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The Tenors: Joy to the World Tour | 7:30 p.m. | Peace Center, Greenville | $49.50+ | This festive season, The Tenors return to the stage with their signature blend of stunning harmonies, powerhouse vocals, and undeniable charm.*
Endeavor is all about brainstorms — not bored rooms. | Photo provided by Endeavor
Bored room? We think you mean boardroom — and your big ideas deserve better than that.
Take your next team meeting offsite — and up a notch — at Endeavor Workspaces. Their professional, light-filled meeting spaces downtown are designed to help your team think bigger and collaborate better.
Whether it’s a planning session, team retreat or brainstorm that needs fresh air, Endeavor’s meeting rooms are where ideas (and teams) come alive.
Mayor White has served on city council since 1983 and as mayor since 1995. | Photo by GVLtoday
Greenvillian
Mayor Knox White was surprised with the Order of the Palmetto at the Honor Tower dedication. “The man is experienced, and he has put his heart into this place,” Governor Henry McMaster said as he awarded White SC’s highest civilian honor. “This place is an absolute masterpiece, and I want to thank you for that.”
Number
$850,000. That’s how much Greenville City Council approved in hospitality tax funds to match a federal grant for a $1.7 million McPherson Park improvement project. Planned upgrades include a new playground, repaired paths, refreshed sod, LED lighting, a new picnic shelter, and updates to the park’s mini-golf course. (Greenville Journal)
Civic
Greenville City Council gave initial approval to an ordinance that would prohibit sleeping or residing on most public property. The proposal — which includes fines up to $10 and connections to local support services — still requires a final vote (currently scheduled for Monday, Nov. 24) before it could take effect on March 1, 2026. (Greenville Journal)
Cause
Project Host, Bon Secours Wellness Arena, and the Greenville Police Department will host a Fill the Cruiser food drive on Wednesday, Nov. 19 from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the GSP Airport Box Office. Donations benefit Project Host’s Soup Kitchen.
Closing
If you plan to eat at Mr. Crisp one more time before the Overbrook restaurant closes after service this Saturday, Nov. 15, reservations are recommended. It has been close to full capacity every night leading up to its closing.
Traffic
Greenville City Council received an update on the city’s Pedestrian Safety Action Plan, which has added 600 new pedestrian ramps, installed 679 high-visibility crosswalks, and repaired 300 ft of sidewalks to improve walkability and accessibility citywide. (Greenville Journal)
Eat
You won’t be without Chef Carlos Baez’s food for long. After Mr. Crisp closes, he’s starting a pop-up and private dining concept called Pride & Joy Provisions, “where every plate carries a bit of story, soul, and home.”
Keith Haring: Radiant Vision offers a colorful, energetic experience for visitors of all ages. From bold figures to playful motifs, the exhibition blends creativity with important social messages. Families and art lovers alike can explore Haring’s iconic works and discover how his vision continues to inspire today.*
Health
Novant Health Orthopedics & Sports Medicine is now open and accepting new patients. Meet Dr. Michael Kissenberth, the team’s lead physician, whose lifelong passion for keeping athletes healthy and active drives every aspect of his care. Learn more.*
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Community
Food, fellowship, and a farewell
Come as you are, everyone is welcome. | Photo by Comal 864
“Food is a binder. It’s what brings us together.” That’s the theme every time we chat with Chef Dayna Lee, owner of Comal 864.
For the fifth (and final) year, Lee is organizing a community meal that will serve hundreds of Greenvillians beginning at 12 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day. Comal 864’s final service at its Woodside location will be Saturday, Nov. 29, making way for Little Secret to take over in early 2026. You can still enjoy Lee’s food at her restaurant’s Midtown location.
The 2023 James Beard Semifinalist is quick to serve others, from the guests enjoying her birria tacos to community members in need of a warm coat. She’s given away 10,000+ tacos to people experiencing food insecurity.
“Let me make you a plate so we can bond,” Lee says. “Whether you’re here because you need food, because you’re alone for the holiday, or because you’d like to serve, my biggest goal is that we have a space to be together.”
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The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
The six pillars of the tower represent the armed forces, police, fire, utilities and public works, EMS, and public health workers. The twisting design supporting the observation deck “represents the united effort of first responders and civil servants in a constantly changing world.”
You can read more about the design, the local companies that helped craft it, and how it was funded.
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