Did you know? Employment in the tech industry is expected to grow ~13%over the next decade — adding 660,000+ jobs to the US labor force. Enter:Flatiron School, designed to help prospective students prepare for careers in tech (like software engineer or cybersecurity analyst).
Whether you’re a new student just starting out or want to revamp your resume to get a boost in your career, Flatiron School offers multiple (and affordable) options to fit everyone’s unique lifestyle. Read: You or your adult kids could learn the skills needed for a high-paying tech job at significantly less cost than a traditional college tuition.
Bootcamp curriculums are up to date with current industry trends, so students gain knowledge + experience they can use in the real world. | Photo provided by Flatiron School
How it works:
Students can choose between full-time or part-time courses that will help build skills necessary for a new job in tech. While both options are available online, Flatiron also has Denver, CO + New York City campuses for in-person courses.
To see if Flatiron is a good fit, prospective students can chat with admissions virtually. | Photo provided by Flatiron School
Flatiron School offers bootcamps in software engineering, data science, product design, and cybersecurity engineering in two formats:
Full-Time: Learn on a fixed schedule, roughly eight hours a day, Monday to Friday, in as little as 15 weeks.
Part-Time: Learn on your own schedule over 40 weeks.
So, you can select which pace fits your learning style + schedule.
Bonus: Students gain real-world experience through hands-on projects that can help build their professional portfolios.
Flatiron also offers graduates up to 180 days of one-on-one career coaching to help students succeed during their job search. Career coaches review resumes, help build a student’s online presence, and can even help practice interviewing techniques. Students can take advantage of Flatiron’s employer network for active career opportunities as soon as they graduate.
How to apply:
Interested? Prospective students can chat with admissions virtually to see if Flatiron might be a good fit, then complete an online application followed by an admissions interview + assessment. Pro tip: Enrollment is open year-round, so you can apply anytime.
Summer Florals | Tues., Aug. 2 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Wine & Design, 1175 Woods Crossing Rd. Ste. 1B | $25 | Sip, relax + paint a pre-traced canvas of summer florals in vases. 💐
Greer Farmers Market Tuesdays in Town | Tues., Aug. 2 | 4:30-7:30 p.m. | Greer City Park, 301 E. Poinsett St. | Shop locally made goods, fresh produce + more at this family-friendly community event.
Wednesday
First Wednesdays | Wed., Aug. 3 | 12-2 p.m. | Upcountry History Museum, 540 Buncombe St. | $10 | Join battlefield historian Durant Ashmore for his series on the Revolutionary War in the South Carolina backcountry + learn about Hayes Station.
D9 Brewing Co. Beer Tasting Event | Wed., Aug. 3 | 6:30 p.m. | Commerce Club, 55 Beattie Pl., 17th floor | $30 | Taste four D9 beers, including two IPAs and a sour + dine on an Italian feast of salad, cheesy garlic bread, and pasta with meatballs and parmesan. 🍻
Thursday
Basic Sauces Class | Thurs., Aug. 4 | 6-8 p.m. | The Cook’s Station, 515 Buncombe St. | $65 | Get saucy at this class, where you’ll learn how to make salsa verde, romesco, aioli + velouté, paired with chicken, veggies, and potatoes.
Friday
Countdown to Kindergarten | Fri., Aug. 5 | 6-8 p.m. | The Children’s Museum of the Upstate-Spartanburg, 130 Magnolia St., Spartanburg | Free | Families with rising 3K, 4K + Kindergarten students are invited to a night of fun activities that will prepare kids for the upcoming school year. ✏️
adidas Employee Store Tax-Free Open House | Fri., Aug. 5-Sun., Aug. 7 | 10 a.m.-7 p.m. | 10 Quest Ln. | All are welcome to shop the latest adidas gear at exclusive 50% off prices. 👟 *
Saturday
Kudzu Hat Making Workshop | Sat., Aug. 6 | 3 p.m. | Carolina Bauernhaus Greenville, 556 Perry Ave., Ste. B118 | $27 | Join local fiber artist Nancy Basket for a hat making workshop using split kudzu vine, hear ancient Native American legends + sip on a drink.
Sunday
Yoga and Wine Tasting with Kimmie | Sun., Aug. 7 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | The Community Tap, 217 Wade Hampton Blvd. | $30 | Get your yoga flow on to music by No Doubt + taste wines, like nebbiolo. 🧘
We have amonthly guide filled with events + activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.
Fun fact: SNL alum Pete Davidson is the official Manscaped brand ambassador. | Photo provided by Manscaped
Now that it’s officially August, we’re willing to bet you’re booked, busy + in the full swing of Greenville summer.
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Their Lawn Mower® 4.0 body hair trimmer + Weed Whacker® nose hair trimmer are durable, super easy to use, and will have you looking good enough to go from Lake Keowee to Coral in seconds.
Warehouse at Midtown(1418 Laurens Rd.), the new sister location to Warehouse at Vaughns in Simpsonville, is officially open. Grab a bite from restaurants like The Flying Philly + a drink from TapHouse this Mon.-Sat., 11 a.m.-12 a.m. + Sun., 11 a.m.-10 p.m.
Number
$122,000. That’s how much The Spinx Companydonated among four local charities, including The Greenville Free Medical Clinic, Safe Harbor, the American Red Cross + Loaves and Fishes. The funds were raised through Spinx’s annual Charity Classic Golf Tournament in May. 💰
Cause
The Blood Connection is hosting “Mr. and Ms. August,” a campaign to boost August blood donations through a contest among SC, NC, and GA-based community leaders, stakeholders + influencers. The 19 contestants, like Clemson basketball player Brevin Galloway, will compete for the Mr. or Ms. August crown. Donate in a contestant’s name. 🩸
Outdoors
Bike Walk Greenville, a non profit organization that advocates for safe places to bike + walk in Greenville, is partnering with the City of Travelers Rest for the installation of an Eco-Counter in downtown Travelers Rest. There’s currently one Eco-Counter on the trail near The Commons. Help raise funds for the installation.
Festival
Calling all vikings. The Upstate Renaissance Faire + 13 Stripes River Lodge (1307 Old Easley Hwy.) are hosting Vikings on the River this Sat., Aug. 6 from 11 a.m.-8 p.m. The free, family-friendly event will feature dancers + sword fighters, live music by Drop O’ the Pure, and vendors from the Upstate Renaissance Faire.
Kids
Kid Venture 2.0 in Anderson (7 Jim Ed Rice Cir., Anderson)is officially open. The $3.5 million playground features a splash pad, picnic shelter, sensory-friendly area + is entirely ADA-accessible. Read Kidding Around Greenville’s sneak peek.
Community
Spartanburg County Emergency Management has launched a new emergency alert system for Spartanburg residents. Alerts for emergency events — like severe weather, unexpected road closures, and missing persons — will be delivered via text or email. Sign up. 🤳 (WSPA)
Eat
Don’t just eat better — eat the best.Sunbasket’smeal kit service delivers delicious, healthy meals created by award-winning chefsstraight to your front door. Bonus: GVLtoday readers can get $100 off their first four deliveriesand more when they sign up. 🍽️ *
Clarification
Yesterday we told you about Parsley & Mint closing downtown + said we’d let you know about what’s next. The Mediterranean eatery will reopen Thurs., Aug. 4 with a few changes, including new furniture and what the owner calls “a pivot.” We can’t wait to see the updates to the space.
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TODAY IS
National Coloring Book Day
We’re putting the green (+ every other color) in Greenville today. Whether you’re a kid or kid at heart, coloring books are for everyone. Besides providing a space to test out fresh markers, colored pencils, and crayons, coloring books are said to help improve your mood + decrease stress — in kids and adults alike.
Kyle took a colored pencil approach to the Liberty Bridge. | GIF by GVLtoday
Each of the 14 coloring pages features a different Greenville scene, from Fluor Field at the West End to the TD Saturday Market + are free to download. You can download the full book, individual pages, or order a bound copy($3.95 + taxes and shipping).
Editor’s Pick: I’m still drooling over the tomato sandwiches from last weekend’s Tomato Sandwich Taste-Off at the Travelers Rest Farmers Market. If you couldn’t make the event (or are like me + wish you could go back), you can get a taste of Rise Bakery’swinning tomato tartinethis Wed.-Sat. at its shop (1264 Pendleton St.). 🍅
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