Good afternoon, Greenville!
Did you know South Carolina is named after a king? "Carolina" comes from Carolus — the Latin version of Charles — an honor to King Charles I of England.
Let’s get to it!
RESTAURANT SCENE
The Anchorage
Price range: $18 + ( small plates)
At The Anchorage, the kitchen has settled into a rhythm few in Greenville attempt: a tightly edited, rotating small-plates menu driven by local farms and the season at hand, backed by a bar program of thoughtful wines and inventive, tasty cocktails. The upstairs bar stands on its own, but the four-course tasting table remains the clearest expression of the kitchen’s range—and one of the city’s most complete meals.
What people keep coming back for:
Tuna Crudo — Meyer lemon and dill vinaigrette, crème fraîche, pickled fennel
Craft cocktails — standout pours like the Midnight Special (rye, Punt e Mes, Eno Amaro) and Up in Flames (single malt, chicory, pandan, espresso)
Presentation — refined plating that matches the caliber of the cooking
Service — knowledgeable, attentive, and genuinely helpful
Named to the Michelin Guide American South Recommended, a rare nod that puts Greenville firmly on the map.
Weekly Wins
Happy Hour at Three Notch'd Brewery
$2 off beers, cocktails, and appetizers — grab a Hydraulion Red Ale or Bourbon Smash for less. Get there.
Where: Three Notch’d Brewery
When: Monday - Friday | 4-6 PM
COMMUNITY CORNER
Vinyl, Cocktails & Good Eats Are Coming to South Main
South Main Social opens April 28 at 631 South Main Street, combining a vinyl Hi-Fi listening room, craft cocktail bar, and a globally inspired menu. Culinary Director Stephanie Klos brings an Asian-forward approach to dishes like tempura chicken bao Buns and smashed dumpling tacos. Open Tuesday–Thursday 4–11 PM, Friday until midnight, Saturday from 2 PM.
Inspired by Japan's kissaten listening rooms from the 1920s — jazz, bossa nova, ambient, and electronica on a vintage hi-fi system
Nearly 40 wines from small producers with a rotating by-the-glass list
Zero-proof cocktails crafted with the same care as the full bar
Rotating events including whisky dinners and curated experiences — dates to be announced
Dog of the Week
Kraken is a playful, athletic pup who loves short bursts of play, treat puzzles, and sniffing out everything in sight. Peanut butter lick mats? Yes, please. Give him a minute — he'll win you over. See Kraken
WHAT’S HAPPENING
Each week, we handpick the best happenings in and around Greenville, featuring everything from premium experiences to local free gems. If an event is interesting enough to be worth a short drive, we’ll make sure it's on your radar.
🎬 FEATURED EVENTS
Steel Magnolias | Greenville Theatre
Friday - Sunday | Times vary
Classic Southern tale set in a beauty salon celebrates friendship, community, and love. Laugh, cry, and cherish timeless bonds.
Greer Goes Global | Greer City Park
Saturday | 11 AM- 5 PM
Free community festival at Greer City Park. 30+ countries, live cultural performances, international food, and a makers bazaar.
Poe Mill Jam Fest | Poe Mill Music
Saturday | 2-9:30 PM
Poe Mill Music is serving up a full day of live music, local eats, and artisan vendors — plus a kids zone with crafts, painting, and a balloon twister. Crafted Producers hosts a youth instrument and production workshop, too.
Monster Jam | Bon Secours
Saturday & Sunday | Times vary
Twelve-thousand-pound trucks. Two wheels. Big air. Monster Jam brings the chaos live — Grave Digger, El Toro Loco, Sparkle Smash and more. Once you see it in person, there's no going back.
LAUGH A LITTLE
Jason Salmon | The Comedy Zone
Thursday | 7 PM
Texas-born, NYC-based standup Jason Salmon delivers comedy described as "the best advice you've ever gotten — from the dumbest guy you know."
Jessimae Peluso | The Comedy Zone
Friday | 7 & 9 PM
Saturday 6 & 9 PM
Jessimae Peluso is a standup, writer, and TV host known for MTV's Girl Code, Netflix's Tattoo Redo, and Surviving Paradise. Nearly two decades in, she's built a career turning personal pain into punchlines.
🎤 LIVE MUSIC
Thursday
Smileys on the Roxx | Luke Deuce | 6 PM
Smileys on the Roxx | The Saint Cecilia | 9 PM
Smileys on the Roxx | Alexander Hoverath Trio | 11:30 PM
Swanson’s Warehouse | Deaf Andrews | 8 PM
Blues Boulevard Jazz | Darrin Jackson | 8 PM
Noma Square | Noma Wish | 5:30 PM
Sigal Music Museum | Iliana Rose Cuban Band | 7:30 PM
Friday
Swanson’s Warehouse | The Maple Street | 8 PM
Smileys on the Roxx | The Bad Popes | 6:30 PM
Smileys on the Roxx | The Sound Committee | 10 PM
Radio Room | Easy Honey | 8 PM
Blues Boulevard Jazz | R&D Music Experience | 7:30 PM & 10 PM
Gather GVL | Adacent Hays | 6 PM
Noma Square | Burning Bridges | 5:30 PM
The Mockingbird | Nellie McKay | 7:30 PM
Seratonic Lounge | Jameson Tank | 8 PM
PKL Park | Randomonium | 7 PM
Saturday
Blues Boulevard Jazz | Rod McCoy | 7:30 PM & 10 PM
Swanson’s Warehouse | The Reckoning | 8 PM
Radio Room | Knot Your Kind & Nookie | 8 PM
Smileys on the Roxx | Mojo on Max | 6:30 PM
Smileys on the Roxx | Away Team | 10 PM
Sunday
Smileys on the Roxx | Simple Syrup | 6:30 PM
Smileys on the Roxx | Forrester | 6:30 PM
Radio Room | Shinyribs | 8 PM
Coach Music Factory | The Infamous Stringdusters | 7 PM
Greenville Weekly Picks
- • 🐦 Color My Nest: Greenville's award-winning birdhouse painting studio is the perfect Mother's Day gift.
- • 🎵 Collective Soul: Georgia rock legends bring their iconic sound live, April 28th. Grab your tickets at the Peace Center.
- • 🔥 Burn Boot Camp: Purposeful workouts built for strength, engagement, and consistency. Try it free for 30 days.
- • 🍺 Brew in the Zoo: The Greenville Zoo's 16th annual beer festival returns April 24. Snag your tickets before they're gone.
- • 🎷 Sunday Jazz Jam: Catch live jazz every Sunday, 4–6 PM at the Greenville Jazz Collective.
- • 🌱 Piedmont Plant & Flower Festival: Shop spring plants, flowers, décor, and seasonal produce at the State Farmers Market, Apr 23–26.
- • 🤝 Liberty Networking Group: Grow your business with numerous Upstate chapters ready to connect.
- • 🍷 City Scape Winery: Join the Spring Farm to Table Dinner, April 24, 6:30–8:30 PM.
- • 🦐 Fresh Fish Fridays: Broadwater Shrimp Supply's seafood truck rolls in with fresh-off-the-coast catches. April 24, 11 AM–3 PM.
- • 📚 Carolina's International Book Fair: Authors, bookstores, and readers unite for a celebration of literature and storytelling. April 24–25 at Camperdown.
- • 🌱 BridgeWay Farmers Market: Fresh finds, local vendors, every week. Check out the season opening at BridgeWay Station.
NEARBY ADVENTURES
We almost hate to give away this gem, but here we are. Oconee County calls it their best- kept secret, and one visit will show you why. No brutal hike required — just serious outdoor fun within easy reach of Greenville.
The Chauga River is the main draw — four sets of rapids for kayaking, canoeing, or tubing, plus a kayak slalom course. Chau Ram Falls, a 30-foot drop where the Chauga River meets Ramsey Creek, is steps from the main parking area. A suspension bridge leads to trails along hillsides, ridges, and rocky riverbanks.
We stopped by on a Sunday — quiet, uncrowded, and nothing but the sound of the falls. Plenty of nicely situated picnic tables make it easy to just sit, eat, and soak it all in.
Note: South Carolina's burn ban is in effect — no campfires or grilling at Chau Ram. Pack sandwiches or grab a bite in Westminster, about 20 minutes away.
REAL ESTATE
FOR SALE | 3 BEDROOMS | 2 BATHROOMS | 1570 SQ FT | $359K
Brick character meets smart updates — and it's only 10 minutes from downtown Greenville. The main level features a stone fireplace, a primary bedroom, and a fully updated kitchen with soft-close cabinetry, brass hardware, quartz countertops, ribbed tile backsplash, and new appliances. A few steps down lead you to a massive great room with a brand new roof and LVP flooring — perfect for gatherings or whatever you need the space to be. Upstairs, two more bedrooms and a half bath complete the home. Plantation shutters, freshly painted walls, restored hardwood floors, and new light fixtures throughout. See home
LOCAL PROS
Vetted Pros in Greenville
These local professionals have earned strong reputations around town and come vetted straight from the GreenvillePros directory, featuring top service professionals, so you can skip the endless review-reading and get right to getting things done.
Be sure to tell them we sent you!
✔️ Kitchen Remodelers: DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen has 71+ Google reviews and a 4.8-star rating—local experts turning outdated kitchens and baths into spaces that make coming home the best part of your day.
✔️ Med Spa: Augusta Road Aesthetics has 467+ Google reviews and a perfect 5.0-star rating—personalized skincare programs designed to help you look healthier and more youthful, naturally.
✔️ Auto Repair: Killian Auto Pros has 1100+ Google reviews and a 4.8-star rating—honest, upfront repairs where you're treated right and never taken advantage of, loaner cars included.
✔️ Family Dentistry: Greenville Family Dentistry has 766+ Google reviews and a 5.0-star rating—where the team takes time to calm your fears and make even anxious patients feel comfortable.
✔️House Painter: Renew Painting has 176+ Google reviews and a 5.0-star rating—they show up when they say they will and leave your home looking better than you imagined.
HOT JOBS
Recent Job Postings in Greenville
HR Generalist: Godshall Recruiting direct hire ($60-65K). Supports employees and management through HR functions including compensation, relations, and compliance. Apply here
Admin Operations Specialist: Grace Harbor Ministries ($45-58K). Keeps partner organizations running smoothly through key administrative and operational support. Apply here
Community Center Coordinator: City of Greenville ($48-60K). Plans and coordinates community center programs, events, and volunteers for recreation and community involvement. Apply here
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