Good afternoon, Greenville.
This weekend, the Time Travelers Vintage Expo rolls into the Greenville Convention Center, along with one of the area's biggest book sales for readers looking to stock up.
Thank you to everyone who joined us for Greenville Insider Dinner Club! Missed it? There's always next time.
RESTAURANT SCENE
Cork & Cleaver Raises the Steaks
Price range: $31+
Cork & Cleaver set out to bring an elevated steakhouse experience to Greenville without losing the welcoming feel of a neighborhood spot.
The kitchen sources its premium beef with a focus on Australian cattle, testing different cuts to land on the right combination of flavor and tenderness. The menu shifts seasonally to stay in step with what guests want. Hospitality carries the same weight as the food — service that starts the moment guests walk in and aims to make every visit feel like a special occasion. Diners consistently praise both the food and service.
Why Go: Steak boards, Australian beef, and one of Greenville's most talked-about new restaurants.
Steak boards featuring a sampling of cuts — filet, New York strip, and ribeye
The surf-and-turf board, built around a 48-ounce tomahawk paired with seafood
Japanese Fried Chicken — yum yum sauce, soy glaze, cilantro, scallions, lime
Snow crab cakes — lemon dill remoulade, pickled vegetable salad
COMMUNITY CORNER
Downtown Greenville's New 12-Story Project Moves Forward
The 650-apartment mixed-use development at North Main and Academy Street is moving through design development and construction drawings.
Southern Building Approved: Greenville's Design Review Board approved architectural details in March for the 12-story southern building — about 280 apartments, 6,000 square feet of commercial space and 285 parking spaces.
More to Come: The developers still need approval on materials for the project's other two buildings, part of a three-building development totaling around 650 apartments.
🎬 FEATURED EVENTS
Thursday
🎭 Dear Evan Hansen at Centre Stage: A high school senior who's always felt invisible tells one lie to comfort a grieving family, and it snowballs into a controversy that finally makes him seen — for better and worse. Runs Thursday-Sunday, times vary.
🎭 The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe: Four siblings escape wartime England through a mysterious wardrobe into Narnia, where the White Witch holds the land in eternal winter. LAST weekend. Runs Thursday–Saturday, 7 PM.
The Really Good, Really Big, Really Cheap Book Sale: McAlister Square's 25th anniversary sale brings books starting at $1. Runs Thursday, Saturday & Sunday.
Friday
🍺 City Scape Winery: Back to School Bash: A full weekend of live music, a bounce house, and specialty vendors. Runs Friday-Sunday, 5:30 PM.
🏟️ Alien Rave: Glow Pickleball: PKL Park's blacklight courts get invaded for a night of glow pickleball, themed drinks, and open social play — alien rave gear encouraged. 8 PM.
🎭 The House I Live In: Josh White's America: SCNPF's first full production follows the Greenville-born musician from leading blind street performers in the Upstate to New York stages with Billie Holiday. Runs Friday-Sunday, times vary.
Saturday
🎪 Time Travelers Vintage Expo: The most diverse traveling vintage market in the country hits the Greenville Convention Center with curated vintage clothing, home goods, and retro-inspired finds. 10 AM.
🐾 Paws on the Plaza: Paws on the Plaza returns with adoptable pups, live music from The Passenger Princess Band, and a Pup-a-Chino Bar, 6–8 PM.
Greenville Swamp Rabbits Promo Release Party: Fans get a first look at the 2026-27 promo and theme nights, plus a merch blowout up to 70% off. 11:00 AM.
Sunday
🎵 Sunday Jazz Jam: Greenville Jazz Collective opens the stage to musicians of all ages and skill levels — no cover charge.
LAUGH A LITTLE
Phil Hanley | Greenville Comedy Zone
Thursday -Sunday | Times vary
Originally from Oshawa, Canada, Phil Hanley is now a key figure in the NYC comedy scene, performing regularly at the Comedy Cellar. He's appeared on major late-night shows like The Tonight Show, Late Night with Seth Meyers, and The Late Late Show.
🎤 LIVE MUSIC
Thursday
Smileys on the Roxx | Taylor Corum | 6:30 PM
Smileys on the Roxx | Adjacent Hays | 9 PM
Radio Room | Bumpin Uglies | 7:30 PM
Blues Boulevard Jazz | Raybandz Saxz | 8 PM
Noma Square | Remember Me | 5:30 PM
Friday
Smileys on the Roxx | Funcle | 6:30 PM
Smileys on the Roxx | Hot as a Pepper | 10 PM
Blues Boulevard Jazz | Soulfield7 | 7:30 PM & 10 PM
Gather GVL | TJ Jones | 6 PM
Noma Square | Funknation | 5:30 PM
Poe Mill Music | Tomorrow’s Problem | 8 PM
The Mockingbird | Riley Roth | 7:30 PM
Seratonic | Big Radio | 8 PM
Saturday
Blues Boulevard Jazz | Rod McCoy | 7:30 PM & 10 PM
Radio Room | Trial By Fire | 8 PM
Smileys on the Roxx | Remedy 58 | 6:30 PM
Smileys on the Roxx | Eric Weiler Band | 10 PM
Poe Mill Music | Watkins | 6:30 PM
Poe Mill Music | The Days Between | 8 PM
Seratonic | Randomonium | 8 PM
Doc’s Tavern | Sunset Strip | 8 PM
Sunday
Smileys on the Roxx | George Moody Duo | 7:30 PM
Smileys on the Roxx | Broken Rekordd | 10 PM
Radio Room | Magic City Hippies | 8 PM
🏈 ⚾ Sports
Greenville Drive vs Hudson Valley | Fluor Field
Thursday-Sunday | Times vary
GREENVILLE INSIDER WEEKLY PICKS
📌 Move-In Mode: Boxes everywhere and no idea where to start? Magnolia Space unpacks and organizes room by room — book a free consult.*
🎵 Living Room Sessions: Three local artists take the stage at The Village Clubhouse Saturday at 6:30 PM — BYOB, food on-site.
🍻 Happy Hour Hack: Grill Marks pours $3 lagers and $5 Tito's Monday–Friday, 3–6 PM, plus an $8 smash burger combo with fries.
🎨 Small Works, Big Milestone: Art & Light Gallery marks 20 years with 30+ artists at Friday's opening reception, 6–9 PM.
🏦 Bank Local, Save More: Greenville FCU's checking account has no fees and no minimum balance.
🎾 Pickle Palooza: Baseline GVL hosts free National Pickleball Day open play Saturday, 12–5 PM — free pickles, food trucks, and local pop-ups.
🏘️ Southernside Groundbreaking: Greenville broke ground on a 54-unit senior affordable housing community.
🌊 Lake Keowee Escape: Mile Creek Park sits on a peninsula with three islands, 7+ miles of lakefront, and campsites with direct water access.
🧗 Rock Solid Fun: Climb BR delivers an indoor climbing experience built for every age and skill level, from first-timers to seasoned pros looking for a new challenge.
🎉 Coming Next Weekend — Senior Wellness Fair: CenterWell's free event at the Convention Center brings live entertainment, giveaways, and senior resources Aug. 14, 10 AM.
*Content is sponsored
GET OUT OF TOWN
Explore Yadkin Valley Wine Country
About 2.5 hours northeast of Greenville
Ever wonder what happens to old tobacco farms? In the rolling hills just west of Winston-Salem, farmers have transformed those old fields into beautiful vineyards. This area, known as the Yadkin Valley, is North Carolina's first official wine region.
The local vineyards grow classic grapes to make incredible wines. You will find crisp whites like Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Grigio, Viognier, and Riesling, alongside bold reds like Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Cabernet Franc, Malbec, and Tannat.
Top Stops for a Day Trip
JOLO Winery (Pilot Mountain): Pour award-winning red wines while enjoying a great meal at their bistro.
Piccione Vineyards (Ronda): Sip Italian-style wines with a lovely view over Swan Creek.
Divine Llama Vineyards (East Bend): Enjoy a tasting paired with a walk past the largest herd of llamas in the Southeast.
Elkin Creek Vineyard (Elkin): Relax by a peaceful creek with handcrafted wine and weekend wood-fired pizza.
REAL ESTATE
FOR SALE | 3 BEDROOMS | 2 BATHROOMS | 2032 SQ FT | $399K
Beautifully updated 2,032 sq ft home, fully renovated with a bright, modern, move-in-ready interior. Thoughtful improvements throughout bring a clean, contemporary feel to every corner. The well-planned layout offers inviting rooms that flow effortlessly—ideal for everyday living, entertaining, and relaxing.
DOG OF THE WEEK
Jenny is a sweet, quirky girl who loves walks, snuggles, and cream cheese treats. She's well-mannered, greets politely, knows how to sit, and is full of goofy, affectionate energy.
Meet Jenny HERE.
Next Week: We're teaming up with Drift Float & Spa for a wellness giveaway worth nearly $200. Keep an eye on next week's edition—you won't want to miss this one.
