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Whether you’re visiting for the first time or have spent years in the Greenville area, The Local 5 Newsletter is your one stop destination to find out what you don’t want to miss this weekend in the Upstate.
Every Thursday, we will highlight our ‘top 5 musts’ that will include everything from restaurants, activities, parks, concerts and festivals that are all right here in beautiful Greenville, SC.
This weekend, feast on the smell of Greek meatballs, stuffed grape leaves, lamb burgers, souvlaki, and baklava. Saint George’s 40th Greek festival will be an authentic cultural celebration, where food takes center stage. In addition to single menu options, choose from three combination plates: Athenian Chicken, Pastichio, or Moussaka, which can be ordered via drive-through or dine in. Join for fun Greek music, dancing, yard games, and a local market in their new “Plaka.” Tickets are $3 for entry and all proceeds will benefit GirlUp GVL. Cheers… or stin ygeiá sas!
If a stroll through IKEA sounds like your kind of Saturday, you need to check out the SC Home Show this weekend. Get inspired for your next home or landscaping project and talk to experts. Sign up now to receive free tickets or pay $10 at the door. Parking is $10 at the Greenville Convention Center. Refresh your living space this Spring!
The play that coined iconic lines like, “You can’t handle the truth!” is coming to Greenville’s Centre Stage from May 7th-24th. A Few Good Men follows lawyer Daniel Kaffee and his attempt to defend two U.S. Marines accused of murder. Characters must grapple with where the line is between duty and justice, patriotism and honor. Tickets start at $25 and are on sale now.
Did you know that a single blood donation can save up to three lives? The Blood Connection makes it easy to donate and will be at Camperdown Plaza this Friday for their Lifesaver League Blood Drive. Get a free health check while helping others, and as a thank you, individuals will receive a free commemorative jersey and two Greenville Drive tickets, while supplies last. Join the cause!
In honor of America’s 250th anniversary, Historic Hopkins Farm is throwing a Colonial Picnic this weekend. Families will love the demonstrations, hayrides, and theatrical speeches, in addition to a colonial store and games. For food trucks, Big Mike & Kids Kitchen, Stu’s Q, King of Fire Pizza, Soda Slingers, Blue Collar Brew, Tipsy Trails, and One Dessert Place, will provide plenty of options for picnicking. If choosing to join a historic hayride tour of the Battle of the Great Cane Brake Site, please be advised that tours begin at 11:30, 12:30, 1:30, 2:30, and 3:30. This is a free community event that is sure to make history come alive in the Upstate.
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