Camping at Paris Mountain State Park"There may not be wifi in the forest, but you'll find a better connection." This is partly true. We do love the connection found in nature, but South Carolina State Parks offer wifi and I'm not mad about it!My family booked our very first (tent) camping trip last weekend. We chose the campground at Paris Mountain State Park so we could be … [Read more...] about CAMPING AT PARIS MOUNTAIN STATE PARK
Andrea Beam
CHRISTMAS AT THE FARM
Christmas at the Farm with Evergreen Traditions Fall is here. Finally. Minds have turned to colorful leaves and college football. Except for Kevin Pahl, founder of Evergreen Traditions. His thoughts are already racing past Thanksgiving and into December. Formerly known as Greenville Christmas Trees, the name has changed "because we serve more than just Greenville, and … [Read more...] about CHRISTMAS AT THE FARM
GREENVILLE SWAMP RABBITS 2022-23 SEASON PREVIEW
Greenville Swamp Rabbits 2022-23 Season Preview Your favorite hockey team glides back onto the ice this Saturday, October 22nd. The Greenville Swamp Rabbits Opening Night against the Savannah Ghost Pirates, a new team, is set to begin at 7:05pm from Bon Secours Wellness Arena. Get an exclusive 360 ticket special here! Get to their Pregame Party beginning at 5pm for player … [Read more...] about GREENVILLE SWAMP RABBITS 2022-23 SEASON PREVIEW
THE GOLDEN STRIP PUMPKIN PATCH
The Golden Strip Pumpkin Patch is so much more than a pumpkin patch. Of course they have pumpkins. Big ones, little ones, orange ones, white ones, and gourds of every size and shape. Pumpkins may be the go-to this time of year, but pick up fresh flowers or special pottery to accent your pumpkin decor. We even brought home a special treat for our morning toast - homemade … [Read more...] about THE GOLDEN STRIP PUMPKIN PATCH
RECYCLE YOUR GLASS WITH BRICOLAGE DYNAMICS
Recycle your Glass with Bricolage Dynamics You recycle paper and plastic and aluminum and cardboard, but do you recycle the neatest substance of all... (read to the tune of Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer). I learned how glass comes from sand in 2002 when "Sweet Home Alabama" was released. I had to watch the movie multiple times before I picked up on that fact. Must have … [Read more...] about RECYCLE YOUR GLASS WITH BRICOLAGE DYNAMICS
360 TRAVELS TO ALPHARETTA, GA
360 Travels to Alpharetta, GA Looking for a new exciting destination? Awesome Alpharetta is the answer! Our Mom's Weekend Getaway I can count on one hand things that will make me drive I-85. This unique spot on the map is one of those things. Nestled between the Georgia mountains and the mega metropolis of Atlanta is 750 acres of parkland and more shops and restaurants … [Read more...] about 360 TRAVELS TO ALPHARETTA, GA
360 TRAVELS TO THE COAST
360 Travels to the Coast Welcome to our new series called 360 Travels! If there's one thing we love, it's finding affordable family fun destinations close to home. Our plan is to search them out, try them out, and share them with YOU! In the spirit of summer, our first trip was to the coast. No time like the present to head to the shore. It's certainly hot enough. … [Read more...] about 360 TRAVELS TO THE COAST
CHEAP (END OF) SUMMER GUIDE
Cheap (End of) Summer Guide "The most beautiful things are not associated with money, they are memories and moments." Alek Wek I'm always seeking affordable adventures for my flock. Entertaining a teen, tween, and toddler, all boys, all day, five days a week is quite a challenge. How fortunate we are to live in the Upstate, full of free (or really, really cheap) … [Read more...] about CHEAP (END OF) SUMMER GUIDE
SUMMER FUN AT TCMU
Summer Fun at TCMU Parents are counting the days until school begins and children are searching for new ways to entertain (for lack of a better word) themselves. The Children's Museum of the Upstate to the rescue! Just a reminder of weekly events for all ages: Storytime & More, Tuesday-Saturday at 11am and 12pm; Open Art Studios on Wednesday and Friday from 1-4pm and … [Read more...] about SUMMER FUN AT TCMU
THE BIG DOG SHOW COMES TO GVL
The Big Dog Show Comes to GVL Greenville is a new oasis for art lovers. Greenville was the first city east of the Mississippi River to display the Wings of the City sculptures. Now, we welcome The Big Dog Show to town! March through July, Greenville will be home to twenty eight feet tall by ten feet long steel dogs! Massachusetts sculptor Dale Rogers loved art in … [Read more...] about THE BIG DOG SHOW COMES TO GVL