Awesome Alpharetta is our new happy place. This treasure of a town has something for everyone. Its uniqueness makes Alpharetta the perfect destination for adventurers anxious to escape the ordinary! Ameris Bank Amphitheater Our third trip to Awesome Alpharetta was to take in a concert at the Ameris Bank Amphitheatre. So impressive, the acoustics rival indoor venues in … [Read more...] about TRAVEL SERIES: OUR WEEKEND GETAWAY TO ALPHARETTA, GEORGIA
Andrea Beam
HAIR SPA TREATMENTS NOW AT KALON HAIR
Heads up (literally)! There's a new experience in town you're not gonna want to miss! Kalon Hair has added a fabulous feature to their repertoire. Head Spa Treatments are now available in thirty, sixty and ninety minute sessions. For years, people have pampered their bodies with spa treatments that can include mud baths, wraps, massages, and anything else that is relaxing and … [Read more...] about HAIR SPA TREATMENTS NOW AT KALON HAIR
HOLIDAY EVENTS GUIDE IN GREENVILLE
'Tis the season and there's no better place to celebrate than Greenville! Today, we're highlighting a few happenings here, but check out the Interactive Holiday Map to make sure you don't miss anything. A favorite holiday tradition is back at the corner of Main and Broad Streets. United Community Ice On Main is open seven days a week, except Christmas Day. The ice isn't set … [Read more...] about HOLIDAY EVENTS GUIDE IN GREENVILLE
HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS IN GREENVILLE
If you're not one of those people who just can't wait to fight frantic shoppers in your pajamas on Black Friday, we've got great news for you! Shopping local takes on new meaning with Greenville events following Black Friday. Sunny (let's hope it's sunny) Sunday, December 1, from 11:30am-3:30pm, everyone's invited downtown for the 4th Annual Holiday Market at … [Read more...] about HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS IN GREENVILLE
GUIDE TO THANKSGIVING IN GREENVILLE
Who's shocked (besides me) that we're sitting in the month of November? September was yesterday. I don't remember October. Ready or not, Thanksgiving will be here in the blink of an eye. We've rounded up a short, but sweet list of food and activities taking place this month. Where To Eat Henry’s Smokehouse is currently taking orders. They’re offering smoked fried turkeys, … [Read more...] about GUIDE TO THANKSGIVING IN GREENVILLE
TRUE CRIME IN THE UPSTATE
Welcome to (the middle of) October, readers! Where my True Crime fans at?! You may not find these stories on Spotify, but they are definitely worth mentioning as we head into the season of creepy content. Poisoning the Pastor Meet Julia Mae and Dean Smith. They were married in 1927 in Spartanburg, South Carolina. They separated a total of ten times in the first six years they … [Read more...] about TRUE CRIME IN THE UPSTATE
HURRICANE HELENE & A HANDFUL OF WAYS TO HELP
We wanted to write something in regards to the devastation that has taken place in the Upstate and our neighboring state of North Carolina. Words cannot adequately describe the heartbreak of so many. Here in our city, families still do not have power and/or internet. Local businesses need them to move forward. By now, you've probably donated your time and resources. We've … [Read more...] about HURRICANE HELENE & A HANDFUL OF WAYS TO HELP
WELCOME TO MADWORLD HAUNTED ATTRACTIONS 2024
Welcome to fall, ya'll! Ignore the fact that it's ninety eight thousand degrees outside. We're gearing up and getting excited about everything the Upstate has to offer this season. Numero uno on our To Do list? MadWorld Haunted Attractions Ranked one of America's Top Haunted Attractions and #1 in South Carolina multiple times, Madworld Haunted Attractions is the … [Read more...] about WELCOME TO MADWORLD HAUNTED ATTRACTIONS 2024
PEACE CENTER BROADWAY SERIES: DISNEY’S THE LION KING
Disney’s Six Time Tony Award Winning musical, The Lion King is stampeding across the Peace Center stage through September 29th! Tickets are still available. Visit the Peace Center website here to grab yours. Some of the shows have limited availability, so don't hesitate! We had the honor of experiencing opening night. The packed out crowd sat mesmerized for two and a half … [Read more...] about PEACE CENTER BROADWAY SERIES: DISNEY’S THE LION KING
CONCERT SERIES: MARCUS KING BAND FAMILY REUNION FEST AT HERITAGE PARK
A fun job perk of mine is getting to attend festivals, concerts and lots of other really cool events. One of my favorite venues to cover is the CCNB Amphitheater at Heritage Park. Back in the spring, Laurie and I were sitting in the living room when she said, "Oh my gah, Sierra Ferrell is coming to Simpsonville! Do you think we could go? I would DIE!" I told her I was … [Read more...] about CONCERT SERIES: MARCUS KING BAND FAMILY REUNION FEST AT HERITAGE PARK