Since its inception in 1954, the Meyer Center for Special Children has met the needs of young children with varying abilities. Dr. Leslie Meyer’s firm belief that “in the right environment, any child can learn” has been the foundation of this very special place. South Carolina Declared March 1st Meyer Center Day! We recently visited the Meyer Center for Special Children to … [Read more...] about MARCH 1ST IS MEYER CENTER DAY
Education
2024 GREENVILLE REAL ESTATE: A YEAR OF SURPRISING GROWTH & SHIFTING DYNAMICS
Total Sales: A Dynamic Market The Greenville real estate market in 2024 was a whirlwind of surprises! Despite fluctuating interest rates and a decrease in buyer demand, the market defied expectations. Sales skyrocketed with a 7.5% increase in total units sold, reaching an impressive 16,460 units. The financial landscape also saw an 11.1% surge, totaling a staggering … [Read more...] about 2024 GREENVILLE REAL ESTATE: A YEAR OF SURPRISING GROWTH & SHIFTING DYNAMICS
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
THINGS TO DO THIS WEEKEND: OCTOBER 18-20
Things to Do this Weekend: October 18-20 Weather Forecast Friday: Sunny, high of 68 & low of 39 Saturday: More sun, high of 70 & low of 43 Sunday: Sunny, high of 74 & low of 43 For the complete forecast click here Friday, October 18th Howl at the Moon Late Night Adoptions at Greenville County Animal Care 12-8pm Get ready a Halloween themed late night … [Read more...] about THINGS TO DO THIS WEEKEND: OCTOBER 18-20
SmartARTS WITH METROPOLITAN ARTS COUNCIL
Greenville's arts scene is alive and well - even thriving! We can all thank the Metropolitan Arts Council (aka MAC). Since 1973, MAC has promoted and supported individual artists and organizations in the Upstate. Just down the street from the Greenville Visitors Center is the historic West End. Here, thanks to the tremendous support of TD Bank, MAC serves as a visitors … [Read more...] about SmartARTS WITH METROPOLITAN ARTS COUNCIL
HAPPY 100TH BIRTHDAY, PARKER HIGH SCHOOL
The Parker High School Auditorium was built in 1938 and is the only original building that remains on the grounds. It was placed on the National Register of Historic Places October 9th, 2000. Through the years, Parker High School served eleven mill communities. The school was listed as a Top 10 school by the National Education Association five times! To date, it's the … [Read more...] about HAPPY 100TH BIRTHDAY, PARKER HIGH SCHOOL
PAST TO THE FUTURE: HERITAGE GREEN
Heritage Green The land now called Heritage Green was donated to the boys and girls academies by Vardry McBee (see this post). His only stipulation was that the lot always be used for educational and cultural purposes. Early tenants were Greenville Academies, 1820-1854; Greenville Womens College, 1855-1936; Womens College of Furman University, 1937-1961. During … [Read more...] about PAST TO THE FUTURE: HERITAGE GREEN
GREENVILLE: PAST TO THE FUTURE
Today, we're introducing a new series, Greenville: Past to the Future. We thought it would be fun to pick a familiar spot in town and dig up some not-so-familiar facts! Falls Park on the Reedy Greenville has not always been the "cultural and entertainment center for the upstate." I was born in Greenville and have witnessed an unbelievable metamorphosis in my short lifetime. … [Read more...] about GREENVILLE: PAST TO THE FUTURE
2023 ROLLERCOASTER REAL ESTATE MARKET IN GREENVILLE
2023 Rollercoaster Real Estate Market in Greenville Total Sales: A Rollercoaster of Trends So, let's talk total sales – the real estate rollercoaster that was 2023, according to the insights from RE/MAX REACH Broker/Owner, Jeremy Russell. Interest rates soaring, sale prices reaching new heights, fewer buyers taking the plunge – it all culminated in a 7.8% dip in total … [Read more...] about 2023 ROLLERCOASTER REAL ESTATE MARKET IN GREENVILLE
UPSTATE GUIDE TO HOMESCHOOLING
"Education is what remains after one has forgotten what one has learned in school" Albert Einstein. I worked in public schools for many years and met many talented teachers. Not until circumstances gifted me with the opportunity to be home with the boys, did I discover the limitless possibilities of homeschool. This week's article is an effort to answer the high volume of … [Read more...] about UPSTATE GUIDE TO HOMESCHOOLING