Good afternoon, Greenville. Fall is finally here, and you know what that means – cooler weather, pumpkin patches, and the perfect excuse to eat your weight in comfort food.

This week we've got the inside scoop on where to find the best German eats in town, a happy hour deal that'll make your wallet smile, and a haunted house that will scare the living hell out of you (yes, really).

Plus, the annual Fall for Greenville festival featuring live music, lots of food vendors, and plenty of people-watching. And the weather is going to be pretty perfect in the low 70’s. Nice, huh!

RESTAURANT SCENE

Stir in downtown Greenville

Stir brings you relaxed vibes with phenomenal bartenders crafting detailed cocktails. The chicken lettuce wraps with fresh shiitake mushrooms and crispy rice are worth the visit. Pair this with one of their many cocktails like the Elderflower Sour and enjoy your evening.

Schwaben House

Schwaben House serves up German comfort food with a modern twist. Their menu is packed with hearty classics made from local ingredients when possible. Try the Jäger Schnitzel – tender pork smothered in mushroom gravy with buttered Spätzle on the side. Or go for the Schwaben Pfanne, which stacks pork medallions over cheese spätzle with even more of that delicious mushroom sauce. It's the kind of meal that sticks to your ribs.

Weekly Wins

Just an FYI, we don't make money from these deals - we just love sharing good finds with our community.

Happy hour at Coupes Corner
Join us for happy hour Wednesday through Friday! $5 Wells - Lunazul, Jim Beam, Tito's, Beefeater & $4 Beers. 🍺🍺

Where: Coupes Corner
When: Wednesday-Friday | 4 PM-7 PM

Micro-Needling Save 50%
Get smoother, younger-looking skin for half the price. Choose between a standard micro-channeling treatment that targets fine lines, wrinkles, and scars, or upgrade to include red light therapy for even better results. Get the deal here

COMMUNITY CORNER

Water Mission Walk | Furman University Amphitheater
Saturday | 10 AM

Clean water is something we turn on without thinking, but 2 billion people around the world don't have it. Water Mission puts water systems where they're needed most. Join the walk to help raise $45,000 - enough to bring safe water to over 900 people. Every step counts!

Make Friends

Music Bingo | Swamp Rabbit Cafe
Thursday | 4 PM- 7 PM

Bonus: Local Pie's pizza truck rolls up every Thursday from 4 PM-7 PM, so you can grab dinner while you play. Nothing beats pizza and bingo!

Networking Event

Business Networking | Greenville Networking Group
Wednesday | 9 AM

Meet other business folks without the stuffy vibes or weekly homework. This group keeps it real - no quotas, no pressure, just good people helping each other out. Think of making friends who also happen to run businesses. Grab coffee, swap stories, and build connections that actually matter.

They have two chapters-both meet Wednesday at 9 AM. Greenville meets at Pangaea Brewing Co., and the Simpsonville chapter meets at Sweet Sippin’ in Simpsonville.

Seasonal Recipe

These pumpkin Oreo cupcakes are basically fall in dessert form. Start with a crunchy Oreo cookie crust on the bottom, add a soft pumpkin cake packed with warm spices, then top it all off with rich dark chocolate Oreo frosting. It's what happens when your two favorite treats get together and create something even better. Get the recipe here

Adopt a Dog

Kelly is a gentle, affectionate girl who just wants to be close to her people. She’s fully housetrained, enjoys leash walks, and happily settles in for cuddle time after exercise. Find out more about Kelly here

WHAT’S HAPPENING

We handpick events in and around Greenville. From premium to free events including comedy, festivals and live music.

🎬 EVENTS

Fall for Greenville | Downtown Greenville
Friday - Sunday | Times vary

Get ready for the biggest party of the year! This three-day food and music fest takes over Main Street, with over 50 local restaurants serving up 250+ dishes. Grab a craft beer, listen to live bands on six different stages, and enjoy free entertainment all weekend long. It's basically Greenville showing off everything we do best—great food, awesome music, and good times. Bring the whole family and have an awesome time! More info here

Travelers Rest Beer & Cider Festival | Trailblazer Park
Saturday | 2 PM

The Tap is back at Trailblazer Park with their beer and cider fest, and they know what they're doing after years of throwing these events. Limited tickets mean shorter lines and more time actually enjoying yourself. Their team handpicked rare bottles, seasonal favorites, and year-round go-tos from craft breweries. You get unlimited samples in a beautiful park setting, so bring your friends and pace yourself - this will be something you don’t want to miss.

Chilling Haunted House | The Sunken Manor at The Underground Farm
Ends November 2

This year's haunted experience is bigger and way scarier than before. It's part haunted house, part escape room, which means you're not just walking through—you're actually part of the spooky story. Hidden right off Main Street in Travelers Rest sits a creepy underground mansion with some seriously dark secrets. Local legends say strange things happened there years ago, and folks in town still wonder what's buried beneath.

If you're brave enough, step inside and become the hero of this terrifying tale. Fair warning: this isn't your typical haunted house where you just watch scary stuff happen. You'll need to solve puzzles and make choices as you go. It's the kind of place that'll have you jumping, laughing nervously, and maybe screaming just a little bit.

LAUGH A LITTLE

T.J. Miller | The Comedy Zone
Friday | 7 PM & 9 PM | Saturday | 6 PM & 9 PM

Get ready to laugh until your sides hurt. T.J. Miller is coming to town, and this guy knows funny. He's been making people crack up for years with his wild improv skill, meaning every show is totally different. He's done specials for HBO and Comedy Central, and even Norway thinks he's hilarious. Come see why he's worth the hype.

The End: Part Two | Cafe & Then Some
Thursday, Friday, Saturday| 6:30 PM-7 PM- Dinner & Show Seating: Show-only seating 7 PM-7:30 PM

Norma, Dot, and friends hop in their golf cart time machine for one last ride through forty years of memories. It's a fun trip down memory lane with all the best moments you loved. The Show starts at 8 PM.

🎤 LIVE MUSIC

Thursday

Radio Room | Whitney Morgan | 7:30 PM
Smileys on the Roxx | Marvin King Revue | 6:30 PM
Swansons Warehouse | Winyah | 7 PM

Friday

Blues Boulevard Jazz | Jazzsmith & Company | 7:30 PM & 10 PM
Smileys on the Roxx | Broken Rekordd | 10 PM

Saturday

Docs Tavern | Grayson Downs | 8 PM
City of Greer Center for the Arts | Soloists of the Foothills | 7 PM

Sunday

Fireforge Crafted Beer | Sunday Jazz Jam | 4 PM

NEARBY ADVENTURES

Sassafras Mountain

Who says you need to break a sweat for breathtaking views? South Carolina's highest peak at 3,560 feet, Sassafras Mountain is a scenic drive about an hour from Greenville. The wooden observation platform offers stunning views across four states – South Carolina, North Carolina, Tennessee, and Georgia.

Perfect for families or anyone wanting maximum reward for minimal effort. Pack a camera and prepare to conquer a mountain the easy way.

REAL ESTATE

 FOR SALE | 3 BEDROOMS | 4 BATHROOMS | 2651 SQ FT | .53 ACRES | $2,295,000

This cool modern home sits in the gated Ridges at Paris Mountain, just 15 minutes from downtown. The butterfly-style roof and big windows show off amazing Blue Ridge views from almost every room. Inside, you'll find a chef's kitchen with Viking appliances, gorgeous reclaimed pine floors, and an owner's suite that feels like a spa.

The walkout lower level has two more bedrooms, a sauna, and a huge deck. Close to Paris Mountain State Park and the Swamp Rabbit Trail. Check it out here

LOCAL PROS

Vetted Pros in Greenville

These local professionals have earned strong reputations around town and come vetted straight from the GreenvillePros directory, featuring top service professionals, so you can skip the endless review-reading and get right to getting things done.

Be sure to tell them we sent you!

✔️ Kitchen Remodelers: DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen has 71+ Google reviews and a 4.8-star rating—local experts turning outdated kitchens and baths into spaces that make coming home the best part of your day.

✔️ Med Spa: Augusta Road Aesthetics has 467+ Google reviews and a perfect 5.0-star rating—personalized skincare programs designed to help you look healthier and more youthful, naturally.

✔️ Auto Repair: Killian Auto Pros has 1100+ Google reviews and a 4.8-star rating—honest, upfront repairs where you're treated right and never taken advantage of, loaner cars included.

✔️ Family Dentistry: Greenville Family Dentistry has 766+ Google reviews and a 5.0-star rating—where the team takes time to calm your fears and make even anxious patients feel comfortable.

✔️House Painter: Renew Painting has 176+ Google reviews and a 5.0-star rating—they show up when they say they will and leave your home looking better than you imagined.

HOT JOBS

Recent Job Postings in Greenville

  • Product Marketing Manager at Prym ($55-65K) up to 25% travel with great benefits, long established company. Apply here

  • Bookkeeper at Carolina PRG ($70-80K) Flexible work environment. Apply here

  • Inside Sales Manager at RTO ( $70-100K) role includes coaching, planning and training with 2 years experience required. Apply here

Thanks for spending part of your week with us. We love being your guide to all the good stuff happening around town.

Know of a local business with an interesting story we should feature? Drop us a line at [email protected] – we read every message!

See you next Thursday,

Patrick

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