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Splish Splash: What: Boy campers cooling off in a mountain spring near YMCA Camp Greenville, circa mid-twentieth century.

Where: A river near the YMCA Camp Greenville property in Cleveland, South Carolina, which eventually flows into Lake Sudie.

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Contents

12 EDITOR’S LETTER 19 THE LIST See, hear, read, react.

The month’s must-dos.

THE TOWN 25 ON Pics of the litter:

Upcountry fêtes & festivities.

34 WEDDINGS 39 TOWNBUZZ

Sarah Rose Lyons’s multi-media art finds connection in the mysterious; sportfishing—there’s an app for that; Ty Houck is a greenway guru; Dead Weight Fly brings scrap-metal to life; Pearl Fryar’s topiary paradise; and more.

48 BACK STORY

Fifteen years ago Matt Crumpler paused his college path to pursue a different type of track—a 2,189-mile thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail.

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Filled with the spirit of adventure, Katie Cahn invites us into wild Carolina waters for some fly-fishing magic; and Steve Grose of Luthi’s Outfitters imparts his flytying and angling expertise.

STYLE CENTRAL

Turn the tables with our top tenniswear takes; and take it outside with our backyard bash go-tos.

HOLY GROUND

The summit of summer for countless kids (and adults), the YMCA’s Camp Greenville has provided magical outdoor moments for more than a century. / by Stephanie Trotter // photography courtesy of YMCA of Greenville

MAN ABOUT TOWN

In an attempt to encourage his inner hero, the Man saddles his fears atop a 2,000-pound quarter horse named Rooster.

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Stella’s Southern Brasserie boasts French flair and fare; never say never to tapas at Hendersonville-based Never Blue; and go grilled or go home with fresh rainbow trout.

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Explore Mark Catesby’s 18th century wildlife watercolors at the Gibbes Museum of Art in Charleston.

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THIS PAGE: Former Appalachian Trail thru-hiker Matt Crumpler catches mountain vistas atop Black Balsam Knob in North Carolina, accessible by trail from the Blue Ridge Parkway near milepost 420. For more, see “Trail Blazer,” page 48.

Photograph by Paul Mehaffey

COVER: Katie Cahn, a fly-fishing guide at Headwaters Outfitters near Brevard, North Carolina, wades into a river near Mountain Rest, South Carolina. For more, see “River’s Edge,” page 62.

Photograph by Paul Mehaffey

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EDITOR’S

Letter June Highlights Trail Blazer

Bon Secours St. Francis anesthesiologist Matt Crumpler remembers his time on the Appalachian Trail: page 48

River’s Edge

Headwaters Outfitters fly-fishing guru Katie Cahn lets the rhythm of the water be her guide: page 62

Holding Court

Your backhand might need help, but you’ll serve nothing but heat in these athleisure picks: page 71 Photograph by Eli Warren

Holy Ground

More than a place to drop your kids during the summer, the YMCA’s Camp Greenville is history alive: page 80

Tapas Takes

To fuel up for your mountain treks, head to Never Blue in Hendersonville, NC, for inventive, tasty tapas: page 92

Natural Life

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eing outside is essential—it’s a call delivering us from our homes, our desks, our man caves. Nature offers space and clarity, a reminder that life is much bigger than any nagging deadline, argument, or neurosis. Time outside offers pause, a moment to catch our breath, to calm down. It’s often our best therapy.

Going into nature isn’t just a physical act; it is spiritual instinct. Being outdoors helps us to untangle our lives, see the line more clearly. Feel the current. Catch the bounty. Katie Cahn, a fly-fishing guide at Headwaters Outfitters near Brevard, North Carolina, sees it as meditation as much as sport: “The cold and rainy days are the best,” she says. “There’s something about putting your mind and body through those elements and ending the day with a beer and story to tell your loved ones.” Similarly, Steve Grose, fly-fishing expert at Luthi’s Outfitters in Greenville, offers, “I just love the experience of fly-fishing. It’s very relaxing. It’s the opportunity to leave all your troubles and worries somewhere else for a little while.” Time in nature quiets the perpetual mind-static that plagues us.

Dr. Matt Crumpler felt a call for the woods during college. As a sophomore at Clemson working toward medical school, Crumpler spent many nights in the library or the lab. During a study break, he found a book on the Appalachian Trail and decided almost immediately to change course, pausing his collegiate career to take a hike. “My experience on the AT was vast, varied, personal, and collective. I experienced the best and worst times of my life out there. It was a personal journey that provided a great opportunity for adventure, freedom, solitude, and introspection. At the same time, it was an incredible social experience. I was surrounded by a ‘rag tag fellowship’ of other thru-hikers who came from all walks of life. We had a common goal and a common calling that drew us out of routine life and into a shared adventure,” he says.

Nature is often our best teacher. In the woods, our path might not be clear, but we push forward trusting the way. In the river, the current runs quickly, sometimes violently, but also so sweetly and serenely. In fresh air and sunshine, we feel right where we should be, with no agenda and, if we’re lucky, no service. When we head for the mountains or the water, we’re doing more than something physical. We’re freeing ourselves.

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Victoria Wyeth: My Andy OPENING JULY 12, 2017 The Centennial of Andrew Wyeth’s Birth As the only grandchild of acclaimed American painter Andrew Wyeth, Victoria Wyeth wears the mantle of the fourth generation of a renowned artistic lineage that began with her great-grandfather N. C. Wyeth and continues today with her uncle Jamie Wyeth. Her ability and unique access to her grandfather— and the people and locations that his artwork made iconic—form the exhibition, Victoria Wyeth: My Andy, which will be shown exclusively at the GCMA.

Jamie Wyeth, born 1946 Recurring Dream, 2011

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Wyeth Dynasty ON VIEW THROUGH SEPTEMBER 10, 2017 In celebration of the 100th anniversary of Andrew Wyeth’s birth, the Museum presents Wyeth Dynasty, a retrospective of Andrew Wyeth’s art complemented by works of his father, N.C., his son Jamie, and his sisters Carolyn and Henriette. More than 70 examples are featured in this exhibition of works by the first family of American painting.

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Representing the third generation of this legendary family, James Browning Wyeth (born 1946) began his career as an artist at the age of eleven. Set in the familiar surroundings of the Brandywine River Valley and coastal Maine, Jamie Wyeth’s latest works invite viewers to create their own narratives based on the artist’s provocative titles and ambiguous imagery. Recurring Dream is one of a series of paintings that depicts the artist’s father, Andrew Wyeth, and his grandfather, N.C. Wyeth, on the coast of Maine.

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WHAT IS YOUR BEVERAGE OF CHOICE ON A HOT SUMMER’S DAY?

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MARK JOHNSTON PUBLISHER & CEO mark@towncarolina.com Blair Knobel EDITOR-IN-CHIEF blair@towncarolina.com Paul Mehaffey ART DIRECTOR Laura Linen STYLE EDITOR Abby Moore Keith ASSISTANT EDITOR CONTRIBUTING EDITORS Ruta Fox M. Linda Lee Steven Tingle Jac Valitchka

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June 2017 PAUL SIMON Name a more iconic duo than Simon & Garfunkel—we’ll wait. Whether he’s crooning about a wily housewife named Mrs. Robinson or asking you to call him Al, Paul Simon has earned his stripes as both singer and songwriter. Although the recipient of the Kennedy Center Honors and Rock and Roll Hall of Famer experienced a string of top hits throughout the 1970s and ’80s, Simon is no stranger to twenty-first-century fans; 2016’s Stranger to Stranger album opened at #3 on the Billboard 200, proving that he’s still crazy after all these years.

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Heritage Park Amphitheatre, 861 SE Main St, Simpsonville. Sun, June 4, 8pm. $35-$130.

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Shake, shimmy, and jive with the nicest kids in town! The film-turned-hit-Broadway-musical stars Tracy Turnblad, a Baltimore teenager whose inflated bouffant is matched only by the size of her . . . er . . . dreams. When Tracy lands the gig of a lifetime on the Corny Collins Show, she is thrust hair-first into an Ultra Clutch–haze of racial tensions, conniving producers, and one overbearing mama. But with the help of her friends—and a few killer dance moves—Tracy soon discovers that there’s no task that a little hairspray can’t handle.

This two-week celebration of all-things-flora is loaded with events for all types of plant lovers; whether ye be an amateur gardener or an experienced grower, this festival has something for you. In addition to garden tours, topiary displays, and social luncheons, the festival offers hands-on activities that include tennis tournaments, wine walks, arts and crafts receptions, and even an aviation expo.

Greenwood. June 1–16. Times vary. Prices vary. scfestivalofflowers.org

Settle down under the night sky with the entire family to enjoy great feature films throughout the summer.

Get there early to partake in some pre-show rituals, including children’s activities, dancing, door prizes, and much more!

Greer City Park, 301 E Poinsett St, Greer. June 1–July 27.

Thurs, 6–10:30pm. Free. cityofgreer.org

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MOONLIGHT MOVIES

Greenville Little Theatre, 444 College St, Greenville.

June 2–25. Thurs–Sat, 8pm; Sun, 3pm. (864) 233-6238, greenvillelittletheatre.org

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SESAME STREET LIVE!

JOURNEY

If you’re willing to both A) wear out your children and B) upstage a few puppets and toddlers with your “running man” rendition, then do we have an activity for you. Join Elmo, Abby Cadabby, and the rest of the gang as they greet Grover’s new friend Chamki, who traveled all the way from India to visit the world’s longtime favorite ’hood.

There’s dancing, singing, and cookies—what else do you need?

If you haven’t drunkenly belted out “Don’t Stop Believin’” in a dive bar at 3 a.m., have you really even lived? Starting with the release of Infinity in 1978, Journey has amassed eight multi-platinum albums, eighteen Top 40 singles, and one album certified Diamond. Now fronted by Arnel Pineda—a result of the band’s 2007 YouTube hunt for a new lead singer—Journey is celebrating their recent induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, proving that the wheel in the sky really does keep on turnin’.

Bon Secours Wellness Arena, 650 N Academy St, Greenville. Sun, June 11, 7:30pm. $35-$125.

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THE 23RD ANNUAL UPSTATE SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL: A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM

Bon Secours Wellness Arena, 650 N Academy St, Greenville. June 16–18. Fri, 10:30am; Sat, 10:30am & 2pm; Sun, 3pm. $18-$55. (864) 241-3800, bonsecoursarena.com

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Greenville’s yearly Bard-a-thon returns for another season of al fresco drama with this timeless comedy. It’s a tale of unrequited love, fairy magic, and pansy juice blunders when the lives of Shakespeare’s characters become imminently intertwined in the woodland. Helena loves Demetrius, Demetrius loves Hermia, Hermia loves Lysander, Lysander loves Hermia . . . or does Lysander love Helena? It’s a love triangle for the ages that will leave you wondering whether it was all just a dream.

Falls Park on the Reedy, Greenville.

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SPRING AWAKENING

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The Warehouse Theatre, 37 Augusta St, Greenville. Thru June 10. $35. (864) 235-6948, warehousetheatre.com

INTIMATE APPAREL

z Long before the first Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show—does anyone else think it’s pretty cruel to air that during the holiday binge-eating season?—one black seamstress was chasing her hopes in New York City. From her boarding house workshop, Esther meticulously crafts dainty delicates for the city’s upper crust and the less-than-moral women of the evening. But when a strange man begins corresponding to her through letters, the lovelorn Esther soon finds there may be more than one wrinkle in the fabric of her dreams.

Centre Stage, 501 River St, Greenville. June 15–July 1. Thurs–Sat, 8pm; Sun, 3pm. $15-$30. (864) 233-6733, centrestage.org

BOOK & A BEER

M. Judson Books, 130 S Main St, Greenville. Fri, June 23, 6:30–7:30pm.

Free. (864) 603-2312, mjudsonbooks.com

GREENBRIER FARMS BISCUIT BRUNCH

z Two words: chocolate gravy. The Upstate’s hub for fresh everything invites you to come dine amongst the greenery, serving up hot helpings of biscuits with all the fixin’s. Pile your bun high with homemade meats, jams, gravies, butters, and other accoutrements, then head out for some yard games and live tunes. And since no brunch is complete without at least one Bloody Mary, grab one of the yummy concoctions near the iced coffee bar.

Greenbrier Farms, 766 Hester Store Rd, Easley.

Sat, June 17, 11am–1pm. Adults, $15; kids, $10; under 3, free.

(864) 855-9782, greenbrierfarms.com

THE LION KING

z Admit it: you still get chills when you hear the opening lyrics to “Circle of Life.” Since its Broadway debut 20 years ago, the movie-based, Tony Award–winning musical has become an international sensation, leaving audiences awestruck by the outstanding live-action narrative, colorful costuming, vibrant set design, and striking visual elements.

And with a band of creators that includes Elton John, Julie Taymor, Tim Rice, and Garth Fagan, there’s no way you won’t feel the love for The Lion King tonight.

The Peace Center, 300 S Main St, Greenville. Thru June 25.

Tues–Thurs, 7:30pm; Fri, 8pm; Sat, 2pm & 8pm; Sun, 1pm & 6:30pm. $35-$95. (864) 467-3000, peacecenter.org

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Charlotte author Sarah Creech will join this month’s edition of the popular reading event to discuss her latest novel The Whole Way Home, a modern take on the classic love story set in the heart of Music City. An old flame is rekindled when rising country singer Jo Lover crosses paths with her one-time love, JD Gunn, setting off a chaotic frenzy of envious fans, heated passion, dark secrets, and ravenous media attention. Thirsty already? Don’t worry, Fireforge Crafted Beer will be providing tasty samples of their new brews.

ScanSource Reedy River Concerts Amassing a number of genres over only a few weeks, the annual concert series is an ideal spot for families and music lovers alike. Past lineups include a medley of musical stylings, including works by True Blues, Mystic Vibrations, Hott Gritz, and many more. South Carolina summer nights are sure to be a little warm this year, but with this array of musical talent, things are guaranteed to get even hotter.

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Euphoria’s Roast & Toast April 23, 2017

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The season for Euphoria is right around the corner, and there is no better way to celebrate the launch of ticket sales for the September festival than an oyster bash and barbecue.

The Old Cigar Warehouse was hopping as guests enjoyed an array of food from some of Greenville’s finest, including Bacon Bros. and Caviar & Bananas.

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Artisphere Opening Night Gala May 11, 2017 Artists and patrons alike kicked off Greenville’s favorite fine arts weekend at the Artisphere Opening Night Gala.

The Embassy Suites by Hilton Downtown Riverplace was transformed into a lively creative world, featuring a Champagne room, tunes by Steel Toe Stiletto, delicious eats and drinks, and several living statue performers, who also were featured throughout the festival weekend.

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Daniel Saponaro, Tori White & Reid Strausbaugh

Rakan Draz, Liz Smith, Kate Furman & Earl Furman

Joe Blake & Minor Shaw

Jamie Patterson & Calvin Calhoun

Chris Leavitt & Stephen Edgerton

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Bill Fayssoux & August Vernon

Suzanne McGhee & Lucy Surka Douglas & Meredith Piper with Anna Swing

Jack Riordan & Alan Ethridge

Sharonda Black & Barney Mac

Al Banister with Ann & Erik Whaley

Frank, Linda, and Morgan O’Brien with Carmen and Kyle Putnam

Renee Dunlap, Eleanor Dunlap, Jordan Dunlap & Tish McCutchen

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Artists in Bloom April 20, 2017 Cary Weekes, Ashley Warnock & Margaret Furniss

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In an effort to raise funds for the SC Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities, 175 guests attended the annual Artists in Bloom at Zen. The evening was a creative affair as several student groups from the Governor’s School provided the entertainment for the night, including the Chamber Choir and dance department. Alumnus Barry Brannum received the school’s prestigious President’s Alumni Award for his achievements during his time at the Governor’s School and after.

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Celebration of the Opening of AVENUE April 24, 2017

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Chris & Laura Dubowski with Anna Blair Cameron

Rick Erwin and Jackson and Velda Hughes celebrated the grand opening of the new Avenue event space with an exclusive launch party. Guests enjoyed cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and music from the Adam Knight Trio while experiencing the elegant design and downtown views at Avenue, located at the top of the newly constructed Erwin Penland building on E. Court Street.

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David & Meredith Fey with Gracie & Bretton Lindsey

Joe & Marie Kernell with Richard Few

David & Susan Wilkins with Sallie & Danny White

Vicki Maddox & Maria Tobin

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Laurens Electric Cooperative’s Holein-One Shootout Cocktail Party April 27, 2017 The evening before the Laurens Electric Cooperative’s 15th Annual Hole-in-One Shootout, guests celebrated with live entertainment, cocktails, and barbecue at the Eagle Zone Golf Improvement Center. In an effort to raise funds for the Project Hope Foundation, players vied to see who could be closest to the pin. The ultimate prize? A million dollars!

Brantley Burnett & Gabrielle Bedell

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Maria Randall & Brandy Hathcox

David Hammond & Maximus Ebrahimi

Jim Donahoo & Rod Greene

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best friend’s broken leg doesn’t lead to true love for most people, but for Jennifer Hall and Will Shurtz, it was the spark that ignited the rest of their lives. When a mutual friend broke her foot, Jennifer and Will helped take care of her, and got to know each other through the process. Their feelings began brewing, and it didn’t take long for the pair to start dating.

One afternoon they had a romantic picnic on a secluded part of the Blue Ridge Parkway, which was quickly put to an end by rain. As

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they hurriedly packed up their picnic, Jennifer grabbed a wooden chest, but Will abruptly stopped her, saying he needed to get something out of it. Mere seconds later, he pulled a sparkling engagement ring from the box and was down on one knee. The couple hosted a ceremony and reception at Methodical Coffee’s roasting facility. Since the space they used didn’t have electricity, the venue was lit by natural light through big open windows. The

Flower Girl: Jennifer’s stunning and diverse bouquet (opposite), crafted

by Greenville florist Modfete, perfectly accentuated the couple’s vintage wedding décor.

music was provided by their friend David on the cello, in addition to Will’s grandparents’ record player. The couple lives in Greenville, where Will is co-owner of Methodical Coffee and Jennifer is the relationship manager for the Landmark Project.

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Weddings Charlae Lockhart and Travis Wharton November 5, 2016 Occasionally, events align so perfectly that the only reasonable explanation is fate. Charlae Lockhart and Travis Wharton had a brief encounter at the gym, but it took a chance meeting at church ten years later for the two to get together. After three years of bliss, Travis tricked Charlae into believing he had taken up improv as a new hobby.

One evening at an Alchemy improv show at Coffee Underground, he got on stage to “perform,” but completely surprised his bride-to-be when he called her to the stage. It was there in the cozy underground theater that Travis asked Charlae to be his forever. When it came to wedding planning, fate favored them yet again with the fortunate prize of a Larkin’s Dream Wedding. Travis and Charlae received a beautiful ceremony and reception, free of charge, at Larkin’s Sawmill. The couple lives in Greenville, where she is an auditor for the South Carolina Department of Revenue and he is the principal of NEXT High School.

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Megan Dellosso & Michael Thacker April 21, 2017 In the South, nothing brings people together like college football. So it’s no surprise that Megan Dellosso met her match, Michael Thacker, at a Clemson football game. After two years of dating, Michael knew it was time for a touchdown play. On a trip to the Dominican Republic, the groom-to-be planned a special dinner where he stunned Megan when, instead of toasting, he got down on one knee with a uniquely designed diamond ring in hand. The wedding was held at a private residence on Lake Keowee where the 14 guests enjoyed boating all day before the evening’s ceremony. The party returned to Greenville the following day, where a larger reception was held at a private residence around a pool featuring tunes by The Trapfire Brothers. Megan and Michael reside in Greenville, where he is in software sales for Microsoft and she is a nurse anesthetist for Greenville Health System.

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Margaret Freeborn & Jon-Paul Bowles February 18, 2017 Meg Freeborn and Jon-Paul Bowles both attended Furman at the exact same time, but didn’t meet until years later through friends. The two started dating, but soon a big move back to his home state of Oregon took Jon-Paul more than 2,000 miles away from the love of his life. However, the couple was determined to cross the distance, and did three years of long-distance dating before Jon-Paul decided to bridge the gap. On a celebratory New Year’s Eve, he got down on one knee. The ceremony was held at The Cliffs at Glassy Chapel where the couple had an intimate and beautiful wedding with immediate family members and 25 close friends. They now reside in Portland, Oregon, where he is a sustainable travel and tourism advisor and she is the editorial manager for John Wiley & Sons.

ANGELA COX ZION // ANGELA ZION PHOTOGRAPHY HEARING WEDDING BELLS? TOWN Magazine wants to publish your wedding announcement. If you currently live or grew up in the Upstate and were recently married, please write to us at TOWN Magazine, Attn: Weddings, 581 Perry Ave, Greenville, SC 29611, or e-mail weddings@towncarolina.com. Due to space constraints, inclusion is not guaranteed.

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Sarah Rose Lyons uses nature to express her inner landscape

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Gifted Hands: A mother of four, Sarah Rose Lyons explores a variety of media to express deepest thoughts, including charcoal on reclaimed wood (above), illustration with pen and watercolor (left), and oils (right).

Poetic License Whether through oils, charcoal, or illustration, Greenville artist Sarah Rose Lyons creates visual metaphors / by Kathleen Nalley // portrait by Eli Warren

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Lyons’s work could be defined by her ability to convey a narrative through visual form. Much like the metamorphosis from caterpillar to butterfly, Lyons’s path to visual artist has been influenced by many variables: her movement between New York, Greenville, Dallas, back to Greenville; her previous work as an art therapist helping displaced and traumatized youth discover their own artistic voices; and, perhaps, most notably, being a mother to four under age 5.

“My children, their love for life, their bravery and energy alongside their chaos and sometimes terrifying cruelty inspire me in every way,” she says.

“I could not create the art that I do without my children because I would not be the woman I am were I not their mother. My artistry is innately connected to my motherhood.”

Lyons works in a variety of media: charcoals on reclaimed wood when life feels chaotic; illustration (pen and watercolor) when she wishes to

balance fluidity and structure; and oils, which she considers her most personal medium.

“They are the autobiography of my inner-landscape,” she says. “If you were to line them up in chronological order and take the time to listen to their visuals, you would know the depths of my heart and some secrets too deep to share with words.”

No matter the medium she’s working in, the interconnectedness— between identities as mother, partner, citizen, and artist, as well as the relationship her art creates with the viewer—propels Lyons’s work.

“I think of art as a means of connection to the mystery that holds the universe together. It’s a way to hope without the weight of words,” she says.

“This connection is what drives me. This longing to acknowledge my truth, my identity, the terrifying isolation of self-hood, and the liberating sea of life beyond my permeable walls while facing the utter terror of my dependence on all life; this is the wild, disarming fire behind my urgency to create.”

Lyons is currently working on a collection for Sixpence Salon in The Village of West Greenville. Additionally, her work appears in arts and craft fairs throughout the Carolinas. To view and purchase Lyons’ s art, visit www.sarahroselyons.com.

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Competitive fisherman Nick Rubio creates a fishing app for the masses / by John Jeter // photograph by Eli Warren

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ou know what they say about fish stories. They reel you in with the lure of the implausible, the fantastic, the enviable, the biggest and best. A Texas songwriter, Robert Earl Keen, who always packed Upstate music venues, sings about snagging a five-pound bass—a euphemism for hauling in a big prize, whatever that catch may be.

Nick Rubio has one. “The whole story, it’s such a God thing. I was a basketball player. It’s all I ever did. My goal was to play Division 1 sports. I had four or five offers on the table.”

He was even looking at an opportunity to play alongside a littleknown point guard named Steph Curry at Davidson College. But then Rubio played the Carolinas All-Star Basketball Classic in 2008. That’s when that fish got away.

“I was trying to figure out where I was going to go, and I’d been praying, ‘If this is what You want me to do . . . ’ I walked off the court after the game, got in the car, started bawling, crying. I just felt like it wasn’t there.”

What was there was a newfound love of competitive fishing. Next thing you know, an idea caught him. In 2015, he started Fatsack, a sport-fishing app—yes, there’s an app for that.

Today, Fatsack’s valuation weighs in at $2.5 million. The free app records everything about a catch, from the exact location to a fish’s weight, the tackle used, and the weather that day. No more handwritten logs—paper and water never did mix. Not only that, the app allows virtual tournaments. Fishermen from California to

Switzerland can compete in real time, using a Bluetooth weighing scale that syncs with the app’s leaderboard.

“Nick’s put a lot of thought behind how to build this app,” says Hank Parker, the granddaddy of TV-show fishing and the man who Bryant Gumbel once called the Michael Jordan of the rod and reel. Appearing on a video produced in Union, South Carolina, Parker says, “I think it could even help an old-school guy that uses a crayon that marks on a legal pad.”

Andrew Kiser, a 25-year-old Seneca fisherman, is captain of the Clemson Bass Fishing Club, which Rubio helped start. Now with 74 members, it’s one of nearly 200 such collegiate organizations nationwide. Kiser wanted to be a professional athlete, too, but a shoulder injury sank that.

Competitive fishing, he says, is becoming all the rage, especially among younger outdoorsmen, who, like everyone else nowadays, utilize apps like Fatsack. “It’s getting big, it’s the future of college sports.”

(Competitive fishing isn’t NCAA-incorporated, so competitors keep all their earnings from hundreds of annual tournaments.)

Kiser talks about a buddy who’s an amputee, once a football player who also had big-league ambitions. Now, his friend has found his own five-pound bass. “It gives athletes another source to compete at the college level.”

Says Rubio: “Fishing is not this old man’s sport anymore. It’s tough, it’s tiring, it’s competitive. It gets the juices going.”

Download the Fatsack app for free on your mobile device.

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From left to right: Paige Westbrook, Abby Dean, Carli Gaughf, Realtor Kevin Henson, Amanda Warren, and Hannah Ennis.

“United Ministries’ vision is a community working together to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to thrive in Greenville.

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Swamp Fox Ty Houck left his ideal job for one even more rewarding / by Jac Valitchka // photograph by Eli Warren

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y Houck has been the Director of Greenways, Natural and Historic Resources for Greenville County Recreation District since 2007 after holding another dream job as a park manager of Paris Mountain State Park, where, as he describes, he had the whole uniform, the whole Smokey the Bear thing, the whole nine yards. With a sense of humor and an ability to transfer energy like a leaf does when it synthesizes oxygen from the sun, Houck offers insights on the ins and outs of Greenville’s happy trails.

So, forgive me, but I must ask if you have seen the show Parks and Recreation? >> Yes, everyone asks. (laughs) Before it came out, the entire industry was getting excited. Nationally, everyone was getting together having these watch parties, and it was like, ‘Okay, this is going to be really cool, we’re going to kind of get our day in the sun.’ Then we quickly realized it was The Office kind of humor . . . The funny thing is I feel an obligation to watch it! I flip through shows every once in a while and I do catch things that [actress] Amy Poehler is doing . . . talking about doing these community meetings . . . so there are nuggets in there that’s like, ‘Yes, they’ve got that spot on.’

You’re a good sport, I can tell. Speaking of sports, I would imagine the Greenville Health System Swamp Rabbit Trail is the crown jewel of Parks & Rec? >> There was a reason I left a fun job being a park ranger at Paris Mountain State Park—knowing that I could be involved in the development. I was on a career track to stay with the state park service and I was enjoying that, but just my personal background [made it more appealing]—and obviously a lot of people share that because it’s the most requested recreational amenity around the country.

Oh, wow, and here we have such an amazing one. >> I like to tell people, I’m just the guy lucky enough with the day job to get to be involved with the GHS Swamp Rabbit Trail, but I’m also blessed that we have a community that just makes cool things happen around it.

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I’M BACK AND GOING STRONG!

Hop to It: Ty Houck, Greenville’s go-to greenway guy, is all about creating a sense of community around the GHS Swamp Rabbit Trail, including the upcoming corridor from Cleveland Park to CU-ICAR.

Your Home is your biggest investment and it’s personal. In today’s technological world, hands-on still rings true.

Yours is such a specific job. You probably could say so much, but what do you love about your job? >> In both jobs what I really enjoyed were those frequent reminders of what I was doing and what I was involved in and that we were impacting people on a very personal-need level.

Communication, honesty, guidance and professionalism are all key to my relationships...

So the next thing up—the Laurens Road corridor— that’s becoming quite a . . . >> Hot topic?

Yes, that’s the word. What’s happening with it? >> Because of the sense of community that’s been created around the existing trail, there’s so much demand, so this is exciting that this is yet another Swamp Rabbit network. The term “Swamp Rabbit” is an experience. It’s an experience, and so we want to create—and we are creating—a Swamp Rabbit network. The corridor from Cleveland Park down to CU-ICAR is the next opportunity we have because we have a nice long corridor, and we plan to be under construction of that by January 2018.

What can we look forward to? >> It’s going to be a lot of the similar experience because that’s what people expect. That “riding down a treelined country road but without any cars.” When people first started riding between Greenville and Traveler’s Rest, they were like, ‘Where am I?’ because nobody went to that part of town in that fashion. You’ll have that same kind of experience.

My passion for all this is that people say, ‘Hey, that’s the way I want to get around town.’ It’s not like you have to put the work in to get to the reward—the reward is there the whole time.

Right, and some other facets you’re excited about. >> Campbell’s Covered Bridge and the Poinsett Bridge are some of our iconic historic sites that we manage. You go into them and you can just envision these two farmers passing each other by horse across this creek. I can envision the drovers herding turkeys down to market through the mountains over the Poinsett Bridge. We’ve got cool natural resources right in the county, but if you don’t know about it, [we need] to create an exciting entryway. That’s our responsibility at Parks and Rec—to say ‘Hey, put your toe in the water here.’ If you put a trail right in front of your house, you’re going to start using it. We do that with the trail, we do that with historic sites, and we do that with natural resources. We have such an abundance of all of those, but in a cool community way so we all have ownership of it.

“It’s not like you have to put the work in to get the reward—the reward is there the whole time.”—Ty Houck

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Summer Nights

Entertain your evenings, indoors and out, with the season’s finest shows

/ by Abby Moore Keith // illustration by Alice Ratterree

Night Alive: Take advantage of these special summer performances, including the anticipated ScanSource Reedy River Concerts.

Check out the TD Stage at the Peace Center Wednesdays at 7pm through August 30.

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f its myriad delights—which include extra sunlight and an easy excuse to down a cold beverage—summertime brings longer evenings, which means more hours to maximize on the multitude of performances popping up across Greenville. Whether it’s the operatic tones of an Arthur Miller adaptation or some outdoor comedy courtesy of the Bard, take a seat for the hottest productions this season has to offer.

GLOW LYRIC THEATRE If you’re looking for performances with a political punch, look no further than GLOW’s selection of summer shows, which explore the cultural pitfalls of partisan politics. From Gilbert & Sullivan’s The Gondoliers to an operatic twist on the Salem witch trials in Arthur Miller’s The Crucible, this season’s operas come satire-saturated. And who could forget the hippie hits of the 1960s rock musical Hair (audience 18-plus)?

The Greenville Fine Arts Center.

102 Pine Knoll Dr, Greenville. July 13–July 30. $35-$45. (864) 5584569, glowlyric.com

MUSIC BY THE LAKE In honor of (almost) surviving the workweek, take your Thursday night festivities to Furman University’s amphitheatre for its Music by the Lake Concert Series. Ensemble and artist performances range from classical to bluegrass to jazz, but make sure not to miss the Greenville Chorale on June 29 in Let Freedom Ring: A Patriotic Celebration with the Furman Lakeside Band. Under the guidance of Dr. Bingham Vick and Leslie Hicken, this concert is guaranteed to have your hats off with pride for the home of the brave.

Lakeside Amphitheatre at Furman University. 3300 Poinsett Hwy, Greenville. Thru August 3. Thurs, 7:30pm. Free. furman.edu

SHAKESPEARE IN THE PARK Staged in scenic Falls Park courtesy of the Warehouse Theatre, the 23rd Annual Upstate Shakespeare Festival presents A Midsummer Night’s Dream, May 25–June 25, and Titus Andronicus, July 13–30.

Prepare to giggle at the antics of literature’s most epic love quadrangle and gasp in horror at the diabolical drama of a Roman revenge play, all enjoyed for free from a wellplaced lawn chair. Heads up, all alcohol must be consumed in a clear, plastic container.

Falls Park. 601 S Main St, Greenville. May 25–June 25 & July 13–30. Thurs–Sun, 7pm.

Free. warehousetheatre.com

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Trail Blazer Greenville resident Matt Crumpler was once an adventure-seeking college kid with an Appalachian-sized dream / as told to Abby Moore Keith // photograph by Paul Mehaffey Matt Crumpler, a 35-year-old anesthesiologist at Bon Secours St. Francis Health System, lives in Greenville with his wife, Allyn, and their two children, Ben and Ellison. As a young boy, Crumpler spent countless weekends exploring the Smoky Mountains with his dad, developing a passion for the outdoors that led him to the most epic adventure of his life. In March 2002, Crumpler paused his college career to thru-hike the Appalachian Trail. Here, he shares the joys and challenges of his experience, and his dreams to continue his outdoor legacy:

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rowing up in Greenville, my dad took every opportunity to get me outdoors. I remember countless backpacking trips in the Smokies with him, where we would often share shelters with Appalachian Trail thru-hikers. I was fascinated to spend time with these bearded, smelly, often eccentric hikers who had decided to spend the better part of a year hiking across the entire East Coast. When they told stories around the campfire, they had this intangible aura of purpose and adventure. Every year I was just as excited about the potential of meeting thru-hikers as I was about the possibility of seeing a bear.

During high school and the early part of college, I spent as much time

as I could outside, but my drive to get into medical school often took precedence. I was more likely to be found in the Clemson University library than in the surrounding Blue Ridge Mountains. Late one evening while taking a study break, I stumbled across a book on the Appalachian Trail.

After thumbing through for a few hours, I decided now was the time to fulfill my dream of hiking the trail. Looking ahead, I was sure that my commitments, responsibilities, and excuses would only increase, so I decided to take the spring semester of my sophomore year to do it. On March 8, 2002, I left for Springer Mountain Georgia, the southern terminus of the Appalachian Trail.

My experience on the AT was vast, varied, personal, and collective—the best and worst times of my life occurred on the trail. My journey provided opportunities for adventure, freedom, solitude, and introspection, but at the same time it was an incredible social experience. I was surrounded by a rag tag fellowship of other thru-hikers who came from all walks of life.

A common goal drew us out of routine life and into a shared

“My experience on the AT was vast, varied, personal, and collective—the best and worst times of my life occurred on the trail. My journey provided opportunities for adventure, freedom, solitude, and introspection, but at the same time was an incredible social experience.”

—Dr. Matt Crumpler

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adventure, and I found the relationships I developed with fellow thru-hikers were accelerated and deepened to a level I’d seldom experienced before. We spent many nights by a fire, under the stars, or on a mountaintop laughing about absurd stories or sharing our most vulnerable thoughts with each other. I hadn’t anticipated this aspect of the trail.

My hike was also a fulfillment of a shared dream with my dad. My father introduced me to the outdoors, fostered my love for the AT, and served as my greatest support along the way—so it was only appropriate I bookend the experience with him. He joined me for the first 100, the middle 100, and the last 100 miles of my hike. On August 10, 2002—after hiking 2,215 miles— we woke up before sunrise in Baxter State Park and summited Mount Katahdin in Maine together.

Challenges on the trail came in the form of having the discipline to complete a goal and overcoming the dayto-day trials of being in the wild with minimal support.

But each day brought new adventures—opportunities to explore the grand wilderness surrounding us, to explore the small towns of Appalachia, the backbone of America.

I left with a renewed sense of appreciation for the world

we live in and the people we share it with. Now with a family and busy schedule, it’s more difficult to find time to get up into the mountains. Although it takes more effort, I’ve never once been disappointed by time spent there.

It is always restorative and rewarding, and has a way of distilling life down to its most important elements— giving clarity, focus, and perspective that I’d like to think I am able to bring back home. While I still love the the opportunity to slip away for a solo adventure, I find it most rewarding to share these experiences with family and friends.

High Hopes: Bon Secours St. Francis anesthesiologist Matt Crumpler (pictured here at Black Balsam Knob in Pisgah National Forest) hiked the Appalachian Trail during his sophomore year at Clemson, a life-changing experience that continues to reverberate.

/// MATT’S FAVORITE HIKES LOCAL: 30–45 min from Greenville. Table Rock State Park: Pinnacle Mountain Little brother of Table Rock.

Starts with well-groomed trail adjacent to cascading creeks. Climbs up through rhododendron tunnels to much more solitary rock outcropping overlooks.

After climbing to summit, skip along the ridge line connector trail to Governor’s Rock and Table Rock summit.

Distance: 10-mile loop with multiple opportunities to shave off miles with connected trails.

Difficulty: Moderate to advanced. Steep climbs.

Kid-friendly Option: Make a loop of Pinnacle Mountain Trail, Carrick Creek Trail, and Table Rock Trail. Well-groomed loop, approximately 1.5 miles that meanders along Mills Creek with multiple trailside cascades and waterfalls.

SCENIC DAY TRIP: 1.5 hours from Greenville. Art Loeb Trail—Black Balsam to Shining Rock.

Start just off the Blue Ridge Parkway above Brevard. Art Loeb Trail crosses parkway around mile-marker 420.

Easily the most scenic trail in the surrounding area of Greenville. Rolling trail above tree line offers 360-degree views as it summits Black Balsam, Tennent Mountain, Flower Gap, and Shining Rock along the way.

Distance: 8.5 miles out and back with options for easier loops giving opportunity to bypass summits on Investor Gap Trail and Shining Rock Trail.

Difficulty: Moderate to advanced. Exposed trail with moderate elevation gain.

Kid-friendly Option: Stop at Tennent Mountain. Enjoy 360 views with rolling hills.

1.5 mile round-trip.

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Jump In

Find your chill at the area’s coolest outdoor water spots / by Abby Moore Keith

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A backyard Slip N Slide on steroids, this smooth cascade propels gliders 60 feet before dropping into a pool of cool mountain water.

Open now until Labor Day, Sliding Rock is a popular weekend adventure, so if the crowds get you down, head to Brevard for a chilled beer at Oskar Blues Brewery. Small fee required upon entry.

Spend your summer Saturdays floating down the French Broad River—friends and food-filled cooler included. If you happen to have your own tube lying around, hop in at Hominy Creek Park, or rent from an area outfitter and utilize their complimentary shuttle service. Drift down through the River Arts District for refreshing pit stops (Wedge, 12 Bones BBQ, and New Belgium Brewery) but make sure to pack a hat and sunscreen to avoid those awful tan lines.

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ummertime livin’ in the Carolinas ain’t so easy when the heat index hits the hundreds. But instead of barricading inside with the AC blaring, we recommend escaping to a few quintessential cool spots. Between the Upstate and the Blue Ridge Mountains, there’s plenty a watering hole to alleviate your summer swelters, so slip into your swim ensemble of choice and into our selection of splashes.

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For the adventure-seeking water enthusiast, a kayak trek to Lake Jocassee’s secret waterfalls is an ideal break from the blaze. Bring your own boat or rent at Devils Fork State Park, and row out to Laurel Fork Falls, a three-tiered 80-foot chute at the northeast corner of the lake. It can be a strenuous paddle, so have Jocassee Outdoor Center shuttle you out, or book their boat tour for more stunning waterfall sightings.

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Open now through Labor Day, Otter Creek Waterpark is a quick trip from downtown Greenville and an ideal lastminute outing for a family cool down. With its four slides and leisure pool, the park offers kids all the splish and splash required to ease the sizzle. Other area waterparks include Discovery Island in Simpsonville and 7th Inning Splash in Piedmont. Cool down with your canine at Otter Creek’s Waggin’ at the Waterpark on September 24. Registration required, greenvillerec.com.

A summer hike along the Blue Ridge Parkway guarantees some serious sweats, so reward yourself with a dip in a cold mountain creek. Pull off at the Looking Glass Rock Overlook on the Parkway and cross the road to a wellworn half-mile trail leading to Skinny Dip Falls. A scenic spot with a small cascade, there’s plenty of pools to jump in; and despite the name—we suggest you keep those swim trunks tied.

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Hook & Line Greensboro-based online art shop Dead Weight Fly crafts metal works of your best catch / by J immy Tomlin // photography by Joey Seawell

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oy, does Ryan Sharpe have a fish story to tell . . . but, like most fish stories, who’s gonna believe this whopper?

When Sharpe, a former professional golfer, finally gave up chasing golf balls—professionally, at least—he joined his stepfather’s mechanical engineering company to chase dollars. Then the 35-year-old Greensboro, North Carolina, man, who hadn’t done any flyfishing since he was a boy of 8 or 9, decided to chase fish, too. He’d gone to college in the mountains of western North Carolina—prime fly-fishing country—and never cast the first fly into the water, and yet suddenly the fish were calling his name.

If that doesn’t sound fishy enough, Sharpe then got an inexplicable itch to use the welding skills he’d learned at his stepfather’s firm and create metal sculptures of fish. Seeing the mutual passion of other fly-fishing enthusiasts, he figured he could capitalize on their shared “sickness,” as he calls it, and lure them with some unique, fishing-themed art. “I bet these people would really dig it,” he remembers thinking, “if I could make a scrap-metal fish.”

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transcend the usual—pardon the pun—clickbait. “I like the fact that every fish is made one-of-a-kind,” Sharpe says. “I don’t have a stencil. I don’t burn this thing out on some computer program where every fish has the same-size body, the same-size fins, and the same-size head—I don’t do that. So a trout, a striped bass, a bonefish, a tarpon, a redfish—I’ve made tons of these fish, but no two look alike, and I think that uniqueness is what turns people on.”

Sharpe’s creative process follows the one-man’s-trash-is-another-man’streasure premise, as he literally begins each fish with a piece of scrap metal, often metal that he’s rescued from worksites he visits for his day job. Even on the occasions when he buys new sheet metal, he typically lets it sit outside for a couple of weeks to give it a more textured, weathered look than its usual smooth, shiny appearance.

Working out of a makeshift studio at his stepfather’s company in Greensboro, Sharpe uses soapstone to hand-draw the individual pieces of the sculpture—the fish’s body, head, and fins—onto the metal, and then cuts them out with a hand-held plasma cutter. He welds the other pieces to the body—one side only, as these are two-dimensional sculptures—and then gives the fish its character.

“I can use my grinder almost like a pencil and put some accents in it to

Getting Scrappy: When welding his fish creations, Ryan Sharpe (above) collects discarded scrap-metal from job sites, then crafts each piece by hand with a plasma cutter, guaranteeing a one-of-a-kind design.

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Design Up to Scale: By utilizing a grinder, Sharpe brings out accents on the metal, almost like detailing with a pencil. He also creates blues and greens by applying heat from a welder, which is especially useful when designing colorful fish, like the rainbow trout.

where it really has some contrast around the borders and things like that,” he explains. “Also, if I’m making a trout with all the colors, like a rainbow trout, I’m able to bring that out with heat from the welder. It brings these blues and greens out in the metal, and you’re able to get some nice contrast.” He might also use, say, a piece of perforated steel to give the fish a more scaly texture.

But, honestly, if you want to know what gives Sharpe’s fishy sculptures the most character, the eyes have it. He uses whatever old, odd pieces he can find—pipe-fittings, gears, even discarded fly-fishing reels—to create a fish eye that pops out.

“There’s one series of fish I made that had old parts from a textile mill that we tore apart,” Sharpe says. “I mean, we’re talking about gears of equipment that ran cotton back in the ’40s, which is pretty cool if you think about it. Those people don’t really know it, but their fish has a piece of Americana on it.”

Sharpe has made fish sculptures of all sizes, ranging from a foot-long bluegill to a 9-foot-long arapaima, a large, torpedo-shaped fish from South

America that can weigh upwards of 400 pounds. Prices begin at about $200 and range up to approximately $3,000, depending on the size of the sculpture and the materials required to make it. He figures he’s made and sold about a hundred sculptures since launching Dead Weight Fly three years ago.

Creating fly-fishing art (he sells original illustrations, too) has been a financial boost for Sharpe, but he’s not just chasing dollars. He’s chasing memories, too—memories of his childhood, when his late grandfather taught him how to fly-fish.

“We’d go to ponds and I’d catch little brim and stuff like that—those are the memories I have with him,” Sharpe says. “And I wish he could see me now and what I’m doing, because he would’ve loved it. That would be really cool.”

Dead Weight Fly, Greensboro, NC. For commission orders or to see more of Ryan’s work, go to deadweightfly.com or @deadweightfly on Instagram.

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Garden Variety Topiary talent Pearl Fryar crops eclectic creations out of evergreens and shrubs / by Mary Cathryn Armstrong // illustration by Alexander Harrison

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s usual, Pearl Fryar is in his garden. He’s behind the wheel of a John Deere utility vehicle—the iconic green and yellow paint job gives it away even from this distance—and cutting across the grass towards me. I cheer a little inside when I’m able to make out the emblem stitched on his baseball cap. A fellow Gamecock fan! Yes! We chat for a few minutes like most Southerners do, speculating on the unseasonably warm winter, lamenting early mosquitoes, and crossing fingers for a better football season this fall. Fryar asks if I noticed the makeshift white bridge a few feet from where we are standing (I did), then advises I start there and follow the “flow” of the garden.

“There’s a theme,” he says. “If you know how to look for it.”

An unpaved path weaves through the three-acre space,

well-trodden and soft from decades of out-of-town visitors who, like me, have marveled at the topiary wonderland this North Carolina native has constructed over nearly forty years of dedicated passion. It’s the kind of place where your head swivels to take in all of the garden’s offerings: above, towering holly trees spiral-cut from tiptop to base; at your feet, plump juniper shrubs delicately carved into elaborate, sinuous designs. There are the shapes you’ve heard of— triangles, squares, circles—and a few that Fryar made up on his own, their careful outlines silhouetted against a cloudless afternoon sky. His “out-there” thinking, Fryar informs me later, is one of the reasons his longtime wife gives him space in the garden; she’s much more “conservative” than him.

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way,” Fryar explains over a cup of coffee. We’re at the Waffle House a stone’s throw from his home in the small town of Bishopville, South Carolina.

Another of his extravagant creations stands tall outside the front window—which means he eats for free. “When you’re doing something nobody else is, you can do what you want. Even if you make a mistake, you can turn it into something right.”

Fryar often refers to his art as simply “cuttin’ bushes,” but there’s no downplaying the 77-yearold’s unconventional, self-taught talents. Around 70 percent of his evergreen plants were once scavenged from the “recycle pile” of nurseries.

Even unwanted pieces of scrap metal (including a pot-belly stove) tend to find new life in his hands, reimagined as the fountains and sculptures that are thoughtfully placed around the topiaries where he sees fit. When I comment that I’m impressed he also trims the neighborhood shrubbery, Fryar laughs and shakes his head.

“You can imagine trying to explain to people in the beginning what it’s going to look like in ten years. They saw me working all the time and said, ‘Man, you are out of your mind!’” he jokes. “Then they got on board and started doing their own.”

Like his unique first name—“My uncle’s. It was terrible growing up”—Fryar attributes his creativity to his parents. However, the time he spent overseas serving in Korea was especially formative to his understanding and “appreciation”

Pearl Essence: Fryar’s topiary talents in Bishopville, SC, are nationally recognized, including as a documentary feature titled A Man Named Pearl.

of different cultures, a respect that only continued to grow when he moved to Queens, New York, post-graduation. Without that move, Fryar muses, he probably wouldn’t have his garden today. Nor would he have helped develop scholarship funds for the students of Lee County to afford a higher education.

“A lot of students can be successful if they pursue their strengths, because in the end, success is about three things,” he asserts, raising his fingers and ticking each off one-by-one. “Work, passion, and marketing. It’s not always being academically gifted. It’s how well you market what you do.”

Before I jump back on the Interstate to head home, I ask Fryar about the theme he mentioned earlier. His response is quick.

“Love. As you walk through the garden, there’s always something with love,” he says. “The message I want people to leave with is that no matter who you are, you can help make a difference.”

Pearl Fryar Topiary Garden, 145 Broad Acres Rd, Bishopville, SC. Open Tuesday through Saturday, 10am–4pm. pearlfryar.com

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With a history steeped in preservation and built on a commitment to the land, Balsam Mountain Preserve is just that—a preserve. Not just for nature and all her glorious wonders, but family, friends and everything else we hold close to our hearts. Located less than 40 minutes west of Asheville, Balsam Mountain Preserve isn’t your typical private mountain community. It’s something different. And with fewer than 400 homes spread across 4,400-forested acres, owners truly live within nature.

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River’s Edge Fly-fishing expert Katie Cahn flows with the current of life / by Abby Moore Keith // photograph by Paul Mehaffey

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t’s a gorgeous, sunny afternoon, and I’m knee deep in a river somewhere north of Walhalla, South Carolina. This is not my typical Tuesday outing, but I can tell Katie Cahn is in her element. Katie, a flyfishing guide with adventure organization Headwaters Outfitters near Brevard, is about to cast. Fly tied to a barbless hook, she whips her line gracefully through the air before the current pulls it downstream.

Within seconds something bites. This one is a small rainbow trout—you can tell by the multi-colored stripe running along its abdomen—but there are many to follow. She attributes the catches to the river being stocked hours earlier, but I can tell she’s talented. She was, after all, the top female competitor in her first fishing tournament, snagging a 24-inch rainbow, and 65 fish overall.

Katie, who grew up in this patch of wilderness known as Mountain Rest, is a self-described loner.

She’d rather be in the middle of a river with a rod and a net and her adorable fur-baby Beans (who likes to snuggle up on her sweatshirt while she fishes) even if the weather is not as perfectly agreeable as today’s.

“The cold and rainy days are the best,” she explains later. “There’s something about putting your mind and body through those elements and ending the day with a beer and story to tell your loved ones.”

Katie’s fondness for fishing began at Western Carolina University, where she “could literally cast a fly from my doorstep.” She received a degree from WCU in special education, but her previous adventures span the globe. She’s released scarlet macaws into the jungles of Costa Rica, kayaked and mountain trekked across Nepal and India, and guided rafts down the Chattooga River.

“That community opened my eyes to what adventure can do for the soul,” Katie says. “It’s been a beautiful life so far.”

A life not without its challenges. Last fall, mere weeks after her marriage to husband Daniel, Katie started experiencing intense back pain. A doctor’s visit revealed renal cell carcinoma, cancer of the kidney.

Though treatment didn’t require radiation or chemo, Katie’s left kidney was removed, and she struggled with the fear the cancer would return. Nine weeks later her appendix and left ovary were removed, as well, and within six days, she was back on the river.

“Cancer changed me,” Katie says. “I have a greater appreciation for . . . everything. I love harder, I breathe deeper, I stand taller. As cliché as it sounds, we aren’t promised tomorrow.”

Back in the water, Katie deftly removes her hook from the trout’s mouth. She palms the fish for a moment for me to see, then places it back into the current, releasing her gentle grip only when the fish is ready to swim off on its own. This little guy’s not promised tomorrow either, but he’s been granted another day on the river. If I had my bets, you’ll find Katie here, too, wading out into the water, ready to embrace life’s next adventure.

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“I love harder, I breathe deeper, I stand taller. As cliché as it sounds, we aren’t promised tomorrow.”

—Katie Cahn

Wading Game: Fly-fishing expert Katie Cahn pauses in a stream near Mountain Rest, SC. Though she snags a variety of trout, her best catch is a brook, which is native to the area.

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Sport Yellow Stone / Dry fly representing the dun stage of a stone fly.

Common to our local streams.

Fly Buy Amplify your river catch with these special ties / descriptions courtesy of Steve Grose, Luthi’s Outfitters // photograph by Paul Mehaffey All patterns are $2 at Luthi’s Outfitters, 1418 Laurens Rd, Greenville.

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Brasstard / A nymph that represents the larval stage of a stone fly.

Yellow Hopper / Its pattern is designed to represent a grasshopper.

Popular during the summer months.

Pink Cahill / A dry fly representing a pink mayfly, common to our local streams.

Yellow Stimulator / A dry fly designed to stimulate trout to strike when other patterns are not working.

A favorite for using in a dry dropper rig.

Brown Stone Fly Nymph / A pattern representing the larval stage of a stone fly.

Adams / A generic dry-fly pattern that looks similar to many insects common to any river or stream.

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or Steve Grose, fly-fishing is more than a hobby, it’s therapy.

Steve has been fishing since he was a kid growing up in Florida, and, now, as the “Grand Poobah” of fly-fishing at Luthi’s Outfitters, he spends his days surrounded by rods, reels, leaders, and tippets. “I’ve been fly-fishing for forty years,” Steve says, sitting behind a fly-tying rig at Luthi’s on Laurens Road.

“It’s a very active endeavor. You’re constantly casting, constantly looking, constantly trying to find fish. It requires a great deal of concentration because you are not just flipping a bait out there and waiting for the bobber to go under, you’re actually having to feel the fish take the fly. It’s a lot more fulfilling because of that.”

While it might appear complicated, Steve says fly-fishing is actually fairly easy to learn—it just takes patience. “I think getting out there and doing it with someone who is an expert is the best

way to start,” Steve says. “A good guide can teach you more in a day than you could learn in six months on your own. But you’ve got to learn more than just the technique; you’ve got to learn the nuances. It takes commitment.”

While catching fish might be nice, for Steve fly-fishing is more about unwinding and communing with nature while being a responsible steward of the environment. “I’m very strong on conservation,” he says. “These streams are a valuable resource, and if we don’t care for them, we won’t always have them. I’m a staunch believer in catch-and-release. That being said, I just love the experience of fly-fishing. It’s very relaxing. It’s the opportunity to leave all your troubles and worries somewhere else for a little while.”

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Hold Your Horses The Man braves the saddle for the chance to document his heroism

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few months ago, I had the opportunity to ride a horse.

I initially turned the offer down, thinking of everything that could wrong, such as being bitten, kicked, trampled, thrown, and paralyzed, just to name a few. But then it occurred to me that this would be an opportunity to prove my manliness. If I could ride the horse just long enough to have a picture taken, I could fill my social media feeds with proof that I am fearless in the face of danger. So I dug out some old jeans and a flannel shirt, and raided the medicine cabinet in search of half a Xanax.

The horse was located in Cottageville, South Carolina, about a three-hour drive southeast of Greenville. When I arrived, the horse’s owner Lindsey, a young woman who grew up riding, roping, and being an all-around badass, introduced me to Rooster, a large quarter horse. After a brief overview of the saddle, Lindsey told me to “hop on.” For someone with tight hamstrings, hopping on a full-size horse is easier said than done. In the movies, cowboys throw a foot in the stirrup and then effortlessly swing a leg over the saddle. But for me it was like trying to board a 747 from the tarmac.

After several failed attempts, Lindsey finally gave me a boost and suddenly I seemed to be sitting ten feet off the ground. I couldn’t help but wonder what Rooster must be thinking. Was he aware that I was terrified? Did he smell my fear? Could he sense that I was doing a full on Kegel contraction with no sign of letting up? Lindsey instructed me to grab the reins, then told me to squeeze my legs together. “That’ll get him moving,” she said. It’s not that easy to squeeze your legs together

when your knees are about three feet apart. Also, how vigorously does one squeeze to get a 2,000-pound animal moving? “Harder,” Lindsey said, after my gentle efforts seemed not to register. “C’mon, harder.”

Finally Rooster lurched forward, and the thought immediately occurred to me that Lindsey had failed to tell me how to steer, and more importantly, how to stop.

“You’re doing good,” Lindsey yelled a few minutes later, even though Rooster and I had only made it about fifty yards from our starting point.

Then, from across the pasture, a dog began to bark, and Rooster jerked his head toward the sound. Every muscle in my body contracted and my legs tightened around Rooster’s midsection. He began to walk faster, and I automatically squeezed harder. Then he was in a full trot. It was a viscous loop, the faster he went, the more I squeezed. We were headed toward the woods surrounding the pasture, and I imagined Rooster soon tearing through the trees at a breakneck pace, leaving my lifeless body to be found days later in a ditch somewhere just north of Savannah.

“Lindsey!” I screamed, but she was already beside us. Apparently Rooster was going no faster than his owner could jog. Lindsey grabbed the reins, and Rooster immediately stopped. I quickly dug my phone out of my pocket. “Could you take my picture?” I said.

Today that picture resides on my bookshelf. In it, a large quarter horse stands in a dew-covered field, the morning sun peeking over the treetops. On top of the horse sits a man in a heroic pose. He is white as a ghost, covered in sweat, and droopy-eyed from half a Xanax. He is a man who faces his fears. Five minutes at a time.

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YMCA'S CAMP GREENVILLE

G Cabin Fever: Established in 1912 at Blythe Shoals, Camp Greenville relocated to 1,400 acres atop Standing Stone Mountain in 1925. Back then, campers were housed in five frame cabins and nine tents. Today the site features adventure, lakeside, and ridgetop cabins, with a new line of treehouse cabins currently under construction.

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For 105 years, YMCA’s Camp Greenville has called men and women to revel in its sweet mountain magic, connecting generations of Greenville families in deep woods, stunning views, and cooling waters.

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YMCA’S CAMP GREENVILLE

THIS MONTH,

thousands of cars will snake up Standing Stone Mountain on a tight, winding road creeping toward Camp Greenville. A dense canopy of hickories, maples, and longleaf pines lines the way. The falling waters off Lake Rotary signal arrival, along with dozens of cheering counselors. This YMCA facility has welcomed boys and girls for 105 years, but this summer, a new era begins.

“It’s about restoring camp physically and traditionally,” explains executive director Cory Harrison. Although having only 15 months on the job, this is the first summer that camp life will navigate solely with the new leader’s compass. “We’re looking forward, but not forgetting where we came from. Our history and our heritage are important, and it’s what led to our success. A phrase used almost from the beginning is ‘Magic on the Mountain.’ So, I’m using that, too, and our theme for this summer is ‘Make More Magic.’”

Last year, Cory prompted counselors to ask their cabin-mates to think of the unthinkable, and then make it happen.

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“Give me all ’yer booty! ” With the break of dawn, three scruffy pirates donning eye patches, torn scarves, and vintage military jackets storm the boys' cabin. Flashing swords slice the cool mountain air. “Wake up, I say, wake up ! ” Kiddos scramble from their bunks shaking sleep from their eyes, to find the colorful seamen pilfering all the cabin’s tennis shoes, bathing suits, and towels. “These will be useful on the high seas. Now get movin’, lads ! We’ve got a full day ahead.” Smiles grow as wide as the ocean.

The spirit of Camp Greenville is embedded in the bones of Gally Gallivan. Four generations of Gallivan men have stood atop the mountain, to watch the sun rise on one side and set on the other. “It’s meaningful to me,” says the second-generation camper, recalling golden days on the Blue Ridge. “It’s the most beautiful spot in Greenville County. I always had a great experience.” Old stories pour from his lips, as if he’s back around the campfire.

One of his favorite tales dates to the 1930s, when his father got

homesick as a boy, and snuck into the backseat of a visitor’s car headed toward Greenville. “As they turned onto Pinckney Street, he saw his parents driving out.

They were going to camp to see him,” Gally continues with a chuckle. “Naturally, when they arrived at camp he wasn’t there. When they got home, they had some stern words.”

Despite that initial bout of melancholy, Gally’s father returned to camp again and again. Gally himself was nine years old during his first visit. “We had activities like riflery, archery, and swimming,” he reminisces. “We’d take trips to Cherokee and watch outdoor reenactments of the Indians.” He loved Camp Greenville so much that he hauled his wife and three sons to Family Camp in the ’70s, until the boys were old enough to attend by themselves. “Oh, we had a fantastic time,” he shares. “We didn’t have to worry about them at all, and they made a lot of friends over the years.”

Just when “Taps” could start playing over his camp career, grandkids came along . . . and there he was back at Family Camp in the new millennium. “It brings out the very best dynamic in our large family,” shares Gally’s daughter-in-law Katie Gallivan. “Knowing this was something that meant so much to my husband’s family when he was a child, and then with our own family, makes it that much more memorable. Finding a camp is not hard. Finding one that’s meaningful to multiple generations of your family? That’s rare.”

Katie describes loading up her four small boys for the annual Labor Day outing, while friends called her crazy. Who brings a three-month-old to camp? Duh, the Gallivans. “I was lying on a bunk bed, with wood digging into my hip, nursing him, thinking this is nuts!

But there’s nowhere else I’d rather be.” That says a lot given Katie’s pedigree. She’s attended numerous camps across the Southeast as both camper and counselor.

She points out, “There are lots of different types of fancy and simple camps. Camp Greenville’s connection through the family is the thing that sets it apart. Camps are made by people, not amenities.”

“It’s some of the most fun I’ve had in the summer time. When I was young, I couldn’t wait until I got there.” Will Younts, an IT support specialist, pulls back from his computer screen. Camp Greenville features his life’s trailhead. “It played a big part of me loving the outdoors and outdoor activities. I would go for the three-week Adventure Course, where we’d go backcountry camping, rock climbing, white water rafting. Camp offers something for everyone, including those who want to go off the grid.”

After graduating from Clemson University, Will moved to Colorado seeking outdoor opportunities in the Rockies. Time and again, he found himself using team-building and survival skills acquired at Camp Greenville as a third-generation legacy camper. The 31-year-old admits the pleasure he gained retracing the steps of his dad and grandad. “It was really neat. We swam in the same lake, hiked, and looked at the same mountains. It’s cool to know that.”

His grandfather, Melvin Younts, is honored, and proud. The head of the family opens up, saying, “Knowing all three generations have enjoyed camp so very much, that’s special. We knew our kids would go. It’s beneficial and religious, also. We tried to raise our boys in a Christian atmosphere, and they cater to that.” Melvin first walked the grounds in the ’40s for a service at Pretty Place, the camp’s outdoor chapel.

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"Finding a camp is not hard. Finding one that's meaninful to multiple generations of your family? That's rare. Camps are made by people, not amenities."—Katie Gallivan

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Dusk’s turned to dark, and Lindsey leads her cabin of 9 -year- olds into the bushes behind the camp director’s cabin. It’s true ! Cory bakes cookies each night, and there they are cooling on his porch. Dogs start barking inside, but the girls are not deterred. They scramble up the steps and pocket every chocolate chip, leaving only crumbs on the plate. Emboldened by their escapade, they knock on the door and dash off into the night.

The next morning at breakfast, they overhear Cory asking if anyone knows about his missing cookies. Lindsey and her girls can’t help but giggle as they lock eyes with each other, and continue eating their cereal.

He quickly returned for a summer term, and remembers idling the days away canoeing, camping, and playing softball. “I’d been to another camp, and Camp Greenville was much superior. They had nicer facilities, better instructors, and more activities. When my children came along, I insisted they go, and they all enjoyed it.”

Will’s insisting his son, due any day now, go too. “I can tell him stories about it, like when your grandpa was there, or your greatgrandpa was there. Nowadays, they have more of the thrill-seeking adventures like zip-lining, too. You get to be outside. You’re away from home, and it’s exciting. I want him to know that.”

Golden Days: Monk Mulligan (above right) was Camp Greenville's director from 1944 to 1967. He and his wife Sudie were instrumental in transforming the camp from its primitive beginnings to a more modern design.

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Flashlights pop on and off as the boys hunker down inside sleeping bags around the flag pole. Blankets and pillows are strewn about, and nearby, a pile of Chacos grows taller. Last night they slept on the tennis courts. The night before that, the Nature Center. And the night before that, Pretty Place. It’s become a point of pride. They hear the whispers . . . they are the cabin that’s NEVER slept in their cabin . . . not once . . . for the entire term !

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the family, or generation, all alumni mention the same two names with reverence: Uncle Johnny and Monk Mulligan. Both served as directors in the early years, and literally carved longstanding traditions into the mountain. After opening in 1912, Camp Greenville hosted a couple of dozen boys in tents at various locations, before landing on a spot in Blythe Shoals. That’s where John “Uncle Johnny” Holmes took over operations post World War I. He quickly created a committee to secure a permanent campsite above Caesar’s Head. In 1925, Camp Greenville relocated to the 1,400 acres where it stands today. It’s the fifth-largest Y camp in the nation, featuring a 150-foot waterfall, two spring-fed lakes, and dozens of trails.

Uncle Johnny retired in 1944, after tapping Walter B. “Monk” Mulligan to succeed him. Stories of Monk’s love of camp are legendary, showcasing how he and wife Sudie transformed the place from primitive to rustic, and then modern. No one could avoid his efforts. Monk even persuaded an innocent, 9-year-old Gally Gallivan to ask his grandpa to subsidize indoor plumbing for the cabin carrying the family’s name. Gally recalls with a laugh, “Our cabin was the only one in camp relying on an outdoor two-holer. I pointed this out to grandpa at Sunday lunch, in front of the whole family. You could have heard a pin drop. My parents were embarrassed.

But camp got the $300, and Monk gave me a plastic trophy that I displayed in my bedroom for a long time.”

There was only one thing Monk loved more than camp, and that was the children. He was a director, but he was also a friend, encouraging each to strive to meet their potential. His command to “Be a Great Boy” still hangs on a huge sign above Lake Rotary, alongside “Be a Great Girl,” which went up when the camp went coed in 1986.

“He’d tell them, ‘Don’t wait to grow up to be great.

Be a great boy now,’” explains Cory Harrison. Today’s director gains inspiration from the beloved duo. He’s

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"Camp is about the voices of the past crying out to you, people who have stepped on this mountain."—Cory Harrison, executive director, Camp Greenville

Good Heavens: The breathtaking view of the Appalachian Valley from Pretty Place (above)— the name for the Fred W. Symmes Chapel at the far end of the camp—has remained unchanged since the chapel's construction in 1941; activities at the camp center around fellowship, bonding, and Christian values.

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even writing upcoming chapel messages from a book he unearthed that Uncle Johnny wrote almost 100 years ago. “How cool is that?” he asks. “It was like finding the motherload. Camp is about the voices of the past crying out to you, people who have stepped on this mountain. This summer, we are going to be doing sermons from our history that I’ve updated with modern analogies.”

As much as Cory pulls from the past, he knows he must produce for the future. A camper at heart, he’s a businessman at mind, running a $2.5 million dollar operation. Camp Greenville now offers base and equestrian camps, adventure trips, as well as military family and special-needs sessions. While more than 1,500 kiddos will pass through the highseason of June, July, and August, staff also greets environmental and education groups September through May. To maintain the facilities and raise $195,000 in scholarships for low-income kids, Cory fundraises up and down the mountain. “We have so much going on.” He quickly breaks it down, adding,

“We’re in the middle of a $14.3 million building campaign, with $5.5 million of construction happening this year. We just built this office and Welcome Center, and a state-of-the-art Health Center. Treehouse cabins are coming in the fall, and we’re building a massive quarterof-a-million-dollar treehouse in the middle of camp where kids can just go up in the trees and play.”

Anchoring the far end of camp: Fred W. Symmes Chapel, better known as Pretty Place. Campers have used the open-air house of worship for Sunday Services since 1941. It’s popular with the public as well, averaging 400 visitors a day, and 100 weddings a year. As young and old sit on wooden benches and gaze beyond a simple cross toward the Appalachian Valley, the view is breathtaking. It resonates in the soul of a half-million alumni, including Melvin Younts and Gally Gallivan. Both patriarchs admit Pretty Place enchanted them on their first visit, enticing them to return session after session. Katie Gallivan knows her children, and someday even grandchildren, are the beneficiaries of that spirit . . . a love of this mountain getaway that winds its way through the generations, lingering long after the campfire’s embers fade to black: “It’s about the emotion here. It’s beautiful. I love it, and knowing the depth of that feeling for my family makes it magic.”

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Part Deux Jason and Julia Scholz showcase a second Stella’s Southern Brasserie in Hollingsworth Park / by M. Linda Lee // photography by Paul Mehaffey

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pening a second restaurant is a risky business.

But if you’re as seasoned in the ways of hospitality as Jason and Julia Scholz are, it’s not that much of a stretch. The couple, who launched Stella’s Southern Bistro in Simpsonville in 2008, was looking to expand when Verdae Development Inc. approached them about opening an anchor restaurant in the Hollingsworth Park community on Greenville’s east side.

“It was a leap of faith on both our parts,” says Chef Jason, “but a confident one. The project checked everything off both our lists.” With a business plan calling for a chef-driven restaurant open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, the project also entails an up-front, small market of locally-produced goods catering to neighborhood residents.

Just as sisters vie for individuality, Stella’s Southern Brasserie goes Gallic, and the original Stella’s continues to flaunt her Southern roots. Both siblings hold fast to the family’s core values of outstanding hospitality and superb cuisine crafted from the bounty of area farms.

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Bowled Over: Chef Jeff Kelly (opposite) brings his culinary craft to Stella’s Southern Brasserie, presenting dishes such as the blue-black mussels with smoked tomato broth (opposite) and vegetable pot au feu (above) with roasted corn, shiitake, kimchee, squash, local Swiss chard, a farm egg, and soba noodles.

With a black-and-white mosaic tile floor and bare wood tables set with turquoise Le Creuset salt and pepper shakers, little sister is lively and chic—everything a French brasserie should be. Copper pots are arranged artfully on the walls, while white marble tops the bar and communal table.

Saturated with natural light, the main dining room overflows onto the outdoor patio and into a 40-seat special-event space embellished with hand-stenciled walls.

Heading the brasserie’s kitchen is Virginian Jeff Kelly, who moved most recently from Washington, D.C., where his wife worked as an assistant curator in the Obama White House—yes, Kelly cooked there on several occasions. The chef, whose resume ticks off time in the kitchens of Peninsula Grill (Charleston), Vidalia, and Bistro Bis (both in D.C.), as well as Devereaux’s and 33 Liberty in Greenville, jumped at the chance to bring his considerable culinary skills to the new project. Both Kelly and Scholz have their hands in the changing menu, which toasts French brasserie fare with steak frites, roasted game hen, and plats du jour.

Kelly’s inspiration shines at the table. Blue-black mussel shells yawn just wide enough to sip on smoked tomato broth, while Marsala-spiked onion soup gratinée summons an amazing depth of flavor from a chicken broth made from roasted bones. Plated alongside stewed tomatoes, garlic sausage, pork belly, white beans, and spicy mustard greens, the crispy duck leg rounds up all the flavors of a traditional cassoulet.

For the beverage program, general manager Aimee Maher curates a fascinating wine list, served by the glass, the “fun” (250ml), and the bottle. She even crafts her own tonic to pair with the 11 types of gin on the cocktail menu. Each is garnished with varying fresh herbs and spices, depending on individual flavor notes.

Committing to breakfast, lunch, brunch, and dinner is a mouthful, bien sûr, but Kelly claims he loves a challenge. “I like that there’s a lot going on,” alleges the chef. “That’s what keeps me thinking and keeps me pumped.” And from the taste of things, Kelly guarantees Stella’s take two is second to none.

Stella’s Southern Brasserie, 340 Rocky Slope Rd, Ste 100, Greenville.

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rtsy and bohemian in spirit and décor, Never Blue in Hendersonville, North Carolina, perfectly matches the personality of its chef and owner, Jesse Roque.

The chef, who home-schools her two young daughters and wears her blonde hair twisted into dreadlocks, originally conceived the restaurant as a coffee shop and art gallery. With her Johnson & Wales training, Jesse baked the pastries and enlisted the help of her mother, artist Pam Cosner, to design the restaurant’s vivid interior—including the bright, swirling mosaic that covers the bar.

The venture soon blossomed into a full-service restaurant where Roque promoted an eclectic selection of tapas. However, back in 2008 the concept of tapas was foreign to most diners. Roque laughingly recalls how locals were reluctant to come to what they heard was a “topless” restaurant. So, she added entrées to make her menu more mainstream.

Growing up in Tampa, Florida, exposed the nascent chef to a cornucopia of cultures, arousing her global culinary perspective. The Greek community in nearby Tarpon Springs inspired her take on the classic Greek salad, and her family’s traditional Christmas Eve meal of Cincinnati-style chili slaw dogs—her mother is from Ohio—likewise creeped into Roque’s seasonal repertoire.

True to her Southern roots, the award-winning chef features pickles in one form or another in many of her dishes. “I pickle everything,” says Roque. “If I had to pick one food to take with me to a desert island, it would be pickles.”

Edson, Roque’s husband and Never Blue coowner, showcases his Mexican heritage by slowroasting mojo-marinated pork in banana leaves for the pork tostadas. His influence also accounts for the chapulines taco, a corn tortilla rolled around crunchy roasted crickets, sautéed corn, and Sweety Drop peppers.

Roque, who believes that “if something is not going to blow your palate up, it’s not worth eating,” goes bold on the plate. Her flavors explode in a duo of Chardonnay-ginger-pickled golden beets and Malbec-and-brown-sugar red beets, while her classical pastry training dazzles after dinner in a brittle basket brimming with white chocolate mousse and fresh berries with a tart zing from mango and raspberry coulis.

Returning to the tapas concept, Jesse recently revamped her bill of fare with the only large plate options being shareable dishes such as cochinita pibil—slow-roasted pork with tortillas—and Yucatán-style whole fried fish. Roque’s generous tapas portions are driven by her own love of good food. “I want five bites of something awesome,” she exclaims, “not just one.”

Never Blue, 119 S Main St, Hendersonville, NC; (828) 693-4646, theneverblue.com

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Can’t Beet It: (opposite, clockwise from far left) dark chocolate brownie wrapped in phyllo dough with candied praline ice cream; Chef Jesse Roque; Southern Welcome plate; chapulines taco, a corn tortilla rolled around crunchy roasted crickets, sautéed corn, and Sweety Drop peppers; (this page) Chardonnayginger-pickled golden beets and Malbecand-brown-sugar red beets with peppered goat cheese mousse, Marcona almonds, and balsamic gastrique

STANDOUT DISHES Southern Welcome / Nothing warms the cockles of a Southerner’s heart like house-smoked-ham salad and fluffy, cakelike biscuits. Homemade accompaniments punch things up with bread-andbutter pickles, turmeric onions, chipotle-molasses pralines, and sweet tangerine marmalade.

Shrimp & Grits / Chef Jesse’s version of this Lowcountry classic is worth every creamy calorie.

Fresh Gulf shrimp and rainbow peppers luxuriate in a tasso ham cream sauce over a bed of grits enriched with smoked gouda and sour cream.

The Brownie / Never Blue’s signature dessert takes 20 minutes to prepare, but you won’t mind waiting for this sinful confection: a gooey, phyllo-wrapped, dark chocolate brownie crowned with candied praline ice cream. Tahitian vanilla bean crème anglaise, chocolate sauce, and pecans are just icing on the cake.

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Summer Shimmer Inspire easy al fresco dinners with grilled whole trout

f you’re on social media, rainbow-colored fare has likely crossed your feed in the last few months. Swirled technicolor bagels, psychedelic pasta, a mindboggling unicorn smoothie. How refreshing, then, to feast your eyes on the trend’s total opposite, the original prismatic fare: rainbow trout.

Plentiful in the mountain streams and rivers that surround us, rainbow trout are beloved by the people who catch them and the people who eat them. The shimmery fish has a mild, delicate flavor best enjoyed with the simplest of preparations: butter, lemon, maybe some herbs. If you can catch your own trout and pan-fry them in a hot campfire skillet on a June evening, to the sound of crickets and a cool breeze—you will be living a summer dream (or a Hemingway story at least).

For the rest of us, a few turns of whole, fresh trout on the backyard grill can achieve much the same euphoria. There’s a reason to buy whole trout at the market rather than fillets. It’s the same reason we carry plates and forks and glasses outside to dine al fresco. Not because it’s easier—but because it’s worth it.

Moving everyday life outdoors winds us back to simpler times, slowing us down, setting our focus straight. So, grill your trout this summer.

When the fish comes off the grill, browned and crispy, heaped with beautiful charred lemons, flake off a tender bite and savor it. Don’t worry about documenting it. Instagram has enough rainbow food.

1. Combine lemon juice and olive oil in a large, shallow glass dish. Season the inner cavity of each trout with salt and pepper; then stuff each fish with shallot slices, lemon slices, and a few stems of dill and chives. Place gently into marinade. Refrigerate for up to an hour, turning occasionally.

2. Heat a grill to mediumhigh, about 400ºF. Be sure to clean grill grates very well, scrubbing with a bristle brush and spraying them with nonstick cooking spray.

3. Coat fish in oil from the marinade to prevent sticking and gently lay fish diagonally across the grill grate. Close the lid and cook for 5–8 minutes, depending on fish thickness. The fish should release when cooked long enough; turn and grill for another 5–8 minutes.

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Biscuit Head The queen bee of all things fluffy, floury, and delicious, Asheville-based Biscuit Head has set up shop in Greenville with its wide array of home-cooked biscuits. Whether you like ’em slathered in gravy or smothered in sweetness—the jam bar is slammed with fruity preserves—you can’t go wrong with the Greenvillian (below) topped with fried pork steak, jalapeño cream cheese, bacon gravy, a sunny side egg, and pickled jalapeños.

Partner with Biscuit Head’s fresh-squeezed OJ and the pimento cheese grits, and you’ll be on your way to biscuit bliss. $-$$. B, L. 823 S. Church St, Greenville. (864) 2480371, biscuitheads.com/menu-greenville

American Grocery offers refined American cuisine and a changing menu that emphasizes quality ingredients from local and regional producers. Begin with the South Carolina Shrimp Strozzapreti, with saffron, roasted tomatoes, fresno chiles, and fines herbes; next, have an entrée of saltcrusted grassfed ribeye with pomme purée, onion soubise, and red wine jus, then finish with the banana pudding cake. $$$-$$$$, D. Closed Sunday & Monday.

732 S Main St. (864) 232-7665, americangr.com THE ANCHORAGE

Chef McPhee’s blue-bedecked restaurant is causing quite the splash. With a menu focused on hyper-local produce, it changes almost weekly. Sample dishes include Spring Onion Risotto, with marinated mushrooms, charred sweet onion, pea tendrils, and a soft poached egg, and Suckling Pig Porchetta, with farro salad, citrus, pork fat vinaigrette, and local cheese. The “For the Table” option offers housemade charcuterie, Blue Ridge Creamery cheese, and Bake Room bread.

Don’t miss the outstanding cocktail program at the gorgeous bar upstairs, or brunch! Now being served. $-$$$, D, SBR. Closed Monday & Tuesday.

586 Perry Ave. (864) 219-3082, theanchoragerestaurant.com

The unassuming Augusta Grill is home to owner Buddy Clay’s vision of upscale comfort food. From cozy booths to the intimate dining room, patrons can enjoy dishes such as the breaded artichoke and leek-stuffed chicken breast. The lineup of entrées and appetizers changes daily, but regulars can always get Chef Bob Hackl’s highly sought-after blackberry cobbler. $$$-$$$$, D. Closed Sunday & Monday.

1818 Augusta St. (864) 242-0316, augustagrill.com BACON BROS. PUBLIC HOUSE

You might think you know what meat lover’s heaven looks like, but if you show up at Chef Anthony Gray’s gastropub, you’ll know for sure. From a board of house-cured, smoked, and dried meats, to a glass-walled curing room display, there’s no shortage of mouthwatering selections. The menu’s flavor profiles extend to cocktails, which heavily feature whiskeys, bourbons, bacon-infused liquors, and even smoked sorghum syrup. $$-$$$, L, D. Closed Sunday.

3620 Pelham Rd. (864) 297-6000, baconbrospublichouse.com BRAZWELLS PUB

Channeling the fun-loving legacy of the original Billy “Braz” Brazwell, this pub is an optimal pick for your next food memory. Brazwells steps up game day with an appetizer of thinly sliced, sesameencrusted tuna seared to perfection—along with crowd favorites like spicy buffalo wings (available by the pound) and, of course, a mile-long list of burgers. $$, L, D. 631 S Main St. (864) 568-5053, brazwellspub.com BRICK STREET CAFÉ

You’ll likely have to loosen your belt after chowing down at this Augusta Street mainstay that serves all the comforts of home. Try Mom’s Spaghetti, Miss Sara’s Crab Cakes, or the signature fried shrimp with sweet potato fries. But do save room for made-from-scratch sweets like the sweet potato cake, peanut butter cake, and apple pie (available for special-order, too).

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$$-$$$, L, D. 315 Augusta St. (864) 421-0111, brickstreetcafe.com

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The restaurant’s description itself—Golden Brown & Delicious—tells you all you need to know about this West Greenville joint. Locally-sourced takes on American favorites, such as well-crafted salads and sandwiches—like the killer burger on a housemade brioche bun—as well as seasonal specials fill the menu. Don’t miss the chicken & waffle sandwich with a fried egg and maple hot sauce. It’s totally worth the 1,000 napkin deaths. $$, L, D (Thurs, Fri), SBR. Closed Monday.

1269 Pendleton St. (864) 230-9455, eatgbnd.com HALLS CHOPHOUSE

The renowned Charleston steakhouse puts down roots in the former High Cotton space on the Reedy River. Indulge in a selection of wet- or dry-aged steaks (USDA Prime beef, flown in from Chicago’s Allen Brothers), or try a Durham Ranch elk loin with root vegetable hash and pine nut relish. Don’t miss the lavender French toast at brunch. $$$$, D, SBR. 550 S Main St. (864) 335-4200, hallschophousegreenville.com HENRY’S SMOKEHOUSE

Though this barbecue joint has since branched out, Henry’s original location has long set the standard. A Greenville institution, the smokehouse specializes in slow-cooking meat in open pits over hickory logs. Sure, there’s more on the menu, but their succulent ribs with beans and slaw will transport you to hog heaven. $, L, D. 240 Wade Hampton Blvd.

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by Corner Pocket, Ink N Ivy boasts a menu of American fare with an emphasis on fresh seafood. Lunch features staples like the charred salmon salad, and the menu tacks on entrées like the 2:17evening PM grilled scallops, topped with lime cilantro butter, and served on wilted chives, baby spinach, and roasted peppers. $$, L, D (Mon–Sun), SBR (Sat–Sun).

21 E Coffee St. (864) 438-4698, greenville.inkanivy.com JIANNA

With stellar views of Falls Parks from its wrap-around terrace, this modern Italian osteria offers patrons daily house-made pastas, the region’s freshest seasonal ingredients, and, of course, oysters. Grab a crafted cocktail or a glass of wine from the 40-foot bar, and nosh on potato gnocchi, radiatori, and ricotta with truffle honey.

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$$-$$$, L, D. 207 S Main St. (864) 232-7007, jiannagreenville.com KITCHEN SYNC

A straight farm-to-table concept and a certified-green restaurant, Kitchen Sync’s eco-focus extends to its menu, sourced by local farms. Start with the Gritz Fritz, with Hurricane Creek fried grits, collards, and pepper jam. The Banh Mi salad comes loaded with fresh veg and rice noodles, topped with pulled pork or tofu, or try the local rib pork chop. Don’t miss the pizza! $$, D (Tues–Sun). Closed Mondays.

1609 Laurens Rd, Greenville. (864) 5688115, kitchensyncgreenville.com

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LARKIN’S ON THE RIVER

Located between the Peace Center and the Reedy River, Larkin’s balances upscale dining with comfort. Start with the shecrab soup, then an entrée from the day’s selections—or opt for an aged filet mignon with mashed potatoes and asparagus. Enjoy the river view on the enclosed outdoor patio and the extensive wine list. $$$-$$$$, L (Mon–Fri), D (daily), SBR. 318 S Main St. (864) 467-9777, larkinsontheriver.com

NORTHAMPTON WINES & WINE CAFÉ

Linger in the relaxed atmosphere of Northampton’s wine bar. Choose a bottle from the thousands for sale, open it for a corkage fee, and enjoy with a selection of cheese or small plate. Or, select the dining area for dinner from an ever-changing menu, which includes seafood, beef, and wild game. The outdoor patio is a decidedly relaxing location for a meal or a glass of wine. $$-$$$$. L, D. 211-A E Broad

St. (864) 271-3919, northamptonwines.com

NOSE DIVE

The Nose Dive is city bar meets corner bistro. Beer, wine, and craft cocktails complement an ambitious menu of “urban comfort food” from fried chicken and waffles to a customized grits bar at brunch.

Located on Main Street between ONE City Plaza and the Peace Center, this gastropub is downtown hotspot and neighborhood hangout, in one.

$-$$, L, D, SBR. 116 S Main St. (864) 373-7300, thenosedive.com OAKBLUE KITCHEN

Smoked, hand-pulled BBQ is a glowing centerpiece of this local eatery. Serving plenty of homestyle dishes, like the Tabasco-breaded hot chicken sandwich and pimento cheese appetizer, Oakblue also offers the Korean BBQ sandwich with hefty short rib, pickled Daikon radish, and spicy Gochujang aioli. $$, L (Tues–Sun), D (Tues–Sat). Closed Mondays. 109 N Main St, Ste A, Greenville.

(864) 520-2579, oakbluekitchen.com OJ’S DINER

OJ’s is not a restaurant. It’s an Upstate institution. The old-school meat-andthree dishes up homestyle favorites on a daily basis, but every weekday comes with specials: lasagna and porkchops on Mondays, turkey and meatloaf Tuesdays, and more. Don’t forget to dig into a mess of sides: the mac ‘n’ cheese tastes the way mama made it and God intended. $, B, L. Closed Saturday & Sunday.

907 Pendleton St. (864) 235-2539, ojs-diner.com RESTAURANT 17

Tucked away in Travelers Rest, Restaurant 17 blends contemporary European bistro with Blue Ridge bliss. The menu changes seasonally, but expect dishes like smoked scallop crudo with creme fraiche, grapefruit, hot sauce pearls, and Meyer lemon oil, and pork belly agnolotti with chestnuts, rapini, and saffron cream. $$$-$$$$, D. Closed Sunday & Monday.

10 Road of Vines, Travelers Rest.

(864) 516-1254, restaurant17.com

RICK ERWIN’S NANTUCKET SEAFOOD

Greenville may be landlocked, but Rick Erwin’s restaurant takes us seaside. The day’s fresh catch comes grilled, seared, broiled, blackened, or in chef-designed specialties. Try the fried lobster bites with a drink at the elegant bar, pre- or post-Peace Center performance. Ideal for group dinners or quiet date nights, Nantucket offers both an intimate and entertaining atmosphere.

$$-$$$$, D, SBR. 40 W Broad St. (864) 546-3535, nantucketseafoodgrill.com RICK ERWIN’S WEST END GRILLE

Traditional surf-and-turf meets upscale dining at Rick Erwin’s. The dining room is decorated in rich, dark woods that, along with low lighting, create an intimate, stylish atmosphere. Entrées range from sashimigrade tuna and pan-seared sea bass, to certified Angus beef. $$-$$$$, D. Closed Sunday. 648 S Main St. (864) 232-8999, rickerwins.com

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This nod to the enterprising farm-to-table trend lends a modern, tasty addition to North Main. With a promise to provide food with a limited distance from producer to consumer, Roost’s ingredients are sourced from nearby areas in South and North Carolina. In good weather, try to snag a spot on the patio overlooking NoMa Square. $$-$$$, B,L, D, SBR. 220 N Main St. (864) 298-2424, roostrestaurant.com SMOKE ON THE WATER

Located in the West End Market, Smoke on the Water has a homey feel, with separate street-side dining and covered patio tables overlooking Pedrick’s Garden. Choose something from the smoker (beer-butt chicken), or pick from sandwiches, burgers, or salads. $-$$$, L, D. 1 Augusta St, Ste 202.

(864) 232-9091, saucytavern.com

SOBY’S

Local flavor shines here in entrées like crab cakes with remoulade, sweet corn maque choux, mashed potatoes, and haricot verts.

Their selection of 700 wines guarantees the perfect meal complement. Featuring different selections every week, the Sunday brunch buffet showcases the chefs’ creativity. $$$-$$$$, D, SBR. 207 S Main St. (864) 232-7007, sobys.com

BARS & BREWERIES

range from classic burgers and juicy steaks to spinach pizza. Gather with friends at the long bar to enjoy one of 72 brews on tap. $-$$$, L, D, SBR. 941 S Main St. (864) 770-7777, libertytaproom.com MAC’S SPEED SHOP

Across from Liberty Tap Room, Mac’s is for the Harley-set as well as the Greenville Drive crowd, with plenty of brisket, ribs, and beer-can chicken. Try a plate of Tabasco-fried pickles, washed down with one of the 50 craft beers on tap. With outdoor seating, you’ll likely want to lay some rubber on the road to grab your spot. $-$$$, L, D. 930 S Main St. (864) 239-0286 macspeedshop.com

Committed to producing premium brews while minimizing their environmental impact, Quest guarantees to satisfy your beer cravings and sustainability enthusiasm in a single sip. Grab a pint of QBC’s signature brews; the West Coast–style Ellida IPA packs a punch of flavor, or venture to the dark side with the Kaldi imperial coffee stout (crafted with locally roasted beans). Stop by for an afternoon brewery tour, then follow up with an evening full of food truck fare and live music.

True to its namesake, this rooftop tasting room is all about liquid refreshment. While the full-service bar offers an array of fine wine and whiskey, there’s no better way to end your evening than with an easy-drinking glass of sangria (or a signature cocktail) in hand. SIP’s open-air patio complete with cushioned couches accentuates the laidback atmosphere, and a curated collection of small plates guarantees a quick answer to an alcohol-induced appetite.

250 Mill St, Ste PW 3101, Taylors. (864) 3491430, 13stripesbrewery.com

$-$$, D. 103 N Main St #400, Greenville.

(864) 552-1916, sipgvl.com

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55 Airview Dr, Greenville. (864) 272- 6232, questbrewering.com SIP WHISKEY & WINE

With a focus on farmhouse saisons and sour beers, Birds Fly South Ale Project has come home to roost in Hampton Station. Though closed for production Monday through Wednesday, the open-air taproom is the perfect mid-week place to drain a cold glass while noshing on local food truck fare.

Expect to find flavor-filled concoctions, such as the Biggie Mango, Eldorado Saison, or the 2Hop Session IPA.

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13 STRIPES BREWERY

An old-school establishment, the American Revolutionary War–themed brewery in the revitalized Taylors Mill rotates a loaded arsenal of aptly-titled suds including the Nathan Hale Pale Ale, Machias Liberty Nitro Milk Stout, Sgt. Molly American Wheat, and a signature IPA, rolling out session beers, porters, and other seasonal kegs in between. Pair your pint with one of 13 Stripes’ “ration plates,” laden with fresh-cut meats and cheeses.

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Located off of Main Street in Travelers Rest, this local brewhouse gives you one more reason to cruise (responsibly!) down the Swamp Rabbit. With a taproom offering classics (try the easy-drinking American pale ale) and fresh brews (the Belgian-style farm ale is a golden dream) as well as frequent food truck visits, this brewery is sure to become your favorite place to cap off a Saturday afternoon.

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BREWERY 85

Named for Greenville’s favorite freeway, this microbrew is attracting outsized attention with their eclectic collection of craft brews.

From the crisp GVL IPA to the malty Howdy Dunkel, Brewery 85 combines Southern style with the best of German brew techniques.

Trek to the taproom for their latest lagers; well-mannered kids and canines welcome.

6 Whitlee Ct. (864) 558-0104, brewery85.com THE COMMUNITY TAP

THOMAS CREEK BREWERY

The Thomas Creek brand has been a familiar feature on the Greenville libation lineup for more than ten years, but a visit to the home of the River Falls Red Ale or Trifecta IPA is well worth the trip. Fill up on your favorite Thomas Creek brew in the tasting room, or soak up some sun (and hops!) on the brewery’s patio.

Tours available by appointment.

2054 Piedmont Hwy. (864) 605-1166, thomascreekbeer.com

Convenience, expertise, and great atmosphere collide at The Community Tap, Greenville’s neighborhood craft beer and wine shop. Choose from their extensive selection—more than 180 local, national, and international brews—or have a glass or two from one of their ever-rotating taps.

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LIBERTY TAP ROOM BAR & GRILL

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217 Wade Hampton Blvd. (864) 631-2525, thecommunitytap.com

Located next to Fluor Field, Liberty Tap Room Bar & Grill is both pre-game watering hole and after-work hangout. Dinner choices

We all know a well-crafted cocktail can make your spirits soar, but a glass at this dignified drinkery will leave you nine stories high, literally. With it’s classic cocktails, local craft brews, and unique wine varieties, this rooftop bar brings a heightened experience to downtown’s Embassy Suites. Graze on small plates and soak in some of the Upstate’s most scenic vistas. $-$$, L, D. 250 RiverPlace. (864)

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Augusta, Upstate Craft Beer Co. is hoppy hour heaven. Not only do they feature the best local and national brews on tap, this beer joint offers home brewsters all the gear and ‘gredients needed to craft their own ale-inspired inventions. Makes sure to try a naan pizza from the in-house kitchen.

400 Augusta St. (864) 609-4590, upstatecraftbeer.com UNIVERSAL JOINT

Everyone needs a neighborhood bar.

Where better to cheer (or heckle mercilessly) with your friends? This hangout is within walking distance of North Main, featuring a covered outdoor patio and rollup garage doors. Rotating bottle and draft selections and plenty of outdoor seating keep things fresh. $-$$, L, D. 300 E Stone

Ave. (864) 252-4055, ujgreenville.com THE VELO FELLOW

Cozy in a funky way, this hip pub is right under the Mellow Mushroom. The menu has burgers, sandwiches, fish and chips, shepherd’s pie, falafels, and more. In addition to craft brews on tap, the Velo Fellow offers traditional absinthe service, complete with a silver-plated brouilleur.

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What makes it so cool and breezy at our gorgeous mountain getaway? Of course, air pressure decreases as altitude increases. More importantly, though, we’d like to point out that the pressures of everyday life also decrease as you wind your way up to Linville.

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$-$$$, L, D, SBR. 1 Augusta St, Ste 126.

(864) 242-9296, thevelofellow.com

BREAKFAST/LUNCH THE BOHEMIAN CAFÉ

Treat taste buds and ears at the Bohemian Café, side-by-side with the legendary Horizon Records. This eclectic café with an international flair serves curry and pasta, and for Sunday brunch, treat yourself to a Bloody Mary bar, or indulge your sweet tooth with a slice of homemade rum cake.

$$, L, D, SBR. Closed Monday.

2 W Stone Ave. (864) 233-0006, thebohemiancafe.com CHICORA ALLEY

Chicora Alley’s Caribbean riff on traditional Mexican and Southern fare offers signature crab cakes or mountain-high nachos, shrimp and chicken burritos, quesadillas, and more.

Be sure to drop by on Sundays for brunch. $-$$$, L, D, SBR. Closed Monday.

608-B S Main St. (864) 232-4100, chicoraalley.com EGGS UP GRILL

If your name has “eggs” in it, you’d better know your eggs. Eggs Up Grill doesn’t disappoint. From classic over-easy eggs to Patty-o-Sullivan omelets (grilled corned beef hash with melted swiss cheese), this breakfast joint has you covered. Not a fan of eggs? Try classic diner fare like pancakes, waffles, burgers, and French toast. $-$$. B, L. 31 Augusta St. (864) 520-2005, eggsupgrill.com THE GREEN ROOM

The Green Room has a revamped menu, which presents Southern fare and American cuisine with a bent towards sustainably raised meat and fish, as well as local produce. Try the pan-seared New York duck breast with rainbow Swiss chard, beech mushrooms, sweet potato purée, and cherry Cognac glacé, or the wild-caught shrimp and grits, with local Adluh Mills grits, pepper confetti, Andouille sausage, charred okra, and a shellfish broth. $$-$$$, L, D, SBR. 116 N Main St. (864) 335-8222 HAPPY & HALE

Based out of Raleigh, the healthy eatery’s first SC location offers diners a diverse menu of made-to-order salads, bowls, smoothies, juices, and breakfast items crafted from wholesome, all-natural ingredients. Try the “Incredibowl” packed

with pumpkin seeds, black beans, avocado, golden quinoa, dino kale, and lemon tahini dressing, paired with an Almond Brothers smoothie. $$, B, L, D. 600 S Main St.

happyandhale.com MARY BETH’S

Breakfast is an essential meal, and Mary Beth’s treats it accordingly. Take your pick: biscuits, omelets, eggs Benedict, waffles, crepes, and pancakes populate the breakfast menu. Or don’t pick—get the Mega Breakfast for a hearty menu sampling. For something later in the day, Mary Beth’s also has lunch and dinner menus that include sandwiches, rack of lamb, and salmon.

$$-$$$, B, L, D (Thurs–Sat). 500 E McBee Ave. (864) 242-2535, marybethsatmcbee.com MARY’S AT FALLS COTTAGE

Located in historic Falls Cottage, Mary’s offers brunch and lunch with a charm perfect for leisurely weekends. The menu includes the ultimate Reuben and quiches, as well as Southern comfort favorites like the Fountain Inn salad and hot chicken salad. $-$$, L, SBR. Closed Monday. 615 S Main St. (864) 298-0005, fallscottage.com TANDEM CREPERIE & COFFEEHOUSE

Tandem lures Swamp Rabbit cyclists with aromas of Counter Culture Coffee and a happy stomach guarantee. Try the lumberjack (cornmeal crepe, ham, bacon, eggs, cheese, bechamel, and maple syrup) or the tasty banana nut crepe. Stuck between savory and sweet? Split one of each with a friend in the Tandem spirit: “Together is best.” $, B, L, SBR. 2 S Main St, Travelers Rest.

(864) 610-2245, tandemcc.com TUPELO HONEY CAFÉ

Big Southern charm comes in forms of steaming hot biscuits at Tupelo Honey.

Indulge in sweet potato pancakes (topped with pecans and peach butter of course), available all day, or try a mouthwatering sandwich like the Southern fried chicken BLT with maple-peppered bacon. $$, B, L, D. 1 N Main St, Ste T. (864) 451-6200, tupelohoneycafe.com

CAFÉS BEX CAFÉ AND JUICE BAR

Healthy and hearty join forces at this West End juice bar. Find fresh fare in their organic salads, as well as their fruit and veggie-rich juice varieties; or sink your teeth into something a little more solid.

Their sausage, egg, and cheese bagel will not disappoint, with gluten-free options available, of course.

$, B, L. 820 S Main St #104. (864) 552-1509, bex.cafe COFFEE UNDERGROUND

Coffee Underground boasts a wide selection of specialty coffees, adult libations, and dreamy desserts like the peanut butter pie with graham cracker crust and a peanut butter and vanilla mousse. If you’re craving more substantial fare, choose from a splendid breakfast-anytime option, sandwiches, soups, salads, and more. $-$$, B, L, D, SBR. 1 E Coffee St. (864) 298-0494, coffeeunderground.info METHODICAL COFFEE

Whether it’s the white marble countertops or the gleaming chrome Slayer espresso machine, Methodical is a coffee bar built for taste. Coffee guru Will Shurtz, designer Marco Suarez, and hotelier David Baker ensure there’s plenty of substance to go with style. With single-origin espressos, house-made shrub sodas, and homemade treats, there’s plenty to rave about. $-$$, B, L, D. 101 N Main St, Ste D. methodicalcoffee.com

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O-CHA TEA BAR

A trip to O-CHA will have you considering tea in an entirely new light. This sleek space, located right on the river in Falls Park, specializes in bubble tea—flavored teas with chewy tapioca pearls. For a more intense cooling experience, try the mocha ice cream.

The dessert combines the chewy Japanese confection (a soft, pounded sticky rice cake) with ice cream fillings in fun flavors: tiramisu, green tea chocolate, mango, and more.

SULLY’S STEAMERS

When considering the perfect sandwich, steam isn’t the first (or even last) thing to come to mind. For Robert Sullivan, hot air is the key to handheld nirvana. With a smorgasbord of ingredients like cut meats, veggies, and homemade cream cheeses, Sully’s serves bagel sandwiches piping hot and always fresh.

$, B, L, D. 300 River St, Ste 122.

(864) 283-6702, ochateabaronline.com

$, B, L, D (closed Sunday evenings).

Open until 3am on Friday & Saturday.

6 E Washington St. (864) 509-6061, sullyssteamers.com

SOUTHERN PRESSED JUICERY

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A healthy-eaters haven, Southern Pressed Juicery offers super-food fans organic, coldpressed juice from the freshest fruits and veggies around. And if you’re looking for something a little more robust than liquid goodness, grab a power-packed energy bowl—the latest and greatest being the Dragon Blood. This hot-pink concoction is based with a creamy mixture of dragon fruit, almond milk, and banana, then layered with buckwheat granola, raw honey, coconut chips, kiwi, and bee pollen. $-$$, B, L. 2 W. Washington St. (864) 729-8626, southernpressedjuicery.com

SWAMP RABBIT CAFÉ AND GROCERY

Grocery store, neighborhood café. Local produce, delicious food. These intersections are what make the Swamp Rabbit Café a staple. Biking to work? Stop by for breakfast and enjoy fresh-baked scones and muffins made with King Arthur Artisan flour, or enjoy a specialty sandwich on house-baked stecca.

Drop by on the weekends for SRC’s woodfired pizza and brews.

$, B, L. 205 Cedar Lane Rd. (864) 255-3385, swamprabbitcafe.com THE VILLAGE GRIND

Tucked between art galleries in the heart of Pendleton Street, the Village Grind is essential for Greenville coffee lovers. Emphasizing community, the coffeehouse uses all things local—from milk and syrups to beans from Due South Coffee. Enjoy drinks with friends on the Mid-Century couch or solo at the palletinspired window bar. $, B, L. 1263 Pendleton St. (864) 915-8600

DELIS & SANDWICHES CAVIAR & BANANAS

A Charleston-based fresh-food fantasy, Caviar & Bananas has answered Greenville’s gourmet prayers with a whopping selection of salads, sandwiches, and baked goods galore, not to mention a fine selection of beer and wine. But don’t miss weekend brunch!

We suggest the B.E.L.T.: bacon duo, fried egg, arugula, tomato, and black pepper aioli, on grilled sourdough bread. $-$$, B, L, D, SBR. 1 N Laurens St. (864) 235-0404, caviarandbananas.com RICK’S DELI & MARKET

For a filling, gourmet lunch on the go, the artisanal sandwiches and salads at this West End deli hit the spot. Try the Classic Reuben, with corned beef piled high on toasted marbled rye with sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and Russian dressing, or the Rick’s Chopped Salad, with turkey, bacon, and ham. For dinner, fish and chips, herb-crusted salmon, and chicken piccata make the cut.

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$-$$, B, L, D. Closed Sunday.

644 N Main St, Ste 107. (864) 370-9336, twochefscafeandmarket.com

864-991-8748

ETHNIC ASADA

Vibrant Latin culture comes to Greenville by way of ASADA. Grab a bite of Latin flavor with the chayote rellenos de camarones (a Nicaraguan dish of chayotes stuffed with sautéed shrimp in creamy spicy ChipotleGuajillo suace); or see a trans-Pacific collaboration at work with the chicken karaage taco, which features Japanese-style fried chicken and a Latin-Asian slaw. $-$$. Closed Sunday & Monday.

903 Wade Hampton Blvd. (864)-770-3450, asadarestaurant.com BANGKOK THAI CUISINE

Bangkok Thai makes a standout version of pad Thai, everyone’s favorite noodles. The curries are a surefire hit, though the green Sidewall_qtrS_TOWN Jun17.indd curry is the only one made from fresh chilies.

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$$, L, D. Closed Sunday. 605 Haywood Rd. (864) 458-7866, bangkokgreenville.com HANDI INDIAN CUISINE

At lunch, sample items from a reasonably priced buffet with choices that change daily.

Try the Handi Special: a sampler of tandoori chicken, lamb kabobs, lamb or chicken curry, and vegetable korma, served with basmati rice, naan, and dessert. $$-$$$, L, D. 18 N Main St. (864) 241-7999, handiindiancuisine.net IRASHIAI SUSHI PUB & JAPANESE RESTAURANT

Splashes of red and lime green play off the blend of traditional and modern influences at this sushi restaurant. Chef and owner Keichi Shimizu exhibits mastery over his domain at the bar, but also playfully blends modern-American elements into his menu.

Soleil Moon Frye fans should give the Punky Brewster roll a try: tuna, mango, hot sauce, and Panko topped with spicy crab salad and unagi sauce. $$, L, D. 115 Pelham Rd. (864) 271-0900, irashiai.com JI-ROZ

Located around the corner from Carl Sobocinski’s restaurant, Soby’s on the Side adds speed and efficiency to high-quality food. From BBQ Monday to Grilled Cheese Wednesday, add a spontaneous element to your lunch, or enjoy a hot breakfast.

$-$$, B, L. Closed Sunday. 22 E Court St. (864) 271-8431, sobysontheside.com

$$, L, D, SBR. 644 N. Main St #100, Greenville.

(864) 373-9445, jirozgreenvillesc.com

SOBY’S ON THE SIDE

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Count on this deli for fast, high-quality food, from homemade soups to a traditional grinder and a turkey melt. Grab “crafted carryout” entrées and sides, or impress last-minute guests with roasted turkey and Parmesan potatoes. Choose from the daily menu, or check back for daily specials.

The delicacy of Mediterranean cuisine greets Greenville at Main + Stone’s latest food joint, Ji-roz (YEE-ros). With its abundance of natural light, ocean blue decor, and authentic Grecian pottery, this farm-to-table concept transports patrons straight to the Santorini seaside. Do dinner tapas-style with a variety of small plates, or go straight for the gyro, complete with a fluffy pita wrap, tzatziki, tomatoes, onions, fries and your meat of preference.

$-$$, L, D. Closed Sunday. 101 Falls Park Dr. (864) 312-9060, rickerwins.com

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KIMCHEE KOREAN RESTAURANT

Kimchee’s kimchi keeps locals coming back. Try the Kalbi short ribs (marinated in soy sauce, onions, and sesame seeds) or bibimbap (served in a hot stone bowl for crispy rice). All dishes come with ban chan, side dishes that include kimchi, japchae (glass noodles), marinated tofu, and more.

$$-$$$, L, D. Closed Sunday.

1939 Woodruff Rd Ste B. (864) 534-1061, kimcheekoreanrestaurant.com MEKONG

Chef Huy Tran delivers the nuances of fine Vietnamese cuisine at Mekong.

Favorites include the grilled pork vermicelli: marinated pork, lettuce, cucumber, bean sprouts, mint, cilantro, peanuts, crispy shallots, and sauce. For textural variation, try the broken rice platter: julienned pork, grilled pork chop, and steamed pork omelet over broken rice. $, L, D. Closed Monday. 2013 Wade Hampton Blvd. (864) 244-1314, mekongrestaurantgreenville.com MENKOI RAMEN HOUSE

Can you say umami? Located on Woodruff Road with a second shop now on North Main, this Japanese noodle house offers an exquisite ramen experience that will have you wondering why you ever settled for the dorm room packet version. Start with the rice balls or edamame, then dive into the Shoyu ramen—marinated pork, bean sprouts, spinach, green onions, nori, and a boiled egg bathe in a soy-based broth. $, L, D. 1860 Woodruff Rd, Ste C, and 243 N Main St, Greenville. (864) 288-5659 YELLOW GINGER ASIAN KITCHEN

Here, Chef Alex Wong and wife Dorothy Lee have managed to reinvent the conventional. Start off with the homemade pot stickers, or dive right into the soulsatisfying mee goreng, with fresh lo mein noodles, tofu, bean sprouts, green onions, and shrimp with an unctuous soy tomato chili sauce then topped with a fried egg. $-$$, L, D. Closed Monday.

2100 Poinsett Hwy, Ste J. (864) 605-7551, yellowgingerasian.com

EUROPEAN ARYANA

The enticing aroma of Afghan cuisine delivers savory satisfaction at this local lunch spot. Chef Nelo Mayar brings her favorite fare from hometown Kabul to Greenville eaters—think succulent lamb kabobs and meat-filled steamed dumplings, sweet potato burhani and root-veggie rich soups. To spice things up, the menu changes daily, but expect to find two plates of rice, meat, and veggies offered. $, L. 210 E Coffee St. (864) 236-7410, aryanagreenville.com DAVANI’S RESTAURANT

Heaping portions and a menu that mixes inventive flavors with customer favorites make Davani’s a Greenville mainstay.

The friendly staff doesn’t hurt, either. Try the Muscovy duck, pan-seared with port wine and a sundried cherry demi-glacé, or the veal Oscar, topped with crab meat, asparagus, and hollandaise. $$$-$$$$, D. Closed Sunday.

1922 Augusta St, Ste 111A. (864) 373-9013, davanisrestaurant.com THE LAZY GOAT

The Lazy Goat’s tapas-style menu is distinctly Mediterranean. Sample from the Graze and Nibble dishes, such as the crispy Brussels sprouts with Manchego shavings and sherry glacé. For a unique entrée, try the duck confit pizza with a sour cherry vinaigrette and a farm egg. An extensive variety of wines is available in

addition to a full bar.

$$-$$$, L, D. Closed Sunday. 170 River Pl. (864) 679-5299, thelazygoat.com PASSERELLE BISTRO

Gaze over the lush Falls Park scenery while enjoying French-inspired cuisine. Make a lunch date to enjoy lthe arugula salad or bistro burger with caramelized leeks and mushrooms, arugula, Gruyere, and garlic aioli. At night, the bistro serves up romance à la Paris, with items like escargot and mussels. Don’t miss brunch on the weekend. $$-$$$, L (Mon–Fri), D (Mon–Sun), SBR (Sat–Sun). 601 S Main St. (864) 509-0142, passerelleinthepark.com PITA HOUSE

The Pita House has been family-operated since 1989. Inside, it’s bare bones, but the cognoscenti come here for tasty Middle Eastern fare such as hummus, falafel, kibbeh, and shwarma. And save room for baklava and other Mediterranean sweets for dessert. Also, check out the little grocery in the back of the restaurant for some homemade inspiration. $, L, D. Closed Sunday. 495 S Pleasantburg Dr, #B. (864) 271-9895, pitahousesc.com POMEGRANATE ON MAIN

Pomegranate serves traditional Persian cuisine in an eclectic Eastern ambience.

Attentive service, reasonable prices, and a flavorful variety, such as the slow-cooked lamb shank or the charbroiled Cornish hen kabobs, make this an excellent spot for lunch or dinner. Be sure to sample from the martini menu at the aquamarine-tiled bar, or head outside to the street-side patio facing Main. $$-$$$, L, D. Closed Sunday.

618 S Main St. (864) 241-3012, pomegranateonmain.com RISTORANTE BERGAMO

Ristorante Bergamo, open since 1986, focuses on fresh produce and Northern Italian cuisine: fresh mussels sautéed in olive oil, garlic, and white wine, veal with homegrown organic herbs, and pasta creations such as linguine with shrimp and mussels. The bar fronts 14-foot windows along Main Street, making it a prime location for enjoying a glass while people-watching. $$$, D. Closed Sunday

& Monday. 100 N Main St. (864) 271-8667, ristorantebergamo.com THE TRAPPE DOOR

A rathskeller vibe pervades this underground tavern that boasts an incredible beer program, with 10 on tap and more than 150 bottles. Belgian specialties include waterzooi (a creamy seafood stew) and carbonnades flamandes (beef stew braised in Belgian beer). For dessert—you guessed it—Belgian waffles are the ticket. $$, L, D. Closed Monday.

23 W Washington St. (864) 451-7490, trappedoor.com

FOOD TRUCKS AUTOMATIC TACO

Since 2015, this taco truck has delivered new wonders and old favorites. Owner Nick Thomas treats the tortilla as a work of art, with the likes of Nashville Hot Chicken or Thai Shrimp with fried avocado stuffed into soft shells. Sides like the Brussels sprouts are must adds. Don’t miss a chance to reinvent your taste buds—check the Automatic Taco’s Facebook page for their weekly schedule. $. Schedule varies. (404) 372-2266, facebook.com/automatictaco

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CHUCK TRUCK

Chuck’s burgers explode with intense flavors delivered by local ingredients. Treat yourself to a pimento cheeseburger and fries, or salute our Cajun neighbors with the truck’s signature N’awlins burger—a fresh-ground beef patty served with andouille sausage, peppers, onions, and applewood-smoked white cheddar, topped with the Chuck Truck’s very own herb aioli. $. Schedule varies. (864) 884-3592, daveschucktruck.com ELLADA KOUZINA

Greek cuisine hits the Greenville scene in this big blue traveling kitchen. Traditional treats are always available off the spit, the lamb and chicken gyros are Mediterranean heaven, and their special take on Greek fries are the ideal pre-meal snack. Check social media for weekly schedules and booking opportunities. $. Schedule varies. (864) 908-5698, facebook.com/elladakouzina2013 ROBINO’S

Chef Robin’s vision of freshly sourced fare with a home-cooked feel comes to fruition in Robino’s Food Truck. Though mainly featuring Italian food, this truck shucks out a wide variety of American classics, such as the chicken potpie with puff pastry or the garden burger. For those with dietary limitations, the vegan lasagna is a great go-to option. $, Schedule varies. (864) 621 3064, robinosfoodtruck.com THOROUGHFARE FOOD TRUCK

From culinary school to the streets of Greenville, Neil and Jessica Barley have made it their mission to bring people together through food. Not only has Thoroughfare proved that tater tots can be eaten with every meal (their disco tots are topped with white cheddar gravy), they’ve driven their way into our hearts. With your tots, try a meatloaf sandwich: a thick slice of meatloaf topped with homemade pimiento cheese and served between two slices of grilled ciabatta bread. $. Schedule varies. (864) 735-8413, thoroughfarefoodtruck.com

PIZZA BARLEY’S TAPROOM & PIZZERIA

Pizza and beer—flowing from more than 27 taps downstairs and another 31 upstairs—are what bring students and young revelers to Barley’s. Besides the tap, there’s a list as long as your arm of selections by the bottle. Try the classic New York–style pizzas, or go for one of Barley’s specialty pies. Afterwards, make your way upstairs to the billiards tables and the dartboard lanes. $-$$, L, D. 25 W Washington St. (864) 2323706, barleysgville.com COASTAL CRUST

This Charleston-based catering joint graces the Greenville scene with artisan, Neapolitan-style pizza pies. Served out of a turquoise ’55 Chevy tow truck, the pies are baked in a wood-fired brick oven and topped with local produce from Reedy River farms. Stick with the classic margarita pie, or branch out with the red Russian kale and Gorgonzola, sprinkled with almond pieces and drizzled in olive oil. Location information and renting opportunities are available on their website. $, L, D. Location varies. (843) 654-9606, coastalcrustgreenville.com SIDEWALL PIZZA COMPANY

Located in a renovated tire shop on the main drag of Travelers Rest, on Cleveland Street downtown, and now on Pelham Road, this pizza joint is a fast favorite with its handcrafted, brick-oven pies made from local ingredients. But their salads are nothing to ignore, not to mention dessert: the homemade ice cream will make you forget about those

fellas named Ben & Jerry.

$$, L, D. Closed Sunday & Monday.

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Serving both Neapolitan– and New York–style pizzas, the latest edition to the corner of Stone and Park avenues is no pie in the sky. Ideal for a classic family outing or catching the game with a few friends (beer, sports, and pizza, amirite?), STONE and its fire-inspired pies are crafted with house-made mozzarella, San Marzano tomatoes, Caputo flour, and baked for a flat minute in their wood fire oven.

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$$, L (Sat & Sun), D. 500 E Park Ave. (864) 609-4490, stonepizzacompany.com VIC’S PIZZA

The sign that says “Brooklyn, SC” at this walk-up/take-out joint makes sense when you see what you’re getting: piping hot New York–style pizza, served on paper plates.

Purchase by the (rather large) slice, or have entire pies delivered (as long as your home or business is within three miles). $, L, D. Closed Sunday & Monday.

12 E Coffee St. (864) 232-9191, vicspizza4u.com

TACOS CANTINA 76

Tex-Mex has a new home in Greenville with the addition of Cantina 76. Although ripe with golden-brown chimichangas and zesty enchiladas, the menu’s real star is the taco selection. Play it safe with classic handhelds like fried tilapia and ground beef with lettuce, tomatoes, and shredded cheese, or turn up the heat with fried chicken doused with jalapeño aioli. $, L, D. 103 N Main St.

(864) 631-2914, cantina76.com FARMHOUSE TACOS

Hand-crafted and locally sourced, this TR taco joint is the love child of Mexican cuisine and Southern soul food. Start the meal with a few small plates—try the fried green tomatoes with pimento cheese or the panseared crab cakes—then dig into pure taco bliss with the Travelers Rest hot chicken or the fried catfish with tartar sauce. Go a little lighter with a farm-fresh salad, and end with a mouthful of campfire s’mores. $, L, D, SBR. 164 S Main St, Travelers Rest. (864) 610-0586, farmhousetacos.com

PAPI’S TACOS

Table 301 plankowner Jorge “Papi” Baralles brings family tradition and the familiar childhood flavors of Cuautla, Mexico, to this walk-up taqueria on the Reedy River. The menu is short and to the point. Get your tacos with shrimp, barbacoa, al pastor, carne asada, carnitas, or chicken and chorizo, or sample some gelato in the display case.

Get in, get out, and enjoy Falls Park. $$, L, D. 300 River St. (864) 373-7274, eatpapistacos.com WILLY TACO

Much like its Spartanburg-based sister, Greenville’s Willy Taco is a straight-up Mexican fiesta! Housed in the former Feed & Seed, the animated atmosphere pairs perfectly with their festive food presentation. Choose from a variety of taco flavors; we suggest the crispy avocado—tempura-battered avocado, sweet chili sauce, shaved cabbage, toasted sesame seed, pico, and house crema—topped off with one of their house-crafted margaritas.

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May 31–June 25, Tues–Thurs, 7:30pm; Fri, 8pm; Sat, 2pm & 8pm; Sun, 1pm & 6:30pm. $35-$95. The Peace Center.

Get an extra dose of hakuna matata at this Broadway smash that needs no introduction. There’s a reason it is the highest-grossing Broadway musical in history.

Thru June 10 SPRING AWAKENING It’s a time of raging hormones, swift adulthood, and unanswered questions for a group of teenagers growing up in nineteenth-century Germany.

The powerful musical, adapted from German playwright Frank Wedekind’s play of the same title, has been lauded for its powerful study of relationships and sexuality. Underscored by a gripping folk-rock songbook, Awakening ain’t your Grandma’s talk on the birds and bees.

The Warehouse Theatre, 37 Augusta St, Greenville. $35. (864) 235-6948, warehousetheatre.com

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Hwy, Travelers Rest. Alternate Thursdays, June 1–Aug 10, 7–9pm. $160. email: tim@ timdaviscreations.com

THE UPSTATE SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL: A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM Greenville’s yearly Bard-a-thon returns for another season of al fresco performance with this timeless comedy. It’s a tale of unrequited love, fairy magic, and pansy juice blunders when the lives of Shakespeare’s characters become imminently intertwined in the woodland. Helena loves Demetrius, Demetrius loves Hermia, Hermia loves Lysander, Lysander loves Hermia . . . or does Lysander love Helena? It’s a love triangle for the ages that will leave you wondering whether it was all just a dream.

Falls Park on the Reedy, Greenville. Thurs–Sun, 7pm.

Free. (864) 235-6948, warehousetheatre.com

Thru June 25 THE LION KING

Admit it: you still get chills when you hear the opening lyrics to “Circle of Life.” Since its Broadway debut 20 years ago, the movie-based, Tony Award–winning musical has become an international sensation, leaving

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SUMMER WRITING CLASS audiences awestruck by the outstanding live-action narrative, colorful costuming, vibrant set design, and striking visual elements. And with a band of creators that include Elton John, Julie Taymor, Tim Rice, and Garth Fagan, there’s no way you won’t feel the love for The Lion King tonight.

The Peace Center, 300 S Main St, Greenville. Tues–Thurs, 7:30pm; Fri, 8pm; Sat, 2pm & 8pm; Sun, 1pm & 6:30pm. $35-$95. (864) 467-3000, peacecenter.org

If you’re hankering to join the ranks of the great Dr. Seuss, Roald Dahl, or J.K. Rowling, a summer writing class might just do the trick.

Melinda Young, author of How I Became a Pirate, and Tim Davis, author and Highlights illustrator, will lead a six-session course at My Sister’s Store in Travelers Rest to finetune your writing ambitions. Students should come with a completed firstdraft manuscript to hand in at the beginning of the class. Writers who are also illustrators should bring in samples, as well.

My Sister’s Store, 104 S Poinsett

Pop into Taylors Mill for a little onestop shopping. Staples of the weekly market include vendors peddling everything from farm-fresh produce to artisan goods, in addition to tasty food truck options and live music.

This year will also see the addition of seasonal festivals, beginning with a spring festival in May, summer harvest in August, and a fall version in October.

Taylors Mill, 250 Mill St, Taylors.

Thurs, 4–8pm. Free. taylorsfarmers.market

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GREENVILLE DRIVE BASEBALL There are few things more American than sipping a cold beer while hundreds of screaming children try to ambush a giant frog named Reedy Rip’it. But there are also few better ways to while away the warm days than watching the home team at Fluor Field. Baseball is America’s pastime for

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a reason, and cheering on the Drive as they take on teams from Charleston to Florida is sure to become your family’s favorite pastime.

Fluor Field at the West End, 945 S Main St, Greenville. Times vary.

Visit website for ticket pricing. greenvilledrive.com

Thru Oct 28 TD SATURDAY MARKET Known as the second-most wonderful time of the year, TD’s annual downtown market is the place to stock up on seasonal produce, plants, baked goods, meats, and cheeses—all while supporting regional farmers. There’s freshly-baked banana bread, handmade spreads, pottery, organic fruits and veggies, and pickled treats. And with great chef demonstrations, you’ll know just what to do with all your goodies once you get in the kitchen.

Downtown Greenville. Sat, 8am– 12:30pm. Free. (864) 467-4494, saturdaymarketlive.com

ANNUAL SC 1–16 50TH FESTIVAL OF FLOWERS

This two-week celebration of allthings-flora is loaded with events for all types of plant lovers; whether ye be an amateur gardener or an experienced grower, this festival has something for you. In addition to garden tours, topiary displays, and social luncheons, the festival offers hands-on activities that include tennis tournaments, wine walks, arts and crafts receptions, and even an aviation expo.

Greenwood. Times vary. Prices vary. scfestivalofflowers.org

1–July 27 MOONLIGHT MOVIES

Settle down under the night sky with the entire family to enjoy great feature films throughout the summer. Get there early on Thursday nights to partake in some pre-show rituals, including children’s activities, dancing, door prizes, and much more!

Greer City Park, 301 E Poinsett St, Greer. Thurs, 6–10:30pm. Free. cityofgreer.org

2–25 HAIRSPRAY Shake, shimmy, and jive

with the nicest kids in town! The film-turned-hit-Broadway-musical stars

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Tracy Turnblad, a Baltimore teenager whose inflated bouffant is matched only by the size of her . . . er . . . dreams. When Tracy lands the gig of a lifetime on the Corny Collins Show, she is thrust hair-first into an Ultra Clutch– haze of racial tensions, conniving producers, and one overbearing mama.

But with the help of her friends—and a few killer dance moves—Tracy soon discovers that there’s no task that a little hairspray can’t handle.

Greenville Little Theatre, 444 College St, Greenville.

Thurs–Sat, 8pm; Sun, 3pm.

(864) 233-6238, greenvillelittletheatre.org

AWAY DOWN SOUTH 2 AWAY, EXHIBIT RECEPTION Away, Away Down South is not an upcoming Southern Gothic novel. But, as an exhibition, it does exemplify the genre’s sinister stories in visual form through the artwork of Andrew Blanchard and Eliot Dudik. Join the RIVERWORKS Gallery for its First Friday Artists’ Reception and explore Dudik’s photographic portraits of Civil War battle reenactments as well as Blanchard’s layered screen prints from his Dixie Totem series. The exhibition will be on display through Sunday, June 25, and frankly, my dear, it’s one you don’t want to miss.

RIVERWORKS Gallery, 300 River St, Ste 202, Greenville. Fri, 6–9pm.

(864) 271-0679, glvtec.edu/dva

MUSIC 3–24 2017 IN THE PARK

Congratulations—you finally have a good use for all those folding lawn chairs collecting dust in the garage.

The Amphitheater at Trailblazer Park is set to host a versatile collection of musical guests throughout the warm months, offering the perfect distraction for those lazy summer nights. This month’s billing belongs to Honey & the Hot Rods, Retro Vertigo, Hot as a Pepper, and an evening of Motown classics. Food trucks, craft beer, and wine will also be on-site.

Trailblazer Park, 235 Trailblazer Dr, Travelers Rest. Sat, 6–10pm. Free. trailblazerpark.com

SIMON 4 PAUL Name a more iconic duo than Simon & Garfunkel—we’ll wait.

HAIRSPRAY June 2–25; Thurs–Sat, 8pm; Sun, 3pm.

Greenville Little Theatre.

Teased-up teen Tracy Turnblad takes a turn on a hit show, and things hit the can, er, fan. But life isn’t as hard as it seems when you know how to move.

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June 9; Fri, 7:30pm. $31–$80.

Charleston Gaillard Center.

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Whether he’s crooning about a wily housewife named Mrs. Robinson or asking you to call him Al, Paul Simon has earned his stripes as both singer and songwriter. Although the recipient of the Kennedy Center Honors and Rock and Roll Hall of Famer experienced a string of top hits throughout the 1970s and ’80s, Simon is no stranger to twenty-firstcentury fans; 2016’s Stranger to Stranger album opened at #3 on the Billboard 200, proving that he’s still crazy after all these years.

Heritage Park Amphitheatre, 861 SE Main St, Simpsonville.

Sun, 8pm. $35–$130.

(864) 757-3022, heritageparkamphitheatre.com

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SCANSOURCE REEDY RIVER CONCERTS

Amassing a number of genres over only a few weeks, the annual concert series is an ideal spot for families and music lovers alike. Past lineups include a medley of musical stylings, including works by True Blues, Mystic Vibrations, Hott Gritz, and many more.

South Carolina summer nights are sure to be warm this year, but with this array of musical talent, things are guaranteed to get even hotter.

TD Stage at the Peace Center,

Rhiannon Giddens, formerly of the old-time string band Carolina Chocolate Drops, brings her brand of Americana to Charleston’s Spoleto Festival USA.

300 S Main St, Greenville.

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Powerhouse headliner for string band Carolina Chocolate Drops, Rhiannon Giddens joins Spoleto’s 2017 lineup of talent-packed performances. A prodigious combination of classical skill and folksy instinct, Giddens’s vocals and fiddle finesse revive timehonored favorites like Dolly Parton’s “Don’t Trouble Your Mind” and Blu Cantrell’s R&B bombshell “Hit ’Em Up Style.” Giddens’s Spoleto appearance will preview songs from her latest album, Freedom Highway.

Charleston Gaillard Center, 95 Calhoun St, Charleston.

Fri, 7:30pm. $31-$80.

(843) 579-3100, spoletousa.org

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9–11 NORTHEAST GEORGIA ARTS TOUR

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out “Don’t Stop Believin’” in a dive bar at 3 a.m., have you really even lived?

Starting with the release of Infinity in 1978, Journey has amassed eight multi-platinum albums, eighteen Top40 singles, and one album certified Diamond. Now fronted by Arnel Pineda—a result of the band’s 2007 YouTube hunt for a new lead singer— Journey is celebrating their recent induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, proving that the wheel in the sky really does keep on turnin’.

Bon Secours Wellness Arena, 650 N Academy St, Greenville. Sun, 7:30pm. $35-$125. (864) 241-3800, bonsecoursarena.com

Long before the first Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show—does anyone else think it’s pretty cruel to air that during the holiday binge-eating season?—one black seamstress was chasing her hopes in New York City. From her boarding-house workshop, Esther meticulously crafts dainty delicates for the city’s upper crust and the lessthan-moral women of the evening.

But when a strange man begins corresponding to her through letters, the lovelorn Esther soon finds there may be more than one wrinkle in the fabric of her dreams.

Centre Stage, 501 River St, Greenville. Thurs–Sat, 8pm; Sun, 3pm. $15-$30. (864) 233-6733, centrestage.org

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A) wear out your children and B) upstage a few puppets and toddlers with your “running man” rendition, then do we have an activity for you.

Join Elmo, Abby Cadabby, and the rest of the gang as they greet Grover’s new friend Chamki, who traveled all the way from India to visit the world’s longtime favorite ’hood. There’s dancing, singing, and cookies—what SESAME STREET LIVE! June 16–18; Fri, 10:30am; Sat, 10:30am & 2pm; Sun, 3pm. $18–$55.

Bon Secours Wellness Arena.

Bring the kids to everyone’s favorite neighborhood for dancing, singing, and cookieeating as the gang meets Grover’s new friend Chamki.

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the sea. There’s sand. There’s seagulls.

It’s basically a Corona commercial out there. That’s what it’s like listening to the laid-back dudes known as the Dirty Heads. The California sextet became a household name when “Lay Me Down” became a smash hit single in 2010, and quickly followed up on that success with the release of four more studio albums. Reggae group

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might want to detour for a glass of Chardonnay at one of the area’s multiple wine-and-dine establishments.

Habersham, White, and Rabun counties, location varies.

Fri–Sun. Free. (706) 947-1351, artstoursaturday.com

SOJA will also headline the summer tour, with RDGLDGRN, and The Green as special guests.

Heritage Park Amphitheatre, 861 SE Main St, Simpsonville.

Sun, 6:30pm. $35. (864) 757-3022, heritageparkamphitheatre.com

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Bon Secours Wellness Arena, 650 N Academy St, Greenville.

Fri, 10:30am; Sat, 10:30am & 2pm; Sun, 3pm. $18-$55. (864) 241-3800, bonsecoursarena.com

16–25 CHAUTAUQUA HISTORY ALIVE!

Taking place across the Upstate, Chautauqua hosts a series of free shows that feature some of the country’s most talented historical interpreters. This year’s theme, “The Power of Words,” puts you up and close and personal with some of history’s greatest authors and influential speakers, including civil rights activist Cesar Chavez, poet Maya Angelou, news anchor Walter Cronkite, President Abraham Lincoln, and Silent Spring author Rachel Carson.

Locations, times vary. Free. (864) 244-1499, greenvillechautauqua.org

FARMS 17 GREENBRIER BISCUIT BRUNCH

Two words: chocolate gravy. The Upstate’s hub for fresh everything serves up hot helpings of biscuits with all the fixin’s. Pile your bun high

with homemade meats, jams, gravies, butters, and other accoutrements, then head out for some yard games and live tunes. And since no brunch is complete without at least one Bloody Mary, grab one of the yummy concoctions near the iced coffee bar.

Greenbrier Farms, 766 Hester Store Rd, Easley. Sat, 11am–1pm. Adults, $15; kids, $10; under 3, free. (864) 855-9782, greenbrierfarms.com

NELSON IS 17–25 MISS MISSING

The kids of room 207 are notoriously naughty, but when the beloved (yet enabling) Miss Nelson goes AWOL, they find themselves ruled under the iron grip of the terrible Miss Swamp.

Determined to find their favorite educator, the class sets out on a wild adventure of mystery, intrigue, and spitballs. Will the tenacious youngsters succeed or be stuck doing homework forever? Gunter Theatre at the Peace Center, 300 S Main St, Greenville. Sat, 10:30am & 1:30pm; Sun, 1:30pm & 5:30pm. $18-$27.

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Jam out with San Diego reggae-rockers as they unleash their “Sounds of Summer” tour in Simpsonville.

one buddy in college who played “Closer to the Sun” six times a day while meditating in front of his mushroom tapestry. The San Diego reggae-rockers have jammed out from Japan to the Netherlands, but you’ll get your chance to catch them live in the Upstate during the “Sounds of Summer” tour. Joining them will be two other gurus of the Cali music scene—and one S.C. local—J Boog, Iration, and The Movement.

Heritage Park Amphitheatre, 861 SE Main St, Simpsonville.

Sun, 5:30pm. $35. (864) 757-3022, heritageparkamphitheatre.com

Latina woman Paulina Salinas experienced unimaginable tragedies while being held prisoner under the thumb of a perverse, faceless monster.

Several years later, she is living in the country with her husband Gerardo, when she crosses paths with the man she believes to be responsible for her torture. Paulina herself becomes the captor, forcing the man to confess his trespasses against her. Written by Ariel Dorfman, this drama will leave you guessing until the last act.

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RODEO 24 BLACK The Southeastern Rodeo

Association presents some of its finer men in boots as they rope calves, race barrels, and, of course, ride out the fury of a less-than-thrilled bucking bull to the tune of a $10,500 prize. But wait, there’s more! There will also be special events for female and junior competitors, including break-away calf roping, steer undecorating, and barrel racing.

Bon Secours Wellness Arena, 650 N Academy St, Greenville.

Sat, 7:30pm. $19.50.

(864) 241-3800, bonsecoursarena.com

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FREEDOM BLAST 24 Who says July 4th should

get all the fireworks? This annual patriotic celebration has become a family favorite, lighting up the summer sky with fantastic pyrotechnic displays that will make you burst into an off-key rendition of “I’m Proud to be an American.”

Military vehicles, fun activities, food vendors, and other entertainment are also on the schedule.

Greer City Park, 301 E Poinsett St, Greer.

Sat, 6–10:30pm. Free. freedomblast.org

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cience and art seem on opposite ends of the disciplinary spectrum, but when one allows these themes to collide, the results can be rewarding. Mark Catesby was a British explorer, scientist, and artist who compiled the first major botanical and animal life record of North America. Catesby landed on American soil in Charleston in 1722, starting a four-year documentation of birds, reptiles, and mammals indigenous to the American colonies, now on view in Charleston at The Gibbes Museum of Art’s Artist, Scientist, Explorer, Mark Catesby in the Carolinas exhibit. The colorful and detailed watercolors of myriad wildlife are on loan from Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II from the British Royal Collection. Patrons will leave with a deeper appreciation for the beautiful specimens that call the Carolinas home.—Kathryn Baker

Artist, Scientist, Explorer: Mark Catesby in the Carolinas will be on display at The Gibbes Museum of Art through September 24.

Located at 135 Meeting St, Charleston, South Carolina, the museum is open Tues and Thurs–Sat, 10am–5pm; Wed, 10am–7pm; Sun, 1pm–5pm.

(clockwise from top right) Mark Catesby, The Parrot of Carolina and the Cypress of America. Watercolor, body color, and pen and ink; The Porgy. Watercolor and body color; The Ribbon-Snake and Winter’s Bark. Watercolor and body color with gum Arabic over touches of pencil. All ca. 1722–1726, courtesy of The Gibbes Museum of Art.

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