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LETTER FROM THE EDITOR To Our Loyal G-VEGAS Magazine Readers, We at G-VEGAS have spent the last 12 years striving to provide the best in entertainment through our monthly publication. We have developed strong relationships throughout the community and are grateful to have been able to produce so many articles, pictures, and friendships through our hometown magazine. At this time, as the era of technology continues to grow, we have decided to put our focus into developing a definitive online presence through our G-VEGAS Magazine mobile app and through the continuing development of our website. As a result, our monthly delivery of G-VEGAS Magazine will change to a quarterly publication.
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We hope that you stick with us through this time of transition, and we highly encourage to download our app in order to keep up with current events going on in Greenville. We want to thank everyone that has ever picked up an issue of G-VEGAS and our community as a whole for all the support you have shown us through the years. We are looking forward to this new phase in our business and hope that you will continue showing some G-VEGAS love at our many happenings around town. With Great Admiration, Kevin Howard, President
SEPTEMBER 2018
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HARDWORKINGSTAFF Editor-In-Chief
Kevin Howard - whereuparty@hotmail.com
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Eduardo Vargas - www.volkanorocks.com
evargas@vargas-design.com Photography Trey Singletary - treyfromecu@aol.com Randy Moore - rpmoore1@wmconnect.com Tomha McMillan - tomhamac@gmail.com Tucker Copeland - puffydee7@gmail.com
Contributors/Writers Nathan Black - nblack252@gmail.com Randy Moore - rpmoore1@wmconnect.com
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Junious Smith - thedifference910@gmail.com
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FOOD SIMPLY... BY JESSICA E. COOPER
Food. We all love it, we all eat it, but rarely do we actually know where it comes from. The public conscience about the origins of the food we’re consuming has grown exponentially in the last decade— and for good reason. With the ability of research widening, the transparency of production increasing, and public interest in personal wellness and health growing, it’s no wonder that the question “what am I putting into my body?” has become a widespread and popular question. Enter Uptown’s Umbrella market- fresh food that came from a few miles down the road, helps local families, and comes with a fantastic community atmosphere. Take a trip to uptown Wednesday’s at 5pm and tell me it doesn’t absolutely beat a 10pm
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Walmart run to grab some groceries. Way less creepy dudes giving you eyes, and food that is all around better for you. You feel good from the quality of fresh produce, and the knowledge that you’re doing something good for your local economy. It helps the environment, it helps small business, it helps foster a sense of community, and above all— it helps you be healthier and enjoy better quality food. So do yourself a favor and find the time in the week— trust me, you’re worth it— to do something that has so many benefits. And don’t worry, there’s live music, beer, crafts, and a good deal of hula-hooping to keep everyone of every generation entertained and satisfied.
Open a ‘barcode scanner’ app on your Smartphone. Point your phones camera at the code and scan.
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FOR THE FELLOWS BY RANDY MOORE
Dating is harder than ever in 2018. Whether in a relationship or looking to find your S.O., the landscape has changed – banter happens in text rather than over a pint at the bar, both men and women have equal power, and the flirt has completely changed. So how can you make an impression from the first swipe right to your fifth wedding anniversary?
DRESS APPROPRIATELY
Be true to your own style and comfort, but also be considerate. Before heading out for a romantic evening, a woman will spend upwards of 2 hours getting ready – it makes her feel sexy and she wants to look good for you. While she doesn’t expect you to spend the same amount of time, putting on a clean, ironed shirt and leaving the baseball hat at home goes a long way. This continues past the first date, too: dress up for your wife, wear some aftershave and generally show her that you care about yourself – and, in turn, her.
BE WARM AND OPEN
Your secret weapon in any relationship is knowing how to listen, and showing this through your body language. Lean in a little closer when your date is sharing her interests, don’t interrupt or speak over her, nod and say ‘mmhum’ or ‘aha’ when you’re genuinely interested in what she has to say. In counselling, we call these micro-skills, and they create a warm and open environment so the other person feels safe to open up. Combine these with mirroring her body language (lean in when she does, smile when she smiles, etc) and you’ll have her loving every minute.
USE MODERN MANNERS
Manners are the first thing to go when dating today. Please and Thank You are just as important in text as they are in person. Don’t wait 24 hours to respond to a woman – she knows what you’re doing, another guy has done it before you and it hasn’t ended
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well for either of them. Send a text after a date that simply says, ‘Loved meeting you. Hope you have a nice night.’ Open the door for her even if it seemingly ‘goes against equality’. Do these things because you genuinely care – not only about her feelings, but also about how you want to be perceived. It doesn’t take much to be a gentleman.
SHARE YOUR PASSIONS (AND LISTEN TO HERS)
Seeing a guy talk about his goals and dreams is sexy as hell to a woman. She wants to hear what makes you tick, your reason for living. It can be a month-long tour of America you’re planning, the promotion you’re gunning for at the job you love, or your Border Collie, Lux. The smile on your face as you discuss your passion makes her melt. And hearing you ask questions and show interest in hers puts the cherry on top.
LET HER KNOW WHERE SHE STANDS
If you like the woman, tell her. She’ll love to hear how she makes you feel; so don’t be afraid to share your feelings. Equally, she understands that sometimes the spark just isn’t there (and sometimes it fades after a few years). Thanks to apps like Tinder, we’re under the impression as a society that potential lovers are interchangeable. If you don’t feel it, let her know. Ghosting is a waste of time for both of you – you’ll receive unwanted messages asking if you want to catch up, while she wonders if you’re OK and what went wrong. It’s exhausting and unnecessary. Just don’t do it. I’m a strong believer that how you date is how you do life. If you’re a genuine guy who takes care of himself, knows his manners, thanks his wait-staff and has drive (be it career or personal), then you’re the kind of guy women want to be with. Right ladies??
Follow the above guidelines and I promise you’ll be looked upon fondly – second date or not.
List of entertainment venues, Restaurants, and nightclubs
■ TAVERN ON 4TH
110 E 4th Street Greenville, NC
■ DICKINSON AVENUE PUBLIC HOUSE 703 Dickinson Ave, Greenville, NC 27834 (252) 689-6388
■ RAFTERS
420 Cotanche Street Greenville, NC 27858
■ 5TH STREET DISTILLERY
120 East 5th Street, Greenville, NC (252) 757-3034
■ CHICO’S
521 Cotanche Street Greenville, NC (252) 757-1666 www.chicosrestaurant.com
■ CLUB 519
519 Cotanche Street, Greenville, NC (252) 752-4313
■ THE WAY
218 E. 5th Street Greenville, NC (252) 689-6750
■ PANTANA BOB’S
513 Cotanche Street Greenville, NC (252) 757-3778
■ STILLLIFE
511 Cotanche Street Greenville, NC (252) 329-9991
■ SUP DOGS
■ A.J. MCMURPHY’S
1914 Turnbury Drive Greenville, NC (252) 355-7956 www.ajmcmurphys.com
■ HOOTERS
316 Greenville Blvd SW Greenville, NC (252) 353-5995 www.hooters.com
■ CROSSBONES TAVERN
114 E 5th St, Greenville. NC (252) 689-6199
■ GRUMPY’S
111 East 5th Street Greenville, NC (252) 758-2774
■ TROLLINGWOOD TAPROOM
& BREWERY 707 Dickinson Ave, Greenville, NC (252) 210-6295
■ TAPPED
650 E Fire Tower Rd, Winterville, NC (252) 689-6455
■ CRAVE
409 Evans St, Greenville, NC (252) 413-0087
213 East 5th Street Greenville, NC (252) 752-7682 www.supdogs.com
■ FIRE
■ BUFFALO WILD WINGS
■ UPTOWN BREWING COMPANY
426 E Arlington Blvd Greenville, NC (252) 758-9191
■ TIE
BREAKERS
1920 B Smythewyck Dr. Greenville, NC (252) 439-0555
■ BUCCANEER MUSIC HALL
2120 East Fire Tower Road Greenville, NC (252) 756-8474
AMERICAN TAVERN
113 E 5th St, Greenville, NC (252) 565-7333
418 Evans St, Greenville, NC (252) 671-2633
■ THE BLACKENED KRAKEN
123 E 5th St Greenville, NC (252) 215-8822
■ PITT STREET BREWING COMPANY
630 S Pitt St Greenville, North Carolina (252) 227-4151