Downtown Weekly Update - Friday, January 14

Please see below update on events, protests and details about downtown.

Events / Peaceful Protest Schedule

United Community Bank Ice on Main - Friday, January 13 - Monday, January 16, 2023 - times vary per day (Village Green)
Picketing Notice - Israelite School of Universal Practical Knowledge - Saturday, January 14 - 1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. (Falls Park)
Picketing Notice - Stop the Violence Display - Sunday, January 15 - 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (Falls Park)
Picketing Notice - Anti Trump - Tuesday, January 17 - 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. (One City Plaza)
Peace Center Silent Disco - Friday, January 20 - 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. (Graham Plaza)
Greenville News Run 5K - Saturday, January 21 - 7:15 a.m. - 9:45 a.m. (Downtown Greenville and Swamp Rabbit Trail)
Picketing Notice - Rally Against Islamic Regime of Iran - Saturday, January 21 - 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. (Falls Park)

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Downtown Merchant Association Meeting: Tuesday, January 17

The Downtown Merchant Association will kick-off the first meeting of 2023 on Tuesday, January 17, at 4:00 p.m. at Bon Secours Wellness Arena. Featured speaker Beth Paul, CEO of Bon Secours Wellness Arena, will be highlighting the many wonderful events and developments happening at BSW Arena in the new year. Additionally, we are excited to hear about a new downtown accessibility initiative being led by the City of Greenville, GreenvilleCAN, and the Barbara Stone Foundation.

We encourage you to invite a neighboring business located in the Central Business District to attend with you.

Meeting Details:

Attendees can park in the VIP Parking lot located off of Church Street and enter through the Chevrolet VIP Door. The meeting will be held in the Wicked Weed Green Room. Please email Rance Bryan (rbryan@bankoftravelersrest.com) or Cameron Campbell (cjcampbell@greenvillesc.gov) for questions.

United Community Bank Ice on Main open through Monday, January 16

United Community Bank Ice on Main will complete its 12th season on Monday, January 16. Tickets are still available for online purchase at www.iceonmain.com.

Operating Hours
Friday: 2 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday: 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.

Monday: 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.

Road Closure: UCB Ice on Main Rink Removal

Rink breakdown will begin on Tuesday, January 17. A road closure will take place on Friday, January 20, from 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. on Main Street from Court Street to Broad Street to allow crews to remove the chiller and rink infrastructure.

Sidewalk Closure: Main Street at W Washington Street

Story Construction Company LLC will be onsite for building maintenance at 1 N Main Street, Suite H at BrickTop's through February 17. The road will remain open to vehicular traffic. Sidewalks in designated areas will be closed to pedestrian traffic, but detour routes will be posted with signage. Parking spaces may be blocked for maintenance equipment.

Greenville is listed among 52 Places to go in 2023

Greenville ranks among "52 Places to Go in 2023"

The New York Times listed Greenville among the "52 Places to Go in 2023" in the world. Coming in at #14, Greenville was highlighted for its creative and diverse culinary scene, outdoor adventures, and walkable downtown.

Full article and complete ranking list

Vote for Falls Park on the Reedy

Cast your vote! Falls Park on the Reedy has been nominated for USA Today's 10 Best City Parks. Cast your vote, and help Greenville reach the top spot.

Voting for our park is a great way to support our beloved City and show gratitude to the amazing Parks' staff who work tirelessly to maintain this beautiful public park in the heart of downtown. You can vote once per day until the polls close on Monday, February 6, at 12:00 p.m. The winner will be announced Friday, February 17.

City Council Gives Initial Approval to Redistricting Plan

City Council voted unanimously in support of the draft redistricting plan. A second and final vote is anticipated in late January. For more information about the redistricting details, purpose, and process, view https://greenvillesc.gov/2018/Redistricting

City's Week in Review Available via Text

Would you like to receive the City's Week in Review newsletter via text every Friday? Text "GVLthisWeek" to 866-874-2232 to start receiving it next week. Check out the latest edition available in English and Spanish at https://www.greenvillesc.gov/1652/Week-in-Review

City of Greenville Week in Review

The City’s Communications Department has created a Week in Review video. These videos post every Saturday on the City’s Facebook page.

Questions / Concerns

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Cameron Campbell at c jcampbell@greenvillesc.gov or 864-467-4351.

You can also submit your questions at https://cityofgreenvillesc.formstack.com/forms/downtownmerchants

If you have an after-hours or weekend emergency, please contact Greenville Police Department's non-emergency line at 864-271-5333.

Thank you and have a great weekend!