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Whether you’re visiting for the first time or have spent years in the Greenville area, The Local 5 Newsletter is your one stop destination to find out what you don’t want to miss this weekend in the Upstate.

Every Thursday, we will highlight our ‘top 5 musts’ that will include everything from restaurants, activities, parks, concerts and festivals that are all right here in beautiful Greenville, SC.

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Greenville Fashion Week® (GFW) is the PREMIER fashion event of Greenville, and a must attend event. The multiple-day event showcases Greenville’s most fashionable boutiques, trendsetters, emerging designers, models, hair and makeup artists, and fashion from across the country. Enjoy interactive runway shows, glamorous décor with fashionable after-parties and much more. Schedule of Events: Wednesday, April 19, 6-9:30 pm: In The Stars - Dinner and show benefitting Safe Harbor Thursday, April 20, 7:30-10 pm: Champagne and Chanel Party Friday, April 21, 5-10 pm: VIP Lounge, Top Model Competition, Emerging Designer Competition, Top Dogue, Local Retail Partners Runway Shows Saturday, April 22, 12 pm-12 am: Shop the Runway, Kids/Tweens Matinee, VIP Lounge, Designer Runway Shows, Top Model Announcement, Emerging Designer Winner, VIP After Party. Location: Fluor Field Address: 945 S Main St, Greenville, SC 29601 Phone: (864) 704-7710

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"This is a phenomenon.”- New York Magazine, Sara Holdren All rise for Academy Award® winner Aaron Sorkin’s adaptation of Harper Lee’s Pulitzer Prize-winning masterwork. The New York Times Critic’s Pick TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD is “the most successful American play in Broadway history” (60 Minutes). With direction by Tony Award® winner Bartlett Sher, TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD — “the greatest novel of all time” (Chicago Tribune) — has quickly become “one of the greatest plays in history” (NPR). Emmy Award®-winning actor Richard Thomas will play the role of Atticus Finch in the National Tour. Presented By: Peace Center Dates: 4/18/2023, 4/19/2023, 4/20/2023, 4/21/2023, 4/22/2023, 4/23/2023 Location: Peace Center Address: 300 S Main St, Greenville, SC 29601 Phone: (864) 467-3000 Price: $39-$124

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Inspired by ever-present shifts and motion in the world that surrounds us, “Hide and Seek” brings together two abstract artists from across two continents to celebrate the fluctuations in life that unite us. Paris, France artist Jade Robertson collaborates with Greenville, SC artist Liz Rundorff Smith for a joint exhibition entitled, “Hide and Seek” to be featured at Art & Light Gallery in April. Their color-rich work explores connecting to experiences in life for deeper meaning whether driven by loss, joy, travel, nature, memory, or the mundane. “Hide and Seek” will be released through Art & Light Gallery at 10am EST on April 4th online or in the gallery and conclude on April 29th at 4pm EST. The exhibit can be viewed & purchases made at the Art & Light Gallery website. Join Robertson and Rundorff Smith as Art & Light Gallery hosts an artist reception as part of First Fridays on April 7th from 6-8pm EST to celebrate this new collection. Dates: April 4, 2023 - April 29, 2023 Recurrence: Recurring weekly on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday Location: Art & Light Gallery Address: 16 Aiken St, Greenville, SC 29611 Phone: (864) 252-5858 Time: 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Price: Free!

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euphoria Spring Fest presented by Lexus Eat. Sip. Listen. Featuring exclusive tastings, cooking demonstrations, wine seminars, and multi-course dinners with celebrity chefs, this upscale event shines a spotlight on Greenville’s robust culinary community. Now in its 18th year, euphoria was founded in 2006 by award-winning singer-songwriter Edwin McCain (I'll Be, I Could Not Ask for More), along with restaurateur Carl Sobocinski (Table 301 Restaurant Group). Proceeds from the event fund Local Boys Do Good, the 501(c)(3) created to benefit local non-profit organizations. Where: Various Venues around Greenville, Travelers Rest, and Easley, SC Dates: April 20, 2023 - April 23, 2023 Recurrence: Recurring daily Location: Various Downtown Greenville Locations Address: Downtown Greenville, Greenville, SC 29601 Phone: (864) 233-5663

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Play Music Bingo like never before while Cruisin' and Groovin' on Premier Pedal Parties' custom party bike. Grab a card, pedal with friends, and jam out! Listen to song clips played during your ride, check them off your Bingo card and be the first to yell bingo to win a prize and bragging rights! This 1.5-hour party bike tour has 10 pedaling and 4 non-pedaling seats, it is powered by the riders and the assistant motor making it a great activity for all skill levels. They'll take you by Greer City Park, make a stop near the Greer Depot for 20-30 minutes to grab a drink or browse shops, then up the newly renovated Trade Street and Historic area of Greer Station. Limited Seating Available MUSIC BINGO Tour with Premier Pedal Parties must book online at their website. SEE WEBSITE FOR AVAILABLE TIMES AND SEATING OPTIONS. Dates: April 6, 2023 - June 29, 2023 Recurrence: Recurring weekly on Thursday Location: Premier Pedal Parties Address: Pickup location at 115 School Street, Greer, SC 29651 Phone: (864) 416-1113 Time: 7:30 pm