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Greenville, South Carolina, January 17, 2024— Red Oak Developers, a leading multi-purpose developer in South and North Carolina, has added Ed Knope to their team as Project Manager and Construction Management. Knope has over 25 years of experience as a site work contractor as he was the former Managing Partner of Elite Grading in Greenville, SC. Ed will oversee all construction and infrastructure for Red Oak Developers in the Upstate, working directly with builders and contractors on land development projects.
“We are fortunate to have someone with Ed’s experience and knowledge to join our team, and excited for the future of Red Oak Developers! Ed’s skillset will allow us to continue to serve our customers and deliver a product needed for this growing market”, said Owner, Brad Skelton.

About Red Oak Developers
Red Oak Developers is a full-service developer with a mission to design and create residential communities and commercial developments that promote a healthy lifestyle and the preservation of the natural environment. A veteran-owned company, Red Oak Developers achieves goals by combining vast experience with a long-standing network of professional relationships. With a full-service approach, Red Oak Developers can rapidly move a project from site selection to acquisition/entitlement and project management/construction to delivered product.
For more information, visit https://www.redoakdevelopers.com/

GREENVILLE, S.C. — Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County received a $15,000 grant Wednesday from Lowe’s to help repair four homes in the City of Greenville.

The funding from Lowe’s is part of a two-year, $6 million donation to Habitat for Humanity International to support home repair and preservation efforts in owner-occupied homes. Through this partnership, more than 75 local Habitat affiliates will complete more than 480 projects this year to address critical health and safety issues in homes across the U.S. Since 2003, Lowe’s and Habitat have worked together to help more than 18,000 people build or improve a place to call home.

With the support of this grant, Habitat Greenville will conduct critical repairs in low income owner-occupied homes, including ADA improvements that create accessibility and provide safety for the owner occupants.

“Habitat’s Home Preservation Program means a better quality of life for people who have been living in their homes for years, but maintenance is too much for them,” said Monroe Free, President and CEO of Habitat Greenville. “This partnership between Lowe’s and Habitat Greenville is helping people to stay in their homes.”

About Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County:

Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County opened its doors in 1985 to bring families, community partners, and volunteers together to construct affordable, energy-efficient homes that help families build strength, stability, and self-reliance. As of May 2023, Habitat Greenville has completed the construction of 405 homes. Habitat Greenville received the 2017 Builder of the Year award from EarthCraft, and in recognition of financial health, accountability, and transparency, maintain a 4-Star Charity status by Charity Navigator. Habitat Greenville ReStores are located at 3033 Wade Hampton Boulevard, and 1818 Woodruff Road. Call 864-312-5016 for free donation pickups.

Learn more at www.habitatgreenville.org.

GREENVILLE, S.C. — Events at Judson Milll is celebrating the season of love with its first-ever Galentine’s Soiree.

Greenville’s “girl’s night out” will turn Judson Mill into the biggest dance party of the year. Celebrate friendship and all of the amazing women in your life by indulging in sweet treats, bubbles, and espresso martinis, capturing memories in the photo booth, and dancing the night away.

The event is happening Saturday, February 10, from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. at Events at Judson Mill, located at 701 Easley Bridge Road. Tickets are $40 and are all-inclusive—save 10% if you buy your tickets in a group of six or more. All guests must be 21 years of age or older.

“Our team has worked so hard to put together a fun Galentine’s Day event that we know everyone will love,” said Tammy Johnson, the CEO of High Spirits Hospitality. “We hope to see as many Greenville women as possible so we can all celebrate each other.”

Tickets are available here.

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CLEMSON, SC – January 17 – Grammy Award-winning drummer, Ulysses Owens Jr., and his jazz quintet, Generation Y, are bringing the rhythm to the Brooks Center for the Performing Arts at Clemson University.
Performer, producer and educator Ulysses Owens Jr. goes to the limit in the jazz world and beyond, claiming eight successful albums of his own. Owens has also gained special attention for his performances on Grammy Award-winning albums by Kurt Elling and The Christian McBride Big Band. In addition to five Grammy-nominated albums with Joey Alexander, Christian McBride Trio, John Beasley’s Monk’estra, and Gregory Porter.
Both Jazziz and Rolling Stone Magazines picked his album “Songs of Freedom,” as a Top Ten Album for 2019 and in 2021 his most recent Big Band release, “Soul Conversations,” was voted the top album in May 2021 by JazzIz Magazine. Owens will perform as part of his jazz quintet, Generation Y.

A drummer who The New York Times has said “take[s] a back seat to no one,” and “a musician who balances excitement gracefully and shines with innovation.”

For more information about Ulysses Owens Jr. and Generation Y visit www.usojazzy.com.

FOR TICKETS, visit clemson.universitytickets.com or call 864-656-7787.

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Greenville, SC (January 17, 2024) – Start planning for summer at the lake at the 54th Annual Upstate SC Boat Show at the Greenville Convention Center from Thursday, January 25 through Sunday, January 28, 2024. This event is one of the largest of its kind in the state and features a vast array of boats and boat dealers. Come experience all that the boating lifestyle has to offer, complete with the latest models of fishing, pontoon, speed, ski, cruisers, and personal watercrafts, as well as the latest products including boat docks, accessories and finance and insurance vendors.

“The Upstate Boat Show is an annual tradition for boaters and boat dealers alike. It’s a great ‘get ready’ season starter and is the ideal place for prospective boat buyers to find everything they need,” said Matt Hollander, general manager of the Greenville Convention Center. “We look forward to getting Upstate South Carolina Boat Show attendees excited for the 2024 event and their own boating season.”

The 2024 Upstate SC Boat Show schedule is:
• Thursday, Jan. 25: 12 p.m. – 9 p.m.
• Friday, Jan. 26: 12 p.m. – 9 p.m.
• Saturday, Jan. 27: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.
• Sunday, Jan. 28: 12 p.m. – 6 p.m.

Ticket prices are $7 for adults and $6 for students (ages 7-18) and seniors (ages 60+). Children 6 and under are admitted free, making the show affordable for families to enjoy. Parking is $5.

Greenville Convention Center has partnered with OneBlood for an onsite blood drive during the Upstate SC Boat Show. All donors will receive a $20 eGift card and a OneBlood long sleeve shirt, as well as a wellness checkup including blood pressure, temperature, iron count, pulse and cholesterol screening. Visit https://oneblood.org/donate-now to schedule.

For more information on the boat show and to purchase tickets, visit www.UpstateSCBoatShow.com.

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Greenville, South Carolina – The Ultimate Wedding Show Bash, presented by My Wedding Group, is an interactive party where guests are connected with Event Professionals in the upstate while feeling like they a part of an actual wedding and can experience what Wedding and Event Professionals have to offer as if they have already hired them.
From DJ’s, Caterers, Venues, Photographers and Videographers, to Live Painters, Honey Moon Planners and Dance Lessons, this party is going to be a blast for anyone who attends.
The event will be held at Events at Judson Mill in Greenville, SC on February 10, 2024. Doors will be open from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm.

Tickets are only $5 and includes:
• Access to the venue and the participating Wedding Professionals
• Food brought to you by amazing Caterers and Cake Bakers
• A preview of live music by all of our Entertainers (DJ’s and Instrumentalists)
• Amazing Give-Aways that only participants can enter to win

Tickets available on Event Brite at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-ultimate-wedding-show-bash-presented-by-my-wedding-group-tickets-792530238277

About My Wedding Group
For the past 9 Years, My Wedding Group has always been an incubator business for Event Professionals with all proceeds going to Monthly Networking and Vendor Education Events to help grow their businesses in amazing ways.
www.myweddinggroup.com

CLINTON, S.C.– Cypress Street in the Lydia Mills neighborhood will get a transformation this month led by Habitat for Humanity of Laurens County.

Habitat Laurens will be holding a “Rock The Block” program where homeowners, volunteers, and community partners come together to create high-energy neighborhood revitalization and home preservation in one day, said Ben Barron, Director of Operations for Habitat Laurens.

Under the guidance of Habitat staff, volunteers will complete needed tasks such as power washing, gutter cleaning, yard cleanup, mulching flower beds and performing minor exterior home repairs, Barron said. Volunteers ages 14 to 17 are welcome with the signature of a guardian.

Rock The Block will happen on Saturday, January 27 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. along Cypress Street in Clinton. Presbyterian College, Rotary Club of Clinton, Sadler Hughes Apothecary, Refuge of Worship and the City of Clinton are partners in the event.

Homeowners who want their houses to be added to Rock The Block as well as other volunteers can reach out to Barron at ben@habitatgreenville.org or 864-200-4561.

“This is a great event to start off 2024 with helping to make our community stronger,” Barron said.

About Habitat for Humanity of Laurens County:

Habitat for Humanity of Laurens County brings together families, community partners, and volunteers together to construct affordable, energy-efficient homes that help families build strength, stability, and self-reliance as well as do home repairs in the community. In 2023, Habitat Laurens became part of Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County. Learn more at www.habitatgreenville.org.

GREENVILLE, S.C. (January 9, 2024) – Endeavor, the coworking and office space community in downtown Greenville’s ONE tower, announces two new All Access members: Rachael Reece, founder and chief executive officer of Ignite Engagement; and Sean Joyce, chief investment officer and private wealth manager of Joyce Wealth Advisory, a Member of Advisory Services Network, LLC.

Rachael Reece, founder and chief executive officer of Ignite Engagement, joined Endeavor for the personalized touch. “Endeavor represents an investment in both yourself and your business. Whether you’re the founder of a small business that runs a lean team or an individual who is part of a remote team seeking a local office environment, Endeavor is the ideal solution. I appreciate the wealth of events and networking opportunities Endeavor affords, facilitating continuous learning and invaluable connections with fellow business contacts in the area. Endeavor has played a pivotal role in expanding our network and fostering connections with dynamic business leaders in the Greenville area.”

A coaching and consulting firm for five years, Ignite Engagement helps organizations create better engagement experiences for people and teams at all levels, and specializes in optimizing teams and talent though behavioral assessments, succession planning, tactical coaching and consulting, and staff retreats. Areas of expertise include predictive index, leadership development, and strategic planning for closely held and family-owned businesses. Additionally, Reece is a certified exit planning advisor (CEPA).

Sean Joyce founded Joyce Wealth Advisory, A Member of Advisory Services Network, LLC in 2014. By providing fiduciary guidance through his private wealth management services, Joyce empowers his clients to achieve their financial aspirations and secure their legacies. Joyce works with a variety of clients, ranging from families to selected entrepreneurs, and specializes in creating and supporting employer retirement plans and portfolios.

On joining Endeavor, Joyce says, “Having multiple offices can be difficult to maintain. Endeavor provides me with the support and flexibility to conduct business with seamless ease. It is a highly professional option for those who seek a flexible, friendly, and supportive work environment.”

Endeavor offers a range of membership options, with benefits that scale up based on the plan you select. Office and Private Desk members enjoy their own dedicated space with 24/7 access, while Daytime members can utilize Endeavor’s large flex workspaces overlooking City Plaza Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. where the amenities include:

• Comfortable work areas with worktables, standing desks, soft seating and oversized monitors
• Member concierge and assistance
• High-speed, secure Wi-Fi / Internet
• Private telephone booths
• Community kitchen/café area, including bottomless coffee
• State-of-the-art gym and shower within Endeavor’s space
• Opportunity to connect with Endeavor members who offer a wide range of services to help build businesses
• Free training and professional development opportunities
• Meeting rooms and event spaces, which are also available for booking by outside groups.

To learn more about Endeavor, including available private offices, desk memberships, coworking and day passes, contact Endeavor@EndeavorGreenville.com.

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About Endeavor
Endeavor is a membership-based coworking community for creative and entrepreneurial professionals, as well as corporate teams and business travelers. Endeavor’s premium location in the ONE Development in Greenville, SC provides members with state-of-the-art work and meeting space, and uniquely surrounds them with a diverse array of peers who offer a broad range of services and experience. Training opportunities, networking events and business consulting are available for the professionals who call Endeavor home every day, as well as business team members across the region. Endeavor has been recognized as the winner of the Coworker Member’s Choice Award for Greenville, SC. For more information, visit endeavorgreenville.com.