Happy Friday, Simpsonville! 🎉

We made it! The coffee tastes better on Fridays, doesn’t it?

Today’s issue is short and sweet, just a quick heads-up about something new in town and a little nudge to get out and enjoy what’s happening around you this weekend.

If you’ve been meaning to check out a new local spot… this might be your sign. 👇

🌤️ Weather

🩸 Community Call: Red Cross Reports Critical Blood Shortage

📅 Upcoming Events & Things to Do

🏡 On the Market (Real Estate)

⚡ Local Quick Hits

🆕 New & Noteworthy

⛳ Local Fairway Grand Opening Saturday

🍽️ What’s for Dinner?

😁 Just for Fun

Recent winter storms across South Carolina have forced the cancellation of dozens of blood drives — and now the American Red Cross says the situation is urgent.

Nationwide, the organization lost nearly 20,000 units of blood due to storm-related cancellations. In South Carolina alone, the Red Cross typically collects around 400 units per day (about 5,000 per month). That supply has taken a significant hit.

Blood donations support:

Each single donation can potentially help up to three people — and a unit of blood only has a shelf life of about 40 days.

Right now, there’s especially high demand for:

…but all blood types are needed and appreciated.

Scott Brown, Red Cross Region Donor Services Executive for South Carolina, shared a simple perspective: If someone you loved needed blood, you wouldn’t hesitate. Sometimes it’s just a matter of making the time.

If you’re able, please consider stepping up for our neighbors.

🔗 Find a local blood drive or schedule an appointment:
https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/find-drive

📅 Feb 27 - March 1 - Southern Home & Garden Show
From landscaping to kitchen upgrades, find inspiration for your next home project all in one place.
🕝 Friday 10:00 AM-7:00 PM
Saturday 10:00 AM-7:00 PM
Sunday 12:00 PM-5:00 PM
📍 Greenville Convention Center, 1 Exposition Drive, Greenville, SC 29607
🔗 More Info

📅 Feb 27 - March 1 - NOE Outdoors Fishing Expo
Massive vendor lineup. Custom baits. Rods. Reels. Kayaks. Boats. Tackle stacked everywhere you look.
🕝 Friday 12:00 PM-7:00 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM-7:00 PM
Sunday 9:00 PM-5:00 PM
📍 Greenville Convention Center, 1 Exposition Drive, Greenville, SC 29607
🔗 More Info

📅 Feb 28 - UFC Fight Night: Moreno vs. Almabayev
Celebrating Fountain Inn’s brightest young leaders making big waves before 40.
🕝 8:00 PM
📍 Social Latitude, 1812 Woodruff Rd, Greenville, SC 29607
🔗 More Info

📅 Mar 3 - Music Bingo
Part trivia, part sing-along, all fun. Bring your friends and test your music memory!
🕝 7:00 PM-9:00 PM
📍 Warehouse at Vaughn's, 109 West Trade Street, Simpsonville, SC 29681
🔗 More Info

📅 Mar 7 - Simpsonville Cards & Collectibles Show
230 tables -Sports,non-sports cards (Pokemon, onepiece, magic, lorcana, Disney, etc) comics, video games, toys, coins, other collectibles.
🕝 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
📍 City Of Simpsonville Activity & Senior Center
310 West Curtis Street, Simpsonville, SC 29681
🔗 More Info

📅 Mar 10 - Seed Starting
Learn how to grow plants from seeds in this hands-on workshop.
🕝 6:30 PM-7:30 PM
📍 Greenville County Library - Fountain Inn
🔗 More Info

📅 Wednesdays - ❓Trivia @ Bullwinkle’s Tavern
Midweek plans? Enjoy a fun night of trivia, drinks, and bragging rights at one of Simpsonville’s favorite hangouts.
🕝 7:00 PM
📍 Bullwinkle’s Tavern - Five Forks
🔗 More Info

📅 Thursdays - 🎶 Music Bingo @ Dave & Buster’s
Dave & Buster's - Greenville, SC hosts Music BINGO Game Night Thursdays. Join for great music, food, fun, and PRIZES! Free to Play!
🕝 7:30 PM
📍 Dave & Buster's - Greenville
🔗 More Info

📅 Thursdays - Family Night- Kids eat FREE at select restaurants!
Experience the best of local and international cocktails, beers, and cuisine.
🕝 5:00 PM-10:00 PM
📍 Warehouse at Vaughn's, 109 West Trade Street, Simpsonville, SC 29681
🔗 More Info

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🌷 Spring Market Season Loading… — Vendor applications are opening for spring markets and festivals across the Upstate. If you’re a local maker or small business, now’s the time to apply.

🏃 Outdoor walks & park time — Milder weather makes this a perfect time to visit:

Pack snacks and enjoy a simple after‑school or weekend outing!

🏢 Local business activity continues
Ribbon cuttings and grand openings remain steady through the Simpsonville Area Chamber as new medical, wellness, and service businesses open their doors this season.

Simpsonville’s first indoor golf experience is officially teeing off this weekend! 🎉

Local Fairway is celebrating its grand opening on Saturday with an open house-style event from 1–8 PM. Whether you’re a serious golfer looking to dial in your swing or just want a fun, air-conditioned hangout spot with friends, this new Main Street addition is worth checking out.

It’s always exciting to see something brand new open in town, especially something that brings a little fun and something different to our community.

If you stop by, let me know what you think!

🕝 1:00 - 8:00 PM
📍 Local Fairway, 139 North Main Street #1C, Simpsonville, SC 29681
🔗 More Info

Simpsonville-based 864 Outdoor Solutions is now booking weekly lawn care spots, and they’re filling up fast.

If you’ve been meaning to lock in reliable lawn service before spring kicks into high gear, now’s the time.

📱 Text: 864-361-5949 to claim one of the remaining weekly spots.

What’s for Dinner?
Be honest… is it pizza? 😄

Friday night is unofficial pizza night in a lot of homes (ours included).

Are you team thin crust, deep dish, or “whatever gets here fastest”?

And if you have a go-to pizza place, hit reply and tell me!

Today’s Trivia:
Which country is both an island and a continent?

(Answer at bottom — no peeking!)

I hope you get outside, try something new, support someone local, or at the very least… don’t cook dinner tonight. 😄

As always, if you hear about a new business, event, or interesting person around town, just hit reply. I love featuring the good stuff happening right here in our backyard.

Have a great weekend, and we’ll see you back here Monday morning!

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