Hands On Greenville in the Far West End

Posted on May 5, 2012 by Far West End

Saturday May 5th, a group of volunteers from McBee Station apartments rolled up their sleeves and cleaned up and cleared out dead debris, leaves and trash from the perimeter of the New Horizons Family Health Center in the Far West End. Part of Hands On Greenville, the effort was a total success providing much needed sprucing up of the building. New Horizons services families in the area with health and dental care, according to Ruta Fox, who participated along with her McBee Station residents. For more information on New Horizons, visit http://www.newhorizonfhs.org/html/our_services.html

It’s First Friday Again . . . and Beautiful Weather for Evening Exploration

Posted on May 4, 2012 by Far West End

Friday May 4 marks the best night of the month to explore the Far West End, as artists and gallerists stay open late for First Friday. As always, Artisan Traders venue on Pendleton St will have food and drinks available to the public; this is a great gathering place to meet your friends.

There’s plenty of parking along the street and in two primary parking lots, both right on Pendleton Street. So check out “Greenville’s creative edge” . . . the Far West End, just one mile from downtown.

Workouts come to the West Side

Posted on April 21, 2012 by Far West End

Swamp Rabbit Crossfit has taken over a rundown building on the Swamp Rabbit trail. Crossfit is an elite fitness program (think Navy Seal type workout) and proves that things are popping on the West Side. When you need a break from creating art, check it out, they should be up and ready shortly. Ride your bike or take a walk on the trail…it’s near the AJ Wittenberg school. www.swamprabbitcrossfit.com

Greenville Grows As A City

Posted on April 17, 2012 by Far West End

We’re Number 9….that’s the news from CNN Money, as Greenville is ranked as one of the fastest growing cities in the country. Read more or click on link below:

Once known for textile manufacturing, Greenville has become an international powerhouse, hosting companies from all parts of the globe. The city, along with Spartanburg, Anderson and other nearby towns known as “The Upstate,” boast more than 250 international firms, including BMW (Germany), Michelin (France), GlaxoSmithKline (United Kingdom) and Kyocera (Japan).

“That’s the highest international investment per capita in the nation,” said Nancy Whitworth, Greenville’s Director of Economic Development. Whitworth said the area’s international flavor is actually derived from its textile past when people came from all over the world to buy and sell and study manufacturing techniques.

http://money.cnn.com/galleries/2012/real_estate/1204/gallery.US-Cities/9.html

Flat Out Under Pressure Art Competition

Posted on April 14, 2012 by Far West End

Flat Out Under Pressure is an area competition for artists who will be challenged to create a piece of art from start to finish within 24 hours. The winning artists will have their work reproduced and displayed on the recycling bins that line Greenville’s Main Street.

Applications are available on May 11, visit www.greenvillearts.com for details, or stop by the Metropolitan Arts Council office at 16 Augusta Street, Greenville.

First Friday and a Beautiful Spring Night: Perfect !

Posted on April 4, 2012 by Far West End

Cherry trees, tulips, azaleas and pear trees have brought spring to Greenville and The Far West End. April 6 should be a beautiful evening for a stroll, and what better place to do it than in a neighborhood filled with galleries and open studios?

Stretch your legs this Friday, April 6th, for First Friday in the Far West End, when area artists’ works will be showcased after business hours. As always, Artisan Traders event venue will be providing live music, good food, and beverages.

The venue will have quite a few artists on hand to chat about their work with visitors, including Russ Anderson, Rory Curtis, Jim Greene, Lou Koppel, Donna Landau, Carol Sloan, Diana St. Laurent, Steve Weaver, Mark Woodward, and the LOMA team, with Adam Schrimmer. AlArtisan Traders will also have Syprian Harvey and Teresa Slack showing off their iron-work table and chairs.

On First Fridays, Artisan Traders becomes the heart of the district, a fun hub which serves as a social gathering place, a place to make new friends and launch a walking tour of the Far West End.

This month The Catering Cru will be satisfying hungry diners at Artisan Traders, serving shrimp and grits, London broil, garlic mashed potatoes, steamed veggies and a salad. Art Eats Bakery will be offering complimentary cakes to savor, so go hungry and ready to relax. Mark Webb and Katlin Owens will entertain with acoustic music. Artisan Traders is at 1274 Pendleton Street in the Far West End.

Getting Here: The Far West End is located one mile from downtown Greenville and the historic West End, and is reached by following Pendleton Street as it crosses Academy.

Time: April 6th, 6pm – 9pm

New Community Garden in the nearby West End

Posted on March 29, 2012 by Far West End

Popular local eatery Funnelicious has created a Community Garden in the West End, tells owner Mike Pennington in a FOX News story on the project. The garden, located behind the specialty dessert business, is located at the top of Augusta Road, just blocks from the intersection of Pendleton and Main, gateway to the Far West End.

The collaborative project benefitted from assistance by City Councilwoman Gaye Sprague, Greenville Forward, Gardening for Good, Greenville Tech, and Lowe’s.

Westward Expansion

Posted on March 27, 2012 by Far West End

West Greenville housing and transportation options are being studied to see how to improve the neighborhood. Greenville received a $1.8 million dollar grant to study how to connect low to moderate income neighborhoods to goods and services. The three-year planning effort will determine needs, demands and gaps.

Additionally, the University of South Carolina Upstate is considering a site near the Kroc Center as a move to bring academics into a downtown setting, closer to the business community.

First Friday is April 5th…Join us.

Posted on March 22, 2012 by Far West End

Artisan Traders wants to remind you to mark your calendars to join us for the first Friday in April. “From 6pm-9pm we will be open with art, live music, food, and beverages,” says owner Terri Lingsch. ”If you’re planning an event, consider using Artisan Traders as your venue. We are the most reasonably priced venue in Greenville and totally different from every other ‘banquet room’ around.”

Get in touch with Artisan Traders at info@artisantraders.com or by calling 864-420-2882.

Cleanup Day is March 24th!

Posted on March 22, 2012 by Far West End

Cleanup Day in the District Saturday March 24th from 9am to 4 pm. We will be out painting, cleaning, and getting things in great shape in the neighborhood and we need volunteers. The more the merrier!! Please contact Jim Gorman if you are going to help RSVP to jgor23@gmail.com