In this week's GreerView:
Downtown takes center stage in an upcoming film,
and affordable new homes in Greer host an open house.
I’m Anna-Elyse Lewis, and this is your GreerView.
Greer's Largest Outdoor Event is Back!
The countdown to Freedom Blast is officially on! We’re just a few days away from the city’s largest outdoor event and we can hardly wait. Avoid stress and make the most of your evening by getting a game plan together using our Know Before You Go page! You’ll find info on parking, vendors, food, and performance schedules! Click here for more info.
A Look into Local Affordable Housing
An exciting development is hosting an open house event on Saturday, June 27! Don’t miss this chance to get an inside look at E. Fairview Townhomes. These newly constructed homes in the sunnyside community are part of a long-standing relationship between the city and the Greenville County Redevelopment Authority and are designed to make home ownership more accessible for everyone in the community. To learn more about the E. Fairview Townhomes, click here.
Downtown Takes Center Stage
Downtown has seen some action lately! Last week, a team from Dove Light productions began filming for an action movie that will feature parts of Trade Street and the surrounding area. Filming will continue this week, so if you see folks running on rooftops, don’t be alarmed!
Celebrating a Well-Earned Retirement
Last week, the Greer Fire Department celebrated the retirement of Fire Marshal Scott Keeley. For nearly 4 decades, his professionalism, knowledge, and passion helped make our community a safer place to live, work, and visit. Congratulations, Scott! Thank you for 38 amazing years of service!
Greer Relief Executive Director Receives Order of the Palmetto
Last week one of Greer’s biggest supporters and advocates was awarded the highest civilian honor in South Carolina, the Order of the Palmetto. Caroline Robertson has served the Greer Community for more than 2 decades and has guided Greer Relief’s organizational strategy and long-term sustainability. We are so proud to congratulate Caroline on this well-deserved recognition.
Coming Up
City Hall will meet at 6:30pm on Tuesday, June 23 at City Hall
Camp Greer Hits the Streets
Last week our Camp Greer kids hit the ground running with a fun parade with very special guests as we made our way from the Tryon Recreation Center to the Needmore Center! Reedy Rip’it and the Greer High School cheerleaders joined us for a fun morning wrapped up with delicious candy apples provided by Jordan Treats! Our kids are just getting started, check the link provided for more info on Camp Greer activities this summer!