Parks, Recreation & Tourism

Check out this week’s upcoming events in Greer! 👇 Thursday (2/1): The Platform at Greer - Location TBD - 5:30PM-7PM. Friday (2/2): Greer Chamber of Commerce, First Friday Lunch - City Hall - Begins at 11:30AM.

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One of South Carolina’s 2024 Chef Ambassadors is getting ready to launch a new restaurant in Greer. Michael Sibert got national exposure when he appeared on an episode of Guy’s Grocery Games on the Food Network. “Chef Mike” owns Anonymous Burger in the main building of Cartwright Food Hall, and he’s about to open Hendrix Chicken and Waffles in Cartwright’s carriage house. Get to know this rising star on the foodie scene and find out how he feels about the City of Greer and his latest achievements! Check out the full video: https://youtu.be/PqjQXLjFsoM?si=mTek6AOizr9uHnIJ

Did you know that today is International Mobile Phone Recycling Day? Travis Durham, our Director of Public Services, explains how you can recycle your old cell phone and other electronic waste at the Convenience Center! Learn more about recycling by visiting https://www.cityofgreer.org/o/ps/page/recycling

The Greer Fire Department wants people in Greer to know about a potentially life saving tool. All it takes is a few minutes to sign up for Community Connect, but it could save firefighters precious moments during an emergency! Sign up 👉 http://tinyurl.com/greerfire-cc

Our Parks, Rec., & Tourism department is hiring multiple Summer Camp Counselors! If you're passionate about working with youth aged 6-13, planning engaging activities, and creating memorable experiences, this opportunity is for you! Details: * Interviews Begin: Monday, February 19, 2024 * Hours: 7:15 AM to 6:00 PM, Monday-Friday (hours may vary) * Summer Camp Dates: June 10 to August 2, 2024 (closed July 1-5) Apply: https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=f347f1b2-6af4-4493-9e43-df02b01ceb44&ccId=19000101_000001&type=JS&lang=en_US&selectedMenuKey=CareerCenter&fbclid=IwAR1DkNh1NeD8A3oOn3maql674rc7BVNGENbyMkGTqAIfuOPH-KvK8qQDC5I

These last few days have been bitter cold 🥶 Shoutout to our incredible grounds crew braving the chilly temperatures and working hard to keep our city looking pristine! 👍 Learn more about our public services department: www.cityofgreer.org/o/ps

After breaking ground in October, construction for Greer Fire Department's Suber Road Fire Station is in full swing! Check out these recent shots!

Gratitude to all who joined us at the 2024 MLK Celebration Luncheon! ⭐️ During the event, the R.B. Sullivan Sr. Legacy Award was presented to Steve Watson and Samaritan Awards to Eric Burnside, Leon James, and Marshall James! We'd like to extend a special thanks to Representative Pastor Wendell Jones, our inspiring keynote speaker, for joining us on this day of unity!

Happy Martin Luther King Jr. Day! In observance, City of Greer offices are closed today. We look forward to welcoming everyone attending our MLK Celebration Luncheon at City Hall at 11:30 AM.

Check out this week’s upcoming events in Greer! 👇 Monday (1/15): All offices closed in observance of MLK Day, but our celebration luncheon will be held beginning 11:30 at City Hall Wednesday (1/17): The Platform at Greer: IGNITE Greer - Cartwright Food Hall - 8:30am-9:30am Thursday (1/18) Greer Recreation Association Board Meeting - City Hall - Begins at 6:15pm.

Get ready to brunch it up at Greer City Park! 🎉 TOMORROW, January 14th, from 11 AM to 2 PM, the Greer Farmers Market kicks off their Sunday Brunch Markets. With 35+ vendors offering scrumptious treats, it's a feast for your taste buds! Bundle up, grab a coffee or hot chocolate, and enjoy the local vibes. Find all the details on vendors, parking, and more at Greerfarmersmarket.com.

Earlier today, our awesome Human Resources team and members of the Greer Police Department were on-site at Bon Secours Wellness Arena for the MLK Unity College and Career Expo 2024. It was an awesome turnout of students and members of the Upstate community!

REMINDER 👉 Our annual MLK Jr. Celebration Luncheon will take place at City Hall on Monday, January 15 at 11:30am! Tickets are on sale for $10.00 per person, until sold out. To purchase tickets, please call the Parks, Recreation & Tourism Office at 864-848-2190. or Visit the Operations Center at 446 Pennsylvania Avenue.

Good news City of Greer Residents! Our 2024 Holiday trash collection schedule has been confirmed. 👍 🚮 Visit www.cityofgreer.org/o/ps/page/trash-and-yard-waste to learn more.

A reminder that the first City Council meeting of 2024 starts at 6:30PM at City Hall! Agendas can always be viewed prior to the meetings here: https://greer.novusagenda.com/agendapublic/

Check it out 👉 The City of Greer Public Services Department has a new vehicle that will make keeping things below the surface running smoothly! https://youtu.be/BC6Vz3_5YCE?si=b5cBF7ztcCJG0Tzs

How is everyone's 2024 starting off? 😀 Take a look at what's happening this week in Greer! Monday (1/8): Greer Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting - City Hall - Begins at 6:30PM. Tuesday (1/9): Greer Board of Architectural Review Meeting - City Hall - Begins at 10AM; City Council Meeting - City Hall - Begins at 6:30PM. Sunday (1/14): Greer Farmers Market Sunday Brunch Series - 11AM-2PM.

We’d like to give a BIG shoutout to everyone who attended last night’s Platform at Greer Huddle event, kicking off 2024 with a fantastic night! Their next event: IGNITE Greer 👉 Jan. 17 at 8:30am 🗓️ Special thank you to event speaker Marty Osborn, and Table 301 for catering the event.

The Greer Police Department orchestrated a meaningful gathering this week in collaboration with the Needmore Community, combining an insightful meeting with an engaging Bingo session. The event commenced with a structured meeting, fostering a platform for residents to exchange information and insights about the neighborhood. This event exemplifies the Greer Police Department's commitment to community engagement and relationship-building within the neighborhoods they diligently serve. Check out the full video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sLK4CdNaYhM&t=9s