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Textile Mills in South Carolina: Upstate Historical Mills That You Can Visit

Looking for a unique history lesson at textile mills in South Carolina? The Upstate of South Carolina has a rich history of textile production. Many cities and towns were heavily influenced by the presence of textile mills and the eventual closure of those mills. When the mills were at their prime, Mill Villages boasted homes, schools, baseball teams, and even vacation destinations. You can see evidence of this mill history and mill village life all around the Upstate if you know where to look.

Mom Review: Lincoln Park in Taylors, SC

Are you looking for a place to play in Taylors, SC? With Spring weather here (finally) and Summer on the horizon, it’s time to start planning activities to occupy little minds and bodies. And it doesn’t hurt for mom’s mind to be occupied too! KAG Contribtor Andrea Bean checked out Lincoln Park in Taylors with her family. Find out what this park has to offer!

Carmella's Cafe and Dessert Bar in Greenville, SC

Carmella’s Café & Dessert Bar: Old World Flavor in Downtown Greenville

Inside: Greenville locals enjoy a peanut butter chocolate cake at Carmella’s Cafe & Dessert Bar in Downtown Greenville, SC. Learn about the cafe, the menu, and what they loved. Carmella’s Café & Dessert Bar brings a slice of Old World culinary delight to the heart of Greenville, South Carolina, morning, noon, and night. This charming […]

These Amazing Fireflies Look Like Little Blue Fairies and Only Appear 3 Weeks Each Year

Looking for a new family adventure? The Blue Ghost Fireflies are an amazing site you can view through the Cradle of Forestry in Pisgah Forest. KAG’s Kristina Hernandez experienced this unique site and she’s sharing all the information so you can check it out with your family!

50+ Nostalgic Arcade Games Are Waiting to be Played at the Upstate Pinball and Arcade Museum!

When I see an old-school Pac-Man machine, I immediately think of my mom and how much fun we used to have to play it (and constantly getting eaten by ghosts). Super Mario Brothers bring back memories I had of my friends and me playing it together in middle school. Yes, I’m dating myself but I don’t even care because there’s a place in Simpsonville where I can now go and play all these retro games and share my own great memories with my kids and make new ones as well.

18 Things to Know About Topgolf Greenville Before Your Fun Family Outing

Have you practiced your putt and drive at Topgolf? Greenville golfers love Topgolf for the combination of entertainment venue, sports bar, and practice area. Though we aren’t golfers by any stretch of the imagination, we had a blast and we know you will too! T

Southside Smokehouse & Grill: There’s A Smoked Meat Paradise Tucked Away In Landrum, SC

Have you tried Southside Smokehouse & Grille? We are very fortunate in the Upstate to have so many little towns with hidden gems, sprinkled around to discover. Southside Smokehouse & Grille in Landrum, just south of the NC border is one such gem!

3 Hours + 1 Out-of-Town Guest in Downtown Greenville

Our friend Katy from Indy with Kids was in town for just one evening—and she had never seen Greenville before! We wanted to show off the charm of our city (and hopefully convince her to come back for a longer visit). With only a few hours and so much to do, here’s how we gave her a small taste of our beautiful downtown.

The Park at Flat Rock is one of the coolest parks we've seen.

The Park at Flat Rock: Amazing Obstacle Course Playground in Flat Rock, NC

Have you visited the Park at Flat Rock in Flat Rock, NC? We are always looking for fun and entertaining playgrounds for our kids and we hit the jackpot with The Park at Flat Rock.

You Can Play Mini Golf for FREE at Sparkle City Mini Putt in Spartanburg, SC

Did you know we have a FREE place to play mini golf right in the middle of downtown Spartanburg? Yes, you read that right – it is totally free! Plus, there are more fun things to do downtown in Spartanburg.