SPART
MELISSA DENHAM Editor Owner
ANBURG vol 2
A LOVE LETTER TO SPARTANBURG
A home I wasn’t born into, but one I chose—and one that, somehow, chose me right back.
There is something about this city that lingers. In the way neighbors greet each other by name. In storefront lights that glow long after closing. In dreams that begin at kitchen tables and become brick-and-mortar realities.
The businesses featured in Volume 2 carry this same devotion—a quiet pride, a steady belief, a love for Spartanburg that runs deep through families, friendships, and front porches.
This guide is our love letter to this place. A collection of people, places, stories, and creators who remind us that love is not loud here—it is lived. Daily. Generously. With intention.
I hope that with every turn of the page, you’re reminded why we all love Spartanburg—and perhaps, that you fall in love with it all over again. xoxo,
Birkenstock
147 Fernwood Drive . Spartanburg, SC
Emily Vargo, Owner
Health in Hand is Spartanburg’s locally owned wellness cafe, serving cold-pressed juices, raw smoothies, açaí bowls, and plant-based food made fresh daily.
Since 2015, we’ve been a go-to for clean ingredients, simple routines, and feeling your best without overcomplicating it.
healthinhandsc.com
REFINED. TIMELESS. CAPTIVATING.
Seamless wedding photography that honors your story and elevates every moment.
kristenrosephotography.com i @ kristenrosephoto
KRISTEN TEDDER Owner/Photographer
Whitney Weyman, Owner
Ashley Yates, Owner
Jill Robinson, Owner
Women to Watch
Providing a superior education, in a community of trust, that prepares students for a life well lived.
Jaymie Bartels PATH Intl. CTRI & Para Dressage Instructor
Sarah Newman Program Coordinator, PATH Intl. CTRI & ESMHL
1400 CAROLINA COUNTRY CLUB ROAD | SPARTANBURG, SC 864.586.1671 | HALTERSC.ORG | i @ HALTERSC
f HALTER: HEALING & LEARNING THROUGH EQUINE RELATIONSHIPS
More than a business, we're a team driven by passion, precision, and persistence. Every detail re ects our focus on providing the best experience for our guests—crafting elevated moments that appear e ortless, built on years of hard work, dedication, and the right people behind every bottle, pour, and plate.
252 West Main Street | Spartanburg, SC | mspspartanburg.com
Raj Patel, Entrepreneur
Adam Story, Operations Manager
Mike Rodriguez, Wholesale Manager of Liquor Pointe
Logan Phillips, Retail Manager of Liquor Pointe Downtown
Jerry Jackson, General Manager of Liquor Pointe
Molly Rose, Retail Manger
Keg & Cellar
Brian Azcarraga, General Manager
Graham Boyd, Culinary Manager
Louise Bradley Johnson, ASID
Rachel L. Tanner, OD, MPH, FAAO & Janet M. Wilson, OD, FOVDR
Bowdre Fortson Clayton Founder,
Mitzi B. Kirsch
Realtor ® & Broker
ABR, GRI, CRS
864.591.2121 | mitzisells.com i@mitzikirsch
Blake Kirsch
Realtor ® & Broker
864.580.8272 i@blakekirschsells y @blakekirsch
Jonathan W. Lounsberry
J. Seth Johnson
DR. WILLIAM STEWART OWNER
DR. BILL STEWART FOUNDER
ASHLEY KEREKES, MD Plastic Surgeon & Owner
Kevin Love, Owner & Founder & Carol Love
Eileen & Davis Love, Director of Operations & Mortgage Broker
Kristen & Brandon Tedder, Mortgage Broker
211b Wilder Drive . Spartanburg, SC
864.381.7477 . thebeeautyhive.com if@thebeeautyhive_
Rocio, Esthetician and Professional Makeup Artist, Co-Owner of The Beeauty Hive
582 Perry Avenue . Greenville, SC
864.775.4175 . thebridalloftgvl.com if@thebridalloftgvl
Annilie The Bridal Loft
Pam, The Bridal Loft
Ashley Wilson Sure Thing Flowers
Roland and Amy Zimmer
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CONVERSE UNIVERSITY
SHERMAN COLLEGE OF CHIROPRACTIC
SPARTANBURG COMMUNITY COLLEGE
SPARTANBURG METHODIST COLLEGE
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA UPSTATE
EDWARD VIA COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINECAROLINAS (VCOM)
WOFFORD COLLEGE
NON - PROFIT
BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERSUPSTATE
864.542.4036 | bbbsupstate.com i@ bigbrothersbigsistersupstate
BLOOM UPSTATE
864.497.6048 | bloomupstate.org i@ bloomupstateinc
BROWN GIRLS READ
864.909.4403 | browngirlsread.org i@ browngirlsread._
CAROLINA FAMILY SERVICES INC
864.283.0637 | carolinafamily.org i@ carolinafamilyservices
CAROLINA PREGNANCY CENTER
864.582.4673 | carolinapregnancy.org i@ cpcspartanburg
CHARLES LEA CENTER FOUNDATION
864.562.2278
charleslea.org/o/clcfoundation i@ charlesleacenterfoundation
CHILDREN’S CANCER PARTNERS OF THE CAROLINAS
864.582.0673 childrenscancerpartners.org i@ childrenscancerpartners
EVANS TRAINING CENTER
864.844.8454 | evanstc.org i@ evanstrainingcenter
HALTER
864.586.1671 | haltersc.org i@ haltersc
HELP FOR OUR ELDERLY, INC.
864.978.9988 | helpforourelderly.org i@ helpforourelderly.inc
HOPE CENTER FOR CHILDREN
864.583.7688 | hopecfc.org i@ hopecenterforchildren
HUBITALITY
803.765.9000 | hubitality.org i@ hubitality
JUNIOR LEAGUE OF SPARTANBURG
864.583.5842 | spartanburg.jl.org i@ jlspartanburg
PAL: PLAY. ADVOCATE. LIVE WELL.
864.598.9638 | palspartanburg.org i@ palspartanburg
PS I LOVE YOU MINISTRIES
864.586.1611 psiloveyouministries.org i@ psiloveyouministries
SAINT LUKE’S FREE MEDICAL CLINIC
864.345.1402 | slfmc.org i@ stlukesspartanburg
SET FREE ALLIANCE
864.469.9500 | setfreealliance.org i@ setfreealliance
SPARTANBURG AREA CONSERVANCY (SPACE)
864.948.0000 spartanburgconservation.org i@ spartanburgspace
SPARTANBURG COUNTY FOUNDATION
864.582.0138 | spcf.org i@ spartanburgcountyfoundation
SPARTANBURG REGIONAL FOUNDATION
864.560.6727 regionalfoundation.com i@ sptbgregionalfoundation
THE GIVER FOUNDATION
864.444.7415 thegiverfoundation.com i@ giverfoundation
THE ROO CREW
864.415.1824 | theroocrew.org i@ the.roocrew
TOTAL MINISTRIES
864.585.9167 | totalministries.org i@ total_ministries
UNITED WAY OF THE PIEDMONT
864.582.7556 | uwpiedmont.org i@ uwpiedmont
WOMEN GIVING FOR SPARTANBURG
864.431.8466 womengivingspartanburg.org i@ womengivingspartanburg
DIRECTORY
Artwork by: Marsha Ward | i @marsha.m.ward
BOTOX AND DYSPORT
DERMAL FILLER AND BIOSTIMULATORS
IV HYDRATION AND B12 INJECTIONS
WEIGHT LOSS MANAGEMENT
HORMONE REPLACEMENT THERAPY
LASER TREATMENTS : SKIN PEN, RADIOFREQUENCY MICRONEEDLING, IPL PHOTOFACIALS, AND LASER HAIR REMOVAL
130 ROBIN HELTON DRIVE BOILING SPRINGS, SC BEAUTYBYBRITTAINY.COM i @ BEAUTY.BY.BRITTAINY
BRITTAINY KALLGREN, FNP, OWNER
CARLI CROCKER, RN
SCAN FOR TICKETS
Nikki Clark Owner
For over 80 years, our family-owned and operated dealership has proudly served our community with integrity, transparency, and personalized service. We are committed to delivering quality vehicles and building lasting relationships with our customers.
Brownlee & Walker Wake eld
We hope you will feel at home as soon as you walk in. The store is a place where you can immerse in loveliness, where all the captivating details like aromas and artwork were created with you in mind. Enjoy shopping for furniture, home decor, women’s clothing, unique gifts, baby, and so much more.
Fall in love with a beautiful area rug. Sit on a cozy chair or sofa. Swoon over a delightful pillow. Don handmade earrings or a spunky new dress. At Spruce, we help you express yourself!
Spruce Curated Interiors offers interior design services in Spartanburg and the surrounding area. We take pride in designing the home you’ve always wanted. We work diligently to understand your goals and lifestyle, then make the most attractive and functional recommendations. We also keep your load as light as possible by managing projects completely—including installations. Services include window treatments, upholstered furniture, bedding, rugs, lighting, and wallpaper.
Owners, Tasha & Ryan Ellison
For over 15 years, Evans Training Center has helped Upstate homeowners and businesses look their best while helping men overcome addiction and rebuild their futures. Your project is completed with excellence, and your investment helps families move from bondage and hopelessness toward freedom and thriving life in Christ. 864.844.8454
evansgoodworks.com
f Evans Training Center
Marielle Ramos-Miller & Kenneth Miller
Photo by: Rachael McIntosh Photography
ATCHISON
864.595.1234
ATCHISONTRANSPORT.COM
f ATCHISON TRANSPORTATION SERVICES
Charlita Atchison Moss, President
We build Branded Spaces, craft Brand Design, and capture Photo and Video.
Providing exceptional orthodontic care in Spartanburg and Boiling Springs.
Bryan Green, DMD, MDS | Patrick Barr, DMD
Josh & Jennifer Ridings, Owners
ROOTED IN BEAUTY. GROWN WITH INTENTION.
Full-service destination for luxury hair, scalp, and skin care. From seamless extensions and lowmaintenance color to restorative head spa rituals, including private and couples experiences and customized facials, every service is designed with healthy hair and holistic care in mind. Through our Sprout Society mentorship program, we are equally devoted to cultivating the next generation of artists while creating an elevated experience for every guest.
Spa
Haircuts . Facials . Brows & Lashes
Garan Lemarr Owner
ROOTED IN TRADITION. GUIDED BY TRUST.
For 95 years, our third-generation, family-owned agency has proudly served the Upstate and Western North Carolina—delivering personal and commercial insurance solutions, including specialized equine, farm, and ranch coverage.
William Penny Jr, CAPI, President
Lynn Penny, Vice President of Business Development
Georgie Penny, Director of Outside Play
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