PAL: Play Advocate Live Well

09/08/2026

The Spartanburg Area Transportation Study (SPATS) Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) is updating its 2050 Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP) which guides transportation investments across the region over the next 25 years. PAL: Play Advocate Live Well for safe spaces for pedestrians and cyclists as part of our mission to create opportunities for active living and healthy eating for everyone, centered around Spartanburg County.

Want your voice to be heard? Tap on the links below to access the SPATS project prioritization and comment form.

https://sc-stateplanning.com/spats-2050-lrtp/project-prioritization

https://sc-stateplanning.com/spats-2050-lrtp/comment-form

09/04/2026

Beat the heat this Labor Day weekend with fun on the water at Duncan Park! Tap on the link for rental information. 💚 https://wheneverwatersports.com/spartanburg

09/02/2026

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The trail system within a major Spartanburg park is set to be expanded. Officials will soon host an event to provide more information on those plans. (Full story below.)

08/28/2026

Members of the community are encouraged to attend a public information session on the plan and schedule of trail improvements at Duncan Park. This event is happening on September 9th at the C.C. Woodson Community Center (210 Bomar Avenue, Spartanburg, SC 29306) beginning at 5:30pm. Plan highlights include:
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Surfacing the existing gravel trail which hugs the tree line behind Veteran’s Point Memorial Park;
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Installing a boardwalk off North Park Drive which will allow pedestrians and cyclists to avoid the Rivermont Drive intersection;
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Adding two (2) three-way stop signs at the intersection of Parkview Drive, Carolyn Drive, and West Park Drive, as well as the South Park Drive and Parkview Drive intersection; and,
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Expanding offroad sections of the trail, extending the perimeter of the Duncan Park Lake trail.

A panel of representatives from PAL and the City of Spartanburg will present information and answer questions from attendees. Email [email protected] for more information.

08/20/2026

We want to thank the 300 or so people who came out on Tuesday evening for our Saluda Grade Trail information session! The excitement and energy made for an amazing night, and we are looking forward to working with y’all as plans continue to develop. Stay in touch - sign up for our emails at the link in our profile! 💚

PAL advocates for opportunities for active living and healthy eating for everyone, centered around Spartanburg County. The Saluda Grade Trail will bring 31.5 miles of walkable path for folks out for a stroll, bikers, hikers, joggers, wheelchairs, strollers, and other forms of exercise and play!

08/18/2026

This Saturday! Join PAL, Hub City Gym, and instructor Ellen King for a Sunrise Tai Chi class at the Balmer Foundation Watershed Amphitheater on the Mary Black Rail Trail.

As the sun rises over the trail, participants will be guided through the slow, intentional movements of Tai Chi - a gentle practice that combines movement and mindful breathing to improve balance, flexibility, coordination, focus, and overall well-being.

If you’ve ever wanted to try Tai Chi, this is the perfect opportunity. The class is beginner-friendly, and no experience is necessary.

Experience the trail at one of its quietest and most beautiful times of day while starting your morning with movement, fresh air, and good company.

✅ RSVP at the link in our profile!

Please wear comfortable clothes, and don’t forget to bring a water bottle! No donation necessary to attend.

08/13/2026

The Fresh Stops program is made possible through a generous grant from First Presbyterian Church - Spartanburg, and the PAL Food Hub is proud to partner with the City of Spartanburg and First Steps to bring it to four (4) locations in Spartanburg! Members of the community are invited to pick up fresh, local food from our refrigerated coolers at the Dr. T.K. Gregg Community Center and C.C. Woodson Community Center, and families of students at The Franklin School and Highland Early Learning Center may pick up from those locations, as well. All items are free and new deliveries arrive on Wednesdays!

Last year more than 5,200 pounds of apples, oranges, peaches, and milk pints were distributed.

08/11/2026

Join PAL, Hub City Gym, and instructor Ellen King for a Sunrise Tai Chi class at the Balmer Foundation Watershed Amphitheater on the Mary Black Rail Trail.

As the sun rises over the trail, participants will be guided through the slow, intentional movements of Tai Chi - a gentle practice that combines movement and mindful breathing to improve balance, flexibility, coordination, focus, and overall well-being.

If you’ve ever wanted to try Tai Chi, this is the perfect opportunity. The class is beginner-friendly, and no experience is necessary.

Experience the trail at one of its quietest and most beautiful times of day while starting your morning with movement, fresh air, and good company.

RSVP here: https://tinyurl.com/4ewajt3j

Please wear comfortable clothes, and don’t forget to bring a water bottle! No donation necessary to attend.

08/10/2026

Wanna get in on the farmers’ market movement but can’t find the time to make it over on Saturday mornings? The PAL Food Hub has got ya covered! Many of the same Saturday market vendors also provide fresh food through our online ordering platform - but the best part is that you can choose to have it delivered FOR FREE or pick it up from one of our locations that’s convenient for you. Order by Mondays at 2pm, have your food in hand on Thursday! Link in profile!