Before we begin April, we’re here to pay homage to the best things we saw this March. (#ProTip: read now for icebreakers for the next patio networking event you’re at, now that it’s officially spring.) This month, our readers got hyped about weekend brunch, plastic bags, a proposed development along the Reedy River, + more.

Top Conversation: Would a plastic bag fee work in GVL?
Greenville City Councilman Russell Stall is floating the idea of placing fees on plastic bags, to prevent the bags from floating in the city’s waterways. Our readers made some very strong points in the comments section for both sides of the topic.

Reader Wendy H. suggested: “Perhaps a multi-pronged approach would work? Reward positive behavior – give consumers a credit of 5 cents for each bag they bring? Charge those who don't…. If the "government" collects the fee, be transparent about how much is collected and where it is going. Set goals. Make it fun!”

A few more of March’s most engaging conversations:

12 free things to do in Greenville
We love eating, shopping, concerts, and giving back to the community – but sometimes that leaves our wallets feeling a little... light. Try exploring our free parks or biking trails, taking in our free concert series or enjoying our art museum events.
20 weekend brunch options in Greenville, S.C.
The one you’ve all been asking for… the best meal of any mid-morning or early afternoon… our starter guide to enjoying some great sunrise sustenance.
Art museums and conference center proposed on the Reedy River
This most recent proposed development would be a combination of a new home for the Bob Jones Art Gallery, more space for the Greenville County Museum of Art, and a larger civic event center – all off River Street.

Top clicked link: Woodruff Road relief? Bypass should be open by summer, with new bike and pedestrian path (Greenville News)
With 692 clicks, it’s what we all want to hear: traffic relief on Woodruff Road. A bypass near Verdae Boulevard should be open by summer.

Other top clicked links:

Winehouse Greenville is now open on Haywood Road, and we’ve heard it has quite the elegant atmosphere. Check out the Instagram video here (495 of our readers already have).
Greenville Landmarks, framed print (ShopGVL): We love this item so much that we have it in our own homes. It looks like we’re not alone; the link received 489 clicks.

Top comment: Asked: “When’s the 2019 Greek Fest?”
"That's my kind of event! Excuse for a trip to SC!!" – @pennycrim

Other top comments:

Highlighting Sushi GO, just off NOMA Square
"A definite favorite of ours! If you’re in the downtown area or not come and check it out! 🍣 🍣 🍣" – @christinepoulson

Greenlink’s new electronic TouchPass system
"Great picture! We love the city we serve!" – @palmettopoolsandspa