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April 24, 2024

Gentlemen, Start Your Engines

Have you ever watched a race at Bowman Gray Stadium? Take the family out for a night of high-speed thrills this spring and summer!

• What: The 17,000-seat stadium is NASCAR’s first and longest-running weekly track, bringing entertainment to Winston-Salem since 1937. The stadium’s 76 season started last week (Saturday, April 20).

  
  

• In the News: NASCAR recently became the manager of the stadium’s racing operations after acquiring Winston-Salem Speedway Inc. NASCAR's lease with the City of Winston-Salem runs through 2050.
  
  

• When: Every Saturday at 8 PM through August.

  
  

• Price: Adult admission is $12, child admission (ages 6-11) is $2, and children ages 5 and under get in for free!

Affordable housing is a growing concern in our community, and Piedmont Federal Bank is taking action:

• Piedmont Federal sponsored and participated in the 18th Annual Fair & Affordable Housing Summit, showcasing their commitment to inclusivity.

• Piedmont Federal recently expanded mortgage options to help reach a more diverse client base in Winston-Salem for community growth and prosperity.

Contact Piedmont Federal to see how they can open doors for you.*

Events

Live Music | Recurring Events

Friday, April 26

• Jazz and Jumbalaya - Celebrate Jazz Appreciation Month with delicious food and live jazz at Delta Arts Center. 7-10 PM

• House Hangs - Come to SECCA for a live DJ, conversation, cocktails, and dinner prepared by a local chef. 5-8 PM

• Comedy Tour - Climb aboard the “jolly trolley” for a hilarious trip around town, featuring an onboard comedy show and a tasting at a local brewpub. 7 PM

Saturday, April 27

• Carolina Core Brews Fest - Celebrate craft beer culture with unlimited samples, food vendors, and a live DJ at Truist Point Stadium. 12-4 PM*

• Walk ALS - Volunteer with ALS United North Carolina at its fundraiser event at the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds. 7:30 AM

• Market Event - Shop from nearly 300 small businesses at “Southern Charm at the Farm” in Tanglewood Park. Grab lunch at one of the onsite food trucks and enjoy live music while you browse. 9 AM - 4 PM

• Garden Tour - Explore 9+ beautiful gardens in Winston-Salem on this tour with the Garden Club Council. 10 AM - 4 PM

• Fruhlingsfest - Wise Man Brewing’s spring festival features German beer, German food, and live polka music - think of it as an early Oktoberfest! 12 PM

• Mutt Strut - Run with your furry friend at the 8th annual 5K Run and Walk starting at Marketplace Mall and winding its way through Salem Creek Greenway. Proceeds benefit Forsyth Humane Society. 9 AM

• Wine-A-Ritaville - Enjoy music from the Party Parrot - the Jimmy Buffet tribute band - at Childress Vineyards and dance the night away! 6-10 PM

• Boulder Bash - Compete in FirstHand Climbing’s bouldering competition that will offer six different categories of participation. 11 AM - 2 PM

• Latin Dance - Learn the salsa and then practice your newfound skills at Incendiary Brewing in Lewisville. Dance lesson at 5 PM, dance social from 6-9 PM.

• Poetry Workshop - Learn about erasure poetry (also known as blackout poetry) and create your own poem at SECCA. 11 AM

• Bulls, Bands, and Barrels - Experience bull riding, bullfighting, and a live concert with Ian Munsick and Winston-Salem native Cooper Alan at LJVM Coliseum! 7 PM

• 5K Race - Run in the Feet for the Street 5K & 7 Miler at Salem Lake to support the Winston-Salem Street School. Check-in begins at 7:30 AM.

• Winston Junction Market - Find handmade items from local vendors, enjoy a bite from a food truck, and listen to live music at the Winston Junction Market. 11 AM - 4 PM

Sunday, April 28

• The Big Slurp - Head to Wise Man Brewing for live music, pet-themed vendors, raffles, a silent auction, and dog contests. The fundraiser event supports three local animal organizations. 1-5 PM

• Rescue for the Roses - Join Red Feather Equine Sanctuary at Medaloni Cellars for live music, fine wine, a silent auction, and the opportunity to meet a retired racehorse. 1-6 PM

• Silent Book Club - Cozy up with a good book in the company of fellow readers at Footnote Coffee. There will be designated times for mingling and reading. 3-5 PM

• Spring Market - Culture, a studio/gallery, hosts an art and craft market with over 20 artists at the Liberty Plaza Building. This market was rescheduled from last week due to weather conditions. 2-6 PM

Monday, April 29

• Run Club - Join Fiddlin’ Fish for their weekly run club! There are a variety of routes with different distances. 6 PM

• Swing Class - Take a beginner or intermediate dance class with Vintage Swing at The Prescott. 6:30-9 PM

Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist is excited to host SummerLark at Bailey Park on May 11! Experience a special performance by Barenaked Ladies and Winston-Salem's own Crenshaw Pentecostal, all in support of the Cancer Patient Support Program to ensure that no one faces cancer alone.

BONUS: Photo booths and food trucks are onsite to make the day more memorable! Get your tickets now at Ticketmaster.com.*

Other News

• Art: Two letters from the former Winston Tower have a new home! The “W” and “S” now sit off of Liberty Street right by Camel City BBQ and will be illuminated at night.
  
  

• Sale: City Beverage Co’s semi-annual tent sale is this Saturday, April 27. Shop from hundreds of cases of wines and beers with discounts of up to 60%.
  
  

• Ranking: Winston-Salem ranked No. 15 on WalletHub’s “Best Large Cities to Start a Business” list this year. Other North Carolina cities that made the list included Charlotte (No. 3), Durham (No. 9), and Raleigh (No. 11).
  
  

• Save the Date: Samaritan Ministries’ annual bike ride fundraiser, Tour de Llama, takes place on Saturday, June 22. Participants can choose between a 21, 38, or 60-mile bike route, all of which end at Divine Llama Vineyards.
  
  

• Grand Opening: Celebrate the opening of Golf Galaxy in the Thruway Center this weekend, April 26-28! Stop by for games, prizes, giveaways, and more. P.S. According to Monday’s poll, a few of you enjoy playing golf, though the majority prefer riding in golf carts 😄
  
  

• Flowers: Dogwood Farms in Belews Creek plans to open its poppy fields to the public this Saturday, April 27. The farm will host its Poppy Festival the following weekend on Saturday, May 4, featuring hot air balloon rides! Make sure you also check out these other nearby flower farms.
  
  

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Upcoming Events

• Cornhole Tournament - Piedmont Federal Bank is proud to sponsor the Camel City Cornhole Tournament at Camel City BBQ Factory on April 30.

• Kentucky Derby Party - Join the Trellis Supportive Care Foundation Leadership for food, live music, and a live stream of the Kentucky Derby at The Atrium at Biotech Place on May 4.

• SummerLark - Barenaked Ladies performs at Bailey Park on May 11 for Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist’s annual benefit concert. Listen to music, grab a bite from a food truck, and enjoy a spectacular fireworks finale!

The Wrap

• 🦀 Have you been to The Downtown Grille? We recommend trying the crab dip!

• 🎟 Team member Jacob is looking forward to seeing Trevor Noah at LJVM Coliseum on April 30; he won free tickets from a raffle at Joymongers Barrel Hall last week!

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