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August 11, 2025

Presented by Piedmont Federal Bank

A MESSAGE FROM PIEDMONT FEDERAL BANK

Money Milestones by Decade

Wherever you are in life, it’s good to check in on your money plans.

• Teens and Students: Kick off smart money habits with a Student Checking Account and build good credit early.
  
  

• 20s and Young Adults: Set up a budget using the 50/30/20 rule and round up your debit card purchases to the next dollar — Piedmont Federal will match your savings up to 15%!*
  
  

• Thirty and Thriving: Looking at your first home purchase? Piedmont Federal can help you get mortgage-ready and walk you through every step.
  
  

• Fabulous 40s and 50s: Balance building wealth and raising a family! Automate savings for big goals and contribute consistently to your 401(k) or Roth IRA.
  
  

• 60s and beyond: Create a spending plan based on fixed income, review your wealth transfer options for family members, and watch out for scams and fraud.

Visit your local Piedmont Federal Bank to start a conversation.

🎾 It’s Time For Tennis

The Winston-Salem Open kicks off this Saturday! From August 16–23, some of the world’s top tennis players will compete right here in Winston-Salem, at the Wake Forest University Tennis Complex.

• What: The Winston-Salem Open is the last Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) World Tour 250 event before the US Open. Winston-Salem first hosted the men’s tournament in 2011.
  
  

• Who: This year’s event features 12 of the top 50 tennis players in the world; returning fans may recognize several winners from previous years, like Lorenzo Sonego (‘24) and Sebastian Baez (‘23).
  
  

• The Experience: Expect food trucks, themed drinks, shaded seating, and “On-Court VIP” seating.
  
  

• Special Events: Each day of the tournament features special discounts/events, such as Kids Day (Aug 16), Educator Appreciation Day (Aug 17), and College Night (Aug 18).

🤸🏽‍♀️ Get your kid moving at Salem Gymnastics & Swim—where they’ll build skills, boost confidence, and have a ton of fun! Here’s what they offer:

• Gymnastics | From preschool and beginners to advanced gymnasts and competitive teams, there’s something for everyone.

• Swim Programs | Their swim programs support every stage of development, from 3 months and preschool to 5 and older.

• Ninja Classes | This program combines flipping, climbing, obstacles, and high energy — ideal for active kids.*

🗓 Events

Live Music | Recurring Events

Tuesday, August 12

• Superhero Concert - Salem Band performs music from your favorite superhero movies at Salem Square! Free to attend. Rescheduled from August 5 due to rain. 7 PM

• Baseball Games - Watch the Dash take on the Asheville Tourists at Truist Stadium all week! Theme nights include ‘90s Country Night, the Tobacco Beetles rebrand, and Dinos at the Dash.

• Tennis Social - Has the Winston-Salem Open put tennis on your mind? Head to Ski and Tennis Station to meet fellow tennis players, watch live demos, and connect with industry guests. 4-7 PM

• Author Talk - Dr. Karen Benjamin, author of “Good Parents, Better Homes & Great Schools,” discusses how housing segregation was sold to the public at Knollwood Baptist Church. 11:30 AM

Wednesday, August 13

• Comedy Show - Enjoy a night of stand-up comedy at Bar Nola for free—no joke! 7 PM

• Free Art Class - Use watercolors to paint a meadow butterfly at the Generations Center. Registration required. 1 PM

• Beer & Brass - Celebrate Oktoberfest early at Footnote Coffee! Enjoy warm pretzels and Foothills’ Oktoberfest brew while listening to The Ardmore Brass Quintet! 6 PM

Thursday, August 14

• Bookish DIY - Design a custom tote bag or mini bookshelf at Byrdhouse Books! 7 PM

• Line Dancing - Learn boot-scootin’ moves at Breathe Cocktail Lounge! Lesson at 7 PM followed by open dance at 8:30 PM.

• Paint Your Pet - Create a cartoon painting of your pet at Wine & Design! The Cordial Cowboy will be serving NA and alcohol alternative drinks. 7 PM

• Paired Dinner - Enjoy mussels and fries paired with wine at The Caviste. Seatings from 5:30-7:30 PM.

Friday, August 15

• Souljam Session - Head to Robert Hall for a live performance from Souljam, drinks from Thirsty Buffalo, food from Gianno’s. Bonus: Your ticket comes with a free drink! 7 PM - 12 AM

• Free Outdoor Screening - Watch the cult classic “(500) Days of Summer” at Foothills Tasting Room. Movie starts at dusk.

• Art Crush - Head to the Arts District for a block party with live performances, art galleries, and local vendors & artists. 7-10 PM

• End of Summer Bash - Celebrate the end of summer at The Porch with live music, cotton candy, face painting, yard games, and a lemonade stand! 4-9 PM

• Jazz, Poetry & Wine - Listen to local poet Spencer Aubrey and original jazz compositions from the Dave Fox Group at Acadia Foods. 7:30 PM

• Outdoor Movie - Watch “School of Rock” and jam out to its iconic soundtrack at Bailey Park! 7 PM

🗞 Other News

• ⚽️ Sports: Soccer is back at Wake Forest! Don’t miss the home openers—Women on Aug. 14 and Men on Aug. 21. Both teams are national powerhouses, with the women reaching the College Cup last year and the men winning the 2024 ACC title!*
  
  

• 💰 Funding: North Carolina awarded $500,000 to the Piedmont Triad Regional Council for the Piedmont Greenway, a planned 19-mile shared-use path that will connect Salem Lake to Summerfield in Guilford County. The grant money was allocated for Phases 1 and 2 of Piedmont Greenway’s Triad Park/Reedy Fork segment.
  
  

• 📅 Save the Date: Calling all entrepreneurs! Converge South, a two-day entrepreneurship conference, takes place September 4 & 5 at Biotech Place. Attendees can expect investor keynotes, one-on-one investor meetings, and a startup expo featuring 75 companies.
  
  

• 🎨 Art: Register for Sawtooth’s fall classes and workshops starting tomorrow, August 12! The fall session has over 250 offerings, ranging from embroidery and woodworking to photography and 3D modeling. Did you know Sawtooth is celebrating 80 years in Winston-Salem? (Forsyth Woman)
  
  

• 🕹 Opening: Game On Brewpub opens at 727 E Mountain Street in Kernersville this Friday! The brewpub will have arcade games, an outdoor patio area, and a full-service bar and restaurant.
  
  

• 🌠 Look Up: The annual Perseid meteor shower peaks August 11 & 12! The meteor shower began in mid-July and will continue through late August. For the best viewing experience, watch the sky between midnight and dawn. (WXII 12)

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Upcoming Events

• Salem Sampler - Take your kids to Salem Gymnastics & Swim on August 17 to sample swim lessons, gymnastics classes, or ninja classes—for free!

• Evening in the Atrium - Listen to the Matt Kendrick Trio perform while enjoying small bites from The Downtown Grille at 500 W 5th on August 21.

• Forsyth Gem, Mineral, Fossil & Jewelry Show - Discover custom jewelry, watch artisan demonstrations, and browse lapidary tools at the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds Event Center from September 5-7.

🌀 The Wrap

• ✏️ Welcome back to routine. School is back in session this week!

• 😍 What’s your favorite local food truck? Let us know!

THANK YOU TO OUR PARTNERS

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