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August 4, 2025

👥 Expand Your Network

People say it’s not about what you know, but who you know. Let’s be honest, finding ways to network with other professionals can be difficult—that’s why we’ve compiled a guide of networking groups in Winston-Salem!

• Winston Under 40 | Promotes talent recruitment and development through networking socials and professional development lectures & workshops | Free to join
  
  

• The Junior League of Winston-Salem | Women’s organization that impacts the community through programming like Kids in the Kitchen and BookWORM | $225 new member fees & dues
  
  

• Winston-Salem Urban League: Young Professionals | Supports the Urban League movement through volunteerism, philanthropy, and membership development | $40 membership dues
  
  

• Young Samaritans | Cares for the hungry and unhoused population of Greater Winston-Salem through volunteering and fundraising | Free to join

🏠 Thinking of moving? Leonard Ryden Burr Real Estate is here to help—check out their housing reports for these popular neighborhoods in Winston-Salem!

• Ardmore | This quaint and highly walkable neighborhood features eclectic homes built in the mid-century, including Craftsman and Victorian styles.

• Sherwood Forest | You’ll love this neighborhood’s classic brick homes, strong sense of community, and easy access to city amenities.

• Buena Vista | A mix of charming stone cottages and elegant Colonial homes makes this one of Winston’s most picturesque neighborhoods.

Leonard Ryden Burr Real Estate is your trusted guide to Winston-Salem homes. Let their expert agents help you find the perfect place—contact them today!*

🗓 Events

Live Music | Recurring Events

Tuesday, August 5

• Superhero Concert - Salem Band performs music from your favorite superhero movies at Salem Square! Free to attend. 7:30 PM

• Cooking Class - Prepare delicious plant-based meals like paprika corn ribs in a hands-on class at Southern Home & Kitchen. 6 PM

• Sip & Improv - Play improv games with Spring Theatre at this adults-only Kaleideum event! 6 PM

• Mahjong 101 - Learn the basics of Mahjong from Camel City Mahjong at Footnote Coffee! Starts at 10 AM with the option to attend the Lunch ‘n Learn strategy session at 12 PM.

Wednesday, August 6

• Author Talk - Marjan Kamali discusses her book, “The Lion Women of Tehran,” and hosts a book signing at Bookmarks! Free to attend. 6:30 PM

• Decor DIY - Create a preserved moss centerpiece for your dining table at M&A Design Studio. 6 PM

• Candle Workshop - Hand-pour two custom soy wax candles at Footnote Coffee. Kid-friendly! 6 PM

Thursday, August 7

• Free Yoga - Take a deep breath. Join Lotus Yoga Academy for an outdoor yoga session at Bailey Park. 6 PM

• Studio Takeover - Visit Kaleideum’s Try It! Studio to dream up and design plans for The Grounds, an upcoming mixed-use destination near Deacon Boulevard. 10 AM - 12 PM

• Paired Dinner - Fried chicken and champagne? Try this paring for yourself at The Caviste. Seatings between 5:30-7:30 PM. Reservation required.

• Business Mixer - Meet and mingle with fellow professionals at Childress Vineyards. 5:30-7:30 PM

Friday, August 8

• The Prince of Egypt - Do you remember this ‘90s film? Experience the musical adaptation at Theatre Alliance—and yes, the songs hit just as hard as you remember. Runs through August 17.

• Improv Show - Watch Foolish Mortals, Winston-Salem’s local improv troupe, perform at Camel City Playhouse! 7:30 PM

• Latin Jam Night - Head to Chad’s Chai for a vocal performance and collaborative painting experience with Natasha Dennis. Free to attend. 7 PM

• Movie Night - Watch Disney’s “Planes” at the sports field at Crossnore! Food truck onsite. Movie starts at sundown.

• Downtown Jazz - Listen to Nicholas Cole and Saundra Ross perform jazzy tunes at Corpening Plaza. Concessions available. 6:30 PM

• Girls’ Movie Night - Watch “Freaker Friday” with the Winston Girls Club at The Grand! 5:30 PM

• Friday Night Float - Unwind from your week with a float down the river and a potluck dinner at Easy Bend Farms. 6:30-10 PM

• Night Market - Head to Gypsy Road Brewing for a vendor market, live music from Gipsy Danger, and Deli’s Taco Truck. 5-9 PM

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🗞 Other News

• 📷 Save the Date: Low Five Analog Archive opens its doors Saturday, August 16, at 535 N Trade Street! Low Five will feature an in-house film lab, plus a curated selection of cameras, film, vinyl, and more. Stop by during the grand opening for food vendors, raffles, and exclusive merch!
  
  

• ✏️ Education: Anderson Academy holds its ribbon-cutting ceremony this Wednesday! Located on Crossnore’s campus, the tuition-free public charter school will welcome approximately 100 students in grades K-4 on Monday, August 11. The school plans to add 5th grade for the 2026-27 school year.
  
  

• 🚓 Events: National Night Out is tomorrow, August 5—you can participate with the City of Winston-Salem at Calvary Baptist Church and the Town of Lewisville at Shallowford Square! Meet local law enforcement and emergency services personnel while enjoying games, demonstrations, music, and more.
  
  

• 💙 Nonprofit: The Bethesda Center will hold its Sleep Out with Purpose fundraiser event in Two Cities Church’s parking lot on Friday. The event aims to raise awareness and support for those experiencing homelessness through educational programming and a chance to sleep out in solidarity. Register here.
  
  

• 🏆 Ranking: Winston-Salem is the No. 4 best place for food manufacturing in the nation, according to a report by Global Location Strategies. The ranking—which is up from No. 10 in 2024—could attract more food manufacturing companies to set up operations in Winston-Salem.
  
  

• ☕️ Now Open: Forsyth Central Library’s new cafe, Book Nook, is now open! Owned by the team behind Washington Perk, the cafe offers coffee drinks, frappes, smoothies, baked goods, and grab ‘n go deli options. Pair your order with one of these top checked-out books from 2024!

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Upcoming Events

• Kaleideum After Dark - Challenge your friends to Guitar Hero and Super Smash Bros, navigate a life-size Ms. Pac-Man maze, and explore Kaleideum at this 21+ only event on August 9.

• 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.

🌀 The Wrap

• 🍂 The cooler weather has been a welcome relief—and it has us dreaming about these fall getaways.

• 👀 Did you see the Goodyear Blimp floating above Winston-Salem on Friday?

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