August 6, 2025

👩 Winston Girls Club

Galina Savoye, a newcomer to Winston-Salem, struggled to make friends—so she launched the Winston Girls Club to help women in the city get connected.

Meetup at Dive Bar. Photo courtesy of Winston Girls Club.

  • What: Winston Girls Club is a social group open to women in Winston-Salem. Expect a mix of free and ticketed social events like casual meetups, movie nights, and crafting workshops.

  • Backstory: Galina and her husband moved to Winston-Salem in 2023. Galina struggled to make friends as a transplant, which inspired her to create Winston Girls Club this past March!

  • What They’re Saying: “The events are so nice—they’re super low pressure. A lot of people are coming by themselves and don’t know anyone, so it gives you an opportunity to meet people and let things happen naturally.” - Maggie

  • Upcoming Event: The Winston Girls Club hosts a “Freakier Friday” movie night this Friday at The Grand!

➡️ THREE reasons homeowners decided to renovate with ICON Custom Builders!

🗓 Events

Saturday, August 9

  • 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. 6:30-9:30 PM*

  • Cat Video Fest - Watch a compilation of the latest and best cat videos at Foothills Tasting Room! 7 PM

  • Books, Barbecue & Bingo - Enjoy a barbecue dinner and bingo rounds at Biotech Place! Plus, be one of the first to learn the author lineup for this year’s Bookmarks Festival. Registration closes tonight, August 6.

  • Fermentation Workshop - Learn how to preserve foods through fermentation in this hands-on class at Crafted Kitchen. 10 AM

  • Disney Concert - Listen to Martha Bassett and a musical ensemble perform classic Disney songs at Salem College. 7:30 PM

  • Kids in the Kitchen - Kids ages 7-12 learn to make various back-to-school-inspired lunches at Southern Home & Kitchen. 10 AM

  • Family Art Day - Create black and white block prints at NCMA Winston-Salem and explore the galleries for free! 11 AM - 2 PM

  • Historical Celebration - Learn about the connections between the Cherokee People and the early Moravians at Historic Bethabara Park. 1:30-4:30 PM

  • Anniversary Party - Celebrate three years of Tucker’s Tap Yard with a foam machine, karaoke, the Lomo House food truck, and Salty Paws Doggie Ice Cream! 5 PM

  • Sunrise Paddle - Hey there, early risers. Take your kayak out on Salem Lake to catch the sunrise—registration required. 5-7 AM

  • Back to School Market - Shop clothing, children's books, flowers, coffee, and more at 406 Harvey Street! 9 AM - 12 PM

Sunday, August 10

  • Supper Series - Enjoy a four-course dinner at The Katharine paired with spirits from Broad Branch Distillery. 5:30 PM

  • Nature & Art - Explore the world of cyanotype printing and art photography at My Garden Blooms. Bonus: Make a bouquet using the flower bar! 2 PM

  • Cocktail Class - Join easytalk at the bar to learn how to elevate your at-home cocktail game using ice. 4 PM

  • Paint Your Partner - Attempt to paint your partner at The Playground Golf & Sports Bar! Free to attend. 5:30 PM

  • Farmers Mini Market -Shop from farmers and local vendors in Fiddlin’ Fish’s taproom. 12-4 PM

  • Mindful-Mess - Craft multiple collages inspired by various prompts at Dabble Art Bar! 2 PM

  • Boots & Soul - Head to Real World Ballroom for a day of line dancing where country meets soul. 12:30-4:30 PM

Monday, August 11

  • Bookshop Storytime - Did you know The Bookhouse in Reynolda Village has storytime every Monday? 10:30 AM

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🗞 Other News

  • 🎉 Now Open: Kernersville native Montgomery Hedgecock has opened The Pink Door, a clothing boutique shop, at 111 N Main Street in Kernersville. Additionally, Denisa Csillik has opened Heima Nest&Nook, a drop-in childcare and parent lounge at 107 Fair Oaks Lane in Winston-Salem.

  • 🏌️‍♂️ Local Legend: Wake Forest alumnus Cameron Young won the Wyndham Championship on Sunday! The victory marks his first PGA TOUR win and has secured him a spot in the upcoming TOUR Championship.

  • Donate: Send a local veteran or first responder to a Dash game! Your $10 donation secures them a spot at the final home game of the season on Sunday, September 7. Bonus: The Dash will match each donation!

  • 🏆 Tourism: A record-breaking number of tourists visited Winston-Salem this past fiscal year, according to Visit Winston-Salem. The Clash at Bowman Gray Stadium and Visit Winston-Salems marketing campaign are two major factors credited with boosting the numbers. (WXII 12)

  • ✏️ Education: The Educator Warehouse has reopened for the academic year! Located at Diggs-Latham Elementary School, the Educator Warehouse provides teachers with school supplies for free, which are secured through community donations. Sign up to volunteer or donate today!

  • 🚀 Impact: Business incubator, urban farming, affordable housing—the S.G. Atkins Enterprise Center is a force for revitalization in East Winston. Read the story! (The Chronicle)

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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.

🌀 The Wrap

  • 🥳 Happy 50th birthday to Hanes Mall!

  • 🏊 Get in one last dip at these public pools before they close on Sunday, August 10!

  • 👨‍💻 Team member Jacob has loved working from Lot 63’s Underground this week—think chill vibes, comfy chairs, and did we mention they now serve avocado toast?

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