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August 7, 2024

Presented by ICON Custom Builders

A MESSAGE FROM ICON CUSTOM BUILDERS

Transform Your Home

Do you love your home but crave a new kitchen, a remodeled bath, or more living space? Contact ICON Custom Builders for their expertise in creating stunning transformations.

The Team: Their full-service design-build team has been remodeling homes in neighborhoods across Winston-Salem for 20 years. ICON has project managers, design coordinators, and a master craftsman all in-house, ensuring a seamless renovation process.

Why it Matters: A full-service design-build team means you will have experts walking you through every stage of the process. From picking out cabinetry and hardware to figuring out ideal lighting placement, their team will be with you every step of the way.

Zoom in: Follow ICON on social media for a behind-the-scenes look at their remodeling process!

Check out these recent transformations:

• Carolina | 1950 | Finished the attic to create an additional bedroom, bathroom, and living space. 

• Georgia | 1928 | Enlarged the kitchen, and updated the laundry room and powder bath.

• Hertford | 1970s | Transformed the existing garage and kitchen into a larger kitchen, beverage bar, mudroom, laundry room, and office area.

Big Time Tennis

The Winston-Salem Open is nearly here! The internationally acclaimed tennis tournament will be held August 17-24 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 15 of the top 50 tennis players in the world; returning fans may recognize several winners from previous years, like Sebastian Baez (‘23) and Adrian Mannarino (‘22).
  
  

• Amenities: Fans can expect more food trucks, bars, and shaded seating this year. New amenities include live music between matches and Rally Row seating - premium on-court seating featuring VIP hospitality.
  
  

• Special Events: On Community Day (8/17), bring donations to secure one free reserved seat. On Kids Day (also 8/17), kids ages 6-12 can enjoy tennis-related activities with special guests. Check the Winston-Salem Open website for more specials like discounted days, tennis clinics, and more!

Greater Winston-Salem Inc. won the 2024 Chamber of the Year Award! The award recognizes the Chamber’s organizational strength and its impact on Winston-Salem, which includes:

• $803.7 million in capital investment

• Over 2,000 jobs generated since 2020

• $889,000 in Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) grants distributed

Learn more about Greater Winston-Salem Inc. and how it can help your business succeed.*

Events

Live Music | Recurring Events

Saturday, August 10

• 2nd Saturday - Bring the family to NCMA Winston-Salem (formerly SECCA) and unleash your creativity! Guests will create a monochromatic piece of art using paper, fabric, paint, and found objects. 11 AM - 2 PM

• Dogfight the Musical - Theatre Alliance presents Dogfight, an unexpected love story set in the 1960s. Rated R. Runs through August 18.

• Sidewalk Sale - Save 40-50% on name-brand, warm-weather clothing at Mast General Store. Sale runs through Sunday.

• Spoil Your Dog - Celebrate National Spoil Your Dog Day at Howlin' at the Moon Bakery! There will be adoptable dogs, ice cream (for both dogs and humans), mini pools, and vendors. 4-7 PM

• Salem Creek Stomp - Explore Getaway Nature Preserve and investigate the health of Salem Creek by conducting water quality experiments and identifying local wildlife. 10 AM

• Ribbon Cutting - Celebrate the new mural of The “5” Royales at the Big Winston Warehouse with a live DJ, food trucks, and drinks from Fiddlin’ Fish and Broad Branch Distillery. 1-4 PM

• Historical Experience - Learn about the Catawba Nation, watch a cultural song and dance performance, and view North Carolina Native American artifacts at Historic Bethabara Park. Free admission. 1:30-4:30 PM

• Funk Soul Festival - Enjoy delicious soul food while listening to soul music from performers like Paul Anthony at the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds. 3:30-11 PM

• Community Day - Make the last weekend before school starts one for the kids to remember! Join Delta Art Center for face painting, bounce houses, a visit from Bolt, and more. 10 AM - 5 PM

• Kaleideum After Dark - Discover the science of beer with Radar Brewing, make your own bottle opener, and explore Kaleideum at this 21+ only event. 6:30-9:30 PM

• Cat Video Fest - Watch over an hour of the latest and best cat videos at Foothills Tasting Room! Ten percent of ticket sales will be donated to Forsyth Humane Society. Starts at dark (~8:30 PM).

• Vintage Market - Shop vintage clothing from 24+ vendors at ALV Nightclub. Grab food from The Kuya Bear Food and El Veneno food trucks while you shop! 11 AM - 5 PM

• Baseball - Cheer on the Dash as they take on the Greenville Drive at Truist Stadium! Theme nights include Tailgates & Touchdowns and a rebrand to the Malmö Oat Milkers. Games Saturday and Sunday.

Sunday, August 11

• Cocktail Class - Join Easytalk at the bar to learn about making sour cocktails. Tickets include 2 full-sized cocktails, a cocktail guide, and bar snacks. 4 PM

• Line Dancing - Learn beginner line dances at Tucker’s Tap Yard as part of their second anniversary celebration! 2-3:30 PM

• She Tris Sprint Triathlon - Compete solo or on a relay team in this all-woman triathlon starting at Clemmons West Recreational Association. 8 AM

• Farm Day - Find premium, locally-raised meats from Rivas Ranch at Wise Man Brewing. Bring the kids along to meet the farm animals! 2-4 PM

Monday, August 12 (First Day of School)

• Auditions - The Little Theatre of Winston-Salem holds auditions for the first musical of its 90th season, Little Shop of Horrors. Auditions take place August 12 and 13 at 6-8 PM.

• Mom Mingle - Meet up with other moms at East of Texas! Come solo or bring your kids. 9:30 AM

Other News

• Celebrate: Are you coming up on a wedding anniversary? Treat yourself or your special someone to a gift from Windsor Jewelers. Explore the spectacular designer jewelry and fine Swiss timepieces that are in store or let Windsor Jewelers design a piece that belongs to only you. Personalize your treasure or revive a family keepsake today!*
  
  

• Opening: Sunless Body Spray Tan Studio celebrates its grand opening on Saturday, August 10, at 205 S Stratford Road. The spray tan studio helps guests develop tans without using the harmful UV rays of the sun or tanning beds.
  
  

• Music: SummerFest 2024 is August 10 - September 15. The unique music series from Music Carolina features eleven performances with chamber music, jazz, and more. The opening concert, “Something Wonderful: Rodgers and Hammerstein Songbook,” takes place Saturday, August 10, at Hanesbrands Theatre.
  
  

• Transportation: You may have noticed green electric scooters around the city - Winston-Salem’s new scooter operator, Lime, is placing 200 units throughout the city for public use. Riders can use the scooters 24 hours a day, but scooters cannot be used on sidewalks or greenways.
  
  

• Now Open: Kingdom recently opened at 6000 Meadowbrook Mall Court. The shop specializes in K-pop merchandise, romance books, and baked goods, reflecting the owners' diverse interests.
  
  

• Medicine: Novant Health has been recognized as one of the “Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion” for the fifth consecutive year by Disability:IN and the American Association of People with Disabilities. The healthcare company achieved a score of 100 on the Disability Equality Index®.
  
  

• New Location: Hive, a lifestyle boutique that opened in 2021, moved to its new space at 131 Oakwood Drive. The locally-owned boutique sells clothing, artwork, home and gift decor, and jewelry.

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Upcoming Events

• Men Who Cook - Local male amateur chefs battle it out in SECU Family House’s annual fundraising event at Legacy Stables on August 17.

• Winston-Salem Open - Enjoy all the drinks, food, and fan perks while watching 15 of the world's top 50 players compete from August 17-24.

The Wrap

• 🌧 Tropical Storm Debby is bringing a lot of rain our way - check out our rainy day guide for fun indoor activities!

• 🏅 Have you been watching the Olympics? Team USA currently has 27 gold medals and 94 medals overall!

THANK YOU TO OUR PARTNERS

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