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December 9, 2024

Presented by Bell, Davis & Pitt P.A.

A MESSAGE FROM BELL, DAVIS & PITT P.A.

Holiday Travel Trips

Nothing will ruin your holiday like getting pulled over. Bell, Davis & Pitt P.A. has created this simple guide to help you avoid unnecessary tickets!

1) Make Sure Your License and Registration Are up to Date

• Did you know law enforcement can run license plate numbers while driving behind you? If your vehicle’s registration is expired or the registered owner’s license is expired/suspended, they can pull you over!

2) Remove Your License Plate Cover

• It’s against the law in North Carolina to have a frame that makes part of your license plate unreadable. That includes frames the dealership gives you!

3) Watch Your Speed

• Don’t rely on the myth that you can go 10 mph over the speed limit without a ticket. Law enforcement can decide what speed over the posted limit they give you a ticket for.

If you do get a ticket, don’t worry! Just schedule your free traffic consultation with Bell, Davis & Pitt P.A.

Breaking Ground on The Grounds

Carter and Front Street Capital held a groundbreaking ceremony for their upcoming mixed-use development called “The Grounds” on Saturday, December 7.

• What: The Grounds will be an entertainment destination with retail, dining, residential, and office space occupying 100 acres surrounding Deacon Boulevard. Phase 1 of the project will feature a 42,000 square-foot retail village, a 229-unit apartment complex, and a 127,00 square-foot office building.
  
  

• The Ceremony: Over 100 people attended the ceremony, including many key figures like North Carolina Representative Donny Lambeth and Susan Wente, the President of Wake Forest University. The ceremony highlighted the teamwork and collaboration required to bring the project to life.
  
  

• When: Phase 1 is projected to finish in Summer 2026.
  
  

• Why It Matters: The Grounds will boost Winston-Salem’s reputation as an entertainment destination, drawing more out-of-town guests and positively impacting the city’s economy.

🎁 Ask your employer for a Flywheel Coworking membership! Share these benefits with them, and they might just foot the bill!

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• Flexibility: Choose from membership options that fit your needs and your employer's budget.

• Community: A hub for innovation, collaboration, and valuable networking.

Take a tour with Becca (their community manager) today.*

🗓 Events

Live Music | Recurring Events

Tuesday, December 10

• Tequila Tasting - Learn how Cristalino tequila is made and how to use it in your home creations at Alma Mexicana. 6:30 PM

• A Cappella Show - R.J. Reynolds A Cappella performs their holiday showcase at R.J. Reynolds High School. 7 PM

• Handel’s Messiah - Listen to the Winston-Salem Symphony perform this timeless oratorio at Wait Chapel. 7:30 PM

• Cookie Decorating - Decorate cookies for the holidays at Tucker’s Tap Yard! All skill levels welcome. 6 PM

Wednesday, December 11

• LinkedIn Tips - Join Greater Winston-Salem, Inc. at Goodwill (University Pkwy location) and learn how to use LinkedIn to enhance your job search and career. 11 AM

• Blues and Giving - Enjoy a night of blues music at Gas Hill Drinking Room in support of His Laboring Few Ministries! Bring a new, unwrapped toy for children ages 0-13. 6 PM

Thursday, December 12

• Christmas Musical - A holiday classic! Theatre Alliance presents “Irving Berlin's White Christmas: The Musical.” Runs through December 22.

• Holiday Concert - Listen to the Salem Band perform angel-themed music in its annual “All the Angels Sing” concert at Clemmons First Baptist Church. 7:30 PM

• Movie Night - Watch “Elf” at The Dutch Light while sipping on holiday-themed cocktails! 7:30 PM

• Holiday Hootenanny - Head to Hanesbrands Theatre for D.O.S.E. Artist Collective’s fundraising event, featuring live art demonstrations, a silent auction, and music from local artists. 6-9 PM

• A Christmas Carol - The Little Theatre of Winston-Salem presents its annual production of “A Christmas Carol” at Reynolds Place Theatre. Runs through December 22.

Friday, December 13

• Taylor Swift Night - Celebrate the music artist’s birthday at Tucker’s Tap Yard! Meet other Swifties and test your knowledge with Taylor Swift trivia. 16+ only. 5-9 PM

• Nativity According to the Gospels - 40+ Stage Company presents the story of the Nativity told using gospel music and African rhythms. Runs through Sunday at the Generations Center.

• Line Dancing - Dance to your favorite songs at Radar Brewing Company! Beginner line dance lessons start at 7 PM and are followed by an open dance from 8-10 PM.

🎄 Unwrap the fun at Kaleideum After Dark — a kid-free, holiday-inspired night out this Saturday!

• Live music by Raleigh’s Hold Tone

• Craft your own ornament

• Sip festive drinks at the rooftop hot chocolate bar

🎟️ Get your tickets early and save!

🗞 Other News

• 🎁 Gift Idea: This holiday season, give a gift that lasts a lifetime—financial empowerment! Open a Piedmont Federal Bank youth savings account for your child and set them on the path to smart money habits from day one.*
  
  

• 🎞 New Director: a/peture Cinema’s board of directors named Leigh Dyer as the new executive director. Dyer is taking over the role from Lawren Desai, a/peture’s founder who announced her resignation in September. (WFDD)
  
  

• 🏆 Ranking: Winston-Salem ranked No. 85 on WalletHub’s “Most Fun Cities in America” list. The report ranked 182 cities nationwide using three categories—entertainment & recreation, nightlife & parties, and cost.
  
  

• 👀 Coming Soon: Robert Hall, a local event venue, is opening a second location: The Nash! The Nash is located in the former Winston Cup Museum, which closed a year ago due to lawsuits. The new event venue will pay homage to the building’s automobile history and is projected to open in Fall 2025.
  
  

• ⚠️ Lane Closures: Shallowford Road over US Highway 421 will be closed indefinitely due to a crash that took place this past Friday. Starting today, High Street and the Salem Parkway exit ramp 233 B will be closed for two weeks due to construction on the eastern side of the Multi-Use Pathway.
  
  

• 💙 Homeless Awareness: WSSU’s Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity held a Homeless Awareness Week from November 18-22. The week’s events included a candlelight vigil, a community outreach project, and the 28th annual Sleep Out for the Homeless. (The Chronicle)

Window Wonderland

Downtown Winston-Salem’s storefront windows are looking festive! Vote on your favorite in the annual Window Wonderland Contest!

• What: Downtown Winston-Salem Partnership invited businesses to decorate their windows for the Window Wonderland Contest.
  
  

• Prizes: Businesses can win in two categories:

  • People’s Choice Winners – The top 3 winners will each receive a $500 prize! Winners are chosen based on community votes.

  • Celebrity Panel Winners – A celebrity panel will select a grand prize winner ($1,000), runner-up ($500), and two honorable mentions ($250).
    
    

• Voting: You can vote once every 24 hours through Monday, December 16. Winners will be announced on Wednesday, December 18.

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Upcoming Events

• Financial Class - Learn how to protect your identity through Piedmont Federal Bank’s free monthly financial literacy class at Robinhood Road Family YMCA on December 16.

• An Enchanted Christmas - Take a self-guided tour through the decorated Reynolda House after hours on December 17. Make holiday cards, listen to organ music, and enjoy a hot chocolate bar!

• Holiday Drone Light Show - Watch 500 drones light up the sky with a rendition of “A Christmas Carol” at Truist Stadium on December 21.

• Vienna Light Orchestra - Listen to world-class musicians and vocalists perform beautiful holiday music under the glow of thousands of candles on December 23 at R.J. Reynolds Auditorium.

🌀 The Wrap

• ⭐ You can meet Burgess Jenkins! The star of “Remember the Titans” and “One Tree Hill” will be signing autographs at The Remedy on December 14 to help raise funds for Brenner Children's Hospital.

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