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July 28, 2025

👉 There’s a Guide For That

Did you know we have over 72 guides on our website? Whether you're visiting Winston-Salem for the first time or a longtime local looking for hidden gems, our guides are your “go-to” resource for discovering everything this vibrant city has to offer.

• Bakeries | From classics like Bobby Boy and Louie & Honey to allergen-friendly bakeries like To Your Health, consult this guide when you’re craving something sweet.
  
  

• Breweries | Winston-Salem’s breweries are more than just a spot to grab local brews—they’re also great places to gather with your friends, sing karaoke, and play a round or two of trivia.
  
  

• Pizza | There’s no shortage of pizza places in Winston-Salem! Whether you love New York-style, Neapolitan, or Sicilian, explore your options using our guide.
  
  

• Theaters | We’re called the City of Arts and Innovation for a reason! Embrace your artsy side and watch talented locals perform at these theater companies.
  
  

• Sports Leagues | Volleyball, tennis, soccer, even Gaelic football—sports leagues are a perfect way to connect with other adults while staying active.

Three types of workers you will meet at Flywheel Coworking;

1. Entrepreneur/Business Owners | From legal to creative business owners, you will find a variety of entrepreneurs at Flywheel, like David K.

2. Remote Workers | Flywheel has various remote workers from all industries — including legal, education, finance, marketing, and more — like Donny W.

3. Small Teams | Small companies of 2-3 people to large teams of 10, like Salem Presbyterian Church

Join the Flywheel community—check out their flexible memberships and find your perfect coworking spot!*

🗓 Events

Live Music | Recurring Events

Tuesday, July 29

• Twilight Open - Fore! Watch Twilight Golf Club’s annual fundraising tournament at Reynolds Park! Proceeds benefit First Tee - Central Carolina. 5:30 PM

• Baseball - The Dash play the Greenville Drive at Truist Stadium all week—don’t miss their Hype Hen rebrand starting on Friday!

• Flowers & Art - Create a mixed media floral collage and flower arrangement at Meadow Lane Flower Farm. 10 AM

• Mom Meetup - Gather with other moms at West Salem Public House—come solo or with the kids. 9:30 AM - 12 PM

Wednesday, July 30

• Yoga Social - Head to Radar Brewing Company for drinks, yoga, and the chance to learn more about the Junior League of Winston-Salem. 5:30-7:30 PM*

• Harry Potter’s Birthday - Celebrate Harry’s birthday at Byrdhouse Books! Design your own wand, paint a Hogwarts-themed painting, and enjoy after-hours book shopping. Registration required. 6-8 PM

• Makeup and Mimosas - Enjoy a mimosa or mocktail while learning how to apply Jane Iredale’s clean beauty products at Renewal Med Spa. 1 PM

• Kokedama Workshop - Create a living "moss ball" garden in this therapeutic workshop at Mona & Associates Design Studio. 6 PM

• Open Play - Join Camel City Mahjong at Foothills Brewpub for Mahjong! This is a great way to meet other players and form your own group. 6 PM

Thursday, July 31

• The Lightning Thief - Watch the musical adaptation of Rick Riordan’s beloved book at Theatre Alliance! Runs through Saturday.

• Comedy Show - In need of a laugh? Taylor Miller and Travis Lincoln perform at Clemmons Social Bar! 7 PM

• Harry Potter Trivia - Head to Wine & Design for themed trivia and painting projects. 8 PM

• Vinyl Lounge - Meet fellow music lovers at NCMA Winston-Salem! Bring your records and enjoy listening to analog sound together. 5-10 PM

• Collage Night - Make collages and form new friendships at Culture WS. Supplies provided. 6-10 PM

• Community Workshop - Join Bookmarks at Central Library to participate in an interactive workshop, “Mapping Prejudice in Forsyth County,” which examines the consequences of discriminatory housing practices. 11:30 AM

Friday, August 1

• Opening Reception - The Arts Council presents “Soft Impressions” at the Milton Rhodes Center, featuring the work of local artists who use gelatin plate printmaking. 5-7 PM

• Stage Play - Watch NC Black Rep perform the rolling world premiere of “Blooming in Dry Season” at Hanesbrands Theatre! Runs through August 10.

• Laser Show - Watch a laser show set to the music of Queen at Kaleideum. 1 PM

• Vintage Market - Shop for vintage clothing from 24 vendors at the Coal Pit! 4-8:30 PM

🗞 Other News

• 🏆 Nonprofit: GreeNest won the 2025 Premier Cares Award for its Up Off the Floor Program! The Up Off the Floor Program provides new beds for children in Forsyth County who are sleeping on the floor or don’t have a safe sleeping space. Want to get involved? Volunteer with greeNest!
  
  

• 📚 Save the Date: Bookmarks’ Books, Barbecue & BINGO takes place Saturday, August 9, at Biotech Place! Featuring a barbecue dinner and bingo rounds, the event raises money for the upcoming Bookmarks Festival of Books & Authors. Register to attend by this Friday!
  
  

• ⚕️ Medical: Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist opened the Julie Ann Freischlag Tower! This seven-story, 327,000+ square foot tower cost $426 million to build and features a new adult emergency department, 28 operating rooms, and 56 adult intensive care rooms.
  
  

• 👷‍♀️ Construction: Starting August 4, the City of Winston-Salem will begin streambank and trail repairs along the Muddy Creek Greenway. Portions of the Greenway and Jamison Park, including the parking lot and dog park, will be closed for approximately four months.
  
  

• 🎟 Tickets: Individual tickets to this year’s Face to Face Speaker Forum go live this Friday! The speaker lineup includes Earvin “Magic” Johnson (Sept 16), Mitt Romney (Nov 6), Lt. Gen. H.R. McMaster (Feb 26, 2026), and Cynthia Erivo (April 15, 2026).
  
  

• 🎓 Athletics: Wake Forest University will face Notre Dame in the 2027 Duke's Mayo Classic at Bank of America Stadium! Set for October 9, 2027, this game will be the Demon Deacons’ first appearance in Charlotte since the 2021 ACC Championship Game.

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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!

🌀 The Wrap

• 🍹 Last week, we asked you which food or drink flight you prefer—the leading result was “margaritas” with 29%!

• 😋 Team member Ashley visited The Gaslight on Main, Kernersville’s newest upscale restaurant!

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