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June 12, 2024

The REACH Center

Have you heard? The Winston Lake Family YMCA is being renovated to become the YMCA REACH Center at Winston Lake.

• What: The REACH Center is a community hub that combines the YMCA’s services with those of other human service organizations, such as Novant Health and Goodwill.
  
  

• Expect: Added amenities and services such as a primary services care clinic from Novant Health, multi-purpose classrooms, and renovated childcare facilities.
  
  

• Why It Matters: The Reach Center will address disparities experienced by the East Winston community such as educational challenges and a lack of economic mobility and healthcare resources.
  
  

• Details: The renovation is projected to take 8-10 months; updates to the roof and HVAC systems are expected to begin this month. The facility will close for 6-8 months during the process to allow updates to the plumbing system.

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Events

Live Music | Recurring Events

Saturday, June 15

• Juneteenth Jubilee - Celebrate Juneteenth with musical performances, art experiences, raffles, and food vendors at SECCA. 6-10 PM

• The Climb - Raise awareness for postpartum mental health at Jack Warren Park. Shop from local vendors, join Fit4Mom for a stroller stretch, and take a group walk around the park. 9-11 AM

• Outdoor Movie - Watch E.T. at Parkland Park! There will be games, giveaways, and food trucks onsite. Pre-movie activities start at 7 PM, movie starts at dusk.

• Taylor Swift - The Listeso String Quartet performs hits from Taylor Swift under the glow of candlelight at Gerald Freedman Theater. Performances at 6:30 PM and 8:45 PM.

• Chili Cook-Off - Do you have an incredible chili recipe? Enter it into East of Texas’ contest to potentially win a $250 gift card! Note that there will not be a public tasting. 3 PM

• Juneteenth Festival - Triad Cultural Arts brings its 25th annual festival to Innovation Quarter, including family activities, a vendor market, food trucks, live music, and more! 1-8 PM

• Water Tower Market - Don’t just shop at Radar Brewing Company’s market - come dressed in your favorite decade outfit for an all-day dance party + costume contest! 1-8 PM

• Sneaker Ball - Ditch the dress shoes for comfortable sneakers and dance the night away at Winston-Salem State University. Proceeds from the event benefit United Way of Forsyth County. 7-11 PM

• Birthday - Moji Coffee + More is turning 5 years old! Head to AFAS Art Park to celebrate the coffee shop and its mission to provide job and life skills training to individuals with different abilities. 12-4 PM

• Summer Fest - Visit Smith Hollow Farm to enjoy the flower field, see farm animals, take a hayride, launch apples, and so much more. Also available June 22, 29, and July 13. 11 AM - 4 PM.

• Family Day - Explore Körner’s Folly, a unique historic house museum! Meet baby goats, participate in an art activity, and play historic yard games out on the lawn. 10 AM - 4 PM

• Free Yoga - Bring your mat to Shallowford Square for a yoga class with Lewisville Wellness Collective. 9 AM

• Outdoor Concert - West End Mambo performs in front of Foothills Tasting Room as part of the Summer On Fourth concert series! 7-10 PM

• Tea Party - Create beautiful memories with your daughter at Pink Moon Cafe’s “Daddy & Me” tea party. 11:30 AM

• Freedom Celebration - Honor the history of African Americans at a gravesite memorial service at Pilgrim Reformed Church. More Freedom Celebration events take place through Monday.

Sunday, June 16 (Father’s Day)

• Father’s Day Brunch - Treat Dad to brunch at Childress Vineyards! The brunch menu features father favorites like the Ultimate BLT, Smoked Brisket Steamed Buns, and more. Reservations available from 10 AM - 4 PM.

• Cocktail Class - Join Easytalk at the bar and learn to make “dad drinks” - Old Fashioneds, Manhattans, and Martinis - with a twist. 4 PM

• Father’s Day Luau - Head to Foothills Tasting Room for a Hawaiian shirt contest, dad & kid obstacle relay race, and other fun activities! 12-6 PM

• Pride Brunch - The Rosemary Room in Vintage Sofa Bar hosts a 21+ Pride event. Showings at 10:30 AM and 12:30 PM.

• Wise Man Father’s Day - Live music from Red Umber, a cornhole tournament, a cigar vendor, and more - all happening at Wise Man Brewing. 12-8 PM

• Juneteenth Brunch - Enjoy a delicious brunch at Sweet Potatoes Restaurant! The menu features sausage gravy over a sweet potato biscuit, fried chicken, and more. 12:30-5 PM

Monday, June 17

• STEAM Camp - Salem Academy’s half-day camp takes place June 17-20. Kids in K-5th grade will learn about space exploration and coding.

Spend Father's Day Weekend with the Dash as they face their cross-town rivals, the Greensboro Grasshoppers.

• 🐶 Thursday, June 13 | Blue vs. Green Bubble Night, half-off beer and wine, Pups in the Park + Run the Bases with your Pup

• 🎆 Friday, June 14 | Hogs Night, Girl Scout Night + Firework Friday

• ⭐️ Saturday, June 15 | The Dash will play in their Golden Age jerseys, Little League Night + Firework Saturday

• ⚾️ Sunday, June 16 | Father's Day + Sunday Funday

Visit wsdash.com to purchase tickets and learn about all upcoming summer fun promotions.*

Other News

• Arts: The Tony Awards are on Sunday, June 16, and four UNSCA alumni have been nominated for awards! The nominated alumni include Camille Brown (Best Choreography), Paul Tazewell (Best Costume Design), Orin Wolf (Producer of Best Musical), and Jordan Medley (Producer of Best Revival of a Musical).
  
  

• Ranking: Winston-Salem ranked No. 10 on Forbes Advisors’ “Best Cities For Renters” list. The publication listed the median monthly rent as $1,475, earning our city the No. 1 spot in the affordability category.
  
  

• Education: Forsyth County Central Library is hosting a weekly STEAM workshop on Wednesdays at 3:30 PM through July 31. Kids will learn how the natural world works and complete fun activities like making fluffy rainbow slime or homemade bubble solution. Ages 9-18 are welcome; no registration is required.
  
  

• Vendor Call: The Delta Arts Center is looking for vendors/artists, food trucks, and nonprofits for its annual Community Day on August 10. The event includes crafts, local entertainment, a kid's zone, dancing, and more - 300 attendees are expected. The deadline to apply is July 12.
  
  

• Donate: Bookmarks is accepting donations of gently used books for its first used book sale! Small quantities will be accepted at the bookstore during regular business hours. Have more than one box of books? Drop off your donation at the warehouse at 1001 Marshall Street on June 15 from 2-6 PM.
  
  

• Live Music: There are lots of music artists performing in Winston-Salem this weekend, including Martha Bassett, Chairmen Of The Board, Souljam, and more! Check out our weekly live music guide and summer concert series guide to see who’s coming to town.
  
  

• Financial Tip: Summer financial tip from Piedmont Federal Bank - Use your debit card to both manage your money and save. Adding “Make$ents” to your Piedmont Federal checking account allows you to watch your savings grow while making everyday purchases. Open an account today!*
  

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Upcoming Events

• The Go-To Summer Social - Connect and make new friends with us at Lot 63 on June 20! Tickets include a drink ticket, light bites, and a social bingo card to kickstart conversations.

• Warehouse Sale - Shop patio furniture at Casual Furniture World for up to 80% off on June 22!

• Financial Class - Learn about finances at each stage of life through Piedmont Federal Bank’s monthly financial literacy class at Robinhood Road Family YMCA on June 24. Free to attend!

• 1Love Festival - Celebrate African diasporic culture and history through music, art, entrepreneurship, and more from June 27-29. The festival takes place at multiple locations.

Winston-Salem Highlight

Team member Christy is excited to speak to college students interning in Winston-Salem at the Intern Experience on Thursday! In addition to networking, these interns will be learning about our community.

We’d love to share your insights with the interns: What is the best part about Winston-Salem?

After you vote, leave a comment that we might read at the event!

The Wrap

• 🤔 Have you been thinking about advertising with us this summer? Our ad spots are nearly full, so reach out soon to reserve your space!

• 🍣 In case you missed it, the Japanese-Peruvian fusion restaurant Sushi Rose opened recently! We recommend getting the Lomo Saltado, a popular Peruvian dish.

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