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June 3, 2024

Presented by Forsyth Plastic Surgery

A MESSAGE FROM THE VISTA AT FORSYTH PLASTIC SURGERY

Men’s Month

Hey, men - this month is all about YOU! June is MEN'S MONTH at The VISTA! Here are 4 SERVICES you should know about.

Underarm Sweat | MiraDry is the only FDA-cleared treatment that can permanently reduce underarm sweat.

CoolSculpting | The #1 non-surgical fat reduction treatment used by doctors for stubborn fat.

Botox & Injectables | Smooth lines and wrinkles above the brow and add definition to your jawline. Look refreshed and feel younger!

Products | Check out Nutrafol (promotes hair growth) + SkinBetter Solo (hydrating Defense Serum for men). 

➡️ BONUS: The VISTA at Forsyth Plastic Surgery has many special packages and discounts this month, including a Father’s Day Package - check them out.*

Chopping It Up

Justin Webster, owner and executive chef of Heff’s Burger Club, will be on Food Network’s “Chopped”!

• Who: Chef Justin is no stranger to Winston-Salem’s food scene. He’s worked at Jeffrey Adams, Hakka Chow, Krankies, and other restaurants in the area. He opened Heff’s Burger Club in 2022.
  
  

• The Call: Casting agents approached Chef Justin a year and a half ago. After a multi-part interview process, he was selected in September 2023 and competed in January of this year!
  
  

• Watch: You can watch Chef Justin compete on Food Network’s “Chopped” on Tuesday, June 4, at 8 PM. Go Justin!

Congratulations to Alex and Jen B., who recently purchased a home in the Winston-Salem area. Thanks to Piedmont Federal, their process was seamless and easy:

"Amanda at Piedmont Federal made our first-time homebuyer process perfect! From patiently answering my (anxious) emails to walking us through the process step by step, we had a dream team to get us our dream home!

If you’re looking for a lender, we can’t state it enough: contact Piedmont Federal for the ease and care they seamlessly offer!"*

Events

Live Music | Recurring Events

Tuesday, June 4

• Free Barre - Bring your own mat to Gypsy Road Brewing Company for a low-impact, high-intensity workout. Stay after the workout for socializing and food trucks. 6 PM

• Flower Bar - Make your own flower bouquet at Cupcake Cuties Bakery. 6 PM

• Standup Comedy - In need of a laugh? The Idiot Box Comedy Club now comes to Incendiary Brewing on the first Tuesday of each month! 8 PM

Wednesday, June 5

• CreatorXchange - Learn how to navigate SEO at this quarterly meetup for digital designers, web developers, and marketing professionals at Flywheel Coworking. 11:30 AM*

Thursday, June 6

• Musical - Camel City Playhouse presents Bat Boy: The Musical, a comedy/horror story. Performances run through June 16.

• Murder Mystery - Become part of a whodunit mystery at ROAR! Dress in your best 1920s attire and help solve the “Murder at the Buffalo Speakeasy.” 7:30 PM

• Celebration Dinner - Enjoy dinner at Kaleideum as Centers for Exceptional Children celebrates 70 years of serving Forsyth County. 6 PM

• Food Truck Blitz - Try small bites from four featured food trucks at Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery while the kids play games and have their faces painted! 4:30 PM

• Free Yoga - Stretch out with Lotus Yoga at Bailey Park. Don’t forget to bring your mat! 6 PM

• Girls Night - Grab your gal pals and head to Meladoni Cellars for a glass of sparkling or rosé wine and light snacks. 6 PM

Friday, June 7

• First Friday - Browse a vendor market, jam out to live music, and explore the works of the featured artist of the month at Wise Man Brewing. 5-8 PM

• Musical - The Little Theatre of Winston-Salem presents Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, the Tony® and Grammy Award®-winning show. Performances run through June 23.

• Outdoor Movie - Watch Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem at Crossnore. Enjoy concessions or grab dinner from an onsite food truck. Movie starts at sunset.

• Dinner Event - Savor a delicious four-course dinner with paired wines at Founders Restaurant. The menu includes peach salad, beef filet, and pineapple dream! 5:30 PM

💦 Cool off at the Kernersville Family YMCA outdoor pools! As a member of the YMCA of NWNC, you have access to a splash park for younger children and an outdoor pool with two water slides. For the adults and parents, it's not just kids allowed – you can enjoy the pool, too! Grab a book, dip your toes, and soak up the sun!*

Other News

• Save the Date: Elevated Supper Club presents a craft beer dinner on June 23 at Stem Beverage & Supply. The evening will feature locally produced beer from Incendiary Brewing. Tickets go on sale June 4.
  
  

• Volunteer: Work with experienced gardeners at the Arboretum at Tanglewood Park on June 13. Tasks include weeding, planting, mulching, and more. If you enjoy this type of work, there are volunteer opportunities on July 11 and August 15!
  
  

• Recognition: The Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE) named Greater Winston-Salem, Inc. a 2024 Chamber of the Year Award finalist. The other finalists in the category are the Chambers of Commerce in Phoenix, AZ, and Oklahoma City, OK. The award winners will be announced on July 17.
  
  

• Sports: Did you know there’s a disc golf course on Crossnore’s campus? This past fall, Essent Guaranty donated $3,900 to support the revitalization effort and make the course playable again!
  
  

• Ranking: Historic Hotels of America® listed The Graylyn Estate on its Top 25 Best of Adaptive Reuse List. The estate was built in 1932 as a home for Bowman and Nathalie Gray. The family gifted the estate to Wake Forest University in 1946, and the University transformed the estate into a Boutique Hotel and Conference Center in 1984.
  
  

• Education: The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) awarded a grant to The Arts Based School in Winston-Salem to purchase an all-electric school bus. The school’s director hopes to have the new bus in operation by December of this year.

Fresh Bites, Bakery Buzz, and More

There’s more to explore in Winston-Salem! Just this past week, two new restaurants opened, a bakery announced its plans to expand, and Kaleideum’s rooftop playground prepares to welcome its first guests.

• Kaleideum: The rooftop playground opens this Saturday, June 8, at 10 AM! For those 21+, you can explore the new space in a kid-free environment at Kaleideum After Dark at 6:30 PM.
  
  

• Jade Express: The family-owned restaurant serves Chinese and hibachi dishes. Make sure you try the signature dish: bourbon chicken, a delectable blend of Chinese and Southern flavors.
  
  

• Expansion: Louie & Honey, the popular West End bakery and coffee shop, will expand its kitchen this summer! It will also take over the space currently occupied by The Mulberry Table in January 2025, transforming it into a dining and market area.
  
  

• Kalamaki: This fast-casual restaurant from the people behind The Sherwood and TJ’s Deli serves authentic Greek street food. Expect slow-cooked gyros, skewers, and Greek donuts.

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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 sets at Casual Furniture World for up to 80% off on June 22!

The Wrap

• 🔨 Team member Christy toured the Salem Bottleworks and is excited about the upcoming plans to transform the space! Stay tuned for updates in a future newsletter.

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