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June 5, 2024
📢 Announcing Salem Bottleworks
Christy Bellis & Jacob Gauthier
June 05, 2024
Historic Transformation
One of our favorite features of Winston-Salem is how old spaces are reused in creative ways. The historic Coca-Cola Bottling Plant is joining that tradition as it transforms into a vibrant multi-use space called Salem Bottleworks.
Keep reading to find out what you can expect to find at Salem Bottleworks!
Bobby Boy Bakeshop’s Future Outdoor Space
Bobby Boy’s Bakeshop: The famous bakery will open a second location and commercial kitchen in Salem Bottleworks. The new location is expected to open in September 2024.
Restaurants: We can’t reveal the names of the new restaurants coming to Salem Bottleworks, but we can tell you all three are locally owned and will be opening sometime between December 2024 and spring/summer of 2025.
Residential: Three studio apartments and one 4-bedroom Airbnb are anticipated to be available in spring/summer of 2025.
Market: A small market space will offer various local products and essentials.
Event Space/Bar: A portion of the upstairs space will be used as an event space or bar. As an event space, it would accommodate 125 guests in the main area and 46 guests on the balcony (171 total).
LET US KNOWWhat feature of Salem Bottleworks are you most excited for? |
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Events
Saturday, June 8
Grand Opening - Sophisticated Florals is opening at 1166 Burke Street! Stop by for outdoor games, snacks, raffles, and beautiful flowers. 11 AM - 4 PM
Outdoor Concert - Rock out as Camel City Yacht Club performs music from the ‘70s and ‘80s at Shallowford Square. Concessions available. 7 PM
Oil Painting Class - Learn the basics of oil painting in this workshop at the Mary Alice Warren Community Center. Lunch is provided, but you’ll need to bring art supplies. 9 AM - 4 PM
EmpowHER Fest - Immerse yourself in yoga, meditation, workshops, and mindful activities at Miller Park. 11 AM - 10 PM
The Big Run 5K - Participate in a 5K or 1 Mile Fun Run at Fleet Feet Clemmons and stay afterward for an expo + a bounce house for the kids! A portion of race proceeds will benefit Mission: Feet First. Fun Run starts at 8 AM, 5K starts at 8:30 AM.
Family Art Day - Unleash your creativity at 2nd Saturday at SECCA, a family-friendly event. This month, guests will design a flower sculpture. 11 AM - 2 PM
Kaleideum After Dark - Play laser tag, listen to live music, and explore the new rooftop space at Kaleideum in a 21+ only, kid-free environment! 6:30-9:30 PM
Stage Show - The Theatre Alliance presents The Ritz, a comedic show full of mayhem and mistaken identities, at Ihrie Theatre. The show is rated R and performances run through June 15.
Open House - Join Mom League for a celebration of its new space at 905 S Broad St! There will be activities for babies and toddlers. 2-5 PM
Sunday, June 9
Camel City Craft Fair - Find handmade items crafted by local artists and makers at Foothills Tasting Room. 12-5 PM
Art Extravaganza - Explore art gallery collections, visit with local artists, and listen to live music at The Millenium Center. 12-4 PM
Monday, June 10
Trivia - Gather your friends and see how much you know at Wise Man Brewing’s weekly trivia night! 7:30 PM
Other News
Free Concerts: Get ready for a summer packed with FREE live music downtown! Summer on Fourth begins on June 15 with West End Mambo, and Downtown Jazz starts on June 21 with Jeff Kashiwa. Grab your dancing shoes and friends for a fantastic time in Winston-Salem.*
Museum: The Reynolda House Museum is offering free admission to active-duty military personnel and their families, as well as North Carolina pre-K through grade 12 teachers, until Labor Day, September 2.
Explore: Cafe Gelato’s Treasure Quest started this week! The Cafe’s team has hidden a gold combination lock somewhere in the Winston-Salem… Find it using clues posted on social media or in their stores for an incredible prize!
Nonprofit: You can help serve those experiencing homelessness in our community! The Bethesda Center - a day and emergency night shelter - needs essential items to care for those it serves. Check out its Amazon wishlist to see how you can contribute.
Save the Date: United Way of Forsyth County’s second annual Sneaker Ball is June 15! Ditch the dress shoes for comfortable sneakers and dance the night away at Winston-Salem State University.
Medical: Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist and Ricoh USA have opened the Ricoh 3D for Healthcare Innovation Studio in Innovation Quarter. The studio will produce “patient-specific, 3D-printed anatomic models.” These models can be used to plan out surgeries and educate patients.
The International Black Theatre Festival
North Carolina Black Repertory Company (better known as NC Black Rep) brings the International Black Theatre Festival to Winston-Salem from July 29 - August 3!
Photo courtesy of the International Black Theatre Festival
What: The International Black Theatre Festival is a biennial event featuring theatrical performances, films, spoken word poetry, youth programming, workshops, discussions, and a vendor’s market - all steeped in the African Diaspora.
Background: Larry Leon Hamlin and Herman LeVern Jones organized the first festival in 1989, back when it was known as the National Black Theatre Festival. Over 10,000 people attended to see 30 performances - nowadays, the festival attracts 65,000 people to Winston-Salem and features over 120 performances.
Attending: Tickets are available to purchase today! Performances will take place in various venues across the city, so be sure to check where you’ll be seeing your performance.
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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!
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.
The Wrap
🧋 Have you tried Momo Ashi yet? Stop by the bubble tea shop to try its signature tea, mochi waffles, dessert toasts, and more!
🎓 Team member Christy is graduating from Leadership Winston-Salem tomorrow, June 6! She has enjoyed the experience and how much it has taught her about our amazing community. Learn more about Leadership Winston-Salem and apply for next year’s program.
