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March 19, 2025

☀️ Here Comes the Sun

Thursday, March 20, is the official start of spring! Enjoy the warmer weather and blooming flowers at these upcoming spring activities.

🌷 U-Pick Flowers

• Brighten your home with colorful, freshly-picked flowers from a local farm.

🍽 Dine Outdoors

• Enjoy the warm weather at these restaurants with outdoor patios.

⚾ Baseball

• Cheer on Wake Forest Baseball and the Winston-Salem Dash—don’t forget that Truist Stadium has new menu items this season.

🍷 Vineyards

• Sip, socialize, and unwind at these local vineyards and wineries.

🥾 Hikes/Walking Outdoors

• Soak up the sunshine on these popular walking trails and nearby hiking spots.

🥳 Outdoor Events

• The Go-To is excited for the return of Art Crush, NCMA Winston-Salem’s House Hangs, and outdoor concerts!

📚 Want to dive into great books and connect with fellow readers? Explore Bookmarks’ public book clubs to find your reading community!

• Bookmarks Book Clubs – Join an official Bookmarks club (such as the Latina Book Club and the Well-Read Black Girl Book Club) to meet fellow book lovers right in the bookstore

• Community Book Clubs – Discover book clubs hosted by local readers at various locations in the city (such as Brouwerij DuBois, The Remedy, and NCMA Winston-Salem)

Getting started is easy—just email the listed contact and join the conversation!*

🗓 Events

Live Music | Recurring Events

Saturday, March 22

• Birthday Bash - The North Carolina Brass Band celebrates its 10th birthday with special guest artist and international jazz sensation, Gunhild Carling, at UNCG Tew Recital Hall! 7:30 PM*

• Deacon Dash - Run in a Fun Run and/or 5K at the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds! Proceeds support The Down Syndrome Association of Greater Winston-Salem. First race starts at 9 AM.

• Rock the Block - Rock out to 8+ bands at Fair Witness! Presented by Culture WS and Sunset House. 8 PM

• Fit For Paws - Stretch out in this yoga class surrounded by pups at Forsyth Humane Society! 3 PM

• Repticon - Discover reptile & exotic animal vendors at the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds Event Center. Runs through Sunday.

• Pink Pony Night - Dress up for The Playground’s Chappell Roan-themed night, featuring DJ Stacy Sprinklez. 4 PM - 12 AM

• Book & Brunch - Join award-winning brewmaster Celeste Beatty at Simply Sonya’s for a brew tasting and beer-battered fish & grits, plus highlights from her new cookbook! 11 AM - 2 PM

Sunday, March 23

• Musical - Experience the timeless tale of Don Quixote in Piedmont Opera’s production of “Man of La Mancha” at High Point Theatre. Performances run through Friday.*

• Sushi Workshop - Make (and eat) sushi at Joymongers Barrel Hall with GringoNinja! 4:30 PM

• Cocktail Class - Celebrate the warmer spring days by learning to infuse spirits and syrups with herbs at easytalk. 2 PM

• Creek Week Jamboree - Kick off Forsyth Creek Week at Winston Lake Park with free fishing, educational activities, and bingo! 2-4 PM

Monday, March 24

• Storytime - Bring your kids to Reynolda Manor Branch Library for a special Forsyth Creek Week storytime! 10:30 AM

See why our readers voted CycleBar Winston-Salem as one of the top gyms in the area. Whether you're a fitness enthusiast or just starting your fitness journey, CycleBar offers an experience like no other.

🔥 High-energy classes
🎶 Amazing playlists
👏 Various types of classes

Book your first ride for only $10!*

🗞 Other News

• 💼 Hiring: Bell, Davis & Pitt is seeking top-tier legal talent—individuals who demonstrate sound judgment, unwavering integrity, and a passion for joining a committed team of professionals. Explore their current career opportunities!*
  
  

• 🏡 Real Estate: Spring is here, and so is the perfect time to buy or sell your home! With 20+ years of experience, Leonard Ryden Burr’s expert agents are your trusted real estate guides. Explore listings (like this adorable Buena Vista ranch), check market reports, and connect with an agent today!*
  
  

• 🥚 Now Open: Crafted Kitchen & Market is now open at 6332 Cephis Drive in Clemmons! Stop by their market for locally sourced meats, fresh eggs, natural remedies, and more. Additionally, their kitchen space hosts cooking classes and DIY workshops.
  
  

• 💧 Awareness: Forsyth Creek Week runs from March 22-30 and offers dozens of free events, including walking tours and educational programs. The events highlight the importance of Forsyth County’s creeks and streams for water, recreation, and natural beauty. The first Forsyth Creek Week was held in 2012.
  
  

• 🎬 Announced: RiverRun International Film Festival has announced this year’s lineup! Highlights include “Ma France à Moi” and “The Summer Book” (starring Glenn Close). From April 11-19, the Festival will showcase 175 films by established and emerging filmmakers at venues throughout Winston-Salem and Greensboro.
  
  

• 🎵 Music: Country music lovers, get ready—tickets are on sale for Rodney Atkins and Hunter Hayes’ concert at the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds on May 23!

🎺 It’s party time! Celebrate 10 years of the North Carolina Brass Band at their Birthday Bash performances, featuring world-renowned Swedish jazz musician Gunhild Carling!

• March 21 | 7:30 PM | Hanes Auditorium, Salem College

• March 22 | 7:30 PM | Tew Recital Hall, UNCG

Grab your tickets today!*

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Upcoming Events

• Free Coworking - Enjoy a day of coworking, lunch, productivity, and networking at Flywheel Coworking's Community Day on March 26.

• Ace n’ Ale - Winston-Salem Tennis brings back its young adult social leagues designed for intermediate and advanced players. The leagues start March 28 at Hanes Park and March 30 at Tanglewood Park.

• The Lexington Classic - Discover over 150 vendors, including artisan and vintage merchants, food trucks, and boutiques, across four locations in Lexington on March 29.

• REACH Women’s Conference - Get inspired at this annual conference on April 23 at the Benton Convention Center, featuring panels, workshops, and keynote speakers Emily P. Freeman & Jennifer McCollum. Registration closes March 31.

🌀 The Wrap

• 🏀 Did you fill out a bracket for March Madness? Let us know who you have winning the tournament!

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