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November 12, 2025

Presented by 500 W 5th

A MESSAGE FROM 500 WEST 5TH

Celebrate The Season at 500 West 5th

Celebrate the season at 500 West 5th, where festive markets, shared meals, and joyful gatherings come together. Here are three reasons it’s your destination for holiday magic:

Holiday Market & Tree Lighting | Celebrate the season on November 22, 2-7 PM.

• Shop from local vendors, enjoy seasonal treats and s’mores by the fire, and take in live music featuring classic holiday tunes.

• Inaugural tree lighting ceremony at 6pm

Downtown Grille | New seasonal menu! Cozy up with new seasonal favorites that celebrate comfort and flavor. Highlights include:

• Classic Cuts: Local Pork Chop Schnitzel (perfect for two—just add a side)

• Small Plates: Shrimp Campanelle

• Dessert: Apple & Cardamom Crisp

Pilot View Center | This is your go-to venue to host a celebration so good, Santa himself might show up.

• Full catering kitchen + bar area

• Holiday decor

• Stunning floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows

👀 Coming Soon

Winston-Salem’s got a lot cooking — literally and figuratively! Here’s a look at the newest spots getting ready to open their doors.

• Istanbul Gyro & Burger | 216 W 4th St, Winston-Salem | Early 2026 | Get ready for authentic Turkish flavors like chicken and lamb doner, along with burgers, salads, and various desserts!
  
  

• Tacqueria Luciano’s | 723 Trade St NW, Winston-Salem | Opening later this month | This beloved Mexican restaurant is opening its second location in Mojito Latin Soul Food's former space!
  
  

• Main & Mountain Bookstore | 103 N Main St, Kernersville | Opening in the next few weeks | The new bookstore will feature a children's corner and host book clubs, author visits, and vendor pop-ups.
  
  

• Bricks & Minifigs | 3272 Silas Creek Parkway, Winston-Salem | Opening December 6, 2025 | Discover a treasure trove of new and pre-loved LEGO sets, minifigures, and bulk bricks!
  
  

• Viva Barista Cafe | 229 W 5th St, Winston-Salem | Opening December 2025 | This family-owned coffee shop will feature house-roasted beans, a bright and roomy interior, and even a combo ping-pong/pool table.
  
  

• Noodle Ju’b | 845 S Poplar St, Winston-Salem | Opening late 2025 | From the team behind Bobby Boy comes Noodle Ju’b, a noodle counter serving up house-made noodles and fresh, flavorful broth!

❄️ 24. That's how many days until the most wonderful run of the year on December 6.

The 42nd Annual Mistletoe Run is the YMCA of Northwest North Carolina’s largest fundraiser event and features:

• 🍩 Donuts at the finish line

• 🏃‍♀️ Multiple race lengths: Half Marathon, 5K, and 1-mile Fun Run

• 🎉 Family-friendly fun (bounce houses, food trucks, cheerleaders & more)

Register today!*

🗓 Events

Live Music | Recurring Events

Saturday, November 15

• Symphony & Puppets - The Winston-Salem Symphony performs alongside larger-than-life puppets at Reynolds Auditorium! Additional performance on Sunday.

• Kids Swap & Share - Bring your kids’ outgrown clothes and find new-to-them items in Kernersville. 10 AM - 4 PM

• Charcuterie Workshop - Make a charcuterie tray while enjoying brunch hors d’oeuvres at Melrose Coffee! 10 AM

• Upcycled Weaving - Learn basic weaving skills and make a colorful weaving from recycled materials at The Art SHAC. 10 AM

• Fall Fest - Take the family to Liberty Street for live glass blowing and 20+ vendors! 12-6 PM

• Curator Talk - Dive into Winston-Salem’s past with a curator-guided tour of Reynolda’s exhibit, “Camel City: Tobacco and Transformation, 1875–1964.” 2 PM

• Swiftie Cake - Decorate your own Taylor Swift-themed cake at The Canvas Cake Studio! Yes, there will be plenty of glitter. 3 PM

• The Thanksgiving Play - Things get chaotic in this satirical play at Theater Alliance. Runs through November 22.

Sunday, November 16

• Merry Mixing - Blend a custom glass of wine and design a festive label at Childress Vineyards. 1 PM

• Baking Class - Learn how to make and decorate a Yule Log dessert at Southern Home & Kitchen! 1 PM

Monday, November 17

• Handmade Cards - Make your own Christmas cards for family and friends at the Generations Center! 1 PM

❄️ Enjoy the timeless charm of “The Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy” during UNCSA’s annual presentation of The Nutcracker. Since 1966, UNCSA students have brought this beloved holiday classic to life as dancers, musicians, and production artists.

• When: December 5-7

• Where: Tanger Performing Arts Center

Start a new family tradition and buy your tickets today!*

🗞 Other News

• 🏈 Football: Wake’s coming home hot. After knocking off #14 UVA to secure bowl eligibility and win No. 6, the Deacs host UNC this Saturday at 4:30 PM. A Big Four matchup with bragging rights on the line. Secure your tickets!*
  
  

• 💻 Technology: Find all your tech gear at Goodwill’s Peters Creek store — refurbished computers, laptops, and gaming systems, plus games and accessories. Most computers and laptops come with Windows 11 and free security software. Bonus: Donate your old electronics. Goodwill accepts almost everything!*
  
  

• 🐶 Support: Help families keep their pets fed! Forsyth Humane Society and Forsyth County Animal Shelter are partnering for the Keep Them Home campaign. You can purchase items from their Amazon wish list or volunteer to deliver pet food this Sunday.
  
  

• 👷‍♂️ Project: Plans for a restaurant and university offices in Winston-Salem’s historic Union Station have stalled, with the third-floor restaurant deemed unfeasible and the university backing out. City officials are now considering alternative uses, such as a wedding venue or small food/coffee kiosk, to make the space more accessible. (WFDD)
  
  

• 🎉 Results: $4,451. That’s how much money was raised for the WS/FCS All In For Our Schools Campaign at the free screening of “Wicked” last Friday!
  
  

• 🤩 Look Up: Last night, North Carolinians across the state captured stunning photos of the Northern Lights. The good news? They might be visible again tonight! Turn on your phone’s night mode and look to the sky after 10 PM. (WXII 12)

SPONSORED

Upcoming Events

• Designed For Freedom - Join Linden Creek and The Lantern Project at The Barn at Reynolda Village on November 19 for design insights, raffles, and a closer look at how The Lantern Project combats human trafficking. Register to attend by November 14.

• Holiday Market & Christmas Tree Lighting - Shop local vendors, enjoy s’mores by the fire, and groove to live holiday tunes at 500 W 5th on November 22!

Wednesday’s results: Are you or a family member a veteran?

• Yes - 66%

• No - 34%

To all our veteran readers, thank you for your service!

🌀 The Wrap

• 🤔 Why doesn’t downtown Winston-Salem have a grocery store? Jason Thiel, president of the Downtown Winston-Salem Partnership, explains some of the obstacles.

THANK YOU TO OUR PARTNERS

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