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November 15, 2023

Christmas Trees

Can you believe Christmas is in 40 days? It’s time to start looking for the perfect Christmas tree. Here are a few spots to kickstart your search:

• Rash’s Tree Patch
  Opens Saturday, November 18

  • ~ 5 minutes from downtown Winston-Salem (next to Coffee Park Airstream) | Only accepts cash, checks, and Venmo

• Hickory Creek Christmas Tree Farm 
  Opens Saturday, November 18

  • ~ 35 minutes from downtown Winston-Salem | Choose and cut your own tree

• Frosty’s Choose and Cut 
  Opens Friday, November 17

  • ~ 1.5 hours from downtown Winston-Salem | Choose and cut your own tree

65% of our social media followers said they stay in Winston-Salem for Thanksgiving. Is your kitchen ready for Turkey Day? Contact ICON Custom Builders and make your home the go-to spot for Thanksgiving next year.*

Events

Live Music | Recurring Events

Friday, November 17

• Holiday Bed Race - Head to Downtown Mocksville to watch dozens of teams compete to get their bed across the finish line first. 6 PM*

• Hockey Game - Cheer on the Carolina Thunderbirds as they take on the Blue Ridge Bobcats at the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds. 7:35 PM*

• Goat Roping - Get ready for this exciting event at Red Hound Farms. Concessions onsite. 7 PM

• Cookie Decorating - Decorate a batch of owl cookies while sipping on a drink at The Canvas Cake Studio. 6:30 PM

• Influential Voices - Leadership Winston-Salem hosts a community conversation at Forsyth Tech Community College moderated by Mayor Allen Joines. Breakfast included. 7:30 AM

• Film Festival - Join SECCA for Mountainfilm on Tour, an evening of films handpicked from the Mountainfilm festival in Colorado. 7 PM

• Grand Opening - Attend the grand opening of Senior Services’ Intergenerational Center for Arts and Wellness to discover the programs and activities the new Center offers. 11 AM - 2 PM

• Art Crush - Head to the Arts District for a block party with live performances, food, art galleries, and shopping with local vendors and artists. 7-10 PM

• Comedy Show - Comedian Theo Van performs at the Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum. 8 PM

Saturday, November 18

• Cycle Gives Ride - Ride at CycleBar to support H.O.P.E., a local non-profit dedicated to providing underprivileged kids with produce and healthy meals. 100% of proceeds support H.O.P.E. 12 PM*

• Cranksgiving - Meet at Fiddlin’ Fish for a part bike ride, part food drive. All food collected will go to The Shalom Project. 11:30 AM

• Reynolda Village Holiday Stroll - Walk through the historic village while enjoying carolers, free carriage rides, and beautiful decorations. 3-6 PM

• International Dance Workshop - Learn about dances, people, and cultures from around the world at the Vecino Center. 1 PM

• Piedmont Craftsmen Fair - Meet artisans, shop, and watch live craft demonstrations at the Benton Convention Center. Also available Sunday.

• Winston Junction Mart - Find artists and makers selling handmade items while enjoying food trucks, sweet treats, and live music. 11 AM - 4 PM

• Holiday Market - Shop at Local Roots Coffee Bar in Kernersville from over 20 local makers. 8 AM - 4 PM

Sunday, November 19

• Holiday Book Fair - Find the perfect gift for the reader in your life at Bookmarks’ book fair at Walnut + Broad. 3-6 PM

• Murder Mystery Show - Delve into the 1920s underworld in Mystery Men Productions’ “Murder at the Buffalo Speakeasy” at Radar Brewing Company. 7 PM

• Fall Festival - Tucker’s Tap Yard’s festival features local makers selling handmade items for both humans and dogs, plus live music and fun for your furry friend. 12-5 PM

• Holiday Pop-up Market - Jerry Long Family YMCA hosts this special edition of the Clemmons Farmers Market. 2-5 PM

• Friendsgiving - Create cherished memories with your friends at East of Texas while enjoying traditional and Tex-Mex-inspired Thanksgiving dishes. 4-6 PM

Monday, November 20

• Children’s Story Hour - Join The Bookhouse for an interactive story hour each week. 10:30 AM

• Private Dinner - Attend a Makers Mark whiskey-paired dinner experience at STEM Beverage & Supply. 7 PM

• Drag Bingo - Enjoy bingo, drinks, and performances at Joymongers Barrel Hall. 7 PM

The Nutcracker will be performed at the Tanger Performing Arts Center in Greensboro this year (December 7-10). Since 1966, this ballet has showcased the talent of hundreds of UNCSA students who bring the holiday tradition to life as dancers, musicians, and theater designers. Create joyful and cherished memories with your family this holiday season! Purchase your tickets today!*

Other News

• Holiday Home Activity: Celebrate the holiday season by baking and decorating delicious cookies with your loved ones. Barefoot Baking Supply Co. offers everything you need to make this festive tradition a memorable one. Discover a wide range of high-quality baking essentials, from piping bags and cookie cutters to an array of delightful sprinkles.*
  

• Museum Closing: The Winston Cup Museum will close on December 16 after 19 years of operation. The majority of the collection will be auctioned off in Kissimmee, Florida in January.
  

• Anniversary: Yamas Mediterranean Street Food celebrates its 2-year anniversary at 1330 Creekshire Way on November 17. Customers will receive free baklava with a meal purchase.
  

• Holiday Experience: The Tanglewood Festival of Lights opens on November 17. Expect traffic near the park throughout the season.
  

• Grand Openings: Gothic Victorian café and bar Crimson Hollow Coffee House and candle shop Kin & Cottage celebrate their grand openings on November 17.

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Upcoming Events

• Turkey Strut 5K - The Winston-Salem Fairgrounds hosts its annual Thanksgiving race on November 23. The event benefits the We Care House of Winston-Salem.

• Home Alone In Concert - Celebrate the holiday season with a film presentation of Home Alone featuring the Winston-Salem Symphony’s orchestra at R.J. Reynolds Auditorium on November 25 and 26.

• Christmas Wrapped in Brass - The North Carolina Brass Band celebrates the Christmas season with two performances of holiday favorites! Performances are December 1 at Hanes Auditorium and December 2 at UNCG Auditorium.

• HanesBrands Community Product Sale - Shop your favorite brands at great prices on December 1-3 at the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds Education Building. Proceeds benefit the Winston-Salem YWCA and the United Way of Forsyth County.

• Mistletoe Run - Participate in the 40th annual half marathon, 5K, and 1-mile Fun Run at the William G. White, Jr. Family YMCA on December 2. There will also be bounce houses, cheerleaders, community mascots, and more!

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Job Board

• General Laborer/Construction Installer at Carolina Basement Systems

• CycleBar Experience Associate at CycleBar Winston-Salem

• Sign & Graphics Production Specialist-Installer at Image360 Winston-Salem North

• Part-Time Luxury Retail Associate/Social Media Content at Primm's

• Community Manager at Flywheel Coworking

The Wrap

• 🤝 Looking for ways to get involved in the community? Check out our volunteer guide for plenty of opportunities!

• 🎁 What local business are you excited to support this holiday season? Let us know!

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