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November 25, 2024
🎅 Have You Seen These Holiday Light Displays?
Christy Bellis & Jacob Gauthier
November 25, 2024
Local Lights for Holiday Nights
Make the season merry and "bright" by checking out these holiday light displays in Winston-Salem and surrounding towns!
Winter Wonderlights
Winter Wonderlights | 4301 Lawndale Dr, Greensboro | Open through January 5
Now in its 5th year, the Greensboro Science Center’s annual light show features imaginative displays like Starry Night and Snowball Surprise!
Tanglewood Festival of Lights | 4061 Clemmons Rd, Clemmons | Open through Jan 1
With over one million twinkling lights illuminating Tanglewood Park, visitors can drive along the route and marvel at 80+ light displays!
The Christmas Family Lights | 3420 Shiloh Church Rd, Winston-Salem | Lights on display Thanksgiving night and remain lit through the holiday season
A local family goes all-out when it comes to Christmas decorations! This light display is drive-through only.
LET US KNOWWhich of these is your favorite light display? |
🎁 This holiday season, give the gift of financial empowerment by opening a Piedmont Federal Bank youth savings account for your child.
No Monthly Fee (Ages 0-18)
Higher Interest Rates
Automatic Transfers from Parent/Guardian
Free Financial Tips
Start their journey toward smart money habits today!*
🗓 Events
Tuesday, November 26
Christmas at Körner’s Folly - Take a tour of Körner’s Folly and marvel at the Victorian-themed Christmas decorations in every room! Runs through January 4.
Wednesday, November 27
Thanksgiving Market - Find fresh, locally produced food at Fair Share Farm. 12-6 PM
Christmas at Medaloni - Join Medaloni Cellars for its annual cookie competition and tree lighting! Judging at 5 PM, lighting at 6 PM.
Thursday, November 28 (Thanksgiving)
Turkey Strut 5K - Run at the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds! Proceeds benefit the We Care House of Winston-Salem. Participants are encouraged to bring 3 canned food items. 1 Mile at 8:30 AM, 5K at 9 AM.
Friday, November 29
Comedy & Brewpub Tour - Climb aboard for a hilarious trip around town, featuring an onboard comedy show and a tasting at a local brewpub. 7 PM
Merry Maker Market - Shop from artisans and specialty vendors at Ciener Botanical Garden. Runs through Sunday. P.S. There’s also a gift-wrapping station!
Get Started for Just $1! Yes, you read that right – sign up for a YMCA membership today for only $1 during their Feast on Fitness promotion!
🔥 Join now for just $1
🔥 No payments until December 15
Don't miss out – join by December 2 and kick-start your fitness journey!*
🗞 Other News
👟 Upcoming: Bell, Davis & Pitt P.A. is proud to be the presenting sponsor of the YMCA’s Mistletoe Run for the twelfth year in a row! Their team loves to support community health through great organizations like the YMCA. Sign up to run the Mistletoe on December 7!*
🎭 Arts: “Wicked,” the movie adaptation of the popular Broadway musical, was released this past weekend. Did you know that alumni from UNCSA and UNCG helped bring Oz to the silver screen? Paul Tazewell (UNCSA, Costume Design ‘86) was the costume designer, and Dominick Amendum (UNCG, Piano Performance ‘01) was the production music supervisor.
🎁 Non-profit: Make a child's Christmas brighter by becoming a sponsor through City Lights Ministry! Sponsors will provide gifts for children in need. Sign up today by filling out this form!
🥐 Update: Louie and Honey is nearly finished with its kitchen expansion! Construction on the project began earlier this year. In the future, the bakery café will also expand into the space formerly occupied by The Mulberry Table.
🎅 Holidays: Check out these holiday-themed bars and restaurants in Winston-Salem!
🎉 Congratulations to the recipients of the 2024 Winston Under 40 Leadership Awards, presented by Greater Winston-Salem!
These prestigious awards celebrate 25 young professionals in Winston-Salem who demonstrate:
Exceptional leadership
Career success
Impactful community contributions
Learn more about how these professionals are impacting our city!*
A MESSAGE FROM DABBLE ART BAR
Unleash Your Inner Creativity
🎨 Looking for something unique to do this holiday season? Unleash your creativity at Dabble Art Bar!
What is Dabble Art Bar?
A casual bar atmosphere where you order art materials instead of drinks! There’s no need to create a masterpiece—let yourself experiment and enjoy the process of creating something.
What’s On the Menu?
Dabble Art Bar’s holiday activities launch on November 29 and include making “gingerboard” houses, ornaments, mini-trees, and cards. Plus, all these activities come with unlimited access to the craft bar’s selection of paint, fabric, beads, botanicals, and more!
Booking Your Private Event
Planning a holiday office party or a get-together with friends? For a group of 5-10, you can make a reservation. If you have a larger group, consider booking the entire space during or outside of normal business hours.
Details
Open Thurs and Sun, 12-7 PM, and Fri and Sat, 12-9 PM
840 Mill Works Street, Suite 180
Save the Date
Purchase tickets for their upcoming event, Christmas Concert & Cozy Crafting, on November 29.
SPONSORED
Upcoming Events
Grand Opening - VYB Studio opens on December 1, at 5009 Country Club Road! The yoga studio will have exclusive day-of-only offers, special promotions, and a raffle for free yoga.
Jazzy Soul Christmas - Listen to vocalist Rhonda Thomas as she performs soulful holiday jazz at Union Station on December 5.
Christmas Candlelight Service - Salem College hosts a free candlelight service at the Elberson Fine Arts Center on December 5, featuring the Salem Chorale.
Christmas Wrapped in Brass - The North Carolina Brass Band performs their annual Christmas concert at Salem College on December 6.
Festive Family Friday - Bring the whole family to Kaleideum to visit Santa, create festive holiday crafts, and make reindeer food on December 6.
Visit From Santa - Enjoy a fun, festive time with Santa at Union Station on December 7.
Business Class - Join Wake Forest Executive Education for its workshop on Authentic and Effective Leadership at Wake Downtown on December 13. Register by December 3.
🌀 The Wrap
🎄 Missed Wednesday’s newsletter? We shared our guide for upcoming holiday parades and Christmas tree lightings!
🦃 Thanksgiving Traditions: Team member Christy loves watching the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade with her family!
