Giving Back
Looking for ways to volunteer? From collecting spare change to packing toy bags for kids, there are so many ways you can make a difference in someone’s life this holiday season.
Participate in the Penny Campaign, which helps spread awareness and raise funds for the hungry and homeless in our city
Volunteer at Christmas for the City, Winston-Salem’s biggest Christmas party
Assemble Luminary Kits and/or take orders, pick up the Luminary Kits, and distribute them
Donate gifts for the children of inmates as part of the “In the Name of the Father” program, which allows inmates to select donated gifts for their children
Pack toy bags for Angel Tree Children, distribute those bags to families, and/or ring bells for the annual Red Kettle Campaign
🏎 Where can you find luxury watches and high-performance racecars? The answer is Windsor Jeweler’s on Friday, November 8, from 5-8 pm at their TAG Heuer and Porsche Event!
What to expect:
Limited edition Carrera Chronograph timepieces
Porsche 963 Hypercar
Additional luxury cars
Don’t miss out on this unique event; RSVP today!*
🗓 Events
Tuesday, November 5 (Election Day)
Art Workshop - Join NCMA Winston-Salem at the Intergenerational Center for the first workshop in its 3-part series on making piñatas. 6 PM
Garden Talk - Learn about the evolution of historic Salem’s gardens and landscape at the Reynolda House. 12:30 PM
Wednesday, November 6
Networking Mixer - Head to the Benton Convention Center and network with fellow minority and/or woman business owners. 5:30-7:30 PM
Drinks at Dusk - Explore the Reynolda House at this 21+ only event with cocktails, food trucks, and a scavenger hunt. 6 PM
Meet the Muralist - Learn about mural making from three artists at Mixxer. 6 PM
Thursday, November 7
Holiday Fashion Show - Enjoy a showcase of holiday looks at Primm’s! Proceeds benefit the Children’s Home Society. 6 PM
Bots on Tap - Build a robot at Radar Brewing! All skill levels are welcome. 5:30-8:30 PM
Murder & Margaritas - Authors Beatriz Williams, Lauren Willig, and Kate White discuss their new book, The Author's Guide to Murder, at Hanesbrand Theatre. 6:30 PM
Movie Night - Watch Woody Allen’s comedy, Bullets Over Broadway, at the Old Town Neighborhood Center. 7 PM
Friday, November 8
Taste of Peru - Join the Vecino Center at Viva Chicken to try traditional Peruvian cuisine! 6:30 PM
Charity Classic - Compete in a golf tournament at the Bermuda Run Golf Club. Event proceeds benefit the Humane Society of Davie County. 10:30 AM
Murder Mystery - Can you solve the mystery of the Sin City Slayer? Find out at Radar Brewing! 7 PM
Founders Dinner - Enjoy a 4-course dinner at Founders Restaurant. 5 PM
❄️ 33. That's how many days until the most wonderful run of the year on December 7.
The 41st 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
🗞 Other News
✉️ Non-Profit: Did you know you can support Crisis Control Ministry by purchasing Holiday Honor Cards? All sale proceeds are used locally to support your neighbors in crisis in Forsyth and Stokes Counties.
🍂 City: Don’t forget, leaf collection began today! City crews will first collect leaves in quadrants 1 and 2 (east of U.S. 52 and south of U.S. 421). Find out when crews head your way here.
📖 History: The NC Department of Natural and Cultural Resources added the R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company Buildings 82 and 83 to the National Register of Historic Places. The buildings, which are located at 821 West 25th Street, were erected in 1919 for tobacco leaf storage.
🐏 University: Welcome back, Rams. It's Winston-Salem State University’s Homecoming Week! The celebration includes Miss and Mister WSSU Coronation, the homecoming football game and parade, concerts, and so much more.
🏆 Awards: At Greater Winston-Salem, Inc.'s Annual Meeting on October 29, IV Smiles and Nu Dimensions Hair Studio won the Truliant Small Business Award. Three Strands Recovery Wear was named Innovator of the Year, and Paul Fulton received the Duke Energy Citizenship & Service Award.
🎁 Holidays: The holidays are here! Reserve your spot in an upcoming newsletter and promote your business or event to our 27,000+ readers. With limited spots available, secure yours before they're all “wrapped” up—reach out today!
🦃 Spend more time with friends and family this Thanksgiving and less time cooking. Let Second Harvest’s Providence Catering take care of the feast! Your order includes:
Slow-roasted boneless turkey with gravy and cranberry relish
Mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, and brown sugar candied yams
Your choice of pumpkin, pecan, or apple pie
Plus, every order supports Second Harvest's Culinary Training program! Enjoy a hassle-free holiday and make lasting memories—order today!*
🤔 Winston Wonders
We’re taking a break from our usual trivia to ask you a question! With Thanksgiving coming up in a few weeks away, we’re already dreaming about our favorite dishes. What’s yours?
LET US KNOW
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Upcoming Events
Credit 101 - Confused by credit scores? Piedmont Federal Bank teaches you what your credit score means and how it affects business loans at Forsyth Tech Small Business Center on November 12.
Business Class - Join Wake Forest Executive Education for its workshop on Executive Decision Making at Wake Downtown on November 14. Register by November 4.
Cheers! for Brenner Children's Hospital - Participate in a live & silent auction and dance in a silent disco at The Millenium Center on November 15.
🌀 The Wrap
🍕 Missed Wednesday’s newsletter? We shared that Zito Pizzeria and Grill is relocating to Mount Airy under the name Zito! Greek Kitchen. The restaurant’s last day in Winston-Salem is Friday, November 8.
🗳 Election Day is tomorrow, November 5—use this map to find your polling location.
🍁 Have you been to Salem Lake recently? It’s the perfect place to take in the fall colors!
