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November 5, 2025

Presented by Wake Forest Athletics

A MESSAGE FROM WAKE FOREST ATHLETICS

2025-2026 Men's Basketball Highlights

Coming off their best regular-season finish since 2009, Wake Forest basketball is ready for an exciting season. Don’t miss your chance to experience one of college basketball’s top home-court advantages live at LJVM Coliseum!

Notable Stats:

• 2024-25 average home attendance rose to 9,564, the highest since 2010-11

• Deacons boast a 61-10 record at LJVM Coliseum since 2021, tied for fourth-most home wins nationally
  

A Look at the Squad:

• The 2025-26 roster blends experienced returners with a talented class of transfers and freshmen.

• Key returners: Tre'Von Spillers, Juke Harris, and Omaha Biliew

Important Dates:

• Wear Black Game: Tuesday, Jan. 20 – vs. SMU

• DEACTOWN 500: Saturday, Jan. 31 – Big Four showdown vs. NC State

• Tie-Dye Game: Saturday, Feb. 7 – vs. preseason No. 11 Louisville
  

Special Opportunities:

• Supporters Group: Are you a passionate Deacon fan? Apply to join the Wake Forest Basketball Supporters Group!

  • Enjoy complimentary season tickets and exclusive event invites

  • Connect with fellow fans to plan, cheer, and support at every game

• Premium Seating: Luxury suites and courtside seats available

• Bojangles 4-Pack: Includes four game tickets, a parking pass, and a $20 Bojangles gift card

🤝 Spread Some Cheer

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.

Samaritan Ministries

• Support the Penny Campaign to help fight hunger and homelessness in our community.

The Salvation Army

• Pack toy bags for Angel Tree Children, distribute those bags, and/or ring bells for the annual Red Kettle Campaign.

Love Out Loud

• Volunteer at Christmas for the City on December 20, Winston-Salem’s biggest Christmas party!

Forsyth Jail & Prison Ministries

• Donate gifts to the "In the Name of the Father" program, which allows incarcerated parents to choose and give gifts to their children.

Ronald McDonald House

• Help assemble Luminary Kits, take and manage orders, and assist with kit pickup and distribution.

👀  Need a little extra holiday spending money? Enroll in product testing at Eurofins CRL, a Cosmetic and Personal Care Product Company in downtown Winston-Salem — try sunscreen, makeup, lotions & more! Visit their lab to meet their friendly staff and learn about the testing process!

• 1–4 day studies

• Instant payment: $110–$310

• Referral bonuses up to $200

• Free welcome gift with lab tour

Call 336-725-6501 to schedule or download their app*

🗓 Events

Live Music | Recurring Events

Saturday, November 8

• Pagliacci - Not your ordinary opera. Experience “Pagliacci” up close and personal as performers move through the audience at the Millennium Event Center. Show runs through Tuesday.*

• Kaleideum After Dark - Gather with your friends at Kaleideum for a 21+ night of improv games and open mic with Spring Theatre! 6:30 PM

• Ardmore Art Walk - Discover 60+ local artists displaying their work on Ardmore’s front lawns! 11 AM - 4:30 PM

• Funky Llama Market - Head to Divine Llama Vineyards for one-of-a-kind finds from 70+ vendors! 12-4 PM

• Wine Dinner - Enjoy a five-course, wine-paired meal at City Beverage. Cider-brined pork and pot roast are on the menu. 6 PM

• Hoedown Throwdown - Grab your cowboy boots and head to Foothills Tasting Room for a bonfire, BBQ, and free line dancing! 5-10 PM

• Wicked: For Good - Catch a behind-the-scenes glimpse of the new movie with its music director at the Chatham Building! Event proceeds benefit a/perture. 5:30 PM.

Sunday, November 9

• TOAST - Stroll through Tanglewood’s Festival of Lights before it opens to the public! Time slots at 5:30 and 7:30 PM.

Monday, November 10

• Paws in the Park - Take your leashed furry friend on a walk through Tanglewood’s Festival of Lights! Proceeds benefit the Humane Society of Davie County. Also available on Tuesday.

• Author Visit - Take your kids to Bookmarks to meet Peter Brown, the author of “The Wild Robot”! Free to attend. Drop in anytime from 4-5:30 PM.

🛍 Get a head start on holiday shopping! Support local businesses during Shop the Block with Downtown Winston-Salem.

• November 4–9

• A free Tote Bag will be available at each participating retail outlet the week of the event

• Enjoy exclusive discounts and seasonal sales at 17+ local retailers*

🗞 Other News

• ❄️ Holidays: One month until the most wonderful run of the year! The 42nd Annual Mistletoe Run on December 6 features donuts at the finish line, multiple race lengths (Half Marathon, 5K, and 1-mile Fun Run), and tons of festive, family-friendly fun. Register today!*
  
  

• ✨Event: Sip, sample, and glow! Enjoy exclusive offers, live demos, wine, appetizers, and personal time with Renewal Med Spa’s experts at their Fall Open House on November 14, 1–4 PM. RSVP at 336-768-8483.*
  
  

• 🇺🇸 Veterans: November 11 is Veterans Day! Honor those who have served our country at Wake Forest’s Salute to Serve 5K this Saturday and Kernersville’s Veterans Parade on Sunday.
  
  

• 🏆 Award: The Hispanic League’s Fiesta Festival won the 2025 Downtown Excellence Award! The annual festival celebrates Hispanic/Latino culture through live performances and cultural cuisine. Want to support the Hispanic League? Attend their fundraising gala at the Generations Center this Saturday!
  
  

• 😋 For the Foodies: Have you checked out these food trucks? Bites & Boards serves personal-sized pizzas, charcuterie, and small bites like mozzarella sticks. BYOB Berry Bowls serves various açai bowls and is run by 19-year-old Erica!

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.

• 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: When do you start listening to holiday music?

• Before Thanksgiving - 29%

• After Thanksgiving - 71%
  

🌀 The Wrap

• 🍲 Team member Jacob is competing in Flywheel Coworking’s annual Chili Bowl this week. He’s entering the Basic category with his “Bilbo’s Birthday Chili” — wish him luck!

THANK YOU TO OUR PARTNERS

* denotes sponsored content