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Images from the artists in the 2025-25 Secrest Series.
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5 world-renowned performers headline Secrest Artists Series
September signals the start of a brand-new performance season at Wake Forest University.
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Celebrate Art Council’s 75th anniversary with year-long celebration
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New mural in downtown Winston-Salem honors The “5" Royales
The group that influenced modern rock and roll got their start in the Twin City.
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Arts Council kicks off 75th anniversary this weekend
Arts Council of Winston-Salem and Forsyth County just announced their 75th anniversary — here’s scoop on this weekend’s events that kickoff a yearlong jubilee of local arts celebrations to mark the big occasion.
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Date night ideas for every type of Winstonian
Got a hot new fling? Hoping to spice things up with your longtime partner? We’re here to help plan your next date in the Twin City.
May 29, 2024
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Road trip: Spoleto Festival USA is back May 22-June 9 in downtown Charleston
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Add to cal: Reynolda’s spring exhibition, “Seen & Unseen”
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Portrait honoring Winston-Salem resident Te’Ore Terry moved to Benton Convention Center
The artwork was moved after the downtown CVS store, where Terry worked until his death, closed on Jan. 30.
February 15, 2024
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“Happy Hearts” art sale to benefit Crisis Control Ministry
Buy a heart, fill a heart, and share love with neighbors.
February 8, 2024
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Try this: WStoday’s Picture of the Year contest
We’re commemorating 2023 the best way we know how — highlighting local photos through our WStoday Picture of the Year contest.
January 4, 2024
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