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48º | Mostly sunny | 0% chance of rain | Sunrise: 7:32 a.m. | Sunset: 5:23 p.m.
 
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Skyline stories: Reynolds Building

The iconic Reynolds Building downtown has a fun connection to the Empire State Building
Winston-Salem, NC skyline with the Reynolds Building
The City of Winston-Salem is home to more than 250,000 people, according to census.gov. | Photo via Wikimedia Commons
Wanna hear a tall tale? Standing proud at 314 ft. since 1929, the Reynolds Building has been a Winston-Salem icon for almost a full century. But as many local architecture fans know, it also served as inspiration for a certain King Kong-sized skyscraper up north. New York architectural firm Shreve and Lamb designed the local tower for R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company — then contributed similar art deco plans for the Empire State Building that same year. But exactly how closely are the two related? Let’s take a look and see.

The Reynolds Building design came first and quickly grabbed the attention of architects around the world. With its ornate panels and stately facade, the tower won the National Architectural Association’s Building of the Year Award in 1929 and was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2014. Not to brag or anything.

Planners involved with Shreve and Lamb’s Empire State Building drew inspiration from the firm’s Reynolds design — in addition to the Carew Tower in Cincinnati, which was also built around the same time. The New York landmark highlights elements of both the Reynolds’ ziggurat-style top part and needle + the Carew Tower’s base.

Reynolds Building in downtown Winston-Salem, NC

The historic tower is 30-stories tall.

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Photo via Wikimedia Commons

As some people tell it, the Empire State Building owes so much to Winston-Salem’s iconic tower that it sends a Father’s Day card every year to the Reynolds Building. But that was only a one-time thing. In 1979, Robert L. Timber — the Empire State Building’s general manager at the time — did send a nice message on the 50th anniversary of the Reynolds Building, with an opening line that said, “Happy Anniversary, Dad.”

Paternal relationship or not, we’re still in awe of the building that now houses the Kimpton Cardinal Hotel, the Katharine Restaurant, and residential apartments. It built quite the rep on its own.
Lowes Foods
 
Events
Tuesday, Aug. 15
  • Staying Put: Aging In Place | Tuesday, Aug. 15 | 5:30-6:30 p.m. | Highland Presbyterian Church, Activity Building, 2381 Cloverdale Ave., Winston-Salem | Free | Attendees can learn how to discuss aging at home with their parents and how to address accessibility concerns with home renovations and modifications.
  • Synergy Referral Group | Tuesday, Aug. 15 | 8-9 a.m. | Greater Winston-Salem, Inc, 525 Vine St., Ste. 240, Winston-Salem | Free | Build relationships, generate referrals and leads, and find support for business development and growth.
  • Winston-Salem Dash vs. Greenville Drive | Tuesday, Aug. 15 | 7 p.m. | Truist Stadium, 951 Ballpark Wy, Winston-Salem | $13-$53 | It’s O2 Fitness Tote Tuesday — the first 200 guests will receive a free clear tote bag.*
Wednesday, Aug. 16
  • Reynolda Young Explorers | Wednesday, Aug. 16 | 10-11 a.m. | Education Wing of Reynolda Greenhouse, 100 Reynolda Village, Winston-Salem | $7 | Children ages 2-5 can begin the first of five explorations around Reynolda Gardens to learn more about the natural world — registration required.
Thursday, Aug. 17
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News Notes
Open
  • Barcelona Burger & Beer Garden is serving its full menu to customers in Innovation Quarter at its new location at the corner of 4th Street and Patterson Avenue. The restaurant is open daily 11 a.m.-9p.m.
Development
  • Apartments under construction at West Fourth and North Green streets will be for residents 55 + older. Brown Investment Properties of Greensboro and Commercial Realty Advisors of Winston-Salem teamed up for the project — which is slated to be complete fall 2024. (Triad Business Journal)
Film
  • A free screening of “Americanish” at Marketplace Cinemas on Saturday, Aug. 19 at 8 p.m. will include a discussion with director Iman Zawahry. The film is about three Pakistani women navigating traditions in US society.
Plan Ahead
  • Mark your calendar. The Winston-Salem Food Truck Festival will return to 9th Street on Sunday, Oct. 15. Food trucks from across the state will be open for business — along with art, music and beer offerings.
Health
  • It is the final week the School Health Alliance for Forsyth County will offer mobile health clinics at different schools to get children up to date on physicals and required immunizations. Clinics are held 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. and appointments are required.
Sports
Edu
  • Not ready to shop for supplies, plan lunches, or return to the pick-up line just yet? Here’s a way you can start the school year on the right foot while getting your weekly groceries: Lowes Foods’ Cart to Class program, which aims to raise up to a quarter million dollars for local schools this year.*
Eat
  • Did you know Dewey’s Bakery was founded here in WS in 1930? Today, they’re one of Winston-Salem’s largest food + beverage manufacturers and their delicious offerings are sold nationwide. Pro tip: Gift a box of your favorite snacks for back-to-school or as part of your next hostess gift.*
Shop
  • Last chance: MANSCAPED’s annual Summer Sale ends in just two days. Now’s your chance to take advantage of 20% off + free shipping site-wide to save big on their best-selling electric trimmers, premium grooming kits, and UltraPremium formulations. Activate your discount.*
 
Cause

Serving food, fun + families in need
Watch out Gordon Ramsay — there will be a lot of cooks in the kitchen this weekend. Men will put on their aprons Saturday, Aug. 19 for the 8th annual Men Who Cook fundraiser.

Amateurs and their sous chefs will use original recipes to whip up appetizers, desserts, and main dishes. Taste testers (that’s you) decide what’s worthy of a second bite by tipping the teams.

The friendly competition benefits SECU Family House — a low-cost, comfortable place to stay for families visiting Winston-Salem while their loved ones receive care at local hospitals. Proceeds from Men Who Cook go toward keeping the cost of overnight stays reasonable for guests.

This year’s event is happening from 6:30-9:30 p.m. at the Forsyth Barn at Legacy Stables and Events at 4151 Thomasville Rd. Single admission tickets are $100.
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I celebrated National Farmers Market Week with a visit to Cobblestone Farmers Market this weekend. It was wonderful to see goods from so many talented local vendors who are committed to sustainable practices. I highly recommend checking it out — the market is open year-round.
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