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🥘 Just like momma makes

Feed your family with these local take-and-bake meals

Salem Kitchen’s Gourmet To Go meals have been on dinner tables since 1989. | Photo courtesy of @salemkitchen

If you want a meal that tastes homemade without most of the hassle, you’re in luck. These local kitchens are whipping up meals you can grab on the go, just heat + serve.

Buie’s Market, 749 N. Avalon Rd.

The shop has frozen offerings from local establishments, like A Full Measure Catering. You can also order online for quick pick-up.

Five Loaves Catering, 710 Coliseum Dr.

This hidden gem has frozen soups and other offerings that vary daily. The storefront is closed, so you’ll need to call 336-721-1115 to inquire about what’s available.

Midtown Cafe and Dessertery, 151 S. Stratford Rd.

Pop in to pick up a chicken pie or quiche, but you’ll need to call ahead if you want to take home a whole pie or cake.

Mrs. Pumpkin’s, 3645 Reynolda Rd.

Stop in and pick up a Moravian chicken pie, soup, or other family dinner. Grab some rolls + baked goods to compliment your meal and don’t forget a dessert.

cooler along wall. — One of three coolers at The Porch stocked and ready to serve you.
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Salem Kitchen, 50 Miller St.

Entrees, sides, and desserts vary in size depending on how many people you’re feeding. Meat-based + vegetarian options are available, and you can take home items that are frozen or just need to be heated.

Southern Home & Kitchen, 200 S. Stratford Rd.

The freezer in the store is stocked with soups, dips, pizzas, quiche, and country ham rolls from Ladyfingers Catering.

The Porch Kitchen and Cantina, 840 Mill Works St.

When you’re craving enchiladas but don’t have time to dine in, visit the restaurant to grab a to-go meal from the freezer.

Did we miss your favorite spot? Let us know.

Events

Friday, Jan. 12

2K24 Kickoff | Friday, Jan. 12 | 8-11 p.m. | Reynolds Place Theatre, Milton Rhodes Center for the Arts, 251 N. Spruce St., Winston-Salem | $12 | Dead President$ will host the evening of hip-hop where nearly a dozen artists will perform.
Forsyth 4-H Adult Volunteer Information Meeting | Friday, Jan. 12 | 10-11 a.m. | Paddison Memorial Library, 248 Harmon Ln., Kernersville | Free | Find out how you can make a positive impact on local youth through the Forsyth County 4-H program.

Saturday, Jan. 13

Crafty Queers | Saturday, Jan. 13 | 3 p.m. | North Star LGBTQ+ Community Center, 930 Burke St., Winston-Salem | Free | Enjoy conversation and community while learning to crochet, paint, or create with other materials.
Yesterday’s Clothes | Saturday, Jan. 13 | 8 p.m. | Anchor Coffee Co., 486 Patterson Ave., Ste. 135, Winston-Salem | Free entry | See the new indie alternative rock band from Asheville perform.

Sunday, Jan. 14

Beyond the Book: A Lecture and Book Launch | Sunday, Jan. 14 | 3-6 p.m. | Bookmarks, 634 W. 4th St., Ste. 110, Winston-Salem | Free | Author Benjamin C. Waterhouse will discuss his exploration of self-employment in his book “One Day I’ll Work for Myself: The Dream and Delusion That Conquered America”.

Events calendar here

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Wellness

Feeling SAD? Here’s how to get help.

Synergy Psych’s recovery-friendly care can help you overcome SAD’s negative effects. | Photos via Pexels and Unsplash

Research shows that less exposure to daylight can cause Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) — a condition that impacts hormone production, sleep, mood + disposition.

If you’re experiencing SAD, you may find yourself asking:

Is this SAD or serious depression?
Do I need help if it will go away in a few months?
What if it doesn’t go away?

Get the relief you need from Synergy Psych, a team of experts providing safe + sustainable solutions while answering questions about mood, anxiety, substance use, insomnia, and more.

Schedule an in-person or telehealth appointment

News Notes

Weather

Get ready for another soaking today. Clouds are expected to roll in after 12 p.m. with the chance of a thunderstorm with damaging winds + an isolated tornado increasing in the afternoon. (FOX8 WGHP)

Listen

Grab a pint and hear musician Tyler Dodson record his new album live at West Salem Public House (400 S. Green St.) on Sunday, Jan. 14. Tickets are $50 and include a copy of the album once it’s released.

Drink

Tickets are available to North Carolina Winegrower’s Association Taste of NC event on Friday, Feb. 9. For $50, you can sample NC wines and explore food pairings from 6 to 8 p.m. at Benton Convention Center.

State

North Carolina is the second-best state for women business owners. That’s according to a 2024 report from Wells Fargo, which cited an upward trend in the growth of women-led firms that significantly tribute to the state’s economy. (Triad Business Journal)

Edu

Forsyth Tech is partnering with UNC Wilmington for a new PathWays Program to make it easier for students to transfer from the community college to the coastal university. Students in the program will receive transfer guidance and have UNCW application fees waived.

Regional

King native Tara Lynn Schiphof is competing for the chance to be crowned Miss America. The 25-year-old Miss Georgia is a graduate of UNC School of the Arts and Wake Forest University. (Winston-Salem Journal)

Eat

The holidays may be behind us, but we’re still embracing all the cozy comfort foods we can cook — starting with this chicken noodle soup and easy cheesy lasagna.*

Finance

2024’s “it card” is here. Not only does it offer a $200 bonus, but also unlimited 1.5% cash back and 0% intro APR until 2025. (Oh, and did we mention the annual fee? No — because there isn’t one.) Learn more + apply.*

Job

💼 Your future self will thank you

Get career advice at these talent and workforce development events

The next step in your professional journey starts here. | Photo courtesy of Innovation Quarter

Greater Winston-Salem, Inc. is hosting a free series for job seekers and business owners. These talent + workforce development events are open to the public, but registration is required. All events will take place at the chamber’s offices at 525 Vine St., Ste. 240.

Ask a Recruiter | Thursday, Jan. 18 | 2 p.m. | Learn what employers are looking for in ideal candidates. Recruiters will offer job search + career advice. Submit a question by Sunday, Jan. 14 for the guest panel to answer.

Expand Your Talent Pipeline | Thursday, Jan. 25 | 2 p.m. | Representatives from World Relief and other local guests will discuss benefits of refugee hiring. Learn how employers can create a successful experience for candidates through the hiring process.

Resume Review | Tuesday, Jan. 30 | 12 p.m. | Get your resume reviewed by a local workforce development professional. Bring two printed copies and a digital device with an electronic copy for editing.

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