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Events in Winston-Salem to look forward to in 2024
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The 2023 Winston-Salem Open brought $5 million to the Winston-Salem economy. | Photo via Winston-Salem Open
It’s Monday, which probably requires reacquainting yourself with your calendar. We’ve already helped you plan the first half of 2024. Now, take a look at big events to get excited about through the end of the year.

July

International Black Theatre Festival | Monday, July 29-Saturday, Aug. 3 | NC Black Repertory Company welcomes performers, designers, directors, producers, and technicians from across the world for six days of celebrations and 130+ performances.

August

Winston-Salem Open | Saturday, Aug. 17-Saturday, Aug. 24 | Rising tennis stars hit the Wake Forest University Tennis Complex for eight days of competition + fan activities.

September

Bookmarks Festival of Books and Authors | Saturday, Sept. 28 | The festival encourages authors and readers to interact through book signings, discussions, and meet-and-greet events.

October

Carolina Classic Fair | Friday, Oct. 4-Sunday, Oct. 13 | This agricultural fair is the second largest in NC and has over 75 attractions + plenty of tasty foods to try.

Close up of different candy apples in to-go containers. The left row has sprinkles, the middle is caramel, and the third row is covered with nuts. There is a row of blue and pink cotton candy in containers slightly out of the frame on the right side.

Sweet treats and unique creations draw crowds to the Carolina Classic Fair.

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Photo via Carolina Classic Fair

November

Piedmont Craftsmen’s Fair | Saturday, Nov. 16 + Sunday, Nov. 17 | This annual expo at Benton Convention Center held the weekend before Thanksgiving showcases goods from artisans nationwide.

December

Holiday events abound in the Twin City, including traditions like Tanglewood Festival of Lights, Christmas for the City, and the Winston-Salem Holiday Parade. Bookmark this page to keep up with dates when they’re announced.

Are you organizing an event the community can take part in? We want to know about it. Adding it to our events calendar is a great way to share it with the public.
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Events
Monday, Jan. 29
Tuesday, Jan. 30
  • Secrest Artists Series: Royal Philharmonic Orchestra | Tuesday, Jan. 30 | 7:30-8:30 p.m. | Wait Chapel, 1834 Wake Forest Rd., Winston-Salem | $5-$24 | The RPO will perform a broad repertoire, including a performance of Prokofiev’s “3rd Piano Concerto” by British pianist Isata Kanneh-Mason.
  • All About Olives | Tuesday, Jan. 30 | 6-8 p.m. | Southern Home & Kitchen, 200 S. Stratford Rd., Winston-Salem | $71 | Instructor Michael Hastings will show you how olives can boost the flavor of just about any dish.
  • Whole Chicken Processing | Tuesday, Jan. 30 | 5-7 p.m. | Beta Verde, 3733 Milhaven Rd., Winston-Salem | $76 | Learn how to prepare and process a whole chicken from start to finish.
Wednesday, Jan. 31
  • Premium Vodka Cocktail Class and Tasting | Wednesday, Jan. 31 | 7 p.m. | Breathe Cocktail Lounge, 221 N. Main St., Kernersville | $25 | Taste Tito’s, Stoli, and Crystal Head vodkas and learn how to use them in your next cocktail.
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How Crossnore Communities helps children heal
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Fundamental Building, Power to Programs, and Everyday Essentials comprise the campaign’s three-step approach. | Photo provided by Crossnore Communities for Children
Crossnore Communities for Children has provided sanctuaries for hope and healing for vulnerable children in the Piedmont Triad and across North Carolina for 100+ years.

Recently, the nonprofit announced a $41 million fundraising campaign to expand and enhance programming across the state, and they’re looking for all the help they can get to bring the vision to life.

Explore the three-part “Promise of Home” campaign, and learn exactly what your gift would go toward.
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News Notes
Civic
  • Submit your questions for City Council candidates and hear their answers at a candidate forum on Tuesday, Feb. 13. The event sponsored by Triad City Beat will be held at Forsyth County Central Library (600 W. 5th St.) at 5:30 p.m.
Coming Soon
  • You can be one of the first people to explore Kaleideum. The experiential learning museum on West 3rd Street will hold its grand opening on Saturday, Feb. 17 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Reserve your tickets starting Thursday, Feb. 1.
Sports
  • Season passes are available for Salem City FC, Winston-Salem’s new professional soccer team. The USL League Two club will play home games at Truist Sports Park in Bermuda Run — games begin in May. (WXII 12 News)
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Tech
  • The Winston-Salem Police Department is using social media to boost its recruitment efforts. Police Chief William Penn said 75% of recent applicants reported learning about the agency on digital platforms. (FOX8 WGHP)
Cause
  • Forsyth County Government is accepting applications from nonprofits for Special Appropriations funding for fiscal year 2024-2025. Apply by Monday, Feb. 26 at 12 p.m.
 
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Our readers’ local love stories
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Celebrate Valentine’s Day by exploring local love stories. | Graphic via 6AM City
Have you found love in Winston-Salem? We want to know about it.

This Valentine’s Day, we’re creating a map of places where our readers have made memories around the area. We want to hear about every kind of relationship. Tell us about your meet cute stories, getting advice from a parent, learning to love yourself... we love love stories in all their forms. (But do keep it PG, please.)

Add a point to our map by Friday, Feb. 9 for a chance to be featured in our interactive map (and newsletter).

We’ll go first with a story of our own. City Editor Cambridge’s future with her now husband Brad began on 4th Street. He asked for her phone number while sitting at the bar at Recreation Billiards. They had their first date across the street at Jeffrey Adams, and have been exploring bars + restaurants together ever since.
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Speaking of using technology to reach new audiences, Sister Deborah has reached over half a million people on TikTok. The 70-year-old instructor teaches baking techniques at Winkler Bakery in Old Salem. I recommend this fun read about her career + newfound fame.
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