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Honoring Black History Month

Where to celebrate Black History Month in Winston-Salem
WStoday: 9th Wonder artist mural in downtown Winston-Salem
9th Wonder is a hip hop record producer and a Winston-Salem native who is listed among the 25 Greatest Rap producers of all time on Billboard. | WStoday
Every February, the country marks the history, struggles, achievements, and contributions of generations of Black Americans. From attending film series to exhibits highlighting the achievements of African Americans, here are a few ways to honor Black History Month in Winston-Salem.

Going down memory lane

“We Built This” Exhibit | Saturdays | 6 a.m.-12 p.m. | Winston-Salem Fairgrounds Farmers Market, 2532 Farmers Market Wy., | Free | See the stories of those who designed some of the state’s most historic sites from colonial days to the present.

Hearing history

Several universities and colleges in Winston-Salem are hosting month-long celebrations to highlight global Black and African diaspora communities. They are open to the public and free to attend. Those events include:
Black Sacred Music Symposium | Thursday, Feb. 15-Sunday, Feb. 18 | Times vary | UNCSA, 1533 S. Main St. | $15 | The four-day conference is dedicated to the study and performance of Black sacred music traditions, including congregational singing, folk and concert spirituals, hymns, and anthems.

Watch and learn

Black History Month Film Series | Thursdays | 7 p.m. | Old Town Neighborhood Center, 4550 Shattalon Dr., | Free | Watch films by prominent Black directors, including “The Great Debaters” and “Barbershop.”

The African American Read-In Chain | Forsyth County Central Library Auditorium, 660 W. 5th St. | Saturday, Feb. 17 | 2 p.m.-3 p.m. | Free | Listen to three-minute selections from African American fiction, nonfiction, poetry, plays, and sermons by local or national writers. Register by Monday, Feb. 12.

Showcasing talents

Black-Owned Business Expo | Saturday, Feb. 24 | 11 a.m.-8 p.m. | Hanes Mall, 3320 Silas Creek Pkwy. | Free | Shop from Black artists, makers, and small business owners.

Virtual Celebration | Sunday, Feb. 18 | 1 p.m. | Winston-Salem Police and Fire Departments will honor select retirees + the Recreation and Parks Department will showcase entries in its Black History Month exhibits and activities.

Did we miss one? Add your event to our calendar.
 
Events
Monday, Feb. 5
  • The Lab: An Experimental Space for Underground Art | Monday, Feb. 5 | 7:30-10:30 p.m. | Reynolds Place Theatre, 251 N. Spruce St., Winston-Salem | Free | See Boyd Money, aka DJ GIVAFUNK, perform live with mixes that ranges from bass house to Afro-Latin house.
Tuesday, Feb. 6
  • A Book Talk: Resilience and Hope | Tuesday, Feb. 6 | 6:30-8 p.m. | Temple Emanuel, 201 Oakwood Dr., Winston-Salem | Free | Join historians Elizabeth B. White and Joanna Sliwa for a discussion about “The Counterfeit Countess: The Jewish Woman Who Rescued Thousands of Poles During the Holocaust.”
Wednesday, Feb. 7
  • Ardmore Book Swap | Wednesday, Feb. 7 | 5 p.m. | Miller Park Rec. Center, 400 Leisure Ln., Winston-Salem | Free | Find your next great read by swapping books with your neighbor.
Thursday, Feb. 8
  • MIXED DOUBLES: Tandem Lectures | Thursday, Feb. 8 | 6-7 p.m. | Forsyth County Central Library, 660 W. 5th St., Winston-Salem | Free | Join in playful + informative talk concerning all things hot sauce and contemporary dance with other passionate participants.
Events calendar here
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Travel

7 reasons to explore Fayetteville this winter
maple syrup being poured in a hot drink with a snowy scene in the background
Experience the warm + cozy — or a variety of cold weather adventures — in Fayetteville, NC. | Photo by DistiNCtly Fayetteville
Hibernation is for the bears. Venture out of your house and embrace winter in Fayetteville, where these cold weather activities await:

🥾 Outdoor adventures
  • Stroll crisp trails: Enjoy the outdoors during nature’s slumber by hiking J. Bayard Clark, Rowan, and Mazarick parks — or (winter) birdwatching at Cape Fear Botanical Garden.
  • Soar through pines: Yes, ZipQuest’s treetop adventure is open year-round.
☕ Cozy escapes
  • Stay indoors: Immerse yourself in family-friendly fun at the Cape Fear Complex, Fayetteville History Museum, or Fascinate-U Children’s Museum’s interactive exhibits.
  • Warm your hands: Ditch the gloves and sip on seasonal delights at Rude Awakening, Vagabond Cafe, or Blanc Roasters.
  • Get comfort food coma: Experience Fayetteville’s haven for Southern delights with DistiNCtly Fayetteville’s Quintessential Southern Comfort Food Guide.
🧖 Unwind
  • Unwind with the perfect pint: Explore any of Hometown Hops’ six local breweries.
  • Feel the winter wellness: Get pampered at Between Heaven and Earth Spa or The Renaissance.
More things to do + see
News Notes
Civic
  • Today, Feb. 5, City Council is set to approve a $4.8 million contract to continue construction of multi-use paths along Salem Parkway. The project is expected to be complete in May 2025. (Triad City Beat)
Community
  • Help make Winston-Salem beautiful during Gateway Nature Preserve’s Volunteer Day on Saturday, Feb 17. Volunteers will meet at 1490 S. Broad St. and help pick up trash, trim back invasive plants, and plant wild seeds from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. — materials will be provided.
Try This
  • Watch the stars from a mountain top. Join a free public astronomy observation at Pilot Mountain State Park (~30 minutes from downtown Winston-Salem) from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday, Feb. 9 at the summit parking lot.
Plan Ahead
  • Celebrate the magic of cinema through soundtrack songs at the second annual a/perture movie prom on Saturday, March 2 from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. at WinMock in Bermuda Run. Funds will be used to support community programming throughout the year — tickets start at $150.
Award
  • Know a person or group who goes above and beyond to help out in the community? Submissions for the 2024 Governor’s Volunteer Service Award are being accepted until Friday, Feb. 9. You can only make one nomination using the provided form.
 
Asked

City

Things that only happen in Winston-Salem
WStoday: downtown Winston-Salem skyline view from Kaleideum rooftop
Could we talk about the views on a sunny day in the Twin City? | WStoday
Hey Winstonians, City Editor Kellina here. Since moving to Winston-Salem, I’ve noticed quite a few things that are different in this little corner of the world. For that reason, I want to celebrate — and point out what’s unique about our city.

Maybe you’ve just moved here yourself and noticed a few things that are unique, or perhaps you’re born and bred in the Twin City and are accustomed to the way of life. Wherever you are on the spectrum, tell us: what’s something that’s considered totally normal in Winston-Salem but nowhere else?

I’ll go first:
  • Stores and restaurants closed on Mondays
  • Immediately correcting someone when they don’t spell Winston-Salem with a dash
  • Everything being “just” a 15-minute drive away
  • Strangers smiling when you walk by as a way to acknowledge you
What’s your take? We might share your answers in an upcoming newsletter.
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WStoday: Kellina Wanteu

Today’s edition by:
Kellina
From the editor
Recently, our sister market LEXtoday did a roundup of places to cry in their city and I thought you might want to know a good place for that in the Twin City — or maybe not. Let us know if you’d like us to do a round up on where you can let out your sorrows in our city. *Excuse me while I go grab a tissue*
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