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💕 We just love love

10 unique ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day in Winston-Salem
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Champagne and chocolates are just one way to celebrate. | Photo courtesy of The Graylyn Estate
Cupid’s arrow has landed on the Twin City. We only have eyes for events that are fun and festive for everyone. Grab your partner, friends, or head out solo to experience love the Winston-Salem way.

Rhythm of love

Big Band Brunch | Sunday, Feb. 11 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Reserve a table for up to eight guests and enjoy a full brunch buffet at the Millennium Center while Camel City Jazz Orchestra performs. Tickets are $60 per person and must be purchased by Thursday, Feb. 8 at 12 p.m.

Couples Karaoke | Wednesday, Feb. 14 | 9:30 p.m. to close | Serenade your sweetheart or perform a love ballad as a duet at The Wrong Number. Entry is free — cocktails will be available for purchase.

Sweet memories

Galentine’s Tea Party | Sunday, Feb. 18 | 2-4 p.m. | Dress up in your favorite vintage costume for a tea party full of friends at Pink Moon Cafe. Sip on a variety of teas and enjoy sweet treats. Tickets are $35 and include food and drink.

Romantic Getaway at Graylyn Estate | Multiple dates | Check-in early and leave later during this overnight experience. Breakfast for two, fresh roses, and other perks are included. Rates start at $259.

Handmade from the heart

Galentine’s Floral Arrangement Workshop | Monday, Feb. 12 | 6 p.m. | Sophisticated Florals will teach you tips and tricks for designing your own floral masterpiece. Tickets are $115 each and include a personal charcuterie box, an adult beverage, dessert, and materials.

Did we miss an event you’re looking forward to? Add it to our events calendar.
More ways to make your heart flutter
 
Events
Tuesday, Feb. 6
  • Forsyth County Genealogical Society Meeting | Tuesday, Feb. 6 | 2 p.m. | Forsyth County Public Library, Reynolda Manor Branch, 2839 Fairlawn Dr., Winston-Salem | Free | Learn about the history of the 8,000 North Carolinians who fought for the Union during the Civil War.
Wednesday, Feb. 7
  • Effective Workplace Communications | Wednesday, Feb. 7 | 1 p.m. | Greater Winston-Salem, Inc., 525 Vine St., Ste. 240, Winston-Salem | Free | Learn how to develop techniques to enhance your communication skills in the workplace.
Thursday, Feb. 8
  • Winston-Salem Film Academy Open House | Thursday, Feb. 8 | 7 p.m. | Mixxer Makerspace, 1375 N. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr., Winston-Salem | Free | Explore the program for high school students designed to teach them video production and build a sustainable business plan.
Friday, Feb. 9
  • Taste of NC | Friday, Feb. 9 | 6-8 p.m. | Benton Convention Center, 301 W. 5th St., Winston-Salem | $50 | Taste wines from vineyards across NC and enjoy pairings from local restaurants and caterers.
Plan Ahead
  • 2024 a/ movie prom | Saturday, March 2 | 7-11 p.m. | Winmock at Kinderton, 168 E Kinderton Way, Bermuda Run | $125-$150 | Dress in your best prom or space-age-inspired outfits and join a/perture cinema for an evening of dancing, drinks, and delectables at their signature annual gala.*
Events calendar here
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Older Adults

Age comfortably + securely with Navigation at Home
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Navigation’s all-inclusive membership means you can enjoy complete peace of mind while living at home. | Photo provided by Salemtowne
Age your way wherever you stay with Navigation at Home, a long-term care program for active + independent older adults who want to continue making memories in the home and community they love.

Combining the benefits of long-term care insurance with a personal care coordinator, this comprehensive service from Salemtowne provides members with a customized plan for at-home care, including:
  • Asset protection
  • Care coordination
  • High-quality health services
Bonus: Participants also enjoy access to Navigation’s established network of approved service providers.
See what customized care looks like
News Notes
Outdoors
  • Get updates on the construction of Belews Lake Park at two public meetings this month. The first one is happening tonight, Feb. 6 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Belews Creek Fire Department (7675 Belews Creek Rd.).
Coming Soon
  • A new sports bar is expected to open in three months at 622 N. Trade St. Miller’s on Trade will have pool tables, foosball, shuffleboard, and a virtual dart board. (Triad Business Journal)
Shop
  • Apply to show off + sell your handmade works at West Salem Public House on Saturday, March 9. The bar is hosting a Maker’s Market between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. to celebrate its anniversary.
Cause
  • Develop a deeper understanding of equity, diversity, and inclusion in 15 to 20 minutes each day this month. You can still sign up for United Way of Forsyth County’s 21-Day Equity Challenge. The immersive experience begins tomorrow, Feb. 7.
Real Estate
  • The Tractor Supply Company at 7325 Thoroughbred Ln. in Clemmons (adjacent to Tanglewood Park) has been sold for $7.98 million. According to public records, the 21,250-sqft building is now owned by New York-based Wielka LLC. (Triad Business Journal)
Award
  • A graduate of UNC School of the Arts’ School of Music high school program is now a Grammy award winner. Mary-Mitchell Campbell earned recognition in the best musical theater album category for her work on a production of “Some Like It Hot.”
Listen
  • Hear Shakespeare’s sonnets reimagined with the rhythms of jazz at “Shall I Compare Thee” on Friday, Feb. 23 at 7:30 p.m. Vocalist Cle Thompson will perform with Piedmont Jazz Alliance at SECCA (750 Marguerite Dr.) — tickets begin at $10.
Edu
  • Salem College announced it has received the largest number of student applications in its history. More than 1,900 students have applied to study at the women’s college in the fall of 2024.
Travel
  • Copa Airlines will begin nonstop flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Panama City in June. The CEO of the Airport Authority in the Triangle said right now, 270 passengers travel daily from RDU to Central and South America. (Triad Business Journal)
Health
  • Is heart disease symptomless? Does controlled diabetes decrease your risk of a heart attack? Should you swallow or chew an aspirin after calling 911? Take this quiz to test your heart-smarts — and show a little love to your heart this February.*
Finance
  • If you’ve been dreaming of a “one-card wallet,” it’s time to wake up and get your hands on this credit card. Not only does it offer 0% APR into 2025, but cardholders can also earn up to 5% cash back — with no annual fee to boot.*
 
Learn

Innovators sharing ideas

Hear from innovators and storytellers at TEDxWakeForestU
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Wake Forest students organize the TEDx events, which are local, self-organized series licensed by TED. | Photo courtesy of Wake Forest University
Wake Forest University’s annual TEDxWakeForestU event returns to campus on Thursday, Feb. 8 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. The event is free and open to the public.

Five speakers from diverse backgrounds will take the stage for “Staying ConnecTED.” They will share stories + ideas that fueled positive change in their field.
  • Florence “Flo” Ngala is an editorial photographer known for her portraits of celebrities and hip-hop artists.
  • Steven David’s career in the justice system includes serving as a justice on Indiana’s Supreme Court.
  • Chef Shenarri Freeman is a James Beard Award nominee and graduate of the Institute of Culinary Education’s plant-based Health-Supportive Culinary Arts program.
  • Griffin Spolansky is the co-founder and CEO of Mezcla — a plant-based snack brand sold nationwide.
  • Suresh Vishnubhatla’s work has focused on building scalable platforms and developing customer-focused service organizations.
Want to go? Registration is requested. The event will be held in Wait Chapel (1834 Wake Forest Rd.).
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