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Who’s ready for Spring Break? Our City Editors took Friday off to spend more time out and about in the City of Arts and Innovation — City Editor Kellina grabbed an iced chai blossom from Chad’s Chai and City Editor Cambridge went shopping with her mom at Elizabeth’s at Hanes Park.

Today’s newsletter is designed to help you enjoy longer days in Winston-Salem — take a look at our favorite staycations + unique places to recommend to visitors, family friendly activities, recommended walking trails, and places with great skyline views of the city.

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A. Nashville
B. New York
C. Los Angeles
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Events

Monday, March 25

City Council Meeting | Monday, March 25 | 6 p.m. | City Council Chamber, City Hall, 101 N. Main St., Winston-Salem | Free | City Council will hear public comments and consider rezoning requests for properties on University Parkway and South Martin Luther King Jr. Drive.

Tuesday, March 26

“Love is Blind” themed Single Mingle | Tuesday, March 26 | 6-9 p.m. | Foothills Brewing Tasting Room, 3800 Kimwell Dr., Winston-Salem | Free | Meet other singles and enjoy half-price wine at this event themed after the reality tv show.
“To Be Seen: Documenting the Art of the Ivory Coast” | Tuesday, March 26 | 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. | Timothy S.Y. Lam Museum of Anthropology, 1315 Carroll Weathers Dr., Winston-Salem | Free | Explore the exhibition of objects, unfinished works, tools, and photographs from the Ivory Coast on display through Aug. 16.

Wednesday, March 27

Coworking Community Day | Wednesday, March 27 | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | Flywheel Coworking, 500 W. 5th St., Ste. 800, Winston-Salem | Free | Use open coworking space + private offices with access to high speed Wi-Fi, plus enjoy a “You’re So Fly” member lunch on the house with other community members.
Building Bright Futures Town Hall | Wednesday, March 27 | 5:30-8 p.m. | Emmanuel Baptist Church, 1075 Shalimar Dr., Winston-Salem | Free, RSVP | Hear about current projects and plans + share your ideas to support local children and families.

Thursday, March 28

Demystifying Hypnotherapy | Thursday, March 28 | 1-2 p.m. | Forsyth County Central Library, 600 W. 5th St., Winston-Salem | Free, RSVP | Learn about how hypnosis works and how it’s used as a holistic therapy option.

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News Notes

Civic

Current Deputy County Manager Shontell Robinson will become Forsyth County manager after Dudley Watts retires in June. Robinson was chosen after a nationwide search and has held various positions within Forsyth County Government for 10 years.

Traffic

Pay close attention to detours if your travels take you around Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center. Lane closures + traffic shifts on Medical Center Boulevard begin today and will continue through Monday, April 29 because of construction work.

Eat

Enjoy a five-course dinner inspired by bourbons, whiskeys, and vodka on Friday, April 5 at Founders Restaurant (150 S. Marshall St.). Tickets are $115 per person and seatings are available between 5:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. — call 336-293-6875 to reserve your table.

Read

Winston-Salem native + local author Wade Beauchamp has published his first piece of historical fiction. “The Purple Menace and the Tobacco Prince” was inspired by the life of RJ Reynolds Tobacco Company heir Z. Smith Reynolds. (WXII 12 News)

Active

Let the spring training begin. Meet at Footnote Coffee and Cocktails on 4th Street on Saturday, April 6 to take part in a free training run. Sign up to hit the streets for a 10-mile run at 7:45 a.m. or get going with a three-mile run at 8:30 a.m.

Asked

What’s the best coffee shop in Winston-Salem? Our bracket challenge is down to Louie and Honey’s Kitchen and Ardmore Coffee and we’re asking you to choose the winner. Cast your vote — the winner will be announced Friday, March 29.

Eat

There’s no egg-scuse to show up empty handed to an Easter potluck with these easy-to-make recipes. These tasty and adorable “carrots” make a fun addition to an Easter brunch spread and bonus — the kids can help. Want to stick to the tried-and-trues? Try this twist on the classic deviled egg.*

Giveaway

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The Buy

A pack of the No. 1 best-selling Hanes Men’s Boxer Briefs, because they’re 30% off so you can stock up on new underwear. Each pair is made from cotton, breathable, and moisture-wicking. Pro tip: The sale ends tonight.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Cambridge

From the editor

I had so much fun on Friday taking the day to wander and enjoy our city. I had the chance to explore an area I didn’t know much about — I look forward to sharing what I learned in an upcoming newsletter.

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