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20+ spots to grab a drink after work
People toasting with a pink drink, a bottle of Modelo beer, and a cocktail with a sprig of mint.
Say goodbye to work stress. | Photo by Dram and Draught
Whether you’re hankering for a locally brewed IPA, a chilled glass of sauvignon blanc, or a gin and tonic featuring gin from Sutler’s Spirit Co. distilled right here in Winston-Salem, here are 23 places around town to grab a drink.

Off the vine

6th and Vine, 209 W. 6th St. | Drink we love: Sparkling flights are $13 on Wednesdays
Reds, whites, and reserve wines are on this menu — or try a wine flight that includes sips of three wines. Champagnes, ports, beer, and cocktails are also available. The downtown restaurant is open starting at 11 a.m. Wednesday through Sunday.

The Caviste, 1100 Reynolda Rd. | Drink we love: Vincent Roussely Orange Sauvignon
This wine bar is the place to discover hidden gems and to taste wines from around the world. The extensive list gives you something to try each visit. Pours start at 12 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday.

Keeping spirits up

Joyner’s Bar, 854 W. 4th St. | Drink we love: Camellia (but the menu changes)
The upstairs and downstairs both have bars inside this West End spot. It’s a good place to go if you’re looking for a specialty liquor. Leather chairs and dimly lit tables make for an intimate vibe. Craft cocktails are available weekdays starting at 4 p.m.

Tall pink drink with lime slice and small orange cocktail with burnt orange slice. Both are sitting on black napkins on a wooden table and windows are behind them.

Watch the world go by at Joyner’s with one of these in hand.

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Photo by WStoday

The Trophy Room, 517 N. Liberty St. | Drink we love: Berry Bourbon Smash
This bourbon bar is known for its extensive selection of whiskeys, but you can find spirits of all kinds. Enjoy straight pours, whiskey flights, or craft cocktails. A $50 membership gets you your own locker to keep bottles you purchase on hand for each visit. The bar opens at 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday.
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I am most proud of my city’s...
A. Bubbling craft beer scene
B. Delicious distilleries
C. Mocktail masterpieces
D. Vines and wines
Cheers to good sips
 
Events
Friday, April 12
  • Marguerite’s Coffee House presents The Swingset | Friday, April 12 | 7-8:30 p.m. | Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Winston-Salem, 4055 Robinhood Rd., Winston-Salem | $5 | Listen to toe-tapping tunes from the 30s and 40s like “Fly Me to the Moon” and “Pennies from Heaven”.
  • Winston-Salem Dash vs. Greensboro | Friday, April 12 | 7 p.m. | Truist Stadium, 951 Ballpark Way, Winston-Salem | $13-$53 | End your week with a bang stick around after the game for a fireworks show.*
Saturday, April 13
  • City with Dwellings Birthday Party | Saturday, April 13 | 2-3:30 p.m. | The Hub, 502 N. Broad St., Winston-Salem | $25 | Celebrate and support the nonprofit’s work to reduce homelessness with cake, music, a silent auction, and a photo booth.
  • Diamonds AARF Forever — Party 4 Paws | Saturday, April 13 | 6:30-10:30 p.m. | Millennium Center, 101 W. 5th St., Winston-Salem | $150-$200 | Help AARF rescue, heal, and home abandoned dogs and cats at the annual fundraiser that includes dinner and an open bar.
  • Tours of the Archives Vault | Saturday, April 13 | 11 a.m.-12 p.m. | Moravian Archives, 457 S. Church St., Winston-Salem | $39 | Get up close to highlighted collection items related to the horticulture history of Old Salem.
  • Winston-Salem Dash vs. Greensboro | Saturday, April 13 | 7 p.m. | Truist Stadium, 951 Ballpark Way, Winston-Salem | $13-$53 | Grab your friendship bracelets, don a sparkly outfit, and head to Truist Stadium for Baseball (Bolt’s Version), presented by Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist.*
Sunday, April 14
  • Comicade 2024 | Sunday, April 14 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | The Ramkat, 170 W. 9th St., Winston-Salem | $4 | Shop vintage comics, video games, toys, art, and collectibles — food trucks and drinks from the bar will be available.
  • Spring Camel City Craft Fair | Sunday, April 14 | 12-5 p.m. | Foothills Brewing Tasting Room, 3800 Kimwell Dr., Winston-Salem | Cost of purchase | Shop from artists and makers selling handmade items while enjoying live music, sweet treats, craft beer, and food.
  • Winston-Salem Dash vs. Greensboro | Sunday, April 14 | 7 p.m. | Truist Stadium, 951 Ballpark Way, Winston-Salem | $13-$53 | It’s Sunday Funday — purchase this special ticket package (includes a game ticket + drink voucher to any of the bars at Truist Stadium) for only $20.*
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News Notes
Outdoors
  • A step in the right direction. The city has allotted money for 15 sidewalk projects. According to the city’s budget and performance management director, there are other projects totaling $500 million that still need to be funded. (Triad City Beat)
Opening
  • La Princesa’s Frozen Treats’ second location at 3248 Silas Creek Pkwy. opens today, April 12. You can also stop by the Mexican-style dessert shop on East Clemmonsville Road from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily.
Try This
  • Learn to line dance for free at the Chaos Crew’s debut at Radar Brewing (216 E. 9th St.) tonight, April 12. Lessons start at 7 p.m. and the music will play until 10 p.m.
Read
  • Romance readers rejoice, a new summer beach read is here. Pick up a signed copy of Emily Henry’s novel “Funny Story” at the book’s launch party on Tuesday, April 23. Tickets are $29 and registration is required.
Theater
  • Stained Glass Playhouse will present Thornton Wilder’s “Our Town” starting Friday, May 3 through Sunday, May 19. The play follows residents in small-town Grover’s Corners as they learn the cyclical nature of life. All performances will be held at 4401 Indiana Ave. — tickets start at $10.
Feel Good
  • Say goodbye to someone who keeps Winston-Salem safe on bike patrol. After 28 years with the Winston-Salem Police Department, Sgt. Kevin Bowers is retiring. Wish him well at a public celebration from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 24 at the Millennium Center (101 W. 5th St.).
Sports
 
Pets

Tail-wagging walk

Race to the finish with your pup at the 8th annual Mutt Strut
Shaded pavement with people walking dogs.
There’s plenty to see — and sniff — along the way. | Photo by DesiLu Pet Portraits
One weekend walk is going to the dogs. Forsyth Humane Society’s 8th annual Mutt Strut is happening Saturday, April 27 at 9 a.m. in Winston-Salem.

Animal lovers and their furry family members can walk or run the Salem Creek Greenway during a one-mile fun run ($35) or a timed 5k race ($45). The route starts at Marketplace Mall and is partially shaded. Once the race is over, stick around for a vendor market where you can shop from local pet-friendly businesses.

Here are a few additional things you need to know about this dog-friendly event:
  • Be sure to ask permission before you pet the pooches
  • Retractable leashes are not allowed
  • Expect to see pups strutting their stuff in outfits and costumes
You need to sign up to participate. Proceeds benefit Forsyth Humane Society’s work to keep animals safe, healthy, and housed.
The Buy
A ClassPass membership, which lets you use multiple local gyms, fitness studios, and spas with just one membership. We like: Getting 14 days free when you sign up — meaning you can finally see if that gym you’ve been eyeing is worth it.
Answered

Forsyth Tech is launching an athletics program. We asked you to tell us which sports you would be most excited to watch. Here are the results:

Basketball court with person standing in gray suit on left. A fox mascot is in the middle and a person in a gray jacket with blonde hair is on the right.

Chris Haley, of the National Junior College Athletics Association, (NJCAA) and mascot, Blaze, helped welcome Barnes to campus.

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Photo courtesy of Forsyth Tech

Basketball — 80%
Volleyball — 76%
Baseball — 59%
Soccer — 46%
Golf — 20%
Cross Country — 4%
Other — 13%
None — 2%
The new athletic director will call the shots
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I think we’ve earned a weekend of nice weather after all the rain this week. You’ll find me walking in Reynolda Village and enjoying the sunshine with a cocktail at The Tap.
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