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WS: Long Branch Trail near Wake Forest University school of medicine

Enjoy a morning run or take an afternoon stroll on the trail to refresh your mind. | Photo by WStoday

Work is underway on Phase Two of Innovation Quarter. Infrastructure work is expected to be complete late fall, but Long Branch Trail is still open to the public. You may encounter a few detour signs that will redirect you along the construction area.

With temperatures warming up, the 1.7-mile trail is one you can check out from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. The paved landscape runs from Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, through Innovation Quarter, under Business 40, to Salem Creek Greenway. For those who like going the extra mile, you can access the 20-mile loop from the north end of the Innovation Quarter around Salem Lake and back.

A route towards connection

The city created Long Branch Trail as an effort to increase connectivity + promote wellness in the community, providing a higher quality of life for residents. The trail opened in 2018 with the goal of increasing walkability in the city. Along the trail, you can find benches, lighting, emergency call boxes, water fountains, and bike racks.

A path forward

Currently, Winston-Salem has an average walk score of 22 with the downtown area averaging a 79 out of 100 score. While a lot of improvements need to be made, the city is headed in the right direction. Other projects currently underway to increase walkability are the Salem Parkway Multi-use Path West + the redesigning of the Midtown Project.”

Want to find out how you can get on the Long Branch Trail? Check out the map which shows various access points to the pathway.

Asked

Have you ever been on the Long Branch Trail?

A. Yes, multiple times
B. Yes, a few times
C. I rarely go on the trail
D. I have not

Let's take a walk

Events

Friday, May 3

Sip and Sketch | Friday, May 3 | 1-4 p.m. | MESDA, 924 S. Main St., Winston-Salem | Free, RSVP | Tour the period rooms at the museum in Old Salem, with the opportunity to sketch a handful of rooms up close.
“Beyond the Canvas: Art in the Third Dimension” | Friday, May 3 | 6-8 p.m. | Delta Arts Center, 2611 New Walkertown Rd., Winston-Salem | Free | Join the opening reception of the three-dimensional artwork by Latisha Coleman, plus learn how African culture inspires her work.

Saturday, May 4

Shredding Event | Saturday, May 4 | 9-11 a.m. | Trinity Methodist Church, 3819 Country Club Rd., Winston-Salem | $5 | Bring documents you need to get rid of + have them shredded on site.
Trellis Supportive Care Kentucky Derby Party | Saturday, May 4 | 4 p.m. | Biotech Place, 575 Patterson Ave., Winston-Salem | $75-$150 | Don your best hat and bow tie for Derby-themed food and cocktails, a silent auction, a live stream of the Kentucky Derby, and more activities.
FPHL Commissioner’s Cup Championship Series | Saturday, May 4 | 7:30 p.m. | Winston-Salem Fairgrounds Arena, 421 W. 27th St., Winston-Salem | $13-$35 | Cheer on the Carolina Thunderbirds as they face the Binghamton Black Bears on the ice in pursuit of another FPHL title.

Sunday, May 5

Paint and Craft Pop-Up | Sunday, May 5 | 4-6 p.m. | The Playground Golf and Sports Bar, 6355 Jessie Ln., Clemmons | $40 | Unlock your creative side with paint and a craft pop-up, plus you get to choose your own design.

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🍽️ When to eat out to give back

A group of people posing for a selfie at a dinner table.

Hope du Jour is a fun and easy way to help those in need in our community. | Photo provided by Crisis Control Ministry

An excuse to dine out? Yes, please.

On Tuesday, May 7, 100+ eateries will participate in Crisis Control Ministry’s Hope du Jour — an annual fundraiser where local food and beverage establishments donate 10% of their proceeds to community assistance programs all day.

Tips to make the most of the day:

Grab a coffee (or two)
Bring treats for the office
Eat out for breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Go out for drinks with friends
Order take out for another day

Browse participating restaurants

News Notes

Open

What started as a mobile coffee business is now a shop in the lobby of the 500 West 5th building downtown. Inti House Bolivian Coffee Bar serves coffee, espresso drinks, and Bolivian herbal teas — opens five days a week. (Winston-Salem Journal)

Coming Soon

La Barberia’s opening date is less than two weeks away. The barbershop located inside the West Edge shopping center will offer grooming and entertainment options for patrons. The shop will celebrate its grand opening on Tuesday, May 14.

Real Estate

True Homes planted a new community in the Ardmore neighborhood on Ebert Street. The building company offers townhomes with various floorplans starting at $250,400.

Development

Got ideas on how the Town of Kernersville should use its new recreation + event center that’s coming soon? Fill out the master plan survey to share your opinion on amenities and activities you’d like to see at the complex once it’s completed.

Cause

Run after a great cause at the Hammerbird 5K and One-Mile Fun Run/Walk tomorrow, May 4. The event at Kimberley Park Elementary School starts at 8 a.m. Proceeds will support Habitat for Humanity’s work to build, remodel, and repair homes for Forsyth County families.

Quoted

We want to shout out one of our readers, Judy S., who shared her favorite mantra that was passed down from her great grandmother; “No. 1 It’s always something. No. 2 If it’s not one thing, it’s another. No. 3 You never know!” Got any story ideas or tips you’d like to share with us? Let us know and we may include it in a future newsletter.

Giveaway

It’s nearly the sunny season, so we’ve partnered with The VISTA to host a Spring Skin Giveaway valued at more than $200. Enter via Instagram now through Monday, May 13, for a chance to win this personalized beauty experience + $200 gift basket.*

Community

ICYMI, Reynolda’s Community Day is happening on Saturday, May 4 (yes, that’s tomorrow). Visitors will enjoy free museum admission, musical performances, and hands-on art activities inspired by the spring exhibition “Seen & Unseen: Photographs by Imogen Cunningham.” Learn more.*

Film

Free popcorn, ticket + concession discounts, and sweet merch deals are just a few of the perks of an a/perture cinema membership. Oh, and it’s only $35 for a whole year.*

Drink Up

Drink Up Week — our annual celebration of Winston-Salem’s vibrant beverage culture — is coming July 22-July 26. If you’re a local business, you’re going to want to get in on the buzz. Be our exclusive presenting sponsor and advertise your brand with us during Drink Up Week.

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WStoday: city view of Winston-salem from Kaleideum rooftop

A picture-perfect view on a picture-perfect day from the Kaleideum rooftop. | Photo by WStoday

This article has been updated on May 10.

How well do you know what’s happening in the Twin City? As a challenge, we’re giving you this crossword puzzle made up of clues from our newsletters this week, from Monday, April 29-Wednesday, May 1. This is your chance to show off your knowledge.

Here are the answers:
Down
1. Broad and Branch Distillery

3. Nia Imani Franklin

5. UNCSA

8. Granville Park

Across

2. John Legend

4. WFU PA program

6. Carolina Thunderbirds

7. Piedmont Plants

9. Young Cardinal

The Buy

Ingredients for a perfect margarita. Try the Simple Times Mizers Margarita Bundle to get a taste of something new, like the Strawberry Safe mix.

The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Kellina

From the editor

I’ll be cheering on the Carolina Thunderbirds this weekend as they fight for for the championship title. The first two games of the five-game series are happening Friday and Saturday in the Twin City. I’ve got my fingers crossed they sweep the series and bring the trophy home.

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