If the way to their heart is through their stomach

• Make a meal together with a cooking class at Southern Home & Kitchen. The shop offers a variety of classes so you can make a meal for two.
• Get all dressed up for dinner at one of Winston-Salem’s fancier dining options. We love Spring House Restaurant, Kitchen and Bar, Ryan’s Restaurant, The Downtown Grille, Sage & Salt Bistro, and Mozelle’s.
  

If you love the great outdoors

• Head to Bailey Park’s lower lawn to take in a movie under the stars (plus, drinks from Dram & Draught and snacks from rotating food trucks). View the schedule of showings at the park to plan this date.
• Take in the sunset at The Quarry at Grant Park. Bring a lock to memorialize your love on the overlook.
  

• Pack a picnic and take a romantic evening paddle on Salem Lake with $4/hour kayak rentals from May through September.

If you want an “old fashioned”-style date

• Split a milkshake or an ice cream sundae at Mayberry Ice Cream for old-school diner vibes.
• Chat over an actual Old Fashioned at Joyner’s. Bonus: Head to the 70s-inspired room in the back for more old fashioned flair.

• Winston-Salem Dash vs. Hickory Crawdads | Thursday, May 30 | 7 p.m. | Truist Stadium, 951 Ballpark Way, Winston-Salem | $13-$53 | Thirsty Thursday returns this evening with half off all beer and wine at bars throughout Truist Stadium. Cheers.*

• Outdoor Family Movie Night | Friday, May 31 | 6 p.m. | Intergenerational Center, 114 W. 30th St., Winston-Salem | Free | Listen to the Triad Swing Band kick off the evening then watch “Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle” under the stars — bring your own chair.

• 13th Annual Pride Cookout | Saturday, June 1 | 4-8 p.m. | South Fork Park, 4403 Country Club Rd., Winston-Salem | Free | Meet and mingle with fellow members and allies of the LGBTQ+ community.
• Champions League Watch Party | Saturday, June 1 | 3 p.m. | Fiddlin’ Fish Brewery, 772 Trade St., Winston-Salem | Free | Dress in your team’s colors and get ready to cheer on Real Madrid or Borussia Dortmund in the finals.
• Second Annual Summer Shindig | Saturday, June 1 | 5-8 p.m. | Jerry Long Family YMCA, 1150 S. Peace Haven Rd., Clemmons | Free | Kick off the summer season at this family friendly event with live music, a kid zone, a mobile arcade, food trucks, and more.

• Summer of Love Showcase | Sunday, June 2 | 2-4:30 p.m. | SECCA (NC Museum of Art, Winston-Salem), 750 Marguerite Dr., Winston-Salem | $29 | Watch talented ballroom dance students and instructors show off their skills on stage.

• The Lab: An Experiment Space for Underground Art | Monday, June 3 | 7:30-10:30 p.m. | Milton Rhodes Center for the Arts, 251 N. Spruce St., Winston-Salem | $5-$20 | Workshop and showcase your art with other creatives in this experimental space.

1. Maintain a body weight conducive to reducing stress on discs and joints.
2. Be active — Do 30 minutes of moderate activity 3-4 days a week, and focus on core strength.
3. Avoid nicotine to avert its enzymatic effects (think: premature aging).

• $658.9 million. That’s the total proposed city budget for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The Finance Committee has a budget work session scheduled for today, May 30 at 4 p.m. A public hearing where you can share your thoughts will follow at 6 p.m. in the City Council Chamber at City Hall. (Winston-Salem Journal)

• Support the conservation of public lands on Land Trust Day on Saturday, June 1. Great Outdoor Provision Company (402 S. Stratford Rd.) will donate 10% of sales to various land trusts + Mast General Store (516 N. Trade St.) will donate 20% of proceeds to Piedmont Land Conservancy.

• You’ll soon have a new place to play, meet, and eat. Renovations to Belview Community Center (2800 Burgandy St.) are nearing completion. The City of Winston-Salem Recreation and Parks hasn’t announced a reopening date but we’ll be sure to keep you posted.

• Calling all business leaders. Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools is looking for community members willing to serve on its strategic plan committee. The group will develop the district’s 2025-2030 strategic plan. Submit the interest form by Friday, June 7 if you’re interested.

• You might notice some changes the next time you renew your driver’s license. The NC DMV is adding over 50 security features to newly produced licenses and ID cards to help prevent and detect fraud. Your current driver’s license is still valid through its expiration date. (WFMY News 2)

• No. 7. That’s where Truist Sports Park in Bermuda Run ranked on SportsEvents Media Group’s “Top 10 Soccer and Lacrosse Facilities in the US” list. The complex at 428 Twins Way in Davie County is home to Winston-Salem’s pre-professional soccer team Salem City FC. (Triad Business Journal)

• Blueberries make a bright addition to spring dishes, like this award-winning roasted blueberry and gorgonzola grilled cheese. Bonus: They’re in season and this recipe can be ready in just 20 minutes.*

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• Looking to dine out this weekend? According to OpenTable, top-loved restaurants this month include Cibo Trattoria for food and Graylyn for ambience.*