July 22, 2024

Today’s Forecast

86º | 60% chance of precipitation
Sunrise 6:20 a.m. | Sunset 8:33 p.m.

Here’s the tea — it’s Drink Up Week

WStoday: Lemon herb mocktail drink from Katharine Brasserie & Bar

Enjoy the Lemon Garden mocktail with a touch of lavender and citrus flavor. | Photo by Justin Rankin via The Katharine Brasserie & Bar

Drink Up Week is finally here and we have a feeling it’ll be the toast of the town.

Here’s the tea — today through Friday, July 26, we’re celebrating the entrepreneurs, mixologists, venues, and beverages that make the Twin City go ‘round.

As you know, we’ve created an interactive map of can’t-miss deals offered by local businesses in Winston-Salem. Here are the top deals our WStoday editors have their eyes on — and what they plan to pair with these drinks.

Map with four martini icons and three coffee mugs. — Bottoms up, Winstonians.
|
Photo by Proxi Maps + data by Google

City Editor Kellina is going for the Left Turn at Albuquerque mocktail at Dram & Draught and will check out its special deal of the day. She’s dropping in to Corpening Plaza to enjoy some Downtown Jazz.

City Editor Cambridge can’t wait for 30% off the Signature Spice Blend Latte at Lot 63. The summer temps might tempt her to get it iced while wandering around Old Salem.

We hope you enjoy sipping your way through our city this week. Cheers to you and happy Drink Up Week, Winstonians.

Events

Monday, July 22

Enhancing Home Gardens with Landscape Design | Monday, July 22 | 12-1 p.m. | NC Cooperative Extension, Forsyth County Center, 1450 Fairchild Rd., Winston-Salem | Free, RSVP | Explore the art and science of home landscape architecture which focuses on designing your outdoor garden space.

Tuesday, July 23

Pickleball & Pints | Tuesday, July 23 | 6-8:30 p.m. | Foothills Tasting Room, 3800 Kimwell Dr., Winston-Salem | Free | Join in open play with other picklers — bring your own paddle or borrow from a teammate.

Wednesday, July 24

Community Day at Flywheel | Wednesday, July 24 | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | Flywheel Coworking, 500 W. 5th St., Ste. 800 , Winston-Salem | Free | Experience what it’s like to use the coworking space, mingle with others, and enjoy a light lunch on the house.

Thursday, July 25

Hook and Hang Crochet/Knit Club | Thursday, July 25 | 6-9 p.m. | D.O.S.E Artist Collective, 606 Trade St. NW, Winston-Salem | Free | Grab your yarn and get cozy + crafty with other enthusiasts no matter your experience level.

Friday, July 26

Innovation & Cinema: “Everything Everywhere All at Once” | Friday, July 26 | 7-10 p.m. | Bailey Park , 445 Patterson Ave., Winston-Salem | Free | The seven-time Academy Award-winning film unravels the reality of existentialism, complex family dynamics, and the nature of love from the multiverse.

Saturday, July 27

Free Story Time Performance with Bob Moyer | Saturday, July 27 | 10:30-11:30 a.m. | Mary Alice Warren Community Center, 7632 Warren Park Dr., Lewisville | Free, RSVP | Immerse yourself in captivating tales written by talented storytellers at this family-friendly event.

Events calendar here

Click here to have your event featured.

▼SPONSORED▼

Edu

This virtual public school meets kids where they are — literally

A young student typing on a laptop wearing headphones and smiling.

NCVA students have opportunities to participate in field trips, social events, community service, and clubs. | Photo provided by North Carolina Virtual Academy

Would your child benefit from a personalized education? Meet North Carolina Virtual Academy, one of the state’s top virtual charter schools serving K-12 students with engaging courses, interactive curriculum, and caring teachers. Psst... It’s also tuition-free.

Since its inception in 2015, the vibrant online school has grown by more than 153% — we’re talking 13,500 students over the last nine years. The demand for enrollment is so high that NCVA was recently approved to expand.

From star athletes with rigorous training schedules (like visually impaired swimmer Evan Wilkerson) to students who thrive in their own environment, NCVA teaches them all.

NCVA offers a variety of pathways featuring accredited curriculum, such as:

Career and College Prep programs focused on providing skills students need for their future
Career and Technical Education certification programs for students to explore a variety of fields, like computer science and culinary

Learn more + enroll

News Notes

Civic

The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners sworn in Army veteran and lawyer Gray Wilson following Dave Plyler’s retirement earlier this year. Wilson will be part of decision making when it comes to adopting the annual county budget, setting the property tax rate, and more. (WFDD)

Opening

Celebrate Irie Plate restaurant and bar’s grand opening on Friday, August 9. The Jamaican restaurant located at 1539 Hanes Mall Blvd. serves menu items like jerk chicken, oxtails, and vegan medley. In the meantime, the store is open on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday starting at 11 a.m.

Shop

Register to get a preview of Bookmarks’ first ever book sale on Friday, July 26 at 6 p.m. Plus, hear from local author Charlie Lovett and book curator Megan Mulder as they share book collecting tips at 634 W. 4th St., Ste. 110 — tickets cost $30.

Family

Baby shark, do-do-do-do. Shark Week is underway at Lewisville Library starting today, July 22. Celebrate with themed crafts, trivia games, and movie marathons at this family-friendly week-long event.

Award

Three alumni from the University of NC School of the Arts have been nominated for the 76th Emmy Awards. Tiffany Canfield, Danny McBride, Alex Perrone, and Lindsay Newton are in the running for their roles in entertainment categories which will be broadcasted on Sunday, Sept. 15 at 8 p.m. on ABC.

Finance

Did you know you could finance your fixer-upper with home equity? You could get up to $50K with a HELOC — calculate your payment.*

Plan Ahead

Interested in seeing Anderson Cooper, Peyton Manning, and John Legend during the upcoming Face to Face Speaker Forum season? Bookmark this page. Individual tickets to each event will go on sale on Thursday, Aug. 1 — grab yours before they sell out.*

Arts

So what exactly is the point of the Arts Council? If you like doing practically anything in WS, you’re going to want to see what Arts Council of Winston-Salem and Forsyth County is doing to fuel local arts (and artists). Hint: It includes thousands of cool events each year.*

Active

“Any activity is better than doing nothing.” That’s what Novant Health cardiovascular specialist Dr. Tommy Causey said of the importance of physical activity in keeping your heart healthy. See what Dr. Causey has to say about how much (and what kind) of heart-healthy exercise to do.*

Wellness

Don’t let summer heat drain you. Native Hydrate electrolyte drink mix contains all nine essential amino acids, keeping you optimally hydrated and full of energy.*

Wellness

Moving with purpose

WStoday: Dancers performing during Juneteenth at Bailey Park

The event will showcase artists from many different fields to bring healing and hope. | Photo by Scout Tufankjian

Winston-Salem and Forsyth County will become one of 18 communities across the US to be part of a national movement that facilitates the well-being of community members through art. Arts For EveryBody will make a pit stop in the Twin City during “Creative Wellness Community Day” on Saturday, July 27.

Local leaders will celebrate the Twin City’s commitment to health and wellness through the arts at United Health Centers (2101 Peters Creek Pkwy.) in the Marketplace Mall. Here’s what to expect:

Traditional West African dance and djembe drumming
Interactive creative spaces for youth and families, food trucks, and live performances highlighting local artists
Free health screenings + access to various health resources

The celebration will take place from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. The event is free and open to the public.

The Buy

Your favorite find from our list of home goods on sale in Nordstrom’s Anniversary Sale. Hint: think $200 off Le Creuset cookware + $50 off Sijo Eucalyptus sheets.

More worth The Buy

The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Kellina

From the editor

Did you know you can rent a studio for podcast recordings at The CMPND (231 W. 4th St.) located near Merschel Park downtown? If you’ve been thinking about starting one, book a 15-minute tour to check out the space.

Missed our previous newsletter?

›

Send Us A Scoop, Question, or Feedback

›

Advertise with us to stand out.

›

Games | Crossword, Sudoku, and More

›

Content marked with an * is paid advertising. Content marked with an ^ is created by our content studio. The company may also generate commission from affiliate links in the newsletter.

Change your preferences or unsubscribe here.

P.O. Box 2505, Greenville, SC 29602

ADVERTISE | CAREERS | ETHICS | PRIVACY | THE BUY