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6 running clubs in Winston-Salem
WStoday: We Run Like a Fish run club in Winston
Make new friends while going at your own pace. | Photo by Meagan Pruitt via @werunlikeafish
Inspired to kick up a new fitness routine after watching athletes during the 2024 Paris Olympics? Whether you’re running away from your problems (we won’t judge) or training for a marathon while making new friends, here are six run clubs that will motivate you to keep striding.

The Run Club

The club has a playlist to keep you going during your loop. New runners must sign a liability waiver before their first run. The group meets every Thursday at 6 p.m. at Bailey Park for a 5K route, but runners can go at their own pace.

Run Like a Fish

The group adopts a different theme every week with games and activities to keep participants on their toes — literally. The club meets on Mondays at 6 p.m. at Fiddlin’ Fish. New runners to the club will be paired with a partner that will keep them motivated.

Winston Walkers

This group brings women of all ages together in a safe environment while exploring parks around Winston-Salem. The location is shared with women who join the group, which meets on Tuesdays at 5:45 p.m.

WStoday: Mmebers of Fiddlin' Fish running club pose

Participants who reach 25 miles will receive a free shirt or a hat from Fiddlin’ Fish.

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Photo by Meagan Pruitt via @werunlikeafish

Twin City Track Club

This one is for the dedicated runner. The nonprofit organization is one of the largest and oldest running clubs in NC with trail + race options offered every month. Membership costs $20 for 12 months with a family membership option. Runners and walkers of all abilities are welcome. Meeting times and places vary.

Foothills Run Club

The family friendly group explores different routes near its tasting room on Kimwell Drive on Wednesdays. Participants can earn free goodies for every 50 miles logged.

Wise Man Run Club

Join at your own pace and enter the weekly drawings to win gift cards and other prizes. The club meets at the brewery on Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m.

Got a running group you want to share with us? On your mark, get set, go ahead and drop us a line.
 
Events
Thursday, Aug. 15
  • August Birthday Party | Thursday, Aug. 15 | 6-8 p.m. | Brouwerij DuBois | Cost of purchase | Born in August? Get a birthday hat and a bubbly beverage on the house, plus guests can raise a toast to their loved one to celebrate them.
Friday, Aug. 16
  • Line Dance Night | Friday, Aug. 16 | 7-10 p.m. | RADAR Brewing Company | Free | Join The Chaos Crew and learn new beginner moves followed by open line dancing.
Saturday, Aug. 17
  • Miracle Heights Adventures | Saturday, Aug. 17 | 9 a.m.-2 p.m. | Crossnore Communities for Children | $29, RSVP | Explore the course with a zipline, climbing walls, a giant swing, and an aerial adventure park.
  • Honeybee Festival 2024 | Saturday, Aug. 17 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Fourth of July Park | Cost of purchase | Shop from over 100 vendors and food trucks — kids can take part in face painting, fire trucks, and sand art.
Sunday, Aug. 18
  • “Sound of Hope” Screening | Sunday, Aug. 18 | 3 p.m. | AMC Hanes 12 | Free, RSVP | Individuals interested in becoming licensed foster parents will watch a story about embracing kids in the foster system — a panel discussion will follow.
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News Notes
Opening
  • Gather your girls and celebrate the grand opening of Opal & Onyx Hair Co. on Saturday, Sept. 7 during the beauty shop brunch. There will be a plant sale, book blind dates, and you can build your own flower bouquet at the new salon at 709 N. Trade St.
Number
  • $2.5 million. That’s how much The Housing Authority of Winston-Salem received for future phases of the new Choice Neighborhoods. About 100 apartments of Cleveland Avenue Homes will be demolished and replaced with 83 new units.
Regional
  • Forsyth County residents struggling to pay their energy bills can apply for financial assistance through the Share the Light Fund. Duke Energy customers can apply for relief though the Crisis Control Ministry Inc. or Sunnyside Ministry.
Featured
  • The Graylyn Estate ranked fourth on Best Boutique Hotel by USA Today’s Readers’ Choice Awards. The luxury hotel was selected among the top 20 boutique hotels across the US.
Civic
  • Tax deadlines for North Carolinians affected by Tropical Storm Debby have been extended. Filing or payment deadlines for those who qualify are now Feb. 3, 2025.
Theater
  • Nobody puts Baby in a corner. Watch a free screening of “Dirty Dancing” on Saturday, Aug. 24 at Camel City Playhouse. Register to attend the production which starts at 7:30 p.m. — donations are encouraged.
Sports
  • Meet the Rams. Winston-Salem State University Athletics will reveal its men’s and women’s cross country team, volleyball team, football team, and the Red team on Saturday, Aug. 17. Get a sneak peek of the upcoming season during the event at CE Gaines Center N-Lot from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Health
  • “Hip replacement recovery is harder than knee recovery.” That’s just one myth Novant Health orthopedic surgeon Dr. Slade Moore clears up about hip replacement surgery. See these 11 myths about hip pain + hip replacement surgery — and how Novant Health physicians can help get you back to an active lifestyle.*
Wellness
  • Heads up, college students: Celebrate back-to-school season with free aesthetician consultations + 10% off all skincare products Monday, Aug. 26 through Friday, Aug. 30 at The VISTA.*
Correction
  • We forgot to carry the one. City Council will consider forgiving a nearly $157,000 lien (not $517,000) on a property at 207 N. Spring St. at its Tuesday, Sept. 3 meeting. Spring Street Co-op wants to turn the five-unit building into affordable housing. (WFDD)
 
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Answered

This week, we asked you to channel your inner “brat” and match the trending term with its definition — here are the answers.
WStoday: Winston-Salem brat summer in the city
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“Ate” — done something well
“Flop” — fell short of expectations
“Period” — describes excitement
“So Julia” — being the “it” girl

Need a refresher on living out your summer before the fall season gets here? Here are three ways to live out your very own “brat summer” in the city.
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WStoday: Kellina Wanteu

Today’s edition by:
Kellina
From the editor
If you need a few more pointers to stay hip and impress your Gen Z colleagues or kids let me share some Gen Z slang I often use: “Slay” means to admire something impressive. “Delulu” is short for delusional, and “boujee” is another way to say luxurious or fancy.
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