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💫Get lost in the stardust
Views of the Northern Lights from Bashavia Gardens which made an appearance the night of Saturday, Oct. 12. | Photo courtesy of @bashaviagardens
Twinkle, twinkle little star... born to shine among the sky, full of wonder there you are.
City editor Kellina here. Before I get carried away into the starry night of poetry, you won’t want to miss this. One of the most beautiful meteor showers of the year will make an appearance Sunday, Oct. 20 and Monday, Oct. 21.
You can watch orionids after 12 a.m. until just before dawn in the morning. You may or may not be able to see these fast meteors depending on how clear the skies are, but here are three places to stargaze around Winston-Salem.
Pro tip: While you don’t need anything to stargaze, binoculars or a telescope can help you see stars much closer.
Tanglewood Park camping ground
Reserve a spot at the RV campground and enjoy plenty of amenities during your stay including a fire pit. Cozy blankets, camp chairs and starry nights. What more do we need?
Hanging Rock State Park
Enjoy the scenic views and the peaceful sound of nature which offers an open view of the sky from the campsite. The family campground accommodates up to six people per site.
Your backyard
There’s no better place than home. This works best if you live away from bright city lights and in the suburbs as NASA experts say lights from urban areas create light pollution that washes out the sky. So, pull out those blankies and create your own campsite for the best viewing experience.
Stay stellar
Use this interactive sky chart to help familiarize yourself with what you’ll be able to see in the sky. Download the Star Chart app for your Apple or Android device to help identify what you’re looking at while gazing.
Do you have a favorite place to go stargazing? Share your favorite spot with us.
Events
Events
Friday, Oct. 18
Night Watchman Tours Halloween | Friday, Oct. 18 | 6:30 p.m. | Old Salem Museums and Gardens | $50 | Uncover how early settlers of Salem dealt with dark dangers and supernatural phenomena that haunted their nights during their era.
ART Crush | Friday, Oct. 18 | 7-10 p.m. | Arts District | Free | Wear a family-friendly Halloween costume for a special night of local art-making, performances, art-making, exhibits, and trick-or-treating.
Saturday, Oct. 19
Live Jazz Night | Saturday, Oct. 19 | 7:30-10:30 p.m. | The Remedy | Cost of purchase | Jazz up your night with live music while sipping on crafted cocktails.
Urban Empowerment Garden: Work Day and Clean Up | Saturday, Oct. 19 | 10 a.m.-1 p.m. | Winston-Salem Urban League | Free, RSVP | Sign up to volunteer outdoors and help with installing doors on garden shed, building planter boxes, and other cleaning tasks.
Sunday, Oct. 20
Pumpkin Carving | Sunday, Oct. 20 | 6 p.m. | Hel’s | Cost of purchase | Carefully craft your pumpkin while socializing with others — bring your own pumpkin or purchase from a few available on site.
3rd Annual All Mounds Matter 5k Run/Walk | Sunday, Oct. 20 | 9 a.m. | Savage Roasters Coffee, Kernersville | $20+ | Join the block party hosted after going the distance with live music, food trucks, and socializing.
Miracles in Sight is ramping up efforts to the purchase + remodel their new headquarter and facility in Clemmons. The nonprofit that helps patients restore sight launched the public phase of its $5 million capital campaign which is open through the end of 2025. (Triad Business Journal)
Coming Soon
Camino Bakery Brookstown is expanding its space. While hours of operations will stay the same through late November, customers can expect some changes while crews are renovating the main floor inside — we’re talking less parking space + curbside assistance for customers.
Open
A new sunless tanning salon is open on South Stratford Road. Catch a glimpse of the behind-the-scenes of goGLOW’s ribbon cutting this week. Check out these nine other wellness spots around Winston-Salem that offer a luxurious experience.
Community
Sawtooth is offering open studio time free of charge to WNC working artists affected by Hurricane Helene. That includes studios for ceramics, glass, woodworking, photography, and more — artists must fill out an interest form to gain access to the space.
Pets
Senior pet owners that live in Lewisville or Clemmons can take advantage of a free cat and dog vaccine clinic on Monday, Nov. 18. Call 336-768-7387 to schedule an appointment between 4 and 8 p.m. and report to the AARF clinic at 302 Thurston St. in Winston-Salem
Regional
Planning a trip to the mountains? More than 600 roads in Western NC reopened to the public while some remain closed. NCDOT officials urge people to use these roads for essential travel needs or to respond to recovery efforts in WNC. (WXII 12 News)
Finance
If you have outstanding credit card debt, getting a new 0% intro APR credit card could help ease the pressure while you pay down your balances. Experts identified these top credit cards for anyone looking to pay down debt with no interest until 2026.*
Drink
Staying hydrated is easy (and delicious) with NativePath’s Hydrate drink mix. Each serving includes essential amino acids + electrolytes that foster optimal hydration with zero added sugar.*
Category
Cause
Support recovery efforts across WNC
Beloved Asheville is a nonprofit that helps with critical necessities like food, water, and healthcare needs during critical situations. | Photo by @highlandbrewing + @belovedasheville
Our 6AM City newsletters in Asheville, Greenville, Charlotte, Raleigh, Columbia, Charleston, Winston-Salem and 21 other cities across the country are built around communities — and our hearts are heavy for our friends, family, and team members affected by the destruction of Hurricane Helene and its aftermath.
So far we’ve raised $17,215 and we’re about 86% of the way toward our $20,000 goal. 100% of donations will be sent to BeLoved Asheville, supporting food and water distribution, clothing and supply deliveries, and debris cleanup across the region. If you’re able, please consider helping us to support recovery efforts for our neighbors in Western North Carolina. If not, we’d love for you to share the link below with your network. Donate now.
The Buy
The Buy
These best-selling flameless floating candles. Transform your living room or entryway with a touch of October magic, thanks to these candles that appear to be floating in midair.
October has been a hard month for many of us, but amidst all the difficulties and the heartaches, it’s important to find sprinkles of joy wherever we are. I hope you get to unplug and to take care of yourself whether that’s going on a run/walk or just spending time with your loved ones. I’m so glad I got to take in the beautiful views on my walk at Meadowlark Park to reset and enjoy time in nature.
