The center at 1110 E. 7th St. faces what was once Kate B. Reynolds Hospital. | Photo by WStoday
Malloy/Jordan East Winston Heritage Center is Forsyth County Public Library’s oldest branch. Committed to preserving African American history and experiences, the location on East 7th Street was dedicated 70 years ago today — on Nov. 14, 1954.
The three-day platinum jubilee celebration will be held at the center today through Saturday, Nov. 16. The community is invited to the following events:
Today, Nov. 14 | 4-6 p.m. | Enjoy an afternoon coloring in a 70th anniversary activity book. Supplies will be provided.
Friday, Nov. 15 | 11 a.m.-12 p.m. | Take part in a panel discussion about the library and its impact on the community with former library staff.
Saturday, Nov. 16 | 11-11:30 a.m. | Watch a performance from the NC Black Repertory Company commemorating the library’s significance and service to the community.
Saturday, Nov. 16 | 12:15 p.m. | Bring the family to participate in a children’s book talk about “Building a Better Block with Brandon” by Devin Freeman.
Artist Talk with Katie Wolf | 5:30-6:30 p.m. | Forsyth County Central Library | Free | The 2024 Artist in Residence will present a new collage series that explores family narratives — an opening reception will follow.
Idea Expo | 4:30-6 p.m. | Flywheel Coworking | Free | Brainstorm and build lasting relationships with fellow innovators in a casual, collaborative environment.
Friday, Nov. 15
Fall/Winter Upscale Resale | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | South Fork Community Center | Cost of purchase | Shop name brand fall and winter clothing, shoes, and accessories for the whole family — proceeds benefit the Winston Salem Street School.
“The Stinky Cheese Man and Other Fairly Stupid Tales” | 7 p.m. | Mountcastle Forum, Milton Rhodes Center for the Arts | $14+ | See your favorite storybook favorites get a complete makeover with fun music and witty narration.
Saturday, Nov. 16
Citrus Sale | 9 a.m.-2 p.m. | AMC Theater | Cost of purchase | Shop varieties of citrus in time for the holidays.
Fall Winston Junction Market | 11 a.m. | Winston Junction Market | Cost of purchase | Find artists and makers selling handmade items, food trucks, sweet treats, and live music.
Sunday, Nov. 17
Holiday Festival | 12-5 p.m. | Tucker’s Tap Yard | Cost of purchase | You and your pup can get in on the holiday fun with homemade goods, live music, and food trucks.
Third Annual Stroll into Light | 6 p.m. | Mount Tabor High School | $10 suggested donation | Get a candle and walk side-by-side to raise awareness for adolescent mental health.
The historic Loewy Building downtown will become apartments and retail space, according to its new owner High Tide Capital. The Maine-based developer bought the property located at 500 W. Fourth St. from the Housing Authority of Winston-Salem for ~$3 million. (Triad Business Journal)
Development
Construction is underway on the 189-lot River Rock subdivision on Ransom Road. Prices for homes on the property off Polo Road and Silas Creek Parkway are expected to start between $350,000 and $375,000. (Triad Business Journal)
Transit
You can now take city buses to more events and work shifts after normal business hours. Winston-Salem Transit Authority has restored night service across several major routes. Check the interactive map to find routes and stops.
Shop
Find clothing essentials and stocking stuffers for $10 or less at the Hanesbrands Holiday Warehouse Clothing Sale today, Nov. 14-Sunday, Nov. 17. Shop the sale from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. each day at the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds — parking is free. Proceeds will benefit United Way of Forsyth County.
Pets
Enjoy a beverage from 31 local coffee shops, tap rooms, breweries, tea houses, and more during Sips for Paws today, Nov. 14. Participating locations will donate 10% of proceeds to Forsyth Humane Society to support adoption efforts to stray dogs and cats.
Seasonal
Grab tickets to the first-ever holiday drone light show at Truist Stadium on Saturday, Dec. 21. More than 500 drones will light up the night sky starting at 6:30 p.m. for a rendition of “A Christmas Carol.” — tickets cost $20+.
Tech
Make our community safer by downloading the Pulse Point app that’s now accessible to Forsyth County residents. The technology alerts bystanders to nearby cardiac emergencies so they can get to the scene to help sooner. It also shows users how to use an AED and do CPR. (ABC 45 News)
Number
$25,000+. That’s how much UNC School of the Arts will donate to the Piedmont Triad Chapter of the American Red Cross to benefit WNC. The university donated 100% of ticket sale proceeds from more than 26 performances held Sept. 26 through Oct. 31 to support recovery efforts after Hurricane Helene.
Seasonal
Step into history with Old Salem’s Joy of Christmas Evening Tours. Every Friday + Saturday from Thanksgiving through Christmas, explore 18th- and 19th-century holiday traditions in historic Salem. Plus, find unique items at the gift shop.*
Arts
The University of North Carolina School of the Arts presents the timeless holiday classic “The Nutcracker” at the Tanger Center in Greensboro for only five magical performances from Friday, Dec. 6 to Sunday, Dec. 8. Tickets start at just $39 — buy yours.*
Featured Deal
Final call for the fifth night’s stay free at The Seagate Resort in Delray Beach, FL (plus two free poolside cocktails, and guest-only access to Mr. Seas, its new oceanfront restaurant and lounge). Experience the reimagined property and trade winter chill for sunshine with code WINTER by Friday, Nov. 15.*
‘Tis the season to deck the halls? Not quite at my house. City Editor Kellina might be decorating for Christmas, but you’ll still find pumpkins on my front porch and a fall wreath on my door.
