Ladies Night | 6 p.m. | Generations Center | Free, RSVP | Female cancer survivors and caregivers are invited to support each other, enjoy food, and celebrate survivorship together.
Wednesday, Jan. 22
Italian Wine Tasting | 6-8 p.m. | Manolo’s Boutique Wines & Bistro | $29 | Indulge in the flavors of Italy as you sip on six exquisite wines from different regions.
Open Jam | 7-10 p.m. | D.O.S.E. Collective | Free | Bring your instruments and good vibes to make music with fellow artists.
Thursday, Jan. 23
Dry January with Petit Beret | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Buie’s Market | Free | The Queen of Wines will guide you through an exploration of refreshing non-alcoholic wines.
Friday, Jan. 24
“Beyond Therapy” | Friday, Jan. 24-Sunday, Jan. 26 | Times vary | Camel City Playhouse | $20 | Watch the comedy that unfolds when two people go on a date then see their therapists to dissect the meeting.
Saturday, Jan. 25
Bookmarks 13th Annual Movable Feast Weekend | Saturday, Jan. 25-Sunday, Jan. 26 | 3-6 p.m. | Reynolds Place Theatre | $69+ | The beloved event returns with 20 authors who will visit 10 tables for 10 minutes over two days.
Now, they’re ready to unveil their work to the world.
Presented by Arts Council of Winston-Salem and Forsyth County, this free Artistic Elements Resident Showcase opens to the public Thursday, Jan. 30, as part of the Council’s new “Artful Entrepreneur” Professional Development Series, made possible by Truist Charitable Fund.
Stop by from 6-8 p.m. for an evening reception where you can explore, learn, and connect with the creatives behind the works.
Artist Elements
The 2024 Artist Elements residency provided participating artists access to The CMPND facilities, including studios, podcasting equipment, and dedicated workspaces.
It also came with personalized support in marketing, organization, and business management to help turn these creative visions into thriving businesses.
2025 applications open in February
Know anyone who might benefit from a similar program?
Winston-Salem State University will celebrate its new Allegacy Federal Credit Union Student Resource Center with a grand opening reception on Thursday, Jan. 23. The nearly 1,000-sqft renovated space will offer students resources like food, career development services, and a career closet.
Try This
The Winston-Salem Fairgrounds is welcoming campers in town for the Cook Out Clash at Bowman Gray Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 2. Campers in RVs and tents must book a minimum of three nights and will have access to hook-ups, around-the-clock security, and a shuttle to events. (ABC 45 News)
Concert
Nite School is back at NCMA Winston-Salem. Get tickets to the event on Saturday, Feb. 1 featuring composer and RJ Reynolds grad Ben Neill, who will perform with the hybrid electro-acoustic instrument he created, the Mutantrumpet.
Sports
Nominate a coach or athlete who’s made their mark on the local sports world for the Winston-Salem Forsyth County Sports Hall of Fame. Submissions will be accepted by mail or email through Friday, March 7. The class of 2025 will be inducted Friday, May 9. (Winston-Salem Journal)
Edu
Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools could make changes to the Virtual Academy to save money. The district is considering eliminating its elementary program in favor of serving students in 6th through 12th grades. The Board of Education will hold a public hearing before taking a vote on Tuesday, Feb. 11. (WFDD)
Mailbag
“I want to compliment you again on a great issue of WStoday! Your article on the Zevely House hooked me for a long time [...]. I am surprised I did not know anything previously about the history. It’s always fun to learn!” Thanks for the kind words, John.
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