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We’re looking back on the biggest headlines of last month. See how well you kept up with Winston-Salem news by taking our quick news quiz.
If you’re a true WStoday reader and remember...
When the NASCAR Cup Series was last hosted at The Madhouse
When construction on Meadowlark Drive will supposedly wrap up
The history of the Zevely House
...then we’re betting our little test will be a piece of cake. To sweeten the deal, we’ll give our most knowledgeable readers a shout out in an upcoming newsletter.
“Internal Review: NCMA Staff Exhibition” | 5-8 p.m. | NCMA | Free | Attend the opening reception, hear remarks on the artwork, then take a gander at the works and performances of over 40 team members from the museum.
Sensory Friendly Monday | Monday, Feb. 3 | 9 a.m.-12. p.m. | Kaleideum | $12+ | Enjoy interactive learning experiences in a comfortable sensory environment, designed for children with autism spectrum disorder.
Tuesday, Feb. 4
All the Love with Adriana Herrera | 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Bookmarks | Free | Celebrate love at this book talk with romance author Adriana Herrera — and get your copy of “A Tropical Rebel Gets the Duke” signed.
Wednesday, Feb. 5
Young, Gifted and Black: Opening Reception | 6:30-8 p.m. | Hanes Art Gallery | Free | Join the opening reception for this exhibition highlighting artists of African descent, including artists like David Hammons and Kerry James Marshall.
Thursday, Feb. 6
Mahjong Classes | Thursday, Feb. 6 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | Footnote Coffee & Cocktails | $40+ | Learn how to play mahjong while sipping a complimentary drink.
Friday, Feb. 7
Building Blocks and Bingo: Celebrating Black History | 6-8 p.m. | Delta Arts Center | Free | Listen in on a book talk with Devin Freeman and Trajan Baker, authors of Building A Better Block with Brandon, followed by keynote speaker Terrence Hawkins.
A.J. Fletcher Opera Institute: “Die Fledermaus” | Friday, Feb. 7, Sunday, Feb. 9 | Times vary | UNCSA | $20+ | Opera aficionados and newcomers alike will laugh and be charmed by this timeless comedic tale of a philandering husband.*
Thursday, Feb. 20
Obagi ELASTIderm “Lift Up and Sculpt” Class | 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. | The VISTA at Forsyth Plastic Surgery | $99 | Join Forsyth Plastic Surgery for a hands-on Obagi “Lift Up and Sculpt” Class. Participants will sample ELASTIderm skin care products, and can apply the class fee toward purchasing their fave finds.*
Music icon John Legend, one of only fifteen peopleto earn an EGOT (Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, Tony), is coming to the LJVM Coliseum on Tuesday, April 8, for an engaging conversation with journalist Segun Oduolowu.
Psst… All three other Face to Face events sold out this season, including this month’s forum with author and PBS commentator David Brook — so we recommend securing your seats asap.
Celebrate Black History Month with the Lunch & Learn Series throughout February. The first session is on Thursday, Feb. 6, at 12 p.m. and features Dr. Arnita “Nailah” Porter, who will present on Black women artists of the Civil Rights Movement. Tickets are $29.
Cause
The Equitable Homeownership Project is underway. The project seeks to assist in home-buying for households with less than 80% annual median income. As a part of the project, four 3-BR 2.5-BA homes will be built and priced at $194,500. (The Chronicle)
Edu
Proposal denied. Earlier this year, Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools proposed a change that wouldn’t automatically reject prospective employees for testing positive for THC. The WS/FCS Board of Education rejected that change — meaning all prospective hires must pass a drug test. (Winston-Salem Journal)
Volunteer
Looking for a way to make a difference? The 10th annual Martin Luther King Jr. Helping Hands Day is on Friday, Feb. 7 at 10 a.m. Sign up to volunteer at non-profits like the Boys & Girls Club + Keep Winston-Salem Beautiful.
Development
$2.7 million. That’s how much Wake Forest University has paid to acquire the property for its Nano and Quantum Technologies Laboratory. The facility, previously located at 501 Deacon Blvd., is moving to make room for a mixed-use development. (Winston-Salem Journal)
Biz
A Winston-Salem commercial real estate developer is expanding in Lexington. Davidson Craven is planning a ~300-acre industrial center along I-85. Construction has begun on the first ~272,000-sqft building and completion is slated for the end of the year. (Triad Business Journal)
Mansion Monday
We love a house with a view. This 6.7-acre property of land overlooking Quarry Park is just begging for a mansion with giant windows. Take a look and tell us you disagree.
Home
Selling your home? Promote your listing where buyers will see it — right here in this newsletter (in as little as two days).
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A four-pack of bamboo + glass jars — these 10-ounce containers are perfect for overnight oats, chia seed puddings, dressings, snacks, or anything else you want to prep and store.
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