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A splash of spring

WStoday: Tate Craft Cocktails spring drink cocktail served by bartender
What sunshine in a cocktail glass looks like. | Photo courtesy of @tatescraftcocktails
Spring is in full bloom. With temperatures rising, you may need to stay hydrated with a drink or two this season. Here are 10 seasonal drinks to try this spring.

Dough Joe’s | Try the barista’s favorite, Earl Grey matcha for a sweet and subtle taste you could drink it all day.

Tate’s Craft Cocktails | The Last Port of Call combines vodka, rooibos tea, port wine, lime, and pistachio.

The Trophy Room | Ask for the Pink Panther which combines vodka, lemon, raspberry, and egg white. This bartender’s favorite has a bright, fruity, tarte taste with a creamy finish.

The Struggle Bus | The Fruity Pebbles Struggleccino combines strawberries, a burst of wildberry flavor, and a colorful crunch of real Fruity Pebbles.

easytalk | Let the bartender surprise you with a house-made cocktail from the ever-changing menu. Pro tip: register to take a class and learn to make those drinks yourself to impress your friends at your next gathering.
Five more seasonal sips

Asked


A. The Moscow Mule
B. The Paloma
C. The Tequila Sunrise
D. The Daiquiri
Pour your final decision

Events

Monday, March 17

St. Patrick’s Day Bash | 4-9 p.m. | Brouwerij Dubois | Cost of purchase | Enjoy the festive beers you crave + a special menu by Food Freaks, and listen to live music by the Brown Mountain Lightning Bugs.

Tuesday, March 18

Special Trivia Night: John Legend | 7 p.m. | Radar Brewing Co. | Free | Brush up on your knowledge for a chance to walk away with tickets to see John Legend during the final Face to Face Speaker Forum of the year.

Wednesday, March 19

Live Music with Allyn Raney | 5-8 p.m. | The Bookhouse | Cost of purchase | Unwind and relax while listening to the soothing sounds of the local artist + enjoy $5 glasses of wine from the “Wine Down” menu.

Thursday, March 20

An Evening in Red | 7 p.m. | Sir Winston Restaurant & Wine Loft | $93 | Experience an upscale evening with a unique beef-inspired menu and an optional wine pairing.

Friday, March 21

Carolina Thunderbirds vs. Columbus River Dragons | Friday, March 21-Saturday, March 22 | Times vary | Winston-Salem Fairgrounds | $16+ | Cheer on the Thunderbirds as they take on their opponent at home.

Saturday, March 22

Silent Disco Dance Party: Fonda vs. Simmons | 8 p.m. | The Ramkat | $19+ | Pull out your leg warmers and headbands and travel back in time during this blood-pumping party.
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News Notes

Traffic

Expect a delay on your commute if you’re driving on Hawthorne Road. Workers will narrow the lane while replacing the concrete structure under the road daily from First Street to Beach Street through Friday, March 21. Crews will be in place to redirect traffic from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Wellness

Get your heart pumping during Exercise-A-Thon at YWCA, Winston-Salem. Bring a canned or dry food donation to benefit Second Harvest Food Bank NWNC and try out sample classes + tour the facility Friday, March 28 from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Edu

Forsyth Tech will celebrate the opening of its newly renovated Strickland Building South Wing tomorrow, March 18 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. See what else to expect from the campus redesign project.

Concert

Award-winning band Old Crow Medicine Show is coming to Winston-Salem for its Circle The Wagon Tour. The Nashville band will perform during Summerlark 2025 Saturday, May 10 at Bailey Park. Get your ticket for the fundraiser supporting cancer patients.

Mansion Monday

This single-family luxury home sits on nearly three acres of land, nestled in a peaceful and secluded atmosphere of Clemmons. The 5-bed, 5 bath property is a perfect mix of modern luxury + cabin style. The indoor pool will make you never want to leave the house.

Giveaway

This piece of memorabilia could soon become yours. Visit Winston-Salem is giving away five Clash pole banners to five lucky winners. Follow @visitwinstonsalem and @ourwstoday + tag a friend in the comment section to be entered for the giveaway. We’ll announce the giveaway in an upcoming newsletter.

Finance

Car insurance premiums are projected to hit $2,101 annually by 2025 — a record high. Switching providers might save you over $1,300 each year. Why leave money on the table? Get matched with a more affordable plan.*

Try This

Date idea: You, your boo, and superstar John Legend. The music icon is coming to WS on April 8 for a one-on-one conversation — and tickets are going fast. Here’s what they’ll discuss.*

Eat

If you’re like us, you’re preparing to dust off your grills for another season of delicious outdoor cooking. Need inspo? These grilled marinated shrimp and salmon with avocado bruschetta recipes have us fired up.*

Home

Can you put a price on peace of mind? We can. It happens to be the price of a new fence, which protects your property, upgrades privacy, and adds value. Explore 8+ fencing options + find your fence fit.*

Biz

Calling all business owners. For a limited time, we’re offering 15% off your first advertising purchase on our self-service ad portal. No long-term contract required — simply use the code NEW15 at checkout to redeem the discount.

The Buy

Really cute palazzo pants on sale at Nordstrom Rack. The lightweight, flowy pants can be dressed up or down for spring events and come in fun prints.
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The Wrap

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