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We’re trying to achieve a cuteness overload, Winston-Salem. Our extremely dog- and cat-friendly city is full of four-legged companions, and we want to see why yours is the best of them all.
Here’s what we’re thinking: We want to see some pictures of your dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, ferrets, snakes, or whatever other creatures share your home. Then, we’ll share them in a future newsletter so all of us can enjoy them.
How to submit:
1. Head on over to this link.
2. Once you’re there, share one or two photos of your pet. (Horizontally formatted photos are preferred, but vertical ones are okay, too.)
3. Tell us your pet’s name.
4. Add a fun fact, tidbit, or story that captures your pal’s personality.
Bonus points if your photos or fun facts are Winston-Salem-themed in some way.
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Include a couple of pics and some info about your fur baby.
Let’s Dance Monday | 6:30-9 p.m. | Alma Mexicana | $5 | You don’t need experience to join expert instructor Jennifer for a brief Latin dance lesson — mini margs are five bucks.
Tuesday, May 20
Free Pickleball | 6-9 p.m. | Foothills Brewing Tasting Room | Free | Meet other players on site for varying levels of play, stay for some karaoke after.
Wednesday, May 21
John Passmore Memorial Golf Tournament | 11 a.m.-7 p.m. | Bermuda Run Country Club West | $500 per team | The third-annual tournament includes lunch + cash prizes, and benefits Habitat for Humanity of Davie County.
Thursday, May 22
A Taste of Spain with Wine Pairing | 6-8 p.m. | Harmon House, Kernersville | $82 | Savor an expertly curated four-course meal featuring flavors from the Iberian peninsula, with gazpacho, gambas al ajillo, churros, and complementing wines all on the menu.
Friday, May 23
Gears and Guitars Festival 2025 | Friday, May 23-Saturday, May 24 | Times vary | Bailey Park | Free | Combine live music and cycling, and you’ve got one of the country’s most prestigious cycling events.
A brood of cicadas is emerging in WNC after 17 years underground. The periodical brood XIV cicadas come to the surface in large numbers, and officials are expecting millions to emerge. Typically louder than annual cicadas, it might be wise to invest in ear plugs. (ABC 45)
Ranked
Yelp Elites recently ranked Dough-Joe’s Doughnuts & Coffee the No. 35 best donut shop in the country. Noted as “a warm, woodsy cafe,” we recommend heading to the Reynolda Village spot for a blueberry glaze or two (or three — who’s counting?).
Try This
Want to get more out of your pantry? The City of Winston-Salem is hosting a free class on Thursday, May 22 to dish out tips on minimizing food waste. Make sure to register.
Edu
Toss the caps. Graduating high school seniors at Salem Academy collectively earned over $6 million in merit-based scholarships from universities and colleges across the country. For the 22 students in question, that’s an average of $280,000 each.
Mansion Monday
“Where timeless elegance meets modern sophistication.” That’s how realtors describe this listed four-bed, five-bath Westview home. Intricate details line every corner of its 8,200+ sqft, where a spa, home gym, wine cellar, game room, pool, and lavish outdoor spaces await.
Announced
Congrats to Krissy Grizzard on winning our Winston-Salem Symphony Giveaway to enjoy the harmonious sounds of the symphony’s 2025-2026 season.*
Finance
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A pack of light blocking stickers to dull light pollution in your home. The pack comes with multiple sizes that can be used to cover light emitted by digital alarm clocks, charger ports, and other electronics.
Seeing as we’re asking for pet pics, I’ll go first. I snapped this Renaissance-looking photo of my boy Walter over the weekend. He’s an absolute sucker for some sunshine.
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