Spring into fashion | With the help of Wood & Thread boutique’s owner Theresa Burton to celebrate Small Business Week, City Editor Kellina shows her top spring/summer outfit picks.
Bubbling Brown Sugar | Friday, May 9-Sunday, May 18 | Times vary | Winston-Salem Theatre Alliance | $19+ | This vibrant musical revue transports audiences to the heart of Harlem during the 1920s–1940s, showcasing the rich cultural tapestry of the era.
Sunset Sip and Stretch | 7-8 p.m. | West Bend & Bar Venue, Lewisville | $15 | Refresh your body and mind while soaking up the beauty of the peaceful atmosphere + enjoy a complimentary glass of wine after. Pro tip: Bring cash to pay.
Saturday, May 10
Mother’s Day Vendor Market | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Be Kind Coffee Co., Clemmons | Cost of purchase | Grab your momma or a momma friend who deserves to be pampered for a fun shopping experience, sweet treats, flowers, and drink specials.
Sanskriti 2025: India Fest | 1-5 p.m. | Corpening Plaza | Free | Experience Indian culture and celebrate with food, music, dance, shopping, and henna art.
Live Music: The Fenders | 5 p.m. | Midway Music Hall and Event Center | $10 | Hop on for a free line dance lesson and stay after to listen to the local band from King, NC play ‘60s, ‘70s, and ‘80s music.
SummerLark 2025 | 7 p.m. | Bailey Park | $60 | Old Crow Medicine Show headlines this year’s event, which also includes food trucks and a photo booth to benefit the Cancer Patient Support Program.
Celebrate Local Racing | 8 p.m. | Bowman Gray Stadium | $14 | The first 500 guests will receive a free rally towel, plus watch a 100 modified race and 50 lap street stock race. Doors open at 6 p.m.
Sunday, May 11
Mother’s Day Paint and Sip | 1 p.m. | Wine & Design | $30 | Bring your favorite wine, seltzer, champagne, or beverage and enjoy a step-by-step painting class with a local artist instructor.
Score More Sports Card Show | 9 a.m.-2 p.m. | Masonic Center of Winston Salem | $5 | Buy, sell, and trade with fellow collectors and vendors as you explore an array of sports cards, Pokémon, and collectibles of all price points.
Saturday, May 17
MESStival | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Kaleideum | $10+ | Immerse yourself in goo, gunk, and grit to create art and explore science.*
Stimulating daily activities to promote memory, movement, and socialization, like beach ball chair volleyball
Music and art programming
Visits from therapy animals
Intergenerational programming with children from the adjacent child development center
These opportunities allow older adults to thrive in their daily lives and offer crucially needed respite for their care partners.
To celebrate 50 years, gifts made to the Senior Services’ 50 Days of Giving campaign will be doubled by generous community supporters through Friday, June 27, up to a total of $50,000.
Budweiser. That’s the most popular big beer brand in NC, according to a Google Trends study conducted by Wine Enthusiast. We’ll keep bragging about our local breweries because Wise Man Brewing earned a silver award for its German-Style Doppelbock from the World Beer Cup.
Try This
Are you all caught up on “The Last of Us”? No spoilers, but if you’re preparing for the zombie apocalypse, maybe work on your swing at one of these golf clubs.
The Word
Ailurophile. According to linguists, the word that means “cat lover” is one of the most beautiful in the English language. If you’re an Ailurophile yourself, check out adoptable cats at the Forsyth Humane Society. (Word Smarts)
Outdoors
Looking for a spot to soak up the sun (or laze in the shade)? This tool allows users to find cafes in the sun or in the shade at different times of day — simply type in an address and look around. We think it’s the perfect supplement to our outdoor dining guide.
Pets
Bella, Luna + Max. Those are the three most popular dog names in our state. We bet you’ll meet a few pups with those names at these dog-friendly places in Winston-Salem — just don’t yell “Bella” too loud. (U.S. News & World Report)
Legacy
Carolina University’s president Dr. Charles Petitt, died. The late Dr. Petitt was one of the longest-serving university presidents in NC and led the university for 23 years, which grew from 199 students to over 900, under his leadership. He leaves behind a wife and two daughters.
Wellness
Missed out on our Small Biz Spring Giveaway? Treat yourself anyway (and support small bizzes along the way) by shopping local throughout National Small Business Week, May 4-10, and beyond.*
Announced
Spots in our 2025 Parents’ Gift Guide are full ahead of Mother’s Day. Luckily for you, we’ve added a few more for Father’s Day. Hurry — save 20% with code PGG2025 when you secure your spot now.
Tech
AI won’t take over the world — people who know how to use AI will. Subscribe to Superhuman AI for free and learn AI skills in just three minutes a day.*
City Guide
City Guide
A taste of the Twin City’s History
The shotgun house maintained most of its original pieces that are over 100 years old. | Photo courtesy of Triad Cultural Arts, Inc.
Museums are the cultural hubs of our city. In honor of National Travel & Tourism Week, why not act like a tourist in your own city? Whether you’re looking to learn something new about Winston-Salem or plotting a way to spend your Saturday afternoon, here are 14 museums to visit.
History
Shotgun House Legacy Site, 716 Humphrey St. | Donations accepted
Located in Winston-Salem’s first-planned Black community, Happy Hill, the living museum recreates settings from history + exhibits that tell the stories of African American families during historical moments like the Civil Rights Movement. Take a peek inside.
The Shotgun House is set to open full-time beginning fall 2025.
MUSE Winston-Salem, 226 S. Liberty St. | Free
The museum is dedicated to preserving the history of Winston-Salem and Forsyth County. It has artifacts and archives dedicated to the area’s struggles and triumphs, and frequently hosts pop-up exhibits and other events around the city to collect perspectives and keep the conversations going.
Support small businesses and artisans across the country when you shop Amazon Handmade. The marketplace features thousands of unique products and gifts, like this etched rolling pin that can transform your homemade baked goods into genuine works of art.
Speaking of museums, I’d like to petition the Museum of Illusion to open in the Twin City. I got to visit one in Chicago as businesses were starting to open back up during the pandemic (hence the mask on my face). What other museums would you like to see in our city? Drop me a line and let me know!
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