Don’t forget to have a federally-approved ID (like a passport) or Real ID in order to fly.
Navigating the airport? Leave that to us. Our guide covers everything from gates and parking to food and drinks.
What to know
TSA | Compared to airports in bigger cities like Raleigh or Charlotte, you can usually get through security at PTI in 15-20 minutes during peak seasons — and even faster at other times of year.
Map it out | If you’re like us and need to completely visualize a place before you step foot inside, these maps of the entire airport will be your saving grace.
The Healing Pen Workshop | 6-8 p.m. | Generations Center | $25 | This group healing session aims to help participants release emotions through intentional writing in a supportive environment.
Summer Book Club Social with HarperCollins | 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Bookmarks | $30 | Connect with other readers, enjoy light refreshments, check out early review copies, meet author Jared Lemus, and get 20% off featured books.
Dash are Home All Week! | Thursday, June 12-Saturday, June 14 | 6:30 p.m. | Truist Stadium | $12+ | Summer nights are calling from Truist Stadium as the Winston-Salem Dash wind up for a full week of home games. Look forward to theme nights, daily deals, and the brand-new $2 million videoboard.*
Friday, June 13
Leadership Winston-Salem Community Coffee | 7:30-9:30 a.m. | Bobby Boy Bakeshop, Salem Bottleworks | Donations encouraged | Enjoy a freshly brewed cup of coffee and engage with community leaders while supporting local small businesses.
Plant Swap | 4-6 p.m. | The Boho Depot | Free | Bring your oddest, rarest, or most beloved green babies to trade with other plant lovers.
Juneteenth Celebration | 6-7:30 p.m. | Delta Arts Center | Free | Hear music, spoken word, and a community presentation.
Saturday, June 14
Chrome Horse: The Bob Dylan Tribute | 7 p.m. | Muddy Creek Listening Room | $15+ | Hear the striking tunes of the cover band that will perform traditional folk and blues from one of the best-selling musicians of all time.
Movie Showing: “Madagascar: A Musical Adventure Jr.” | 2 p.m. + 5 p.m. | Milton Rhodes Center for the Arts | $20 | This family-friendly event showcases animated motion pictures of jungle animals as they escape the zoo and find themselves on an unexpected journey.
Chelsea Green and The Green Project are innovative performers that make you rethink classical string instruments. | Photos by 421 Studios provided by 1Love Media
1Love Festival, Winston-Salem’s vibrant annual gathering honoring the richness of African Diasporic culture, returns on Thursday, June 26 for its fifth anniversary.
Celebrations come to a crescendo with the concert at The Ramkat Saturday, June 28. Grab tickets to jam out to headliner Chelsea Green and The Green Project, and beats by DJ SK.
It’s free to partcipate, but registration is required to join in on conversations led by guest speakers.
The addition of Coded Competencies reflects the belief at the core of 1Love: storytelling has the power to heal, reclaim identity, and build community.
The Winston-Salem/Forsyth County school board will borrow up to $6 million from its Child Nutrition Fund to go towards the $42 million deficit due to the school system’s overspending. Board members plan on requesting $18 million from the Forsyth County budget to help cover the rest. (WXII 12 News)
Eat
The Graylyn Estate announced new dates for Tour Pour Du Jour starting Sunday, July 27. Guests will tour the Manor House, enjoy hors d’oeuvres and a glass of wine while learning the history behind the Gray family and Graylyn’s architectural treasures. Make your reservations.
Plan Ahead
The Annual Martha Bassett Show will return live at Tanglewood Park on Sunday, June 22. Gates open at 1 p.m. and starts at 2 p.m. The free concert showcases a blend of Americana featuring the rich history of the Piedmont region. Pro tip: Bring blankets or lawn chairs and make it a picnic day.
Try this
If you like to stir the pot and flaunt your chef skills, the Juneteenth Soul Food Culinary Contest will take place on Saturday, June 21, at Biotech Place of Innovation Quarter. Register as a chef and choose the dishes you’d like to prepare for the contest from 1 to 4 p.m. Options include fried chicken wings, mac and cheese, and sweet potato dessert.
Ranked
Staycation, all I ever wanted. Winston-Salem ranked No. 94 on WalletHub’s list of best cities for summer staycations. The study factored recreation, food, entertainment, and relaxation opportunities nationwide. Start planning your getaway at some of these unique rentals across the Twin City.
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If “Yellowstone” taught us anything, it’s to protect what’s yours. With gold projected to hit $4,000 an ounce by 2026, a gold IRA is a tax-advantaged way to saddle up for uncertain times.†*
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New sheets at a great discount. Get 70% off these cooling bamboo blend waffle hem sheets, with a queen set only costing $28.99. The 1800 thread count sheets are hypoallergenic, machine washable, and crafted from bamboo-derived fabric that keeps you cool in summer.
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As a French speaker, I was very happy to see Vecino Center is partnering with a/perture Cinema for a showing of the “Amélie” movie on the patio. The showing will take place at the Vecino Center Patio (3477 Myer Lee Dr.) on Saturday, June 28. Snag your ticket for $18 to watch the movie at sunset — there will be English subtitles.
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