Junior League of Winston Salem Recruitment Information Session | 6-7 p.m. | Junior League of WS Headquarters | Free | Prospective members can learn more about the vision and mission of the networking organization + staff will be on standby to answer questions about joining.
Tuesday, June 17
Free Pickleball | 6-9 p.m. | Foothills Brewing Tasting Room | Free | Meet other players on site for varying levels of play, stay for half off wine by the glass + enjoy a karaoke session afterward.
Wednesday, June 18
Career Ready Credential | Wednesday, June 18 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m. | Greater Winston-Salem, Inc. | Free | Participants will explore how to build a career pathway, learn about personal branding, communication, conflict management, and more.
Thursday, June 19
Juneteenth Celebration | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Malloy/Jordan East Winston Heritage Center | Free | NC Black Repertory Youth Ensemble will perform while kids take part in crafts and outdoor games.
Friday, June 20
Parent’s Night Out | 5:30-8 p.m. | Miller Park Community Center | $10 | Children ages 7-12 will enjoy food, games, and socializing with their peers.
In-person and hybrid programs pair students with peers to encourage collaboration and organic networking. | Photos provided by Wake Forest University
This is not some hypothetical: It’s a potential path to six figures and a seriously upgraded lifestyle.
Here in WS, the average salary for a bachelor’s degree is $54,071.
But for graduates of Wake Forest University’s local MBA program, that average salary jumps to more than $150,000 — a life-changing leap that impacts everything from where you live to how you travel.
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This nationally recognized MBA program is built specifically for busy professionals who want to supercharge their careers without sacrificing their 9-to-5.
The flexible formats include:
In-person MBA: Collaborative evening classes in Charlotte or Winston-Salem.
Hybrid MBA: Online coursework paired with select in-person Saturday sessions.
Online MBA: A fully online experience that lets students study from virtually anywhere.
— and you can complete your entire MBA program, from syllabus to grad gown, in as little as 20 months.
Summer is coming. The summer solstice is this Friday, June 20, which marks the astronomical start of the season. It’s also the longest day of the year — measured by the amount of daylight — and the sun will set in Winston-Salem at 8:41 p.m.
Tech
Uber is introducing new accounts for seniors with features like a larger typeface, fewer buttons, and easier-to-follow instructions. It’s now live in Winston-Salem — good news if you were planning to take an Uber to the next big event. (The Verge)
Mansion Monday
You’d look great descending a grand staircase. This nearly 6,000-sqft French Provincial estate caught our eye for its charming characteristics — color-drenched sitting rooms, showstopping chandeliers, and floor-to-ceiling arched windows, to name a few. Did we mention five beds and five baths?
Eat
Lettuce celebrate Fresh Veggies Day, which is today. The observance commemorates the nutritional value of vegetables, and there’s no better way to partake than by stocking up at a local farmers market.
Outdoors
Tired of staring at your screen? Take 60 seconds to be transported to a park somewhere in the world thanks to “One Minute Park.” Or just take a quick break from work to stroll a real nearby park — find one in our local parks guide.
Stat
27%. That’s how much home insurance rates have risen in the last four years, widely due to the increased frequency and scope of natural disasters like hurricanes, fires, and floods. Take this two-minute questionnaire to see if you’re wasting money on overpaying for insurance (and how you could save).*
Whether you’re looking to visit Winston-Salem in style for the weekend or are a local in need of an unforgettable staycation, we’ve compiled a list featuring 15extraordinary rentals in the Twin City that are worthy of a trip for you, your partner, your bestie, or the whole squad this year.
Just a heads up: Prices may vary depending on dates selected, taxes, and booking and cleaning fees (sorry, Airbnb and Vrbo make the rules, we just follow them). Cozy Ardmore bungalow Learn why locals love this centrally located neighborhood in this home filled with plants and art.
~$135 a night
2 BD | 2 BA
Stone patio with gas grill and fire pit, street parking + pets welcome
Cozy King Blue H2O Staycation This spot off South Main Street is five minutes from downtown and lots of outdoor amenities.
~$181 a night
1 BD | 1 BA
Hot tub, firepit, double hammock + stock tank pool
Olay Super Cream with sunscreen. The tried-and-true cream boasts better hydrating power than the No. 1 luxury moisturizer on the market — plus, it plumps, firms, and protects skin, making it a great daytime moisturizer to wear alone or under makeup.
The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
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