A stroll around Reynolda Village will make you feel as if you’re walking the streets of South France. | Photo by Lauren Olinger, Red Cardinal Studio via Reynolda
Bonjour, Winstonians. City Editor Kellina here. Itching for a getaway this summer? After my time in Paris last year, I realized the City of Love shares some similarities to the Twin City. Skip the passport — here’s how to spend a day like a Parisian right here.
Start your day with a twice-baked almond croissant with chocolate and a baguette from Bobby Boy Bakeshop. The French place a huge emphasis on savoring quality time, so put your phone away and enjoy every bite.
Head over to Reynolda House Museum of American Art. Paris isn’t called the City of Art and Culture for no reason. History is an essential part of French culture, so peruse the exhibits on display. Then, head over to the gardens and the village shops for an afternoon stroll.
Make your way to The Katharine Brasserie and Bar for the “soup du jour” with a Croque Monsieur sandwich for lunch. Pair it with a glass of Brut Rosé, Bouvet-Ladubay or opt for a Faux Fizz for a non-alcoholic option.
“The Write Stuff” | 6-7:30 p.m. | Lewisville Branch Library, Lewisville | Free | Unleash your words and discover your voice during the peer-to-peer writing group for adults.
Thursday, June 26
Golf for Good | Rise Indoor Sports | 11:30 a.m.-4 p.m. | Tanglewood Park, Clemmons | Donations accepted | Show up to support the RISE Community Fund, which provides sports scholarships and wellness resources for youth, families, and seniors.
Collage Workshop | 6-8 p.m. | Delta Arts Center | Donations accepted | Create your own collage animals inspired by the exhibiting artist, Kara Elizabeth, as she guides participants through the process.
Cocktails & Creations | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | WinMock at Kinderton, Bermuda Run | $45 | Gather your crew for a fun night out and make a personalized monogrammed door hanger while sipping cocktails or mocktails in a relaxed atmosphere.
Friday, June 27
Poetry Slam | 7 p.m. | The Bookhouse | $5 | Bring your poetry to share during the three rounds for a shot at cash prizes — or come out and enjoy the show.
Saturday, June 28
Love Songs from the Liberation Wars | 7-9 p.m. | NCMA, Winston-Salem | $25+ | Watch the special showcase performance about a fight for justice that changed Winston-Salem forever.
Sunday, June 29
Tour Pour Du Jour | 4-6 p.m. | The Graylyn Estate | $60, RSVP | Embark on a captivating journey through history while exploring the boutique hotel, plus enjoy a curated butler experience in the Manor House.
Rev up, Winston-Salem. NASCAR and city officials are negotiating the return of The Clash to Bowman Gray Stadium. The NASCAR series partnership will unravel over five years with the purchase of a scoreboard, starting in 2026. Let’s walk down memory lane of this year’s comeback. (FOX WGHP)
Film
This is your chance to meet award-winning local filmmaker Jack Lafferty, who will share an exclusive peek at his upcoming project on Friday, June 27. Watch a series of short films from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Reynolds Place Theatre on North Spruce Street, plus stay for a Q&A session. Tickets start at $20.
Cause
Wine and dine for a good cause? Yes, please.Meet the chefs of Men Who Cook, an annual fundraising event to benefit SECU Family House. Grab your ticket to taste dishes from local amateur cooks on Saturday, Aug. 16 — proceeds will go towards lodging adult patients and their families.
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.
Answered
Last week, we asked what the most popular ice cream flavor in North Carolina was, and 43% of you correctly answered “vanilla.” Bravo! Cool off at these six ice cream spots in Winston-Salem.
Learn
Curious how to navigate the road when traffic signals are out? Follow these steps to drive safely during a power outage.
Wellness
The secret to staying young? It starts with what you do today. From fighting inflammation to preventing chronic disease, your daily habits reallydo make a difference. Novant Health breaks down simple steps you can take now to protect your brain, heart, and body for the long run.*
Real Estate
Why have 20,000+ Carolina families (and counting) chosen this local builder? Take a peek inside their Triad-area communities, starting in the $200s, and see for yourself.*
Try This
POV: You’re in a bind trying to fill an important role for your local biz. We can help. Post your job on WStoday Job Board and get connected to top local talent. Psst — it’s completely free.
The Buy
Printer ink that’s shipped to your house when you’re running low (yes, it’s a thing). HP Instant Ink makes printing worry-free by delivering ink before you run out automatically. Save up to 50% compared to buying cartridges the old-fashioned way.*
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.
Speaking of a Parisian summer, did you know you can also learn French right here in Winston-Salem? Vecino Center hosts weekly classes, including French, Spanish, Italian, and Arabic. A great way to meet friends and master your language skills.
Fun fact: I speak four languages, and French is my first language (bonus point if you can guess the other two, drop me a line)... à bientot, chers lecteurs!
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