This is what dreams are made of. | Photo courtesy Foothills Brewing via @foothillsbrewpub
Don’t let the midnight munchies get the best of you. Here are 20+ spots where you can satisfy your after-hours cravings after a night out on the town or grab a drink with friends.
Keep the party going
Earl’s | Open until 12 a.m. Sunday-Thursday, 2 a.m. Friday + Saturday
The kitchen and whiskey bar in Industry Hill is committed to serving late-night snacks, it has a separate menu after 10 p.m.
Grab a slice
Brothers Pizzeria | Open until 11:30 p.m. Monday-Thursday, 2:30 a.m. Friday + Saturday
Stop in for a slice before heading home from 4th Street. The menu features subs, calzones, salads, and gourmet pizzas — or order by the slice from more than a dozen options. Chicken bacon ranch pizza, anyone?
Drinks
Fair Witness Fancy Drinks | Open until 2 a.m.
Sip on creative cocktails, beer, wine, and liquor. This spot is open Tuesday through Sunday, starting at 4 p.m. Enjoy outdoor seating and a cozy fire pit while you’re at it.
Cousins Maine Lobster Grand Opening | 4-9 p.m. | Fiddlin’ Fish | Cost of purchase | Calling seafood lovers. Say hello to the newest food truck that serves Maine and Connecticut-style lobster rolls, New England clam chowder, and more.
Independence Day Celebration — July 3 Dash Game | 6:30 p.m. | Truist Stadium | $16+ | Join the WS Dash for an Independence Day Celebration game, ending with one of the largest and most spectacular fireworks shows in the entire Triad.*
Friday, July 4
Old Salem July 4th Celebration | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Old Salem Museums & Gardens | $30 | Go back in time and explore the theme of “Becoming American” as it was lived in Old Salem with drums, firearm demonstrations, and readings.
Kernersville 4th of July Parade | 9 a.m. | Kernersville Elementary School, Kernersville | Free+ | Show up to watch the parade at no cost, or register to join the 5K Run/Walk at this annual family-friendly event.
Saturday, July 5
Van Gogh: An Immersive Experience Winston-Salem | 10 a.m.-6:30 p.m. | 1612 S. Stratford Rd. | $28+ | Step into a 360-degree digital projection, a one-of-a-kind VR experience showcasing the art of one of the greatest artistic geniuses of the 19th century.
The move-in-ready neighborhood celebrated its grand opening just last week with the unveiling of two new model homes now open daily for tours.
Perks that add up
With lawncare included, cable and internet bundled in, and homes that are up to 30% more energy-efficient on average, residents save on monthly bills and chores from day one.
Bonus: You’ll find a community pool, cabana, and dog park right outside your door.
Why wait last-minute to plan your week? We’ve compiled some of the biggest events happening in the Twin City this month so you can say goodbye to boredom. We’re eyeing the Reynolda Village Annual Sidewalk Sale on Saturday, July 26. See what else is happening this July.
Try This
A Winston-Salem pop-up choir is shaking things up. One Love One Voice will host its next pop-up event where everyone can gather and unite in melody on Sunday, July 27. Stay tuned for more details on when and where. In the meantime, watch this uplifting performance from June.
Drink
Earlier this week, we shared our favorite spots for Wine Down Wednesday, and we have more to share. Broad Branch Distillery offers $5 Chai Daiquiris on Thursdays, and patrons get half off the price of beer on draft at Buie’s Market on Wednesdays.
Eat
New menu item enters the chat. Louie and Honey’s Kitchen will serve lemon chicken salad sandwiches for the next several weeks. The new item is served on a soft milk bun with tomato jam. Give it a try.
Featured
Spotted in LA Weekly: local poet, rapper, and songwriter Spencer “p.s. edekot” Aubrey, featured for his contributions in the Winston-Salem community and beyond. “His work stems from a sacred intention to connect people to themselves and to each other,” the article states. Read more about Aubrey here.
Correction
Not so fast — yesterday, we shared reporting from WXII 12 about the Workforce Freedom and Protection Act. After reader Amy L. flagged it for us, we determined the House Bill has yet to be passed or enacted. State officials are still in the early stages of discussing the proposal.
Older Adults
Your fifties + beyond is a great time to build wealth. Beyond basics like bulk shopping and retirement accounts, here are 14 financial benefits seniors are entitled to (but often forget to claim).*
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Finance
Even “1883" couldn’t script a gold run like this: An ounce of gold is expected to cost $4,000 in 2026. Diversify your portfolio with a gold IRA — no pickaxe required.†*
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.
Wanna know my two favorite late-night spots in the Twin City? Insomnia Cookies on Trade Street and Momo Ashi on North Peace Haven Road. As you can tell, this newsletter editor does have a big sweet tooth. What’s yours?
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