Instructors will guide you every step of the way at Sawtooth. | Photo by WStoday
Fresh haircut, backpack in hand, your first day of school outfit ready to conquer the new school year. Although those days may be long gone for some, the thrill of learning never gets old. That’s why we’re giving you the scoop on personal enrichment courses in the Twin City that’ll spark your creativity and keep your mind sharp. No lockers. No bells. Just learning on your terms.
The community art and craft school has been offering classes to students of all ages since 1945. Studios are located downtown and at the Generations Center. Browse class offerings, which range from textiles to photography.
A membership will allow you to use the space and take advantage of on-demand training. Use your hands + mind to create in a variety of workshops and classes like 3D printing or sewing.
Pull up a chair at Study Hall and engage in thoughtful conversations with other lifelong learners. Writer and professor Jen Howard will lead the four-part course series in discussing how cultural values and fictional characters reframe the human experience.
Moms’ Morning Meetup | 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m. | West Salem Public House | Free | Take a break, connect with fellow moms in the community, and enjoy some well-deserved time to relax — come on your own or bring the kids with you.
Rev + Flow: Strength/Toning Class | 6:30-7:40 p.m. | Sedge Garden United Methodist Church | Free | Join the high-intensity, low-impact workout designed for all levels of fitness as you focus on strength, balance, and flexibility.
Wednesday, Aug. 20
Environmental Justice Panel | 6-7 p.m. | Forsyth County Central Library | Free | Learn what it takes to maintain an environmentally sustainable community with panelist speakers and experts in the field.
Thursday, Aug. 21
Third Wheel Appreciation Night | 6:30 p.m. | Truist Stadium | $12+ | Third wheels, this one’s for y’all. Tomorrow’s Third Wheel Appreciation Night features a special ticket package: Buy two baseline seats and get the third ticket free.*
Friday, Aug. 22
Trellis Veteran Connections: Coffee Social | 9-11 a.m. | Generations Center | Free | This is a place for veterans to connect and share stories while learning about resources such as Triad Honor Flights, veteran benefits, and social support.
Saturday, Aug. 23
Historic Shotgun House Public Tour | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Shotgun House | $10 | Explore the living history of former Happy Hill residents + get a serving of cornbread with pork cracklin’ prepared by a local chef.
Grandpa Joe’s Slaberia opens today at Salem Bottleworks. The new joint is the second eatery to open on the multi-use space, next to Bobby Boy Bakeshop, which will soon turn into a food hall + entertainment space. Editor Kellina recommends the Mortadella with banana soft-serve ice cream topped with coconut chips.
Coming Soon
Winston-Salem’s food scene is brewing. You can now order your lattes, coffee, and fizzy dirty sodas at Campus Gas. The locally owned, women-led coffee shop, The Blend, will also serve fresh pastries and mocktails at the bar located on Polo Road, starting Monday, Aug. 25.
Sports
Team Winston-Salem cyclist Owen Cole is heading to France for the Tour de l’Avenir with USA Cycling. Cole will cycle through the mountains with other top international riders from Saturday, Aug. 23, through Friday, Aug. 29. Get in on the action with these unique sports activities in the Twin City.
Watch
A movie filmed and directed in Winston-Salem will be out in theaters. Winston-Salem native Angus MacLachlan wrote and directed “A Little Prayer,” a film about a father who grapples to protect his daughter. Grab your ticket and head to a/perture Cinema to watch the screening on Thursday, Aug. 28, followed by a Q+A with the film writer and directors.
Trending
Pilates training and yoga’s popularity has stretched to the top of the ranks over the last five years, according to the Sports & Fitness Industry Association. Try out a class at Inner Strength Pilates (4983 Martin View Ln.) in Winston-Salem.
Wellness
Support your liver’s daily grind with Dose. This orange juice-flavored shot blends curcumin, milk thistle, ginger, and dandelion root into a vegan, sugar-free, and gluten-free formula. Try Dose for 30% off — your liver will thank you later.*
Learn
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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.
Yesterday, we asked what year tobacco production expanded significantly in Winston-Salem — here’s what you said:
Get lost in the fascinating history of the Camel City, also known as the Twin City. | Photo courtesy of @cureatereynolda
46% of you responded 1890
34% said 1920
The remaining 20% spread their votes between 1875 and 2001
Once again, the majority takes a win home. Whether you got it on first try or a second (maybe third attempt — we’re not judging), there’s plenty more to uncover about the Camel City era and the rise of tobacco production in Winston-Salem.
I love a good lemonade on a hot summer day. And you know what’s even better? Sipping on this lavender lemonade from Mel’s Well while watching world-class tennis at Wake Forest Tennis Complex. The Winston-Salem Open is in full swing through Sunday, Aug. 23.
Pro tip: Bring a hat and a portable fan to stay cool during the matches.
You don’t want to miss out on this refreshing drink after watching those heated matches.
