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Forsyth County students get hands-on experience in healthcare and construction at interactive booths. | Photos provided by Greater Winston Salem, Inc.
Imagine a career fair that feels less like a grueling job hunt and more like a community festival.
That’s Greater Winston Salem Inc.'s grand goal with World of Work, a student field trip and community career fair featuring 60+ local businesses, taking over the LJVM Coliseum on Wednesday, Oct. 22.
More than 2,500 10th-grade students from across the county will also experience the World of Work firsthand, applying career-readiness lessons they’ve learned in the classroom to real-world networking opportunities.
From 9:45 a.m. to 1 p.m., students will have the chance to explore interactive career booths, connect with local bizzes, and learn more about career paths that interest them.
Let’s get down to business
Any local business interested in participating can register online with Greater Winston-Salem Inc. or reach out about sponsorship opportunities. Businesses are encouraged to make their booths as interactive as possible for students, and participate in a networking breakfast starting at 8:30 a.m.
World of Work is part of Forsyth Works, the platform that serves as a one-stop shop for career exploration, hiring, development, and connection in Forsyth County — benefiting both job seekers and employers.
The International Village Festival celebrates the cultural diversity in Winston-Salem. | Photo by City of Winston-Salem Human Relations/DEI Department Staff
Take an international trip in Winston Square Park this weekend. The International Village Food & Music Festival is happening tomorrow, Sept. 6, from 12 to 5 p.m. in the heart of downtown Winston-Salem. Taste dishes from various countries, including Jamaica, Nigeria, Colombia, and all the way to the Philippines.
Shop cultural artistry from international vendors and watch performances as you learn about different cultures.
Pro tip: Come early to find free street parking or find the closest parking deck at 4th and Church Street.
Events
Events
Friday, Sept. 5
Van Gogh: An Immersive Experience Winston-Salem | Friday, Sept. 5-Sunday, Sept. 7 | 10 a.m.-6:30 p.m. | 1612 S. Stratford Rd. | $30+ | 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.
Big Backyard Movie Nights: “The Princess and the Frog” | 7:45 p.m. | Crossnore | Free | Come for some pre-film fun at 6:30 p.m. and grab dinner from food trucks on site + watch the Broadway musical-style Disney movie.
Saturday, Sept. 6
Howlin’ at the Moon Bakery Grand Opening | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | Howlin’ at the Moon Bakery | Free | Get free dog food samples, plus check out the new space offering dog-wash services + dog-themed classes.
First Aid and Basic Dog Training | 12-2 p.m. | Miller Park Community Center | Free, RSVP required | Learn methods to recognize and respond to common canine emergencies + understanding dog behavior and body language.
Opening Reception: “A Year in the Making” | 4-6 p.m. | Sawtooth School for Visual Art | Free | Meet the school’s four Artists-in-Residence and experience the American pottery tradition craftsmanship.
Landslide: A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac Concert | 7-9 p.m. | Shallowford Square | Free | Watch the cover band recreate hits from yesteryear, taking fans on an electric journey through Fleetwood Mac’s catalog of music, including the hits from their solo careers.
Sunday, Sept. 7
Bubbles & Live Jazz Brunch | Sunday, Sept. 7, Sunday, Sept. 14 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Sir Winston Wine Loft & Restaurant | Cost of purchase | This Sunday experience blends live music, sparkling sips, and elevated brunch entrees like a gourmet Bloody Mary bar.
$4 million. That’s how much the city of Winston-Salem awarded Front Street Capital and Carter for The Grounds. The development project is projected to generate $40 million in city and county taxes over the first 10 years + bring 500 jobs to Winston-Salem. (Triad Business Journal)
Seasonal
With temps cooling and PSLs back on the menu, fall we wanna know is: When will the leaves change? Here’s the official prediction. (WXII)
Traffic
A new section of Deacon Boulevard is open. If you’re heading to the Wake Forest University football game vs. Western Carolina tomorrow, Sept. 6, at 2 p.m. You can access the new parking lots via University Parkway and Piccolo Lane. Don’t forget your guide for game day before heading to the stadium.
Did you know the Historic Brookstown Inn started as a manufacturing warehouse? It was one of the first mills in the South with electric lighting in the 1880s and was transformed into an Inn in 1977. There are plenty of unique stays to plan your next hideaway in the Twin City.
Legacy
UNCSA Symphony Orchestra concert happening on Saturday, Sept. 13, will be dedicated to the late music director Robert Franz, who died this week.His artistry, dedication, and joy in making music with our students leave an enduring legacy at UNCSA and beyond,” UNCSA’s Instagram post said. Tickets cost $25.
Community
Hey WS, love local businesses as much as we do? Nominations for our WStoday’s Best competition open on Sept. 15. Help us gather who is the best of the best in each of our categories. Stay tuned for more details.
Shop
Score this cap sleeve tee for an effortless transition from summer to autumn wardrobing. It features a chic V-neck design and is available in 12+ colors. Bonus: It’s under $17.*
Peep new art installations in the Boston-Thurmond neighborhood. You can find these paintings on utility boxes outside the Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center. Art is all around the Twin City and there’s plenty more to explore.
The chance to learn a new language during Babbel’s Best Sale of the Year. Turn your morning read into a new daily habit — with Babbel, 10 minutes a day builds real conversation skills you can use on your next trip or at the international festival downtown. Get lifetime access for $199 across all 14 languages.*
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