The amphitheater is projected to open in spring 2026. | Rendering by STITCH Design Shop via DTWS
Downtown Winston-Salem is making strides. The annual DTWS Partnership meeting highlighted efforts the organization is making to attract residents and visitors to the area through community events, supporting small businesses through grant programs, and clean-up efforts to improve street appearance.
Jim Brammer, CEO of Concert Stuff Group, also unveiled more details about the forthcoming amphitheater downtown, between the Benton Convention Center and First Baptist Church. Brammer said proximity to parking spaces, restaurants, bars, and shops makes the location the best spot for the live music venue that’ll host 5,000 people.
“We want to make artists come to us rather than have residents travel to nearby cities like Charlotte and Raleigh,” Brammer said.
Greater Winston-Salem has announced its 2025 Leadership Award recipients... and you might see a familiar face among the list. These 25 young professionals will be recognized for their leadership and community impact in the Twin City. Congratulations to our very own editor, Kellina W., for making the list.
Opening
Former Food Network contestant and Winstonian Anna Simeonides is celebrating the grand opening of her new bakery in Mt. Airy. Head over to Meli Bakehouse tomorrow, Nov. 1, between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. to see the renovated space and enjoy a dessert treat paired with a cup of coffee.
Today Is
Halloween. We may not be that Salem, but Old Salem has a few skeletons in the closet. You just might hear tapping inside the Single Brother’s House during the Old Night Watchman tour this weekend. Don’t say we didn’t warn you.
Watch a movie for a cause. Watch a free community showing of “Wicked: Part One,” benefiting the Winston-Salem Forsyth County Schools “All In For Our Schools” campaign. For every person who attends, Candor Home Services, Candor Roofing, and the Winston-Salem Dash will donate $1 towards the fundraising effort. Reserve your free ticket.
Active
Lewisville residents, make moves this month and join the Annual Fitness Walk, starting tomorrow, Nov. 1. Sign up and commit to completing 50 miles or 132,000 steps through Sunday, Nov. 30 for a chance to win a $25 gift card. If you ask usk, we think the real prize is the view from these local trails.
Biz
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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.
Looking for a sweet treat in addition to your Halloween candy? The Gingerbread Man Bakery has a wide range of vegan baked goods that are too good to pass up. Stop by any day from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. for a break. A gluten-free option is available by request. This baklava cupcake blends crushed walnuts with a hint of cinnamon andoffers a tender texture.
Have you checked out this spot next to Ardmore Coffee on Hawthorne Road?
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