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Stop by Mrs. Hanes’ Moravian Cookies in Clemmons for some holiday shopping during operating hours. | Photo courtesy of Brajan Funes via Visit Winston-Salem
The season of gifting is upon us. Get ahead of your holiday shopping with some of our favorite seasonal markets around Winston-Salem.
Annual Holiday Craft Market | Saturday, Nov. 22 | 12-4 p.m. | The Gardens at Gray Gables, Summerfield | Stroll along the decorated garden pathways twinkling with holiday lights as you shop for handcrafted gifts, seasonal decor, baked goods, jewelry, home items, and other holiday treasures.
Reynolda Village Holiday Stroll | Saturday, Nov. 22 | 1-5 p.m. | Reynolda Village | Enjoy the magic of the holidays with carolers in Victorian costumes, carriage rides, and visits with Santa as you stroll through the historic village.
Bark The Halls Festival | Sunday, Nov. 23 | 1-5 p.m. | Tucker’s Tapyard | Don’t forget to shop for Fido this holiday season. Find the best gifts for your pet or pet owners while vibing to live music from Dasher Street Duo, plus grab pizza from Pie Guys Pizza.
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A. A few months in advance (October – November) B. During or after Black Friday C. Last-minute (A few days before the holidays) D. I don’t do holiday shopping
Perfect for couples or solo travelers, Columbia’s arts scene promises memorable experiences. | Photos provided by Columbia Museum of Art, South Carolina State Museum, and Experience Columbia SC
Columbia, SC offers a vibrant mix of cultural experiences for visitors seeking something unique:
Shoppers can expect a small relief when it comes to downtown parking. To encourage local shopping downtown, City Manager Pat Pate said they’re preparing for a temporary change to the on-street parking between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day. We’ll keep you posted on the details. (Winston-Salem Journal)
Open
Looking for a new boho boutique to get your next holiday fit? Your Happy Place Boutique, located next to Ava’s Cupcakes at 1477 River Ridge Dr. in Clemmons, sells jewelry, women’s clothing, and a curated mix of accessories and homey gift items to round out your look.
Community
Know someone who has made a difference in the lives of others in Winston-Salem? Submit your nomination for the MLK Young Dreamer Award by Friday, Dec. 12. Nominees should be between the ages of 18-40 and have shown specific contributions in promoting diversity and inclusion in the community through their work.
Gallery
Get a sneak peek of the Fall Art Preview at Winston-Salem State University’s Diggs Gallery. Get lost among the exhibits dedicated to Africa and the African Diaspora anytime between 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. today, Nov. 19. Did you know The Diggs Gallery is one of NC’s largest spaces with a focus on African Diaspora art?
Eat
Opa! Today is your last day to pre-order your Greek desserts ahead of the Greek Bake Sale. Place your order online and pick up at the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church on Saturday, Nov. 22, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. You can also grab sweet and savory treats on the spot during the bake sale.
The Word
Châteauesque. This architectural style draws from 16th-century French design, combining Gothic and Renaissance elements. It’s one of Winston-Salem’s historic gems. Think you can spot a Châteauesque-style home like this one out in the wild?
Shop
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Seasonal
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Health
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This trip to High Point will be worth it. Meet this “Little Sally” — who isn’t so little. The wooden art piece made of recycled materials has been catching the attention of travelers from the region and beyond. Be aware that you’ll need to participate in a scavenger hunt to locate her in the wild by grabbing a trollmap. The showstopping art is made by sculptor Thomas Dambo, who creates installations like this across the US.
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I captured this photo during my stroll at Reynolda Village last week. The vivid fall color made me stop, smell the air — and of course snap a pic. Got any pretty fall photos you’d like to share?Drop it in our inbox for a chance to be featured in a future newsletter.
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