There will be a 15-minute intermission during the three-hour performance — make sure to come early to find parking. | Photo by WStoday
Editor Kellina here. If you’re not feeling the holiday spirit just yet, get ready — this weekend is packed with festive fun. Here are my top three picks.
Friday, Dec. 5-Sunday, Dec. 7
Start with the beloved holiday tradition “The Nutcracker” performed by UNCSA students throughout the weekend. Due to renovations at the Stevens Center downtown, the school has been performing at the Tanger Center in Greensboro for two consecutive years, so leave room for the ~45-minute drive. Tickets start at $49.
Saturday, Dec. 6
Celebrate Christmas at Bethabara between 1:30 and 4:30 p.m. and explore 18th and 19th-century Christmas traditions. Bring the kids to make seasonal crafts + let the sound of festive music inspire you.
End the night at the WS Ambassadors Holiday Parade, which starts at 4:45 p.m. between 4th and Poplar streets downtown. Stroll along the streets full of festive music, floats, and magical performances. Plus, stay after for the tree lighting ceremony.
Calling all LEGO enthusiasts. Join Bricks & Minifigs’ grand opening celebration on Saturday, Dec. 6. Find minifigures, sets, bricks, and accessories at 3272 Silas Creek Pwky., starting at 11 a.m.
Announced
“Just found out I’m being sent home,” famous Winstonian and NBA player Chris Paul wrote on his Instagram story. The LA Clippers released Paul from the team, where he spent six seasons. The NBA All-Star released a compilation of some of his greatest moments — it’s worth watching.(ESPN)
Traffic
If you’re heading to the holiday parade this weekend, watch out for road closures. Street parking downtown is free, but some roads will be blocked off for the marchers and festivities. Parking decks have plenty of spots, but they come with a fee.
Outdoor
Look up. The December supermoon will appear today, Dec. 4 at 6:14 p.m., according to the Almanac. This occurs when the moon’s orbit gets closer to Earth, making the moon appear brighter than usual. This will be your last chance to see the cold moon before the year ends.
Development
A new retail development in Kernersville is shaping up. Welden Village just secured a Food Lion on-site, in addition to Cone Health and Welden Dentistry. The 385-acre planned community is located near NC Highway 66 and Old Salem Road. Developers say their goal is to create a “walkable community where families can meet their daily needs.” (Triad Business Journal)
Stat
Remote work is on the rise nationally, according to The Economist. Studies show on average, 15% of workers across the country’s biggest cities stay at home most working days. Lucky you, the Twin City has plenty of places to network and cowork from.
Finance
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Shop
If you’re a Costco shopper, you know about the $1.50 hot dog. But are you in on these other 10 lesser-known hacks all Costco shoppers should know about? Wait until you see number six.*
If you’re looking for a new cozy spot, The Remedy Cafe and Bar, located in West End, delivers just that. Its winter menu was released this week, and we’re totally drooling over this Black Forest mocha. Got a favorite winter spot you’d like us to check out?Let us know.
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Yesterday we asked about the earliest time Winston-Salem saw snow — here’s what you said:
Winston-Salem was a winter wonderland on Wednesdays for a while in 1960. | Photo courtesy of the Forsyth County Public Library Photograph Collection via Digital Forsyth
While you’re at the parade this weekend, don’t forget to stop by the Milton Rhodes Center for the Arts for Sawtooth Spotlight and shop for unique and artsy gifts. Bring a $5 donation to help support the Sawtooth’s scholarship and community outreach programs.
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