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WStoday: Purple sky shows off Northern Lights around Winston-Salem
Views of the Northern Lights from Bashavia Gardens which made an appearance the night of Saturday, Oct. 12. | Photo courtesy of @bashaviagardens
The Quadrantid meteor shower is expected to peak this weekend. If you’re trying to spot these elusive meteors streaking through the sky, bundle up and head somewhere dark. Consult this chart for the best viewing hours for your location + check out the Dark Skies International map for spots with lower light pollution. By our count, the darkest skies within driving distance are Hanging Rock State Park + Pilot Mountain.

Events

Friday, Jan. 2

Frosty Fifty Trail Races Relays | Friday, Jan. 2-Saturday, Jan. 3 | 8 a.m. | Salem Lake | $30+

Sam Swanson Live Music (Classic Pop Tunes) | 7-10 p.m. | Joymongers Barrel Hall | Cost of purchase

Saturday, Jan. 3

Mandala Art ft. Winston-Salem Art Group | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | Oak Summit Park | $49

Basketball Game: Wake Forest Demon Deacons vs. Virginia Tech Hokies | 12 p.m. | LJVM Coliseum | $22+

Blazin’ Keys Dueling Pianos | 7-10 p.m. | Breathe Cocktail Lounge, Kernersville | $25

Silent Disco Dance Party: Pajama Party | 8 p.m. | The Ramkat | $19+

Cumbia Inferno ft. Nativa & DJ Toonez | 10 p.m.-2 a.m. | Monstercade | $10

Sunday, Jan. 4

Karaoke Night | 7-11 p.m. | Fair Witness Fancy Drinks | Free

Monday, Jan. 5

French + Spanish Classes Begin: January | 6-8:30 p.m. | Vecino Center for Language and Culture | $360+
See our full events calendar
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The Buy

Are you resolving to make 2026 your year of better sleep? The Buy Editor Emily swears by these simple yet effective products for restorative sleep:

👁️ A blackout eyemask with Bluetooth so you can listen to your favorite music or podcast while falling asleep.
🛏️ These fluffy, breathable pillows with a sophisticated, hotel-style gusseted design.
💤 A 100% cotton sheet set that gets softer with every wash + doesn’t pill.
🌜 This portable white noise machine so you can get a restful night’s sleep while on the go.
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The Wrap

New year, new... nope. Still the same old me. I hope you all feel energized to start this new year. I’ll be sharing some of my New Year’s resolutions in a future newsletter. I’d love to hear yours in the meantime. Drop me a line and let me know, and you might be featured next.
WStoday:City Editor Kellina Wrap

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