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Plan Ahead
Plan double date night at The Springhouse Restaurant for Southern-inspired dishes with a twist. | Photo by Andrew Cebulka via @visitwinstonsalem
Do you smell romance in the air? We know you love our Plan Aheads, and we’re back with our top events of the month you won’t want to miss, from concerts to Galentine’s wine tasting.
Concert + shows
Parker McCollum Tour | Thursday, Feb. 12 | 7:30 p.m. | LJVM Coliseum | $35+ | The Texas country singer will make you fall in love with his heartfelt lyrics mixed with a hint of nostalgia.
Salem Band Winter Concert | Sunday, Feb. 22 | 3 p.m. | Salem Elberson Fine Arts Center | Free | Get lost in the sounds of bold, uplifting works like “Hounds of Spring,” and the weeping, cinematic moments in “Sailing with Whales.”
For the fam
Share the Love Book Swap | Tuesday, Feb. 17 | 5:30-7 p.m. | Miller Park Community Center | Free | Share your love of reading, meet other book lovers, and create some crafts.
Bridging the Triad: STEM Contest | Saturday, Feb. 28 | 10 a.m. | Kernersville Recreation & Event Center, Kernersville | Free | It’s the battle of the Triad engineers — contestants of all ages will attempt to build a bridge using only 100 craft sticks and glue.
Another winter storm is headed our way, according to forecasters, predicting 3-6 inches of snow this weekend. The city is prioritizing clearing out major roadways to provide access to hospitals, grocery stores, and other essential needs. Follow the city’s daily updates.
Announced
Off-track events at the Cookout Clash have been canceled this weekend due to snow — that is, Fanfare on Fourth originally scheduled for today and Cars and Coffee, scheduled Sunday, Feb. 1. Check out our guide to navigate the racing event like a pro.
Art
Have a say in downtown’s next landmark by helping pick the new exterior visual of the 6th-Cherry-Trade parking deck. The survey is open for feedback on the four designs made by local artists through Monday, Feb. 9.
Family
Want to know what Reynolda House and Sawtooth have in common? Youth summer camp registrations are open to keep learning alive. Stay tuned for more camp opportunities around the Twin City. Pro tip: Scholarships are available for qualifying families.
Real Estate
Ever dreamed of owning 165 acres of land? Forsyth County Board of Commissioners is accepting upset bids, starting today, to purchase the commercial land between Idols Road and Foxpark Drive in Clemmons. The current bidding price stands at $4 million. Here’s your chance to throw in your hat.
Sport
There are no athletes representing Winston-Salem in Team USA for the 2026 Winter Olympics, but we know Winstonians love a fun challenge. You could buck that trend in four years by booking ice skating lessons at the Winston-Salem Faigrounds. (NBC)
You’re smart — but your spending can still be dumb. From overpaying when online shopping to sticking with a car insurance plan instead of shopping for a lower rate, here are 11 of the dumbest things smart people waste money on.*
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The Buy
The countdown to Valentine’s Day has begun. Discover our favorite gifts for loved ones, perfect for any kind of Valentine:
🧳 Gift them this premium leather toiletry bag that’s top rated for style and function.
👣 You can never go wrong with a heated foot massager that was designed with insights from real massage therapists.
🌹 Instead of a bouquet that only lasts a week, opt for these forever roses that will stay beautiful for years to come.
🧥 Keep them warm with this 4.6-star rated sherpa-lined flannel that’s both dapper + durable.
⛳ The golf lover in your life will appreciate this accessory case for storing their gloves, balls, tees, and markers.
Snow days in means more baking for this local editor. Enjoy the sight of my famous beer bread made using locally milled flour I purchased during my usual Saturday stroll at Cobblestone Farmers Market. What’s your favorite snow day activity? Hit reply and let me know.
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