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City Guide
Fresh local finds are here
Eating the rainbow is easy to do with locally grown goods. | Photo by WStoday
Get ready to fill up your reusable shopping bags with fruits and veggies, Winstonians. In the spirit of supporting all things local, we’ve rounded up seven farmers markets in the Winston-Salem area where you’ll find fresh food, live music, and local vendors.
Features: Art workshops, vintage items, crafted seasonal drinks, mugs, earrings, and live performances.
Parking: Free street parking, or pay a $2 flat fee at Sixth-Cherry/Trade Street deck
Space: Outdoors, partially covered
Simon’s Community Garden Farmers Market, 1922 S. Martin Luther King Dr., Winston-Salem | 2nd Thursdays + 4th Tuesdays, 6 p.m.-7:30 p.m. and 4th Saturdays, 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
Features: Not only can you shop organic produce like fruits and vegetables grown from the garden, but you can also register for “Cooking in the Garden” on the 4th Tuesdays, starting in May.
Parking: Free
Space: Outdoors
Trade Street Farmers market is family and pet-friendly, plus offer seating to sip your drink as you enjoy the great weather.
Trade Street Farmers Market, Trade Street (Between 5th & 6th St.) | First Sunday of the month, seasonal | 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Features: Locally grown produce, non-alcoholic beverages, artisanal bread, soup, honey, and baked goods. Check their Instagram page to check out vendors ahead of time.
Parking: Free street parking, or pay a $2 flat fee at Sixth-Cherry/Trade Street deck
Storm Large: The Seven Deadly Sins | Saturday, April 25-Sunday, April 26 | Times vary | Reynolds Auditorium | $29+ | The scandalously fabulous chanteuse Storm Large guides us through the seven deadly sins in song, plus the story of Bizet’s temptress Carmen is told through a symphonic suite from the familiar opera.*
Presented by Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Piedmont Triad
Now in its third year, Wine Women & Shoes has raised $185,000+ to support families in our community — making it a night out that truly makes a difference. | Photos courtesy of Legacy Stables and Events + Steve Visserman
The evening blends glamour with heart, featuring wine tastings, a boutique marketplace, a seated dinner, and impactful fundraising moments that support families with children receiving medical care in our community. Ronald McDonald House provides a warm, welcoming place to stay close, offering meals, comfort, and support when families need it most.
New this year, the Wall of Sparkle adds a fun twist. Guests can select a mystery jewelry box (valued at $50+), with the chance for even higher-value surprises. A Mocktail Station will also be available, ensuring a festive experience for all guests.
This year’s theme, Every Table Is a Party, means you need to gather nine friends and reserve a table to receive a complimentary bottle of champagne. Limited VIP tickets are available for early access to the marketplace + wine tastings, offering first pick of the evening’s experiences.
Money talk — The Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office’s budget is set to exceed by $1M, WFDD reports. County commissioners typically approve their budget in early June, but you can share your input at their next public hearing on Monday, May 18, which is set for 6 p.m. at the Forsyth County Government Center.
Transportation
Winston-Salem Transit will now operate digitally to make transportation easier and faster for riders. Starting Monday, April 13, riders will be able to pay fares from their smartphone or smart card via UMO, find bus schedules, and track passes within the app.
Environment
Help keep our streets clean by joining The Great(est) American Cleanup on Saturday, April 11, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. The initiative is part of a greater national effort and in commemoration of America’s 250th birthday. Bring your family, friends, coworkers, and sign up to join.
Eat
Noodle Ju’B is now open for dinner, featuring specials and new drinks — and it’s just one of many new eateries popping up across the Twin City.
Learn
Did you know this Winstonian was Winston-Salem’s first official “fashion journalist”? Annie Lee Singletary graduated from Reynolds High School in 1927 and broke into the male-dominated field as a staff writer at the Sentinel. Read up on her achievements. (Muse WS)
Regional
Anders Family Farm, located in Tobaccoville, was among the three regional finalists for the NC Small Farmer of the Year Award, which recognizes the contributions of small farmers in the state and their innovative farming techniques. The hydroponics farm grows crops in water instead of soil.
Mailbag
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Arts
This Saturday at Reynolda: Create your own small “junk sculpture robot” using found objects and unexpected materials during Open Studios (free with admission). Pro tip — pack a blanket for a cozy picnic on the lawn afterward. Plan your visit.*
Listen
Did you hear that? Most hearing aids have one processor. These bad boys have two, making speech clearer and crisper by processing speech and noise separately. No wonder 670,000+ customers love them.*
Finance
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The Buy
The Buy Editor Emily here. Meet my dog Meredith. Like so many incredible pups, she’s a rescue.
Until recently, I didn’t know much about her breed, or how to best care for her. Thanks to Embark’s Breed + Health Dog DNA Test, that’s all changed. I’ve learned Meredith is a mix of American Pit Bull, Australian Cattle Dog, Dalmatian, and that she may be at higher risk for Intervertebral Disc Disease. Now I can take proactive steps to support her health — like keeping her on a balanced diet and opting for a harness over a collar to help reduce strain on her spine.
Try Embark for your dog, discover their unique DNA, and give them the best possible care.
Want your photo to end up on the 2027 Blue Ridge calendar? Enter the photo contest for a chance to be featured. As for me, this is my submission below after a long hike at Pilot Mountain. Consider this your nudge to head to a hiking trail overlooking the Blue Ridge Mountains.
You may need to climb a few rocks to make it to the top of Stone Mountain — the view is totally worth it.
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