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Event Spotlight
The Bookhouse hosts author events and open mic nights every month. | Photo by WStoday
It’s National Poetry Month, a season that celebrates poets and their craft. Grab your pen and notebook, and get crafting. The Bookhouse is celebrating the month, hosting local poets every Saturday in April, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Here’s the lineup:
Saturday, April 4 – Jacinta White
Friday, April 10 – Poetry slam @ 7 p.m. (Bring three pieces of poetry to perform)
Saturday, April 11 – Barbara Greenbaum & Courtney Perry
Saturday, April 18 – Spencer Brown & Sam Brbee
Saturday, April 25 – Joe Mills & Jenny Bates
Guests can chat with authors about their work and creative process, plus discover new poetry collections.
Can’t make those dates? Delurk Gallery is hosting Fresh Ink Open Mic on the second Monday of each month. Bring your essay, poem, script, or lyrics to share at 6:30 p.m. Each spoken word will have a seven-minute limit. Attend the next event on Monday, April 13.
Winston-Salem Dash Baseball | Tuesday, April 7-Sunday, April 12 | Times vary | Truist Stadium | $5+ | Dash baseball is back at Truist Stadium April 7-12. Opening Week action includes fan-favorite Theme Nights and promos, plus two stellar Giveaways.*
Spring Beauty Event | 12 a.m.-11:59 p.m. | Forsyth Plastic Surgery & The VISTA Med Spa | Free | Get special pricing on Forsyth Plastic Surgery and The VISTA Med Spa’s most popular treatments, plus a free gift for the first 100 people to register.*
Say hello to Winston-Salem’s newest Mexican restaurant. California Burrito Express & Bar is now open near Hanes Mall Boulevard, taking over the former Luna Playa space. The spot is open daily, serving build-your-own burritos, along with cocktails.
Environment
Get ready to put your green thumb to use. Winston-Salem’s free annual mulch giveaway is here. Starting today, April 3, Forsyth County homeowners can pick up free leaf mulch at the Forum 52 Yard Waste Facility, between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. Pro tip: The entrance is located at the end of Northstar Drive, behind the warehouses.
Traffic
Part of Fourth Street will close as contractors replace the roof of the Stevens Center, starting Monday, April 6, at 6 a.m. Roads between Marshall Street and Spruce Street will be closed through Sunday, April 12. The sidewalk on the south side of Fourth Street will stay open to pedestrians.
Biz
Thinking of starting a business or have one already? Apply for the city’s loan assistance program. Business owners can request any amount between $5,000 and $100,000, which can be used for renovations, equipment, and other costs related to start-up or expansion.
Try This
Truist Stadium is turning into a card collector’s dream. Nearly 200 vendors will showcase sports cards, Pokémon, comics, memorabilia, and other treasures tomorrow, April 4, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Bring your cards to trade or sell. Tickets cost $5 for entry.
Featured
A research firm headquartered in Winston-Salem has been named on Fortune’s 2026 list of “America’s Most Innovative Companies.” Bellomy is ranked No. 77 out of more than 10,000 companies evaluated.
Pro Tip
If you’re a Costco shopper, you’re probably familiar with the ever-popular $1.50 hot dog. But are you in on these other 10 lesser-known hacks all Costco shoppers should know about? Don’t miss the details on vacation deals, members-only movie tickets, and more.*
The Buy
April = new spring shoe drop. Shop a great spring shoe for every price range:
👟 Under $25: A No. 1 best-seller, these arch support flip-flops feature a yoga foam footbed and just look like vacation.
👟 Under $50: This cushioned footbed sandal is ultra-comfortable, thanks to soft leather, a small platform, and an adjustable web strap (it’s also 50% off).
👟 Under $100: Go for fresh white tennis shoes with Vionic’s court sneaker that’s top-rated by 200+ five-star reviews.
👟 Under $150: Get ready to hear compliments when you wear Clarks’ newly dropped floral wedge, available in black, white, or red.
👟 Under $250: This newly released wedge espadrille from patricia green is worth the splurge, thanks to its chic nautical design and sporty grip sole.
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