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Event Spotlight
Bring the whole family for yard games, hands-on activities, and a scavenger hunt at Körner’s Folly this weekend. | Photo by Michael Blevins via Visit Winston-Salem
Make your mark at Kernersville’s 3rd Annual Community Day tomorrow, Saturday, April 11, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Bring an item to leave in the time capsule that’ll be sealed and opened in 50 years. That’s in 2076 — can you believe it? The event will celebrate Körner’s Folly’s 146th birthday, Kernersville’s 155 years of history, and America’s 250th birthday.
The object must be no larger than 4 inches x 4 inches x 1 inch and weigh no more than 8 ounces. Think — a piece of paper, a mini photo frame, or a small piece of art. Each item should include an answer to one of these prompts in a written reflection (250 words max). Some written reflections may be digitally archived if there’s no space left in the time capsule.
Admission is free for Kernersville residents. Tickets for non-residents cost $14 plus tax.
Events
Events
Friday, April 10
Phuzz Phest 2026 | Friday, April 10-Saturday, April 11 | 3 p.m.-12 a.m. | Downtown Winston-Salem | $56+
The 5th annual SummerLark benefit concert promises to bring an evening of music and hope to Bailey Park. | Photo provided by Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist
SummerLark is bringing some big names to the stage this year: headliner The Fray plus an opening act by Doug Davis and Radio Silence.
One of the highlights of the spring concert season, SummerLark supports the Cancer Patient Support Program which provides counseling, financial assistance + other services to local cancer patients and their families.
This year’s event on Saturday, May 9 will include food trucks and a fireworks finale. Grab tickets now, prices increase on April 25.
The Jugo Bar is opening a brick-and-mortar at 411 W. 4th St. in downtown Winston-Salem. The juice and smoothie bar will celebrate its opening date on Friday, May 1, at 6 p.m. Editor Kellina recommends trying the “Kale Yeah!” or the “Pineapple Turmeric Ginger” juices.
Community
Forsyth County Manager Shontell Robinson will lead a community session sharing how the county invests taxpayers’ dollars, what’s at stake, and access to tax relief resources for residents. The virtual session starts at 6 p.m. today, April 10.
Edu
Salem Academy and College has a new leader. Dr. Jill Fleuriet was selected as the next president after Dr. Summer McGee stepped down from the role in 2025. Dr. Fleuriet served as the vice provost for an honor program at The University of Texas at San Antonio.
Announced
These four astronauts set a new distance record on the Artemis II mission, traveling farther than the crew of Apollo 13 did in 1970. The crew is expected to return to Earth today, April 10, at 11:07 p.m ET. There’s no need for a rocket ship to vibe out under the stars at Kaleideum After Dark tomorrow, April 11, at 6:30 p.m.
Civic
Bulky item pickup in the Town of Lewisville starts on Monday, April 13, at 6 a.m. Prep your items and read up on collection guidelines for a smooth collection process.
Sports
Don’t get yourself in a pickle this National Pickleball Month without a place to play. Whether you’re new to the sport or chasing your next open play session, head to one (or all) of these Twin City spots.
Learn
When money gets tight and prices keep climbing, cutting back can feel overwhelming. The good news? You don’t have to do everything at once. Start with this list of money-saving strategies and pick one or two to begin. Even small changes can make a meaningful difference.*
Pro Tip
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More celebrations are happening this weekend. Watch internationally recognized pianist Barbara Lister-Sink perform a solo recital at a public gala, honoring 40 years of her leadership and legacy in the art industry. The gala takes place today, April 10, at 6 p.m.
Start the tour with the “Shaped by Fire – 50 Years of a Musician’s Art” featured exhibit, followed by the recital at 7:30 p.m. and a reception to end the night. All activities will take place in the Elberson Fine Arts Center at Salem Academy and College. The event is free and open to the public.
If you’d like to explore Lister-Sink’s art, you can browse and purchase her work online through Artfolio.
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If I could write some words of wisdom to be open 50 years later, my message would be this:
“Always be curious. Just because it has been done for a long time doesn’t mean it’s right. Bend the rule whenever possible, push the boundaries, because on the other side of the unknown is the excitement of what is to come. Live on the skinny branches because that’s where the growth comes. Oh, and do we have flying cars yet? Road traffic is not great down here.”
What would you live in the time capsule? Hit reply and let me know.
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