Thrive in the second half of 2025 in Winston-Salem

It’s halftime, folks. What will the next six months look like for you?

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Imagine a small, intimate movie night under the sky.

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Just like Jon Bon Jovi, we’re halfway there. Woah.

At 12 p.m. on Wednesday, July 2, we’ll be at the exact midpoint between the start and end of 2025. And that got us thinking: How can we make the second 182.5 days better than the first?

Make friends | Whether you’re a born and bred Winstonian or a transplant, these social activities might soon become your new favorites, from language classes to pickleball clubs — we’ve got you covered.

Get active | Grab your sneakers and join a local run club — you might get some new friends on Strava and up your competition. Retired locals can also join these wellness activities.

Explore your city | Last but certainly not least, we love finding a new spot around town to refresh our routine + add some variation to our weekends. Luckily for you, our Restaurant Roundup is updated monthly with the buzziest new eateries in Winston-Salem.

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