A MESSAGE FROM ICON CUSTOM BUILDERS
👀 Exclusive House Tour
This isn't just a remodel. It's a complete transformation. Step inside this newly remodeled ICON Custom Builders home in Winston-Salem this Saturday (April 18) during the Tour of Fine Spaces.
What to Expect: Walk through every space, meet the ICON team, and hear the story behind the renovation.
🗓️ Saturday, April 18 during the Tour of Fine Spaces
🎟️ Secure your tickets
The Transformation: ICON completely reimagined this home from the inside out:
A brand-new kitchen
Refreshed living and office spaces
An updated powder bath
A finished basement
1,000 square feet of added living space, including a stunning primary suite and screened-in porch
Come get inspired by what your home could become.
🏁 Welcome to the Madhouse
Bowman Gray Stadium’s 2026 racing season kicks off this Saturday!
Photo courtesy of Bowman Gray Stadium Racing
What: Known as “The Madhouse,” Bowman Gray is NASCAR’s first and longest-running weekly track. The stadium has hosted races since 1937, nearly 90 years!
Why Go? Experience a Winston-Salem tradition for yourself! One IG follower said, “Been a few times, and there’s nothing like it.”
Recent Changes: NASCAR became the manager of Bowman Gray’s racing operations in 2024. It has held its Cup Series season opener, The Clash, at the stadium for the past two years.
Price: Adults are $15, ages 6-11 are $2, and those under 5 are free! New this year are season tickets, with savings of over 25%.
When: Every Saturday at 8 PM through August 22.
⚾️ The Dash are home this week with some heavy hitters in the theme night lineup, not to mention perfect baseball weather!
Thursday, April 16: Classic Thirsty Thursday $2 drafts, plus Pups in the Park, and yes, your dog can run the bases!
Friday, April 17: It’s Grateful Dead Night! Arrive early for live music from the Grateful Dudes NC and snag a limited-edition poster (only 750 available)!
Saturday, April 18: Princess Night takes over the ballpark with royal photo ops and horse & carriage rides from 5:30–7:30.
They're playing the Asheville Tourists through Sunday, April 19! Grab your single-game tickets!*
🗓 Events
Saturday, April 18
RiverRun International Film Festival - Don’t miss 170+ narratives, documentaries, and shorts from established and emerging filmmakers across the Triad! Screenings through April 25.*
Spring Festival - Take advantage of exclusive discounts on new spring and garden decor and enter gift card drawings at Your Home Marketplace! 9 AM - 6 PM*
Tour of Fine Spaces - House tour! Explore recently renovated and newly built homes in Forsyth County on a self-guided tour. Proceeds help The Junior League of Winston-Salem advance women’s leadership. 10 AM - 4 PM*
Community Art - Help paint a mural at the Jerry Long Family YMCA! All skill levels welcome, supplies provided. Can’t make it? There’s another painting session next Sunday! 10 AM - 2 PM
Pregnant in the Piedmont - Discover resources for pregnancy, birth, and early childhood at Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center. Hosted by Piedmont Doulas. 12-4 PM
Vintage Market - Shop for handmade goods and vintage clothing from 45+ local vendors at Körner’s Folly. Pair your visit with a tour of the historic home. 9 AM - 3 PM
Trellis Hope Run - Race at Bailey Park and enjoy food trucks, live music, and Kaleideum’s Kids Zone! Proceeds and donations support Trellis Supportive Care. Races start at 9 AM.
Sunday, April 19
DIY Workshop - Make a custom essential oil blend with Shasta’s Treasures at Mothership Studios! 5 PM
Earth Day Birthday - Celebrate 3 years of Crossnore’s Thomas Memorial Trail with a scavenger hunt for kids, kite flying, and free ice cream. 2-4 PM
Pet Adoption Fair - Puppies & beer; does it get any better? Meet adoptable dogs from the Haley Graves Foundation at Tucker’s Tap Yard! 1-4 PM
Cars & Coffee - Admire a lineup of cars and connect with fellow enthusiasts at Wise Man Brewing! 10 AM - 2 PM
Monday, April 20
Local Film - RiverRun presents “The Dwellers” at Hanesbrands Theatre! This documentary follows 8 housing-challenged attendees of a local church called The Dwelling. 5 PM
🗞 Other News
🏠 Home: Your dream home might already be on the market! Maybe this historic West End home or this natural-light-filled Ardmore charmer? An experienced LRB agent makes sure you're first in line when the right one appears.*
🗓️ Save the Date: Feeling bored of your home office? Stop by Flywheel Coworking’s Community Day on April 22 for a light lunch, a tour, and a free day of coworking! See how Flywheel can help you work better!*
🗣 Announced: Face to Face Speaker Forum revealed its Season 6 lineup, featuring “Wicked” star Cynthia Erivo and “The Office” producer Michael Schur. Season tickets are on sale now, while individual tickets go on sale August 3.
🏠 Housing: The story of Crystal Towers continues... Housing nonprofit ANCHOR offered to buy the high rise for $1 with plans to redevelop the building into mixed-income affordable housing. The WS public housing authority has said it’s not for sale, but they’ll review the offer in an advisory committee meeting next week. We’ll update you with their decision. (WFDD)
🍔 Coming Soon: The mystery at 5076 Styers Ferry Road in Lewisville is solved. A counter-service restaurant called Shakeburger opens there this June! On the menu: burgers, hot dogs, barbecue, milkshakes, and ice cream. (Business Debut)
📺 On TV: Winston-Salem was featured on Jeopardy last night! “Winston-Salem, North Carolina has the last gas station shaped like this, also the name of an oil company.” The answer: What is Shell? Built in 1930, the Shell gas station at 1111 E Sprague Street was registered as a historical landmark in 1994.
💲 Did you file your taxes on time or file an extension?
👀 Poll results: Do you work through lunch?
Yes - 65%
No - 35%
Diane P. works through lunch and shared, “Usually have a meeting or take that time to catch up.”
SPONSORED
Upcoming Events
Anniversary Bash - Celebrate 50 years of Cricket’s Nest on April 25 with hands-on craft demonstrations and the chance to meet the local artisans behind every creation.
Garden Tour - Experience Winston-Salem’s most inspiring private gardens on April 25! Proceeds fund community grants awarded by the Garden Club Council.
“Protected Us From All Harm” - Discover the impact of the American Revolutionary War on Moravian settlements through living history, a panel discussion, and a reenactment of the first peace celebration at Historic Bethabara Park on April 25.
Wine Women & Shoes - Sip, shop, and savor an evening out at Legacy Stables & Events on April 30! Proceeds benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Piedmont Triad.
🌀 The Wrap
👀 Team member Christy stopped by Chronic Guru today, now open in the former Tate’s space. Soft opening kicks off tonight. Stay tuned for an upcoming post.
THANK YOU TO OUR PARTNERS
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