🍓 Strawberry Season
There’s nothing like freshly picked strawberries! Head to these local farms for U-pick or pre-picked strawberries.
Disclaimer: Some farms may change their hours or close due to weather conditions or strawberry availability. Check each farm’s Facebook page or call ahead to confirm their hours!
Ingram’s Family Farm | 6121 Riverdale Dr, High Point | Pre-pick available now; U-pick opening soon | Good to know: Ingram’s only accepts cash!
Armstrong Artisan Farm | 1499 Brook Cove Rd, Walnut Cove | Pre-pick and U-pick available | Bonus: The farm also has hayrides, playgrounds, and more!
Robertson Family Farm | 439 Hartgrove Road, King | Pre-pick and U-pick available | Save the Date: Celebrate Mother’s Day with local vendors and food trucks on May 9.
Freedom House | 6434 US-158, Summerfield | Pre-pick and U-pick available | Good to know: The strawberry farm supports this nonprofit’s mission of providing long-term addiction recovery to mothers.
New Castle Farm | 2812 Clingman Rd, Ronda | Pre-pick available; U-pick opening soon | Save the date: Their Strawberry Jam Vendor Event is May 9!
Sundance Farms | 717 Community Rd, Lexington | Pre-pick and U-pick available | Note: They’re excited to be back after not offering strawberries last year.
🏠 Whether it's a single space renovation or a major home transformation, ICON is here to bring your vision to life!
Single Space: Updated this primary bathroom in Buena Vista by reimagining the layout, making it both beautiful and functional for these young homeowners.
Multiple Spaces: Fully renovated the kitchen and transformed three spaces into a large primary suite in a historic West End home.
Whole House: Built a 3-story addition off the back of the home, expanded the kitchen to maximize entertaining space, and even added an elevator.*
🗓 Events
Thursday, April 23
Book Nook - Build a mini LEGO bookshelf scene at Kernersville Bricks & Minifigs to celebrate World Book Day! All ages welcome. 10 AM - 8 PM
Glass Blowing - Learn the basics of glass blowing and make unique blown glass ornaments at Hammer & Stain. 7 PM
Friday, April 24
Park Hangs - Catch Blue Cactus at Bailey Park in NCMA's reimagined House Hangs series, complete with food, drinks, and chill vibes. 5-8 PM
Stem & Shop - Create a custom bouquet and enjoy after-hours shopping at LoveWell Boutique. Perfect for a girls’ night out. 4-6 PM
Movie Night - You’re killing me, Smalls. Watch “The Sandlot” at Truist Stadium for free! Registration required. Concession sales benefit WSFCS All In For Our Schools. 7 PM
Crate Dig & Chill - Buy, sell, and trade records while listening to a live vinyl set at The CMPND. 6-10 PM
Murder Mystery - Solve a 1940s-themed mystery at Incendiary Brewing in Lewisville! 7 PM
Saturday, April 25
Anniversary Bash - Celebrate 50 years of Cricket’s Nest with hands-on craft demonstrations and the chance to meet the local artisans behind every creation. 1-4 PM*
Garden Tour - Experience Winston-Salem’s most inspiring private gardens! Proceeds fund community grants awarded by the Garden Club Council. 10 AM - 4 PM*
“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. 10:30 AM - 4:30 PM*
Frühlingsfest - Celebrate spring with food trucks, live music, and facepainting at Wise Man Brewing. 8 AM - Midnight
Silent Disco - The Ramkat and Winston-Salem EDM team up for the ultimate (silent) dance party! 8 PM
Tent Sale - Time to stock up. Shop wine cases up to 60% off and craft beer 50% off at City Beverage. 9 AM - 6 PM
🗞 Other News
🗓️ Event: It's back for its 15th year! Clemmons Community Day returns April 25 to Jerry Long Family YMCA for the biggest, most action-packed community celebration around. Be sure to stop by the YMCA tent where your kids can battle it out in gaga ball, tug-of-war, disc golf, and an obstacle course.*
🗳 Vote: Help name an island! Piedmont Land Conservancy and Yadkin Riverkeeper teamed up to protect two islands on the Yadkin River, with campsites coming soon. Cast your vote by April 30!
🐶 Support: Run or walk with your pups in the Mutt Strut this Saturday at Tanglewood Park! Every dollar raised helps Forsyth Humane Society provide shelter, healing, and forever homes for animals in our community.
🎉 Now Open: Mr. Poke just opened at 507 Nelson Street in Kernersville, bringing signature and fully customizable bowls to the neighborhood. They're in their soft opening phase, so check Facebook for this week's hours!
📅 Save the Date: Opa! The Winston-Salem Greek Festival is back May 15-17 at Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church. Don’t miss your chance to feast on authentic Greek food, catch traditional dance performances, and tour the stunning church building.
🍊 Squeeze the Day
The Jugo Bar is bringing fresh juices to downtown starting May 1!
What: A juice bar created by local William Fulton serving cold-pressed juices, smoothies, smoothie bowls, mushroom coffee, and rooibos tea! This will be his third location in NC.
Backstory: Fulton was inspired to start The Jugo Bar by his travels abroad, where food was made without “junk.” He began selling his juices at farmers markets in 2019 before opening up his first storefront in 2022!
Fun Fact: Fulton has already been making the juices in a commercial kitchen located in the new spot’s basement for years! He told our team opening this location is “truly a dream come true.”
Details: Opens next Friday at 411 W. 4th Street, the former home of Bitty & Beau’s.
👀 Poll results: What’s your favorite building in Winston-Salem’s skyline?
Wells Fargo Center - 13%
Truliant Tower (Winston Tower) - 14%
Reynolds Building - 69%
Other - 4%
Bruce H. picked the Reynolds Building and shared, “Iconic. A study of the Empire State Building erected right here in the Camel City.”
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Upcoming Events
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.
Johnny Loves Johann - Bach, reimagined. Experience the music of Bach performed by a GRAMMY-winning violinist alongside a breathtaking dance performance on May 1-3 at Agnes de Mille Theatre.
🌀 The Wrap
👩 Guide of the Week: Mom Groups
💙 We are still mourning yesterday’s tragedy at Leinbach Park. Read the statement made by our founder, Christy.







