🌭 Hot Diggity Dog
July 15 is National Hot Dog Day! To celebrate, we’ve rounded up the most iconic spots in Winston-Salem and beyond to grab a great dog.
P.B.’s Takeout
P.B.’s Takeout | 1412 S Hawthorne Rd | Buttered and grilled hot dog buns — what else needs to be said? Make sure to bring cash!
Hot Dog City | 2300 N Patterson Ave | In addition to serving up all-beef hot dogs, Hot Dog City’s surprisingly large menu includes burgers, quesadillas, wraps, wings, ice cream, and even boba tea!
Kermit’s Hot Dog House | 2220 Thomasville Rd | This Winston-Salem staple opened in 1966 and has been featured in Our State and USA Today! Note: Kermit’s is temporarily closed until July 23.
Pulliams Hotdogs & BBQ | 4400 Old Walkertown Rd | By far the oldest establishment on this list, Pulliams’ has been slinging hot dogs since 1910.
Doss’ Old Fashion Ice Cream | 406 N Main St, Kernersville | Grab a footlong dog and a milkshake at this vintage, family-run restaurant. Take a picture with the quirky clown doll decorations!
⚾️ The Dash are back home next week facing the Greensboro Grasshoppers. Here's why you should go:
Tuesday, July 21: $1 hot dogs on Dollar Dog Tuesday
Thursday, July 23: Dashshunds Night, bring your wiener dog to Truist Stadium
Friday, July 24: The Carolina Reapers return to the field + a live entertainment acrobatic performance you don't want to miss
Saturday, July 25: Soccer Night brings World Cup energy to the ball park
Sunday, July 26: Princess Day invites little royals to meet their favorite princesses. Special ticket package includes a pre-game tea party
Purchase your tickets in advance and save.*
🗓 Events
Thursday, July 16
Evening in the Atrium - “America's Got Talent" finalist DaShawn Hickman takes the stage at 500 W 5th, plus complimentary bites from Twisted Pine. 5-7 PM*
Storybook Studio - Kids meet picture book illustrators, listen to a read-aloud, and make their own craft — all inspired by Sawtooth's newest exhibit, "Beyond the Page." Free to attend. 10 AM
Friday, July 17
Jewelry Trunk Show - Art you can wear. The Elizabeth Locke Jewels Trunk Show comes to Windsor Jewelers. Explore an expanded collection of her distinctive handmade pieces, crafted in lustrous 19 karat gold. 10 AM - 6 PM*
Restaurant Pop-Up - Mooney’s brings the famous Jezebel pita, falafel, and baklava gelato to Krankies! Runs through Saturday.
Art Crush - 35+ creatives take over the Arts District for a block party packed with live music and hands-on fun for all ages. 7-10 PM
Used Book Sale - Find your next favorite read at Bookmarks’ annual sale, held at the former Piedmont Music Center. Runs through Sunday.
Wine Pairing - Date night idea. Enjoy four wines paired with hors d'oeuvres at Robert Hall. 6 PM
Night Market - Shop local artisans and makers, listen to live music, and grab a drink from Incendiary Brewing. 5-9 PM
Beyoncé Tribute Show - “I can see your halo.” Go on a musical journey through Beyoncé's biggest hits at Bar Nola! 8 PM
Saturday, July 18
Beat the Heat 5K - Run in this popular evening race at the Fairgrounds and celebrate your finish with free pizza, subs, and beer! 6 PM*
The Big Chill - Try dozens of homemade ice cream flavors at The Shalom Project's biggest fundraiser of the year at Knollwood Baptist Church. 1-4 PM
Speed Friending - Meet new people through quick, low-pressure conversations hosted by Saya from Mac & Cheese Productions. 6 PM
Night of Destruction - Don’t miss monster truck car-crushing and a demolition derby at Bowman Gray Stadium! 8 PM
🗞 Other News
📣 Local Biz: Meet Turnstone Video Agency (formerly Twin City Media) — the video team behind some of the area's most recognizable brand stories, from Forsyth Tech to United Way. For 13 years, they've helped businesses turn video into results: engaging audiences, building trust, and driving action. Have a project in mind? Reach out!*
🏓 Opening: A full week of free pickleball?? That's how Dill Dinkers celebrates its soft opening at 3208 Silas Creek Parkway this Thursday! The indoor club features 10 reservation-based courts, open to members and non-members alike.
📅 Save the Date: Our next Dinner Club is July 23! Get paired with 5 fellow readers of “The Go-To” and connect over dinner at a local restaurant. We sold out, but added more spots! Don’t wait to grab your tickets — there are only 5 left.
🌼 Civic: Five new 12-foot dandelion sculptures are coming to town, and you get to vote on where they go! They’re funded by the same bond referendum behind the dandelions along Salem Parkway.
🎬 Film: This Friday brings a lineup of 3 classic outdoor movie screenings! Catch “Back to the Future” at Bailey Park, “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off” at Wise Man Brewing, or “Grease” at Harmon Park.
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Living Room: Limewash your fireplace, add a pop of color to your built-ins, or give the whole room a paint update.
Cabinets: Painting or refinishing cabinets is an easy way to get a clean, modern look without a full remodel.
Baths: Say goodbye to that outdated yellow powder bath and bring it into this decade.
Hallways & Staircase: A fresh coat of paint, a bold accent wall, or a new staircase color can completely transform the space.
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👀 Poll results: Do you know how to skateboard?
Yes - 7%
Yes, but not well - 16%
No, but I want to learn - 7%
No, that’s not for me - 70%
Von G. selected 'Yes, but not well’ and shared, “Can't actually say how well, or if I can skateboard now. But 45 years ago I was fairly good.”
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Upcoming Events
Move Better, Feel Better - Understand your pain, mobility limitations, or balance concerns during a free 20-minute screening with Personalized Physical Therapy and Wellness on July 21.
Junior League Recruitment Event - Meet current members and learn how they volunteer, train together, and tackle local causes at Medaloni Cellars on July 26.
🌀 The Wrap
🔎 Team member Christy is excited to check out NCMA Winston-Salem Downtown and Dill Dinkers this week! We love seeing how our city keeps growing.
🍦 Guide of the Week: Ice Cream Shops because National Ice Cream Day is this Sunday!
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