🌳 A Tour of Tanglewood
Most people know Tanglewood Park for the Festival of Lights, but for the other 10 months of the year, this 1,100-acre gem in Clemmons is one of the best parks in the area. Use our guide to plan your next trip!
Tanglewood Park | Photo by Jason Tarr
Here's what's actually inside:
Backstory: Before it was a park, Tanglewood was the private estate of William Neal Reynolds, brother of R.J. Reynolds. When he died in 1951, he left the whole property to Forsyth County as a public park.
On the Water: Take a pedal boat out on Mallard Lake, fish at Skilpot Lake (kids under 12 fish free!), or cool off at the Aquatic Center, which has a main pool, a splash pad, and a winding lazy river.
On a Horse: Tanglewood Stables offers guided trail rides (ages 6+), pony rides, riding lessons, and hayrides for up to 25 people — including seasonal themed rides like the pumpkin patch hayride. Call (336) 766-9540 to book; cash or check only.
On a Trail: There's a 3.16-mile paved multi-use trail, 2 nature trail loops, mountain bike trails for beginner to advanced riders, and a BMX track.
On the Playground: Two spots to let kids explore: one near Mallard Lake (shaded) and a newly rebuilt one by Shelter #4. Don't skip the historic train next to the Aquatic Center (a kid favorite).
On the Green (and Court): Tanglewood covers all the bases with golf courses, tennis courts, family-friendly Softgolf, and a state-of-the-art disc golf area opening late summer 2026.
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🗓 Events
Tuesday, June 16
Baseball - Cheer on the Dash as they play the Greensboro Grasshoppers. Theme highlights include the Carolina Reapers rebrand, ‘90s Country Night, and Father’s Day! Daily games through Sunday.
Free Stroller Workout - Join Fit4Mom Piedmont for a workout class designed for moms at Liberty Plaza. 9:30 AM
Wednesday, June 17
Jump Into Romance - Learn about popular and emerging romance authors from Bookmarks’ staff, plus bedazzle a book of your choosing! 4 PM
Wine Tasting - Try various wines with a rep from American Premium Beverage at Mat’s Place! Don’t sleep on the bar snacks. 6 PM
Speed Dating - Meet your match at Game On Brewpub, hosted by Jared & Katie from 107.5 KZL! Groups for ages 21-35 or 30-49. 6 PM
DIY 4th of July - Create a themed door hanger with Coco’s Art Lounge at Ciener Botanical Garden. 6 PM
Kids World Cup - Kids take on soccer challenges, make a recycled soccer ball, and design their own flag at Kaleideum! 2 PM
Thursday, June 18
Song & Story - Discover the legacy of 7 African queens, presented by Piedmont Opera. 7:30 PM
Mahjong 102 - Level up your game with Camel City Mahjong at Chick-fil-A Peace Haven! 9:30 AM
Live Band Karaoke - Join Whiskey Mic on stage at Village Square Tap House! 7 PM
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🗞 Other News
🎉 It’s Back: Local Roots Coffee Shop reopened in a mobile shop permanently parked at 104 Harmon Lane in Kernersville, just a few months after closing its brick-and-mortar due to rising operating costs. Their summer menu looks amazing — we’re eyeing the Blueberry French Toast.
✏️ Education: WS/FCS will move students from The Special Children's School to Ward Elementary starting in the 2027–28 school year. The decision will save the district money since The Special Children's School building is leased. (WFDD)
🚣♀️ Activity: Kayaking is back at Salem Lake! You can rent single and tandem kayaks for $4 per hour through the end of September. Check out team member Stevie’s kayaking adventure!
🏀 Save the Date: Modern Hope Autism Center hosts a free Basketball Drill Day on July 11 at Hanes Hosiery Recreation Center! Kids ages 3–10 with special needs will learn basketball drills, movement, and teamwork.
✈️ Aviation: JetZero broke ground today on a $4.7 billion aerospace manufacturing facility at Piedmont Triad International Airport. The facility will produce the Z4 — a fuel-efficient, all-wing commercial aircraft — and bring more than 14,500 jobs to the region. (WXII)
🎖 Did You Know: Active-duty military personnel and their families can visit Kaleideum for free this summer as part of the Blue Star Museums program!
✉️ Snail Mail
Local author Virginia Evans just won the Women’s Prize for Fiction for “The Correspondent,” her debut novel told through an elderly woman’s letters. Feeling inspired to slow down and write one yourself? Meet the Sunday Letter Project.
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What: The Sunday Letter Project is a worldwide writing initiative with a simple premise: Every Sunday, write a letter to a family member, friend, or pen pal.
Pen Pal: Want to write to someone new? The Letter-Keeper network connects you with a pen pal without requiring you to share your home address — participating establishments receive and hold letters on your behalf. Good news: Athena Stationery and Cafe just joined the network.
Zoom Out: Analog activities like letter writing have grown in popularity as people look for ways to slow down and connect offline.
✉️ When was the last time you sent a handwritten letter?
👀 Poll results: What’s your favorite way to cool off?
Hitting the pool - 71%
Tubing down a river - 10%
Kayaking/canoeing - 3%
Visiting a waterfall or watering hole - 16%
Carolina B. prefers visiting a waterfall or watering hole and shared, “There’s nothing better than fresh, cold mountain water on a hot day! Plus, I can bring my dog to cool off, too!”
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Upcoming Events
Summer Social - Get ready for a full-on summer block party at 500 W 5th on June 20, featuring live music from Sonny Miles, a vendor market, yard games, and yes, even an ice cream truck.
🌀 The Wrap
🏒 The Carolina Hurricanes won the Stanley Cup, claiming their second championship in franchise history, 20 years after their 2006 title. Go Canes!
👔 Father’s Day is this Sunday, June 21. Team member Christy picked up a card for her husband at Athena Stationery & Cafe!
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