Community Calendar
The deadline is Sunday at 11:59 p.m. to have all calendar items submitted for that week’s paper.
2nd & 4th Thursdays
Caregiver support
The Shepherd’s Center of Greater Winston-Salem in collaboration with the Alzheimer’s Association is pleased to offer a new Caregiver Support Group, conducted by a trained facilitator and providing a safe place for caregivers of people living with dementia to develop a support system, explore ways of coping, and learn about resources. The group meets on the second and fourth Thursday of each month, 10 -11:30 a.m., at The Shepherd’s Center (upper level), 1700 Ebert Street. For more information and to register, act.alz.org/NCmonthlyprograms or 800-272-3900.
2nd & 4th Saturdays
Cemetery Cleanup
Volunteers are needed at the Happy Hill Cemetery on the 2nd and 4th Saturday mornings from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. Wear sturdy shoes, bring gloves and any yard equipment you have. Ninth to 12th grade students are encouraged especially if you need service hours. LOCATION: 888 Willow Street at the intersection of Pitts and Willow Street off Free Street. Contact Mrs. Maurice Johnson at 336-978-2866 for more information.
Each Tuesday
Chair Yoga
Chair Yoga each Tuesday from 1:30-2:15 p.m. at Knollwood Baptist Church Wellness & Community Center, 330 Knollwood Street. No registration, no charge. Options make it accessible for all. For more information contact Gayle5088@gmail.com.
NOW – Aug. 11
Little Theatre summer camp
The Little Theatre of Winston-Salem will provide a “Summer of Wonder” this year with its 2023 Summer Camps. Between June and August, LTWS will offer six theatre camps for kids: Spamalot (Young @Part), Who?? Character Development, Made Up Story, Drama VS Comedy, Make A Scene, and Intro To Improv. All camps are open to the community, and previous acting experience is not required. Information and registration forms are available online at www.LTofWS.org or by calling 336-725-4001.
NOW – Aug. 29
Liberty Street Urban Farmers Market open
The Liberty Street Urban Farmer’s Market is now open. Hours will be from 2-4 p.m. on Tuesdays through Aug. 29, except Aug. 8 when the market will be closed. The market is at 1551 N. Liberty St. in Winston-Salem. The market provides a venue for urban farmers as well as other local vendors. The market has room for additional vendors. More information about the market, including an application for new vendors, is posted at CityofWS.org/LSM.
Aug. 3- Sept. 21
Parenting grandchildren sessions
Senior Services is offering Parenting a Second Time Around (PASTA), an eight-week study group for adults 55+ living in Forsyth County who are parenting their grandchildren or other minor relatives. These classes will help participants explore new options and opportunities, learn to overcome challenges as well as celebrate the joys of kinship caregiving. The group will meet Thursdays, Aug. 3–Sept. 21, from 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. at Senior Services, 2895 Shorefair Drive.
Aug. 14
Call for artists
Call for entries to hang art in a highly visible exhibit space in the “Salem Foyer’’ on the main floor of The Benton Convention Center. The AAWS Member exhibit walls are on the right-hand side of the Salem Foyer. The space is well-suited for very large 2D art, but all 2D work will be considered. The exhibit runs through the winter into spring but there is NO required theme at the Benton. Entries will be selected by a committee of AAWS jurors who will curate the show. Selections are limited to approximately 15-25 pieces depending on size. Entry deadline is Monday, August 14. For more information and submission guidelines, visit associatedartists.org.
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