Winston-Salem Monthly ? August 2012

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Events @ The Children?s Museum. The Children?s Museum wraps up summer with a full slate of fun this month. Highlights include the fish-themed Ocean Commotion (Aug. 9), a princess-themed Pinkalicious Party (Aug 18), and a special Kickoff to Kindergarten Day (Aug 11), where all rising kindergarteners in Forsyth County are admitted free. Children?s Museum, 390 S. Liberty St. 336-723-9111. www.childrensmuseumofws.org.

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Annie Get Your Gun. Friday and Saturday 8 p.m. Sunday 2 p.m. Stained Glass Playhouse presents this rousing musical about sharpshooter Annie Oakley, star of the Wild West Show. $15, $10 students and seniors. Stained Glass Playhouse, 4401 Indiana Ave. 336-499-1010. www.stainedglassplayhouse.org.

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Bowman Gray Racing. 8 p.m. Experience ?Madhouse? racing at Bowman Gray Stadium throughout the summer. August highlights include a rare Friday race (Aug 3), a WHELEN Southern Modified Race (Aug 4), $1 Ladies Night (Aug 11), and a double-points night (Aug 18). $5?$12. 336-723-1819. www.bowmangrayracing.com.

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Cinema Under the Stars. Gates at 8 p.m. Films at 9 p.m. Each Friday in August, movies will be screened on the Reynolda House front lawn. Films include The Adventures of Robin Hood (Aug. 3), Raiders of the Lost Ark (Aug. 10), To Kill a Mockingbird (Aug. 17), Mr. Smith Goes to Washington (Aug. 24), and The Princess Bride (Aug. 31). $5. Beer and wine available for purchase; picnics welcomed. 336-758-5150. www.reynoldahouse.org.

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Wake Forest Women?s Football Clinic. 9 a.m.?noon. Held at BB&T Field., this annual football clinic invites ladies to eat, train, and have fun while learning from the WFU coaching staff, including head coach Jim Grobe. $40; proceeds go to the Coach?s Kids Program, which provides underprivileged kids with tickets to Wake sporting events. Reservations limited; call 336-758-3874 to reserve a spot. www.wakeforestsports.com.

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Old Salem Garden Workshops. Free gardening workshops will be presented this month by Old Salem Horticulture. Classes include Intro to Beekeeping (Aug. 4), Herbal First Aid (Aug. 9, 18), and Seed Saving (Aug. 23). For info on specific times for each workshop, call 336-721-7357 or go to www.oldsalem.org.

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Summer on Trade. 7?10 p.m. The Downtown Arts District comes alive each Saturday this summer with the region?s top rock, roots, and country acts. This month?s performers include West End Mambo (Aug. 4), Holy Ghost Tent Revival (Aug. 11), Possum Jenkins (Aug. 18), and Mike Bennett (Aug. 25).? Free to attend; food and beverages sold on site. www.dwsp.org/music.

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Foster Care & Adoption Open House. 5?6:30 p.m. The Children?s Home of Winston-Salem will host an informational open house for adults interested in foster care or adoption. The free event is designed so attendants come and go as they please. Children?s Home, 1001 Reynolda Rd. 336-721-7652. www.tchome.org.

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Bethabara Band Concert. 6?8:30 p.m. Bring the family, a blanket, and a picnic dinner to Bethabara Park for an evening with the Bethabara Concert Band. Wagon rides, children?s games, ice cream, and music from all eras highlight the nights. 2147 Bethabara Rd. 336-924-8191. www.bethabarapark.org.

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Concepts Choreography Intensive.? 8 p.m. Presented by Winston-Salem Festival Ballet, this collaboration brings together some of the top choreographers/dancers in the nation for an eclectic, cutting-edge showcase of original choreography. $15?$20. Hanesbrands Theatre, 209 N. Spruce St. 336-747-1414. www.rhodesartscenter.org.

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Carolina Summer Music Festival. This fifth-annual event will feature more than 20 Triad musicians performing seven programs of intimate chamber and jazz music all across town. Venues include Old Salem, Reynolda House, Krankies, and Jon Kuhn?s Studio. For specific info on concerts and tickets, call 800-441-5305 or go to www.carolinasummermusicfestival.org.

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Meridian?s Seafood Festival. Noon?10 p.m. Meridian Restaurant?s fifth annual Seafood Festival will feature fresh seafood, local bands, beer from Foothills, and a variety of raffles/giveaways. Admission is $5, $5 plates of food and raffle. 336-722-8889. Meridian, 411 S. Marshall St. www.meridianws.com.

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Mission 5K. 8 a.m. This new 5K event will be held along the Downtown Strollway. 100 percent of the proceeds will be split between two charity organizations: The Winston-Salem Rescue Mission and Fleet Feet?s charity, Mission: Feet First. To register, call 336-722-8477 or go to www.fleetfeetwinston-salem.com/mission5k.

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Twin City Taps Beer Festival. Noon?6 p.m. Held at BB&T Ballpark, this second-annual event will feature craft beer selections from breweries across the state. $35 general admission; $60 VIP tickets (includes food and beverages in the Womble Carlyle Club). Purchase tickets at the ballpark gate or by calling 336-714-2287. www.twincitytaps.com.

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Community Day @ SECCA & Project Pearl Adoption Fair. Noon?5 p.m. Geared toward families, SECCA?s Community Day lets guests explore the museum grounds while making a piece of art (in this case, they?ll create a mixed-media modification using paper). Project Pearl will also be hosting an animal adoption and education fair on site. Free. SECCA, 750 Marguerite Drive. 336-725-1904. www.secca.org.

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Winston-Salem Gun Show. Saturday, 9 a.m.?5 p.m. Sunday, 10 a.m.?5 p.m. C&E Gun Shows Inc. is dedicated to producing the most professional, safe, and ethical gun shows in the country. $8; children under 12 free. LJVM Education Building. www.cegunshows.com.

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Carolina Weddings Show. 11 a.m.?4 p.m. The Piedmont?s longest-running bridal show brings the region?s top wedding vendors together under one roof: caterers, bakeries, photographers, fashion experts, and more. $5. Benton Convention Center, 301 W. Fifth St. 336-545-1970. www.33bride.com.

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Downtown Jazz. 6?9 p.m. These summertime concerts in Corpening Plaza feature smooth jazz spread across a half-dozen Friday nights. This month?s performers include Avery Sunshine, an amazing jazz vocalist from Atlanta (Aug. 10) and Brian Lenair, a talented saxophonist from Washington, D.C. (Aug. 24). Food and drink vendors will be on hand. www.dwsp.org/music.

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Starlight Movie Night. 8:30 p.m. Bring your lawn chairs out to Shallowford Square in Lewisville for a free movie under the stars. The August screening will be Disney?s 2010 animated hit Tangled. Concessions are available. 6550 Shallowford Rd. 336-945-5558. www.lewisvillenc.net.

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Salem Band Concerts. 7:30 p.m. The Salem Band will wrap up their summer concert season with this special ?conductor?s choice? concert Old Salem?s Salem Square. Guests are encouraged to bring a blanket or lawn chair. August 28 will be reserved as a rain date. Free. www.salemband.org.

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Carolina Regional SVT Cobra, Mustang, and all Ford Show. Join the SCMC and Parkway Ford for the annual Carolina Regional SVT Cobra, Shelby, Boss, Mustang, and all Ford Show. Pro-Dyno will be there to tune your car while music, games for kids, and more than 200 Mustangs will highlight the event. Parkway Ford, 2104 Peters Creek Pkwy. 336-724-5921. www.parkwayford.com.

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Winston-Salem Open. The second-annual Winston-Salem Open will feature marquee players such as Andy Roddick, James Blake, Donald Young, and Triad native John Isner. Matches are held at the WFU Tennis Center, adjacent to BB&T Field. To purchase tickets, call 336-758-6409 or go to www.winstonsalemopen.com.

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Hanesbrands Sample Sale. Hanesbrands? annual Sample Sale will feature merchandise marked up to 65 percent off. Brands include Hanes, Champion, Playtex, and Wonderbra. The sale starts at 8 a.m. each day and lasts until the afternoon (closing hours vary). Free. LJVM Education Building, 2825 University Pkwy. www.ljvm.com.

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Tour @ SECCA. 7 p.m. SECCA Curator Steven Matijcio will lead this insightful walk-through tour of Paperless, discussing the show?s artworks and sharing background into the construction of the exhibit. Free. 750 Marguerite Drive. 336-725-1904. www.secca.org.

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Old Salem: War of 1812 Celebration. 9:30?4:30 p.m. To commemorate the 200th Anniversary of the War of 1812, Old Salem will have a full day of special activities. Highlights include special music, games on the square, musket firings, a parade, and much more. All-in-One ticket required; free to Friends of Old Salem. 336-721-7300. www.oldsalem.org.

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Kernersville Honeybee Festival. 10 a.m.?6 p.m. Kernersville?s Fourth of July Park will hold a free festival featuring crafts, food, live music, and bee-themed activities. Entertainment includes the Chris Lane Band (11:30 a.m.), Shaggie Maggie (1:45 p.m.), and Divided by Four (4 p.m.). 702 W. Mountain St. www.toknc.com.

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Winston-Salem Air Show. Normally held in September, the state?s biggest air show is moving to August this year. Highlights include aerial acts, aviation displays, children?s activities, live music, food/drink vendors, and more. Advance tickets are $12 (Available at Lowes Food.) Door tickets are $20. Discounts for seniors and military personnel available. Children admitted free. Smith Reynolds Airport. 336-767-2832. www.wsairshow.com.

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Dash Regular Season Finale. 7 p.m. The hometown Dash will wrap up the 2012 season at BB&T Ballpark with a matchup against the Lynchburg Hillcats. A season-finale celebration and post-game fireworks highlight the night.? $7?$9. 336-714-BATS. www.wsdash.com.

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