Lara's Favorite Things opens at 815 Burke Street

Lara's has a great variety of her Favorite Things

A nice slection of clothes at a great price

A "Practically Yours" section - you can wear the clothes and then return them and Lara's will take care of the dry cleaning and you do not have to worry about a big price for you next big event.

Owner Lara Carpenter

And convenient parking right across the street. 

Check out their website and go visit them in person!

www.larasfavorites.com

You are invited!

Link to photos from Digital Forsyth Collection

Downtown Planking

So funny and fun.  I really enjoyed a new planking video about downtown Winston-Salem.  Here is a link to the site http://duelingbutterknives.blogspot.com/ - You really need to check it out if you have not already.  Thanks Sarah!

GoExpo 2011 - This Saturday

Saturday, October 1 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Benton Convention Center 301 West Fifth Street Downtown Winston-Salem FREE ADMISSION

Come to the Triad's largest sustainability exposition and learn how going green can help you save money and make money! Attend the Go Expo and see how!

Energy-saving green ideas for your home, office, commute, school, and garden.

Explore a sustainable house and sustainable office.

Exhibits of the latest sustainable products and services.

Test-drive fuel-sipping "green" cars.

See the electric vehicles coming soon to North Carolina!

Workshops and "Ask an Expert" kiosks.

DWSP Holds Fall Meeting - Tickets Now Available

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 4

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

Ticket includes lunch

GRAND PAVILION BALLROOM -

EMBASSY SUITES

460 N. CHERRY ST.

(PARKING AVAILABLE IN THE

CHERRY/ MARSHALL DECK

Fall Meeting will include a presentation about the revitalization of New Orleans

The Downtown Winston-Salem Partnership Fall Meeting, presented by Wake Forest Biotech Place, will be held on Friday, November 4 at the Grand Pavilion Ballroom of the Embassy Suites. The meeting starts at 11:30 AM, and your ticket includes lunch.

Fall Meeting 2011 Line Up...

You Don't Want To Miss It... Come learn about:

1. The significant reinvestment and revitalization efforts taking place in downtown New Orleans since Hurricane Katrina- with a special focus on the healthcare and creative innovation industries.

2. The new exciting $100M+ project in the heart of the PTRP North District- 'Wake Forest Biotech Place.' This project is going to greatly impact downtown- with the adaptive reuse of a former
RJ Reynolds facility into a 242,000 square foot state-of-the-art research facility with 400 jobs.

Kurt Weigle, PresidentCEO of New Orleans Downtown Development District
Keynote speaker

Also, Doug Edgeton, President of the Piedmont Triad Research Park, will be speaking about the opening of Wake Forest Biotech Place, the latest project at the Piedmont Triad Research Park.

Proudly sponsored by Wexford, Science and Technology
Developers of BioTech Place

With additonal support from Wells Fargo

Get your tickets on-line for $35 by clicking below

Cool book about Winston-Salem at Barnhill's

I saw this book today at Barnhill's Books Store in downtown Winston-Salem. 

You can see a preview of the book here.  http://www.blurb.com/books/1210733

Link to Barhnill's

Links about Helen Etters
http://communityartscafe.com/moodle/mod/resource/view.php?id=355

VOTE FOR THE OCTOBER MOVIES AT THE GREENSPOT

The fine folks behind the Movies on the Greenspot need your help.

This year, we want YOU to pick the movies. For each week, we've narrowed it down to 5 choices and then YOU vote for the one you want. Get friends in on the action so that YOUR choice wins!

These movies will play on the first four Sundays in October. Apollo 13 will be the 4th film since it was rained out in September.

Click here to vote!   http://apps.facebook.com/my-contests/ihhvrsk

Click here to go the Movies on the Greenspot Blog.  http://atthegreenspot.blogspot.com/

Screaming Rooster has new - $6 Lunch specials

 

301 Brookstown Avenue is the home of the Screaming Rooster

Water was brought in a nice mason jar. 

A good selection of lunch specials

Just another great night at the Garage in downtown Winston-Salem - Friday September 30th at 9PM - $7 Cover

Hard to believe you can come see this much great music in one night at the Garage, but on Friday night, September 30th, for only $7, you get 3 great bands to entertain you. 
From Austin, TX - The Monarchs - http://www.monarchsfamily.com/home/
Here is what a local Austin  blogger is saying about the band.  http://austinsurreal.blogspot.com/2011/07/monarchs-are-definitely-next-band-to.html

Check out this video for one of their songs titled "Date Night"

Monarchs - "Date Night" (music video) from Monarchs on Vimeo.

Lowry is also playing.  To learn more about them, here is a link to their wikipedia page as well as a video below - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lowry_(band)


And also Daniel Levi Goans, see webiste here http://daniellevigoans.com/
Cool Kickstarter video from Daniel Levi Goans - who will also be playing. 

Kickstarter Video from Daniel Levi Goans on Vimeo.

District Bar & Grille Ribbon Cutting Ceremony - Tomorrow, Tuesday Sept. 20th @ 11:00 AM

Come help us celebrate the opening of District Bar & Grille (770 Liberty View Ct.) tomorrow, Tuesday Sept. 20th @ 11:00 AM! It is our newest edition to the Arts District in downtown Winston-Salem.

We will get started around 11:00 AM and the actual Ribbon Cutting will take place on their covered outdoor patio - so no worries about the weather!

Mayor Allen Joines will be on hand to partner with Mark, Mason and Jared from the District Bar & Grille on cutting the ribbon to make it an official opening! This is a very exciting edition to downtown and the DWSP wants to officially welcome their new establishment and encourage patrons to try one of the many special menu items available!

We hope you will be able to join us tomorrow at 11:00 AM. Liberty View Ct. is located on Trade Street between 7th & 8th Streets, adjacent to Breakfast of Course.

See you downtown!

Fiesta 2011 comes to downtown Winston-Salem on Saturday, September 24th

Click on graphic to enlarge

Link for more information - http://www.hispanicleague.org/

Xia's making progress in Liberty Plaza Building on Liberty Street, just south of 3rd Street

Link to Winston-Salem Journal story from July 16, 2011 written by Fran Daniel

Interior construction taking place (photo taken on 9/18/2011)

In case you are trying to figure out where this is, it is taking place in the Liberty Plaza building just south of 3rd Street on Liberty.  The restaurant is on the east facing facade of the building and the entrance is from the north.  The space was previously occupied by the Register of Deeds.

Some sights and sounds from Rock the Block - 2011 - Just a few

King BMX puts on a great show at Rock the Block at the 8PM.  Here is a link to find out more about King BMX and future shows.  http://www.bmxbikestuntshows.com/


Start of the New Moonlight Madness 5K and Fun Run.  Click here to see the Race Results - http://www.bigfootrunning.com/Results/Detail/2248


Just one of the many great bands - Lions & Liars from Winston-Salem.  Link to the band's website - http://www.facebook.com/lionsliars?sk=info#!/lionsliars?sk=wall (sorry about the poor audio)




Wells Fargo Stagecoach was even on hand. 

Kings Crab Shack and Oyster Bar - Progress Update

You can see the improvements since last week (see link below).  TVs and Bar are installed here from a picture taken at Rock the Block.

Link to blog post from last week.

New Mural is completed at 6th and Liberty Streets by the POWAR Program

New Mural completed at 6th & Mural

For more information and previous post, click here -
http://downtownwinstonsalem.blogspot.com/2011/08/new-mural-at-6th-liberty.html

The 5th Biennial Historic West End 2011 Arts Fest

www.artsfestwinstonsalem.com



City of W-S 'Rock the Block' Street Closures for Friday Night 5K and Saturday Festival

Dear Business Owner/ Resident,

Rock the Block, downtown Winston-Salem’s annual street party is Friday and Saturday, September 16 and 17. Attached is information pertinent to residents and businesses in the footprint.

The Moonlight Madness 5k event, which serves as a the Rock the Block pre-party, will be based in Civic Plaza in front of One Park Vista. Runners will begin the race in front of the post office on Town Run Lane and will finish at the intersection of Third Street and One Park Vista Lane. Third, Second , and First Streets, Town Run Lane, Brookstown Avenue, Academy Street, Walnut Street, and Salem Avenue will be closed only during the time that runners are approaching and crossing the intersections. The first run of the evening begins at 7:30 and ends at approximately 7:50. The 5k run begins at 8:05pm and ends at 9:05pm.

All other activities on Friday night will be confined to Civic Plaza.
Saturday, Rock the Block occupies Fourth Street from Foothills Brewing to Liberty Street, Spruce Street to Second Street, Marshall Street from Second Street to Fifth Street, Fifth Street from Marshall to Cherry Street, and Cherry Street from Fourth to Third Street. Currently, there are notices on the On-street parking signs inside the area that say no parking will be allowed after 5pm. They should say 9pm. However, we will not tow vehicles left in the space unless they are there at 6am, Saturday17. Owners will be able to call City Link at 727-8000 to locate the vehicle.

Ed McNeal
City of Winston-Salem
Director, Marketing and Communications
336-747-7361

Arts on Sunday Series returns in October

Click on the graphic to enlarge

To learn more about Arts on Sunday, Click here http://www.theafasgroup.com/



Kings Crab Shack and Oyster Bar Update




Will Kingery overseeing interior construction at the future Kings Crab Shack and Oyster Bar (From Friday, September 9, 2011)

  You can see the outlining of the bar and the excavation that was required to install the drainage for the sinks and the shucking stations. We are looking forward to this new addition to downtown Winston-Salem some time in October 2011.

Link to previous post. http://downtownwinstonsalem.blogspot.com/2011/08/kings-crab-shack-oyster-bar-to-occupy.html

Maitreya Project Relic Tour - Coming to Inter-Section Gallery and Art Space on October 28

The Relic Tour, a unique and precious collection of more than 1000 sacred Buddhist relics will be at Inter-Section Gallery and Art Space, in downtown Winston Salem at 629 N. Trade Street on October 28th.  Lama Zopa Rinpoche, the spiritual Director of the Maitreya Project wants the collection to travel throughout the world to bring the blessings of the relics and the message of loving-kindness to people everywhere.  After the worldwide tour, the collection will be permanently displayed in the Heart Shrine of the completed Maitreya Buddha statue in Kushinagar.

If you would like more info, contact Kim Thore at strutter2b@aol.com

To learn more about this, click here http://www.maitreyaproject.org/en/relic/

A news report from the UK from September 2010 highlighting the Relic Tour

Video highlights innovative partnership of downtown Company

A DWSP member company headquartered in downtown Winston-Salem, Cavanaugh & Associates, P.A. , recently had one of their engineering projects featured on a YouTube video released by Google's Director of Carbon Offsets, Jolanka Nickerman.  The project is a partnership with Duke University and Duke Energy at the Loyd Ray Farms, a 9,000-head hog finishing operation northwest of Yadkinville, N.C.

(The North Carolina project is detailed about 2:20 into the short film.  The beginning of the film is worthwhile to watch due to the background info on Google's goals for their involvement)

Congratulations to Cavanaugh and Associates, Duke Energy, Duke University, Google, and Loyd Ray Farms.

2011 Rock the Block Set for Saturday, September 17 on Fourth Street

Winston-Salem’s biggest end-of-summer street party returns, from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 17, in downtown Winston-Salem. But wait, there is more…

This year, you can kick off the fun on Friday, Sept. 16 at 6:00 p.m. at Civic Plaza for a 5K run to benefit United Way. Not a runner? Come on out anyway, there will be food, drinks and a live band to enjoy.

On Saturday, we will have all the favorites back. The Kids Zone will again be in the Benton Convention Center. It will be on the main level, North Main Hall. All the inflatables will be back. Kids can play as much as they like for just $2. There will be an exciting new addition in the Kids Zone, a contemporary Christian stage with live bands hosted by WBFJ Radio. The concert is free.

Rock the Block will offer free music on four stages presenting Rock, Country, Bluegrass, Beach, Smooth Jazz and the very popular Rock This! teen battle of the bands.

The BMX Bike show, fire dancers, craft show, street performances and food and merchandise vendors will fill the streets once again.

Be sure to check out other details of the event by visiting www.rocktheblockws.com.

Bookmarks Festival Set for Saturday, September 10 In The Arts District

BOOKMARKS 2011 will take place Saturday, Sept. 10 from 10am- 5pm in the Arts District of downtown Winston-Salem (along Trade Street). This festival of Books is an annual free-to-the-public event that focuses on both youth and adult literacy. Novice writers and readers of all ages are inspired by and learn from authors, illustrators, storytellers and chefs through readings, workshops, panel discussions, cooking demonstrations, and creative and interactive activities for children and teens. In partnership with community organizations, BOOKMARKS Festival of Books features live entertainment, a variety of food vendors and reading-related exhibitors. Visit www.bookmarksnc.org for more info.

Next "Downtown University" Session -"Peer to Peer"- To Take Place On Sept. 13

We are hosting a very good "Peer to Peer" Session this coming Tuesday, September 13th from 6:30-8:00pm, for people who are interested in hearing from local business owners and managers who have been through the process of opening a business in downtown Winston-Salem. Speaking on the panel will be representatives from Skippy's Hotdogs, Downtown Dollar and ReTale. This session is the "Downtown 204" workshop as part of the Downtown University Series. "Downtown 204" is free, but registration is required. Call 354-1500 or email admin@dwsp.org to register.

Camino Bakery To Hold 'Grand Opening' Event Thursday Sept. 8 On Fourth Street

You are invited to attend the 'grand opening' of Camino Bakery, Café, and Wine bar! The grand opening is at 310B West Fourth Street in Downtown Winston-Salem on Thursday, September 8 from 7:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m.

They will be celebrating their grand opening with free samples of some of their most popular treats, wine tastings, live music from the Darnell Woodies and fire dancing by Exuro. Fourth Street between Cherry & Marshall Streets will be closed during this time.

Visit the Camino Bakery Facebook Page for more info.

Christopher’s 1776, An American Tavern

Christopher’s

1776

An American tavern

Well known local chef, Christopher Fulk, who opened Christopher’s New Global Cuisine seven years ago, announces the opening of Christopher’s 1776, An American Tavern. Chef Fulk has combined his intense passion for cuisine with his love of American History to offer the Triad a new unique dining experience featuring dishes that celebrate the foods and flavors of America. The menu revolves around the different regional and local cuisines of America while complimenting it with an American only Wine and Beer List. Both food and beverage are to be enjoyed inside a comfortable tavern setting or outside on a naturally shaded patio.

1776 serves dinner every Monday – Thursday 5 to 9 pm and every Friday and Saturday from 5 to 10 pm.

1776 also serves lunch every Friday from 11:30-2:00 pm with live music.

Live music will also be performed every Thursday evening and occasional other evenings.

712 Brookstown Ave

Winston-Salem, NC 27101

For more information:

(336) 724-1395

christophersinfo@gmail.com

www.christophers1776.com

CCC - Tour de Winston - October 23rd - 5k Walk

Tour de Winston

October 23, 2011

Walking together to set Winston-Salem apart.

Click here to learn all about this event

Piedmont Construction and Design Symposium - October 27th



Thursday, October 27th

Albert H. Anderson Conference Center at Winston-Salem State University

To learn all about this, click here http://www.golercdc.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=21&Itemid=22

Thursday, September 29th at 11:30 AM

Thursday, September 29th at 11:30 AM

at Aperture Cinema

Link to learn more about the movie

Also, just in case you were as fascinated as I was the first time you see the Millau Bridge, here is a link for more information.

Some Construction Photos

Finnigan's Wake expansion area is getting very close to being completed. 

Rooftop patio at District Bar and Grill looking good.  They are opning in a few weeks.

Arbor Investment Advisors under construction. 

Movies at the Greenspot Kick Off In Conjunction with First Friday Gallery Hop

The free outdoor film series, Movies at the Greenspot, returns for a third year starting on Friday, September 2. In collaboration with the Downtown Arts District Association, the kickoff film will be screened following the First Friday Gallery Hop. The film for this Friday will be Apollo 13- a tribute to our national heroes during this special DADA Labor Day Weekend Screening. The film will start after dark at “the Greenspot” lawn space, located at the corner of 6th & Liberty Streets.

Maximizing the cooler fall weather, the outdoor film series will continue during the first four Sunday evenings in October (October 2, 9, 16 & 23) at the Greenspot. Films for the 2011 season will be selected by “viewers’ choice.” Fans of the Movies at the Greenspot Facebook page will have a chance to vote for the movies they want to see. Each week has a specific theme and a short list of films to choose from. The voting will take place via the Movies at the Greenspot Facebook Page.

As with years past, the films are free to the public and beverages and light refreshments will be available for purchase onsite. Patrons are asked to bring a FM radio to transmit the audio of the movie, as well as a blanket or camp chair. A special thank you to IMG College, DADA, Whole Foods for their support of the 2011 season. Visit http://atthegreenspot.blogspot.com/ for more information.

Cycling Sunday - Sept. 25th

Take to the Streets!
Cycling Sunday 2011

Sunday, September 25, 2011
2:30 - 5:30 p.m.

• Downtown streets will be closed for car-free cycling.
• Walkers, skateboarders, scooters, and rollerskaters are welcome, too!
• Helmets required!
• Enjoy food and refreshments at downtown restaurants.