Smitty's Notes May Edition

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I'm back from my April hiatus. Had a nice break and loved not being on a schedule or deadline for writing, meetings etc. this past month. Really enjoyed celebrating my 40th birthday ALL MONTH. I had a couple of "surprise" gatherings that occurred and want to thank my old friends and those I work with in the community for helping celebrate this milestone birthday.

We had good April with a successful RiverRun International Film Festival and a great start to May with a record breaking crowd at Family Services "Taste of the Town" this past weekend. I don't think anyone would disagree with me saying that there were more than 500 people at the event. WOW!

A lot is going on this month. As you can see below, the next few weekends are going to be busy. Do take advantage to what is happening.

Music in the Streets, the popular downtown music series is back for the spring and summer. After receiving at least 10 e-mails a week since late March asking me when its going to start. I think the community is past ready for the return. Everything kicks off this week on Thursday 5:00 p.m. with Flow Alive After Five at Corpening featuring U-Phonik. On Friday starting at 6:30 p.m. we move on to Allegacy Federal Credit Union Fourth Street Jazz and Blues featuring Roy Roberts and The Quest Blues Band. Saturday, to complete the first weekend series event at 7:00 is the Bob Neill Summer on Trade the Don Dixon Band.

For those of you who are new to the community and are curious as to where everyone may be doing late in the week. My bet is they are starting their weekend off right by heading downtown to listen to some great music, people watching and hooking up with friends coming out of hibernation from winter. While you're downtown, do stick around and check out the new restaurants and bars that have popped up since last fall. Music in the Streets will run through the end of September. To find out more about who's playing and other news, bookmark this site http://www.winstonsalemevents.org/ or follow the banner link below in each edition of Smitty's Notes. I'll see you on the streets downtown!

Ever wondered with a number of Greek own restaurants in the community like diners, seafood and BBQ places. Why there isn't an eatery that serves only traditional Greek dishes? That's about to change. A new ethnic restaurant is opening in the next couple of weeks and you're going to love it. Athena Greek Taverna is located 680 S. Stratford Road (next to the Hanes Knitwear Plant). This authentic Greek restaurant is being opened by a couple Yiannis and Sophie Vgenopoulos. Yiannis is a native of Athens, Greece who immigrated to North Carolina in 2000. Sophie grew up here in Forsyth County who's family has been in the restaurant business for years. What prompted their investment in a new establishment? It was time for Winston-Salem to a eatery that served only traditional Greek dishes.

Some of the entrees you can expect on the menu includes lamb, chicken and sausages dishes prepared in various styles. Seafood appetizers and entrees will feature interesting items like calamari and something you don't see on any menu in most local restaurants - octopus. Other entrees include Pastichio (Greek style lasagna) Moussaka (egg plant and ground sirloin), Souvlaki, Gyros and Spankopita. All dishes will be served with either lemon flavored potatoes or rice. Vegetarian entrees are available. The entire menu is in Greek with the English translation below each food item. Athena's will seat 80 patrons and will sell beer and only Greek wines. Additionally, they plan to have live music each Tuesday night with a musician playing tunes on a Bouzouki - a traditional eight string Greek instrument. As a fan of Greek food and having traveled there myself, I excited that we are getting an restaurant serving strictly traditional dishes. Athena Greek Taverna will be open Monday-Saturday 10:00 a.m.- 9:00 p.m. For more information call 794-3069.

On May 4th more than 200 participating restaurants will donate 10% of their sales from breakfast, lunch and dinner to help fight hunger in Forsyth County. The money will be used by Crisis Control's food room to ensure that the hungry can be fed. Proceeds purchase perishable foods such as milk, orange juice, bread, butter, hamburger meat, and chicken-items not ordinarily donated through local food drives. It is a wonderful event to help a good cause.

Sponsors for the Winston-Salem event include The Winston-Salem Journal, Southern Community Bank and Trust, and T.W. Garner Food Company (Texas Pete). Crisis Control Ministry has also introduced a new element to this year’s event. Local artists paired with participating restaurants to create a series of “chair” art pieces to help promote Hope du Jour. These 20 chairs, each displayed in a corresponding restaurant, are available for a minimum of $200 each.. Hope du Jour restaurant partners will be listed in event advertising in The Winston-Salem Journal on Tuesday. A list of the participating restaurants, sponsors and view chair art, visit their web site, http://www.crisiscontrol.org/ For more information about Hope du Jour, please call 724-7875 ext. 1040.

Coalition of Young Leaders (COYL) - Get Connected Event May 14th

Ready to get connected in your community? Get social. Learn about ways to connect with other young leaders. Experience what's exiting about Winston-Salem. Join the Coalition of Young Leaders (COYL) section of Allegacy's Fourth Street Jazz on Friday, May 14th, 2004 from 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. on Fourth Street between Spruce and Marshall Streets. Light refreshments and a cash bar will be available. All tips from the cash bar that evening benefit COYL so bring a friend, or two, and join us for a great time. Please RSVP by Wednesday, May 12th, 2004 to awarehime@winstonsalem.com or call Annessa at 728-9244 with questions. For more information about COYL, please visit http://www.coyl.ws/.

Young Professional Committee of the Piedmont Club presents "Salute to America"

Our local troops need to know that their community is supporting them back at home! Join Mayor Allen Joines and Congressman Richard Burr, along with special military guests in saying `Thank You`, by donating needed items that will be used to create care packages for these special men and women. This event will take place on Saturday, May 15 12:00 p.m. Corpening Plaza located at the BB&T Financial Center (200 W. Second Street). Along with the creation of care packages, those attending will also be able to gather information on other community efforts, organizations, and volunteer opportunities. For those interested in employment opportunities, recruiting tables will be set by both the Winston Salem Police Department and Army Recruiting Office. Also, don’t miss Maggie from Maggie Moos Ice Cream on Hanes Mall Blvd as she visits downtown with her fun flavored ice cream. For a suggested list of items, please contact Jessica Emley via e-mail at the address listed below. Food, fun, and care package materials will be available. For more information:.692.1133 jgemley@yahoo.com

On May 14, 15, and 16, the Greek community is inviting everyone to their "Annual Greek Festival" at the Greek Orthodox Church (435 Keating Drive, off of Country Club & Silas Crk Pkwy.) An obvious play off the movie "My Big Fat Greek Wedding," here's what's on tap for the weekend: plenty o' Greek dancing, informative tours of the beautiful church, and shopping at the Agora (Market Place) where you can purchase arts, crafts and other goodies. Speaking of goodies, the most important part of the festival in my opinion is the F-O-O-D. And plenty of it! Gyros, moussaka, pastitsio, souvlaki and my favorite-spanakopita!

Every year, the festival reminds me of my own trip to Greece a few years ago, where I acquired the taste of Ouzo (a popular Greek liqueur). To this day, I still have flashbacks of a wicked afternoon with some other Americans trying to out-drink some locals at one of the tavernas on the island of Mykonos. A HUGE mistake. Lesson learned. The festival hours on Friday and Saturday: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Admission is $1.00. You can also call in take-out orders from the event. Telephone: 765-FOOD
(3663). Additional Info: Call 765-7145 or web site at www.wsgoc.org/greekfst/greekfst.html

For you Triad wine lovers, time to head to the hills for the Third Annual Yadkin Valley Wine Festival (Elkin Municipal Park) in Elkin, North Carolina on Saturday, May 15 11 .a.m. - 6 p.m. Thirteen vineyards along the Yadkin Valley will be in attendance giving you an opportunity to taste what has come off their vines in the past year. The festival is free and open to the public, including families with children. Music this year will feature Maurice Williams and the Zodiacs, Mel Jones and His Bag of Bones and Mixed Emotions. A little factoid - The Yadkin Valley was designated in February 2003 as a American Viticultural Area (AVA) which means it's a distinct grape growing region. We share this distinction with the NAPA Valley in California. Something to be proud of for the area. Wine tasters must be at least 21 years of age to obtain a tasting wristband. Food will be available for purchase. No pets or outside food or beverages are permitted. Tickets for wine tasting are $10. In
advance $15. at gate. Info: 336-526-1111 Web site http://www.yvwf.com/ Directions: Take I-40 West to I-77 North to Exit 82

The wine tour is on. However the date has been moved to early June. Stay tuned in the coming weeks for details.

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Get Involved Winston-Salem is a project of the Coalition of Young Leaders - COYL (http://www.coyl.ws/)

5/10/2004 6:30:00 PM - TRIAD ASGA (AMERICAN SINGLES GOLF ASSOCIATION) Outwest Steak House * 6:30 PM Largest group of single golfers in the Triad meets MONTHLY, the SECOND MONDAY OF EACH MONTH for `fun, fellowship and fairways`. Prospective members (i.e. adult single golfers of all ages) welcome. - None. (Dinner on your own).. 1185 Highway 66 South. For more information: 336-794-8035 * * http://mywebpage.netscape.com/triadasga/index.html

Every Tuesday thru 5/30/2004 THE AMERICAN IDOL Ramada Inn Coliseum * 7:30 PM Please join the Winston Salem community in supporting FANTASIA BARRINO! The American Idol will be shown on Big Screen TV at the Ramada Inn Coliseum, (Crosby’s Sports Bar) 3050 University Parkway - Winston Salem, NC - 7:30 - 9:00 p.m.(every Tuesday until end of show) NO CHARGE! - None. 3050 University Parkway. For more information: 723-2911 * thmonroe@bellsouth.net

5/4/2004 6:00:00 PM - WINEMAKER SEMINAR - CA’S CENTRAL COAST Wine Merchants Gourmet * 6:00 PM California’s Central Coast, from Santa Barbara to Monterey is blessed with ideal growing conditions for Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Since its founding 1997 by Bill Cates and Jeffery Fink, both originally from Virginia, Tantara has been dedicated to producing the very finest Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Bill will walk you through the geography, vineyard characteristics, history, vinification, and taste you through the elements that make these wines unforgettable. Part of our Spring Wine Festival. See our Festival Website for all our events - $10 Reservations Required. 1901-B Mooney Street. For more information: 336-765-8175 * winemerchants@triad.rr.com * http://home.triad.rr.com/wmg/Festival04

5/4/2004 7:00:00 PM - SHERI LYNCH APPEARANCE Barnes & Noble * 7:00 PM Radio celebrity Sheri Lynch, of Bob & Sheri, will sign her new book, `Hello, My Name is Mommy.` - Free. 1925 Hampton Inn Court. For more information: 336 774-0222 * crm2761@bn.com

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5/5/2004 6:00:00 PM - KICKBALL GAME Parkland Field * 6:00 PM Join us for a FREE pick-up game as we work to get the NC Triad Division of the World Adult Kickball Association off the ground. - FREE!. Brewer Rd & Dustin Street. For more information: * brittneyforman@triad.rr.com * www.worldkickball.com/nctriad

5/5/2004 7:30:00 PM - SALEM COLLEGE CHAMBER ORCHESTRA CONCERT Hanes Auditorium, Salem College Fine Arts Center * 7:30 PM - free. . For more information: 721-2636 * *

5/5/2004 8:00:00 PM - JAZZ JAM/OPEN MIC Speakeasy Jazz * 8:00 PM Join our host band on stage to sing or play your favorite jazz or blues tunes. Sign up at the door between 8:00 PM & 10:30 PM to get your turn. Come expecting to have a good time and hear some great music! - 2 drink min or $5 cover, your choice. 410 W. 4th St., Ste 100-A. For more information: (336) 722-6555 * connie@speakeasyjazz.net * http://www.speakeasyjazz.net/

Every Thursday - FLOW’S ALIVE AFTER FIVE Corpening Plaza * 5:00 PM The best after-work party in the Triad, now in it’s 7th season! Make it your weekly tradition...Grab your friends to mix and mingle, every Thursday, May-September for the best in live rock, pop, and alternative music,cold beverages and so much more. Gates open at 5pm and the party continues til 8:30pm - $3.00 cover charge. 200 W. 2nd Street, behind BB&T . For more information: 336.725.1083 * lynette@elevationunlimited.com * http://www.winstonsalemevents.org/

Every Thursday thru 8/31/2004 ALIVE AFTER FIVE PATIO AFTER PARTY Auction House Grill * 8:00 PM A-Wall Productions and Auction house Grill presents ALIVE AFTER FIVE PATIO AFTER PARTY` Live music on the patio along with Food, Drink, and Appetizer Specials. 35 cent wings, $2.00 bud and bud light and MAY 13 Budweiser Born on Date Party! - $2.00 with no food purchase. Marshall STreet. For more information: 336-995-0321 * angiewaller@yahoo.com

Every Thursday thru 5/31/2004 SOUL SESSIONS - OPEN MIC/JAM Thea’s Blues and Jazz Club * 9:00 PM - free. 521 N. Liberty St. For more information: 336-722-4195 * * http://www.theasbluesandjazzclub.com/

5/6/2004 - SECCAFTER HOURS SECCA * See details for times SECCA is happy to continue extended Thursday evening hours on the first Thursday of every month. On the first Thursday* of every month, SECCA will be open until 8pm. Visit the galleries and enjoy the exhibitions after five. Come meet your friends, see the shows, and see what’s happening in your own backyard! 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. - FREE for SECCA members / $5 for the general public. 750 Marguerite Drive. For more information: 336-725-1904 * general@secca.org * http://www.secca.org/

5/6/2004 6:00:00 PM - FORSYTH TOASTMASTERS Mayberry Restaurant * 6:00 PM Toastmasters is the best way to improve your communication skills. Lose your fears of public speaking and learn skills that will help you be more successful in whatever path you’ve chosen in life. Be a better listener. Easily lead teams and conduct meetings. Give and receive constructive evaluations. - free for guests. 50 Miller St.. For more information: 336-712-9804 * *

5/6/2004 7:00:00 PM - TRIAD TRAVEL CLUB Sharon Luggage * 7:00 PM Triad Travel Club meets to discuss the Western Caribbean and see a packing demonstration. RSVP if possible to (336) 777 8191. - Free. Hanes Mall. For more information: (336) 664 0600 * greatcruises@bellsouth.net * http://www.triadtravelclub.com/

5/6/2004 9:00:00 PM - JAZZ - CHARLES GREENE Speakeasy Jazz * 9:00 PM If you like to dance to some great jazz, blues and more then come on out the first Thursday every month to see Charles Greene Group perform. - $5.00. 410 W. 4th St., Ste 100-A. For more information: (336) 722-6555 * connie@speakeasyjazz.net * http://www.speakeasyjazz.net/

5/13/2004 7:00:00 PM - PHILOSOPHERS’ CORNER Barnes & Noble * 7:00 PM Everyone welcome to free-wheeling discussion on questions for our times. This month: If we learn so much from losing, why do we prefer to win and/or winners? (Or why do we love NASCAR?) Optional reading: Machiavelli’s Prince - None. . For more information: 336-940-6381 * khaigler@aol.com

5/13/2004 7:00:00 PM - TRIAD TRAVEL CLUB Sharon Luggage * 7:00 PM Triad Travel Club meets to discuss the Western Caribbean and see a packing demonstration. RSVP if possible to (336) 664 0600. - Free. Friendly Shopping Center. For more information: (336) 664 0600 * greatcruises@bellsouth.net * http://www.triadtravelclub.com/

5/13/2004 8:30:00 PM - THE BRENDA MORIE QUARTET The Renaissance Jazz Cafe * 8:30 PM Catch Jazz Flutist/ Vocalist with the Triad’s best performing her new CD - cover charge, please call. 117 N. Greene St.. For more information: 336-230-7420 * moriemusic@earthlink.net * http://www.brendamorie.com/

5/13/2004 9:00:00 PM - JAZZ - ALLSION KING BAND Speakeasy Jazz * 9:00 PM If you like to dance to some great jazz, blues and more then come on out the second Thursday every month to see the Allison King Band perform. - $5.00. 410 W. 4th St., Ste 100-A. For more information: (336) 722-6555 * connie@speakeasyjazz.net * http://www.speakeasyjazz.net/

Every Friday 6:30 PM - 4TH STREET JAZZ & BLUES Downtown * 6:30 PM Cool jazz mixes with hot summer nights on the streets of downtown each Friday evening, May-October, at the ever-popular 4th Street Jazz & Blues. From 6:30pm-9:30pm, the street comes alive with entertainment by the best regional jazz artists, delicious food selections, and icy-cold beverages. - free. 4th Street at Spruce. For more information: 336.725.1083 * lynette@elevationunlimited.com * http://www.winstonsalemevents.org/

Every Friday thru 9/24/2004 THE VIBE Chatham Building * 10:00 PM All ages invited, hip hop/R&B performance with special guest artists, dancing and fun following the 4th St. Jazz festival every Friday night. - free. 305 W. Fourth St. For more information: 336-207-3285 * hdunlap@sametcorp.com

5/7/2004 - ZINPOSIUM II THE ULTIMATE ZINFANDEL TASTING Wine Merchants Gourmet * See details for times Heaven for Zin lovers! Join us from 6:30 to 8 PM and taste 18+ Zinfandels from the great 2001 and incredible 2002 vintages. What a way to spend an evening! There will be California artisan cheeses and hors d’oeuvres to match with these big wines. Part of our Spring Wine Festival. See our Festival Website for all our events. - $10 No Reservations Needed. 1901-B Mooney Street. For more information: 336-765-8175 * winemerchants@triad.rr.com * http://home.triad.rr.com/wmg/Festival04

5/7/2004 6:00:00 PM - `BARNS & BASKETS` ERL Originals * 6:00 PM Opening for `Barns & Baskets`, featuring paintings of barns from around the US and baskets by nationally recognized artist John Skau. - free. 480 West End Blvd. For more information: 336-722-9030 * erlorigi@earthlink.net * http://www.erloriginals.com/

5/7/2004 6:30:00 PM - CELTIC FESTIVAL CEILIDH (`KAY-LEE`) Historic Bethabara Park * 6:30 PM Kick off the fourth annual Celtic Festival in the Bethabara Pavilion with a traditional Scottish evening of Celtic food and family entertainment, featuring `Naomi’s Fancy,`Carl Peterson, and Ken Bloom of Mappamundi, along with local musicians for a Celtic music jam session. - Event is free; charge for food.. 2147 Bethabara Road. For more information: 336/924-8191 * jwallace@bethabarapark.org * http://www.bethabarapark.org/

5/7/2004 6:30:00 PM - 4TH STREET JAZZ & BLUES 4th Street at Spruce * 6:30 PM Cool jazz mixes with hot summer nights on the streets of downtown each Friday evening, May-October, at the ever-popular 4th Street Jazz & Blues. From 6:30pm-9:30pm, the street comes alive with entertainment by the best regional jazz artists, delicious food selections, and icy-cold beverages. - free. . For more information: 336.725.1083 * lynette@elevationunlimited.com * http://www.winstonsalemevents.org/

5/7/2004 7:00:00 PM - OPENING RECEPTION: INEZ RUCHTE, DUNCAN LEWIS Artworks Gallery * 7:00 PM Two-person exhibit of kaleidoscope and straight photos from Russia by Inez Ruchte, and mixed media work in surrealist manner by Duncan Lewis - free. 564 N. Trade Street. For more information: 336-723-5890 * hitchcac@wfu.edu * http://www.artworks-gallery.com/

5/7/2004 7:00:00 PM - GALLERY HOP Downtown Arts District * 7:00 PM Studios, galleries and shops open to the public with new exhibits and events for the evening. Walkertown Middle School show of Arts-in Education project with the DADA Collective, There will be an art auction held at 560 North Trade Street beginning at 5:30 PM. The final bidding will close at 10:00PM. The auction will benefit the DADA neighborhood organization. There are many wonderful items; an antique credenza, a wall hanging, handcrafted jewelry, 2 memberships to Piedmont Craftsman, art from our local artisans, sculpture, restaurant gift certificates and much much more! The auction will take place just inside the Trade Street Studios located at 560 North Trade Street. Look for the balloon and the banner. - FREE. 7th - 5th Streets and Trade Street. For more information: * info@dadaws.org * http://www.dadaws.org/

5/7/2004 7:30:00 PM - PIEDMONT WIND SYMPHONY SPRING CONCERT Brendle Recital Hall * 7:30 PM The Piedmont Wind Symphony (PWS) Spring Concert will feature the winner of the 3rd Concerto Competition sponsored by Allegacy Federal Credit Union along with select members of the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County middle and high school honors band in this annual event honoring student achievement. - Adults $12; Students $7. Wake Forest University. For more information: 336-722-9953 * pwsadmin@triad.rr.com * http://www.piedmontwindsymphony.com/

5/14/2004 thru 5/16/2004 - GREEK FESTIVAL Greek Orthodox Church * See details for times Fri & Sat 10am - 10pm, Sun 11am - 8pm - $1. 435 Keating Dr.. For more information: 765-7145 * gbridges@triad.rr.com * http://www.wsgoc.org/

5/14/2004 10:00:00 AM - STUART LITTLE Children’s Theatre * 10 am and 12 no From the loving heart of E. B. White, author of Charlotte’s Web, comes the musical tale of a noble mouse who jumps headlong into adventures big enough to match any imagination. Funny, tender and exciting, "Stuart Little" mixes gorgeous child-size puppets with live actors to work theatrical magic in this musical. Most appreciated by audiences grades K - 5. 60 minutes - $7.00. 610 Coliseum Drive. For more information: 336-725-4531 * * http://www.childrenstheatrews.org/

5/14/2004 12:00:00 PM - MUSIC LOVERS’ LUNCHEON Piedmont Club * 12:00 PM Join the Winston-Salem Symphony for the final Music Lovers’ Luncheon of the 2003-04 Season. Our Guest Speaker is Joseph Pecoraro, resident guitarist at the North Carolina School of the Arts. He will give an informative talk about the music on the Symphony’s May 15, 16, & 18, concerts. Reservations required – 724-7077; $12 per person. Includes lunch. - $12. 200 W. 2nd St., 19th Floor. For more information: 336-724-7077 * judy.sutherin@ourclub.com * http://www.wssymphony.org/

5/14/2004 6:30:00 PM - GET CONNECTED! Downtown * 6:30 PM Ready to get connected in your community? Get social. Learn about ways to connect with other young leaders. Experience what’s exiting about Winston-Salem. Join us at the Coalition of Young Leaders (COYL) section of Allegacy’s Fourth Street Jazz on Friday, May 14th, 2004 from 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. on Fourth Street between Spruce and Marshall Streets. Please RSVP by Wednesday, May 12th, 2004 to awarehime@winstonsalem.com or call Annessa at 728-9244 with questions. For more information about COYL, please visit http://www.coyl.ws/

5/14/2004 8:00:00 PM - ERIC TAYLOR Morning Dew Coffee Roasters * 8:00 PM Fiddle & Bow is delighted to welcome back after several year’s absence one of the finest songwriters in the country, Eric Taylor. - $10.00 ($8.00 F & B Members). 1047 Burke St.. For more information: 336-723-JAVA * fbinfo@fiddleandbow.org * http://www.fiddleandbow.org/

Every Saturday 7:00:00 PM - SUMMER ON TRADE In the Arts District * 7:00 PM A Saturday night tradition in Winston-Salem, Summer On Trade is now in its 7th season of bringing the finest live performances of local and regional talent to the Art District each Saturday evening, May-October. Stroll the galleries and unique shops,and relax in the ambiance of this popular neighborhood. Activities for the entire family, plus icy-cold beverages and delicious food items. - free. 6th and Trade Streets. For more information: 336-725-1038 * lynette@elevationunlimited.com * http://www.winstonsalemevents.org/

5/8/2004 - KOMEN NC TRIAD RACE FOR THE CURE Old Salem * See details for times 8:15am: one mile fun - run/walk 8:45am: 5-K - Check website or call for admission information. . For more information: 336-721-0037 * * http://www.triadrace.com/

5/8/2004 - PIEDMONT SWING DANCE SOCIETY LIVE BAND DANCE Vintage Theater * See details for times 7:30 beginning lesson (included with admission) 8:30-11:30 swing dance - $8 members and students under 21, $10 nonmembers. . For more information: 336-508-9998 * psds@mail.com * http://www.piedmontswingdance.org/

5/8/2004 - ELKIN JAYCEES VACATION RAFFLE & DINNER Elkin Jaycees Building * See details for times Open Bar (6:00pm), Italian Dinner (7:00pm), Reverse Raffle (8:00pm), Music & Dancing to J&B On The Rocks (9:00pm). Join us for an exciting night of beverages, food and dancing! Semi-Casual Dress. (Designated driver provided.) The Grand Prize Giveaway is $1,000 cash or a $1,500 travel voucher. Winner does not have to be present to win! Proceeds benefit local charities. - $50 per couple. Poplar Springs Road. For more information: 463-5998 * ccaustin@yadtel.net * www.elkinjaycees.20m.com/

5/8/2004 - NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF LETTER CARRIERS FOOD DRIVE Your Mailbox * See details for times Help `Stamp out Hunger.” The National Association of Letter Carriers, with support from the the United States Postal Service, is gearing up for the largest annual one-day food drive in the nation to be held Saturday, May 8. We are proud that America’s Second Harvest, our national organization and United Way are sponsors of this year’s food drive. You can help feed the hungry in our community by placing canned food items in a bag and leaving them by your mailbox on Saturday, May 8 before the mail runs. Donations will be divided among Samaritan Ministries, the Winston-Salem Rescue Mission and the Second Harvest Food Bank. For more information: 336.784.5770 * jenny.moore@secondharvest.org * http://www.hungernwnc.org/

5/8/2004 9:30:00 AM - SECOND SATURDAY WINERY TOUR Salem College * 9:30 AM Tour of RayLen, Shelton, Hanover Park and Westbend wineries. Bruce Heye, instructor. - $65.00. P.O. Box 10548. For more information: 721-2855 * cst@salem.edu * http://www.salem.edu/

5/8/2004 11:00:00 AM - VINTAGE AT THE VINEYARDS Westbend Vineyards * 11:00 AM A gathering of classic BMW’s with German band and German food. - FREE. 5394 Williams Rd.. For more information: * stur1809@bellsouth.net

5/8/2004 3:00:00 PM - BLAIR’S WAR Borders * 3:00 PM Discussion and signing with authors David Coates and Joel Krieger. Why and how did Tony Blair support the US-led invasion of Iraq? Was he justified in doing so? - Free. 252 South Stratford Road. For more information: 336.727.8834 * mgray2@bordersgroupinc.com * http://www.bordersstores.com/

5/8/2004 9:00:00 PM - FRONT PAGE Thea’s Blues and Jazz Club * 9:00 PM - . 521 N. Liberty St. For more information: 336-722-4195 * * http://www.theasbluesandjazzclub.com/

5/8/2004 9:00:00 PM - JAZZ - UPPERLINEUP WITH ROBERTO ORIHUELA Speakeasy Jazz * 9:00 PM This is the night for all of you vibraphone enthusiasts out there. Roberto Orihuela is my favorite vibraphonist and one of my favorite jazz performers. You will enjoy the music and have a great time! - $5.00. 410 W. 4th St., Ste 100-A. For more information: (336) 722-6555 * connie@speakeasyjazz.net * http://www.speakeasyjazz.net/

5/15/2004 - UNA CELEBRACION! Stevens Center * See details for times Come to the Stevens Center on Saturday, May 15th at 7:00 pm for the final Saturday Nights, Live! Series concert of the season. Guest artists will be Tesseract, former Cirque du Soliel acrobats, and Carlos Perez, guitar. You’ll hear traditional and modern circus music and witness Tesseract’s amazing acrobatic feats! You’ll also hear music with a Spanish flair! For tickets call: 336-725-1035 (before May 13); 336-724-7919 (on/after May 14) 405 W. Fourth St.. For more information: 336-725-1035 * tbatson@wssymphony.org * http://www.wssymphony.org/

5/15/2004 12:00:00 PM - SALUTE TO AMERICA Corpening Plaza * 12:00 PM Our local troops need to know that their community is supporting them back at home! Join Mayor Allen Joines and Congressman Richard Burr, along with special military guests in saying `Thank You`, by donating needed items that will be used to create care packages for these special men and women. Along with the creation of care packages, those attending will also be able to gather information on other community efforts, organizations, and volunteer opportunities. For those interested in employment opportunities, recruiting tables will be set by both the Winston Salem Police Department and Army Recruiting Office. Also, don’t miss Maggie from Maggie Moos Ice Cream on Hanes Mall Blvd as she visits downtown with her fun flavored ice cream. For a suggested list of items, please contact Jessica Emley via e-mail at the address listed below. Food, fun, and care package materials will be available. - Free.. 200 W 2nd St.. For more information: 336.692.1133 * jgemley@yahoo.com

5/15/2004 1:30:00 PM - TRY-IT-BEFORE-YOU-BUY-IT DRESS REHEARSAL Stevens Center * 1:30 PM Are you a music aficionado, but not sure if orchestral music is for you? Here’s your opportunity to get a taste of all that the Winston-Salem Symphony has to offer for FREE. Come to the Stevens Center on Saturday, May 15th at 1:30 pm to get a behind the scenes look at your symphony orchestra. Maestro Perret will be leading the orchestra in their final rehearsal for the evening’s Saturday Nights, Live! Series concert with guest artist Tesseract, former Cirque du Soliel acrobats. You’ll have the opportunity to win a free Good Any Time card to the 2004-05 Season and there will also be free Krispy Kreme doughnuts and coffee! - FREE. 405 W. Fourth St.. For more information: 336-725-1035 * tbatson@wssymphony.org * http://www.wssymphony.org/

5/15/2004 6:30:00 PM - WINEDOWN PARTY Foothills Arts Council * 6:30 PM party with food/wine/exhibits/jazz following the Yadkin Valley Wine Festival, music featuring The Joe Robinson Quartet and Janice Price, food specialties from 10 area restaurants - $20. 129 Church Street. For more information: 336/835-2025 * klh2020@surry.net

5/15/2004 6:30:00 PM - TRANSACTORS IMPROV COMPANY (DINNER THEATRE) Brock Performing Arts Center * Dinner: 6:30 pm / Show: 7:30 pm No scripts here! Spontaneity and improvisation at its best, this traveling troupe of comedians are sure to have you laughing your dinner calories away! Utilizing music, dance, storytelling, and audience participation, the Transactors take the audience on a roller coaster ride through the human experience. Seating is limited. - $30. 622 N. Main Street. For more information: 336-751-3000 * boxoffice@daviearts.org * http://www.daviearts.org/

5/15/2004 8:00:00 PM - CAROLINA ROAD BAND IN CONCERT (BLUEGRASS) Sawbriar Acoustic Stage * 8:00 PM Having toured all over the world. This fine bluegrass band will showcase the talents of Jason Barie, Gary Richardson, Lorraine Jordan, Tim Massey, Rick Pardue and David Guthrie. It’s a real treat to have a band of this calibur grace the stage at the Sawbriar. Join us for an evening of absolutely FANTASTIC BLUEGRASS! - $8.00. 111 East Main Street. For more information: 336-368-7111 * TheSawbriar@aol.com * http://www.sawbriar.com/

5/15/2004 9:00:00 PM - BRENDA MORIE QUARTET Adam’s Mark Winston Plaza Hotel * 9:00 PM Funky Jazz Flutist/Vocalist performs with the Triad’s best in Jazz, Blues and Funk. Brenda’s CD’s are available for sale and signing. - no cover/ drink minimun. 425 N. Cherry St. For more information: 336-725-3500 * http://www.brendamorie.com/ * http://www.adamsmark.com/

5/9/2004 4:00:00 PM - ST. PHILIPS182ND ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION St. Philips Church * 4:00 PM Join the members of the current St. Philips Moravian Church for a lovefeast and music provided by Salem College and the St. Philips Ecumenical Choir. - Free and open to public. 911 S. Church St. in Old Salem. For more information: (336) 721-7364 * mwhite@oldsalem.org

5/16/2004 2:00:00 PM - WS CHILDREN’S CHORUS MAD HATTER’S TEA PARTY Historic Bethabara Park * 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM Fashioned as a garden party, the Mad Hatter’s Tea Party will take place at Historic Bethabara Park on May 16, 2004 from 2:00 PM until 5:00 PM. Winston-Salem’s own John Williams will play host as Honorary Chairman while children of all ages have the chance to meet and greet Alice and the Mad Hatter, sip tea, enjoy crafts, and take part in games from the Victorian era. Tickets $10 adults, $6 children, age 3 and under free. - $10 adults, $6 children, age 3 and under free. . . For more information: 336-703-0001 * mail@wschildrenschorus.org * http://www.wschildrenschorus.org/

5/16/2004 2:00:00 PM - "GILLIGAN’S ISLAND, THE MUSICAL" SECCA * 2 PM Those infamous castaways are hitting the stage and they are funnier than ever. - $14 Adults $12 Sr./Stu.. 750 Marguerite Drive. For more information: 336-768-5655 * * http://www.wstheatrealliance.org/