Featured Events in Winston Salem in June, 2025 (August Updated)

Welcome to the long-awaited renaissance of Bishop George Pass, II & NEW ! Join us for the Completely Yours Tiny Stage Live Recording, where you'll experience powerful music and inspiring messages. This in-person event will showcase original music accompanied by stunning performances by talented artists in an intimate setting. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of a live recording and witness the magic of music coming to life. Get ready for an unforgettable night filled with soul-stirring melodies and uplifting lyrics! Information Source: Bishop George Pass & NEW | eventbrite

Join us for a Book Club Social at the Bookmarks Bookstore on Thursday, June 12 at 6:30 pm! We'll be joined by author Jared Lemus, who will share more about his short story collection Guatemalan Rhapsody . Enjoy light refreshments while connecting with other readers and learning more about books perfect for you or your book club. Tickets are $25 (plus taxes & fees) and include access to the event, light refreshments, and 20% off books featured that night. Attendees will also receive a tote bag and galleys (early review copies) courtesy of the publisher. A representative from HarperCollins will share a list of book recommendations, followed by a conversation with the author. Book Club Socials are an ongoing event series that's designed to gather communities of readers together to learn about books that are new to them. It's perfect for individuals wanting to build their TBR and book clubs looking for their future selections. Click here for more information about event series at Bookmarks. To ask questions about accessibility or request accommodations, please contact Bookmarks at events@bookmarksnc.org or (336) 747-1471 x1001. At least two weeks' notice will allow us to provide the best experience possible for you and your guests. Have any questions? Check out our Event FAQs page and email events@bookmarksnc.org for further inquiries. About the Author Jared Lemus is the author of two works of fiction with Ecco, one just published and one forthcoming. His story collection, Guatemalan Rhapsody , was published March 4, 2025 and his novel’s not far behind. Lemus’s work has appeared in The Atlantic, Story , The Pinch , The Kenyon Review , PANK , Cleaver , and Joyland , among others. He holds an MFA from the University of Pittsburgh and is currently the Kenan Visiting Writer at UNC-Chapel Hill. About the Book A vibrant debut story collection—poignant, unflinching, and immersive—masterfully moving between sharp wit and profound tenderness, Guatemalan Rhapsody offers a kaleidoscopic portrait of an ever-changing country, the people who claim it as home, and those who no longer do. Ranging from a custodian at an underfunded college to a medicine man living in a temple dedicated to San Simon, the patron saint of alcohol and cigarettes, the characters in these stories find themselves at defining moments in their lives, where sacrifices may be required of them, by them, or for them. In “Saint Dismas,” four orphaned brothers pose as part of a construction crew, stopping cars along the highway and robbing anyone stupid enough foolish enough to hit the brakes. In “Heart Sleeves,” two wannabe tattoo artists take part in a contest, where one of them hopes to win not only first place but also the heart of his best friend’s girlfriend. And, in “Fight Sounds,” a character who fancies himself a Don Juan is swept up in the commotion of an American film crew shooting a movie in his tiny town, until the economic and sexual politics of the place are turned on their head. Across this collection, Lemus’s characters test their loyalty to family, community, and country, illuminating the ties that both connect us and constrain us. Guatemalan Rhapsody explores how we journey from the circumstances that we are forged by, and whether the ability to change our fortunes lies in our own hands or in those of another. Revealing the places where beauty, desperation, love, violence, and hope exist simultaneously, Jared Lemus’s debut establishes him as a major new voice in the form. Information Source: Bookmarks | eventbrite

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What are your summer plans? Plan to invest in yourself or your child by joining our week long Braiding class! In this course you will receive a braider’s kit & manual. You will learn to Twist, Braid, Box braid, Knotless braid, Triangle parting, Brick lay, Product control and Much more! Also at the end of this course you will earn a certificate of completion. Did we mention that lunch is included! This is great for licensed professionals needing continuing education credits as well! Once your $50 deposit is paid you will receive a welcome letter, a complete itinerary, and a list of class expectations. The remainder of $250 will be due by the start of class. Class hours will be Monday - Thursday 9-3. Information Source: Nikki Collins (The Beauty Bully) | eventbrite

Be among the first to experience an interactive and imaginative workshop at Mona + Associates Design, LLC’s new studio in Winston-Salem. Get your hands dirty and create living art in this hands-on DIY Kokedama Workshop at Mona + Associates Design, LLC. You’ll craft a beautiful, Japanese-inspired moss ball planter, a Living Aura art creation. Learn the art of Kokedama, an ancient Japanese technique that transforms plants into stunning, self-contained sculptures. With expert guidance, you’ll discover the best plant selections, soil mixtures, and care techniques to keep your Kokedama thriving. Whether you're a plant enthusiast or new to greenery, this workshop offers a fun and relaxing way to bring more nature into your space. What to Expect: Create your own Kokedama moss ball planter from scratch Learn hands-on techniques with step-by-step expert guidance Explore plant care tips to keep your Kokedama thriving Perfect for home décor, gifts, or adding greenery to any space No experience needed – all materials provided! Location: Mona + Associates Design, LLC, Winston-Salem Date & Time: Friday, June 27th - 6-7:30 PM Limited Spots Available – Reserve Yours Today to Save! Information Source: Mona + Associates Design, LLC | eventbrite

READY TO BE EMPOWERED! Welcome to the Women in Red Presents 2ND Annual Empowerment Conference! Join us on Sat Jun 28, 2025, at 1:00 PM at the S & G EVENT CENTER for a day filled with inspiration and empowerment. Our conference will feature keynote speakers, panel discussions, workshops, and networking opportunities, all designed to empower and uplift women in our community. Don't miss this chance to connect with like-minded individuals, gain valuable insights, and leave feeling motivated to take on the world. Mark your calendars and get ready for a day of growth and empowerment! Information Source: Adrian Dawkins Talbert | eventbrite

Love Songs from the Liberation Wars is an original work, composed by Washington D.C.-area singer/songwriter Steve Jones and directed by labor activist and cultural worker Elise Bryant. It tells the moving story of an early victory against workplace injustice and Jim Crow segregation, led primarily by African American men and women in one of the largest factories in the 1940s South—the R. J. Reynolds Tobacco Company in Winston-Salem. On June 17, 1943, several hundred African American workers sat down at their jobs and refused to work until their pay and working conditions improved. Over the next few days, thousands walked off the job across multiple tobacco companies. This began a years-long struggle, told by Robert Rodgers Korstad (Duke University) in his prize-wining book, Civil Rights Unionism : Tobacco Workers and the Struggle for Democracy in the Mid-Twentieth-Century South. In this one-night special showcase performance, 5 performers will bring a variety of characters to life as they perform selections from the full jazz opera in an intimate, concert-style experience. Information Source: MUSE Winston-Salem | eventbrite