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COZY UP - is opening soon in the Brassfield Shopping Center!
☕️ MENU: For drinks, the cafe will serve coffee, beer, and wine. We’re interested in the Cozy Brew Special; it has marshmallow fluff! For food, you can enjoy sweet and savory pastries & shareable snacks.
🏬 LOCAL: Cozy Brew is committed to supporting small businesses in Greensboro! The cafe will partner with Cheesecakes by Alex, New Garden Bagel, Carolina Coffee Co, and Holland Haus Kitchen.
🗓️ WHEN: Opening in April
🕐 HOURS: Mon-Thurs, 6:30 AM - 8 PM; Fri, 6:30 AM - 9 PM; Sat-Sun, 8 AM - 9 PM
✨ BONUS: Cozy Brew will have a brunch menu available Sat-Sun from 8 AM - 12 PM!
🔥Did you hear?!
ranked No. 23 in 24/7 Wall St’s Top 40 US Cities with Booming Downtowns list! Other North Carolina cities that made the list included Winston-Salem (No. 25), Durham (No. 11), and Charlotte (No. 2).
➡️ METHODOLOGY: To determine the 40 cities with booming downtowns, 24/7 Wall St. ranked cities based on the percentage change in population in their downtown census tracts from 2012 to 2022, using Census Bureau data.
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☘️ Keep Calm and Shamrock On - here are 7 ways to celebrate this weekend. Looking for more ideas? Check out last night’s newsletter - comment with “newsletter” and we will send you the latest one.
- : celebrate all weekend long (limited menu)
- : drink specials, open mic, live music, and free swag. Saturday-Sunday
- : Green cider, themed cocktails, food trucks, and a mobile splatter room from . Sunday
- Bar Crawl: ’s 9th annual St. Patrick’s Festival & Bar Crawl. Saturday
- : green beer, food specials, live music, and glow-in-the-dark Silipints. Friday-Saturday
- : green beer, food trucks, and live music. Friday-Sunday
- High Point’s social district: - food trucks, live music, and drink specials. Saturday
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🥇 HALL OF FAME BBQ - The former owner of , Charles Stamey, was inducted into the NC Bar-B-Q Hall of Fame earlier this month. Stamey was one of seven inductees of the North Carolina Bar-B-Q Hall of Fame’s inaugural class (according to )
ABOUT STAMEY’S: in Greensboro is a 4 generation family-run barbecue restaurant that has been in business since 1930.
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2206 W Gate City Blvd
2812 Battleground Ave
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NEW SEASON ANNOUNCED: The Tanger announced their 24-25 First Bank Broadway Season today. Check it out 👇
https://www.tangercenter.com/broadway-packages/broadway-1/
Prom season is on the horizon, and Camille’s Closet and Theo’s Threads are making sure that every student can attend. Keep reading to find out how you can get involved.
➡️ WHAT: Camille’s Closet and Theo’s Threads are youth-led programs that are a part of the Greensboro Youth Council. The programs are accepting donations of new or gently used prom clothing, shoes, and accessories now through March 1.
➡️ WHY: In April, middle school and high school students will be able to “shop” for free! The programs make it possible for students who normally couldn’t afford prom clothing to attend their school’s event.
➡️ GET INVOLVED: You can view and purchase items from the programs’ Amazon wishlist or drop off new and gently worn prom wear, shoes, and accessories at any of the locations listed below:
~BackPack Beginnings
~Glenwood Recreation Center
~Griffin Recreation Center
~Greensboro Cultural Center Suite 315
~Lewis Recreation Center
~Lindley Recreation Center
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🥐 LOOKING FOR A UNIQUE CAFE? If you haven’t been to Bom Bom Cafe yet, you need to add it to your list!
The quaint cafe serves unique sweet creations like:
~Hottok, a filled pancake topped with ice cream
~Milk Snow, shaved frozen milk with toppings
~Croffle, a waffle made with croissant dough
➡️ The cafe also serves coffee drinks, frappuccinos, smoothies, and bagel + croissant breakfast sandwiches.
🕐 HOURS: Mon-Sat, 10 AM - 8 PM
📍4929 W Market St., Greensboro
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➡️ The Go-To & Biscuitville proudly celebrate Black History Month by highlighting an NC trailblazer and books by local Black authors at Scuppernong in Greensboro!
➡️ PICK UP A BOOKMARK: Throughout February, Biscuitville restaurants will distribute bookmarks highlighting André Leon Talley (1948 – 2022). Check out some facts about this North Carolina trailblazer:
~ became the first Black creative director at Vogue and finally editor-at-large
~ was a judge for “America’s Next Top Model”�~ a stylist for First Lady Michelle Obama
➡️ BUY A BOOK: Biscuitville is partnering with bookstore to promote works from Black authors in VA & the Carolinas including,
· 📘 “We Could Fly” by Rhiannon Giddens
· 📗 “Black Boy Joy” by Kwame Mbalia
· 📙 “How to Become a Gardener” by Ashlie Thomas
· 📕 “The Cooking Gene” by Michael W. Twitty
During this month (and every month), we hope you take the time to learn about Black history in our communities and the enormous contributions of Black Americans over generations.
🥃 NEW BAR ALERT - is opening this weekend! You have the chance to attend its soft opening - keep reading for more details.
➡️ WHAT: Barrel & Co. is all about good whiskey, great cocktails, and even better company. You can enjoy all the great aspects of an elevated cocktail program without the expensive price tag.
🍸 MENU: Signature cocktails like The Mob Wife and Smoked Fashion along with classic favorites like Whiskey Sour and Gold Rush.
🗓️ SOFT OPENING: Barrel & Co’s soft opening is this Friday, February 2! You can register for the soft opening on its website - the confirmation email will include the time you’ll attend.
🕐 HOURS: Coming soon
📍 122 E Main St., Jamestown
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Love is in the air! Whether you celebrating with your girls, your family, or your significant other, there is an event for you. Check out these Valentine’s and Galentine’s Day events in Greensboro, Winston-Salem, and High Point.
Check out these Valentine’s and Galentine’s Day events in Winston-Salem, Greensboro, and High Point!
✨ COMING SOON - The Hendrxx Bar opens in Greensboro this spring!
🤵♂️ WHAT: A speakeasy lounge with a posh, upscale atmosphere and weekly themed networking events. The lounge’s music will emphasize Afro-Carribean culture with Afro beats, amapiano, hip hop, reggae, and R&B. The Hendrxx will have a 25+ age limit and dress code policy.
🍸 MENU: Craft cocktails, decadent desserts, and food trucks out back for lite bites.
🗓️ OPENING: The Hendrxx’s soft opening is scheduled for the end of March.
🕐 HOURS: Thurs-Sat, 6 PM - 2 AM
📍 2500 Battleground Ave.
Did you know Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. visited Greensboro in the 1960s?
➡️ In February 1958, Dr. King spoke at Pfeiffer Chapel at in Greensboro – a historically Black school – about elections and the two major parties. While at Bennett College, King spoke with student reporters from the school paper. The interview was recorded and you can read the written transcript online.
➡️ He was supposed to visit Greensboro again on April 4, 1968. His plans changed at the last minute and he decided to stay in Memphis longer, where he was assassinated on April 3, 1968.
"Darkness cannot drive out darkness, only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate, only love can do that." - MLK
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🍣 SUSHI WORKSHOPS IN WINSTON-SALEM & GREENSBORO
and his team teach sushi workshops all over North & South Carolina, including Winston-Salem and Greensboro at and
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Where to Ski, Snowboard, and Snow Tube Near Greensboro
Are you ready to hit the slopes? Check out these 5 spots to ski, snowboard, or snow tube down the mountain near Greensboro.
Celebrate the start of 2024 with an unforgettable night! Here are some of the best New Year’s Eve events you can attend this year near Greensboro, High Point and surrounding areas.
❄️ HOME SWEET DOME ❄️
WHAT: introduced five public-use domes in the Social District on December 17. Each dome is uniquely decorated and offers a warm space to relax. They will be available to use until February 18.
BACKGROUND: The domes were made available through a partnership with High Point X Design, Norwalk Furniture, Woodbridge Furniture, .space and .
DETAILS: Domes are available on a first-come, first-served basis. However, Visit High Point asks that groups limit their time to 1 hour.
WHERE: Stock + Grain Assembly
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Wishing you love, joy, and peace this Christmas Day and holiday season!
🏌️♂️ TOPGOLF recently broke ground on its new location in Greensboro!
➡️ WHAT: Topgolf is a golfing venue where anyone - no matter their skill level - can participate. Players hit tracked balls into a giant field while playing on virtual courses.
⛳️ DETAILS: The venue will have 72 outdoor climate-controlled hitting bays, along with a full-menu restaurant, family-friendly programming, and private event rooms.
📍 I-40 at the Guilford College Road exit
🗓️ WHEN: Topgolf is projected to open in late 2024.
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It’s the first day of winter - it only gets brighter from here 😍 Here are 5 winter activities to enjoy this season (for more winter activities, sign up for our newsletter - link in bio)
🧶 DIY CLASS - check out
⛸️ ICE SKATING at or
🔥 COZY UP BY A FIRE PIT - and
👾 GAME ON at and (opening soon)
☕️ LEARN A NEW SKILL at a barista class at or cooking class at
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🍣 SUSHI WORKSHOPS IN WINSTON-SALEM & GREENSBORO @gringoninja_charlotte and his team teach sushi workshops all over North & South Carolina, including Winston-Salem and Greensboro at @joymongersbarrelhall and @joymongersbeer Missed this event? Sign up for our newsletters to stay in the know. L
🛍️ Before heading out on a holiday shopping spree, make a list (check it twice) and stick to it. Here are 5️⃣ holiday shopping tips from Allegacy Federal Credit Union to save money as you shop for your loved ones this holiday season! ~ Set a Budget ~ Look for sales ~ Repurpose holiday decor ~ Draw names ~ Get crafty and don’t forget to shop local! What local business are you supporting this season? - paid partnership
PEACH COBBLER AND SO MUCH MORE - The Peach Cobbler Factory opened up in High Point this past weekend! Peach Cobbler Factory High Point NC ➡️ WHAT: A dessert shop started in Nashville in 2013 that has expanded into nearly 20 states and been featured on @foodnetwork 🥧 MENU: Various mouth-watering desserts, from ice cream and banana pudding to cinnamon rolls and - of course - peach cobbler. Team member Mikaela checked out the shop and said her favorite item was the red velvet banana pudding! ✨ BONUS: You can order desserts from The Peach Cobbler Factory with DoorDash, Uber Eats, or GrubHub. 📍 1116 Eastchester Dr., High Point 🕐 HOURS: Mon-Sun, 12-10 PM
✨SPECIAL PROMO at Gyu-Kaku - an authentic Japanese yakiniku (grilled barbecue) dining experience in Greensboro! ➡️ THE DEAL: buy $100, get $100 promotion - available through November 18! 🎊At Gyu-Kaku, you have the option to either order from a set of pre-fixe courses or to build your own meal by ordering items a la carte!! 📍3920 Cotswold Ave, Greensboro. #GyuKakuJapaneseBBQ #Greensboro #JapaneseBBQ #japanesefood
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🍂COZY COMFORT FOOD🍂 This brisk fall weather means its the perfect time for warm, delicious food. @meltkitchenandbar Our team enjoyed: ~ Drinks: The Melt Margarita & French Manhattan�~ Apps: Panko-Fried Cauliflower, Almost Famous Sprouts & Smoked Gouda Spinach Dip�~ Meals: The Melt with Pesto Tomato Soup, The Scarlett, & Pulled Pork Tacos�~ Dessert: French Quarter Beignets 🕐HOURS: Tues-Sat: 11 AM - 9 PM, Sun: 10 AM - 4 PM 📍LOCATION: 1941 New Garden Rd., Greensboro 👀What sounds good to you?
WEEKEND PLANS - Take the family to Kersey Valley’s Maize Adventure for a fun-filled day! They have 15+ different activities for your kids to enjoy, including: -Corn Maze -Kersey Valley Express Train -Rock Wall Climb -Pumpkin Patch -Wagon Ride -Much More! 🎟️PRICE: General admission is $25. 🍔FOOD: TumbleWeeds Grub House & Water Hole, Apple Cider Donut Shop, Snack Shack, and more! 🕐HOURS: Sat: 11 AM - 5 PM, Sun: 1-5 PM 📍LOCATION: 1615 Kersey Valley Rd., Archdale ~30 minutes from Winston-Salem ~ 15 minutes from Greensboro
✈️ Fly non-stop from @flyfrompti to Denver with @united ! Their direct flights have officially launched and the first flight departed yesterday morning! ➡️ Flights will operate daily and follow the initial schedule below but may fluctuate month to month: DEN to PTI: Departs DEN at 5:30 p.m. and arrives at PTI at 10:47 p.m. PTI to DEN Departs PTI at 8:30 a.m. and arrives at DEN at 10:26 a.m.
🎉 Inka grill is now open in Greensboro! This is the Peruvian chain restaurant’s first North Carolina location! 👉Good to know: They are still waiting on their liquor license 🇵🇪 Menu items include Lomo Saltado & Ceviche! Our team enjoyed: - strawberry juice - huancaina yucca - Tacu Tacu con lomo - frijol con seco - passion fruit mousse 📍Visit them soon at 214 S. Elm St., Greensboro
🎵 DID YOU ATTEND THE NC FOLK FESTIVAL OVER THE WEEKEND?! Our team loved the music, vendors, artists, and workshops! See you next year! ➡️ DID YOU KNOW the North Carolina Folk Festival was formed in 2018 and is part of a group of sister festivals that take place in Virginia, Montana, and Massachusetts. The festival celebrates the richness and diversity of American culture. @ncfolkfestival
FOOD TRUCK FESTIVALS⚠️ ➡️ Greensboro - August 20 on Greene St. & W Market St. 3-9 pm ➡️ Winston-Salem - October 15 on 9th St. 1-7 pm ➡️ Featuring 50+ food trucks, live music, activities & more ! What food truck are you heading to first?
🍷 WINE WEDNESDAY Nothing says summer like a relaxing evening of wine and live music. Every Wednesday, Double Oaks Bed & Breakfast hosts “Wine Wednesdays,” where you can enjoy just that! 🍷 WHAT: Wine Wednesday features delicious eats, a wide selection of beer and wine, and live music. ➡️ WHO: The Double Oaks Trio, which consists of piano, bass, and drums players, get the evening started with classy jazz music. Then, the open jam session begins! 📍 WHERE: Double Oaks Bed & Breakfast, a turn-of-the-century Colonial Revival mansion (204 N. Mendenhall St., Greensboro) ⏰ WHEN: Every Wednesday from 6-9 PM ✨ BONUS: The coffee bar will be open if you want a hot beverage or sweet treat to complete your night!
☕️COFFEE SHOP near Greensboro! ➡️ WHAT: Kindred Coffee & Kitchen is a locally and family-owned coffee and eatery that opened in 2022. They are a full service counter shop with good coffee, good eats, and an inviting atmosphere. ☕️THE MENU: Kindred serves delicious baked goods, fresh wraps, quality coffee drinks, ice cream, and more. Popular menu items include the affagatos, avocado toast, Nutella toast, matcha, and seasonal s’mores latte. ⏰ HOURS: Tues-Fri: 7 AM-2 PM, Sat: 8 AM-3 PM, Closed Sun & Mon 📍 WHERE: 116 E Main St. Unit A, Jamestown ✨ BONUS: They usually have a limited-time only or seasonal menu item, so you’ll have something new to try each time you stop by!
⛳️ NO-MEMBERSHIP GOLF COURSE near Greensboro!! Do you love golfing but don’t want to pay for a country club membership? Try Country Hills Golf Course! ➡️ WHAT: Country Hills in an 18-hole, par 71 course built in 1994. With Bermuda greens and fairways, hilly terrain, sand traps, and water near several holes, this beautiful course is sure to give you a challenge. ✨ THE DIFFERENCE: Country Hills offers the country club appeal without the country club price. Play a relaxing round of golf and enjoy a delicious meal and new connections as you lounge in the dining area afterwards. ⛳️ Weekday Rates: ~18 holes w/ golf cart: $35, 18 holes walking: $22 ~9 holes w/ golf cart: $25, 9 holes walking: $18 *Afternoon Special: After 1 PM, 18 holes is $29 and 9 holes is $20 ⛳️ Weekend Rates: ~18 holes: $44 ~9 holes: $32 *Afternoon Special: After 1 PM, 18 holes is $36 and 9 holes is $24 ⏰ HOURS: 7 AM-8 PM everyday 📍5610 Hicone Rd., Gibsonville
🐟 Fresh Seafood in Greensboro!! Craving seafood? Try The Captain’s Table! ➡️ THE BACKGROUND: The Captain’s Table opened their first restaurant in Michigan in 2016. They now have 3 locations in Michigan and 2 in North Carolina, including the Greensboro store that opened in 2020. 🐟 THE MENU: The Captain’s Table serves fresh seafood in a variety of original recipes, along with a few Southern favorites. All of their dishes have delicious flavors and quality ingredients. 🔥 WHAT TO ORDER: Popular dishes include the jumbo shrimp, breaded chicken sandwich, beer battered fried cod, and more! 🎊 BONUS: They are open for dine-in, pick-up, and delivery, so you can satisfy your seafood craving whether you’re looking for a relaxing night out or a meal on the go. ⏰ HOURS: Mon-Thur: 11 AM-10 PM, Fri-Sat: 11 AM-11 PM, Sun: 12-10 PM 📍 4637 W Market St., Greensboro
Award-Winning Winery near Greensboro! 🍷 WHAT: Grove Winery is an estate winery and vineyard that is just a short drive away from Greensboro (~25 minutes). ➡️ THE BACKGROUND: Since its opening in 2002, Grove Winery has become one of the most-awarded wineries on the East coast. They grow more than 80% of the grapes that they use to produce various types of wines on their property! 🏆 AWARDS: The Estate Merlot has won several gold medals, and the Estate Cabernet Sauvignon has won the double gold medal multiple times from the NC Wine Competition. In total, Grove has over 200 medals from local and international wine competitions. ✨ WHAT TO DO: The rural location makes Grove a great spot for outdoor activities, like walking, biking, hiking, canoeing, and horseback riding. Check their events calendar to see when they’ll have organized outdoor excursions! 🎵 MUSIC: Enjoy live music with Grove’s outdoor concert series, Wine & Song. Be sure to get your tickets for the next show on August 19! If you’re in the mood for some country tunes, Grove also loves to host line dancing nights. Check their page for dates! 📍 WHERE: 7360 Brooks Bridge Rd., Gibsonville ⏰ HOURS: The tasting room is open 12-6 PM daily!
☀️ Fun on the Farm!! Looking for something fun to do this summer? Check out some upcoming events at the beautiful Summerfield Farms: 💃 Line Dancing Class: July 26 🍷 Rooftop Tasting at Sunset: July 27 🌟 Movie Under the Stars featuring Moana: July 28 🍸 Harry Potter-Themed Cocktail Class: July 29 📚 Coloring Book Storytime with the Animals: August 2 🍽 Cooking Class: August 3 ➡️ Yellowstone-Themed Dinner: August 4 🍻 Beer Class: August 5 Want more suggestions? Sign up for our newsletter to have all the latest events delivered right to your inbox every week. Link in bio!
🌸Did you attend the Parisian Promenade at the Tanger Family Bicentennial Garden yesterday? Visitors experienced the sights and sounds of a spring afternoon in Paris right here in Greensboro. ✨Highlights included: ~ a strolling accordion player ~ live painters ~ aerial artist ~ family games ~ live music ~ sidewalk cafes ➡️ Parisian Promenade is a project of @greensborobeautiful and @gsoparksandrec ⚠️ Don’t miss out again and sign up for our weekly newsletter that delivers the must know events, happenings, and local news! Link in bio!
⚠️NEW FOOD TRUCK⚠️Experience Bold and Unique Flavors with @astro.dogs - The Ultimate Korean-Style Corn Dog Food TruckAstro Dogs is a brand new food truck serving the Winston-Salem, Greensboro & High Point area. The owner recently graduated from UNCG!📍500 S Josephine Boyd St, Greensboro, NC 27403 during the week 📍 824 S Josephine Boyd St, Greensboro on Sundays 📍 Traveling to various events in the Triad!➡️ Our team enjoyed:Sun, Neptune, Asteroid + Pluto
Looking for a dreamy restaurant patio to enjoy the spring weather in Greensboro? Check out @kioscomexicangrill ⬇️ ☀️ outdoor patio 🍹 jumbo margaritas 🎉 great for large groups 🌮 Mexican cuisine 📍Visit them at 3011 Spring Garden St. in Greensboro, NC ✨Who are you bringing with you to Kiosco Mexican Grill? Tag them below 👇🏽
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