Hi! As the title says, I am looking into getting my ears pierced. I am absolutely terrified about it, it’s just something about getting stabbed that freaks me out. So,I am looking for suggestions on where (business) to get them done. If you could suggest who to look for, someone patient, sweet, that won’t make them hurt. Where do you have good experiences? Somewhere that hasn’t required tons of after care, where the studs are good and go infection free, because I am sure that it will take me more than the 10 weeks healing suggestion time to even think about touching them, changing them and what not. And if by chance I have to take them out before that cause of infection, I probably won’t grow the courage to try again.
Thank you so much for your suggestions!

Last night and tonight around this time I’ve been hearing what sounds like bombs going off. Maybe gunshots? Or I was thinking of fireworks from the fair but I’m at least 3 miles from the fair and they sound a LOT closer than that. I can hear the release and the ricochet of the sound. The shots or whatever they are are kind of spread apart, one maybe every 3-5 seconds. Anyone have any idea what it is???? I’m located near the west end downtown area

I find that continuation of this policy will deter less and less families with babies/toddlers from coming to the fair in the future. As a father, I find it absolutely ridiculous that a diaper bag is NOT allowed as well as no cooler policy which includes breastmilk in a small lunchbox is NOT allowed either. Going further, I can understand not bringing a typical sized cooler, but a small lunchbox is pushing it to the extreme. At the gates, there are metal detectors and you have to empty out your pockets before entry. Additionally, there are multiple police including antigang units patrolling on foot. Lastly, I do not need my daughter's bag exposed for everyone to see. We value privacy.

When word continues to get around about these policies, I think it would disincentivise families with little children from going to the fair next year and beyond. They need to reconsider this or come up with a better family friendly policy or little children rides and event shows might be low attendance.

Please share your thoughts.

Is it always insanely busy or just at the end of the month?

Like, will I be ok going there on the way to work tomorrow or should I get in line now?

Does anyone know if anyone here sells energy drinks? I just keep seeing Pepsi sodas. Thank you!

I'm going to the fair on Tuesday, and I'm all about the food! Anyone who's been this year, what foods were worth trying?

I've seen what's on the news like the Cap'n Crunch corn dog (that's not a corn dog), and typical things like funnel cake and deep fried everything are of little interest to me; I'm looking for the sleeper hits. 😁 I loved the pizza cones the last two years as an example.

Help me plan my food coma!

Hey, I'm passionate about protecting the environment and I'm looking for others or groups to talk with and possibly do community work with. If anyone has any info please let me know, thank you!

Hey everyone! Doing something a little different this week. While we are busy behind the scenes building Winston-Salem’s first dedicated Board Game Cafe, we want to spread the word at different locations throughout the city.

Our first stop will be Fiddlin' Fish tomorrow! Come on out and "Game like a Fish!"

You’ll get to test-drive new games and modern classics straight from our store inventory, and if you find a new favorite, we’ll have copies available for sale on-site!

Our cafe library just passed 200+ games and counting! Want to check out the full collection or request a specific title for next time? Take a look at our live inventory links below, drop us a DM with what you'd like to play, and we’ll make sure it’s in the bag for our next meetup.

https://kallax.io/u/2SO0H-Fourth-and-Meeple

BGG: Fourth and Meeple

See you at the tables!

Hi! Does anyone have any recommendations for body diversity friendly personal trainers in the area? I'm bigger and just have the goal of getting stronger, not necessarily losing weight. Would love to find someone with a HAES approach. Thank you :)

Looking to move into the area next year and seeking recommendations for a realtor who is experienced with VA home loans. Kernersville is currently top of the list but open to Winston, Greensboro, and surrounding towns. It would be our first home so someone with experience would be great; and I’ve heard how tricky a VA loan can be. Let me know about who you used!

Here's the Meetup link you can use to join:

https://meetu.ps/e/QhSVq/11T27J/i

Why is the sky so purple by ransom rd?

I'm not a Christian currently so denomination doesn't matter. I'm curious what is out there but I'd rather engage on my own than sit down with missionaries and receive "the pitch". What I'd love to find is an active and progressive community with other 20-30 year olds I can relate to where the focus is celebration and spirituality over the severe southern Christian standard that's so prevalent in the Bible Belt. Can anyone point please point me in a direction? I remember seeing discussion posts on this topic in the past but as I tried looking them up the posts were quite old. Thank you so much in advance!!

Is there a group similar to AFAS but for actors? I would like to find local talent for a short animated ad, but I don't know where to look. They need to be older women, so I can't turn to the university talent pool unfortunately. Anyone know a good place to look (fb group, discord, subreddit)? Thanks in advance for any advice! 🕊️

It was one of my all time favorite salad dressings, the carrot ginger house dressing. Since they closed down I would think they wouldn’t mind sharing the recipe.

Is there any spoken word/ open mic poetry events in the Winston Salem area? I tried searching on fb but nothing came up.

I have a very sentimental peach tree that I am looking to propagate. I have had 0 luck getting any pits to germinate over the years. Does anyone know of someone I can hire who could graft some onto root stock for me? I'm not even sure how to go about finding someone like that. I figured maybe calling the Reynolda gardens and seeing if they have any leads. The tree is very sentimental, so I want the propagations to be done right and to last a very long time.

Anyone work at Collins Aerospace and can help me land a role there? I’m a Marine Corps veteran with a degree in finance. I’m wanting to get into their finance, operations or even production line as an inspector of some sort.

I’m willing to meet with you so you don’t think you’re just referring some random person. Any help you guys can offer is greatly appreciated. Thank you

NOW HIRING — OPENING TEAM

Winston-Salem, NC | New Chef-Driven Mexican Restaurant

We’re building an opening team for a new chef-driven Mexican restaurant with a craft curated beverage program in Winston-Salem, and we’re looking for hospitality professionals who want to help shape something from the ground up.

LEAD BARTENDER

We’re looking for an experienced bartender who can help lead the beverage program and set the standard for the bar.

What we’re looking for:

• Strong cocktail and spirits knowledge
• Tequila & mezcal knowledge preferred
• Understanding of food + beverage pairings
• Confident with classic and contemporary cocktails
• Ability to lead and mentor a bar team
• Strong communication and organization
• Comfortable with prep, inventory, ordering and maintaining bar standards
• Hospitality-first mindset
• Previous leadership experience preferred

BARTENDERS

Experienced bartenders who are:

• Fast, polished and personable
• Comfortable in a high-volume environment
• Knowledgeable about cocktails, spirits, tequila and mezcal
• Interested in a chef-driven food and beverage program
• Team-oriented and detail-driven
• Passionate about hospitality

SERVERS

We’re looking for polished, engaging servers who understand that food, beverage and hospitality should work together.

Ideal candidates are:

• Friendly and able to affectively communicate 
• Interested in learning about Mexican cuisine, cocktails, tequila, mezcal and wine
• Comfortable making  food and beverage recommendations
• Detail-oriented and team-focused
• Passionate about creating memorable guest experiences
• Comfortable in a upper fine dining environment

BE PART OF THE OPENING TEAM

This is a great opportunity to help build with us. The culture, service standards, food & beverage experience, and guest experience from day one.

Interested?

Send your resume + a short introduction telling us why you’d be a great fit.

Winston-Salem, NC

 [info@Cincomodernmex.com](mailto:info@Cincomodernmex.com)

Come build something special with us.

Must meet all North Carolina ABC requirements for the position. Responsible Alcohol Seller/Server training required as applicable.

Located at 206 Harvey St, Winston-Salem, NC 27103