cover photo by:  JODIE BRIM CREATIVE Amazing moments are taking place these days at Robert Hall in downtown Winston-Salem, and Owners Will and Christy Spencer love being part of some of the area’s most memorable lifetime celebrations. Paying tribute to the past is only one of the many qualities that make Industry Hill’s immensely popular multi-purpose event space and Airbnb destination so special, as it showcases an eclectic ambiance that’s tailor-made for a variety of event styles. If you can imagine it, the dedicated team of Event Manager Kris Walter, Sales Manager Mary Brunstetter, Ter ..read more

If you’re not feeling joy each time you look at your reflection in the mirror, it may be time to schedule a consultation with the ultimate self care professional! Dr. Neal Goldman of the Goldman Center for Facial Plastic Surgery is proud to have cared for aging faces in the Winston-Salem area since 1999 – and an ever-growing number of happy, confident smiles can confirm his expertise! Building during the pandemic and still with a steady rise in popularity, face and neck lifts are the most requested procedures at Dr. Goldman’s practices in both Clemmons and Boone, and now also in Greensboro. “O ..read more

In July 2018, amid the excitement and preparations surrounding the upcoming birth of their first child, Hannah Wilson (with support and encouragement from her husband, Chris) decided it was the right time to realize her dream to one day own a boutique-style event rental company. As Hannah shared, “If you have a dream, just take a leap of faith and see where it takes you.” So, young Hannah – recently graduated from college, newly married and anxiously anticipating the arrival of their little one, took the leap. With an impressive initial inventory of vintage furniture and accessories and the re ..read more

A new exhibition at Sawtooth School for Visual Art, presented with Salem College, champions women artists and furniture-makers working today while also making history in the process. Seating Assignment: Women in Contemporary Chairmaking and Craft Education, the first survey exhibition of its kind, features 14 chairs designed and fabricated by 15 women from all over the country. The chairs on display are diverse, ranging from the fantastical to the scientific, and all represent a high level of skill and creativity. Annie Evelyn’s Red Diamonds has a majestic presence, resembling a throne with a ..read more

Always true to a client’s personality and lifestyle, Hillcrest Vision focuses on creating a customized plan for every vision need.  Providing comprehensive eye care and one of the largest selections of frames and lenses in Winston-Salem – and now in Mocksville – Juawana Hall, OD, founded Hillcrest Vision in 2009. For 15 years, she has delivered on her promise to provide the highest quality eye care experience to patients of all ages. A Davie County resident herself, Dr. Hall saw a void in eye care options in the area and wanted to bring the same level of care to Mocksville residents that ..read more

It’s no secret that entrepreneurship isn’t a linear journey. Not only are there ups and downs, there are loop-de-loops and sharp turns along the way, as well, especially on the financial end for most business owners. Whether due to a slow sales month or a large business expense coming in, I’ve absolutely experienced the need to bring money in quickly in my own small business.  The next time you find yourself praying to see those payment notifications come through your inbox and increase your cash flow, here are three ideas to inject cash into your business.  #1 Circle Back! Re-sell T ..read more

Each year, more than 45 million Americans take part in birdwatching, spending approximately $41 billion on birdwatching-related trips and equipment to help feed and house birds in their own backyards. Spending time outdoors with our fine feathered friends increased during the pandemic with many staying home and having more time to interact with nature. Fred Willett, of Clemmons, Navy veteran and retired WSFC teacher, has combined an interest in building with birds and has made more than 500 birdhouses and given each of them away.   HGTV-Inspired Project Grew and Grew Although Fred an ..read more

by JOANNA LYALL We met with Katie Duckworth to learn more about her background and why her life is dedicated to helping patients and families. We also learned why her work, coupled with the generosity of a resilient community, makes it possible for patients to have access to resources so desperately needed when faced with a cancer diagnosis. That’s where the Cancer Patient Support Program and SummerLark come in. Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist’s Comprehensive Cancer Center started the Cancer Patient Support Program (CPSP) in 2008 as a resource for inpatients and outpatients to receive psych ..read more

Having served our community for 121 years — making them the oldest financial institution founded in Winston-Salem that is still in existence today — Piedmont Federal Bank continues to rebrand and strengthen its tradition of being a community-centered bank. Their steadfast focus is guiding customers to achieve their goals — and those goals require opening doors. Whether you’re purchasing a home, building your personal savings, or financing equipment for a small business venture, opening those doors for new growth builds a stronger community all around — and the very best place for your family t ..read more

When I opened Restoration MedSpa in 2015, I was bound and determined to offer the best procedures and products available, and if that meant investing in the best equipment available, so be it. Today, I continue to move forward by keeping an eye on the latest technological innovations. When I see something that improves safety and offers better outcomes, I am all in! Introducing the Sylfirm X RF Microneedling System For the third time since we opened eight years ago, I have upgraded our RF microneedling equipment, this time with the purchase of the Sylfirm X Microneedling System. RF Microneedli ..read more