Wednesday, July 29, 2009
Smarty Scoop on Weekend Events
By Katie M
Happy Wednesday, Smarties! We're happy to report that today's post is sponsored by Confluence Coffee, a great child-friendly (and mom-friendly!) coffee shop. You may remember our post about them back in January. Well, they are celebrating their 1st Birthday on Saturday, August 1 and we’re all invited!
You don’t want to miss this FREE family celebration. Beginning at 11:30 am, Confluence will have carnival games, three bounce houses, food from East Coast Wings, face painting, live fire engine demonstrations, live music, a Guitar Hero Wii tournament, and princess party featuring story and craft times, dress up, games and dancing. It lasts ALL day (from 11:30 am to 10 pm) and it’s FREE. So come out and enjoy the fun!! An entire entertainment line-up (including bands playing Friday night) can be found on their blog. We’ll see you there!
As for the rest of the weekend, read on!
Car Seat Checks
Friday, July 31 from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm
Babies R Us, 975 Hanes Mall Blvd, W-S
The City of Winston-Salem is hosting this free event. Local Child Passenger Safety Technicians will be available to check your child seat installation and answer questions.
"Dorothy Meets Alice"
Friday 7:30 p.m., Saturday 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. and Sunday 3 p.m.
Glenwood Presbyterian Church, 1205 Glenwood Ave., GSO
This fun-filled musical romp follows Alice and Dorothy and their coteries as they try to unscramble their stories with the help of a contemporary young lad who started the whole thing to begin with when he put off a book report until the very last minute. Presented by Community Theatre of Greensboro Children’s Theatre. Adults, $7; ages 12 and under, $5. Phone: 336-333-7470.
Yoga - Look Mom, New Legs!
Friday, July 31 at 6 pm
Sunrise Yoga Studio 6000 Meadowbrook Mall, Suite 1, Clemmons
This hip opening class is for all levels will release and open all areas of the legs and hips. Taught by Becky Hieter. Cost: $15. Need more information? 336-778-1233.info@sunriseyoga.net
All-a-Flutter Butterfly Farm Saturday Family Days
Saturday, August 1 at 10 am
All-a-Flutter Butterfly Farm, 7850 Clinard Farms Road, HP
Bring the whole family to view and feed monarch butterflies up close and personal. Picnic tables around the flight house and a misting tent are available during the warm summer months to keep you cool. Adults, $6; children, $5. 10 a.m. Phone: 336-454-5651.
Blacksmithing Demonstration
Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and Sunday 1-4 p.m.
High Point Museum, 1859 E. Lexington Ave., HP
Come watch a costumed blacksmith in action as he crafts various iron pieces. All ages welcome. Free. Phone: 336-885-1859.
United Kennel Club Dog Show
Saturday, August 1 at 7 am
Dixie Classic Fairground (Bolton Home & Garden Bldg)
421 W. 27th Street, W-S
Cost: Free. Need more information? 336-725-5635
K-9s in Flight Frisbee Dogs
Saturday, August 1
Tweetsie Railroad, U.S. Highway 321 between Boone and Blowing Rock
Come see the K-9s in Flight Frisbee Dogs run, jump, flip and dive as they dazzle the crowd at Tweetsie Railroad. John Misita’s entourage of incredibly talented, amazingly athletic canine friends will perform at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. daily for Tweetsie guests. The K-9s in Flight Frisbee Dogs performance is included in the regular admission prices to Tweetsie Railroad. Phone: 1-877-TWEETSIE.
Kids' Bank Fishing Tournament
Saturday, August 1 from 9 am to Noon
Guilford Mackintosh Park and Marina, Burlington
Burlington Recreation and Parks and Vaughn Designs present the 11th Annual Lori Brady Foster Memorial Kids' Bank Fishing in the Park. Kids will be put into three age groups ranging from 1-15 and trophies and prizes will be awarded in each. One overall prize will be awarded for the largest fish of the day. Kids will receive free pizza and drinks. Free. Phone: 336-449-2078.
Summer on Trade
Saturday, August 1 from 7 - 10 pm
Corner 6th and Trade streets in The Arts District, W-S
The best street party in the Triad is back for its 10th year celebration. Each Saturday night this summer, plan to come to Downtown's Arts District for an eclectic mix of live music, delicious festival food and beverages and dancing in the streets. Fun for the entire family! Free. Phone: 336-354-1500.
American Idols Live Tour 2009
Sunday, August 2 at 7 pm
Greensboro Coliseum, 1921 W. Lee St., GSO
Top 10 finalists from American Idol featuring Adam Lambert, Allison Iraheta, Anoop Desai, Danny Gokey, Kris Allen, Lil Rounds, Matt Giraud, Megan Joy, Michael Sarver and Scott Macintyre, will perform live. $39.50, $54.50, $68.50. Phone: 800-745-3000.
Family First Workshop: Figurative Sculpture
Sunday, August 2 from 2-4 p.m.
Reynolda House Museum of American Art, 2250 Reynolda Road, W-S
An art workshop for elementary school-aged children and their adult caregivier. Explore 3-D art in the Museum followed by a sculpture activity in the studio as well as a swim in the historic Reynolda House pool. Reservations required. $7. Phone: 336-758-5389.
Music for a Sunday Evening in the Park
Sunday, August 2 at 6:30 pm
Latham Park, GSO
Bring a picnic dinner and enjoy the Greensboro Concert Band in an outdoor concert for the whole family. Free. 6:30 p.m. Phone: 336-373-2373.
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1 comments:
Saturday at Confluence sounds like so much fun! We have not been there yet, but this will be a perfect time to check it out.
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