Family Events - June Calendar

By Katie M

Triad Smarty Pants and Prudential Carolinas Realty hope you and your family enjoy a full month of family events this June! School is out, kids are home, and thankfully there is a lot going on! Check this event calendar often, as we are continuously adding new events!

Have an event to publicize? Just email us your information to triadsmartypants@gmail.com and we'll get it added! Please try to send us information in an email or Word document only (no PDFs or JPGs), and be sure to include name of event, date, time, location (including street address), web site link, phone and/or email if applicable, and short description. Or, add your event as a comment at the end of this blog!

So here's the smarty scoop so far...

Tuesday, June 1

Soil Stories
Every Tuesday 3:30 – 4pm
Where Greensboro Childrens Museum
Come explore the richness of African American Culture through indoor garden activities. We will make crafts with cotton, okra, and other vegetables, read stories, and design our own gardens every Tuesday.

"Only Skin Deep? Tattooing in World Cultures"
All throughout the month of June, 10am – 4:30pm
Museum of Anthropology, Wake Forest University, Wingate Road, W-S
People all over the world have marked the skin permanently with dark pigments for thousands of years. In this exhibit, student curators explore why ancient mummies, members of traditional societies, and Wake Forest students are tattooed and with what designs. The traditional implements, historic illustrations, and contemporary photographs on display will excite tattoo aficionados and those just curious about a widespread custom. Admission is free.

Greensboro Grasshoppers
7pm Home Game - see website for details

Wednesday, June 2

Family Night at ArtQuest
Wednesday, June 2 from 5 - 7 pm
ArtQuest, Green Hill Center, 200 N. Davie St, GSO
Free admission for kids and parents!

Greensboro Grasshoppers
10:45am Home Game - see website for details

Thursday, June 3

Preschool Storytime
Thursday, June 3, 2010, 10:30 – 11:15am
Clemmons Branch Library, 3554 Clemmons Road, Clemmons, NC 27012
Preschoolers ages 3 to 5 years and their caregivers come join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and crafts! Location: Clemmons Auditorium. Phone #: 336-703-2920

Winston-Salem Dash
7pm Home Game, view website for details

Greensboro Grasshoppers
7pm Home Game - see website for details

Friday, June 4

Paws To Read
Friday, June 4, 11 a.m.
Childrens Museum of Winston-Salem
The Winston-Salem Dog Training Club will bring their furry friends (dog therapy certified) by for a ter-ruff-ic storytime. You can love on the dogs, hear a story, see their special tricks, and even read a story to them! Free with paid admission or Museum membership.

Mad Hatter’s Party
Friday, June 4 from 7-10 pm
Historic Brookstown Inn, 200 Brookstown Ave, W-S
For the sixth year, this event presented by the Winston-Salem Youth Chorus, will feature live music, food and drink (compliments of Cotton Mill restaurant), costumed entertainment, and a live and a silent auction. Come wearing your own costumes from Alice in Wonderland! $50/pp.

Day Out With Thomas
June 4 - June 13
Tweetsie Railroad, Highway 321 between Boone and Blowing Rock
See our alert on this event.

First Friday in Downtown Greensboro
Friday, June 4, 2010, 6 – 9pm
Downtown Greensboro, Elm Street Greensboro
First Friday is a free, self-guided tour of Downtown Greensboro’s shops, galleries and alternative arts venues that participate with specially programmed events and extended hours (until 9pm) on the first Friday of every month. The event is an opportunity to explore the center city’s local artistic community and encourages commerce and support of locally-owned, independent businesses located in Downtown. First Friday is promoted through a partnership between Downtown Greensboro Inc. and the United Arts Council of Greater Greensboro. Check for future updates and a downloadable map/guide at the First Friday Web site, www.downtownfridays.com.

"Cinderella"
Shallowford Square, Lewisville
Free to public. Concessions available. Show starts at 8 pm.

Winston-Salem Dash
7pm Home Game, view website for details

Greensboro Grasshoppers
7pm Home Game - see website for details

Saturday, June 5

Japanese Cultural Program
Saturday, June 5, 11 a.m.
Childrens Museum of Winston-Salem
Experience a bit of Japanese culture as you hear some traditional Japanese tales and make some Japanese treats. Come learn about Japanese fencing, Kendo, as we make samurai hats and hear some great Japanese folktales. Free with paid admission or Museum membership.

Greensboro's 13th Annual National Trails Day Celebration & Trails Fair
Saturday, June 5 from 7:30 am am to 1 pm
Bur-Mil Park, 5834 Bur-Mil Club Rd.
Long hike at 7:30 am, Trail Mix 5K Race at 8:30 am (donation required), Short hike (3.3 miles) at 9 am, Guided Nature Walk at 10 am, Intro to Mountain Biking at 10 am, festival favorites, interactive exhibits, live music, and kayak demos! Free!

"Cinderella"
Shallowford Square, Lewisville
Free to public. Concessions available. Show starts at 8 pm.

Day Out With Thomas
June 4 - June 13
Tweetsie Railroad, Highway 321 between Boone and Blowing Rock
See our alert on this event.

Smells Like Roses (and Lavender)
Saturday, June 5, 10 am to 4 pm
High Point Museum
Early American women used homemade scented waters for skin tonics, scenting linens, and more. Make your own small bottle of rose or lavender water. All ages welcome. $1 per bottle. Free for members. Drop-in.

Winston-Salem Dash
7pm Home Game, view website for details

Sunday, June 6

The Story Hatchery
Sunday, June 6 at 2 pm
Barnhill's, 811 Burke Street, Winston-Salem
The Story Hatchery was founded to give children and young adults a place to explore and tell their stories. We seek to help them learn to write through an organic, nourishing experience so they develop positive associations with the craft. Barnhill's will also offer children's storytime every Saturday at 10:30 and 1:00.

Family First Workshop: Self-Portrait Paper Collage Workshop
Reynolda House, Winston-Salem
Explore the faces and bodies in Looking At/Looking In and create a paper-collage self-portrait. $7 per person, includes art supplies and refreshments. Reservations are required; call 758-5389 for more information and to register. These two-hour workshops begin at 2 p.m. on the first Sunday of each month (some holiday exceptions) for elementary school-aged children accompanied by an adult.

Music for a Sunday Evening in the Park
Sunday, June 6 at 5:30
Country Park, GSO
Free – bring a picnic! See website for more info.

"Cinderella"
Shallowford Square, Lewisville
Free to public. Concessions available. Show starts at 8 pm.

Day Out With Thomas
June 4 - June 13
Tweetsie Railroad, Highway 321 between Boone and Blowing Rock
See our alert on this event.

Smells Like Roses (and Lavender)
Sunday, June 6, 1 pm to 4 pm
High Point Museum
Early American women used homemade scented waters for skin tonics, scenting linens, and more. Make your own small bottle of rose or lavender water. All ages welcome. $1 per bottle. Free for members. Drop-in.

Winston-Salem Dash
2pm Home Game, view website for details

Monday, June 7

Hive Time
Every Monday, 10:30 - 11am
Greensboro Children's Museum
Introducing Busy Bees Hive Time - 10:30am Mondays, stories, songs and activities with Ms. Gabrielle and Ms. Mary Margaret

Day Out With Thomas
June 4 - June 13
Tweetsie Railroad, Highway 321 between Boone and Blowing Rock
See our alert on this event.

Tuesday, June 8


Day Out With Thomas
June 4 - June 13
Tweetsie Railroad, Highway 321 between Boone and Blowing Rock
See our alert on this event.

Wednesday, June 9

Day Out With Thomas
June 4 - June 13
Tweetsie Railroad, Highway 321 between Boone and Blowing Rock
See our alert on this event.

Thursday, June 10

Day Out With Thomas
June 4 - June 13
Tweetsie Railroad, Highway 321 between Boone and Blowing Rock
See our alert on this event.

Sixth Annual Twin City Rib Fest
June 10 - 13
Dixie Classic Fairgrounds, 2825 University Parkway, W-S
See web site for times, prices and details.

"Cinderella"
Shallowford Square, Lewisville
Free to public. Concessions available. Show starts at 8 pm

Winston-Salem Dash
7pm Home Game, view website for details

Greensboro Grasshoppers
7pm Home Game - see website for details

Friday, June 11

Day Out With Thomas
June 4 - June 13
Tweetsie Railroad, Highway 321 between Boone and Blowing Rock
See our alert on this event.

Sixth Annual Twin City Rib Fest
June 10 - 13
Dixie Classic Fairgrounds, 2825 University Parkway, W-S
See web site for times, prices and details.

"Cinderella"
Shallowford Square, Lewisville
Free to public. Concessions available. Show starts at 8 pm.

Family $1 Friday
Friday, June 11 4-8 pm
SciWorks
$1 per person admission fee (2 years old and up); free for members

Winston-Salem Dash
7pm Home Game, view website for details

Greensboro Grasshoppers
7pm Home Game - see website for details


Saturday, June 12

Bruegger’s Bagels Supports Brenner Children’s Hospital
Saturday, June 12
Bruegger's Stratford Road location, Winston-Salem
A fundraiser for Brenner Children’s Hospital by Bruegger’s Bagels will be held Saturday, June 12 at the Stratford Road location. Bruegger’s will donate 15 percent of flier sales to the children’s hospital. Supporters can download the flier here. It must be presented to the cashier at checkout for the donation to apply. Also on that day, Bruegger, in conjunction with other Towers Plaza stores, will host an American Red Cross blood drive. Products and services from Towers Plaza businesses and others, such as Glamour Shots, TGIF Friday’s, Outback Steakhouse, and Jennifer K Designs, will be raffled. Safe Kids Northwest Piedmont will be on hand to provide car seat safety checks and other safety demonstrations, and the Brenner Children’s Hospital Transport Team will be on site as well.

Cherry Picking
Levering Orchard, home of the South's largest Cherry orchard (about one hour north of W-S)
Come enjoy over 44 varieties of cherries spread out over 32 acres. With more than 44
varieties, we have a cherries to suit everyone's taste. Picking your own cherries is one of life's greatest pleasures. Cherry picking is a wonderful opportunity to create lasting memories with friends and families. We encourage our visitors to bring a picnic basket and enjoy the beautiful scenery and clear mountain breezes the Blue Ridge Mountains have to offer. So stop on by for a visit, we'd love to have you. Phone: 278-755-3593. Email: info@leveringorchard.com.

Sixth Annual Twin City Rib Fest
June 10 - 13
Dixie Classic Fairgrounds, 2825 University Parkway, W-S
See web site for times, prices and details.

"Cinderella"
Shallowford Square, Lewisville
Free to public. Concessions available. Show starts at 8 pm.

Day Out With Thomas
June 4 - June 13
Tweetsie Railroad, Highway 321 between Boone and Blowing Rock
See our alert on this event.

Blacksmithing Demonstration in the Historical Park
Saturday, June 12, 10 am to 4 pm
High Point Museum
Come watch our costumed blacksmith in action as he crafts various iron pieces. All ages welcome. FREE. Drop-in.

Pro Yo-Yo Expo!
Saturday, June 12, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Children's Museum of Winston-Salem
Come watch the pros compete for the state title of Yo-Yo King or Queen! Enjoy demonstrations, workshops and the chance for children to learn some yo-yo tricks of their very own! Free with paid admission or Museum membership.

Community Day at Old Salem
Saturday, June 12 from 10 - 5 pm
Old Salem Museum & Gardens, W-S
Join us as we celebrate 60 years of preservation, restoration, conservation, and education at Old Salem! Old Salem, Inc. was founded in 1950 and we’ll take you back in time with antique cars, hula hoop contests… and more! All activities are FREE, thanks to our sponsors, NewBridge Bank and ReynoldsAmerican, as our way of saying thank you to the community for 60 years of support! Activities include a hula hoop contest, Elvis tribute, historic games, puppet shows, plus food and soda sold by Mayberry’s and Winkler Bakery. More info on web site.

Winston-Salem Dash
7pm Home Game, view website for details

Greensboro Grasshoppers
7pm Home Game - see website for details


Sunday, June 13

Blacksmithing Demonstration in the Historical Park
Sunday, June 13, 1 pm to 4 pm
High Point Museum
Come watch our costumed blacksmith in action as he crafts various iron pieces. All ages welcome. FREE. Drop-in.

Music for a Sunday Evening in the Park
Sunday, June 13 at 5:30
Blandwood Mansion, GSO
Free – bring a picnic! See website for more info

Sixth Annual Twin City Rib Fest
June 10 - 13
Dixie Classic Fairgrounds, 2825 University Parkway, W-S
See web site for times, prices and details.

Day Out With Thomas
June 4 - June 13
Tweetsie Railroad, Highway 321 between Boone and Blowing Rock
See our alert on this event.

Winston-Salem Dash
2pm Home Game, view website for details

Monday, June 14

Hive Time
Every Monday, 10:30 - 11am
Greensboro Children's Museum
Introducing Busy Bees Hive Time - 10:30am Mondays, stories, songs and activities with Ms. Gabrielle and Ms. Mary Margaret

Tuesday, June 15

Spirited Away
June 15, 16, 17 & 19 - 1 showing daily at 11am
a/perture Cinema, W-S
All tickets: $5. Spirited Away is Hayao Miyazaki's 2001 Oscar winning film. Coming in July: The Triplets of Belleville. For more info please visit www.aperturecinema.com.

Winston-Salem Dash
7pm Home Game, view website for details

Wednesday, June 16

Spirited Away
June 15, 16, 17 & 19 - 1 showing daily at 11am
a/perture Cinema, W-S
All tickets: $5. Spirited Away is Hayao Miyazaki's 2001 Oscar winning film. Coming in July: The Triplets of Belleville. For more info please visit www.aperturecinema.com.

Winston-Salem Dash
7pm Home Game, view website for details

Thursday, June 17

Simply Story Time
Every Thursday, 3:30pm
Greensboro Childrens Museum
Join us for story time in the theater. Free with admission/membership.

Spirited Away
June 15, 16, 17 & 19 - 1 showing daily at 11am
a/perture Cinema, W-S
All tickets: $5. Spirited Away is Hayao Miyazaki's 2001 Oscar winning film. Coming in July: The Triplets of Belleville. For more info please visit www.aperturecinema.com.

Once Upon A Mattress
Thursday, June 17, 2010, 8pm
Fitzpatrick Auditorium
Kernersville Elementary School
If you thought you knew the story of "The Princess and The Pea," you may be in for a walloping surprise! Did you know, for instance, that Princess Winnifred actually swam the moat to reach Prince Dauntless the Drab? Or that Lady Larken's love for Sir Harry provided a rather compelling reason that she reach the bridal altar post haste? Or that, in fact, it wasn't the pea at all that caused the princess a sleepless night? Carried on a wave of wonderful songs, by turns hilarious and raucous, romantic and melodic, this rollicking spin on the familiar classic of royal courtship and comeuppance provides for some side-splitting shenanigans. Chances are you'll never look at fairy tales quite the same way again.

Winston-Salem Dash
7pm Home Game, view website for details

Friday, June 18

Saturday, June 19

Early American Dancing & Courting Rituals in the Historical Park
Saturday, June 19, 10 am to 4 pm
High Point Museum
If you enjoy the dancing scenes in the Jane Austen movies, you won’t want to miss this program. Come try out some popular country dances of the late 18th and early 19th century. No experience necessary! You’ll also learn about courting rituals of the time. All ages welcome. FREE. Drop-in.

Spirited Away
June 15, 16, 17 & 19 - 1 showing daily at 11am
a/perture Cinema, W-S
All tickets: $5. Spirited Away is Hayao Miyazaki's 2001 Oscar winning film. Coming in July: The Triplets of Belleville. For more info please visit www.aperturecinema.com.

Sunday, June 20

36 North Sprint Triathlon
Sunday, June 20
Tanglewood Park, Clemmons
Designed to be perfect for first-time triathletes as well as competitive for more seasoned racers. The race starts with a spectator-friendly pool swim in the beautiful outdoor pool at Tanglewood Park, followed by a scenic 12 mile bike ride, and finishes with a 5K course that offers both on-road and off-road running. At the finish line, the expo area offers kids activities for kids of all ages and a nice cold brew and massage for participants. The post-race expo is bigger and better than you'd expect for a sprint triathlon. Race registration now open. Click link above.

Music for a Sunday Evening in the Park
Sunday, June 20 at 5:30 pm
Hester Park, GSO
Free – bring a picnic! See website for more info

Early American Dancing & Courting Rituals in the Historical Park
Sunday, June 20, 1 pm to 4 pm
High Point Museum
If you enjoy the dancing scenes in the Jane Austen movies, you won’t want to miss this program. Come try out some popular country dances of the late 18th and early 19th century. No experience necessary! You’ll also learn about courting rituals of the time. All ages welcome. FREE. Drop-in.

Monday, June 21

WWW.CRAZYRUNNING.COM
Who: Athletes ages 7 – 14
When: June 21 – 25, 9am- 12noon
Where: William G. White, Jr. Family YMCA
Cost: $100 – YMCA members, $125 – non-members
Crazy Running is excited to offer a one week running clinic this summer at the William G. White, Jr. Family YMCA! This fun, energy-packed half-day program is designed to introduce the sport of Track and Field, and will provide great workouts to help improve the young athlete’s endurance strength, and speed. (Registration for this special summer clinic is at the William G. White, Jr. Family YMCA at the membership desk.)


Tuesday, June 22

Soil Stories
Every Tuesday 3:30 – 4pm
Greensboro Childrens Museum
Come explore the richness of African American Culture through indoor garden activities. We will make crafts with cotton, okra, and other vegetables, read stories, and design our own gardens every Tuesday.

Chick-fil-A Family Night
All Triad Area Chick-fil-A's will host an incredible night of meal deals and fire safety fun for the kids. Depending on which location you visit, you may meet firemen, see firetrucks, get your own hat, play on bounce houses, get a child ID kit, etc. Come join the fun!

Wednesday, June 23

“Sounds” like Fun
Wednesday, June 23; 10:00-11:00
Natural Science Center of Greensboro
Catch some good vibrations as we investigate sound. We’ll meet some “noisy” animals, try some musical experiments and make our own instruments to take home. $10 Member /$15 Non-member adult/child pair

Thursday, June 24

Girls Night Out with Jewelry XOX
Thursday, June 24 from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Old Winston Social Club, 1131 Burke Street (across from Burke Street Pizza in downtown Winston-Salem)
Enjoy appetizers and select drinks at 1/2 price. Check out the fabulous jewelry - all under $25! Giveaways and lots of fun. Bring a friend and we'll see you there!

Greensboro Grasshoppers
7pm Home Game - see website for details

Friday, June 25

Greensboro Grasshoppers
7pm Home Game - see website for details


Saturday, June 26

TriadMommies.com Cookies for Kids' Cancer Bake Sale
Saturday, June 26 from 10 am - 2 pm
Outside Cici's Pizza, 819 South Main Street, Kernersville, NC
Come join TriadMommies.com as we raise money to fight childhood cancer!
All proceeds will go to Cookies for Kids' Cancer, a non-profit founded
by the mother of a child with cancer. Cookies for Kids' Cancer's
focuses on supporting research for new and improved therapies for
pediatric cancer. Come help us make a difference!

Greensboro Grasshoppers
7pm Home Game - see website for details

Race for Victor and Pitt Hopkins Syndrome (5k Race and Walk)
June 26 at 8:30am (online registration starts 8:00am)
Historic Bethabara Park, 2147 Bethabara Road, Winston-Salem
Contact: Theresa Pauca (theresapauca@gmail.com) or Paul Pauca (paulpauca@gmail.com)
336-760-2016 for more information.

Super Hero Night
Saturday, June 26, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Childrens Museum of Winston-Salem
$8/member, $10/non-member
Your super hero training and certification night is finally here! By the end of the night, you will have mastered all of the super hero requirements: a stunning uniform, a super hero strength and agility training course, villain patrol and round up, kryptonite toss, and much more! You will first enjoy a pizza dinner to make sure you have the strength for the tests that are sure to follow! We will be making some serious super hero capes, but you are encouraged to come in your uniform! Click here to register. Pre-payment is required to confirm your registration.

Korner's Folly Family Revue
Saturday, June 26, 2010, 10am
Cupid's Park at the Folly
Don't miss the fantastic puppet show in Cupid's Park at the Folly. For only $5 per person, learn about the Folly's history while being entertained.

Blacksmithing Demonstration in the Historical Park
Saturday, June 26, 10 am to 4pm
High Point Museum
Come watch our costumed blacksmith in action as he crafts various iron pieces. All ages welcome. FREE. Drop-in.

Sunday, June 27

Blacksmithing Demonstration in the Historical Park
Sunday, June 27, 1 pm to 4pm
High Point Museum
Come watch our costumed blacksmith in action as he crafts various iron pieces. All ages welcome. FREE. Drop-in.

Music for a Sunday Evening in the Park
Sunday, June 27 at 5:30 pm
National Military Park, GSO
Free – bring a picnic! See website for more info

Winston-Salem Dash
5pm Home Game, view website for details

Greensboro Grasshoppers
4pm Home Game "Thomas and Friends Celebration" - see website for details


Monday, June 28


Greensboro Grasshoppers
12:30pm Home Game - see website for details

Winston-Salem Dash
7pm Home Game, view website for details

Tuesday, June 29

BestHealth Family Program: Simulated Grocery Store Tour
Tuesday, June 29 at 11 am
Hanes Mall (Winston-Salem), Upper level, between Belk and JC Penney, across from the mall branch of the post office
BestHealth dietitian Amy Fanjoy takes kids ages 5 to 7 on a simulated tour of a healthy foods marketplace. Little shoppers learn how to make healthy choices and get to try some tasty samples

Winston-Salem Dash
7pm Home Game, view website for details

Soil Stories
Every Tuesday 3:30 – 4pm
Greensboro Childrens Museum
Come explore the richness of African American Culture through indoor garden activities. We will make crafts with cotton, okra, and other vegetables, read stories, and design
our own gardens every Tuesday.

Wednesday, June 30

“Sow a Story: Summer Stories, Songs, and Crafts”
June 30, July 14, August 4, August 18 from 10:00-11:00am
Reynolda Church, 2200 Reynolda Road, Winston-Salem, 27106
Bring a picnic lunch and join us for some playground fun at 11:00am (weather permitting)
Aimed at ages 3-6, but all are welcome!
Contact Emilie Wagner for more information: ewagner@rcstaff.org

Winston-Salem Dash
7pm Home Game, view website for details

BestHealth Family Program: Cooking 101: Healthy Budget Meals for College Students
Wednesday, June 30 at 6 pm
Hanes Mall (Winston-Salem), Upper level, between Belk and JC Penney, across from the mall branch of the post office
Chef Thomas Lantz shows college students and their parents how to turn everyday staples into healthy, tasty meals that will also provide leftovers for late night studying.

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