a/perture cinema

This addition is long overdue, even though the theater has only been open for a month. I did not just want to write about the idea of the theater, but wanted to experience it first hand before adding it to the list.

In the last month, I have seen 5 movies at a/perature.
New York, I Love you
The Education
Broken Embraces
The Private Lives of Pippa Lee
William Kunstler: Disturbing the Universe

The Education was my favorite but all were entertaining and different from one another. Not only did I want a downton theater, but I wanted it to have quality movies, good popcorn, and comfortable seats. In addition, the people who work there know a thing or two about customer service. If you haven't been, go. If you find a movie that you like, see it quick because many of the films don't hang around for more than a week or two.

Dinner + Movie + Downtown = Awesome.

Smitty's Notes

If you want to know what is going on in our communtiy, Smittys Notes is a great resource. Jeff "Smitty" Smith has a Web site and a bi-monthly newsletter that keeps folks abreast of what's happening in Winston-Salem.

Life in Forsyth Blog

Lucy Cash's blog Life in Forsyth is a daily reminder why we live in this community. There are so many wonderful landmarks, hidden jewels, events, and people that make this community great, and Lucy brings them to life with her jaunts about town.

Lucy, a.k.a Esbee, is a "stay-at-home" mother of two boys, who does not stay at home very often. She is out exploring our city as it should be explored and sharing her experiences with her faithful readers.

You will get to know a lot of the regulars in the comment section: Yarddawg, 4thBG, KT, Esbette, l.c., just to name a few. Her readers are a community within the community and add to the charm of the blog.

Lucy's writing style is a reflection of her personality. She is smart, witty, and a bit goofy on occasion. All things that I look for in any type of entertainment.

If you are new to Winston-Salem, or even if you have lived here your entire life there is something in the blog for everyone and you may discover that there is more to this county than you thought.

Breakfast of Course

Breakfast of CourseBreakfast of Course is one of those restaurants that you want everyone to know about, but you also want to keep it to yourself.

There is outdoor seating and indoor seating with plenty to keep your eyes busy in both. Mary's has art from local artists hanging on the wall.

The wait staff is friendly and attentive. The food is

Location: 301 Brookstown Avenue, W-S- 27101

Winston-Salem Monthly Magazine

It is the first week in January and we are all looking for things to do indoors.

A hot cup of Krankies Holiday roast, fuzzy slippers, and a blanket and I am ready to dive into the January 2010 issue of Winston-Salem Monthly.

I signed up for this magazine at a festival downtown and have enjoyed it ever since. It is a wonderful glimse into our area with wonderful tips about shopping, events, and the people that make Winston-Salem such a great place to live, work and play.

Farmer's Markets

With all of the buzz about going "local" when you are shopping, there is nothing better than going to one of Winston-Salem's local Farmer's Markets.
Krankies Farmers Market
Every Tuesday 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
@Krankies Coffee, 211 E. Third St.

This is a partnership between Krankies' owners and the Triad Buying Co-op Inc, and it is a "grower-only market" where all products sold must be raised/grown by the farmer that is selling.

Artist: Mary Kate McDevitt

Dixie Classic Fairgrounds Farmer's MarketEvery Saturday throughout the year 6:00 am - 12:00 noon. Located at the Dixie Classic Fairgrounds. Enter parking area off of 27th Street.

Just a Little Bit of Everything! Flowers, Handmade Baskets, Cakes & Pies, Fresh Baked Breads, Fruits & Vegetables, Jams & Jellies, Honey, Variety of Crafts and Much More!