Kristi was born and raised just up the road in Mount Airy (a.k.a. Mayberry) and frequented Winston-Salem often growing up for school field trips, shopping, and dining. After attending Appalachian State University, and a brief stint living in Southern Virginia, Kristi returned to Winston-Salem, NC in 1999 and began her work in non-profit, public relations and writing. She and her family enjoy the convenience of living near downtown Winston-Salem. She enjoys the arts, photography and cooking. "I'm a small town girl at heart, but Winston-Salem isn't an overwhelming city. It is rich with friendly people, history, culture and has a vibrant art community and that is why I am proud to call this "My Winston-Salem!"
Kristi Marion Updated: September 23, 2013 Weekend Roundup
Top Outdoor Pick:
The Chili Ride
By Winston-Salem Community Bike Ride This 10-mile bicycle ride winds through Piedmont Triad Research Park and around Winston Lake and ends at a community meal and performance at Krankies Coffee. Vegetarian chili and cornbread will be provided courtesy of Whole Foods. Note: You must RSVP to eat. |
Kristi Marion Updated: September 23, 2013 Weekend Roundup
 | Top Glamour Pick:
Star Power Thursdays- Thursday, February 28, 2013
- 4:30-8PM
- Reynolda House Museum of Art
- $5; members & students free
- www.reynoldahouse.org
Star Power Thursdays at the Museum include music, entertainment, refreshments and admission to see the exhibition Star Power: Edward Steichen's Glamour Photography. Dale Pollock, professor of cinema studies at UNCSA will discuss Billy Wilder's film, Sunset Boulevard, which embodies the enchantment of the silent film era. A cast from Twin City Stage will perform selected songs from Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical of the same title. The fashion photography exhibit displayed with Reynolds family fashion from the era runs through May 19, 2013. |
Kristi Marion Updated: September 23, 2013 Weekend Roundup
 | Top Hollywood Event:
A/Perture Red Carpet Party Celebrate Hollywood's biggest night at a/perture cinema and watch the Academy Awards live on the big screen. The $25 admission includes dessert, drinks, a chance to win prizes as well as later admission to Star Power: Edward Steichen's Glamour Photography the new exhibit at Reynolda House. |
Kristi Marion Updated: October 14, 2014 Restaurants
Located on Stratford Road in the former Lucky 32 location (also former Big Shotz Tavern and the short-lived Buena Vista Grill), Five Points Restaurant (or 5 Points Restaurant) has made a big splash in the Winston-Salem restaurant scene. They serve lunch and dinner seven days a week and offer brunch on the weekends. There are …
Kristi Marion Updated: September 23, 2013 Weekend Roundup
 | Top Valentine Art Pick:
Paint Your Date Paint your date Picasso-style with the help of a professional artist. Bring a bottle of wine and an appetizer or order from Burke Street Pizza next door. |
Kristi Marion Updated: September 23, 2013 Weekend Roundup
| Top Food Pick:
Kiwanis Pancake Jamboree- Friday, February 8, 2013
- 6:30AM-8PM
- Benton Convention Center
- 301 W. Fifth St.
- Admission: $6 adults; $3 kids
- www.twincitykiwanis.org
Enjoy all you can eat pancakes and sausage while listening to live music at the 56th Annual Twin City Kiwanis Pancake Jamboree. Proceeds benefit the Twin City Kiwanis Club's youth programs. |
Kristi Marion Updated: September 23, 2013 Resources
Now this is a mobile app all Winston-Salem residents can benefit from. The new free City Link 311 app for smartphones and tablets allows residents to make a suggestion, request service or report a problem at the convenient click of a button…
Kristi Marion Updated: September 23, 2013 Weekend Roundup
 | Top Outdoor Pick:
Pop-Up Cobblestone Farmers Market It's off-season for the Farmers Market at Old Salem, but you can still get your locally grown vegetables, produce and more from more than 14 certified farmers who also sell at the Cobblestone Farmers Market. Visit the winter pop-up farmers market in the parking lot of the Hanesbrands Theatre. |
Kristi Marion Updated: September 23, 2013 Weekend Roundup
| Apollo 13: Mission Control- Saturday, January 26 at 7:30PM
- Sunday, January 27 at 2PM
- Milton Rhodes Center for the Arts
- 251 N. Spruce St.
- Admission: $18.50-$42
- www.rhodesartscenter.org
This East Coast premier of Apollo 13: Mission Control runs through February 3, 2013. Become a part of the live interactive story as three American astronauts trapped 200,000 miles from Earth fight for their lives. Audience members seated in “Mission Control” must make critical decisions to bring them home. Interactive mission control console seats are $42, or if you prefer a view from on high (without the mission control station), the press gallery seats are $18.50. Family 4-pack console tickets (2 adults and 2 children) are available for $118. |
Kristi Marion Updated: September 23, 2013 Weekend Roundup
 | Top Fun Night Out Pick: Jacks & Jokers Casino Night- Friday, January 18, 2013
- 8PM-12AM
- Millennium Center Speakeasy (lower level; enter at Liberty St.)
- Tickets: In advance, $50 general admission; $75 VIP (first 50 only); at door $75/$125
- www.jacksandjokers.info
Dress the part for this Jazz Age-style party presented by Festival Stage. Enjoy live music, play blackjack, craps, poker and roulette. Open wine/beer bar, hors d'oeuvres and gaming chips are included with general admission; or upgrade to VIP status for a private room with an open cocktail bar. Prizes awarded to top winners, door prizes. Costumes strongly encouraged. Must be age 21 and up. |
