Forsyth Public Health taking COVID-19 vaccination appointments for 65 and older
The Forsyth County Department of Public Health is taking COVID-19 vaccination appointments for seniors 65 and older and healthcare workers. Public Health is also working to transition to its new, mass-vaccination site at the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds Education Building starting Jan. 24.
The appointment site is Bit.Ly/FCNCCovidVaccine, and appointments will be available for Jan. 24-26 starting at 5 p.m. today. There are 2,700 appointments available at the Fairgrounds at the Education Building (please enter off Deacon Blvd), based on the amount of vaccine Forsyth Public Health has been allotted. Earlier appointments at the Forsyth County Public Health Department that were previously booked may also become available due to cancelations. The mass-vaccination site will increase Public Health’s capacity for vaccination from approximately 550 a day, with the goal of ramping up to serve at least 1,000 people a day.
Currently, Public Health is not accepting phone calls for appointments but has plans to have both phone and online appointment options soon.
The website will send an email confirmation that will allow users to cancel the appointment. It’s important to either attend the appointment or cancel at least two hours ahead of time so staff can schedule someone else.
Only those who qualify should make an appointment. Screening questions will be reviewed by staff and those who do not meet the criteria will have their appointments canceled.
Vaccine supply is currently limited and the demand for it is very high. Public Health officials urge patience as the vaccine rollout continues in the coming weeks and months.
Forsyth County Public Health has vaccinated approximately 7,100 people as of Jan. 19th.
Food trucks will be on-site every Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday until May 31st. Order online from Wutyasay Food Truck Here: https://foodtruck.pub/order/menu.aspx?busid=5084&pg=0
Food Truck Schedule:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday: Wutyasay Food Truck
Thursday: Sliders Street Food
Friday: Taste Jamaica
Fairgrounds Farmers Market Closed Saturday, Jan. 9
The Fairgrounds Farmers Market closed ON Saturday, Jan. 9, while a contractor replaces the lights inside the market building. The existing fluorescent lights are being replaced with brighter LED lights that use half as much energy. The improvements are being carried out with the goal to provide a better experience for Farmers Market vendors & guests and help the market become more energy efficient.
The Fairgrounds Farmers Market is expected to reopen Saturday, Jan. 16. Market hours are from 6 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The $17,630 project to replace the lights is the latest in a series of ongoing improvements to improve energy efficiency at the fairgrounds. A three-phase project to replace the lights in the Fairgrounds Annex commenced in 2018 and last year the high mast lights over the midway were converted to LEDs.
Patrons of the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds can now shop for Carolina Classic Fair and Winston-Salem Fairgrounds merchandise by visiting our online store, fairgroundseventstore.com
The store was launched as an effort to give loyal fair goers an opportunity to purchase gifts including CCF Shirts, Pins, Bags & more for friends and loved ones. Also available are Winston-Salem Fairgrounds Hockey Pucks, ice skating passes and more.
Shop the Fairgrounds Event Store Today!
Winston-Salem Fairgrounds Merchandise
Carolina Classic Fair Merchandise
The devastating events of the COVID19 pandemic have affected those near & far in the world. as well as in the entertainment industry. #RedAlertRESTART is raising awareness to jump-start relief for the live events industry. On Tuesday September 1st, venues across the country and in the triad participated in the campaign by having their venues embezzled with red lights to help spread awareness. There are 12 million people who are employed by the live event industry and we support them during these times.
Buildings at the fairgrounds that were highlighted from 9pm to midnight on Tuesday included the Neil Bolton Home & Garden Building, Cattle Barn, Administration Office and the Annex. A list of venues that also participated in the campaign were the Milton Rhodes Center for Arts, NC Black Rep, The Ramkat, The Millennium Center, Winston-Salem Dash, Kimpton Cardinal Hotel and many more.
For updates regarding the status of our events during the COVID19 pandemic visit wsfairgrounds.com/covid19
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The midway usually graces the fast pace, mind twisting rides at the Carolina Classic Fair along with a few of your favorite food vendors. Although that won’t happen in 2020, families have still made memories of a lifetime in front of the big screen.
This summer marked the return of the drive-in movie theatre. Although under unfortunate and unexpected circumstances, the event quickly became a fan favorite. From classics like Grease and Batman, to modern favorites like Aquaman & Wonder Woman, there’s something for the whole family at The Drive at the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds.
The success of The Drive at the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds has garnered interest from the community to continue through September, including an extended Labor Day Weekend Schedule. The Drive offers the highest quality, fun experience to the Winston-Salem community during these trying times. We have implemented all social distance, mask, sanitizing, hand-cleaning option possible to ensure a safe environment for your family and friends that has led to a safe experience for families all summer.
Popular upcoming titles include Forrest Gump, Beetlejuice, Grease, Shazam, Rocky, 42 and more! For the full schedule, go to our events calendar or visit thedrivemovie.com
