1

Censors, Banners, and Burners, Oh My! 3 p.m. Panel discussion with Wake Forest University department chairpersons about the power of books. Free. 336-703-3018. Z. Smith Reynolds Library, Wake Forest University. co.forsyth.nc.us.

2

Violinist Robert McDuffie. 7:30 p.m. Violin virtuoso Robert McDuffie performs Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto with Maestro Moody and the Winston-Salem Symphony. Proceeds from the concert will benefit the Symphony’s Guest Artist Endowment Fund. $15–$100. 336-725-1035.Wait Chapel, Wake Forest University. wssymphony.org.

2–5

The Queen of Bingo. 8 p.m. Thursday–Saturday; 4 p.m. Sunday. Two sisters on the other side of 50 want to add a little fun and excitement to their lives. Where do they find it? Bingo! $19 adults, $17 students and seniors. 336-993-6556. Korner’s Folly, 413 S. Main St., Kernersville. kltheatre.com.

3

Seeing the City: Sloan’s New York. 7 p.m. Opening reception for Reynolda House’s fall exhibition, including music and a cash bar. The exhibition, on display through January 4, features the art of John Sloan, who focused on the people, street life, and pedestrian experience of New York City during the early 20th century. $5; members and students free. 336-758-5150. Reynolda House Museum of American Art, 2250 Reynolda Rd., reynoldahouse.org.

3–12

Dixie Classic Fair. A Winston-Salem tradition, the Dixie Classic Fair features children’s activities, entertainment, music, carnival rides, fireworks, crafts, and commercial vendors. $8 adults; $4 children. 336-727-8000. Dixie Classic Fairgrounds, 421 W. 27th St. dcfair.com.

4

Kingfest. 9 a.m.–4 p.m. An annual family event celebrating the King community. The festival features live music, bake-off, youth bike race, fishing tournament, food, and arts and crafts. King Central Park. kingnc.com/kingfest.html.

9

Dark in the Park. 5:30–8 p.m. Halloween hayrides amid lighted jack-o’-lanterns, children’s games, and spooky music. The night is capped off by a Bethabara Concert Band performance. Wear your costume. Free. 336-924-8191. Historic Bethabara Park, 2147 Bethabara Rd. bethabarapark.org.

11, 12, 18, 19

Parade of Homes. 1–5 p.m. Sponsored by the Home Builders Association of Winston-Salem, the Parade of Homes highlights the city’s newest homes. Free. hbaws.org/parade.html.

18

Harvest Day and A-Peeling Apples. Experience the history of fall harvest by exploring harvest traditions in Salem and the early South. Hands-on activities, demonstrations, and guest speakers round out the day. 336-721-7350. Old Salem Museums & Gardens, 900 Old Salem Rd. oldsalem.org.

18

Start! Tanglewood Heart and Stroke Walk. 8–11 a.m. Bring family and friends to help fight heart disease and stroke, the No. 1 and No. 3 killers in the US. A Red Cap Ceremony will honor local heart disease and stroke survivors, the Kid’s Zone and Kid’s Corner will offer fun for the whole family, and Eat Street will fuel you for the day. 336-662-1386. Tanglewood Park, 4061 Clemmons Rd., Clemmons.starttanglewoodnc.org.

24–25

Legends and Lanterns Tour. 6–9 p.m. Costumed guides lead guests by lantern light through the historic district of Old Salem. Tours leave every 15 minutes. $15–$17 adults; $10–$12 children. Reservations recommended. 336-721-7350. Old Salem Museums and Gardens.
oldsalem.org.