🌱 WS/FCS On Parent's Bill Of Rights + Bookmarks Festival Returns

Good morning, everybody! It's Tuesday in Winston-Salem and I'm back in your inbox to get you caught up on all the most important things happening in the community today.

But first, your local weather:

• Tuesday: Humid with a thunderstorm. High: 83 Low: 69.
• Wednesday: Partly sunny and nice. High: 82 Low: 65.

Here are the top three stories today in Winston-Salem:

1. Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools officials are working to develop guidelines for teachers and staff on the new Parent's Bill of Rights. The state law — which was passed only two weeks before the school year began — requires teachers to notify a child's parents if the child asks to use a different name or pronouns in class. Superintendent Tricia McManus said that the district is developing guidance, and in the meantime, teachers are advised to speak with building leaders. McManus emphasized that the district's decision-making process is guided by what's best for students to ensure they feel safe and included while at school. (Subscription: Winston-Salem Journal)
2. The Winston-Salem Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred on Sunday, Aug. 27 on Grove Avenue. Police reported that several shots were fired, although there was only one injury. A person sustained a gunshot to their foot, and they were transported to the hospital for treatment. Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call the Winston-Salem Police Department at 336-773-7700 or Crime Stoppers at 336-727-2800. (WXII)
3. The 18th installment of the annual Bookmarks Festival of Books & Authors is set to take place on Saturday, Sep. 23. This free event will be held in downtown Winston-Salem and will run from 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. There will be more than 50 authors at the event, along with author panels and book signings. The event will also feature kid's activities and food trucks. (WXII)

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Today and tomorrow in Winston-Salem:

Tuesday, August 29

• Tots & Tunes At Georgia E. Taylor Neighborhood Center (10:00 AM)
• Trivia Tuesdays At Radar Brewing Company (7:00 PM)

Wednesday, August 30

• Book Club At Miller Park Community Center (10:00 AM)
• Bluegrass Wednesdays: Jim Mayberry At Foothills Brewpub (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• The Winston-Salem Theatre Alliance has announced an upcoming performance of William Shakespeare's The Comedy of Errors. This show will run from Sep. 9-10. (Winston-Salem Theatre Alliance via Facebook)
• There are lots of great events coming up with Winston-Salem Recreation and Parks! There will be a Community Tech Night on Sep. 7, and a Kids Art Workshop on Mondays in September. Click the link to learn more. (City of Winston-Salem Recreation and Parks via Facebook)
• Forsyth County is seeking volunteer committee members for the Forsyth County Health and Human Services Board. Click here to learn more. (Forsyth County North Carolina Government via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Tuesday. See you all soon for another update!

— Danielle Fallon-O'Leary

About me: Danielle Fallon-O’Leary is a content manager with content creation agency Lightning Media Partners and assists Patch.com with community newsletter curation. Danielle also holds a Master’s Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders and works part-time as a pediatric speech therapist.