Publisher’s Perspective; November 2025

photo by: JODIE BRIM CREATIVE

This photo will always hold a special place in my heart—my mom holding our very first issue and me holding our 20th anniversary issue. From September 2005 to September 2025… wow, what a journey it’s been!

Our 20th Anniversary Celebration was truly a night to remember. A huge thank you to our readers, advertisers, family, friends, and community—this magazine simply wouldn’t be possible without all of you. Be sure to check out pages 74-77 for fun photos from the event and special shout-outs to the vendors and sponsors who helped make it all happen. We’re so grateful!

This month, we’re honored to feature Family Services of Forsyth County on our cover. Did you know they’re the oldest charitable organization in Winston-Salem, founded in 1905? Family Services has some exciting news to share about their One Step Closer campaign—an initiative to build a larger, safer shelter for domestic violence victims. Learn more about this incredible organization and the impact they’re making in our community beginning on page 52.

Speaking of nonprofits, November is National Hospice and Palliative Care Month. We’ve worked closely with Trellis Supportive Care for many years, and this organization is near and dear to my heart. My uncle spent his final days in the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home, and Trellis does remarkable work to make end-of-life care compassionate and meaningful—through music and art therapy, pet therapy, and so much more. Read their story on page 32.

Of course, November also means Thanksgiving—and I can’t imagine the holiday without dessert from MidTown Café & Dessertery! My personal favorite is the chocolate chip cheesecake, but honestly, I’d never turn down a slice of their pumpkin pie. You’ll find them on page 38.

Happy Birthday to Lewisville Laser & Aesthetics, celebrating 17 years this month! Dr. Summer and her team are truly the best—I trust them completely with my skin care, Botox, filler, facials, and all things medical-grade glow. Stop by their celebration on November 7 and check them out on page 39.

And I’m so excited that Jodie Brim’s Holiday Experience is benefiting LEAD Girls of NC again this year! It’s happening December 11 at The Crest in Winston-Salem, and trust me—this event will sell out fast. Don’t wait to grab your tickets (page 41)!

November also kicks off our Holiday Gift Guide, one of my favorite annual traditions. We love spotlighting local businesses and sharing gift ideas that make your shopping meaningful and fun. Head to page 68 for some incredible finds and don’t miss next month’s December issue for even more local inspiration!

Wishing you a wonderful Thanksgiving and a month filled with gratitude, community, and joy.

All my best,
Brooke

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Brooke Culler

Brooke Culler is the publisher of Forsyth Woman and Forsyth Family Magazines and the voice behind the Forsyth Magazines Podcast. Born and raised in Clemmons, NC, she now calls Winston-Salem home. Though she earned a degree in Elementary Education from High Point University, Brooke followed her passion for storytelling and community connection by jumping straight into the world of publishing after college.

In addition to leading two of the Triad’s most-loved publications, Brooke is also the co-owner of Washington Park CrossFit—where she merges her love for fitness, leadership, and building strong (literally and figuratively) communities.

Outside of work, you'll find Brooke soaking up quality time with her husband, their two dogs (a Bernedoodle and a German Shepherd), and their crew of family and friends. She’s happiest on the water, wake surfing in the summer, snowboarding in the winter, and squeezing in CrossFit workouts all year round.

Brooke’s heart for local connection, positive impact, and high-energy hustle keeps her calendar full—but she wouldn’t have it any other way.

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