Brooke’s Notes; October 2025

October is here, which means cooler weather, cozy recipes, and of course—the Carolina Classic Fair! This family tradition is one of my favorite parts of fall, and it’s happening October 3rd–12th at the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds. Do you go for the food, the rides, the exhibits…or all of the above? If you’re heading there with little ones, don’t miss Suzy’s fabulous article on page 40 about navigating the fair with infants and toddlers.

We’ve also got some exciting community events coming up! The Ronald McDonald Character Breakfast is happening Saturday, October 25th—scan the QR code on page 33 to snag your tickets. And mark your calendars for CHEERS! for Brenner Children’s Hospital on Friday, November 14th at Legacy Stables & Events. Learn more about this incredible fundraiser on page 34.

Closer to home, the Robinhood Family YMCA is upgrading—with expanded parking, pickleball courts (!!!), and so much more. Get the details on page 38.

Fall also means food, and Elisa has you covered with some delicious seasonal recipes (page 50). From parmesan roasted broccoli to Italian sausage and cabbage stew, there’s something for everyone. Plus—don’t miss the quiz on page 64: What’s Your Fall Flavor? (For the record, I’m as basic as they come—pumpkin spice all the way!).

And of course, October wouldn’t be complete without Halloween! On page 52, Taryn shares a helpful article about letting kids try scary things safely—a great read for parents navigating the spooky season.

Finally, since my photo this month is taken in the podcast studio, it feels like the perfect time to remind you about the Forsyth Mags Podcast! You can find us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube, with new episodes released every Thursday. We’ve got something for every listening ear, and I’d love for you to tune in.

Until next month,
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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