Brooke’s Notes; Dec 2024

photos by: JODIE BRIM CREATIVE

This past month has been full of festive cheer and family fun! I can’t wait to share some holiday highlights and local treasures featured in this issue of Forsyth Family—starting with our beautiful cover story: Gretchen’s Treasure Chest, a delightful children’s boutique right here in Winston-Salem! You’ll find adorable outfits and unique gifts for the little ones in your life, making it the perfect stop for your holiday shopping.

Inside, we’ve packed the pages with heartwarming stories and practical tips to make this holiday season extra special for your family. Be sure to check out:

Tips on scoring second-hand holiday gifts—a great way to shop sustainably and find unique presents.
A festive local favorite, Old Salem at the Holidays, offering history and holiday magic.
Don’t miss out on the timeless holiday tradition of The Nutcracker.
Our 10 Things to Do Before 2024 Ends list—perfect for making the most of the season.
Feeling overwhelmed by traditions? Discover how to release guilt and embrace a more mindful holiday with Releasing Guilt Around Holiday Traditions.
Plus, we’ve got 5 Ways to Save Money During the Holidays to help you celebrate without breaking the bank.

This issue also includes a fun recap of our 2024 Dining Guide, reminding us all of the importance of supporting local restaurants during the holidays and beyond.

Looking for a fun family outing? Don’t miss Kids’ Morning Out on Sunday, December 8th, from 12-2 p.m. at the Fairgrounds Ice Skating Rink! It’s the perfect opportunity for some festive family fun—find all the details HERE.

As always, we’re grateful to celebrate the magic of this community with you. Wishing everyone a joyous and memorable holiday season!

All my best,

Brooke

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Brooke Eagle

Brooke Eagle is the publisher of Forsyth Woman and Forsyth Family Magazines and the host of the Forsyth Magazines Podcast. She was born and raised in Clemmons, NC and currently resides in Winston-Salem, NC. Though Brooke graduated from High Point University with a degree in Elementary Education, she chose to join the magazines full time immediately after college. Her strong work ethic, love for community and leadership skills have been recognized by others as well! Brooke is the Immediate Past President of the Lewisville-Clemmons Chamber of Commerce, past President of the Professional Women of Winston-Salem (now Triad Women’s Club) and served on the Trellis Support Leadership Council (previously Hospice of Winston-Salem). In addition to her role with the magazines, Brooke is the co-owner of Washington Park CrossFit. Her role with the magazines and the gym aligns perfectly with her personal mission of having a positive impact on the growth and development of her local community. In her spare time, Brooke loves spending time with her family and friends, especially when that time is spent on the water! She loves wake surfing, snowboarding, CrossFit, and being a dog mom to her Bernedoodle and German Shepherd.

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