July - August - September 2025
A Word From The Publisher
Welcome to the summer issue of CIRCA Magazine – a celebration of sunshine, slower days, and the vibrant life that comes with the season! In North Carolina, summer means long evenin...
Summer In The Forest
Get ready to soak up the sun and make lasting memories this summer in Wake Forest! From outdoor concerts and movie nights to our spectacular two-day Independence Day Celebration, t...
The Chill Factor
Let’s face it – some summer days are just too hot for turning on the stove, let alone cranking up the oven. But that doesn’t mean settling for sad salads or skipping dinner altoget...
Financial Focus
You should always be able to ask as many questions as you’d like when working with your financial advisor. So before you have your annual review, think carefully about what you’d l...
Gardening Guru
The garden is planted, the watering has begun, and everything’s looking lush – until it’s not. Suddenly, some plants are starting to look tired. Spent. Stressed. It’s time for tidy...
Mediterranean Summer
As the summer of 2025 unfolds, the fashion world is setting its sights south, toward the sun-kissed coastlines, terracotta villages, and lemon tree-lined piazzas of Southern Europe...
Forget the Shaker and Pass the Punch
Put down that cocktail shaker and forget those craft drinks, because it’s summertime – and it’s all about punch! The word alone conjures visions of glass bowls brimming with bright...
Cool Comfort
Let’s face it – summer is glorious, but it’s also hot. And sticky. And sometimes exhausting. From puffy eyes to overheated skin and sore feet, the season’s sunshine can take a toll...
A Sense of Summer
Summer doesn’t always feel like the beach or the boardwalk. Sometimes, it feels like my abuelita’s house. Well, not the house itself, but rather what it held – warmth, laughter, st...
Driveable Destination
North Carolina is home to over 2,400 natural areas featuring unique habitats, diverse ecosystems, and countless opportunities for outdoor adventure. In an increasingly digital age,...
Savor Summer
Summer in North Carolina is defined by its bounty – sweet berries, juicy peaches, garden herbs, and even local sodas with cult followings (looking at you, Cheerwine!). These ingred...
Sun's Out, Safety's In
Summer’s here and that means sunshine and outdoor adventures. But along with the fun comes potential safety hazards. From heat exhaustion and dehydration to injuries from outdoor p...
Cooked in Tradition
As the days of summer get longer, we naturally spend more time outside, whether on patios, porches, in backyards, at campsites, by the lake, etc. For many, that means grilling beco...
Tracking the S-Line
Train travel in North Carolina is back with a vengeance, and Wake Forest is set to join the movement. The NC Department of Transportation reports the state’s passenger rail service...
Float. Breathe. Move.
You don’t necessarily need a gym membership to boost your mood, tone your muscles, or reset your mind this summer. Instead, a paddle, a body of water, and a willingness to drift mi...
Rethinking Dental Implants
If you’ve ever avoided smiling in photos or skipped crunchy foods for fear of a loose denture or a missing tooth, you’re not alone – and you’re not out of options. More patients ar...
Local Gems
North Carolina is full of summer treasures, from beautiful beaches on the coast to cool, shaded trails in the Blue Ridge Mountains. And yes, summer is the perfect time to plan a we...
Your Summer, Your Story
There’s something about summer that just feels magical – the warm sun, the golden hour glow, and the spontaneous moments with the people you love. Whether it’s beach trips, cookout...
Paint in the Right Light
Summer is prime time for painting projects. With long daylight hours, fewer rain delays, and plenty of inspiration from blooming landscapes, it’s the perfect season to refresh your...
From Field to Fork
Nothing says summer in North Carolina quite like the first bite of sweet, golden corn. Just-picked and full of flavor, it finds its way onto our grills, into our baking pans, and a...
Decor Dilemma?
Summer brings a mix of vacations, kids out of school, lazy afternoons at the pool, yard work, and plenty of time spent at home. And if you’re planning a staycation this year, you m...
A Paws-Itive Experience
Life is full of moments that bring new beginnings and joyful surprises. For many, welcoming a new puppy is one such moment. You embrace this gift of unconditional love along with t...
The Summer Insurance Checkup
Summer means more time outside, more gatherings, and more time away from home. From cookouts and weekend getaways to casual routines and open windows, it’s a season built for flexi...
Good Reads
Beach reads, breezy stories, and the idle season of summer are here. The days are longer, the pace is slower, and for a little while, it feels like the only thing on the day’s to-d...
Smells Like Home
What is “home?” It’s more than just four walls and a roof. It’s a feeling, a notion woven from warmth, love, and the comforting embrace of togetherness. It’s not just about what we...
The Road to Responsibility
For many parents, the thought of their teen getting behind the wheel sparks a mix of pride, anxiety, and concern. Driving is a milestone – one that symbolizes independence and resp...
Time Voyagers Ball
Step into a world of elegance, imagination, and inspiration at the inaugural Time Voyager’s Ball – a Gilded Era ball and immersive celebration of art and culture – on Friday, Septe...
Tech-Savvy Selling
Selling your home isn’t what it used to be. Today’s buyers are tech-savvy, fast-moving, and expect homes to wow them the moment they scroll. That means your agent can’t afford to r...
Give Your Jaw a Break
Summer is supposed to be relaxing. But if you’ve noticed more jaw tightness lately, or you’re waking up with headaches or facial soreness, you’re not alone. While most people link ...
See Summer Differently
As temperatures rise and summer activities move outdoors, many people find themselves rethinking their eyewear choices. Contact lenses offer a convenient, comfortable, and practica...
Buzz Off!
Even the cleanest homes aren’t immune to summer’s most persistent visitors – gnats, flies, and other tiny intruders that hover near fruit bowls, zip around bathrooms, and seem to a...
Revved Up For a Cause
Get ready, Wake Forest! Chrome, horsepower, and heart are coming together for a great cause this fall. The Wake Forest Charity Car Show, hosted by Wake Forest Community Partners, i...
Our Heritage
In the heart of downtown Wake Forest, the Brewer Building at 150-158 S. White Street has stood for more than a century. Built around 1915, it has housed several businesses that ser...