📣 We Love ❤️ Lewisville-Clemmons Newsletter - December 2, 2025

Welcome, Lewisville-Clemmons neighbors to your latest community update! We hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving!

December is officially in full swing in Lewisville–Clemmons, and this week’s newsletter is packed with ways to get out and enjoy it.

This week brings two of our community’s most beloved traditions — the Lewisville Tree Lighting at Shallowford Square and the Clemmons Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony — both ready to light up the season with music, cocoa, and small-town holiday magic.🎄

From our Holiday Events Guide and a charming Victorian Christmas at the Historic Nissen House, to Thunderbirds hockey highlights, local high school sports action, and a look at new WS/FCS superintendent Dr. Don Phipps, there’s something for every neighbor. 

We’re also shining a spotlight on a sweet local tradition at Mrs. Hanes’ Moravian Cookies.

If you're buying or selling real estate 🏡 in the Lewisville-Clemmons area, be sure to check out our sponsors, Kim & Tony Green, broker/owners of Green Haven Realty.

Happy reading!

The We Love ❤️Lewisville-Clemmons Newsletter Team

📅 Lewisville–Clemmons Events Calendar

December 2 – December 9, 2025

Tuesday, December 2

5:30 PM–7:30 PM — 🎄 Clemmons Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony
Clemmons Village Hall, 3175 Clemmons Rd
Enjoy holiday music, “snowfall,” cookies, hot cocoa, Morgan Elementary Chorus, West Forsyth Drumline, a children’s train ride, and a visit from Santa.
Tree lighting takes place at 6:30 PM.

7:00 PM — 🏀 Wake Forest vs Oklahoma
LJVM Coliseum, Winston-Salem
Home non-conference matchup.

7:30 PM — 🏀 West Forsyth @ Mount Tabor
Boys varsity basketball (away).

Wednesday, December 3

8:00 AM — 💼 Community Connections Leads Group
Lewisville-Clemmons Chamber of Commerce
Weekly business networking.

10:00 AM–11:00 AM — 📚 Toddler Storytime
Clemmons Branch Library
Free program for toddlers 18 months–3 years.

Thursday, December 4

6:00 PM–8:00 PM — 🤝 Chamber Networking Night
Lewisville-Clemmons Chamber
Local restaurant (TBD).

Friday, December 5

4:30 PM–7:00 PM — 🎁 Holiday Open House
Mary Alice Warren Community Center, Lewisville
Crafts, treats & holiday festivities for all ages.

7:00 PM–8:00 PM — 🎄 Lewisville Christmas Tree Lighting
Shallowford Square, 6555 Shallowford Rd
Join the Town of Lewisville for its annual tree lighting celebration featuring holiday music, cookies, hot chocolate, festive activities for kids, and a special visit from Santa.
The official tree lighting takes place at 7:00 PM.

7:00 PM — 🏀 Reagan Raiders vs Davie County
Home boys varsity basketball (Pfafftown).
(Newly added — confirmed via MaxPreps)

8:00 PM — 🏀 West Forsyth vs Page
Home boys varsity basketball (Clemmons).

Saturday, December 6

11:00 AM – 1:30 PM —🎄 A Victorian Christmas at the Historic Nissen House-  213 Arrow Leaf Drive, Lewisville, NC

Step back into the 1870s and experience Christmas the way the Nissen family might have celebrated it. Enjoy a festive Victorian atmosphere with “Victorian Voices” caroling, parlor decorating, a classic Christmas story, and cookie ornament making for the kids.

6:00 PM — 🏀 Wake Forest @ West Virginia
Away game — televised.

6:30 PM — 🏀 West Forsyth @ Cape Fear
Boys varsity basketball (away).

7:00 PM — 🏒 Twin City Thunderbirds vs Pee Dee IceCats
Winston-Salem Fairgrounds Annex
Local professional hockey.

Monday, December 8

10:00 AM–11:00 AM — 🧘 Gentle Yoga & Wellness Meetup
Mary Alice Warren Community Center
Weekly wellness class.

Tuesday, December 9

7:30 PM — 🏀 West Forsyth @ Grimsley
Away boys varsity basketball.

7:30 PM — 🏀 Reagan Raiders @ R.J. Reynolds
Pfafftown varsity boys basketball (away).

⭐ ONGOING EVENTS

🎄 Tanglewood Festival of Lights — Clemmons

Nightly • 6:00 PM–11:00 PM
Drive-through light show running through Jan 1.

🎭 Irving Berlin’s Holiday Inn — Winston-Salem Theatre Alliance**

Show dates this week:
• Fri, Dec 5 — 7:30 PM
• Sat, Dec 6 — 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM
• Sun, Dec 7 — 2:00 PM
• Tue, Dec 9 — 7:30 PM

🎶 Local Nightlife & Live Music

Fridays & Saturdays (Evening)
Foothills Brewing, Wise Man Brewing, Fiddlin’ Fish, Incendiary (Lewisville), Clemmons Social Bar, Village Tap House
Live bands, DJs, acoustic sets & themed nights.

🧘 Mary Alice Warren Community Center Weekly Wellness

Mondays • 10:00 AM–11:00 AM
Gentle yoga & wellness series.

Holiday spirit shines across Clemmons and Lewisville with a lively lineup of local festivities.  

The Tanglewood Festival of Lights dazzles nightly through January 1, offering a magical drive-through experience in Clemmons.  

Residents can gather for the Clemmons Tree Lighting Ceremony at Village Hall on December 2, with cookies, music, and a visit from Santa.  

Lewisville hosts a Holiday Open House December 5 at the Mary Alice Warren Community Center, and the annual Lewisville Christmas Parade marches through town December 14, featuring floats, bands, and plenty of cheer.  

Seasonal markets pop up throughout the area, including the Clemmons Holiday Pop-Up Market and Faith Barn Christmas Market—perfect for shopping local gifts and treats.  

Families won’t want to miss “Home Alone” at the Community Center’s Holiday Movie Night on December 12, with free hot chocolate and fun for all ages.

Hockey season has arrived in Winston-Salem, bringing a new era for the Twin City Thunderbirds at the Fairgrounds Annex.

The team, newly renamed to honor both Winston and Salem, is energizing fans with fast-paced, high-scoring action and a packed arena atmosphere.

Thunderbirds games are known for electric crowds, flying slapshots, and the occasional hockey fight, making every contest feel like a can’t-miss event.

Families, couples, and groups of friends will all find something to love — from affordable concessions and local beers to the beloved mascot Winston and interactive theme nights.

With easy parking and a reputation for being surprisingly family-friendly, a Thunderbirds game is the Triad’s hidden gem entertainment experience this winter.

There’s never been a better time to become part of the tradition and feel the excitement in the heart of Winston-Salem.

"Learn from yesterday, live for today, hope for tomorrow." - Albert Einstein

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — Dr. Don Phipps was sworn in as superintendent of Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools on December 1, bringing over 20 years of educational experience in North Carolina.

Dr. Phipps, recently named 2023 North Carolina Superintendent of the Year, previously led Caldwell County Schools with improvements in fiscal management and student performance.

He has also held key roles in Beaufort and Cumberland County Schools, earning a strong reputation statewide.

Taking the helm as WS/FCS faces a $22 million budget shortfall, Dr. Phipps expressed optimism and commitment to collaboration with staff and community members.

Recent community efforts, such as “All In For Our Schools,” have helped reduce the deficit from nearly $46 million earlier this year.

His 15-month contract aims to provide steady leadership while the Board searches for a permanent superintendent.

The district is hopeful that Dr. Phipps’s leadership will guide WS/FCS toward lasting progress and stability.

As the holidays near, Mrs. Hanes' Moravian Cookies in Clemmons, North Carolina, springs to life, handcrafting the cherished Moravian Cookies that have delighted families for generations.

This family-run bakery, founded in 1920, still hand-rolls, cuts, and packs around 10 million cookies each year, featuring classic flavors like Ginger Crisp, Sugar, Lemon, Black Walnut, Chocolate, and Butterscotch.

Come November and December, the 36,000-square-foot bakery—built on the founder’s old pasture—hums with local workers ensuring each batch meets soaring seasonal demand.

Nine generations of Moravian heritage are felt in every cookie, as seen during October’s Holiday Open House, where guests sampled treats and experienced the bakery’s community spirit.

Maintaining tradition, every cookie is still made by hand, offering locals not just a sweet treat, but a nostalgic bite of North Carolina history.

About Your Sponsors – Kim & Tony Green

Kim and Tony Green are the husband-and-wife team behind Green Haven Realty, a locally owned real estate firm serving the Lewisville-Clemmons community and greater Triad region.

• Kim Green is a full-time Realtor® dedicated to helping individuals and families find the perfect home or successfully sell for maximum value.

• Tony Green is a Certified General  Appraiser and real estate broker, bringing a deep level of market expertise, valuation accuracy, and negotiation insight rarely found in residential real estate.

As longtime local residents, Kim and Tony not only serve the  community — they’re actively invested in it. They are passionate about helping neighbors build wealth through real estate, supporting local businesses, and welcoming new residents to the area.

Together, they offer a powerful combination of professional expertise, local knowledge, and personal service that gives buyers and sellers a unique advantage in today’s market.

Check out the latest Lewisville-Clemmons Real Estate 🏠 Market Report here.

Are you thinking about selling your Lewisville-Clemmons home? Click the link below to download Kim & Tony's book.

Chris Paul, a legendary 12-time NBA All-Star, has announced he will retire after the 2025-2026 season, ending a storied 21-year career.

Paul, now 40, shared his plans before a Clippers game in his native North Carolina, expressing gratitude for his basketball journey.

Raised in North Carolina, Paul's early stardom began at West Forsyth High School, followed by leading Wake Forest University to its first-ever top ranking.

Drafted fourth overall by the New Orleans Hornets in 2005, he excelled with teams like the Rockets, Thunder, Suns, Warriors, Spurs, and finally the Clippers.

Paul boasts 12 All-Star nods, 11 All-NBA honors, and ranks second all-time in assists and steals.

Off the court, he served as NBPA president and has made significant contributions to his home state through philanthropy.

The basketball world now celebrates Paul’s legacy and awaits his next chapter.

Grimsley Whirlies delivered a commanding defensive performance on a freezing Friday at Jamieson Stadium, defeating the Reagan Raiders 24-7 in the NCHSAA playoff quarterfinals.

Quarterback Faizon Brandon ignited Grimsley’s offense with a 7-yard rushing touchdown, answered by Reagan’s John Evans Jr., who tied the score early and posted 95 first-half rushing yards.

With a clutch 30-yard field goal by Chase Huellmantel, Grimsley took a narrow 10-7 halftime lead.

After the break, Grimsley’s defense suffocated Reagan, forcing negative yardage in the third quarter and fueling momentum for a 56-yard Brandon-to-Kaden Catoe touchdown pass.

Brandon ended with 255 passing yards, while Catoe hauled in 107 yards. A late Ty Shoemake touchdown secured the win.

Now headed to face the Weddington Warriors in the regional finals, Grimsley has a community buzzing with championship hopes.

Why did the tomato turn red in Lewisville-Clemmons?

Because it saw the salad dressing!

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