Around the Valley 12.22.22

Happy Thursday! The first week of winter has decided to come in with a bang. I don't mind a snow storm but I'm definitely not looking forward to the negative temperatures. BRRRR! My kiddos are glad that they are on winter break and get a couple weeks of down time. We hope everyone has a safe and happy holiday season.

Make a purchase from any business in our Shop Local Guide and you can submit your receipt to us for a chance to win your purchase up to $100, email mackidnewrivervalley@macaronikid.com by 1/2/22.

We have also shared our 2022 Holiday Lights Guide in this newsletter. Please help us add to this guide.

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CHECK OUT THESE ARTICLES & GUIDES:

Driving Tour of Best Decorated Holiday Homes in the New River Valley…

First Day Hikes In and Around the New River Valley …

Open House & 7th Anniversary at Blacksburg Boxing & Fitness …

Indomitable Entrepreneurial Spirit …

Kwanzaa With Kids: Celebrating This Family Holiday in 2022 …

Oh, Deer! How To Make These Adorable Reindeer Cupcakes …

10 Holiday Traditions To Start With Your Teen…

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Macaroni KID NRV is working on several new local guides. If you have something you would like us to add to our guides page, please send us an email.

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Blacksburg Boxing and Fitness is a safe, fun, effective way to get in great shape and blow off steam. Blacksburg Boxing and Fitness offers an exciting, safe, intense way to get in the best shape of your life! They specialize in helping their clients reach health and fitness goals while learning the art and skill of boxing. New to Blacksburg Boxing & Fitness is Fit Kids classes. With your first week free, why not sign up today?

Child Study Center at Virginia Tech The Child Study Center (CSC) is a specialty research, service, and training facility devoted to the comprehensive assessment, treatment, prevention, and understanding of problems of childhood and adolescence. Visit their website today for more information.

Erin & Sheila Realtors put their clients first and care about the community. When you are looking to buy or sell a home keep them in mind. You can also follow their Facebook page for fantastic tips on home decor, staging homes, buying & selling a home.

Paint 'n Fun Ceramics is located in Uptown Mall. They have in person classes and take home kits. Find out more about Terri Welch the owner of Paint 'n Fun Ceramics and Wine & Design.

Virginia Techniques helps develop self-esteem, confidence, coordination, flexibility and strength while children have fun. VT's small coach to student ratios allow the coaches to give each child the personal attention they need to learn new skills and reach their goals. Looking for somewhere fun to host a birthday party? VA Techniques is ready to help. Now the largest gym facility in Southwest Virginia, you can learn more here.

Wine & Design/Art Buzz Kids has a LOT of beautiful artwork classes you can sign up for. No prior painting experience required. Check out their latest article on ways you can have fun.