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Around the Valley 01.12.23

By Shannon O'Donnell January 11, 2023

Happy Thursday! We hope everyone is having a great start to 2023. We are excited to announce that CertifiKID, Macaroni KID's parent company has acquired Hulafrog. This acquisition further solidifies CertifiKID's spot as the largest parent-focused digital media and advertising company in the country. We cannot wait to see where this takes Macaroni KID NRV in 2023 and welcome Hulafrog to our family. 

Summer Camps & Program information has started coming in for 2023. If you have a camp or program to add to our guide please contact us at mackidnewrivervalley@macaronikid.com.

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Macaroni KID NRV is a free-hyper local source for families. The way Macaroni KID NRV is able to remain free to our families is through our Sponsors. Thank you Sponsors for helping make Macaroni KID NRV free for families in the New River Valley. 

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. 

Winterplace Ski Resort is the perfect place for beginners to learn to ski, more advanced skiers and riders to improve their technique or just spend some time having fun.


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🍿 Tasty Thursdays: The Wonderful World of Popcorn @ Christiansburg Library

✨ Anime Club for Teens @ Christiansburg Library

🏺 Pottery Throwing Classes & Drop-In to Paint @ Paint 'n Fun Ceramics

🤸 Friday Night HYPE (ages 3+) @ Virginia Techniques

🎥 Family Movie Matinee: Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile @ Radford Library

🥞 Sappy Saturday @ Claytor Lake State Park

🎄 Narrows Winter Formal @ Narrows Parks and Rec

♟️ Chess Club @ Blacksburg Library

🥊 Classes @ Blacksburg Boxing & Fitness

🎨 No School 1 Day Camp @ Art Buzz Kids

🌙 Feasts and Festivals Around the World @ Christiansburg Library

🐦 DIY Bird Feeders @ Jessie Peterman Memorial Library

🎲 Bingo Night Fundraiser @ Radford High School

🏀 Youth Basketball Night with Radford Women's Basketball @ Dedmon Center

Love, Peace, & Macaroni~

Shannon