Around the Valley 02.16.23

Happy Thursday! We hope you are having a great week. It has been absolutely beautiful this week, we especially enjoyed the weather today. It makes me think of new beginnings and all that spring brings. Do you think we might still get a snow storm or is winter a flop this year? I wouldn't mind having one big snow as long as spring comes next. I'm excited with all the 2023 Summer Camps coming in this week. As soon as we have final approval for these listings we will be sharing those. If you have a camp or program to add to our guide please contact us at mackidnewrivervalley@macaronikid.com.

Today is School Resource Officer Appreciation Day. We'd like to take a minute to thank all of our local School Resource Officers for being in our schools. These officers are educators, protectors and mentors that we are grateful for.

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CHECK OUT THESE ARTICLES & GUIDES:

New River Valley Summer Camps and Programs Guide

Jurassic Quest at Berglund Center

Demolition & Reconstruction of Blacksburg’s Hand-in-Hand Playground

Montgomery Museum of Art & History Receives Commonwealth History Grant

Pizza, Reimagined: The Pizza Casserole Your Family Will Love

How to Support the Family of a Child With Food Allergies

How to Find Time For You, Even When You Always Have the Kids …

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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.