Weekly Update: A Note From Your Publisher

Happy Thursday and welcome to this weekly edition of A Note From Your Publisher! Get tickets now to attend "Once Upon A Mattress" a musical comedy today April 13 - Sunday April 16, 2023 at Moss Arts Center. The production will be “truly a joint venture between theatre and music, supported by the School of Performing Arts,” said Cara Rawlings, associate professor of theatre who is co-directing the show with Ariana Wyatt, associate professor of voice. Brian Thorsett, associate professor of voice, serves as the vocal director, and Mathias Elmer, director of orchestral activities and assistant professor of music, is music director. Elmer will conduct the 35-member Virginia Tech Philharmonic, which will play on stage alongside the actors.

Macaroni KID NRV would normally have our Easter Hoppenings Guide removed from the website by now; however this year due to the weather conditions there will be Easter events on Friday, April 14, Saturday, April 22 and Saturday, April 29.

We've had 5 additional camps to join our Summer Camp Guide this week. Our sponsors keep Macaroni KID NRV a free resource for families and we are very grateful for each one of our summer camp sponsors this year. Blacksburg Boxing & Fitness has reduced their summer camps to $149 for the entire week, with two weeks available to choose from.

Mark your calendars now for the International Street Fair where you can experience 40 countries in one day. This fantastic event will be on April 23, 2023 from Noon - 6 PM.

There will NOT be a newsletter sent out on Thursday, May 4, 2023. We will resume the following week, thank you for your understanding.

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New River Valley Summer Camps and Programs Guide

VT School of Performing Arts’ presents "Once Upon A Mattress"

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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. With your first week free, why not sign up today? Check out their Summer Camps Here.

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 and view their latest article here.

Cranwell Center is hosting the International Street Fair on April 23, 2023 from 12 PM to 6 PM. Find out more details here.

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. Check out their Summer Camps Here.

VT School of Performing Arts: A collaboration between the theatre and music programs at Virginia Tech will result in a concert-style production of the family-friendly musical comedy "Once Upon a Mattress" April 13-16 at the Moss Arts Center, presented by the School of Performing Arts.

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. Check out their Summer Camp Opportunities 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.