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Weekly Update: A Note from Your Publisher 12.28.23

Find Your Family Fun!

By Shannon O'Donnell December 28, 2023

Happy Thursday, welcome to this weekly edition of A Note From Your Publisher! We hope everyone is enjoying the holiday break. We've been stuck inside thanks to the nasty flu virus going around. My daughter just wants to know when she will stop coughing.     Hopefully soon she can enjoy her break and her upcoming birthday next week. She's on day 9 so I'm hoping we are on the tail end of it. Other than that we have enjoyed our winter vacation and Christmas. 

May the new year bring even more blessings and adventures for you and your family. If you are looking for New Year's Eve or New Year events be sure to check out our guide. Macaroni KID NRV would like to thank you (our readers) for making 2023 an incredible year. We cannot wait to see where 2024 takes us. 

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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?  Get your new year off to a great start at Blacksburg Boxing & Fitness where Kevin and his team make you feel energetic. 

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. 

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. Be sure to look at this lovely home that is currently on the market. 

Firehouse Skate 'N Fun Center is our newest sponsor for MK New River Valley. They offer roller skating, laser tag, arcade games, a playground and cafe. They also offer special events for most holidays and also just for fun- like the 21 and up Throwback skating party- fun for date night! Check out their information in this article. 

Paint 'n Fun Ceramics is located in Uptown Mall. They have in person classes and take home kits. Learn all about their fall offerings in this article

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? Learn about fall offerings at VA Techniques here.


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👶 Free Car Seat Safety Check @ Christiansburg Fire Department

✨ Pokemon Club @ Blacksburg Library

🎉 New Year's Splash @ Christiansburg Aquatic Center

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

🎉 NYE Glow Skate Party @ Narrows Farmers Market

🥾 First Day Hikes @ Fairy Stone State Park

✨ Manga Meetup @ Meadowbrook Library

🎄 Winter Camp for Kids @ Paint 'n Fun Ceramics

🎄 Winter Domes @ Jessie Peterman Memorial Library

🌟 KNO Kids Nite Out - Glow Party @ Virginia Techniques

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