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Weekly Update: A Note From Your Publisher 02.22.2024

Find Your Family Fun!

By Shannon O'Donnell February 22, 2024

Happy Thursday, welcome to this weekly edition of A Note From Your Publisher! We hope you are having a fabulous week. We would like to let our readers know, that starting last week our newsletter will now go out on Thursday mornings at 7 AM instead of 5 AM. This past Friday my mother in law had a heart attack, thankfully she is home now and recovering. It's important to note that not all women will experience the same symptoms, and symptoms can vary in intensity. Also, women may delay seeking medical attention because they may not recognize the symptoms as related to a heart attack. If you or someone you know is experiencing symptoms that may indicate a heart attack, it's crucial to seek emergency medical attention immediately by calling your local emergency number. Had my mother in law ignored the strange feeling she wouldn't be here with us today.  

Our 2024 Summer Camp & Programs guide is below, we are very excited to have so many different camps & programs join us this year. If you are interested in learning more information about our summer camps & programs sponsorship packages you may email us at mackidnewrivervalley@macaronikid.com

Have a wonderful week and thank you for being loyal subscribers & sponsors. 

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Macaroni KID NRV is a free-hyper local source for families. The way Macaroni KID NRV can 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, and 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.

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 a 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!

Paint 'n Fun Ceramics is located in Uptown Mall. They have in-person classes and take-home kits.  

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. Are you looking for somewhere fun to host a birthday party? 

Winterplace Ski Resort is located just off I-77, at exit 28 between Beckley and Bluefield, West Virginia. The Southern West Virginia Visitors Bureau promotes the resort as "the most accessible, affordable ski resort in the Southeast" The resort boasts 28 trails, 10 lifts, 2 terrain parks, and WV’s largest Snow Tubing Park. Learn what is on the schedule for this month.


Events This Week:

Find more events in our newsletters by subscribing to our emails or by heading over to our events calendar.*Events are subject to change due to low numbers of people registered, winter weather, holidays, etc. Please check the event listing under more information at the bottom then click on the website/Facebook page or call the location to confirm the event is still occurring.

πŸ₯Š First Week Free @ Blacksburg Boxing & Fitness

🀸 PlayZone Open Gym @ Virginia Techniques

🏺Stonewear Peacock Pottery Glazing Workshop @ Paint 'n Fun Ceramics

🌌 Cosmic Origins Spectrograph @ Radford University

πŸ«‘ Winter Farmers Market @ Floyd

πŸ‘• The Crafty Corner- T-Shirt Bags @ Pulaski Library

🀼‍♀️ FREE Women's Self Defense Class @ Radford Recreation Center

πŸ‚ Ski, Snowboard & Snow Tube @ Winterplace Ski Resort

πŸ•΅οΈ‍♂️ Claytor Lake Jr Ranger Program 2024 @ Claytor Lake State Park

πŸ”¬ Homeschool STEM Club @ Meadowbrook Library

πŸ” Escape Room: Teen Program @ Pulaski Library

🩸 Blood Drive @ Christiansburg Library

πŸ‘¨‍πŸ‘©‍πŸ‘¦‍πŸ‘¦ Parenting Young Children @ NRV Cares-Zoom

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