Archive for October, 2015

Seven-year-old Olivia has just moved to a new house—the same house where a lonely monster named Burrufu lives hidden in a secret attic. One night, unable to resist the smell of delicious cookies, Burrufu sneaks out and is discovered by Olivia. The two soon learn that you can find friendship in the most unexpected places.

For a limited time you can save 20% on tickets to Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Presents LEGENDS!

If your Active Child loves Minecraft or is interested in learning to code here is a program that can support those skills at home!

A Book for Children with Allergies and Food Sensitivities – Rory loves cupcakes, but he can’t eat them because they make his tummy hurt. When he goes to his friend’s birthday party, he learns that he’s not the only one who has to avoid certain foods, and he has a great time at the party.

See the Wild Kratts Live show this November in Norfolk!

This event is FREE and takes place at SensoryAbled Kids in Virginia Beach. This is a parent-only event, childcare will not be available for this workshop.

Celebrate the fall season with MOCA at the "Monster Mash Family Night" on Friday, October 16, 2015. Enjoy a variety of festive art activities, a gallery scavenger hunt, and a Halloween themed musical performance by special guests, The C-Shells!

Do you or your Active Child love to Draw?? Don’t miss these great events happening throughout Hampton Roads as a part of DRAWtoberfest 2015!

A presentation by Dr. Michael Popkin: School Success – Character, Discipline, and 7 Smart Things Active Parents Do To Help Their Children Succeed in School…And Beyond

This is not your average Mother Goose nursery rhyme. In this hilarious parody, poor Mary has one very sleepy, slumbering, snoozing sheep named Sheppard and Mary’s mom is not happy.

This week we bring you a sweet girl named Elaine! Please share with other animal loving families who may be just the right fit for Elaine’s FURever home!

Courage is not the absence of fear, but deciding that something is more important than fear. When faced against a dark spell that turns everyone into trees, it can be hard to muster up the courage to find the sorcerer responsible and reverse it. However, a young lady named Alphia was able to do just that. What was it that gave her this courage?

Like everyone in the little town of Desert Flats, Johnny has grown up revering his late father, beloved captain of a famed squadron of stunt flyers. The Boy’s heroic Dad died averting a crash that could have cost countless lives.

Mia is a sweet little girl with a big imagination. This book is a compilation of all three of her adventures!

A nice discount for the grandparents! During the month of October 2015 Seniors aged 62 or older can enjoy 50% off the Senior Discounted Admission to the Virginia Aquarium on weekdays (Monday-Friday). Click HERE for more…

Ponder is a monster. A curious monster. His friend, Dr. Sigh Ence, is helping him understand the body. Learn all about the types of bones, different types of joints, and the functions of bones in the body.

This Friday the Hermitage Museum and Gardens kicks off their October Friday Night Frights movie series with the family-friendly "Frankenweenie" and we have a FREE Family 4 Pack of admission for one lucky family!

Save up to 35% on your next trip to Great Wolf Lodge!

A nice offer from our friends at VB Hot Deals! Pay just $5 for a Discounted Entry for the Kids Costume Walk/Run at the Dismal Swamp Art Festival Benefitting the YMCA!

During the month of October, Hunt Club Farm kicks off its annual Harvest Fair featuring Virginia Beach’s Largest Pumpkin Patch, Hayrides, petting farm, pony rides, Giant Hay pile, carnival rides and an assortment of special event vendors.

To do magic, you only really need one thing—a magic wand. However, there is one secret that only real magic-wielders know when it comes to magic use. Do you know what that is?

Check out the great list of upcoming performances from The Hurrah Players including The Wizard of Oz, Holiday performances, Fancy Nancy, and more!

This book is currently a FREE download on Amazon but prices can change at any time so be sure to check the price before you purchase!

Today could be your “Lucky” day. Come down to the shelter and meet me…Lucky, the adorable 3-year-old hound mix. I will definitely talk to you when you are here – I love the sound of my own voice. I would also love to have a home to call my own.