Community Updates and Announcements!

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Introducing a new way to share your updates on MyActiveChild.com! We get SO many great emails, flyers and press releases about events, opportunities and programs in Hampton Roads.

We can’t possibly include them all in our general or sponsored posts, but we now have a new way to share this information – as an Announcement on MyActiveChild.com! Submit Your Community Update/Announcement Here! Editorial and Promotional opportunities may be available.

Scroll down to read current Community Updates and Discover what’s new from schools, camps, nonprofits, businesses, and community organizations serving Hampton Roads families.

Every announcement below is a sponsored placement submitted by a local business or organization.

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ANNOUNCEMENT: Now Accepting TRICARE Families for ABA Therapy

Autism Unchained is now accepting TRICARE families in Hampton Roads. Dr. Kelsey Miller, doctoral level BCBA, provides direct 1:1 ABA services focused on communication, independence, and individualized family centered care. Autism Unchained is now accepting TRICARE families in Hampton Roads. Dr. Kelsey Miller, doctoral level BCBA, provides direct 1:1 ABA services focused on communication, independence, and individualized family centered care.

TAG: Other  |   LOCATION: Greater Hampton Roads Area 
POSTED BY: Dr. Kelsey Miller, BCBA D | Autism Unchained

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ANNOUNCEMENT: Pre-K for Military Families – GRANT FUNDED!

Need affordable pre-K? The ASYMCAHR Five-Star Kids Pre-K is a mixed delivery programs that provide full-day, year-round pre-K for eligible military families at very low cost. Some families pay as little as $5 per month for this high-quality program! See if you qualify or get more info here:

TAG: Community Information  |   LOCATION: Virginia Beach 
POSTED BY: Armed Services YMCA of Hampton Roads

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ANNOUNCEMENT: Complete The Puzzle's 8th Annual Back to School Backpack Giveaway

THE COUNTDOWN IS ON, and we can't wait to celebrate with you at one of our favorite events of the year! Join Complete The Puzzle for our 8th Annual Back-to-School Backpack Giveaway, where we'll help students head back to school prepared. Join Us at Portsmouth City Park

TAG: Community Event  |   LOCATION: Portsmouth 
POSTED BY: 🎒GET READY!!! Our 8th Annual Back-to-School Backpack Giveaway is Almost Here!

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ANNOUNCEMENT: Virginia Beach Parents: Try 1 Free HOTWORX Session

Virginia Beach parents, take some time for you! First-time guests can enjoy 1 Free HOTWORX Session at HOTWORX Virginia Beach (Salem). Open 24/7 with 15-minute HIIT and 30-minute isometric sessions. Claim yours today! Claim Your 1 Free HOTWORX Session:

TAG: Local Discount  |   LOCATION: Virginia Beach 
POSTED BY: HOTWORX Virginia Beach (Salem)

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ANNOUNCEMENT: August 29 – 125th Anniversary Celebration at the Virginia Zoo

Visit the Virginia Zoo on Saturday, August 29 for a WILD 125th Anniversary Celebration — a day filled with unforgettable animal experiences, family fun, and special surprises honoring this once‑in‑a‑lifetime milestone! FREE with general admission. Click here to learn more!

TAG: Community Event  |   LOCATION: Norfolk 
POSTED BY: Virginia Zoo

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ANNOUNCEMENT: Last Days of Summer BOGO Admission at Hunt Club Farm

Make the most of summer before it ends! Visit Hunt Club Farm August 21-23 for BOGO Admission. Buy one ticket, get one free with promo code SUM4EVR. Valid in person only, August 21-23, 2026. Hours: Fri-Sun, 10 AM to 6 PM. Plan Your Visit Today

TAG: Community Event  |   LOCATION: Virginia Beach 
POSTED BY: Sevannah Harvey

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ANNOUNCEMENT: Haygood UMC 2026 Fall Festival

Looking for classic fall festival fun? Join us for local shopping, homemade baked goods, raffle prizes, kids' activities, a petting zoo, and community fellowship. Free admission and fun for all ages. Saturday, September 19, 9 AM-2 PM. Mark Your Calendars!

TAG: Community Event  |   LOCATION: Virginia Beach 
POSTED BY: Haygood UMC

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ANNOUNCEMENT: FREE Field Hockey Clinic

FREE field hockey clinic! Saturday, August 15th from 11:30am- 1pm. Sticks provided. Arrive and leave whenever- stay for 9 min or 90 min. Registration NOT required, but appreciated (to have enough sticks) Save the date

TAG: Community Event  |   LOCATION: Norfolk 
POSTED BY: So Field Hockey

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ANNOUNCEMENT: Bluey’s Big Play On Sale Now!

Join Bluey and her family in their first live theatre show made just for you, featuring brilliantly created puppets, this is Bluey as you’ve never seen it before, brought to real life. Tickets on sale now!

TAG: Other  |   LOCATION: Norfolk 
POSTED BY: SevenVenues

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ANNOUNCEMENT: Fall Water Polo, Big Savings through the end of July! at Virginia Beach Parks & Recreation Centers

VBHSWP is excited to announce that in partnership with VB Parks & Recreation, a fall season of Water Polo is being offered. Due to our many volunteers and fundraising efforts, the season is being offered at the lowest price through July. Visit our registration page to learn more!

TAG: Community Information  |   LOCATION: Virginia Beach 
POSTED BY: Virginia Beach High School Water Polo

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ANNOUNCEMENT: Ride the VB Wave for Free this Summer!

Kids ride free with Hampton Roads Transit!

Make the most of your summer staycation and check out the VB Wave Trolleys and Buses, operating three routes along the Virginia Beach Oceanfront, now through the end of September. Click here to learn more and plan your trip!

TAG: Other  |   LOCATION: Virginia Beach 
POSTED BY: Hampton Roads Transit

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ANNOUNCEMENT: Science | Technology | Engineering | Arts | Mathematics + More

Free STEAM-focused summer immersion and multi-year enrichment experience for rising 9th graders. July 13–24, 2026, at Portsmouth Public Library. Lunch provided. Open to Hampton Roads students; Portsmouth students encouraged. www.embouldintodream.org APPLY TODAY-Hurry, Spaces Limited

TAG: Community Event  |   LOCATION: Greater Hampton Roads Area 
POSTED BY: Embouldin To Dream, Inc.

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ANNOUNCEMENT: Change a Life. Become a foster parent.

Hampton Roads is facing a critical need for foster parents.

Change a child’s story—become a foster parent. Your support, stability, and care can make a lasting difference in a child’s life. Take the first step today! Call us at 757-965-8638. Click here for more information

TAG: Community Information  |   LOCATION: Greater Hampton Roads Area 
POSTED BY: The Up Center

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ANNOUNCEMENT: Tidewater Winds to perform Family Concerts

Tidewater Winds seeks support and input from Homeschool and Military Families. We are taking our award-winning music education performances to the greater community. Please provide input under "Homeschool/Military" on our education page. Offer Input Here

TAG: Community Event  |   LOCATION: Greater Hampton Roads Area 
POSTED BY: Michael K. Williams, Tidewater Winds

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Have Something New to Share?

Community Updates & Announcements help local families discover what’s happening across Hampton Roads—from new programs and registration openings to community events, resources, and special opportunities.

Whether you’re a school, camp, nonprofit, library, or local business serving families, we’d love to hear what’s new.

Submit Your Community Update

Community Updates & Announcements are perfect for spreading the word about new businesses, local discounts and promotions, sports programs, new enrollment openings, open house events (schools, programs and local real estate), along with anything/everything helpful and positive that local families may be looking for.

 

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