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  2. WINNERS- Giveaway!! Virginia Children’s Festival

    Congratulations to our winners! Winners have also received an email from MyActiveChild.com. Please respond to charlotte@myactivechild.com by the time specified in your email to accept the prize or another…

    September 27, 2012
  3. Reminder! Attention Parents! Town Hall Meeting in Virginia Beach

    Via the City of Virginia Beach: A Child Safety Town Hall Meeting, sponsored by Virginia Beach City Councilmember James L. Wood, will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 26 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Meyera E.…

    September 26, 2012
  4. Reminder- Concussions In Youth Sports

    Parents if you have kids who play sports you know that they sometimes (depending on the sport) they can make contact and get hurt while playing. Virginia Beach Field House is hosting a FREE information…

    September 26, 2012
  6. Military Families- FREE Showing of The Avengers

    JEB Little Creek-Fort Story is having a FREE Showing of The Avengers this week! Movie: The Avengers, Rated PG-13 When: Thursday, September 27, 2012. Movie starts at 7pm. Where: JEB Little Creek-Fort Story…

    September 25, 2012
  7. Guest Post: VOLUNTEER Hampton Roads

    Meg Leahey is the Community Outreach Coordinator for VOLUNTEER Hampton Roads in Norfolk, VA. She matches volunteers with local volunteer opportunities throughout Hampton Roads. Meg writes a monthly guest…

    September 25, 2012
  8. Family Fun Day at Hunt Club Farm

    A Family Fun Day this Sunday from 12-6pm at Hunt Club Farm to benefit Homeless Veterans through Vetshouse, Inc. There will be family outdoor competitions, petting zoo, hayride, bounce houses, horesback…

    September 23, 2012
  10. Kids Exchange Virginia Beach Fall Sale Today!

    Great news! Kids Exchange Virginia Beach is having their Fall Consignment Sale and it opens to the public TODAY! The dates/times for the public sale are: Friday, September 21, 2012: 9am-8pm Saturday,…

    September 21, 2012
  11. Family Fest & Eat The Streets at Virginia MOCA

    Six times a year Virginia MOCA opens their doors for their FREE Family Fest where all ages can enjoy hands on art activities, the current exhibits, and more. This time, as an added bonus you can also enjoy…

    September 20, 2012
  12. Welcome Our New Advertiser: Epic Cheer & Dance!

    Kids love to MOVE, and that is exactly what Epic Cheer & Dance offers! Epic offers a family friendly environment, local competitions, and focus on developing character in addition to athletic skill. Please…

    September 20, 2012
  14. Planning For College? FREE Workshop!

    Another FREE Parent Connection Workshop, this time to help you choose the Best College for your child AND your wallet! Registration is required, call (757) 263-1075 to sign up! Disclosure – this…

    September 20, 2012
  15. Reminder- Bikes & Tykes: A Carnival and Auction for Children with Autism

    The Mea’Alofa Autism Support Center (MASC) is a 501 c(3) non-profit organization located in Chesapeake, VA that provides ABA Therapy and other services to children with Autism regardless of the families…

    September 20, 2012
  16. Guest Post: 3 Healthy Lunchbox Snacks Your Kids Will Love: No cooking required

    By Megan Hogan Health Coach, Savvy Kitchenista and founder of TakeoutIntervention.com Finding healthy lunch ideas can be difficult. Kids can be choosy and most classrooms or cafeterias don’t have a…

    September 18, 2012
  18. FREE Haircuts Will Continue at JCPenney!

    Did you take advantage of the FREE Kids’ Haircuts offered by JCPenney as a Back To School promotion? It was such a popular idea that they have decided to make it a permanent addition! Beginning November…

    September 17, 2012
  19. 1st Annual Green Halloween Costume Swap

    Those of you who follow MyActiveChild.com know that I love consignment and clothing swaps. These events make so much sense with the way kids outgrow EVERYTHING as soon as you buy it… including Halloween…

    September 17, 2012
  20. Welcome Our New Advertiser: Bricks 4 Kidz!

    Please give a warm welcome to our new advertiser Bricks 4 Kidz with local programs operating out of Virginia Beach, Chesapeake and Suffolk! Bricks 4 Kidz programs provide a safe, relaxed learning…

    September 14, 2012
  22. Customized Stories (and a Military Special)

    MyOwnStory.com allows you to create a story customized with your child’s real life experiences. What a fun concept! There are topics such as first day of school, a trip to the dentist, learning to use the…

    September 14, 2012
  23. Welcome Our New Advertiser: Video Visions Mobile Gaming Bus!

    Please give a warm welcome to our new advertiser, Video Visions Mobile Gaming Bus! Video Visions Mobile Gaming Bus is the ultimate video game party brought to your home. This party can accommodate 12…

    September 12, 2012
  24. Military Moms-To-Be

    Update- thanks Bonnie for letting us know this event is FULL already! If you would like to be put on the waitlist please click HERE for the appropriate form. Registration is now open for the 2012 Booties…

    September 12, 2012
  26. The Peanut Butter Fun Festival

    Sticky peanut butter and local family fun to benefit Feeding America and The Food Bank of Southeastern Virginia! Disclosure – this post may contain affiliate links and MyActiveChild.com does receive…

    September 12, 2012
  27. WINNER: Giveaway!! Family 4 Pack to Disney On Ice: Rockin’ Ever After!

    Congratulations to Rosheena L with Entry #324!! Rosheena you also have an email with this information, please email charlotte@myactivechild.com by 9am on September 13, 2012 to accept this prize or another…

    September 12, 2012
  28. ArtKive- FREE App To Save Kids Artwork

    Take a picture and label it with all the important info (age, subject of artwork, artist) and then share, store or create books and gifts highlighting the artwork itself.

    September 11, 2012
  30. Granby Street Experience Tonight

    A street festival to celebrate all the great establishments in Norfolk on Granby Street tonight from 6-9pm! Entertainment, demonstrations and lots of great local businesses will be there. Come out to…

    September 7, 2012
  31. Another FREE $5 in Amazon MP3 Credit!

    Right now you can sign up for Scott Shared Values account, answer a quick question on their website and get a FREE $5 Amazon MP3 credit. I just got mine and it was very quick. Click HERE to get your FREE credit, then click…

    September 6, 2012
  32. Fall Fun at Bergey’s Breadbasket!

    The fun kicks off next week at Bergey’s Breadbasket! Ages 3 and under are FREE! Disclosure – this post may contain affiliate links and MyActiveChild.com does receive compensation if you make a…

    September 5, 2012
  34. Updated! Last Days of the Dinosaurs

    Update! The $5 admission has been extended through Labor Day weekend and until the lower level is back open post-flooding. There will also be special programming this Saturday (Sept 1st) for International…

    August 31, 2012