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New Virginia Parent Survey Shows Kids Are Craving Outdoor, Screen-Free Summers
As families across Virginia begin planning for summer, new parent survey data reveals a clear shift in what children want most: time outdoors. According to a recent statewide parent survey conducted by VirginiaSummerCamp.com, nearly 60% of Virginia families report that their child is most excited by outdoor adventure or unstructured nature play, ranking it higher than sports, arts, or academic-focused summer programs. The findings reflect a growing movement among parents toward screen-free,
CharlottesvilleFamily Magazine Has Released Its Most Current Charlottesville Relocation Guide, a Free, Interactive Resource
With more families exploring a move to Charlottesville and Central Virginia, CharlottesvilleFamily magazine has released its most current Charlottesville Relocation Guide, a free, interactive resource designed to help newcomers discover what makes the region one of Virginia’s most desirable places to live and raise a family. The updated guide offers families insights into neighborhoods, schools, cost of living, and the area’s rich community life. It also highlights local experiences — from hiking the
Zinnia Communications Acquires Roanoke Valley Family Magazine
Zinnia Communications, publisher of CharlottesvilleFamily magazine, has acquired Roanoke Valley Family Magazine, extending its award-winning family media network across Central and Southwest Virginia. Founded and led by Jennifer Bryerton, M.A.Ed., Zinnia Communications publishes CharlottesvilleFamily—a long-running parenting and lifestyle magazine—and recently launched two new ventures: VirginiaSummerCamp.com, a statewide camp directory, and TheBiblioParent.com, an online bookstore and community for
VirginiaSummerCamp.com Launches as the State’s Most Comprehensive Directory for Parents
Parents across Virginia now have a one-stop resource to find the perfect camp experience for their children with the launch of VirginiaSummerCamp.com, a statewide directory created by the publishers of CharlottesvilleFamily magazine. The new online platform connects families to hundreds of day and overnight camps across the Commonwealth and the Mid-Atlantic, offering search options by location, age, and interest. Listings include outdoor adventure, sports, STEM, arts, and leadership programs. “Choosing
