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Happy Fall!  Look no further because Charlottesville Moms has put together a Fall Fun Guide for you!  Please review COVID policies before planning your visit!       Carter Mountain 1435 Carters Mountain Trail Charlottesville, VA 22902 Visiting In-person 9/11–11/8, 2020 9A – 6P  There are 2 ways you can visit Carter Mountain Orchard in-person this Fall: Scenic Drive-Thru or Ticketed Entry.  https://chilesfamilyorchards.com/carter-mountain-orchard/visit/     Chiles Family Orchards 1351 Greenwood Road Crozet, VA 22932 (9/26–10/25): Open Daily, 9am–6pm ..read more

This year, the “back-to-school” transition feels a little different. Along with pencils and notebooks, some of us are adding masks to backpacks. Maybe we’re prepping to homeschool or do virtual school, with mom as teacher. Others are dividing into pods with friends. Some are heading back to the classroom, and others are doing hybrid. But even though we might be six feet apart, we are coming together to go “back to school” and part of that is building our kids’ (and our own) excitement. That’s why we’re still shopping for new clothes, as well as supplies. Choosing a few new outfits together w ..read more

​   None of the past few months makes much sense, and if you’re like us, you’re getting pretty darn tired. And not the kind of tired a solid 8 hours can fix (even though yes, that would be lovely anyway). It just isn’t normal to…. …Take on more than we ever have, from childcare to homeschooling (not to mention more cooking, cleaning and laundry). …Offer all the emotional labor that goes into helping kids and partners cope with quarantine (while we’re all struggling ourselves), pivoting with no notice from in-person to home school, getting creative with summer plans (from backyard camps ..read more

Summer 2020 is a bit different this year, but it doesn’t have to be boring!  Below is a list of summer camps happening virtually and in person.  If you own a business and are offering virtual or in person camps, please let me know!  I will be glad to update the list!   The Hive The Hive has camp kits available and in person camp! https://thehivecville.com/   Pikasso Swig Join in on the summer fun with Pikasso Swig! We are bringing summer camp to you, all from the comfort of home! Circus Camp, Paint & Ceramics Camp, Room Decor Camp, Sleepover Camp! Did someone say ..read more

With Mother’s Day quickly approaching, don’t forget your local businesses during this time of social distancing. You won’t regret the unique and personal gifts for the special moms in your life… AND be sure to treat yourself too!     The Hive We have two special gifts just for mom! Make her a trophy for being the best mom & add a card that will light up her day! Plus a curated list  of crafts to make for her from our regular craft menu (most kits come with instructions). We are doing FREE delivering to Charlottesville addresses, scheduled curbside pick up & shipping n ..read more

This article was provided by local Charlottesville photographer, Ashley McKinney.  She is a mother of 4 and specializes in all things from bump to family, including maternity, fresh 48, newborn, and milestone images! https://www.ashleymckinneyphotography.com   Hi friends! I hope you all are doing well on Day 1 of our statewide “social distancing.” Charlottesville seems to be somewhat shut-down as of today, and I imagine the rest of Virginia is looking pretty similar as we all work together to try to prevent the spread of COVID-19. I am at home, with my four kiddos, trying to enjoy th ..read more

Wondering what you can have delivered to your home or that you can pick-up curbside during this period of social distancing? Turns out there are a number of options! #shoplocalcharlottesville ** I will update this list as often as I can.  If you own a business in Charlottesville and would like to be added, please email info@thecharlottesvillemoms.com **   Shopping   Shenanigans Toy Store Shenaniganstoys.net Free local delivery or curbside pick up! We also encourage people to shop our website or you can shop by phone! 434-295-4797   Alakazam Toys http://www.alakazamtoys.com ..read more

This story was provided by contributor From Scratch with Maria Provenzano. Ready to go green on March 17th? I’ve got all the fun crafts, DIY’s, and recipe ideas that’ll make your kids want to celebrate! St. Patrick’s Day is a fun way to talk about Ireland’s heritage and culture with your little ones. I know that my kids can’t wait to wear green and gold to school, so to help all those other parents out there, I’ve gathered some helpful tips that are the equivalent of a pot of gold to help you celebrate this St. Patrick’s Day with your kiddos.   Create a DIY Mossy Maze Leprechaun Trap SU ..read more

  No doubt about it—these are weird and worrying times. For many regions of our country, coronavirus concerns have led to (or will lead to) school closures. If you’re at home with your kids, please use this social distancing-friendly list for ideas to keep kids engaged (and away from screens for a while). Got one to add? Email amy@thelocalmomsnetwork.com and our editor will add it to the list!   Download Educational Apps/MaterialsWhether your school is sending home materials or you’re on your own, try your hand at a little homeschooling. We love this list of educational sites offeri ..read more