Are you in the mood for some family fun? It’s easy to have a blast with the family when you live in Roanoke. This city is full of family-friendly activities that range from escape rooms to miniature golf. Get the details on your best options, and make plans today.
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Choosing a college is a big decision. You need to choose a place that checks all the boxes regarding education, finances, and atmosphere. You can find out about the education and cost online or in brochures, but when it comes to determining the atmosphere, you have to see it in... [read more]
What can you do for $5? Buy a burger? Maybe get a couple of tacos? What about listening to live music? It’s true: You can attend Rooftop Riot 2018 at Center in the Square Rooftop for a mere $5. This summer concert series still has three shows left, so get... [read more]
“Where do you want to go to brunch?”
You cringe every time someone asks that question. Yes, you love brunch, but you never know where to go and are sick of saying, “You decide.” Well, the days of letting others decide are finally over. The next time someone asks where you... [read more]
There’s been a lot going on at the History Museum of Western Virginia. Two years ago, it consolidated with the O. Winston Link Museum, and then last year, the museum added some new exhibits. All of this means the museum is even better than ever before. If you’ve yet to... [read more]
Pinball isn’t just a game. It’s a part of American culture, and you can honor that culture at the Roanoke Pinball Museum. The museum has more than 45 pinball machines from different eras. You can check out machines from the 1940s all the way up to the 1990s. These machines... [read more]
It’s so nice outside: Don’t you want to get out of your house and go on an adventure? You can do just that by going kayaking with Roanoke Mountain Adventures. This company offers flat and moving water trips, so you can experience a lazy day on the water or go... [read more]
The weather is warming up, so now you need to think about how to cool off. If you’ve spent much time in Roanoke, you know Splash Valley is the best spot to go during the spring and summer. It has a current river, “sprayground” for the kiddos, and two 34-foot... [read more]
Memorial Day is May 28, and there are lots of things you can do to honor the men and women who served the country. Making a trip to Franklin County Veterans’ Memorial Park in the town of Rocky Mount is one of the best. This park is a beautiful reminder... [read more]
You live in the Roanoke Valley Area, but you really don’t know that much about it. Sure, you know Roanoke is located along the Blue Ridge Parkway, and you might even know that it has a small-city feel while still providing the amenities you only find in a big city.... [read more]
