Meet a Mom: Founder and Owner of Richmond Local Business – Brighten the Load

For this week’s Meet a Mom is Richmond based mom and local business owner Marni Rosen. She launched her local business, Brighten the Load, which has allowed her to put her love of interior design and decorating into an opportunity to help others!

10 Family-Friendly Staycation Ideas

Bummed about having to stay close to home this holiday season? Check out our staycation ideas.

DIY Hot Chocolate Bombs

Hot chocolate bombs are having a moment, and with good reason. They're cute enough to be Instagram-worthy, and they're delicious. We love this simple DIY version from The Local Moms Network contributor Maria Provenzano. Order some molds, enlist some helpers and...

Meet a Mom: Elyce Arons, Co-Founder of Frances Valentine

Elyce Arons is co-founder of the Frances Valentine clothing brand, which she launched with the late, legendary designer Kate Spade and her husband Andy Spade after selling Kate Spade. (She and Kate were college best friends and since Kate’s tragic death in...

9 New Year’s Eve Cocktails & Mocktails

Cheers to 2021, from our families to yours! And a special toast to you, Moms, for shepherding your herd through everything that you've been thrown. We hope you've been able to find true silver linings, from more quality time together to gratitude. Here's a shortlist...

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This week we're highlighting a new and exciting su

This week we're highlighting a new and exciting summer camp coming to Richmond! Introducing Camp Half-Blood, which creates fully-immersive camp experiences that allow your child to transform themselves into modern-day heroes of their favorite mythological stories. Read below for more information and click the link in our bio to sign up!
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Myths, Monsters, Mayhem (and Masks) Oh, yeah!!
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NYC's favorite summer camp is coming to Richmond. Registration is now open for our Summer 2021 camp programs in your area. This year marks the 12th season of our outdoor, immersive literacy summer camp programs where kids become demigods and demigods become the heroes. Head to https://camphalfbloodbklyn.com/summer-camps/camplocations/ for a complete list of programs, dates, and prices. Details about our COVID policies and practices can be found on our website and will be updated as health and safety guidelines evolve.
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PROMOTION: This month, get a free extra t-shirt with camp registration. Enter the code: FreeTee at checkout to receive the discount. Valid for new summer camp registrations only.
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This week's Meet a Mom is Richmond based mom and l

This week's Meet a Mom is Richmond based mom and local business owner Marni Rosen. Last year she launched her local business, Brighten the Load( @brightentheload), which has allowed her to put her love of interior design and decorating into an opportunity to help others. Read more about this local mom-preneur in our interview (link in bio) and follow @brightentheload to learn more about how Brighten the Load can bring beauty and creativity to your life in 2021.
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In December, my daughter completed the first 2 mon

In December, my daughter completed the first 2 months of her swim lessons @goldfish_richmondwestend as part of our #partnership with @goldfishswimschool . My daughter had a blast and you may have seen some of our weekly stories of her experience, but I wanted to take a moment to reflect on our experience and share it with you all!
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Fun Factor - Super high! These swim lessons were not the first for my daughter, but it has definitely been the most enjoyable and fun experience she's had. She has always been comfortable in the water, but struggled to really make progress swimming on her own. However, by her 3rd lesson at Goldfish, she was able to swim from the foam "island" in the center of the pool to the side of the pool, all on her own! She was thrilled, and the confidence that accomplishment gave her has helped her progress significantly each week. She walks out of the pool smiling from ear to ear every week!
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Covid-19 Safety Process - Amazing! The seating for parents is limited and each chair is spaced at least 6 ft from any other chair. The staff is diligent about immediately cleaning chairs that have been used as well as any dressing rooms that are used. Everyone wears masks and/or shields and the limited class sizes mean there are never a large number of people in the building at a given time. I wasn't sure what to expect but everyone was super diligent about keeping everything clean and taking appropriate precautions, so we felt very safe going for lessons.
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Instructors - Knowledgeable, Patient, and Fun! My daughter had lessons with a few different instructors and all of them were great. They were all patient with her and celebrated her wins when she achieved a new milestone. They were great at helping her laugh and smile, especially if she got a little nervous, and encouraging her when she needed some additional help. All of them clearly love what they do and it shows!
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If you think your son or daughter might love swim lessons, you can get a FREE class at Goldfish West End when you mention Richmond VA Moms. No strings attached and you'll get to meet the staff, see the facilities and let your child get some pool time and burn off some energy.

✨New Story: 10 Fun Staycation Ideas!✨Skipping

✨New Story: 10 Fun Staycation Ideas!✨Skipping your usual winter travel?✈️ This shortlist is full of inspiration for making memories while sticking close to home.🏡
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The holidays may be behind us, but that doesn’t

The holidays may be behind us, but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy this delicious and adorable treat: Hot Chocolate Bombs! ☕️🍫 All you need are some silicone molds and ingredients you probably already have (like hot cocoa powder and milk). 🙏 to @thelocalmomsnetwork contributor @fromscratchwithmaria for sharing! Recipe at link in bio. ☝️
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Meet a Mom: Founder and Owner of Richmond Local Business – Brighten the Load

Meet a Mom: Founder and Owner of Richmond Local Business – Brighten the Load

For this week’s Meet a Mom is Richmond based mom and local business owner Marni Rosen. She launched her local business, Brighten the Load, which has allowed her to put her love of interior design and decorating into an opportunity to help others!

10 Family-Friendly Staycation Ideas

10 Family-Friendly Staycation Ideas

Bummed about having to stay close to home this holiday season? Check out our staycation ideas.

DIY Hot Chocolate Bombs

DIY Hot Chocolate Bombs

Hot chocolate bombs are having a moment, and with good reason. They're cute enough to be Instagram-worthy, and they're delicious. We love this simple DIY version from The Local Moms Network contributor Maria Provenzano. Order some molds, enlist some helpers and...

Meet a Mom: Elyce Arons, Co-Founder of Frances Valentine

Meet a Mom: Elyce Arons, Co-Founder of Frances Valentine

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Meet a Mom: Founder and Owner of Richmond Local Business – Brighten the Load

Meet a Mom: Founder and Owner of Richmond Local Business – Brighten the Load

For this week’s Meet a Mom is Richmond based mom and local business owner Marni Rosen. She launched her local business, Brighten the Load, which has allowed her to put her love of interior design and decorating into an opportunity to help others!