Fall Festivals in the Roanoke Valley: Every Date Worth Circling This Season
Fall festivals in the Roanoke Valley with 2026 dates and drive times: Olde Salem Days, GO Fest, Zoo Boo, Vinton…
Amanda Danaher
Amanda Danaher is a busy mom of five and publisher and editor of RoanokeFamily Magazine. She is also a contributor to VirginiaSummerCamp.com and CharlottesvilleFamily Magazine. For over 17 years, she has focused her work on parent and family magazines, where she draws on her journalism degree to craft clear, engaging articles that blend practical insight with empathy.
Recent Articles by Amanda Danaher
Where Roanoke Valley Parents Take Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers, From the Creek at Fishburn Park to Kids Square
We spent about five years measuring outings in nap windows. Not how much there is to see, but whether there's…
How to Find a Pediatrician in the Roanoke Valley: A Parent’s Guide
For a lot of Roanoke families, choosing a pediatrician is the first real decision of parenthood, made somewhere around the…
Back to School in the Roanoke Valley: A Local Parent’s 2026 Guide to Dates, Deals, and the First-Day Reset
The first back-to-school email usually lands while our kids are still angling for one more afternoon at Splash Valley. One…
Top Family-Friendly Roanoke Events in August 2026
Wondering what to do in August? There are dozens of events for Roanoke Valley families happening all month long! From…
Ultimate Guide to Kids’ Activities, Sports & Classes in the Roanoke Valley
Your Roanoke Valley guide to kids' sports, dance, music, art, and STEM programs, everything you need to find the right…
Does My Child Need Occupational Therapy?
A Roanoke Valley pediatric OT explains the signs to watch for, common myths about diagnosis, and when it's time to…
Is It Time to Hire a Tutor? What Roanoke Parents Should Know
A Roanoke parent's guide to knowing when it's time to hire a tutor for your child.
Shop Local: Your Guide to the Roanoke Valley’s Farmers Markets
Turn your weekend errands into an experience with Roanoke Valley farmers markets.
Best Spring Nature Books for Kids: Butterflies, Frogs, Ducklings, and More
Celebrate spring with five beautiful nature books that help kids explore the world around them.
The Best Pet Books for Kids: Five Stories That Will Make Your Family Laugh, Cry, and Love Animals Even More
Curl up with these five beloved pet books that explore friendship and responsibility,
A Parent’s Guide to Preschools in the Roanoke Valley
Choosing a preschool is a big step. Here's what Roanoke Valley parents should know.
