Dr. Cara Goodwin, PhD

How Can I Reduce My Stress as a Parent? A Virginia Child Psychologist on What Actually Helps Roanoke Valley Families

Charlottesville child psychologist Dr. Cara Goodwin shares eight research-backed ways Roanoke Valley parents can ease everyday stress.

Top Family-Friendly Roanoke Valley Events in October 2026

GO Outside Festival, family fun runs, movie nights and kids events across Roanoke, Salem and Botetourt. Our October 2026 family…

The Ultimate Pumpkin Patch Guide for the Roanoke Valley & Beyond

Family events, activities and early fall fun happening around the Roanoke Valley this September.

10 Corn Mazes Worth Getting Lost In Near Roanoke

Family events, activities and early fall fun happening around the Roanoke Valley this September.

Mommy & Me Classes in the Roanoke Valley

mommy-and-me classes and activities throughout Roanoke, RoanokeCounty, Salem, Vinton, and Botetourt County. Storytimes, music classes and storytimes for babies and…

Virginia Safari Park Day Trip From Roanoke With Kids

irginia Safari Park is under an hour from Roanoke on I-81. How many feed buckets you need, car versus wagon,…

Learn About Salem City Public Schools

An exclusive interview with Dr. Curtis Hicks, Superintendent of Salem City Public Schools, on new programs, student success, and advice…

Top Family-Friendly Roanoke Valley Events in September 2026

Family events, activities and early fall fun happening around the Roanoke Valley this September.

Kids Eat Free Roanoke

Where kids eat free in Roanoke, Salem, Vinton, and Daleville, sorted by day of the week.

Where to Pick Apples Near Roanoke

The ultimate Apple Picking guide for Roanoke, Southwest and Central Virginia

Learn About Roanoke City Public Schools

An exclusive interview with Dr. Verletta White, Superintendent of Roanoke City Public Schools, on new programs, student growth, and advice…

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…

Dr. Cara Goodwin, PhD

Recent Articles by Dr. Cara Goodwin, PhD

How Can I Reduce My Stress as a Parent? A Virginia Child Psychologist on What Actually Helps Roanoke Valley Families

Top Family-Friendly Roanoke Valley Events in October 2026

The Ultimate Pumpkin Patch Guide for the Roanoke Valley & Beyond

10 Corn Mazes Worth Getting Lost In Near Roanoke

Mommy & Me Classes in the Roanoke Valley

Virginia Safari Park Day Trip From Roanoke With Kids

Learn About Salem City Public Schools

Top Family-Friendly Roanoke Valley Events in September 2026

Kids Eat Free Roanoke

Where to Pick Apples Near Roanoke

Learn About Roanoke City Public Schools

Fall Festivals in the Roanoke Valley: Every Date Worth Circling This Season

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