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Jeanne Lawrence
Jeanne Lawrence has called the Roanoke Valley home since 2006 and works in communications and the nonprofit community. A mom of two boys, she enjoys volunteering, discovering local events and treasures, reading, baking and cheering on her boys.
Recent Articles by Jeanne Lawrence
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…
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 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,
