«March» Into Spring: Welcoming a New Season

On March 20th, 2023 we welcome the official start of the Spring season with the Spring Equinox. With Spring comes warmer weather, flowers in bloom, and more in-season produce in Virginia. How can you best enjoy this season of blooming? 5 Tips for a Happy and Healthy Spring: 1. Enjoy more time outdoors with friends… Read more »

New Year, Healthy You

As we welcome the 2023 year, you may be reflecting on the last year and planning goals and behavior changes for the new year. If you are looking for direction or are unsure where to start, this article provides tips, tricks, and helpful worksheets for goal setting. “A goal without a plan is just a… Read more »

Actividad Física al Aire Libre Durante la Estación de Otoño

¿Está buscando actividades para hacer al aire libre ahora que el clima cálido llega a su fin y las hojas comienzan a cambiar de color? Puede ser difícil encontrar actividades divertidas, sanas y seguras cuando comienza a hacer frío afuera, pero a continuación se presentan algunas maneras para que su familia salga y se mueva… Read more »

Outdoor Physical Activity for the Fall/Weather Season

Are you looking for activities to do outside as warm weather comes to an end and the leaves start to change color? It can be hard to find fun, healthy, and safe activities for your family when starts to get cold outside, but below we share few ways to get your family outside and moving… Read more »

Hispanic Heritage Month

September 15 – October 15 is Hispanic Heritage Month. First introduced by California Congressman George E. Brown in 1968, this month serves as a recognition for the many roles that Hispanic individuals have played in our communities around the country. The dates are significant because these they represent the Independence Day celebrations of five Hispanic… Read more »

Mes de la Herencia Hispana

Desde el 15 de septiembre al 15 de octubre, es el Mes de la Herencia Hispana. En 1968, el congresista de California George E. Brown presentó por primera vez, este mes como un reconocimiento a los muchos roles que los hispanos han desempeñado en nuestras comunidades en todo el país. Las fechas son significativas porque… Read more »

Back to School!

The heat of summer is (finally) starting to fade, giving way to cooler weather and… back to school time! While this is an exciting time for parents, it can also be a time that brings about certain worries for both parents and kids. One of those worries may center around food. Packing lunches and snacks for… Read more »

Healthy Hydration

It’s summer time! With summer time comes fun, beach days, vacation trips, and lots of outdoor activity.  What else do we face during this season?  HEAT!  That’s right, with all of this skyrocketing fun also comes skyrocketing temperatures.  With the increase in outdoor activity and the rise in temperature, it is important to stay hydrated. … Read more »

Got Dairy?

Did you know that June is Dairy Month? According to the USDA, foods and drinks that contain dairy should be included in your daily diet. Why Dairy? Not only can dairy products be tasty, they also have nutrients that are great for the body! Dairy sources provide: Vitamin D and Calcium: support bone health, particularly… Read more »