Cheers New River Valley

08/21/2026

Next up 👉 Radford Community Fest 🏡☀️💐

I went last year and really enjoyed strolling all the vendors and downtown shops! Not to mention, I loved the selection of food trucks and beverage stations 🌮🧋

There will be live music throughout the day and a kids zone with activities to keep them entertained 🍭

📆 Saturday, August 22nd @ 11 AM-6 PM
📍 Downtown Radford (East Main Street)

Enjoy and cheers! 🥂

08/08/2026

It’s the last day for Steppin’ Out in Downtown Blacksburg, Inc. ☀️🪴

I love seeing the streets lined with so many local artists and small businesses. I couldn’t forget to pick up my favorite cinnamon rolls 🤤 It’s just another beautiful day living in the NRV 🍓🌽

Enjoy and cheers! 🥂

08/01/2026

August already? We’re about to zoom into the fall months, but before we go full pumpkin spice, let’s enjoy some local events this weekend 🪴☀️

A smaller, quick list but a full August guide will be coming out soon ✨

Don’t forget, we have some bigger events coming up soon — Steppin’ Out is next weekend and Community Fest in Radford is later this month 🤝

Soak up every bit of summer before it’s gone⛱️

Enjoy and cheers! 🥂

07/29/2026

It’s been a whirlwind of a month 💫

Between traveling for work, dog-sitting, moving, and trying to live a little more in the moment, it hasn’t been a slow summer but I’m so grateful for the ability to still stay connected through Blacksburg Living - Best Version Media and Christiansburg Neighbors - Best Version Media magazines.

I’m humbled to be featured on the July cover, which you can still read before the August issue comes out 📖

In case you didn’t know, I LOVE writing the events for both magazines each month. It’s a joy to help locals remain informed with events and must-visit activities in the New River Valley 🤝

A special thank you to the team at Best Version Media for the feature. You could have chosen anyone but you shared our story, which means the world 🌎✨

Enjoy and cheers! 🥂

07/19/2026

Happy National Ice Cream Day 🍨

I recently stopped by The Scoop and my waffle cone was filled with delicious peanut butter cookie dough ice cream. The service was great and the pricing was too✨

There was no shortage of homestead creamery flavors and I loved the vibe of The Scoop — it’s such a cute spot to hang out with family and friends 🤌

Support this new, local business at📍1917 Union Valley Rd in Riner 🍦

Enjoy and cheers! 🥂

07/13/2026

I just grabbed my $5 milkshake from Poppy's of Christiansburg 🥤

I love their full list of specials for restaurant week 🌭🍦 what local spots are you supporting this week? ⤵️

Enjoy and cheers! 🥂

07/12/2026

Summer Restaurant Week has officially kicked off at participating locations 🤌

From now until Saturday, July 18th, dine-in to enjoy discounted specials and more! 🍝🍷

Didn’t know there was a restaurant week happening? Not to worry, there’s a full list of participating locations and specials listed here: https://www.montgomerycc.org/restaurantweek/

Make plans to get out and support local this week 🌮

Enjoy and cheers! 🥂

Savor the Flavors of Summer and get ready to turn up the heat during Summer Restaurant Week! This is your chance to attract new diners, spotlight signature dishes, and be part of a community-wide celebration of the local dining scene. From refreshing bites to bold summer specials, make this summer u...

07/11/2026

Who’s looking forward to a weekend of events in the NRV? 👋

Between line dancing at Sinkland Farms, LLC, a Blacksmith Demo at Iron Heart Winery, and the Mt. Tabor Ruritan Club Fish Fry at Slusser’s Chapel Church of God with the Panjammers, there’s a variety of activities to explore 🍷💃🏼

Comment any events that I missed below ⬇️

Enjoy and cheers! 🥂

07/01/2026

🧨 All your Independence Day celebrations in one place ✨ save this guide! 📌

We’re experiencing a heat wave this week and it’s setting up for a beautiful few nights for fireworks across the New River Valley 🎇

Where’s your favorite spot for fireworks? Drop them below ⤵️

Enjoy and cheers! 🥂