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06/02/2026

A big welcome to new partner National Exterminating Company Inc! Locally owned and operated, National Exterminating Company has been serving Hampton Roads Virginia since 1975. Their mission? To be the best service company possible by delivering quality services and value to all of their customers; regardless of size, with consistent output and continuous attention to detail that results in long-term relationships with both internal and external customers.

They are available for all pest and termite control solutions, moisture control, understructure repairs, real estate inspections, and more, for residential and commercial customers. Their approach is comprehensive to fit the unique needs of every customer.

Welcome to the neighborhood!

National Exterminating Company
www.nationalexterminating.com
757-599-3621

05/27/2026

A big neighborhood welcome to new partner Kumon!

Kumon supports your child (ages 3+) on the road to mastery in math and reading with a self-learning program that gives children the critical thinking skills and mindset to learn new materials independently, practiced daily at home or at the Kumon Center. This allows the child to progress in their individualized instruction at their own pace with a disciplined worksheet approach to advance kiddos in the classroom and life.

Reach out for more info and for a free assessment!

05/26/2026

Did you enjoy the beautiful display of flags in our neighborhood for Memorial Day? A big thank you to Amber with CVP Windows & Doors for placing them around our neighborhood!! Amber does this every year for Memorial Day and Veterans Day, and I know it's much loved and appreciated by everyone and a beautiful tribute to our military community. Thank you!

CVP Windows & Doors is a locally owned and operated manufacturer and installer of vinyl windows and sliding glass doors with value and quality. Their products are made right here in Coastal Virginia to perfectly fit with our local environment and needs. Reach out today to them for more info!

05/22/2026

A special offer for June and July from our partners at Orangetheory Fitness Newport News

Orangetheory is conveniently located by the Newport News/Williamsburg Airport and is a 1 hour, full body workout, focused on training endurance, strength and/or power. They use Heart Rate Based Interval Training, which burns more calories post workout than a traditional exercise. When wearing their Heart Rate monitors, real time results are displayed on large screens throughout the studio. Intensity is based on your individual Heart Rate zones, making the workout effective for all fitness levels. To top it off, our fitness coaches to lead the workout to prevent you from over or under training.

05/13/2026

A big welcome to new partner mystorage-Wythe Creek! They have a beautiful new state-of-the-art facility that offers climate controlled self-storage in Poquoson, VA. You can easily look up information and start your rental online today! It's great for personal storage, business storage, or for groups (scouts, sports, clubs, etc.) that need a little extra room. Also great for Military deployments to store things in a safe and secure location!

I got a tour yesterday from Madison and Felicia (pictured) and Bill (not pictured) and was very impressed with what they have to offer. Stop by today to talk with their friendly staff and to get a tour!

For more info:
mystoragecenters.com
511 Wythe Creek Road in Poquoson
757-697-7353
[email protected]

05/12/2026

Tomorrow!! Our partner Justin Roberto is offering a "Mind Over Money" course with Beacon Freedom Advisory - he's the one that does our monthly financial corner in the magazine and has been a great partner for our neighborhood!

Your mindset shapes your money more than you think.

Join us for Mind Over Money on May 13 and learn how to approach your finances with clarity, confidence, and purpose.

We’re offering three convenient times to fit your schedule. Click the link below and pick the time that works best for you and come be part of the conversation.

👉 calendly.com/justinroberto/intro-to-beacon-1?back=1&month=2026-05&date=2026-05-13



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05/08/2026

Exciting news from our partners at Canary Counseling! They have added several new full-time clinicians - visit their website to gets scheduled today - they can help with many different mental health services and have created a safe space to begin the journey to finding fulfillment and a balance in the life that you deserve.

05/07/2026

A big welcome to new partner Shell Yeah! Foam & Snow Parties and owner Chris Mason - I'll let him introduce himself below!
You can also find out more at www.shellyeahfun.com
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Hey neighbors! 👋 I’m Chris Mason, the owner and "Chief Foam Officer" at Shell Yeah! Foam & Snow Parties.

I’m a local dad and a proud Veteran, and my goal is simple: bringing pure joy and high-energy smiles to our community! Whether it’s a high-energy Foam Party or a magical Snow wonderland, we handle everything from setup to cleanup. We provide full-service entertainment gear and management so you can just enjoy the party!

Fun fact: Before I was the "Captain" of foam, I was actually featured in a 2007 ESPN Magazine ad!

Why we bring the "foam factor" to your next event:
👉 No Deposit Required!
👉 Full-Service Fun: we handle the operation so you don't have to.
👉 Every event includes our 20FT Inflatable Gaga Pit, age appropriate music, beach balls, and fun event 12FT Flags
👉 Our foam is hypoallergenic, pet-safe, and biodegradable.

From kids' birthdays to school field days, we are here to make your celebration unforgettable. Let’s get the party started!

Proudly serving all the Peninsula, Smithfield, Isle of Wight, and Western Branch/Harbor View.

Foam. Fun. Smiles for Everyone. 🐢🫧

05/06/2026

This was such a fun issue!! It just hit our mailboxes and features the "Runners of Running Man", which was just the perfect match. This lovely group was photographed by Kyla Perry with Sota Photography and she captured their energy and fun spirits perfectly!

We welcome new Running Man partners, including:

Tim Boyle Fencing

National Exterminating Company Inc

Kumon

mystorage-Wythe Creek

Shell Yeah Foam & Snow Parties (Shellyeahfun.com)

Garrett Realty Realtor Steve Turek (garrettrealtypartners.com/team/steve-turek)

We also give a huge shout out to our renewing partners, who show their commitment to our neighborhood and residents, and are much appreciated!

Sylvan Learning Center of Yorktown

PESTOUT

Mary Kay Consultant Renee Ashmore

Also in this issue, a fun Mother's Day giveaway contest from our friends at MAPA Creations LLC, "How to Make a Fairy Garden" from one of our junior writers, meet pup Rosie and some expert advice on pets and summer heat from our friends at PETquoson, a recap on our fun neighborhood night at Coastal Fermentory Uptown, and more - it's jam packed!

Our Partner Spotlight this month is on Barkley's Hardwood Solutions LLC and the amazing work they do, including a recent Running Man project!

Thank you to all of our residents who participated in this issue, as well as our local business partners - we couldn't do it without you!

05/04/2026

Fun Mother's Day contest from our friends at Aquamarine Clean LLC - check it out!!

MOTHER’S DAY GIVEAWAY 💕🏡

Being a mom to my two kiddos is the greatest part of my life. I love my cleaning business, but I’m a mom first, always. Motherhood is truly a blessing but also hard. With that being said I can’t imagine a more deserving demographic for a chance at winning a 2 hour free cleaning + a $50 cleaning certificate for a future clean!

Check out the details below 👇🏼

PRIZE:
2 hour clean + $50 gift certificate

HOW TO ENTER:
* Must be FOLLOWING Aquamarine Clean LLC
* LIKE this post
* Tag a deserving mom in a comment on this post.

Winner will be announced Sunday May 10th on Mothers Day! Good Luck ✨

Disclosure: We will not ask for your personal information or money. Please be cautious of online scams. We will post drawing wheel and tag winner on May 10th.