FROM THE PUBLISHER

Spring and All It Brings

Like many of you, right now I am embracing everything SPRING! And yes, even the cleaning. This month, our feature shares some safe, eco-friendly options for cleaning your home. Mix up those recipes and head over to Home and Hearth to discover some terrific cleaning hacks to pair them with.

Spring is a time of renewal for the Earth and for us. We can all celebrate Earth Day on April 22 with some great ideas in our Family Fun section. And we can celebrate ourselves by taking a close look at our diets and making some healthy changes with tips from a Novant Health UVA Health System Registered Dietician in our Health and Wellness section. If you find the stress of the world weighing heavily on you, trying a new activity or discovering a new hobby can add some extra joy to your life. In Destinations this month, learn about the popular game of Pickleball and where you can try it out for yourself. And in our On a High Note section, Prince William’s Poet Laureate shares her story and an upcoming online poetry event for the community. Your Finances and Lifelong Learning bring you positive ways to engage with your kids — from teaching them to give back to parenting classes that address your toughest challenges. Follow those lessons up with a delicious family meal from a popular new Prince William restaurant — La Finca Gainesville Mexican Restaurant. Check out Local Flavor to read their story and see some of their favorite dishes to serve up to customers. We hope you get out and enjoy the sunshine this month. Get some fresh air, try something new and stay safe.

Rebecca Barnes

Publisher