HOLIDAY CHEER TAKES THE STAGE AT WARM HEARTH
Get ready to laugh, sing, and sip your way into the season — Summer Musical Enterprise presents The Holiday Channel Christmas Movie Wonderthon at The Village Center, 2387 Warm Hearth Drive, Blacksburg.
Join us in tiny Hopewood Falls, Vermont, where quirky singles, cozy inns, and surprise romances collide in this hilarious holiday parody that pokes fun at everything we love about Christmas movies. It’s festive, funny, and the perfect way to kick off the holiday season!
Three performances only:
Saturday, November 22 • 2:00 PM
Saturday, November 22 • 6:30 PM
Sunday, November 23 • 2:00 PM
Tickets are just $25 per person and include:
Light & heavy hors d’oeuvres
Coffee, hot chocolate & cookies
Carol singing to top off the night
Bring your friends and enjoy an evening of theatre and cheer that will leave you smiling all season long.
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PEACE OF MIND THROUGH COMPASSIONATE CARE
Each November, we pause to honor the millions of families touched by Alzheimer’s disease, the most common form of dementia. While it affects memory, problem-solving, and daily life, the right support can bring comfort, safety, and moments of joy.
At Warm Hearth Village, we’re here for families — whether you need help at home or on our campus.
Support at Home
Our Warm Hearth at Home team provides personalized, one-on-one care in the comfort of familiar surroundings:
Tailored care plans
Medication management
Daily activities & personal care
Companionship & cognitive engagement
Education & support for families
Call (540) 443-3428 or visit WHVatHome.org
Memory Care Residences
For those needing more specialized support, our Kroontje Health Care Center offers a safe, home-like setting for memory care:
Secure, welcoming environment
Compassionate, experienced staff
Engaging daily programming
Beautiful new enhancements indoors & out
Care plans designed with dignity in mind
Call Linda Kirkner at (540) 443-3415 or email lkirkner@warmhearth.org.
We’re Here for You
Whether you’re caring for a loved one at home or seeking a safe and supportive community setting, Warm Hearth Village is here to help.
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DONATE BOOKS IN HONOR OF VETERANS DAY
This Veterans Day, Warm Hearth Village is proud to partner with Volunteer Montgomery through Operation Paperback, a national nonprofit dedicated to supplying paperback books to veterans and military families.
Your donations help provide comfort, connection, and joy to those who serve. Favorite genres include:
History & Biographies
Thrillers & Non-Fiction
Puzzle Books
Children’s Books (service members often read to their children over FaceTime while deployed)
Drop-off Locations:
Warm Hearth Village - 2387 Warm Hearth Dr., Blacksburg
Volunteer Montgomery Office - 210 Pepper St SE # D, Christiansburg
Every book donated helps remind veterans and their families that they are remembered, valued, and supported by their community.
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SOOTHING MOVES FOR STRONGER JOINTS
Looking for a gentle, joint-friendly workout? Our Arthritis Aquatics class offers lower-intensity exercises designed to promote flexibility, strength, endurance, coordination, and balance.
The soothing warmth and buoyancy of the pool create a safe, supportive environment that helps relieve arthritis pain and stiffness—while also making it a great option for anyone seeking a low-impact exercise program.
Join us Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 10:30 AM in the Fitness Center pool. You’ll leave feeling refreshed, stronger, and ready to take on the day!
For more information about our Fitness Center and other fun classes, contact (540) 443-3474.
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Our Connections Series brings the community together through expert-led talks that spark curiosity, conversation, and connection. Join us this November for a lineup of inspiring discussions designed to inform, engage, and connect us all.
Tax Updates and Investment Strategies
Tuesday, November 4 at 10 AM
The Village Center, 2387 Warm Hearth Drive, Blacksburg
Get ready for a morning of fresh insights and practical strategies! Three financial experts will share timely updates on tax changes and smart investment approaches to help you plan with confidence:
Samara Abplanalp, CPA – Key Tax Changes
Katherine Wetzel – Tax-Advantaged Investment Strategies
Meghan Kuczmarski, CFP® – Bringing It All Together in Your Financial Plan
Enjoy light refreshments while learning real-world tips to strengthen your financial well-being.
Living Well with Hearing Loss
Friday, November 7 at 3 PM
The Village Center, 2387 Warm Hearth Drive, Blacksburg
This final session in our Living Well with Hearing Loss series brings together the key themes of communication and wellness. Participants will explore strategies to reduce communication-related stress and gain practical tools to support hearing and communication health.
Led by graduate students in Speech-Language Pathology from Radford University under the guidance of Dr. Lauren Flora, this program empowers participants to live—and listen—well.
History of the Radford Arsenal: 1938–1946
Friday, November 14 at 11 AM
The Village Center, 2387 Warm Hearth Drive, Blacksburg
Step back in time for a fascinating look at the early history of the Radford Army Ammunition Plant, originally known as the Radford Ordnance Works. Learn how this massive 6,901-acre facility—complete with its own rail system—was built in record time during WWII and reshaped the New River Valley.
Dennis Kitts, retired Manager of Training & Development at the Arsenal and official historian, will share engaging stories of the men and women who labored there, fueling the U.S. military effort through WWII, the Korean Conflict, and beyond.
Saint Francis Service Dogs: A Journey of Independence and Connection
Tuesday, November 18 at 11 AM
The Village Center, 2387 Warm Hearth Drive, Blacksburg
Join Saint Francis Service Dogs, a Roanoke-based nonprofit, for an inspiring presentation on their life-changing mission and the incredible partnerships between service dogs and their handlers.
Warm Hearth residents Rick and Linda Caudill will share their own experience with Rick’s service dog, Lion, while Executive Director Cabell Youell and staff dog Solo demonstrate task work and explain the training process from puppy to partner.
Discover how these remarkable dogs bring confidence, connection, and independence to those they serve.
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THE LEGACY FUND FOR EXCELLENCE: BUILDING WHAT’S NEXT, TOGETHER
At Warm Hearth Village, true care looks beyond today. We’re not only meeting the needs of our residents right now — we’re investing in the future of aging.
Through the Legacy Fund for Excellence, your generosity fuels programs and services that make a real difference: expanding access to compassionate care, creating wellness and enrichment opportunities, providing charitable support for seniors in need, and ensuring our community continues to thrive.
Every gift, no matter the size, helps us reimagine aging with innovation, dignity, and heart. Together, we are building what’s next — today and for generations to come.
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SAVOR THE SEASON: SMART HOLIDAY EATING TIPS
The holidays bring friends, family, and plenty of good food! You don’t have to choose between enjoying treats and staying healthy — with a few simple strategies, you can have both.
Keep moving. Aim for 20–30 minutes of activity you enjoy each day.
Say yes to treats. Enjoy small portions of your favorites — guilt-free!
Add color. Load up on fruits and veggies for snacks and sides.
Honor your hunger. Listen to your body and politely decline when full.
Be mindful. Slow down, savor flavors, and enjoy each bite.
The best gift you can give yourself? Permission to celebrate with balance, joy, and mindfulness this holiday season.
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NIGHT TO REMEMBER: DONOR SPEAKEASY SOIRÉE
Tall Oaks Hall was transformed into a roaring ’20s speakeasy for a dazzling evening honoring the generosity of our donors.
Guests slipped through a faux flower shop “front,” whispered the secret password, and stepped into a lively jazz club filled with flapper fashion, vintage cars, blackjack tables, a champagne tower, and live music. Every detail — from candy cigars to themed lounges — brought the glamour of the era to life.
The Speakeasy Soirée was more than an evening of fun — it was our heartfelt way of saying thank you to those whose generosity makes Warm Hearth Village such a special place to live and work.
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OUR BIGGEST TRICK-OR-TREAT TRAIL YET
Our 5th Annual Trick-or-Treat Trail was the biggest and best yet, with nearly 800 ghosts, goblins, and superheroes joining us for an evening of Halloween magic!
Guests wandered through creative themed stops — from a Star Wars gazebo with lightsabers, to a spooky (but silly) pet cemetery, and even a surprise appearance by Beetlejuice. Families enjoyed free popcorn, mountains of candy, a hayride, and a magician who left the crowd spellbound.
Even better, the fun came with purpose: guests brought paper products for Micah’s Pantry, proving that giving back can be just as sweet as candy.
Huge thanks to our residents, staff, volunteers, and local businesses who brought the trail to life. Your creativity, energy, and community spirit made it an unforgettable event.
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