NEW RIVER VALLY SENIOR GAMES
Join the 2025 New River Valley Senior Games, hosted by Radford Parks and Recreation from April 27 – May 2. Warm Hearth Village is proud to be a partner in this exciting week of fun, friendship and competition.
Participants 50 and older can compete in events like Pickleball, Badminton, Golf, Cornhole, Swimming, Bocce Ball and Basketball. Whether aiming to win or simply staying active, there's something for everyone!
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Create & Sip: St. Patrick’s Day Fascinators
Get creative on Wednesday, March 12, from 3 to 4pm at The Village Center and make a festive St. Patrick’s Day fascinator. Enjoy cheese, fruit, crackers and hot tea or coffee, with additional beverages available for purchase.
Sign up by March 11 at 1pm by calling Bix at 540-443-3800. Free for residents; $25 for guests.
St. Patrick’s Day Special at Treasure Trove
Now through March 17, wear green and receive 17% OFF your purchase at The Treasure Trove! On St. Patrick’s Day, enjoy fun surprises at checkout and be entered into a drawing for a 50% OFF shopping spree.
The Treasure Trove is located at 3045 N Franklin St, Christiansburg, VA 24073 - Across from Corning.
St. Patrick’s Day Magic Monday
Celebrate on Monday, March 17, from 3 – 5pm at The Village Center, with dinner and live music by Simple Gifts of the Blue Ridge, a talented group performing traditional folk music with hammer dulcimer, guitar, flute, folk harp and percussion.
Enjoy a $7.95 dinner special featuring corned beef and cabbage, roasted potatoes and vegetables, dinner rolls and a brownie topped with Bailey’s Irish whipped cream and a mint cookie crumble.
Join in the fun and celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with us at Warm Hearth Village!
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ROCK STAR FITNESS MEMBER, LYNN MARTIN
Congratulations to Lynn Martin, this month’s Rock Star Fitness Member, recognized for her dedication to health and wellness. She stays active with fitness classes and personal training, meeting with her trainer, Marcus, twice weekly. Always eager to push her limits, Lynn has taken on boxing, improving her hand speed, reaction time and lateral quickness through challenging workouts.
Beyond fitness, Lynn embodies the Warm Hearth spirit, staying engaged through socializing, volunteering and encouraging others. Well done, Lynn—your dedication is truly inspiring!
For more information about the Warm Hearth Fitness Center, contact Fitness Director Kenny Harrah at (540) 443-3474.
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EXPLORING THE BRAIN: UNDERSTANDING COGNITIVE DECLINE
Join us for the second session in our three-part series on cognitive health and aging. This session will provide an in-depth look at common age-related cognitive disorders, including Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. Dr. Kylee Smith will explore the biological and environmental factors that contribute to these conditions and share insights from current research aimed at better understanding and addressing cognitive decline.
Tuesday, March 12 at 2pm
The Village Center, 2387 Warm Hearth Drive, Blacksburg
Dr. Smith, a postdoctoral fellow at Virginia Tech specializing in traumatic brain injury (TBI) research, holds a doctorate in Behavioral Neuroscience from the University of Texas. Her research focuses on identifying blood biomarkers to predict recovery outcomes in children and adults with TBIs.
Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights into brain health and cognitive longevity.
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VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT
Warm Hearth Village thrives because of the dedication and generosity of its resident volunteers. These individuals share their time and talents to make our community a more welcoming, beautiful and environmentally responsible place to call home. Their efforts often go unseen, but their impact is felt across campus.
On March 1, eight Warm Hearth Village residents joined 28 volunteers from the Virginia Tech Chi Delta Alpha sorority, contributing 74 hours of service to clean and maintain the wooded trails on campus. Volunteers worked together to clean benches and signs, blaze trails, rake leaves and clear debris, ensuring that residents can continue to enjoy these natural spaces.
A heartfelt thank you to the Chi Delta Alpha volunteers and their parents, as well as Warm Hearth residents Jack Onufrak, Randi Lemmon, Ken and Ann Winans, Greg Urbinati, Glenn Freeman and Marti Snyder for their hard work. A special thanks to Jack Onufrak and Rylee Whitt for organizing this successful event!
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START SPRING WITH A BOOST OF NUTRITION
Spring brings sunshine and a fresh variety of seasonal fruits and vegetables. Eating produce that is in season isn’t just a great way to enjoy richer flavors—it can also be more affordable and packed with nutrients.
Spinach is loaded with vitamins A and K, which support eye and bone health. Try adding it to omelets, salads, or pasta or puree it into sauces, soups or meatballs for a hidden nutrient boost.
Beets are full of fiber and folate, making them a great addition to your diet. If their earthy flavor isn’t your favorite, try roasting, blending into soups or adding to sauces for a milder taste.
Strawberries are in season and bursting with vitamin C to help boost immunity. Enjoy them on their own, in smoothies or as a topping for yogurt and salads.
Asparagus is another springtime favorite. Roast it in the oven with olive oil, salt and pepper for a simple and delicious side dish. With so many varieties, you’re sure to find one you love.
This month, challenge yourself to add one new vegetable to your meals each week—small changes lead to big health benefits.
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THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR EMPLOYEES
The generous support of our donors has fully funded employee appreciation efforts for 2025! More than $33,000 in contributions from residents, employees, families and other donors will be used to provide motivational rewards, service awards, holiday gift cards and department-specific efforts aimed at recognizing and retaining our outstanding employees.
This spring, we will continue our fundraising work to support employees through the Employee Growth and Development Scholarship Fund. Contributions from this fund will allow an open application for all Warm Hearth employees interested in pursuing job-related training and educational opportunities. To date, contributions to this fund have enabled the Warm Hearth Foundation and Warm Hearth Village to provide more than $62,000 to 33 employees for career advancement opportunities.
We couldn’t do it without you. Thank you for helping us make an impact in the lives of our employees!
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CARING FOR YOUR KIDNEYS
Your kidneys work hard to keep you healthy—filtering waste, balancing fluids, and regulating blood pressure- but they need care too. March is National Kidney Month, a time to focus on prevention and support for those managing kidney disease. A healthy lifestyle and proper medical care can make all the difference.
That’s where Warm Hearth at Home comes in. Whether you need skilled nursing, therapy services, medication management or help with daily activities, our team provides personalized, in-home support to help you maintain your health and independence. If you or a loved one could use extra care, we’re here to help—because wellness starts at home.
Have questions or need support? Call us at (540) 443-3428—we’re here to be your partner in care!
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SPRING ARTS AND CRAFTS FAIR
Discover unique, locally handcrafted gifts and artwork at the 4th Annual Warm Hearth Village Spring Arts & Crafts Fair. This event showcases a wide selection of high-quality artisanal goods, including pottery, woodworking, home décor, accessories, soaps, candles and more. Enjoy a one-of-a-kind shopping experience featuring talented artists from our campus and throughout the New River Valley.
Various artists and crafters will be on hand to sell their creations and The Huckleberry Café will be open for refreshments. Admission is free and the event is open to the public—don’t miss this opportunity to support local artisans and find something special!
Saturday, March 29 | 10 am – 4 pm
The Village Center
2387 Warm Hearth Drive, Blacksburg
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NEW TITLES & FACES
We are excited to welcome Char Bell as the new Director of Marketing at Warm Hearth Village. Originally from the Pacific Northwest, Char earned her degree in Communications, Sociology and Anthropology from Roanoke College. With experience in marketing strategy, software development and strategic consulting, she brings a strong blend of creativity and strategy to our team. Char is eager to contribute and looks forward to collaborating with the community.
We also welcome Susie Gibson as the new Executive Assistant to the President. Susie comes to us from Atlanta, Georgia, and is a proud mother of four daughters. She is a graduate of The University of Georgia and has extensive experience as an Executive and Administrative assistant, as well as a previous career as a flight attendant with Delta airlines. She is excited to be part of Warm Hearth Village and looks forward to supporting the organization’s mission.
Please join us in extending a warm welcome to Char and Susie as they begin their journey with us!
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