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Community Connections

Where Great Businesses Meet Great Families

We believe the strongest communities are built when great local businesses support each other and the families they serve. On this page you will find a curated selection of local businesses that share our commitment to quality, integrity, and community. Whether you are looking for a trusted healthcare provider, a reliable home service professional, a local school or place of worship, or a favorite neighborhood spot, these are businesses we know, respect, and are happy to share with our community. If you are a local business that would like to be featured on this page, reach out to us directly.

Founding Sponsor

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Atlantic Shores Christian School

A non-denominational, independent Christian School serving families from all over Hampton Roads.

1217 Centerville Turnpike N, Chesapeake, VA 23320
(757) 479-9598

Health and Wellness

Trusted professionals who care for your body and your mind.

Your health is the foundation of everything you do. We are proud to highlight local health and wellness professionals who go above and beyond for their patients and clients. From chiropractors who help athletes and active families recover and perform at their best, to dentists who keep your family's smiles healthy, to doctors, physical therapists, mental health counselors, nutritionists, and optometrists who provide exceptional care to our community — these are the professionals we trust and are happy to share with you.

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Healthy Family Chiro

Whole-family wellness

Chiropractic care for families, athletes, and growing kids.

933 Cedar Lane
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Summit Pediatric Dental

Family dentistry

Gentle, kid-friendly dental care for the whole family

1450 Elm Road
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Fresh Field Pediatrics

Pediatric care

Compassionate care from newborns through teen years.

1201 Willow Way

Home and Trade

Skilled professionals who keep your home running right.

Every homeowner knows the value of having a reliable, trustworthy trade professional they can call. Whether you need heating and cooling service, a licensed plumber or electrician, a skilled contractor for a renovation, or dependable help with landscaping, roofing, pest control, or cleaning — the professionals featured here are known for their quality work and their commitment to the families and homes they serve.

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Earth Care

Residential Landscaping

We service all of your outdoor landscaping needs from mowing to mulching.

37631 N. Piedra Grande Dr
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Four Seasons Home Services

Heating & AC service & repair

Heating and air conditioning company providing services such as furnace repair.

6121 E. Milton Dr
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Blue Sky Pest Control

Pest Control Services

Local, family-owned pest-control service that sends courteous technicians to combat termites and more.

22505 N. 18th Dr

Community and Education

The organizations that make our community stronger.

A thriving community is built on education, faith, and connection. Here you will find local daycares and childcare providers who nurture your youngest learners, private and public schools committed to academic excellence, tutoring centers and after-school programs that help students reach their potential, and churches, nonprofits, civic organizations, and parks and recreation programs that bring our community together. These are the organizations that invest in the next generation right alongside us.

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Virginia Beach Farmers Market

Local Farmers Market

The Virginia Beach Farmers Market is open year-round and features an assortment of agriculture-inspired shops and related businesses.

3640 Dam Neck Rd.
Virginia Beach, VA 23453
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Childcare Network

A High-Quality Early Education Experience

Childcare Network provides children from infancy to school age with a safe, fun environment to learn and grow.

1056 Ferry Plantation Rd
Virginia Beach, VA 23455
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Great Bridge Kindercare

Preschool in Chesapeake, Virginia

Discover nurturing child care where skilled teachers support your child’s safety, learning, and growth—every day!

929 Cedar Rd
Chesapeake, VA 23322
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Envision Lead Grow

Redefining the evolution of a woman

Transforming communities of poverty into communities of prosperity through the promise of girls & women.

340 High St
Portsmouth, VA 23704
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Crestwood Intermediate School

Elementary school in Chesapeake

Promoting educational excellence by engaging all students in meaningful and innovative learning experiences.

1240 Great Bridge Blvd
Chesapeake, VA 23320
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W. T. Cooke Elementary

Elementary school in Virginia Beach

Put Students First. Seek Growth. Be Open to Change. Do Great Work Together. Value Differences.

1501 Mediterranean Ave
Virginia Beach, VA 23451

Lifestyle and Local Favorites

The local spots that make everyday life better.

Great communities are also built on great experiences. From restaurants and cafes where families gather, to gyms, yoga studios, and dance studios that keep you active, to hair and nail salons, photographers, videographers, and the shops and services that make daily life enjoyable — these are our local favorites. You will also find real estate agents, insurance professionals, pet services, martial arts supply stores, sports leagues, and event venues that serve our community with pride.

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The Creek Patio Grill

Classic American Food

Spacious, contemporary eatery & bar serving steak, seafood, pasta & cocktails plus patio seating.

28244 N. Tatum Blvd
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Desert Moon Yoga

Mind Body Connection

They offer a variety of classes for all skill levels. Private lessons, Hot yoga, Sound Healing.

28325 N. Tatum Blvd.
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Nail Couture

A deluxe beauty experience

Laid-back spot for nail treatments like manicures and pedicures, as well as waxing services.

87 Main Street

Frequently Asked Questions

Community Connections is a place on our website where we feature the local businesses our community knows, trusts, and relies on. It is a simple way for great businesses in our area to support one another and help local families find the people who serve them well.
Because the families who visit this page already trust us, and that trust naturally extends to the businesses we choose to feature. You gain exposure to a warm, local audience, a link to your website from ours, and a real relationship with another established business in your community. It is word of mouth, online.
No. There is no fee and nothing to buy. Community Connections is about building real relationships in our community, not selling advertising. If we feature your business, it is because we believe our families would be glad to know about you.
It is simple. We add your business to our Community Connections page and link to your website, and you do the same for us on yours. Families in our community see us standing together, and over time we send good people back and forth to one another. Everyone benefits, especially the families we both serve.
Local businesses of all kinds, the ones families count on every day. Health and wellness, home services, education, dining, and the local favorites that make our community what it is. If you serve our community well and care about the families in it, you are exactly the kind of business we would love to feature.
There is no quota and no pressure. This works best when good businesses naturally think of one another, so we simply ask that you keep us in mind the same way we will keep you in mind. When the right family comes along, a friendly introduction goes a long way for both of us.
Yes. We add a real link to your website from our Community Connections page, and we ask that you add one back to ours. Those connections help local families find both of us easily, and they help search engines understand that two trusted businesses in the same community stand behind each other.
No contract and no obligation. This is a handshake between two businesses that care about the same community. If it ever stops making sense for either of us, there are no strings attached.
Yes, and that is one of the best parts. We like to set up a short, friendly conversation so we can get to know your business and how we can genuinely support one another. It is a relationship, not a listing.
Just reach out using the form on this page. Tell us a little about your business, and we will be in touch to welcome you and walk you through the next steps. It only takes a minute, and we would love to have you as part of our community.
Tell Us About Them

Know a local business our community would love?

We're always looking for trusted neighbors to add to our Circle.