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Family Events

Quality family time is one of the hardest things for a family to find when their child has cancer. They need that time to reconnect as a family, share some fun and laughter, and strengthen their bond during a stressful time.

Special Love’s family programs are designed to do just that, by hosting opportunities throughout the year.

Upcoming Programs for Families
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Emergency Financial Relief Program

Special Love Octoberfest

A cancer diagnosis changes every aspect of a family’s life. Next to the well-being of a child, a parent’s most pressing concern is often financial.

Special Love provides emergency financial relief to Special Love families, as well as families who have not yet participated in our programing, to help with non-medical financial needs through the Kathy Russell Emergency Relief Fund.

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Parents Day

  • May 11 12:00pm - May 11 4:00pm
  • Barrel Oaks Winery

Parents, a day just for you – to sip, snack, and socialize! Get away for the day at Barrel Oak Winery. Register for this day just for you here!

Upcoming Programs

May 18 2024

Summer Family Day

  • May 18
  • Smokey Glen Farm

Summer Family Day is a fun-filled gathering for all present (and future) Special Love families.  We’ll have everything from face painters, balloon artists, zip-lining, crafts, and outdoor games.. Food and […]


Sep 14 2024

Family Day at Williamsburg Campground

  • September 14
  • Williamsburg Campground

Join us for Family Day at the Williamsburg Campground. Arts and crafts, games, food, and fun for the whole family! More information to come.


Oct 11 2024

Octoberfest Weekend

  • October 11 - October 13
  • Northern Virginia 4-H Educational and Conference Center

Hold onto your haunted hats, we’re going back to Camp Horizon for more fun at Octoberfest Family Weekend on October 11-13! We’ll have jack-o-lanterns, canoeing, haunted hikes, and spooky campfires + […]


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