Wed, Aug 13 - World Class Wednesdays, 5-8:30 pm, Town Square to Mary’s Park (We are taking over the whole center!), Peninsula Town Center, Hampton. A weekly world class celebration that brings Peninsula Town Center, Bonfire Magazine and Tysinger Auto Group together to feature a weekly European inspired world class wine celebration featuring live entertainment, food, wine, art, luxury automobiles and more.
Wed, Aug 13 - 2014 “Y-Not Wednesdays”, w/ ‘The Mike Proffitt Band’, 5:00-9:00 pm , Sandler Center Outdoor Plaza, Town Center, Virginia Beach, VA. The sixth annual FREE Summer Concert Series and Farmers Market. Visitors will enjoy music ranging from rock to blues to Motown. Title sponsor Ynot Pizza will be serving up delicious pizza, sandwiches, and gelato all season long. The Virginia Beach Farmers Market will have local farmers with their fresh fruits, vegetables, and other homegrown items on the Plaza. Check out the Kids’ Art Cart sponsored by the Sandler Center Foundation inside the Miller Studio Theatre.
Wed, Aug 13 - "Live on the Square at Port Warwick", this week ‘Trademark’, Loftest Blvd., Newport News, VA, 6:00 pm. Presented by Virginia Health Services, enjoy the summer night air on Styron Square listening to the area’s best music. The concerts are free and all are welcome! Bring your own lawn chairs, blankets, food and drink, or enjoy the music from one of the Port Warwick restaurant patios!
Wed, Aug 13 - "Civil War Tours with Private James Cook", Mondays & Wednesdays 7:30 pm, Renaissance Portsmouth Hotel & Waterfront Conference Center, 425 Water Street, Portsmouth, VA. Join Private James Cook, portrayed by Greg Eatroff, for a stroll through four centuries of maritime history and learn about Portsmouth’s role in the Civil War. Hear tales of Union occupation during the Civil War. One home was used by Union Forces to issue passes during the Civil War, while yet another concealed medicine for Confederate soldiers. $10.00 / Two for $15.00 fee paid at the tour.
Wed, Aug 13 - Oceanfront Fireworks, Virginia Beach. View fireworks from the boardwalk, where they are launched off 20th Street from a barge on the water. Please keep all pets safe inside during fireworks. Please note: Fireworks may be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather OR unsafe water conditions
Wed-Tue, Aug 13-18, - 'Krendl & Company' Magical Variety Show, 7:30-10:00 pm, 24th Street Park, Virginia Beach Oceanfront.
Thu, Aug 14 - “City Center Farmers’ Market”, 10 am - 2 pm, Mariners’ Rows, City Center at Oyster Point, 700 Town Center Dr., Newport News, VA. A collection of products that are straight from the farm! Includes locally grown fruits and vegetables, seafood, plants, herbs, baked goods, free range chickens, pork, bison, bath products, fresh bread and dog treats. Also available are dairy products, such as cheese, goat’s cheese, milk, bath products, fresh bread and eggs. Come see what we have to offer!
Thu, Aug 14 - "Thursdays by the Lake", with ‘The Hark’, 6:00 pm, The Mariners’ Museum/USS Monitor Center, 100 Museum Dr., Newport News, VA. Join the museum for its annual concert series on the banks of Lake Maury, overlooking the full-scale replica of the Civil War ironclad USS Monitor. Bring a blanket or chair and enjoy the live music. Adult beverages, soft drinks and food for sale.
Thu, Aug 14 - "Hip Hop 2014: The Big Reveal", 6:30 - 8:00 pm, Kempsville Recreation Center, 800 Monmouth Ln, Virginia Beach, VA. Throughout the summer, 13 teens have undergone a life-changing process. With a love for hip hop music as their motivation, they have delved into the true hip hop culture and the five elements of which it is comprised: emceeing, DJ-ing, B-boying, graffiti, and knowledge. They have even collectively written and recorded a song to represent the challenges of their generation that will be played on 103 Jamz. Teens will show off the skills they learned and perform their song “Knockout.” Hear the song before it’s played on 103 Jamz, and witness these talented teens emerge as confident leaders!
Thu, Aug 14 - "Olde Towne Living History Tours with Colonel Wm. Crawford", Thursdays & Saturdays 7:30 pm, Renaissance Portsmouth Hotel & Waterfront Conference Center, 425 Water Street, Portsmouth, VA. Join Portsmouth’s founder, Colonel William Crawford, for a stroll through four centuries of maritime history in the home of America’s first and largest shipyard. Hear tales of early growth and expansion, British occupation during the Revolutionary War and War of 1812 and Union occupation during the Civil War as you pass one of the largest collections of historic homes on the Eastern Seaboard. $10.00 / Two for $15.00 fee paid at the tour.
Thu, Aug 14 - "Shipwrecks and Ghost Lore" Walking Tour, 7:30 pm, The Old Coast Guard Station, 24th Street and Atlantic Ave, Virginia Beach, VA. Experience the Ghost Walk! Join a costumed interpreter as they bring to life true accounts of local ghosts, pirates, witches & shipwrecks. Walking Tours last 60 to 90 minutes. Tickets $12 Adult, $5 Child (ages 6-12). Reservations appreciated. Get $2 Off Adult Coupon in Museum Store. 757 422 1587
Thu, Aug 14 - VSO Symphony by the Sea, 7:30 pm, 31st Street Stage, Oceanfront, Virginia Beach, VA.
Thu, Aug 14 - "The Summer Stars", 8:00 pm, Chesapeake Public Schools Planetarium, 310 Shea Dr., Chesapeake, VA. The wonders of the summer sky will be the topic of this program. We will examine the constellations of summer and some of the mythology associated with these stars. The program will also examine some of the astronomical objects located in the summer sky and demonstrate methods of locating them with a small telescope or binoculars. Due to limited seating, reservations are necessary and may be made by telephoning Chesapeake Public Schools between 8 AM and 4 PM weekdays at (757) 547-0153.
Thu-Sun, Aug 14-17 - “I Sincerely Doubt That This Old House Is Very Haunted”, Smithfield Little Theatre, 210 N. Church St, downtown Smithfield, VA. It’s a musical. It’s a comedy. It’s a mystery. And it’s all about dead ghosts and live folks! This production is the final presentation of the theater’s Summer Youth Project and is directed by Judy Winslow & Trey Gwaltney and written by Paul Crabtree. For further information call (757) 357-7338.
Fri, Aug 15 - "Town Fair at Town Center", 5 - 8:00 pm, Virginia Beach Town Center, Market St, Virginia Beach, VA. The Town Fair at Town Center features local handmade art, jewelry, goods and fair trade merchandise. On the third Friday of each month, April through September, residents and visitors alike, can stroll around the Fountain Plaza of Town Center as we showcase more than 30 merchants’ handmade and fair trade goods. Spend your afternoon with us, shopping, dining and enjoying our outdoor evening entertainment.
Fri, Aug 15 - “Fresh Catch Friday”, w/ ‘Jesse Chong’, 5-9:00 pm, TowneBank Fountain, Town Point Park, Norfolk, VA. Every Friday in August. Norfolk’s largest outdoor waterfront party, enhances the evening with bushels of fun! A crab pickin’, finger-licking, beer drinking great time! We will be serving up locally caught Chesapeake Bay Blue Crabs and a variety of Virginia Seafood caught fresh from the mouth of the Elizabeth River. Wash it all down with a frosty beverage from Omar’s Café. Lawn Chairs and blankets are welcome. Coolers, food and soft drinks are permitted. No Alcohol or glass is permitted; food and alcohol will be available for purchase during the festival. For more information please call 757-441-2345 or find us on Facebook.
Fri, Aug 15 - “Skywatch at Northwest River Park”, 5:30-11:00 pm, 1733 Indian Creek Rd, Chesapeake, VA. Join Back Bay Amateur Astronomers as they bring their scopes and expertise to bear on the galaxy. Weather permitting at the Equestrian area of Northwest River Park. Free and Open to the Public. Contact: Shawn Callahan (757) 421-7151
Fri, Aug 15 - "Jokes and Sax at Portside", w/ featuring noted Comedian ‘Cletus Kassady’, and Sax Player ‘Stan Howard’, 6:00 pm, downtown Portsmouth, VA. For more information contact Parks, Recreation and Leisure Services Valora Baskerville 393-8481
Fri, Aug 15 - "TGIF Summer Concert Series", with ‘Beatlemania Returns’, 6-9:30 pm, presented by Suffolk Parks & Recreation, Bennet’s Creek Park, Suffolk, VA. Join your neighbors at Bennett’s Creek Park for the second half of the TGIF Summer Concert Series in Suffolk. Enjoy this free and family-friendly event in the park, as bands play a variety of hits and kids enjoy the children’s area. Each week will feature a new band with music to get you out of your seat and enjoying your Friday night!
Fri, Aug 15 - "Family Pirate Palooza", 6 - 8:00 pm, Watermen’s Museum, 309 Water Street, Yorktown, VA. The Hysterically Correct Pirate show is an exciting musical sail through pirate history and legend with the crew! Learn to talk, walk, work, play, and sing like a real pirate! With toe tappin jigs, delightful original songs along with the traditional songs of the sailors of the day, this entertainment is not to miss and fun for the whole family. Reasonably priced shrimp and family food available from Carrot Tree Kitchens. 757.887.2641
Fri, Aug 15 - Free Wine Tasting at Riverwalk Restaurant, 6-8:00 pm, 323 Water Street, Yorktown. In our lobby, every Friday, sample delicious wines from various vineyards and regions. Free. Call 757.875.1522 or visit http://www.riverwalkrestaurant.net/
Fri, Aug 15 - Free Summer Concert at Towneplace at Greenbrier, w/ ‘Lewis McGehee’, 6:00 - 8:30 pm, 725 Eden Way North, Chesapeake. Enjoy free outdoor concerts every Friday at the gazebo between Moe’s and Surf Rider. Free concerts benefit CHIP of Virginia, a non-profit organization responsible for the development of community-based child health and family support programs. Towne Place at Greenbrier is located on Eden Way North off of Greenbrier Parkway. The concerts are free and open to the public, don’t forget your lawn chairs!
Fri, Aug 15 - "Thank Goodness it’s Ocean View", w/ ‘Bill Deal’s Original Rhondels’, 6-9:30 pm, Ocean View Park, Norfolk. Summer brings the return of The TGOV Beach Music Friday after-work music series. It’s a great way to start the weekend with Live Music, children’s activities, cornhole games, food, beverages and more! TGOV begins Saturday, July 5, 2014 and runs every Friday from 6 pm to 9:30 pm through August 22, 2014.
Fri, Aug 15 - "Friday Night Hoedown" at the Virginia Beach Farmer’s Market, with the ‘Back Porch Boogie’, 7-10:00 pm, 3640 Dam Neck Road (and Princess Anne Rd.), Virginia Beach, VA. More info from FarmMrkt@vbgov.comor (757) 385-4388.
Fri, Aug 15 - "Friday Night Adventures", 7:30 pm, Newport News Park Discovery Center, 13560 Jefferson Avenue, Newport News. Every Friday, meet a park naturalist to discover facts about some of the park’s natural and historical features. Programs include nature walks, video presentations and/or hands on activities. Topics include beavers, snakes, owls, bats and other creatures inhabiting the park. Call 886-7916 for weekly topic and location.
Fri, Aug 15 - Friday Night "Summer Concert Series" presents ‘Hard Knox’, 8:00 pm, on the lawn of the Smithfield Times, 228 Main Street, Smithfield. It’s Island night at the Gazebo. Enjoy the Caribbean without leaving home with the music of this steel drum band. The Summer Concert Series is each Friday night throughout the Summer. Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy. The concerts are free. This program is co-sponsored by The Smithfield Times and the Isle of Wight Arts League. For further information call (757) 357-7707.
Fri-Sun, Aug 15-17 - "The Sound of Music", Peninsula Community Theater, 10251 Warwick Blvd, Newport News, VA. Based on the actual accounts of the Von Trapp family, this story was destined to become the most beloved and largest audience-viewed musical in the world! This beautiful story with soaring and familiar tunes takes place behind the curtain of Nazi occupied Austria. Join us this summer for an intimate production that will leave you wanting to “climb every mountain” until you too, find your dreams! 757-595-5728
Sat, Aug 16 - "Weekend Workout", Every Saturday in August, 8-11:00 am, Fountain Plaza, City Center at Oyster Point, 700 Town Center Dr., Newport News, VA. Start your weekend with a FREE morning workout, featuring Yoga, Tai Chi, Zumba and Variety Fitness taught by certified Newport News Parks, Recreation and Tourism instructors. Classes are open to all ages and levels. All classes are 50 minutes and take place under the band shell. 8am YOGA, 9am TAI CHI, 10am ZUMBA, 11am VARIETY FITNESS.
Sat, Aug 16 - "Yorktown Market Days", 8:00 am-12:00 pm, Chischiak Green, 425 Water Street, Yorktown. Fresh produce, meat and seafood, baked goods, coffee, specialty cut flowers, quality art, entertainment and much more await you at the Saturday morning Market Days. This week’s live entertainment is by ‘Jukes Boogie Trio’. Free
Sat, Aug 16 - "Old Beach Farmers’ Market", 8:00 am-12:00 pm, in the parking lot of Croc’s 19th Street Bistro, on the corner of 19th Street and Cypress Ave, Virginia Beach, VA. We feature seasonal fresh fruits and vegetables, meats (pork, bison, beef, chicken, turkey, sausages, charcuterie), eggs, seafood, cheeses, a wide assortment of baked goods (biscuits, pies, cakes, brownies and cookies), artisanal breads, and savory foods from local chefs (pasta, sauces, salsas, salads, tamales), soap, and flowers. Founded in 2008, Old Beach Farmers Market is run entirely by volunteers as an independent 501(c)6 organization. We support local family farms, watermen, and Virginia wineries. Old Beach Farmers Market is a certified Virginia Green market, encouraging eco-friendly practices. Walk over or ride a bike. Bring a reusable shopping bag. Come discover the taste of fresh, seasonal fare.
Sat, Aug 16 - Chesapeake Farmers’ Market, 8:00 am-1:00 pm, Chesapeake City Park 900 Greenbrier Pkwy, and Battlefield Park South (foot of Great Bridge bridge) 120 Reservation Road, Chesapeake, VA. For information call the Agriculture office at 382-6348.
Sat, Aug 16 - Williamsburg Farmers’ Market, 8:00 am-12:00 pm, 402 West Duke of Gloucester St, Williamsburg, VA. Producers of locally grown produce, seafood, cut flowers, organic vegetables, herbs, baked goods, pasture-raised meats, cheeses, herbal and goat’s milk soap, fresh bread, pumpkins, honey and eggs. Contact Tracy Herner, Market Manager 757-259-3768. Celebrate National Farmers Market Week at the Williamsburg Farmers Market! Over 40 vendors will have produce, fruit, eggs, baked goods, meats, cheeses, honey and so much more. Traditions at the Lodge will be at the Chef’s Tent. LCV Project will be performing acoustic music from 9:00 am until 11:00 am. The Master Gardeners Exhibit will feature pruning.
Sat, Aug 16 - Paradise Creek Volunteer Saturday, 9-11:00 am, Paradise Creek Nature Park, Portsmouth VA. Become a river hero. Help us clean up the park, improve plantings and learn river stewardship while you’re at it! Become part of a community working to clean up the Elizabeth River. Litter clean ups, trail maintenance, invasive plant removal, native species plantings, and more. Groups and children are welcome. Projects vary by date. 757-399-7487
Sat, Aug 16 - St. Paul’s Downtown Farm Market, 210 St. Paul’s Blvd., Norfolk, VA, 9:00 am-12:00 pm. Between City Hall & Market St. across from Nordstrom at MacArthur Center. St. Paul’s Episcopal Church and Five Points Community Farm Market have partnered to bring fresh fruit, vegetables and flowers to Downtown Norfolk every Saturday, rain or shine, from May through November
Sat, Aug 16 - Smithfield Farmers’ Market, 9:00 am - 12 noon, the Bank of Southside Virginia parking lot in downtown Smithfield. Named one of the “101 Best Farmers Markets in America” by the DailyMeal.com, Smithfield’s Farmers Market is held every Saturday morning from April 5 through October 25. Now in its 14th season, each market features “Virginia Grown” - locally grown produce and items such as: beef, pork, chicken, eggs, peanuts, plants, herbs, baked goods, coffee, cheese, honey, barbecue, wood-fired pizza, ham sandwiches, handcrafted items and live music each week!
Sat, Aug 16 - "Farmers’ Fare at East Beach", 9:00 am - 12 noon, Pavilion Park, 4730 Hammock Lane, Norfolk, VA. Welcome to our 3rd season of the Farmers’ Fare at East Beach! As a local, seasonal marketplace we will feature fresh fruits and vegetables, meat, free range chicken and turkey, fish and seafood, eggs, artisanal breads, scratch made cupcakes, brownies and cookies, with gluten free options available. There is fresh seafood, organic and sustainably grown produce, berries and poultry products.
Sat, Aug 16 - Olde Towne Farmers’ Market - Every Saturday, 9:00 am-1:00 pm. Portsmouth Historic district market with locally and organically grown veggies, fruits, nut, herbs, beef, chicken, eggs, seafood, artisanal breads, scones, pastries, cakes, pies, jams, jellies, salsas, fresh, dried and silk flowers, soaps, lotions, pottery, arts/crafts. Just outside the Portsmouth Art & Cultural Center courtyard at Court and High Streets.
Sat, Aug 16 - Suffolk Farmers’ Market, at the Pavilion, 9:00 am-1:00 pm, 524 N. Main St., Suffolk, VA. (See below - July 16) For info contact the Suffolk Visitor Center at 757.514.4130
Sat, Aug 16 - Guided Canoe Tour: Northwest River, 10:00 am - 12:30 pm, Northwest River Park & Campground, 1733 Indian Creek Rd, Chesapeake, VA. Enjoy a guided canoe trip on the beautiful and wild Northwest River. Children 6 and older with adult in boat. Reservations are required. Check-in 15 minutes early at Northwest River Park. $20 per adult; $10 per youth (2 youth per adult) Contact: Shawn Callahan (757) 421-7151
Sat, Aug 16 - "Family Picnic Event", 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, Virginia Beach Farmers Market, 3640 Dam Neck Rd, Virginia Beach, VA. Join us for a delicious day, all about summer picnics!?
Sat, Aug 16 - "Walking Tour of the Isle of Wight County Courthouse Complex", 10:00 a.m., Tour begins at Boykin’s Tavern Museum, 17130 Monument Circle, Isle of Wight. Join us as we explore this 19th, 20th and 21st century site and share the story of its beginnings as well as a few tales of capers and duels. This tour begins and ends at Boykin’s Tavern. For further information call (757) 365-9771.
Sat, Aug 16 - "Discovery Hour", 11:00 am, Newport News Park Discovery Center, 13560 Jefferson Avenue, Newport News. Every Saturday from May 10th through August 30th, discover special facts about the wildlife living in our area, find fun activities in the parks, and meet new friends while learning about our natural environment. Most programs begin at the Discovery Center, and may include crafts, games or nature walk for the whole family. Call 886-7916 for topic information. http://www.nnparks.com/
Sat, Aug 16 - "Aberdeen Gardens fish fry ", 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, The Historical Foundation of Aberdeen Gardens, 55 N Mary Peake Blvd, Hampton, VA. Dinners include fried fish, green beans, baked beans, a dinner roll, and a slice of cake for dessert. Dinners: $7.00, Sandwiches: $4.00 , Hot dogs: $1.00 757-722-2345
Sat, Aug 16 - "Freaky Kon-Tiki", 11:00 am - 6:00 pm, Mill Point Park, 100 Eaton St, Hampton, VA. Build your own river raft race and cornhole tournament. Plenty of spectator fun as well with vendors, music and food. Cornhole tournament registration begins at 1 p.m. and starts at 2 p.m. Raft race: $25 per team (register by August 14), cornhole: $10 per person, spectators free. 727-8311
Sat, Aug 16 - Paradise Creek Dogs for the Elizabeth, 1-3:00 pm, Paradise Creek Nature Park, Portsmouth, VA. For the dog days of summer, here’s a special dog day at the park… Bring your dog for treats and dog games, or adopt a dog while you’re there, and play “scoop the poop.” Elizabeth River Project will partner with Portsmouth Humane Society, DoodyCalls and area pet stores for an afternoon of fun activities on healthy dogs, healthy river. 757-399-7487
Sat, Aug 16 - "Walking Tour of Nike Park",.2:00 p.m., 13036 Nike Park Road, Carrollton, VA. Visit one of the Cold War’s few surviving Army Air-Defense Posts. Local historian Albert Burckard hosts a short presentation and a walking tour of this site which contains the original barracks, mess hall, administration and recreation building, officer/non-commissioned officer family housing, fueling area and underground missile magazines. Event held in the Senior Center. For further information call (757) 357-0115.
Sat, Aug 16 - Windsor Farmers’ Market, 4-8:00 pm, Country Boys BBQ, 20 W. Windsor Blvd, Windsor, VA. New Farmers Market in Windsor featuring the best of local veggies and fruits, plants, soaps, cheeses, and more. Bands playing on occasion! Attendees receive a coupon for 10% off to dine at Country Boys BBQ. Free admission! For further information call (757) 560-8861.
Sat, Aug 16 - "14th Annual Norfolk Latino Music Festival", 5-10:00 pm, Town Point Park, Norfolk, VA. Free & Open to the Public. The sun goes down, the stars come out, and the largest outdoor dance floor in Hampton Roads heats up. DJ Mangu, Latin Jazz Conspiracy.
Sat, Aug 16 - "Movie & More Series" featuring ‘The Sandlot’, 6:00 pm, Chesapeake City Park, 900 Greenbrier Pkwy, Chesapeake, VA. Chesapeake’s Movies & More series featuring “The Sandlot” will have you thinking baseball: not hazy-hot-n-humid! At the amusement area, throw your fastest pitch measured by radar and practice your swing and aiming at the t-ball, line dance with Astro DJ, play giant lawn games, have silly pictures taken with family and friends, and MORE… Finally, settle-in on a blanket or chair, purchase some homerun concessions and enjoy The Sandlot (rated PG), from the Bagley stage lawn. Wear any Chesapeake Athletic team jersey and/or your PF Flyers sneakers to be entered into a raffle! Misting tent and shade tent on site. Free Parking/Event Opens - 6:00 PM, Showing of “The Sandlot” - 8:15 PM
Sat, Aug 16 - "Downtown Hampton Block Party", w/ ‘Southern Culture on the Skids’, and ‘Deke Dickerson’, Queens Way (between Kingsway and Wine St), Downtown Hampton, 6-11:00 pm. Spend your Saturday nights on The Block this summer. Bring a chair and watch the band or bring your appetite and sample food from our vendors or from one of the many independently owned downtown restaurants.
Sat, Aug 16 - BMX racing, 6:30 pm, Gosnold’s Hope Park, 901 E. Little Back River Rd, Hampton, VA. Bike races every Saturday night beginning at 6:30 pm, and practices Monday and Tuesday nights at 6:00 pm. The track has free loaner bikes and helmets for any one that would like to give BMX racing a try. This is a sport for all ages. Everyone is matched by their age and skill level to make the racing fair and fun. Come out to the track and have a fun filled evening. Free admission and parking. Contact: 757-951-6175
Sat, Aug 16 - "African Landing Commemoration Day Festival - Film Screening", 7:30 pm, The American Theater, Phoebus, Hampton, VA. View four documentaries around the theme “Home: It Takes A Village”. Explore how community can positively impact the journey to self-awareness and healing, in Africa and America. Discussion follows with producers and panelists and concludes with a catered reception. Seehttp://www.hampton.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=6629&day=13&month=8&year=2014&calType=0
Sat, Aug 16 - Hayrides, 7-9:00 pm, Newport News Park, 13560 Jefferson Avenue, Newport News. Every Saturday from May 24th through August 30th, Enjoy park interpretation and discussion on this 40 minute ride through the campground and bikeway. Complimentary tickets are available at the Campsite Office 30 minutes prior to each ride. Space is limited. All participants must be present to receive a ticket. Call 886-7916 for topic information. http://www.nnparks.com/
Sat, Aug 16 - "Olde Towne Living History Tours with Colonel Wm. Crawford", Thursdays & Saturdays 7:30 pm, Renaissance Portsmouth Hotel & Waterfront Conference Center, 425 Water Street, Portsmouth, VA. Join Portsmouth’s founder, Colonel William Crawford, for a stroll through four centuries of maritime history in the home of America’s first and largest shipyard. Hear tales of early growth and expansion, British occupation during the Revolutionary War and War of 1812 and Union occupation during the Civil War as you pass one of the largest collections of historic homes on the Eastern Seaboard. $10.00 / Two for $15.00 fee paid at the tour.
Sat, Aug 16 - "Legends of Main Street: A Suffolk Ghost Walk", 7:30 pm, Suffolk Visitor Center, 524 North Main St, Suffolk, VA. JA hair-raising encounter with the spirited side of Suffolk. Follow a costumed guide through the shadows of historic Main Street discovering stories, legends and “unexplained occurrences” by lantern light. Tales of unsolved mysteries and unresolved affairs abound throughout Suffolk’s historically hip Ghost Walk. Reservations Required. $10 Adults / $8 Seniors, Military and Children 9-12. (757) 514-4130
Sat, Aug 16 - “Dancing with the Hampton Roads Celebrity Stars”, 7:30 pm, Sandler Center for the Performing Arts, Virginia Beach, VA. Based on the hit TV show, twenty-four local contestants, made up of business leaders, media celebrities, civic, and political leaders and other various professionals with limited or no dance experience will be paired with a professional dancer/choreographer to perform before a live audience and professional judges.
Sat, Aug 16 - "PortSide Saturday Movie Series" - ‘The Wedding Planner’, 8:30 pm, FREE, For more information call 393-5111.
Sat/Sun, Aug 16/17 - Nansemond Indian Tribal Pow Wow, Lone Star Lakes Park, 1 Bob House Parkway, Suffolk, VA. Two-day cultural celebration including music, dance, authentic crafts and food. Free & Open to the public. nansemond.org
Sun, Aug 17 - Peninsula Town Center Farmers’ Market, 11:00 am-3:00 pm, PTC Town Square, Hampton, VA. Vendor’s include fresh flowers, jams, breads, seafood, veggies, and more. Live music.
Sun, Aug 17 - “Sunday Funday”, Every Sunday in August, Fountain Plaza in front of The Cove Tavern, City Center at Oyster Point, 700 Town Center Dr., Newport News, VA. Ready for some fun in the sun? You’ll find it here on ?Sundays. Come out and play a game of volleyball or create a cornhole tournament with your friends. All activities are ongoing, and the variety of games will surprise you! Sunglasses and flip flops always welcome.
Sun, Aug 17 - "Big Bands on the Bay", with the ‘Don Case and the Satin Sounds Orchestra’, 7-9:00 pm, Ocean View Park, Norfolk. End the weekend with a sunset celebration on the Chesapeake Bay. Guests are invited down to the Gazebo at Ocean View Beach Park for live Big Band music and dancing.
Sun, Aug 17 - "Movies on Prince George", ‘Despicable Me 2’, 7-9:30 pm, Prince George St, Williamsburg, VA. Enjoy FREE movies each summer Sunday evening outdoors on Prince George Street. Movies start on Father’s Day and finish up on Labor Day weekend. Movies are free and start at dusk. Bring a lawn chair or blanket.
Sun, Aug 17 - Oceanfront Fireworks, Virginia Beach. View fireworks from the boardwalk, where they are launched off 20th Street from a barge on the water. Please keep all pets safe inside during fireworks. Please note: Fireworks may be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather OR unsafe water conditions
Mon, Aug 18 - Maritime Mondays at The Mariner’s Museum, 100 Museum Dr, Newport News, VA. Join us Monday Mornings at The Mariners’ Museum for a morning of fund and engaging learning activities for children ages 18 months to rising 5th grade. For more information, please visithttp://www.marinersmuseum.org/maritimemondays or call (757) 596-2222.
Mon, Aug 18 - "Civil War Tours with Private James Cook", Mondays & Wednesdays 7:30 pm, Renaissance Portsmouth Hotel & Waterfront Conference Center, 425 Water Street, Portsmouth, VA. Join Private James Cook, portrayed by Greg Eatroff, for a stroll through four centuries of maritime history and learn about Portsmouth’s role in the Civil War. Hear tales of Union occupation during the Civil War. One home was used by Union Forces to issue passes during the Civil War, while yet another concealed medicine for Confederate soldiers. $10.00 / Two for $15.00 fee paid at the tour.
Mon-Wed, Aug 18-20 - Circus in the Park Show, 7:30-10:00 pm, 17th Street Park, Virginia Beach Oceanfront.
Tue, Aug 19 - Military Band Concert Series, TRADOC Jazz Combo, 6:30 - 8:00 pm, 331 Water Street, Yorktown, VA 23690. A different ensemble performs each week presented by musicians from Langley Air Force Base and Ft. Eustis, VA. Bring chairs and blankets for seating. Free. 757.890.3500.
Tue, Aug 19 - "Shipwrecks and Ghost Lore" Walking Tour, 7:30 pm, The Old Coast Guard Station, 24th Street and Atlantic Ave, Virginia Beach, VA. Experience the Ghost Walk! Join a costumed interpreter as they bring to life true accounts of local ghosts, pirates, witches & shipwrecks. Walking Tours last 60 to 90 minutes. Tickets $12 Adult, $5 Child (ages 6-12). Reservations appreciated. Get $2 Off Adult Coupon in Museum Store. 757 422 1587
Tue-Fri, Aug 19-22 - ARTventures, at the Peninsula Fine Arts Center, 101 Museum Dr., Newport News. Beat the heat and come indoors! Each week - Tuesday through Friday - PFAC offers a different subject, medium or theme for your young artist, led by a wonderful and dedicated art teacher! Your young artist will have plenty to choose from! Students will make art with glass using the theme of animals in a jungle and other familiar surroundings while discovering methods of working with glass. Call for information 757-596-8175
Wed, Aug 20 - Chesapeake Farmers’ Market, 8:00 am-1:00 pm, Chesapeake City Park 900 Greenbrier Pkwy, and Battlefield Park South (foot of Great Bridge bridge) 120 Reservation Road, Chesapeake, VA. For information call the Agriculture office at 382-6348.
Wed, Aug 20 - “Fountain Field Day”, 11:00 am-3:00 pm, TowneBank Fountain, Town Point Park, Norfolk, VA. A great way for children and families to come and enjoy some fun in the sun! Fountain Field Days offer FREE family programming, to include: an interactive fountain, children’s activities, exercise programs, lawn games, theatre, dance and more! festevents.org
Wed, Aug 20 - "The Hill House Museum Tours", Every Wednesday, Noon - 4:00 pm. The Hill House Museum, 221 North St, Portsmouth, VA. Special tours can be arranged by calling 757-393-0241. This house was bequeathed intact by the family, and remains an absolute time warp of life from the early 1800’s through 1960’s. The tour costs $5.00 which is totally contributed to the ongoing restoration of the House.
Wed, Aug 20 - Suffolk Farmers’ Market, at the Pavilion, 3-6:00 pm, 524 N. Main St., Suffolk, VA (At the corner of Constance Rd. & Main St. in Historic Downtown Suffolk). The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is a popular outlet for locally grown fruits and vegetables, baked goods, organically raised poultry, fresh eggs and milk, honey and a variety of artisan-crafted goods. Free and open to the public, the Market will host a variety of Family Fun Days, special guest speakers and performers, petting zoos, book signings, workshops, crafts and more. For information, contact the Suffolk Visitor Center at 757.514.4130
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