The Arts
York County Farmer’s Market Offering Fun In The Sun Activities July 15
YORK- Put on your swimsuits and flip-flops, slather on some sunscreen, and head to Riverwalk Landing from 8am to noon on Saturday, July 15, for some Fun in the Sun. This special Yorktown Market Days event offers a variety...
WCAC Hosting Summer Shindig Fundraiser July 15
WILLIAMSBURG-Williamsburg Contemporary Art Center (WCAC) is hosting a Summer Shindig fundraiser and anniversary celebration on Saturday, July 15.
The event will take place from 6pm to 9pm at the Queens Lake Clubhouse.
WCAC’s Summer Shindig will include food and beverages, live...
“The Possibilities of Paper” Coming To The Torggler Center
NEWPORT NEWS—A new exhibit titled, The Possibilities of Paper will open on June 30 at the Mary M. Torggler Fine Arts Center, located on the campus of Christopher Newport University at 1 Avenue of the Arts in Newport News.
The...
Free Beer Tasting Event Planned To Celebrate Hampton History Museum Exhibit On Prohibition
HAMPTON—In conjunction with the exhibit “Teetotalers and Moonshiners, and Hampton’s Prohibition Story,” the Hampton History Museum will highlight establishments that cater to today’s beer aficionados. The event, titled “Prohibition Legacies: Taste of Summer,” is scheduled for this Saturday, June...
Former English And Drama Teacher Finds Success With Voice-Over Work
WILLIAMSBURG-After spending a decade teaching theatre and English, Vanessa Jones became particularly well-versed in conveying informational material in a vibrant, clear, and effective manner. A former teacher with Bruton High School and its School of Arts, Jones was one...
Bluegrass And Brews Festival Returning For Fourth Year
HAMPTON—The Bluegrass and Brews Festival will return to The American Theatre for the fourth time and will take place June 9 through June 11 at the American Theatre in the Phoebus section of Hampton. The theatre is located at...
Symphony Under The Stars Set For June 3 in Gloucester
GLOUCESTER-The Virginia Symphony Orchestra will perform a free concert entitled Symphony Under the Stars on Saturday, June 3, in Gloucester. In partnership with the Gloucester Arts Festival, the Virginia Symphony Orchestra is celebrating its 17th year of making music...
Festival Season Is Back In Hampton
HAMPTON—Though summer hasn't quite officially yet arrived, Hampton is gearing up for a season full of festivals featuring a variety of programming and activities. Here's what to look forward to over the coming months:
The Blackbeard Festival will return to...
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Environmental Aspects Of HRBT Expansion Project Offer Learning Opportunities
HAMPTON – When Ryan Banas was earning his bachelor’s degree in civil engineering at Case Western Reserve University, the required curriculum didn’t include history,...
Meet Eve Otmar, Colonial Williamsburg Master Gardener
WILLIAMSBURG-Eve Otmar, Colonial Williamsburg Master Gardener, has been tinkering in the dirt since she was a child.
“I’ve been gardening my whole life,” she said....
Cups And Claws Café Celebrating One-Year Anniversary
NEWPORT NEWS—On August 5, 2023, Cups and Claws Cafe, a cat café that offers coffee, fresh baked snacks, and an opportunity to socialize with...