Events Calendar - August & September 2011

Every month we are sharing events around Hampton Roads which we think you may be interested in attending. You will find contact information to find out more for each one.

Theater, Stage and dance

Kids on Broadway
Aug. 5 – 7
Adults - $15 Children under 12 - $12 Seniors (65+) - $12.50 Military - $12.50
Fri. and Sat. evening - 7p.m. Sat. and Sun. matinee - 2p.m.
Barry Robinson Theater at Bishop Sullivan Catholic High School
4552 Princess Anne Road
Virginia Beach, 523-0876
More contact info: Rocco Wilson, 589-1645
Theatrix Productions Showcases Young Performers! Theatrix Productions will feature their multi-talented young performers in scenes from the best of Broadway in four performances that are sure to please audiences of all ages.
URL: Theatrix Productions

You vs . . . ?
Aug. 5 – 13
Friday, Saturday 8p.m. (no late arrivals)
The Venue on 35th
631 35th Street
Norfolk, 469-0337
More contact info:
Patti Wray, 469-0337
URL: Event web site
CORE Theatre Ensemble's new original piece YOU vs . . . ? In this new piece CORE explores the individual and how we communicate.

Hairspray
Aug. 5 – 27
Fri. and Sat. at 8p.m., Sun. at 2:30 pm
$16
The Village Theatre - Peninsula Community Theatre
10251 Warwick Boulevard (corner of Main Street)
Newport News, 595-5728
URL: Event web site
Peninsula Community Theatre takes you back to 1960's Baltimore, where the '50's are out - and change is in the air. The songs include 1960s-style dance music and "downtown" rhythm and blues.

Ballerinas Wear Pink Tu
Aug. 27
7 - 10p.m.
$25, Single - $40, Couple
Ballet Virginia InternationalÕs Performing Company
Rehearsal Hall
Norfolk, 446-1401
More contact info: Lydia Coco, 446-1401
Enjoy performances by select members of BVIÕs Performing Company as well as special performances by a few professional dancers. The evening will also feature live music by Brand New Mercy! Come enjoy the ballet, music, food and intriguing atmosphere. Half of the proceeds from this event will support the Breast Center at Chesapeake Regional Medical Center.

God of Carnage
Sept. 13 - Oct. 2
Tues.: 7p.m. Wed. - Fri.: 8p.m. Sat.: 4p.m. & 8p.m. Sun.: 2p.m.
Wells Theatre
110 E. Tazwell Street
Norfolk, 627-1234
More contact info:
Phone: (757)627-1234
URL: Event web site
Tony Award: Best Play 2009 - When a playground skirmish brings together two sets of parents, the niceties quickly give way to name-calling, tantrums and tears. Marriage, parenting and our public personas are challenged and ridiculed in this dark comedy of oh-so-polite adults behaving very badly. Contains adult language.

Events at the Central Libraries in Virginia Beach

Adult Book Group
Aug. 10
1 - 2:30p.m.
Great Neck Area Library 757-385-2606
Read the book "Song of Solomon" by Toni Morrison and join in the discussion. The Book Group meets the second Wednesday of every month, 1-2:30 pm in the Meeting Room. No registration required.

Computers for the Absolute Beginner
Aug. 11, 18, and 25
5:30 - 6:30p.m.
Bayside Special Services Library 757-385-2680
Learn about files and folders, how to write, save, and print documents, plus internet highlights! Registration begins July 15th.

Book Chatters
Aug. 11
7 – 8:30p.m.
Creeds Elementary Library, 920 Princess Anne Road, Virginia Beach
Contact info: Pungo-Blackwater Area Library (757) 385-7790
Let's talk books! Expand your horizons with Book Chatters as we explore books from many different genres both fiction and non-fiction. Discussions are lively and entertaining. Put your two cents worth in!

Book Lover's Coffee Hour
Aug. 18
11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Princess Anne Area Library 757-385-2610
Love to read? Come enjoy some coffee and good company at a warm book chat.
Drop-Ins welcome. If you have any questions please call 385-2610 or stop by the library.

Tidewater Friends of Folk Music Member's Appreciation Night Featuring Ron Fetner
Aug. 27
7 – 9p.m.
MEO Central Library (757) 385-0150
Incorporating elements of Folk, Blues, Southern Appalachian, Rock and Jazz, Ron has found a voice in our American music. The winner of many awards and accolades, Ron has appeared at major festivals and top venues. Call 626-3655 for ticket information.

Genealogy Tour at Central
Sept. 7 and 17
9 - 10a.m.
MEO Central Library 757-385-0150
Tour the Central Library's Local History/Genealogy Collection. Receive information about basic research techniques and sources, Virginia Beach Genealogical Society membership, programs and activities. Registration required.

Book Chatters
Sept. 8
Creeds Elementary Library, 920 Princess Anne Road, Virginia Beach
Contact info: Pungo-Blackwater Area Library (757) 385-7790
Let's talk books! Expand your horizons with Book Chatters as we explore books from many different genres both fiction and non-fiction. Discussions are lively and entertaining. Put your two cents worth in!

Midnight Madness Genealogy Program at Central
Sept. 10
7p.m. – 12a.m.
MEO Central Library (757) 385-0150
"Climb Your Family Tree in the Dark" with library staff and volunteers from the Virginia Beach Genealogical Society and the Lynnhaven Parish Chapter of NSDAR. Spend the evening in the Central Library for genealogy research, classes and more. Registration begins August 1st. Call the library at 385-0150.

Genealogy Training at Central
Sept. 12, 19
9a.m. – 12p.m.
MEO Central Library 757-385-0150
This is a 2 part program for adults who are beginning genealogical research or new to family research on a computer. Registration required. Call the library at 385-0150.

Microsoft Word
Sept. 13
12 – 2p.m.
MEO Central Library (757) 385-0150
Create simple documents, edit and format text, correct spelling, adjust margins, and more. Basic computer skills required. Enrollment begins 2 weeks prior to class via the online calendar.

Adult Book Group
Sept. 14
1 - 2:30p.m.
Great Neck Area Library 757-385-2606
Read the book "Lacuna" by Kingsolver and join in the discussion. The Book Group meets the second Wednesday of every month, 1-2:30 pm in the Meeting Room. No registration required.

Seniors Tech Gang
Sept. 15
10-11:30a.m.
Bayside Library (757) 385-2680
Seniors Tech Gang. For seniors age 55 or over. If you have a basic idea of how to use computers and other techie stuff but still have some nagging questions, this group is for you. No registration required. Call the library at 385-2680 for more information about the class.

Microsoft PowerPoint
Sept. 27
2 – 4p.m.
MEO Central Library (757) 385-0150
Learn functions and features to create a simple presentation. Basic computer skills required. Enrollment begins 2 weeks prior to class via the online calendar.

Museums

Her Mini Metropolitan: Hermitage Timeline Exhibition
Through Aug. 30
Mon - Sat: 10a.m. - 5p.m. Sun: 1-5p.m. Closed Wed. and Thurs.
$5 adults $2 children (6-18) $3 students FREE for active duty military
Hermitage Museum & Gardens
7637 North Shore Road
Norfolk, 423-2052 ext: 0
URL: Event web site
Displayed in the form of an enormous timeline, the exhibit tells the story of the Hermitage and its founders from 1868 through present day. Photographs, newspaper articles, and items of personal correspondence are featured alongside corresponding world events.

Collaborative Art Show
Aug 1 - Sep. 15
Tue-Sat 10-5:30, Sunday 12-5
blue skies art gallery
26 south king street
Hampton, 727-0028
URL: Event web site
This exciting show features work created by 2 different artists, each contributing theit own special talents, to create a unique piece of art.

Designer White Elephant Silent Auction
Aug. 11
5 - 9p.m.
$20 pp; $30 Couple
Norfolk Botanical Gardens
6700 Azalea Garden Road
Norfolk
For more information contact Sheila Johnson at 757-640-0590 or marketing@shrhabitat.org.
Tickets are available online - http://whiteelephanthamptonroads.eventbrite.com/.
This silent auction benefits Habitat for Humanity of South Hampton Roads and the Virginia Chapter of The American Society of Interior Designers (ASID). Don't miss the chance to bid on designer items such as home furnishings, jewelry, clothing, and decorative items as well as gift certificates to local merchants and services. There will also be raffle items, a cash bar and a catering competition between three of South Hampton Roads hottest caterers!

Contemporary Antique Decoys by Virginia Beach Artist Gentry Childress
Sept. 3 - Sept. 30
Mon. - Sat. 10a.m. - 5p.m. Sun. 1 - 4p.m.
Skipjack Nautical Wares & Marine Gallery
One High Street
Portsmouth, 399-5012
More contact info:
Joe Elder, 399-5012
URL: Skipjack Nautical Wares & Marine Gallery
A flock of contemporary antique-style duck decoys, carved and painted by award winning Virginia Beach artist Gentry Childress will be on display throughout the month of September in Skipjack's Aft Gallery.

Annual Militaria & Military Vehicle Show
Sat., 9 a.m. - 5p.m. and Sun., 10a.m. - 4p.m.
Admission: Spectators-FREE
Virginia War Museum
9285 Warwick Blvd.
Newport News, 247-8523
Dick Hoffeditz, 247-8523
URL: Event web site
A variety of vintage military vehicles will be displayed including jeeps and military motorcycles on the grounds around the museum. Vendors will be selling insignia, books, uniforms, and accoutrements both inside and outside of the museum. Sponsored in conjunction with the Hampton Roads Militaria Society, this free event is fun for the entire family.

Special Events

Line Dance Classes
Aug. 4, 11, 25
6 – 7p.m.
$10 per class or pre-register for all three classes in August for %50 off
Douglas High Dance Studio
2603 W Mercury Blvd
Hampton, 478-5678
More contact info: Denise Miller, 478-5678
URL: Dance Arts Inc.

West Coast Swing Dance Classes
Aug. 4, 11, 25
8 – 9p.m.
Douglas High Dance Studio
2603 W Mercury Blvd
Hampton, 478-5678
More contact info: Denise Miller, 478-5678
URL: Dance Arts Inc.
Pre-register for all four August classes or bring a partner to receive a discount.

EZ street band
Aug. 13
Free
Virginia Beach Farmer's Market
3640 dam neck road
Virginia Beach, 385-4395
URL: Event web site

Virginia Beach Music Ensemble, Another Day Dawning
Aug. 13
Free
Wycliffe Presbyterian Church
1445 N. Great Neck Road
Virginia Beach, 496-2620
Erin Tinaro, 496-2620
URL: Wycliffe Pres

33rd Annual Virginia Tech Alumni Association Golf Tournament
Aug. 13 - 14
Sunday, Saturday
Tee Times 7 – 10a.m. Saturday & Sunday
Woodlands Golf Course
9 Woodland Road
Hampton, 640-2245
More contact info: Frank Cowling, 640-2245
URL: Registration Form
Two Man/Captain's Choice

Taste of Suffolk
Sept. 10
Free and open to the public
Saturday 10a.m.-5p.m.
Event location:
Taste of Suffolk
North Main Street from Finney Avenue to Washington Street, and from Commerce Street to Saratoga Street along Washington Street.
Suffolk, 514-7267
More contact info: Lori Carter.514-7267
URL: Suffolk Special Events
Once again SuffolkÕs historic downtown area is being transformed into one of the Hampton Roads regionÕs premier events. Over 3,400 annual visitors discover a unique street festival like no other.

6th Annual Acoustic Music Festival
Sat., Noon- 8pm
Admission is free and open to the public
Event location:
Town Point Park, Waterside Drive
Norfolk, 441-2345
More contact info: Domenick Fini, 441-2345
URL: Event web site
This grassroots free music event is a great way to spend a fall afternoon and evening! In its 6th year, the Acoustic Music Festival is one of Hampton Roads' "must attend" music events. With 10 hours of live musical concerts on multiple stages performed by the regions best-known and soon-to-be-known acoustic musicians.

Shuck 'n Shag ~ Feast at the Fort
Sept. 22
Thursday, 5:30 - 8:30p.m.
Fort Monroe
Fenwick Road
Hampton
More contact info:
Amy Thorstad, 696-1793
URL: Event web site
The Kiwanis Clubs of Division 13 present Shuck Ôn Shag, an outdoor concert and seafood festival, on Thursday, September 22 from 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. at Fort Monroe in Hampton. This event will take place approximately one week after the Army leaves the Fort. There will be NO vehicle or ID checks at the gate.

Health and Fitness

Joint Replacement Seminar
Aug. 12
9:30 – 11a.m.
FREE
Event location:
Bon Secours DePaul Medical Center
150 Kingsley Lane
Norfolk
To register or for more information please call 889-4242
More contact info: 889-4242
URL: Learn more about upcoming Bon Secours Hampton Roads events!
This free informational seminar is designed to help those who are considering or have been approved for a joint replacement surgery. All patients wanting to attend the class should wait in Bon Secours DePaul's main lobby area for Sherry Taylor CSA OPA-C to meet them and escort them to the education room.

Free Weight Loss Surgery Seminar
Aug. 16
Tuesday, 4 - 5:30p.m.
Center For Weight Loss Success, P.C.,
645 J. Clyde Morris Blvd
Newport News VA, 23601
More contact info:
Phone: 1-800 Sentara
URL: Weight Loss Surgery

Free Weight Loss Surgery Seminar
Sept. 7
6 - 7:30p.m.
Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital-Health Education Center
1060 First Colonial Road
Virginia Beach VA, 23454
More contact info:
Phone: 1-800 Sentara
URL: Weight Loss Surgery
www.sentara.com/weightlosssurgeryor call 1-800-Sentara (1-800-736-8272).
Have the healthy lifestyle youÕve dreamed of having! It all starts with an information session with one of our board-certified and highly experienced surgeons who perform weight loss surgery at SentaraÕs three Centers of Excellence.