This Weekend in Hampton Roads (Virginia Beach, Norfolk: water heater, shopping center, bars)

[Rita Mordio]

Saturday at 2pm, head over to the Ferguson Center for the Arts for some jazzy music. The American Big Band will be performing top hits from jazz, while the dancers charm your every thought.

If you're on the southside, head over to the Virginia Beach Convention Center sometime this weekend for the Tidewater RV Show.

On Saturday from 9-5pm, take your children to the Children's Museum for a special African-American Heritage Day. Enjoy the sights and sounds, learn about the origin of hip-hop, crafts and exhibitions galore.

[RMELIFER]

Where's everyone watching the superbowl?

[Shoobie]

Good question. Is there a nice pub that one can goto to catch part of the game?

[Rita Mordio]

Soo.. This weekend is Polar Plunge XVII! That's right, don't forget to take the opportunity and plunge into the freezing cold ocean for some good laughs and a good time. So make sure you get your costumes out and ready to go - there will be tents you can use to change at the event. There will be a costume contest!

All of this will be happening on Saturday, February 7. The festivities start at 10am and the official plunge will be at 230pm!

[xGrendelx]

The movies Doubt and Changeling are going to be playing at the Naro this weekend. Both were really great films, so now's your chance to see them before the Oscars (both are nominated). Plus, you'll be supporting a really great, locally owned movie theater in a great neighborhood.

NaroCinema.com

[Mr Williamsburg]

One of the best Blues Bands in the area, Planet Full Of Blues At Mugzy's Grill This Friday Night!


Not only will PFOB be playing locally for a change, but will have great local Sax Sensation, Eric Mussellwhite, sitting in all night. Where: Mugzy's Grill 1312 E. Pembroke Ave. Hampton, VA. 23663 PH: 757-864-0670 When: 8:30 PM - 12:00 AM


Planet Full Of Blues Home Page listen to them here

This is one show you don't want to miss!

[Rita Mordio]

This weekend should be full of laughter, Hampton Roadians! Some very famous people are in town this weekend. THE HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS! The incredible show of ball-handling, slam-dunking, and hysterical antics involving anybody and everybody will have people of all ages squirting soda out their noses and falling out of their seats in laughter. So head over to the Ted Constant Convocation Center right outside ODU in Norfolk for the show. Showtimes are 7pm on Saturday and 2pm on Sunday. I've seen them a number of times, and have enjoyed it every time.

[Mr Williamsburg]

The Whitetop Mountian Band ,a family-based acoustic band originating in the 1940s from the mountains of Virginia,features old-time fiddling and banjo picking, bluegrass, ballads, mountain gospel songs, and flatfoot dancing. The band, known for its charisma and energy, performs at concerts, competitions, and festivals such as the Smithsonian Folklife Festival, the Carter Family Festival, the Virginia Arts Festival, and the World Music Institute in NYC.

Free Concert At Williamsburg VA Regional Library Theater
Friday Night 2/27
7:30 PM
515 Scotland St., Williamsburg, VA, 23185
More info here

[Rita Mordio]

Oh geesh. Has is really been over a month since I updated? YIKES!

Well, we kind of missed the Cherry Blossom Festival that occurred last weekend. But, here's what is going on this weekend in Hampton Roads!

Saturday, head over to the Lee Hall Mansion in Newport News from 10 to 11am for their Easter Egg Hunt!

Or you could join Macky the Bunny at the Jordan-Neby Library in Norfolk on Saturday from 1-2pm for reading and easter basket giveaways!

Almost 48 years ago, the first person was sent into space: a man by the name of Yuri. Head over to the Virginia Air and Space Center in Hampton to celebrate Yuri's Night 2009. Festivities to include local artists, an IMAX showing, and even a laser show. Be there between 7pm to midnight.

Head over to the Farmer's Market on the corner of Dam Neck and Princess Anne over in Virginia Beach. This Saturday between 11am and 3pm there'll be a party going on! Of what, you ask? Of the Farmer's Market 33rd Birthday!! Festivities include games for kids, history lessons, and even cake!

On Sunday, head over to the Dockside Restaurant in Virginia Beach for the Mardi Gras Party Pig and Oyster Roast. Enjoy the food and have a blast between 2pm and 7pm.

[Rita Mordio]

Where did the week go? It was like BAM! Gone.

On Saturday from 11am-3pm, the Commons at Centerbrooke in Suffolk with be filled with laughter and joy. The Spring Fling will be going on! With plenty of delicious food, easter egg hunts, petting farm, and so much more.. you can be sure that it is an event for the whole family. To boot, it's free!

Also on Saturday, running from 10am-3pm is the 2009 Children’s Spring Festival hosted by Bluebird Gap Farm. This $5/per child event includes hayrides, inflatables, puppet shows, and so many animals to fawn over. Just head to the Hampton Coliseum Parking Lot, where shuttles will continuously be running to take people to and from the fair grounds.

Both Saturday and Sunday will be not just about the fishing over at Bass Pro Shops in Hampton. The Easter Bunny will be taking over from 11am-3pm both days. Easter egg hunts, scavenger hunts, and even prizes to be won!

Also running Saturday and Sunday from 10 am to 5 pm is the Hunt Club Farm Easter event. Hayrides, petting zoo, inflatable rides, and an Easter Egg Hunt for all the kids. Sure to be blast when it comes to the Hunt Club Farm.

For those wanting to try something new on Easter, check out the Spirit of Norfolk's Easter Brunch Cruise that boards on Sunday at 12:30pm - for ages 3 and up. Enjoy the sights of the Elizabeth River as you sample from their delicious buffet and dance to your hearts content. Don't forget pictures!

For those looking for more Easter egg hunts, there are a googol of ones based at churches. Call your local church to see if they have anything planned. If you need help finding one with an Easter event, feel free to DM me with the city you are living in - I will find a couple just for you.