| Event Name | Organization | Dates | City | | SESSION III ACTING AND DANCE CLASSESPresented by Iron Street Productions January 16-February 26, 2012 Acting & Dance Classes for everyone! Dialects for Stage, Film Making, Monologue Classes, Acting for Youth & Adults. Hip Hop and Adult Dance just for fun !!! Visit our website for course descriptions, time snd prices | Iron Street Productions | 01/16/12- 02/26/12 | Newport News |
Teen Advisory Committee at Main Street Library and CraftapaloozaPresented by Newport News Public Library System at Newport News Public Library - Main Street Library February 27, 2012 Teens ages 12-17 can join the Teen Advisory Committee to make a difference at Main Street Library. Committee members provide valuable input in developing teen programs and policies and recommend library book purchases. The next meeting is 4-6 p.m., Friday, Feb. 27, at Main Street Library. Following the meeting, teens can join in crafting projects including jewelry-making, tie-dye T-shirts and duct tape creations.. No registration required. For more information, call Main Street Library at... | Newport News Public Library System | 02/27/12 | Newport News |
Frank DefordPresented by Norfolk Forum at Chrysler Hall February 28, 2012 Among the most versatile of writers, Frank Deford’s work has appeared in virtually every medium. In magazines, he is the Senior Contributing Writer at Sports Illustrated. On radio, he may be heard as a commentator every Wednesday on Morning Edition on National Public Radio and, on television, he is a regular correspondent on the HBO show, “RealSports With Bryant Gumbel.” He will address The Norfolk Forum, the oldest publicly-subscribed speakers' forum in the country. After... | Norfolk Forum | 02/28/12 | Norfolk |
All Tied Up: Bailey Knit & Stitch GroupPresented by Newport News Public Library System at Newport News Public Library - Pearl Bailey Library February 14-February 28, 2012 Adults are welcome to join the All Tied Up Group, which meets 6:30-8:30 p.m. the second and fourth Tuesday of each month, excluding holidays, at Pearl Bailey Library. Participants can socialize with others while learning a new skill or enhance their current skills. Registration is required and is ongoing online at www.nngov.com/library/custom/onlinereg or by calling Pearl Bailey Library at 757-247-8677. | Newport News Public Library System | 02/14/12- 02/28/12 | Newport News |
| It’s Your Move: Chess Masters Club | Newport News Public Library System | 02/29/12 | Newport News |
It’s All in the Fold: Advanced Origami ClubPresented by Newport News Public Library System at Newport News Public Library - Pearl Bailey Library February 1-February 29, 2012 Youth ages 8-18 who are tired of making the same old cups and swans can join this club to go beyond basic origami to create more advanced animals and boxes. The Club meets 4-5:30 p.m. on the first Thursday of each month, excluding holidays, at Pearl Bailey Library. The next meeting is Thursday, Feb. 2. Registration is required and is ongoing online at www.nngov.com/library/custom/onlinereg or by calling Pearl Bailey Library at 757-247-8677. | Newport News Public Library System | 02/01/12- 02/29/12 | Newport News |
The Phantom of the OperaPresented by Hampton Roads Academy at Hampton Roads Academy March 2-March 11, 2012 Hampton Roads Academy Performing Arts presents Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical The Phantom of the Opera March 2, 3, 9 and 10 at 7 p.m. and March 11 at 2 p.m. in the Svein J. Lassen Auditorium, 739 Academy Lane, Newport News, VA. Tickets $10 adults; $5 students. | Hampton Roads Academy | 03/02/12- 03/11/12 | Newport News |
Create Altered Books at North Suffolk Library Presented by North Suffolk Library at North Suffolk Library March 14, 2012 The North Suffolk Library will host an Altered Book Workshop on Wednesday, March 14, 2012, at 6:00 p.m. Artist Jeannine Peregrine will share the art of the altered book, a mixed media artwork where a book is changed from its original form into a new form, thus changing its look or meaning. This workshop will teach you to create unique keepsakes with books. Registered participants will work with books, paints, and other materials, all of which will be provided for this free program. ... | North Suffolk Library | 03/14/12 | Suffolk |
3rd Annual Step Up for The Up CenterPresented by The Up Center at Dominion Tower March 25, 2012 On March 25th, hundreds will climb to the top of the Dominion Tower in Norfolk for a good cause. The 3rd Annual Step Up for The Up Center is Hampton Roads' premiere stair climbing competition that challenges participants aged 8 and older to walk or run up Dominion Tower's 25 flights of stairs. Proceeds benefit more than 10,000 people in need in Hampton Roads. | The Up Center | 03/25/12 | Norfolk |
Creative & Creative Writing ClassesPresented by The Muse Writers Center at The Muse Writers Center December 18, 2011-April 22, 2012 Registration is now open for The Muse Writers Center’s winter/spring creative and creative writing classes.
Courses include creative writing classes in poetry, fiction, memoir & creative non-fiction, young adult fiction, world building, personal narratives, magazine writing, food writing, multi-genre writing, screenwriting, and songwriting. Other creative offerings include classes and seminars in journaling, reading for writers, grammar, public reading, standup comedy,... | The Muse Writers Center | 12/18/11- 04/22/12 | Norfolk |
Jeb BushPresented by Norfolk Forum at Chrysler Hall April 24, 2012 Jeb Bush was elected the 43rd Governor of the state of Florida on November 3, 1998, and was reelected by a wide margin in 2002. His second term as Governor ended in January 2007. He will address The Norfolk Forum, the oldest publicly-subscribed speakers' forum in the country. After the presentation, the speaker will engage the audience in a question and answer session. | Norfolk Forum | 04/24/12 | Norfolk |
Angelina Ballerina Stars of Tomorrow Pro-Social Dance Education ProgramPresented by Tidewater Dance Theater, Inc. October 29, 2011-April 28, 2012 The Angelina Ballerina™ Stars of Tomorrow (AB Stars) pro-social dance education program offers discounted dance, music and theater classes to children age 3 - 10 in the Tidewater area of VA. Children age 3 - 10 are inspired by Angelina Ballerina "the little mouse with big dreams" through a carefully prepared dance, music and theater curriculum developed by Tidewater Dance Theater, Inc. Children age 6 - 10 are introduced to different genres of dance such as ballet, hip hop and... | Tidewater Dance Theater, Inc. | 10/29/11- 04/28/12 | Newport News |
Sherwood Lucky Shoe ClassicPresented by Portsmouth Horseshoe Club at Sleepy Hole Park April 28, 2012 This is a sanctioned horseshoe tournament, host by the Portsmouth Horseshoe Club. This is one of the club's largest tournaments of the year. Their will be horseshoe pitchers from all across the state and country coming to this tournament. The top 3 of each class will receive awards. This tournament will be held at sleepy hole park, suffolk, va. Hope to see you all there. | Portsmouth Horseshoe Club | 04/28/12 | Suffolk |
Eagle Festival and SymposiumPresented by Norfolk Botanical Garden at Norfolk Botanical Garden May 4-May 6, 2012 Celebrate nature with Norfolk Botanical Garden at Garden's Eagle Festival and Symposium! This spectacular event celebrates and educates 'all things' eagles. The festival hosts 2 major events -- the Eagle Festival and the Eagle Symposium.
Eagle Festival:
Date: May 5, 2012
Time: 10am to 4pm
Cost: Included with Garden admission
Location: Mayor’s Row
The Eagle Festival includes demonstrations, live animals, booths, arts and crafts with... | Norfolk Botanical Garden | 05/04/12- 05/06/12 | Norfolk |
6th Annual Lytle Law 5k for CHKDPresented by Lytle Law May 19, 2012 Event Description- Walk or run a mile or a 5k through-out the beautiful area surrounding the starting and ending location of the Lytle Law office. Free t-shirt for all those who register before May 5th and after while supplies last. Free cook out after the race, live music, face painting, raffle, and silent auction after the race. Please register at www.lytlelaw5k.com! | Lytle Law | 05/19/12 | Newport News |
Writers' Coffee BreakPresented by The Muse Writers Center July 22, 2011-July 25, 2014 Join us every Friday from 10:30 a.m.-Noon at Elliot's Fairgrounds Coffee Shop (806 Baldwin Ave. #2 (at Colley), Ghent, Norfolk) for an informal get-together where area writers and Muse teachers, students, and friends enjoy conversation and camaraderie over a (perhaps much needed) coffee break. Hosted by Jennifer James. Come and join us! | The Muse Writers Center | 07/22/11- 07/25/14 | Norfolk |
The Muse Jam - 2nd and 4th FridaysPresented by The Muse Writers Center at The Muse Writers Center November 25, 2011-December 26, 2014 The Muse Jam, 6-11 p.m., the 2nd and 4th Fridays of each month. Hosted by Matt Hutchinson. Open to all.
Attention all musicians, singers, songwriters, writers, comedians, and improvisers: Join us for an evening where everyone gets to express themselves. We'll alternate between individual-led and collaborative performance, practice at the microphone, and pure unplugged jams. Who's welcome? Anyone from beginners to professionals, whether you like to play an instrument or just listen,... | The Muse Writers Center | 11/25/11- 12/26/14 | Norfolk |
Custom Design a WorkshopPresented by Virginia Stage Company at Wells Theatre July 21, 2009 - Ongoing Appropriate for all ages:
Discuss your curriculum goals with Virginia Stage Company’s Director of Education & Outreach and plan a workshop or workshop series to achieve these goals. Workshops and activities are specifically designed to enrich the students’ learning experience by fully engaging them in the theatrical form.
* limit 30 students | Virginia Stage Company | 07/21/09- Ongoing | Norfolk |
Ceramics Open Studio WorkshopPresented by Hermitage Museum and Gardens at Hermitage Museum and Gardens July 17, 2009 - Ongoing Ceramics Open Studio provides adult students the opportunity to work on their own projects or to improve their skills. Time in the studio will be monitored but is not an instructional course. Ceramics Open Studio allows for use of the ceramics studio equipment, glazes and firings. To qualify for open studio, a basic pottery skill level is required. The course fee provides for 30 hours of studio time. Students have choice of light, buff, or dark clay. Registration for Ceramics Open Studio is... | Hermitage Museum and Gardens | 07/17/09- Ongoing | Norfolk |
Class Act - Acting WorkshopPresented by Virginia Stage Company at Wells Theatre July 17, 2009 - Ongoing Appropriate for all ages, this workshop is designed to guide the novice actor through the ins and outs of the art of drama. Whether your class needs help with a school play, your students are learning communication and speaking skills, or whether you are simply looking to boost confidence, Class Act will provide a fun and safe environment for your students to expand their own individual creativity. Our Emerging Artists Ensemble will educate and energize your class as they are taught theatre... | Virginia Stage Company | 07/17/09- Ongoing | Norfolk |
Boy Scout WorkshopsPresented by Children's Museum of Virginia at Children's Museum of Virginia July 17, 2011 - Ongoing Boy Scouts: What do you know about birds, buildings, old pots, and acids and bases? Find out as you earn a badge at the Portsmouth Museums!
Join us for Boy Scout Badge Workshops in these areas:
Archaeology
Architecture
Art
Bird Study
Engineering
Environmental Science
We offer workshops to match your schedule. Reservations are required, and a minimum of fifteen Scouts is needed to hold a workshop. The workshop will last a minimum of four... | Children's Museum of Virginia | 07/17/11- Ongoing | Portsmouth |
Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) Chapter MeetingPresented by Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) VA 0756 at Norview Community Center August 9, 2010 - Ongoing TOPS Club, Inc. is the original, nonprofit, weight-loss support and wellness education organization. We were established in 1948 to champion weight-loss support and success. TOPS promotes successful, affordable weight management with a philosophy that combines: healthy eating regular exercise wellness information awards and recognition support from others at weekly chapter meetings. The Virginia chapter's number is 0756. | Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) VA 0756 | 08/09/10- Ongoing | Norfolk |