| Event Name | Organization | Dates | City | | Winter Lecture Series: Susan Gibbs- SS United StatesPresented by The Mariners' Museum at The Mariners' Museum February 9, 2012 The SS United, built in post-World War II Newport News, was designed as a luxury liner and top-secret Cold War weapon that could transport 14,000 troops more than 10,000 miles without refueling. Prior to her retirement in 1969, the ship carried a million passengers across the Atlantic, including four U.S. presidents, moguls, movie stars, tourists, and immigrants. While naval architect William Francis Gibbs oversaw the design of some 6,000 vessels over the course of his career, the SS... | The Mariners' Museum | 02/09/12 | Newport News |
Tschaikowski: St. Petersburg State OrchestraPresented by Ferguson Center for the Arts at Ferguson Center for the Arts Concert Hall February 10, 2012 Principal Conductor: Maestro Leontiev
2012 marks the St. Petersburg State Orchestra’s first trans-continental tour of the U.S. Founded shortly after World War II, this grand orchestra, under the baton of Maestro Leontiev, has developed an extremely diverse repertoire ranging from compositions by the great Baroque composers including Vivaldi, Bach and Handel, to works of the 20th century composers Honegger, Poulenc and Stravinsky, and contemporary compositions by Schnitke,... | Ferguson Center for the Arts | 02/10/12 | Newport News |
Empty Bowls Virginia PeninsulaPresented by Empty Bowls Virginia Peninsula at Peninsula Fine Arts Center February 10, 2012 Empty Bowls Virginia Peninsula is a fundraiser to fight hunger on the Peninsula. Local potters create and donate handcrafted bowls. Guests purchase tickets to a simple meal of soup and bread. Each guest selects a handcrafted bowl to keep as a reminder of the empty bowls this event will help to fill. One hundred percent of each meal’s proceeds is donated to local hunger-fighting organizations.
Advance tickets $20, available at Peninsula Fine Arts Center and at Gallery at the... | Empty Bowls Virginia Peninsula | 02/10/12 | Newport News |
The Temptations and Russell Thompkins, Jr. & The New StylisticsPresented by Ferguson Center for the Arts at Ferguson Center for the Arts Concert Hall February 11, 2012 For more than 40 years, The Temptations have prospered, propelling popular music with a series of smash hits, and sold-out performances throughout the world. An essential component of the original Motown machine, they were turned into stars by the Smokey Robinson written-and-produced “The Way You Do the things You Do.” An avalanche of hits followed, including “My Girl,” “Since I Lost My Baby,” “Get Ready,” “Ain’t Too Proud to... | Ferguson Center for the Arts | 02/11/12 | Newport News |
Lego partyPresented by Newport News Public Library System at Newport News Public Library - Grissom Library February 11, 2012 Children ages 6 -11 can use Lego building blocks provided by the Library to build a creation based on the theme of the day, 2-3 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 11, at Grissom Library. Creations may be displayed in the children’s area. Registration is required online at www.nngov.com/library/custom/onlinereg or by calling Grissom Library at 757-369-3190. | Newport News Public Library System | 02/11/12 | Newport News |
| Babygarten Winter Storytime Sessions at Grissom Library | Newport News Public Library System | 01/23/12-
02/13/12 | Newport News |
| Preschool Storytime at Pearl Bailey Library | Newport News Public Library System | 01/23/12-
02/13/12 | Newport News |
The All New Original Tribute to the Blues BrothersPresented by Ferguson Center for the Arts at Ferguson Center for the Arts Concert Hall February 17, 2012 They're back — the legendary Original Tribute to the Blues Brothers. Featuring original members from the West End run, the . . . (all new!!!) “Original” show brings you all those amazing favorite moments and songs with a few new twists, a few new moves and a clean, freshly laundered suit ... The boys are joined by the sassy Bluettes, three amazing ladies with voices to knock you clean off your perch ... So don the sunglasses, dig out your best pork pie hat, and buff up... | Ferguson Center for the Arts | 02/17/12 | Newport News |
Diana KrallPresented by Ferguson Center for the Arts at Ferguson Center for the Arts Concert Hall February 18, 2012 Since her 1993 debut album, Diana Krall has been nothing short of spectacular. Nineteen years later she can look
back over a stellar career path: “When I Look in Your Eyes” earned her a Grammy for Best Jazz Vocal; “The Look of Love” was a #1 bestseller in the U.S.; “The Girl in the Other Room” was her first album to focus on her own songwriting (with six turns co-written with husband Elvis Costello). Her 12th and latest album, “Quiet... | Ferguson Center for the Arts | 02/18/12 | Newport News |
Civil War's 150th: African-American SailorsPresented by The Mariners' Museum at The Mariners' Museum February 18, 2012 This will continue the exciting lecture series occurring periodically during the course of the 150th anniversary of the Civil War and Battle of Hampton Roads. These lectures will highlight the most important event surrounding the USS Monitor and the CSS Virginia. Mariners’ Museum staff and volunteers will provide an informative, illustrated lecture on Ironclad Steam Warships.
Seven African-American men, William Nichols, Siah Carter, William Scott, Robert Howard, Edward... | The Mariners' Museum | 02/18/12 | Newport News |
Voices of FreedomPresented by The Mariners' Museum at The Mariners' Museum February 18, 2012 10:30am - Harriet Tubman, portrayed by Dr. Saundra Cherry: Abolitionist, humanitarian, Union spy during the Civil War and a conductor for the Underground Railroad.
11:15am - Dr. Wesley Wilson portrays James Daniels Gardner. Gardner was born in Gloucester, VA. He worked as an oysterman before enlisting in the Union Army. He won the Medal of Honor on 9/29/1864; he was a part of the USC (United States Color Troops).
11:30am - Dr. Saundra Cherry will return and portray Elizabeth... | The Mariners' Museum | 02/18/12 | Newport News |
The Knit Wits: Junior Knitting and Crafting GroupPresented by Newport News Public Library System at Newport News Public Library - Grissom Library February 18, 2012 Youth ages 10-17 are invited to learn to knit and participate in other craft projects, 2-4 p.m. on the fourth Saturday of each month, excluding holidays, at Grissom Library. The next meeting is 2-4 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 18. Registration is required online at www.nngov.com/library/custom/onlinereg or by calling Grissom Library at 757-369-3190. | Newport News Public Library System | 02/18/12 | Newport News |
The College of William and Mary Middle Eastern EnsemblePresented by Reformation Lutheran Church at Reformation Lutheran Church February 19, 2012 Established in 1994, the Middle Eastern Music Ensemble is composed of 15-25 primarily undergraduate students who come to the group with excellent musicianship, to present the Arab, Turkish, Persian, Armenian and Greek Traditions that comprise the music of the Middle East. Over the years the group has presented numerous formal concerts featuring guest artists from a variety of Middle Eastern traditions including: Munir Beken (composer, ‘ud and tanbur), Nadim Dlaikan (nay), George Sawa... | Reformation Lutheran Church | 02/19/12 | Newport News |
Reptiles Bizarre and BeautifulPresented by Virginia Living Museum at Virginia Living Museum February 18-February 20, 2012 Experience a close encounter of the reptile kind. See a wide variety of native and exotic reptiles on display and in live animal programs. Reptiles are perhaps the most misunderstood and most feared creatures on earth, but the VLM staff wants the public to see their fascinating and attractive aspects as well. There will also be outside exhibitors, crafts and games.
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02/20/12 | Newport News |
| Preschool Storytime at Main Street Library | Newport News Public Library System | 01/17/12-
02/21/12 | Newport News |
| Preschool Storytime at Grissom Library | Newport News Public Library System | 01/17/12-
02/21/12 | Newport News |
| Tiny Tot Storytime at Main Street Library | Newport News Public Library System | 01/17/12-
02/21/12 | Newport News |
Tuesday Afterschool Make and Take Craft Presented by Newport News Public Library System at Newport News Public Library - Pearl Bailey Library February 21, 2012 Children ages 5-11 can make a craft to take home, 4-5:30 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 21, at Pearl Bailey Library. The craft program will be held the third Tuesday of each month, excluding holidays. 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 | 02/21/12 | Newport News |
Battle of the Books Practice Sessions at Grissom LibraryPresented by Newport News Public Library System at Newport News Public Library - Grissom Library January 18-February 22, 2012 The Library System plans and coordinates the annual Battle of the Books program for schools in Newport News. The competition provides a way for students to have fun with books, while encouraging reading and promoting reading comprehension. Children in the elementary and middle school divisions read 15 books and answer questions based on the books. Library staff members read 30 books and write questions that are used to help schools practice in weekly mock battles. Practice sessions... | Newport News Public Library System | 01/18/12-
02/22/12 | Newport News |
| Tiny Tot Storytime at Grissom Library | Newport News Public Library System | 01/18/12-
02/22/12 | Newport News |
Teen Urban Lit Book ClubPresented by Newport News Public Library System at Newport News Public Library - Pearl Bailey Library February 22, 2012 Teens ages 12-18 can meet to discuss the urban lit book, “Hunger Games,” 4:30-5:30 p.m., the fourth Wednesday of each month, excluding holidays, at Pearl Bailey Library. The next meeting is Wednesday, Feb. 22. New members are always welcome, and no registration is required. For more information, call Pearl Bailey Library at 757-247-8677. | Newport News Public Library System | 02/22/12 | Newport News |
Battle of the Books Practice Sessions at Pearl Main LibraryPresented by Newport News Public Library System at Newport News Public Library - Pearl Bailey Library January 19-February 23, 2012 The Library System plans and coordinates the annual Battle of the Books program for schools in Newport News. The competition provides a way for students to have fun with books, while encouraging reading and promoting reading comprehension. Children in the elementary and middle school divisions read 15 books and answer questions based on the books. Library staff members read 30 books and write questions that are used to help schools practice in weekly mock battles. Practice sessions... | Newport News Public Library System | 01/19/12-
02/23/12 | Newport News |
| Wee Ones Storytime at Main Street Library | Newport News Public Library System | 01/26/12-
02/23/12 | Newport News |
| Movie Night at Main Street Library | Newport News Public Library System | 02/23/12 | Newport News |
| Anime and Manga Club | Newport News Public Library System | 02/24/12 | Newport News |
Bruce HornsbyPresented by Ferguson Center for the Arts at Ferguson Center for the Arts Concert Hall February 25, 2012 **SPECIAL OFFER: For and additional $5 added to your ticket price, the night of the show you can receive Bruce Hornsby's first ever full-length release of solo piano performances. Please call the Ferguson Center Ticket Office to redeem this offer at (757) 594-8752.**
Bruce Hornsby's work continues to display the same creative iconoclasm that's been a constant in the artist's two-and-a-half decade recording career. His commercial stock soared early on, when "The Way It... | Ferguson Center for the Arts | 02/25/12 | Newport News |
Voices of FreedomPresented by The Mariners' Museum at The Mariners' Museum February 25, 2012 This hour long presentation features Walter Darden Jr., portraying Robert Smalls (The Robert Smalls Squadron) with students portraying African American sailors through words and songs. Robert Smalls was an enslaved African American who, during and after the Civil War, became a ship's pilot, sea captain and politician. | The Mariners' Museum | 02/25/12 | Newport News |
Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton MarsalisPresented by Ferguson Center for the Arts at Ferguson Center for the Arts Concert Hall February 27, 2012 Versatility is a hallmark of the Juilliard-trained Wynton Marsalis. As music director of the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra, it’s clear that style and experience are leading characteristics as well. Under his direction, the Orchestra performs a vast repertoire, from rare historic compositions to Jazz at Lincoln Center-commissioned works. Marsalis became the first jazz artist to be awarded the prestigious Pulitzer Prize in music for his oratorio “Blood on the Fields,”... | Ferguson Center for the Arts | 02/27/12 | Newport News |
Mancala Challenge for YouthPresented by Newport News Public Library System at Newport News Public Library - Pearl Bailey Library February 27, 2012 In celebration of Black History Month, youth ages 8-18 can compete in a Mancala Challenge, 4:30 to 6 p.m., Monday, Feb. 27, at Pearl Bailey Library. The final player to collect the most gems in the round-robin game competition will be declared the winner and receive a Mancala game set. No registration required. For more information, call Pearl Bailey Library at 757-247-8677. | Newport News Public Library System | 02/27/12 | 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 |
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 |
| Itβs Your Move: Chess Masters Club | Newport News Public Library System | 02/29/12 | Newport News |
Itβs 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 |
Civil War Motor-Coach TourPresented by The Mariners' Museum at The Mariners' Museum March 9, 2012 Join local historians John Quarstein and J. Michael Moore for a motor-coach tour of Civil War sites on the Peninsula. Stops include Fortress Monroe, Lee Hall Mansion, Endview Plantation and Gloucester Point, among others. Lunch will be served at the beautiful Boxwood Inn at Lee Hall.
Quarstein was the recipient of the National Trust for Historic Preservation’s 1993 President’s Award for Historic Preservation Award, and is the author of several books on Virginia history.... | The Mariners' Museum | 03/09/12 | Newport News |
Living History DayPresented by The Mariners' Museum at The Mariners' Museum March 9, 2012 Join us as we bring Civil War history to life with events focusing on the famed Battle between ironclads USS Monitor and CSS Virginia. Students will interact with soldiers and sailors, tour the award-winning USS MONITOR Center, play 19th century games, make period crafts, and participate in interactive vignettes, such as Civil War Through Music, A Slave’s Perspective of the War, Sailor vs. Soldier Life, and Uncommon Soldiers! | The Mariners' Museum | 03/09/12 | Newport News |
Moscow Festival Ballet's Swan LakePresented by Ferguson Center for the Arts at Ferguson Center for the Arts Concert Hall March 10, 2012 Sergei Radchenko, Artistic Director.
The Moscow Festival Ballet was founded in 1989 when legendary principal dancer of the Bolshoi Ballet Sergei Radchenko sought to realize his vision of a company that would bring together the highest classical elements of the great Bolshoi and Kirov Ballet companies in an independent new company within the framework of Russian classic ballet. Under Radchenko’s direction, leading dancers from across the Russias have forged an exciting new... | Ferguson Center for the Arts | 03/10/12 | Newport News |
Moscow Festival Ballet's CinderellaPresented by Ferguson Center for the Arts at Ferguson Center for the Arts Concert Hall March 10, 2012 Sergei Radchenko, Artistic Director.
The Moscow Festival Ballet was founded in 1989 when legendary principal dancer of the Bolshoi Ballet Sergei Radchenko sought to realize his vision of a company that would bring together the highest classical elements of the great Bolshoi and Kirov Ballet companies in an independent new company within the framework of Russian classic ballet. Under Radchenko’s direction, leading dancers from across the Russias have forged an exciting new... | Ferguson Center for the Arts | 03/10/12 | Newport News |
Ironclad ChefPresented by The Mariners' Museum at The Mariners' Museum March 10, 2012 Join us as we host the second annual Ironclad Chef competition. Throughout the day, guests will witness demonstrations of two very unique cooking styles, that of a slave on a plantation and that of a Union cook on the deck of the USS Monitor. The two competitors will discuss their menu choices, ingredients, and cooking styles, giving insight into a world of food preparation before refrigeration, electric ovens, and microwaves. This portion of the Ironclad Chef competition is free for... | The Mariners' Museum | 03/10/12 | Newport News |
Living HistoryPresented by The Mariners' Museum at The Mariners' Museum March 9-March 11, 2012 Bring your students to The Mariners’ Museum and we will make Civil War history come to life with events focusing on the famed 1862 Battle of Hampton Roads between the ironclads USS Monitor and CSS Virginia.
Students will have the opportunity to interact with Civil War soldiers, explore the award-winning USS Monitor center, and get a behind-the-scenes tour of the state-of-the-art Conservation Facility. But the fun doesn’t stop there; 19th century crafts and games will be... | The Mariners' Museum | 03/09/12-
03/11/12 | Newport News |
10th Annual Battle of Hampton Roads WeekendPresented by The Mariners' Museum at The Mariners' Museum March 9-March 11, 2012 March 2012 marks the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Hampton Roads. On March 8, 1862, the CSS Virginia destroyed the USS Cumberland and the USS Congress in a battle that showed the supremacy of iron over wood. The following day the Union ironclad Monitor met the CSS Virginia in a battle, which- though fought to a draw- changed the very nature of naval warfare not only in America, but worldwide.
Join The Mariners’ Museum and our partners at NOAA’s Monitor... | The Mariners' Museum | 03/09/12-
03/11/12 | Newport News |
Civil War Navy ConferencePresented by The Mariners' Museum at The Mariners' Museum March 9-March 11, 2012 The Mariners’ Museum, along with its partners at NOAA’s Monitor National Marine Sanctuary, The Museum of the Confederacy, and the Hampton Roads Naval Museum are soliciting panels and poster sessions for the Civil War Navy Conference, featuring award-winning authors Harold Holzer on March 9th, Craig Symonds on March 10th, and John Quarstein on March 11th.
Papers will be considered in the following areas: Civil War Naval history, technology, literature, art, and... | The Mariners' Museum | 03/09/12-
03/11/12 | Newport News |
Ironclad BattleQuestPresented by The Mariners' Museum at The Mariners' Museum March 10-March 11, 2012 Explore the Battle of Hampton Roads like never before with Ironclad BattleQuest, a fun interactive adventure for the entire family.
During this year’s Battle of Hampton Roads weekend, Union and Confederate “spies” will abound as families explore the encampment, uncover secrets about the USS Monitor and CSS Virginia, hold audience with Abraham Lincoln, and experience Civil War food before reporting back to their “commanding officer.” These are just a few of... | The Mariners' Museum | 03/10/12-
03/11/12 | 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 |
Bob Newhart & Deana MartinPresented by Ferguson Center for the Arts at Ferguson Center for the Arts Concert Hall March 16, 2012 Funny man Bob Newhart’s career has spanned two successful television shows, 14 feature films, sold millions of albums worldwide and still performs to sell-out crowds all over the country. Performing some of his great standards such as The Driving Instructor, Sir Walter Raleigh, and The Submarine Commander, these timeless classics are enjoyed by young and old alike. Joining Newhart is Deana Martin, daughter of Dean Martin, who will sing some of her father Dean’s classics as well... | Ferguson Center for the Arts | 03/16/12 | Newport News |
American Big BandPresented by Ferguson Center for the Arts at Ferguson Center for the Arts Concert Hall March 18, 2012 "American Big Band" is the theatrical “Sentimental Journey” of the big band era in America. In this new theatrically staged, costumed and choreographed production by award-winning producer Matt Davenport, 20 singers, dancers and musicians bring the big band story to life featuring the greatest highlights of the last 80 years of big band music in America. The music of Glenn Miller, Duke Ellington, Benny Goodman and many more are sure to get you “In the Mood”... | Ferguson Center for the Arts | 03/18/12 | Newport News |
Winter Lecture Series: Donovan Hohn- Moby DuckPresented by The Mariners' Museum at The Mariners' Museum March 22, 2012 On January, 10 1992, a freighter en route to Tacoma, Washington from Hong Kong encountered a storm in the North Pacific. As the massive ship lurched through three-story waves, its cargo, some of it lashed above deck in 20 foot long shipping containers, toppled overboard. Among the freight: 28,800 plastic bath toys, including those lovable yellow rubber ducks.
Donovan Hohn will present his new book Moby Duck: The True Story of 28,800 Bath Toys Lost at Sea and of the... | The Mariners' Museum | 03/22/12 | Newport News |
Red Star Red Army Chorus & Dance EnsemblePresented by Ferguson Center for the Arts at Ferguson Center for the Arts Concert Hall March 25, 2012 Over the last 20 years, this company of 70 singers, dancers and instrumentalists has dazzled crowds wherever they perform. With a program created for American audiences, this group of musicians and dancers takes audiences on a journey of Russian music and traditional folk songs, including “Meadowlands,” “Moscow Nights” and “Dark Eyes,” interspersed with wonderful dances of amazing virtuosity. As The New York Times raved, “This is a great show! A... | Ferguson Center for the Arts | 03/25/12 | Newport News |
Patti LabellePresented by Ferguson Center for the Arts at Ferguson Center for the Arts Concert Hall April 12, 2012 “Beautiful” simply does not describe the incomparable force known to the world as Patti LaBelle. As time continues to evolve, the soulful songbird’s name has become synonymous with grace, style, elegance and class. Belting out classic rhythm and blues renditions, pop standards and spiritual sonnets have created the unique platform of versatility that Ms. Patti is known and revered for. As she continues into her fourth decade of performing, the Philadelphia maven has... | Ferguson Center for the Arts | 04/12/12 | Newport News |
Paula PoundstonePresented by Ferguson Center for the Arts at Ferguson Center for the Arts Concert Hall April 22, 2012 Paula Poundstone, one of the foremost comics working today, draws on her own complex life: three kids, 13 cats,
motherhood, a demanding job and crazy travel schedule, her frustration at getting older and a bag of neuroses, including her famous inability to ever shut up. In other words: She’s just like many of us. Part of the fun is watching her engage various audience members in a humorous dialogue. She even manages to handle politics without provoking the pall of disapproval... | Ferguson Center for the Arts | 04/22/12 | Newport News |
StompPresented by Ferguson Center for the Arts at Ferguson Center for the Arts Concert Hall April 27-April 29, 2012 STOMP is explosive, provocative, sophisticated, sexy, utterly unique and appeals to audiences of all ages. The international percussion sensation has garnered an armful of awards and rave reviews, and has appeared on numerous national television shows. The eight-member troupe uses everything but conventional percussion instruments — matchboxes, wooden poles, brooms, garbage cans, Zippo lighters, hubcaps — to fill the stage with magnificent rhythms. As USA Today says, “STOMP... | Ferguson Center for the Arts | 04/27/12-
04/29/12 | Newport News |
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