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- Week 25
- all-day
- Bodies Revealed at VLM (Newport News)
- all-day
- Mindbender Mansion Traveling Exhibit at VASC (Hampton)
- all-day
- Crime Lab Detective Exhibit (Portsmouth)
- all-day
- Spy Ship at Nauticus (Norfolk)
- 9:00am
- Blue Goose Tram (Virginia Beach)
- 9:30am
- Farmers Market at Whole Foods (Virginia Beach)
- 10:00am
- Barnes & Noble Storytime- Greenbrier (Chesapeake)
- 10:00am
- Pre-K Art Day (Virginia Beach)
- 10:00am
- Summer Session at Sunshine Smiles (Virginia Beach)
- 10:00am
- Toddler Time (Suffolk)
- 10:00am
- Paint Days at Peninsula Fine Arts Center (Newport News)
- 10:00am
- Wonder Bugs at First Landing (Virginia Beach)
- 10:15am
- Toddler Time for 1-2s at Greenbrier Library (Chesapeake)
- 10:30am
- Barnes & Noble Storytime & Craft (Hampton)
- 10:30am
- Barnes & Noble Storytime & Craft (Newport News)
- 10:30am
- Gracie the Clown (Virginia Beach)
- 10:30am
- Storytime, ages 3-5 (Portsmouth)
- 10:30am
- Fairy Houses (Virginia Beach)
- 10:30am
- Summer Craft at Manor Library (Portsmouth)
- 10:30am
- Summer Vacation Barnes & Noble Storytime & Craft (Hampton)
- 10:45am
- Military Event- Storytime (Virginia Beach)
- 11:00am
- Garden Tales at Norfolk Zoo (Norfolk)
- 11:00am
- Toddler Trek at Virginia Aquarium (Virginia Beach)
- 11:00am
- Story Time at The Old Coast Guard Station (Virginia Beach)
- 11:00am
- Summer Craft at Main Library (Portsmouth)
- 12:00pm
- Free Glass Demonstrations at Chrysler Museum (Norfolk)
- 12:00pm
- Nature Crafts at First Landing (Virginia Beach)
- 12:00pm
- Newport News Library Book Sale (Newport News)
- 12:00pm
- Summer Free Activities at Bass Pro Shop (Hampton)
- 1:00pm
- Summer Craft at Cradock Library (Portsmouth)
- 2:00pm
- African Animals (Virginia Beach)
- 2:00pm
- Dinosaur Discovery Box & Craft at Lafayette Library (Norfolk)
- 2:00pm
- Magic with Rob Wescott at Horace C. Downing Library (Norfolk)
- 2:00pm
- Indiana Jones Scavenger Hunt (Teens and Tweens) at Churchland Library (Portsmouth)
- 2:00pm
- Woodland Recess at First Landing (Virginia Beach)
- 3:00pm
- Reading for the Summer Hour at Park Place Library (Norfolk)
- 3:30pm
- Military Event- Dam Neck Family Beach Blast (Virginia Beach)
- 4:00pm
- Anime and Manga Club for Teens (Newport News)
- 4:00pm
- What's In The Nets? at First Landing (Virginia Beach)
- 4:00pm
- Bike Nights at Norfolk Botanical Gardens (Norfolk)
- 4:15pm
- Drop In Street Dance Class ages 6-12 (Virginia Beach)
- 5:00pm
- Chick-Fil-A Family Night with Bricks4Kidz (Virginia Beach)
- 5:00pm
- Etsy Craft Party 2013! (Norfolk)
- 6:00pm
- Scales to Tails (Virginia Beach)
- 6:00pm
- Kid's Karaoke Night at Lendy's (Virginia Beach)
- 6:00pm
- Family Great Adventure Series (Virginia Beach)
- 6:00pm
- Thursdays By The Lake at Mariners' Museum (Newport News)
- 6:00pm
- Mount Trashmore Summer Carnival (Virginia Beach)
- 6:30pm
- Major Hillard Library Bunnies and Books (Chesapeake)
- 6:30pm
- Shagging on the Boardwalk (Yorktown)
- 7:30pm
- Shipwrecks & Ghostlore (Virginia Beach)
- 8:00pm
- Chesapeake Planetarium Public Program (Chesapeake)
- 8:00pm
- Swingtime Salute, An On-Deck Revue (Norfolk)
- 8:30pm
- Moonlight Movie at First Landing (Virginia Beach)
- 9:00pm
- Friday Night Films at the Hermitage Museum (Norfolk)
Bodies Revealed at VLM (Newport News)
- where
- The Virginia Living Museum 524 J Clyde Morris Boulevard Newport News, VA 23601
- starts
- May 25th, 2013
- ends
- Sep 2nd, 2013
- details
- Bodies Revealed, an amazing look into the human body that will educate and fascinate visitors, opens at the Virginia Living Museum in Newport News on May 25 and runs through Sept. 2.
Bodies Revealed, by Premier Exhibitions Inc., will provide the public with an opportunity to see inside carefully preserved real anatomical specimens and learn the detailed structure and function of the human body. The exhibition takes visitors through galleries providing an up-close look inside the skeletal, muscular, reproductive, respiratory, circulatory and other systems of the human body. Many of the whole body specimens are dissected in vivid athletic poses, allowing the visitor to relate to everyday activities. In addition, authentic human specimens illustrate the damage caused to organs by over-eating and lack of exercise. A healthy lung is featured next to a black lung ravaged by smoking in a vivid comparison more powerful than any textbook image.
The human body specimens in the exhibition are preserved through a revolutionary technique called polymer preservation. In this process, human tissue is permanently preserved using liquid silicone rubber that is treated and hardened. The end result is a rubberized specimen, preserved to the cellular level, showcasing the complexity of the body's many bones, muscles, nerves, blood vessels and organs. The full-body specimens can take more than a year to prepare.
The exhibition is currently receiving worldwide acclaim attracting nearly 15 million visitors from cities around the world.
Admission to the museum is $17 for adults and $13 for children (ages 3-12), ages 2 and under are free. Admission to Bodies Revealed is an additional $9 for adults and $7 for children. VLM members pay $7 per person. Group rates are available for groups of 10 or more. Advance ticket sales will begin in late March.
http://www.thevlm.org/
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Mindbender Mansion Traveling Exhibit at VASC (Hampton)
- where
- Virginia Air & Space Center 600 Settlers Landing Rd Hampton, VA 23669
- starts
- May 25th, 2013
- ends
- Sep 2nd, 2013
- details
- Mindbender Mansion Traveling Exhibit
Enter the wonderfully puzzling world of Mindbender Mansion, an eclectic place full of brainteasers and interactive challenges guaranteed to test the brain power and problem solving skills of even the most experienced puzzlers. Visitors to this fun and quirky mansion are invited to join the Mindbender Society by gathering hidden clues and secret passwords scattered throughout the various thematic rooms of the house. Clues and passwords are revealed by solving select brainteasers and group challenges. Visitors are encouraged to think outside the box and collaborate with their fellow mansion guests to meet individual and group challenges, which include manipulating a tilt table, forming patterns in rolling chairs, keeping up with a conveyer belt, maneuvering a flying machine, and disco hopscotch spelling. .
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Date:May 25 - September 2
Time:10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Location:Virginia Air and Space Center
Address:600 Settlers Landing Road, Hampton,
Hampton, VA 23669
Contact:757-727-0900
Cost:Activities are included in regular exhibit admission fee
Links:http://www.vasc.org
757.727.0900
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Crime Lab Detective Exhibit (Portsmouth)
- where
- Children’s Museum of Virginia 221 High Street, Portsmouth, VA
- starts
- May 25th, 2013
- ends
- Aug 31st, 2013
- details
- Included with admission
Crime Lab Detective takes visitors into the popular world of crime labs and detective work. Visitors will scrutinize evidence left behind while recording their findings in a Detective Notebook. After investigating the crime scene, visitors will be challenged by the lab activities as they work to decide which of the five prime suspects committed the crime.
Crime Lab Detective lets guests be like Sherlock Holmes as they examine clues such as fingerprints, hair and DNA. From tire marks left outside the crime scene to a cloth fiber on a picket fence, visitors will learn how to collect, sort and analyze evidence and data. Visitors can work individually or as a family to gather clues. The evidence is right before your eyes. Can you solve the crime?
Crime Lab Detective is brought to you by the Museum of Discovery, Little Rock, Arkansas.
http://www.childrensmuseumva.com/explore.html
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Spy Ship at Nauticus (Norfolk)
- where
- Nauticus, One Waterside Drive, Norfolk VA
- starts
- Jun 15th, 2013
- ends
- Sep 6th, 2013
- details
- http://www.spyshipnauticus.com/
On onboard undercover quest on the Battleship Wisconsin running from June 15- September 6, 2013
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Blue Goose Tram (Virginia Beach)
- where
- Little Island City Park in Sandbridge
- starts
- Jun 20th, 2013, 9:00am
- ends
- Jun 20th, 2013, 1:00pm
- details
- What is the Blue Goose Tram? The Tram transports visitors through Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge and into False Cape State Park. Upon arrival at False Cape State Park, riders can hike to the ocean or bay, relax at the visitor center, or continue on to the Wash Woods Cemetery and Church Site Trail.Seating is first come first serve, so arrive early for an assured seat!
Tram Fees
Adults: $8.00 per person
Seniors (62 or older): $6.00 per person
Children (3-12): $6.00 per person
Children under 3: Free
There is also an entrance fee toBack Bay National Wildife Refuge:
$2.00 Walk/Bike
$5.00 Car
Web Site: http://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state_parks/fal.shtml
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Farmers Market at Whole Foods (Virginia Beach)
- where
- Whole Foods Market Virginia Beach 1800 Laskin Road, Virginia Beach, Virginia 23454
- starts
- Jun 20th, 2013, 9:30am
- ends
- Jun 20th, 2013, 10:45am
- details
- As part of our commitment to the community, our environment and local vendors and suppliers we are excited to announce our summer Farmers Market every Thursday from 4-7 pm in our East parking lot adjacent to The Porch beginning May 2 and running through Sept. 26.
A list of participating vendors will be posted each week but you can expect Mattawoman Creek Farms, Cromwell Produce, Cullipher Farm Market, Brookdale Farm, Allen's Farm, Sandy Point Farms, Heads Up Hydrogreens, Shady Goat Farm (cheese), Morphed Products, Beach Biscotti and more!
http://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/events?store=70051
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Barnes & Noble Storytime- Greenbrier (Chesapeake)
- where
- Barnes & Noble- 1212 Greenbrier Pkwy, Chesapeake, VA 23320
- starts
- Jun 20th, 2013, 10:00am
- ends
- Jun 20th, 2013, 11:00am
- details
- (757) 382-0220
http://store-locator.barnesandnoble.com/store/2735
Storytime
Join us every Tuesday and Thursday morning at 10:00 am for Storytime! Enjoy stories, coloring and crafts. Ideal for preschool-age children.
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Pre-K Art Day (Virginia Beach)
- where
- Virginia MOCA 2200 Parks Ave Virginia Beach, VA 23451 (757) 425-0000
- starts
- Jun 20th, 2013, 10:00am
- ends
- Jun 20th, 2013, 11:00am
- details
- http://www.virginiamoca.org/pre-k-art-days
Bring your little ones for an art adventure at the Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art! Kids ages 3-5 learn about the elements of art through storytelling, gallery tours, hands-on art activities and creative movement exercises. Early childhood specialists lead students and parents through a one-hour program designed to teach children basic art lessons.
Registration deadline is by 5pm on the Wednesday prior to program date. Cost is $5 for members, $7 non-members. For more information call Holly Ackiss at 757.425.0000 x.23.
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Summer Session at Sunshine Smiles (Virginia Beach)
- where
- Sunshine Smiles A Kids Spa 2720 N Mall Dr, Ste 108, Virginia Beach, Virginia 23452
- starts
- Jun 20th, 2013, 10:00am
- ends
- Jun 20th, 2013, 2:00pm
- details
- Every Thursday from 10am-2pm! $65 Summer Sessions at Sunshine Smiles A Kids Spa!
Make your own Bath fizzies
Make your own lip scrub
glitter tattoo
glitter makeup
lunch
Spa Ice cream Delight Mani and Pedi
Call 757-502-4200 to reserve your spot!
http://www.sunshinesmilesaks.com/special-events/
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Toddler Time (Suffolk)
- where
- North Suffolk Library, 2000 Bennet's Creek Park Rd, Suffolk
- starts
- Jun 20th, 2013, 10:00am
- ends
- Jun 20th, 2013, 10:20am
- details
- Beginning storytime for children ages 3 and younger at North Suffolk Library!
When May 2, 2013
from 10:00 AM to 10:20 AM week until May 23, 2013
Where North Suffolk Library
A fun 15-20 minutes of stories, songs and rhymes meant just for children ages 3 and younger! Due to high demand, we are offering two sessions of Toddler Time - one at 9:30 am and one at 10:00 am on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
We cannot accommodate groups or daycares in storytime programs. Please call to schedule a different program for your group.
Please call Jennifer at 514-7150 for more information.
Before attending our storytimes, we ask that you visit our storytime page on our website! http://www.suffolk.lib.va.us/kids-teens/spring-2013-storytime-schedule.html
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Paint Days at Peninsula Fine Arts Center (Newport News)
- where
- Peninsula Fine Arts Center 101 Museum Drive, Newport News, VA 23606 (757) 596-8175
- starts
- Jun 20th, 2013, 10:00am
- ends
- Jun 20th, 2013, 4:00pm
- details
- http://www.pfac-va.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=22&Itemid=2
(757) 596-8175
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Wonder Bugs at First Landing (Virginia Beach)
- where
- First Landing State Park 2500 Shore Drive Virginia Beach, VA 23451
- starts
- Jun 20th, 2013, 10:00am
- ends
- Jun 20th, 2013, 11:00am
- details
- http://www.myactivechild.com/blog/summer-fun-first-landing-state-park/
Join a Park Interpreter for nature themed hikes, stories, and crafts specifically designed for ages 2 to 6.
http://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state_parks/vieweventpublic.cfm
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Toddler Time for 1-2s at Greenbrier Library (Chesapeake)
- where
- Greenbrier Library,1214 Volvo Parkway, Chesapeake
- starts
- Jun 20th, 2013, 10:15am
- ends
- Jun 20th, 2013, 10:45am
- details
- Age Group(s): Toddler
Date: 6/20/2013
Start Time: 10:15 AM
End Time: 10:45 AM
Description: Children ages 1-2 and their caregivers are invited to join us at the Greenbrier library for a storytime. Come and enjoy stories, flannels, fingerplays and songs. No registration required. Programs may be subject to change due to the renovation of the children's room. Please check infopeake.org for current information or call the library at 410-7061.
Library: Greenbrier Library
Location: Childrens Activitiy Room
infopeake.org
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Barnes & Noble Storytime & Craft (Hampton)
- where
- Barnes & Noble- Peninsula Town Center 5100 Kilgore Ave, Hampton, VA 23666
- starts
- Jun 20th, 2013, 10:30am
- ends
- Jun 20th, 2013, 11:30am
- details
- (757) 827-1118
http://store-locator.barnesandnoble.com/store/2309
Different books and themes each week.
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Barnes & Noble Storytime & Craft (Newport News)
- where
- Barnes & Noble- Newport News Yoder Plaza Shopping Center, 12170 Jefferson Avenue, Newport News, VA 23602
- starts
- Jun 20th, 2013, 10:30am
- ends
- Jun 20th, 2013, 11:30am
- details
- 757-249-2488
http://store-locator.barnesandnoble.com/store/2773
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Gracie the Clown (Virginia Beach)
- where
- Kempsville Branch Library 832 Kempsville RoadVirginia Beach, VA 23464
- starts
- Jun 20th, 2013, 10:30am
- ends
- Jun 20th, 2013, 11:30am
- details
- http://www.vbgov.com/events/pages/events.aspx?date=02/25/2013&calendars=all
Gracie the Clown
10:30 – 11:25 a.m.
Laugh along with Gracie the Clown as she entertains you with her magic. Take home your very own balloon creation! All ages. Registration may be required and begins June 6 by calling 385-2627.
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Storytime, ages 3-5 (Portsmouth)
- where
- Churchland Library, 4934 High Street West, Portsmouth, VA 23703
- starts
- Jun 20th, 2013, 10:30am
- ends
- Jun 20th, 2013, 11:30am
- details
- (757) 686-2538
http://www.eventkeeper.com/code/bigyear.cfm?curOrg=PORTS&curApp=events&reqYear=2012
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Fairy Houses (Virginia Beach)
- where
- VB Great Neck Library- 1251 Bayne Drive, Virginia Beach VA
- starts
- Jun 20th, 2013, 10:30am
- ends
- Jun 20th, 2013, 12:00pm
- details
- Fairy Houses
10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Build a special home for the fairies to visit. It may have many visitors--grasshoppers, squirrels, toads, crickets and more! We'll listen to stories about fairy houses and then build some around the library. Ages 5-12. Registration may be required and begins on June 6 by calling 385-2606.
http://www.vbgov.com/government/departments/libraries/programs-classes/Pages/default.as
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Summer Craft at Manor Library (Portsmouth)
- where
- Manor Branch Library- 1401 Elmhurst Lane, Portsmouth, VA 23701
- starts
- Jun 20th, 2013, 10:30am
- ends
- Jun 20th, 2013, 11:30am
- details
- Summer Craft
Contact: Manor Branch 757-465-2916
Be creative with us at the Portsmouth Public Library and make a craft!
Location: Manor
http://www.eventkeeper.com/code/events.cfm?curOrg=PORTS
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Summer Vacation Barnes & Noble Storytime & Craft (Hampton)
- where
- Barnes & Noble- Peninsula Town Center 5100 Kilgore Ave, Hampton, VA 23666
- starts
- Jun 20th, 2013, 10:30am
- ends
- Jun 20th, 2013, 11:30am
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- Storytime
Join us for these fantastic tales of summer vacation. We will venture with penguin on his vacation and travel to the beach for surf and sun. A craft and treat will follow. Parents must accompany their children at all times.
Thursday June 06, 2013 10:30 AMRecurring
(757) 827-1118
http://store-locator.barnesandnoble.com/store/2309
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Military Event- Storytime (Virginia Beach)
- where
- JEB Little Creek-Fort Story- Virginia Beach, VA 23459
- starts
- Jun 20th, 2013, 10:45am
- ends
- Jun 20th, 2013, 11:45am
- details
- Storytime (best for ages 3-5) at Little Creek Library
Open to Military and DOD dependents
Please call to confirm storytime is happening each week
(757) 462-7691
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Garden Tales at Norfolk Zoo (Norfolk)
- where
- Virginia Zoo 3500 Granby Street, Norfolk, VA 23504
- starts
- Jun 20th, 2013, 11:00am
- ends
- Jun 20th, 2013, 12:00pm
- details
- (757) 441-2374, ext. 229
http://www.virginiazoo.org/education/kids-and-family-programs.asp
Garden Tales are back! Join us for a story and an interactive hands-on horticulture activity Thursdays from 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Norfolk Master Gardeners and the Virginia Zoo Horticulture Team will educate young Zoo visitors about the importance of plants and their relationship with animals. Zoo visitors will have the opportunity to make a project related to the story.
Located off Fountain Plaza near the prairie dog habitat. Garden Tales is included with Zoo admission.
Garden Tales may be cancelled without notice due to factors such as weather.
For more information, call (757) 441-2374, ext. 249.
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Toddler Trek at Virginia Aquarium (Virginia Beach)
- where
- Virginia Aquarium- 717 General Booth Blvd. Virginia Beach, VA. 23451
- starts
- Jun 20th, 2013, 11:00am
- ends
- Jun 20th, 2013, 11:30am
- details
- http://www.virginiaaquarium.com/educational-adventures/pages/just-for-toddlers.aspx
(757) 385-FISH (3474
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Story Time at The Old Coast Guard Station (Virginia Beach)
- where
- The Old Coast Guard Station 24th Street and Atlantic Avenue Virginia Beach, VA
- starts
- Jun 20th, 2013, 11:00am
- ends
- Jun 20th, 2013, 12:00pm
- details
- (757) 422-1587
http://www.oldcoastguardstation.com/Exhibits-Events.aspx
Wednesdays & Thursdays in June, July & August
or by appointment
Join Captain Fishbones or Grandma Beach for a storybook reading, activities and fun! For ages 3-9, must be accompanied by an adult. Program included in regular museum admission. 11:00 am Please call to confirm time and date. Reservations appreciated. Contact the museum Program Director at 757.422.1587 or send an email: education@oldcoastguardstation.com
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Summer Craft at Main Library (Portsmouth)
- where
- 601 Court Street Portsmouth, VA 23704
- starts
- Jun 20th, 2013, 11:00am
- ends
- Jun 20th, 2013, 12:00pm
- details
- Summer Craft
Contact: Rachel Enrich 757-393-8501
Be creative with us at the Portsmouth Public Library and make a craft!
Location: Main
(757) 393-8973
http://www.eventkeeper.com/code/events.cfm?curOrg=PORTS
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Free Glass Demonstrations at Chrysler Museum (Norfolk)
- where
- Chrysler Museum of Art, 245 W Olney Rd, Norfolk, Virginia 23510
- starts
- Jun 20th, 2013, 12:00pm
- ends
- Jun 20th, 2013, 1:00pm
- details
- Daily Glass Demonstrations at the Chrysler Museum Glass Studio
Presented by Chrysler Museum of Art at Chrysler Museum of Art
Ongoing
Watch live glass demonstrations in the Chrysler Museum of Art Glass Studio Wednesday through Sunday each week at 12:00 noon, then you can catch afternoon demonstrations at 4:00 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday of each week.
(757) 664-6200
http://www.chrysler.org/events-calendar/
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Nature Crafts at First Landing (Virginia Beach)
- where
- First Landing State Park 2500 Shore Drive Virginia Beach, VA 23451
- starts
- Jun 20th, 2013, 12:00pm
- ends
- Jun 20th, 2013, 1:00pm
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Newport News Library Book Sale (Newport News)
- where
- West Avenue Library, 2907 West Ave.Newport News, VA
- starts
- Jun 20th, 2013, 12:00pm
- ends
- Jun 20th, 2013, 4:00pm
- details
- Books, DVDs, more for sale at Friends of the Library sale in June
NEWPORT NEWS, VA -- Get great deals on gently used books and DVDs while supporting the Library when you shop at the Friends of the Newport News Public Library’s Booksale, June 20-22, at West Avenue Library.
Hours for the sale are noon - 4 p.m., Thursday, June 20; 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Friday, June 21; and 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Saturday, June 22. A special preview for Friends members only is 10 a.m.-noon on Thursday, June 20. Anyone may join the Friends of the Newport News Public Library at that time, as well.
Books are sorted by categories that include children’s books, classics, cookbooks, crafts, military interest, health, history, textbooks, large print and religion. Selections are available in French, German, Italian and Spanish as well.
Prices are 25 cents for children’s books and VHS tapes, 50 cents for paperbacks, $1 for CDs and DVDs and $1-$3 for hardbacks. Collectibles and special interest items are individually priced. From 1-4 p.m. on Saturday, June 22, fill a bag for $3 and standard paperbacks are 10 cents or 12 for $1.
All sales support the Newport News Public Library System. Part of the Newport News Public Library System, West Avenue Library is located at 2907 West Ave., Newport News, VA 23607.
The Friends of the Newport News Public Library also operate a Bookstore that is open seven days a week at Main Street Library, 110 Main Street, Newport News, VA 23601. The Bookstore is open 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Monday through Thursday; 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Friday; 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Saturday; and 2 - 4 p.m., Sunday.
When you buy a book from the Bookstore or through a Booksale, you are not only saving money, but also helping to reduce waste and supporting the Library System and your community.
Contact the Friends of the Newport News Public Library at friendsnewportnews@yahoo.com for additional information or call 757-247-8875.
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Summer Free Activities at Bass Pro Shop (Hampton)
- where
- Bass Pro Shop 1972 Power Plant Pkwy Hampton, VA 23666
- starts
- Jun 20th, 2013, 12:00pm
- ends
- Jun 20th, 2013, 5:00pm
- details
- (757) 262-5200
FREE EVENT
Free activities and crafts at Bass Pro Shop on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays from June 8-July 14. Casting challenge, shooting arcade and shooting range for the kids & free homemade ice cream (Saturdays 5-6pm only)
http://www.basspro.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/CFPageC?storeId=10151&catalogId=10051&
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Summer Craft at Cradock Library (Portsmouth)
- where
- Cradock Branch Library 28 Prospect Pkwy Portsmouth VA
- starts
- Jun 20th, 2013, 1:00pm
- ends
- Jun 20th, 2013, 2:00pm
- details
- Summer Craft
Contact: Cradock Branch 757-393-8759
Be creative with us at the Portsmouth Public Library and make a craft!
Location: Cradock
(757) 393-8759
http://www.eventkeeper.com/code/events.cfm?curOrg=PORTS
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African Animals (Virginia Beach)
- where
- Oceanfront Area Library 700 Virginia Beach Boulevard Virginia Beach, Virginia
- starts
- Jun 20th, 2013, 2:00pm
- ends
- Jun 20th, 2013, 3:00pm
- details
- http://www.vbgov.com/government/departments/libraries/programs-classes/
African Animals
2 – 3 p.m.
Learn about the animals that live on this faraway continent. Make an animal mask to take home! Ages 6-9. Registration begins on June 3 by calling 385-2640.
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Dinosaur Discovery Box & Craft at Lafayette Library (Norfolk)
- where
- Lafayette Branch Library 1610 Cromwell Drive Norfolk, VA 23509
- starts
- Jun 20th, 2013, 2:00pm
- ends
- Jun 20th, 2013, 3:00pm
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- Dinosaur Discovery Box & Craft
We will dig into the world of dinosaurs using the Digging Dinosaurs Discovery Box from the Virginina Living Museum. The box contains real dinosaur bones, teeth, and other fossils! After exploring the box, we will make our own dinosaur fossils!
Location: Lafayette Branch Library
http://www.eventkeeper.com/code/events.cfm?curOrg=NPL
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Magic with Rob Wescott at Horace C. Downing Library (Norfolk)
- where
- Horace C. Downing Branch Library 555 E. Liberty Street Norfolk, VA 23523
- starts
- Jun 20th, 2013, 2:00pm
- ends
- Jun 20th, 2013, 3:00pm
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- Magic with Rob Westcott
Experience magic and fun with award-winning magician Rob Westcott.
Location: Horace C. Downing Branch Library
http://www.eventkeeper.com/code/events.cfm?curOrg=NPL
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Indiana Jones Scavenger Hunt (Teens and Tweens) at Churchland Library (Portsmouth)
- where
- Churchland Library 4934 High Street West Portsmouth, VA
- starts
- Jun 20th, 2013, 2:00pm
- ends
- Jun 20th, 2013, 4:00pm
- details
- Indiana Jones Scavenger Hunt
Contact: Ashley Dean 757-686-2538
Teen Summer Reading Program Event
Teens are invited to search for clues, build a pyramind, and find hidden treasures as part of our
Beneath the Surface 2013 Summer Reading Program!
Ages 12-18 (high schoolers).
Refreshments will be provided.
Location: Churchland
(757) 686-2538
http://www.eventkeeper.com/code/events.cfm?curOrg=PORTS
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Woodland Recess at First Landing (Virginia Beach)
- where
- First Landing State Park 2500 Shore Drive Virginia Beach, VA 23451
- starts
- Jun 20th, 2013, 2:00pm
- ends
- Jun 20th, 2013, 3:00pm
- details
- http://www.myactivechild.com/blog/summer-fun-first-landing-state-park/
What's more fun than playing outside? Join us each week as we play a fun nature based game.
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Reading for the Summer Hour at Park Place Library (Norfolk)
- where
- Park Place Branch Library 620 West 29th Street Norfolk, VA 23508
- starts
- Jun 20th, 2013, 3:00pm
- ends
- Jun 20th, 2013, 4:00pm
- details
- Reading for the Summer Hour at Park Place
Contact: 757-664-7330
Relax in the library with a good book. Take a break from the computers and join us for one hour of reading time every weekday this summer. Record your minutes for SRP and earn prizes! (Ages 14 and under)
(757) 664-7330
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Military Event- Dam Neck Family Beach Blast (Virginia Beach)
- where
- Dam Neck Naval Base, Virginia Beach VA
- starts
- Jun 20th, 2013, 3:30pm
- ends
- Jun 20th, 2013, 8:00pm
- details
- Free & open to all
Hayrides, prizes, concessions, carnival games, inflatables, photo booth and more!
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Anime and Manga Club for Teens (Newport News)
- where
- Pearl Bailey Library, 2510 Wickham Ave, Newport News
- starts
- Jun 20th, 2013, 4:00pm
- ends
- Jun 20th, 2013, 5:00pm
- details
- Anime Screenings and Manga Discussions for Teens
http://nnpls.libguides.com/events
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What's In The Nets? at First Landing (Virginia Beach)
- where
- First Landing State Park 2500 Shore Drive Virginia Beach, VA 23451
- starts
- Jun 20th, 2013, 4:00pm
- ends
- Jun 20th, 2013, 5:00pm
- details
- http://www.myactivechild.com/blog/summer-fun-first-landing-state-park/
Be prepared to get wet while we cast our nets to find out what's under the water.
Extra Event Fee: No
Children Allowed: Yes
Telephone: (757) 412-2300
E-mail: firstlanding@dcr.virginia.gov
Web Site: http://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state_parks/fir.shtml
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Bike Nights at Norfolk Botanical Gardens (Norfolk)
- where
- Norfolk Botanical Gardens, 6700 Azalea Garden Rd., Norfolk
- starts
- Jun 20th, 2013, 4:00pm
- ends
- Jun 20th, 2013, 7:00pm
- details
- Bike Night
Date and Time:
Date(s) - Monday, June 3rd, 2013
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Bring your bikes, helmets and family or friends out to Norfolk Botanical Garden and pedal through the petals.
Norfolk Botanical Garden is home to 12 miles of pedestrian pathways. Monday, Wednesday and Thursday nights from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. they are open to bikers! Regular Garden admission applies
Rules for Riding
1.Children under 16 must ride with a parent or adult.
2.Bike riders under 14 must wear helmets. (City Code Section 25-388)
3.If you meet a tram or other vehicle, please stop or slow down and move to the side of the path. Trams cannot back up.
4.Please stay on paved paths.
5.Bike riders are not permitted on the berm path going up to the airport overlook
6.Bike riders are not permitted in the World of Wonders: A Children’s Adventure Garden
7.Bike Nights are for bikes only. No scooters, skates, skateboards or other vehicles.
8.Garden security will patrol the Garden throughout the evening. If you need help, please flag the security truck.
http://norfolkbotanicalgarden.org/events/bike-night-2013-06-03/
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Drop In Street Dance Class ages 6-12 (Virginia Beach)
- where
- Town Center Fitness & Dance 205 Town Center Drive Virginia Beach 23462
- starts
- Jun 20th, 2013, 4:15pm
- ends
- Jun 20th, 2013, 5:00pm
- details
- Dance class every Thursday for children age 6-12 years.
The class is 45 minutes in length and starts at 4:15pm.
The cost per child is $5 per week.
Contact http://www.towncenterdance.com or (757) 603-3626
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Chick-Fil-A Family Night with Bricks4Kidz (Virginia Beach)
- where
- Chick-fil-a 1524 General Booth Blvd, Virginia Beach, VA 23454
- starts
- Jun 20th, 2013, 5:00pm
- ends
- Jun 20th, 2013, 8:00pm
- details
- Chick-fil-a Family Night:
Thursday, June 20th
5:00-8:00pm
1524 General Booth Blvd, Virginia Beach, VA 23454
FREE to participate in activity
Join us at the Chick-fil-a General Booth on June 20th for a fun night of LEGO® bricks!
http://my.bricks4kidz.com/index.php?action=location&location=159
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Etsy Craft Party 2013! (Norfolk)
- where
- Kitsch, 807 Shirley Ave., Norfolk 23517
- starts
- Jun 20th, 2013, 5:00pm
- ends
- Jun 20th, 2013, 9:00pm
- details
- It's that time again! We're so excited to be hosting the Norfolk Etsy Craft Party again this year. It's also the official launch of our brand new studio!!!
This year, we'll be focusing on Crafting for Community! We'll have make & takes (to give, to keep, & to beautify our neighborhood), food available from Hubcap Grill, music, a photo booth, fun, and of course, a whole lot of crafty inspiration. Fun for all ages!
http://www.facebook.com/kitschva/events
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Scales to Tails (Virginia Beach)
- where
- First Landing State Park 2500 Shore Drive Virginia Beach, VA 23451
- starts
- Jun 20th, 2013, 6:00pm
- ends
- Jun 20th, 2013, 7:00pm
- details
- http://www.myactivechild.com/blog/summer-fun-first-landing-state-park/
Don't miss this opportunity to take a closer look at the animals of First Landing.
Extra Event Fee: No
Children Allowed: Yes
Telephone: (757) 412-2300
E-mail: firstlanding@dcr.virginia.gov
Web Site: http://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state_parks/fir.shtml
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Kid's Karaoke Night at Lendy's (Virginia Beach)
- where
- Lendy's 1581 General Booth Blvd Ste 101, Virginia Beach, VA 23454
- starts
- Jun 20th, 2013, 6:00pm
- ends
- Jun 20th, 2013, 8:00pm
- details
- Kid's Karaoke Night at Lendy's from 6-8pm on Thursday nights.
(757) 491-3511
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Family Great Adventure Series (Virginia Beach)
- where
- On the beach at 27th Street (Virginia Beach)
- starts
- Jun 20th, 2013, 6:00pm
- ends
- Jun 20th, 2013, 10:00pm
- details
- Family Great Adventures Series
The wildly-popular Family Great Adventure Series is all about Discovery and Entertainment at the Virginia Beach oceanfront!
On select nights during the season, families can take part in an interactive adventure that leads them to various sites along the boardwalk and Atlantic Avenue to unravel a mystery. During each adventure, participants can dress up as characters, use “brain and brawn” to win the contest at hand, and settle into the sand for a family-friendly movie shown on a giant inflatable screen on the beach! All events are free and open to the public.
2013 Dates:
Thursday, July 11
Thursday, July 25
Thursday, August 1
Thursday, August 22
http://www.beachstreetusa.com/festivals/family-great-adventure-series
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Thursdays By The Lake at Mariners' Museum (Newport News)
- where
- Mariners' Museum 100 Museum Drive, Newport News, VA 23606
- starts
- Jun 20th, 2013, 6:00pm
- ends
- Jun 20th, 2013, 10:00pm
- details
- http://www.marinersmuseum.org/
http://www.facebook.com/events/514611365252996/
Bring a blanket and the children as you enjoy live music on a high-rise stage, activities, and several food and beverage options on the front lawn of The Mariners' Museum from June through August.
Band List:
June 6th- The Deloreans
June 13th- Borderline Crazy
June 20th- Butter
June 27th- Crazy X
July 4th- No concert; Happy Independence Day
July 11th- Audio Affair
July 18th- SpeakEasy
July 25th- Crazy X
August 1st- The Deloreans
August 8th- Slapwater
August 15th- Butter
August 22nd- Borderline Crazy
August 29th- Heather Edwards
For more information, please visit http://www.MarinersMuseum.org/ThursdaysByTheLake or call (757)596-2222.
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Mount Trashmore Summer Carnival (Virginia Beach)
- where
- Mount Trashmore Park 310 Edwin Drive Virginia Beach, VA
- starts
- Jun 20th, 2013, 6:00pm
- ends
- Jun 20th, 2013, 11:00pm
- details
- Friday, May 31 – Wednesday, June 26, 2013 at Mount Trashmore Park
Tuesday, May 14, 2013
Featuring more than 50 thrilling rides, challenging games, traditional state fair foods and enjoyable attractions, the Mount Trashmore Summer Carnival is back for another season of family-styled entertainment.
Starting Friday, May 31 through Wednesday, June 26, 2013, the summer carnival at Mount Trashmore Park (310 Edwin Drive) offers free admission for everyone plus free parking.
Ticket prices for rides are as follows; games and concessions are priced separately.
Single tickets available for $1 each (rides take between 2 and 6 tickets)
Monday, Wednesday & Friday: $18 wristband
Twelve Buck Tuesday: $12 wristband
Dollar Day Thursday: All rides $1 each
Saturday & Sunday: $20 armband
Celebrate the City of Virginia Beach’s 50th Anniversary on Wednesday, June 26 with $10 armbands available to the general public
Carnival hours of operation are 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm during the week, and 2:00 pm – 11:00 pm on the weekends. The closing time indicated is the latest the carnival will operate. The carnival may close earlier at the discretion of Deggeller Attractions based on weather conditions and attendance.
For more information about the Mount Trashmore Summer Carnival, please call 385-1100 or email fun@VBgov.com. Details can also be found at http://www.VBgov.com/carnival
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Major Hillard Library Bunnies and Books (Chesapeake)
- where
- Major Hillard Library 824 N. Old George Washington Hwy. Chesapeake, VA 23323
- starts
- Jun 20th, 2013, 6:30pm
- ends
- Jun 20th, 2013, 7:30pm
- details
- Event Type: CHILDRENS Library Program
Age Group(s): Child
Date: 6/20/2013
Start Time: 6:30 PM
End Time: 7:30 PM
Description: Children are invited to come and read to the best audience in the world: bunnies! These cute, quiet mentors help children gain confidence in their reading abilities.
Library: Major Hillard Library
Location: Childrens Activitiy Room
Presenter: Rhonda
http://host5.evanced.info/chesapeake/evanced/eventsignup.asp?ID=24563&rts=&disptype=inf
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Shagging on the Boardwalk (Yorktown)
- where
- Yorktown Waterfront, Yorktown VA
- starts
- Jun 20th, 2013, 6:30pm
- ends
- Jun 20th, 2013, 9:30pm
- details
- York County is excited to offer the 2013 Shagging on the Riverwalk Beach Music Concert Series, to be held this summer at Riverwalk Landing in Historic Yorktown.
Entertainment will take place on the performance stage at Riverwalk Landing, overlooking the York River.
This seven-week concert series will feature some of the area’s top acts playing beach favorites, oldies, Motown and more. Start your weekend early this summer, and join us for Shagging on the Riverwalk every Thursday night from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., June 6 through June 20, and again from July 11 through August 1. The Colonial Shag Club will again provide shag lessons, demonstrations, club information, and will answer questions related to this popular form of dance.
Don’t forget to bring your dancing shoes, as one of the area’s largest outdoor dance floors will give you the opportunity to practice your shagging:
June 6 Band of Oz
June 13 The Embers
June 20 Atlantic Groove Band
- - - - - 2 Week Break - - - - -
July 11 The Rhondels
July 18 Mark Roberts and Breeze
July 25 The Main Event Band
August 1 The Holiday Band
This series is free and open to the public. Guests are encouraged to bring blankets and/or lawn chairs. Food will be available for purchase. Free parking is available at the Riverwalk Landing parking terrace, York Hall, York-Poquoson Courthouse, County Administration Building, and other designated public parking lots throughout Yorktown. Signage directing motorists to parking lots will be in place.
For more information about Shagging on the Riverwalk or any other events in York County, call the York County Parks and Recreation Office at 890-3500 or visit http://www.visityorktown.org. Event Weather Hotline: 890-3520. This event is sponsored by York County.
http://www.visityorktown.org/
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Shipwrecks & Ghostlore (Virginia Beach)
- where
- The Old Coast Guard Station 24th Street and Atlantic Avenue Virginia Beach, VA
- starts
- Jun 20th, 2013, 7:30pm
- ends
- Jun 20th, 2013, 8:30pm
- details
- (757) 422-1587
http://www.oldcoastguardstation.com/Exhibits-Events.aspx
Tuesdays & Thursdays in June, July & August or by appointment
7:30 PM, Evening walking program
Join a costumed interpreter as they bring to life true accounts and local legends of shipwrecks, ghosts, pirates and witches. Tours last 60-90 minutes. Tickets $10 Adult, $5 Child (ages 6-12). Reservations appreciated. Contact the museum Program Director at 757.422.1587 or send an email.
This program is funded in part by the citizens of Virginia Beach through a grant from the City of Virginia Beach Arts and Humanities Commission.
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Chesapeake Planetarium Public Program (Chesapeake)
- where
- 312 Cedar Road, Chesapeake VA at the Chesapeake Municipal Center
- starts
- Jun 20th, 2013, 8:00pm
- ends
- Jun 20th, 2013, 9:00pm
- details
- Due to limited seating, reservations are necessary and may be made by telephoning Chesapeake Public Schools between 8 AM and 4 PM weekdays at (757) 547-0153.
http://www.cps.k12.va.us/departments/planetarium/programs.htm
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Swingtime Salute, An On-Deck Revue (Norfolk)
- where
- Nauticus, One Waterside Drive, Norfolk VA
- starts
- Jun 20th, 2013, 8:00pm
- ends
- Jun 20th, 2013, 10:00pm
- details
- Swingtime Salute will run from June 5 through July 6 at 8 p.m.Wednesday through Saturday, with four special 2 p.m. indoor matinees in the Nauticus Theater on June 26 & 29 and July 3 & 6.
General admission tickets are $30 on Wednesdays and Thursdays, and $40 on Fridays and Saturdays; children aged 4-12 are $20 every night. Nauticus and VSC season members, retired military and AAA members receive an advance sale discount. Due to the USO’s support, all active duty military get in free. All seating is general admission. A VIP ticket is available for an additional $10 per person and includes preferred seating and a commemorative souvenir.
For tickets, please call the VSC Box Office at (757) 627-1234, Ticketmaster at (800) 982-2787 or visit http://www.vastage.com. Tickets may also be purchased in person either at Virginia Stage Company’s box office on the day or night of the show at 110 Tazewell Street, or at Nauticus on show nights after 5 p.m. at One Waterside Drive.
http://www.nauticus.org
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Moonlight Movie at First Landing (Virginia Beach)
- where
- First Landing State Park-Amphitheater 2500 Shore Drive Virginia Beach, VA 23451
- starts
- Jun 20th, 2013, 8:30pm
- ends
- Jun 20th, 2013, 9:30pm
- details
- http://www.myactivechild.com/blog/summer-fun-first-landing-state-park/
Relax and enjoy the bay breeze at the park's Amphitheater as you learn about the amazing creatures of the world. Movies are free and always kid-friendly.
http://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state_parks/vieweventpublic.cfm
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Friday Night Films at the Hermitage Museum (Norfolk)
- where
- Hermitage Museum & Gardens 7637 North Shore Road Norfolk, VA 23505
- starts
- Jun 20th, 2013, 9:00pm
- ends
- Jun 20th, 2013, 11:00pm
- details
- http://thehermitagemuseum.org/
Our outdoor film series, Friday Night Films, begins June 20th with a presentation of the classic film Old Ironsides (1926, silent). The first event of the series will actually be held on a Thursday night in conjunction with the celebration of the 200th anniversary of the battle of Craney Island. During the event, period re-enactors (civilian and military) will mingle with guests and may engage them in period conversation!
Guests are encouraged to bring a blanket and/or lawn chairs. Cash bar and light refreshments will be available. No outside alcohol is permitted.
Admission is $5 (FREE for Hermitage members) Gates open at 730pm and movie starts at 9pm
2013 Summer Friday Night Films Schedule:
June 20: Old Ironsides
July 12: Seven Brides for Seven Brothers
July 26: Casablanca
August 9: Meet Me in St. Louis
August 23: Roman Holiday
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As always we recommend contacting the venue to make sure events/activities are happening as scheduled. There are fees associated with some events and not all activities are suitable for all ages. Enjoy!
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