April Events
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FirstEvents - Olde Towne Portsmouth
Held the first friday through sunday of each month, Olde Towne Portsmouth's business community opens it's doors along High Street between Effingham Street and the riverfront. Events and activities include Arts to Antiques Flea Market, free museum admission, exhibit openings and art afternoons, and a lot more
2First Friday
The Olde Towne Portsmouth business community opens it's doors along the 12 historic squares. Held rain or shine. Free admission. Most shops & galleries are open from 5 to 8 pm. Sponsored by the Olde Towne Business Association | 757-397-7173
2The Courthouse Galleries Inside and Out
Enjoy free admission to the Courthouse Galleries’ exhibits and programming which includes music, train experts, beverages and refreshments.
• Skye Zentz, an acoustically soulful multi-instrumentalist from Norfolk, will perform. Skye has been a creator of songs since she was 3 years old and played guitar since the age of 16. By 21, she had picked up the ukulele and finished writing all the songs that would make it on her first album, Legitimate Bohemia. Skye received nominations for "Acoustic/Folk Artist of the year" and "Album of the year" at the 2008 Portfolio Music Awards. Her songs are honest, thoughtful and easy to relate to.
• Jim Keiper and Dick Hamilton of the Tidewater Division of the National Model Railroad Association (NMRA), will provide a basic introduction to Tidewater railroad history and the transformation from steam to diesel along with discussing modular layout building and prototypes. Examples of historically accurate models will be on display during their presentation and discussion. A free 6-month membership will be available for anyone who wishes to join the NMRA. Both Keiper and Hamilton have been train enthusiasts since childhood.
Exhibits on view include 2010 OUTDOOR SCULPTURE, TRAINS & TRANSPORTATION, and ILLUMINATIONS: Tidewater Artists Explore the New, which features local artists within the Tidewater Art Alliance (TAA). • Be sure to cast your ballot to select your favorite sculpture to win the People’s Choice Award.
Presented by the Courthouse Galleries, Corner of High and Court St., Portsmouth | 757-393-8543 | www.courthousegalleries.com
3Portsmouth, Then & Now - Naval Shipyard Museum Exhibit
10 a.m. - 5 p.m. - Discover what life was like in Portsmouth in the past and how it changed over time. Learn about the buildings on High Street, the changing technology of the Shipyard, and discover hands-on activities with real artifacts from Portsmouth’s Past. Read about a young girl who lived in Portsmouth in the nineteenth century and learn how her life differed from children today.
Presented by Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Museum
2 High St. | 757-393-8591 | www.portsnavalmuseums.com
3Farmer's Market - Going Green in Olde Towne
9 a.m. - 1:30 p.m., Courthouse Galleries Parking Lot - The Olde Towne Farmer’s Market has items for sale including fresh seasonal produce, flowers, plants, canned goods, baked goods, jams, breads, honey, and more!
Check out the Portsmouth Farmer's Market Blog for the latest news
3First Saturday
The Olde Towne Antiques to Flea Market
Conveniently located in the Middle Street Garage at the corner of Middle & London streets and is held year round, rain or shine on the first Saturday of each month. Gates open at 10 a.m. and close at 2 p.m. Always Free Admission & Free Parking!
Sponsored by the Olde Towne Business Association | 757-397-7173
4First Sunday Breakfast, Brunch, or Lunch
Participating Restaurants offer delightful dining options. Visit the official Portsmouth, Virginia tourism website for a list of restaurants in Olde Towne and Downtown Portsmouth.
Spring Break Boredom Busters
at the Portsmouth Museums
Bust free from Spring Break boredom! Explore the world - from the oceans to the skies! Have fun in a forest! Dig in the earth, and discover what wiggly things lurk there! Why sit at home when adventure is waiting at the Portsmouth museum?
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday - Friday
Andalo’s Clubhouse · Courthouse Galleries · Naval Shipyard Museum · Lightship PORTSMOUTH Museum
Admission to all four museums: $6.00 per person
Portsmouth Invitational Tournament - P.I.T.
The P.I.T invites the best college basketball players (seniors) from across the nation to participate in a four-day, twelve game tournament in front of representatives from every NBA team.
The P.I.T. has always claimed to be "more than a basketball tournament". Each year the P.I.T. contributes back to the community by awarding scholarships to student athletes from Chesapeake, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Suffolk and Virginia Beach.
Click here for the P.I.T. website and ticket information.
Portsmouth State of City 2010
11:30 AM to 2:00 PM
Renaissance Portsmouth Waterfront Hotel & Conference Center
Contact Lisa Johnson
E-Mail: ljohnson@hrccva.com
Phone: (757) 664-2561
Register online at the Hampton Roads Chamber of Commerce website
Spring Greens Tasting Tour
10 a.m. - Noon Join naturalist Vickie Shufer on a walk through the Preserve and collect ingredients for a fresh salad. Admission is $10, $5 for members. Space is limited. RSVP suggested. Call 757-686-8684.
Volunteer Work Day
10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Bring your work gloves and lopping shears to help us maintain the preserve's trails and facilities. Call 757-686-8684.
Early Bird Walks
8 - 10 a.m. The spring migrants are headed our way! Join Clark White and check out migratory songbirds like warblers and vireos. To catch all the action in April and May, Clark has added a special Thursday tour for birders who are unable to make weekend events. Admission to the bird walk is free.
2nd Annual Cause for Paws Dog Walk and Fair
Join us for a 1-mile family and dog friendly walk through historic, Olde Towne, Portsmouth! Fun, Food, Beverages and Children’s activities await!
When: Saturday, Noon - 4 p.m.
Where: Olde Towne Portsmouth
For more information, email Shelly Compton
To register visit the Portsmouth Humane Society website
9th Annual Power in the Park
"The Hottest Show on H2O" - Portsmouth offers one of the fastest race courses in the U.S. Several world records have been set on this well protected race site situated in a park setting. Come by boat or car and enjoy a day at the races.
Time: Noon - 5:00 PM
Location: Portsmouth City Park
Admission and parking are FREE to the public
Check out the Power in the Park website for more details
Portsmouth Restaurant Week
Most of the participating restaurants will provide price fix lunch menus and dinner menus. Portsmouth Restaurant Weeks’ beneficiary is EdMarc Hospice for Children, which serves families all over Hampton Roads. For more information, visit the Restaurant Week website or call Portsmouth Visitor Information Center at (757) 393-5111.
WHERE: Olde Towne Portsmouth, Port Norfolk and Shea Terrace sections of Portsmouth
STARBASE Victory's 6th Annual Golf Tournament
Elizabeth Manor Golf and Country Club - The day begins with a rocket launch by STARBASE Victory students. While you have fun, you will be supporting the innovative and exciting science and mathematics program for 3,600 Portsmouth School students.
STARBASE Victory Inc. (a nonprofit) is a partnership with Portsmouth
Public Schools. All fourth, fifth, and sixth grade students attend this STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) Initiative.
Contact: Bobbie Gribble at 757-383-3202 or DevDir@STARBASEVictory.org
Chesapeake Bay Police Motorcycle Training
and Competition
6th Annual event where Police Motorcycle Officers from Mid-Atlantic States compete in precision riding events. Fun for the entire family.
Training: Thursday - Friday, April 22 & 23 (Training all day)
Competition: Saturday, April 24 (Competition) 8:30 a.m.
Location: WalMart Parking Lot, 1094 Frederick Blvd.
Contact: Officer Gregg Fisher (757) 393-8013 ext. 16
Website: Chesapeake Bay Police Motorcycle Rodeo
All proceeds go to March of Dimes, We Ride to Save Babies.
17th Annual Celebrity Golf Tournament
Virginia Sports Hall of Fame Weekend 2010
Join Hall of Fame inductees, local celebrities and golf professionals for a round of “Captain’s Choice” golf at beautiful Bide-A-Wee Golf Course in Portsmouth.
Virginia Sports Hall of Fame and Museum website
206 High Street, Portsmouth | 757-393-8031
Elizabeth River Garden Club Home and Garden Tour
10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Call 757-238-3113 for tickets
Gardens & Galleries Galore Tour
11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Call 757-393-5111 for tickets
"Yo!" Youth Summit
Engaging Youth on two important issues in our community: High School Drop-Out and Preparing for the Next Level (Post-High School) The summit will include a youth speaker, entertainment, DJ, door prizes, exhibitors and food.
When: Noon–5 p.m.
Where: I.C. Norcom High School
Admission: FREE and open to the Public
Registration Deadline: Friday, April 16 - Dowload Registration Form
For more information, call Behavioral Healthcare Services at (757) 393-8618 • Ext. 341
39th Annual Induction Banquet
Virginia Sports Hall of Fame Weekend 2010
Join us in welcoming the Class of 2010 at the Induction Banquet to be held at the Renaissance Portsmouth Banquet & Waterfront Conference Center. Contact the Virginia Sports Hall of Fame for reservations and more information.
Virginia Sports Hall of Fame and Museum website
206 High Street, Portsmouth | 757-393-8031
Venice Baroque Orchestra
7:30 PM - Trinity Episcopal Church - Tickets: $35
This youthful ensemble breathes new life into baroque masterworks, performing on period instruments and thrilling critics and audiences. After their performance at the famed BBC Proms in London, the Guardian declared: “Listening to this performance was like hearing The Four Seasons for the first time.” The Times critic wrote: “joy and a sense of discovery are everywhere.”
Presented by the Virginia Arts Festival
Virginia International Tattoo Parade of Bands
The Tattoo thrills with music, majesty, and might.
High Street · 6 p.m.
Presented by the Virginia Arts Festival
Portsmouth Schools Foundation Auction
Bide-A-Wee Golf Course at 6:00 p.m. Featuring the Lefcoe Leadership Alumni SAIL Award Presentation.
For more information contact Maureen Mizelle, Executive Director Portsmouth Schools Foundation at 757-393-5356
Portsmouth Service League presents the
2010 Portsmouth’s First Citizen Award
6:00 PM - Renaissance Portsmouth - Tickets: $75
Donald W. Comer, Jr. to receive 2010 Portsmouth’s First Citizen Award Portsmouth
Don Comer, a dedicated and generous Portsmouth business owner, has been chosen as this year’s First Citizen of Portsmouth. Portsmouth’s First Citizens are individuals who embody the spirit of citizenship through their service to the community for the sole purpose of and in the spirit of giving without financial compensation, and outside of the scope of their employment.
Presented by the Portsmouth Service League
