June Events
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Guarding Against Neighborhood Gangs Symposium
6 p.m. at Willett Hall: An interactive symposium for parents, students, and concerned citizens of Portsmouth. For more information please call the Community Services Unit at 393-8063.
Sponsored by NEAT - Neighborhood Enhancement Action Team
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.
5First Friday in Olde Towne · 5 - 8 p.m.
12 Historic Squares of High Street
First Friday is a stage for local merchants & restaurants in Portsmouth's Historic Olde Towne and one of the city's most popular evening escapes. Held the first Friday of each month, Olde Towne Portsmouth's thriving arts & antiques community opens it's doors along the 12 historic squares of High Street located between Effingham Street and the riverfront where crowds of casual browsers as well as serious buyers come to each festive event to visit our fine art galleries, quality antique shops and unique specialty stores, some host receptions and art exhibition openings.
First Friday is held each month, rain or shine, year round. There is no admission fee for First Friday - participating galleries are open to the public.
Sponsored by the Olde Towne Business Association | 757-405-3500
6First 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 | 757-405-3500
6Olde Towne Portsmouth Farmer's Market
9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Open on the first Saturday of the month through November 7. Located in the first block of Middle Street, between High and Queen Streets, adjacent to the Virginia Sports Hall of Fame and Museum. Items for sale will include fresh seasonal produce, flowers, plants, canned goods, jams, breads, honey and more.
To become a vendor (there are no fees or costs to participate) please contact Andrea Graham at 757-537-9482 or 757-397-2616 or via email at agrahamm11@cox.net.
7First Sunday Breakfast, Brunch, or Lunch
Participating Restaurants: A Taste of Culture, Brutti's, The Coffee Shoppe, The Deck, Flagship, Foggy Point Bar & Grill, Gosport Tavern, Logan Raye's Key West Grille, Longboards, Olde Towne Bakery & Cafe, Paddy O'Brian's, Starbucks, Starboards, Stove
Relay for Life of Elizabeth River
Portsmouth area walkers go around the clock in the battle against cancer during the American Cancer Society Relay for Life. This celebration of life brings together numerous groups and individuals concerned about cancer in a unified effort to fight back. Teams of enthusiastic citizens will gather at Portsmouth City Park for an overnight relay that celebrates anyone who has battled cancer, remembers loved ones lost and empowers all to fight back against the disease. Relay For Life is a unique fundraising event that allows participants from all walks of life — including patients, medical support staff, corporations, civic organizations, faith-based groups and community volunteers — to join together to fight cancer. Relay for Life reminds us that progress has been made in the fight against cancer and that everyone who participates is making a difference.
To find out more information on this year’s Relay visit the Relay for Life event website.
Portsmouth Museums Foundation “Preview Party”
The Portsmouth Museums Foundation invites you to a "Preview Party" on June 6, 2009 at the Children's Museum of Virginia. Due to renovations and expansion of the museum in September, this very special event will be in lieu of the 2009 gala and promises to be a continuation of the "very best party in Portsmouth"!
Sunset Kayak Tour
6 - 8 p.m. Kayak the creek with naturalist Mark Gordon. Use a HCWF kayak or bring your own! The tour is $20/person for the general public and $10/person for members. Space is limited, so pre-registration is required. Call 757-686-8684.
Celtic Woman: Isle of Hope Tour 2009
Fans have the opportunity to experience Celtic Woman's most magical production yet, featuring brand-new renditions of "Fields of Gold" and "Have I Told You Lately That I Love You," as well as an original anthem by Brendan Graham. Musical Director David Downes has composed stunning new music for the 19-member ensemble featuring the wonderful voices of Celtic Woman and the energetic musical inventiveness of Celtic violinist, Mairead.
Showtime: 8:00 PM at the nTelos Wireless Pavilion
Janes Addiction
Presented by nTelos Wireless Pavilion
Jane's Addiction aggressively melds avant-garde, funk, metal, and punk with raw energy. Formed in the late eighties, the band stood out as an incomparable force. In an LA club scene convulsing with bands, Jane's became one of the most talked-about and soon entered the mainstream with voracious force, cutting through the pop froth and hair metal popular at the time and influencing countless artists to come. More details >
Showtime: 8:00 PM at the nTelos Wireless Pavilion
Tickets to all nTelos Wireless Pavilion events are available at all Ticketmaster locations. To charge by phone, call Ticketmaster toll free at 800-745-3000.
Box Office hours at the nTelos Wireless Pavilion are Monday-Friday, 10am until 6pm. On concert days, the box office will be open 10am through showtime.
Banquet and Program honoring
the Honorable Johnny E. Morrison
The theme will be “ To Sir With Love” and will highlight his noteworthy achievements as a judge, community leader, husband and father. Particular emphasis will focus on his love for the great City of Portsmouth and his community, which prompted him to form the Portsmouth Drug Court. This program has helped many people regain control of their lives and become productive parents and citizens. The keynote speaker will be Bishop Stefan Adams, Pastor of New Mt. Zion, Franklin VA.
6:00 p.m. Edmonds Center of St. Marks Missionary Baptist Church
2714 Frederick Blvd. Portsmouth
Cost of the event is $35.00.
Tickets can be purchased by contacting:
Mrs. Clementine Elliott, Chairman (757)673-5171
Mrs. Margaret Jackson, Co-chairman (757)967-9535
Mrs. Anne Vansickle, Advisor (757)465-5036
RSVP by June 4, 2009 via mail to:
Margaret Jackson 2232 Shipyard Rd Chesapeake, VA 23323
Sponsored by The African American Historical Society, Inc.
22nd Annual Cock Island Race
Known as the largest sailing event on the East Coast. Featuring food, beverages, and live entertainment each night. On Friday, enjoy the music of "Island Boy" from 8:00pm – 11:00pm.
On Saturday, watch the sailboats glide across the Hampton Roads Harbor starting at 9:00am. Then, groove to the sounds of “The Eddie Swindell Party Band” from 8:00pm – 11:00pm.
North Landing, 6 Crawford Parkway
Portsmouth Parks, Recreation and Leisure Services - 393-8481
STAR 94.1 Presents Picnic at the Pavilion
Don’t miss a full day of your favorite gospel music. Featuring Israel Houghton, Hezekiah Walker, Maurette Brown-Clark, Luther Barnes, Paul Porter, Kathy Taylor & Favor, The Williams Brothers, Alvin Darling, James Fortune & FIYA, GI (God's Image), Brian Courtney Wilson, The Brown Boyz, The Virginia Aires, Anointed Voices of Hope, Ted Wynn and Kevin Lavar. More details>
Showtime: 8:00 PM at the nTelos Wireless Pavilion
Tickets to all nTelos Wireless Pavilion events are available at all Ticketmaster locations. To charge by phone, call Ticketmaster toll free at 800-745-3000.
Box Office hours at the nTelos Wireless Pavilion are Monday-Friday, 10am until 6pm. On concert days, the box office will be open 10am through showtime.
Olde Towne Lantern Tour
8:30 p.m. See Olde Towne Portsmouth in a new light. Join a guide dressed in period attire leading the way through one of the city’s most historic neighborhoods. Tours depart from the Governor Dinwiddie Hotel at 506 Dinwiddie St.
The cost is $5.00 per person. (pay the guide).
Presented by the Governor Dinwiddie Hotel & Suites
Portsmouth Humane Society
Second Annual Casino Night Benefit
Run by a professional casino company—blackjack, poker, Texas Hold 'Em, slots, craps, & roulette. Trade your chips for raffle tickets as you play or at the end. Heavy hors d’oeuvres included in ticket price; catering by Roger Brown's Restaurant & Sports Bar. Cash bar, silent auction, live auction, & raffle prizes. Sports Hall of Fame exhibits will also be open; try simulated auto racing, basketball, baseball, soccer, & football.
Time: 7-11 p.m.
Location: Virginia Sports Hall of Fame
Tickets: $35 each/$65 per couple
Visit the Portsmouth Humane Society website for more details
Diana Krall w/ Federico Aubele
Presented by nTelos Wireless Pavilion
Krall – at the age of 43 – has experience in her favor. Born in Nanaimo, Canada, to a musical family – her father is a stride–style pianist and serious record collector –– she grew up absorbing music that guided her future growth. More details>
Showtime: 8:00 PM at the nTelos Wireless Pavilion
Tickets to all nTelos Wireless Pavilion events are available at all Ticketmaster locations. To charge by phone, call Ticketmaster toll free at 800-745-3000.
Box Office hours at the nTelos Wireless Pavilion are Monday-Friday, 10am until 6pm. On concert days, the box office will be open 10am through showtime.
Olde Towne Pub Crawl - “Back to the Eighties”
6 to 10 PM - With your ticket purchase, you can visit twelve pubs & restaurants along High Street, enjoying great discounts on drinks and food, koozie, t-shirt, and a hotel discount or a free ride home. Dust off your best ‘80’s outfit and visit the Olde Towne Pub Crawl website to learn more and buy your ticket!
Sponsored by the Olde Towne Business Association and PortsEvents
Creek Critter Days
11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Bring your kids and join CNU Professor Jessica Thompson as she explores the banks of Hoffler Creek. Ever wondered what fish scales look like up close or what creepy crawlies are hiding just out of sight? This is your chance to find out! Also, don't miss the children's book display covering everything from habitats to conservation, courtesy of Waldenbooks. 20% of all sales from these days will go to support Hoffler Creek Wildlife Foundation. Admission to this event is FREE.
Visit the Hoffler Creek website | 757-686-8684
