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2010 Outdoor Sculpture Exhibit

Community Events Cast your ballot on your favorite sculpture featred in this historic garden setting and help determine the People's Choice Award for the fifth annual Outdoor Sculpture exhibit. Wednesday, March 17, 2010 – Friday, November 19, 2010. Courthouse Galleries Courtyard 400 High Street (corner of Court and High Street) Portsmouth, VA 23704.

Avon Walk for Breast Cancer Fundraiser

Community Events Donate your gently used formals in the name of Avon Walk for Breast Cancer. For every formal donated and sold under our name helps us raise money for our team, USS Cure. Check us out at www.avonwalk.org, team name USS Cure. Wednesday, March 17, 2010 – Saturday, April 24, 2010. Classy Way Consignment 109 Volvo Parkway, Ste. #7 Chesapeake, VA.

Avon Walk for Breast Cancer Fundraiser/Two Brothers Dog Wash

Community Events Cutest Pet Contest - Donate money to the dog of your choice. All money collected goes to help our team, USS Cure, to raise money for the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer. Check us out on the above web site. Wednesday, March 17, 2010 – Friday, April 9, 2010. Two Brothers Dog Wash 426 Newtown Road Virginia Beach, VA.

Hampton University's 32nd Annual Conference on the Black Family

Community Events Hampton University will host the 32nd Annual Conference on the Black Family on March 17-19. The theme for this year’s conference is “The Holistic Black Family: Mind, Body and Spirit” and will feature discussions on African American families in the areas of education, health and physical fitness and spirituality. The College of Education and Continuing Studies will sponsor the event. The registration fee for the conference is $55 for adults, $25 for mature adults age 55 and older, $10 for non-HU students, and free for HU students, faculty and staff. To register online for this event please visit http://www.hamptonu.edu/events/bfc/registration.cfm. For more information or to register by phone, please call (757) 637-2036 or (757) 727-5584. Wednesday, March 17, 2010 – Friday, March 19, 2010. Hampton University Hampton, VA 23668. For more info visit www.hamptonu.edu.

Beguiled by the Wild

Community Events The first exhibit in Virginia of works by master illustrator and artist Charley Harper (1922 - 2007) is at the VLM through April 25. The exhibit is centered around the personal collection of museum Executive Director Page Hayhurst and her family. It also includes student artwork and interactive art activities in Harper's style (tangrams, large puzzles, alphabet art table and rubbing stations). Harper was best known for his highly stylized wildlife depictions in "minimal realism," capturing the essence of his subjects with the fewest possible visual elements. Included in museum admission, $15 adults, $12 children 3-12. Museum hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays, NOON-5 p.m. Sundays. 757-595-1900. Wednesday, March 17, 2010, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Virginia Living Museum, 524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd. Newport News 23601.

Verizon Wireless Wednesday Workshops for Seniors

Community Events No advance registration required. Free. Contact: Sherri Cunningham 202-364-5856. Wednesday, March 17, 2010, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Norfolk Fitness and Wellness Center, 7300 Newport Avenue, Norfolk, VA 23505-3356 (757) 625-5857.

Women of a New Tribe Exhibit

Community Events WOMEN OF A NEW TRIBE EXHIBIT Anderson Johnson Gallery at the Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center February 2 – March 31, Tuesday-Saturday, 11:00am-4:00pm The Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center is proud to open 2010 with the esteemed Jerry Taliaferro’s talent of his exhibit Women of a New Tribe. Women of a New Tribe is a stunning national exhibition celebrating the physical and inner beauty of African American women presented in the 1930s to 1940s glamour, fine art black and white photography styles through the award winning lenses of Jerry Taliaferro. In an effort to honor Peninsula African American women, 24 local women were picked to be an addition to his normal exhibit. These women are celebrated with making a difference in our community and their lifetime. Audience: All, $5 for Adults / $3 for Children, 12 and under, (Tickets are available for purchase at the gallery on the day of admittance) 2410 Wickham Avenue, For more information, contact Lauren Cecora at 757-247-8950, www.downing-gross.org. Price - Low: 3. Price - High: 5. Contact: Lauren Cecora. Wednesday, March 17, 2010, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Anderson Johnson Gallery at the Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center 2410 Wickham Avenue, Newport News, VA 23607.

In Need Of A Boost

Community Events In life, we all need a boost here and there to keep us going. What we are offering at Cheryl Restaurant is a boost for the people that are in a great financial difficulty. We would like to help ten families with Free Meals at our restaurant once a day every day until they get a job. There is nothing we want in return but to make sure the hunger is filled. We hope to at least remove one worry out of the many challenges they have to face. It will happen as long as God chooses to allow us to help. You can contact Hung or Melanie Ngo at 757-479-3870 or email at Hung@CherylRestaurant.com for more information. Sincerely, Hung Ngo 2-24-2010. Price - Low: 0. Price - High: 0. Ticket Web Link: www.CherylRestaurant.com. Contact: Hung Ngo. Wednesday, March 17, 2010, 3:00 PM. 1920 Centerville Turnpike Suite 122 Virginia Beach, VA 23464.

Salon Amore Extreme Beauty Makeover Event and Open House

Community Events Newly opened Salon Amore in Suffolk, is looking for Extreme Beauty Make-over and Big Reveal contestants to receive cut, color, style, facial waxing and make-up application free of charge at the Salon Open House on April 3rd. Each contestant will showcase their look at the Big Reveal open to the public from 5:00-8:00 the same day. Interested candidates please submit a photo and contact information to salonamoreva@hotmail.com asap for consideration. Participants will be notified as soon as they are chosen. Local company representatives such as Biologica will be on hand at the event for consultations. Please contact cbh.74@hotmail.com for interest in media participation. Wednesday, March 17, 2010, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Salon Amore 6546 Townpoint Rd Suffolk, VA 23435.

Network Your Way to Success

Community Events FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE PRESS CONTACT: Maggie Ruch February, 12 2009 Telephone: 757.273.8025 E-mail: Maggie@nawboseva.org National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) Southeastern Virginia Chapter March Monthly Meeting: “Negotiate Your Way to Success!” When: Wednesday March 17th, 2010; 5:30pm - 8:00pm Location: Town Point Club Program: The concept of negotiation goes far beyond the clichéd idea of the ideal win/win scenario. Doña Storey will discuss the essential balance between knowing what you need versus knowing what you want when beginning negotiations. In this presentation, Doña will discuss what the results of a successful negotiation are really all about while offering some key tips to help participants in future negotiation settings. As always bring your business cards as there will be plenty of time to network. Reservation Policy: Pre-registration is required. Register online at www.nawboseva.org. For questions you can contact Maggie Ruch at 757.273.8025 or email… Price - Low: $25. Price - High: $50. Ticket Phone: 7572738025. Ticket Web Link: http://www.nawboseva.org. Contact: Maggie. Wednesday, March 17, 2010, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM. Town Point Club 101 W Main St Ste 300 Norfolk, VA 23510.

Network Your Way to Success

Family Support Group

Community Events A FREE Weekly Support Group for Family Members and loved ones of persons diagnosed with mental illness. (Not intended for people who have been diagnosed themselves.) Sponsored by NAMI Hampton/Newport News, local affiliate of the National Alliance on Mental Illness. Price - Low: 0. Contact: Barbara Harling 249-2422. Wednesday, March 17, 2010, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM. 500 Medical Drive Hampton, VA 23666.

'Empowerment Wednesday' at BRC

Community Events Empowerment Wednesday is a family friendly event. There are tutors from William & Mary available to help children with their school work from 7:00 until 8:00pm and Childrens bible study from 8:00pm. Adult will be in the sanctuary from 7:00-8:45pm for Empowerment Wednesday Service. Contact: 757-220-5480. Wednesday, March 17, 2010, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Bethel Restoration Center 6205 Richmond Road Williamsburg, VA 23188.

Wizard Of Oz

Summary: Chrysler Hall. Wednesday, March 17, 2010, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Chrysler Hall. For more info visit www.sevenvenues.com.

Wizard Of Oz

Summary: Chrysler Hall. Wednesday, March 17, 2010, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Chrysler Hall. For more info visit www.sevenvenues.com.

2010 Outdoor Sculpture Exhibit

Community Events Cast your ballot on your favorite sculpture featred in this historic garden setting and help determine the People's Choice Award for the fifth annual Outdoor Sculpture exhibit. Thursday, March 18, 2010 – Saturday, November 20, 2010. Courthouse Galleries Courtyard 400 High Street (corner of Court and High Street) Portsmouth, VA 23704.

K.I.N.G.D.O.M. Int'l Ministries Destiny Conference 2010

Community Events "Celebrating The Vision" Host Pastor: Apostle Letricia A. King Exclusive Fashion Show Sponsored by Bishop Ronnie L. Brown & WomenSuits.com Guest Speakers: Bishop Ronnie L. Brown, Redeeming Covenant Fellowship, Buffalo NY Pastor Wanda Francisco, Mount Zion Holy Church, New Bern NC Evangelist Gloria Hicks, Bethlehem Baptist Church, Alexandria VA Motivational Workshops Anointed Psalmist Powerful Praise Dancers Vendors Door Prizes Give-Aways Early Registration ($35) has been extended to March 5, 2010! Registration will begin @ 6-7 p.m. on March 18-19, 2010 and @ 9-10 a.m. on March 20, 2010. Services will commence immediately after registration on above dates. Sunday service will be held at 10:00 a.m. Tonya Crutcher 757-325-5266. Thursday, March 18, 2010 – Sunday, March 21, 2010. Crowne Plaza Hotel 6945 Pocahontas Trail Williamsburg, VA 23185 (757) 220-2250. For more info visit www.kingdom-ministry.org.

FIRST Virginia Regional

Community Events Free and open to the public. High school students compete with robots. Thursday, March 18, 2010 – Saturday, March 20, 2010. VCU Siegel Center - Richmond VA.

Beguiled by the Wild

Community Events The first exhibit in Virginia of works by master illustrator and artist Charley Harper (1922 - 2007) is at the VLM through April 25. The exhibit is centered around the personal collection of museum Executive Director Page Hayhurst and her family. It also includes student artwork and interactive art activities in Harper's style (tangrams, large puzzles, alphabet art table and rubbing stations). Harper was best known for his highly stylized wildlife depictions in "minimal realism," capturing the essence of his subjects with the fewest possible visual elements. Included in museum admission, $15 adults, $12 children 3-12. Museum hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays, NOON-5 p.m. Sundays. 757-595-1900. Thursday, March 18, 2010, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Virginia Living Museum, 524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd. Newport News 23601.

Women of a New Tribe Exhibit

Community Events WOMEN OF A NEW TRIBE EXHIBIT Anderson Johnson Gallery at the Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center February 2 – March 31, Tuesday-Saturday, 11:00am-4:00pm The Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center is proud to open 2010 with the esteemed Jerry Taliaferro’s talent of his exhibit Women of a New Tribe. Women of a New Tribe is a stunning national exhibition celebrating the physical and inner beauty of African American women presented in the 1930s to 1940s glamour, fine art black and white photography styles through the award winning lenses of Jerry Taliaferro. In an effort to honor Peninsula African American women, 24 local women were picked to be an addition to his normal exhibit. These women are celebrated with making a difference in our community and their lifetime. Audience: All, $5 for Adults / $3 for Children, 12 and under, (Tickets are available for purchase at the gallery on the day of admittance) 2410 Wickham Avenue, For more information, contact Lauren Cecora at 757-247-8950, www.downing-gross.org. Price - Low: 3. Price - High: 5. Contact: Lauren Cecora. Thursday, March 18, 2010, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Anderson Johnson Gallery at the Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center 2410 Wickham Avenue, Newport News, VA 23607.

In Need Of A Boost

Community Events In life, we all need a boost here and there to keep us going. What we are offering at Cheryl Restaurant is a boost for the people that are in a great financial difficulty. We would like to help ten families with Free Meals at our restaurant once a day every day until they get a job. There is nothing we want in return but to make sure the hunger is filled. We hope to at least remove one worry out of the many challenges they have to face. It will happen as long as God chooses to allow us to help. You can contact Hung or Melanie Ngo at 757-479-3870 or email at Hung@CherylRestaurant.com for more information. Sincerely, Hung Ngo 2-24-2010. Price - Low: 0. Price - High: 0. Ticket Web Link: www.CherylRestaurant.com. Contact: Hung Ngo. Thursday, March 18, 2010, 3:00 PM. 1920 Centerville Turnpike Suite 122 Virginia Beach, VA 23464.

Salon Amore Extreme Beauty Makeover Event and Open House

Community Events Newly opened Salon Amore in Suffolk, is looking for Extreme Beauty Make-over and Big Reveal contestants to receive cut, color, style, facial waxing and make-up application free of charge at the Salon Open House on April 3rd. Each contestant will showcase their look at the Big Reveal open to the public from 5:00-8:00 the same day. Interested candidates please submit a photo and contact information to salonamoreva@hotmail.com asap for consideration. Participants will be notified as soon as they are chosen. Local company representatives such as Biologica will be on hand at the event for consultations. Please contact cbh.74@hotmail.com for interest in media participation. Thursday, March 18, 2010, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Salon Amore 6546 Townpoint Rd Suffolk, VA 23435.

FREE Core Strengthening Class

Community Events FREE and Open to the public. Bring a friend. Let YOUR fitness begin in 2010! Price - Low: $0. Price - High: $0. Age Range: Adults. Gender: Coed. Ticket Web Link: www.gymdowntown.com. Contact: Lacey Lee. Thursday, March 18, 2010, 5:30 PM – 6:00 PM. The Gym Downtown - 259 Granby Street in Downtown Norfolk. Enter the Subway lobby and take the elevator to the 2nd floor.

Short Sale Awareness Seminar

Community Events LEARN THE FACTS FROM THE EXPERTS! * What is a Short Sale? * True Benefits of a Short Sale * Lenders Perspective of a Short Sale * New Government Guidelines * What are the Tax Liabilities if any? * How will it affect my Credit? * FSBO or Agent Presented by: The Charles Group, LLC info@thecharles grp.com. Contact: Teresa Stanley. Thursday, March 18, 2010, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM. Hampton Public Library 4207 Victory Blvd. Hampton, VA 23669.

Swing Dance Lessons & DJ Dance

Community Events Join the fun and come on out every Thursday for SWING DANCE NITE at the historic Attucks Theatre in Norfolk from 7:00p-11:00p with two lessons to choose from for twice the fun! No Partner - No Rhythm - No Problem! 7p-8:30p. Intro To Swing Crash Course. 7p-8:30p. Intermediate Swing. 8:30p-11:00p DJ Dance Party. Price - Low: $5. Price - High: $10. Age Range: All Ages. Ticket Phone: (757) 567-4036. Ticket Web Link: http://www.swingvirginia.com/events/AttucksSwings.html. Contact: Jeff Miller. Thursday, March 18, 2010, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM. Attucks Theatre, 1010 Church Street, Norfolk, VA.

Wizard Of Oz

Summary: Chrysler Hall. Thursday, March 18, 2010, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Chrysler Hall. For more info visit www.sevenvenues.com.

2010 Outdoor Sculpture Exhibit

Community Events Cast your ballot on your favorite sculpture featred in this historic garden setting and help determine the People's Choice Award for the fifth annual Outdoor Sculpture exhibit. Friday, March 19, 2010 – Sunday, November 21, 2010. Courthouse Galleries Courtyard 400 High Street (corner of Court and High Street) Portsmouth, VA 23704.

Avon Walk for Breast Cancer Fundraiser/Two Brothers Dog Wash

Community Events Cutest Pet Contest - Donate money to the dog of your choice. All money collected goes to help our team, USS Cure, to raise money for the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer. Check us out on the above web site. Friday, March 19, 2010 – Sunday, April 11, 2010. Two Brothers Dog Wash 426 Newtown Road Virginia Beach, VA.

Beguiled by the Wild

Community Events The first exhibit in Virginia of works by master illustrator and artist Charley Harper (1922 - 2007) is at the VLM through April 25. The exhibit is centered around the personal collection of museum Executive Director Page Hayhurst and her family. It also includes student artwork and interactive art activities in Harper's style (tangrams, large puzzles, alphabet art table and rubbing stations). Harper was best known for his highly stylized wildlife depictions in "minimal realism," capturing the essence of his subjects with the fewest possible visual elements. Included in museum admission, $15 adults, $12 children 3-12. Museum hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays, NOON-5 p.m. Sundays. 757-595-1900. Friday, March 19, 2010, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Virginia Living Museum, 524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd. Newport News 23601.

Hospice Volunteers Urgently Needed

Community Events Heartland Hospice is looking for caring, compassionate individuals to join our volunteer support team, working with individuals and families facing a life threatening illness. Full training is provided. Join us for our next information day. RSVP's are essential. Contact: Volunteer Coordinator. Friday, March 19, 2010, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM. 5029 Corporate Woods Drive Suite 200.

Women of a New Tribe Exhibit

Community Events WOMEN OF A NEW TRIBE EXHIBIT Anderson Johnson Gallery at the Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center February 2 – March 31, Tuesday-Saturday, 11:00am-4:00pm The Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center is proud to open 2010 with the esteemed Jerry Taliaferro’s talent of his exhibit Women of a New Tribe. Women of a New Tribe is a stunning national exhibition celebrating the physical and inner beauty of African American women presented in the 1930s to 1940s glamour, fine art black and white photography styles through the award winning lenses of Jerry Taliaferro. In an effort to honor Peninsula African American women, 24 local women were picked to be an addition to his normal exhibit. These women are celebrated with making a difference in our community and their lifetime. Audience: All, $5 for Adults / $3 for Children, 12 and under, (Tickets are available for purchase at the gallery on the day of admittance) 2410 Wickham Avenue, For more information, contact Lauren Cecora at 757-247-8950, www.downing-gross.org. Price - Low: 3. Price - High: 5. Contact: Lauren Cecora. Friday, March 19, 2010, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Anderson Johnson Gallery at the Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center 2410 Wickham Avenue, Newport News, VA 23607.

In Need Of A Boost

Community Events In life, we all need a boost here and there to keep us going. What we are offering at Cheryl Restaurant is a boost for the people that are in a great financial difficulty. We would like to help ten families with Free Meals at our restaurant once a day every day until they get a job. There is nothing we want in return but to make sure the hunger is filled. We hope to at least remove one worry out of the many challenges they have to face. It will happen as long as God chooses to allow us to help. You can contact Hung or Melanie Ngo at 757-479-3870 or email at Hung@CherylRestaurant.com for more information. Sincerely, Hung Ngo 2-24-2010. Price - Low: 0. Price - High: 0. Ticket Web Link: www.CherylRestaurant.com. Contact: Hung Ngo. Friday, March 19, 2010, 3:00 PM. 1920 Centerville Turnpike Suite 122 Virginia Beach, VA 23464.

Salon Amore Extreme Beauty Makeover Event and Open House

Community Events Newly opened Salon Amore in Suffolk, is looking for Extreme Beauty Make-over and Big Reveal contestants to receive cut, color, style, facial waxing and make-up application free of charge at the Salon Open House on April 3rd. Each contestant will showcase their look at the Big Reveal open to the public from 5:00-8:00 the same day. Interested candidates please submit a photo and contact information to salonamoreva@hotmail.com asap for consideration. Participants will be notified as soon as they are chosen. Local company representatives such as Biologica will be on hand at the event for consultations. Please contact cbh.74@hotmail.com for interest in media participation. Friday, March 19, 2010, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Salon Amore 6546 Townpoint Rd Suffolk, VA 23435.

Fabulation by Lynn Nottage

Community Events COMEDY: Follow the tale of Undine Barnes Calles - a stylish, smart, powerful woman who is the head of her own public relations agency. Unexpectedly, she finds herself pregnant and in financial ruin, crawling back to the family she left behind – erased, actually – in New York City’s Walt Whitman projects. Faced with her crude new reality, Undine must face the life she tried so hard to ignore as she fights to re-affirm her right to be. This Obie Award winning play is a sprawling tale of redemption filled with Hilarious personal and social insight, along with comic and poignant twists – a play Variety called “clever and consistently entertaining.” Directed by David Adams. THIS PRODUCTION IS FOR MATURE AUDIENCES ONLY… Adult Language and Situations. Price - Low: $10. Price - High: $16. Ticket Phone: 757-224-8937. Ticket Web Link: http://ironstreetproductions.com/onstagenow.aspx. Contact: LeRoyce E. Bratsveen. Friday, March 19, 2010, 6:00 PM. Thomas Nelson Community College - MCA 99 Templin Hall Hampton, VA 23666. For more info visit ironstreetproductions.com.

Beginning Belly Dance With Rachel

Community Events Want to sweat, shimmy and have some fun? Join me for weekly belly dance classes in Great Bridge section of Chesapeake. I am an award winning dancer and choreographer, known for my eclectic style and stage presence. We will cover basic postures, movements, combinations and layering. No previous experience is necessary. This is the perfect way to add some excitement to your fitness routine. Class dates and times: Friday evenings from 7-8pm Price: $10 per drop in class, $35 for 4 classes or $60 for 8 classes. I can only accept cash, checks and money orders at this time at the door, or pre-pay and register at www.hipnoticbellydancing.com Don't know what to wear? Anything you would wear for a normal workout is great, and some girls like to wear long skirts to help get into the dance mood! And barefoot is best, though socks, jazz shoes (no heels!) or dance paws work, too. And don't forget a hip scarf. Although it is not required for class, it will accentuate your movements in a big way. If you don't have… Friday, March 19, 2010, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Om Tree Yoga 445 N Battlefield Blvd Suite H Chesapeake VA 23320.

GriefShare

Community Events GriefShare is a support group for those who have experienced the death of a loved one. It meets weekly and uses a workbook and a video for group discussion. You may attend at any time. Friday, March 19, 2010, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM. Great Bridge Presbyterian Church 333 Cedar Road Chesapeake, VA 23322.

Dancing for Dreams

Community Events Arthur Murray to Host Dance Marathon to Help Children With Life-threatening Illnesses. Arthur Murray Dance Studio of Virginia Beach will participate in the second annual Dancing For Dreams dance marathon to benefit Give Kids The World. The event will be held on Friday, March 19 from 7:30 to 10:00pm. Participants will have the chance to kick up their heals and enjoy dance and dance instruction from Arthur Murray’s professionals, while raising money for Give Kids The World. Last year, Arthur Murray Dance Studios nationwide raised more than $50,000 for the nonprofit organization that makes dreams come true for children with life-threatening illnesses. Arthur Murray Dance Studio is a proud sponsor of Give Kids The World and its mission to provide memorable, joyful, cost-free visits to the Central Florida attractions for children who need it most. Being our first year here in Virginia Beach we hope to help families from Virginia have their Wish vacations come true at Give Kids The World Village. Virginia B… Friday, March 19, 2010, 7:30 PM – 9:55 PM. Arthur Murray Dance Studio 3707 Virginia Beach Blvd Suite 200. For more info visit www.cutarug.net.

Wizard Of Oz

Summary: Chrysler Hall. Friday, March 19, 2010, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Chrysler Hall. For more info visit www.sevenvenues.com.

Soapbox Underground - Open Mic

Community Events We welcome ALL artists - musicians, painters, dancers, poets, singers, speakers, & professional spectators to our stage! The Open Mic is in full effect at SOAPBOX: U. Live music from Brothas Keeper w/ DJ Anarchy! The doors open at 9pm so come and get your eat and your drink on, then sit back and enjoy as the mic opens up at 10pm! Regular admission is $7; Students are $5 18+, relaxed dress. Just come ready to chill! Price - Low: $5. Price - High: $7. Ticket Phone: 757-291-7970. Ticket Web Link: http://soapboxunderground.eventbrite.com/. Contact: Rich: 757-291-7970. Friday, March 19, 2010, 9:00 PM – Saturday, March 20, 2010, 2:00 AM. The Wynnwood Plaza 6128 Jefferson Ave Newport News, VA. For more info visit www.myspace.com.

2010 Outdoor Sculpture Exhibit

Community Events Cast your ballot on your favorite sculpture featred in this historic garden setting and help determine the People's Choice Award for the fifth annual Outdoor Sculpture exhibit. Saturday, March 20, 2010 – Monday, November 22, 2010. Courthouse Galleries Courtyard 400 High Street (corner of Court and High Street) Portsmouth, VA 23704.

Avon Walk for Breast Cancer Fundraiser

Community Events Donate your gently used formals in the name of Avon Walk for Breast Cancer. For every formal donated and sold under our name helps us raise money for our team, USS Cure. Check us out at www.avonwalk.org, team name USS Cure. Saturday, March 20, 2010 – Tuesday, April 27, 2010. Classy Way Consignment 109 Volvo Parkway, Ste. #7 Chesapeake, VA.

Canoe Bennett's Creek

Community Events Virginia Living Museum canoes take you along the slow-moving Bennett's Creek in North Carolina, lined with bald cypress, water oak and black gum, home of barred owls, herons, warblers and deer. Transportation, 3-person canoes, life jackets, paddles and two museum biologist interpreters are provided. $40 VLM members, $60 nonmembers. Register in advance at 757-595-9135. Price - High: $60. Ticket Phone: 757-595-9135. Saturday, March 20, 2010, 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM. leave from Virginia Living Museum, 524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd. Newport News 23601.

Beguiled by the Wild

Community Events The first exhibit in Virginia of works by master illustrator and artist Charley Harper (1922 - 2007) is at the VLM through April 25. The exhibit is centered around the personal collection of museum Executive Director Page Hayhurst and her family. It also includes student artwork and interactive art activities in Harper's style (tangrams, large puzzles, alphabet art table and rubbing stations). Harper was best known for his highly stylized wildlife depictions in "minimal realism," capturing the essence of his subjects with the fewest possible visual elements. Included in museum admission, $15 adults, $12 children 3-12. Museum hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays, NOON-5 p.m. Sundays. 757-595-1900. Saturday, March 20, 2010, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Virginia Living Museum, 524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd. Newport News 23601.

Document Shred Day to benefit The American Cancer Society

Community Events Bring up to 5 boxes of old papers to be shredded for a $5.00 donation to the American Cancer Society. Also view and registrar to win a 2010 GMC Terrain for $5.00 ticket. rain date April 10. Saturday, March 20, 2010, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. 500 Rodman Ave. Portsmouth Va. 23707 in the parking lot of Drs. Morris & Taylor's Orthodontic office.

Reaching & Teaching Urban Youth

Community Events This Free interactive presentation focuses on overcoming the difficulties of teaching students who cannot identify with the value of education. Learn ways to use the Hip Hop culture as a learning tool. Visit Weed and Seed on Facebook. Presenter: The Jaxsun Group sponsored by Southeast Community Weed and Seed. Age Range: Adults. Contact: Sacil Armstrong 247-2410. Saturday, March 20, 2010, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Huntington Middle School auditorium Newport News, VA.

Women's Morning Glory Service

Community Events "Women's Morning Glory Service Saturday, March 20, 2010 @ 9:00 am at Shekinah Ministries located 5252 Olde Towne Rd, Williamsburg, VA 23188. Guest speaker 1st Lady Glennis Berkeley of St. John's Baptist Church, Toano, Virginia. There is no registration fee. For further information, please call the church at 757-206-1625.". Price - Low: 0.00. Price - High: 0.00. Contact: Shekinah Ministries. Saturday, March 20, 2010, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Shekinah Ministries 5252 Olde Towne Rd Williamsburg, VA 23188.

Ukranian Egg Workshop

Community Events The art of wax-resist egg dyeing, called Pysanky in Ukraine, dates back to primitive times. Guided by an expert, make your own intricately decorated egg in this small-group workshop. 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. with hour lunch break. For ages 14 and up,or 10-13 accompanied by an adult. Space limited, register in advance at 757-595-9135. $85 VLM members, $95 nonmembers. 524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd. Newport News. Price - Low: $85. Price - High: $95. Ticket Phone: 757-595-9135. Saturday, March 20, 2010, 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM. Virginia Living Museum, 524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd. Newport News.

Virginia Beach Parks and Recreation: Birding Basics

Community Events Age 14 & up • Join us for an introduction into birding in Virginia Beach. Learn the basics of using field guides, bird classification and identification and how to build your own recycled bird feeders. You will also have the opportunity to meet a couple of birds of prey. Registration required. Register at any Virginia Beach Community Recreation Center. Membership not required. Price - Low: $0. Contact: Jane Jagodzinski, 757-385-4461, outdoors@vbgov.com. Saturday, March 20, 2010, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM. Landscape Management 4141 Dam Neck Road (across from New Castle Elementary School). For more info visit www.vbgov.com.

Women's Wellness Celebration

Community Events The $30 admission includes lunch and snacks. Your form wouldn't accept the complete ticket / info link, which is: www.ardx.net/womenswellness. Price - Low: $30. Ticket Phone: 757.410.7704. Ticket Web Link: www.ardx.net. Contact: Kim Slaughter. Saturday, March 20, 2010, 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM. Old Dominion University.

Women's Wellness Celebration

Community Events The $30 admission includes lunch and snacks. While your form won't recognize www.ardx.net/womenswellness as a link, it is -- both for tickets and information. Price - Low: $30. Ticket Phone: 757.410.7704. Ticket Web Link: www.ardx.net. Contact: Kim Slaughter. Saturday, March 20, 2010, 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM. Old Dominion University.

Short Sale Awareness Seminar

Community Events LEARN THE FACTS FROM THE EXPERTS! * What is a Short Sale? * True Benefits of a Short Sale * Lenders Perspective of a Short Sale * New Government Guidelines * What are the Tax Liabilities if any? * How will it affect my Credit? * FSBO or Agent Presented by: The Charles Group, LLC info@thecharles grp.com. Contact: Teresa Stanley. Saturday, March 20, 2010, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Hampton Public Library 936 Big Bethel Road Hampton, VA 23666.

Easter Bunny Arrival at Pembroke Mall- FREE

Community Events The Easter Bunny is hopping into Pembroke Mall! He will be accompanied by dancers from Ballet Virginia International. They will have a story time and performance at 10:30am. At 12:00pm Cookies and Crafts with the Easter Bunny starts. Bobby the Clown will be available to make festive balloon animals! The event will take place in Art Space in the North Wing! Contact: Susie Wentworth. Saturday, March 20, 2010, 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM. Pembroke Mall 4554 Virginia Beach Blvd Virignia Beach, VA 23462.

Fun on the Farm- Celebrating Agriculture

Community Events Kids milk "Beachy" the fiberglass cow, make butter in a churn and wash clothes with a washboard. Lots for farm chores to enjoy. Price - Low: 0. Contact: Karen Alvarez. Saturday, March 20, 2010, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM. City of Virginia Beach Farmers Market 3640 Dam Neck Road Virginia Beach, VA 23453. For more info visit www.vbgov.com.

Grand Opening of "The Zone"

Community Events The grand opening for “The Zone” the updated teen area at the Victory Family YMCA, will take place on Saturday, March 20, from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Teen Room. This event is open to the public. Kids as young as ten can try out new cardio and weight training machines and experience the exer-gaming equipment. Refreshments will be served and a membership drawing will be held and a no-joining fee special will be offered for the entire day. Future scheduled events in The Zone include table tennis and pool tournaments as well as Guitar Hero World Tour competitions. For more information visit http://www.peninsulaymca.org/branches/victory/index.html or call (757) 867-3300. Contact: Teena Blyth. Saturday, March 20, 2010, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Victory Family YMCA 101 Long Green Blvd Yorktown, VA 23693. For more info visit www.peninsulaymca.org.

Women of a New Tribe Exhibit

Community Events WOMEN OF A NEW TRIBE EXHIBIT Anderson Johnson Gallery at the Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center February 2 – March 31, Tuesday-Saturday, 11:00am-4:00pm The Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center is proud to open 2010 with the esteemed Jerry Taliaferro’s talent of his exhibit Women of a New Tribe. Women of a New Tribe is a stunning national exhibition celebrating the physical and inner beauty of African American women presented in the 1930s to 1940s glamour, fine art black and white photography styles through the award winning lenses of Jerry Taliaferro. In an effort to honor Peninsula African American women, 24 local women were picked to be an addition to his normal exhibit. These women are celebrated with making a difference in our community and their lifetime. Audience: All, $5 for Adults / $3 for Children, 12 and under, (Tickets are available for purchase at the gallery on the day of admittance) 2410 Wickham Avenue, For more information, contact Lauren Cecora at 757-247-8950, www.downing-gross.org. Price - Low: 3. Price - High: 5. Contact: Lauren Cecora. Saturday, March 20, 2010, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Anderson Johnson Gallery at the Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center 2410 Wickham Avenue, Newport News, VA 23607.

Grapes, Glamour and Glory - Wine Tasting Event

Community Events Join us at the Military Aviation Museum for a unique wine tasting event featuring the finest wineries around offering samplings of their wines, food tastings from the best restaurants and a Retrospective Fashion Show of fashions through the ages, amongst rare World War II fighter planes! Saturday, March 20, 2010, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Military Aviation Museum 1341 Princess Anne Road Virginia Beach, VA 23457 (757) 721-7767. For more info visit www.militaryaviationmuseum.org.

Let's Go To the Market

Community Events CALL TO REGISTER BY MARCH 18TH (757) 896-4692 mstclair@hampton.gov Let’s Go to the Market will teach the ABC’s of marketing in: Audience Development Broadcast Media Placement Creating a Strong Press Release. Saturday, March 20, 2010, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM. West Hampton Community Center 1638 Briarfield Road Hampton, VA 23663 (757) 896-4692. For more info visit www.facebook.com.

Vintage Vogue Cards and Gift Box Class

Community Events Vintage style is all the rage! In this class you will learn about what creates the vintage feel, learn about some great vintage techniques, tools and different vintage types Contact: Susan Elise Morton at 757-587-1548 or yourstampteacher @susanelisestamps.com. Price - Low: 19.97. Contact: Susan Elise Morton. Saturday, March 20, 2010, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM. The Cat/Art Studio, 2758 Murray Avenue, Norfolk, VA.

In Need Of A Boost

Community Events In life, we all need a boost here and there to keep us going. What we are offering at Cheryl Restaurant is a boost for the people that are in a great financial difficulty. We would like to help ten families with Free Meals at our restaurant once a day every day until they get a job. There is nothing we want in return but to make sure the hunger is filled. We hope to at least remove one worry out of the many challenges they have to face. It will happen as long as God chooses to allow us to help. You can contact Hung or Melanie Ngo at 757-479-3870 or email at Hung@CherylRestaurant.com for more information. Sincerely, Hung Ngo 2-24-2010. Price - Low: 0. Price - High: 0. Ticket Web Link: www.CherylRestaurant.com. Contact: Hung Ngo. Saturday, March 20, 2010, 3:00 PM. 1920 Centerville Turnpike Suite 122 Virginia Beach, VA 23464.

Salon Amore Extreme Beauty Makeover Event and Open House

Community Events Newly opened Salon Amore in Suffolk, is looking for Extreme Beauty Make-over and Big Reveal contestants to receive cut, color, style, facial waxing and make-up application free of charge at the Salon Open House on April 3rd. Each contestant will showcase their look at the Big Reveal open to the public from 5:00-8:00 the same day. Interested candidates please submit a photo and contact information to salonamoreva@hotmail.com asap for consideration. Participants will be notified as soon as they are chosen. Local company representatives such as Biologica will be on hand at the event for consultations. Please contact cbh.74@hotmail.com for interest in media participation. Saturday, March 20, 2010, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Salon Amore 6546 Townpoint Rd Suffolk, VA 23435.

Fabulation by Lynn Nottage

Community Events COMEDY: Follow the tale of Undine Barnes Calles - a stylish, smart, powerful woman who is the head of her own public relations agency. Unexpectedly, she finds herself pregnant and in financial ruin, crawling back to the family she left behind – erased, actually – in New York City’s Walt Whitman projects. Faced with her crude new reality, Undine must face the life she tried so hard to ignore as she fights to re-affirm her right to be. This Obie Award winning play is a sprawling tale of redemption filled with Hilarious personal and social insight, along with comic and poignant twists – a play Variety called “clever and consistently entertaining.” Directed by David Adams. THIS PRODUCTION IS FOR MATURE AUDIENCES ONLY… Adult Language and Situations. Price - Low: $10. Price - High: $16. Ticket Phone: 757-224-8937. Ticket Web Link: http://ironstreetproductions.com/onstagenow.aspx. Contact: LeRoyce E. Bratsveen. Saturday, March 20, 2010, 6:00 PM. Thomas Nelson Community College - MCA 99 Templin Hall Hampton, VA 23666. For more info visit ironstreetproductions.com.

Family Film Night: Journey Through Time and Space

Community Events Experience Disney's film retelling of Madeline L'Engle's classic tale "A Wrinkle in Time," and find out if space-and-time travel are science fact or fiction with a VLM astronomer. 7-9:30 p.m. $10 per person; not recommended for children 2 and under. No food or drink allowed in theater. 524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd. Newport News. Saturday, March 20, 2010, 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM. Virginia Living Museum, 524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd. Newport News 23601.

Regatta

Community Events March 27, & April 24 will also compete. competetors are from HR High Schools(private & public.Colleges( ODU,W&M, & others). Have master & Senior events. Scull,doubles, 4's &8's compete. Both men & women. Price - Low: 0.00. Price - High: 15.00. Ticket Phone: 757-441-5830. Ticket Web Link: www.hrrc.net. Saturday, March 20, 2010, 7:00 PM. NBG Lake Whitehurst (757) 441-5830.

An Evening of Music

Community Events The Wakefield Foundation will sponsor a special Evening of Music featuring Kim Steele, Shiloh Grass Band, Courtney Haywood, Drew Dunn, Unexpected Grace, and more. The show will take place at The Wakefield Foundation located at 100 Wilson Ave. Wakefield, Va. It starts at 7:30pm and the tickets are $5.00 per person, Children 3 and under are free. The tickets can be purchased from Kids Korner, Britt's Wakefield Service Center, Wakefield Pharmacy(Wakefield), Windsor Pharmacy (Windsor), Waverly Drugs (Waverly), and Peanut Patch (Courtland). For more information on this or other events at the Wakefield Foundation call (757) 899-2365 or web site www.wakefieldfoundation.org. Price - High: $5.00. Age Range: All Ages. Ticket Phone: 757-899-2365. Saturday, March 20, 2010, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Wakefield Foundation 100 Wilson Ave. Wakefield, Va.

Wizard Of Oz

Summary: Chrysler Hall. Saturday, March 20, 2010, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Chrysler Hall. For more info visit www.sevenvenues.com.

2010 Outdoor Sculpture Exhibit

Community Events Cast your ballot on your favorite sculpture featred in this historic garden setting and help determine the People's Choice Award for the fifth annual Outdoor Sculpture exhibit. Sunday, March 21, 2010 – Tuesday, November 23, 2010. Courthouse Galleries Courtyard 400 High Street (corner of Court and High Street) Portsmouth, VA 23704.

Beguiled by the Wild

Community Events The first exhibit in Virginia of works by master illustrator and artist Charley Harper (1922 - 2007) is at the VLM through April 25. The exhibit is centered around the personal collection of museum Executive Director Page Hayhurst and her family. It also includes student artwork and interactive art activities in Harper's style (tangrams, large puzzles, alphabet art table and rubbing stations). Harper was best known for his highly stylized wildlife depictions in "minimal realism," capturing the essence of his subjects with the fewest possible visual elements. Included in museum admission, $15 adults, $12 children 3-12. Museum hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays, NOON-5 p.m. Sundays. 757-595-1900. Sunday, March 21, 2010, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Virginia Living Museum, 524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd. Newport News 23601.

Be a part of a revolution!

Community Events 1.24.10 the revolution begins! Journey Church launches @ Great Bridge Primary on Cedar Rd. Be there @ 10:30 am to see what God is doing. Stop wasting your life and start living for the God who created you! Price - Low: $0.00. Contact: bobby canipe. Sunday, March 21, 2010, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM. Great Bridge Primary School 408 Cedar Road, Chesapeake, VA, 23322.

The JOURNEY begins!

Community Events Price - Low: $0.00. Sunday, March 21, 2010, 10:30 AM. Great Bridge Primary 408 Cedar Rd Chesapeake VA 23322.

Women of a New Tribe Exhibit

Community Events WOMEN OF A NEW TRIBE EXHIBIT Anderson Johnson Gallery at the Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center February 2 – March 31, Tuesday-Saturday, 11:00am-4:00pm The Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center is proud to open 2010 with the esteemed Jerry Taliaferro’s talent of his exhibit Women of a New Tribe. Women of a New Tribe is a stunning national exhibition celebrating the physical and inner beauty of African American women presented in the 1930s to 1940s glamour, fine art black and white photography styles through the award winning lenses of Jerry Taliaferro. In an effort to honor Peninsula African American women, 24 local women were picked to be an addition to his normal exhibit. These women are celebrated with making a difference in our community and their lifetime. Audience: All, $5 for Adults / $3 for Children, 12 and under, (Tickets are available for purchase at the gallery on the day of admittance) 2410 Wickham Avenue, For more information, contact Lauren Cecora at 757-247-8950, www.downing-gross.org. Price - Low: 3. Price - High: 5. Contact: Lauren Cecora. Sunday, March 21, 2010, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Anderson Johnson Gallery at the Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center 2410 Wickham Avenue, Newport News, VA 23607.

Sunday Morning Worship Service

Community Events Sunday Morning Worship Services 9am - Morning Glory 10:00am - Sunday School & New Members Class 11:30am - Morning Worship. Contact: 757-220-5480. Sunday, March 21, 2010, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM. Bethel Restoration Center 6205 Richmond Road Williamsburg, VA 23188.

1st Round Women's NCAA Tournament

Community Events The Road to the 2010 Women's Final Four Begins at the Ted Constant Convocation Center! Four of the Division I women's basketball teams will begin their quest for the 2010 national championship in Norfolk, Virginia, as the Ted Constant Convocation Center on the campus of Old Dominion University plays host to the first and second rounds of the NCAA Division I Women's Basketball Championship. *Pairings and game times will be announced Monday, March 15, at 7pm on ESPN. Buy Now! CLUB SEATING AVAILABLE: Yes LUXURY BOX SEATING AVAILABLE: Yes TICKET INFORMATION: Ticket books include admission to the three championship sessions, including two games on Sunday, March 21 and one game on Tuesday, March 23. *Group discounts are available, for more information call the Group Sales office at 757.683.5000. Sunday, March 21, 2010, 1:00 PM. Ted Constant Center at Old Dominion University, 4320 Hampton Blvd Norfolk VA, 23529.

In Need Of A Boost

Community Events In life, we all need a boost here and there to keep us going. What we are offering at Cheryl Restaurant is a boost for the people that are in a great financial difficulty. We would like to help ten families with Free Meals at our restaurant once a day every day until they get a job. There is nothing we want in return but to make sure the hunger is filled. We hope to at least remove one worry out of the many challenges they have to face. It will happen as long as God chooses to allow us to help. You can contact Hung or Melanie Ngo at 757-479-3870 or email at Hung@CherylRestaurant.com for more information. Sincerely, Hung Ngo 2-24-2010. Price - Low: 0. Price - High: 0. Ticket Web Link: www.CherylRestaurant.com. Contact: Hung Ngo. Sunday, March 21, 2010, 3:00 PM. 1920 Centerville Turnpike Suite 122 Virginia Beach, VA 23464.

USAF Vector Ensemble

Community Events All seats free. Sunday, March 21, 2010, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts 110 W. Finney Avenue Suffolk, VA 23434.

Tidewater Guitar Orchestra Concert

Community Events The orchestra is composed of traditional classical guitars, supplemented by soprano guitars, tuned a fifth higher, called requintos, and bass guitars, tuned a fourth lower, called bajas. One of the only guitar orchestras of its kind in the United States, the TGO has made numerous appearances locally and represented the United States at the International Guitar Festival in Costa Rica in October of 1999. The orchestra’s local performances have included sold out concerts with Virginia Symphony Music Director, JoAnn Faletta as part of the Virginia Arts Festival. The Orchestra’s repertoire ranges from traditional Central and South American music, contemporary works dedicated to the TGO, original compositions by members of the orchestra, and classical compositions from Bach to Bartok arranged by members of the TGO. The concert is open to the public. A free-will offering will be received and a reception follows the concert. Price - Low: 0.00. Price - High: 0.00. Age Range: All Ages. Ticket Phone: 757-249-0374. Contact: Janice Bunting. Sunday, March 21, 2010, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Reformation Lutheran Church 13100 Warwick Blvd. Newport News, VA 23606. For more info visit www.reformationlc.org.

Hampton University Dept. of Music's Faculty Recital Series: Lorraine M. Bell

Community Events Hampton University’s Department of Music proudly presents a musical performance by Assistant Professor Lorraine McFadden Bell, soprano, as part of the Faculty Recital Series on March 21 at 4 p.m. in Ogden Hall. The event will serve as a tribute to noted black American soprano and music educator Dorothy Maynor, who graduated from Hampton Institute (now Hampton University) in 1933. The event is free and open to the public. Price - Low: $0. Price - High: $0. Age Range: All Ages. Contact: (757) 728-6508. Sunday, March 21, 2010, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Hampton University Ogden Hall Hampton, VA 23668.

Eat for a cure

Community Events El Patron will donate a % of food sales to The American Cancer Society. You must have a flyer to give your waiter for this event. Contact Carla 397-7038 or 681-3329 to receive one. 2010 GMC Terrain give away car on site purchase $5.00 ticket for your chance to win. Sunday, March 21, 2010, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM. EL Patron Catina & Grill Sams Circle Ches. Va 23320.

Salon Amore Extreme Beauty Makeover Event and Open House

Community Events Newly opened Salon Amore in Suffolk, is looking for Extreme Beauty Make-over and Big Reveal contestants to receive cut, color, style, facial waxing and make-up application free of charge at the Salon Open House on April 3rd. Each contestant will showcase their look at the Big Reveal open to the public from 5:00-8:00 the same day. Interested candidates please submit a photo and contact information to salonamoreva@hotmail.com asap for consideration. Participants will be notified as soon as they are chosen. Local company representatives such as Biologica will be on hand at the event for consultations. Please contact cbh.74@hotmail.com for interest in media participation. Sunday, March 21, 2010, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Salon Amore 6546 Townpoint Rd Suffolk, VA 23435.

Texas Hold'em tournament to fight cancer

Community Events $20.00 donation get your ticket early to guarantee you a seat , great prizes, all donations go to The American Cancer Society call for more info -757-681-3329 hosted by lv2bet entertainment. Sunday, March 21, 2010, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM. El Patron Catina & Grill Sams Circle Ches. Va. 23320.

Fabulation by Lynn Nottage

Community Events COMEDY: Follow the tale of Undine Barnes Calles - a stylish, smart, powerful woman who is the head of her own public relations agency. Unexpectedly, she finds herself pregnant and in financial ruin, crawling back to the family she left behind – erased, actually – in New York City’s Walt Whitman projects. Faced with her crude new reality, Undine must face the life she tried so hard to ignore as she fights to re-affirm her right to be. This Obie Award winning play is a sprawling tale of redemption filled with Hilarious personal and social insight, along with comic and poignant twists – a play Variety called “clever and consistently entertaining.” Directed by David Adams. THIS PRODUCTION IS FOR MATURE AUDIENCES ONLY… Adult Language and Situations. Price - Low: $10. Price - High: $16. Ticket Phone: 757-224-8937. Ticket Web Link: http://ironstreetproductions.com/onstagenow.aspx. Contact: LeRoyce E. Bratsveen. Sunday, March 21, 2010, 6:00 PM. Thomas Nelson Community College - MCA 99 Templin Hall Hampton, VA 23666. For more info visit ironstreetproductions.com.

Pet Night with the Easter Bunny at Pembroke Mall!

Community Events Pet Night with the Easter Bunny! Bring your pet to Pembroke's Bunny Patch for a visit with the Easter Bunny. Please enter at Regal Cinema. Contact: Susie Wentworth. Sunday, March 21, 2010, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Pembroke Mall 4554 Virginia Beach Blvd Virginia Beach, VA 23462.

Wizard Of Oz

Summary: Chrysler Hall. Sunday, March 21, 2010, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Chrysler Hall. For more info visit www.sevenvenues.com.

Wizard Of Oz

Summary: Chrysler Hall. Sunday, March 21, 2010, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Chrysler Hall. For more info visit www.sevenvenues.com.

Avon Walk for Breast Cancer Fundraiser

Community Events Donate your gently used formals in the name of Avon Walk for Breast Cancer. For every formal donated and sold under our name helps us raise money for our team, USS Cure. Check us out at www.avonwalk.org, team name USS Cure. Monday, March 22, 2010 – Thursday, April 29, 2010. Classy Way Consignment 109 Volvo Parkway, Ste. #7 Chesapeake, VA.

Avon Walk for Breast Cancer Fundraiser/Two Brothers Dog Wash

Community Events Cutest Pet Contest - Donate money to the dog of your choice. All money collected goes to help our team, USS Cure, to raise money for the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer. Check us out on the above web site. Monday, March 22, 2010 – Wednesday, April 14, 2010. Two Brothers Dog Wash 426 Newtown Road Virginia Beach, VA.

Beguiled by the Wild

Community Events The first exhibit in Virginia of works by master illustrator and artist Charley Harper (1922 - 2007) is at the VLM through April 25. The exhibit is centered around the personal collection of museum Executive Director Page Hayhurst and her family. It also includes student artwork and interactive art activities in Harper's style (tangrams, large puzzles, alphabet art table and rubbing stations). Harper was best known for his highly stylized wildlife depictions in "minimal realism," capturing the essence of his subjects with the fewest possible visual elements. Included in museum admission, $15 adults, $12 children 3-12. Museum hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays, NOON-5 p.m. Sundays. 757-595-1900. Monday, March 22, 2010, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Virginia Living Museum, 524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd. Newport News 23601.

Women of a New Tribe Exhibit

Community Events WOMEN OF A NEW TRIBE EXHIBIT Anderson Johnson Gallery at the Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center February 2 – March 31, Tuesday-Saturday, 11:00am-4:00pm The Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center is proud to open 2010 with the esteemed Jerry Taliaferro’s talent of his exhibit Women of a New Tribe. Women of a New Tribe is a stunning national exhibition celebrating the physical and inner beauty of African American women presented in the 1930s to 1940s glamour, fine art black and white photography styles through the award winning lenses of Jerry Taliaferro. In an effort to honor Peninsula African American women, 24 local women were picked to be an addition to his normal exhibit. These women are celebrated with making a difference in our community and their lifetime. Audience: All, $5 for Adults / $3 for Children, 12 and under, (Tickets are available for purchase at the gallery on the day of admittance) 2410 Wickham Avenue, For more information, contact Lauren Cecora at 757-247-8950, www.downing-gross.org. Price - Low: 3. Price - High: 5. Contact: Lauren Cecora. Monday, March 22, 2010, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Anderson Johnson Gallery at the Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center 2410 Wickham Avenue, Newport News, VA 23607.

FREE Core Strengthening Class

Community Events FREE and Open to the public. Bring a friend. Let YOUR fitness begin in 2010!! Call 757.321.4963 for more details. Price - Low: $0. Price - High: $0. Age Range: Adults. Gender: Coed. Ticket Web Link: www.gymdowntown.com. Contact: Lacey Lee. Monday, March 22, 2010, 1:00 PM – 1:30 PM. The Gym Downtown - 259 Granby Street in Downtown Norfolk - enter the Subway lobby and take the elevator to the 2nd floor.

FREE Core Strengthening Class

Community Events FREE and Open to the public. Bring a friend. More the Merrier! Price - Low: $0. Price - High: $0. Age Range: Adults. Gender: Coed. Ticket Web Link: www.gymdowntown.com. Contact: Lacey Lee. Monday, March 22, 2010, 1:00 PM – 1:30 PM. The Gym Downtown - 259 Granby Street in Downtown Norfolk. Enter the Subway lobby and take the elevator to the 2nd floor.

In Need Of A Boost

Community Events In life, we all need a boost here and there to keep us going. What we are offering at Cheryl Restaurant is a boost for the people that are in a great financial difficulty. We would like to help ten families with Free Meals at our restaurant once a day every day until they get a job. There is nothing we want in return but to make sure the hunger is filled. We hope to at least remove one worry out of the many challenges they have to face. It will happen as long as God chooses to allow us to help. You can contact Hung or Melanie Ngo at 757-479-3870 or email at Hung@CherylRestaurant.com for more information. Sincerely, Hung Ngo 2-24-2010. Price - Low: 0. Price - High: 0. Ticket Web Link: www.CherylRestaurant.com. Contact: Hung Ngo. Monday, March 22, 2010, 3:00 PM. 1920 Centerville Turnpike Suite 122 Virginia Beach, VA 23464.

Salon Amore Extreme Beauty Makeover Event and Open House

Community Events Newly opened Salon Amore in Suffolk, is looking for Extreme Beauty Make-over and Big Reveal contestants to receive cut, color, style, facial waxing and make-up application free of charge at the Salon Open House on April 3rd. Each contestant will showcase their look at the Big Reveal open to the public from 5:00-8:00 the same day. Interested candidates please submit a photo and contact information to salonamoreva@hotmail.com asap for consideration. Participants will be notified as soon as they are chosen. Local company representatives such as Biologica will be on hand at the event for consultations. Please contact cbh.74@hotmail.com for interest in media participation. Monday, March 22, 2010, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Salon Amore 6546 Townpoint Rd Suffolk, VA 23435.

Substance Abuse Ministry

Community Events Contact: 757-220-5480. Monday, March 22, 2010, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM. Bethel Restoration Center 6205 Richmond Road Williamsburg, VA 23188.

2010 Outdoor Sculpture Exhibit

Community Events Cast your ballot on your favorite sculpture featred in this historic garden setting and help determine the People's Choice Award for the fifth annual Outdoor Sculpture exhibit. Tuesday, March 23, 2010 – Thursday, November 25, 2010. Courthouse Galleries Courtyard 400 High Street (corner of Court and High Street) Portsmouth, VA 23704.

Beguiled by the Wild

Community Events The first exhibit in Virginia of works by master illustrator and artist Charley Harper (1922 - 2007) is at the VLM through April 25. The exhibit is centered around the personal collection of museum Executive Director Page Hayhurst and her family. It also includes student artwork and interactive art activities in Harper's style (tangrams, large puzzles, alphabet art table and rubbing stations). Harper was best known for his highly stylized wildlife depictions in "minimal realism," capturing the essence of his subjects with the fewest possible visual elements. Included in museum admission, $15 adults, $12 children 3-12. Museum hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays, NOON-5 p.m. Sundays. 757-595-1900. Tuesday, March 23, 2010, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Virginia Living Museum, 524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd. Newport News 23601.

Women of a New Tribe Exhibit

Community Events WOMEN OF A NEW TRIBE EXHIBIT Anderson Johnson Gallery at the Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center February 2 – March 31, Tuesday-Saturday, 11:00am-4:00pm The Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center is proud to open 2010 with the esteemed Jerry Taliaferro’s talent of his exhibit Women of a New Tribe. Women of a New Tribe is a stunning national exhibition celebrating the physical and inner beauty of African American women presented in the 1930s to 1940s glamour, fine art black and white photography styles through the award winning lenses of Jerry Taliaferro. In an effort to honor Peninsula African American women, 24 local women were picked to be an addition to his normal exhibit. These women are celebrated with making a difference in our community and their lifetime. Audience: All, $5 for Adults / $3 for Children, 12 and under, (Tickets are available for purchase at the gallery on the day of admittance) 2410 Wickham Avenue, For more information, contact Lauren Cecora at 757-247-8950, www.downing-gross.org. Price - Low: 3. Price - High: 5. Contact: Lauren Cecora. Tuesday, March 23, 2010, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Anderson Johnson Gallery at the Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center 2410 Wickham Avenue, Newport News, VA 23607.

Old Dominion University Bookstore to Host Local Author for Book Signing

Community Events Join local author and historian Amy Castleberry as she discusses and signs her new pictorial history book on Virginia Beach, part of the Then & Now series from Arcadia Publishing. Books will be available for purchase on location. Event is free and open to the public. Please contact Marc Katz at 757-423-2308 for more information. Tuesday, March 23, 2010, 12:00 PM. Old Dominion University Bookstore 4417 Monarch Way Norfolk, VA 23508. For more info visit www.bkstr.com.

FREE Core Strengthening Class

Community Events FREE and open to the public. Bring a friend. More the merrier! Let YOUR fitness begin in 2010! Tuesday, March 23, 2010, 12:30 PM – 1:00 PM. The Gym Downtown - 259 Granby Street in Downtown Norfolk. Enter the Subway lobby and take the elevator to the 2nd floor.

2nd Round Women's NCAA Tournament

Community Events The Road to the 2010 Women's Final Four Begins at the Ted Constant Convocation Center! Four of the Division I women's basketball teams will begin their quest for the 2010 national championship in Norfolk, Virginia, as the Ted Constant Convocation Center on the campus of Old Dominion University plays host to the first and second rounds of the NCAA Division I Women's Basketball Championship. Pairings and game times will be announced Monday, March 15, at 7pm on ESPN. BUY NOW! CLUB SEATING AVAILABLE: Yes LUXURY BOX SEATING AVAILABLE: Yes TICKET INFORMATION: Ticket books include admission to the three championship sessions, including two games on Sunday, March 21 and one on Tuesday, March 23. *Groups discounts are available, for more information call the Groups Sales office at 757.683.5000. Tuesday, March 23, 2010, 1:00 PM. Ted Constant Center at Old Dominion University, 4320 Hampton Blvd Norfolk VA, 23529.

In Need Of A Boost

Community Events In life, we all need a boost here and there to keep us going. What we are offering at Cheryl Restaurant is a boost for the people that are in a great financial difficulty. We would like to help ten families with Free Meals at our restaurant once a day every day until they get a job. There is nothing we want in return but to make sure the hunger is filled. We hope to at least remove one worry out of the many challenges they have to face. It will happen as long as God chooses to allow us to help. You can contact Hung or Melanie Ngo at 757-479-3870 or email at Hung@CherylRestaurant.com for more information. Sincerely, Hung Ngo 2-24-2010. Price - Low: 0. Price - High: 0. Ticket Web Link: www.CherylRestaurant.com. Contact: Hung Ngo. Tuesday, March 23, 2010, 3:00 PM. 1920 Centerville Turnpike Suite 122 Virginia Beach, VA 23464.

Salon Amore Extreme Beauty Makeover Event and Open House

Community Events Newly opened Salon Amore in Suffolk, is looking for Extreme Beauty Make-over and Big Reveal contestants to receive cut, color, style, facial waxing and make-up application free of charge at the Salon Open House on April 3rd. Each contestant will showcase their look at the Big Reveal open to the public from 5:00-8:00 the same day. Interested candidates please submit a photo and contact information to salonamoreva@hotmail.com asap for consideration. Participants will be notified as soon as they are chosen. Local company representatives such as Biologica will be on hand at the event for consultations. Please contact cbh.74@hotmail.com for interest in media participation. Tuesday, March 23, 2010, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Salon Amore 6546 Townpoint Rd Suffolk, VA 23435.

Free Seminar for Sellers - Alternatives to Foreclosure

Community Events Welcome Home, Realtors® is hosting a "Free Seminar on Alternatives to Foreclosure for Home Owners" on Tuesday, March 23rd, 2010, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at 1201 Laskin Road, Suite 200, in Virginia Beach. The seminar will cover alternatives to foreclosure; the different options available to current home owners and how to negotiate effectively with Mortgage Lenders. Reservations are required to attend the seminar. Call Colleen Hill at 425-4663 or E-mail her at WelcomeHomeRealtors@gmail.com. Tuesday, March 23, 2010, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Welceom Home Realtors 1201 Laskin Road, Suite 200 Virginia Beach, VA 23451.

Fighting child obesity with dance exercise . Free Demo Zumba for kids

Community Events This event is for free for the whole family. We will have snacks, prizes, games, face painting and information about the Zumbatomic program. You are invited to a free Demo of the program just for kids Zumbatomic! March 23, 2010 at 7:00 pm. Encore Dance center 2222 Commerce parkway, Virginia Beach. Bring the kids for a night of fun! From Zumba comes Zumbatomic. Taking into account children need exercise too. Zumba has developed an exercise program just for kids! Zumbatomic has routines and music 100 % kid friendly. Latin music, Hip Hop and more! Boys and girls can participate. Ages 4 to 12 This demo it’s for you to see a little bit about this program and let your children have some fun. Meet other parents, bring your friends. Have some snacks. What is the program about? Apart from learning choreographed routines the program has games to encourage your child to interact with other children and learn about leadership, respect, team work, pride, confidence and responsibility. We rea… Age Range: Children. Contact: Liz Vazquez. Tuesday, March 23, 2010, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Encore Dance center 2222 Commerce parkway Virginia Beach, VA.

Fighting child obesity with dance and exercise . Free Demo of Zumbatomic

Community Events You are invited to a free Demo of the program just for kids Zumbatomic! March 23, 2010 at 7:00 pm. Encore Dance center 2222 Commerce parkway, Virginia Beach. Bring the kids for a night of fun! From Zumba comes Zumbatomic. Taking into account children need exercise too. Zumba has developed an exercise program just for kids! Zumbatomic has routines and music 100 % kid friendly. Latin music, Hip Hop and more! Boys and girls can participate. Ages 4 to 12 This demo it’s for you to see a little bit about this program and let your children have some fun. Meet other parents, bring your friends. Have some snacks. What is the program about? Apart from learning choreographed routines the program has games to encourage your child to interact with other children and learn about leadership, respect, team work, pride, confidence and responsibility. Would you help me to fight child obesity? Please reply by March 10, 2010. Military welcome, Virginia Beach city employees Visit Liz Vazquez‘s bl… Contact: Liz Vazquez. Tuesday, March 23, 2010, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. 2222 Commerce Parkway Virginia Beach. VA.

Virginia Beach Parks and Recreation: Birding Basics

Community Events Age 14 & up • Join us for an introduction into birding in Virginia Beach. Learn the basics of using field guides, bird classification and identification and how to build your own recycled bird feeders. You will also have the opportunity to meet a couple of birds of prey. Registration required. Register at any Virginia Beach Community Recreation Center. Membership not required. Price - Low: $0. Tuesday, March 23, 2010, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM. Landscape Management 4141 Dam Neck Road (across from New Castle Elementary School). For more info visit www.vbgov.com.

2010 Outdoor Sculpture Exhibit

Community Events Cast your ballot on your favorite sculpture featred in this historic garden setting and help determine the People's Choice Award for the fifth annual Outdoor Sculpture exhibit. Wednesday, March 24, 2010 – Friday, November 26, 2010. Courthouse Galleries Courtyard 400 High Street (corner of Court and High Street) Portsmouth, VA 23704.

Avon Walk for Breast Cancer Fundraiser

Community Events Donate your gently used formals in the name of Avon Walk for Breast Cancer. For every formal donated and sold under our name helps us raise money for our team, USS Cure. Check us out at www.avonwalk.org, team name USS Cure. Wednesday, March 24, 2010 – Saturday, May 1, 2010. Classy Way Consignment 109 Volvo Parkway, Ste. #7 Chesapeake, VA.

Avon Walk for Breast Cancer Fundraiser/Locks of Love

Community Events Donate your hair to Locks of Love and give a monetary donation to Avon Walk for Breast Cancer to receive a free haircut. A member of the USS Cure team will be there all day accepting donations. Check us out on our website above. Wednesday, March 24, 2010. Rudy and Kelly 1464 Mount Pleasant Rd. Chesapeake, VA.

Avon Walk for Breast Cancer Fundraiser/Two Brothers Dog Wash

Community Events Cutest Pet Contest - Donate money to the dog of your choice. All money collected goes to help our team, USS Cure, to raise money for the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer. Check us out on the above web site. Wednesday, March 24, 2010 – Friday, April 16, 2010. Two Brothers Dog Wash 426 Newtown Road Virginia Beach, VA.

Beguiled by the Wild

Community Events The first exhibit in Virginia of works by master illustrator and artist Charley Harper (1922 - 2007) is at the VLM through April 25. The exhibit is centered around the personal collection of museum Executive Director Page Hayhurst and her family. It also includes student artwork and interactive art activities in Harper's style (tangrams, large puzzles, alphabet art table and rubbing stations). Harper was best known for his highly stylized wildlife depictions in "minimal realism," capturing the essence of his subjects with the fewest possible visual elements. Included in museum admission, $15 adults, $12 children 3-12. Museum hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays, NOON-5 p.m. Sundays. 757-595-1900. Wednesday, March 24, 2010, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Virginia Living Museum, 524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd. Newport News 23601.

Women of the Chrysler: A 400-Year Celebration o f the Arts

Community Events This spring, as the Commonwealth of Virginia celebrates the role of women in the arts through the statewide initiative, MINDS WIDE OPEN, the Chrysler Museum does the same with Women of the Chrysler: A 400-Year Celebration of the Arts, an extraordinary new exhibition dedicated to the works of women artists – all of them drawn from our permanent collection. This expansive show fills both the Large and Small Changing Galleries with more than 150 works by women painters, sculptors, photographers, silversmiths, glass artists, and printmakers—from Harriet Cany Peale, Mary Cassatt, Käthe Kollwitz, and Dorothea Lange, to Diane Argus, Louise Nevelson, Jaune Quick-to-See Smith, and Cappy Thompson. The exhibition traces the course of women’s ever-expanding contributions to the arts in Europe, America, and eventually the world through four chronological sections and three centerpiece installations, which are on view from March 24 to July 28. Wednesday, March 24, 2010, 10:00 AM – Wednesday, July 28, 2010, 5:00 PM. Chrysler Museum of Art, 245 W. Olney Road, Norfolk, VA.

Women of a New Tribe Exhibit

Community Events WOMEN OF A NEW TRIBE EXHIBIT Anderson Johnson Gallery at the Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center February 2 – March 31, Tuesday-Saturday, 11:00am-4:00pm The Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center is proud to open 2010 with the esteemed Jerry Taliaferro’s talent of his exhibit Women of a New Tribe. Women of a New Tribe is a stunning national exhibition celebrating the physical and inner beauty of African American women presented in the 1930s to 1940s glamour, fine art black and white photography styles through the award winning lenses of Jerry Taliaferro. In an effort to honor Peninsula African American women, 24 local women were picked to be an addition to his normal exhibit. These women are celebrated with making a difference in our community and their lifetime. Audience: All, $5 for Adults / $3 for Children, 12 and under, (Tickets are available for purchase at the gallery on the day of admittance) 2410 Wickham Avenue, For more information, contact Lauren Cecora at 757-247-8950, www.downing-gross.org. Price - Low: 3. Price - High: 5. Contact: Lauren Cecora. Wednesday, March 24, 2010, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Anderson Johnson Gallery at the Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center 2410 Wickham Avenue, Newport News, VA 23607.

In Need Of A Boost

Community Events In life, we all need a boost here and there to keep us going. What we are offering at Cheryl Restaurant is a boost for the people that are in a great financial difficulty. We would like to help ten families with Free Meals at our restaurant once a day every day until they get a job. There is nothing we want in return but to make sure the hunger is filled. We hope to at least remove one worry out of the many challenges they have to face. It will happen as long as God chooses to allow us to help. You can contact Hung or Melanie Ngo at 757-479-3870 or email at Hung@CherylRestaurant.com for more information. Sincerely, Hung Ngo 2-24-2010. Price - Low: 0. Price - High: 0. Ticket Web Link: www.CherylRestaurant.com. Contact: Hung Ngo. Wednesday, March 24, 2010, 3:00 PM. 1920 Centerville Turnpike Suite 122 Virginia Beach, VA 23464.

Salon Amore Extreme Beauty Makeover Event and Open House

Community Events Newly opened Salon Amore in Suffolk, is looking for Extreme Beauty Make-over and Big Reveal contestants to receive cut, color, style, facial waxing and make-up application free of charge at the Salon Open House on April 3rd. Each contestant will showcase their look at the Big Reveal open to the public from 5:00-8:00 the same day. Interested candidates please submit a photo and contact information to salonamoreva@hotmail.com asap for consideration. Participants will be notified as soon as they are chosen. Local company representatives such as Biologica will be on hand at the event for consultations. Please contact cbh.74@hotmail.com for interest in media participation. Wednesday, March 24, 2010, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Salon Amore 6546 Townpoint Rd Suffolk, VA 23435.

Family Support Group

Community Events A FREE Weekly Support Group for Family Members and loved ones of persons diagnosed with mental illness. (Not intended for people who have been diagnosed themselves.) Sponsored by NAMI Hampton/Newport News, local affiliate of the National Alliance on Mental Illness. Price - Low: 0. Contact: Barbara Harling 249-2422. Wednesday, March 24, 2010, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM. 500 Medical Drive Hampton, VA 23666.

'Empowerment Wednesday' at BRC

Community Events Empowerment Wednesday is a family friendly event. There are tutors from William & Mary available to help children with their school work from 7:00 until 8:00pm and Childrens bible study from 8:00pm. Adult will be in the sanctuary from 7:00-8:45pm for Empowerment Wednesday Service. Contact: 757-220-5480. Wednesday, March 24, 2010, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Bethel Restoration Center 6205 Richmond Road Williamsburg, VA 23188.

River of Life Ministries Miracle Makers Revival Meetings

Community Events Come and receive God's salvation, divine healing, deliverance and freedom in Jesus Christ. You will learn how to walk in God's kingdom power and how to be a Miracle Maker for His glory according to Luke 4:18-19! Wednesday, March 24, 2010, 7:00 PM. Turning Point Church 2641 Princess Anne Road Virginia Beach, VA 23456.

River of Life Ministries Miracle Makers Revival Meetings

Community Events Come and receive God's salvation, divine healing, deliverance, and freedom in Jesus Christ. You will learn how to walk in God's kingdom power and how to be a Miracle Maker for His glory according to Luke 4:18-19! Wednesday, March 24, 2010, 7:00 PM. Turning Point Church 2641 Princess Anne Road Virginia Beach, VA 23456.

2010 Outdoor Sculpture Exhibit

Community Events Cast your ballot on your favorite sculpture featred in this historic garden setting and help determine the People's Choice Award for the fifth annual Outdoor Sculpture exhibit. Thursday, March 25, 2010 – Saturday, November 27, 2010. Courthouse Galleries Courtyard 400 High Street (corner of Court and High Street) Portsmouth, VA 23704.

Beguiled by the Wild

Community Events The first exhibit in Virginia of works by master illustrator and artist Charley Harper (1922 - 2007) is at the VLM through April 25. The exhibit is centered around the personal collection of museum Executive Director Page Hayhurst and her family. It also includes student artwork and interactive art activities in Harper's style (tangrams, large puzzles, alphabet art table and rubbing stations). Harper was best known for his highly stylized wildlife depictions in "minimal realism," capturing the essence of his subjects with the fewest possible visual elements. Included in museum admission, $15 adults, $12 children 3-12. Museum hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays, NOON-5 p.m. Sundays. 757-595-1900. Thursday, March 25, 2010, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Virginia Living Museum, 524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd. Newport News 23601.

Children's Storytime

Community Events Listen as Executive Director Randi Strutton reads a children’s book on nature. Children will make a take-home craft. RSVP and donations appreciated. Ticket Phone: 7576868684. Thursday, March 25, 2010, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM. Hoffler Creek Wildlife Preserve 4510 Twin Pines Rd. Portsmouth, VA 23703.

Women of a New Tribe Exhibit

Community Events WOMEN OF A NEW TRIBE EXHIBIT Anderson Johnson Gallery at the Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center February 2 – March 31, Tuesday-Saturday, 11:00am-4:00pm The Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center is proud to open 2010 with the esteemed Jerry Taliaferro’s talent of his exhibit Women of a New Tribe. Women of a New Tribe is a stunning national exhibition celebrating the physical and inner beauty of African American women presented in the 1930s to 1940s glamour, fine art black and white photography styles through the award winning lenses of Jerry Taliaferro. In an effort to honor Peninsula African American women, 24 local women were picked to be an addition to his normal exhibit. These women are celebrated with making a difference in our community and their lifetime. Audience: All, $5 for Adults / $3 for Children, 12 and under, (Tickets are available for purchase at the gallery on the day of admittance) 2410 Wickham Avenue, For more information, contact Lauren Cecora at 757-247-8950, www.downing-gross.org. Price - Low: 3. Price - High: 5. Contact: Lauren Cecora. Thursday, March 25, 2010, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Anderson Johnson Gallery at the Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center 2410 Wickham Avenue, Newport News, VA 23607.

NEC SIROCCO WINDS YOUTH WORKSHOP

Community Events New England Conservatory woodwind quintet Sirocco Winds, in town with the Virginia Arts Festival and in concert for Arts Within Reach. Each year, an audition committee of professional musicians selects a few exceptional student ensembles to represent the NEC Honors Program. The Sirocco Winds, coached by John Heiss, features Anne Gregory, flute, Andrew Mee, horn, Ambrose Tucker, clarinet, Mary Lynch, oboe, and Chris Watford, bassoon. Audience: Grades K-5 Free with Reservations. 757-247-8950. Ticket Phone: 757.247.8969. Ticket Web Link: www.downing-gross.org. Contact: Claire Deming. Thursday, March 25, 2010, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center 2410 Wickham Avenue Newport News, VA 23607.

In Need Of A Boost

Community Events In life, we all need a boost here and there to keep us going. What we are offering at Cheryl Restaurant is a boost for the people that are in a great financial difficulty. We would like to help ten families with Free Meals at our restaurant once a day every day until they get a job. There is nothing we want in return but to make sure the hunger is filled. We hope to at least remove one worry out of the many challenges they have to face. It will happen as long as God chooses to allow us to help. You can contact Hung or Melanie Ngo at 757-479-3870 or email at Hung@CherylRestaurant.com for more information. Sincerely, Hung Ngo 2-24-2010. Price - Low: 0. Price - High: 0. Ticket Web Link: www.CherylRestaurant.com. Contact: Hung Ngo. Thursday, March 25, 2010, 3:00 PM. 1920 Centerville Turnpike Suite 122 Virginia Beach, VA 23464.

Salon Amore Extreme Beauty Makeover Event and Open House

Community Events Newly opened Salon Amore in Suffolk, is looking for Extreme Beauty Make-over and Big Reveal contestants to receive cut, color, style, facial waxing and make-up application free of charge at the Salon Open House on April 3rd. Each contestant will showcase their look at the Big Reveal open to the public from 5:00-8:00 the same day. Interested candidates please submit a photo and contact information to salonamoreva@hotmail.com asap for consideration. Participants will be notified as soon as they are chosen. Local company representatives such as Biologica will be on hand at the event for consultations. Please contact cbh.74@hotmail.com for interest in media participation. Thursday, March 25, 2010, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Salon Amore 6546 Townpoint Rd Suffolk, VA 23435.

FREE Core Strengthening Class

Community Events FREE and Open to the public. Bring a friend. Let YOUR fitness begin in 2010! Price - Low: $0. Price - High: $0. Age Range: Adults. Gender: Coed. Ticket Web Link: www.gymdowntown.com. Contact: Lacey Lee. Thursday, March 25, 2010, 5:30 PM – 6:00 PM. The Gym Downtown - 259 Granby Street in Downtown Norfolk. Enter the Subway lobby and take the elevator to the 2nd floor.

CAN Healthcare be Lean?

Community Events Controversy and unique cultural challenges abound when leading change in this tightly regulated industry. Please join us in welcoming Ms. Denise O’Donnell, Operations Support Manager for Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, as she shares her Lean success story with us and talks about Sentara Healthcare’s Lean journey. Learn how application of Lean principles and methodology resulted in improved Emergency Room throughput at the only Level I trauma center in the greater Norfolk area. Price - Low: 20. Price - High: 25. Age Range: Adults. Contact: Tricia Holben. Thursday, March 25, 2010, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Cypress Point Country Club, 5340 Club Head Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23455. For more info visit www.asqtidewater.org.

SPRING INTO SPRING CARD CLASS

Community Events THIS IS A CORRECTION FOR THE PREVISOUSLY SUBMITTED FORM FOR THIS EVENT!!!!! We will use the new Spring and Easter stamp sets to create 5 pretty cards to send immediately. Beginners are welcome. Bring someone new to class that I haven’t met and receive $5 off of your class fee. CONTACT: Susan Elise Morton at 757-587-1548 or yourstampteacher @susanelisestamps.com. Price - Low: 10. Price - High: 17. Age Range: All Ages. Contact: Susan Elise Morton. Thursday, March 25, 2010, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM. The Cat/Art Studio, 2758 Murray Avenue, Norfolk, VA.

City Living Norfolk Style Lecture Series

Community Events Lecture Topic: "Enhancing the Appeal of Norfolk's Neighborhoods" with Master Gardener and Landscape Designer Elizabeth Meska and City of Norfolk Architect John Alford, AIA. Thursday, March 25, 2010, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Neighborhood Design & Resource Center 111 Granby Street Norfolk.

Fibromyalgia: Natural Solutions to a Misunderstood Condition

Community Events Only 30 attendees allowed. Please call 757-497-8200 to reserve a seat. Presenter: Dr. Scott Birckbichler. Age Range: Adults. Contact: 7574978200. Thursday, March 25, 2010, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM. Virginia Beach Central Library 4100 Virginia Beach Blvd.

Grease! The Musical

Community Events Grease! The Musical Live on Stage! Price - Low: $6.00. Price - High: $8.00. Ticket Phone: 757-648-5300. Ticket Web Link: www.patriotplayhouse.net. Contact: Nancy Curtis. Thursday, March 25, 2010, 7:00 PM – Sunday, March 28, 2010, 2:00 PM. The Patriot Playhouse @ First Colonial HS. 1272 Mill Dam Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23454.

River of Life Ministries Miracle Makers Revival Meetings

Community Events Come and receive God's salvation, divine healing, deliverance, and freedom in Jesus Christ. You will learn how to walk in God's kingdom power and how to be a Miracle Maker for His glory according to Luke 4:18-19! Thursday, March 25, 2010, 7:00 PM. Turning Point Church 2641 Princess Anne Road Virginia Beach, VA 23456.

River of Life Ministries Miracle Makers Revival Meetings

Community Events Come and receive God's salvation, divine healing, deliverance and freedom in Jesus Christ. You will learn how to walk in God's kingdom power and how to be a Miracle Maker for His glory according to Luke 4:18-19! Thursday, March 25, 2010, 7:00 PM. Turning Point Church 2641 Princess Anne Road Virginia Beach, VA 23456.

Swing Dance Lessons & DJ Dance

Community Events Join the fun and come on out every Thursday for SWING DANCE NITE at the historic Attucks Theatre in Norfolk from 7:00p-11:00p with two lessons to choose from for twice the fun! No Partner - No Rhythm - No Problem! 7p-8:30p. Intro To Swing Crash Course. 7p-8:30p. Intermediate Swing. 8:30p-11:00p DJ Dance Party. Price - Low: $5. Price - High: $10. Age Range: All Ages. Ticket Phone: (757) 567-4036. Ticket Web Link: http://www.swingvirginia.com/events/AttucksSwings.html. Contact: Jeff Miller. Thursday, March 25, 2010, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM. Attucks Theatre, 1010 Church Street, Norfolk, VA.

MOODY BLUES

Community Events Don’t miss out on one of the original supergroups of the 1960’S British invasion, the Moody Blues! It is going to be an exciting and action-packed show Thursday, March 25 at 7:30pm. For more ticket information please visit www.constantcenter.com For VIP Fan Experience Information and concert details please visit http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=361355735486#!/event.php?eid=178245977233&index=1. Price - Low: $27. Price - High: $79. Ticket Phone: 757-683-4444. Ticket Web Link: www.constantcenter.com. Thursday, March 25, 2010, 7:30 PM. Ted Constant Center. For more info visit www.facebook.com.

The Moody Blues

Community Events The Moody Blues, one of the original supergroups from the 1960’s British invasion, will bring an action-packed and exciting show to the Ted Constant Convocation Center on Thursday, March 25, 2010 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets on-sale now! The Moody Blues have distinguished themselves through four decades as a shimmering jewel vindicating rock music as a substantial artistic contribution to Western culture. Since the 1960’s, as a part of the historic original British invasion of Supergroups, The Moody Blues have lit up the hearts and minds of millions of rock fans with inspiring anthems like “Nights in White Satin,” “Tuesday Afternoon” and “I’m Just A Singer (In A Rock And Roll Band),” that express universal themes of love, compassion, and peace. The band’s unique style of music consistently finds airplay on radio stations globally and continues to illuminate concert arenas around the world. The Moody Blues have been immortalized in “The Simpsons” and have had their hit “Tuesday Afternoon” featured in a 20… Thursday, March 25, 2010, 7:30 PM. Ted Constant Center at Old Dominion University, 4320 Hampton Blvd Norfolk VA 23529.

2010 Outdoor Sculpture Exhibit

Community Events Cast your ballot on your favorite sculpture featred in this historic garden setting and help determine the People's Choice Award for the fifth annual Outdoor Sculpture exhibit. Friday, March 26, 2010 – Sunday, November 28, 2010. Courthouse Galleries Courtyard 400 High Street (corner of Court and High Street) Portsmouth, VA 23704.

Avon Walk for Breast Cancer Fundraiser/Two Brothers Dog Wash

Community Events Cutest Pet Contest - Donate money to the dog of your choice. All money collected goes to help our team, USS Cure, to raise money for the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer. Check us out on the above web site. Friday, March 26, 2010 – Sunday, April 18, 2010. Two Brothers Dog Wash 426 Newtown Road Virginia Beach, VA.

Class Pictures: Photographs by Dawoud Bey

Community Events Photographer Dawoud Bey spent five years traveling to high schools across the country photographing teens from across the economic, racial, and ethnic spectrum. Class Pictures presents 40 of his large-as-life photographs on view at the Chrysler Museum of Art March 26 to August 6 in the Frank Photography Gallery. Each portrait is accompanied by a commentary in which the sitters describe themselves and their lives. The result is a touching, funny, and sometimes harrowing portrait of American youth at the dawn of the 21st century. Friday, March 26, 2010 – Friday, August 6, 2010. Chrysler Museum of Art, 245 W. Olney Road, Norfolk, VA.

NELLY vs. BOW WOW Celebrity Basketball Tour

Community Events Loosecannon Entertainment present Derrty Ent vs. Cash Money Millionaires Celebrity Basketball Tour Starring NELLY & BOW WOW! This event is for all ages! Bring the entire family to witness the multiplatinum recording artist and actors NELLY & BOW WOW battle it on on the hardwood. Friday, March 26, 2010. The Ted Constant Center Old Dominion University 4320 Hampton BLVD. For more info visit ev10.evenue.net.

24th Annual Virginia Beach Dart Classic to benefit Special Olympics Area 2

Community Events Friday, March 26, 2010 – Sunday, March 28, 2010. Wyndham Virginia Beach Oceanfront 57th and Atlantic Ave. Virginia Beach, VA.

Tidewater Boat Show

The 6th Annual Tidewater Boat Show Returns to Hampton Roads, March 26-28, 2009. Come see area and regional boat dealers and look for show only “Screaming Deals” 804-425-6556. Friday, March 26, 2010. Hampton Roads Convention Center.

Beguiled by the Wild

Community Events The first exhibit in Virginia of works by master illustrator and artist Charley Harper (1922 - 2007) is at the VLM through April 25. The exhibit is centered around the personal collection of museum Executive Director Page Hayhurst and her family. It also includes student artwork and interactive art activities in Harper's style (tangrams, large puzzles, alphabet art table and rubbing stations). Harper was best known for his highly stylized wildlife depictions in "minimal realism," capturing the essence of his subjects with the fewest possible visual elements. Included in museum admission, $15 adults, $12 children 3-12. Museum hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays, NOON-5 p.m. Sundays. 757-595-1900. Friday, March 26, 2010, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Virginia Living Museum, 524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd. Newport News 23601.

Hospice Volunteers Urgently Needed

Community Events Heartland Hospice is looking for caring, compassionate individuals to join our volunteer support team, working with individuals and families facing a life threatening illness. Full training is provided. Join us for our next information day. RSVP's are essential. Contact: Volunteer Coordinator. Friday, March 26, 2010, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM. 5029 Corporate Woods Drive Suite 200.

Women of a New Tribe Exhibit

Community Events WOMEN OF A NEW TRIBE EXHIBIT Anderson Johnson Gallery at the Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center February 2 – March 31, Tuesday-Saturday, 11:00am-4:00pm The Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center is proud to open 2010 with the esteemed Jerry Taliaferro’s talent of his exhibit Women of a New Tribe. Women of a New Tribe is a stunning national exhibition celebrating the physical and inner beauty of African American women presented in the 1930s to 1940s glamour, fine art black and white photography styles through the award winning lenses of Jerry Taliaferro. In an effort to honor Peninsula African American women, 24 local women were picked to be an addition to his normal exhibit. These women are celebrated with making a difference in our community and their lifetime. Audience: All, $5 for Adults / $3 for Children, 12 and under, (Tickets are available for purchase at the gallery on the day of admittance) 2410 Wickham Avenue, For more information, contact Lauren Cecora at 757-247-8950, www.downing-gross.org. Price - Low: 3. Price - High: 5. Contact: Lauren Cecora. Friday, March 26, 2010, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Anderson Johnson Gallery at the Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center 2410 Wickham Avenue, Newport News, VA 23607.

In Need Of A Boost

Community Events In life, we all need a boost here and there to keep us going. What we are offering at Cheryl Restaurant is a boost for the people that are in a great financial difficulty. We would like to help ten families with Free Meals at our restaurant once a day every day until they get a job. There is nothing we want in return but to make sure the hunger is filled. We hope to at least remove one worry out of the many challenges they have to face. It will happen as long as God chooses to allow us to help. You can contact Hung or Melanie Ngo at 757-479-3870 or email at Hung@CherylRestaurant.com for more information. Sincerely, Hung Ngo 2-24-2010. Price - Low: 0. Price - High: 0. Ticket Web Link: www.CherylRestaurant.com. Contact: Hung Ngo. Friday, March 26, 2010, 3:00 PM. 1920 Centerville Turnpike Suite 122 Virginia Beach, VA 23464.

Salon Amore Extreme Beauty Makeover Event and Open House

Community Events Newly opened Salon Amore in Suffolk, is looking for Extreme Beauty Make-over and Big Reveal contestants to receive cut, color, style, facial waxing and make-up application free of charge at the Salon Open House on April 3rd. Each contestant will showcase their look at the Big Reveal open to the public from 5:00-8:00 the same day. Interested candidates please submit a photo and contact information to salonamoreva@hotmail.com asap for consideration. Participants will be notified as soon as they are chosen. Local company representatives such as Biologica will be on hand at the event for consultations. Please contact cbh.74@hotmail.com for interest in media participation. Friday, March 26, 2010, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Salon Amore 6546 Townpoint Rd Suffolk, VA 23435.

Children and Art, Part I

Community Events Peninsula Fine Arts Center invites you to join a discussion, led by Curator Michael Preble and Art Educator Janet Rash. Subjects include the important lessons children can learn by looking at art with parents, as well as how to create hands-on activities at home. Friday, March 26, 2010, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM. Peninsula Fine Arts Center 101 Museum Drive Newport News, Virginia 23606.

Fabulation by Lynn Nottage

Community Events COMEDY: Follow the tale of Undine Barnes Calles - a stylish, smart, powerful woman who is the head of her own public relations agency. Unexpectedly, she finds herself pregnant and in financial ruin, crawling back to the family she left behind – erased, actually – in New York City’s Walt Whitman projects. Faced with her crude new reality, Undine must face the life she tried so hard to ignore as she fights to re-affirm her right to be. This Obie Award winning play is a sprawling tale of redemption filled with Hilarious personal and social insight, along with comic and poignant twists – a play Variety called “clever and consistently entertaining.” Directed by David Adams. THIS PRODUCTION IS FOR MATURE AUDIENCES ONLY… Adult Language and Situations. Price - Low: $10. Price - High: $16. Ticket Phone: 757-224-8937. Ticket Web Link: http://ironstreetproductions.com/onstagenow.aspx. Contact: LeRoyce E. Bratsveen. Friday, March 26, 2010, 6:00 PM. Thomas Nelson Community College - MCA 99 Templin Hall Hampton, VA 23666. For more info visit ironstreetproductions.com.

A Night Of Joy

Community Events An Easter Celebration that will transport you back into Jesus' time. Bring your friends, family, or come by yourself...but come out! Explore a Jerusalem marketplace, view art, photography,crafts, live music and much more... Friday, March 26, 2010, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM. 3310 Indian River Road Chesapeake Va. 23325.

Beginning Belly Dance With Rachel

Community Events Want to sweat, shimmy and have some fun? Join me for weekly belly dance classes in Great Bridge section of Chesapeake. I am an award winning dancer and choreographer, known for my eclectic style and stage presence. We will cover basic postures, movements, combinations and layering. No previous experience is necessary. This is the perfect way to add some excitement to your fitness routine. Class dates and times: Friday evenings from 7-8pm Price: $10 per drop in class, $35 for 4 classes or $60 for 8 classes. I can only accept cash, checks and money orders at this time at the door, or pre-pay and register at www.hipnoticbellydancing.com Don't know what to wear? Anything you would wear for a normal workout is great, and some girls like to wear long skirts to help get into the dance mood! And barefoot is best, though socks, jazz shoes (no heels!) or dance paws work, too. And don't forget a hip scarf. Although it is not required for class, it will accentuate your movements in a big way. If you don't have… Friday, March 26, 2010, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Om Tree Yoga 445 N Battlefield Blvd Suite H Chesapeake VA 23320.

GriefShare

Community Events GriefShare is a support group for those who have experienced the death of a loved one. It meets weekly and uses a workbook and a video for group discussion. You may attend at any time. Friday, March 26, 2010, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM. Great Bridge Presbyterian Church 333 Cedar Road Chesapeake, VA 23322.

River of Life Ministries Miracle Makers Revival Meetings

Community Events Come and receive God's salvation, divine healing, deliverance and freedom in Jesus Christ. You will learn how to walk in God's kingdom power and how to be a Miracle Maker for His glory according to Luke 4:18-19! Friday, March 26, 2010, 7:00 PM. Turning Point Church 2641 Princess Anne Road Virginia Beach, VA 23456.

River of Life Ministries Miracle Makers Revival Meetings

Community Events Come and receive God's salvation, divine healing, deliverance, and freedom in Jesus Christ. You will learn how to walk in God's kingdom power and how to be a Miracle Maker for His glory according to Luke 4:18-19! Friday, March 26, 2010, 7:00 PM. Turning Point Church 2641 Princess Anne Road Virginia Beach, VA 23456.

Friday Fling Dance

Community Events Singles Friday Fling Dance - a monthly singles dance usually on last Friday of the month unless otherwise stated. A smoke-free, alcohol-free, singles only dance will be held from 7:30 to 11:30 PM at Church of the Ascension Community Center, 4853 Princess Anne Road in Virginia Beach. Music will be provided by DJ - Rick Taylor. Admission is $6 for members and $10 for non-members. Call (757) 754-7067 or 474-0775 for more details. For additional information related to the dance and other activities visit our website: http://sficvbva.dot5hosting.com Our goal is to provide spiritual and social support for single, separated, divorced, and widowed adults of all faiths in a Christian environment. Serving the Hampton Roads Region, Eastern Virginia and Eastern North Carolina. February 26, 2010 / March 26, 2010 / April 30, 2010. Friday, March 26, 2010, 7:30 PM – 11:00 PM. Church of the Ascension, 48530Princess Anne Road, Virginia Beach, VA. For more info visit sficvbva.dot5hosting.com.

Darwin in Malibu at the Generic Theater

Community Events Meet the man who thought the whole world evolved around him! In this fiercely intelligent comedy, Charles Darwin is in the afterlife sipping smoothies in Malibu with a girl young enough to be his great-granddaughter's great-granddaughter. His paradise is disturbed by an old friend and an old enemy, and in their battle of wits we find out what Eve hid from Adam, what Noah did with the dinosaurs, and why Darwin never made it to heaven! (NOTE: Sunday performances are at 2:30pm). Friday, March 26, 2010, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Generic Theater Downunder Chrysler Hall, 251 St Pauls Blvd, Norfolk 23510. For more info visit www.generictheater.org.

PEARL BAILEY COMEDY SHOWCASE STARRING COCOA BROWN

Community Events To celebrate what would have been Newport News Icon Pearl Bailey's 92nd birthday, The Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center will honor Pearl Bailey with a comedy showcase the last weekend of March to annually celebrate her many talents as a celebrated comedienne, singer, entertainer and comedy as an art form. Kicking off this annual event will be National Comedian/Actress Cocoa Brown who hails from Newport News along with some special guests! Audience: Adult, Tickets are $10, 2410 Wickham Avenue, 757-247-8969, www.downing-gross.org. Price - Low: $10. Ticket Phone: 757-247-8969. Ticket Web Link: www.downing-gross.org. Friday, March 26, 2010, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM. 2410 Wickham Avenue Newport News, VA 23607.

Coastal Cohorts 25th Anniversary Concert Tour

Community Events The Coastal Cohorts are celebrating the group’s 25th anniversary with a statewide concert tour. The Arts of the Albemarle Maguire Theatre in Elizabeth City will be the Cohorts’ stage on Friday, March 26. Concert proceeds will benefit the North Carolina Coastal Federation. Tickets are $20. Coastal Federation members can buy discounted tickets for $15. Tickets are available on-line at www.nccoast.org. The Cohorts will be performing songs and stories from their two popular CD’s “King Mackerel & The Blues Are Running” and “Wild Ponies.” The Cohorts’ music celebrates life on the Carolina coast with a combination of ballads and upbeat dance music with dashes of humor and melancholy. The talented musicians include Jim Wann on guitar, Bland Simpson on piano and Don Dixon on bass and other instruments. Price - Low: 15. Price - High: $20. Age Range: All Ages. Ticket Phone: 252-393-8185. Ticket Web Link: www.nccoast.org. Friday, March 26, 2010, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Arts of the Albermarle Maguire Theatre Elizabeth City, NC.

Soapbox Underground - Open Mic

Community Events We welcome ALL artists - musicians, painters, dancers, poets, singers, speakers, & professional spectators to our stage! The Open Mic is in full effect at SOAPBOX: U. Live music from Brothas Keeper w/ DJ Anarchy! The doors open at 9pm so come and get your eat and your drink on, then sit back and enjoy as the mic opens up at 10pm! Regular admission is $7; Students are $5 18+, relaxed dress. Just come ready to chill! Price - Low: $5. Price - High: $7. Ticket Phone: 757-291-7970. Ticket Web Link: http://soapboxunderground.eventbrite.com/. Contact: Rich: 757-291-7970. Friday, March 26, 2010, 9:00 PM – Saturday, March 27, 2010, 2:00 AM. The Wynnwood Plaza 6128 Jefferson Ave Newport News, VA. For more info visit www.myspace.com.

2010 Outdoor Sculpture Exhibit

Community Events Cast your ballot on your favorite sculpture featred in this historic garden setting and help determine the People's Choice Award for the fifth annual Outdoor Sculpture exhibit. Saturday, March 27, 2010 – Monday, November 29, 2010. Courthouse Galleries Courtyard 400 High Street (corner of Court and High Street) Portsmouth, VA 23704.

Avon Walk for Breast Cancer Fundraiser

Community Events Donate your gently used formals in the name of Avon Walk for Breast Cancer. For every formal donated and sold under our name helps us raise money for our team, USS Cure. Check us out at www.avonwalk.org, team name USS Cure. Saturday, March 27, 2010 – Tuesday, May 4, 2010. Classy Way Consignment 109 Volvo Parkway, Ste. #7 Chesapeake, VA.

Fly for those Who Died: Take a Helicopter Ride

Community Events Donations support families of local Hampton Roads police officers killed in the line of duty and Law Enforcement United. Saturday, March 27, 2010. Saturday, March 27th 9am-5pm Hampton Roads Executive Airport Chesapeake,VA Rte. 58 2 miles W of I-664. For more info visit www.facebook.com.

The Painted Garden Art Exhibit

Community Events This art exhibit is part of the Virginia Beach Garden Tour which is on Wed April 21, 2010. It starts however on March 27th and will run through April 24th. There are over 30 Virginia Artists exhibiting in this show. 25% of each painting sold will benefit the Garden Club of Virginia and will go to the restoration and preservation of historic Virginia gardens. Contact: Brian Murden. Saturday, March 27, 2010 – Saturday, April 24, 2010. Beach Gallery 313 Laskin Road Virginia Beach, VA.

The Painted Garden Art Exhibit

Tidewater Boat Show

The 6th Annual Tidewater Boat Show Returns to Hampton Roads, March 26-28, 2009. Come see area and regional boat dealers and look for show only “Screaming Deals” 804-425-6556. Saturday, March 27, 2010. Hampton Roads Convention Center.

Sentara CarePlex Hospital Auxiliary Mutt & Jeff's 5K Run/Walk

Community Events This is the 2nd annual Sentara CarePlex Auxiliary to benefit Colorectal Cancer. March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness month. Saturday, March 27, 2010, 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM. City Center Oyster Point Newport News.

Beguiled by the Wild

Community Events The first exhibit in Virginia of works by master illustrator and artist Charley Harper (1922 - 2007) is at the VLM through April 25. The exhibit is centered around the personal collection of museum Executive Director Page Hayhurst and her family. It also includes student artwork and interactive art activities in Harper's style (tangrams, large puzzles, alphabet art table and rubbing stations). Harper was best known for his highly stylized wildlife depictions in "minimal realism," capturing the essence of his subjects with the fewest possible visual elements. Included in museum admission, $15 adults, $12 children 3-12. Museum hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays, NOON-5 p.m. Sundays. 757-595-1900. Saturday, March 27, 2010, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Virginia Living Museum, 524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd. Newport News 23601.

Kids in the Kitchen

Community Events This health and fitness fair is designed to teach children and families the importance of good nutrition and a healthy lifestyle. This event is FREE and open to the public! Participants will receive great giveaways; be entered into multiple raffles; and engage in high-energy activities. Additionally, the school with the highest student participation will receive a $500 donation for the purchase of gym equipment. Saturday, March 27, 2010, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Great Bridge/ Hickory YMCA 633 South Battlefield Blvd. Chesapeake, VA 23322.

Free VHDA Homeownership Class

Community Events Call (757)483-9160 or email thejubileeorg@peoplepc.com to register for the class. Saturday, March 27, 2010, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Churchland Branch Library 4934 High Street Portsmouth, VA (757)686-2538.

Cherry Blossom Festival

Community Events The Sister Cities of Virginia Beach and Miyazaki, Japan invite you to enjoy traditional Japanese music, dancing, martial arts demonstrations, and other cultural experiences. Price - Low: $0. Price - High: $0. Age Range: All Ages. Contact: Shannon Moore. Saturday, March 27, 2010, 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM. Red Wing Park 1398 General Booth Blvd Virginia BEach VA 23451. For more info visit wwww.vbgov.com.

Oh boy, what do I do now?

Community Events John Quincy Adams III of New York City will give his answer to the question, "Oh boy, what do I do now?" He invites the listener to explore the thought atmosphere of God, the beauty of holiness, where all lasting solutions exist. Healings described include protection from a high-speed collision, restoration of lost income and property value after the market plunged 22% in 1987, a medically diagnosed case of a terminal illness, and instant recovery from heat stroke. John's great joy is healing. Although he grew up in Christian Science, by his mid twenties, he had developed a serious drug habit and realized that he needed to be free. After reading the Christian Science textbook, Mary Baker Eddy's Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures, through three times, he found himself healed. That experience altered his life and set him on a path of spiritual development and of healing others through Christian Science. John is now a practitioner and teacher of Christian Science as well as a member of the Christia… Saturday, March 27, 2010, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Hampton Public Library 4207 Victoria Blvd. Hampton, VA. For more info visit members.cox.net.

Women of a New Tribe Exhibit

Community Events WOMEN OF A NEW TRIBE EXHIBIT Anderson Johnson Gallery at the Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center February 2 – March 31, Tuesday-Saturday, 11:00am-4:00pm The Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center is proud to open 2010 with the esteemed Jerry Taliaferro’s talent of his exhibit Women of a New Tribe. Women of a New Tribe is a stunning national exhibition celebrating the physical and inner beauty of African American women presented in the 1930s to 1940s glamour, fine art black and white photography styles through the award winning lenses of Jerry Taliaferro. In an effort to honor Peninsula African American women, 24 local women were picked to be an addition to his normal exhibit. These women are celebrated with making a difference in our community and their lifetime. Audience: All, $5 for Adults / $3 for Children, 12 and under, (Tickets are available for purchase at the gallery on the day of admittance) 2410 Wickham Avenue, For more information, contact Lauren Cecora at 757-247-8950, www.downing-gross.org. Price - Low: 3. Price - High: 5. Contact: Lauren Cecora. Saturday, March 27, 2010, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Anderson Johnson Gallery at the Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center 2410 Wickham Avenue, Newport News, VA 23607.

5th Annual Beacons of Hope Relay for Lfe Golf Classic

Community Events 5th Annual Beacons of Hope Golf Classic Proceeds benefit the 2010 American Cancer Society Relay For Life Saturday March 27, 2010 Cypress Creek Golf Course Smithfield, VA 11:30 AM Registration 12:30 PM Shotgun Start Lunch starting at 11:30 Cost is $70 per Golfer Registration AND Payment Deadline: March 15, 2010! Fee includes: Greens Fees, Cart, Range Balls, Lunch, Goody Bag, Raffle Ticket for Door Prizes Prizes will be given for 1st & 2nd, Long Drive and Closest to the Pin Mulligans $5 each – Format: Captain's Choice More info BeaconsGolf@gmail.com or www.iwsbeaconsofhope.org. Price - Low: $70. Ticket Phone: 757 357-5376. Ticket Web Link: http://www.iwsbeaconsofhope.org/Golf_Classic.html. Contact: Mary Anne. Saturday, March 27, 2010, 11:30 AM – 5:30 PM. Cypress Creek Golf Course Smithfield, Va. For more info visit www.iwsbeaconsofhope.org.

Pastoral Installation Service

Community Events We would like to announce the installation service for Pastor Virges Pearson Jr. All are invited to this great event. The speaker will be Apostle Virges Pearson Senior of Charity Church the Church that Christ Built in Fayetteville, NC. For more information contact (Ericka Pearson) at 757-240-8509 Monday through Saturday from 5:00 pm. to 8:00pm. Price - Low: 0. Price - High: 0. Ticket Phone: 757-240-8509. Contact: Ericka Pearson. Saturday, March 27, 2010, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM. Heritage Methodist Church 815 Baker Road Virginia Beach, Va 23462.

WHAT IS COHOUSING?

Community Events Free Cohousing Educational Workshop; Special Guest Speaker: Shirley Confino-Rehder, cid, affil, aia Universal Design Certified Interior Designer, ADA and Universal Design Advocate, lecturer, teacher, author, certified mediator, expert witness, and Chair of the Norfolk Mayor's Committee for Persons with Disabilities LIMITED SEATING; RSVP to: nichehousing@gmail.com or call (757) 806-4298 This event is free, is not a fund raising event, and is presented by NICHE, Inc. We are a 501 (c)(3) organization. Our website is: http://www.nichehousing.org. Saturday, March 27, 2010, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM. 5 POINTS COMMUNITY FARM MARKET, 2500 CHURCH STREET, NORFOLK, VA 23504. For more info visit www.nichehousing.org.

In Need Of A Boost

Community Events In life, we all need a boost here and there to keep us going. What we are offering at Cheryl Restaurant is a boost for the people that are in a great financial difficulty. We would like to help ten families with Free Meals at our restaurant once a day every day until they get a job. There is nothing we want in return but to make sure the hunger is filled. We hope to at least remove one worry out of the many challenges they have to face. It will happen as long as God chooses to allow us to help. You can contact Hung or Melanie Ngo at 757-479-3870 or email at Hung@CherylRestaurant.com for more information. Sincerely, Hung Ngo 2-24-2010. Price - Low: 0. Price - High: 0. Ticket Web Link: www.CherylRestaurant.com. Contact: Hung Ngo. Saturday, March 27, 2010, 3:00 PM. 1920 Centerville Turnpike Suite 122 Virginia Beach, VA 23464.

Salon Amore Extreme Beauty Makeover Event and Open House

Community Events Newly opened Salon Amore in Suffolk, is looking for Extreme Beauty Make-over and Big Reveal contestants to receive cut, color, style, facial waxing and make-up application free of charge at the Salon Open House on April 3rd. Each contestant will showcase their look at the Big Reveal open to the public from 5:00-8:00 the same day. Interested candidates please submit a photo and contact information to salonamoreva@hotmail.com asap for consideration. Participants will be notified as soon as they are chosen. Local company representatives such as Biologica will be on hand at the event for consultations. Please contact cbh.74@hotmail.com for interest in media participation. Saturday, March 27, 2010, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Salon Amore 6546 Townpoint Rd Suffolk, VA 23435.

Fabulation by Lynn Nottage

Community Events COMEDY: Follow the tale of Undine Barnes Calles - a stylish, smart, powerful woman who is the head of her own public relations agency. Unexpectedly, she finds herself pregnant and in financial ruin, crawling back to the family she left behind – erased, actually – in New York City’s Walt Whitman projects. Faced with her crude new reality, Undine must face the life she tried so hard to ignore as she fights to re-affirm her right to be. This Obie Award winning play is a sprawling tale of redemption filled with Hilarious personal and social insight, along with comic and poignant twists – a play Variety called “clever and consistently entertaining.” Directed by David Adams. THIS PRODUCTION IS FOR MATURE AUDIENCES ONLY… Adult Language and Situations. Price - Low: $10. Price - High: $16. Ticket Phone: 757-224-8937. Ticket Web Link: http://ironstreetproductions.com/onstagenow.aspx. Contact: LeRoyce E. Bratsveen. Saturday, March 27, 2010, 6:00 PM. Thomas Nelson Community College - MCA 99 Templin Hall Hampton, VA 23666. For more info visit ironstreetproductions.com.

Orchids at the Palm Court Gala – A Night in Las Vegas – to Benefit the Ronald McDonald House Charities in Norfolk

Summary: Orchids at the Palm Court Gala: A Night in Las Vegas - proceeds benefit the Ronald MacDonald House Charities in Norfolk. Guests will enjoy an evening of dining, gaming and dancing as well as a silent auction. Saturday, March 27th at 6pm at the Norfolk Waterside Marriott. The Ronald McDonald House is a “home away from home” for families with critically ill children receiving treatment in area hospitals. Saturday, March 27, 2010, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Norfolk Waterside Marriott. For more info visit www.rmhcnorfolk.com.

Nite at the Races

Community Events Join former jockey, Jeffrey Carle of Saratoga Springs, NY, and the Corolla Wild Horse Fund for a fun filled night at the races. The event will be held on March 27 at the Flying Dutchman in Corolla. Admission is $25.00 per person and includes heavy hors d’oeuvres, and $50 in play money to get you started. A cash bar and dinner specials will also be available. Chase away the winter doldrums during this fast paced and entertaining evening. Get away for the night or the weekend! Call 252-453-8002 for more information or tickets. All proceeds from this fundraiser benefit the Corolla Wild Horse Fund, which preserves and protects the wild Colonial Spanish Mustangs of the northern beaches of Currituck County. Price - Low: $25.00. Ticket Phone: 252-453-8002. Contact: Denise Wells. Saturday, March 27, 2010, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM. The Flying Dutchman Restaurant in Corolla, NC. For more info visit www.corollawildhorses.com.

Cool Night of Live Jazz

Community Events Come out and enjoy an elegant evening of live jazz, to the tunes of Birdland Express. “Great Food, Great Music, and Great Fun” Tickets: $20 in advance at Birdland Music Store, 957 Providence Sq Shopping Ctr Virginia Beach, VA 23464-4301 $25 at the door. Saturday, March 27, 2010, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM. Grand Affairs 2036 Pleasure House Road Virginia Beach, VA 23455-2710 757-460-9786.

Darwin in Malibu at the Generic Theater

Community Events Meet the man who thought the whole world evolved around him! In this fiercely intelligent comedy, Charles Darwin is in the afterlife sipping smoothies in Malibu with a girl young enough to be his great-granddaughter's great-granddaughter. His paradise is disturbed by an old friend and an old enemy, and in their battle of wits we find out what Eve hid from Adam, what Noah did with the dinosaurs, and why Darwin never made it to heaven! (NOTE: Sunday performances are at 2:30pm). Saturday, March 27, 2010, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Generic Theater Downunder Chrysler Hall, 251 St Pauls Blvd, Norfolk 23510. For more info visit www.generictheater.org.

A Cool Night of Jazz

Community Events Come out and enjoy an elegant evening of live jazz, to the tunes of Birdland Express. “Great Food, Great Music, and Great Fun” Tickets: $20 in advance at Birdland Music Store, 957 Providence Sq Shopping Ctr Virginia Beach, VA 23464-4301 $25 at the door*. Saturday, March 27, 2010, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM. 2036 Pleasure House Road Virginia Beach, VA 23455-2710.

Jeff Dunham

Community Events Jeff Dunham brings his undeniable talent and unstopable laughs to the Constant Center on March 27, 2010 at 8:00 PM. Dunham has taken the art of ventriloquism to new hights and has transformed it into a cutting-edge comedy experience that has gained worldwide appeal. All seats for this hilarious show are only $47.50! Jeff Dunham has been hailed by Time magazine as “perhaps the most popular comedian in the U.S.” and has recently appeared as a speaker at the National Press Club and had a cameo appearance on the Emmy Award-winning Best Comedy “30 Rock” on NBC. Also, October marked the premiere of his Comedy Central TV series “The Jeff Dunham Show”. BUY NOW! CLUB SEATING AVAILABLE: Yes LUXURY BOX SEATING AVAILABLE: Yes SEATING CHART: Jeff Dunham TICKET INFORMATION: Tickets for $47.50 are on-sale now! Saturday, March 27, 2010, 8:00 PM. Ted Constant Center at Old Dominion University, 4320 Hampton Blvd Norfolk VA 23529. For more info visit www.constantcenter.com.

JEFF DUNHAM

Community Events Jeff Dunham brings his undeniable talent and unstoppable laughs to the Constant Center on March 27, 2010 at 8:00 PM. Dunham has taken the art of ventriloquism to new heights and has transformed it into a cutting-edge comedy experience that has gained worldwide appeal. For more information please visit www.constantcenter.com. Saturday, March 27, 2010, 8:00 PM. Ted Constant Center. For more info visit www.facebook.com.

2010 Outdoor Sculpture Exhibit

Community Events Cast your ballot on your favorite sculpture featred in this historic garden setting and help determine the People's Choice Award for the fifth annual Outdoor Sculpture exhibit. Sunday, March 28, 2010 – Tuesday, November 30, 2010. Courthouse Galleries Courtyard 400 High Street (corner of Court and High Street) Portsmouth, VA 23704.

Tidewater Boat Show

The 6th Annual Tidewater Boat Show Returns to Hampton Roads, March 26-28, 2009. Come see area and regional boat dealers and look for show only “Screaming Deals” 804-425-6556. Sunday, March 28, 2010. Hampton Roads Convention Center.

Beguiled by the Wild

Community Events The first exhibit in Virginia of works by master illustrator and artist Charley Harper (1922 - 2007) is at the VLM through April 25. The exhibit is centered around the personal collection of museum Executive Director Page Hayhurst and her family. It also includes student artwork and interactive art activities in Harper's style (tangrams, large puzzles, alphabet art table and rubbing stations). Harper was best known for his highly stylized wildlife depictions in "minimal realism," capturing the essence of his subjects with the fewest possible visual elements. Included in museum admission, $15 adults, $12 children 3-12. Museum hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays, NOON-5 p.m. Sundays. 757-595-1900. Sunday, March 28, 2010, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Virginia Living Museum, 524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd. Newport News 23601.

Be a part of a revolution!

Community Events 1.24.10 the revolution begins! Journey Church launches @ Great Bridge Primary on Cedar Rd. Be there @ 10:30 am to see what God is doing. Stop wasting your life and start living for the God who created you! Price - Low: $0.00. Contact: bobby canipe. Sunday, March 28, 2010, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM. Great Bridge Primary School 408 Cedar Road, Chesapeake, VA, 23322.

The JOURNEY begins!

Community Events Price - Low: $0.00. Sunday, March 28, 2010, 10:30 AM. Great Bridge Primary 408 Cedar Rd Chesapeake VA 23322.

Women of a New Tribe Exhibit

Community Events WOMEN OF A NEW TRIBE EXHIBIT Anderson Johnson Gallery at the Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center February 2 – March 31, Tuesday-Saturday, 11:00am-4:00pm The Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center is proud to open 2010 with the esteemed Jerry Taliaferro’s talent of his exhibit Women of a New Tribe. Women of a New Tribe is a stunning national exhibition celebrating the physical and inner beauty of African American women presented in the 1930s to 1940s glamour, fine art black and white photography styles through the award winning lenses of Jerry Taliaferro. In an effort to honor Peninsula African American women, 24 local women were picked to be an addition to his normal exhibit. These women are celebrated with making a difference in our community and their lifetime. Audience: All, $5 for Adults / $3 for Children, 12 and under, (Tickets are available for purchase at the gallery on the day of admittance) 2410 Wickham Avenue, For more information, contact Lauren Cecora at 757-247-8950, www.downing-gross.org. Price - Low: 3. Price - High: 5. Contact: Lauren Cecora. Sunday, March 28, 2010, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Anderson Johnson Gallery at the Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center 2410 Wickham Avenue, Newport News, VA 23607.

Sunday Morning Worship Service

Community Events Sunday Morning Worship Services 9am - Morning Glory 10:00am - Sunday School & New Members Class 11:30am - Morning Worship. Contact: 757-220-5480. Sunday, March 28, 2010, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM. Bethel Restoration Center 6205 Richmond Road Williamsburg, VA 23188.

International Festival 2010

Community Events PRESS RELEASE: ODU will host its annual International Festival on Sunday, March 28 from noon to 5 p.m. at the Ted Constant Convocation Center. As you embark upon this global extravaganza, the International Festival will celebrate cultures from around the world. As WTKR News Anchor Kurt Williams serves as the official host, participants will witness 19 magnificent performances that will guide you on an exciting and engaging global journey. At the International Marketplace, you will enjoy authentic Greek, Turkish, Korean, Mexican, Indian, and American cuisine and arts and crafts that reflect international artistry. The International Children’s Village will feature 38 Global/International Activity Stations, 24 interactive educational stations, larger than life inflatables, and global animal exhibits. The activities are free and open to the public; ethnic foods and other items will be on sale at the International Marketplace. For more information call the Office of Intercultural Relations at 683-4406… Price - Low: $0. Price - High: $15. Age Range: All Ages. Contact: oir@odu.edu. Sunday, March 28, 2010, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Ted Constant Convocation Center. For more info visit studentaffairs.odu.edu.

Get Fit with the Easter Bunny at Pembroke Mall- FREE!

Community Events The Easter Bunny will workout with a fitness trainer and a yoga instructor! Come and join the fun! The event is located in Art Space in the North Wing. Contact: Susie Wentworth. Sunday, March 28, 2010, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Art Space in the North Wing Pembroke Mall 4554 Virginia Beach Blvd Virginia Beach, VA 23462.

In Need Of A Boost

Community Events In life, we all need a boost here and there to keep us going. What we are offering at Cheryl Restaurant is a boost for the people that are in a great financial difficulty. We would like to help ten families with Free Meals at our restaurant once a day every day until they get a job. There is nothing we want in return but to make sure the hunger is filled. We hope to at least remove one worry out of the many challenges they have to face. It will happen as long as God chooses to allow us to help. You can contact Hung or Melanie Ngo at 757-479-3870 or email at Hung@CherylRestaurant.com for more information. Sincerely, Hung Ngo 2-24-2010. Price - Low: 0. Price - High: 0. Ticket Web Link: www.CherylRestaurant.com. Contact: Hung Ngo. Sunday, March 28, 2010, 3:00 PM. 1920 Centerville Turnpike Suite 122 Virginia Beach, VA 23464.

Tom Sawyer with the Hurrah Players

Community Events Adults - $20 Students - $15. Sunday, March 28, 2010, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts 110 W. Finney Avenue Suffolk, VA 23434.

Salon Amore Extreme Beauty Makeover Event and Open House

Community Events Newly opened Salon Amore in Suffolk, is looking for Extreme Beauty Make-over and Big Reveal contestants to receive cut, color, style, facial waxing and make-up application free of charge at the Salon Open House on April 3rd. Each contestant will showcase their look at the Big Reveal open to the public from 5:00-8:00 the same day. Interested candidates please submit a photo and contact information to salonamoreva@hotmail.com asap for consideration. Participants will be notified as soon as they are chosen. Local company representatives such as Biologica will be on hand at the event for consultations. Please contact cbh.74@hotmail.com for interest in media participation. Sunday, March 28, 2010, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Salon Amore 6546 Townpoint Rd Suffolk, VA 23435.

Fabulation by Lynn Nottage

Community Events COMEDY: Follow the tale of Undine Barnes Calles - a stylish, smart, powerful woman who is the head of her own public relations agency. Unexpectedly, she finds herself pregnant and in financial ruin, crawling back to the family she left behind – erased, actually – in New York City’s Walt Whitman projects. Faced with her crude new reality, Undine must face the life she tried so hard to ignore as she fights to re-affirm her right to be. This Obie Award winning play is a sprawling tale of redemption filled with Hilarious personal and social insight, along with comic and poignant twists – a play Variety called “clever and consistently entertaining.” Directed by David Adams. THIS PRODUCTION IS FOR MATURE AUDIENCES ONLY… Adult Language and Situations. Price - Low: $10. Price - High: $16. Ticket Phone: 757-224-8937. Ticket Web Link: http://ironstreetproductions.com/onstagenow.aspx. Contact: LeRoyce E. Bratsveen. Sunday, March 28, 2010, 6:00 PM. Thomas Nelson Community College - MCA 99 Templin Hall Hampton, VA 23666. For more info visit ironstreetproductions.com.

Open auditions for Anything Goes

Community Events Needed are 6 women, 9 men and an ensemble. Those auditioning should bring a selection to sing. Accompanist will be provided. Musicians and technical crews are also needed. Sunday, March 28, 2010, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. White Building 962 Poquoson Avenue Poquoson, VA 23662 www.pipstheatre.com 757.881.9797.

Darwin in Malibu at the Generic Theater

Community Events Meet the man who thought the whole world evolved around him! In this fiercely intelligent comedy, Charles Darwin is in the afterlife sipping smoothies in Malibu with a girl young enough to be his great-granddaughter's great-granddaughter. His paradise is disturbed by an old friend and an old enemy, and in their battle of wits we find out what Eve hid from Adam, what Noah did with the dinosaurs, and why Darwin never made it to heaven! (NOTE: Sunday performances are at 2:30pm). Sunday, March 28, 2010, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Generic Theater Downunder Chrysler Hall, 251 St Pauls Blvd, Norfolk 23510. For more info visit www.generictheater.org.