Due to health & safety concerns, some of the listed events may be cancelled or postponed. Please call to confirm.
Wednesday 1
Whale Watching Tours - Times vary thru March. Come as close as possible to amazing marine life. RR ($) Va. Aquarium 757-385-3474 (VB)
Tunes for Tots - 10-11 a.m. Also 3/8. Play instruments to learn about sound & rhythm. RR ($) Norfolk Botanical Garden 757-441-5830 (N)
S.T.E.M. Time - 3-4 p.m. Every Wed. School age. Focus on different areas each week. RR Cuffee Outreach Library 757-410-7100 (C)
2022 Citizen of the Year Award Dinner - 6 p.m. Spon. by Smithfield Rotary & Smithfield Ruritan Clubs. Honoring Steve W. Edwards. RR ($) Smithfield Center, 220 N. Church St. 757-356-9939 (Smithfield)
The Business of Art - 6 p.m. Join the ODU Business Development Center to discuss how to turn your talents into a successful enterprise. RR ($) Va. MOCA 757-425-0000 (VB)
Broadway in Norfolk: Come From Away - 7:30 p.m. Times vary thru 3/5. Enjoy the story of 7,000 stranded passengers and the small town in Newfoundland that welcomed them. ($) Chrysler Hall 757-664-6464 (N)
Va. Stage Company: Angry, Raucous & Shamelessly Gorgeous - 7:30 p.m. Times vary thru 3/19. Will the curtain close on Anna’s career? ($) Wells Theatre 757-627-1234 (N)
Welcome to Night Vale: The Haunting of Night Vale - 7:30 p.m. The show that delighted & freaked out audiences across the world. ($) Sandler Center 757-385-2787 (VB)
Thursday 2
Sharks After Dark - 6 p.m. Ages 21+. Enjoy animals & exhibits free from daytime crowds. RR ($) Va. Aquarium 757-385-3474 (VB)
Superheroes & Villains Live Game Show - 7 p.m. ($) Family Fun Experience Theatre, 206 16th St. www.FFXshow.org, 757-797-4020 (VB)
NSU Theatre: Thoughts of a Colored Man - 7:30 p.m. Times vary thru Sun. Enjoy this landmark Broadway production infused w/ poetry, music, comedy & drama. ($) Brown Memorial Hall 757-823-9009 (N)
Planetarium Shows: Cosmic Symphony - 8-9 p.m. Every Thurs. in March. Take an audio visual journey through the universe. RR Chesapeake Planetarium 757-547-0153 (C)
Friday 3
Simple Yoga for Real People - 10:30-11:30 p.m. Mon. & Fri. via Zoom. RR ($) Wells Therapeutics 757-490-9488 (Virtual)
Beyond the Frame Series - Ongoing via social media. Every 1st Fri. Enjoy a BTS look at the world-class art collection. Mariners’ Museum 757-596-2222 (Virtual)
Theatre Clean-Up Volunteer Day - 10 a.m. Get a free ticket when you help out! ($) Family Fun Experience Theatre, 206 16th St. www.FFXshow.org, 757-797-4020 (VB)
Civil War Lecture: Union Wooden Fleet in HR - 12 p.m. In-person & live-streamed. RR ($) Mariners’ Museum 757-596-2222 (NN)
The Power of Play! - 12:30-1:30 p.m. Ages 0-7. Learn to create a playful environment where children will thrive. RR CHKD, www.chkd.org/class, 757-667-7402 (Virtual)
Show Off! National Art Exhibition Opening Reception - 6-8 p.m. View works by 70+ contemporary artists. Va. Beach Art Center 532 Va. Beach Blvd. 757-425-6671 (VB)
Wine Tasting - 7:15 p.m. Every 1st Fri. Enjoy tastings + shop specials. ($) Pagan River Wine Merchants, 409 S. Church St. 757-357-5375 (Smithfield)
Taking Measure - 7:30 p.m. Times vary thru 3/18. Explore today’s Me Too movement and Cancel Culture in a surprisingly nuanced way. ($) Zeiders American Dream Theatre 757-499-0317 (VB)
Smithfield Little Theatre: The Kitchen Witches - 8 p.m. Times vary thru Sun. Insults are flung harder than food in this production! ($) Smithfield Little Theatre, 210 N. Church St. 757-357-7338 (Smithfield)
Va. Opera: La Traviata - 8 p.m. Times vary thru Sun. Prepare to be swept away by one of opera’s most tragic love stories. ($) Harrison Opera House 757-664-6464 (N)
Saturday 4
Buckroe Beach Farmers Market - 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Every Sat. Themed market days, vendors + more. Buckroe Beach Gazebo 757-877-2933 (H)
Olde Towne Antiques & Flea Market - 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Every 1st Sat. Browse antique & vintage wares, crafts + more. Middle Street 757-339-1876 (P)
Veggie Gardening: Starting from Seed - 11 a.m. Learn how to choose seeds, soil & provide the right environment. RR McDonald Garden Center, Independence & Great Neck Locations 757-464-5564 (VB)
Theatre Garage Sale Day - 12 p.m. Families sell & share. RR ($) Family Fun Experience Theatre, 206 16th St. www.FFXshow.org, 757-797-4020 (VB)
Super Science Sleuths - 1:30-2 p.m. Every Sat. Meet wildlife, touch artifacts & explore. ($) Va. Living Museum 757-595-1900 (NN)
The Imagination Movers - 2 p.m. w/ pre- and post-show meet & greet. Enjoy this eclectic performance encouraging creativity & personal growth in young minds. ($) American Theatre 757-722-2787 (H)
757 Teen Connect - 3:30 p.m. Every Sat. Radio show for teens, by teens. Teens with a Purpose 757-747-2679 (Virtual)
Church Street Jazz Series: Tony Miceli, Vibaphone - 7:30 p.m. w/ John Toomey, piano; Jim Masters, bass; Tony Martucci, drums. ($) Attucks Theatre 757-664-6464 (N)
Sunday 5
Symphonicity: Masterworks III: Earthrise - 3 p.m. This Earth, Wind & Fire concert focuses on earth, our community & our diverse world w/ the integration of poetry. ($) Sandler Center 757-385-2787 (VB)
Monday 6
The Moody Blues’ John Lodge Performs Days of Future Past - 7:30 p.m. ($) Sandler Center 757-385-2787 (VB)
Tuesday 7
COVID Vaccines & Boosters - 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Every Tues. Chesapeake Health Dept., 748 Battlefield Blvd. 757-382-8650 (C)
Jazz/Musical Theatre - 11 a.m. Every Tues. Learn basic steps! PrimePlus Senior Center, 7300 Newport Ave. 757-625-5857 (N)
Crystal Bowl Sound Bath - 11 a.m.-noon. Enjoy gentle movement & guided meditation followed by a sound bath. RR ($) Norfolk Botanical Garden 757-441-5830 (N)
Backyard Critters - 1-3 p.m. Learn how to coexist peacefully with wildlife who pass through your yard. RR ($) Norfolk Botanical Garden 757-441-5830 (N)
Open Mic Night - 7 p.m. Every Tues. in March. Family. All talents welcome. ($) Family Fun Experience Theatre, 206 16th St. www.FFXshow.org, 757-797-4020 (VB)
Wednesday 8
Folk Dancing - 9 a.m. Every Wed. Seniors. Learn about folk dances & folk music from around the globe. RR PrimePlus Senior Center, 7300 Newport Ave. 757-625-5857 (N)
Curbside Food Pantry - 10-11:30 a.m. Every Wed. Supporting seniors in wellness. PrimePlus Senior Ctr., 7300 Newport Ave. 757-625-5857 (N)
Farmers Market - 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Every Wed. Chesapeake Health Dept., 748 Battlefield Blvd. 757-382-8650 (C)
Fossils, Franklinite, Furs & More - 2 p.m. Every Wed. Ages 10+. Enjoy a BTS tour, educational materials + hands-on experiences. RR ($) Va. Living Museum 757-595-1900 (NN)
VIBES Open Mic - 5-6 p.m. via Instagram. Every Wed. Teens & YA. Share your latest work. Teens with a Purpose 757-747-2679 (Virtual)
Family Night - 5:30-9 p.m. Every Wed. AYCE pizza, skating + more. ($) Haygood Roller Skating Center, 1036 Ferry Plantation Rd. 757-460-1138 (VB)
Thursday 9
Spring Showcase Show & Tell Webinar - 11 a.m. via Facebook. Learn about the top picks for the season & more. RR McDonald Garden Center 757-464-5564 (Virtual)
Monthly Open House - 5:30-6:30 p.m. Ask questions & tour the office. RR Pediatric Associates of Williamsburg, 119 Bulifants Blvd. 757-564-7337 (W)
Chesapeake Sports Club Annual Jamboree - 6 p.m. Social hour. 7 p.m. dinner. w/ Keynote speaker Johnny Bench, former Cincinnati Reds catcher. RR ($) Chesapeake Conference Center 757-382-2500 (C)
Build a Robot Party - 6-7 p.m. Spon. by Girl Scouts of the Colonial Coast. Build a robot out of recycled materials. RR A Place for Girls 757-547-4405 (C)
Out of the Box Emerging Artist Series: Bobby Blackhat - 7 p.m. Enjoy one of HR’s best local bands. Sandler Center 757-385-2787 (VB)
Va. Symphony Orchestra: Mozart’s Requiem - 7:30 p.m. Enjoy darkly rich orchestration & otherworldly radiance. ($) Chrysler Hall 757-664-6464 (N)
Friday 10
YES Fest - Times vary thru Sat. Featuring 25 bands from Va. & beyond! ($) ODU Goode Theatre & Gordon Art Galleries 757-683-5305 (N)
Civil War Lecture: Development of Confederate Ironclads - 12 p.m. In-person & live-streamed. RR ($) Mariners’ Museum 757-596-2222 (NN)
Shamrockin’ in Ghent - 6-10 p.m. Enjoy musical performances, food trucks & more. Colley Ave. 757-625-6161 (N)
Generic Theater: The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time - 8 p.m. Times vary thru 3/25. Christopher’s detective work takes him on a thrilling journey that upturns his world. ($) Chrysler Hall 757-664-6464 (N)
Saturday 11
Va. Stage Company Second Saturdays Courses - Call for times every 2nd Sat. Learn acting techniques, performance styles & prep for auditions! RR ($) Wells Theatre 757-627-1234 (N)
Special Locally-Produced Movie Screening: Hollywood, Teach Us To Pray - Call for times. Also Sun. ($) Family Fun Experience Theatre, 206 16th St. www.FFXshow.org, 757-797-4020 (VB)
Capt. Henry Marx Memorial US Sailing Int’l Safety at Sea Course - 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Improve your skills & receive certification. RR ($) Mariners’ Museum 757-596-2222 (NN)
Outdoor Fun Summer Camp Open House - 9-11 a.m. Spon. by Girl Scouts of the Colonial Coast. Learn what girl scouts can do! RR Camp Skimino 757-547-4405 (W)
Battle of HR Commemoration - 10 a.m.-2 p.m. The clash between iron & wood changed naval warfare forever! RR ($) Mariners’ Museum 757-596-2222 (NN)
Int’l Conscious Connection Holistic & Spiritual Art Expo - 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Also Sun. Discover aromatherapy, astrology, natural healing, reiki & more. ($) Batten Center, 5817 Wesleyan Dr. 757-228-4756 (VB)
Color in Bloom: Using Hues to Enhance Your Landscape Design - 10 a.m. Unleash a rainbow of color in your garden! RR McDonald Garden Center, Independence Location 757-464-5564 (VB)
St. Patrick’s Day Parade - 10:30 a.m. Downtown Smithfield 757-357-5182 (Smithfield)
Children’s Theatre of HR: Jack & the Beanstalk - 11 a.m.-noon & 2-3 p.m. All ages. Journey to the land of the giants. ($) Zeiders American Dream Theatre 757-499-0317 (VB)
VBGIGS: The Rhodes Academy of Irish Dance - 1-2 p.m. Dancing, folklore, and fiddle tunes bring Irish culture to life + meet & greet after show. Sandler Center 757-385-2787 (VB)
Ballet Virginia: Coppelia - 2 p.m. & 7:30 pm. Enjoy this classic comic ballet. ($) Sandler Center 757-385-2787 (VB)
Sensory Friendly Morning - 7:30-9 a.m. Every 2nd Sat. Enjoy animals & exhibits with limited sounds & other mods. RR ($) Va. Aquarium 757-385-3474 (VB)
Stargazing & Laser Evening - 5 p.m. Every 2nd Sat. View the night sky + planetarium program & laser shows. ($) Va. Living Museum 757-595-1900 (NN)
Icons: A Tribute Show - 8 p.m. Dance to #1 hits by iconic women from the 60s to today. ($) Suffolk Center 757-923-2900 (S)
Margaret Cho Live - 8 p.m. Adults. Enjoy this actress, comedian, musician & activist. ($) American Theatre 757-722-2787 (H)
Sunday 12
Friendly Hours - 9-11 a.m. Every 2nd Sun. Experience the museum w/ reduced sound & lighting. RR ($) Mariners’ Museum 757-596-2222 (NN)
Sensory Sundays - 9 a.m.-noon. Every 2nd Sun. Enjoy reduced lights, sounds & guests. RR ($) Children’s Museum 757-393-5258 (P)
Get Well Soon Workshop: Sound Bath - 5 p.m. Bring the mind, body & spirit back into harmony. RR ($) Va. MOCA 757-425-0000 (VB)
Va. Symphony Orchestra: Mozart’s Requiem - 7:30 p.m. Enjoy darkly rich orchestration & otherworldly radiance. ($) Sandler Center 757-385-2787 (VB)
Monday 13
Mystery Readers Book Club - 5:30-6:30 p.m. Every 2nd Mon. Discuss mysteries & answer questions. RR Greenbrier Library 757-410-7100 (C)
Tuesday 14
Plan B Jam: Open Mic for Improv Games - 7:30 p.m. Participate in the fun. ($) Zeiders American Dream Theatre 757-499-0317 (VB)
Wednesday 15
It’s a Virtual Baby Shower! - 12-1:30 p.m. Shower you & your baby w/ love & education. RR CHKD, www.chkd.org/class, 757-667-7402 (Virtual)
Teaching w/ Art - 5 p.m. Educators of all grade levels. Learn how to provide contemporary artwork & primary sources in your curriculum. RR Va. MOCA 757-425-0000 (VB)
Harness Your Parenting Parenting Personality Superpowers - 6:30-7:30 p.m. Learn to maintain a strong emotional connection w/ your child. RR CHKD, www.chkd.org/class, 757-667-7402 (Virtual)
Artist Member Panel: Copywriting & Publishing Your Work - 7 p.m. ($) Zeiders American Dream Theatre 757-499-0317 (VB)
Thursday 16
Aquila Theatre: Pride & Prejudice - 7:30 p.m. Austen’s tale of Georgian society deliciously skewers the hypocrisies of the English class system. ($) Attucks Theatre 757-664-6464 (N)
Friday 17
St. Patrick’s Day Bash - 5 p.m. Live music & festive food. Cheers! Eagle’s Nest Rockin’ Country Bar, 1723 Parkview Dr. 757-420-9191 (C)
Hurrah Players: Disney & Pixar’s Finding Nemo, Junior - 7 p.m. Also Sat. & Sun. 2 p.m. Dive into this big blue world of the beloved movie. ($) Sandler Center 757-385-2787 (VB)
St. Pat’s Day Mystery Show - 7 p.m. Enjoy this family-friendly whodunit! ($) Family Fun Experience Theatre, 206 16th St. www.FFXshow.org, 757-797-4020 (VB)
Va. Arts Festival: Rhythm Live! - 7:30 p.m. Enjoy irresistible rhythms of the Caribbean and West African music. ($) Harrison Opera House 757-664-6464 (N)
Saturday 18
RAAW: Reptiles & Amphibians Weekend - 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Also Sun. See a wide variety of native and exotic reptiles and amphibians on display and in live animal programs + tips on owning reptiles or amphibians as pets. ($) Virginia Living Museum 757-595-1900 (NN)
Outdoor Fun Summer Camp Open House - 9-11 a.m. Spon. by Girl Scouts of the Colonial Coast. Learn what girl scouts can do! RR Camp Apasus 757-547-4405 (N)
Creek Cleanup - 9-11 a.m. Family. Come help clean Owls Creek! RR Va. Aquarium 757-385-3474 (VB)
Old Beach Art & Eco Market - 9 a.m.-noon. Shop eco-friendly products and local art. ViBe Park, 1810 Cypress Ave. 757-486-0469 (VB)
HR Writers: Traveling Pen Series Workshop - 9:30 a.m.-noon. Submitting Your Work to Magazines & Journals. RR ($) VB Tidewater Community College Blackwater Bldg. 757-639-6146 (VB)
Satellite Gallery Opening Reception: In the Abstract - 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Enjoy light refreshments & meet the artists. ($) Va. MOCA 757-425-0000 (VB)
Children’s Theatre of HR: Jack & the Beanstalk - 11 a.m.-noon & 2-3 p.m. All ages. Journey to the land of the giants. ($) Peninsula Community Theatre 757-595-5728 (NN)
Art in Motion Demo Series - 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Every 3rd Sat. Enjoy art demos. d’Art Center, 740 Boush St. 757-625-4211 (N)
Nat’l Association of Composers USA/MA Concert: Spring Treasures - 1 p.m. Central Library 757-768-6263 (VB)
Coastal Va/ Chamber Music Recital Series: Flights of Fantasy - 7-8:30 p.m. ($) Great Bridge UMC, 201 Stadium Dr. 757-482-1049 (C)
Va. Arts Festival: Randall Goosby, Violin & Anna Han, Piano - 7:30 p.m. ($) Attucks Theatre 757-664-6464 (N)
Plan B Comedy Show: TBD (That Bird Dead) - 8 p.m. ($) Zeiders American Dream Theatre 757-499-0317 (VB)
Sunday 19
KODO: One Earth Tour “Tsunami” - 4 p.m. Enjoy traditional taiko drums w/ acrobatic dance. ($) Chrysler Hall 757-664-6464 (N)
Monday 20
Welcome Baby! - 4:30-6 p.m. Learn about sleep safety, swaddling, cord care & more. RR Suffolk Pediatrics, 1009 Hillpoint Blvd. 757-668-2250 (S)
Tuesday 21
The Z Open Mics: The Undiscovered - 7:30 p.m. Step into the spotlight! ($) Zeiders American Dream Theatre 757-499-0317 (VB)
Wednesday 22
Build a Robot Party - 6-7 p.m. Spon. by Girl Scouts of the Colonial Coast. Build a robot out of recycled materials. RR Bethany UMC 757-547-4405 (H)
Blippi: The Wonderful World Tour - 6 p.m. Enjoy dancing, singing & endless fun! ($) Chartway Arena 757-683-4444 (N)
Grieving & Growing: Helping Children Cope w/ Change - 6:30-7:30 p.m. Understand and respond to children coping with loss. RR CHKD, www.chkd.org/class, 757-667-7402 (Virtual)
Thursday 23
Bluey’s Big Play - 6 p.m. The popular children’s TV series as you’ve never seen it before, brought to real life. ($) Chrysler Hall 757-664-6464 (N)
Friday 24
Wearable Arts Show: The Art of Storytelling - 6-9 p.m. Spon. by Governor’s School for the Arts. See amazing works of art inspired by the museum’s collections & exhibitions. Chrysler Museum 757-664-6200 (N)
Gigglemill Family Improv - 7 p.m. ($) Family Fun Experience Theatre, 206 16th St. www.FFXshow.org, 757-797-4020 (VB)
Eddie Williams Quartet - 7:30 p.m. ($) Zeiders American Dream Theatre 757-499-0317 (VB)
Saturday 25
Spring Craft Fair - 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Browse crafts, concessions + children’s activities. Indian River High School 757-578-7000 (C)
Build a Robot Party - 10-11 a.m. Spon. by Girl Scouts of the Colonial Coast. Build a robot out of recycled materials. RR Nimmo UMC 757-547-4405 (VB)
Mixed Media: Collage on Canvas - 1-3 p.m. Ages 6-8. Create a professional-quality collage. RR ($) Va. MOCA 757-425-0000 (VB)
Hurrah Players: Disney & Pixar’s Finding Nemo, Junior - 2 p.m. Dive into this big blue world of the beloved movie. ($) Suffolk Center 757-923-2900 (S)
Diana Warwick: Hits! The Musical - 7:30 p.m. Extraordinary singing, spectacular dancing, hundreds of costume changes & more. ($) Harrison Opera House 757-664-6464 (N)
The Foggy Fox Pirates Murder Mystery - 7 p.m. ($) Family Fun Experience Theatre, 206 16th St. www.FFXshow.org, 757-797-4020 (VB)
Va. Symphony Orchestra: Violinist Gil Shaham Returns - 7:30 p.m. Enjoy this local favorite. ($) Chrysler Hall 757-664-6464 (N)
Church Street Jazz Festival: Mike Phillips - 8 p.m. Enjoy smooth, romantic riffs w/ funky, hip-hop sounds. ($) Attucks Theatre 757-664-6464 (N)
Sunday 26
Looking to Learn: Art & Storytime - 10 a.m. Ages 3-8. RR ($) Va. MOCA 757-425-0000 (VB)
Va. Symphony Orchestra: Violinist Gil Shaham Returns - 7:30 p.m. Enjoy this local favorite. ($) Sandler Center 757-385-2787 (VB)
Tuesday 28
Build a Robot Party - 6-7 p.m. Spon. by Girl Scouts of the Colonial Coast. Build a robot out of recycled materials. RR Thalia UMC 757-547-4405 (VB)
Broadway in Norfolk: Hamilton - 7:30 p.m. Times vary thru 4/9. The story of America then, told by America now. ($) Chrysler Hall 757-664-6464 (N)
Wednesday 29
Positive Discipline - 6:30-7:30 p.m. Ages 5-12. Learn techniques to establish strong relationships & responsible children. RR CHKD, www.chkd.org/class, 757-667-7402 (Virtual)
Thursday 30
Darci Tucker Presentation - 6-7 p.m. Enjoy this one-woman, three-character interactive play exploring the events that led to the American Revolution. ($) Great Bridge Battlefield & Waterways Museum 757-482-4480 (C)
Sam Morril: Class Act Tour - 7 p.m.Enjoy one of the fastest-rising stand-up comics. ($) Attucks Theatre 757-664-6464 (N)
Please call to confirm. RR - Reservation req’d. ($) Fee (C) Chesapeake (H) Hampton (N) Norfolk (NN) Newport News (P) Portsmouth (S) Suffolk (VB) Va. Beach (W) W’burg