Find an ever-evolving list of FARMERS MARKETS in our region. We are always on the lookout for more, too. Fresh produce, meats, seafood, artisan-made items, prepared foods—you never know what you will find. Buy local!
WHAT’S HAPPENING
“NBC Sunday Spotlight” by Kerry Sanders
Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind Project
Completion: 2026 | NBC News’ Sunday TODAY recently highlighted the Dominion Energy Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind Project. This project will construct a large-scale, pollution-free wind power plant off the coast of Virginia and could become a model for generating clean energy. One revolution of a turbine could create enough energy to power a house of a full day.
Pumpkinpalooza!
Through October 31 | Chrysler Museum of Art
Join the Studio team in creating your very own glass pumpkin. Choose from an array of color options to make your object unique. With the instructor’s help, apply colorful crushed glass to molten clear glass on a long metal tube. Objects are inflated with a special compressed air device. Watch as the team spirals a curly stem to bring your pumpkin to life. DETAILS
Glass Studio Pumpkin Patch Sale | October 9—Harvest your own fall collectible at our outdoor pumpkin patch. Shop for unique, handcrafted pumpkins created by artists at the Perry Glass Studio, and guarantee bountiful fall décor for your home. Glass pumpkins will be available in an array of shapes, patterns, and colors. Prices range from $10–$300, and your purchase supports our local artists. DETAILS
Virginia Opera Fall Season
Virginia Opera, The Official Opera Company of the Commonwealth of Virginia, has events scheduled for the fall.
Beginning in October, Earth to Kenzie is a series of free performances at a variety of locations. Rounding out the latter part of the month is Virginia Opera’s Wednesday Wind Down, a lawn concert series on the steps of the Harrison Opera House in Norfolk.
November marks the return of a fan favorite with La Bohème: Rodolfo Remembers. This is an intimate take on Puccini’s classic, full of emotion and some of the most memorable pieces in all of opera. A perfect introduction to anyone curious about opera.
WinterFest on the Wisconsin
Nov. 11–Jan. 2 | Nauticus’ WinterFest on the Wisconsin returns to the Downtown Norfolk waterfront this holiday season with new, uniquely themed light zones, below deck tours, live music & entertainment, a never-before-seen Santa Experience, and a new restaurant inside the Battleship Wisconsin’s historic wardroom.
Tickets on sale now.
Photo by Alexandr Ivanov
Summer of Women Exhibition
July 17 thru Oct 24 | The Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art (Virginia MOCA) is pleased to feature the work of distinguished women-identifying artists from Hampton Roads as well as the broader southeastern region and from across the country. In addition, the museum will mount a juried exhibition of artwork created by area teens. More information on She Says: Women, Words, and Power, Amplify, Lauren Keim: Everyday Magic, and Emergence: Teen Juried Exhibition can be found on the Virginia MOCA website. As part of an ongoing commitment to expand access, Virginia MOCA will launch Thursday evening hours with the opening of the Summer of Women exhibition suite. As of July 17 museum hours will be as follows: Thursdays: 10am – 8pm Friday – Sunday: 10am – 4pm Monday through Wednesday the museum is closed to the general public and hosts school tours as well as private tours for groups and patrons.
Boulevard Update
Frank Sings Frank
Frank Cubilo pays tribute to Frank Sinatra in his performances across the region as Frank Sings Frank.
Hurricane Readiness
Atlantic hurricane season is recognized as June 1 to November 30. We've compiled some resources to prepare you before, during and after the storm comes.
Celebrating Women
Be inspired by five women on this last day of Women's History Month with The Sandler Center's free livestream, Celebrating Women 2021.
Persistence, Perseverance and Resilience
The Feb-Apr 2021 issue of Boulevard: a glance back and reflection on the possibilities moving forward for opportunity and growth
Boulevard Update Ed. 5 : Fall sights, holiday plans
Surf for the cure, star gazing, fall sights and some upcoming events for the holidays
Boulevard Update Ed. 4 : A farewell, the great pumpkin, Halloween events
A profound loss, the great pumpkin, and your Halloween 2020 weekend plans.
POSTS
Virginia COVID-19 Update
Governor Northam has issued new COVID restrictions, effective Nov. 15.
Opt Outside Beach Walk
November 28 False Cape State Park Meet at Back Bay [...]
Autumn Images
24 of the best events for the weekend of All Hallows’ Eve filled with costumes, fun and of course, candy for adults, kids, singles, and families. Have a spoooky Halloween!
The Ultimate Halloween 2020 Events Guide for Tidewater
24 of the best events for the weekend of All Hallows’ Eve filled with costumes, fun and of course, candy for adults, kids, singles, and families. Have a spoooky Halloween!
Nine local craft beer fall limited releases we’re stoked about
Regardless of the temps, we've got the rundown on nine limited release brews that'll remind you that it is, in fact sweater weather. Get them before they're gone for a year.
Six local farm stands to visit this fall
Support local farms and browse in-season veggies - plus a memory-making socially distanced corn maze or two.