http://www.virginia.org Events for Newport News (city) - updated weekly en-us Copyright: 2007(C) Virginia Tourism Corporation, http://www.vatc.org 3/23/2007 10:39:30 AM Newport News (city) Events http://www.virginia.org/images/valogosmall.gif http://www.virginia.org http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=38626 3/24/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=39858 Two Pulitzer-Prize winning historians – David Hackett Fisher of Brandeis University and James McPherson of Princeton University (emeritus) – will explore how Jamestown represented a pivotal moment in America's past and how it fundamentally changed the course of global history. Christopher Newport University's Ferguson Center for the Arts. Tickets $5 through Ferguson Center ticket office. 3/29/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=39859 As part of Christopher Newport University's commemoration of Jamestown 2007, “Actus Fideí” (Acts of Faith) A New Play with Music in Two Acts by Steven Breese, will premiere. Inspired by the life and times of the University's namesake, Captain Christopher Newport, the play is filled with colorful historical figures. Christopher Newport University's Ferguson Center for the Arts. 3/30/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=34118 The Virginia Living Museum presents "The Skies of Jamestown" an original planetarium program celebrating Jamestown 2007, highlighting navigational difficulties faced by colonists on their journey to Jamestown in 1607. Also learn about the skies over Jamestown 400 years ago and today. Public showings March 31 - April 15. Available for groups March 24 - Sept. 9. 3/31/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=40112 Their rich and colorful repertoire consists of 30 dancers with choreography based on authentic dances, some collected in isolated villages with elements dating back hundreds of years. 3/31/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=40113 Cherryholmes is taking the bluegrass world by storm. This incredible family includes mom, dad and four children ages 13 through 21, who travel the country for 300 days per year in their vintage 1960 GM 4104 bus/home - singing, dancing and playing their music with trademark style. 4/5/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=26571 4/7/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=40115 ‘It is difficult to remain indifferent to the energy, beauty of tone, and gracefulness that this group brings to its performances' –The New York Times The Grammy-award winning Orpheus Chamber Orchestra brings virtuosic intensity to a repertoire that embraces music from the classics to contemporary, and has been thrilling music lovers on four continents for 33 years. 4/11/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=40116 ‘I guess what everyone wants more than anything is to be loved.' – Ella Fitzgerald. Since 1996, Christopher Newport University and the City of Newport News have presented the Ella Fitzgerald Music Festival; celebrating the music and life of the first lady of jazz. 4/18/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=26570 4/21/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=35788 4/21/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=40029 4/21/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=42222 The museum celebrates Earth Day with a weekend of special activities for our animals. Watch the animals receive toys, treats and other enrichment activities to stimulate natural behaviors. A new Animal Enrichment Zone will open on the outside boardwalk. The Virginia Garden, a permanent garden that explores 400 years of Virginia's botanical history, will have its official opening. 4/21/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=40117 For decades, Kenny Rogers has delivered memorable songs, drawing fans among rock, pop, soul and country audiences. Just look at the titles: ‘Lady,' ‘Ruby Don't Take Your Love to Town,' ‘The Gambler,' ‘She Believes in Me,' ‘Islands in the Stream,' and ‘We've Got Tonight,' among many others. 4/22/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=35150 Bring your lawn chair and join us on the James A. Fields House lawn to listen to the smooth sounds of the Special Blend Jazz Ensemble as they present a musical jazz tribute remembering Pearl Bailey and Ella Fitzgerald, both Newport News natives! There will be food and fun for all. 4/28/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=40118 Good old-fashioned razzle-dazzle...Ripples of amazement all the way to the back row…that's entertainment!”–The Dallas Morning News For more than 27 centuries, Chinese acrobats have been thrilling audiences, making it the longest running folk art form in history. 4/28/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=35125 Meet Captain Christopher Newport when the “Godspeed” docks in Newport News! Celebrate Newport News' historic role in the arrival of Newport's fleet and the founding of Jamestown. The event will feature performances by nationally known entertainers, tours of the “Godspeed” and fireworks over the James River, plus multi-cultural entertainment, kids' activities, history exhibits and re-enactors. 5/4/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=38177 5/4/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=40120 Childhood friends whose lifelong correspondence begins with birthday party thank-you notes, continues as they later become romantically involved, and on through the college years-where Andy excels, while Melissa languishes, flunking out of several schools. 5/4/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=17496 Children of all ages are the focus of this fantastic day in Newport News Regional Park filled with hands-on activities, rides, food, exhibits and entertainment. This annual event offers nationally known entertainment, over 100 hands-on activities, games, food vendors and rides, all in a beautiful wooded setting. All activities are free. Come and make a day of it! 5/5/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=20669 More than 40 species of native perennials, grasses and shrubs grown by the Museum and Virginia Native Plants Society available in this annual sale. There will be plants for a variety of garden sites - sunny, shady, wet and dry. Many are excellent for attracting butterflies, hummingbirds and other wildlife to your yard. All plants are nursery or garden propagated natives. Sale held weekends only. 5/5/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=39989 5/5/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=40122 An original musical adaptation of the classic tale of Rip Van Winkle; this unique combination of talented puppeteers and actors bring a fresh perspective. Nine foot-tall puppets sing, dance and, yes, even bowl! 5/11/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=20669 More than 40 species of native perennials, grasses and shrubs grown by the Museum and Virginia Native Plants Society available in this annual sale. There will be plants for a variety of garden sites - sunny, shady, wet and dry. Many are excellent for attracting butterflies, hummingbirds and other wildlife to your yard. All plants are nursery or garden propagated natives. Sale held weekends only. 5/12/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=24051 5/19/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=25521 Vendors will be selling antique and contemporary toy soldiers and minatures. Also on sale will be historical miniature kits and models in metal and plastic along with 12" adult collectables. Join us for this salute to Armed Forces Day. Included with regular admission. 5/19/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=38627 5/19/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=39981 5/19/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=41830 PEOPLE dubbed these ‘20-something' Juilliard- trained concert pianists who happen to be siblings, “The Fab Five.” They've been blowing the doors off classical music since 2005 with their self-titled debut release. Their new release and their amazing performance on five Steinways is proof of their dream — to wake up classical music. Get ready for one not-to-be-missed family reunion. 5/23/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=41826 Founded over two decades ago in South Central Los Angeles, with a $25 loan, and a dream to help minority dance artists, this group is now one of our nation's most admired African-American dance companies. “Performing at a level that is…simply jaw-dropping…One of the most profound performances… of a lifetime.” — Dance Magazine 5/24/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=40123 Did your mother come from Ireland? Or perhaps your second cousin twice removed by marriage? No matter, there's something Irish about everyone, and it is that ‘something' which is sharply captured in Riverdance, the spectacular dance show where its very face is the map of Ireland. Co-presented with Christopher Newport University's Ferguson Center for the Arts. 5/25/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=35793 5/28/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=40030 6/2/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=39983 6/9/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=39984 6/13/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=35148 Learn about the history of Juneteenth as the James A. Fields House and The Newsome House Museum & Cultural Center partner for this fun-filled event. Costumed interpreters will tell the story of how the slaves in Galveston, Texas didn't get the word of their freedom until two years after the end of the Civil War. Evening festival events will be be held at King-Lincoln Park. 6/16/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=39985 6/16/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=26760 6/25/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=39457 6/25/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=39984 6/27/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=30966 Everyone is invited to the Virginia Peninsula's biggest Fourth of July party at the Downtown Superblock in Newport News. Enjoy dinner hot off a food vendor's grill and then sit back and relax as the stage comes alive with music from nationally known entertainers. At the last notes end, the sky over the James River explodes with a kaleidoscope of color in a spectacular fireworks show. 7/4/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=26760 7/9/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=39457 7/9/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=39984 7/11/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=40012 7/16/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=39986 7/21/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=26760 7/23/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=39457 7/23/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=39984 7/25/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=26829 7/30/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=27005 7/30/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=42220 Enjoy interactive demonstrations that feature a variety of the skills Virginia pioneers needed to “rough it” in the wilderness. Find out how and why ponies were introduced to Chincoteague. Enjoy live animal programs that showcase creatures from Virginia's wild forests and fields. Kids can take a pony ride and try their hand at pioneer crafts. 8/4/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=26760 8/6/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=39457 8/6/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=39984 8/8/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=27005 8/13/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=26760 8/20/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=39457 8/20/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=39984 8/22/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=20672 More than 40 species of summer and fall blooming native wildflowers, shrubs and trees for a variety of garden sites will be available for purchase. All are ready to fall planting, many will attract butterflies, hummingbirds and other wildlife to your back yard. All plants are nursery propagated. Saturday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Sunday, noon to 3 p.m. Sale is held rain or shine. Free admission. 9/22/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=30969 Experience Southeast Virginia's biggest celebration of traditional crafts, trades and entertainment at this annual festival held in Newport News Regional Park. Stroll through the craft and trade demonstration areas, enjoy continuous entertainment on four stages, sample regional and traditional foods and admire the wide variety of handmade items for sale. $5 parking fee per vehicle. 10/6/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=24054 10/13/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=20696 This is a nonscary Halloween celebration for families with children ages 12 and under. Enjoy live animal shows and a lantern walk through the night forest. Explore the haunted World of Darkness, meet the Storytelling Witch, Pumpkin Lady, Mad Scientist and Spider Lady. Search for gold in the Pirate's Cave. Enjoy creepy crafts and kids' games. 10/19/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=17393 10/26/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=35754 11/3/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=23140 Help honor the men and women who served in our armed forces. Sponsored by Braxton-Perkins Post #25 of the American Legion, this annual ceremony is held at 11am. After the ceremony, the public is invited to learn about America's rich military heritage at the Virginia War Museum. Visit the museum and receive $1 off admission. 11/11/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=42221 Celebrate the cultural heritage of Virginia's Native American people. Enjoy storytelling, crafts, music, cultural exhibits, and live animal programs featuring native animals from traditional stories. In the Virginia Garden, discover the ways native plants were used by Virginia's original settlers. Kids will enjoy playing games that Indian children once played and can make a craft to take home. 11/17/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=40016 12/7/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=26858 12/8/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=29786 12/13/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=42496 Enjoy an evening of wine tasting, microbrews, great food and live music. Food selections will be available from area restaurants. 10 percent discount for groups. Fund-raiser to support museum operations. 2/8/2008