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Welcome to the May calendar of events, where you’ll find tons of fun for you and your family! Please call to confirm. For advertising rates, please email peggy@tidewaterfamilyplus.com.

Thursday 1

Sharks After Dark - 6-9 p.m. Every 1st Thurs. Ages 21+. Enjoy the exhibits free of high-energy kiddos. RR ($) Va. Aquarium 757-385-3474 (VB)

Singer Songwriter Night - 6:30-8:30 p.m. Every 1st Thurs. Enjoy original music of local songwriters. MoMac Brewing, 3228 Academy Ave. 757-383-9572 (P)

Friday 2

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)

Garden Artists: Print Making - 10-11 a.m. Ages 5-11 w/ caregiver. Learn the basics of print making by pressing leaves on canvas. RR ($) Norfolk Botanical Garden 757-441-5830 (N)

Lunch w/ Chef - 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Every Fri. Enjoy a delicious buffet. RR ($) Chesapeake Conference Center 757-382-2500 (C)

Special Hours for the Immunocompromised Community - 1-3 p.m. Every 1st Fri. RR ($) Va. MOCA 757-425-0000 (VB)

Bike Night - 5-8 p.m. Cruise on designated paths, walk animal trails & meet local bike vendors. RR ($) Va. Zoo 757-441-2374 (N)

Fun & Games Show - 7 p.m. Also 5/9, 5/17 & 5/25. ($) Family Fun Xperience Theatre, 206 16th St. FFXShow.org, 757-797-4020 (VB)

First Friday Wine Tasting - 7-8:30 p.m. Every 1st Fri. Sample 6-8 wines + charcuterie board. ($) Pagan River Wine Merchants, 409 S. Church St. 757-357-5375 (Smithfield)

Friday Night Hoedowns - 7-10 p.m. Every Fri. thru Oct. VB Farmers Market, 3640 Dam Neck Rd. 757-385-4388 (VB)

Va. Arts Festival: Plena Libre - 7:30 p.m. This sizzling Puerto Rican band distills a heady mix of Afro-Caribbean styles & irresistible on-stage energy. ($) Perry Pavilion, 451 Bank St. 757-282-2822 (N)

Saturday 3

CEC Jam - 7:30-9:30 a.m. Every Sat. Learn to sing and play guitar to a range of genres. Christ Episcopal Church, 111 S. Church St. 757-675-5777 (Smithfield)

Step Up for the Up Center - 9 p.m. Conquer the stadium stairs or step out on a scenic 2-mile walk/run to support the Family Promise Fund. RR ($) Harbor Park Stadium 757-354-3819 (N)

Buckroe Beach Farmers Market - 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Every Sat. Buy fresh produce from local vendors. Buckroe Beach & Park 757-877-2933 (H)

Smithfield Farmers Market - 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Every Sat. Shop fresh produce, local honey, crafts & more. BSV Parking Lot, 115 Main St. 757-357-5182 (Smithfield)

Wild Tykes - 9:30-10:30 a.m. Also 5/15. Ages 3-5 w/ caregiver. Enjoy nature & science activities that focus on sensory, movement, free play, art & problem-solving. ($) Va. Zoo 757-441-2374 (N)

Atlantic Coast Kite Festival - 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Cont. Sun. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Spectators & enthusiasts can enjoy kite-building workshops, Best Kite Contest, and the soaring presence of giant kites. Oceanfront 16th-18th Sts. 757-385-7873 (VB)

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)

Junior League of Norfolk-VB: Touch-A-Truck - 10 a.m.-3 p.m. VIP Hour 9-10 a.m. Quiet Hour 2-3 p.m. Explore, climb & touch favorite trucks, meet pros who protect & serve HR. ($) Greenbrier Mall touchatruck@jlnvb.org (C)

First Art: Mosaics - 10:30-11:30 a.m. Ages 2-5 w/ caregiver. Work w/ a local artist to create your own mosaic! RR ($) Va. MOCA 757-425-0000 (VB)

Pretty in Paper: Decoupage Planter Make & Take - 11 a.m. Give your planter some personality. Materials incl. RR ($) McDonald Garden Center, Independence & Great Neck Locations 757-464-5564 (VB)

Spouses Read Stories Book Club - 11 a.m.-noon. Every 1st Sat. Military spouses discuss monthly selections. Slover Library 757-664-7323 (N)

Spring Town Point Va. Wine Festival - 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Also Sun. Sample 200+ wines from premier wineries. ($) Town Point Park 757-441-2345 (N)

Downtown Norfolk Walking Tours: Granby Street - 4-5 p.m. Walk thru centuries of commerce, culture & revitalization. RR MacArthur Memorial, 198 Bank St. 757-236-3439 (N)

World Ballet Company: The Great Gatsby Ballet - 7 p.m. Step into the jazzy world of the Roaring Twenties in this production of Fitzgerald’s timeless novel. ($) Chrysler Hall 757-664-6464 (N)

Disney, Pixar & Beyond Live Game Show - 7 p.m. ($) Family Fun Xperience Theatre, 206 16th St. FFXShow.org, 757-797-4020 (VB)

Va. Symphony Orchestra: The Music of Star Wars - 7:30 p.m. Coming to Va. from a galaxy far, far away. ($) Ferguson Center 757-466-3060 (NN)

Sunday 4

Crush Cancer - 10 a.m.-3 p.m. All fitness levels. Featuring music, energy, community spirit & inspiring moments to help make a difference. RR ($) Cavalier Golf & Yacht Club, 1340 N. Great Neck Rd. 757-317-0233 (VB)

First Sunday Art Market & Plant Swap - 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Meet local artists & support small business. VB Farmers Market, 3640 Dam Neck Rd. 757-385-4388 (VB)

Israel’s 77th Independence Day Community Celebration - 12-3 p.m. Experience the culture, heritage & spirit of Israel w/ activities, games, crafts & more. Sandler Family Campus, 5000 Corporate Woods Dr. 757-321-2334 (VB)

Magic the Gathering: Commander League - 12-8 p.m. Every Sun. Open play + promo items. Atlantis Games & Comics, 2862 Airline Blvd. 757-465-1617 (P)

Cheeseburgers & Classic Car Cruise-In - 2-5 p.m. Every 1st Sun. Bring your friends and check out the cars on display! Farmers Table, 13416 Benn Church Blvd. 757-357-1717 (Smithfield)

Va. Symphony Orchestra: The Music of Star Wars - 2:30 p.m. Coming to Va. from a galaxy far, far away. ($) Sandler Center 757-466-3060 (VB)

Sensory Sensitive Sundays - 9-11 a.m. Every 1st Sun. Enjoy games and food w/ reduced lighting & noise. Visit Chuckecheese.com/sensory-sensitive-sundays for participating stores.

Battle for the Galaxy: Live Sci-Fi Game Show - 6 p.m. ($) Family Fun Xperience Theatre, 206 16th St. FFXShow.org, 757-797-4020 (VB)

Monday 5

Happy Cinco de Mayo!

Little Sprout Explorers - 10-11 a.m. Every Mon. Ages 3-6 w/ caregiver. Enjoy storytime, crafts + walking adventure. RR ($) Norfolk Botanical Garden 757-441-5830 (N)

Family Movie Night: The Garfield Movie - 5 p.m. Every 1st Mon. All ages. Enjoy light refreshments.. Pearl Bailey Library, 2510 Wickham Ave. 757-247-8677 (NN)

Tuesday 6

Wild Babies - 9:45-10:45 a.m. Ages 0-2 w/ caregiver. Enjoy sensory & educational activities. ($) Va. Zoo 757-441-2374 (N)

Toddler Tuesdays - 10 a.m. Every Tues. Build early literacy skills thru this guided program. ($) Va. Aquarium 757-385-3474 (VB)

Critter Club - 10-11 a.m. Every Tues. Learn about different critters who call NBG home. RR ($) Norfolk Botanical Garden 757-441-5830 (N)

English Conversation Club - 2:30-3:30 p.m. Every Tues. Adults. Practice conversational English in a friendly setting. Joint Use Library 757-822-7800 (VB)

Teen Time - 4-5:45 p.m. Gr. 6-12. Every Tues. Enjoy movies, games, crafts + more. Kempsville Library 757-385-0150 (VB)

Broadway in Norfolk: Pretty Woman The Musical - 7:30 p.m. Times vary thru Sun. Experience this dazzling theatrical take on a love story for the ages. ($) Chrysler Hall 757-664-6464 (N)

Wednesday 7

Tidewater Winds Golf Tournament: Let’s Swing for Charity - 8:30 a.m. Celebrate our 40th anniversary w/ an 80s theme! RR ($) VB National, 2500 Tournament Dr. 757-546-4251 (VB)

Wonder Wednesdays - 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Every Wed. Enjoy multi-sensory activities for all ages. Chrysler Museum 757-664-6200 (N)

Curbside Food Pantry - 12-1:30 p.m. Every Wed. Supporting seniors in wellness. PrimePlus Senior Center, 7300 Newport Ave. 757-625-5857 (N)

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)

Get Crafty - 5:30-7 p.m. Ages 3-12. Every Wed. Enjoy arts & craft activities. RR ($) Seatack Recreation Center 757-385-2990 (VB)

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)

Girl Scouts Wayfinding Fun & Parent Info Session - 6-7 p.m. Explore the world of water & leadership. Patch & activity kit incl. RR A Place for Girls 757-547-4405 (C)

Karaoke & Open Mic Night - 7 p.m. Every Wed. ($) Family Fun Xperience Theatre, 206 16th St. FFXShow.org, 757-797-4020 (VB)

Open Mic Night - 7 p.m. Every Wed. Olde Towne Public House, 467 Court St. 757-966-1229 (P)

Thursday 8

Garden Stars - 8:30-10 p.m. Come out for an evening under the stars with the Back Bay Astronomers and their powerful telescopes. Walking required. ($) Norfolk Botanical Garden 757-441-5830 (N)

Friday 9

Va. Symphony Orchestra: Mahler’s Ninth Symphony - 7:30 p.m. ($) Ferguson Center 757-892-6366 (NN)

Curtain Up: As You Love It - 7:30 p.m. Times vary thru 5/24. A spirited young woman concocts a daring scheme to impress her antiquarian father & the captivating actress who’s stolen her heart. ($) Zeiders American Dream Theatre 757-499-0317 (VB)

Black Jacket Symphony: Jimmy Buffet - 8 p.m. Enjoy the iconic album “Changes in Latitudes, Changes in Attitudes” live in its entirety. ($) Harrison Opera House 757-664-6464 (N)

Saturday 10

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)

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)

Bhav Brigade - 9-10 a.m. Every 2nd Sat. Practice asana, pranayama & meditation to cultivate space to return to self. RR ($) Va. MOCA 757-425-0000 (VB)

Outdoor Cornhole - 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Also 5/24. Come out & enjoy the weather! Equipment provided. Denbigh Community Center, 15198 Warwick Blvd. 757-812-7900 (NN)

VB Farmers Market Strawberry Jamboree - 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Enjoy a strawberry pie eating contest, craft show, children’s activities + more. VB Farmers Market, 3640 Dam Neck Rd. 757-385-4388 (VB)

Community Day - 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Explore exhibitions, performances, demos, community resources + more. Va. MOCA 757-425-0000 (VB)

2nd Saturday Art Popup - 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Bring the family and explore art making. RR Chrysler Museum 757-664-6200 (N)

Make & Take + Muffins w/ Mom - 1-3 p.m. Celebrate your mom w/ fun crafts & tasty muffins. Brittingham-Midtown Community Center, 570 McLawhorne Dr. 757-591-4853 (NN)

Va. Symphony Orchestra: Mahler’s Ninth Symphony - 2:30 p.m. ($) Sandler Center 757-892-6366 (VB)

Star Gazing & Laser Night - 5-11 p.m. Whether you’re a space enthusiast, music lover, or just looking for a unique night out in Newport News, this family-friendly event blends astronomy with spectacular laser light shows set to legendary rock music. ($) Va. Living Museum 757-595-1900 (NN)

Luther Relives “A Mother’s Day Weekend” - 6 p.m. Enjoy this soulful musical tribute to Luther Vandross ($) Attucks Theatre 757-664-6464 (N)

Mother’s Day Spring Swing Concert - 7 p.m. Featuring the Tidewater Winds. ($) Family Fun Xperience Theatre, 206 16th St. FFXShow.org, 757-797-4020 (VB) 

False Cape After Dark - 7-10 p.m. Also 5/25. Enjoy a special night hike through the park. RR ($) False Cape State Park, 4001 Sandpiper Rd. 757-426-7128 (VB)

Shane Gillis Live - 8 p.m. Enjoy this comedian, actor & writer from Mechanicsburg, PA. ($) Scope Arena 757-664-6464 (N)

Sunday 11

Happy Mother’s Day! 

Friendly Hours - 9-11 a.m. Every 2nd Sun. Enjoy the museum in a quieter, less crowded environment w/ reduced sound & lighting. RR ($) Mariners’ Museum 757-596-2222 (NN)

Sensory Sundays - 9 a.m.-noon. Every 2nd Sun. Enjoy the museum w/ reduced lights, sounds & guests. RR ($) Children’s Museum 757-393-5258 (P)

Mom and Me Walk & Talk - 1-5 p.m. Celebrate your mom by taking time together. Denbigh Community Center, 15198 Warwick Blvd. 757-812-7900 (NN)

Mom’s Day Family Game Show - 4 p.m. ($) Family Fun Xperience Theatre, 206 16th St. FFXShow.org, 757-797-4020 (VB)

Joy Ministries Mother’s Day Celebration - 4:30 p.m. Single moms, widows & military moms w/ deployed spouses. Enjoy a delicious meal, fellowship & more. Childcare provided. RR Miracle Center, 625 Independence Pkwy 757-420-2625 (C)

Monday 12

Mystery Readers Book Club - 5:30-6:30 p.m. Every 2nd Mon. Discuss mysteries & answer questions. RR Greenbrier Library 757-410-7100 (C)

VB Master Gardeners’ Gardening Talks: What is a GMO? - 7 p.m. via Zoom. Discuss the differences between genetically modified organisms & transgenic organisms. www.vbmg.org, 757-385-8156 (Virtual)

Tuesday 13

Girl Scouts Wayfinding Fun & Parent Info Session - 6-7 p.m. Also 5/20 & 5/27. Explore the world of water & leadership. Patch & activity kit incl. RR Oak Grove UMC, 472 Battlefield Blvd. N. 757-547-4405 (C)

The Z Open Mics: The Z Unplugged - 7:30 p.m. Take the mic & test out a new song. Suggested donation ($) Zeiders American Dream Theatre 757-499-0317 (VB)

Va. Arts Festival: Punch Brothers - 7:30 p.m. This iconic band is known for pushing the boundaries of acoustic music. ($) Sandler Center 757-282-2822 (VB)

Wednesday 14

Story & A Walk - 10 a.m. Every 2nd Wed. Enjoy a picture book about animals & their adventures. NN Park Discovery Center 757-886-7912 (NN)

Girl Scouts Wayfinding Fun & Parent Info Session - 6-7 p.m. Explore the world of water & leadership. Patch & activity kit incl. RR Grissom Library 757-547-4405 (NN)

Thursday 15

Norfolk Greek Festival - 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Thru Sun. Times vary. Celebrate the Orthodox Values of philanthropy, hospitality, and love for our neighbor while enjoying Greek food, music & dancing. Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 7220 Granby St. 757-440-0500 (N)

Kiwanis Club Shrimp Feast - 4:30-7 p.m. Bring the family for great food, great music & great company. ($) Chesapeake City Park 757-482-4848 (C)

Girl Scouts Wayfinding Fun & Parent Info Session - 6-7 p.m. Explore the world of water & leadership. Patch & activity kit incl. RR Beech Grove UMC 757-547-4405 (S)

Chesapeake Jubilee - 6-10 p.m. Only rides & games open. ($) Chesapeake City Park 757-482-4848 (C)

Va. Arts Festival: Louisiana Calling - 7:30 p.m. Enjoy a mind-blowing musical trip thru the scenic soundscape of the bayou. ($) Perry Pavilion, 451 Bank St. 757-282-2822 (N)

TowneBank Jazz Series: Ella & Ellington - 7:30 p.m. ($) Sandler Center 757-385-2787 (VB)

Friday 16

Bayou Bon Vivant: Cajun Music, Food & Art Festival - 12-2 p.m. Free; 2-10 p.m. ticketed. Also Sat. 12-10 p.m. & Sun. 12-6 p.m. Celebrate the tastes, tunes & traditions of the Crescent City. ($) Town Point Park 757-441-2345 (N)

Chesapeake Jubilee - 5-10 p.m. Times vary thru Sun. Enjoy amusement rides, games, arts & crafts + entertainment. ($) Chesapeake City Park 757-482-4848 (C)

Pungo Off-Road Monsters on the Beach - 6 p.m. Times vary thru Sun. Experience high-octane excitement, competitions, truck rides & more. ($) Boardwalk, 4th-8th St. 757-385-7873 (VB)

Whodunit? Superheroes & Villains Murder Mystery + Game Show - 7 p.m. ($) Family Fun Xperience Theatre, 206 16th St. FFXShow.org, 757-797-4020 (VB)

Va. Symphony Orchestra: An Evening w/ Kelli O’Hara - 7:30 p.m. See the “undisputed queen of Broadway” perform. ($) Sandler Center 757-282-2822 (VB)

Arts at the Attucks: Trio Jazz - 7:30 p.m. w/ Aaron Goldberg, Nat Reeves & Jae Sinnett. ($) Attucks Theatre 757-664-6464 (N)

Saturday 17

Tidewater Winds: “The Little Prince” Family Concert - Location & time TBD. Music and art tell the beloved tale of a little boy and a pilot who learns valuable lessons of life and love. ($) 757-480-0953 (VB)

VB Master Gardeners Water Stewards Rain Barrel Workshop - 9-10 a.m. Construct a 55-gallon sealed rain barrel. Free diverter kit incl. RR ($) VB Farmers Market, 3540 Dam Neck Rd. 757-385-8156 (VB)

False Cape Beach Clean-Up - 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Volunteer to help keep our beaches pristine. RR False Cape State Park, 4001 Sandpiper Rd. 757-426-7128 (VB)

Party for the Planet - 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Animal ambassadors, native plants, animal enrichment activities & more. ($) Va. Zoo 757-441-2374 (N)

Foster Care Aware Community Summit - 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Learn to support youth in foster care while enjoying a mini-carnival, kids’ games & more. ODU Constant Hall www.fostercareaware.org (N)

Ceramics Workshop - 10 a.m.-noon. Ages 6-8. Practice simple hand-building & surface design techniques to create functional ceramic objects. RR ($) Va. MOCA 757-425-0000 (VB)

Warrior Cup Cornhole Tournament & Family Fun Day - 10:30 a.m. Check-in for cornhole event (register in advance). Noon-4 p.m. Family fun: pig racing, bracelet making, miniature ponies & more. ($) Equi-Kids, 2626 Heritage Rd. 757-721-7350 (VB)

Rising Sun Pow Wow - 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Grand Entry at noon. Celebrate Native traditions through music, dance & storytelling in partnership with the Nansemond Indian Nation. Mt. Trashmore Park 757-385-2990 (VB)

#TheWireReunion - 1-4:30 p.m. Panel discussion + meet & greet autograph signing. ($) Family Fun Xperience Theatre, 206 16th St. FFXShow.org, 757-797-4020 (VB)

Hurrah Players: Junie B. Jones, The Musical - 2 p.m. Also Sun. The best-selling children’s book series comes to life in this delightful adaptation. ($) Perry Pavilion, 451 Bank St. 757-627-5437 (N)

Virginia Children’s Chorus: “Celebration of Song” - 4 p.m. ($) Bayside Presbyterian Church, 1400 Ewell Rd. 757-440-9100 (VB) 

VB Chorale: Love Is All You Need - 7 p.m. From Chicago to Frank Sinatra, you will love this collection of romantic rhapsodies! ($) Sandler Center 757385-2787 (VB)

Maria Bamford Live - 7:30 p.m. Rescheduled from 1/10. This comedian is revered for her deeply personal & experimental comedy about mental illness. ($) Attucks Theatre 757-664-6464 (N)

Sunday 18

Weld It, Build It, Sail It: A Reimagined Maritime Careers Festival - 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Family. Explore career paths w/ interactive exhibits, demos + activities. ($) Mariners’ Museum 757-596-2222 (NN)

Hops & Half Shells - 5-8 p.m. Ages 21+. Enjoy fresh oysters, open bar + live music. RR ($) Va. Aquarium 757-385-3474 (VB)

Monday 19

Stay Inspired: Watercolor Affirmation Pop-Up - 5:30-7:30 p.m. All ages. Riverview Gymnastics Center, 125 City Farm Rd. 757-886-2729 (NN)

Girl Scouts Wayfinding Fun & Parent Info Session - 6-7 p.m. Explore the world of water & leadership. Patch & activity kit incl. RR James City County Library 757-547-4405 (W)

Tuesday 20

Ryan Resilience Lab Tour - 11 a.m.-noon. Learn how we can live in harmony with nature and adapt to the challenges of climate change at Elizabeth River Project’s new state-of-the-art resilience model. RR 4610 Colley Ave. www.elizabethriver.org (N)

Wednesday 21

Kids’ Yoga - 4:30-5:30 p.m. Ages 5-10. RR ($) Shine Yoga, 2397 Liberty Way, Suite 102. 757-335-6006 (VB)

Thursday 22

Girl Scouts Wayfinding Fun & Parent Info Session - 6-7 p.m. Explore the world of water & leadership. Patch & activity kit incl. RR First UMC Foxhill 757-547-4405 (H)

Friday 23

Va. Arts Festival: Coffee Concert I - 10:30 a.m. Enjoy the communion of gifted artists in an intimate, beautiful setting, among music lovers & friends. ($) Sandler Center 757385-2787 (VB)

ZooGrooves: Pop Punk Edition - 5-8:30 p.m. All ages. Dance to your favorite tracks from the early 2000s. RR ($) Va. Zoo 757-441-2374 (N)

Patriotic Festival: Old Dominion - 7 p.m. Enjoy sky-scraping anthems & an electrifying show. ($) Scope Arena 757-664-6464 (N)

Can’t Stop the Music Game Show - 7 p.m. ($) Family Fun Xperience Theatre, 206 16th St. FFXShow.org, 757-797-4020 (VB)

Saturday 24

Dinosaur Quest - 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Thru 9/7. Marvel at three life-sized animatronic dinosaurs, dig deep in our dino dig pits. Don’t miss epic photo opportunities & more. ($) Virginia Living Museum 757-595-1900 (NN)Friends of False Cape Fundraiser - 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Enjoy hot dogs, watermelon & refreshments. ($) False Cape State Park, 4001 Sandpiper Rd. 757-426-7128 (VB)

Family Movie Night Double Feature: Inside Out 1 + 2 - 12-3 p.m. Free popcorn provided. Brittingham-Midtown Community Center, 570 McLawhorne Dr. 757-591-4853 (NN)

Patriotic Festival: Riley Green - 7 p.m. w/ performances by Ernest & Anne Wilson. ($) Scope Arena 757-664-6464 (N)

Whodunit? Yo Ho Pirate Island Murder Mystery + Game Show - 7 p.m. ($) Family Fun Xperience Theatre, 206 16th St. FFXShow.org, 757-797-4020 (VB)

Plan B: Comedy Show - 8 p.m. Enjoy side-splitting improv! ($) Zeiders American Dream Theatre 757-499-0317 (VB)

Sunday 25

Looking to Learn: Art + Storytime - 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Ages 3-8 w/ caregiver. Look, learn & make in response to themes from current exhibitions. RR ($) Va. MOCA 757-425-0000 (VB)

Patriotic Festival: Jordan Davis - 7 p.m. w/ performances by Chase Matthew & Dasha. ($) Scope Arena 757-664-6464 (N)

Bluegrass & BBQ - 7 p.m. Featuring Bill Armstrong & the Moonlight Rangers. ($) Family Fun Xperience Theatre, 206 16th St. FFXShow.org, 757-797-4020 (VB) 

Monday 26

Happy Memorial Day!

Memorial Day Parade - 10 a.m. Enjoy floats, marching bands, military units & lots of excitement. High St., from Peninsula Ave. to Crawford St. 757-393-8481 (P)

Jr. Garden Artists: Fairy & Gnome Spring Homes -10-11 a.m. Ages 4+ w/ caregiver. Make a decorative home for your garden. RR ($) Norfolk Botanical Garden 757-441-5830 (N)

Tuesday 27

Homeschool Garden Science: Life of a Tree - 10-11 a.m. Ages 6-10 w/ caregiver. Learn about life cycles, tree bark & leaves + more. RR ($) Norfolk Botanical Garden 757-441-5830 (N)

Girl Scouts Wayfinding Fun & Parent Info Session - 6-7 p.m. Explore the world of water & leadership. Patch & activity kit incl. RR Main St. Library 757-547-4405 (NN)

Wednesday 28

Girl Scouts Wayfinding Fun & Parent Info Session - 6-7 p.m. Explore the world of water & leadership. Patch & activity kit incl. RR Churchland Library 757-547-4405 (P)

Thursday 29

Couples Date Night Game Show - 7 p.m. Ages 18+. ($) Family Fun Xperience Theatre, 206 16th St. FFXShow.org, 757-797-4020 (VB)

Va. Arts Festival: Swamp Dogg - 7:30 p.m. This Portsmouth native blurs lines between blues, soul, fun, roots rock, folk & bluegrass. ($) Perry Pavilion, 451 Bank St. 757-282-2822 (N)

Friday 30

Whodunit? Murder on Jackalope Mountain Mystery + Game Show - 7 p.m. ($) Family Fun Xperience Theatre, 206 16th St. FFXShow.org, 757-797-4020 (VB)

Gov. School for the Arts Student Recital - 7 p.m. w/ special guest Julius Tolentino. ($) Zeiders American Dream Theatre 757-499-0317 (VB)

Birmingham Royal Ballet: Black Sabbath The Ballet - 7:30 p.m. Also Sat. 2 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. The raucous energy of heavy metal rock meets the strength & athleticism of ballet in this spectacular new work. ($) Chrysler Hall 757-664-6464 (N)

Saturday 31

Jr. Master Gardeners: Plant Uses - 10-11:30 a.m. Ages 3-6 w/ caregiver. Learn the many uses of plants & what it means to be a staple crop. RR ($) Norfolk Botanical Garden 757-441-5830 (N) l

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