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Celebrate Kids- It's Your Day!
Spend meaningful time with the special kids in your lives. Visit us in Olde Towne Portsmouth and take advantage of all 4 Portsmouth Museums as we provide a day of fun for kids of all ages!
Andalo's Clubhouse, 420 High St. | 757-393-5258
SonShine Artists - 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Little Gym - 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Young Chef’s Academy - 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Meet Andalo - 1:30 pm & 3:30 pm
Courthouse Galleries, Corner of High and Court St., Portsmouth | 757-393-8543
Encaustic Painting - 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Bob & Skye Zentz: Interactive Music - 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
In the
Courtyard
Hoffler Creek - 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fire Truck - 11:00 am - 5:00 pm Humane Society - 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Lowe’s Craft Station - 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Mr. Cream Cones - 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Lightship Portsmouth Museum, Water and London Streets; Waterfront | 757-393-8591
Moody Crewe Pirates - 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
“School of the Pirate” - 11:00 am, 12:30 pm, 2:00 pm, 3:30 pm, & 4:30 pm
Crafts - 11:00 am - 5:00 p.m.
· Make a Pirate Flag
Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Museum, corner of High and Water Streets | 757-393-8591
Victory Gardens (outside) - 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Discovery Cove Crafts - 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
· Make a Target Kite
· WWII Propaganda Posters
An Evening with Celtic Woman
The Irish music phenomenon, Celtic Woman, has announced their brand-new U.S. tour in support of their new CD/DVD release of the same title, Songs from the Heart. The group is set to delight live audiences with what the Cleveland Plain Dealer has called a "highly polished, tightly choreographed extravaganza." The group continues to enchant fans live - moving seamlessly between Irish classics, contemporary covers and original compositions. >Read more
Showtime: 7:30 PM at the nTelos Wireless Pavilion
• Click here for concert details and ticket information (tickets on sale March 19 at 10 a.m.)
National Night Out
5 - 9 p.m. It's America's Night Out Against Crime! The "27th Annual National Night Out" (NNO), a unique crime/drug prevention event sponsored by the National Association of Town Watch (NATW)
5-6:30 p.m. Witness a motorcade of vehicle that flood the city
7-9 p.m. Visit information tables, meet and greet dignitaries and experience entertainment and demonstrations.
Cradock Rec Center, 4300 George Washington Hwy.
NATIONAL NIGHT OUT is designed to:
• Heighten crime and drug prevention awareness;
• Generate support for, and participation in, local anticrime programs;
• Strengthen neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships; and
• Send a message to criminals letting them know that neighborhoods are organized and fighting back.
Celebrate Portsmouth: Official Coast Guard City
The City of Portsmouth will celebrate this grand distinction with a community
celebration in conjunction with the Coast Guard’s 220th birthday.
Colonel Crawford's Living History Tour
8:00 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday
· Departs From the Renaissance Hotel lobby
·
75-90 minutes - wear comfortable shoes
·
Tickets:
$10.00 each or 2 for $15.00
Military - Buy one Get one Free (2 for $10.00)
Children 8 and younger Free
Advance Ticket Sales: Starboard's Coffee Kiosk and Skipjack Nautical Wares
O.A.R. in Concert at nTelos Wirelss Pavilion
8 p.m. Fans will not only get to hear some O.A.R. favorites this Summer like the smash hit "Shattered," "That Was a Crazy Game of Poker," and "This Town" but they will also be treated to some brand new music from the band's forthcoming seventh studio album. O.A.R. returns to Portsmouth for one of just 24 cities on its summer tour. Read more about O.A.R. | nTelos Wireless Pavilion
FirstEvents - Olde Towne Portsmouth
Held the first friday through sunday of each month, Olde Towne Portsmouth's business community opens it's doors along High Street between Effingham Street and the riverfront. Events and activities include Arts to Antiques Flea Market, free museum admission, exhibit openings and art afternoons, and a lot more.
6First Friday in Olde Towne: 5 - 8 p.m.
12 Historic Squares of High Street
First Friday is a stage for local merchants & restaurants in Portsmouth's Historic Olde Towne and one of the city's most popular evening escapes. Held the first Friday of each month, Olde Towne Portsmouth's thriving arts & antiques community opens it's doors along the 12 historic squares of High Street located between Effingham Street and the riverfront where crowds of casual browsers as well as serious buyers come to each festive event to visit our fine art galleries, quality antique shops and unique specialty stores, some host receptions and art exhibition openings.
First Friday is held each month, rain or shine, year round. There is no admission fee for First Friday - participating galleries are open to the public.
Sponsored by the Olde Towne Business Association | 757-405-3500
6Olde Towne Portsmouth Farmer's Market
5-8 p.m. Located on the corner of High and Court Street in front of the Courthouse Galleries Museum. Items for sale include fresh seasonal produce, flowers, plants, canned goods, jams, breads, honey and more.
Check out the Portsmouth Farmer's Market Blog for the latest news.
6 INSPIRED FORMS: Ceramic Art and Sculptures
Opening Reception
5:00-8:00 p.m. - Enjoy light refreshments and relax to the sound of jazz saxophone by Reggie Gist in the courtyard. Meet the artists J. Howard Johnson, Dr. Rod Taylor and Larry Johnson. See the Courthouse Galleries Exhibit page for artist details.
Presented by the Courthouse Galleries, Corner of High and Court St., Portsmouth
757-393-8543 | www.courthousegalleries.com
First Saturday
The Olde Towne Antiques to Flea Market
Conveniently located in the Middle Street Garage at the corner of Middle & London streets and is held year round, rain or shine on the first Saturday of each month. Gates open at 10 a.m. and close at 2 p.m. Always Free Admission & Free Parking!
Sponsored by the Olde Towne Business Association | 757-405-3500
7Olde Towne Portsmouth Farmer's Market
9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Located on the corner of High and Court Street in front of the Courthouse Galleries Museum. Items for sale include fresh seasonal produce, flowers, plants, canned goods, jams, breads, honey and more.
Check out the Portsmouth Farmer's Market Blog for the latest news.
8First Sunday Breakfast, Brunch, or Lunch
Participating Restaurants: A Taste of Culture, Brutti's, The Coffee Shoppe, The Deck, Flagship, Foggy Point Bar & Grill, Gosport Tavern, Logan Raye's Key West Grille, Longboards, Olde Towne Bakery & Cafe, Paddy O'Brian's, Starbucks, Starboards, Stove
Colonel Crawford's Living History Tour
8:00 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday
· Departs From the Renaissance Hotel lobby
·
75-90 minutes - wear comfortable shoes
·
Tickets:
$10.00 each or 2 for $15.00
Military - Buy one Get one Free (2 for $10.00)
Children 8 and younger Free
Advance Ticket Sales: Starboard's Coffee Kiosk and Skipjack Nautical Wares
Counting Crows Counting Crows'
Traveling Circus & Medicine Show at nTelos Wirelss Pavilion
8 p.m. Counting Crows has sold more than 20 million records and received an Academy Award nomination for "Accidentally In Love" from the "Shrek II" soundtrack. The band and particularly lead singer Adam Duritz are renowned for the energetic, passionate nature of their live performances. They frequently extend and rewrite songs live, adding extra verses or alternate middle sections and/or endings, sometimes fitting most of another of the band's other songs into the middle of the first. Read more | nTelos Wireless Pavilion
BUTTERFLY & DRAGONFLY TOUR at Hoffler Creek
10:30 a.m. to 12:30 a.m. Attend this outdoor seminar with local butterfly expert, Shirley Buchanan. Learn the life cycles of these insects and how you can attract them to your yard. $10, $5/member. Reservations recommended.
Colonel Crawford's Living History Tour
8:00 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday
· Departs From the Renaissance Hotel lobby
·
75-90 minutes - wear comfortable shoes
·
Tickets:
$10.00 each or 2 for $15.00
Military - Buy one Get one Free (2 for $10.00)
Children 8 and younger Free
Advance Ticket Sales: Starboard's Coffee Kiosk and Skipjack Nautical Wares
24th Annual Gospelrama
3 - 9 p.m. Northlanding (Water Stage)
Featuring:
Davis & the Mighty Stars
Gospel Violinist Eric Taylor
The New Golden Trumpeteers
The Word Singers
The Joys
The Daughters of the King
…and many more.
For more information, call (757) 393-0318
Sponsored by HOPS (Helping Others Progress Successfully)
Kayak Lessons at Hoffler Creek
9:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. New to kayaking? Learn the basics with kayak instructor Jack Cordial. Arrive at 9:15 for sign-in. $10, $5/members. Kayak rental space limited. Reservations required.
Colonel Crawford's Living History Tour
8:00 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday
· Departs From the Renaissance Hotel lobby
·
75-90 minutes - wear comfortable shoes
·
Tickets:
$10.00 each or 2 for $15.00
Military - Buy one Get one Free (2 for $10.00)
Children 8 and younger Free
Advance Ticket Sales: Starboard's Coffee Kiosk and Skipjack Nautical Wares
Heart - in concert
Ann Wilson and her younger sister, Nancy Wilson first showed the world that women can rock when their band Heart stormed the charts in the '70s with hits like "Crazy on You," "Magic Man," "Barracuda," ‘Straight On," "Even It Up," "Kick It Out" and so many more. They continued topping the charts through the ‘80s and into the ‘90s with huge hits like "These Dreams," "Alone," "What About Love," "If Looks Could Kill," "Never," and a string of other hits that showcased the sisters' enormous talents as both musicians and singers. Along the way, Heart sold more than 30 million records, had 21 top 40 hits, sold out arenas worldwide, and had a profound influence on rock music.
Showtime: 8:00 PM at the nTelos Wireless Pavilion
• Click here for concert details and ticket information (tickets on sale March 19 at 10 a.m.)
Colonel Crawford's Living History Tour
8:00 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday
· Departs From the Renaissance Hotel lobby
·
75-90 minutes - wear comfortable shoes
·
Tickets:
$10.00 each or 2 for $15.00
Military - Buy one Get one Free (2 for $10.00)
Children 8 and younger Free
Advance Ticket Sales: Starboard's Coffee Kiosk and Skipjack Nautical Wares
Early Bird Walk at Hoffler Creek
8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Join Dave Brown to see the summer inhabitants of Hoffler Creek. Observe songbirds, wading birds, and raptors. FREE admission, but as always donations are appreciated.
Monthly Book Sale
10 a.m. - 4 p.m. - Preview for members only is on Fridays from 1-6 pm. Membership to the Friends of the Portsmouth Public Library is available onsite.
Presented by the Friends of the Portsmouth Public Library | 757-393-8501
Fresh Fest featuring EPMD, Doug E. Fresh, Slick Rick, Biz Markie, Big Daddy Kane & Chubb Rock
8 p.m. The star-powered line-up sells out venues around the country. EPMD's name comes from the members' names Erick and Parrish Making Dollars" (later "Erick and Parrish Millennium Ducats"), referencing its members, emcees Erick Sermon ("E") and Parrish Smith ("PMD"). The group has been active for more than 20 years (1986¿present), and is one of the most prominent acts in East coast hip hop. The first and best human beatbox in the rap world, Doug E. Fresh amazed audiences with his note-perfect imitations of drum machines, effects, and often large samples of hip-hop classics... Read more | nTelos Wireless Pavilion
Colonel Crawford's Living History Tour
8:00 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday
· Departs From the Renaissance Hotel lobby
·
75-90 minutes - wear comfortable shoes
·
Tickets:
$10.00 each or 2 for $15.00
Military - Buy one Get one Free (2 for $10.00)
Children 8 and younger Free
Advance Ticket Sales: Starboard's Coffee Kiosk and Skipjack Nautical Wares
George Jones
8 p.m. George Jones brings his heralded show back to Portsmouth. He is cited during the past 20 years as "the greatest living country singer." Jones received the 2002 Medal of Arts from President George W. Bush at a White House ceremony. The National Medal of Arts is the nation's highest honor for artistic excellence. Read more | nTelos Wireless Pavilion
Colonel Crawford's Living History Tour
8:00 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday
· Departs From the Renaissance Hotel lobby
·
75-90 minutes - wear comfortable shoes
·
Tickets:
$10.00 each or 2 for $15.00
Military - Buy one Get one Free (2 for $10.00)
Children 8 and younger Free
Advance Ticket Sales: Starboard's Coffee Kiosk and Skipjack Nautical Wares
Portsmouth Movie in the Park
8:00 p.m. Grab your blankets, chairs and families and come enjoy a movie under the stars. Watch Alvin and the Chipmunks, the Squeakquel on the lawn of North Landing Park (Corner of Crawford Pkwy and Water St.)
FREE TO ALL, FREE popcorn and drinks!
Presented by CFfisForLovers.com
Colonel Crawford's Living History Tour
8:00 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday
· Departs From the Renaissance Hotel lobby
·
75-90 minutes - wear comfortable shoes
·
Tickets:
$10.00 each or 2 for $15.00
Military - Buy one Get one Free (2 for $10.00)
Children 8 and younger Free
Advance Ticket Sales: Starboard's Coffee Kiosk and Skipjack Nautical Wares
Colonel Crawford's Living History Tour
8:00 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday
· Departs From the Renaissance Hotel lobby
·
75-90 minutes - wear comfortable shoes
·
Tickets:
$10.00 each or 2 for $15.00
Military - Buy one Get one Free (2 for $10.00)
Children 8 and younger Free
Advance Ticket Sales: Starboard's Coffee Kiosk and Skipjack Nautical Wares
Dream Fest
4-8 p.m. Enjoy live music, singers, poets, hot rods and kids activities.
Water Stage near the Portsmouth Visitors Center
More details at the Dream Fest website
Olde Towne Portsmouth Farmer's Market
9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Located on the corner of High and Court Street in front of the Courthouse Galleries Museum. Items for sale include fresh seasonal produce, flowers, plants, canned goods, jams, breads, honey and more.
Check out the Portsmouth Farmer's Market Blog for the latest news.
Train with NeedToBreathe
Train consists of lead singer Pat Monahan, guitarist Jimmy Stafford, and drummer Scott Underwood. Over the course of 15 years, Train has made its mark on music history with their Grammy-Award-winning song "Drops of Jupiter (Tell Me)" and chart-topping singles "Meet Virginia," "Calling All Angels," and "Hey, Soul Sister." Following their 2006 release, For Me, It's You, the band took a three-year hiatus, and in that time, Train has, for all intents and purposes, experienced an epiphany as a whole. Read more
Showtime: 8:00 PM at the nTelos Wireless Pavilion
Jackson Browne and his band
Singer-songwriter Jackson Browne will take to the road this summer with his band and longtime friend and musical co-conspirator David Lindley. Accompanying Jackson Browne and David Lindley on tour will be Browne's band of almost 20 years: Kevin McCormick (bass), Mark Goldenberg (guitars), Mauricio Lewak (drums) and Jeff Young (keyboards, backing vocals). They're joined by members (since 2008) Chavonne Stewart and Alethea Mills, vocalists Browne (as a mentor) met in 2001 when they were attending Washington Preparatory High School in South Los Angeles, singing... Read more
Showtime: 8:00 PM at the nTelos Wireless Pavilion
Colonel Crawford's Living History Tour
8:00 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday
· Departs From the Renaissance Hotel lobby
·
75-90 minutes - wear comfortable shoes
·
Tickets:
$10.00 each or 2 for $15.00
Military - Buy one Get one Free (2 for $10.00)
Children 8 and younger Free
Advance Ticket Sales: Starboard's Coffee Kiosk and Skipjack Nautical Wares
Colonel Crawford's Living History Tour
8:00 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday
· Departs From the Renaissance Hotel lobby
·
75-90 minutes - wear comfortable shoes
·
Tickets:
$10.00 each or 2 for $15.00
Military - Buy one Get one Free (2 for $10.00)
Children 8 and younger Free
Advance Ticket Sales: Starboard's Coffee Kiosk and Skipjack Nautical Wares
SNAKE PROGRAM at Hoffler Creek
1 - 2 p.m. See snakes and other area reptiles in an educational event led by J.B.’s Rattles. Admission: $5/Adults, $2.50/Children, FREE/Members.
Trey Songz
After touring with Jay-Z, performing with Stevie Wonder, winning a BET award for Best Male R&B Artist, and starring in his own BET docu-series "My Moment," Trey Songz is excited to give his fans an up-close-and-personal experience on his "Passion, Pain & Pleasure" Tour. Fans should be ready to hear their favorite songs live and hear new music form his upcoming album... Read more
Showtime: 8:00 PM at the nTelos Wireless Pavilion
Olde Towne Portsmouth Farmer's Market
9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Located on the corner of High and Court Street in front of the Courthouse Galleries Museum. Items for sale include fresh seasonal produce, flowers, plants, canned goods, jams, breads, honey and more.
Check out the Portsmouth Farmer's Market Blog for the latest news.
Colonel Crawford's Living History Tour
8:00 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday
· Departs From the Renaissance Hotel lobby
·
75-90 minutes - wear comfortable shoes
·
Tickets:
$10.00 each or 2 for $15.00
Military - Buy one Get one Free (2 for $10.00)
Children 8 and younger Free
Advance Ticket Sales: Starboard's Coffee Kiosk and Skipjack Nautical Wares
40th Annual Seawall Art Show
The show features artists working in media such as oils, pastels, watercolor, acrylics, pen and ink, pencil, fiber, fine jewelry, fun jewelry, blown glass, lampwork glass, stained glass, pottery, photography, and metal. Admission is free; there is food, entertainment, and plenty of parking. Programs with artists info will be given out at the show.
www.seawallartshow.org
