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Fourth of July Fun Facts
You must know by now that Macaroni Kid is fond of special days and their fun facts! Read on for some fun and interesting facts about the Fourth of July and a couple of silly jokes to get the kids giggling.
- Benjamin Franklin wanted the turkey to be the national animal but was out-voted when John Adams and Thomas Jefferson chose the bald eagle.
- Over an estimated 150 million hot dogs will be consumed on July 4th. That's roughly one hot dog for every two people in the U ...
MKVB SUMMER BUCKET LIST 2011
Summer in Hampton Roads is a great time of year! And now that summer has officially arrived, we decided to put together a bucket list of activities for you and your family to do before the summer is over!
1) VISIT THE BEACH- This may seem like a no brainer to some, but believe it or not, not everyone takes advantage of how lucky we are to be so close to the Atlantic Ocean and Chesapeake Bay. Can’t remember the last time you felt the sand between your toes ...
Playing with fire?!?!?!
What your city says about fireworks
Did you know that according to a new report from the National Fire Protection Association that on Independence Day in a typical year, more U.S. fires are reported than on any other day, and fireworks account for half of those fires, more than any other cause of fires? In 2008, an estimated 22,500 reported fires were started by fireworks. These fires resulted in one civilian death, 40 civilian injuries and $42 million in direct property damage.
In 2008, 7,000 fireworks-related injuries were treated in U.S. hospital ...
July 1st through July 4th
Friday, July 1 - The Shore Thing Concert & Independence Day Celebration
Fireworks and great music highlight the return of the popular Friday after-work music series, "Thank Goodness It's Ocean View Beach Party and Music Concert Series." Enjoy the music of The Janitors and Celebrate America's Birthday!!
Where: Ocean View Beach ParkWhen: 6:00 PM - 9:30 PMWho: open to the publicCost: free
Sunday, July 3 - Independence Day Concert/FIREWORKS @ the Bagley
Join us for a holiday concert w/ Fireworks @ 7:00 on the Bagley Stage. Come out and celebrate our nation's birthday under the stars, featuring lively music and a fireworks finale
Where: Chesapeake City Park
900 Greenbrier Parkway
Chesapeake, VAWhen: 7:00 PM - 10:00 PMWho: open to the publicCost: free (($5 fee for on-site parking will help us continue this great family event!) )For more info: Bring lawn chairs and/or blanket. You can purchase food at the concessions for a picnic supper.
Monday, July 4 - Stars & Stripes Explosion
Multiple live performances on oceanfront stages attract tens of thousands of visitors and residents of Hampton Roads to a “star-spangled” salute to this great country of ours at Stars & Stripes Explosion! Musical acts offer something for everyone with tribute bands saluting some of the biggest names in music. From 8:00pm-9:30pm, a stage erected right on the beach at 20th Street becomes the focal point for performances by Symphonicity (the symphony orchestra of Virginia Beach) together with the Virginia Beach Chorale. This musical program encompasses patriotic songs, Broadway standards, movie themes, and folk music. The show segues into a spectacular fireworks show at 9:30pm
Where: Virginia Beach Oceanfront; 17th Street Park 24th Street Park 31st Street Park On the beach at 20th StreetWhen: 12:00 PM - 10:00 AMWho: open to the publicCost: freeFor more info: Complete schedule can be found here: http://www.beachstreetusa.com/events/StarsAndStripesExplosion
Monday, July 4 - July 4th Celebration
Music by Four Star Edition, children's activities, festival foods, fireworks (9:30 p.m.) and more.
Where: Mount Trashmore Park, 310 Edwin Drive, Virginia Beach.When: 4:00 PM - 10:00 PMWho: open to the publicHow: www.vbgov.comCost: free
Monday, July 4 - The 29th Annual AT&T Fourth of July Great American Picnic & Fireworks
Leave the grilling to us on the 4th of July and bring family and friends down to Town Point Park from 5pm-10pm! Guests can feast on traditional All-American Fair, including hot dogs, hamburgers, barbecue, seafood, buttered corn on the cob, juicy watermelon, lemonade… with all the fixin’s and much more! The waterfront comes alive with live music including the patriotic sounds of the 50-piece United States Army Training and Doctrine Command Band at 8 pm. Norfolk Festevents cannot be held responsible for car alarms and barking dogs across the region that result from the once-in-a-lifetime dual event fireworks show scheduled for 9:30 pm.
Where: Town Point Park, NorfolkWhen: 5:00 PM - 10:00 PMWho: freeHow: www.festevents.orgCost: freeFor more info: Please bring a lawn chair or blanket for seating.
Food and drink will be available for purchase.
Coolers, food and soft drinks are permitted.
No alcohol or glass is permitted.
Monday, July 4 - Independence Day Fireworks
Enjoy fireworks courtesy of the City of Portsmouth
Where: Seawall or along Crawford ParkwayWhen: 9:30 PM - 10:30 PMWho: open to the publicCost: free
June 29th through July 6th
Wednesday, June 29 - First Landing State Park Events
2:00PM-3:00PM- What's in the Nets?
3:00PM- 4:00PM- Natural Skill
6:00PM-7:00PM- Scales to Tails
8:30PM-10:00PM- Moonlight Movie
Where: First Landing State Park, 2500 Shore Dr, Virginia BeachWhen: n/aWho: open to the publicHow: 757-412-2300Cost: Cost of the program is free, Entrance fee into the park is $4 on weekdays, $5 on weekends.
Wednesday, June 29 through Monday, September 19 - Get Lost! Be aMAZEd!
Get lost at Norfolk Botanical Garden this summer! Navigate through themed mazes, play games, solve puzzles and participate in amazing activities all summer long! The Community Maze, will feature wildly creative panels designed by local artists, schools, organizations and businesses. Wind your way through living sunflower and butterfly mazes. Plot your course through a hay bale maze and other great mazes.
Where: Norfolk Botanical GardenWhen: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PMWho: open to the publicCost: free with garden admissionFor more info: Saturday June 18 Open Day Festivities include: magician Rob Wescott, bingo scavenger hunt, arts and crafts in the community maze, family fun and games, C-shells perform
Wednesday, June 29 - Storytime at Barnes & NOble TCC
Join Ms. Dawn and Ms. Jen every week for stories, songs, and crafts perfect for little ones 3 and under. Toddler Time is a great chance to interact with your child and other parents.
Where: Barnes & Noble TCC/ MacArthur CenterWhen: 10:00 AM - 10:30 AMWho: open to the publicCost: free
Wednesday, June 29 through Sunday, September 18 - Curious George Saves the Day
Nearly 80 original drawings, book mock-ups, personal photographs, and documents tell the true story behind the Reys’ best-selling fiction for children and one of the world’s favorite characters
Where:Chrysler Museum of Art 245 W Olney Rd. Norfolk, VA 23501 When: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMWho: open to the publicHow: www.chrysler.orgCost: $5
Wednesday, June 29 - Regal Summer Movie Express
Welcome to Regal's Summer Movie Express 2011. Moviegoers of all ages can climb aboard to enjoy a great selection of films. During this 9-week festival, select Regal Cinemas, United Artists and Edwards Theatres will offer selected G or PG rated movies for only a dollar on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10:00am.
Where: Regal CinemasWhen: 10:00 AMWho: open to the publicCost: $1 admissionFor more info: complete schedule of dates and movies here: http://www.regmovies.com/summermovieexpress/default.aspx?zip=23456
Wednesday, June 29 through Sunday, July 3 - "The Hungry Children of Summer" Food Drive
This Wednesday-Sunday, Southern Fried Studio & Shop are accepting donations of non-perishable food items for the South Hampton Roads Food Bank because their shelves are empty!
Where: Southern Fried Studio & Shop 4100 Charity Neck RoadWhen: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PMWho: open to the publicCost: free
Wednesday, June 29 - Storytime at Barnes & Noble
Join us at Lynnhaven Mall for our regular weekly storytime. A fun craft is included!
Where: Barnes & Noble Lynnhaven 701 Lynnhaven Pkwy
Virginia Beach, VA 23452When: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AMWho: Open to the publicHow: Store phone number: 757-340-4055Cost: freeFor more info: THIS WEEK: Miss Smith Under the Ocean
Wednesday, June 29 - Kids' Day at Jillians
Just $5 gets your kid a meal and a $10 Game card
Where: Jillians of Chesapeake 1401 Greenbrier Pkwy ChesapeakeWhen: 11:00 AM - 10:00 PMWho: open to the publicCost: $5 per child
Wednesday, June 29 - Storytime with Grandma Beach
Held every Wednesday & Thursday during June, July, & August. 11:00 AM Join Grandma Beach or Captain Fishbones for a storybook reading, activities and fun
Where: Old Coast Guard Station 2401 Atlantic AvenueWhen: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PMWho: open to the public; children ages 3-9 yrs with adultHow: [email protected] or 757-422-1587Cost: free
Wednesday, June 29 - Fountain Field Days
Come cool off every Wednesday this summer and enjoy outdoor children's activities, giveaways, music and of course, the dancing fountain! Omar's Fountain Café is also open for that perfect summer lunch.
Where: TownBank Fountain Park Norfolk, VAWhen: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PMWho: open to the publicCost: free
Wednesday, June 29 - NPL Events- Blyden’s Opening Celebration for SRP
Activities and refreshments to start the summer right!
Where: Blyden Branch Library 879 E. Princess Anne Road
Norfolk VA, 23504When: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PMWho: open to the publicHow: Phone: 757-441-2852
URL: www.npl.lib.va.usCost: free
Wednesday, June 29 - Summer Reading Program Kickoff: Creature Comforts
These amazing birds roller skate, dance, and even skateboard!
Where: 961 Park Avenue
Norfolk VA, 23504When: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PMWho: open to the publicHow: 441-2843Cost: free
Wednesday, June 29 - Summer Fun Festival
Where: All A.C. Moore storesWhen: 3:00 PM - 6:00 PMWho: open to the public, children 4+Cost: free
Wednesday, June 29 - YNOT Wednesdays
Every Wednesday from June 1st through August 31st, join us on the Sandler Center Outdoor Plaza for a FREE Acoustic Concert! Each week, there will be cold drinks & food available from our sponsor, Ynot Pizza and fresh produce from The Virginia Beach Farmers Market.
Tonight's performer: Schiavonne McGee
Where: Sandler Center Outdoor Plaza Virginia Beach Town CenterWhen: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PMWho: open to the publicCost: freeFor more info: To see a complete Ynot Wednesdays series schedule, visit www.sandlercenter.org/whynotwednesdays
Wednesday, June 29 through Thursday, June 30 - Mt. Trashmore Carnival
Enjoy the Mount Trashmore Summer Carnival, operated by Deggeller Attractions. Parking and admission is free.
Where: Mt. Trashmore, Edwin DrWhen: 6:00 PM - 11:00 PMWho: open to the publicHow: http://www.vbgov.comCost: Free admission, must pay to ride rides; Monday, Wednesday & Friday $16 wristband Twelve Buck Tuesday $12 wristband Dollar Day Thursday All rides $1 each Saturday & Sunday $20 wristband Single Tickets (rides require 2-5 tickets each) $1/tickFor more info: Hours of Operation: The closing time indicated is the latest the carnival will operate. The carnival may close earlier at the discretion of Deggeller Attractions based on weather conditions and attendance.
- Monday - Thursday: 6 pm - 11 pm
- Friday: 6 pm - 11:30 pm
- Saturday: 2 pm - 11:30 pm
- Sunday: 2 pm - 11 pm
Thursday, June 30 - First Landing State Park Events
10:00AM-11:00AM- Wonder Bugs (best for children ages 2-6yrs)
2:00PM-3:00PM- Sailing Dangerous Waters
12:00PM-1:00PM-Where's Phoebe
Where: First Landing State Park 2500 Shore Drive
Virginia Beach VA, 23451When: 10:00 AMWho: open to the publicHow: Jennifer Huggins
Phone: 757-412-2306Cost: There is no fee for the program. Parking fee is $4 on weeknights, and $5 on weekends
Thursday, June 30 - VBPL Events
10:30AM- SPCA presents- Furry Friends! at Oceanfront Area Library
10:30AM- Kim Herman Art Workshop (ages 6-11)at South Rosemont Library
2:00PM- 2pm- Fire Safety Clown Show at Princess Anne Area Library
2:00PM- Ballet Storytime & Workshop (ages 3-10) at Great Neck Area Library
Where: various Virginia Beach Public LibrariesWhen: 10:30 AMWho: open to the publicHow: www.vbgov.comCost: Free but you must call to enroll
Thursday, June 30 through Thursday, June 30 - Storytime with Grandma Beach or Captain Fishbones
Join us for a storybook reading, activities, and fun!
Where: The Old Coast Guard Station
24th Street and Atlantic Avenue
Virginia Beach, VAWhen: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PMWho: open to the publicHow: Call 422-1587 for reservations or more information.Cost: free with admission
Thursday, June 30 through Thursday, June 30 - Toddler Trek Thursday
oin us for Toddler Trek Thursdays, an outdoor exploration session for early learners and their parents. Every Thursday, take an easy 30-minute stroll along the Nature Trail to discover a new animal, color, or shape through fun outdoor activities.
Where: This program meets in the Marsh Pavilion and will take place inside during inclement weather. Virginia Aquarium- 717 General Booth Blvd 23451When: 11:00 AM - 11:30 AMWho: Open to the publicCost: Free with paid admission, free to members
Thursday, June 30 - The VA Aquarium & Marine Science Center presents: Puppet Sea Theatre
Come for an hour of marine fun! Listen to a story, watch a puppet show, make a craft and meet live animals. Activities stress the importance of reading books and respecting animals. The VA Aquarium will visit several NPL locations this summer! Families welcome!
Where: Janaf Branch Library
124 Janaf Shopping Center
Norfolk VA, 23502When: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PMWho: open to the publicHow: Phone: 757-441-5660Cost: free
Thursday, June 30 - Summer Reading Program Kickoff Celebrations: Moon Bounce and Games!
Egg and book balance races. Jump into SRP with a moon bounce
Where: Barron F. Black Branch Library
6700 E. Tanners Creek Road
Norfolk VA, 23513When: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PMWho: open to the publicHow: Phone: 757-441-5806
URL: www.npl.lib.va.usCost: free
Thursday, June 30 - Fire Safety
The Virginia Beach Fire Department's clowns will tickle your funny bone as they teach safety through silliness.
Where: Princess Anne Library 1444 Nimmo Pkwy Virginia BeachWhen: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PMWho: open to the publicHow: www.vbgov.com/libraries CALL TO ENROLL 757-385-2610Cost: free
Thursday, June 30 - Virginia Aquarium Bay Lab
Come by the lab to experience touch tanks full of animals which inhabit the Chesapeake Bay. Discover what animals live along the beach and the shells that wash ashore. The Bay Lab is located in the Chesapeake Bay Visitors Center on the beach side of the park.
Where: First Landing State Park Bay Lab Shore Drive, Virginia Beach 23451When: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PMWho: open to the publicCost: free but parking is $5
Thursday, June 30 - Butterfly Make and Take
Create your own butterfly art in the World of Wonders Children's Garden. Learn about plants that caterpillars like to eat and plant your own flower seeds to take home for butterflies to visit this summer!
Where: Norfolk Botanical Garden 6700 Azalea Garden Road Norfolk, VA 23518When: 5:00 PM - 6:00 PMWho: open to the publicCost: $12/craft set ($8 per member)
Thursday, June 30 - Little Island Park Party
Enjoy some free family fun at Little Island Park this summer! Various games, magic, jugglers, ventriloqist, mimes, and storytellers!
Where: Little Island Park 3820 Sandpiper Rd 23456When: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PMWho: open to the publicCost: free
Thursday, June 30 - Virginia Beach Oceanfront Family Great Adventures Series
On select nights during the season, families can take part in an interactive adventure that leads them to various sites along the boardwalk and Atlantic Avenue to unravel a mystery. During each adventure, participants can dress up as characters, use “brain and brawn” to win the contest at hand, and settle into the sand for a family-friendly movie shown on a giant inflatable screen on the beach
Tonight: Alien Invasion on the Beach/Movie: "Monsters vs Aliens" (Rated PG)
Where: Virginia Beach Oceanfront, 27th StreetWhen: 6:00 PM - 10:00 PMWho: open to the publicCost: free
Thursday, June 30 - Shipwrecks and Ghost Lore
Join a costumed interpreter for an evening stroll along the boardwalk and hear true accounts and local legends of shipwrecks, ghosts, pirates and witches!
Where: Old Coast Guard Station 2401 Atlantic AvenueVirginia Beach, VirginiaWhen: 7:30 PM - 9:00 PMWho: open to the publicHow: [email protected] or 757-422-1587.Cost: $10 Adult, $5 Child
Tickets may be purchased in advance at museum gift shop.For more info: EVERY TUESDAY AND THURSDAY IN JUNE, JULY & AUGUST
Friday, July 1 through Monday, July 4 - Support A Sailor
Show your support for our local Navy heroes and honor our veterans by writing a letter of gratitude and greetings.
Where: Hampton Roads Naval Museum, 1 Waterside Dr., Norfolk, VAWhen: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMWho: open to the publicHow: 757-322-3108 http://www.hrnm.navy.mil/Cost: free with admission
Friday, July 1 - Summer Friday Films for Children
Chirp really, really wants to fly—with a little help from Peep, Quack, and his other feathered friends.
Viewing age: all (30 mins., 2005) Each screening features a classic film or contemporary animation in our Kaufman Theatre—and a fun, hands-on activity in the Theatre Gallery afterward
Viewing age: all (30 mins., 2005) Each screening features a classic film or contemporary animation in our Kaufman Theatre—and a fun, hands-on activity in the Theatre Gallery afterward
Where: Chrysler Museum of Art 200 Olney Rd NorfolkWhen: 10:30 AM - 11:30 PMWho: open to the publicCost: Cost: Free for children 12 and younger and Museum Members, $5 for all othersFor more info: Individual reservations are not required, but for groups of 10 or more please RSVP in advance to (757) 333-6239
Friday, July 1 - Storytime at The Up Center
Pre-school ages storytime with a craft. New theme each week!
Where: Up Center Books 1011 West 25th Street Norfolk (between Colley & Hampton)When: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AMWho: open to the publicHow: 757-623-1117Cost: free
Friday, July 1 - Storytime at The Silver Rattle
Join us for stories and crafts at 11am.
Where: The Silver Rattle 1611A Colley Ave Norfolk, VA, 23504When: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PMWho: Open to the pubicCost: free
Friday, July 1 - First Landing State Park Events
12:30-1:30PM- WHat's in the Nets
2:00-3:00PM- Beach Safari
4:00-5:00PM- Swamp Creatures
6:00-7:30PM- Crabbing
8:30-10:00PM- Campfire
Where: First Landing State Park 2500 Shore Drive
Virginia Beach VA, 23451When: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PMWho: open to the publicHow: 757-412-2300Cost: free
Friday, July 1 - Beach FamFest
Join us this Summer for Beach FamFest 2011! FREE family fun with afternoon festivals, live concerts at sunset, and big screen movies under the stars EVERY Friday in July and August at Virginia Beach oceanfront 17th Street Park and Starfish Pavilion! See you there!
Afternoon Festival starts at 3PM! Live Concert with The Hurrah Players: Live from Broadway starts at 8PM! Outdoor movie with award-winning JUSTIN BIEBER: NEVER SAY NEVER by Paramount Pictures, Rated G, starts at 9PM
Afternoon Festival starts at 3PM! Live Concert with The Hurrah Players: Live from Broadway starts at 8PM! Outdoor movie with award-winning JUSTIN BIEBER: NEVER SAY NEVER by Paramount Pictures, Rated G, starts at 9PM
Where: 17th Street Park and Starfish Pavillion Virginia Beach OceanfrontWhen: 3:00 PM - 11:00 PMWho: open to the publicHow: www.beachstreetusa.comCost: free
Friday, July 1 - TGIF
Start your weekend off right at Norfolk's largest outdoor waterfront party in TowneBank Fountain Park. Catch the sun setting over the Elizabeth River with friends and family, sip on a cold drink, grab a bite to eat, and jam out to FREE live music from local favorites from all over Hampton Roads. Omar's Fountain Café offers a full bar and a freshly prepared menu
Where: TownBank Fountain ParkWhen: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PMWho: open to the publicCost: freeFor more info: Tonight's entertainer: Scott Varney
Friday, July 1 - TowneBanks Summer Concert Series Greenbrier
Free concerts will take place every Friday from May 27 through September 2, from 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. 2WD and The Shopper are media sponsors for the summer concerts.
Previous years have attracted hundreds of Chesapeake residents each Friday evening. Beer and wine are served for $4 each, and 100% of proceeds benefits CHIP of Chesapeake, an organization dedicated to supporting healthy families and children. Rental chairs are available for $5, with proceeds also benefiting CHIP.
Previous years have attracted hundreds of Chesapeake residents each Friday evening. Beer and wine are served for $4 each, and 100% of proceeds benefits CHIP of Chesapeake, an organization dedicated to supporting healthy families and children. Rental chairs are available for $5, with proceeds also benefiting CHIP.
Where: Towne Place at GreenbrierWhen: 5:30 PM - 8:30 PMWho: open to the public, no dogs allowedCost: freeFor more info: Tonight's performer: Lewis McGee
Friday, July 1 - The Shore Thing Concert & Independence Day Celebration
Start your 4th of July Celebration off early with a BANG! On Friday, July 1, 2011 from 6pm -10 pm, celebrate our Nation’s birthday at Ocean View Beach Park! This patriotic beach party bursts with family fun that includes great music, food, beverages, children's activities and more! Dance to live music by The Janitors starting at 6pm and experience a spectacular fireworks display over the Chesapeake Bay at 9:30pm.
Where: Ocean View Beach ParkWhen: 6:00 PM - 10:00 PMWho: open to the publicHow: www.festevents.orgCost: free
Friday, July 1 - Friday Night Hoedown
Bring your own lawnchair and enjoy the hoedown under the stars. No alcohol permitted.
Where: Virginia Beach Farmers MarketWhen: 7:00 PM - 10:00 PMWho: open to the publicCost: freeFor more info: No rowdy behavior will be tolerated
Friday, July 1 through Saturday, July 2 - Scope Arena Summer on Ice!
Beat the heat with “Summer on Ice” at Scope Arena!
Ice skating is not just a wintertime activity anymore! SevenVenues, Hampton Road’s entertainment leader, announces “Summer on Ice,” a cool way to escape the summer heat. Beginning June 4 through August 12, Scope Arena’s ice rink will be open to leisure skaters, hockey leagues and summer camps for everything from competitive skating to just plain fun
Ice skating is not just a wintertime activity anymore! SevenVenues, Hampton Road’s entertainment leader, announces “Summer on Ice,” a cool way to escape the summer heat. Beginning June 4 through August 12, Scope Arena’s ice rink will be open to leisure skaters, hockey leagues and summer camps for everything from competitive skating to just plain fun
Where: Scope Arena, NorfolkWhen: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PMWho: open to the publicCost: $5, includes skatesFor more info: Public sessions will be held at the following times:
Friday: 7 pm – 9 pm
Saturday: 3 pm - 5 pm and 7 pm - 9 pm
*Public Skating will be closed on July 1, 2 and August 5.
Saturday, July 2 - Summer Green Market
You will be able to get your local organic fruit & veggies, home baked goods and other awesome crafts and products. It will run every Saturday thereafter to September 3rd, 8am to noon. We hope you are as excited as we are. See you there!
Where: Red Mill Commons Shopping Center Corner of Elson Green Avenue & Upton Drive - South of The Swell RestaurantVirginia Beach, VirginiaWhen: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PMWho: open to the publicHow: https://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=213623245327899Cost: free to attend
Saturday, July 2 - Chesapeake Farmers Market
Open air market, local farmers selling fresh vegetables, fruits, and plants.
Where: Chesapeake City Park
900 Greenbrier Parkway
Chesapeake, VAWhen: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PMWho: open to the publicCost: free
Saturday, July 2 - Kids Craft Class (ages 5+) at AC Moore
Jen T. teaches the kids fun crafts while the parents shop
Where: AC Moore 3312 Princess Anne Rd Virginia BeachWhen: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AMWho: Open to the public, children 5+Cost: $5
Saturday, July 2 - Kids Workshop
The Home Depot's Kids Workshops offer useful projects including the creation of toolboxes, fire trucks and mail organizers, as well as more educational projects, such as a window birdhouse, bughouse or Declaration of Independence frame kit.The workshops teach children do-it-yourself skills and tool safety, while at the same time helping to instill a sense of accomplishment. Additionally, this fun time allows for quality one-on-one time between adults and children.In addition to the newly constructed project kit, each child receives a kid-sized orange apron, similar to The Home Depot associates' aprons, and an achievement pin.
Where: Home Depot StoresWhen: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PMWho: open to the public, children ages 5-12Cost: freeFor more info: This Saturday: Coaster Set
Saturday, July 2 - First Saturday in Portsmouth
In the city of Portsmouth, First Saturday includes the Farmer's Market, the Flea Market, and lots of
outdoor activities. The Virginia Sports Hall of Fame Museum will be participating by having kid friendly
activities out front on their plazaEnjoy Seasonal veggies. Seafood. Meats and Poultry. Sweet treats. Home made items. And more! All sold with a smile. Treat yourself and your family to the best and make new friends while you're at it.
outdoor activities. The Virginia Sports Hall of Fame Museum will be participating by having kid friendly
activities out front on their plazaEnjoy Seasonal veggies. Seafood. Meats and Poultry. Sweet treats. Home made items. And more! All sold with a smile. Treat yourself and your family to the best and make new friends while you're at it.
Where: Court Street between High and Queen Streets, PortsmouthWhen: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PMWho: open to the publicCost: free
Saturday, July 2 - Red, White & Blue Celebration
There will be activities for the kids, an art show, and food
Where: Fairfield Shopping Center 5322 Lord Dunmore, Virginia Beach, VAWhen: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PMWho: open to the publicCost: free
Saturday, July 2 through Monday, September 5 - Atlantis:
The Lost Civilization of Atlantis is the stuff of legend, but are the stories of Atlantis true?Prepare yourself for adventure! Enter Atlantis! A Labyrinth Adventure and discover the secrets of Atlantis for yourself. Visitors join a team of exploration experts, representing mankind as you journey through the mazelike twists and turns of the 17,000 sq ft Labyrinth while solving riddles, playing challenging games and overcoming obstacles to solve the ocean's greatest mystery inside the Half Moone Cruise & Celebration Center. Atlantis! A Labyrinth Adventure will take you on the journey of a lifetime!
Where: Nauticus- 1 Waterside Dr, NorfolkWhen: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMWho: open to the publicCost: Adults: $6 , Children (ages 4-12): $5 ,Ages 3 & under: Free , Nauticus members: $3For more info: July 2, 3 & 4 Grand Opening Weekend
Join us each day for special activities celebrating the opening of Atlantis! A Labyrinth Adventure. Giveaways each day (while supplies last), entertainment, fun, face painting, a "live" mermaid (10am-2pm on Sat; 10am-1pm on Monday) and more await! Activities will vary each day.
Saturday, July 2 - Annual Patriots Day
Enjoy craft demonstrations, musical performances, games, military drill, food and fun! This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Museum in collaboration with the Portsmouth Museums. As with all our First Saturday programs, admission will be FREE to both the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Museum and Lightship Portsmouth!
Where: Presented by the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Museum and Lightship PORTSMOUTH 2 High Street on the Portsmouth WaterfrontWhen: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMWho: open to the publicHow: 757-393-8591 www.portsnavalmuseums.comCost: free
Saturday, July 2 - Sensory Friendly Movie: Cars 2
If going to the movies is a difficult for a member of your family because of his/her disability or behavior challenges, we have a deal for you. Thanks to the generosity of AMC Theaters, you may watch a movie at a real theater and not worry about being too loud, too wiggly, too sensitive to noisy, or even too scared of the dark. Here’s what we’re talking about:
AMC has agreed to skip the previews, adjust the sound and lights, and tolerate noise and movement from the viewers. Since we’ll be the only ones in the theater, we won’t have to worry about bothering anyone else.
AMC has agreed to skip the previews, adjust the sound and lights, and tolerate noise and movement from the viewers. Since we’ll be the only ones in the theater, we won’t have to worry about bothering anyone else.
Where: Lynnhaven AMC 18 Virginia BeachWhen: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PMWho: open to the publicCost: Regular admission prices applyFor more info: AMC popcorn without butter is GFCF, but feel free to bring in your own snacks that are GFCF(AMC ONLY APPROVES OF GFCF SNACKS ONLY BEING BROUGHT INTO THE THEATRE).
We hope that these accommodations mean that families who have hesitated to go to a movie theater will come. Friends and relatives are welcome to join the fun!
Saturday, July 2 through Saturday, July 9 - Toot & Puddle at NPL
You’ve seen them on Nick Jr. and read about them in books. Now, our favorite piggies are coming to Norfolk Public Library! Toot and Puddle will visit several NPL locations this summer to celebrate reading. See them live, in person, at a branch below. (Family)
In order to accommodate large groups, NPL requests that groups of 10 or more please call the branch in advance. Saturday, July 2
Jordan-Newby Branch Library ~ 961 Park Avenue ~ 441-2843 @ 10:30 AM/Janaf Branch Library ~ 124 Janaf Shopping Center ~ 441-5660 @ 2:00 PM Tuesday, July 5- Blyden Branch Library ~ 879 E. Princess Anne Road ~ 441-2852 @ 10:30 AM
Horace C. Downing Branch Library ~ 555 E. Liberty Street ~ 441-1968 @ 2:00 PM
In order to accommodate large groups, NPL requests that groups of 10 or more please call the branch in advance. Saturday, July 2
Jordan-Newby Branch Library ~ 961 Park Avenue ~ 441-2843 @ 10:30 AM/Janaf Branch Library ~ 124 Janaf Shopping Center ~ 441-5660 @ 2:00 PM Tuesday, July 5- Blyden Branch Library ~ 879 E. Princess Anne Road ~ 441-2852 @ 10:30 AM
Horace C. Downing Branch Library ~ 555 E. Liberty Street ~ 441-1968 @ 2:00 PM
Where: various Norfolk Public LibrariesWhen: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AMWho: open to the publicHow: For more information and a complete listing of programs, visit any NPL branch for our Summer Program Guide, or go to www.npl.lib.va.us.Cost: freeFor more info: Wed, July 6-Van Wyck Branch L~1368 DeBree Avenue ~ 441-2844 @ 10:30 AM
Larchmont Branch Library~ 6525 Hampton Boulevard ~ 441-5335 @ 3:00 PM
Thurs July 7-Lafayette Branch ~ 1610 Cromwell Drive ~ 441-2842 @ 10:30 AM
Fri July 8-Little Creek Branch~ 7853 Tarpon Place ~ 441-1751 @ 2:00 PM
Sat July 9-Barron F. Black Branch ~ 6700 Tanners Creek Drive ~ 441-5806 @ 10:30 AM
Pretlow Anchor Branch Library ~111 W. Ocean View Avenue ~ 441-1750 @ 2:00 PM
Saturday, July 2 - Music on Monarch Way '11
Where: Ted Constant Center, green lawn NorfolkWhen: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PMWho: open to the publicCost: freeFor more info: Complete schedule of performers: http://www.oduvillage.com/news.php?todo=details&id=27627
Sunday, July 3 - HTH Charitable Foundation 3rd Annual Cystic Fibrosis Benefit Party
Annual Cystic Fibrosis Benefit Party is Sunday July 3rd 5pm - 9pm at the Virginia Beach Sportsplex. Live music by Exploding Sun, Magician, Bounce House, Food & Beverages. This is a family event and all are welcome to come help us raise awareness and money for Cystic Fibrosis.
Where: Virginia Beach Sportsplex 2181 Landstown RdVirginia Beach, Virginia 23456When: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PMWho: open to the publicCost: Entry tickets are $20 for adults & $10 for kids and there will be a seperate CF table for your tax deductable donation.
Sunday, July 3 - Big Bands on the Bay
End the weekend with a sunset celebration on the Chesapeake Bay. Welcome the stars every Sunday from 7 pm to 9 pm beginning May 29 and running through September 4, 2011. Guests are invited down to the Gazebo at Ocean View Beach Park for live Big Band music and dancing beside the Chesapeake Bay
The 2011 Big Bands on the Bay series kicks off this week with Top Hats Orchestra
Where: Ocean View Beach ParkWhen: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PMWho: open to the publicCost: freeFor more info: Please bring a lawn chair or blanket for seating. Coolers, food and soft drinks are permitted. No alcohol or glass is permitted.
Sunday, July 3 - Stagazing and OwlHoot
Journey through scenic Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge to the heart of False Cape State Park away from city lights and traffic to observe the night sky and listen for owls. Look for shooting stars and other bright lights in the sky as you learn to pick out the summer constellations. Trip meets at Little Island City Park in Sandbridge.
Where: Little Island Park Sandpiper Rd, Virginia Beach SandbridgeWhen: 8:30 PM - 10:30 PMWho: open to the publicHow: http://dcrintra.dcr.virginia.gov/dcr_public/events/ViewEvent.cfm?585D0E70720802060109001B010B Reservations are required. Call (757) 426-7128 to sign up.Cost: $10 per person
Monday, July 4 - First Landing State Park Events
10:00AM-11:00AM- Feeling on Monday Morning
11:00AM-12:00PM- Swamp Stomp
1:00PM- 2:00PM- Seaside Creation
Where: First Landing State Park 2500 Shore Drive
Virginia Beach VA, 23451When: 10:00 AMWho: Open to the publicHow: Phone: 757-412-2300Cost: Cost of the program is free, entrance fee into the park is $4 on weekday, $5 weekends
Monday, July 4 - 31st Annual Lakeside Park 4th of July Celebration
The event kicks off with a parade that starts at South Norfolk Baptist Church at 10 a.m., and heads toward the park. Opening ceremonies and entertainment follows the end of the parade. Featured entertainment this year is the Bartones who will take the stage at noon. Commonwealth's Attorney Nance Parr will be this year's Grand Marshal of the parade. Kathy R. Williams will be singing the National Anthem at the opening ceremony. The event features children's events, games, petting zoo, paddle boat rides and more. The event is presented by Chesapeake Parks and Recreation and the South Norfolk Civic League.
Where: Lakeside Park
1441 Bainbridge Blvd
Chesapeake, VAWhen: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PMWho: open to the publicCost: freeFor more info: Food is available on-site for purchase, just bring a lawn chair and enjoy the fun.
Monday, July 4 - Bike Night
Bring your bikes, helmets and family or friends out to Norfolk Botanical Garden and pedal through the petals. Norfolk Botanical Garden is home to 12 miles of pedestrian pathways.
Monday, Wednesday and Thursday nights through October 2011
Where: Norfolk Botanical GardenWhen: 4:00 PM - 7:00 PMWho: open to the publicCost: free with park admissionFor more info: MONDAYS, WEDNESDAYS AND THURSDAYS ONLY
Tuesday, July 5 - Twisted Tuesday
Twisted Tuesdays at Cinema Cafe Pembroke and Greenbrier locations, $1 movies
Where: Cinema Cafe Pemboke-758 Independence Blvd.
Virginia Beach, VA 23451 Cinema Cafe Greenbrier- Located inside Greenbrier Mall
1401 Greenbrier Parkway, ChesapeakeWhen: 10:00 AM - 10:00 PMWho: open to the publicCost: $1 admission per person
Tuesday, July 5 - First Art
Instructor: Kim Herman
Let 1st Art be your first stop for education fun. Our experienced early childhood specialist has designed a fun, age-appropriate curriculum based on a playful approach to art. The 1st Art program engages our youngest artists and fosters learning by teaching fundamental motor skills, increasing self-confidence, promoting awareness of the visual and tactile world, and by integrating the senses. Students work on several topical projects and will finish at least one of them to take home from each class. Expect a balance of drawing, painting and craft-based projects
Let 1st Art be your first stop for education fun. Our experienced early childhood specialist has designed a fun, age-appropriate curriculum based on a playful approach to art. The 1st Art program engages our youngest artists and fosters learning by teaching fundamental motor skills, increasing self-confidence, promoting awareness of the visual and tactile world, and by integrating the senses. Students work on several topical projects and will finish at least one of them to take home from each class. Expect a balance of drawing, painting and craft-based projects
Where: Contemporary Art Center of VirginiaWhen: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PMWho: open to the publicHow: www.cacv.orgCost: Pre-registration required.
Members $8 per class / Non-members $10 per class
Register for the entire series and save 10%For more info: Ages 2-3 (parent/guardian & child) meets 10-10:45am
Ages 4-5 (parent/guardian & child) meets 11am-Noon
Tuesday, July 5 - Twisted Tuesdays
Twisted Tuesday's at Cinema Cafe. $1.00 Movies and $2.50 your choice of Lg. Drink or Lg. Popcorn
Where: Cinema Cafe Pembroke Meadows and Greenbrier locationsWhen: 10:00 AM - 10:00 PMWho: open to the publicCost: $1 admission
Tuesday, July 5 - Storytime at Barnes & Noble Lynnhaven Mall
Today's story: Ladybug Girl at the Beach
Where: Barnes & Noble inside Lynnhaven MallWhen: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AMWho: Open to the publicHow: 757-340-4055Cost: free
Tuesday, July 5 - First Landing State Park Events
12:00PM-1:00PM- Animal House
2:00PM-3:00PM- What's in the Nets?
Where: First Landing State Park 2500 Shore DrWhen: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PMWho: open to the publicHow: Phone: 757-412-2306Cost: Program is Free! Parking Fee is $4 weekdays, $5 weekends.
Tuesday, July 5 - Make and Take Tuesdays
Enjoy making and taking crafts!
Where: Windsor Woods Public Library 3612 South Plaza Trail Virginia BeachWhen: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PMWho: open to the public ages 4+How: Call to enroll 757-385-2630Cost: free
Wednesday, July 6 - Chesapeake Farmers Market
Open air market, local farmers selling fresh vegetables, fruits, and plants.
Where: Chesapeake City Park
900 Greenbrier Parkway
Chesapeake, VAWhen: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PMWho: open to the publicCost: free
Mrs.O's Corner
The Last Way of Thinking
The Last Way of Thinking
We've talked about thinking within the text and beyond the text--now it's time to thing ABOUT the text! It's easy...I'll show you how.
1. Analyzing--examine elements of the book to know how it's constructed.
2. Critiquing--evaluate the book based on what you know.
These are both so simple that you and your child probably do this without even thinking about it. Ever had a book keep you awake at night? Ever thought about a character during your every day ...
"Know Where To Go"
Events for Macaroni Parents courtesy of vbnightlife.com
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Every week, vbnightlife.com will be sharing with Macaroni Kid Virginia Beach their top picks for the upcoming weekend.
Below are this weekend's vbnightlife.com TOP PICK events for adults:
Wednesday night, all the hot girls and boys of VBNightlife will be cruising ...
Macaroni Made
4th of July Poppers
You Will Need:
White tissue paper
String or ribbon
Scissors or paper trimmer
Hot glue or glue dots
8 1/2 x 11 Patterned cardstock
8 1/2 x 11 Solid cardstock
Candy or small toys
Cut your patterned paper in half to make it 4 1/4 x 11. Also cut your white tissue paper to this size. Turn the patterned paper pattern side down and glue the tissue paper on the bottom. About inch over lapping.
Next, roll the paper and tissue into a tube, about the size ...
Macaroni Made
All-American Eagle TShirt
You Will Need:
A pre-washed shirt
Fabric paint (White, Brown, Black, and Yellow)
Cardboard, we used an old cereal box
Paint brush or sponge
Styrofoam plates
Wipes or wet paper towels
Start by placing cardboard in the shirt to protect the back from bleeding paint. We cut a cereal box to fit the shirt.
Add brown and white paint in a plate. Sponge the brown paint onto your child's foot and white paint onto the toes. Place the foot on the shirt with the toes toward the bottom ...
On the Macaroni Menu
Star Spangled Watermelon
Star Spangled Watermelon
Easy, Festive & Healthy
Every year, some friends of ours have a huge Fourth of July get together. We eat, swim, and eat some more! Everyone brings a dish or two, and there is more food than we can ever eat--but we try! I usually make sweets or some other treat, but all I could think about was watermelon that hot summer day. I decided to dress plain ol' watermelon slices up a little bit!
What you'll need:
Easy, Festive & Healthy
Every year, some friends of ours have a huge Fourth of July get together. We eat, swim, and eat some more! Everyone brings a dish or two, and there is more food than we can ever eat--but we try! I usually make sweets or some other treat, but all I could think about was watermelon that hot summer day. I decided to dress plain ol' watermelon slices up a little bit!
What you'll need:
- Star cookie cutters, multiple sizes
- 1 medium-sized watermelon
- Blueberries ...
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