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Anecdotes and Parables
Through July 1, 2012 - This exhibition features lithographs, sculptures and paintings by Georgeanna Fellio and Heather Bryant, two artists who explore the animal narratives in their work.
Presented by the Portsmouth Art & Cultural Center (formerly the Courthouse Galleries) Corner of High & Court St. | 393-8543
Outdoor Sculpture
Through October 14, 2012 - Visit the garden setting to relax and enjoy the seventh year of this outdoor exhibit.
Presented by the Portsmouth Art & Cultural Center (formerly the Courthouse Galleries) Corner of High & Court St. | 393-8543
OpSail 2012 Virginia™
The Port of Virginia will once again host an impressive fleet of tall ships, navy and military war ships representing the world. OpSail 2012 Virginia™ is planned to illuminate the community with spectacle and festivity.
FirstEvents - Olde Towne Portsmouth
Held the first Friday through Sunday of each month, Olde Towne Portsmouth's business community opens its 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. Sponsored by the Olde Towne Business Association | 757-397-7173
1Friends of the Library Book Sale
1 - 7 PM - basement of the Main Library, 601 Court Street
1Concert In the Courtyard - Free Music Series
5 - 8 PM - Enjoy music in the courtyard from More Cowbell.
Presented by the Portsmouth Art & Cultural Center (formerly the Courthouse Galleries) and PortsEvents | Corner of High & Court St. | 393-8543
2Olde Towne Farmer's Market
9 AM – 1 PM - Historic district market with locally and organically grown veggies, fruits, nut, herbs, beef, chicken, eggs, seafood, artisanal breads, scones, pastries, cakes, pies, jams, jellies, salsas, fresh, dried and silk flowers, soaps, lotions, pottery, arts/crafts. Just outside the Portsmouth Art & Cultural Center courtyard at Court and High Streets. Visit the Portsmouth Olde Towne Farmers Market website for more details
2Olde Towne Antiques to Flea Market
10 AM - 2 PM - The Olde Towne Antiques to Flea Market is 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! Call 757-339-1876 for additional information.
2Friends of the Library Book Sale
10 AM - 4 PM - basement of the Main Library, 601 Court Street
1812: Free Trade and Sailors Rights
10AM - 5 PM - Commemorating the bicentennial of the War of 1812. Enjoy historic demonstrations and crafts. Free admission.
Presented by the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Museum and Lightship Portsmouth Museum | 757-393-8591 | www.portsnavalmuseums.com
3First Sunday Breakfast, Brunch, or Lunch
Call your favorite restaurant for details.
Click here for a list of downtown area retaurants
Virginia Sports Hall of Fame and Museum:
Horse Racing Family Fun Day
11 AM - 3 PM - Games, skills test, arts & crafts, scavenger hunts and prizes. Fun for the entire family.
Virginia Sports Hall of Fame and Museum | 757-393-8031
206 High St. - Portsmouth, VA 23704
Hoffler Creek Beginners Kayak Lessons
10:15 - 10:45 AM - Reservations required.
Hoffler Creek Wildlife Preserve | 757-686-8684
Book Signing: "Secretariat's Meadow" with Leeanne Meadows Ladin and Kate Chenery Tweedy
Virginia Sports Hall of Fame and Museum | 757-393-8031
206 High St. - Portsmouth, VA 23704
Seawall Music Festival
Free waterfront concerts and family festivities. Come out and enjoy free entertainment from local and regional acts.
For more information please call 757-393-8481.
Friday, June 8
6-7 PM (Reggie Gist) Main Stage
7-8:30 PM (RaJazz) Water Stage
8:30-11 PM (The Original Rhondels) Main Stage
Saturday June 9
2-3 PM (Maj*k Band) now White Lightning Main Stage
3-4:30 PM (Hotcakes Band) Water Stage
4:30-6 PM (Good Life Band) Main Stage
6-7:30 PM (Phazz II) Water Stage
7:30-9:30 PM Main Stage
9:30 PM Fireworks
OpSail 2012 Virginia™
Four days worth of waterfront celebration extending from North Landing to High Street Landing to Ocean Marine. Enjoy parking, a free trolley shuttle, free music and free tours of visiting tall ships HMS Bounty, Gazela and Kalmar Nyckel – PLUS see Saturday night's fireworks from Portsmouth's downtown shoreline.
Hoffler Creek Volunteer Work Day
10 AM - 2 PM - Put on your work gloves and join in to maintain the preserve's trails and facilities.
Hoffler Creek Wildlife Preserve | 757-686-8684
25th Annual Cock Island Race
This waterfront sailing event features Friday and Saturday night entertainment. Saturday is Race Day on the Elizabeth River. For more information please call (757) 393-8481.
Hoffler Creek Sunset Kayak Tour
6:30 - 8:30 PM - Take a Sunset Kayak Tour at Hoffler Creek Wildlife Preserve. Space is limited. Reservations required.
Hoffler Creek Wildlife Preserve | 757-686-8684
Hoffler Creek Night Owl Paddle
8:45 - 10:30 PM - Take a paddle (kayak) at night. Reservations required.
Hoffler Creek Wildlife Preserve | 757-686-8684
Summer Galaxy
Through August 17 | 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM - Fun filled educational and socially stimulating program runs 9 weeks in recreation centers and selected school sites throughout the City. Activities include exposure outings, arts/crafts, large and small group games, creative expression, character and leadership development, sports and much more. $250 for nine weeks.
Portsmouth Recreation Centers
For more information please call (757) 393-8481
The Beat Goes On: Self-taught Artists and their Visionary Art
Through October 14, 2012 - Offering two and three-dimensional work in all shapes, colors and sizes made by the individuals whose work springs from their own inner voices. Works by self-taught artists from the region and beyond will be featured.
Presented by the Portsmouth Art & Cultural Center (formerly the Courthouse Galleries) Corner of High & Court St. | 393-8543
Hoffler Creek Sunset Kayak Tour
6:30 - 8:30 PM - Take a Sunset Kayak Tour at Hoffler Creek Wildlife Preserve. Space is limited. Reservations required.
Hoffler Creek Wildlife Preserve | 757-686-8684
Hoffler Creek Night Owl Paddle
8:45 - 10:30 PM - Take a paddle (kayak) at night. Reservations required.
Hoffler Creek Wildlife Preserve | 757-686-8684
