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ADULT EVENTS
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Suffolk Sewing Circle: Make a Baby Bib
Date: Friday, May 13 Time: 4:00 PM Ages: Adult Cost: Free Location: Suffolk Public Library Online Join the Suffolk Sewing Circle and learn how to sew! In this video tutorial, you will learn how to make baby bibs designed for ages 6-12 months. This beginner-level program requires the use of a sewing machine. Use your own or check out one from the library!
The pre-recorded Suffolk Sewing Circle videos premiere at 4:00 PM on Suffolk Public Library’s Facebook page and YouTube channel.
All participants will receive the supplies needed for the class (while supplies last). Registration required to reserve a kit.
Scrapbook Mini-Crop
Date: Wednesday, May 11 Time: 5:30 PM Ages: Adult, Teen Cost: Free Location: North Suffolk Library Scrap, chat, create! Tools, a make-and-take, and scrap-friendly snacks will be provided.For teens and adults. Registration required.
Get Creative!
Date: Mondays, June 27, July 25, August 22 Time: 5:00 PM Ages: Adults Cost: Free Location: North Suffolk Library Join us at the library for Get Creative! Each month we try our hand at creating art or a craft. All materials are provided. Registration required. For adults.
Suffolk Handicrafts: Meetup
Date: Saturdays, May 14, June 4, July 16, August 6 Time: 10:30 AM Ages: Adult Cost: Free Location: Morgan Memorial Library, North Suffolk Library Share your handicrafts and knowledge, and work on your crafts at this in-person meetup! All handicrafters welcome, from sewists, knitters, quilters, weavers, and more!
Sip & Spell: Adult Spelling Bee
Date: Thursdays, June 23, July 21, August 25 Time: 7:00 PM Ages: Adult Cost: Free Location: Nansemond Brewing Station Join the Suffolk Public Library and Nansemond Brewing Station for a fun-filled adult spelling bee! There will be something for everyone to enjoy from learning new words to enjoying spelling flubs with friends. For adults 21+.
English as a Second Language Basics and Beyond
Date: Wednesdays, June 22 - August 17 Time: 10:00 - 11:00 AM Ages: Adult Cost: Free Location: North Suffolk Library + Suffolk Public Library Online
Improve your language skills with the library! Join us for virtual and in-person English as a Second Language lessons and games in a fun and welcoming environment. No registration required for in-person attendance. Registration required to attend virtually.
¡Mejora tu inglés con la biblioteca! Únase a nosotros para clases y juegos en inglés en un ambiente divertido y acogedor. No es necesario registrarse para asistir en persona. Se requiere registro para asistir virtualmente.
Online Resources
Suffolk Public Library offers many tools for ESL students to get ahead of the game. Check out services available through the library’s website:
Visit suffolkpubliclibrary.com/ESL to get started.
Storytime at the Station
Date: May - August (check website) Time: 10:30 AM Ages: 8 & Under Cost: Free Location: Seaboard Station Railroad Museum Join Suffolk Tourism for a “Storytime at the Station” series! This fun interactive storytelling program is geared toward children ages three to seven. Blankets or beach towels for comfortable seating are welcome. Each month a different book will be read, followed by the opportunity to explore the museum. All children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. For more information, visit SuffolkTrainStation.com.
Date: Saturday, May 14 Time: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM Ages: All Cost: Free Location: Holland Village Ball Field 3 Join the Holland Ruritan Club for their Annual Custom Car, Truck & Motorcycle Show. On-site registration will be from 8:00 - 10:00 AM, and awards will be presented at 1:30 PM. Thirty-five trophies awarded; complimentary dash plaque for first 100 show vehicles. Enjoy door prizes, concessions, and DJ music. $25 for show vehicles. FREE for spectators! For more information, visit the Holland Ruritan Club Facebook page.
Suffolk Art League’s Open Members’ Show
Date: June 14 - July 15 Time: Tuesday - Saturday, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Sunday, 1:00 - 5:00 PM Ages: All Cost: Free Location: Suffolk Art Gallery at 118 Bosley Avenue This show features artwork by current members of the Suffolk Art League. These artists from the Hampton Roads region (and beyond) work in many different styles, including traditional still life, landscape paintings, and nonrepresentational/abstract works, in a wide variety of art mediums. In addition to the two-dimensional works on display, there are glass, clay, and wood sculptures, mixed media sculptures, and jewelry.
Suffolk Sweets Week 2022
Date: July 16 - 23 Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM Ages: All Cost: Prices vary Location: Suffolk Eateries This annual promotion showcases the tastiest desserts that Suffolk has to offer. From simply sweet to deliciously decadent, Suffolk Sweets Week highlights our best local culinary temptations. No coupons, vouchers or tickets are needed—simply order from the Suffolk Sweets Week menu at each participating eatery. For more information, visit DiningInSuffolkVa.com.
Suffolk Farmers’ Market
Since 2005, the Suffolk Farmers’ Market has been a popular outlet for locally grown fruits and vegetables, baked goods, organically raised poultry, fresh eggs and milk, honey and a variety of artisan-crafted goods.
The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is founded on the concept of preserving the City’s agricultural heritage through wholesome family activities. Our mission is to support local family farms and artisans by creating a place of connectivity between producers and consumers. Market participation is open to regional producers within a 100-mile radius of Suffolk.
The 2022 Market kicks off a new season in the open air special event pavilion behind the Suffolk Visitor Center on May 7. Free and open to the public, the Market also showcases live music, exhibits, petting zoos, book signings, workshops, crafts, and more. The current Farmers’ Market Season will conclude on Saturday, November 19. Regular market hours are Saturdays, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM, weather permitting.
For information about becoming a Suffolk Farmers’ Market vendor, contact the Suffolk Visitor Center at 757-514-4130. To stay up-to-date, visit SuffolkVaFarmersMarket.com or follow us on Facebook @SuffolkVaFarmersMarket.
Movie Series: Summer of Adventure at the Center
Join Suffolk Tourism, in partnership with the Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts, as they proudly present Summer of Adventure at the Center, a series of three blockbuster adventure films. Shows begin at 2:00 PM and admission is $2 per person. For more information, please contact the Suffolk Center’s box office at 757-923-2900, or visit SuffolkCenter.org.
Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade
Date: Sunday, June 19 Intrepid archaeologist Indiana Jones risks life and limb to rescue his missing father in the search for the Holy Grail. Racing across the globe, Indy must venture deep into Nazi territory to rescue his father AND the holy artifact in another death-defying adventure. The cast includes Harrison Ford, Sean Connery, and John Rhys-Davies. This 1989 film is rated PG-13 and has a running time of 127 minutes.
Jurassic Park
Date: Sunday, July 17 Pragmatic paleontologist Dr. Alan Grant visits an almost complete theme park filled with cloned dinosaurs…and things don’t go according to plan. After a power failure causes the park’s star attractions to go on a rampage, Dr. Grant must protect the grandchildren of the park’s founder and find his way off the dangerous island. The cast includes Sam Neill, Laura Dern, and Jeff Goldlum. This 1993 film is rated PG-13 and has a running time of 127 minutes.
Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle
Date: Sunday, August 21 Four high school kids discover an old video-game console and are literally drawn into the game’s jungle setting…discovering you don’t just play Jumanji: you survive it. The cast includes Dwayne Johnson, Karen Gillan, Kevin Hart, and Jack Black. This 2017 film is rated PG-13 and has a running time of 119 minutes.
Date: July 23 - August 19 Time: Tuesday - Saturday, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Sunday, 1:00 - 5:00 PM Ages: All Location: Suffolk Art Gallery One-person show by John Alan Stock, the winner of the 2021 Annual Juried Exhibition. This exhibit will include works from four series: ““Mindstorms,” “Neuroplasticity,” “Man as Façade,” and “Conspiracy Theories.” John Alan Stock is an American artist currently residing in Virginia. He has been included in multiple major juried exhibitions; after a hiatus from exhibiting art between 2007 and 2016, he has returned to a full-time focus on art.
Bridge and Games Luncheon
Date: Monday, May 9 Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Ages: 18+ Cost: $25 each / $100 table of 4 Location: Suffolk Art Gallery at 118 Bosley Avenue Play cards? Bridge, Canasta, Hearts? How about board games? MahJong, Cribbage, Monopoly? Join the Suffolk Art League for a fun day of cards, games, and food! Ticket includes lunch, beverages and snacks, tables, playing cards, and talleys. Bring your own board games! Reservations must be made by April 29. Proceeds benefit summer art education programs.
