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CITY OF SUFFOLK IN THIS ISSUE
FROM THE INTERIM CITY MANAGER
MUNICIPAL INFORMATION FROM THE INTERIM CITY MANAGER DIRECTORY PARKS & RECREATION FACILITIES LIBRARY FACILITIES TOURISM FACILITIES CALENDAR OF EVENTS HIGHLIGHTS
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PARKS & RECREATION RENTAL FACILITIES RECREATION CENTERS & EVENTS BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL CARE YOUTH PROGRAMS OFFICE ON YOUTH PROGRAMS ATHLETICS SENIOR PROGRAMS FITNESS PROGRAMS OUTDOOR PROGRAMS /SPECIAL EVENTS ART & CULTURE
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LIBRARY STUDENT RESOURCES CHILDREN’S EVENTS TEEN EVENTS ADULT EVENTS
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TOURISM SPECIAL EVENTS TOURS
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SUFFOLK CITY COUNCIL
Greetings, fellow citizens! The phrase “in these uncertain times” – as they say in almost every newscast or promotional advertisement lately – has never been more true. While definitely challenging, these times have also renewed or enhanced the appreciation we have not only for one another, but also for those things we each hold dear, including our quality of life and recreational opportunities. Without a doubt, the fall season and the spectacular show that Mother Nature puts on encourages all of us to get out and enjoy the great outdoors. Suffolk Parks & Recreation is home to some of the region’s most beautiful parks and glistening waterways. Among the many acres of parks available to choose from, Suffolk is home to four regional parks that truly are a jewel in Suffolk’s crown. Lone Star Lakes Park, Bennett’s Creek Park, Sleepy Hole Park, and Constant’s Wharf Park & Marina all lend themselves to unique yet great outdoor fun and activities while also making it easy to maintain recommended social distancing. Outdoor recreational opportunities abound, including archery, biking, canoeing, disc golf, fishing, hiking, horseshoes, skateboarding, volleyball, and more! The change of season also brings with it several accompanying holidays, many of which we may be celebrating in new, untraditional, and extraordinary ways this year. While we remain under Governor Ralph Northam’s Executive Order which continues to limit the number of individuals that can gather together in public settings and mandates the wearing of masks, unfortunately we are required to re-evaluate large scale gatherings including parades, festivals, and similar events that we have traditionally enjoyed during the holiday season. Our dedicated and talented Library, Parks & Recreation, and Tourism staff have continued to rise to the challenge in order to keep our citizens engaged, informed, and entertained through a variety of “virtual” and on-line opportunities, as well as reimagined smaller scale gatherings. As Interim City Manager, I thank you for your unwavering support and understanding throughout these difficult times. Each of us have been impacted and touched by this pandemic. The actions of our City employees and first responders, medical professionals, citizens, and small businesses continue to remind us that hope, kindness, and compassion haven’t been canceled. This Program Guide includes information about a variety of family friendly events and activities for this Fall and Winter. Please recognize, however, that these scheduled events are subject to the guidelines we’ll be asked to follow in the months moving ahead. Please reach out via the contact information shared within this Program Guide for Library, Parks & Recreation, and Tourism to confirm the event, class, or activity status prior to making plans to attend or participate.
Front Row: Curtis R. Milteer, Sr. Whaleyville Borough; Linda T. Johnson, Mayor; Leroy Bennett, Vice Mayor Cypress Borough; Michael D. Duman, Chuckatuck Borough. Back Row: Timothy J. Johnson, Holy Neck Borough; Lue R. Ward, Nansemond Borough; Roger W. Fawcett, Sleepy Hole Borough; Donald Z. Goldberg, Suffolk Borough.
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It’s our collective resolve and hope for days ahead that will carry us through. We are a strong community, and it is up to all of us to come together, support one another, and to stay strong, as together we say, “It’s A Good Time to Be In Suffolk”! Al Moor Interim City Manager
CITY OF SUFFOLK - MUNICIPAL INFORMATION
DIRECTORY
MAIN OFFICE ADDRESS AND NUMBER Animal Control
24 Forest Glen Drive 757-514-7855
Fire & Rescue
300 Kings Fork Road 757-514-4550
Magistrate’s Office
2402 Godwin Boulevard 757-514-4300
Suffolk City Hall 442 W Washington Street 757-514-4000
Capital Programs & Buildings
Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Office
Media & Community Relations
Suffolk Public Schools
442 W Washington Street 757-514-4030
442 W Washington Street 757-514-4100
442 W Washington Street 757-514-4000
Circuit Court Clerk
Health Department
Public Utilities
150 North Main Street 757-514-7800
135 Hall Avenue 757-514-4700
442 W Washington Street 757-514-4000
Suffolk Redevelopment & Housing Authority
City Assessor
Human Resources
Public Works Administration
Suffolk Transit
442 W Washington Street 757-514-4355
139 E Washington Street 757-214-6442
Public Works Mosquito Control
Suffolk Visitor Center & Pavilion
800 Carolina Road 757-514-7609
524 N Main Street 757-514-4130
2000 Bennetts Creek Park Road 757-514-7150
Public Works - Refuse
Treasurer
277 Pine Street 757-514-7630
442 W Washington Street 757-514-4275
Chuckatuck Library
Public Works Roadway Maintenance
Voter Registrar
442 W Washington Street 757-514-7475
442 W Washington Street 757-514-4120
City Attorney
Morgan Memorial Library
442 W Washington Street 757-514-7130
443 W Washington Street 757-514-7323
City Clerk
North Suffolk Library
442 W Washington Street 757-514-4018
City Manager
442 W Washington Street 757-514-4012
Commissioner of the Revenue
5881 Godwin Boulevard 757-514-7310
Parks & Recreation
442 W Washington Street 757-514-4260
134 S 6th Street 757-514-7250
Commonwealth’s Attorney
Planning & Community Development
150 N Main Street 757-514-4365
Economic Development 442 W Washington Street 757-514-4040
442 W Washington Street 757-514-4150
Police Department 111 Henley Place 757-923-2350
800 Carolina Road 757-514-7600
100 N. Main Street 757-925-6750
530 East Pinner Street 757-539-2100
442 W Washington Street 757-514-4000
Sheriff’s Office
150 N Main Street 757-514-7840
Social Services 135 Hall Avenue 757-514-7450
Suffolk Art Gallery 118 Bosley Avenue 757-514-7284
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CITY OF SUFFOLK - PARKS & RECREATION FACILITIES Sleepy Hole Park 4616 Sleepy Hole Road Here you will find 12 picnic shelters, volleyball courts, horseshoe courts, a playground, trails, a children’s learning garden, and a fishing pier with a kayak launch. Constant’s Wharf Park & Marina 110 East Constance Road This park features an 18 slip marina. Reservations for marina slips must be made 24 hours in advance. Call 757-514-7250 to reserve. Bennett’s Creek Park 3000 Bennetts Creek Park Road Here you will find boat ramps, picnic shelters, tennis courts, a stage, disc golf course, trails, horseshoe pit, fishing pier, and a skate park.
Lake Meade Park 201 Holly Lawn Parkway This park features a dog park, skate park, a walking trail that looks over the lake, an inclusive playground, and the Howard Mast Tennis Complex which has 10 Tennis Courts for use. Lone Star Lakes Park 401 Kings Highway At this park, find shelters, a playground, a fishing pier, a 4-mile trail, and shoreline fishing areas surrounding 11 lakes. Boats must be registered and can use only an electric motor of 15 Horsepower or less. Boats can have any size gas outboard motor on it, but cannot be used while in the lakes.
Lake Meade Dog Park Registration Information
Community Parks and Amenities Boston Park Coulbourn Park Cypress Park and Pool Holland Park and Athletic Field Ida Easter Park John F. Kennedy Complex Kings Fork Athletic Complex Lake Kennedy Park Lakeside Park Tot Lot Magnol ia Park Mary Estes Pl ayground Monogram Bal l Fiel d Peanut Park Planters Park Pughsville Park Suffol k Seaboard Coastl ine Trail Turlington Park Tynes Street Pl ayground Wellons Park
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Address 825 Lincoln Avenue 321 East Constance Road 2001 Arizona Avenue 6720 Ruritan Boulevard 724 Brook Avenue 2325 E. Washington Street 1235 Kings Fork Road 1300 Blythewood Lane 922 Maryland Avenue 4600 Magnolia Drive 220 Hunter Street 3731 Sleepy Hole Road 308 South Saratoga Street 515 York Street 5041 Townpoint Road 3160 Kings Highway 620 Bentley Drive 151 Tynes Street 132 Pender Street
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All dogs must be registered prior to visiting the dog park. Dog owners purchasing membership must be at least 18 years of age. All dogs must be at least 4 months old. Male dogs over 1 must be neutered. Owner must show proof of animal registration with dog tag number from city/ county of residency. A current “Certification of Vaccination” with immunizations with expiration dates for rabies, bordetella, distemper, and parvovirus vaccinations. Membership is $10 per year. Register at the following locations: Lake Meade Park Ranger Station Monday & Wednesday 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Saturday 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Parks & Recreation Administration Office Monday-Friday 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
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CITY OF SUFFOLK - LIBRARY FACILITIES SUFFOLK PUBLIC LIBRARY At Suffolk Public Library, discover valuable resources for your business, career, academic and personal needs. In-Library services include complimentary Wi-Fi, public computers, lendable tech, printing services, community information, print materials including over 160,000 books, and friendly Library staff to assist you. eLibrary services allow for 24/7 access to eBooks, eResources, online classes and more. Learn a new language with Rocket Languages, take one of over 500 online classes with Universal Class, take practice tests, customize legal forms and so much more through the Library’s online portal of resources. In addition to books, SPL offers an entire Library of Things available to check out such as mobile hot spots and litter cleanup kits. All SPL classes and events are free and open to the public and you do not need a Library Card to attend.
Morgan Memorial Library (MML)
North Suffolk Library (NSL)
443 West Washington Street 757-514-7323 Mon - Thurs: 10:00am-8:00pm Fri - Sat: 10:00am-5:00pm Sun: Closed
2000 Bennetts Creek Park Road 757-514-7150 Mon - Thurs: 10:00am-8:00pm Fri - Sat: 10:00am-5:00pm Sun: Closed
Chuckatuck Library (CHK)
Library2Go
5881 Godwin Boulevard 757- 514-7310 Mon: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM Tues - Fri: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sat - Sun: Closed
To find out where Library2Go will be, check the online Outreach Calendar. suffolkpubliclibrary.com/events 4
CITY OF SUFFOLK - TOURISM FACILITIES
Suffolk Visitor Center & Pavilion
524 N Main Street 757-514-4130 visitsuffolkva.com Sun - Sat: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Overlooking the Nansemond River, the provincial Roman Revival style structure with its very tall Tuscan columns was an impressive site for early travelers arriving on the river. The former Nansemond County Courthouse (1840) is the third such structure on this site at the busy intersection of Main Street and Constance Road. Two previous courthouse buildings were destroyed by fires. During the Civil War, the courthouse was reportedly used as barracks for Union soldiers as the neighboring Mills Riddick home on its south side served as Union Army headquarters. The building remained in service as a courthouse until the completion of the Mills Godwin Courts Complex in 1998. Today, the building retains its commanding presence and historical significance as the Suffolk Visitor Center. The first floor provides an exhibit gallery highlighting the history of Suffolk and the Great Dismal Swamp, a greeting and information area, and a gift shop. The second floor houses municipal offices for the Department of Economic Development and Division of Tourism.
Seaboard Station Railroad Museum
326 N Main Street 757-514-4135 suffolktrainstation.com Sun - Sat: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
This restored Main Street Station, originally built in 1885, has remained basically unchanged over the years and displays a 2-room HO-scale model of Suffolk in 1907 that was built by the Tidewater Division of the National Model Railroad Association. The Queen Anne style building is reminiscent of the Victorian age and has an interesting tower with a beautiful, walnut, spiral staircase. Many original features were saved and restored such as the doors, windows, coffered ceiling, fireplace and porch. The museum contains a collection of items including bells from steam locomotives, a light from a steam locomotive tender, cast iron and concrete signs, railroad lanterns, railroad tools, as well as a unique collection of smaller items, including silver items used in dining cars, office items used in the agent’s offices, and advertising items. The museum features railroad memorabilia and changing exhibits.
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CITY OF SUFFOLK - SPECIAL EVENTS CALENDAR Listed below are just a sampling of the events that Suffolk Public Libraries, Tourism, and Parks & Recreation put on for our community. You’ll find something for everyone! Join us for outdoor events, holiday celebrations, and youth activities. Discover more information by navigating to each Department’s section in the Program Guide. PARKS & RECREATION
LIBRARY
TOURISM
SEPTEMBER
NOVEMBER
8 - 30 - Taste of Suffolk To-Go
07 - Virtual Home of the Brave 5k|10k
19 - Van Gogh Paint Party at the Suffolk Visitor Center
20 - Downstairs at the Center: Jim Newsom & The Cloudless Sky
26 - American Girl Program featuring Kirsten Larson
21 - American Girl Program featuring Joss Kendrick 28 - {Re} Stored Pop-Up Event
OCTOBER 06 - National Night Out (see below) 16 - Friday Night Frights: Carrie 16 - Open Your Eyes 17 - Drive-In Movie - Bennett’s Creek Park: Hocus Pocus 23 - Friday Night Frights: Psycho 24 - Dec. 4 - Suffolk Art League’s Annual Juried Exhibition
DECEMBER
24 - Drive-In Movie - Godwin Courts Parking Lot: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone
06 - Meet Santa at the Seaboard Station Railroad Museum
30 - Friday Night Frights: Halloween
12 - Movies at the Center: Frozen II
30 - Della Mae & Dempsey
13 - Meet Santa at the Suffolk Visitor Center
12 - Meet Santa at the Suffolk Visitor Center
The National Association of Town Watch (NATW), founder of National Night Out, advised earlier this summer that due to the COVID-19 pandemic, they strongly recommended that all National Night Out 2020 areas celebrate on October 6, 2020, instead of this year’s previously scheduled date of August 4, 2020. The City of Suffolk had originally planned to celebrate this year’s rescheduled National Night Out on October 6th together at a large, outdoor combined community concert event instead of our usual individual community celebrations since we’ve been apart for so long. Unfortunately, due to Commonwealth of Virginia Governor’s Executive Order 67 limiting large events and directing individuals to social distance when not at home and to take all necessary precautions in response to COVID-19, this event has also been cancelled. Suffolk has proudly ranked first in the nation in our population category in our celebrations in 2008, 2009, 2014, 2016, and 2018, and we’ve been in the top five in the nation for 14 straight years due to involved, caring citizens. To mark what we’re calling this year’s “National Night In”, we’ve compiled a video including snippets of our NNO celebrations from years past which is available to view on the NNO website at www.SuffolkNNO.com. Just as our chosen theme for NNO 2020 stated, we can still CREATE COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS, even if we can’t do so together at this time! Mark your calendars now for NNO 2021 on Tuesday, August 3, 2021.
As we are all aware, there remains much uncertainty regarding the continuing threat of COVID-19, and the fall and winter months are a special concern due to the regular flu season and potential complications because of the Novel Coronavirus. The health and safety of employees and citizens is now and always has been our highest priority, and staff continue to follow all recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), Virginia Department of Health (VDH), in addition to Executive Orders from Governor Ralph Northam and other guidance. Special events, particularly those where the potential for large crowds combined with issues regarding recommended social distancing, require careful consideration, and determinations are made utilizing the most current health and safety precautions and guidelines available. While the activities featured in this Special Events Calendar are currently limited due to COVID-19, please understand that these are subject to change or cancellation. It is recommended that you reach out directly to the sponsoring Department for the latest information prior to making plans to attend. Event information is subject to change.
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PARKS & RECREATION - RENTAL FACILITIES Facility Rentals
Planter’s Club - 4600 Planters Club Road
Suffolk Parks & Recreation offers rental spaces at all of our Recreation Facilities and the beautiful Planter’s Club. For details on spaces available and the reservation process, contact us at our Administrative Office at 5147250. A $150 refundable deposit is required for all rentals. There is a $25 non-refundable application fee for processing each application. Application, application fee, and deposit must be received a minimum of 30 business days prior to date requested.
This facility is great for wedding receptions and formal family gatherings. It includes a 2,500 square-foot banquet room with a raised stage, bar, and fully equipped kitchen. There is also a 450 square-foot deck that overlooks the lovely Nansemond River. The facility can hold 144 people. All rentals must be a minimum of four hours and require a refundable $150 deposit. There is a $25 non-refundable application fee for processing each application. Renter is responsible for their own setup.*
Recreation Center Rental Fees: Gymnasium - Non-Commercial Events Resident $65.00 per hour Non-Resident $81.25 per hour Gymnasium - Event with Admission Fee Resident $75.00 per hour Non-Resident $93.75 per hour Multipurpose or Conference Room Minimum 2 hour rental Resident $25.00 per hour Non-Resident $35.00 per hour WRC Community Room - Minimum 2 Hours Resident $50.00 per hour Non-Resident $70.00 per hour
Planter’s Club Fee Schedule Hourly Rate Monday-Thursday
$125 Resident $200 Non-Resident
Hourly Rate Friday- Sunday
$225 Resident $300 Non-Resident
Shelter Rentals Shelter rentals are available at Bennett’s Creek Park, Lake Meade Park, and Sleepy Hole Park. They are rented on a first-come, first-serve basis. Shelters are $75 per day. To schedule a rental, come by the Administrative Office between 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday. For more information, call 757-514-7250.
* Setup fees for the Planter’s Club are now at a rate of $50 per hour with a two-hour minimum, and a four-hour maximum.
Shelter Rental Fees All shelter rentals are $75 per shelter per day except Shelter 9 at Sleepy Hole Park, which is $125 per day. Operating Hours for parks are sunrise to sunset, seven days a week. Cancellation of shelter rental constitutes a loss of the reservation fee with the exception of severe weather (ie. Hurricane, northeastern storm), in which case the decision to grant a refund or reschedule will be determined by the Director of Parks & Recreation. Special events may be held in parks only upon obtaining a Special Event Permit. A Special Event Permit is needed when one or more of the following criteria applies to your event or activity: • • • • • • • • 7
100 or more expected at park and/or park shelters. 50 or more people expected other than at a park shelter. Musical entertainment or electricity is needed. Fee collection on City property (donations, admissions, concession, or merchandise sales). Use of temporary structures like tents, shade structures, stages, booths, amusement devices. The general public is invited or notified by the media. Animals on display for show, or for rides. Use of the shelter or park is in a manner other than their specified recreational use.
PARKS & RECREATION - RECREATION CENTERS & EVENTS Whaleyville Recreation Center (WRC)
Annual Membership
Fitness Membership
132 Robertson Street 757-514-7100
Youth 7-17 Adults 18+: Seniors 55+:
Must have active Annual Membership Teens 16-17: $7 per month Adults 18+: $10 per month Seniors 55+: $5 per month
East Suffolk Recreation Center (ESRC) 138 South 6th Street 757-514-4500 Monday-Friday 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Saturday 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM Closed Sunday
$10 per year $20 per year $5 per year
Non-Resident Membership Youth 7-17 Adults 18+: Seniors 55+:
$12.50 per year $25 per year $6.75 per year
Non-Resident Fitness Membership Teens 16-17: Adults 18+: Seniors 55+:
$8.75 per month $12.50 per month $6.75 per month
Membership Fees Annual Memberships are available for Whaleyville Recreation Center, East Suffolk Recreation Center, and all joint-use facilities. This gives full access to gyms, computer labs, and game rooms. Daily Visitor Passes are available for Youth & Teen ($2), Adults ($5), and Seniors ($1).
Joint-Use Facilities Suffolk Parks & Recreation has developed a partnership with Suffolk Public Schools with six facilities for Before and After Care, Summer Programs, Leagues, and other special events. Please see additional information on page 9 regarding the Fall 20202021 school year. Booker T. Washington Recreation Center Creekside Recreation Center King’s Fork Recreation Center Mack Benn, Jr Recreation Center Northern Shores Recreation Center Oakland Recreation Center
204 Walnut St. 1000 Bennetts Creek Park Rd. 350 Kings Fork Rd. 1253 Nansemond Pkwy. 6701 Respass Beach Rd. 5505 Godwin Blvd.
757-514-7247 757-514-7245 757-514-7244 757-514-7248 757-514-7249 757-514-7246
Virtual Programming Join us at our Virtual Recreation Center, located at www.suffolkva.us/1409/Virtual-Recreation-Center for fun-filled video classes where all are welcome to join in. You will find a variety of videos such as fitness classes, arts and crafts, basketball lessons, parks and outdoor amenities, facility tours, and more! This also allows you to easily access our videos and stay up to date on our news releases. For more information on virtual programming, contact Amber at 757-514-7260.
Follow us on social media: Facebook: @suffolkparksandrec Instagram: @suffolkparksandrec Twitter: @suffolkparksrec YouTube: @suffolkparksandrec Website: www.suffolkva.us/parks Event information is subject to change.
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PARKS & RECREATION - BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL CARE Due to the uncertainty of Suffolk Public Schools’ Fall Learning Plan and the 20202021 school year, Before and After Care at Joint-Use Facilities has been impacted. However, Suffolk Parks & Recreation is pleased to announce the opening of a limited full-day camp program. During the Suffolk Public School’s virtual 1st nine (9) weeks reporting period, the Suffolk Parks & Recreation Kid Zone program will be open from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday at the King’s Fork Recreation Center, located at Kings Fork Middle School, 350 Kings Fork Road. The following two-week sessions will be available for registration: September 8 – September 18 September 21 – October 2 October 5 – October 16 October 19 – November 2 The cost is $ $85 per two-week session with a onetime $35 registration fee. In keeping with Forward Virginia Phased guidelines, limited camp spaces will be available for Pre-K4 through 5th grade students. Four-year-olds must be enrolled in the Suffolk Public School’s Pre-K4/Early Start program to participate.
Precautions will be in place to ensure the safety of children and staff to include daily screening procedures. Children are encouraged to bring their Chromebooks with headphones to the camp. The daily camp activity plan will center on the Suffolk Public School’s Instructional Schedule. Children will be given the opportunity to log on and participate in their virtual instruction. Parents or guardians are responsible for ensuring their child has been trained on the Chromebook use and providing a safe method of transporting the device. Drive-up registration will occur at two Joint-Use sites: Booker T. Washington and Creekside Recreation Centers. Drive-up registration will occur by appointment only. Please call Booker T. Washington at (757) 5147247 or Creekside at (757) 514-7245 for a registration appointment. The Booker T. Washington Recreation Center is located at 204 Walnut Street. The Creekside Recreation Center is located at 1000 Bennetts Creek Park Road. Once an appointment is made, customers will be directed to registration sites at either Booker T. Washington Recreation Center or Creekside Recreation Center. Customer must bring check or money order for payment, proof of residency, proof of child’s grade, and information for two emergency contacts. Staff will assist customers with registration forms. For more information, contact Recreation Supervisor Shanta at (757) 514-4502 or sbynum@suffolkva.us.
GENERAL INFORMATION FOR PARKS & RECREATION PROGRAMS • Course Minimums - Each class has a minimum and maximum enrollment. Classes will be canceled a week prior to start if minimum enrollment is not met. • Age Requirements - Age requirements have been established to safely facilitate age appropriate classes. Participants must be of the appropriate age by the first day of class in order to register. Sorry, no exceptions. • Corrections & Updates - There are times when errors or revisions in dates, times, fees, or instructors do occur. We recommend that you check the City’s website for up-to-date information. We appreciate your patience and understanding when these situations occur. • Photo Policy - Please be advised that all participants involved in any Department programs or special events are subject to being photographed. Such photographs may be used by the City of Suffolk without an obligation to provide compensation to those photographed. • Are you a resident? Residents are citizens who live in or own property within the City of Suffolk.
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PARKS & RECREATION - YOUTH PROGRAMS Preschool Play Date: October 27 - November 19 Location: Whaleyville Recreation Center Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays Times: 3:00 - 4:30 PM Cost: $5 per child with a current membership for parent or guardian Ages: 1-5 We offer various activities, snacks, games, and more. Parents must remain with participant.
Home Away From Home (Homeschool) Date: September 21 - October 14 Days: Monday and Wednesday Location: Whaleyville Recreation Center Times: 3:00 - 4:30 PM Cost: $10 per child with a current annual membership Ages: 6-17 This program is designed with homeschoolers in mind to encourage movement, thinking, and new friendships.
Fright Night Date: October 24 Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM Cost: Free Ages: All Location: Whaleyville Recreation Center, East Suffolk Recreation Center, and Creekside Recreation Center Bring your family and friends to take part in this funfilled event. Costumes are encouraged (no masks). Come out and enjoy free candy, bounce houses, haunted house, arts & crafts, and more. For more information, call Shanta at 757-514-4502.
Pre-School Kid N Play Dates: September 14, 21, 28, October 5, 19, 26 Times: 10:00 - 11:00 AM Cost: Free Ages: 2-5 Location: East Suffolk Recreation Center Guide your child through an adventure using creative setups and themes designed to stimulate learning.
Cookies with Santa Dates: December 19 Times: 10:00 - 12:00 PM Cost: Free Ages: 2-10 Location: East Suffolk Recreation Center Location: East Suffolk Recreation Center Activities include: picture with Santa, creating ornaments, face painting, and making cookies for Santa.
Pre-School Gym Time Dates: November 18 Ages: 2-5 Times: 9:30 - 11:00 AM Cost: Free Location: East Suffolk Recreation Center This event will allow toddlers the opportunity to learn socialization and creative skills through play.
Lunch with Santa Date: December 5 Time: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Cost: Children are free with one unwrapped toy, Adults $5 for lunch Ages: 12 years and younger Location: Northern Shores Recreation Center Come on out and have some lunch and chat with Santa! Children can play games, win fun prizes, and have a free professional photo taken with Santa. For more information, call Shanta at 757-514-4502.
Holiday Jingle Mingle Date: December 15 Location: Whaleyville Recreation Center Time: 5:30 - 7:30 PM Cost: Children can participate with a donation of one new, unwrapped toy; Parents/Guardians pay $6 if they want to have dinner. Come hang out with us, enjoy some hot cocoa/coffee, and games as we await the arrival of Jolly Ol’ St. Nick! Pre-Registration is required. For more information, contact Whaleyville Recreation Center at 757-514-7100, or East Suffolk Recreation Center at 757-514-4500. Event information is subject to change.
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PARKS & RECREATION - OFFICE ON YOUTH PROGRAMS The Suffolk Office on Youth was started in 2006 to oversee several prevention and outreach programs to assist youth and families in improving their overall quality of life. Through programs, resources, and partnerships, we look to add a positive, nurturing, and healthy community for every child in Suffolk. For more information about the Office on Youth, contact Rickeda Fofana at 757-514-4503.
All of our Therapeutic Recreation Programs are going VIRTUAL for Fall 2020! Therapeutic Recreation (TR) is a treatment service designed to meet the needs of individuals with various disabilities and facilitate the development of leisure and recreation skills, socialization, independence, and overall quality of life. The goal of TR is to promote health and wellness through recreation, while reducing restrictions of participation in life situations caused by illness or disabling conditions.
Creative Minds Date: Third Wednesday in September, November, December Time: 5:00 - 5:45 PM Cost: Free Location: Zoom Showcase your creative skills as we take on a number of different projects. Participants can expect to create art like never before, as we use a variety of different materials to create masterpieces.
Taste Buds
Girl, Fix Your Crown!
Date: October 13 and October 20 Time: 5:00 - 6:15 PM Cost: $20 Location: Zoom We will be creating kid friendly dishes from the comfort of our home. This course will encourage independent living, social, safety, and vocational skills.
Date: September 18 Time: 6:00 PM Cost: Free Ages: 5-12 Location: Zoom Calling all Princesses! Let’s talk self-esteem, positivity, and friendship. A craft pack will be provided to create your own crown. Registration required by August 31.
So You Graduated... Now What? Date: October 16 Time: 6:00 PM Cost: Free Teens, join us for a day of financial literacy! Participants will learn from experts on credit, budgeting and life skills. Registration is required by October 9, 2020.
College Information Workshop Date: November 6 Time: 6:00 PM Cost: Free Join us for a workshop dedicated to helping you get your child ready for college. Registration is required by October 30.
Winter Wonderland Craft Date: December 4 Time: 6:00 PM Cost: Free Ages:5-12 Join us for a winter-themed craft. Craft pack will be provided. Registration is required by November 20.
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Each program will be done live via Zoom. For more information, contact Brittany at 757-514-4506, or email at bwhite@suffolkva.us.
Pre-registration is required for all programs one week in advance. Materials will be provided, and are to be picked up by a parent. Parental assistance throughout the program is required! For more information, contact Jasmine at 757-514-7264, or jholloman@suffolkva.us
PARKS & RECREATION - ATHLETICS We are canceling Youth League, and are replacing with Clinics. Here is the Clinic information: Youth Indoor Soccer Skills Clinic This new Clinic will focus on dribbling, passing, shooting, and ball control. Each participant will receive a t-shirt, socks, and certificate! For more information, please contact Athletic Supervisor, Dominique, at 757-5147270 or ddcox@suffolkva.us Registration is available online and will begin Oct. 19th through Dec. 15th
Tennis and Pickleball Classes, tournaments, and round robin leagues are held at the Howard Mast Tennis Complex located behind Kroger and next to Lake Meade Park. We have 10 tennis courts (4 courts with lighting) surrounding our grassy gazebo pavilion. A tennis ball machine is available for rental for those who choose to practice hitting individually.
Open Play Pickleball Open play pickleball is a program that we offer yearround at Howard Mast Tennis Center and Oakland Recreation Center. Dates: Outdoor Play: May 1 – October 31 (Howard Mast Tennis Center) Indoor Play: December 1 – March 31 (Oakland Recreation Center) Location: Outdoor Play: Howard Mast Tennis Center (Courts 7 & 8) Indoor Play: Oakland Recreation Center Day and Time: Outdoor Play: Tuesday 6:30pm – To Dusk (Howard Mast Tennis Center) Indoor Play: Tuesday 6:30pm – 8:30pm (Oakland Recreation Center) Cost: Outdoor Play: Free Indoor Play: Free with an annual membership
Open Play Tennis – Indoors Open tennis is a program that we offer during the winter months to complement our outdoor tennis play. Dates: December 1 – March 31 Location: Oakland Recreation Center Time: Thursday 6:30pm – 8:30pm Cost: Free with an annual membership
For additional information in regards to Athletics Fall/Winter season, please contact our Athletics Supervisor at 757-514-7270.
Dates: Session 1: Saturdays, Jan. 9th – Jan. 30th Session 2: Saturdays, Feb. 6th – Feb. 27th Times: Session 1: 9:00AM – 10:00 AM: 4-5 years old 10:30AM – 11:30 AM: 6-7 years old 12:00PM – 1:00 PM: 8-10 years old Session 2: 9:00AM – 10:00 AM: 4-5 years old 10:30AM – 11:30 AM: 11-12 years old 12:00PM – 1:00 PM: 13-15 years old Location: Oakland Recreation Center Cost:$35 for Suffolk residents, $40 for Non- residents Hoops Skills Clinic This new Clinic offers comprehensive instruction on core basketball skills to become a complete and well-rounded player! Each participant will receive a t-shirt and certificate! For more information, please contact Athletic Supervisor, Dominique, at 757-514-7270, or ddcox@suffolkva.us Registration is available online and will begin Oct. 19th through Dec. 15th Dates: Session 1: Saturdays, Jan. 9th – Jan. 30th Session 2: Saturdays, Feb. 6th – Feb. 27th Times: Session 1: 9:00AM – 10:00 AM: 4-5 years old 10:30AM – 11:30 AM: 6-7 years old 12:00PM – 1:00 PM: 8-10 years old Session 2: 9:00AM – 10:00 AM: 4-5 years old 10:30AM – 11:30 AM: 11-12 years old 12:00PM – 1:00 PM: 13-15 years old Location: Kings Fork Recreation Center Cost: $35 for Suffolk residents, $40 for Non- residents
Event information is subject to change.
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PARKS & RECREATION - SENIOR PROGRAMS Senior Programs
Cost: Included in Annual Membership Ages: 55+ We offer a variety of programs and special events for our Active Adults 55 and over. Our members enjoy outings, wellness activities and health screenings, as well as special events and classes. We have been partners with Senior Services of Southeastern Virginia for many years offering nutritious meals, transportation, health screenings, and resource information for this growing population.
“Stay Strong” Senior Aerobics Dates: August 31 – September 23 Days: Mondays and Wednesdays Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Cost: FREE with Annual and Fitness Membership Ages: 55+ Location: Facebook Live An hour class for active adults that targets muscular strength, muscular endurance, improves cardiopulmonary and mental health. The class comes free with an annual and fitness membership.
Bridge Program Days: Thursdays Time: 4:30 -6:00 PM Cost: Included with Annual Membership Location: East Suffolk Recreation Center Calling all bridge players for some fun hands of bridge! Come to play and socialize with other bridge players. If you are interested in learning this game, you are invited. For beginners, instruction will be taught, as well!
Line Dancing
Senior Aerobics Dates: September 8 - October 15 and October 27 December 10 Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays Time: 10:00 - 11:00 AM Cost: $12 per session Ages: 55+ Ages: 55+ Location: Facebook Live This class focuses on floor aerobics, which increases your mobility, balance, strength, and flexibility!
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Days/Times: Mondays 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM and Thursdays 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Cost: $20 per session Ages: 18+ Location: Facebook Live or Zoom Learn new & exciting line dances such as the Cupid Shuffle, Wobble, Mississippi Slide, Anytime & Temptations Cha-Cha, Same Ole 2 Step, and many more! Our Line Dancing classes are set to the latest R&B music; it’s a great way to relieve stress, exercise, and most of all have fun!
Please contact Janice at (757) 514-4500 for any additional questions.
PARKS & RECREATION - FITNESS PROGRAMS Due to COVID-19, Parks & Recreation is taking extra precautions to make certain our Fitness Centers are safe and clean for our citizens. You must wear a mask to enter the Center and complete the screening process. No one with a fever (100.4 or greater) or symptoms of COVID-19, or known exposure in prior 14 days, is permitted in the Fitness Center. Maintain 10 feet of social distancing from others during activity. Water fountains and showers are temporarily unavailable. Thank you for your cooperation. Tabata Dates: October 19 - November 16 Days: Mondays and Wednesdays Time: 5:00 - 5:30 PM Cost: $8 Ages: 16+ Location: Whaleyville Recreation Center A high-intensity class that incorporates 20 seconds of intense exercises and 10 seconds of rest.
Fit Factory Dates: September 29 - October 22 Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays Times: 5:15 - 6:00 PM Cost: $10 Ages: 16+ Location: Whaleyville Recreation Center This interval training class will keep you fit while also keeping you encouraged, engaged, and moving!
Strength and Tone Dates: August 18 - September 10 and November 10 December 3 Days: Tuesdays & Thursdays Times: 6:15 - 7:00 PM Cost: $10 Ages: 16+ Location: Whaleyville Recreation Center This class incorporates light weights and high repetitions.
Core Pump Dates: August 18 - September 10 and November 10 - December 3 Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays Times: 5:15 - 6:00 PM Cost: $10 Ages: 16+ Location: Whaleyville Recreation Center This class incorporates using light weights and doing high repetitions to help your body get a nice, toned figure.
Core Blast Dates: September 21 - November 2 and November 16 - December 30 Location: East Suffolk Recreation Center Days: Mondays & Wednesdays Time: 5:00 - 5:30 PM Cost: Included with fitness center membership or a $4 fee Core Blast is designed to increase flexibility, improve your cardio endurance, and strengthen the back and abdominal muscles. Accommodates all levels of fitness.
Group Spin Dates: September 29 - October 22 Days: Tuesdays & Thursdays Times: 6:15 - 7:00 PM Cost: $10 Ages: 16+ Location: Whaleyville Recreation Center Get ready to push yourself and others in a fun and challenging environment and burn calories while you’re at it. For more information, contact the ESRC Fitness Specialist at (757) 514-4500 or Mart with Whaleyville at (757) 514-7112.
Personal Training Ages: 16+ Cost: $10 per session or 10 sessions for $90 Location: Whaleyville Recreation Center Time: Appointment only. Must have a membership.
Fitness Assessments Ages: 16+ Cost: Free with membership Time: appointment only Location: Whaleyville Recreation Center.
Event information is subject to change.
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PARKS & RECREATION - OUTDOOR/ SPECIAL EVENTS Outdoor Programs Staff Member Nakiesha Bridgers is a biologist, currently serving as the Recreation Programs Specialist (Outdoor Programs) for the City of Suffolk Parks & Recreation Department. Prior to her appointment, Bridgers was the Recreation Specialist II over Outdoor Programs for the City of Chesapeake. She has previously worked as a Biology and Earth Science teacher at Chatham High School. Bridgers received her undergraduate degree in Biology from Virginia State University in 2007. She then worked as a wildlife graduate research assistant for Virginia Tech for 3 years studying bog turtles’ reproductive and nesting ecology. Bridgers began her career as a lab technician/intern for the University of Nebraska Medical Center, studying breast cancer cells in addition to at Virginia State University, studying reptile populations in Southeast Arizona. Nakiesha’s hobbies include camping, kayaking, biking, weight training, gardening, and just overall exploring nature and parks.
SPECIAL EVENTS
Drive-In Movie Date: October 17 Time: Movie Time – 7:00 PM Cost: Free Ages: All Location: Bennett’s Creek Park Bring the family out to the park to enjoy a movie night! Bring your family and stay safely inside your car to view the movie Hocus Pocus (1993). This movie is rated PG.
Downtown Drive-In Movie Date: October 24 Time: Movie Time – 7:00 PM Cost: Free Ages: All Location: Godwin Courts Building Parking Lot Visit the local shops and restaurants then view Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone (2001) from inside your car in the parking lot behind the Godwin Courts Building. Pets are welcomed while on a leash. This movie is rated PG. For more information, call 757-514-7267.
Outdoor Adventures: Field Trips You can discover an abundance of adventure in the Great Outdoors here in Suffolk! Our hands-on educational/recreational programs include activities such as hiking, canoeing, archery, and wildlife viewing at venues such as Sleepy Hole, Bennet’s Creek, Lone Star Lakes, and Lake Meade Park. Our Park Programs will provide unforgettable outdoor experiences and activities that are sure to captivate participants of all ages. For more information, contact Nakiesha Bridgers at 757-514-7281, or nbridgers@suffolkva.us.
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Virtual Home of the Brave 5K and 10K Date: November 7 Time: 5k – 7:30 AM, 10k – 9:00 AM, After Party 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Cost: Free Ages: All Location: Bank Street & Godwin Courts Parking Lot Get your workout in while celebrating Veterans Day! Invite your family and friends to support our “Home of the Brave.” No experience needed.
Event information is subject to change.
PARKS & RECREATION - ART & CULTURE Fall Exhibit - Cumulative Contemplations Dates: September 25 - October 17 Cost: Free Ages: All Location: Suffolk Art Gallery We are excited to announce our new Fall Exhibit, Cumulative Contemplations, by watercolor artist, Sharon Hardin. Hardin has been painting with watercolor for the past three decades, and has exhibited from local to international galleries with her work. She has worked as an arts educator with both arts councils and universities, including the North Carolina School of the Arts, and Salem College in Winston-Salem, NC.
Hours of Operation
Winter Exhibit - Live vs. Field
Tuesday - Saturday 10:00 - 5:00 PM Sunday 1:00 - 5:00 PM 118 Bosley Avenue
Any changes to exhibits or events due to social distancing guidelines and safety will be advertised closer to the event date. Be sure to check out Facebook for up-to-date information. The Suffolk Art Gallery will be closed to the public from August 25 - September 24 for floor renovations. Staff can still be reached by email and you can contact the Gallery at 757-514-7284.
Date: December 11 - January 22 Cost: Free Ages: All Location: Suffolk Art Gallery Join us at the Suffolk Art Gallery in December for our Winter Exhibit, Live vs. Field from local artists Christopher Revels, Julie Stanton, and Walt Taylor. This collaborative exhibit will focus around the relationship between line-work and color fields, with works combining areas of abstraction and representation, color block technique and realism.
Poetry, Prose & Pizza Facilitator: Nathan Richardson Date: November 5 Times: 6:00 - 8:00 PM Cost: Free Ages: All Location: Suffolk Art Gallery Join the Suffolk Art Gallery, the Suffolk Art League, and host Nathan Richardson for this Open Mic event. Poets, writers, musicians, spoken word, and more are welcome. Present your own original works, or favorites by others. Not a writer or musician? Come listen to others, enjoy a slice of pizza, and visit the Gallery in a relaxed, open, and comfortable environment. Registration is available beginning at 6:00pm at the Gallery before the event.
Virtual Art- Day Wednesdays - October 28: Exquisite Corpse Halloween Edition - November 18: Nature Rubbings and Sketchbook Creations - December 16: Watercolor 101 Time: 10:00 AM Cost: Free Ages: All Location: Virtual Join the Suffolk Art Gallery for a virtual workshop exploring different art techniques and mediums. Each month will introduce a new project and activity that participants can follow along with at home! All virtual workshops will be published at 10:00 am on our social media and will include a materials list and video.
Annual Photography Exhibit - Call for Entries Date: November 6 - January 22 Cost: $30 Ages: 18+ Location: Suffolk Art Gallery Be a part of our 37th Annual Juried Photography Exhibit! Open to all professional and amateur photographers. Photography must be originals executed and altered by the photographer only. Registrations must include a completed entry form, payment, and submission of digital works. Email areavis@suffolkva.us if you have not received a form. Entry fee is non-refundable and does not guarantee acceptance into the exhibit. The exhibit will run from March 5th through April 16th, 2021. Applicants will be notified of jurors’ decision by February 5th.
Event information is subject to change.
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SUFFOLK PUBLIC LIBRARY - STUDENT RESOURCES Access to WiFi
WiFi2Go: Check out the Internet with Suffolk Public Library’s Mobile Hotspot Lending Program! Mobile hotspots are completely free to borrow with your Suffolk Public Library card. Visit our website to learn more and place a hold on a hotspot: suffolkpubliclibrary.com/WiFi2Go Pop-Up WiFi: Our WiFi is going on the road! Visit our website to discover where we are bringing WiFi and what you need to do to join our network: suffolkpubliclibrary.com/WiFi. Free WiFi in Suffolk: In addition to Suffolk Public Library locations and parking lots, there are many areas in Suffolk that offer free WiFi. Get connected at many City government buildings, major grocery stores, and fast food restaurants. We’ve compiled a map of locations offering free WiFi for your convenience, which can be found at suffolkpubliclibrary.com/WiFi.
Online Educational Resources
Beyond High School Video Series: Suffolk Public Library walks you through how to access valuable resources for teens. DK Findout: DK’s aim is to inform, enrich, and entertain readers of all ages, and they have built a safe place online for your child to see, learn, and explore almost everything. EBSCO eBooks: Covers a range of topics and includes full text of classic novels and reference books to aid students as they research literature and write analytical essays. Find It Virginia Resources: Offers a multitude of eBooks and resources including Early World of Learning, a K-5 Collection, Middle School Collection, High School Collection, Media Collection, and History Collection. Gale Career Transitions: Take an interest and skills assessment to identify potential career fields; create a professional resumé for downloading and emailing; view webinars on interview skills, search for available jobs near you. Gale In Context Elementary: Provides authoritative, curriculum-aligned, age-appropriate digital content that covers a broad range of educational topics. Testing & Education Reference Center: Provides helpful information on college admissions, college prep, financial aid, military prep, and practice tests like SAT, ACT, GRE, and ASVAB. Access these resources through the Kids and Teens sections of our website. Many of the above resoures require a Library card number. Don’t have a Library card? Sign up online for free at: suffolkpubliclibrary.com/digitalcard.
Print From Anywhere Service
You can send print jobs directly to Morgan Memorial Library and North Suffolk Library to pick up the same day. Instructions on how to print from your laptop, computer, or mobile device can be found online at suffolkpubliclibrary.com/Print. Call 757-514-7323 for details, or if you need assistance.
Virtual Classes
Suffolk Public Library offers many types of virtual classes to engage students and supplement curriculum. Explore previous classes on the Library’s YouTube channel and find all upcoming classes and meetups on the Library’s online calendar. All LIVE virtual classes require registration to receive the invite link. Visit suffolkpubliclibrary.com/events.
Additional Library Services At Home
Suffolk Public Library offers many free services for all ages available in the comfort of your own home. Enjoy these and more! Learn more about each at suffolkpubliclibrary.com/AtHome. • Hoopla • Rocket Languages • Ancestry Library Edition • Ready Reads • TumbleBooks • Audible • Universal Class • Early Learning
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You do not need to be a Library member to attend. Event information is subject to change.
SUFFOLK PUBLIC LIBRARY - CHILDREN’S EVENTS Early Childhood Classes
Family Storytime [VIRTUAL] Date: Wednesdays, September 9 - November 4 & November 18 - December 16 Time: 10:30 AM Ages: 0+ Cost: Free Location: SPL YouTube & Facebook An early literacy-based storytime for the whole family, including stories, rhymes, songs and more from the comfort of your own home. Storytimes will premiere at the designated time on Suffolk Public Library’s Facebook page and YouTube channel. Videos will remain up for future viewing.
Beyond the Book [VIRTUAL + KIT] Date: Fridays, September 11 & 25, October 9 & 23, November 13, December 11 Time: 10:30 AM Age: 3-8 Cost: Free Location: SPL YouTube & Facebook Tune in to watch a virtual storytime and learn some fun activities related to the story that you can do at home! Each week will feature a book and several tie-in activities that will be included in the Virtual2Go pack. Registration is required for the Pack. Some activities can get messy, so dress accordingly. Each kit will include: Coloring Page, Math Activity, Sensory Kit, and Craft . Each pack will include materials for 1 child. Supplies will be available for pickup at your chosen location prior to the program air date. Please reserve your Virtual2Go pack by registering online.
Beyond School [LIVE] Date: Tuesdays, September 8 & 22, October 6 & 20, November 10, December 8 Time: 2:00 - 3:00 PM Grades: K - 12 Cost: Free Location: SPL Online Registration required. Whether your learning experience is homeschool or not, everyone is welcome at Beyond School! This fall we plan to teach children about different careers and vocations either through live Q&A sessions with working professionals or virtual workplace tours. Participants will be emailed with instructions for logging into the class.
Baby & Me [LIVE + Kit] Date: Tuesdays, September 8, October 13, November 10, December 8 Time: 10:00 - 10:30 AM Ages: 0 - 24 mo Cost: Free Location: SPL Online Registration required. This class will include a brief storytime, an extension activity for home and an opporuntiy for babies and caregivers to socialize virtually with other babies and caregivers. Supplies will be available for pickup at the chosen location prior to the program air date. Please reserve your Virtual2Go pack by registering online. Participants will be emailed with instructions for logging into the class. Please only regisiter the child as a participant. *Remember to log any titles read in 1000 Books Before Kindergarten! Learn more and sign up at: suffolkpubliclibrary.com/1000Books
Suffolk Codes! [LIVE + VIRTUAL] Date: Tuesdays, October 20 & 27, November 10, 17 & 24, December 1 Time: 6:30 - 7:30 PM Grades: 3 - 5 Cost: Free Location: SPL Online, YouTube & Facebook Registration required. Get your code on at Suffolk Public Library with this 6-part series! A pre-recorded tutorial will be provided to work through on your own before the office hours. Participants will be emailed with instructions for logging into the class.
Let’s Make [VIRTUAL + KIT] Date: Mondays, October 5, November 2, December 7 Time: 2:00 - 3:00 PM Ages: 10 - 16 Cost: Free Location: SPL YouTube & Facebook Registration required. Make something fun at home with the Library! Program supplies will be available for registrants for pickup at the chosen location prior to the program air date.
VIRTUAL EVENTS KEY
VIRTUAL: Premieres on Facebook & YouTube LIVE: Uses an online interactive platform KIT: Virtual2Go Pack containing supplies
View the Library’s online calendar for the most up to date information and more events: suffolkpubliclibrary.com/events
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SUFFOLK PUBLIC LIBRARY - TEEN EVENTS Teen eSports Club [LIVE]
Dungeons & Dragons Meetup [LIVE] Date: Thursdays, September 10, October 8, November 12, December 10 Time: 5:00 - 8:00 PM Ages: 13+ Cost: Free Location: SPL Online Registration required. Join us for an engaging session of role playing and problem solving, as we play Dungeons and Dragons over an online platform! Suitable for young adult players of any experience. Please come with a level 1 character ready to play. Brand new players can use D&D Beyond online for basic rules and ideas for characters. Players without dice can use D&D Dice Roller online. Registrants will receive an e-mail prior to start time with the live meetup link.
Date: Tuesdays, September 15, October 20, November 17, December 15 Time: 5:00 - 6:00 PM Ages: 13 - 17 Cost: Free Location: SPL Online Registration required. Join other teen gaming enthusiasts for a Discord hangout. We will explore the world of eSports and play some games together and/ or separately. We will be using Discord, so you will need a device that can connect to the internet and has a mic. You do not need a webcam. If using a computer or smart phone, you can download the Discord app, or you can access Discord through a browser. Registered participants will provide their email address to receive a link to a Discord room 15 minutes before the program begins.
Teen Chill Night [LIVE] Date: Wednesdays, September 16, October 21, November 18, December 16 Time: 6:30 - 7:30 PM Ages: 12+ Cost: Free Location: SPL Online Registration required. Tired and stressed? Come take a break with the Library. This is a live online meetup for teens to hang out and learn some mindfulness techniques that can help you handle stress with a new theme each session. September: Five Things and Drop Anchor. October: Mindful Coloring. November: Drawing Emotions. December: Sorting Thoughts. Registrants will receive an e-mail prior to start time with the live meetup link.
Teen Take & Make [VIRTUAL + KIT] Date: Tuesdays, October 6, November 3, December 1 Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Ages: 13 - 17 Cost: Free Location: SPL YouTube & Facebook Registration required. Let’s get crafty! Register for our Take & Make Kit and watch the related video for instructions on how to make each project.
Anime Paint Night [LIVE + KIT] Date: Mondays, September 21, October 19, November 16 Time: 5:30 - 7:00 PM Ages: 12+ Cost: Free Location: SPL Online Registration required. Join us each month LIVE via Zoom as we create cool anime inspired paintings. Each month a new design featuring different anime characters. Registrants will receive an e-mail prior to start time with the live meetup link. Program supplies will be available for registrants to pickup at their chosen location prior to the program air date.
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Teen Hangout [LIVE] Date: Thursdays, September 10 - November 19 & December 3 - 17 Time: 5:00 - 6:00 PM Ages: 13 - 17 Cost: Free Location: SPL Online Registration required. Come chill with other teens at a laid back vitual hangout every Thursday with SPL! This is a safe place where teens can talk about their week and connect with other teens. There will be games! We will be using Discord, so you need a device that can connect to the internet and has a mic, but you do not need a webcam. If using a computer or smart phone, you can download the Discord app, or you can access Discord through a browser.
You do not need to be a Library member to attend. Event information is subject to change.
SUFFOLK PUBLIC LIBRARY - ADULT EVENTS Suffolk Writes [LIVE] Date: Tuesdays, September 1, 15 & 29, October 6 & 20, November 17, December 1 & 15 Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM Ages: 18+ Cost: Free Location: SPL Online Registration required. Suffolk Writes is an open writers group for adults. All genres welcomed, publishing and aspiring. Bring a piece of original work to share for group critiques. Registrants will receive an e-mail prior to start time with the live meetup link.
Pub Trivia at Home [LIVE] Get Creative! [VIRTUAL/LIVE + KIT] Date: Mondays, September 14 & 28, October 26, November 9 & 30, December 14 Time: 6:00 - 7:00 PM Ages: 16+ Cost: Free Location: SPL YouTube & Facebook Registration required. Get Creative this fall with our fun and varied art tutorials! Join us each month and grab your Virtual2Go Pack so you can follow along at home. See online for each session’s project, ranging from Succulent Book Planters, to Winter Watercolor Paintings. Program supplies will be available for pickup at the chosen location prior to the program air date.
Date: Thursdays, September 17, October 15, November 12, December 10 Time: 7:00 - 8:00 PM Ages: 18+ Cost: Free Location: SPL Online Registration required. Test your knowledge at our monthly themed trivia nights! We open the Zoom room at 6:30pm for socializing; game starts at 7pm. Winner receives a $10 Amazon gift certificate, runner up gets $5! Content may not be appropriate for children.
Open Your Eyes [LIVE] Date: Friday, October 16 Time: 6:30 - 7:30 PM Ages: All Cost: Free Location: SPL Online Join us for an evening of Poetic Reflections with Nathan Richardson, Slyvia Bond, and Kween Yakini. This will be a night to talk about the Black experience and how that has been reflected in poetry and beyond. This program is a Library of America Initiative sponsored by the National Endowment for the Arts. Visit the Library’s online calendar for details on how to tune in.
English as a Second Language Morning Mixers [LIVE]
ESL in the Park Date: Thursdays, September 3 - November 19 & December 3 - 17 Time: 10:00 - 11:00 AM Ages: 18+ Cost: Free Location: Bennetts Creek Park, Shelter 3 Improve your language skills with the Library! Join us at Bennett’s Creek Park for English as a Second Language lessons and games in a fun and welcoming environment. We will be practicing social distancing during class at the picnic tables under Shelter 3. Children are welcome. ¡Mejora tu inglés en el parquecon la Suffolk Public Library! Únase a nosotros a clases y juegos en inglés en un ambiente divertido y acogedor. Nosotros seremos practicando distanciamiento social durante la clase en las mesas de picnic bajo Refugio 3 en Bennett’s Creek Park. Los niños son bienvenidos.
Date: Wednesdays, September 2 - November 18 & December 2 - 16 Time: 10:00 - 11:00 AM Ages: 18+ Cost: Free Location: SPL Online Registration required. Improve your language skills with the Library! Join us for virtual English as a Second Language lessons and games in a fun and welcoming environment. Interested participants must register through the Zoom link below in order to receive an emailed link to join the class meeting. ¡Mejora tu inglés en líneacon la Suffolk Public Library! Únase a nosotros a clases y juegos en inglés en un ambiente divertido y acogedor. Los participantes interesados deben registrarse para recibir un correo electronico con enlace a la clase por medio de Zoom.
View the Library’s online calendar for the most up to date information and more events: suffolkpubliclibrary.com/events
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SUFFOLK TOURISM
Van Gogh Paint Party at the Suffolk Visitor Center
Date: Saturday, November 28 Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Ages: All Cost: Free Location: Downtown Suffolk Join merchants and food vendors throughout Suffolk’s historic Downtown district offering artisan-quality gifts, crafts, fine art, ceramics, holiday ornaments, baked goods, home décor, and more. Shoppers will also find discounts and holiday specials from Downtown’s established retailers and restaurateurs, as well.
FREE Suffolk Activity Book Volume 2 Available
Movies at the Center: Frozen II
Suffolk Tourism is pleased to release the second volume of their free Suffolk-themed activity book for children of all ages. Each page offers fun learning exercises, designed to create a virtual Suffolk visitor experience during the ongoing COVID-19 health crisis. While a downloadable copy is available now at https://issuu. com/suffolktourism/docs/suffolk_activity_book_ volume_2, printed books are also available inside the “Free Little Libraries” at the Suffolk Visitor Center, Seaboard Station Railroad Museum, and Suffolk Art Gallery.
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{Re} Stored Pop-Up Event
Date: Saturday, September 19 Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM Ages: All Cost: $25 Adults; $20 Children Location: Suffolk Visitor Center Pavilion at 524 N. Main Street Spend an evening painting under the stars with Suffolk Tourism and Paint Me Purple Studios! Participants will have the opportunity to get creative and paint their own version of Van Gogh’s famous painting, Irises. All supplies are included to create your masterpiece. Space is limited, and advance reservations required. Purchase online at EventBrite, or by calling Paint Me Purple Studios at 757-773-4175.
Date: Saturday, December 12 Time: 2:00 PM Ages: All Cost: Free with donation of canned food Location: Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts at 110 W. Finney Avenue Anna, Elsa, Kristoff, Olaf, and Sven leave Arendelle to travel to an ancient, autumn-bound forest of an enchanted land. They set out to find the origin of Elsa’s powers in order to save their kingdom. The all-star cast includes Kristen Bell, Idina Menzel, Josh Gad, Jonathan Groff, and Sterling K. Brown. This film is rated PG and has a running time of 103 minutes. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Event information is subject to change.
SUFFOLK TOURISM Riddick’s Folly House Museum Hours: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Wed, Thurs, & Fri); 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Saturday); and 1:00 - 5:00 PM (Sun). Closed on major holidays. Cost: $7 Adults; $6 military and seniors 55+; $3 students 18 and under; free for children 5 and under; $4 for partial tours Location: 510 N. Main Street, Downtown For more information, please contact 757-934-0822 or visit riddicksfolly.org. While Mills Riddick’s contemporaries may have mocked his Greek Revival home when it was built in 1837, the house now stands as a beautiful reminder of the past and is one of Suffolk’s most popular attractions. The impressive structure features striking architectural details. The five frieze band windows across the front of the house are rarely seen in eastern Virginia. The front of the mansion is bricked in Flemish bond, and double chimneys rise from both ends of the stately historic landmark. Slender columns of the Greek Revival period frame the main entrance. The interior showcases intricately carved moldings and elaborate ceiling medallions throughout the house. Riddick’s Folly has four floors, 21 rooms, and 16 fireplaces. All four floors are open to the public. The building features elegantly furnished double parlors, a gentleman’s library, and adult and children’s bed chambers. Also open are the laundry, dining rooms, and kitchen. Registered with the Virginia Historic Landmarks Commission and the National Register of Historic Places. During the Civil War, Riddick’s Folly served as headquarters for the Union Army.
American Girl Program at Riddick’s Folly House Museum There will be three sittings at each event noted below: 10:00 AM, 11:30 AM, and 1:00 PM. Space is limited (20 girls per sitting) and reservations are required. Donations welcome. Ages 5-12 are welcome; all children must be accompanied by an adult. Call for reservations at 757-934-0822, or email riddicksfolly@verizon.net, beginning 14 days before each event. If you are unable to attend the program (once you have a reservation), please call the Museum. There is always a waiting list, and Riddick’s hates for a child to miss this opportunity!
Featuring Kirsten Larson Date: Saturday, September 26 Kirsten was born in Sweden in 1845 and given a new life in America working on the frontier in Minnesota. She is quite sensitive towards animals and children, and makes friends easily. A very active child, Kirsten can be shy, hates being trapped inside small spaces, and has a stubborn streak that sometimes gets her in trouble. Unfamiliar things frighten her. Kirsten is helpful, caring, and thoughtful, often taking on more responsibility without complaint. She is always thinking of ways to make her family happy. Kirsten likes to try new things, like sewing and exploring, and has a knack for making money.
Featuring Joss Kendrick, Girl of the Year* Date: Saturday, November 21 On the beaches of sunny southern California, Joss Kendrick can’t wait to hop on her surfboard. But is she ready for a new way to fly? As a girl who’s all in when she takes to the waves, Joss won’t back down when her brother dares her to try out for the cheer team. What Joss expects to be a silly sport turns into something much more as she discovers the girls on the team are real athletes. Now that she’s waded into unfamiliar waters, will Joss sink—or soar higher than she ever has? *A Joss doll will be given away to one attendee.
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SUFFOLK TOURISM Della Mae & Dempsey
Friday Night Frights The Suffolk Division of Tourism wants to give you the fright of your life as they present a series of classic horror films at the Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts. Shows begin at 8:00 PM and admission is free and open to the public. No children under 17 will be permitted without a parent or guardian. For more information, please contact the Suffolk Center’s box office at 757-923-2900, or visit suffolkcenter.org.
Carrie Date: October 16 Carrie White is a shy, unpopular 16-year-old who is often ostracized by her peers. Suddenly, she is invited to the senior prom by popular Tommy Ross...and then the happiest moment of her life descends into chaos as she unleashes horrific revenge by using her newly discovered telekinetic powers. An all-star cast includes Sissy Spacek, Piper Laurie, and Amy Irving. This film is rated R and has a running time of 98 minutes.
Psycho Date: October 23 Phoenix secretary Marion Crane is on the run after embezzling $40,000 from her employer’s client. Scared and alone, she checks into a remote motel run by Norman Bates. Their fates connect as this terrified young man, under the domination of his seemingly unbalanced mother, changes her life forever. An all-star cast includes Anthony Perkins, Vera Miles, and Janet Leigh. This film is rated R and has a running time of 109 minutes.
Date: Friday, October 30 Time: 8:00 PM Ages: All Cost: $27-$40 Location: Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts Della Mae, a Nashville-based, all-female string band, has a completely original style – sensitive yet assertive, intense yet playful, steeped in tradition yet undeniably current. The Dempsey Sisters, from Smithfield, VA, bring a youthful twist to music both old & new. Their threepart sibling harmony along with their passion for the artistry of music delivers a unique blend.
Downstairs at the Center: Jim Newsom & The Cloudless Sky Date: Friday, November 20 Time: 8:00 PM Ages: All Cost: $17 Location: Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts Jim Newsom is an award-winning singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist who is well known and highly regarded throughout southeastern Virginia. His new band is called Jim Newsom and the Cloudless Sky, featuring Gail Keller Smith on keyboards and harmony vocals, and Rick Jebavy on drums. The band’s concert repertoire draws primarily from Jim’s catalog of original songs, in particular material from his three CDs released over the last four years.
Halloween Date: October 30 Fifteen years after murdering his sister on Halloween night 1963, Michael Myers escapes from a mental hospital and returns to his hometown. There he stalks a female babysitter and her friends, while under pursuit by his psychiatrist. An all-star cast includes Jamie Lee Curtis, Donald Pleasance, and Nick Castle. This film is rated R and has a running time of 91 minutes.
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SUFFOLK TOURISM Suffolk Farmers’ Market
Suffolk Art League’s Annual Juried Exhibition Date: October 24 - December 4 Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Tues - Sat); 1:00 - 5:00 PM (Sun). Ages: All Cost: Free Location: Suffolk Art Gallery at 118 Bosley Avenue. This Juried Exhibition is open to all visual artists working in any medium. The exhibition typically features approximately 100 works of art by artists from the Hampton Roads region and beyond. Over $2,500 in awards will be given, including a $500 First Prize and the opportunity for a one-person exhibit at the Suffolk Art Gallery in 2021.
After starting the new season in a timely “To-Go” edition, the 2020 Market transitioned back to the open air special event pavilion, conveniently located behind the Suffolk Visitor Center at 524 North Main Street in Downtown, on July 4. Free and open to the public, the current Farmers’ Market Season will conclude on Saturday, November 21. Regular market hours are 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM, weather permitting.
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.
Meet Santa Date: December 6, 12, & 13** Time: 1:00 - 5:00 PM Ages: All Cost: Free Location: Seaboard Station Railroad Museum (Dec. 6); Suffolk Visitor Center (Dec. 12 & 13) Bring the kiddos to meet jolly ol’ St. Nick this holiday season! Suffolk Tourism has two convenient locations for you to catch the big guy, at the Suffolk Seaboard Station Railroad Museum and the Suffolk Visitor Center. Beautiful holiday décor makes these the ideal places to snap a photo with Santa. Be sure to bring your cameras! **Sunday December 13 is “Bring your pet to meet Santa Day!” We welcome all friendly, well-behaved critters. Dogs must be leashed. Pet owners are encouraged to bring a donation for the homeless and adoptable pets at the Suffolk Animal Care Center. Suggested donation items can be found on our website.
For more information about the Suffolk Farmers’ Market, visit the website at SuffolkVaFarmersMarket.com, or contact the Suffolk Visitor Center at 757-514-4130. To stay up-to-date with all upcoming market activities, follow us on Facebook @SuffolkVaFarmersMarket.
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SUFFOLK TOURISM - TOURS Legends of Main Street: A Suffolk Ghost Walk
Suffolk Tour Program The Suffolk Division of Tourism offers a variety of guided tours, with something for history buffs, nature lovers, adventurers, and even for those folks who are seeking the “supernatural” side of Suffolk. All Suffolk Tourism tours depart from the Suffolk Visitor Center (with a few exceptions noted). Reservations are required and cancellations are expected no less than 48 hours prior to scheduled tour. Custom group tours are available and may require a partial deposit. To reserve your space, please contact the Suffolk Visitor Center.
Legends of Main Street: A Suffolk Ghost Walk Departs at dusk (see individual times on website).
Kayak Excursions Bus boards at 9:15 AM (transportation for the Nansemond River at Constant’s Wharf and Bennett’s Creek Excursions are not available. Participants must meet on site for these particular tours.)
Cedar Hill Cemetery Guided Stroll Departs at 4:00 PM; please arrive by 3:45 PM.
Historic Cedar Hill Cemetery Hometown Heroes Walking Tour Departs from the Suffolk Seaboard Station Railroad Museum at 11:00 AM; please arrive by 10:45 AM.
Great Dismal Swamp Guided Nature Walk Meet at Washington Ditch, located off of White Marsh Road: 3100 Desert Road, Suffolk, VA 23434. Tour departs at 10:00 AM
Great Dismal “Swamp Safari” Bus boards at 9:15 AM and departs at 9:30 AM.
Dates: October 24 & 31; November 7 Time: varies; see website Ages: 9+ Cost: $10 adults; $8 seniors (60+), military, and children (ages 9-12). Not recommended for children under 9. Follow a costumed guide through the shadows of historic Main Street, discovering stories, legends, and “unexplained occurrences” by lantern light.
Lake Drummond Kayak Excursion Dates: September 20 Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Ages: 8+ Cost: $40 per person; equipment included. Participants must be 10 years of age or older. Experience the unusual and breathtaking Lake Drummond, a 3,108-acre bowl-shaped lake located near the center of the Great Dismal Swamp.
Bennett’s Creek Kayak Excursion Dates: October 18 Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Ages: 8+ Cost: $40 per person; equipment included. Participants must be 10 years of age or older. Explore the tidal wetlands along Bennett’s Creek while viewing a variety of bird and plant species. *Transportation for this tour is not available.
Lone Star Lakes Kayak Excursion Dates: November 15 Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Ages: 8+ Cost: $40 per person; equipment included. Participants must be 10 years of age or older. Located in the Chuckatuck section of Northern Suffolk, explore one of the many freshwater lakes that make up this beautiful park.
Cedar Hill Cemetery Guided Stroll Dates: September 14 & 26; October 31 Time: 4:00 - 5:30 PM Ages: 8+ Cost: $7 adults; $5 seniors (60+), military, and children (ages 8-12). Not recommended for children under 12. Enjoy a 60-minute stroll of Cedar Hill Cemetery’s 32 acres of hilly terrain and ancient cedar trees. Home to one of Suffolk’s official Virginia Civil War Trail sites.
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SUFFOLK TOURISM - TOURS Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge Hours: Daily, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM; headquarters closed on weekends and federal holidays; the hiking and biking trails remain open. Location: 3100 Desert Road For more info: fws.gov/refuge/great_dismal_swamp Despite its foreboding moniker, the Great Dismal Swamp is one of few remaining American wildernesses and the largest intact remnant of a vast habitat that once covered more than one million acres of southeastern Virginia and northeastern North Carolina. This nature preserve encompasses over 111,000 acres where visitors enjoy wildlife observation, history, mystery and lore.
Great Dismal Swamp Guided Nature Walk Dates: September 19; October 17; November 21; December 19 Time: 10:00 - 11:30 AM Ages: 8+ Cost: $7 adults; $5 seniors (60+), military, and children (ages 8-12). Meet the Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge in a new way - up close and personal! Enjoy a biologistled nature walk as you learn about the flora, fauna, wildlife and history that abound in the 111,000-acre wilderness.
Because of its geographic location and climate, the Great Dismal is known for its unique blending of northern and southern species, and is a haven for black bear, bobcats, rare plants, rattlesnakes, and river otters. Less fearsome creatures include 200 species of birds, frogs, lizards, salamanders, toads, and yellow-bellied and spotted turtles. Lake Drummond, a 3,108-acre lake located near the center of the swamp, is the largest of only two naturally occurring lakes in Virginia. It stands only 18 feet above sea level, and though it is three miles wide, it is only five to six feet deep, allowing great cypresses to rise from its still, shallow waters. For those who venture in, the Dismal Swamp shelters a wealth of history and lore, flora and fauna. Visitors may participate in biking, fishing and boating, hiking, hunting, nature photography, and wildlife observation.
Great Dismal “Swamp Safari” Dates: Contact Suffolk Visitor Center for availability Time: 10:00 AM - 1:30 PM Ages: 8+ Cost: $10 adults; $8 seniors (60+), military, and children (ages 8-12). Not recommended for children under 8. This four-hour tour, which fills up quickly, is led by a biologist specializing in the unique habitat of the Great Dismal. A small snack and beverage provided; sunscreen, insect repellent, comfortable clothes and shoes are recommended.
OUR NEWEST TOUR: Historic Cedar Hill Cemetery Hometown Heroes Walking Tour Dates: September 19; October 17; November 21 Time: 11:00 AM Ages: 12+ Cost: $7 adults; $5 seniors (60+), military, and children. Not recommended for children under 12. This 60-minute walking tour highlights and honors the graves and memorials of soldiers from Suffolk and old Nansemond County who died in combat during the two World Wars, Korean War, and Vietnam War. Comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate dress are recommended. View Suffolk Tourism’s online calendar for the most up to date information and more events: visitsuffolkva.com
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