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Thomas and Friends Explore The Rails

Children's Museum of Virginia 221 High Street, Portsmouth, VA

All aboard! At this all-new exhibit, kids can step into the world of Thomas & Friends, visit iconic stops on the Island Of Sodor like Knapford Station and Sodor Steamworks, and team up with Thomas to solve fun challenges and explore hands-on engineering adventures. This interactive exhibit was created by the Minnesota Children’s Museum and […]

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Forged in Hampton Roads Exhibit

Portsmouth Colored Community Library Museum 904 Elm Avenue, Portsmouth, VA

Description: Forged in Hampton Roads explores the transformative impact of African American labor and how it profoundly shaped the character and lifestyle of the Hampton Roads region. Come learn about […]

Free

Black History Month – Crafts

Portsmouth Public Library - Cradock Branch 28 Prospect Parkway, Portsmouth, VA

Black History Month Craft Feb 19, 2025   3 – 4 pm  Cradock Branch Library Drop by for a Black History Month-inspired craft! Ages 3-12     DON'T MISS OUR DROP […]

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Disney Lorcana League at Atlanis

Atlantis Games & Comics Portsmouth 2862 Airline Blvd, Portsmouth, VA

Come one, come all! Disney Lorcana League is happening every Wednesday at Atlantis Portsmouth. Come out and play Bo3 (Best of 3) to earn points toward promos. Open play and Free for all!

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Captain America Brave New World at The Commodore Theatre

Commodore Theatre 421 High Street, Portsmouth, VA

Sam finds himself in the middle of an international incident after meeting with President Thaddeus Ross. He must soon discover the reason behind a nefarious global plot before the true mastermind has the entire world seeing red. Release date: February 14, 2025 (USA) Director: Julius Onah Budget: $180 million Story by: Rob Edwards; Malcolm Spellman; Dalan Musson Distributed by: Walt […]

$12.00
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Jazz Night at Admiral’s

Portsmouth, VA

Admiral's Steak and Seafood, inside the Rivers Casino, offers jazz on Thursday nights.  Come in for a delicion dinner, quality cocktails, and the best in local jazz.  15% off on select appetizers, delicious sushi and more. January 30 - Danielle Roby February 6 - Seamless Duo February 13 - Chan Hall February 20 - Skylark, […]

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Karaoke at The Barrel

The Barrel Restaurant and Lounge 5770 Churchland Blvd, Portsmouth, VA

Looking to sing karaoke.  Check out The Barrel on Thursdays.  Also offering have great food and drink specials.

Karl Werne Live at Post Secondary Brewing

Post Secondary Brewing Company 739 High Street, Portsmouth, VA

Please welcome back Karl Werne to our stage. If you have missed his show in the past, you MUST head out this way! His show is FANTASTIC! So grab some […]