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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T140000
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UID:17670-1775138400-1775142000@artsconnectva.org
SUMMARY:Acoustic Electric Folk & Americana with Dry Land Folk Duo
DESCRIPTION:  \nDry Land Folk Duo consists of husband and wife Drew & Kate Landman. They have performed locally for over 15 year and together for over 40 years. Based in Norfolk\, VA they perform originals and favorite covers with an acoustic-electric feel and a folk/Americana flair. Performances feature guitar\, mandolin\, bass\, ukulele\, and spousal Harmonies.
URL:https://artsconnectva.org/event/acoustic-electric-folk-americana-with-dry-land-folk-duo/
LOCATION:Hampton\, VA\, Hampton\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open to the Public,Outreach Program
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T183000
DTSTAMP:20260419T074536
CREATED:20260403T200607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T200607Z
UID:17917-1775323800-1775327400@artsconnectva.org
SUMMARY:Autism Society of Tidewater Virginia visits Village Studio Arts
DESCRIPTION:This is a collaboration between ArtsConnect Virginia\, Autism Society of Tidewater Virginia and Village Studio Arts. Adults in the ASTV program come together to participate in a visual arts program hosted at an art studio in the community. \nInterested in learning more? Call Autism Society of Tidewater Virginia at (757) 477-9358 to learn more. \n 
URL:https://artsconnectva.org/event/autism-society-of-tidewater-virginia-visits-village-studio-arts/
LOCATION:Village Studio Arts\, 10864 Warwick Boulevard\, Newport News\, VA\, 23601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outreach Program,Registration Required
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T121500
DTSTAMP:20260419T074536
CREATED:20260311T192536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T192536Z
UID:17684-1775646900-1775650500@artsconnectva.org
SUMMARY:St. Patrick's Day Irish Music Delight with Kevin Furey
DESCRIPTION:View Flyer
URL:https://artsconnectva.org/event/st-patricks-day-irish-music-delight-with-kevin-furey/
LOCATION:Norfolk\, VA\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open to the Public,Outreach Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T140000
DTSTAMP:20260419T074536
CREATED:20260403T210302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T210302Z
UID:17937-1775653200-1775656800@artsconnectva.org
SUMMARY:The Oldies with Cindy Kays
DESCRIPTION:View Flyer \nCall (757) 382-1333 to Register!
URL:https://artsconnectva.org/event/the-oldies-with-cindy-kays/
LOCATION:Rokeby Center\, 1709 Rokeby Ave\, Chesapeake\, VA\, 23320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open to the Public,Outreach Program
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260410T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260410T120000
DTSTAMP:20260419T074536
CREATED:20260403T212242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T212242Z
UID:17956-1775815200-1775822400@artsconnectva.org
SUMMARY:Spring Serenade with Ascension Melodies
DESCRIPTION:View Flyer
URL:https://artsconnectva.org/event/spring-serenade-with-ascension-melodies/
LOCATION:Norfolk Public Library: Van Wyck Branch\, 1368 DeBree Ave\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23517\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open to the Public,Outreach Program
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260410T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260410T110000
DTSTAMP:20260419T074536
CREATED:20260403T212647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T212705Z
UID:17963-1775818800-1775818800@artsconnectva.org
SUMMARY:Trumpet Musical Entertainment with Chad McGill
DESCRIPTION:View Flyer
URL:https://artsconnectva.org/event/trumpet-musical-entertainment/
LOCATION:Curtis R. Milteer\, Sr. Recreation Center\, 132 Roberston St\, Suffolk\, VA\, 23438\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open to the Public,Outreach Program
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260410T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260410T180000
DTSTAMP:20260419T074536
CREATED:20260405T104634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260405T104634Z
UID:17986-1775840400-1775844000@artsconnectva.org
SUMMARY:Watercolor Tulips Notecards with Vivian Davis
DESCRIPTION:View Flyer \nPlease visit Second Friday Art @ BFB – LibCal – Norfolk Public Library (VA) \n 
URL:https://artsconnectva.org/event/watercolor-tulips-notecards-with-vivian-davis/
LOCATION:Barron F. Black Branch Library\, 6700 E Tanners Creek Dr\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23513\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open to the Public,Outreach Program,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T074536
CREATED:20260311T193421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T193421Z
UID:17689-1776002400-1776009600@artsconnectva.org
SUMMARY:Fun Poetry Writing Workshop with Debra Frech
DESCRIPTION:  \nDebra is a member of The Muse\, Poetry Society of VA\, The Writers Guild of Virginia\, James River Writers\, KPC Writers\, Virginia Writers and writes poetry. Her workshop “Possible Poetry” uses prompts\, simple exercises\, music and visual boards to inspire creativity to discover a new world.
URL:https://artsconnectva.org/event/fun-poetry-writing-workshop-with-debra-frech/
LOCATION:Newport News\, VA\, Newport News\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open to the Public,Outreach Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T120000
DTSTAMP:20260419T074536
CREATED:20260405T110849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260405T110849Z
UID:18005-1776247200-1776254400@artsconnectva.org
SUMMARY:The Rabbit Prize with Rhona Dawson
DESCRIPTION:Register here: Catalog – Suffolk Parks & Recreation
URL:https://artsconnectva.org/event/the-rabbit-prize-with-rhona-dawson/
LOCATION:Suffolk Center for the Cultural Arts\, 110 W Finney Ave\, Suffolk\, VA\, 23434\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open to the Public,Outreach Program,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T150000
DTSTAMP:20260419T074536
CREATED:20260405T112954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260405T113023Z
UID:18016-1776261600-1776265200@artsconnectva.org
SUMMARY:Mindful Journaling with Susan Brockington from the Muse Writers Center
DESCRIPTION:View Flyer \nCall (757) 382-1333 to register for this event!
URL:https://artsconnectva.org/event/mindful-journaling-with-susan-brockington/
LOCATION:Rokeby Center\, 1709 Rokeby Ave\, Chesapeake\, VA\, 23320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open to the Public,Outreach Program,Registration Required
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T113000
DTSTAMP:20260419T074536
CREATED:20260406T220819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T220819Z
UID:18161-1776335400-1776339000@artsconnectva.org
SUMMARY:Sunflower Button Art with Denise Bluser
DESCRIPTION:Denise creates unique handcrafted items with love and is happy to share her skills with you. Create with Denise a one-of-a-kind artwork from sea glass\, shells\, mosaic tiles. A hanging Angel from ribbon\, beads\, shells. An original piece of artwork from paint pouring\, using alcohol inks. In this project Denise will guide participant through making a mixed media craft using buttons to make flowers.   To register call: Tamakia Hamlin\, (757) 514-7265 \nView Flyer
URL:https://artsconnectva.org/event/sunflower-button-art-with-denise-bluser/
LOCATION:East Suffolk Recreation Center\, 138 S 6th St.\, Suffolk\, VA\, 23434\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open to the Public,Outreach Program,Registration Required
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T183000
DTSTAMP:20260419T074536
CREATED:20260406T221900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T221900Z
UID:18173-1776360600-1776364200@artsconnectva.org
SUMMARY:Possible Poetry with Debra Frech
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate National Poetry Month and find your inner poet. Use prompts\, simple exercises\, music and visual boards to inspire creativity to discover a new world.
URL:https://artsconnectva.org/event/possible-poetry-with-debra-frech-3/
LOCATION:Russell Memorial Library\, 2808 Taylor Rd\, Chesapeake\, VA\, 23321\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open to the Public,Outreach Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T104500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T114500
DTSTAMP:20260419T074536
CREATED:20260406T211246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T211325Z
UID:18079-1776768300-1776771900@artsconnectva.org
SUMMARY:Flower & Birds Painting with Stephanie Slate
DESCRIPTION:View Flyer \nSpace is limited\, must register to attend. Please email info@savvyseniorconnections.org to register.
URL:https://artsconnectva.org/event/flower-birds-painting-with-stephanie-slate/
LOCATION:The Arbors at Birchwood\, 3812 Virginia Beach Blvd\, Virginia Beach\, Virginia\, 23452\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open to the Public,Outreach Program,Registration Required
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T120000
DTSTAMP:20260419T074536
CREATED:20260406T210946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T210946Z
UID:18070-1776769200-1776772800@artsconnectva.org
SUMMARY:Chair Yoga Fitness
DESCRIPTION:View Flyer
URL:https://artsconnectva.org/event/chair-yoga-fitness/
LOCATION:Gethsemane Community Fellowship\, 1317 E Brambleton Ave\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23504\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open to the Public,Outreach Program
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T190000
DTSTAMP:20260419T074536
CREATED:20260406T213410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T213428Z
UID:18127-1776880800-1776884400@artsconnectva.org
SUMMARY:Earth Day Craft: Hummingbird Feeder with Rhona Dawson
DESCRIPTION:Registration Required: EVENT RSVP LINK
URL:https://artsconnectva.org/event/earth-day-hummingbird-feeder-with-rhona-dawson/
LOCATION:Main Street Library\, 110 Main Street\, Newport News\, VA\, 23601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open to the Public,Outreach Program,Registration Required
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T150000
DTSTAMP:20260419T074536
CREATED:20260406T211712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T215222Z
UID:18096-1777384800-1777388400@artsconnectva.org
SUMMARY:Eclectic Mix of Music with Mark Pettiford
DESCRIPTION:Mark is a singer/musician playing different styles of music. He has a band that he performs with locally and is a songwriter working on music for film and TV. Mark plays an eclectic mix of 40s\, 50s\, 60s\, early Rock n’ Roll and Blues that entertains people of all ages. He blends in a nice style of guitar playing\, with his singing style that has people singing\, clapping\, and dancing to the music. \nView Flyer
URL:https://artsconnectva.org/event/eclectic-mix-of-music-with-mark-pettiford-2/
LOCATION:New Life Metropolitan Community Church\, 1000 Sunset Dr\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open to the Public,Outreach Program
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T183000
DTSTAMP:20260419T074536
CREATED:20260406T211153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T214751Z
UID:18077-1777483800-1777487400@artsconnectva.org
SUMMARY:DIY Terrarium Workshop with Sarah Leland
DESCRIPTION:Sarah grew up helping her Nana in the garden and collecting eggs from the chicken coop. Those early experiences kept her dreaming of a home where she could expand on those earliest memories\, and she has now created her own tiny farm in the suburbs.  Sarah specializes in plants (gardening\, butterfly habitats\, houseplants\, terrariums\, etc.) as well as tea blending\, candles\, skin care\, and baking. Her vision is small-scale homesteading in the suburbs. \nView Flyer
URL:https://artsconnectva.org/event/diy-terrarium-workshop-with-sarah-leland/
LOCATION:Jordan-Newby Anchor Branch Library\, 1425 Norchester Ave\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23504\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open to the Public,Outreach Program,Registration Required
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T103000
DTSTAMP:20260419T074536
CREATED:20260413T195857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T195857Z
UID:18228-1777708800-1777717800@artsconnectva.org
SUMMARY:Face Painting with Sparkle Williams
DESCRIPTION:Sparkle has been painting for years\, reconnecting with her inner artist in 2014\, sparked by area paint and sips. Sparkle is also known as Sirocco on the belly dance circuit. Her programs include: acrylic & watercolor painting\, West African traditional dance\, Polynesian dance theatre (hula & Tahitian)\, and Raqs Sharqi (belly dance).  \nSparkle will be providing face painting at the American Parkinson Disease Association\, Virginia Chapter’s Optimism Walk. \nPlease view this flyer for registration information.
URL:https://artsconnectva.org/event/face-painting-with-sparkle-williams/
LOCATION:Harbor’s Edge\, One Colley Ave\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23510\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open to the Public,Outreach Program,Registration Required
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T130000
DTSTAMP:20260419T074536
CREATED:20260414T200504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T200504Z
UID:18240-1777723200-1777726800@artsconnectva.org
SUMMARY:Music of Our Teenage Years with Dan Smith & Laura Cathcart
DESCRIPTION:Dan retired after 20 years as a musician in the U.S. Army\, where he served as instrumental instructor at the Armed Forces School of Music\, performed as oboe soloist and managed a Dixieland band for the South Carolina State Arts Commission. He has been a professional musician for 60+ years. He organized and led a big band\, German Band\, and a Dixieland band. In the military\, he served as the leader of the Continental Army Band Woodwind Quintet. He went on many quintet tours across the US and Europe. Laura Cathcart will be accompanying him on saxophone. \nThis program is part of The Reserve at Greenbrier’s open house\, sponsored by Smooth Transitions. \nView flyer
URL:https://artsconnectva.org/event/music-of-our-teenage-years-with-dan-smith-laura-cathcart/
LOCATION:The Reserve at Greenbrier\, 1005 Elysian Pl\, Chesapeake\, VA\, 23320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open to the Public,Outreach Program
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T180000
DTSTAMP:20260419T074536
CREATED:20260410T153230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T162159Z
UID:18194-1777741200-1777744800@artsconnectva.org
SUMMARY:Painting Tree & Mountains on Canvas with Mary Carol Lynch
DESCRIPTION:Mary Carol has worked with the Virginia Beach arts community at the Oceanfront for 25 years. She is a hands-on instructor who enjoys witnessing “lightbulb moments”. As an artist she enjoys painting in acrylics\, drawing\, and mixed media.  Her programs include: painting a scene of the participants’ choosing in acrylic\, working in collage with writing and drawing for a meaningful visual narrative\, and relaxed drawing and playing with color. \nRegistration is required. Please contact Brittany Fitzgerald at brittany.fitzgerald@tidewaterasa.org or 757-461-4474 for more information on how to register.
URL:https://artsconnectva.org/event/painting-with-susan-owens/
LOCATION:Autism Society Tidewater Virginia\, 3509 Virginia Beach Blvd.\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, 23452\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open to the Public,Outreach Program,Registration Required
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260504T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260504T113000
DTSTAMP:20260419T074536
CREATED:20260414T204914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T204914Z
UID:18248-1777890600-1777894200@artsconnectva.org
SUMMARY:Card Making with Sandy Kinchen
DESCRIPTION:Sandy is passionate about bringing out the creative talent from within the folks who participate in her projects. She loves laughter and believes it can help to heal the broken spirit. Sandy is retired and loves spending time with family & friends. \nThis program is open to the public\, but registration is required. Please contact Tamakia Hamlin at (757) 514-7265 or thamlin@suffolkva.us to register. \nView flyer
URL:https://artsconnectva.org/event/card-making-with-sandy-kinchen-7/
LOCATION:East Suffolk Recreation Center\, 138 S 6th St.\, Suffolk\, VA\, 23434\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open to the Public,Outreach Program,Registration Required
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T180000
DTSTAMP:20260419T074536
CREATED:20260415T193144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T193144Z
UID:18254-1778000400-1778004000@artsconnectva.org
SUMMARY:Watercolor Notecards with Vivan Davis
DESCRIPTION:Vivian Davis is a multidisciplinary artist and art instructor traversing disciplines of illustration\, painting\, sculpture\, and installation. \nThis program is open to the public\, but registration is required. Please call 757-823-4800 to register. \nView flyer
URL:https://artsconnectva.org/event/watercolor-notecards-with-vivan-davis/
LOCATION:Jordan-Newby Anchor Branch Library\, 1425 Norchester Ave\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23504\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open to the Public,Outreach Program,Registration Required
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T120000
DTSTAMP:20260419T074536
CREATED:20260417T195646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T195646Z
UID:18280-1778065200-1778068800@artsconnectva.org
SUMMARY:Hits of the 60s & 70s with Greg Branigan
DESCRIPTION:Greg is a retired Marine Corps infantry officer who has had a life-long passion for playing his guitar and singing. He has performed solo and with the acoustic trio\, the Jam Daddys\, throughout Hampton Roads over the past 10 years. \nThis program is free and open to the public but registration is required. Please call (757) 382-6411 to register. \nView flyer
URL:https://artsconnectva.org/event/hits-of-the-60s-70s-with-greg-branigan/
LOCATION:Rokeby Center\, 1709 Rokeby Ave\, Chesapeake\, VA\, 23320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open to the Public,Outreach Program,Registration Required
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T150000
DTSTAMP:20260419T074536
CREATED:20260417T204314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T204314Z
UID:18292-1778162400-1778166000@artsconnectva.org
SUMMARY:Library Concert Series feat. Joel Srebnick
DESCRIPTION:Joel has been a resident of Virginia since 1996\, having moved down from Connecticut. He is still unable to say “y’all” with any kind of conviction. He is a full-time computer nerd\, and enjoys reading\, woodworking\, and of course\, playing music. Joel has been playing music since he was in his teens\, happily trading the saxophone for hist first guitar at the age of 15.  This program will consist of Folk/rock tunes from the 60s and 70s\, along with some more contemporary songs. \nThis program is free and open to the public. Please call (757) 850-5114 for more information.
URL:https://artsconnectva.org/event/library-concert-series-feat-joel-srebnick/
LOCATION:Willow Oaks Branch Library\, 227 Fox Hill Rd.\, Hampton\, VA\, 23669\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open to the Public,Outreach Program,Registration Required
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