First Fridays Concerts in the Courtyard is a long-standing tradition in Portsmouth, Virginia. The event features live entertainment, beverages for adults and others, snacks, an art market, and free admission to the Portsmouth Art & Cultural Center. Neighbors and visitors alike come together to enjoy live music performed under stately oaks in a beautiful courtyard …
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2024 First Fridays Concerts in the Courtyard Schedule
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50’s Dream House Ready For Occupancy
Take a Step Back in Time Nestled in the West Haven neighborhood of Portsmouth, Virginia, is Carly Nino’s 50’s themed “Dream House”, a mid-century modern short-term rental house available through Air B&B that will transport you back in time. The details are incredible, from the pink awnings and perfectly manicured lawn, to the 50s Style …
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Small Business Profile – Newell’s Boat Works
Newell’s Boatworks – Over 25 Years of Fine Finishes Nestled in the back of Portsmouth’s Shea Terrace neighborhood along Scott’s Creek, sits Newell’s Boat Works, a wooden boat restoration shop and 30 slip marina owned and operated by Mitch Newell. Newell’s Boat Works was established in 1998, but the property dates back to 1858, …
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Small Business Profile: Armie-Navie of Portsmouth, Virginia
The Armie Navie Legacy Building Community Through Small Business By Sheila Janes (Portsmouth, VA) I will confess that I have driven past the Armie Navie store, across from I.C. Norcom High School, a billion times, but I have never ventured in until this week, so I wasn’t sure what to expect. Wow, was I surprised! …
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Picture This Photography Exhibition of Portsmouth at the Hill House Museum
The Hill House Museum Presents: Picture This! A Photographic Journey By: Audrey Lassiter, Hill Hour Volunteer During the month of April, The Hill House Museum presents Picture This! a curated photography exhibition of Portsmouth, Virginia featuring over 600 pictures, memorabilia, and historic maps. Take a journey through Portsmouth’s past with images of Downtown, Olde Towne, …
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2022 Olde Towne Holiday Music Festival Schedule of Events
The Olde Towne Holiday Music Festival is Portsmouth, Virginia’s signature holiday event. It features a full schedule of events for both adults and children. Hear the public school’s choirs and bands perform, along with high energy bands on the MainStage and more subdued unplugged entertainment in shops and restaurants all over Olde Towne. High Street …
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The History of Cock Island Race
As Told by Portsmouth Boat Club Member, Mo Whitlow. The Race to Cock Island was created in 1987, to bring big boat sail racing back to Portsmouth and to showcase and promote the hospitality and history of Olde Towne Portsmouth. From its beginning, the race and events were designed by sailors. Founding chairman, Mo Whitlow …
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Umoja Festival 2022
The 2022 Umoja Festival happens May 27-29, 2022, in Festival Park in Portsmouth. Join in a grand celebration of unity at Portsmouth’s Annual African American culture and heritage celebration promoting cultural diversity and unity. Bring the entire family to enjoy all the festivities including live music, kids activities, international foods and so much more! Take …
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First Weekends with the Portsmouth Museums
The first weekends with the Portsmouth Museums is an exciting time to visit. Festivities kick off on the First Friday of each month (April-October) with live music, adult beverages, and a gathering of friends in the courtyard at the Portsmouth Art & Cultural Center. On First Saturday mornings, the courtyard features more live music to …
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St. Paddy’s Day in Olde Towne Portsmouth
March 12 and 13, 2022 NOTICE: March 12 Street Fest has changed due to weather. Events at Baron’s Pub will be held inside the restaurant on Saturday, the 12th. All events at Public House will now take place on Sunday, March 13th and will still be outdoors. Look for Farmer’s Market venders at the street …
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