Monday, January 6th, 2025

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Good morning, Virginia Beach. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 6th of January.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A house fire in Virginia Beach displaces a family of four and their three dogs, with the Red Cross providing temporary housing. WTKR
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A teacher at Independence Middle School in Virginia Beach was assaulted by a student, sustaining minor injuries but expected to return to school. WTKR
SPORTS NEWS
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Spanish 2 Conversation, Grammar, & Culture Class
This class offers an opportunity for individuals with prior Spanish experience to enhance their conversational skills, vocabulary, and grammar understanding.
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Pawsitive Reading: Read with a Therapy Dog
Participants can enhance their reading skills by reading aloud to a therapy dog, with options to bring their own book or select from one provided by the library.
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Bricks at the Beach - Creative Building for Kids
Children in grades Pre-K to 5 can unleash their creativity by building with stackable bricks and other materials at the Great Neck Area Library.
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TROLLS: Engage with Nature at the Virginia Aquarium
The event features six giant Trolls at the Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center, aiming to reconnect humans with nature and inspire positive environmental behavior.
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Baby Open Play at Great Neck Area Library
This event offers a welcoming environment for caregivers and infants aged 3 to 24 months to socialize and engage in play with others from the community.
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Blue Goose Wildlife & History Tram Tour in False Cape State Park
Participants can enjoy a 4-hour guided tram tour to explore wildlife and historical sites in False Cape State Park and Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge, including a hike to the Wash Woods church and cemetery.
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Drop-in Preschool Storytime for Early Literacy
This storytime program for preschoolers focuses on reading readiness through books, rhymes, and literacy activities designed to enhance alphabet recognition and build confidence.
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Toddler Open Play at Princess Anne Area Library
A social playtime for toddlers and caregivers to enjoy a community setting for interaction and fun.
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Drop-in Combined Rhyme Time Storytime
This event facilitates early language and motor skills development through rhymes, songs, and hands-on activities for children aged 6-24 months with their caregiver.
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The Z Open Mics: The Word - Poetry and Storytelling Night
The Word is an open mic event showcasing diverse voices in poetry, spoken word, and storytelling, offering a supportive environment for performers.
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