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in Virginia Beach
Friday, November 8th, 2024
Good morning, Virginia Beach. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ D-BAT Virginia Beach's Veteran's Hit-a-thon seeks to raise $45,000 to support veterans' mental health and fund a new sensory room at the Jones & Cabacoy Veterans Care Center. WTKR
- ➤ Corporate Landing Middle School in Virginia Beach celebrated veterans with an annual breakfast, allowing students and staff to honor and reflect on military service. 13News Now
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ 'Rosie the Riveter: A Spectacular Experience' play opens at the Military Aviation Museum in Virginia Beach to celebrate the contributions of over 16 million women to the WWII effort, featuring immersive wartime factory settings and live swing music. Daily Press
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Virginia Beach's economy received a record $3.8 billion boost from tourism in 2023, demonstrating the sector's major role in the local economy. WAVY
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Virginia Beach School Board is considering a proposal to move sixth graders to Bayside Middle School next school year to join seventh and eighth graders. WAVY
- ➤ Virginia launches a new online portal, VQB5, to help parents easily find and evaluate the quality and safety of over 3,000 publicly funded early childhood education sites. WAVY
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Virginia Beach election officials are diligently processing votes, including mail-in and provisional ballots, with certified results expected next week. 13News Now
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Melissa Cotten-Smith, transitioning from a healthcare career, opened Lucky Leaf, a botanical boutique in Virginia Beach offering over 100 plant varieties and tailored gardening solutions. The Virginian-Pilot
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Toddler Open Play at Kempsville Area Library
Experience a warm and inviting space for caregivers and toddlers to play and socialize with other community members.
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Brasswind SuperBand Concert
Experience a high-energy concert featuring Brasswind, a talented ensemble delivering classic horn-band sounds and diverse musical styles.
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Veterans Day Kids Sewing Camp at Sew Unik
Experience a creative and educational day by learning sewing basics and completing a unique project at this fun camp for kids.
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Just 2s Storytime Session for Parents and Toddlers
Experience a delightful session of storytime designed to promote independence and social skills for toddlers aged 2, guided by a caregiver.
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Wheelie Good Wednesdays at Smartmouth Brewing
Experience a delightful evening of community and craft brews at Wheelie Good Wednesdays, a popular weekly event at Smartmouth Brewing Pilot House.
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Drop-In Combined Rhyme Time for Infants and Caregivers
Experience building early language and motor skills through engaging activities, songs, and book sharing designed for children aged 6-24 months with their caregivers.
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Creative Movement Yoga Storytime for Preschoolers
Experience a lively storytime combining simple yoga poses and engaging tales for children ages 3-5 with their caregivers.
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Baby Playtime Social Hour
Experience a welcoming environment where caregivers and their little ones can socialize and play together in the community.
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Youth Sunday School
Experience a nurturing environment for youth to learn and grow in their faith within a community setting.
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On My Own Storytime for Preschoolers
Designed for newly independent preschoolers, this engaging storytime offers books, rhymes, and literacy activities to prepare children for school.
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