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Friday, November 8th, 2024

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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

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

  • 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
  • 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

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Virginia Beach election officials are diligently processing votes, including mail-in and provisional ballots, with certified results expected next week.  13News Now

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sat, 11/9/24

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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.

    Sun, 11/10/24

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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.

    Mon, 11/11/24

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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.

    Tue, 11/12/24

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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.

    Wed, 11/13/24

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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.

    Thu, 11/14/24

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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.

    Fri, 11/15/24

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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.

    Sat, 11/16/24

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  • Youth Sunday School

    Experience a nurturing environment for youth to learn and grow in their faith within a community setting.

    Sun, 11/17/24

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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.

    Mon, 11/18/24

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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