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in Virginia Beach
Friday, December 19th, 2025
Good morning, Virginia Beach. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 19th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Virginia Beach Jewish community celebrated Hanukkah at the Marriott Virginia Beach Oceanfront Thursday night to show unity and resilience after a deadly attack in Australia. The event doubled turnout and featured police + private security coordination to ensure attendee safety. WTKR
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Trader Joe’s opens its second location today—at Town Center on 220 Constitution Drive in the Columbus Village Shopping Plaza. The 10,000 sqft store, which creates over 50 local jobs, hosts a ribbon-cutting at 8:55 a.m. before operating daily—donating unsold food to local nonprofits. 13News Now
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Doctors advise residents to choose emergency rooms for sudden, life-threatening symptoms and urgent or primary care for milder illnesses as winter viruses spread slowly; Dr. Minnick (a Riverside Health physician) expects a surge after Jan. 1. 13News Now
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Ballet Virginia: The Nutcracker
2:00 – 3:30 p.m. — Sandler Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket details not available — Experience the enchanting classic ballet that celebrates the magic of the holiday season.
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Game Days at D&B
11:00 a.m. — Dave & Buster's Virginia Beach — 10 wings for $10 — Score big with game day deals and fun activities for all ages.
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Christmas Brunch at the Bay
10 AM – 2 PM — Tides Coastal Kitchen — $55++ Adults | $29++ Kids (5–12) — Enjoy a festive holiday buffet featuring coastal specialties and delicious dessert options.
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Rob Oliver & The Attractors
7-10:30 p.m. — Voodoo Brewing — Cost TBA — Enjoy a night of blues, rock, and Americana with local singer-songwriter Rob Oliver.
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God's Girl Vision Board Party
1-3 p.m. — Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library — Free entry — Celebrate faith and sisterhood while crafting God-centered visions for the upcoming season.
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Candlelight: Coldplay vs. Imagine Dragons
8:45-9:45 p.m. — Zeiders American Dream Theater — Tickets available online only — Enjoy a unique musical experience featuring beloved hits by Coldplay and Imagine Dragons under candlelight.
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Game Days at Dave & Buster's
11:00 a.m. — Dave & Buster's Virginia Beach — Special deals available — Score big with game day deals including 10 wings for $10.
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Sound Healing with Renee Branch
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Space Holistic Services — RSVP required — Experience deep relaxation through the restorative power of sound and energy healing.
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The Band Perry Concert
11 PM – 3 AM — Town Center of Virginia Beach — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the New Year with Grammy-winning country music performed live.
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Red Cross Adult & Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED Class
10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. — AllCPR Training Virginia Beach — Certification fee applies — Learn vital life-saving skills with hands-on training from expert instructors.
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