Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 19th of December.
Good morning, Virginia Beach.
🏘️ Community
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.
💼 Business
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.
🏥 Health
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.
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🎉 Virginia Beach Events
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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