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May 3 Concert In the Courtyard 5 p.m.- 8 p.m. Enjoy music in the courtyard from Lewis and Kayce McGehee. Portsmouth Arts and Cultural Center, Corner of High and Court Streets (P) 393-8543 or www. portsmouthartcenter.com

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May 2013 Ongoing Cruise the Creek Various times. Explore Owls Creek during a gentle 30-minute pontoon cruise focused on salt marsh ecology. Scan the mudflats for fiddler crabs and animal tracks, listen for the calls of osprey and kingfishers, and look for signs of muskrat and otter activities. Virginia Aquarium, 717 General Booth Blvd. (VB) 385-FISH or www.virginiaaquarium.com Mary Whyte: Working South 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. and continues A collection of fifty watercolors by South Carolinian artist Mary Whyte that portrays hard-working Americans who have been left behind by so-called progress. Peninsula Fine Arts Center, 101 Museum Dr. (NN) 596-8175 or www.pfac-va.org Virginians in the Spotlight Sports in Hampton Roads – 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. Four local sports teams on display including the Norfolk Tides, Norfolk Admirals, Peninsula Pilots and Virginia Beach Piranhas. Virginia Sports Hall of Fame and Museum, 206 High St. (P) 393.8031 or www.vshfm.org

May 1 Early Expeditions 11 a.m. Every Wednesday, bring your toddler to the Conservation Station in the Bay and Ocean Pavilion to solve an animal mystery. Virginia Aquarium, 717 General Booth Blvd. (VB) 385-FISH or www.virginiaaquarium. com

May 1- May 12 Tinkertoy: Build Your Imagination 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. and continues until May 12. A special welcome gallery and nine unique activity stations invite children and families to use Tinkertoys to explore topics like renewable energy, to experiment with ideas and

Girl Scouts Helping Hands Food Drive 9 a.m.- noon. Help stock local food banks. Bring non-perishable food items to any local Walmart store and Girl Scouts will be on site to collect and sort donations.

create their own inventions. Children’s Museum of Virginia, 221 High St. (P) 3935258 or www.childrensmuseumva.com

May 1 – May 24 May Planetarium Shows Various times. Open Wednesday through Sunday. Choose among three shows in the Virginia Living Museum’s Abbitt Planetarium. Enjoy an exciting and often humorous version of the classic Greek legend of Orion in “Legends of the Night Sky Orion.” A staff astronomer takes a tour of the current night sky in “Virginia Skies.” “Oasis in Space” searches for water on neighboring planets. The planetarium is Tickets are $4 plus museum admission. The Virginia Living Museum, J. Clyde Morris Blvd. (NN) 599-1900 or www. thevlm.org

May 2 Preventing Youth Suicide 6:30p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Join the discussion on youth suicide. It is a devastating epidemic that destroys young lives, shatter families, and leave a wake of sadness and confusion for those left behind. Bon Secours Mary Immaculate Hospital Health Resource Center, 2 Bernardine Dr. (NN) ) 886-6511 or delores_ price@bshsi.org Paint Days 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Every Tuesday and Thursday. Paint your own picture in the Kids Gallery. Peninsula Fine Arts Center, 101 Museum Dr. (NN) 596-8175 or www. pfac-va.org Toddler Trek Thursdays 11 a.m. Toddlers enjoy song and animals. Virginia Aquarium, 717 General Booth Blvd. (VB) 385-FISH or www.virginiaquarium.com Discovery Days 2 p.m.- 3:15 p.m. This program is for ages 4-6. Come and explore the animals and their lives. Fee:

Paws to Read 3 p.m.- 4 p.m. Children ages 6 to 10 build their confidence by reading out loud to trained therapy dogs. Parents are required to fill out a permission slip and may accompany their children. Dogs are accompanied by certified trainers. Paws to Read is normally held on the first Saturday of each month, excluding holidays. No registration is required. Grissom Library, 366 DeShazor Dr. (NN) 369-3190. Pirates 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. In conjunction with the event Celebrate Kids, the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Museum and Lightship PORTSMOUTH are offering a day of Pirate fun! Free admission. Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Museum and Lightship Portsmouth Museum, High Street (P) 393-8591 www. portsmouthnavalshipyardmuseum.com

May 5 Party for the Planet 11a.m. – 3 p.m. You are invited to a party, a party for planet Earth! This nation-wide celebration will help aquarium guests to discover ways to connect to the local environment and how we can all make a difference. Activity stations will include: live animal programs, building a toad abode and creating a conservation catcher. Virginia Aquarium, 717 General Booth Blvd. (VB) 385-0278 or programs@VirginiaAquarium.com

May 6 Babygarten 10 a.m. and continues Mondays until April 22. For ages birth to 2½ with parent or caregiver. Grissom Library, 366 DeShazor Dr. (NN) 369-3190

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May 8 Mahjong at the Library 2 p.m.- 4 p.m. Think Gin Rummy using tiles. Learn the rules of this traditional Chinese game and actually play some Mahjong. Call to register. Age 12-18. Kempsville Area Library, 832 Kempsville Rd. (VB) 385-2627

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May 9 Marvelous Mommies 2 p.m.- 3:15 p.m. Mothersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Day is just around the corner! Learn about some exceptional mommies of the animal kingdom and make a Motherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day craft. Virginia Aquarium, 717 General Booth Blvd. (VB) 385-0278 or programs@ VirginiaAquarium.com Make-it, Take-it Motherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day Craft 4:305:30 p.m., Children ages 6- 11 can make a craft for mom. Registration is required beginning April 29 at http://tinyurl.com/ czxorff or call 591-4858, Main Street Library, Main Street, (NN) 591-4858

May 10 Motherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day Craft 3:30 p.m. Make mom a craft to show how much you love her! Larchmont Branch Library, 6525 Hampton Blvd. (NN) 441-5335

May 11 Second Saturday Family Day 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. Enjoy a fun history lesson. Hampton History Museum, 120 Old Hampton Lane (H) www.HamptonHistoryMuseum.org Sky Observing and Laser Light Shows sunset. Take a tour of the current night sky with Virginia Skies at 7:30 p.m., followed by three laser shows: Laser Pop (family) at 8:30 p.m. All shows $6. The Wild Side Café is open 6 to 9 p.m. The Virginia Living Museum, J. Clyde Morris Blvd. (NN) 599-1900 or www.thevlm.org CHKD Birth and Beyond Family Expo 2013 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Largest Family Expo of this kind in Hampton Roads. A day of fun, education, entertainment, shopping and fabulous giveaways for the entire family. The Founders Inn, 5641 Indian River Road, Register at www.chkd.org/classes Jamestown Day 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Mark the 406th anniversary of the founding of America’s first permanent English settlement at a jointly sponsored event at Jamestown Settlement & Historic Jamestowne with family-friendly tours and activities, military and maritime demonstrations, and traditional music, storytelling and entertainment. “Jamestown Day” features Historic Jamestowne’s ongoing archaeological discoveries at the 1607 fort and a recreated ship sailing on the James River. State Route 31 in James City County, adjacent to Historic Jamestowne. For information, call (888) 593-4682 tollfree or (757) 253-4838, or visit www. historyisfun.org.

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May 13 Teen Advisory Committee at Grissom Library 7 p.m.-8 p.m. Teens ages 12-18 who want to be more involved in the Library and the services it provides to teens. Teens who need community service hours are encouraged to join. Grissom Library, 366 De Shazor Dr. (NN). Registration at http://tinyurl.com/ btbsc4g.

May 14 TAG Meetings 5:45 p.m. - 6:45 p.m Teens make a difference! Learn new things, make new friends, give back to the community and earn volunteer hours. Age 12-17. Kempsville Area Library, 832 Kempsville Rd. (VB) 385-2621

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May 16 Infant Massage 5:30-6:30 p.m. Expecting and new parents will learn simple infant massage techniques designed for infants from birth to 6 months. Gain hands-on experience and learn how infant massage promotes better sleep and may strengthen the immune system. Pediatric Associates of Williamsburg, 119 Bulifants Blvd. (W) Register www.chkd.org/classes Mother/Daughter Book Club 5:30 p.m.6:30 p.m. This is an exciting book club for mothers/caregivers and their daughters ages 8-12. Meet the third Thursday of each month to discuss the book, crafts and activities will be provided. Call to register. Princess Anne Area Library, 1444 Nimmo Pkwy. (VB) 385-2610

May 17 Gaming! 5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. You guessed it! An hour of fun and fun and fun for tweens and teens Age 10-up Princess Anne Area Library, 1444 Nimmo Pkwy. (VB) 385-2610

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Movie Days 4 p.m.- 6 p.m. Phew, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s HOT outside! Get cool with a movie and snacks! (School Age). Barron F. Black Branch Library, 6700 East Tanners Creek Dr. (N) 441-5806

May 23 Breastfeeding Advice 5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Please join us for this free introductory class designed to help expectant mothers get off to a good start breastfeeding. Several topics are discussed including proper positioning, latch-on tips, common challenges, as well as returning to work and maternal medications. Pediatric Associates of Williamsburg, 119 Bulifants Blvd. (W) 564-7337 press 5 then 3 or www.chkd.org/classes. Life in a Log 2 p.m.-3:15 p.m. Look for beetles, worms, salamanders, and much more as we investigate this dark, damp and seldom explored habitat. Virginia Aquarium, 717 General Booth Blvd. (VB) 385-0278 or programs@ VirginiaAquarium.com

DVD by Dr. Harvey Karp and a soothing sounds CD. Space is limited. Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital of The Kingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Daughters, 6th floor conference room 601 Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lane, (N) Register www.chkd.org/classes.

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Story time 10 a.m. Hear a story and see an animal. Recommended for ages 2 and above. Included in museum admission. The Virginia Living Museum, J. Clyde Morris Blvd. (NN) 599-1900 or www.thevlm.org

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Marine Science Day 10 a.m.- 3 p.m. VIMSâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; annual open house allows families to meet marine scientists, participate in educational activities, seine on the York River. Virginia Institute of Marine Science, 1208 Greate Rd., Gloucester Pt www.vims. edu/msd

Chess in the Library 2 p .m.- 4 p.m. Studies show that kids who play chess perform better in school and raise their test scores. The Hampton Roads Chess Club will teach chess basics as well as more advanced techniques. All levels are welcome! (School Age) Mary D. Pretlow Anchor Branch Library, 111 W. Ocean View Ave. (N) 441-1750

Happiest Baby on The Block 10 a.m.-12 p.m. This two-hour class for expectant and new parents will help mom and dad navigate the first months of babyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life. Learn how to soothe even the fussiest infant in minutes and help babies sleep longer. Parents will learn about the calming reflex, the cuddle cure and the â&#x20AC;&#x153;5 Ss.â&#x20AC;? All participants will receive â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Happiest Baby on the Blockâ&#x20AC;?

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May 20 May Flowers 5:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. May is a colorful month with all of the spring blossoms. Come in and create your own variety of spring blossoms to enjoy and share. Registration required. Age 5-up. Princess Anne Area Library, 1444 Nimmo

SUNWISE Day at the Virginia Aquarium 11 a.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 3 p.m. Take the SUNWISE challenge to find out how the Virginia Aquarium resident animals protect themselves from the sunâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s harmful rays. The Virginia Living Museum, J. Clyde Morris Blvd. (NN) 599-1900 or www. thevlm.org

May 25 Bodies Revealed 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. and continues until Sept. 2. This striking exhibition showcases real human bodies, dissected and preserved through a revolutionary process allowing visitors to see themselves in a fascinating way, like never before. Made possible through the process of polymer preservation, the exhibition presents material that was previously only available to the medical profession: a three-dimensional tour of the human body. Authentic human specimens illustrate the damage caused to organs by numerous health issues. The Virginia Living Museum, J. Clyde Morris Blvd. (NN) 599-1900 or www.thevlm.org

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Kindermusik Class and Storytime 11 a.m.- 11:45 a.m. Children ages 2-5 with caregiver can enjoy musical instruments, storytime and other educational activities to foster a love for music. Grissom Library, 366 DeShazor Dr. (NN) 369-3190

May 26 Big Bands On The Bay 7 p.m.- 9 p.m. Welcome the stars every Sunday night until Sept. 1. Guests are invited down to the Gazebo at Ocean View Beach Park for live Big Band music and dancing. Ocean View Beach Park, Ocean View Avenue (N) 4411234 or www.festevents.org

May 27 Memorial Day Memorial Day Ceremony 11 a.m.- noon. Join the 29th Infantry Division, Virginia National Guard, D-Day Survivors to remember those who served with a service and wreath laying ceremony. Event is free and open to the public. All ages welcome. 111th Field Artillery Battalion, 29th Infantry Division Monument, South End, Forest Lawn (N) 441-2654 or cemeteries@norfolk.gov

May 28 Toddler Time 10:30 a.m. Is your child too old for Babygarten but not quite ready for Preschool Storytime? Then this is the program for you! Toddler Time combines three elements toddlers love: stories, playing and singing! Registration is not required. Larchmont Branch Library, 6525 Hampton Blvd. (N) 441-5335

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Positive Discipline 10 a.m.-12 p.m.Learn discipline techniques that work without yelling, arguing or spanking. CHKD Health and Surgery Center at Princess Anne, 1st floor conference room, 2021 Concert Dr. (VB) Register www.chkd.org/classes

May 31 Lego Club 3:30 p.m. Bring your friends for a real Lego party! All creations will be put on display. (Family) Larchmont Branch Library, 6525 Hampton Blvd. (N) 441-5335

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