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Daniel Goodwinn Tea With Irene, Hampton Arts League, Hampton, Virginia

Daniel Goodwinn Tea With Irene, Hampton Arts League, Hampton, Virginia

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Hampton Arts League Open Members Exhibition, Hampton, VA

A display of artwork from Hampton Arts League members!

by Jennifer Mark | January 27, 2012

Each year the Hampton Arts League hosts an open exhibition for its more than 250 members.  This one of a kind art show from local area artists encompasses work in all forms of media, including drawings, paintings, printmaking, photography, crafts, sculpture, and watercolors. Starting on January 28th 2012 and running through February 26th, this varied exhibition of artwork from the community will be on display at the Charles H. Taylor Arts Center in Hampton, …


Virginia War Museum

Virginia War Museum

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African-American History Month Film Fest, Virginia War Museum, Newport News, VA

Beat the winter blues at the African-American History Month film fest!

by Jennifer Mark | January 23, 2012

Although we haven’t had too many days this year in southern Virginia where the temperatures have slipped below freezing, these relatively colder winter months are a great time for catching a good flick.  Each year during the month of February, as part of African-American history month, the Virginia War Museum in Newport News, Virginia hosts a film fest that includes movies with African-American themes. A different film will be shown each Saturday afternoon …


Nancy Thomas Gallery, Yorktown, Virginia

Nancy Thomas Gallery, Yorktown, Virginia

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Nancy Thomas Galley, Yorktown, VA

Take home some original American folk art from Nancy Thomas!

by Jennifer Mark | January 20, 2012

Any visit to historic Yorktown would not be complete without a stop at the Nancy Thomas Gallery. A Nationally known contemporary folk artist, Nancy Thomas has lived and painted in Yorktown for the last 30 years.  Her fun and colorful art has appeared in films, on Broadway and television, in magazines and decorator books, and graces the walls of museums and many collectors’ homes.  Nancy has even been invited to the White House on two …


Breakfast at Lady Neptune Bed and Breakfast Inn, Hampton, Virginia

Breakfast at Lady Neptune Bed and Breakfast Inn, Hampton, Virginia

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Lady Neptune Bed and Breakfast Inn, Hampton, VA

Celebrate your love with a stay at the Lady Neptune Bed and Breakfast Inn!

by Jennifer Mark | January 16, 2012

Getting away from it all with your spouse or partner is one of the best ways to refresh your relationship and reconnect with each other over Valentine’s Day.  Located in the Buckroe Beach area of Hampton, Virginia, the Lady Neptune Bed and Breakfast Inn is the perfect venue for just such a renewal.   This charming Bed and Breakfast, with the Chesapeake Bay on one side, and preserved wetlands on the other, has three …


Frozen yogurt at Love in a Cup, Hampton, Virginia

Frozen yogurt at Love in a Cup, Hampton, Virginia

Photo by Jennifer Mark

Love in a Cup Frozen Yogurt Bar, Hampton, VA

Experience the sweet sensation of Love in a Cup!

by Jennifer Mark | January 13, 2012

The name says it all—this frozen yogurt bar will be sure to satisfy anyone’s sweet tooth.  As you walk into Love in a Cup, you will immediately catch sight of the back wall lined with yogurt dispensers filled with a variety of luscious flavors like double chocolate, cookies and cream, and mango-pomegranate!  Before you begin your adventure at Love in a Cup, you will need to choose the most appropriately sized empty container. …


Tommy's Restaurant, Hampton, Virginia

Tommy's Restaurant, Hampton, Virginia

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Tommy’s Restaurant, Hampton, VA

Start your day off right with a hearty breakfast at Tommy’s!

by Jennifer Mark | January 09, 2012

Packed full of character and customers, Tommy’s Restaurant in Hampton, Virginia is a favorite among locals for breakfast and lunch.  With checkered window coverings and antique memorabilia on the walls, this restaurant has the look and feel of a country store.  And the quick and efficient service, low prices, and down home comfort food are what continue to make this restaurant popular year after year.  Tommy’s Restaurant is almost always crowded, and many times on …


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