First Weekend Events of the School Season

Portsmouth: Then and Now
Sep 08, 2012 - 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Museum
Learn how Portsmouth has changed over time through puzzles, crafts, games and the real stories from citizens past. Free admission. 757-393-8591

Spectrum Puppets 30th Anniversary Celebration
Sep 08, 2012 - 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science
Join us in celebrating Spectrum Puppets while benefitting Children's Performance Workshops in it's fight against child abuse. Bring the Kids on September 8th for a Magical Night with endless entertainment for all ages. Includes food, soft drinks, a custom cake designed especially for Spectrum Puppets and performances by Spectrum Puppets, Norman Foote and Airotique Aerial Performance Co. Cash Bar available.
$ 35.00 adults, $ 15.00 children

Children's Theatre of Hampton Roads "Grandparents Day Extravaganza"!
Sep 09, 2012 - 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Meyera E Oberndorf Central Library
CTHR presents our Grandparents Day Extravaganza!
Before our acclaimed improvisational troupe performs "Bucket of Monkeys: Back to School" at 3pm, we're inviting you to join us for crafts, activities, guest artists, a raffle and more! In honor of Grandparents Day, every grandparent will receive free admission.

Back to School Park Playdate with MOMS Club Virginia Beach SE
Sep 11, 2012 - 9:00 am - 10:30 am
Redwing Park
Please join MOMS Club Virginia Beach SE for our Annual Back to School Park Playdate at Redwing Park. We will be at the large playground at the back of the park. There is plenty of parking available along with bathroom facilities. All ages are welcome. Our members will be available to answer any questions you might have about our group.

Little Wing Classes at School of Rock
Sep 11, 2012 - 10:30 am to Nov 13, 2012 - 2:15 pm
School of Rock
Fall 2012 session dates: September 11 - November 13 ($150 for 10 weeks)
** Early Bird Special: Sign up by Saturday Sept 8th and save $50!! $100 for 10 weeks!!
2 programs:
· Little Wing 2's and 3's: Musical experiences are shared with a parent, relative, or special caregiver (for ages 2-3). Tuesday 10:30-11:15am.
· Little Wing 4's and 5's: Parents may stay and watch their little rockers explore music with their peers (for ages 4-5). Tuesday 1:30-2:15pm.

Create Fun Animal Visors with Spectrum Puppets at Patrick Henry Mall’s Free September ‘Just Mom & Me’
Sep 13, 2012 - 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Patrick Henry Mall
Area families with children ages 2 to 8 are invited to join Spectrum Puppets and their animal marionette friends for crafts during Patrick Henry Mall’s free Just Mom & Me on Thursday, September 13 at 11 a.m. in Center Court. We will decorate visors and transform into the animal of our choosing – from monkeys to leopards – and we will practice our wild animal noises!

Model Train Show and Sale
Sep 15, 2012 - 10:00 am to Sep 16, 2012 - 4:00 pm
Virginia Beach Convention Center
+ Model Railroad Equipment, Supplies, Tools, Videos, Books, Memorabilia, and Train Sets on sale
+ Operating Layouts
+ Food and Beverages on sale
+ Hourly Door Prizes
+ Toys for Tots