Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of March.
Good morning, Norfolk.
💼 Business
NSU dining workers submitted a petition on Thursday to unionize for better pay, training, and respect at their campus dining hall.
Supported by UNITE HERE local 23 with a supermajority backing, the workers also shared the petition with the NSU president’s office and now await Thompson Hospitality’s response.
🎭 Culture
What Remains: An Immersive Audio Journey will run Thursdays through Saturdays until April 4 at The Hermitage Museum & Gardens on North Shore Road.
The immersive production marks a 10-year collaboration with ROŪGE: Theater Reinvented and uses live narration and guided tours to retell Florence Sloane's legacy.
🎓 Education
NSU received nearly $1M from the National Science Foundation for advanced quantum materials research that will train students in lab work and equipment upgrades, led by Dr. Sunil K.
Karna (assistant professor of physics and materials science). The project explores unusual magnetic behaviors for future technology.
Norfolk State University honored 90 individuals who shaped its growth and spirit on Thursday, Mar.
26, including WHRO’s Lisa Godley (a six-time Emmy winner) known for her role in local storytelling.
March is National Craft Month offering crafter projects for kids inspired by PBS Kids shows such as Wild Kratts and Sesame Street.
Norfolk families can try building bird feeders and painting watercolor butterflies to spark creativity this spring.
🌲 Environment
Beachgoers at Virginia Beach saw massive ships appear to float over calm waters last week—a natural Fata Morgana mirage caused by a temperature inversion with cold ocean water and a warm front.
The phenomenon is common in early spring.
A young harp seal found on Virginia Beach near Lesner Bridge last week is now receiving care at the Marine Mammal Stranding Center and is expected to return to the wild once healthy.
Officials advise the public to keep a safe distance from stranded animals.
🎉 Norfolk Events
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David Spade Live
8-11 p.m. — Chrysler Hall — Tickets from $55 — Catch the comedic genius of David Spade in an entertaining night of laughs.
Dog Man: The Musical
7-10 p.m. — Sandler Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — A hilarious and heartwarming adventure based on the bestselling series by Dav Pilkey.
Adirondack Thunder vs. Norfolk Admirals
7:05-8:05 p.m. — Norfolk Scope Arena — Check for ticket prices — Witness an exciting match between the Thunder and Admirals on the ice.
Nicholas Cole Concert
8-11 p.m. — Attucks Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful blend of jazz, gospel, and R&B with keyboardist Nicholas Cole.
Black Label Society Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — The NorVa — Tickets available — Experience the high-energy performance of Zakk Wylde and Black Label Society as they deliver heavy riffs and powerful rock anthems.
Dexta Daps Concert
8-11 p.m. — The NorVa — Tickets from $133 — Experience a vibrant night of live music with Dexta Daps in Norfolk.
Don't Struggle In Silence 5k
8:30 AM – 12:00 PM — Benchtop Brewing Company — Registration required — Participate in a meaningful 5K event to raise awareness and support community health.
Mountain Grass Unit Live Performance
6:00 – 8:30 PM — The Annex — Tickets available — Enjoy an evening of bluegrass music with the talented Mountain Grass Unit.
Kishi Bashi Concert
4-11 p.m. — The Annex — Ticket prices vary — Experience the musical talent of Emmy-nominated multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Ishibashi in a vibrant local venue.
Virginia Arts Festival - Norfolk
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Norfolk Scope Arena — Tickets required — Celebrate the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution with a spectacular blend of history and entertainment.
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