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February 2010
Chocolate Lovers/SmARTs Evening (Smithfield Monthly Arts Stroll)
Friday, February 12, 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. in Historic Downtown Smithfield
Taking place during SmARTs (Smithfield Monthly Arts Stroll), visitors can stroll the shops of downtown Smithfield and sample all the entries for free then vote for their favorites ($1 a vote – donations go directly to the local Relay for Life event) to receive the People’s Choice Award. Professional judges will also be offering cash prizes to the winners in various categories. A great Valentine date!
Enter your own Chocolate Creations!
For further information or to enter your own recipe contact Terry Thompson at (757) 357-2214.
Isle of Wight Arts League presents: "Painting Ladies"
January 15 through February 28
Current Show at the Arts Center @ 319, 319 Main Street in Historic Downtown Smithfield
An exhibit of works by women, living and painting in the cities of Chesapeake, Suffolk and Portsmouth, who support and encourage one another in their development as artists. Most are members of the Elizabeth River Artists. Works by: Cara Brinkley, Louise Buxton, Virginia Baker, Nancy Midgette, Joan Dinger, Jean Ward Jordan, Maxine Wilson & Wilma Bach Stallings.
For further information and dates call (757) 357-7707.
Smithfield Music presents Bonnie Bishop in concert
February 6 at 7:30 p.m. at the Smithfield Little Theatre
Bonnie's most recent album "Virginia" topped the Americana Charts nationwide and she is bringing her act back to Smithfield. The opening act will be the Carrollton Elementary School Ensemble, who will be using some of the instruments purchased with money given by Smithfield Music concert audiences.
Tickets: $20 per person
For further information or to purchase tickets call (757) 357-7707.
Sunday, February 14 at Christ Episcopal Church,
111 S. Church Street, Smithfield
Botetourt Singers from The College of William and Mary on this valentine evening. Tickets: $20-adults, $10-students. Season tickets available.
For further information call (757) 375-9140.
"Caught in the Net" at Smithfield Little Theatre
February 18-21, 25-28 & March 4-7 at 8:00 p.m. and Sunday matinees
Directed by April Jones.
Box Office: (757) 357-7338.
Firehouse Bluegrass Benefit Concert
February 19 at 7:30 p.m. at Fire Station 10, 15020 Carrollton Blvd. (Route 17) in Carrollton
This monthly event benefits the volunteer fire/rescue service of Carrollton for purchases of needed medical supplies and firefighting/vehicle rescue equipment.
Admission is by donation. Please bring non-perishable food items for the needy and also your own chair.
For further information call (757) 613-6183.
Curatorial Talk: "Family Treasures" at the Isle of Wight County Museum
Museum Curator Tracey Neikirk will host a talk on the preparation, protection and preservation of many types of family documents and memorabilia. The proper care, handling and storage of family treasures will ensure that they will be available for many generations to come.
The event is free, and reservations are not required.
For further information call (757) 356-1223.
"Save Your History Day" at the Isle of Wight County Museum
February 27 from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Those with memories of Isle of Wight County are encouraged to bring photos and ephemera to the Isle of Wight County Museum. The museum will scan images for addition to the collection. Those bringing their memories to the museum will be able to return home with them. The following items are of interest to the museum: postcards, letters, pamphlets, tickets, photos of people working, relaxing or celebrating, photos of buildings, farms and livestock, memorabilia of special events.
Appointments are not necessary. No fee.
For further information call (757) 356-1223.
March 2010
"Colonial Horses" Lecture at the Isle of Wight County Museum by Steve Edwards on March 7
SmARTS! (Smithfield Monthly Arts Stroll)
The second Friday of each month, 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.
in Historic Downtown Smithfield
Stroll through participating SmARTs Historic District shops to view stunning art, listen to captivating music, enjoy light bites and beverages on the second Friday of every month from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. SmARTS is free and open to all of the arts loving public.
Visual or performing artists or authors...if you would like to participate in SmARTs (no fee to participate)
Download Artist Application or contact Terry Thompson at (757) 357-2214.
2010 SmARTs Dates:
March 12, April 9, May 14, June 11, July 9, August 13, September 10, October 8, November 12, December 10
"Colonial Horses" Lecture at the Isle of Wight County Museum
Sunday, March 7 at 2:00 p.m.
Steve Edwards, a founding member of the Isle of Wight County Museum and owner of Mill Swamp Indian Horses LLC, a family-owned operation where Indian Horses and Corolla Spanish mustangs are raised and trained naturally, discusses the role of horses in the southeast during the colonial period.
For further information call (757) 357-0115.
Tell Me A Story: "Life in Colonial Times" at the Isle of Wight County Museum
Tuesday, March 9, from 10:30 until 11:00 a.m.
This program, geared for children ages 3 to 5, introduces youngsters to the symbols of Isle of Wight and features books, songs and games. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
For further information call (757) 356-1223.
American Girl "Kit Kittredge" Program at Boykin's Tavern
Saturday, March 13 from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Discover the hard times of the early years of the Great Depression through crafts and hands-on activities.
$5 per child. Registration required. Geared to 1st-5th graders. Registration opens Jan. 25.
For further information call (757) 356-1223.
Smithfield Sprint 2010 hosted by the Luter Family YMCA
Saturday, March 27 at 10:00 a.m.
This is Event #1 of the Virginia Triathlon Series. A short pool swim, followed by a fast bike and run courses will make this race a great one for novices to check out the sport. You'll feel safe on the rural bike course and will have a semi-urban run to keep you interested during the 5K final let. Stick around for the post race BBQ all-you-can-eat! The race will benefit the Luter Family YMCA.
For further information visit Setupevents.com.
April 2010
Historic Fort Huger by Brett England. Participate in "Park Day in Isle of Wight County" - April 10
Registration opens for “Porkalicious” Ham Camp
at the Isle of Wight County Museum (July 19 - 22)
Thursday, April 1
To register or for further information call (757) 357-0115.
Park Day in Isle of Wight County
Saturday, April 10 from 9:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Civil War Preservation Trust. Park Day is an annual hands-on preservation event created by Civil War Preservation Trust to assist local groups with the maintenance of Civil War sites. With 48,000 members, CWPT is the largest non-profit battlefield preservation organization in the United States whose goal is to preserve our nation’s endangered Civil War sites and to promote appreciation of these hallowed grounds through education and heritage tourism. In exchange for their hard work, volunteers receive t-shirts and have an opportunity to hear a local historian describe the significance of the site.
For information call (757) 357-0115.
Crops of the County
Saturday & Sunday, April 10 & 11
Start your spring garden at the Isle of Wight County Museum.
For further information call (757) 356-1223.
Tell Me A Story: "Sidney Lanier & National Poetry Month "
at the Isle of Wight County Museum
Tuesday, April 13, from 10:30 until 11:00 a.m.
This program, geared for children ages 3 to 5, introduces youngsters to the symbols of Isle of Wight and features books, songs and games. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
For further information call (757) 356-1223.
Sunday, April 18 at Christ Episcopal Church,
111 S. Church Street, Smithfield
A "Gallery of Musical Canvases" will be produced and performed by pianist, Lee Jordan-Anders.
Tickets: $20-adults, $10-students. Season tickets available.
For further information call (757) 357-2826 or 675-5777.
Lecture: "The 9th & 61st Virginia Infantry" at the Isle of Wight County Museum
Sunday, April 18 at 2:00 p.m.
Benjamin Trask, author of The 9th Virginia Infantry & The 61st Virginia Infantry, discusses the Civil War in Isle of Wight County.
For further information call (757) 356-1223.
May 2010
Walking tour Historic Fort Huger - April 10 (Photo by Brett England)
Living History Event (date to be announced)
Mahone’s Brigade will portray a Confederate unit while the Isle of Wight Soldier’s Aide Society will portray the civilian side of 1862. The weekend will feature drills, demonstrations, encampments and camp life. Admission for the event is free. Camps will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday.
For further information call (757) 357-0115.
Tea with Mrs. Boykin at Boykin's Tavern Museum
Sunday, May 2 at 2:30 p.m.
Over tea, Mrs. Boykin shares her impressions of Virginia post-American Revolution and stories as the wife of an important colonial businessman at this important structure in Isle of Wight County.
$10 per person. Reservations required.
For further information call (757) 357-0115.
Herb Tour of Historic Fort Boykin Park
Saturday, May 8 at 11:00 a.m.
Enjoy a walking tour of Fort Boykin and learn about native edibles. A small snack concludes the tour.
$5 per person. Reservations required.
For further information call (757) 357-0115.
Spring 2010 Homearama at Founder's Pointe
Saturday, May 8 through Sunday, May 23, 2010
Make yourself at home on the beautiful James River at Founder’s Pointe in Isle of Wight County, the site of Homearama 2010. Sponsored by Tidewater Builders Association, this annual event will showcase 8+ custom homes fully furnished and landscaped demonstrating the latest in home construction, design, furnishings and technological innovations.
"Barefoot in the Park" at Smithfield Little Theatre
May 6-9, 13-16, 20-23 at 8:00 p.m. and Sunday matinees
Directed by Dan Steiger.
Box Office: (757) 357-7338.
Tell Me A Story: "Flowers & Plants" at the Isle of Wight County Museum
Tuesday, May 11, from 10:30 until 11:00 a.m.
This program, geared for children ages 3 to 5, introduces youngsters to the symbols of Isle of Wight and features books, songs and games. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
For further information call (757) 356-1223.
Walking Tour of Historic Fort Huger
Saturday, May 15 at 2:00 p.m.
Visit this Civil War fort and learn the significance of this gateway to the Confederate capital. Free.
For further information call (757) 357-0115.
June 2010
Smithfield Olden Days - June 25 & 26
Tell Me A Story: "Flag Day " at the Isle of Wight County Museum
Tuesday, June 8, from 10:30 until 11:00 a.m.
This program, geared for children ages 3 to 5, introduces youngsters to the symbols of Isle of Wight and features books, songs and games. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
For further information call (757) 356-1223.
Curatorial Talk: "The Blackwater River" at the Isle of Wight County Museum
Isle of Wight County Museum Curator Tracey Neikirk discusses this important transportation route as well as the role this waterway played during the Civil War.
The event is free, and reservations are not required.
For further information call (757) 356-1223.
Friday & Saturday, June 25 & 26
Begun in the 1980's, Olden Days has been one of the most popular community events to take place annually in Smithfield. Our Olden Days Raft Race was voted by the readers of Chesapeake Bay Magazine
as 2009's "Best Annual Waterfront Event!"
Skirmish at Mackie's Mill
Friday & Saturday, June 25 & 26
The Revolutionary War comes to life during Olden Days at Windsor Castle Park. Re-enactors and living historians will demonstrate military techniques used on and off the field during the fight for American independence. Members of HM Sloop OTTER Inc. will portray the Isle of Wight County Militia to recreate the Revolutionary War through encampments, battlefield re-enactments, lectures, drill demonstrations, church services and a fashion show. Visitors can learn about the life and times of the common soldier and sailor of the time period.
For further information call (757) 357-0115.
July 2010
“Porkalicious” Ham Camp at the Isle of Wight County Museum - July 19-22...Registration opens April 1
4th of July Fireworks Display in Downtown Smithfield
July 3 (Location and time to be announced)
Tell Me A Story: "Summer Fun with Fossils" at the Isle of Wight County Museum
Tuesday, July 13, from 10:30 until 11:00 a.m.
This program, geared for children ages 3 to 5, introduces youngsters to the symbols of Isle of Wight and features books, songs and games. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
For further information call (757) 356-1223.
“Porkalicious” Ham Camp: The History of Ham in Isle of Wight County
at the Isle of Wight County Museum
Monday - Thursday, July 19-22
Our popular summer camp for rising 4th, 5th & 6th graders returns! From the first domestication of pigs in China to the razorbacks of Isle of Wight County, learn the fascinating history of ham and understand how it put Smithfield on the world map. Students will enhance their writing skills and map skills and create their own marketing “porkfolio,” which will be exhibited in the museum. A field trip to a smokehouse is included. $100 per child includes supplies.
Pre-payment is required. Registration opens April 1.
For further information call (757) 357-0115.
August 2010
Tell Me A Story: "Rivers as Roads" at the Isle of Wight County Museum on August 10
Sunday, August 1 at Christ Episcopal Church,
111 S. Church Street, Smithfield
Our yearly concert of “Terrific Teen Talent” will return.
Tickets: $20-adults, $10-students. Season tickets available.
For further information call (757) 357-2826 or 675-5777.
"A Day in the Life of Boykin's Tavern" Camp
Monday - Thursday, August 2 - 5 from 9:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.
Camp for rising 4th, 5th and 6th graders. If buildings could talk, what would this one say? With crafts, games & hands-on activities, our week-long adventure is a journey through time with Boykin’s Tavern and its role in the Revolutionary War, Civil War & War of 1812.
$100 per child includes supplies.
Pre-payment is required. Registration opens April 1.
For further information call (757) 357-0115.
Tell Me A Story: "Rivers as Roads" at the Isle of Wight County Museum
Tuesday, August 10, from 10:30 until 11:00 a.m.
This program, geared for children ages 3 to 5, introduces youngsters to the symbols of Isle of Wight and features books, songs and games. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
For further information call (757) 356-1223.
September 2010
American Girl "Felicity Merriman" Program at Boykin's Tavern on September 11
Olde Towne Curb Market Specialty Markets
(Date to be announced)
Tell Me A Story: "Cotton" at the Isle of Wight County Museum
Tuesday, September 7, from 10:30 until 11:00 a.m.
This program, geared for children ages 3 to 5, introduces youngsters to the symbols of Isle of Wight and features books, songs and games. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
For further information call (757) 356-1223.
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American Girl "Felicity Merriman" Program at Boykin's Tavern
Saturday, September 11 from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Learn the story of this horse-loving colonial girl who is caught between Patriot and Loyalist friends and family at the onset of the American Revolution through crafts and hands-on activities. $5 per child. Registration required. Geared to 1st-5th graders.
Registration opens July 30.
For further information call (757) 356-1223.
October 2010
Halloween in Downtown Smithfield on Sunday, October 31
5th Annual Smithfield Music's Aiken & Friends Fest
Save the Date! Saturday, October 2, 2010!
Olde Towne Curb Market "Fall" Specialty Market
(Date to be announced)
Tell Me A Story: "Archaeology" at the Isle of Wight County Museum
Tuesday, October 12, from 10:30 until 11:00 a.m.
This program, geared for children ages 3 to 5, introduces youngsters to the symbols of Isle of Wight and features books, songs and games. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
For further information call (757) 356-1223.
Curatorial Talk: "The First Residents of Isle of Wight County "
at the Isle of Wight County Museum
Sunday, October 17 at 2:00 p.m.
Recent archaeological digs in Virginia provide compelling evidence that humans inhabited Virginia at least 18,000 years ago. Long before the first English settlers arrive in Jamestown and Isle of Wight. Isle of Wight County Museum Curator Tracey Neikirk discusses these first residents.
For further information call (757) 356-1223.
Ghostwalk at Heritage Park in Windsor
Saturday & Sunday, October 23 & 24, from 7:00 until 10:00 p.m.
A creepy walking tour provides encounters with a headless horseman, Civil War soldiers and other creatures of the night. $5 per person.
For further information call (757) 357-0115.
Halloween in Downtown Smithfield
Sunday, October 31
Stroll the safe and charming streets of downtown Smithfield for halloween treats at the merchants, a costume contest and a pumpkin carving contest.
For further information call (757) 357-5182.
"No Tricks. Only Treats." at the Isle of Wight County Museum
Sunday, October 31 from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Costumed youngsters are encouraged to visit for a Halloween surprise.
For further information call (757) 356-1223.
November 2010
Olde Towne Curb Market "Thanksgiving" Specialty Market (date tba)
Olde Towne Curb Market "Thanksgiving" Specialty Market
(Date to be announced)
Tell Me A Story: "Native Americans & the Warraskoyak of Isle of Wight County"
at the Isle of Wight County Museum
Tuesday, November 9, from 10:30 until 11:00 a.m.
This program, geared for children ages 3 to 5, introduces youngsters to the symbols of Isle of Wight and features books, songs and games. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
For further information call (757) 356-1223.
Annual Volunteer Appreciation Dinner at the Isle of Wight County Museum
Sunday, November 14 at 5:00 p.m.
For further information call (757) 356-1223.
December 2010
Downtown Smithfield Christmas Parade - Saturday, December 11
Olde Towne Curb Market "Holiday" Specialty Market
(Date to be announced)
"Holidays at the Tavern"
December 1 through 24 at Boykin's Tavern Museum
Greenery and period decorations brighten the holiday -mid-19th-century-style.
For further information call (757) 357-0115.
Downtown Smithfield Christmas Parade
Saturday, December 11 at 11:00 a.m.
Christmas in the Field at Heritage Park in Windsor
Saturday & Sunday, December 11 & 12, from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.
Civil War re-enactment, living history programs, scenarios with troops in camp, battles each day, 19th-century vendors. $5 per person.
For further information call (757) 357-0115.
"Spice Bags" Program at the Isle of Wight County Museum
Saturday & Sunday, December 11 & 12 from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.
Create your own spice bag for the cold months ahead. In 18th century, the wealthier classes carried small bags of spices, dried herbs and flowers. A great project for families!
For further information call (757) 356-1223.
Tell Me A Story: "Colonial Christmas" at the Isle of Wight County Museum
Tuesday, December 14, from 10:30 until 11:00 a.m.
This program, geared for children ages 3 to 5, introduces youngsters to the symbols of Isle of Wight and features books, songs and games. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
For further information call (757) 356-1223.
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