Ongoing Starting 4/5 SUFFOLK FARMERS' MARKET / NEW SUFFOLK CITY MARKET Location: Suffolk City Market and Country Store, 162 South Main Street Shoppers select locally-grown, fresh picked produce when the farmers' market opens in a new, year-round location at 162 South Main Street under the name of "Suffolk City Market and Country Store." It was the previous home of Epps' Farm Supply which served a steadfast customer bases for 55 years. The Suffolk City Market and Country Store is a culmination of the historic market that was a favorite of generations at the former Main Street City Hall and the more recent summer downtown market sponsored by the city Tourism office for the last several years. Under private management of Beale & Johnson Markets, LLC, the market will open Saturday, April 5, and operate Tuesday through Friday, 9am-5pm and on Saturday from 9am to 3pm. (757) 630-5091 Through 4/5/08 "VOYAGEUR" THE PHOTOGRAPHY OF JAMES BIELMANN Location:. The Red Thread Studio, 153 W. Washington Street For thirty years James Bielmann has been taking photographs around the world, hoping to share with others what he has observed through his lens. No one would argue that James has "the eye" and that this gift has allowed him to capture a lifetime of special moments form the many countries he has visited. During James Bielmann's show "Voyageur" (French Traveler) you will see his work, he so enjoys sharing with others. Open: Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday 10:30am-4:30pm; Saturday 10:30am-3:30pm. (757) 923-9832 Through 4/11/08 24TH ANNUAL JURIED PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBIT Location: Suffolk Museum, 118 Bosley Avenue The Suffolk Museum's 24th Annual Juried Photography Exhibit is the oldest and largest photography exhibit in Hampton Roads. Suffolk Museum is open Tuesday- Saturday 10am-5pm and Sunday 1pm-5pm. Free and open to the public. (757) 923-2371. 4/3/08 Celebrity Night [ADDITIONAL INFORMATION]99KB Location: Pisces Seafood restaurant, 115 North Main Street This event promises to be deliciously fun as your favorite local celebrities (including WAVY TV 10's Tom Schaad and "Elvis") serve some of the best food in town - all I the name of preventing child abuse. For 26 years the Prevent Child Abuse Hampton Roads organization has been raising awareness and funds for the fight against child abuse and a portion of Pisces' proceeds and all donations from the April 3rd event will go towards that fight. "It shouldn't hurt to be a child!" 6pm-10pm. (757) 923-9740. For additional information please visit us on the web www.ucantbeatkids.org 4/3/08 SCCA FILM SERIES: CITIZEN KANE Location: Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts, 110 W. Finney Avenue Remarkable, influential, and unforgettable drama tracing the rise of publishing mogul, Charles Foster Kane (Orson Welles) from humble beginnings to riches and accolades beyond belief. Based on the life of publishing tycoon William Randolph Hearst, CITIZEN CANE is considered one of the greatest movies of all time. Starring Orson Welles, Joseph Cotton & Agnes Moorhead. Directed by Orson Welles. Not rated. 7pm. $5 per person. (757) 923-0003. 4/5/08 CHRIS HILLMAN AND HERB PEDERSEN in Concert Location: Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts, 110 W. Finney Avenue Chris Hillman was a key figure in the development of folk-rock, through his work with The Byrds and the Flying Burrito Brothers. During the 60s, the Byrds ranked as one of the most influential pop groups, with hits like MR. TAMBOURINE MAN, TURN, TURN, TURN! and EIGHT MILES HIGH. He also formed the Desert Rose Band, a true countryrock band, with ten Top-10 hits. Hillman is joined by the talented Herb Penderson. Together they've worked with the likes of Emmy-Lou Harris, Stephen Stills, David Crosby, Linda Ronstadt, John Denver and Bob Dylan. Join Rock of Roll Hall of Famer, Chris Hillman, for an unforgettable evening. $35, $30. 8:00pm. (757) 923-0003. Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts 4/6/08 CHARLOTTE'S WEB by The Hurrah Players Location: Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts, 110 W. Finney Avenue This musical version of Charlotte's Web brings a new dimension to E.B. White's beloved story. Audiences will enjoy a musical score featuring all the story's unforgettable animals in a toe-tapping hoe-down of fun. Charlotte's Web is brought to you by the Hurrah Players, now in their 24th season of young theatre in Hampton Roads. A joyous musical celebrating a unique friendship - that's Charlotte's Web! $10 All Tickets. 3:00pm. (757) 923-0003. Underwritten by SUFFOLK EDUCATION FOUNDATION. Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts 4/11/08 SUZY BOGGUSS in Concert Location:Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts, 110 W. Finney Avenue Of the long list of Nashville women, only a few stand out for technically pristine voices, and Suzy Bogguss is near the top of the list! This girl from Aledo, Illinois started singing in church, and went on to win CMA and Grammy Awards. Her songs of new beginnings and self-reliance include I WANNA BE A COWBOY'S SWEETHEART, CROSS MY BROKEN HEART, SOMEDAY SOON, DRIVE SOUTH, and OUTBOUND PLANE. Audiences leave Suzy Bogguss' shows feeling she was singing just to them. $35,$30. 8:00pm. (757) 923-0003. Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts 4/12/08 ALICE THROUGH THE OPERA GLASS by the The Virginia Opera Location: Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts, 110 W. Finney Avenue Join Alice as she takes her first journey through the enchanted opera forest. Go back with Alice and meet all the zany opera characters that teach her about opera, singing, language, dancing and culture. Presented by the famed Virginia Opera, this comic opera includes entertaining music from such operatic masters as Puccini, Mozart, Rossini and characters such as Carmen, Hansel, Figaro and many, many others. Join Alice on this fun-filled musical romp and learn how to be your own opera star! $15 Adult, $6 Kids/Students. 11:00am. (757) 923-0003. Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts 4/12/08 - 4/13/08 HISTORY & HERITAGE WEEKEND [ADDITIONAL INFORMATION]107kb Location: Riddick's Folly House Museum, 510 N. Main Street This family oriented weekend will depict history through special museum exhibits, re-enactors, book signings, Cedar Hill Cemetery tours, lectures, story telling and narrated bus tours. Reserve your space today for a Suffolk Civil War Battlefield Tour or get more event information by calling (757) 934-1390. Riddick's Folly House Museum 4/18/08 VIRGINIA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA Location: Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts, 110 W. Finney Avenue JoAnn Falletta Plays Vivaldi: Ravel, Vivaldi, R. Strauss! 8:00pm. (757) 892-6366 or visit Virginia Symphony Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts 4/19/08 GORDON CHAMBERS, Singer/Songwriter in Concert Location: Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts, 110 W. Finney Avenue Award-winning songwriter and Grammy nominee Gordon Chambers' has penned songs for Aretha Franklin, Anita Baker - I APOLOGIZE, Whitney Houston & Bobby Brown - MY LOVE, Beyonce - AFTER ALL IS SAID AND DONE, Brownstone - IF YOU LOVE ME, and Marc Anthony. Chambers has been performing up a storm in New York City, where he recently released his debut album "Introducing Gordon Chambers" featuring special guests like Carl Thomas. Gordon's classic R&B style, with hints of jazz, is reminiscent of the joyful music of artists like Earth, Wind and Fire and Stevie Wonder, but with a fresh, cutting-edge feel. $35, $30. 8:00pm. (757) 923-0003. Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts 4/25/08 IF THESE WALLS COULD TALK, Historic Garden Tour [ADDITIONAL INFORMATION] 908kb Location: Downtown Suffolk's Historic Lakeside Neighborhood This year marks the 75th Anniversary of Historic Garden Week in Virginia - "America's Largest Open House," with over 250 homes and gardens open to the public. Suffolk's Historic Garden Day is Friday, April 25 ... tour the beautiful gardens and admire the floral arrangements and interior design exquisite homes in one of Suffolk's revitalized historic neighborhoods. Linden Avenue and South Broad Street. Tickets required. $18-20 per ticket. 10am-5pm. Presented by: The Nansemond River Garden Club. (757) 365-0639. 4/25 - 6/6/08 "BEYOND READING: BOOKS AS ART" Exhibit Location: Suffolk Museum, 118 Bosley Avenue Suffolk Museum is open Tuesday- Saturday 10am-5pm and Sunday 1pm-5pm. Free and open to the public. (757) 923-2371. 4/26/08 THE 2ND ANNUAL ART SHOW at Governor's Pointe Location: The Shoppes on the Village Green, Governor's Pointe Drive 2008 marks the second year for the Art Show at Governor's Pointe, a popular outdoor juried show that features a variety of artists and entertainment. Located in Northern Suffolk at Governor's Pointe, the Shoppes are situated adjacent to Smithfield Gardens and feature a variety of boutiques and services. Free and open to the public. 10am-4pm. Presented by: Katody's (757) 238-3810.