Arts and Entertainment

Matt Mathews Boujee On A Budget Tour

October 16 2025

7:00 p.m.
Harrison Opera House 160 West Virginia Beach Boulevard, Norfolk, VA 23510 SevenVenues info@sevenvenues.com 757-664-6464

In just a few years, Matt Mathews has skyrocketed online with his hilariously raw posts and viral stand-up clips, amassing over 11 million followers across Instagram and TikTok. His debut headlining tour, When That Thang Get Ta Thang’n, sold out 100 shows and moved 150,000 tickets nationwide.

Recently, Matt revealed a new side of himself with his debut country singles, “Joke’s on Me” and “What A War,” now streaming everywhere. Co-written with Trent Dabbs and produced by Stanton Edward (Jewel, Jessica Simpson), the tracks explore love, heartbreak, and vulnerability—showcasing Matt’s emotional depth and songwriting talent beyond comedy.

Adding to his growing list of achievements, Mathews’ comedy special When That Thang Get Ta’ Thangin is now available on YouTube and digital platforms. In it, he fearlessly tackles everything from life as a gay man in Alabama to farm life, relationships, and even taboo topics—further proving his range as a bold and authentic storyteller.

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The Black Jacket Symphony presents The Era of Yacht Rock

September 5 2025

7:00 p.m.
Harrison Opera House 160 West Virginia Beach Boulevard, Norfolk, VA 23510 SevenVenues info@sevenvenues.com 757-664-6464

Remember an era of smooth & sophisticated rock that served as the soundtrack to your coming of age? Relive that moment with a live concert experience unlike any other as The Black Jacket Symphony presents ‘The Era Of Yacht Rock’, featuring classic soft rock songs from iconic artists such as Kenny Loggins, Hall & Oates, Steely Dan, and many more, note- for-note, sound-for-sound.

For more than a decade, the Black Jacket Symphony has performed over 40 classic rock albums, bringing an incredible night of entertainment to over a million music lovers across the US. The group of hand-picked musicians changes based upon the album being performed—and no sonic detail is overlooked, with the musicians doing whatever it takes to reproduce the album. It’s a full night of rock and roll magic—plus a visual experience unlike any other. Fans across the country flock to their shows—and once you see one, you won’t miss another!

Don’t let the name fool you…known for their incredible live recreations of some of classic rock’s greatest albums, The Black Jacket Symphony is bringing ‘The Era Of Yacht Rock’ back to life. It’s a full rock-and-roll experience! Black jackets for them, blue jeans for you.

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Josh Johnson The Flowers Tour

October 18 2025

7:00 p.m.
Chrysler Hall 215 Saint Pauls Boulevard, Norfolk, VA 23510, USA SevenVenues info@sevenvenues.com 757-664-6464

With nearly 4 million followers across his social media, Josh Johnson was recently called “the funniest guy on the internet” by WIRED and is a star on the rise. He is an Emmy-nominated writer, stand-up comedian, actor, and NAACP award-winner from Louisiana by way of Chicago. Johnson is currently a correspondent on Comedy Central’s Emmy & Peabody Award-winning program The Daily Show where he was previously a writer for the past seven years. Johnson is also a former writer and performer on NBC’s The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, where he made his late-night debut in 2017.

Johnson’s most recent stand-up special, Josh Johnson: Up Here Killing Myself, premiered on Peacock earlier this year to rave reviews touting Josh as a “naturally gifted story teller”. Comedy Central released Johnson’s first hour-long special #(Hashtag) in June 2021.

As a stand-up, Johnson headlines theaters, clubs, colleges, and festivals around the world. He is also a prolific writer and performer who puts out weekly stand up sets on his YouTube channel. This year alone, Josh has released over 24 hours of stand up, and the content on his YouTube channel has been viewed over 140 million times by people all over the world.

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Sails Up Workshop

May 18 2025

7:00 p.m.
Nauticus 1 Waterside Dr, Norfolk, VA 23510 757-664-1000 Price: $15 members / $35 non-members

Enjoy a one-hour intro sail aboard a Harbor 20 with an experienced instructor who will introduce you to the basics of sailing. No experience needed, just a love for the water! Max 4 guests per boat.

Date: Sunday, May 18

Time: Every half hour from 10 AM through 4 PM with 2 boats available each time

Cost: $15 members / $35 non-members / Children 5 and under free (includes workshop activity and access to Battleship Wisconsin)

 

Participants: All ages welcome! 
*Please note, workshop tickets are non-refundable

 

Questions: Contact us at info@nauticus.org

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Community Engagement Street Team (CEST) at Grandy Village

May 15 2025

7:00 p.m.
Grandy Village Boys & Girls Club 3016 Kimball Terr. Norfolk, VA 23504 (757) 439-1035
Norfolk’s Department of Human Services’ Community Engagement Street Team (CEST) is back on the road in May!

Throughout May, the Community Engagement Street Team (CEST) is pulling up in neighborhoods across the City of Norfolk bringing access to benefits programs, public assistance and support services.

Resources Include:
  • Benefits applications
  • Tangible resources (food, water, personal care items, etc.)
  • Referrals for service
  • Intensive case management assistance
  • Support and additional help

Thank you to Norfolk Redevelopment & Housing Authority for hosting the CEST throughout the month.

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Meower Shower: A Baby Shower for Kittens!

May 24 2025

7:00 p.m.
Afterglow Brewing 2330 Bowdens Ferry Rd. Suite 600 Norfolk, VA 23508
NACC and Friends of NACC are hosting a “Meower Shower – A Baby Shower for Kittens” at Afterglow Brewing (2330 Bowdens Ferry Rd.) from noon to 4 p.m. on Saturday, May 24. This fun, family-friendly event will be packed with kitten cuddles, fostering opportunities and other great ways to make a life-saving difference.

Warmer weather means it’s kitten season for Norfolk Animal Care Center (NACC) and shelters everywhere. Tiny paws and whiskers are super adorable, but kittens require a lot of care that can be demanding on shelter space and resources. That’s where the community can help!

“Meower Shower” attendees will be able to learn all about kittens, sign up to become a NACC foster family and see just how a little TLC goes a long way to help kittens grow into healthy, adoptable cats.  Participants who aren’t ready to foster will still be able to provide support by enjoying food vendors, live music, face painting, fairy hair or by donating funds or foster supplies.

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Matt Mathews- Boujee on a Budget Tour

October 16 2025

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Harrison Opera House 160 West Virginia Beach Boulevard Norfolk, Virginia 23510 (757)-664-6464 Price: Price may vary

In just a few years, Matt Mathews has skyrocketed online with his hilariously raw posts and viral stand-up clips, amassing over 11 million followers across Instagram and TikTok. His debut headlining tour, When That Thang Get Ta Thang’n, sold out 100 shows and moved 150,000 tickets nationwide.

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Pub Science Night: Tracking Health on the Elizabeth River Through Creatures Great and Small

June 13 2025

7:00 p.m.
Elizabeth River Project - Ryan Resilience Lab 5205 Colley Ave, Norfolk, VA 23508 Price: Suggested minimum donation $10 per attendee

Join us for an insightful evening as we learn what researchers from the Virginia Institute of Marine Science (VIMS) have discovered about the current state of the Elizabeth River. We’ll hear updates on how fish populations are faring as well as pathogens of interest in the River. If you fish, hope to ever consume anything out of the Elizabeth River, or just care about how our River is doing today, don’t miss out!

Speakers:
Dr. Hamish Small: Assistant Professor at VIMS, Hamish’s research interests are mainly focused on aquatic infectious diseases and assessing the population structure of various fish species like tautog and cobia.

Dr. Corinne Audemard: Senior Research Scientist at VIMS, her interests focus on understanding the ecology of microorganisms within estuarine and marine environments, with a recent focus on human pathogens, specifically vibrios and norovirus, known for transmission through consumption of bivalve shellfish.

Registration includes one drink ticket, so come ready to sip and learn! This event is for attendees aged 21 and over. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to explore the science and art of wetlands while enjoying a relaxed pub atmosphere.

Arrive early at 4:45pm for an optional tour of the Ryan Resilience Lab and learn how to make your home, business, school, or community part of the solution to climate change.

Guests age 21+ are welcome – Suggested minimum donation $10 per attendee to support a healthy Elizabeth River though not required in our commitment to providing equitable access to our river-related programming.

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River Star Homes Native Plant Design Workshop

July 26 2025

7:00 p.m.
Elizabeth River Project - Ryan Resilience Lab 5205 Colley Ave, Norfolk, VA 23508 Price: $250 per person | Limited to 15 attendees each session

Saturday, July 26 OR August 9, 9am-2pm

Join Wild Works of Whimsy and Southern Branch Nursery owner Trista Imrich to design your DIY River Star Homes conservation landscaping or shoreline buffer project. River Star Home participants will learn the art of native plant design and come away with a shovel-ready project for their property.

$250 per person | Limited to 15 attendees each session | Lunch will be provided both days of the workshop.

Once your DIY project is installed, the fee for the design project will be reimbursed toward the installation cost of your River Star Home project within the Elizabeth River Project watershed. Contact River Star Homes Program Manager Phoebe Murrell to see if your DIY project qualifies or with questions before registering – pmurrell@elizabethriver.org.

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Climate Resilient Gardening 101

August 2 2025

7:00 p.m.
Elizabeth River Project - Ryan Resilience Lab 5205 Colley Ave, Norfolk, VA 23508 Price: $10-$15

Climate Resilient Gardening 101: Gardening in Uncertain times

Join us for an enlightening and hands-on workshop with the Elizabeth River Project! Luísa Black Ellis, Resilience Manager at Elizabeth River Project, will guide participants through the essentials of climate-resilient gardening.

Event Highlights:

  • Resilient Gardening Techniques: Learn how to garden with resilience in mind, focusing on local ecology and sustainable practices.
  • Native and Keystone Plants: Discover the importance of native plants, host plants, and keystone species in creating a thriving garden ecosystem.
  • Interactive Activities: Participate in small group discussions to find and build climate hope, asset map your neighborhood, and walk away with next step for building a more resilient landscape.

This workshop is perfect for anyone interested in sustainable gardening and building community resilience. An optional tour will be available following at 12:15pm.

Don’t miss this opportunity to deepen your connection to the land and learn practical steps for creating a resilient garden. Spaces are limited, so be sure to register today!

$10 per person for Elizabeth River Project members | $15 per person for non-members (Not yet a member? Join today!)

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