This exhibit features vintage toys throughout history.

The Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts welcomes 16 artists from Lanexa, Virginia, in a new exhibition called "Fresh From The Studios." This marks the first time the Greater Lanexa Studio Tour (GLST) will be out of the studios and into the SCCA's historic art galleries. Word showcased will include a variety of mediums such as paintings, woodwork, sculpture, glass, and jewelry. Their unique artwork makes a great gift for someone special.

Grab your crew and prepare to defend your knowledge of human rights movements, activists, and milestones for a chance to win a prize.

The Horton Wreath Society is a 501(c)3 organization that was created to raise funds to place a live evergreen wreath on each marker in the Albert G. Horton Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery in Suffolk, Virginia. 2019 serves as the 12th year the Society has raised funds to honor our veterans and fallen heroes. The goal this year is to place approximately 9,500 live wreaths and we need volunteers to help! The Society strives to educate all, especially our youth and future generations, to remember the sacrifices by and to respect our veterans. This is a Free Family Event open to everyone that wishes to volunteer, no registration required, just show up. We will begin with our welcome and laying of the ceremonial row of wreaths at 9am.

"Swamped and Loving It!" Meet the Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge in a new way—up close and personal! Enjoy a biologist-led nature walk as you learn about the flora, fauna, wildlife and history that abound in the 111,000-acre wilderness. Reservations are required and cancellations are expected no less than 48 hours prior to scheduled tour. Call the Suffolk Visitor Center to reserve your spot.

Decorations and lights! Petting zoo! Live Nativity! Festive music! Bake sale! Arts and crafts (horseshoe decorating and river stone painting)! Horse drawn carriage! Marshmallow roasting and s'mores around the fire with Uncle Billy Goat! Mini rein-ponies pulling the cart! Annnnnddd...the REAL Mr. and Mrs. Claus!

FREE Breakfast, pictures with Santa, games, and more! Bring a friend or neithbor!

Bring the kiddos to meet jolly ol' St. Nick! Bring your cameras for photos with Santa. Holiday décor makes this the ideal place to snap a photo with Santa.

The Suffolk Division of Tourism is pleased to present "Mary Poppins Returns" at the Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts, on Saturday, December 14, 2019, beginning at 2pm. This dazzling family-friendly film was a huge box office hit and received critical praise. Movie fans will get a special treat after the film, as Mary Poppins herself will be stopping by for photos with film attendees. Admission is free and open to the public; however, a donation of canned food or non-perishable food item is encouraged. For more information, please contact the Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts box office at 757.923.2900.

We are so excited to announce our first ever Dinner with Santa! You don't want to miss this event! Over 10 beautifully decorated trees grace this historic mansion. Chandeliers sparkle in the holiday lights. Family friendly menu with festive cocktails for adults. Photographer on site for photos with Santa. Enjoy holiday splendor and historic charm.

A contemporary drama reminding you to be prepared for the holidays…and always.

Be sure to join in the lights and sounds of the 2019 Suffolk Holiday Parade on Saturday, December 14, 2019, at 7pm. The Theme is "Home For The Holidays." Your group can walk, ride, dance, march or float down Main Street! Local groups are reminded that applications to enter are due by Friday, November 15. Public parking available on Saratoga Street, Commerce Street, and in the lot behind the Godwin Courts Building.

The Great Dismal Swamp is anything but dismal. The narrated Swamp Safari, one of Suffolk’s most popular attractions, fills up quickly. This four-hour tour is led by a biologist specializing is the unique habitat of the Great Dismal. Learn about the history, lore, vegetation and wildlife with this adventure that includes a brief walk to Lake Drummond. Sunscreen, insect repellent, comfortable clothes and shoes are recommended. A small snack and beverage is provided. This tour is not recommended for very small children. Reservations are required and cancellations are expected no less than 48 hours prior to scheduled tour. Call the Suffolk Visitor Center at 757.514.4130 to reserve your spot.

Bring your pet to meet jolly ol' St. Nick! We welcome all friendly, well-behaved critters. Dogs must be leashed. Pet owners are encouraged to bring a donation for the homeless pets at the Suffolk Animal Shelter. The following items are encouraged kitty litter, cat food/kitten chow, dog food/puppy chow, leashes and collars, grooming supplies, toys, crates, towels, blankets, bleach, hand sanitizer & wipes, laundry detergent, dishwashing liquid, trash bags and carriers.

Decorations and lights! Petting zoo! Live Nativity! Festive music! Bake sale! Arts and crafts (horseshoe decorating and river stone painting)! Horse drawn carriage! Marshmallow roasting and s'mores around the fire with Uncle Billy Goat! Mini rein-ponies pulling the cart! Annnnnddd...the REAL Mr. and Mrs. Claus!

A contemporary drama reminding you to be prepared for the holidays…and always.

Presented by the Beech Grove Adult Choir. Piano Music begins at 6:30pm. Reception to follow. Nursery provided.

There will be someting for the entire family! Come hang out with us, enjoy some hot cocoa or coffee, fun games, and crafts as we await the arrival of Old Saint Nick! Registration deadline is December 6.

The Suffolk Center Children’s Chorus presents “Snowed Inn,” an original holiday musical production written and directed by Gavin Harper. When an incorrect invitation turns into an unexpected party, suddenly the snow begins to fall and the party guests have to stay a little longer, sing a little more, and make long-lasting memories of friendship, laughter, and love. Free and open to the public! Refreshments to follow.

The Great Dismal Swamp is anything but dismal. The narrated Swamp Safari, one of Suffolk’s most popular attractions, fills up quickly. This four-hour tour is led by a biologist specializing is the unique habitat of the Great Dismal. Learn about the history, lore, vegetation and wildlife with this adventure that includes a brief walk to Lake Drummond. Sunscreen, insect repellent, comfortable clothes and shoes are recommended. A small snack and beverage is provided. This tour is not recommended for very small children. Reservations are required and cancellations are expected no less than 48 hours prior to scheduled tour. Call the Suffolk Visitor Center at 757.514.4130 to reserve your spot.

See Suffolk through the eyes of years gone by. Suffolk’s rich heritage dates back to the early 17th century, when Captain John Smith first encountered the Nansemond Indians on the Nansemond River. Even now, you can trace Suffolk’s legacy through our historic homes and neighborhoods, churches and Virginia Civil War Trails. Guided by a Suffolk historian, you meet the people and places that made Suffolk the city it is today. Highlights of this windshield tour include Cedar Hill Cemetery, Riddick’s Folly House Museum, Constant’s Wharf, College Court and Suffolk’s Historic Lakeside neighborhood.

An official Virginia Civil War Trail site, Cedar Hill Cemetery has long been an attraction for history buffs and even walking groups. The Suffolk Division of Tourism offers a guided stroll through the pleasant 32-acre cemetery, rich in history and natural beauty. The 90-minute daytime tour will offer unique insights into Suffolk’s heritage as tour goers traverse the cedar-lined terrain dotted with timeworn headstones. Reservations are required and cancellations are expected no less than 48 hours prior to scheduled tour. Call the Suffolk Visitor Center at 757.514.4130 to reserve your spot. Special rates are available for groups of 12 or more.

The bold sounds of the Virginia Symphony brass section ring in the holidays with a blast! Experience the festive sounds of the season in a concert filled with wit, virtuosity, and the glorious music of the holidays—featuring the VSO brass and percussion sections in an all-new program. You’ll enjoy music from a variety of styles that have made this concert a new holiday tradition! This year the Suffolk Center will add special seasonal surprises too! The Virginia Symphony is at the center of the Hampton Roads arts community, and in many ways serves as the cultural cornerstone for the region. Each year, the orchestra presents a series of Classics, Pops and Family concerts. Maestro Falletta has served as Music Director of the Virginia Symphony since 1991. Under her direction, the VSO annually performs more than 140 Classical, Pops, Family, Education, and Outreach concerts in Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Newport News, and Williamsburg, reaching more than 200,000 concert goers every year.

The Great Dismal Swamp is anything but dismal. The narrated Swamp Safari, one of Suffolk’s most popular attractions, fills up quickly. This four-hour tour is led by a biologist specializing is the unique habitat of the Great Dismal. Learn about the history, lore, vegetation and wildlife with this adventure that includes a brief walk to Lake Drummond. Sunscreen, insect repellent, comfortable clothes and shoes are recommended. A small snack and beverage is provided. This tour is not recommended for very small children. Reservations are required and cancellations are expected no less than 48 hours prior to scheduled tour. Call the Suffolk Visitor Center at 757.514.4130 to reserve your spot.

Decorations and lights! Petting zoo! Live Nativity! Festive music! Bake sale! Arts and crafts (horseshoe decorating and river stone painting)! Horse drawn carriage! Marshmallow roasting and s'mores around the fire with Uncle Billy Goat! Mini rein-ponies pulling the cart! Annnnnddd...the REAL Mr. and Mrs. Claus!

See Suffolk through the eyes of years gone by. Suffolk’s rich heritage dates back to the early 17th century, when Captain John Smith first encountered the Nansemond Indians on the Nansemond River. Even now, you can trace Suffolk’s legacy through our historic homes and neighborhoods, churches and Virginia Civil War Trails. Guided by a Suffolk historian, you meet the people and places that made Suffolk the city it is today. Highlights of this windshield tour include Cedar Hill Cemetery, Riddick’s Folly House Museum, Constant’s Wharf, College Court and Suffolk’s Historic Lakeside neighborhood.

An official Virginia Civil War Trail site, Cedar Hill Cemetery has long been an attraction for history buffs and even walking groups. The Suffolk Division of Tourism offers a guided stroll through the pleasant 32-acre cemetery, rich in history and natural beauty. The 90-minute daytime tour will offer unique insights into Suffolk’s heritage as tour goers traverse the cedar-lined terrain dotted with timeworn headstones. Reservations are required and cancellations are expected no less than 48 hours prior to scheduled tour. Call the Suffolk Visitor Center at 757.514.4130 to reserve your spot. Special rates are available for groups of 12 or more.

This heart-warming Christmas Ballet inspired by Leo Tolstoy’s “Papa Panov” is sure to inspire compassion and kindness this Christmas. Enjoy an evening of classical ballet and beautiful music sure to invoke the Christmas spirit as a talented cast of local children and adults guide you through Papa’s seemingly uneventful Christmas Day only to find this compassion for the “least of these” has life-long impact!

Join Crystal with Cri-A-tions & Hats and learn the art of reverse painted glass. Grab a friend and join us in painting a Christmas Tree of your choice. These make perfect handmade gifts! Each completed piece will be approximately 4"x 6" in a very nice thrifted frame. Since we will be working on glass, recommended age is 12+, but any level of artistic ability is welcome. Instruction and all supplies included. Refreshments provided for your enjoyment.

A service of Christmas worship music.

Decorations and lights! Petting zoo! Live Nativity! Festive music! Bake sale! Arts and crafts (horseshoe decorating and river stone painting)! Horse drawn carriage! Marshmallow roasting and s'mores around the fire with Uncle Billy Goat! Mini rein-ponies pulling the cart! Annnnnddd...the REAL Mr. and Mrs. Claus!

Decorations and lights! Petting zoo! Live Nativity! Festive music! Bake sale! Arts and crafts (horseshoe decorating and river stone painting)! Horse drawn carriage! Marshmallow roasting and s'mores around the fire with Uncle Billy Goat! Mini rein-ponies pulling the cart! Annnnnddd...the REAL Mr. and Mrs. Claus!

Candlelight Christmas Eve Service - lessons and carols with candlelight communion. Come celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ! Nursery provided.

See Suffolk through the eyes of years gone by. Suffolk’s rich heritage dates back to the early 17th century, when Captain John Smith first encountered the Nansemond Indians on the Nansemond River. Even now, you can trace Suffolk’s legacy through our historic homes and neighborhoods, churches and Virginia Civil War Trails. Guided by a Suffolk historian, you meet the people and places that made Suffolk the city it is today. Highlights of this windshield tour include Cedar Hill Cemetery, Riddick’s Folly House Museum, Constant’s Wharf, College Court and Suffolk’s Historic Lakeside neighborhood.

An official Virginia Civil War Trail site, Cedar Hill Cemetery has long been an attraction for history buffs and even walking groups. The Suffolk Division of Tourism offers a guided stroll through the pleasant 32-acre cemetery, rich in history and natural beauty. The 90-minute daytime tour will offer unique insights into Suffolk’s heritage as tour goers traverse the cedar-lined terrain dotted with timeworn headstones. Reservations are required and cancellations are expected no less than 48 hours prior to scheduled tour. Call the Suffolk Visitor Center at 757.514.4130 to reserve your spot. Special rates are available for groups of 12 or more.

The Great Dismal Swamp is anything but dismal. The narrated Swamp Safari, one of Suffolk’s most popular attractions, fills up quickly. This four-hour tour is led by a biologist specializing is the unique habitat of the Great Dismal. Learn about the history, lore, vegetation and wildlife with this adventure that includes a brief walk to Lake Drummond. Sunscreen, insect repellent, comfortable clothes and shoes are recommended. A small snack and beverage is provided. This tour is not recommended for very small children. Reservations are required and cancellations are expected no less than 48 hours prior to scheduled tour. Call the Suffolk Visitor Center at 757.514.4130 to reserve your spot.

See Suffolk through the eyes of years gone by. Suffolk’s rich heritage dates back to the early 17th century, when Captain John Smith first encountered the Nansemond Indians on the Nansemond River. Even now, you can trace Suffolk’s legacy through our historic homes and neighborhoods, churches and Virginia Civil War Trails. Guided by a Suffolk historian, you meet the people and places that made Suffolk the city it is today. Highlights of this windshield tour include Cedar Hill Cemetery, Riddick’s Folly House Museum, Constant’s Wharf, College Court and Suffolk’s Historic Lakeside neighborhood.

Ring in 2020 in true 20s style with an unprecedented New Year’s Eve celebration! The Truitt House is welcoming the new year with guest chefs, retro-chic decor, and a live 20s jazz band! Imagine... stepping back in time to the glamour and opulence of the Roaring 20s within the elegant 1909 mansion that is The Truitt House. The lavish decorations by Jerry Freeman will transport you back to the century prior at the height of The Jazz Age. Period dress is highly encouraged. There will be a diverse offering of food by local chefs, including acclaimed Chef Harper Bradshaw of Harper's Table and one of Suffolk's newest chefs, Chef General Lewis of The General Public. Food courses will change throughout the evening as you quench your thirst at the open bar. Live music will be provided by the phenomenal Gatsby Gang Jazz Band. Space is extremely limited so get your tickets now!

Celebrate the New Year early at the library! Families with kids of all ages will enjoy a countdown, balloon drop, crafts, snacks, dancing and more. The party begins at 11:30am (in both the Morgan Memorial and North Suffolk Library locations) and we will ring in the New Year at noon. All supplies and refreshments will be available while supplies last. Free! You do not need to be a library member to attend.

Celebrate the New Year early at the library! Families with kids of all ages will enjoy a countdown, balloon drop, crafts, snacks, dancing and more. The party begins at 11:30am (in both the Morgan Memorial and North Suffolk Library locations) and we will ring in the New Year at noon. All supplies and refreshments will be available while supplies last. Free! You do not need to be a library member to attend.