by Stephanie Taylor One of my favorite events in Hampton Roads is the Chrysler Museum‘s Annual Halloween Harvest Festival. Each year, staff members choose one of their favorite art pieces in the museum and create their own costumes based on it. Visitors receive a scavenger hunt flyer upon arrival and set out to find the…
Fluttershy, a Friendly 1-Year-Old Calico, Seeks Forever Home at Norfolk Animal Care
Shelter Pet Saturday brought to you by Pitbull Tobacco & More Meet Fluttershy, a friendly 1-year-old calico up for adoption at Norfolk Animal Care Center. Fluttershy is a social girl who will greet you with chirps and purrs. Prepare to have some cat hair on you, because she loves to rub up against everyone she…
Gentle Giants Zeus and James: Bullmastiff and Great Pyrenees Seek Their Forever Homes!
Looking for a gentle giant? Chesapeake Humane Society has a Bullmastiff and Great Pyrenees up for adoption! At 90 lbs, Zeus is a big boy with an even bigger heart. This sweet pup was recently returned due to his family no longer being able to afford him, but they said he is a perfect dog.…
Meet Dwayne, a Gentle 11-year-old Pup, Awaiting Adoption at Chesapeake Animal Services
Shelter Pet Saturday brought to you by Pitbull Tobacco & More Meet Dwayne, a gentle 11-year-old senior pup looking for a loving home at Chesapeake Animal Services. This adorable pup’s journey brought him to the shelter when his owners had to move and, unfortunately, couldn’t take him along. Alongside another dog, Dwayne was surrendered to…
Three Senior Cats Left Homeless After Owner’s Passing Seek Calm Retirement Home
Shelter Pet Saturday brought to you by Pitbull Tobacco & More Three sweet but scared senior cats need a home! Jones, Morgan, and Petey sadly found themselves at the shelter after their owner passed away. They have lived together in their home their whole lives and are understandably scared and confused right now. They are…
Fall 2023: Get a List of Pumpkin Patches, Hayrides, and Haunted Houses in Hampton Roads
Happy Fall y’all! Check out a huge list of pumpkin patches, haunted houses, hayrides, and more in Hampton Roads this year. Chesapeake Bergey’s Breadbasket: 2207 Mount Pleasant Road, Chesapeake, Virginia. Monday – Saturday: 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. Bergey’s Corn Maze opens on Sept. 16th. For more click here. Great Bridge Pumpkin Patch: 900 N…
Meet Skye: A Gentle and Loving 2-Year-Old Ready for Adoption at Portsmouth Humane Society!
Shelter Pet Saturday brought to you by Pitbull Tobacco & More. Meet Skye, a sweet and loving 2-year-old up for adoption at Portsmouth Humane Society. Skye gets along with everyone she meets, including other dogs. She is a gentle girl and we think she would make a great addition to any family. Skye was transferred…
Watch The Powerful Budweiser 9/11 Tribute Commercial That Only Aired Once
September 11, 2023 marks 22 years since the 9/11 attacks. Like everyone, I remember where I was the moment I saw the first plane hit the Twin Towers. I remember the feeling of disbelief, followed by fear and anger. I also remember the feeling on 9/12 of the country coming together to mourn the lives…
Meet Boone: A 4-Year-Old Formerly Chained Pup Ready for Adoption at Chesapeake Humane Society
Meet Boone, a 4-year-old shelter dog available for adoption at Chesapeake Humane Society. Boone was brought into the shelter along with his sister. The siblings have spent their whole lives on a chain and are now searching for a loving home to take them in. Boone and his sister get along great and would love…
Teachers Get Free Admission at the Virginia Aquarium on This Day in September
The Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center is celebrating teachers and daycare workers with free admission! The annual Teacher Open House will take place on Wednesday, Sept. 13th! Teachers plus one guest each will receive complimentary admission to the Aquarium, with full access to its exhibits, program demonstrations, animal encounters, and more. A valid ID is…