Join Mandy as she serves up your favorite wine to go with your favorite vinyl sounds spun by our very own DJ, Bernard from 7 – 9 pm. Come in and let’s spin back in time on the turntable! Happy hour starts at 4 pm. Open until 10 pm.

Take a stroll around Lake Ballard and beyond with local birding experts (or by yourself) to identify birds in the area by sight and sound before the preserve opens to the public. Please arrive by 7:45 am. All ages welcome. Free.

Paddle the largest restored wetland in Virginia that’s open for public recreation. Join our master naturalist guide as we get an intimate look at the saltmarsh ecosystem and how our actions affect the Elizabeth River. Wear a hat, closed-toes shoes, bring sunscreen and plenty of water.

Ages 16 and older
Pre-registration is required as space is limited
Cost $10 per person for Elizabeth River Project members or $20 per person for non-members Not yet a member? Join today.

COVID-19 Public Program Protocols:
– No indoor classes or activities, all programs are done entirely outdoors
– Pre-registration only, no registrations will be done on the day of the program
-Guests will follow social distance guidelines of 6-10 feet at all times
– The maximum number of participants is 8 per program – no exceptions
– Participants will wear appropriate face masks
– Attend only if you are in good heath and not experiencing any Covid symptoms

The Portsmouth Farmers Market has something for everyone! Come shop for seasonal fresh produce and more! Check the Portsmouth Olde Towne Farmer’s Market website for weekly vendors. Please follow safe social distancing guidelines and wear a mask.

Help us maintain the preserves’ trails and common areas! Removal of invasive plants, raking, pruning, weed pulling and sweeping are part of our monthly workday. We love our volunteers and your help goes a long way towards allowing others to enjoy the natural wonders here!

Ages 10 & up are welcome but under 16 are not recommended. If you chose to bring a minor they must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.

*If you have a minor who would like to volunteer, contact us for more appropriate tasks*

All participants are to wear weather and outdoor appropriate clothing. Tools and safety equipment are available but additional lopping shears, pruning shears, and wheelbarrows/wagons are often useful.

Bug spray and bottled water are provided. Check in is at Hoffler Creek’s headquarters on the day of the event.

Celebrate culture and arts in Olde Towne Portsmouth on a 3-mile guided bicycle tour visiting new and historic landmarks, points of artistic interest, and murals along the way. “Free 4 All”. Bring your bicycle and helmet with a completed waiver before the pre-ride safety check by our local Bicycle Ambassadors.

Meet at the Visitor Center near the Ferry Dock on High Street at 10:30 am. Swag bags provided for pre-registered riders. Join us for lunch after the ride at the restaurant sponsor of the month.

Enjoy a relaxing evening with the delicious food and wine menu at Stellar Wine Co. 

Monday acoustic sessions are back at Baron’t Pub! Come in for a bite and some live music!

Trivia Night is back at Gosport Tavern! Teams can be no more than six people and seating will be limited as we are still respecting social distancing. Call to reserve your table as soon as possible 757- 606-2666.

Join Mandy as she serves up your favorite wine to go with your favorite vinyl sounds spun by our very own DJ, Bernard from 7 – 9 pm. Come in and let’s spin back in time on the turntable! Happy hour starts at 4 pm. Open until 10 pm.

We improvise your relationship.
It’s the most fun you’ll ever have on date night!

Welcome to Date Night, the hilarious show from the Push Comedy Theater. Two lucky couples will see the story of their love unfold on stage. Improvised by 2 of Hampton Roads’ funniest and wackiest
comedians!

The couples will be selected at random and socially distanced interviewed on stage in front of the audience. The Pushers’ (and Portsmouth’s favorite son) Brad McMurran and a Courtney Richards will use that information to improvise the story of the couple’s relationship. Purchase tickets.

The Portsmouth Farmers Market has something for everyone! Come shop for seasonal fresh produce and more! Check the Portsmouth Olde Towne Farmer’s Market website for weekly vendors. Please follow safe social distancing guidelines and wear a mask.

Take a guided kayak tour of Hoffler Creek as the day winds down. Wrap up by catching the sun set over the Monitor-Merrimac Bridge Tunnel from the James River. Tickets are limited so get yours today! Cost: $40 or $20 for Hoffler Creek members.

Date subject to change based on weather conditions. Supported by the Southeast Virginia Community Foundation.

Enjoy a relaxing evening with the delicious food and wine menu at Stellar Wine Co. 

Monday acoustic sessions are back at Baron’t Pub! Come in for a bite and some live music!

Trivia Night is back at Gosport Tavern! Teams can be no more than six people and seating will be limited as we are still respecting social distancing. Call to reserve your table as soon as possible 757- 606-2666.

Join Mandy as she serves up your favorite wine to go with your favorite vinyl sounds spun by our very own DJ, Bernard from 7 – 9 pm. Come in and let’s spin back in time on the turntable! Happy hour starts at 4 pm. Open until 10 pm.

The word yoga means to unite. Come practice uniting your mind, body & spirit! Join Juniper and experience a flow to help your body find new rhythm while doing yoga outdoors, surrounded by the beauty of the Preserve before it is open to the public.

A little about the teacher: Juniper was born and raised in San Diego and has been in this area for a little over a year. Since getting certified to teach yoga, Juniper has been teaching kids yoga and believes that yoga is for every body and everyone. She loves informing people that yoga is so much more than becoming flexible in the body! Yoga can reduce anxiety & stress, help balance & strength, remind you of the importance of breath, increase mental flexibility and most importantly give time back to you.

Beginner friendly! All ages welcome!

In order to abide by social distancing guidelines, space is very limited so get your ticket today! Cost: $10.

What to bring: yoga mat, water

Paradise Creek Nature Park volunteers will work with our staff on seasonal tasks including weeding, planting, cleaning, pruning, and light maintenance. Dress for working outdoors. Bring work gloves, hat, sunscreen, bottle of water. For information.

COVID-19 Volunteer Protocols:
– No indoor classes or activities, all programs are done entirely outdoors
– Pre-registration only, no registrations will be done on the day of the program
-Guests will follow social distance guidelines of 6-10 feet at all times
– The maximum number of participants is 8 per program – no exceptions
– Participants will wear appropriate face masks
– Attend only if you are in good heath and not experiencing any Covid symptoms

The Portsmouth Farmers Market has something for everyone! Come shop for seasonal fresh produce and more! Check the Portsmouth Olde Towne Farmer’s Market website for weekly vendors. Please follow safe social distancing guidelines and wear a mask.

Enjoy a relaxing evening with the delicious food and wine menu at Stellar Wine Co. 

Come take a tranquil guided kayak tour of Hoffler Creek before the preserve is open to the public. Observe the stunning views of our local waterway and wildlife as the sun rises above the trees!

Tickets are limited so get yours today! Cost: $40 or $20 for Hoffler Creek members.

Date is subject to change based on weather conditions. Supported by the Southeast Virginia Community Foundation.

Monday acoustic sessions are back at Baron’t Pub! Come in for a bite and some live music!

Trivia Night is back at Gosport Tavern! Teams can be no more than six people and seating will be limited as we are still respecting social distancing. Call to reserve your table as soon as possible 757- 606-2666.

Join Mandy as she serves up your favorite wine to go with your favorite vinyl sounds spun by our very own DJ, Bernard from 7 – 9 pm. Come in and let’s spin back in time on the turntable! Happy hour starts at 4 pm. Open until 10 pm.

The Portsmouth Farmers Market has something for everyone! Come shop for seasonal fresh produce and more! Check the Portsmouth Olde Towne Farmer’s Market website for weekly vendors. Please follow safe social distancing guidelines and wear a mask.

Join Paradise Creek Nature Park staff as we get close and personal with our marsh critters. Participants will be able to touch, feel, and observe marsh periwinkles, fiddler crabs, fish, and other river critters.

Free, but pre-registration is required.
All ages welcome

COVID-19 Public Program Protocols:
– No indoor classes or activities, all programs are done entirely outdoors
– Pre-registration only, no registrations will be done on the day of the program
-Guests will follow social distance guidelines of 6-10 feet at all times
– The maximum number of participants is 8 per program – no exceptions
– Participants will wear appropriate face masks
– Attend only if you are in good heath and not experiencing any Covid symptoms

Enjoy a relaxing evening with the delicious food and wine menu at Stellar Wine Co. 

Monday acoustic sessions are back at Baron’t Pub! Come in for a bite and some live music!

Trivia Night is back at Gosport Tavern! Teams can be no more than six people and seating will be limited as we are still respecting social distancing. Call to reserve your table as soon as possible 757- 606-2666.