Newport News This Week (10/22): Embroidery Machine 201: Making Quilt Blocks

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Embroidery Machine 201: Making Quilt Blocks

Thursday, October 22. Learn how machine embroidery can become quilt blocks in this hands-on makerspace workshop for crafters.

VA250: “Revolution Close to Home” Museum Exhibition

Opens Friday, October 23. Explore a Hampton Roads perspective on the American Revolution’s 250th anniversary.

African American Cultural Experiences (AACE) Trolley Tour

Saturday, October 24. See Newport News through its African American history and cultural sites on a guided trolley outing.

Events This Week

Fall Frenzy Campus Carving Event

Wednesday, October 28. Bring a seasonal spirit to this hands-on carving event in a William & Mary campus setting.

Muscaween

Wednesday, October 28. Get a Halloween-season museum experience with a William & Mary twist.

After Hours Lecture Series: Creatures of the Deep!

Thursday, October 29. Dive into marine science and the strange life found beneath the surface at the Virginia Institute of Marine Science.

Film Screening and Investor Q&A for “Show Her the Money”

Thursday, October 29. Watch the film, then stay for a discussion about women entrepreneurs and investment.

Library Trick-or-Treat & SCRC Halloween Open House

Thursday, October 29. A family-friendly stop combining trick-or-treating with a special library open house.

More This Week

• Thursday, October 29: Hunt for a costume or a thrift-store find at W&M Costume Sale & Thrift Extravaganza 2026.
• Friday, October 30: Families can enjoy seasonal activities at Fall Fun Day.
• Friday, October 30: Try a Halloween-themed recreational outing at Fright Night Nets.
• Friday, October 30: Bring the kids to Trunk or Treat at Brooks Crossing Community Center.
• Friday, October 30: Catch William & Mary Women’s Tennis vs. W&M Hidden Dual.
• Saturday, October 31: Browse books and community programming at the Newport News Public Library Festival of Books.
• Saturday, October 31: Make a Halloween stop at Trick or Treat at Downing-Gross.
• October 22–23: Hampton’s American Theatre hosts BLACKSTAGE LIVE PRESENTS — REEL RENAISSANCE.

Civic Watch

Hampton VA250 Committee Meeting

Thursday, October 22. Follow the public planning work behind Hampton’s 250th-anniversary programming. Source: City of Hampton calendar.

Campus Corner

Homecoming & Reunion Weekend

Begins Thursday, October 22. William & Mary’s marquee homecoming weekend brings alumni traditions and campus activity to Williamsburg.

Men’s Soccer vs. Johnson & Wales (N.C.)

Thursday, October 22. Watch the local college matchup at Captains Field.

MSBA Virtual Information Session

Thursday, October 22. Learn about William & Mary’s Master of Science in Business Analytics from home.

Local Business

CHESAPEAKE BANK PRESENTS: Small Business Banking & Financing Session

Wednesday, October 28. A practical session for entrepreneurs and small-business owners looking at banking and financing options.