Let’s explore social events in Norfolk, VA happening this week. Local events are a great way to meet new people and make new friends. Look through this page and consider going out and socializing during one of these social events.
Are you looking to take a break from your regular ventures, build friendships or develop emotional intelligence? Social events could just be just the thing you are missing. As they always say, one’s company, two’s a crowd, three’s a party. In these events, you will get to meet a whole new range of people, engage other cultures and understand different perspectives. You get opportunities to expand your circle through the interactions and conversations elicited. Whether you are looking to improve your social or work connections, this is it for you.
There are many events held across Norfolk, Virginia. Events range from backyard outings, outdoor activity events, singles events, professional networking, meaningful discussions, and more. They are all varied and interesting covering your lifestyle and preference. If you find it hard to make connections or socialize in these events, here are a few tips to save your situation.
Local Groups’ Events in Norfolk
LCR game night at Water’s Edge Winery
◦ When: Tuesday, Nov 19th
◦ Where: Water’s Edge Winery
This is a multi-group event. There will be more attendees than you see on this page.
Bring your $1.00 bills for an evening of fun gaming. Bring at least six $1.00 bills, enough for 2 games.
Game Rules: “Left” means giving your chips to your left player; “Dot” symbol means you can keep your chips; “Right” means giving your chips to your right player; “Star” symbol means putting your chips in the (…)
Dinner and Discussion at Cova Brewery: Science and Circular Reasoning
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 20th
◦ Where: Cova Brewery And Coffee House
Most argue that faith is based on circular reasoning, but science is not. Science is based on evidence from the natural world, while religious belief is not. Scientific explanations are modified or abandoned when they conflict with evidence, while religious faith is not. But (there’s always a “but” in philosophy), Joel Feinberg and Russ Shafer-Landau argue that “using the scientific method to judg(…)
OV Beach Hike & Farmer’s Mkt Visit – 5 Mi OVSC r/t Bay Oaks Pk *START TIME 10AM*
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: Leaving from Ocean View Shopping Center
Early Birds let’s beach hike down to Bay Oaks Park, and then explore the farmers market in Ocean view for all kinds of fresh goodies and cool ideas! Approximately 5 miles round-trip we will walk back along Oceanview Avenue. Qs call Lisa in seven5seven
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Platform & DevOps Engineering MeetUp @ InMotion Hosting
◦ When: Tuesday, Nov 19th
◦ Where: Stratford University
Join us @ InMotion Hosting in Virginia Beach on November 19th, 2024 from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM ET! The address is 555 S Independence Blvd, Virginia Beach, VA 23452.
Our agenda will include time for socializing/networking and two presentations:
Randomness and the Pipeline presented by Chris Spillers and Erin Winningham
Early Insights: Developing Resilient First-Class Services to Validate Platform Cap(…)
Norfolk Anime Club Meeting!!
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: undefined
Video Games, Board Games, Card Games, Music, Snacks, and most importantly, Fellowship!! Come join us all this weekend for a Fun filled time!! If you love Anime and would love to socialize with others who do, we provide an excellent atmosphere for you to do so. Not the socializing type? Well this is the place for you as well! Feel free to just come chill and hang out without feeling obligated. Ther(…)
James Phillips: Leadership 101
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 20th
◦ Where: 5555 Greenwich Rd
**IN PERSON MEETING!!!!!**
Title: Leadership 101: Guiding principles to success
Let me share with you the some of the secrets to successful Leadership. We will cover Team Building, Employee Retention, Motivation, How to discover toxic situations and Success for the short and long term. Each one of these topics is derived from my own experiences in leading teams and organizations. Hint: I didn’t g(…)
LCR game night
◦ When: Tuesday, Nov 19th
◦ Where: Waters Edge Winery & Bistro Norfolk
This is a multi-group event. There will be more attendees than you see on this page.
Bring your $1.00 bills for an evening of fun gaming. Bring at least six $1.00 bills, enough for 2 games.
Game Rules: “Left” means giving your chips to your left player; “Dot” symbol means you can keep your chips; “Right” means giving your chips to your right player; “Star” symbol means putting your chips in the (…)
WATCH PARTY: Petite Maman (Céline Sciamma, 2022) + The Red Balloon (1956)
◦ When: Monday, Nov 18th
◦ Where: Jordan-Newby Anchor Branch at Broad Creek
A double feature of two French films featuring children (both pretty short!)
**Céline Sciamma’s Petite Maman (2022) is 73 minutes. Here’s what Criterion.com has to say about it:**
“Céline Sciamma’s follow-up to Portrait of a Lady on Fire transcends time and space to weave a delicate fable about grief, family, and connection across generations. In the wake of her grandmother’s death, eight-year-o(…)
Return of the Thirsty Thursday
◦ When: Thursday, Nov 21st
◦ Where: MJs Tavern
It’s been a while, hasn’t it…and a lot has gone on since the last meet up. So, let’s get together and spend some quality time. Community starts with socializing and nows a great time for community.
We’ll grab a few seats at MJs and figure out what we’ll do for the holidays.(…)
IgNITE: OH La LA @ Chrysler Museum Glass Studio
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: Chrysler Museum Glass Studio
Chrysler Museum is hosting a French inspired art party at their Glass Studio. Per the event description, there will be glass making demonstrations, a photo crawl (?) and live music by the Fuzz Band. The plan is to check things out and dance. You’ll have to buy your own ticket for this event ($20 for non members. Tickets increase by $10 at the door). We’ll meet inside the glass studio and I’ll post(…)
Thursday Night Bible Study & Fellowship!!
◦ When: Friday, Nov 22nd
◦ Where: undefined
Join us for Bible Study this Thursday night! If you’re looking for a friendly and peaceful environment to relax, connect, and receive powerful teachings from the Bible, then this is the perfect place for you! You can expect snacks, thought-provoking Bible lessons, and a group of fun, passionate people on fire for God. Most importantly, prepare to experience the immersive and emotionally impactful (…)
Teatime Talks: Navigating Web 3.0
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: Black Rifle Coffee Company
Welcome to Crypto Over Coffee’s latest event, “Teatime Talks: Navigating Web 3.0” Join us for an engaging and informative discussion over your favorite cup of tea. Dive into the world of decentralized systems, blockchain technology, and smart contracts as we explore how cryptography plays a crucial role in shaping the future of the internet. Whether you’re a seasoned crypto enthusiast or just dipp(…)
P.U.G.S, & HR Pug Meetup IN The Grand Illumination Parade!🎉🐕
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: Harbor Park
**NOTE:**
**To Participate email us or msg us to RSVP and for our pug groups theme ASAP. Even if not using a parade pass and you still MUST RSVP in advance if joining /walking with us. Thank you!**
Greetings Pug lovers!
It’s that time of year again for our pugs to shine
in the Grand Illumination parade!
We’re in Norfolk’s 38th annual Grand illumination parade! 🎉🐕🎉🐾
If you’re interested in j(…)
Spanish Conversation y Intercambio de inglés/ español para hablantes nativos.
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 20th
◦ Where: Wegmans
Goal of this meetup is casual practice, Intercambio of Spanish and English. 90% chat in the language you are learning. All levels welcome. Feel free to use a dictionary / phone, though please respect that this is a practice group, Not a class. Ok to come late, or just drop in when you’ve got a Wednesday free. Typically, we have 4-10 people and most regular attendees don’t RSVP. Welcome to bring ki(…)
Bitcoin meetup Open Discussion / New Member
◦ When: Thursday, Nov 21st
◦ Where: Voodoo Brewing
NEW LOCATION: Voodoo Brewing – town center
Third Thursday each month
Our bitcoin open discussion meet up. Great time for new members to come and for anyone to ask questions or start a discussion! Usually multiple conversions end up splitting off.
All are welcome! See you there!(…)
Quickstep Group Class
◦ When: Friday, Nov 22nd
◦ Where: DanceSportVA
Many of you have asked us to bring back **Martin’s Quickstep class**…we heard you and here it is! This is an 8 week class!
No partner needed, singles and couples’ welcome. Classes are $15 per person per class or purchase a package of 10 lessons for $125 and save $25!
Martin has been an active leader in a variety of dance societies and organizations around the world. He is a champion dancer, ad(…)
Death Cafe
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 20th
◦ Where: Commonwealth Brewing Company
Death Over Drafts SHR is partnering with Death Doula Jessica and Dave & Josh, local legacy message creators to promote a Death Cafe event @ Commonwealth Brewery.
Death Cafe is a safe, friendly informal gathering space to participate in a round of the Creative Dying deck of the Creative Dying deck questions. A card “game” of questions about death and dying to answer yourself or pass to another who(…)
Thursday Night Bible Study and Fellowship
◦ When: Friday, Nov 22nd
◦ Where: Norfolk
Come and join us together at 7:30 pm (EST) for a small group bible study this Thursday night. Expect snacks, fellowship, powerful bible based teachings from one of our group leaders with some interactive and immersive discussion time as well. I am confident that Jesus has something for you this week, so don’t miss out. The order of events is as follows:
7:30 pm ~ Fellowship/Socializing/Snack-Time(…)
Board Game Night at Bold Mariner
◦ When: Tuesday, Nov 19th
◦ Where: The Bold Mariner Brewing Company
Tidewater Tabletop Hosts a board game meetup at Bold Mariner every Tuesday from 6:00 to 9:00. All are welcome and feel free to bring any game you are willing to teach.(…)
Chakra Meditation and Oneness Blessing
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 20th
◦ Where: Wells Therapeutics, Inc.
Oneness Blessing,
Monthly on the third Tuesday, 7-8:30pm.
Receive the Oneness Blessing (Deeksha) after the Deep Kundalini Meditation known as the Powerful Ananda Mandala Meditation.
What is Oneness?
Oneness is a world changing phenomenon that is helping people of all faiths and paths move into higher states of consciousness. Over a hundred million people across the planet are experiencing this (…)
Tips to meet people at social events
You can make more friends at one party by showing interest in them than in a month by trying to meet people online. Meeting new people and making genuine connections in local events can be fun and easy if you go with the right mindset.
When it comes to meeting new people, nothing beats showing up in the real world. But none of the tips will work if you are not coming from the right place. Keep an open mind when attending social events. Reframe strangers as potential friends, it will make it much easier to approach conversations and fully engage in them.
When choosing an event, keep an eye on interesting themes, something you can relate to. Meeting new people in the context of mutual interest increases your chances of being friends.
Research events with the types of people you want to meet. They could be people in your age group, your field of work, or a specific neighborhood. Do not be too strict though, loosen up a little bit from your expectations.
Go where people are intentionally looking to make friends such as networking events where it feels normal and expected to walk up and introduce yourself.
In this digital era, apps and websites are the most convenient solutions for finding out about local events. If you are not sure where to look for events happening in Norfolk, you can try out Norfolk.gov, Pilotonline.com, or Wavy.com.
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Live in Concert: A Scottish Serenade
◦ When: Friday, Nov 22nd
◦ Where: St. John’s Episcopal Church
Award-winning musicians Seán Heely, Kevin Elam, Abbie Palmer, & Colin McGlynn offer lovely acoustic music from Scotland, Ireland, & beyond.
The Deloreans 80s Party at the Vanguard
◦ When: Friday, Nov 22nd
◦ Where: The Vanguard Brewpub & Distillery
An explosive mix of New Wave and 80s pop energy .
The Monopoly Concert Series presents The Way Up Edition 43
◦ When: Friday, Nov 22nd
◦ Where: Scandals Live, Holland Road, Virginia Beach, VA, USA
Join us for an epic night of music and dope vibes at The Monopoly Concert Series – The Way Up Edition 43!
Leads, Listings and Leverage | Hampton, VA
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 20th
◦ Where: Virginia Peninsula Association-Realtors
3-hour seminar with Michael Hellickson to learn how to level up your real estate game. Learn best practices for Lead Gen, Follow up & more!
SPIRIT OF NORFOLK ALL BLACK WITH A HINT OF COLOR
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: 333 Waterside Dr
Get ready to slay in your all-black with a splash of color outfit at the Spirit of Norfolk event – it’s all about bringing those good vibes
It’s Time To Pray
◦ When: Friday, Nov 22nd
◦ Where: 1610 Coliseum Dr
Let’s seek God’s direction for healing in our nation, families and communities. Learn to pray prayers that get answered. Expect GOD to move.
American Brew whiskey school
◦ When: Thursday, Nov 21st
◦ Where: 3584 E Stratford Rd
Come learn all about American whiskey at our fun and informative whiskey school event!
Queen Key Host Karma Lounge
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: Karma Restaurant & Lounge
Queen Key Host Karma Lounge!
Tour at Norfolk International Airport
◦ When: Tuesday, Nov 19th
◦ Where: Norfolk International Airport
Join IFMA Hampton Roads for a facility tour at ORF
Grown,Sexy & Flyest All Black Party Hosted By R&B Singer Case
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: 2163 Cunningham Dr
D&D Enlightenment Entertainment Presents Grown,Sexy & Flyest All Black Party Nov 23rd 8-1am. Free Raffle Giveaway $400 Visa Gift Card!
forgiving grace
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: Edmonds Center Catering and Banquet Facility
Join us for a night of healing, compassion, and second chances at Forgiving Grace – where we embrace forgiveness and let go of the past.
1st Royal Black Tie Vintage Woman & Distinguished Man Empowerment Event
◦ When: Friday, Nov 22nd
◦ Where: 6801 Bridgeway Rd, Suffolk Virginia 23435
Join us for an enchanting evening of empowerment and elegance! Celebrate spiritual growth with inspiring men and women! Fashion, music, fun!
HRNG Networking Breakfast at Regent University at The Ordinary Cafe in VB
◦ When: Thursday, Nov 21st
◦ Where: Regent Ordinary
Regent welcomes us with a country breakfast of bacon, eggs and all the fixins you can imagine in the Dining Room on their gorgeous campus!
The Black Experience Gala
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: Hub 757
Come celebrate and honor the rich history, culture, and achievements of our fabulous gala event!
Murder Mystery Dinner at The Venue at 259 Granby
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: 259 Granby St
Come enjoy dinner and spirits as you try to solve who the murderer is! This is at 259 Granby not The Granby Theater!
Ladies Night at Upscale
◦ When: Thursday, Nov 21st
◦ Where: Upscale Restaurant & Lounge
Reserve your party for you and your guest this and every Thursday at Upscale Restaurant and Lounge.
Nonprofit Leadership Bootcamp (Onsite)
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: Slover Library
Running a nonprofit is hard work. This 1day boot camp is designed specifically for those wanting a focused overview of nonprofit operations.
I Love Women Ceos Networking & Comedy Show In Portsmouth Virginia
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: TopGolf Swing Suite – Rivers Casino Portsmouth
I Love Women Ceos Networking & Comedy Show is coming to the Top Golf Swing Suite & Rivers Casino in Portsmouth Virginia
THE RATCHET R&B PARTY
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: Topics Bistro
Get ready to vibe all night at The Ratchet R&B Party, where we’ll be bumping the hottest R&B hits fused with your favorite hip-hop beats.
For Music Lovers ONLY! “It’s All Luv!” R&B edition
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: Buko Resto-Bar
R&B LOVERS ONLY! If you missed the first one you DEFINITELY don’t want to miss this one! An ode to R&B and love music.