Weekend traveler: Newport News
March 4-7
Thursday 3/4
Building Better Ships: This exhibition tells the story of one of Newport News’ finest industries—shipbuilding. Highlighting this exhibition are the paintings of Thomas Skinner, as well as early photographs of the Newport News Shipyard (Northrop Grumman Newport News) and artifacts from the shipbuilding industry. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $13 for students. The Mariners’ Museum/USS Monitor Center. 100 Museum Dr., Newport News, Va. (757) 596-2222.
Sea Glass, Pieces from the Collection: Composed of objects used at sea and inspired by maritime themes, this exhibition features a range of glass artifacts from the museum’s collection. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $13 for students. The Mariners’ Museum/USS Monitor Center. 100 Museum Dr., Newport News, Va. (757) 596-2222.
Bird Walks: The Hampton Roads Bird Club has monitored the bird population of Newport News Park since 1965. Join club volunteers in the Picnic Area I parking lot every first and third Sunday of the month for some early morning bird watching. Be prepared to car pool to several areas in the park. Beginners are welcome. Binoculars and field guides are recommended. 7 a.m. Continues Saturday. Free. Newport News Park. 13560 Jefferson Ave., Newport News. (757) 886-7912.
Friday 3/5
Women of a New Tribe: a stunning national exhibition from noted award-winning photographer Jerry Taliaferro. The exhibit celebrates the physical and inner beauty of African-American women, presented in 1930s to 1940s black-and-white glamour photography styles. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. $5. Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center. 2410 Wickham Ave., Newport News, Va. (757) 247-8950.
Jerry Seinfeld: 7 p.m. $54.90-87.25. Chrysler Hall. 201 Brambleton Avenue, Norfolk, Va. (757) 664-6464.
Star-gazing: Members of the Virginia Peninsula Astronomy/Stargazers (VPAS) will be on-site to share their knowledge of the evening skies. Drop by just after sunset for a glimpse of the night sky (weather permitting). Second and fourth Friday of each month. Free. Riverview Farm Park. 105 City Farm Rd., Newport News, Va. (757) 886-7912.
Jack Mannequin: with Vedera, Fun. 7:30 p.m. $22. The Norva. 317 Monticello Ave. Norfolk, Va. (757) 622-5915.
Saturday 3/6
Moscow Festival Ballet: “Swan Lake” 2 p.m. $22-52. CNU Freeman Center. 1 University Pl. Newport News, Va.
Arts Café: Enjoy a changing array of live music and activities. Light hors d’oeuvres. Included in regular admission. 8 p.m. $7.50. Third Thursday each month. Peninsula Fine Arts Center. 101 Museum Dr. Newport News, Va. (757) 596-8175.
Sunday 3/7
Battle of Hampton Roads Juries Art Competition: In commemoration of the 148th anniversary of the great clash of the ironclads, The Mariners’ Museum and NOAA’s Monitor National Marine Sanctuary are sponsoring a juried youth art competition. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $13 for students. The Mariners’ Museum/USS Monitor Center. 100 Museum Dr., Newport News, Va. (757) 596-2222.
