🌊This Week in NFK: Oysters, World Beats, Kishi Bashi, Dracula, Udder Chaos, & More

As Planning Commission voted to recommend the casino project, they also advanced rules that would ban smoking on the property. Rip it. 

City Council will vote on a development certificate for the casino project this Tuesday. Rip it. 

Virginia ABC fired four directors as sales revenues continue declining. Rip it. 

Pedestrian deaths are surging in the region due to larger vehicles, lack of infrastructure, and speeding. Rip it. 

The federal government has unveiled its first comprehensive online resource about rising sea levels that features a sea level change explorer. Rip it. 

The Federal Emergency Management Agency recently made data on what are called “repetitive loss properties” available for the first time. Rip it. 

18 of 41 Norfolk schools were accredited with conditions, including three three high schools. Rip it. 

Norfolk celebrates 103 years of Blyden Branch Library, the first library in the City open to Black community members. Rip it. 

Universities across the state implemented new protesting rules, which critics say are too heavy-handed. Rip it. 

Here’s how Virginia is preparing the electric grid for the electric vehicle transition. Rip it. 

Norfolk-based Navy ships have been involved in the escalating conflict in the Middle East. Rip it. 

Sentara and EVMS have launched a new medical clinic to target sickle cell disease (SCD) from multiple disciplines. Rip it. 

SUMS, or sudden unusual mortality syndrome, is causing sweeping deaths in oyster farms and leaving scientists with a mystery. Rip it. 

The Osprey population around the Chesapeake Bay is a “canary in the coal mine” for ecological problems. Rip it. 

Coastal Virginia could lose the majority of its wetlands to sea level rise. Rip it. 

Virginia has been ranked the third loneliest state in the U.S. by the latest Household Pulse Survey. Rip it. 

The Elizabeth River Run 10k which tracks through Norfolk was dominated by Colonial Road Runners, who took five of the top eight men slots, and three of the top four women slots. Rip it. 

ODU’s backup quarterback Colton Joseph, a redshirt freshman, led the team to its first win of the season. Rip it.

Chrysler Museum hosts the World Beats Concert Series, starting next week with Les Zazous. Rip it. 

Kishi Bashi returns to Norfolk to play music from his latest album “Kantos” this Sunday. Rip it.

The Hermitage is now hiring artists for instructor positions at the Goode Family Visual Arts Center. Rip it. 

The Little Theater of Norfolk premiers Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street starting Friday. Rip it. 

Don Giovanni kicks off the Virginia Opera’s 50th season. Rip it.

Meet the Director of “Dracula; A Feminist Revenge Fantasy, Really!” before the show at Wells Theater. Rip it.

NEON Festival returns for the 9th year this October with art, fashion, music, food, and more. Rip it.

“Pneuhaus,” the Fourth Annual Public Arts Festival at ODU will feature large-scale inflatables that explore earth science. Rip it. 

The 47th Annual Old Dominion University Literary Festival takes place October 6th through the 11th with a lineup of writers from around the world. Rip it. 

Demons join CLOT, Porcupine, and Mercy Mission at Taphouse on the 21st. Rip it. 

Enjoy an evening of song and music while supporting GSA Student Artists at this upcoming fundraiser. Rip it. 

Currently on Display:
New Frames of Reference: Early French Photographers at Home and Abroad at Chrysler Museum. Rip it.
Hampton Boyer: Colors of Us at Chrysler Museum. Rip it.
James Baldwin: Celebrating a Legacy at Chrysler Museum. Rip it.
Do You See Me Now by Jackie Merritt at Offsite Gallery. Rip it.
The CAN Collection at Assembly. Rip it. 
ProximityNFK: A Juried Art Exhibition of Local Artists & Artworks Depicting Local Icons and Treasures at D’Art Center. Rip it.
Message in a Bottle: Picturing Maritime Culture in Hampton Roads at Barry Art Museum. Rip it.
Dollhaus: Reimagining the Domestic Space at Barry Art Museum. Rip it.
Perry Glass Art Collection at Glass Light. Rip it.
Works For Breast Cancer Awareness by Kim Keene at The Gallery At Elation. Rip it
“An American Abroad” at Hermitage Museum & Gardens. Rip it.

The Joint School of Public Health (JSPH), an academic partnership between ODU and NSU, has received approval from the State Council of Higher Education in Virginia. Rip it. 

Carnival Cruise Lines announced new cruises departing Norfolk for the 2026-2027 cruise season, with destinations in Bermuda and the Bahamas. Rip it. 

TCC is expanding its Skilled Trades Academy to accommodate training for more than 1800 students. Rip it. Rip it. 

Sentara is issuing 200 layoffs, including many local positions. Rip it. 

Retailers prepped for the impacts of the longshoreman strike at the Port of Virginia and other East Coast ports before it ended Thursday night. Rip it. 

Operations at the Norfolk International Terminals were fully halted by the strike but should return Friday morning. Rip it. 

Reports suggest that the port strike is caused panic buying by some folks in the region. Rip it. 

Pharmacist shortages are impacting the region as more pharmacies are shutting down across the region. Rip it. 

Virginia’s Commonwealth Cyber Initiative is training students in cybersecurity and offering services for free to some local businesses and organizations. Rip it. 

Nonstop flights from ORF to Phoenix kicked off this week. Rip it. 

Regional Economic Stats. Labor Stats.

The Hermitage Museum and Gardens get extra spooky on October 11th for the Hermitage Hallows Eve. Rip it. 

The West Ghent Civic League’s Fall Fest featuring a Hocus Pocus screening and 4th Annual Chili Competition is October 19th. Rip it. 

Don’t miss your chance to join Bhav Brigade for sunset yoga; the season ends soon! Rip it. 

The 34th Annual Virginia Children’s Festival takes over Town Point Park this weekend. Rip it. 

Last Fair Deal and Grateful Jed are bringing the jams to Toast later this month. Rip it. 

The Norfolk Innovation Corridor’s Norfolk Kickback lands at Afterglow Brewing this month. Rip it. 

Pierce the Veil is rocking Chartway Arena on November 27th. Rip it. 

Friday 10/04
Norfolk Run Club Friday Meetup at Yorgo's. 6:00 am. Rip it.
Bon Appetit: Food Business Forum and Vendor Fair at The Kroc Center. 9:00 am. Rip it.
Breakfast Club at Gather Norfolk. 9:30 am. Rip it.
Writers Coffee Break at Cafe Stella. 10:00 am. Rip it.
Ghent Farmers Market at Blair Middle School. 4:00 pm. Rip it.
Fiesta Friday at Blyden Branch Library. 4:00 pm. Rip it.
Steve Gudas performs live at Gershwin’s. 5:00 pm. Rip it.
Jarvis Griffin Piano Duo performs live at Varia. 6:00 pm. Rip it.
Friday Night Magic: Commander at Atlantis Games & Comics. 6:00 pm. Rip it.
Synnika Lofton Presents: Poetry for the People at The Muse Writers Center. 6:00 pm. Rip it.
Amy Kaus performs live at Maker's Craft Brewery. 6:00 pm. Rip it.
The Day the Earth Stood Still at Old Dominion University. 6:30 pm. Rip it.
Zoovies: Migration at Virginia Zoo. 6:30 pm. Rip it.
One Culture’s album release at Smartmouth Brewery. 6:30 pm. Rip it.
Come Home to Blyden: A Musical Celebration at Attucks Theatre. 7:00 pm. Rip it.
Carlton Baker performs live at Brother's. 7:00 pm. Rip it.
Don Giovanni performs live at Harrison Opera House. 7:30 pm. Rip it.
Kameron Marlowe at The NorVA. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street at Little Theatre of Norfolk. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
Tarrytown at Generic Theater. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
Goth Night at 37th & Zen. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
Henry Wilkins at Gershwin’s. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
Girl-Prov at Push Comedy Theater. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
Brandon Peter performs live at Grain. 9:00 pm. Rip it.
Jason Swain Solo performs live at Tap It Local. 9:00 pm. Rip it.
DJ Mista Nice performs live at Baxter's. 9:30 pm. Rip it.
Two Nuts at Push Comedy Theater. 10:00 pm. Rip it.

Saturday 10/05
Weekend Long Run with Ocean View Run Club. 7:15 am. Rip it.
Send It Saturday Morning Group Bike Ride at East Coast Bicycles. 8:00 am. Rip it.
East Beach/EOV Farmers Market at Bay Oaks Park. 9:00 am. Rip it.
Sky’s the Limit Yoga at Neptune's Fury . 9:00 am. Rip it.
Land Stewardship Workshop at The Colley Community Center. 9:00 am. Rip it.
2024 Virginia Children's Festival at Town Point Park. 10:00 am. Rip it.
Queer Writers Meet-up at Eleanor’s Norfolk. 10:00 am. Rip it.
Live Life Fresh Boom Box Bike Ride at Freshtopia. 10:30 am. Rip it.
BigForestFire performs live at Grain. 11:00 am. Rip it.
Come Home to Blyden: Community Day at Blyden Branch Library. 11:00 am. Rip it.
Yugioh Rage of the Abyss Premiere at Atlantis Games & Comics. 11:00 am. Rip it.
Living "Punkulent" Arrangement at Hermitage Museum and Gardens. 11:00 am. Rip it.
Oktoberfest at The Ghent Rooftop Bar. 12:00 pm. Rip it.
Oktoberfest at Bold Mariner at Bold Mariner. 12:00 pm. Rip it.
Latin Dance Class at Jordan-Newby Anchor Branch Library at Broad Creek. 12:00 pm. Rip it.
10th Anniversary Fall Crafted Market at The Annex. 12:00 pm. Rip it.
The Art of Breathing at Sky's the Limit Yoga Co.. 12:30 pm. Rip it.
Get Your Vote On: Voter Registration Drive with the League of Women at Slover Library. 1:00 pm. Rip it.
Twilight Market w/ Izzy’s Apothecary at Afterglow Brewing. 1:00 pm. Rip it.
Local Author Series at Richard A. Tucker Memorial Library. 1:30 pm. Rip it.
Lochhaven Resilience Walking Tour at Second Presbyterian Church Norfolk. 2:00 pm. Rip it.
Monarch Makes at the Barry Art Museum at Barry Art Museum. 2:00 pm. Rip it.
Pokémon Community Day Meet Up at Selden Market. 2:00 pm. Rip it.
Bloody Hands, Dirty Knives-The Horrors of Victorian Medicine tour at Elmwood Cemetery. 2:00 pm. Rip it.
Sing Showcase at The Attucks at Attucks Theatre. 4:00 pm. Rip it.
Arts at the Attucks: SING Showcase with The Norfolk Street Choir & Friends at Attucks Theatre. 4:00 pm. Rip it.
Paint the block Pink! at Starving Artist Cafe. 5:00 pm. Rip it.
Carlin Fields at Gershwin’s. 5:00 pm. Rip it.
Daniel Neale performs live at Benchtop Brewing. 6:00 pm. Rip it.
Ernest Whitehead performs live at Varia. 6:00 pm. Rip it.
Charlton Phaneuf/ The Charltones perform live at The Ghent Rooftop Bar. 6:00 pm. Rip it.
Daniel Neale performs live at Benchtop Brewing. 6:00 pm. Rip it.
Saturday Night Yu-Gi-Oh! at Atlantis Games & Comics. 6:30 pm. Rip it.
Nate Jackson: Super Funny World Tour at Chrysler Hall. 7:00 pm. Rip it.
Warehouse Live: Gardenia at Smartmouth Beer. 7:00 pm. Rip it.
Silent Disco at Waterside District. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
Tarrytown at Generic Theater. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
Haunted Norfolk Tours at Moses Myers House. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street at Little Theatre of Norfolk. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
Henry Wilkins at Gershwin’s. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
DJ SDOT, DJ Swoosh & DJ Mixology performs live at Waterside District Market Stage. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
Date Night at the Push Comedy Theater at Push Comedy Theater. 8:00 pm. Rip it.
Double entAndra performs live at Grain. 9:00 pm. Rip it.
DJ Grizzly performs live at Tap It Local. 9:00 pm. Rip it.
DJ GPP performs live at Baxter's. 9:30 pm. Rip it.
Off-Granby: The Musical! at Push Comedy Theater. 10:00 pm. Rip it.

Sunday 10/06
Ancient Futures: The 47th Annual ODU Literary Festival at Old Dominion University. 9:00 am. Rip it.
Slow and Steady Sunday Ride at Slow & Steady Bikes and Goods. 10:30 am. Rip it.
Lipgloss & Lashes Drag Brunch at 37th and Zen. 10:30 am. Rip it.
Community Care Clinic at Norfolk Karate Academy. 11:00 am. Rip it. Rip it.
Robbie Meade performs live at Grain. 11:00 am. Rip it. 
Self Care Sunday at Sky's The Limit Yoga Co. 11:30 am. Rip it.
Flow + Brunch at Yorgo's Bageldashery. 11:30 am. Rip it.
DJ GPP performs live at Baxter's. 12:30 pm. Rip it.
Sunday Weekly Pokemon League at Atlantis Games & Comics. 1:00 pm. Rip it.
Matt Holloman performs live at Benchtop Brewing. 6:00 pm. Rip it.
Sail Into Fall Aboard the American Rover REDUX at Waterside Marina. 2:00 pm. Rip it.
Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street at Little Theatre of Norfolk. 2:30 pm. Rip it.
Tarrytown at Generic Theater. 2:30 pm. Rip it.
Don Giovanni live at Harrison Opera House. 2:30 pm. Rip it.
Tour de ORF at Smartmouth Beer. 3:00 pm. Rip it.
The 47th Annual Old Dominion University Literary Festival at University Theatre. 4:00 pm. Rip it.
Stroll Into Fall Fest at East Beach Bayfront Club. 4:00 pm. Rip it.
Matt Holloman performs live at Benchtop Brewing. 6:00 pm. Rip it.
Troy Breslow performs live at The Ghent Rooftop Bar. 6:00 pm. Rip it.
LAVA Presents: Kishi Bashi w/ Sweet Loretta at The Annex. 7:00 pm. Rip it. 
Ray Clifton performs live at Grain. 7:30 pm. Rip it.

Grab some putt putt with your beer the next time you drop by Smartmouth. Bogey’s is open right next door. Rip it. 

Shoop Park’s new “Norfolk Smokehouse and Seafood Co” is delighting guests with smoked meats. Rip it. 

Udder Chaos is back at East Beach Farmers Market with a full lineup of meat cuts, as well as marrow, tongue, heart, liver, and more. Rip it. 

New in Norfolk: Smashers, a shop dedicated to the smash burger. Rip it. 

Want to impress your family over the holidays? Pickup a dessert from Codex. Rip it. 

The only thing better than a Commune burger is a double stacked Commune burger. Rip it. 

Pumpkin and autumn flavors have taken over the taps at the Veil. Rip it. 

Food Truck Sightings:
Friday:
Krazy Trompos at Maker’s Craft. Rip it.
Sour Street & Nacho Libre at Cova. Rip it.
Hades Wood Fired at Benchtop. Rip it.
Moontide Sundries at Afterglow. Rip it.
Ghost Kitchen at Smartmouth. Rip it.
Bar-q at Bold Mariner. Rip it.

Saturday:
Lit Auntie at Maker’s Craft. Rip it.
Weng’s & Sour Street at Cova. Rip it.
Pendulum at Benchtop. Rip it.
Flippin’ Hangy & Mockingbird Pasta Bar at Afterglow. Rip it.
Ghost Kitchen at Smartmouth. Rip it.
Bar-q at Bold Mariner. Rip it.

Sunday:
Hot Boxx at Maker’s Craft. Rip it.
Moontide at Cova. Rip it.
Avocargo at Benchtop. Rip it.
Mockingbird Pasta Bar at Afterglow. Rip it.
Ghost Kitchen at Smartmouth. Rip it.
Bar-q at Bold Mariner. Rip it.