The opening of farmers markets and more
Our picks for what’s happening in Hampton Roads:
Something new
Check out the new EZHomesteading Farmer’s Market this weekend behind FantomWorks Off-Grid. It will have local produce, food trucks, Peake Coffee, and other goodies and activities for the family. The season is yet to be determined. Stay tuned.
8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday. 2400 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk. 757-6090507. EZHomesteading.com
Isle of Wight County
Smithfield Farmers Market will kick off its season next month. Enjoy seasonal fruits and vegetables, baked goods, crafts and other great items. Some vendors include Heritage Vegetables and Produce, Sunrise Bakery and A Collective Effort.
9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturdays, April through October. 115 Main St., Smithfield. 757-357-2214. bit.ly/3JyFeEM
Family fun
Family Village Outdoor Markets is returning for another season. It features vegan foods, music, arts and other vendors. Shop local.
10 to 2 p.m. First three Saturdays of each month, April through October. United Methodist Church, 6870 Military Highway, Norfolk. familytreeva19@gmail.com. facebook.com/familyvillagefestival
New season, more shopping
Join Talbot Park Farmers Market for its season opening. Vendors include 8 Veterans Farms Honey, Klassic Doughnuts, Malia Nakai Jewelry, Peanut City Candle Co., Soup Love and others. Come rain or shine.
3 to 6 p.m. Wednesdays, April 5 through October and Nov.
19. Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, 6400 Newport Ave., Norfolk. 757-636-7922. norfolkvafarmersmarket.com
Near the Oceanfront
Visit the Old Beach Farmers Market. Pick up meats, artisanal breads, flowers and all sorts of goodies. Free parking in lots behind Wave Riding Vehicles.
9 a.m. to noon. Saturdays,
April 1 through Nov. 4; Nov. 18 and Dec. 16. 620 19th St., Virginia Beach. 757-428-5444. oldbeachfarmersmarket.com
Other events to explore
Chocolate and Beer Pairing:
7 to 9 p.m. March 30 Pleasure House Brewing, 2032 Pleasure House Road, Virginia Beach. 757-496 —0916. Tickets $20. bit. ly/401369w
Foodie Fridays with Vegan Kartel: Noon to 4 p.m. Fridays. Granma T’s, 4161 William Styron Square, Newport News. 757-5949868. bit.ly/3lledLI
Mimosa Fest: Noon. April 2. Waterside District, 333 Waterside Drive, Norfolk. 757-426-7433. Tickets start at $14.95. watersidedistrict.com/events
Pork ‘n Pinot Party: 3 to 7 p.m. April 2. Vintage Tavern, 1900 Governors Pointe Drive, Suffolk. 757-238-8808. Tickets $119. bit. ly/3FwgbQm
Rekaya Gibson, rekaya.gibson@ virginiamedia.com, 757-295-8809; on Twitter, @gibsonrekaya