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Zimbabwean Women Acapella Group, Nobuntu, Open American Theatre New Season

By Susan Smigielski Acker Leave a Comment

The voices of the Zimbabwean female acapella group, Nobuntu, will sing of African humbleness, love, unity, and family from a woman’s point of view.The concert is set for Oct. 7 at 8 p.m. Performances consist of the ladies' voices, minimal percussion, and traditional instruments such as Mbira, plus authentic dance movements. The group has performed around the world and … [Read more...] about Zimbabwean Women Acapella Group, Nobuntu, Open American Theatre New Season

CAN Foundation Presents Pop-Up Exhibit On View

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The CAN Foundation presents Made in Newport News: A Pop-Up Exhibition at City Center at Oyster Point.  The group exhibition features artists from and based in Newport News and artwork created in Newport News. There are select works from the CAN Collection. The exhibition also features the works of Wade Mickely, Karen Freidt, Andrew Samuel Harrison, Asa … [Read more...] about CAN Foundation Presents Pop-Up Exhibit On View

Folk Festival In Yorktown Offers Plenty of Music

By Scott Acker 2 Comments

Folk, Blues, Maritime, Rock and Roll, Celtic, Reggae will be featured at the 11th Annual Yorktown Folk Festival. This free festival will have music for the whole family. There will be five stages with local bands, musicians, storytellers and dancers. The event will take place at the Watermen’s Museum, Riverwalk Landing and York Hall along the shores of … [Read more...] about Folk Festival In Yorktown Offers Plenty of Music

Plastic Free July

By Susan Smigielski Acker Leave a Comment

Challenge yourself, family and friends to reduce plastic use in July. Single-use plastics are used for a few brief minutes, but they can persist in landfills or as litter for decades. They can break down into microplastics that contaminate our soil and water. This July, you can help reduce plastic pollution by making small changes in your daily life. There are … [Read more...] about Plastic Free July

Genetic Counseling for Hereditary Cancers: Empowering Patients 

By Susan Smigielski Acker Leave a Comment

Fifteen years ago, it was rare for someone to call an oncologist before they had a cancer diagnosis. Today, genetic counseling and testing are increasingly helping patients determine if they are at higher risk of developing cancer as a result of having a hereditary cancer syndrome.  Genetic testing for cancer has evolved over the last several years. With the … [Read more...] about Genetic Counseling for Hereditary Cancers: Empowering Patients 

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