December 2014


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Around Hampton Roads company plans to invest $29.9 million in Virginia Beach during the next three years.


Topgolf is the only entertainment center of its kind, offering competitive golfing games for all ages and skill levels and advanced technology to track players’ shots. Those who just want to relax can enjoy the upscale, laid-back ambiance that boasts more than 230 high-definition flat-screen TVs and an extensive food and beverage menu.


The first Topgolf to open in the United States is located in Alexandria. In April, the company announced plans to build in Loudoun County.


“Virginia Beach is an ideal location for Topgolf,” said Topgolf Real Estate Director Zach Shor. “The tourism industry is booming, and the local business economy is also very strong, with more than 20 international companies headquartered here. It’s just a great place to live and work, and we are thrilled for the opportunity to offer residents another option for entertainment.”


“This is an exciting announcement for the City of Virginia Beach and the entire region,” said Warren D. Harris, director, Virginia Beach Economic Development. “Topgolf is one of the nation’s most dynamic new entertainment concepts integrating technology with sports, recreation and dining. Virginia Beach is joining a select group of markets in the country welcoming Topgolf. This will definitely be an asset as we seek to attract and retain a talented workforce.”


The new three-level location, constructed by ARCO/Murray, will include up to 3,000 square feet of private event space and 102 climate-controlled hitting bays that can host up to six players at one time. Shor estimates that Topgolf Virginia Beach will serve approximately 450,000 visitors in its first year of operation. Nearly half of all Topgolf guests describe themselves as non-golfers.


The Virginia Beach Development Authority approved an Economic Development Investment Program grant in the amount of $300,000 based on the capital investment in the City.


Founded in 2000, Topgolf welcomed its 10 millionth visitor last November. Topgolf’s economic impact in its local communities is also remarkable, creating 450 full- and part-time jobs at each location and serving as an anchor tenant that tends to attract other popular franchises to the area. In fact, its economic output in Virginia Beach alone is expected to exceed $264.5 million over a 10-year period, according to a third-party audit.


Residents can track Topgolf’s site progress in Virginia Beach atfacebook.com/ topgolfvabeach and @topgolfvabeach on Twitter and Instagram.


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Holiday Shopping Safety Tips from Suffolk PD


SUFFOLK, VA - The holiday shopping season is here, when busy people can become careless and vulnerable to theft and other holiday crime. This year, the Suffolk Police Department will participate in the “Holiday on the Beat”, an initiative that will place officers in Suffolk’s high volume shopping districts. Areas include Harbourview, Bridge Road shopping corridor, Bennett’s Crossing, Plaza West, Godwin Boulevard shopping corridor, North Main Street shopping corridor, and the Downtown Business District.


The Suffolk Police Department is committed to keeping each and every citizen safe, and would like to offer these crime prevention tips to help you be more careful, prepared and aware during the holiday season.


Holiday crime prevention tips while shopping


• Stay alert to your surroundings and the people around you.


• Shop with a friend, there


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• Avoid carrying large amounts of cash.


• Pay for purchases with a check, credit or debit card.


• If possible, carry


only your driver’s license,


personal


checks, or necessary credit or debit cards.


Upcoming Events Email your free upcoming events to: events@hamptonroadsmessenger.com


Resume Workshop & Computer Tutoring (Adults) Event Date:


Monday - Thursday


12:00 - 1:30 PM & 2:00 - 3:30 PM Event location:


Barron F. Black Branch Library 6700 East Tanners Creek Drive, Norfolk, VA 23513 Contact info: (757) 441-5806


Hampton Branch NAACP Event Dates:


1st Monday of each month 7:00 PM excluding holidays Event Location: Bethel AME Church 94 Lincoln Street Hampton, VA 23663 Contact Info: 757-827-1768


Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) Weight Management Support Event Dates:


Mondays 5:30 PM (except holidays) Event location:


Norview Community Center 6380 Sewells Point Road Norfolk, VA Contact Info: 289-7088


Homework Help Event Dates:


Mondays – Thursdays 4pm-6pm Event location:


Horace C. Downing Branch Library 555 East Liberty Street Norfolk, VA 23523 Contact info: (757) 441-1968


Chesapeake Branch NAACP Monthly Meeting Event Dates:


First Tuesday of the Month 7pm-8pm Event location:


Providence United Church of Christ 2200 Vicker Avenue Chesapeake, VA Contact info: (757)485-8916


Job Readiness Classes Event Dates:


Every Thursday 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Event location:


Norfolk Workforce Development 201 East Little Creek Road Norfolk, VA 23505 Contact info: (757) 664-6000


Drawing 101 (Tweens & Teens) Event Dates:


Thursdays in November | 5 PM Event Location:


Park Place Branch Library 620 W. 29th Street Norfolk, VA 23508 Contact info: (757) 664-7330


NAMI Connection Veterans Support Group Event Dates:


1st Thursday of the Month 6;00-7:30pm Event location:


100 Medical Drive, Suite A Hampton, VA 23666 Contact info:


To RSVP: Monyka Ruiz 788-0049


Coupon Swap Event Dates:


Thursdays 11 AM - 7 PM Event location:


Little Creek Branch Library


7853 Tarpon Place | Norfolk 23518 Contact info: (757) 441-1751


Portsmouth Branch NAACP Event Dates: Monthly Meeting


2nd Monday of the month 7:00 p.m.


Event location:


New Bethel Baptist Church 4212 Greenwood Drive Portsmouth, Va. Contact info: 757-465-9180


Norfolk Branch NAACP Meeting Event Dates:


2nd Monday of the month 7:00pm-8:00pm Event location:


Huntersville Community Center 830 Goff Street Norfolk, VA Contact info: 757 627-1096


Virginia Beach NAACP Meeting Event Dates:


Second Monday of the month 7:00pm


Event location:


868 North Newtown Rd Suite 101


Virginia Beach, VA Contact info: 757-490-7799


Santa's Attic Craft Show Event Dates:


December 11 & 12, 2014 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM


Thursday 12-5pm Friday 10am-6pm Event location:


City Hall | 22 Lincoln Street Hampton, VA 23669 Contact info: 757-727-6784


Learning on Laptops: Homework Help (ages 12-18) Event Dates:


First Thursday of each month 6-8 p.m. excluding holidays Event location: Grissom Library 366 Deshazor Drive Newport News, VA 23608 Contact info: 757-369-3190


First Friday in Olde Towne Portsmouth Event Dates:


First Friday of the month 5 pm – 8 pm Event location:


Olde Towne Portsmouth High Street Contact info: Katie Cross (757) 397-8473


BMX racing at Gosnold's Hope Park Event Dates:


Saturday, Dec. 13, 20, 27 6:30 PM Event location:


Gosnold's Hope Park 901 E. Little Back River Road Hampton, VA 23669 Contact info: 757-951-6175


Hampton Holly Days Parade Event Dates:


Saturday, December 13 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM Event location: Downtown Hampton Hampton, VA 23669 Contact info: 757-727-8311


Suffolk Holiday Parade Event Dates:


Saturday, December 13, 2014, at 7pm Event location: Downtown Suffolk Contact info: 757.514.7267


Olde Towne Portsmouth Holiday Music Festival Event Dates:


Saturday, December 13, 2014 (12:00 PM-6:00 PM) Event location: 200 High Street Portsmouth, VA 23704 (757) 393-8481


NCNW Norfolk Section Meeting Event Dates:


2nd Saturday of the month 10:30 am Event location:


Oakmont Family Investment Center 7241 Oakmont Drive Norfolk, VA Contact info: 757-701-9819


Charm Bracelet Workshop (School Age & Teens) Event Dates:


Wednesday, December 17 4:30 PM Event location:


Horace C. Downing Branch Library 555 E. Liberty Street, Norfolk, VA 23523 Contact info: (757) 441-1968


Charm Bracelet Workshop (School Age & Teens) Event Dates:


Wednesday, December 17 4:30 PM Event location:


Horace C. Downing Branch Library 555 E. Liberty Street, Norfolk, VA 23523


Contact info: (757) 441-1968


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Send us your upcoming Free events and you may see them here!


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Newport News Branch NAACP Event Dates: Monthly Meeting


2nd Thursday of the month | 7:00 pm Newport News Community Center 605 South Ave, Newport News, VA Contact info:


757-532-9486 | 757-532-4701 (text)


Sisters Network of Southeastern VA Support Meetings Event Dates:


3rd Sunday of every month Event location:


5606 Virginia Beach Blvd Bldg. A, Ste. 201


Virginia Beach, VA 23462 Contact info:


Deborah Hunt 757-536-6555


Grief and Loss: Bereavement Support Group Event Dates:


4th Thursday of Each Month Event location:


Mary Immaculate Hospital, Heart Center Waiting Room, 2 Bernardine Drive, Newport News, VA Contact info:


Charles Chappell 886-6934 Advertise in the


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