Eviction Moratorium Extended
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Eviction Moratorium
Extended
On August 3, the CDC extended its eviction
moratorium through October 3 in areas with heightened levels
of COVID-19 transmission. Norfolk’s Neighborhood Services
continues to provide rental assistance and other support for low-income renters
with dependent children who are in
danger of eviction. An FAQ section
was established on the www.norfolk.
gov/evictionprevention webpage,
and is being promoted on social
media, to further assist residents
facing eviction.
2021 Neighborhood Expo Denby Park Bloomberg Asphalt Art
Project Update
Celebrate Norfolk’s diverse and unique neighborhoods
at Lakewood Park on September 11 from 11 a.m. to The 3rd Bloomberg
3 p.m. Festivities include food trucks, music, raffles, Asphalt Art project
exhibitors, entertainment and prizes. Bring a lawn artist, NSU alumni,
chair and dress comfortably as the event is entirely Britney Gatewood,
outdoors – light rain or shine. We’ll also hold our was selected to create
second annual community U.P.L.I.F.T. Awards to the last of the 3 Police
recognize Unity, Public Service, Leadership, Innovation, Patrol District murals.
Friendship and Teamwork. Nominations will be Britney will be painting
accepted through 5 p.m. August 27. with the community
For a full explanation of criteria and to find the in Denby Park on the
nomination form, visit www.norfolk.gov/expo. corner of San Antonio
ensured that all is in order
to prevent fires, as well as
Blvd. and E. Little Creek Rd. Sept. 22-24th. (Seeking to increase the likelihood of
volunteers). A community celebration is planned for survival should a blaze occur.
Sept. 25th.
Information about the thousands of inspections this
27 Arts Organizations Receive Grant hard-working team conducts each year is now available
Funding through the city’s portal, at data.norfolk.gov along with
a story, “An Ounce of Prevention,” that helps describe
The Norfolk Commission on the Arts and Humanities their work.
awarded grant funding to 27 non-profit organizations
for fiscal year 2022. These organizations bring the arts Fire inspections are crucial to fire safety, said Battalion
and culture to citizens of all ages and to every corner Chief Nicholas Nelson, “It’s a sense of reassurance. An
of the city. In FY20, arts and humanities nonprofit ounce of prevention goes a long way.”
organizations showed their creative resiliency. Even
in a difficult year, they pumped almost $6 million into Norfolk Public Library Nationally
the economy. There were 4,326 in-person and online Recognized for Innovative Program
events, reaching more than 205,000 people all over the
world. Norfolk Public Library is the recipient of the 2021
ABOS Preschool Outreach and School Services
Smile for the Camera! Inspirations Award for exemplary outreach services
to children and students. The award is sponsored by
Friday, August 13 was the sixth the Association of Bookmobile and Outreach Services.
annual City Hall Selfie Day The Youth Services Department took an innovative
sponsored by Engaging Local approach to the Read 1000 Books Before Kindergarten
Government Leaders. Team Norfolk for the public and created a version for Pre-K teachers
showed their “local gov love” by called Read 500 Books Before Kindergarten. NPL
submitting selfies to the Department partnered with 32 Norfolk Public Schools elementary
of Communications. A compilation schools. NPL purchased books for teacher classrooms
of selfies was put in video format and children. Teachers and students received incentives
and shared across city social media to read 500 books by the end
platforms. Way to represent, Team of the 2020-2021 school year.
Norfolk! To-date, more than 114,000
book titles have been read by
students.
Hot Data Now Available Through
Open Data Portal New Art Comes to
Accessible exits, lighted exit signs, fire extinguishers Ocean View
and working ventilation and fire suppression systems
— maybe not the first thing you think of when you An 8ft. tall, high fire glazed
head to a restaurant. Thankfully, Norfolk Fire-Rescue’s porcelain and tile mosaic
inspectors have thought of it, and inspected it, and sculpture “Chryshellis” by Eileen
Gay is complete and will be installed October 18-22. A Another 20% goes directly to the person portrayed in
dedication is planned for October 23, 10 a.m. the painting. Sales have totaled over $6,000 so far.
Norfolk Artist Featured at Norfolk Sneak Peek at New Public Art
Arts Offsite Gallery Figurative artist & sculptor Vinnie
Bagwell’s realistic bronze of
More than 100 people were in attendance for the
Richard A. Tucker is underway
opening of Norfolk Public Schools (NPS) Art Educator,
for the new Richard A. Tucker
Clayton Singleton’s “Norfolk Republic” Offsite Gallery
Memorial Library.
exhibition on view through 08/20. The exhibit was
created as a tribute to
Norfolk residents, both Get Your Game On!
past and present. Singleton
is using 20% of the total Recreation, Parks & Open Space
proceeds from art sales to offers Esports tournaments and
enhance art experiences leagues for youth and adults. The
for children in Norfolk next Rocket League Tournament is Sept. 17. Visit https://
through supply distribution www.norfolk.gov/5094/Esports for more information.
and art centered events.
NORFOLK HAPPENINGS
Welcome Home Parade for Keyshawn Davis Chrysler Museum’s Perry Glass Studio -
August 21 11:15AM @ Lambert's Point Recreation Center Hot Glass: Christmas in August
Due to expected inclement weather, the remarks portion of the August 21, 2021, 10:00AM - 5:00PM @ Perry Glass Studio
‘Welcome Home Parade’ event for lightweight division boxer It’s never too early to start planning for the holidays, right?
and Olympic Silver Medalist Keyshawn Davis will take place on Get a head start on the festivities by creating a colorful
Aug. 21 at 11:15 a.m. at the Lambert’s Point Recreation Center, blown-glass ornament this summer! Go with traditional
1251 W. 42nd Street. The parade processional is cancelled.
colors of the season or select something different and fun.
Ages 5+
Doors will open at 10:30 a.m. Face coverings are required while
in the facility. City officials, Keyshawn Davis and his family will
provide remarks. Visit www.norfolk.gov/play for more “Racial Inequality”Exhibit Opens at Offsite
information. Gallery
August 27, 5:00PM – 7:00PM @MacArthur Center
Men for Hope (Know Your Numbers) New exhibition “Racial Inequality” by local artist Theresa A.
August 21 9AM – 1PM @Norfolk Waterside Marriott Brown opens at the Offsite Gallery Suite 287, MacArthur
“Know Your Numbers” is free and open to the public. Men Center 08/27, 5-7 p.m.
For Hope encourages individuals to know the personal
numbers affecting their health, wellness and financial fitness. TGOV Beach Party (Bill Deal’s Original
The event includes health screenings and wellness screenings, Rhondels) [Beach Music]
financial literacy forums, business expo and panel discussions. August 27, 2021, 6:00PM - 9:30PM @ Ocean View Beach
Park
Norfolk Waterfront Jazz Festival presented by
Optima Health The Community Connect 2021 Resource Expo
August 21, 2021, 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM @ Town Point Park August 28, 2021, 12:00PM - 5:00PM 2600 E. Princess Anne
38TH ANNUAL NORFOLK WATERFRONT JAZZ Road
FESTIVAL Friday & Saturday, August 20th & 21st, 2021 Town A collaborative effort between Councilwoman Mamie
Point Park, Downtown Norfolk Waterfront, VA 5 p.m. - 11 Johnson, School Board Member Carlos Clanton, and multiple
p.m. daily. community partners, The Community Connect Resource
Expo will help residents learn more about the agencies and
services available to assist them with various needs.
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