by Jeff Maisey | Nov 22, 2017 | News, News & Views
By Jeff Maisey A decade ago Sandler Center for the Performing Arts debuted with a memorable concert by world renown cellist Itzhak Perlman. The gorgeous interior design, comfortable seating, sightlines, and sound quality of the new venue in Virginia Beach Town Center...
by Jeff Maisey | Nov 22, 2017 | News, News & Views
By Jeff Maisey At a time when national retailers are closing their brick-and-mortar operations due to increased competition online, several local businesses have found ways to succeed in the digital age. Norfolk-based NYFO Boutique is an upscale contemporary women’s...
by Jeff Maisey | Nov 20, 2017 | News & Views, Robotham
By Tom Robotham Every semester at Old Dominion University I teach a class called Sex, Culture & Media. My objective is to help students think critically about depictions of sexuality in the mass media and to consider the ways in which those depictions shape our...
by Jeff Maisey | Nov 20, 2017 | News & Views, Robotham
By Tom Robotham Last month, Peter Barbey—the owner of The Village Voice—announced his decision to put an end to the paper’s print edition. “The Voice,” he said, “will maintain its iconic progressive brand with its digital platform….” But for those of us of a...
by Jeff Maisey | Nov 18, 2017 | News, News & Views
Holiday Lights, Ice Skating & Parades Million Bulb Walk November 10-30 Norfolk Botanical Garden www.norfolkbotanicalgarden.org Merry Lights Merry Mile November 23 through December 31 2nd Street at the Oceanfront Cruise in your car through holidays...
by Jeff Maisey | Nov 18, 2017 | News, News & Views
By Michael Curry This is the mantra and enduring story of Sallie Grant DiVenuti and her late husband, Mark. That shared philosophy and commitment led to them become one of the most loving, caring and generous of parents. Together, Sallie and Mark fostered more...