This weekend in Suffolk, VA

Participants will gather at Suffolk Seaboard Coastline Shoulders Hill Station for a collaborative meetup. The meeting spot is the trail’s Driver side entrance, selected for easier parking and a smoother start.

The Woman’s Club of Windsor presents a community flea market featuring clothing, household goods, and more. Shoppers can browse for bargains while knowing that all proceeds support club initiatives, including the Little Free Pantry, scholarships for Windsor High School seniors, school supplies for Windsor schools, and additional efforts. Discover a new favorite find and contribute to these community programs at the same time.

At Skydive Suffolk, Alter Ego provides canopy coaching centered on safe piloting for skydivers of every experience level. Training focuses on traffic patterns and landings, along with practical exercises using different control inputs to manage the canopy in a range of conditions. Participants can work on reinforcing the basics or pursue more advanced canopy piloting skills. The Silver Course fulfills the canopy portion of the USPA B-License and offers the opportunity to complete the USPA B-License canopy card.

At the Suffolk Farmers Market, Virginia Cooperative Extension Master Gardener Volunteers host a friendly help desk on second Saturdays during the growing season to talk through gardening questions and share practical guidance for growing favorite plants. They offer science-based answers on topics such as invasive plants and insects, care for trees and shrubs, vegetable and flower gardening, soils and native plants, plant diseases, water runoff, wildlife conflicts, integrated pest management, and more. Visitors are welcome to bring plant or insect samples sealed in a zipper bag, and clear photos work well too. The team can also explain how to become a VCE Master Gardener and support community education efforts. Virginia Cooperative Extension is a partnership of Virginia Tech, Virginia State University, the U.S. Department of Agriculture, and local governments and is an equal opportunity employer. For disability-related assistance or accommodations, contact Andrea Slye with VCE City of Suffolk at 757-514-4337 during business hours. TDD number is 800-828-1120.

Ready to try pistol shooting? This beginner-focused First Steps Pistol Shooting session is designed for people new to pistol shooting, with experienced instructors guiding you and emphasizing safety throughout. Plan on a hands-on experience from late morning through early afternoon.

Hosted by The Salvation Army Suffolk Corps with support from Sinclair Communications, this community distribution offers backpacks packed with school supplies for students who need them, available as long as supplies remain. Students must be in kindergarten through 12th grade; pre-K is not included. A parent or guardian should bring an unexpired government-issued ID, proof of residency, and the child's birth certificate. Participation is limited to residents of Suffolk, Franklin, Smithfield, Isle of Wight, or Southampton.

Experience a Diagon Alley themed back to school bazaar at New Realm Brewing Co. in Suffolk. Browse a marketplace of local vendors with magical wares, fandom inspired crafts, and supplies for the year ahead. Discover your house with a Sorting Hat activity, capture memories at a do it yourself photo booth with themed backdrops, and enjoy craft brews and elixirs from New Realm as you explore. Admission is free, and all ages are welcome.

Join in for a high-energy, family-friendly air band jam where kids and families can “rock out” without any musical talent needed. You’ll have inflatable instruments, temporary tattoos, hair chalk, and stage-ready fun, then take the stage to lip-sync a favorite rock song, strike a pose for a future album cover photo, and cheer on other performers. Drop in anytime during the event window between 2:00 PM and 3:30 PM.

Parents can enjoy a break while children stay active at World Class Gymnastics Too. Open to ages 3 and up, this event features gymnastics games, pizza, a craft, and more. The cost is $30 per child. Space is limited.

Join for an annual Hunters for the Hungry charity 3D shoot. Shooters’ fees will be donated, and the event runs through the late morning at Kingsboro Bowmen Archery Club.

The Farmer’s Market at Bridgeport Suffolk returns with a vibrant mix of local farmers, crafters, musicians, and more. Explore goods from area growers and handmade creations from local artisans while enjoying a friendly community atmosphere.

Brian marks another year with a lighthearted birthday celebration at the Bridgeport Farmer's Market, taking place at Bridgeport Suffolk. The event description playfully asks for a hand getting him to the stage and even suggests bringing extra strength Tylenol.

W2W Proving Grounds offers a dedicated 4x4 obstacle playground with challenges that span from easy to demanding, giving drivers a place to practice and sharpen off-road skills. Many features are constructed from rubber tires, helping limit potential damage and providing a more forgiving surface if a line is not perfectly chosen. Tickets are sold per vehicle, and each vehicle may bring as many passengers as there are seat belts. Minors are not permitted. The session includes a drivers’ meeting and a wheeling kickoff to begin the experience on course.

At W2W Proving Grounds in Suffolk, VA, drivers can take their 4x4s through an obstacle area that ranges from easy lines to serious challenges. Most features are built with rubber tire elements, which helps cut down on the risk of damage and is more forgiving when a line is missed. It is a place to practice and refine off-road driving skills. Admission is per vehicle, and passenger count is limited to the number of available seatbelts. All participants must be adults. Ticket holders may arrive early to get their vehicles ready, and a driver briefing takes place before driving on the course begins.

Comedy Crash Course is a three-hour introductory workshop on the art of stand-up comedy. Professional comics will guide you on how to find humor in your own personal experiences. During the session, you’ll learn the basics of building and delivering stand-up comedy.

Join Pilgrim Bread founder Tylor Alexander for a craft-baking workshop focused on regional grains and sourdough techniques. You’ll learn baking methods for treats like cookies, scones, and more, with a welcoming community atmosphere where you can bake with intention.

Join us for a semi-formal book launch and gala celebrating the journey behind “Rebuilding Your Broken Life In 52 Days.” Enjoy an evening of dinner, dancing, and celebrating the steps toward a better life, with doors opening at 5:45 PM. Music will be featured as part of the lineup, and the event is for attendees age 15 and up.