Wednesday, May 1

MEETING – The May meeting of the Col. William Allen Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution, will be at noon at Dock of the Bay restaurant in Carrollton. The chapter will have a Memorial Service and induct two new members. Jane Amelon, District 1 director, attend to present chapter awards from Virginia DAR. 

Thursday, May 2

SUICIDE PREVENTION – Camp Community College’s Renaissance program will host a free lecture by Dr. Tara Atkins-Brady Center at the college’s Smithfield center, 253 James St., 6:30-8 p.m. For information email wmiller-edwards@pdc.edu.

BINGO – American Legion Post 49 will hold a community bingo game at 7 p.m. at 818 S. Church St., Smithfield. Regular and special games payouts of up to $60; some progressive games

are paying over $1,000 jackpots. Doors open at 5 p.m.; card sales begin at 6. Sandwiches and snacks are available. For up-to-date information (in case of inclement weather, etc.) check the post’s Facebook page (Post49SmithfieldVA) or call 757-357-9239.

Friday, May 3

ICE CREAM SOCIAL – Exp Realty will host a “Sprinkling Generosity” Ice Cream Social at Smithfield Ice Cream Parlor, 208 Main St., 5:30-7:30 p.m. to benefit the Loaves and Fishes Food Pantry at Ebenezer United Methodist Church. Attendees are encouraged to bring a critically needed food item to help the pantry serve underprivileged people. For information, email sean.cimilluca@exprealty.com

Saturday, May 4

PLANT SALE – Western Tidewater Master Gardeners’ annual Plant Sale will be 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at Blackwater Regional Library’s Carrollton Branch, 14362 New Town Haven Lane. Rain date is May 11. Cash or check only. Find their Facebook group at WTMGVA.

MAY MARKET – GFWC Junto Women’s Club will host its annual May Market 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Oakland Christian Church, 5641 Godwin Blvd., Suffolk. For information visit magnificentmaymarket@gmail.com

WORLD FAMOUS CHICK-A-QUE – 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at Benn’s United Methodist Church, 14571 Benns Church Blvd., Smithfield. Half of a NC-style BBQ chicken, baked beans, cole slaw, roll for $12. Drive-thru pickup only. Desserts available in the drive-thru line for $1 each. Advance tickets are recommended, as the event is usually a sell-out. Call 757-357-3373 for tickets. 

SPRING YARD AND BAKE SALE – The American Legion Auxiliary will hold its Spring Yard and Bake Sale 8 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Legion post, 818 S. Church St., Smithfield. To donate items, call Elizabeth Shepherd at 757-357-9683 or 757-870-5443. All proceeds are used for Auxiliary programs to support local veterans, children and the community. 

TREE WALKS – 9-10 a.m. at Windsor Castle Park, 705 Cedar St. Participants will join a certified arborist for a leisurely walk to identify trees around the park. Limited to 20 participants. Meet at the kayak launch to start the tour. Admission is free.

BATTLE OF SMITHFIELD LECTURE – At 2 p.m., the Isle of Wight County Museum will mark the 160th anniversary recounting of “the Town of Smithfield’s most dramatic event,” a two-day engagement between Union and Confederate troops that saw artillery and musket fire reverberating up and down Main Street. Meet at the museum, 103 Main St., for a brief overview of the Civil War battle before taking a walk along Main Street to several sites associated with the events from Jan. 30 to Feb. 2, 1864. For information call 757-356-1223 or visit www.historicisleofwight.com

Sunday, May 5

GUEST SINGERS – Potter’s Will will perform during 11 a.m. worship at Whitehead’s Grove Baptist Church, 18366 Benns Church Blvd., Smithfield. A love offering will be received at the end of service, and a luncheon will follow. 

WINDSOR CASTLE WALKING TOUR – 2 p.m. From the site’s pre-colonial existence to the present day, Windsor Castle tells the history of the development of Smithfield. Participants will take a walking tour through history by exploring the house and several of the outbuildings. Meet on the front steps of Windsor Castle, 301 Jericho Road, Smithfield. $5 per person. Reserve a spot at www.windsorcastlepark.com/walkingtours.html.

Tuesday, May 7

REVERSE JOB FAIR – Isle of Wight County Schools will host a Reverse Job Fair 9 a.m.-1 p.m.at The Smithfield Center 220 N. Church St. Lunch will be provided. To register visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd-iX4gMyIMDfTCoyNxBt5IHRFvS12cyExBNQ8pT-vlsO5ERQ/viewform

LEGION MEETING – American Legion Post 49 of Smithfield will hold its monthly membership meeting at 818 S. Church St. Social hour begins at 5 p.m., dinner at 6 and business meeting at 7. Current and former Legionnaires are encouraged to attend. Qualifying veterans are invited to attend and learn more about the local post. For information call 757-357-9239.

Thursday, May 9

BINGO – American Legion Post 49 will hold a community bingo game at 7 p.m. at 818 S. Church St., Smithfield. Regular and special games payouts of up to $60; some progressive games

are paying over $1,000 jackpots. Doors open at 5 p.m.; card sales begin at 6. Sandwiches and snacks are available. For up-to-date information (in case of inclement weather, etc.) check the post’s Facebook page (Post49SmithfieldVA) or call 757-357-9239.

Saturday, May 11

JOSIAH PARKER’S 273rd BIRTHDAY – 2 p.m. at  Isle of Wight County Museum, 103 Main St., Smithfield, a free lecuture on Josiah Parker, an American politician, Revolutionary War officer and Virginia planter who served in the U.S. House of Representatives. For information call 757-356-1223 or visit www.historicisleofwight.com

FIELD DAY – Isle of Wight County Parks and Recreation will host its third annual field day for adults with disabilities and their families and friends 1-4 p.m. at Nike Park, 13036 Nike Park Road, Carrollton. Games, activities, food trucks and representatives from area organizations. The event is free. For information contact Jaimie Belch at 757-365-1663 or jbelch@isleofwightus.net.

CIGARS & BOURBON – The Torched Leafe will hold a Cigar & Bourbon event 4-7 p.m. at Cypress Creek Golfers Club to benefit the Safe House Project, which works to combat child trafficking. Tickets are available for $70 each at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-torched-leaf-cigar-bourbon-event-tickets-848722220007?aff=oddtdtcreator

CRAFT SHOW – Carrollton Holiness Church, 16144 Carrollton Blvd., will host a Craft Show in the church fellowship hall 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Baked goods also will be sold. All proceeds will go to the future Gilgal Women’s Center Maternity Home. For information call 757-620-1212 or email wendyjeffers@msn.com 

Sunday, May 12

SUNDAYS AT FOUR – The concert series will present the Tidewater Cello Ensemble at 4 p.m. at Christ Episcopal Church, 111 S. Church St., Smithfield, sponsored by Joanne and Wayne Willis. The high school cellists and their teachers just returned from a tour of Germany and Austria. They will perform a variety of their favorite musical genres, ranging from classical to fiddle tunes. No tickets are required, but a contribution is requested to help support the performers. For information call 757-675-5777.

Monday, May 13

EMOTIONAL HEALTH EXPO – The Smithfield Rotary Club’s Vibrant Emotional Health Expo will be held 6-8 p.m. at The Smithfield Center, 220 N. Church St. The free event’s intent is to connect Isle of Wight County citizens who might not otherwise have the ability or know how to reach out for help with the providers and organizations that can provide aid and knowledge about creating positive emotional health. The expo will be organized to enable the participants to move freely among the vendors to gain insight and advice. For information, see the Smithfield Rotary Club Facebook page or call Joseph Johnson at 757-810-0883.

Tuesday, May 14

FREE THROW CONTEST – Isle of Wight County Parks and Recreation will hold a free throw contest at the Windsor Town Center, 23361 Courthouse Highway. Online registration will close May 7. The cost of registration is $2 for youth (17 years old and under), $4 for adults (18-54) and $2 for seniors (55 and over). For information, contact Michelle Gallegos at 757-242-8513 or mgallegos@isleofwightus.net.

Wednesday, May 15

VMI IN THE CIVIL WAR – The Isle of Wight County Museum, 103 Main St., Smithfield, will host a Lunch & Learn on Virginia Military Institute’s role in the Civil War. The lecturer is Peter Underwood, a Suffolk native, VMI graduate, retired Marine Corps officer, history professor at the U.S. Naval Academy and professor of policy and strategy at the U.S. Naval War College. For information call 757-356-1223 or visit www.historicisleofwight.com

Thursday, May 16

FISH FRY – The Isle of Wight County Commission on Aging will hold its Annual Fish Fry 10 a.m.-1 p.m at The Smithfield Center, 220 N. Church St., with doors opening at 9 a.m. Tickets will be available beginning April 15 for $7 at Nike Park, AmeriCare Plus, Windsor True Value and Smithfield’s visitors center (exact change only). The event will include food, bingo and prizes. For information, contact Marisa Taylor at 757-357-5951 or mtaylor@isleofwightus.net.

DRAWING DAY – The Isle of Wight County Museum, 103 Main St., Smithfield, will celebrate Drawing Day 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Pack a pencil, charcoal or crayons to sketch something on display. Free admission for all artists – professional, aspiring or beginners. For information call 757-356-1223 or visit www.historicisleofwight.com

BINGO – American Legion Post 49 will hold a community bingo game at 7 p.m. at 818 S. Church St., Smithfield. Regular and special games payouts of up to $60; some progressive games

are paying over $1,000 jackpots. Doors open at 5 p.m.; card sales begin at 6. Sandwiches and snacks are available. For up-to-date information (in case of inclement weather, etc.) check the post’s Facebook page (Post49SmithfieldVA) or call 757-357-9239.

Thursday, May 23

BINGO – American Legion Post 49 will hold a community bingo game at 7 p.m. at 818 S. Church St., Smithfield. Regular and special games payouts of up to $60; some progressive games

are paying over $1,000 jackpots. Doors open at 5 p.m.; card sales begin at 6. Sandwiches and snacks are available. For up-to-date information (in case of inclement weather, etc.) check the post’s Facebook page (Post49SmithfieldVA) or call 757-357-9239.

Thursday, May 30

BINGO – American Legion Post 49 will hold a community bingo game at 7 p.m. at 818 S. Church St., Smithfield. Regular and special games payouts of up to $60; some progressive games

are paying over $1,000 jackpots. Doors open at 5 p.m.; card sales begin at 6. Sandwiches and snacks are available. For up-to-date information (in case of inclement weather, etc.) check the post’s Facebook page (Post49SmithfieldVA) or call 757-357-9239.

ONGOING AND UPCOMING

THE SOUND OF MUSIC – Performances at The Smithfield Little Theatre continue through May 19 with Thursday, Friday and Saturday shows at 8 p.m. and Sunday shows at 2:30 p.m. The Broadway musical is based on the memoir of Maria Augusta Trapp, an ebullient postulate who serves as governess to the seven children of the imperious Captain Von Trapp as the forces of Nazism take hold in Austria. Buy tickets at https://www.smithfieldlittletheatre.org/.

MUSICAL – Smithfield High School Spring Musical. We will be showing Chicago: Teen Edition May 17 at 6 p.m, May 18th at 2 and 7 p.m. located at 14171 Turner Dr. Smithfield, VA

COURT DAY – The 1750 Isle of Wight Courthouse, 130 Main St., will reenact a historic court case, “Widow Rand Seeks Justice,” in conjunction with the Smithfield Arts Festival on May 18. The play is directed by Julian Bouchard. Performances are set for 10 a.m., 11 a.m., noon, 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased at 1750courthouse.com. Children ages 6 and under will be admitted free. At 4:30 p.m. on the same day, the board of Historic Smithfield will transfer the property deed to the 1750 Isle of Wight County Courthouse.

SMITHFIELD ARTS FESTIVAL – May 18, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. along Main Street. Enjoy visual, performing, literary and culinary arts. Admission is free. For information call 757- 357- 5182.

YOGA CLASSES – Isle of Wight Parks and Recreation will sponsor yoga classes 6:30-7:30 p.m. each Wednesday through June 12 at Windsor Town Center, 23361 Courthouse Highway. All yoga levels are accepted. Cost is $10 per class. Drop-in registration is welcome until 6 p.m. For information, contact Michelle Gallegos at 757-242-8513 or mgallegos@isleofwightus.net.

CRUISE-IN SERIES – Smithfield Ruritan Cruise-In Series is held the first Friday of the month through October, 5-8 p.m. at the Joseph W. Luter Jr. Sports Complex, 900 W. Main St., Smithfield. Free admission. For information email badtriump@yahoo.com

ADULT DAY CAMP – Registration is open for Isle of Wight County Parks and Recreation’s Sunny Smiles Day Camp July 29-Aug. 8 for adults with disabilities ages 18 and up. Activities will include group games, arts and crafts, field trips, and physical and outdoor activities aimed at enhancing independence and self-esteem. Camp sessions scheduled Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., at Nike Park Recreation Hall, 13036 Nike Park Road, Carrollton. The cost is $50 per week. For more information and how to register, contact Jaimie Belch, certified therapeutic recreation specialist, at 757-365-1663 or jbelch@isleofwightus.net. 

GOP MEETING – The Isle of Wight Republican Committee General Meeting is held every fourth Monday at 7 p.m. at the Isle of Wight Ruritan Club, 17011 Courthouse Hwy., Windsor.

PDCCC REGISTRATION – Registration continues for Paul D. Camp Community College’s fall 2024 semester, which begins Aug. 21. Visit pdc.edu/growmyfuture to connect with an adviser or visit the Office of Admissions 8 a.m.-5 p.m. weekdays on the Franklin and Suffolk campuses. For the Smithfield campus, call 757-925-6340 for available advising hours. G3 assistance is available for those entering early-childhood education, health care, information technology, public safety or skilled trades programs. Financial aid and scholarships are also available by billing out the Free Application for Student Aid or FAFSA (use Camp’s school code – 009159) or by applying for a scholarship at pdc.edu/attend/paying-for-college/scholarships/. The deadline to apply for a scholarship is April 29.

CEC JAM – 7:30-9:30 a.m. each Saturday at Christ Episcopal Church. Musicians and “musicians in progress” get together to play and sing a wide range of music, including the Beatles, Eagles, Frank Sinatra, gospel, blues, Pearl Jam and CCR, to name a few. Musicians include people just learning to play the guitar up to lead mentor Lee Harper of the Isle of Wight Guitar Studio. The lyrics and chords are displayed on a large screen near the “Gene Lowery” stage in the church parish hall. Participants are invited to bring their favorite instrument and make a joyful noise. Admission is free. For details call 757-675-5777.

1750 ISLE OF WIGHT COURTHOUSE – The historic courthouse on Main Street in Smithfield is open Sunday-Thursday 1-4 p.m., Fridays 11 a.m.-4 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. March through December.

SMITHFIELD RURITAN CLUB – The Smithfield Ruritan Club meets the second Tuesday of every month at Smithfield Station. Social hour is at 6 p.m., dinner at 6:30 p.m. and meeting starts at 7 p.m.

ROTARY CLUB OF SMITHFIELD – The traditional club holds its membership meetings each Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at Smithfield Station, 415 S. Church St. The Rotary Happy Hour Club 

meets the first and third Tuesdays of each month at Red Point Taphouse, 803 S Church St.

VFW MEETINGS – Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8545 holds its general meetings the second Wednesday of each month. Dinner is served from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Cost $11. Meeting is open to the community to meet their local comrades. Members-only meeting begins at 7:30 p.m.

COFFEE WITH THE PASTOR – Every Wednesday 9 a.m.-noon at Cure coffee shop on Church Street in Smithfield with pastor Chris Andress of Bethany United Methodist Church.

KAYAK RENTALS – Windsor Castle Park, 705 Cedar St., Smithfield. The free launch is open 365 days a year. The park offers kayak rentals using a self-service kiosk. The rate is $25 for two hours and includes a life jacket. To use the kiosk, first download the Rent.Fun app and create an account. Next, scan the code on the lock to unlock the kiosk and remove your kayak, paddle and life jacket. Return your equipment within the two-hour limit and select “End Rental” in the app. Go to WindsorCastlePark.com for more rules and safety tips. ,

VETERANS SERVICE OFFICER – Joe Grocki is available at Smithfield American Legion Post 49, 818 S. Church St. in Smithfield, on Mondays 9-11 a.m. He is available to assist any military veteran who has questions about their benefits, issues with discharge paperwork or needs assistance filing claims with Veterans Affairs. Appointments can be made by calling 757-357-9239.

SMITHFIELD FARMERS MARKET – Saturdays 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. April through October. Enjoy fresh, local produce, live music, specialty foods and more in the BSV parking lot, 115 Main St. For information call 757-357-5182.

MANNA – 5:30-7 p.m. every Tuesday at Healing Waters Worship Center, 12172 Smith’s Neck Road, Carrollton. Drive-thru free groceries to all in need. Visit www.hwwcnow.org for more information.

FOOD DISTRIBUTION – Isle of Wight Christian Outreach is offering extended hours for food distribution Mondays from 4-6:30 p.m. This is in addition to the regular Monday, Wednesday and Friday 11 a.m.-3 p.m. distribution. Call 757-356-9267 for information. The mission is located at 402 Grace St. in Smithfield. 

MOBILE FOOD PANTRY – Second Thursday of each month at the Luter Sports Complex. Sponsored by the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia.

ISLE OF WIGHT COUNTY MUSEUM – Open 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday through Saturday and noon-4 p.m. on Sunday. Admission is $2 for ages 18 and up. Interpreting local history, the museum’s exhibits include prehistoric fossils, Native American and Colonial artifacts, a country store and the museum’s most notable artifact — the world’s oldest, edible cured ham. The 1902 pork product exemplifies the patented Smithfield curing process. 

FIELD TRIPS IN ISLE OF WIGHT – Choose from several categories, including History, Art, Agriculture and Plants and Animals. Visit https://www.genuinesmithfieldva.com/events/detail/410/family-field-trip—plants-and-animals/80721

COMMONWEALTH CATHOLIC CHARITIES – Has launched a street outreach program to pair those experiencing homelessness with resources available to them in Western Tidewater. To refer someone in need, contact Ashli Hill, case worker, at 804-546-7529 or the Regional Housing Crisis Hotline at 757-587-4202.