Our picks for what’s happening in the Hampton Roads region:
Gearing up for school
2023 Back to School Block Party. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. The Urban League of Hampton Roads, 7300 Newport Ave., Suite 500, Norfolk. A kick off to the school year for students K-12, featuring food, games and a school supply giveaway. Free.
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Wing Warriors assemble!
Flavor Fight: Wing Showdown. 2 to 5 p.m. Saturday. Eight competitors with entries from spicy jalapeno to tangy BBQ. Capstan Bar Brewing Co., 2036 Exploration Way, Hampton. Tickets, $15.
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Fish Fry in Ptown
11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. What’s the best thing since sliced bread? Two pieces of sliced bread with crispy fried fish in the middle. Menu items include baked beans, mac and cheese and more. Prices vary. Bayside Harley Davidson, 2211 Frederick Blvd.,Portsmouth
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National Farmers Market Week
Yorktown Market Days: National Farmers Market Week kickoff. 8 a.m. to noon. Saturday. Riverwalk Landing, 331 Water St., Yorktown. This event features fresh produce aplenty and performances by Lana Puckett and Kim Person, followed by the Fifes and Drums of York Town. Free.757-890-5900; yorktownmarketdays.com.
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Trivia Time
Ultimate Foodie Trivia. 7 p.m. Aug. 9. Frothy Moon Brewhouse, 1826 Jamestown Road, Williamsburg. .
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The sweet smell of victory
One Sweet Night: Ultimate Dessert Competition. 6 to 9 p.m. Aug. 12. Local chefs go head-to-head, showcasing their best lavender-infused creations.Enjoy a dessert flight, lavender lemonade, live music and more. Under the Stars Farm, 7235 Putton Road, Gloucester.Tickets start at $10
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Come for the food, stay for the fun
Virginia Beach Street Food Festival. Advertised times are 2 p.m. Aug. 12 to 8 p.m. Aug. 13. The Shack, 712 Atlantic Ave., Virginia Beach. Foods from around the world, eating competitions, family fun zone, music and more; food items are $5 or less. Tickets start at $12.99. bit.ly/VBfoodfest2023
