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History and astronomy come together in a dazzling way at the Chesapeake Planetarium. From an historic standpoint, the facility is significant because it is the first planetarium built by a public school system in the state of Virginia. But this attraction also offers visitors a chance to gaze into the night sky and be amazed at the intricate patterns and formations that make up the constellations everyone has heard about. The staff is highly knowledgeable and can answer any questions you may have. Also, there are various lectures and special presentations on the schedule. And of course, the opportunity to see the stars up close is always available thanks to the high powered telescopes and other impressive equipment that is available here.

If you're a huge fan of live music, then the short drive to Portsmouth is really a pleasure when your destination is the Portsmouth Pavilion. This incredible entertainment venue is a thoroughly modern live music venue that offers a first-class experience from the first few notes to the final encore. Some of the more famous performers who have graced the stage here include Crosby, Stills & Nash, Aretha Franklin, the Beach Boys, Huey Lewis, Ringo Starr, and Tony Bennett, just to name a few. Check the website regularly for the latest concert and ticket information.

Let the good times roll for your family when you take them to the Greenbrier Family Skating Center. This is a state-of-the-art roller skating attraction that features a large skating floor, impressive lighting, an arcade room, a full-service snack bar and an excellent staff of pros whose goal is to provide you and your family with fun, safe environment in which to enjoy the music, the motion and the fun of roller skating.

A single tree offers a great place to relax and commune with nature. But at the Chesapeake Arboretum, there are so many trees that your senses will be overwhelmed–but in a good way! This 47-acre garden features a staggering number of trees and also does an admirable job of championing the importance of environmental awareness through various exhibits and attractions. The Chesapeake Arboretum originally opened its doors in 1996 and has been welcoming hundreds of visitors on a regular basis ever since.