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Good morning, Scoopers!
It’s a feel-good week in Suffolk. We’ve got Mother’s Day plans, protected green space, volleyball champs, health care growth, and a big shoutout to Lieutenant Brian Moody, Suffolk’s 2026 Paramedic of the Year.
In this Suffolk Scoop Issue…
🌦️ Weather
🌲 Virginia protects hundreds of acres in Suffolk
🏥 Bon Secours expands its Suffolk footprint
🏐 Middle school volleyball champs are crowned
💐 Special Mother’s Day Weekend Guide
📅 Upcoming local events
Let’s get into it 👇
🏥 Bon Secours Expands in Suffolk
The News: Bon Secours has completed a major 100,000-square-foot expansion at its Suffolk facility. The upgrades include 4 new operating rooms, 18 private patient rooms, a redesigned surgery pre-op and recovery area, plus updates to the emergency department and imaging center.
Why It Matters: More space and services mean Suffolk residents can get more care closer to home, without always having to travel outside the city.
👉 The Move: If you use Bon Secours locally, check what new services and upgrades are now available right here in Suffolk.
🌲 Virginia Protects Hundreds of Acres in Suffolk
The News: Virginia officials have purchased about 870 acres of forests and wetlands in Suffolk to help protect wildlife habitat and restore longleaf pine forests.
Why It Matters: The land helps protect wetlands, wildlife, and natural areas connected to the Great Dismal Swamp region. It also helps preserve green space as Suffolk continues to grow.
👉 The Move: Suffolk is growing fast, but projects like this help make sure nature is protected too. Another reminder that development and conservation are both shaping the city’s future.
🏐 Middle School Volleyball Champs Crowned
Photo Via: Suffolk VA Public Schools (FaceBook)
Photo Via: Suffolk VA Public Schools (FaceBook)
The News: Forest Glen Middle School’s boys volleyball team and King’s Fork Middle School’s girls volleyball team won the citywide Middle School Volleyball Championships.
Why It Matters: It’s a big win for these student-athletes, coaches, and school communities after a season of hard work and teamwork.
👉 The Move: Congrats to both teams on bringing home the title. Suffolk’s next generation of athletes is already making noise.
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💐Mother’s Day weekend is here, Suffolk.
Whether you’re planning brunch, tea, mimosas, shopping, or a full day out with Mom, there are plenty of local ways to celebrate. Here are a few picks to help you make the weekend feel special.
Friday, May 8
Mother’s Day Tea Weekend – Stillwater Tea House – 11:30 AM, 1:30 PM, 3:30 PM & 6:00 PM. Treat Mom to a themed tea experience with multiple seating times throughout the weekend. Reservations required, so book ahead.
Chocolate Covered Strawberries – Sugar Mama’s Bakeshoppe – Walk-in only Friday & Saturday. A sweet grab-and-go option for anyone who wants to treat Mom without overthinking it. Half dozen and full dozen boxes available while they last.
Saturday, May 9
Mother’s Day Tea Weekend – Stillwater Tea House – 11:30 AM, 1:30 PM, 3:30 PM & 6:00 PM. Stillwater’s special tea weekend continues Saturday with themed teas and a full Mother’s Day menu.
Mother’s Day Craft Fair – Happy Hour Glass Works – 10:00 AM–2:00 PM
Shop local gifts, handmade items, and creative finds just in time for Mother’s Day.
Mother’s Day Market – Nansemond Brewing Station – 10:00 AM–2:00 PM
A local market stop with vendors, shopping, and a good excuse to make Saturday feel like a mini outing.
The Pink Box Mother’s Day Special – The Pink Box – 10:00 AM–5:00 PM
Cupcake special: 6 for $14. Because flowers are nice, but cupcakes rarely miss.
Mom Prom: MAMMA MIA! – New Realm Brewing Co. Suffolk – 6:00–10:00 PM
A fun night out with music, dancing, and full “Mom deserves a night off” energy.
Sunday, May 10
Mother’s Day & Mimosas Farmers’ Market Kickoff – Bridgeport Suffolk – 9:00 AM–1:00 PM. Start Mother’s Day with local vendors, market finds, and mimosas at Bridgeport Suffolk.
Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet – Vintage Tavern – 9:00 AM–2:30 PM
Dinner service runs 3:00–8:00 PM. Reservations recommended.
Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet – River Stone Chophouse – 9:00 AM–2:45 PM
Mother’s Day dinner begins at 4:00 PM. Reservations are a smart move here, too.
Mother’s Day Brunch – Harper’s Table – Reservations online
A cozy brunch option for celebrating Mom with good food and a local favorite feel.
Mother’s Day Sunday Brunch – Rennee’s Restaurant & Lounge – 10:00 AM–3:00 PM
Food specials, drink specials, great music, and $25 mimosa buckets. RSVP: 757-809-3344.
Mother’s Day Tea Weekend – Stillwater Tea House – 11:30 AM, 1:30 PM, 3:30 PM & 6:00 PM
The final day of Stillwater’s Mother’s Day Tea Weekend. Reservations required.
Mother’s Day Bloomfest – New Realm Brewing Co. Suffolk – 11:00 AM–6:00 PM
A Sunday celebration with Mother’s Day vibes, local fun, and plenty of room to hang out.
Rooftop Wine Tasting: A Mother’s Day Evening Escape – The Silos & Westside – 3:00 PM. A rooftop wine tasting option for a more relaxed Mother’s Day evening.
Mother’s Day Specials – Il Paesano Pizza and Grill – Dine in or call ahead for availability
A casual option for anyone who wants to skip the big brunch scene and still treat Mom.
Quick heads up: reservations may fill up fast, so don’t wait too long. Mom deserves better than the “we’ll figure it out morning” plan.
🐾 Help Pets in Need at Suffolk Walmart
📅 Pet Food Drive at Suffolk Walmart
Join the Suffolk Sheriff’s Office at Walmart on North Main Street and College Drive for a pet food drive supporting the Suffolk Humane Society.
👉 The Move: Pick up an extra item while you shop and help pets in need.
⚓ Living History Weekend in Suffolk
Step back to 1778 at a Living History Weekend coming to Suffolk.
📍 Riddick’s Folly Museum Grounds
🗓️ May 16–17 | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Expect costumed interpreters, a Revolutionary War Navy camp, live demos, and interactive experiences throughout the day.
👉 The Move: Free and open to the public. Easy one to lock in now for May.
Saturday, May 9
Happy 250th Birthday America – Miss Lilly’s Trading Post – 8:30 AM–5:00 PM
Goat Milk Soap Pop-Up – Tractor Supply Co. on Pruden Blvd. – 9:00 AM–1:00 PM
Kings Fork Farm Spring Craft Fair – Kings Fork Farm Activity Center – 9:00 AM–2:00 PM
Kings Fork Farm Spring Festival – Kings Fork Farm Community – 9:00 AM–2:00 PM
Rain Barrel Workshop – Virginia Cooperative Extension – 10:00 AM–11:00 AM
Tree Planting at Mattanock – Nansemond Indian Nation – 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
Suffolk BBQ Cruise In with Timeline Band – Suffolk BBQ Co. at The Airport – 12:00 PM–3:00 PM
Adult Recess: Capture the Flag & Bike Ride – Bennett’s Creek Park – 6:00 PM–9:30 PM
Wednesday, May 20
Pet Food Pantry – Walmart, 1200 N. Main St. & 6259 College Dr. – 10:00 AM
Saturday, July 25
Adult Recess: Line Dancing, Zumba & Musical Games – Downtown Festival Park – 6:00 PM–9:30 PM
Saturday, September 26
Adult Recess: Kickball – Wellons Park – 6:00 PM–9:30 PM