The Slover

10/01/2026

We’re kicking off autumn with more fun and exciting programs for the whole family at The Downtown Branch! 🍂✨

Practice French at Story Time, dive into macabre historical art, learn to play Dungeons and Dragons and so much more! 🐉

Check out our Downtown Branch at Slover Program Calendar 📅 to register for some of these awesome events:🔗norfolk.gov/DTBranchCalendar

09/30/2026

We are so happy to have hosted opera singer and curator Davóne Tines’ discussion on the creative process and beautiful performance of Philip Glass’ “Lincoln” this past weekend in collaboration with the Virginia Symphony Orchestra Virginia Symphony Orchestra! 🎶

In addition to Norfolk’s own Teens with a Purpose Teens With A Purpose performing their own original works in relation to “Lincoln,” this was an inspiring and unifying experience on the importance and power of the arts. 🎭

Missed the event but want to keep up with what we have planned? 👀

Check out our Downtown Branch at Slover Program Calendar 📅 to register for some of these awesome events:🔗norfolk.gov/DTBranchCalendar

09/30/2026

09/28/2026

Do you really need another reason to attend Norfolk’s biggest networking event of the year? 🎉

This is the premier gathering for business professionals seeking to expand their network and connect with local industry leaders. You don’t want to miss this amazing opportunity to strengthen your business network in The Slover’s newest event venue, 235 Commons. Enjoy the glamour of this speakeasy-inspired setting while mingling with Norfolk’s top business owners. 💼✨

Appetizers & cash bar will be provided by Pride Home Exteriors. Check out details on how to register below!

📅Thurs. Oct 1, 2026
⏰ 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
📍235 East Plume Street
🔗 Register: norfolk.gov/bcevents

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09/25/2026

Our Pumpkin Pillows crafting workshop was the perfect activity to start the fall season 🍂

Anne and Alex of the Maker Studio guided participants in making their own cute, cozy pillows! A wonderful autumnal touch for any space 🎃🍁

Thank you to everyone who came out and made this such a fun workshop!

Join us for our next Creative Studios Program, Introduction to Quilting!

📅Wed. Nov. 4, 2026
⏰3 p.m.
📍Maker Studio at The Slover, 235 East Plume Street
🔗Register here: norfolk.gov/csEvents

09/21/2026

Fall is here! 🍂 Time to lock in on those business goals. 👀🔒

From building new skills to building new connections, the Hendrix Business Center has some awesome opportunities coming your way. Mark your calendar, make your plans & meet us at The Slover. ✨

🧱 Building Blocks w/ FLIPP Inc.
📅 Wed. Sept. 23, 2026
⏰ 6 p.m. – 7p.m.

🤝 Business Underground w/ Pride Home Exteriors
📅 Thurs. Oct. 1, 2026
⏰ 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.

💼 Business Bites w/ Realtor Ciera Lloyd
📅 Wed. Oct. 14, 2026
⏰ 6 p.m. – 7 p.m.

📍235 E. Plume St.

🔗Register here: norfolk.gov/bcEvents

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09/18/2026

The U.S. Fleet Forces Band Wind Trio treated us at The Slover with an incredible performance last Saturday! 🎶

Thank you to all who came out to enjoy their tunes and thank you to the U.S. Fleet Forces Band Wind Trio for filling the halls of The Slover with such beautiful music! 🎵🪈

Check out our Downtown Branch at Slover Program Calendar 📅 to register for some of these awesome events:🔗 https://norfolk.libcal.com/

09/17/2026

Join us in our next installment of Business Bites where real estate professional, Ciera Lloyd will discuss challenges she has encountered as a woman in the male-dominated Real Estate Industry. She seeks to motivate and inspire other women to continue making strides in their entrepreneurial journeys. ✨

Don’t miss this empowering session during Women’s Small Business Month! 💼

📅 Wed. Oct. 14, 2026
⏰ 6-7p.m.
📍 Hendrix Business Center at Slover
🔗 Register now: norfolk.gov/bcEvents

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09/16/2026

Last week’s Business Bites session led by Kayla Davis on project management through Asana was super informative and powerful for small business owners seeking to work smarter, not harder.✨

As Manager of the Slover’s Maker Space, Creative Studios, and Business Center, Kayla has mastered delegation and task management and through her experience, gave us a thorough and interactive guide to using Asana for optimal workflow and efficiency ✅

Thank you to everyone who came out and helped make this an amazing and constructive workshop! 🎉

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Be sure to mark your calendars for our next speakers as part of our Building Blocks Series. 👀

Erika Reel and Raye Elliot of Flipp, Inc. will be discussing the importance of workforce development and skilled trades. You will learn all about the benefits of apprenticeship for employers and the advantages of grant funding in workforce development.💰

We can’t wait to see you there! 🙌

📅 Wed. Sept. 23, 2026
⏰ 6–7 p.m.
📍 Hendrix Business Center at Slover
🔗 Register now: norfolk.gov/bcEvents