Good Morning Virginia Beach!

Memorial Day weekend is finally here, which means beach chairs are coming out, grills are getting fired up, boats are heading to the water, and the Oceanfront is about to be buzzing. Now we just need the weather to fully cooperate. ☀️🤞

Take our poll and let us know how you like to celebrate this weekend!

— Kim Checcio

May is recognized as Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, a time dedicated to honoring the cultures, traditions, achievements, and contributions of AANHPI communities across the country. It’s also an opportunity to celebrate the stories, resilience, entrepreneurship, and cultural impact that continue to shape communities locally and beyond.

This week, we had the honor of attending Bridges of Gold: Power in Unity, a beautiful evening created to celebrate and uplift the local AANHPI community through connection, collaboration, and shared experiences.

Hosted at The Beaumont in Norfolk, the event brought together an inspiring mix of creatives, entrepreneurs, professionals, and community leaders for a night centered around culture, unity, and empowerment. From networking and meaningful conversations to music, refreshments, guest speakers, and raffles, the atmosphere felt both elevated and deeply personal.

One of the most special parts of the evening was seeing so many women-owned businesses and powerhouse women gathered in one room, sharing stories, supporting one another, and celebrating heritage together. Guests laughed, danced, connected, created custom fragrances, and embraced the spirit of community that made the night feel so memorable.

A big thank you to Sarah Rillon for hosting such a meaningful event. There’s something powerful about being surrounded by people who are proud of where they come from while also creating space to inspire and uplift others. Events like this are an important reminder that representation, visibility, and community matter and that celebrating culture creates stronger connections for everyone.

👉🏼 Click Here: Take a peek at the celebration and the growing AANHPI community in Hampton Roads.

A first-of-its-kind residential experience is officially making waves at Atlantic Park. Atlantic Park Living is being called the first surf-anchored multifamily community in North America, blending luxury coastal living with entertainment, dining, wellness, and surf culture all in one destination.

Located just two blocks from the oceanfront and connected directly to Atlantic Park’s Wavegarden Cove surf lagoon, the community is designed around the idea of living where lifestyle and experience come together.

Here are a few standout features:
🌊 Rooftop decks overlooking the surf lagoon, ocean, and The Dome
🏊 Heated infinity-edge rooftop pool
💪 Three-level fitness center
💻 Co-working lounges and productivity spaces
🐾 Pet-friendly with a Paw Spa and no breed or weight restrictions
🎶 Steps away from The Dome entertainment venue

The view of the water is pretty incredible, but you also have to check out the view all the residents get from their community patio.

👉🏼 Click Here: Take a personal tour of Atlantic Park Living through our Instagram reel.

Virginia Beach is getting a full day celebration of Filipino culture, community, food, music, art, shopping, and good vibes this Saturday for AANHPI Heritage Month. 🇵🇭✨

Over 40 local vendors will be coming together at Latitude Climbing + Fitness for an event packed with amazing food, desserts, drinks, clothing, handmade goods, art, and more.

📍 Latitude Climbing + Fitness
4554 Virginia Beach Blvd Suite 970
Virginia Beach, VA

📅 Saturday, May 23
⏰ 12pm–5pm
☀️ Rain or Shine

The vendor lineup is stacked with some of the best local businesses around, making this the perfect weekend stop to support the Filipino community and celebrate AANHPI Heritage Month together.

Gelati Celesti’s Rainbow Cookie Ice Cream was recently named one of America’s essential ice cream flavors by Food & Wine, putting the Richmond-born scoop alongside some of the country’s most iconic ice cream creations.

Made with Ukrop’s famous rainbow cookies, the flavor has built a loyal following over the years and is available at all 11 Gelati Celesti locations.

Pretty sweet recognition for a flavor that started right here in Virginia.

👉🏼 Click Here: See why Food & Wine says this scoop is worth the hype

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