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Upcoming Committee Meetings
June 23 - Ireland - 5:30 at City Space
June 25 - Malawi - 5:30 at City Space
June 23 - Ireland - 5:30 at City Space
June 25 - Malawi - 5:30 at City Space
Friday, June 6 - 15th Annual International Breakfast
VIEW PAST EVENTS BELOW...
May 1-21
Our International "City Cycling" Campaign Returns!
Over the past 43 years, Sister Cities of Newport News (SCNN) has supported youth/adult exchanges, cultural festivals and events, educational programs, lectures, geography competitions, and economic missions. Our mission is "to build and strengthen international cooperation, understanding, and development between the citizens of the City of Newport News and those of the world."
Click the links below for more information about the programs your donation will help fund:
Click the links below for more information about the programs your donation will help fund:
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Welcome in the Lunar New Year!
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Travel as Citizen Delegate for the City of Newport News!
Japan: Nov. 23 - December 1 - exchange is full
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All-American City Celebration plus the Made in Newport News Festival!
Saturday - August 17
4:00 pm - 9:15 pm in City Center at Oyster Point
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Immerse yourself in all things "Made In Newport News" and celebrate our city’s milestone achievement of being named an All-America City by the National Civic League! The All-America City Award is given annually to just 10 communities across the nation. It recognizes efforts to tackle critical City issues and strengthen connections among residents, businesses, nonprofit organizations, and government leaders.
From our rich history to our innovative spirit, this year's festival highlights corporations, small businesses, community partners, and city services that make Newport News a remarkable place to live, work, and play. And as the sun sets, get ready for a mesmerizing conclusion to the celebration with Newport News’ very first drone show! This dazzling display is sure to be a highlight you won’t want to miss. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FESTIVAL INFORMATION! |
Make an Impact on April 23, 2024 with Give Local 757
All donations support SCNN's Youth Travel Scholarship Fund!
Wednesday, March 20
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"Japanese Cultural Program"
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Support the Japanese Delegation Visit to Newport News -March 6-13
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Friday, February 16: BEER - BREAD & A BOWL!
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Sister Cities is hosting a meeting of the Irish Committee, and anyone interested in our twinned city of Carrigaline, on Thursday, February 8th, 5:30 to 8:30 PM at Coastal Fermentory, 206 23rd Street, Unit B, Newport News. (Downtown behind NN City Hall in the “Yard District”)
We will discuss our plans to send a delegation to Carrigaline May 19 - May 25, 2024. During this same time period, Christopher Newport University is sending a delegation of students from the President’s Leadership Program (PLP) which will be led by Will Reddy. Will is the Associate Director, of PLP and a SCNN Board Member. This is a wonderful opportunity to expand the partnership between our cities. Will has details of CNU’s travel plans. Our group will discuss how Sister Cities can support the students and begin planning our part of the visit. A Taco Food Truck will be on site as well as plenty of great beer! Come out and hear more about our Irish connection and enjoy an evening of fun and friends. |
Thursday, February 8
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Host Family Information Session
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Homestay Hosts are a vital link in successful international exchanges. Host families are the faces and hearts of our community. By opening your doors to an international guest, you show them who we are as Americans. Our families are as diverse as our community. We try to match hosts with delegates 1 month prior to each exchange so you can communicate in advance. QUESTIONS? call 757-697-3129 or email us |
Welcome 2024!
New Year brings 2 New Events...
GOODBYE 2023! You were great.
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2nd Annual
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Friday October 6, 2023 |
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October 6th
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Saturday, July 29th
World Arts Celebration 12-5 PM @ Victory Landing Park hosted by Newport News Special Events Culture, craftsmanship and cuisine. International vendors, performers, artists, interactive education stations, as well as food and beverages. Volunteers Need to work the Sister Cities Booth. Volunteer Here |
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Tuesday, August 15
5:30 to 6:30 at CITYSPACE Build a New Sister City in Africa! Lilongwe Advocacy Committee Meeting RSVP to 757.697.3129 Volunteer & consider traveling this fall! |
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Saturday, July 8 / 7-9 PM
in CITYSPACE Japan Interest Group Meeting MAKE AN ORIGAMI SPINNER! Neyagawa members will walk us through how to make the origami spinners LIVE! We will provide origami paper, but please feel free to bring your own if you have a particular color combination in mind for your spinner. Prior to the 8:00 virtual exchange, Sarah and I will present a cultural origami lesson filled with details and fun facts surrounding this beloved art of paper folding. RSVP to 757.697.3129 |
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April 25 & 26 - Give Local 757! |
24 hours only! Starting Tuesday, April 25 @ 10 am
and ending Wednesday, April 26 @ 10 am The Give Local 757 Initiative is a program created by the Peninsula Community Foundation to spark and grow philanthropy in the Hampton Roads region. The event has united our community like no other to help raise unrestricted funds for the organizations that strengthen the Hampton Roads region
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On March 17, we celebrated St. Patrick's Day locally with Green Beer in City Center and by sending an official to Newport News' newest sister city of
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Tuesday, February 28
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Friday, February 24
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Lunar New Year Celebration - Saturday, February 4, 2023 |
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2023 is predicted to be a year of hope.
2023 is the year of the Water Rabbit. The New Year began January 22 (Chinese New Year), and will end on February 9, 2024 (Chinese New Year's Eve). The rabbit is a symbol of longevity, peace, and prosperity in Chinese culture. People born in a year of the Rabbit are believed to be vigilant, witty, quick-minded, and ingenious. Thanks to all the wonderful guests who attended this special event at CITYSPACE.
2023 is the year of the Water Rabbit. The New Year began January 22 (Chinese New Year), and will end on February 9, 2024 (Chinese New Year's Eve). The rabbit is a symbol of longevity, peace, and prosperity in Chinese culture. People born in a year of the Rabbit are believed to be vigilant, witty, quick-minded, and ingenious. Thanks to all the wonderful guests who attended this special event at CITYSPACE.
2022 marked 40 Years of Sister Cities in Newport News!
Scroll below to check out all the great events that occurred.
4th QUARTER 2022
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2022 Annual Membership Meeting
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3rd QUARTER 2022
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2nd QUARTER 2022
WORLD ARTS CELEBRATION Sat. May 21 @City Center, Oyster Point CITYSPACE will be open with exhibits and crafts |
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Sister Cities Newport News did not let COVID-19 slow us down in 2021
Check-Out these Quarterly Lectures and Seminars for the community which were a HUGE SUCCESS!
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4th QUARTER
Chinese Moon Festival Celebration Thursday, Sept 16 6:30 to 8:30 pm @ CITY SPACE, City Center Oyster Point featuring a live stream with Sister Cities officials in Taizhou, Jiangsu, China Live Music, Food and Drink FREE to SCNN Members
$10 non-members 3rd QUARTER
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1st QUARTER
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