While this month we've seen temperatures well into the upper 90s, the fall season officially kicks off this Saturday! If you're new to the Hampton Roads area, here is your ultimate guide to pumpkin patches, farms, festivals, Halloween events and more! If we missed any, please shoot us a message at TheSubmergedLife@gmail.com. We'll continue to [...]
Happy September! As we roll into the fall season, don't miss these great events happening this month: Haunted Norfolk Tours (various dates) Get in the spooky season mood early with Haunted Norfolk Tours! The company is hosting five tours this month - Sept. 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30th. Walk through some of Downtown's otherworldly-histories; [...]
Next up in our "5 Things" series in Hampton Roads - specifically Chesapeake, Virginia! Chesapeake is a popular suburb for families (to read more on where to live in the 757, click here), and after six months I can say we really enjoy it here. Here are five places I'm loving right now: Everbowl It [...]
One of my favorite things about moving around with the Navy is getting to explore different places. Whenever we move somewhere new, we love to make a bucket list of places to explore in our city and nearby. We especially love to venture out and explore the national parks for our vacations. Have you explored [...]
As a military family it can be daunting to learn a new city (or region of the United States) every 2-3 years. One aspect to a PCS we haven't addressed is grocery stores. While most military bases offer a commissary, they all can't be treated equal. And even if you split your shopping between stores, [...]
If you're stationed in Norfolk, you may have noticed the month of May was unseasonably cold. And as we venture into the hotter months, indoor play spaces can be a nice respite. Thankfully the greater Hampton Roads area is nothing short of indoor play spaces! Here are six to add to your list: FunVille Indoor [...]
Our family just moved to the Norfolk-area last month. And with an energetic three-year-old on my tail, my first priority was to scope out all the best area parks. Do you follow us on Instagram? Don't miss our reel. Here are five great playgrounds to add to your list: Fun Forest at Chesapeake City Park [...]
Here’s a list of some activities for the kiddos near Norfolk and Hampton: Valentine's Day Grams at Oceanfront Area Library The Oceanfront Area Library in Virginia Beach hosts an arts and crafts event for your little one to make “Valentines Day Grams” for a special family member or friend! Registration is not required and it [...]
The holiday season is upon us! And as you finish your Thanksgiving leftovers and dig out your Christmas decorations, there's no better way to get in the spirit than visiting a holiday light show! From lobster trap trees to illuminated Navy ships, every duty station has something unique to offer. Below is a list of [...]
