Upcoming events.
💕Stories by Candlelight: Love & Legacy
Stories by Candlelight The Story of Love invites you into an intimate Valentine’s Day experience where music becomes the narrator. Performed by a live string quartet and set against the glow of candlelight, this evening uses the music of Bruno Mars to trace the real arc of love from the first spark and quiet longing to passion heartbreak healing and self love. It is a romantic and relatable journey that blends storytelling and music to reflect the moments that shape how we love and how we grow.
MLK Day of Service
Join OCR Community Empowerment Group for a Day of Service focused on environmental stewardship and community pride on Pocahontas Island.
Volunteers will assist with litter removal, light trail cleanup, and general beautification efforts along the Appomattox River Trail area. This work supports ongoing efforts to improve public green spaces and strengthen community care for the neighborhood.
All supplies will be provided. Volunteers should wear comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes suitable for outdoor work.
Light lunch will be provided for volunteers.
This event is open to the public and family-friendly. Advance registration is encouraged to help us plan supplies and volunteer assignments.
🤝 Stories by Candlelight: A Tribute to Friendship
Featuring the timeless music of Whitney Houston
Step into an evening illuminated by over a thousand candles and the warmth of connection. Stories by Candlelight: The Story of Friendship invites you to celebrate the bonds that shape our lives, told through the unforgettable voice of Whitney Houston.
From the spark of a new connection to the unshakable loyalty of a lifelong friend, this tribute follows the emotional journey of friendship—its laughter, its challenges, and its enduring love. Whether you’re dancing through moments of pure joy, reflecting on the ones who light up your life, or honoring the people who’ve stood with you through the fire, each piece captures the beauty, resilience, and transformative power of true friendship.
🎟️ Proceeds benefit historic preservation on the Pocahontas Island Historic District.
💕 Stories by Candlelight: The Story of Love
Featuring the music of Bruno Mars
Step into a glowing world of love, laughter, and everything in between. The Story of Love, the opening night of the 2025 Stories by Candlelight series, takes you on a romantic journey — told entirely through the unforgettable music of Bruno Mars.
From the spark of attraction (That’s What I Like), to playful dating (Finesse), deep commitment (Treasure, Leave the Door Open), and tender vulnerability (Just the Way You Are), this immersive evening captures every phase of love — including the heartbreaks (When I Was Your Man) and the rise that follows (Uptown Funk, 24K Magic).
Illuminated solely by the warm glow of over 1,000 flameless candles, the Petersburg Symphony Orchestra’s string quartet brings this romantic journey to life inside one of Petersburg’s most intimate historic venues.
🎟️ Limited seating available. Proceeds benefit community revitalization efforts on the Pocahontas Island Historic District.