The annual Shrimp Feast serves as the Official Opening of the Chesapeake Jubilee. In its 34th year of raising funds to support charitable causes, the Chesapeake Kiwanis Club serves up all you can eat (and drink) spiced steamed shrimp, Carolina style BBQ, with beans, cole slaw and hush

The 2013 Chesapeake Jubilee kicks off Thursday, May 16. Fun-filled amusements and carnival rides provided by Amusements of America; live entertainment; Chesapeake 4-H Livestock Club Show and Sale; Kansas City Barbecue Society-sanctioned BBQ Cook-off; spectacular fireworks by Zambelli

Each Memorial Day, the Mayor’s Commission on Veterans Affairs sponsors a celebration honoring those who have served in our Armed Forces. This patriotic and inspirational event features an active duty military guest speaker, dedication of memorial brick pavers, placement of wreaths at