The Flagship 03.26.2026

Serveupa “hoppy” Easter with sweet &savorydishes

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InterviewByYiorgo

SevenVenuesBroadwayinNorfolkisproud

topresent“Mrs.DoubtfireTheNewMusical” based on the1993 movie “Mrs.Doubtfire” the acclaimed movie comedy about everyone’s favoriteScottishnannyandtheheartfeltstory ofanout-of-workactorwhowilldoanythingfor hiskids.ItstartsatChryslerHallthisTuesday, March31standrunsthroughSundayApril5th witheightperformances

Critics call this internationally acclaimed hit musical, “wonderful, heart-warming,and laugh-out-loud funny” (Manchester Evening News)and“afeel-good,family-friendlycomedy thatdelivers”(TheHollywoodReporter).The ChicagoTribune ravesthatthe musical“Mrs. Doubtfire”is,“thelovable,big-heartedmusical comedyweneedrightnow.”

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andmoreinfo,gotohttps://www.sevenvenues com/events/detail/mrs-doubtfire

Yiorgo: With us todayisactress Melissa Campbell. Tell us Melissa whyshould people cometotheshow?Whatwilltheysee,hear,and experience?

MelissaCampbell:Peopleshouldcomesee Mrs.Doubtfire, because it is alaugh outloud, goodtime,butitalsohasalotofheart,andyou’ll leave with amessage of love in every circumstance.IhopeaudiencesthatcometoseeMrs Doubtfireareabletoseeapieceofthemselves in our story.Wereally try to spread amessage of love,but it’s not justfor people that arein “normal” circumstances of theclassic family We’rereallyspreadingloveforpeoplethatlook different,thathavefamiliesthatareseparated, that havefamilies thatjustaren’tthe classic image.Wewanteveryonetofeel lovedand to knowthatthere’salwaysapossibilityofahappy

endingwhentheycometoseeourshow.

Y:Forthosenotfamiliarwiththemovieand withoutgivingtoomuchaway,whatisthestory about?

MC:Mrs.DoubtfireisaboutDanielHillard, who is an out of work actor who gets into a messy divorce withhis wife,Miranda. And when he loses custody of hiskids,hedecides to come up withthis kindly alterego characterofMrs.Doubtfiresothathecanbehiskid’s nannyandspendtimewiththem.Andofcourse, by doing this,things don’twork outtoplan all thetime.Hijinksensue,butultimately,Daniel endsuplearningalotaboutbeingafatherfrom this character he came up with. Andthe story ofMrs.Doubtfirereallyshowsthatlovecanbe foundinanycircumstance,whetheryourfamily looks“normal”ornot,likeitdoesinthismusical.IthinkthatMrs.Doubtfire’sstoryisastory thatdoesn’tendwiththehappilyeverafter,and

it shows averyreal family.The very real, you know,alternativelovestory,ifyouwill. Y: Tell us aboutthe other actors, performers,productionoftheshow,choreography,etc.

MC: Oh my gosh,I am so luckytoperform with and work with thepeople that Ido. Our showhassomuchtalentonthestagefromthe ensembletoour Mrs.Doubtfirehimself. And Ithink audiences will come in and expectto laughasmuch as they did when they sawthe movie, but they willreally be impressed by thebig numbers that we have,bythe amazing vocals,incrediblechoreography,andleavewith amessageofloveintheirhearts I’ll start with the ensemble.They aresome of thebestdancers I’veeverseen. They really helpedtocreatemomentuminourstory.Every sort of bigmomentinthe movie is made even

biggerinthemusicalbecausewehaveanentire ensembleonthestagehelpingtotellthestory andaddingextraperspectivesandhumorandI mean,thetalentisoffthechartswhenitcomes toourensemble.AndI’msoluckytobeonstage withthem.

Andthenasfarastherestoftheprinciples, they arejustaswonderful. Craig Allen Smith, whoplaysDaniel/Mrs.Doubtfire,isreallydoing thecharacterjustice.Ifwecouldn’thaveRobin Williams,I’mreallygratefulwehaveCraig.He really gives so much heart andanawesome energy every night. This role is amarathon. I think audiences will be so impressedbywhat Craigisabletoaccomplishwithhisimpressions withhisvoiceandhavingtogoonthisjourney throughthewholestory

Then we have our comedic relief,which is Frank and Andre. Frank isDaniel’s brother. And Andreishis husband, played by Brian KalinowskiandDeVonBuchanan,andtheyare fantastic.Theyare likeadynamicduo.Every timethey’reonstage,theaudiencecanexpectto laughoutloud.Ijustthinkweworkreallywell asateam,andIhavemykidswithmeonstage everynight,whichissofungettingtoworkwith childrenthroughthistour,becausetheybring aspecial energy every night thatadultprofessionalsareawesome,butkidscreatethisunexpectedenergysometimes,whichkeepsthings fresh,excitingandfun.Allofthistosay,wehave areally great castonour hands, andthe crew behind the scenes is working so hardtomake themagicareality.Wehaveareallywonderful groupofpeopleputtingthisshowonforaudiencesacrossAmerica.

Y: Tell us about your character of Miranda andherfunctionalpurposeinthemusical.

MC: My characterhas logical arguments throughout the show. So Ithinkwhenpeople see the movie,they often leave thinkingthat Mirandaisthevillainortheonewhostartsthe conflict.Andinaway,shesortofisbecauseshe istheonethatasksforadivorce.She’stheone thatcausesthisinitialdisruptionintheirlives ButtherealityisthatMirandaisjusttryingtodo whatisbestforherfamilyandalsoforherself SosheisthebalancetoDaniel’swild,youthful energies.She’sgot agoodheadonher shouldersandistryingtodowhatisbestwithevery choiceshemakes.Thatistherealityforalotof momsandalotofwomenintheworldthathave to makeharddecisions andsacrifice certain thingsinordertotakecareoftheirfamily.And whensheasksforadivorce,it’soneofthefirst times she’sable to really makeadecision that sheknowswillbebestforherself.So,Andshe endsupbondingwithMrs.Doubtfirealongthe wayand therevealofDaniel at theend is,this hugeemotionaltwistforher.IthinkMiranda’s ultimatepurposeistoshowandtohavebalance betweenDanielandher,andtoshowthepolar oppositeperspectiveofthisdivorce

Y:Sohowdoyougoaboutplayingsuchan iconiccharacterthatwascreatedbySallyField andmakeityourown?Andbytheway,Ican’t waittoseeyourreactiontotherevealofDaniel andMrs.Doubtfire.I’mreallylookingforward toseeinghowyoureacttothat.

MC:Yes,anddon’tworry,wehavetheiconic line stillinthere.And as farasapproaching this role,Ihavetoadmitsomething,Inever sawthemoviegrowingup.Iavoideditsomehow.Ididn’tgrowupwithit.SowhenIinitially auditioned for this role,I went in onlywith the character description and came from my ownperspective.Andaftergettingacallback, Iendedupwatchingthemovie,andSallyField is justphenomenal in what she does.Ithink if anybodyelse playedthe role inthe movie, she would have beensomeone,the character would have been someone youreally hated, butSallybringssuchwarmthtoMirandaand makes it very clearthat she is justtryingto doher bestand make her familyhappy and healthyand well. So,coming from allthat perspective,IknowthatIamnotSallyFields Iamavery different person, but I’m able to bringmyownwarmthtotherole,andalthough I’mnotamother,Ihopetobesomeday,andI can imagine howdifficultitwould be to have this man that youwereonce in love with and to choose not to be with him anymoreand howthat might impact your kids.SoItry to bringsomesoftnesstoallofthoseconflicting scenes.Andthere’samomentinActIIwhere Mirandaisreally able to become vulnerable and tell her story of whyshe chose to have this divorce.And Ithink that makes areally bigdifferenceinhowtheaudienceisabletosee Mirandafromthenon.It’sreally,I’dsayit’san emotionalrollercoastereverynight,gettingto gofromtheinitialdivorceallthewaytotheend wherewefindsomepeaceeveninourabnormalrelationship Y:Fromthescenesorsongsorboththatyou gettoperformintheshow,doyouhaveafavorite one that youcan’twaittoperform every nightordoesthatchangefromtimetotime?

MC:Ithinkmyfavoritepartoftheshowto performusuallyisthesceneleadingupto“Let Go”,whichistheemotionalsongthatMiranda singsinthe2ndActwhereyoureallygettovisit withherperspectiveonthedivorce.Thescene

leadinguptothat,shereallygetstobevulnerablewithMrs.Doubtfire,andIhavesomevery genuinelaughswithCraigeverynightonstage anditfeelslikeit’sasimplescene,butitreally offersastrongconnectionbetweenthetwoof us on stage.And Ilook forward to that every night Y:Thebeautyoflivetheatreisthatanything that can go wrong can happen. Anyfun or funnyanecdotesthatmaybeweren’tsofunny then,butthathappenedintheshowthatyou can laugh at nowand that youwould like to share?

MC: The firstthing that comes to mind, is whenMrs.Doubtfireistryingtocookthemeal andsheactuallyaccidentallycatchesherfake breastsonfire.Sowehavethatmomentinthe show.Andsometimestechnologyjustdoesn’t workthewaywewantitto.Ononeparticular night,thesmokeendedupcontinuingthrough the entirenextscene.And so Mrs.Doubtfire wasreallyhotthroughoutthatentirescene.I guess youcould say, and Craig wasphenomenal.Heendedupmakingjokesaboutitright off the cuff,making jokesabout menopause, andaboutthecharacterofStuartmakingher alittlehot,anditwashilarious,andIwassoin aweofCraig being abletohandleit, justlike that.Itwasawesome Y:Canyoutellusalittlebitaboutyourauditionprocess?Howdidyoufindoutaboutit?

MC: The owner of Murname Casting reachedouttomeonActressAccessbecause hehad received submissions from me before andwasawareofmeasanactorandheasked metosubmitforMiranda.AndsoIfilmedthe song,Ifilmed the scene,and sent that off not thinkinganythingofit.Theythenreachedout tome,askingifIwouldbeabletocometoNew York foranin-person audition. AndIlivein NewYork, but at the time Iwas performing inashowinArizona.AndIcouldn’tleave.So Isaid,I’mreallysorry.I’mnotabletocomein AndtheyaskedifIwoulddoaZoomaudition,a Zoomcallback.So,Iendedupdoingthatwhere Ilearnedanextrasong,Ididthesamesongand sceneagain.Theygavemeafewnotes.Itwas with ourdirector, SteveEdland, anda whole otherteamofpeople on this Zoom call that I didn’tknowatthetime.Anditwentgreat.Ifelt liketheenergyovertheZoomcallwasfantastic. Youknow, we weren’tinthe sameroom together,butitfelteasyanditfeltlikewehad aflow going. And thena few days later, Igot an email from thecasting team saying that I wouldbereceivinganoffertoplayMiranda.It wasreallyexciting.Andthisismyfirstnational tour.Soitwasareallybigmomentforme.Igot veryemotional.Itwasveryexciting

Y: This is your first national tour. Ithink you’reprobablyabout6monthsintoit.What hasthatbeenlikesofarforyouandwhatwas openingnightlikeforyou?

MC: Oh, wow.The opening night wasso exciting.ItwasinBostonandIlivedinBoston for aboutayear and ahalf .Sothat wasabit like coming home, felt very familiar there. It wasa theatrethat Ihad seen other shows at, whichwas so exciting.Itwas avery good start to everything.Itfelt likea greatkickoff Touringlife has been really fun. It’s exhausting.Don’tgetmewrong,andit’salifestyleshift thatnothing canprepare youfor until you’re doingit. Butit’sbeen really fungetting to see so manydifferentcitiesand to perform at so manydifferent venues and to meet the locals backstage and see howaudiences respond to it in different areasofthe country and to try different foods.Ilovetotraveltobegin with. Andsothisisa dream of getting paidtovisit so manydifferent places and places that, you know,Iwouldn’tnecessarilygoonavacation, butthatI’mgettingtoexplorejustbecauseI’m workinghere.It’shardattimesbecausemost ofthetimewe’reinhotelswherewedon’thave accesstoakitchenandsomedaysweareriding thebusthedayofashowtogettothecityand it can be exhausting,but really fulfilling,and I’mreallygratefultobehere.

Y:Okay,solet’slearnaboutyou.Wherewere youborn?Lifegrowingup,andwhatmadeyou

Editorial Staff ManagingEditor |PO1 Cody D. Beam

|cody.d.beam.mil@us.navy.mil

fall in love withmusic,entertainment,live theatre andthiswonderful line of work that wearesoprivilegedandblessedtodo MC: Iwas born in Cincinnati, Ohio.I’m a Midwestgirl.AndIgrewupsingingaroundthe house.Myparents saythat Iwas alwaysvery musical.Iwouldplaymusic,Iwouldsingalong AtonepointImetSantaClausandimmediately started singing “SomewhereOverthe Rainbow”tohim.Theyrealizedearlyonthatthisis goingtobeabigpartofmylife.SowhenIwas around 9or10, they put me in voice lessons, group voice lessonsand Ireally lovedit. And thenIstartedtakingadanceclassandthenan acting class and slowly butsurely thissnowballedintothisthingthatIwaslike,Ican’tlive withoutdoingthis.Iwanttodoitforever.So,I didalotofcommunitytheatrethroughmiddle schoolandhighschool.Ididsomesemi-professionalworktoo,andfromthereauditioned forcolleges.IendedupgoingtoOklahomaCity University for music theatreand had agreat experiencethere.I’msogratefulformyteachersandformycommunityatthatcollege Fromthere,Iendedupgraduatingin2020, which wasa roughtime for everyone.So, it derailedmytimelinealittlebit.Youknow,we all have this 5year plan of where we want to be.Nobodyexpectedtheretobeapandemic. So during that year,Iended up workingat amusement parks.Idid Kings Island amusement park and then the next year Iworked withRWSEntertainmentatDorneyParkand HolidayWorld because that wasa lotofthe entertainment venues that first came back Theatrewasstillshutdown.SoafterIdidsome amusementparkworkandthingsstartedopeningup, Iended up goingona cruise ship as a performer.Iwaswiththecarnivalcruiseline forabout 7months. Andthatwas areally big learning experience forme. Ilearned about endurance as aperformer,doing twoshows anightwhileyou’relivinginatinylittlecabin and staying on aship forseven months at a time. Ilearned alot aboutmyselfand about myself as aperformer.And after doing that, I reallydecidedIwantedtogetbacktoacting.I haddonealotofpresentationalperformances whereitwas more cabaret style or justan entertainment factor moreso, versus really tellingastory that could touchpeople.And soIstartedreallyfocusingonmusicaltheatre again andendedupdoing regional contracts thatledmetoherewhereIam.

Y:Canyoutellusaboutapinchmemoment, awow moment, or twothat youcan’tbelieve yougottoexperiencebecauseofbeinginthis crazybusiness?

MC:Oneactuallyhappenedquiterecently anditwas on this tour.Wehad the opportunitytosingtheNationalAnthemataChicago Bulls game.Standing on the court and seeing thesheersizeofthearena,itwasmindblowing andsocool.Andbeforewewalkedontosing, LeBron James waslikeafew feet away from us.Itwas incredible.Itwas ahuge pinch me momentformeandespeciallyforsomeofmy castmatesthathadlookeduptosomeofthose playersforareallylongtime

Theother pinch me moment wasthe first time Igot to play Carole King in “Beautiful” Forthosenotfamiliarwithit,ittellsherwhole careerstory starting when she’s16and goes throughher performance at Carnegie Hall. Andwhen we got to the end of theshowand Ihad toldthe wholestory andwas coming out to sing thetitle song,“Beautiful”, on the “CarnegieHall”stageattheLePetitTheatrein NewOrleans,theaudiencestartedtoapplaud asthoughIwasCarolKing.Thatwassofulfilling and so exciting to knowthat Iwas able to take these peopleonthis journey and really allowthemtoexperienceCarolKing’smusic inthatway.Itwasoneofmyfavoritemoments onstagebyfar

Yiorgo is an arts,entertainmentand sports writer.A stage, TV and movieactor,heisalso a sportsentertainer,educator,columnist,motivational speaker,writer and storyteller

Exclusive exhibition ‘Outlander: Costumes Woven in Time’ debuts at American Revolution Museum at Yorktown in time for the STARZ final season premiere

YORKTOWN, Va Weaving together continents and centuries, the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown, incollaborationwithSonyPicturesTelevision,willpresent an exclusive look at costumes from the “Outlander” televisionseriesinanewspecialexhibition“Outlander:Costumes WoveninTime.”TheexhibitionopenedMarch6,coinciding withthepremiereof“Outlander’s”finalseasononSTARZ. Thespecialexhibition,whichwillbeondisplaythrough May 18, will offer visitors an immersive exploration of the richly crafted world of “Outlander” through the acclaimed costumedesignofTerryDresbach(Seasons1-4).

Hand-selected by Dresbach, the collection features 26 original costumes spanning postwar 1940s Scotland the 18th-century Highlands, Parisian opulence, the journey to earlyAmerica,andtheculturalshiftsofthe1960s AsSeason8premieres,theAmericanRevolutionMuseum at Yorktown invites fans back to the series’ origins through this exclusive assembly of costumes and accessories highlightinghowDresbach’smeticulouslyresearched,emotionally expressive designs became central to the show’s visual identityandstorytelling Dresbach’s work defines the “Outlander” visual identity Her designs are meticulously researched, historically groundedwhileremainingemotionallyexpressiveandpivotal tothevisualstorytelling

This exhibition reveals how clothing becomes a powerful storytelling device, illuminating identity, class, culture, craftsmanshipandtheenduringinterplaybetweenpastand present. Together, they chart a continuous history of how people express who they are, and who they might become, throughwhattheywear

“I’msoexcitedthattheremarkablescholarsattheAmerican Revolution Museum at Yorktown have provided this opportunity to showcase the work we did on ‘Outlander,’ ” said Terry Dresbach, costume designer for “Outlander” (Seasons1-4).“Inputtingtogetherthisexhibit,they’veshown suchadeepunderstandingofhowcostumesareanintegral part of storytelling and convey so much about characters, theirlives andtheirworld.”

“As I approached my job as Costume Designer, I was constantly asking myself questions,” she continued. “Who arethesepeople?Whatwastheirdailylifelike?What’sthe history of their family? What was happening in the world theylivedin?Historyissomuchmorethanthelistingofdates in a textbook. It’s the story of being human This exhibit is a wonderful opportunity to examine our own lives and the historywecreateeverydayaswegetdressed.Ihopeyouenjoy theexhibitasmuchasIenjoyeddoingtheworkbehindit.”

‘OUTLANDER’COSTUMES ON EXHIBIT FROM SEASONS 1-4

Thisexhibition,spanningkeymomentsfromSeasons1-4, includes costumes and accessories that Dresbach believes defined the identity of the show’s principal characters and exemplifieshowtimeandculturesconvergedin“Outlander.”

„ JamieandClaire’sweddinglooks(Season1):Jamie’straditionalHighlandensemblefeaturingatartankilt,andClaire’s embroideredgownadornedwithmicashavings

„ Claire’siconicredVersaillesdress(Season2):designedto reflectherdefiance power,andidentityasamodernwoman navigatingthe18th-centuryFrenchcourt.

„ ClaireandJamie’sParisian1740slook(Season2):Claire’s fusionoffashionwitha1740sDior-inspiredcoat,skirt,hat, andaccessories,alongsideJamie’sblacksatincoat,waistcoat, stock,andbreeches

interpretersandexploretheclothingwornby18th-century VirginiafarmersandContinentalArmysoldiers

TIMED TICKETING FOR SPECIAL EXHIBITION

A timed admission ticket to the “Outlander: Costumes Woven in Time” special exhibition is $10.00 per person in addition to general admission to the American Revolution MuseumatYorktown:$20.00foradultsand$10.00forages 6-12 Extend your visit with a combination ticket to JamestownSettlement,amuseumof17th-centuryVirginiahistory andculture,andanannualmembershipthatoffersyear-round accesstobothmuseums,alongwithdaytimeprogramsand events Parkingisfree

EXCLUSIVE MERCHANDISE IN MUSEUM SHOP

Open 9 a.m to 5 p.m. daily, the museum shop features a curated selection of products that complement the “Outlander: Costumes Woven in Time” special exhibition, includinganextensiveselectionofbooks,includingallnine oftheNewYorkTimes-bestsellinghistoricalfantasynovels writtenbyDianaGabaldon,aswellascompanionbooksand cookbooks;official“Outlander”licensedwoolenitemsfrom PatrickKingWoollenCompany;and“Outlander”-inspired lifestylegoods,includingdecorativeaccents,jewelry,gourmetfoodgiftsandfragrancedsoapcollections Accompanying merchandise includes historical fashion books, such as “Dior:TheLegendary30,AvenueMontaigne.”

ABOUT‘OUTLANDER’

The groundbreaking, time-traveling drama returns on Friday, March 6, with new episodes streaming weekly on Fridays,onlyontheSTARZappandallSTARZstreamingand on-demandplatforms.“Outlander”hascaptivatedaudiences formorethanadecadewithapassionatefanbaseobsessing over Claire and Jamie’s iconic love story As one of the first premium series to embrace a female-forward perspective, it helped reshape the television landscape in powerful and enduringways,settingthestageforawaveofbook-to-screen adaptationswithwomenatthecenterofthenarrative.Click heretowatchthe“Outlander”Season8Trailer

The “Outlander” television series is produced by Sony PicturesTelevisionandisinspiredbyDianaGabaldon’sinternationalbest-sellingbooks,whichhavesoldanestimated50 million copies worldwide with all nine novels gracing the NewYorkTimesbest-sellerlist.Theinternationalsuccessof “Outlander”hasledtotheprequelseries“Outlander:Bloodof myBlood, whichfollowsthelovestoriesofJamieandClaire’s parents YoucancatchuponseasononeontheSTARZapp ABOUTTHE AMERICAN REVOLUTION MUSEUM AT YORKTOWN

„ Brianna Randall Fraser’s costumes (Season 3-4): two of her1970slooksandher1700spatchworkhuntingshirtwith periodaccessories(belt,deerskinleggings,andmoccasins).

DRESSING PEOPLE OFTHE PASTATTHE MUSEUM

Thetwo-monthexhibitionalsoconnectsiconic18th-and 20th-century fashions on film to the craftsmanship of the museum’s historical tailors, who create authentic clothing for living-history interpreters at the American Revolution MuseumatYorktownandJamestownSettlement.

The exhibition experience concludes with a dedicated areashowcasingtheirwork andoutdoors visitorscanmeet

In time for the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence in 2026, seize the revolutionary spirit at the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown, featuring a comprehensive look at the nation’s founding, from the twilight of the colonial period to the dawn of the Constitution and beyond. Stories of ordinary citizens and soldiers caughtupinextraordinarytimesunfoldthroughinnovative galleries withartifacts interactivesand4Dfilms andimmersive living history Engaging special exhibitions and events complementyear-roundexperiencestoexplorethenation’s beginnings itsimpactandrelevancetoday.

Open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, the American Revolution MuseumatYorktownislocatedonRoute1020inYorktown, nearHistoricYorktownandYorktownBattlefield.Formore information, visit jyfmuseums.org/outlander or call (757) 253-4838andfollowusonsocial@jyfmuseums

Serve up a “hoppy” Easter

Serve up a ‘hoppy’ Easter with maple-glazed ham

By Feature Impact

Whenyourkitchenisfullofcolorfuleggs,candybaskets, tempting sweets and all that comes with Easter, sometimesaholidayclassicisjusttheanswerforsimplifyingthe season.Perfectforpairingwithdeviledeggs,potatosalad andatraditionalSundayfeast,thisMaple-GlazedEaster Hamprovidesahands-offapproachtothemaindish.

Withaneasilypreparedglazeandyourovendoingmost of the work, you can keep your attention on time spent withlovedones VisitCulinary.nettofindmoreseasonal favorites,bothclassicandcontemporary

Maple-GlazedEasterHam

Recipe adapted from Southern Living

Total time: 3 hours

Servings: 10

„ 1bone-inspiral-cutham(8-9pounds)

„ 1cuppuremaplesyrup

„ ½cuppackeddarkbrownsugar

„ ½cup(4ounces)bourbon

„ ½teaspoongratedfreshginger

„ ¼teaspoongroundcinnamon

„ orangeslicesandwedges,forgarnish

„ freshrosemarysprigs forgarnish

Preheatovento350F.

Place ham in large roasting pan and fill with ½ inch of water Cover pan with aluminum foil and bake about 2 hours,bastingevery30minuteswithjuicesfrompan,until meatregisters120Fatthickestportion.

Inmediumsaucepanovermedium-highheat,stirmaple syrup brownsugar bourbon,gingerandcinnamon;bring to boil. Cook, stirring occasionally, until thickened, 6-8 minutes Removefromheat.Covertokeepwarmandset aside

Removehamfromovenanddiscardfoil.Increaseoven temperatureto400F.Usingpastrybrush,glazehamwith ⅓cupmaple-bourbonmixture.

Bakehamabout30minutesuntiltopislightlycaramelizedandmeatregisters145Fatthickestportion,brushing withremainingglazeevery10minutes

Removefromovenandtransferhamtoservingplatter Letrest15minutesandgarnishwithorangeslices,orange wedgesandrosemarysprigs

The cutest snack any bunny can create

By Culinary.net

With spring in the air, it’s the perfect time to invite guestsoverforahoppingparty Thiscutesnackissimple toputtogetherandeasyonthebudget Pairitwithappetizers or even a main dish for a full spring party spread that’ssuretoimpress FindmorespringtimerecipesatCulinary.net.

ChickCheeseBalls

Recipe adapted from Hallmark.com

Yield: 10 chicks

„ 1packagecreamcheese

„ ¼tablespoongarlicpowder

„ 1 tablespoonWorcestershiresauce

„ ½lemon,juiceonly

„ salt,totaste

„ pepper,totaste

„ 1 cupfinelyshreddedcheddarcheese

„ crackers

„ carrots

„ wholeblackpeppercorns

Using mixer combine cream cheese garlic powder Worcestershire sauce and lemon juice Add salt and pepper,totaste Refrigeratemixture1hour Usingfingers formabout1tablespoonofcreamcheese mixtureatatimeintoballs.Refrigerate30minutesonsmall bakingsheet. Before serving, roll each ball into shredded cheddar cheesetocover.Placeeachballonroundcracker. Cutsmalltrianglesfromcarrotsforbeaksandfeet Press carrotsontocheeseballs Addpeppercornsforeyes

A delightful Easter dip

By Culinary.net

Easterisaboutcomingtogetherwithlovedones,enjoyingbeautifulspringweatherandeatingyourfamily’sfavoritefoods Thekidswillbeplaying adultswillbechatting and all will be patiently waiting for the table to be set. A warmEasterdippairedwithrollsfordippingisaperfect waytostartthefestivities These Easter Bunny Rolls with Spinach Dip are as eye-catching as they are delicious Not only will the kids loveitsshape,butthelayersoftastewillwowyourEaster crowd.

Tomakethisrecipe,startbycombininga16-ouncepackageoffrozenspinach,creamcheeseandgarlicinaskillet. Once heated, add mayonnaise salt, onion powder chili powderandItalianseasoning.

AddinParmesanandmozzarellacheesesthenstiruntil combined Next,rolloutcrescentrolls Stretchthedoughthencut into24rolls Form the bunny shape and scoop your spinach dip mixture into the center of the bunny and its ears Sprinklethespinachdipwithmozzarellacheesebeforebaking at375Ffor18minutes

FindmoreEasterrecipesatCulinary.net

EasterBunnyRollswithSpinachDip Serves: 24 „ 16 ouncesfrozenspinach,thawed

„ 8ouncescreamcheese

„ 2clovesgarlic,minced

„ ½cupmayonnaise

„ ½teaspoonsalt

„ ½teaspoononionpowder

„ ¼teaspoonchilipowder

„ ¼teaspoonpepper

„ 1teaspoonItalianseasoning

„ 1cupshreddedParmesancheese

„ 1½cupsshreddedmozzarellacheese,divided

„ 2crescentrolltubes(8ounceseach)

Heatovento375F.

Inskillet,overmediumheat,cookspinach,creamcheese and garlic 3-4 minutes until cream cheese is melted. Stir in mayonnaise, salt, onion powder, chili powder, pepper andItalianseasoning.StirinParmesancheeseand½cup mozzarellacheese Cookuntilcheeseismelted.Keepskilletonburneroverlowheat.

Remove dough from tubes. Leaving dough intact, roll andstretchinto18-inchropes Cuteachropeinto12pieces for24total

On baking sheet with parchment paper, form bunny head by placing one piece of dough in middle then surroundingitwithsixmorepieces Use13piecestoform round body Use remaining pieces to form ears on top of head. Scoophotspinachdipintocenter Spoonsmallportions oneachear Sprinkleearsandbellywithremainingmozzarellacheese Bake 18 minutes or until crescent dough is golden brownandthoroughlycooked

Walk more to stress less: Get moving to improve well-being

By Feature Impact

SOURCE: AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION

Morethan10yearsago,amerefivewords frighteneddeskjockeyseverywhere:“sitting is the new smoking.” Still, many people across the U.S. are walking less than they used to Long days spent sitting can take a toll over time, negatively impacting bodies andminds

ResearchfromtheAmericanHeartAssociation shows 1 in 4 adults in the United Statessitsforlongerthan8hourseachday, leadingtoanincreasedriskofcardiovasculardisease,obesity,Type2diabetes certain cancersandprematuredeath.

Feelingstretchedbythedemandsofeverydaylifeiscommon.However,simplyadding just20minutesofdailyphysicalactivitymay reducetheriskofdiseaseandimprovemental health, according to research published in “JAMA Internal Medicine.” Additionally, being physically active reaps many benefitsdowntheroad Itkeepsyourmindsharp as you age; studies show higher levels of fitness are linked to better attention, learning, working memory and problem solving It also slashes risk of depression and boosts anall-aroundsenseofjoy.

Research continues to show physical activity,likewalking,reducesstress,boosts moodandpromotesoverallwell-being This year in honor of National Walking DaycreatedbytheAmericanHeartAssociation more than 10 years ago to encourage more movement throughout the day and help peoplelivelonger,healthierlives,onestepat atime-considertheseideastogetyourbody movingtohelplowerstress,improvesleep, liftyourmoodandsupportbothmentaland physicalhealth.

STEP INTO THE GREAT OUTDOORS

Slippingonapairofcomfortablewalking shoes and heading outside is a simple way togetmoremovementinyourlife Walking outside has the added benefits of helping reduce stress, improving mood and boosting cardiovascular health. Sunshine also provides a boost of vitamin D and immune support.

MAKE IT FUN

Thinkofmovementassomethingyougive yourself, by moving more your way. When you choose activities you enjoy, it becomes easiertomakethempartofyourday.Ifyou can’tfind20minutesforawalkoutside,even short bursts of movement can help Walk-

ing in place at a brisk pace, walking up and downthestairsinyourhome,findingaquick dance workout online or even seated exercisesandstretchbreaksthroughouttheday canhelpyoufeelmorerefreshedandready to take on everyday tasks, like cooking and runningerrands

WALKWITH A FURRY FRIEND

Pets can be a great motivator to get moving Plus, taking your furry friend for a strollcansupporthearthealth,lowerstress andboostoverallhappiness Infact astudy

publishedinthe“JournalofPhysicalActivity and Health” shows dog owners are 34% more likely to reach their fitness goals and get the recommended amount of physical activity than those who don’t have a dog. Walkingwithyourpetcanalsoleadtomore social connection, such as meeting neighborsorotherpetowners

POUND THE PAVEMENTWITH A PAL Walking solo can be good for introspection, but bringing a friend, family member or coworker can make the time pass more

Everystepcounts VisitHeart.org/movemoreformoretipstogetmoving

By TRICARE Communications

FALLSCHURCH,Va Healthcarecosts canfeelconfusing—buttheydon’thavetobe TRICARE uses specific terms to describe what you pay and how your benefit works. Youmayseethesetermsonyourexplanation ofbenefitsaftergettingcare.Understanding them helps you plan ahead and avoid unexpectedcosts

“KnowingyourTRICAREcosttermstakes the guesswork out of your health care,” said Ms.DebraFisher,HealthSystemSpecialist, Policy&ProgramsBranch TRICAREHealth Plan, at the Defense Health Agency “When you understand what you owe and why, you can make more informed choices and approachyourhealthcarewithconfidence.” Here’s a guide to the most common TRICAREcostterms

DEDUCTIBLE

Adeductibleistheamountyoupaybefore TRICAREbeginscost-sharing.Yourdeductible depends on your plan and whether you haveindividualorfamilycoverage Onceyou meetyourdeductible TRICAREstartspaying itsshareofyourcoveredcare.

„ Appliesto: TRICARE Select, TRICARE Select Overseas, TRICARE Reserve Select, TRICARE Retired Reserve, TRICARE Young Adult-Select, and TRICARE For Life (for services not covered by Medicare) BeneficiarieswithTRICAREPrimeonlypay adeductiblewhentheyusethepoint-of-serviceoption.

„ Real-life example: You have TRICARE Selectandyourdeductibleis$150 InJanuary, youhavea$150doctorvisit Youpaythefull $150 because you haven’t met your deductibleyet.Afterthat,TRICAREstartssharing the cost of your covered care for the rest of theyear

POINT-OF-SERVICE FEES

The TRICARE Prime point-of-service option allows TRICARE Prime enrollees to receive nonemergency care from any TRICARE-authorized provider without a referral. It offers flexibility but results in highercosts Thesearecalledpoint-of-servicefees,asdescribedintheTRICARE2026 CostsandFeesSheet(onlineathttps://www tricare.mil/Publications/Costs/costs_fees).

„ Applies to: TRICARE Prime (doesn’t applytoactivedutyservicemembers).

„ What you’ll

TRICARE-allowable charge These costs don’tcounttowardyourcatastrophiccap.

„ Appliesto:AllTRICAREplans

of

„ Real-life example: You have TRICARE Prime but skip the referral process and go directlytoaspecialist.Youhaven’tmetyour point-of-servicedeductibleyet,soyoupaythe first$300yourself Afterthat,youpay50%of theallowablechargeforeachvisit.Gettinga referral from your primary care manager is usuallymostcost-effective.

CATASTROPHIC CAP The catastrophic cap is the maximum you pay out of pocket each year for TRICARE-coveredservices Onceyoureach this limit, TRICARE covers 100% of your coveredcarefortherestofthecalendaryear

„ What counts toward your cap: Enrollment fees deductibles copayments pharmacycopayments,andothercost-shares based on TRICARE-allowable charges all count. Point-of-service fees for TRICARE Prime don’t count. If you have a premium-based plan, your monthly premiums don’tcount.

„ Real-life example: You’re a Group A retiree family member with TRICARE Prime Your catastrophic cap is $3,000 Youandyoureligiblefamilymembershave multiplehospitalizationswithinacalendar year You keep track of your copayments, deductibles,andcost-shares

Elizabeth River Trail Foundation announces line up of 2026 programs and grand opening of its Trailside Headquarters

NORFOLK, Va The Elizabeth River Trail Foundation is kicking off 2026 with an expanded lineup of programs, new partnerships and opportunities for the community to experiencethe10.5mileurbanwaterfronttrailinnewways

Eachyear,theElizabethRiverTrail(ERT)hostsmorethan 100 free and low-cost programs that connect residents and visitorstoNorfolk’sriverfrontthroughrecreation,education, and community engagement. From guided historical tours andbotanicalwalkstogroupbikeridesandvolunteerbeautificationdays,thetrailcontinuestoserveasavitalconnector across28neighborhoods

Newthisyear,theERTispartneringwithRollbounceRollout,anall-wheelsskatingcommunity,tobringtheirpopular Vibe N’ Roll event to the trail. Beginning in March, the free monthly event will take place on the third Tuesday of each month from 6:00-7:30 pm, welcoming skaters rollerbladers, cyclists, and other wheel-based recreation enthusiasts The Foundation is exploring opportunities to incorporate Spinclusionadaptiveridesalongsidetheseevents expandingaccessibilityandinclusiononthetrail.

“TheElizabethRiverTrailismorethanapath-it’sashared spacewherecommunityhappens,”saidKindraGreene,ExecutiveDirectoroftheElizabethRiverTrailFoundation “We’re excited to continue building partnerships that invite more peopletoexperiencethetrailinwaysthatarejoyful,accessible,andmeaningful.”

The 2026 ERT lineup includes returning favorites such asTourdeORFgroupbikerides,AfricanAmericanHistory Tours botanicaltoursledbyNorfolkMasterGardeners,and communitypaddlesalongtheElizabethRiver.

TheFoundationalsoinvitesthecommunitytosavethedate forCelebrateTrailsDayonApril25 2026 whichwillinclude volunteeropportunities,communityactivities,andthe GrandOpeningoftheERT’sfirsteverTrailsideHeadquartersintheChelseaDistrictofNorfolk.

ERT2026TourSchedule

Thisisapartialscheduleofaevents.Forthefulllineupvisit https://elizabethrivertrail.org/events

„ March 27 - Trail Beautification Day led by the Norfolk MasterGardeners

„ March28-AfricanAmericanHistoryTouroftheHistory andArchitectureLivingAlongtheTrailledbyNorfolkTour Company

„ April 5 - Tour de ORF Group Bike Ride at Afterglow Brewing

„ April 11 - African American History Tour of Fort Norfolk

TAILS & TRAILS

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donorswillbeenteredtowinanUltimateDogLoversprize basket The raffle basket drawing will take place at 5:30pm attheeventandtheguestmustbepresenttowin.

Foranadditionalcost,guestscanalsosymbolicallyadopta VirginiaZooanimal,specificallyaBurmesepython,two-toed sloth,yellow-footedtortoise,orredfox,inhonoroftheirpup!

Each Zoodoption has a special dog toy inside The Virginia ZooGiftShopwillalsohavea20%offsaleonalldogmerchandise, including bandanas, toys, leashes, and collars Other local vendors including Salty Paws Chics Beach Moondog

ledbyNorfolkTourCompany

„ April21-VibeN’RollAllWheelsRolloutwithRollbounce RolloutatFr8houseCoffee

„ April 24 - Trail Beautification Day led by the Norfolk MasterGardeners

„ April25-CelebrateTrailsDayatERTHQ

„ April25-BotanicalWalkingTourforCelebrateTrailsDay atERTHQ

„ April25-ERTTrailsideHeadquartersGrandOpening

„ May 2 - Truth Be Told Spring Launch Stories Under the StarsatLarchmontLibrary

„ May3-TourdeORFGroupBikeRideatBenchtopBrewing

„ May5-GiveLocal757Day

„ May8-BikeNightattheVirginiaZoo

„ May 9 - Group Paddle at Plum Point Park led by Norfolk KayakRentals

„ May15-BiketoWorkDay

„ May 16 - African American History Tour of Fort Norfolk

ledbyNorfolkTourCompany

„ May19-VibeN’RollAllWheelsRolloutwithRollbounce RolloutatERTHQ

Bakery PawsnicketyPets andmorewillalsobeinattendance withdog-friendlytoys,treats,andotheraccessoriesavailable forpurchase Forsafety,dogticketsarelimitedandareexpectedtosell outfast Additionally,alldogsrequireadvancedregistrationby April12th Dogticketscost$18.VirginiaZooMembertickets cost$8foradults(18+)andchildren(ages2-17).Non-member ticketscost$18foradults(12+)and$13forchildren(ages2-11).

Children under 2 can visit free with advanced ticket registration Purchaseyourticketshere:https://virginiazoo.org/ event/dog-days/.Eventtakesplacerainorshine ABOUTTHE VIRGINIA ZOO

TheVirginiaZoo,locatedinNorfolk,Virginia,ishometo

„ May 23 - Edible Botanical Bike Tour for Bike Month at ERTHQ

Ifyouwouldliketohostaneventonthetrail,partnerwith the Elizabeth River Trail Foundation, or sponsor an ERT program,pleaseemailhello@elizabethrivertrail.org.

The Elizabeth River Trail Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides the planning, program, and advocacy for the Elizabeth River Trail connecting Naval Station NorfolktotheVirginiaBeachTrail TheElizabethRiverTrail runs10.5milesthroughbusinesses,andhistoricattractions and is within a 5-minute walk of 28 neighborhoods The multi-usetrailisdesignedforwalking,running,andbiking It comprises11sectionsfromNorfolkStateUniversity,through Downtown Norfolk and Old Dominion University to NIT Terminals along the Elizabeth River The Foundation has completedmultiplenewuniqueandaward-winningamenities,includingkayaklaunches,playsculpture,andadouble turbochallengecourseinPlumPointPark,andmostrecently theinstallationofthefirstERThydrationstation.Formore information,visithttps://elizabethrivertrail.org.

more than 700 exceptional animals representing over 150 fascinatingspecies Foundedin1901andresidingon53beautifullylandscapedacres,theVirginiaZoohasdemonstrateda commitmenttosavingandprotectingtheworld’swildlifeby inspiringapassionfornatureandtakingconservationaction athomeandaroundtheworld.TheVirginiaZooisanaccreditedmemberoftheAssociationofZoosandAquariumsandis recognizedasagloballeaderineducation,recreation,science, wildlifeconservation,andanimalcareandwelfare.Formore than a century, the Zoo has connected adults, families and schoolchildrenwiththenaturalworldanditswildlife The Virginia Zoo is open daily from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. with last admissionat3p.m.Foradmissionpricesandtolearnmore, visitvirginiazoo.org