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TOWN - N - GOWN
Purpose Statement
Town-N-Gown is an independent, informal association of men and women dedicated to developing a mutual understanding between Old Dominion University and the various civilian and military communities of Greater Hampton Roads.
Membership is open to all, and dues are $25 (single or double, same address) per year. Town-N-Gown provides an opportunity for area citizens and military neighbors to join the academic community for many diverse activities.
The organization is composed of townspeople (TOWN), military personnel (“N” for national defense forces), and university personnel (GOWN). Town-N-Gown, by presenting programs and organizing joint activities, offers its members the opportunity to increase their awareness of and appreciation for the total community with its many assets.
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Oct 15 (Thur) 7:30pm ODU vs Georgia Southern - 757 Under the Lights Discount tickets available for members -
Send request to to townngownodu@yahoo.com
Oct 6 Board meeting at 9:30AM at Webb Center
Oct 4-8 (Sun-Thurs) ODU Literacy Festival
more information at: odu.edu/life/culture/arts/litfest
Oct 3 (Sat) Time TBD and barring an emergency underway, TNG will Tour the USNS COMFORT T-AH 20 homeported in Norfolk since Commissioning on December 1, 1987 (the hospital ship). She has an active crew of 1277 and an inactive crew of 56. In 2025, the ship executed Continuing Promise 2025, again emphasizing partnership-building and direct care in the Caribbean and Central and South America.
Sep 24 (Thur) 12:30 - 1:30 pm American Heart Walk at Kaufmann Hall
RSVP: linktr.ee/mforsber
Sep 19 (Sat) The Blue Angels at NAS Oceana with the F-22 Demo Team, NextGen Eagles Aerobatic Team, U.S. Navy Rhino Demonstration Team East, US Navy Legacy Flight and more!! Gates will open at 8 AM. The show begins at 10 AM and the famous Blue Angels perform at 3 PM. Sign up early.
Town-N-Gown, invited by ANA to join their Chalet and have the best seats, under a tent with food and drink, and chairs available on the flight line at the rope - as close as you want to get! Bring your ear plugs! (Must RSVP to Pamela @ pamelamcnaught@aol.com for reservations by the 15th)- Note: there is a charge of $35 for tent entrance paid for with Credit Card Only - No Cash
Sep 13 (Sun) Welcome Reception with tour 2-4PM
Darden College of Education and Professional Studies.
Located at 4301 Hampton Blvd in the 3rd floor presentation room. Entrance on the Hampton Blvd Side.
Parking is available in the 43rd Street/Elkhorn Garage.*
The 2026-2027 Town-N-Gown Membership Directory will be available.
Sep 8 (Tue) Board meeting at Webb Center at 9:30AM - All are welcome to attend. 3 Board positions open - we need you. Park in VIP section at Webb Center, walk up steps and find us in the Executive Dining Rm 1310.
* Due to safety concerns, ODU regulations now require that ALL vehicles parked on campus at any time (24/7) to be registered with Transportation & Parking Services - NO EXCEPTIONS. There are hourly, daily, weekly or monthly rates with a virtual Permit issued by license plate. Hourly rate is $2.94 + $1 card use fee. For more info, please visit the website:
(https://www.odu.edu/transportation-parking-services/parking/visitor-parking)
Upcoming Events / Dates to Remember
Keep up with happenings at ODU by joining us!
Town-N-Gown members are always welcome at the board meetings as well as attending any associated scheduled tours. We will normally invite ODU professionals to make a presentation just after the scheduled monthly board meetings. Plan to be there at 11:00am to hear the speaker.
Contact Jo Hayden at jthaydn@gmail.com for details and to RSVP.
We look forward to seeing you at ALL Town-N-Gown programs & events!!
Town-N-Gown Awards Dinner May 19, 2026
Donations by Town-N-Gown May 19, 2026
