Suds and Buds 2026

Norfolk Botanical Garden (voted #3 Best Botanical Garden in the U.S. through Newsweek) represents an oasis of more than 65 themed gardens encompassing 175 beautiful acres. The Garden is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums, recognized as a Virginia Historic Landmark, listed on the National Register of Historic Places and designated a Virginia Green attraction. It is managed by Norfolk Botanical Garden, Inc. and supported by the City of Norfolk. The mission of Norfolk Botanical Garden is to immerse visitors in a world of beauty, lead through environmental action and inspire through education and connection to nature.

Rotary Club Norfolk is a vibrant group of community leaders who enjoy being part of southeastern Virginia’s oldest and largest service club. They have nearly 100 members come from throughout Hampton Roads and share a passion for community service and fellowship. They value always learning something new, having fun, and working together to make our community and world better.

The Sarah Michelle Peterson Foundation envisions a world without suicide and saves lives by providing depression and suicide prevention awareness programs and resources. They provide these programs in schools, churches, community centers, and other gathering places primarily in the Hampton Roads community.