Happenings

Virginia’s legislators rely on the support, love and partnership of those they hold dear to navigate the months during session and beyond. The First Lady cherished time spent over lunch at the Executive Mansion with the ‘Better Halves’ of Virginia’s legislators and was honored to learn more about their lives and experiences.

This Black History Month hundreds from across the Commonwealth will gather in Virginia’s executive home. The Governor and First Lady welcomed community, faith, and business leaders, educators, creatives and change-makers to the Executive Mansion as guests reflected on the incessant strength and resilience of Black Americans. Thank you especially to the students of Norfolk State University's Gospel Choir for sharing your talent and grace!

And so it begins! The First Lady and Governor are overjoyed to have Virginia’s home filled with legislators again as they hosted a reception following the Governor's State of the Commonwealth Address. As we toast to our amazing Commonwealth, we are reminded of the invaluable opportunity to come together and serve its people.

Held for over 55 years on the morning of the first day of the Virginia General Assembly Legislative Session, the Commonwealth Prayer Breakfast provides legislators, constituents, and Virginians an opportunity to come together in bipartisan and nondenominational fellowship and pray over the legislative session and year ahead. ‘The Night Before,’ The First Lady and Governor welcomed those involved in the planning of this decades long tradition to the Executive Mansion in appreciation of their commitment to our Commonwealth.