When we find out about local happenings we let you know! This page keeps track of local event news, grand openings, and press releases. Museums, libraries, theme parks, schools, government and business updates can be found here for the Williamsburg, Yorktown, James City County and surrounding towns.
- The Actors’ Lament: Or the Really Rotten Luck of the Fledgling Theatre Company is the newest outdoor production coming to Colonial Williamsburg in September 2021
The Actors’ Lament: Or the Really Rotten Luck of the Fledgling Theatre Company is the newest outdoor production at Colonial Williamsburg For this brand-new evening production, The Actors’ Lament: Or the Really ... - TPMG looking for individuals for Investigational Treatment Trials for COPD
Investigational Treatment Trials for COPD Are you interested in a new and easier way to treat your COPD? If so, you may be eligible for an investigational treatment trial. The TPMG Clinical Research ... - You’ve been Booed! What is being Boo’d? What do you do now?
You’ve been Booed! What is being Booed? What do you do now? First of all this is a wonderful and fun neighborhood and community activity. It doesn’t cost much and ... - Become an Advisor to the WJCC School Board
Become an Advisor to the WJCC School Board by serving as an advisor on one of their committees. Looking for a way to help your community and schools? Apply to ... - The Burg Weekender – our big list of events for the weekend
Looking for things to do in the Williamsburg VA area this weekend? If so, “The Burg Weekender” our email of things to do this weekend is for you! View ... - Competition for COX Cable will be coming to City of Williamsburg
There will be a new internet, television, and phone service company coming to the City of Williamsburg that will compete with Cox Cable Today, September 9, 2021 Williamsburg City Council “voted ... - Community Commemoration of September 11
Community Commemoration of September 11th on Sept 11, 2021 from 8:45 – 9:15 am The Williamsburg community gathers on the steps of the Courthouse 101 W Duke of Gloucester St, Williamsburg, ... - Jamestown Jams FREE Concert Series 2021 at Jamestown Beach Event Park full line up of bands!
Jamestown Jams Concert Series Summer 2021 James City County is pleased to announce its Free Summer Concert Series Jamestown Jams, is returning for the 5th Season. Entrance will open at 5:30 ... - Get FREE admission to the Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg on Sept 18, 2021
Visit the Art Museums for Free on September 18, 2021 during the Smithsonian Magazine Museum Day! Colonial Williamsburg is opening the Art Museum doors to the public for FREE as ... - Something different to do at night. Haunted Williamsburg at Colonial Williamsburg Sept 3 – Nov 24, 2021
Want a different evening out? How about an eerie evening with the official ghost tour of Colonial Williamsburg: Haunted Williamsburg Haunted WilliamsburgNightly at 7:00 pm and 8:30 pmSept 3 – ... - September 2021 events at the Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg including live theatre in the Hennage Auditorium
September 2021 events at the Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg including live theatre in the Hennage Auditorium The Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg have daily live theatre, art projects for kids, ... - Opera in Williamsburg returns with L’Elisir d’Amore (The Elixir of Love), September 10 and 12, 2021
Opera in Williamsburg returns with L’Elisir d’Amore (The Elixir of Love), September 10 and 12, 2021 with 4 performances Opera in Williamsburg is returning to the Kimball Theatre at Merchant’s Square ... - Counts Spooktacular Halloween for Kids at Busch Gardens starts Sept 25, 2021
The Counts Spooktacular Halloween for Kids at Busch Gardens Daytime on Saturdays and Sundays from September 25, 2021 to October 31, 2021 More trick or treating than ever offered at this event Activities ... - New Sculpture, Large Strawberry with Wheels by local artist, installed in Bicentennial Park
Triangle Arts and Culture League Gifts Sculpture to City of Williamsburg A new sculpture was installed in Bicentennial Park on Thursday, Aug. 12, 2021. Press Release: City of Williamsburg “The Triangle ... - Summer 2021 – Yorktown Sounds of Summer at the Riverwalk
Yorktown Sounds of Summer at the Riverwalk – Thursdays Concerts 2021 Parking update for Concert! If you plan to attend this Thursday night, Yorktown has a very important parking announcement. The upper ... - Portraits for Positivity – Free Portrait from Loved Snapped Photography for a good deed…Sat. Aug 28thPortraits for Positivity – Free Portrait from Loved Snapped Photography for a good deed… Date: Sat. Aug 28, 2021 Time: 5:30 PM EDT – 7:30 PM Location: Bicentennial Park 320 ...
- Kiwanis Shrimp Feast is Postponed until 2022
UPDATE 9-2-21: The Kiwanis Club of Williamsburg’s Board of Directors has made the difficult decision to postpone the 41st annual Shrimp Feast until 2022. It was a thoughtful and reasoned decision ... - CultureFix Partners with WATA on Bus Wrap Competition
Community Bus Wrap Competition Calling all Historic Triangle residents! CultureFix and WATA (Williamsburg AreaTransit Authority) are partnering to create a new community art project. We are accepting artsubmissions for two WATA ... - Governor Northam Announces Public Health Order to Require Universal Masking in K-12 Schools
Governor Northam Announces Public Health Order to Require Universal Masking in K-12 Schools Order reinforces state law SB 1303 Governor Northam today announced a Public Health Emergency Order requiring universal masking in all ... - Learning to Build Connection
Learning to Build Connection By Madeline Vann, M.Ed., NCC, resident in counseling at White Cloud Therapeutic Services, LLC Finding ways to connect and belong are a critical part of our health and happiness. And ... - Come to the return of the SMBC Clothing Giveaway! Sat. Aug 7th
The Great Community Clothing Giveaway is Sat., Aug 7, 2021 at Smith Memorial Baptist Church from 10 am – 2 pm The 12th Great Community Clothing Giveaway takes place from 10 ... - Yorktown’s Market Days – Spend Saturdays on the Waterfront
Yorktown Market Days is the open air farmers & artisan market that is held regular on Saturdays from April 10th thru Oct 31. Enjoy spectacular views of the York River, ... - Road Trip to Pigeon Forge, and Gatlinburg, Tennessee
Who’s Ready for a Road Trip?! I have been climbing the walls for a long time and was so excited to finally to go away on vacation again! If you’re like ... - Williamsburg Christian Academy Back to School with New Balanced Year Calendar
Williamsburg Christian Academy Back to School with New Balanced Year Calendar Williamsburg Christian Academy opened its doors to students this week with a new balanced year calendar. “The BYC,” as termed ... - Rita’s Ice Williamsburg is running a Kids Drawing Contest – each entry gets a free ice coupon and winners get a $20 gift card to Rita’s Ice in WilliamsburgRita’s Ice Williamsburg is running a Kids Drawing Contest – each entry gets a Free Ice coupon and winners get a $20 gift card to Rita’s Ice in Williamsburg This event ...
- The Turtle Census at the Virginia Living Museum is a great hands on experience
The Turtle Census at the Virginia Living Museum is a great hands on experience If you love turtles or have a family member 12 years and older, who loves turtles, this ... - Colonial Williamsburg for Locals – a new page on its website just for area residents!
Colonial Williamsburg for Locals a new page just for us! “I haven’t been to CW in years”….wait, what? Let’s change that! If you are a local resident there ... - NEED HELP PAYING FOR CHILD CARE?
NEED HELP PAYING FOR CHILD CARE? Do you have a child age 0-5 who hasn’t started kindergarten? You may be eligible for financial assistance under new, increased income guidelines! The Child Care ... - Beehive Distribution Program applications accepted July 20 – Aug 4, 2021
Applications for the Beehive Distribution Program (Program) will be accepted July 20, 2021 through August 4, 2021. When the application period opens on July 20, a link to the online application ... - Low-Cost Physicals & Immunizations – Make Appointment Now
Back to School Physicals & Immunizations Olde Towne Medical & Dental Center is making appointments for physicals and immunizations for children in July & August 2021. Call to reserve your spot, ... - Where to Eat in Williamsburg – Restaurant Guide
Where to Eat in Williamsburg – The Restaurant Guide – We have so many great options for dining in the Burg! We’ve compiled a list of restaurants to include indoor ... - Jamestown Beach Event Park, Williamsburg VA – parking fees and info
All about Jamestown Beach Event Park in Williamsburg Virginia Jamestown Beach Event Park is a family and dog-friendly beach that’s open daily 8 a.m. – sunset. The beachfront park features picnic areas (some ... - Vaccine Clinics July 10 & 31, 2021
Local vaccination clinics for Hampton Roads area for this upcoming week Looking for vaccines near me? Learn more about how to book your vaccine at your local pharmacy. UPCOMING CLINIC ... - CRITICAL NEED ALERT: The Red Cross Needs You!
Fabulous volunteer model in the photo above just happens to be country music superstar Martina McBride, a powerful advocate for blood donation. There is a critical need for blood – The Red ... - Yorktown’s Free Trolley Operating Schedule 2021
2021 Schedule The Yorktown Trolley is one of the best ways to see Historic Yorktown, and you expect it back on the streets Friday, March 26, just in time for an exciting lineup ... - Best places to fish, rent a canoe, kayak, boat and launch a boat in Williamsburg, James City County and York County, Virginia!
Best places to fish, rent a canoe, kayak, boat and launch a boat in Williamsburg area Williamsburg, James City County and York County have amazing historical locations but they also ... - Proposals for three JCC Parks are being made, see what is coming and how you can take part in the decision…
Proposals for three parks – the James City County Recreation Center Park, Upper County Park and the Warhill Sports Complex are being made… What’s Important to You? Share Your Vision…Shape Our ... - ‘Liberty Celebration’ Drums Up Patriotic Fun July 4
‘Liberty Celebration’ July 4 at the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown This Fourth of July, salute the 245th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence during Liberty Celebration at the American Revolution Museum at ... - Job Fair: Thursday, July 1st from 1 pm to 7 pm at Colonial Williamsburg!!!
Job Fair for Colonial Williamsburg! July 1st from 1 pm to 7 pm Hiring Event! Thursday, July 1 from 1:00 – 7:00 p.m. Head to the Williamsburg Woodlands Conference Center, 159 Visitor Center ... - Where to find the lambs in Colonial Williamsburg
PHOTO: W Reynolds Photography The Lambs are out in Colonial Williamsburg…but where? It happens every spring – baby lambkins are born in Colonial Williamsburg. Lambs stumbling across the fields they are ... - Mariners’ Museum Reopens May 28 and Admission is only $1 per person! Great Museum, Great Family Time – $1 Per Person! Learn more:
The Mariners’ Museum Galleries Reopen on May 28Mariners’ Museum Members to be offered early access on May 21 Exciting changes await when The Mariners’ Museum and Park reopens its galleries. The ... - 2021-2022 WJCC Public Schools – Kindergarten Registration Kicks Off with Virtual Meet & Greet
2021-2022 Kindergarten Registration Kicks Off with Virtual Meet & Greet Kindergarten Registration Kicks Off with Virtual Meet & Greet Do you have a child who will start kindergarten next school year? Don’t ... - Where can I find a COVID-19 Vaccine Near Me?
Where can I find a COVID-19 Vaccine Near Me? Is that what you have been typing in Google this week? Well, if you have not been directed to Vaccine Finder – ... - Brick & Vine Grand Opening Tuesday May 4, 2021 in Colonial Williamsburg
Brick & Vine Grand Opening Tuesday May 4, 2021 in Colonial Williamsburg The day has been set for the grand opening of Brick & Vine which is in Merchants Square in ... - Greater Williamsburg Regional Kinship Program: Are you caring for someone else’s child?
Greater Williamsburg Regional Kinship Program: Are you caring for someone else’s child? The GWR Kinship Program provides services to families who have taken on a relative children in the absence of ... - CDR’s 43rd Annual Bid ‘n Buy Auction – Online Bidding from April 17-24!
CDR’s 43rd Annual Bid ‘n Buy Auction – shop from April 17th – April 24th online!! Bid on 100’s of items online including, dining gift cards, wine baskets, sunset cruise, children’s ... - Williamsburg Localisms Explained: DoG St., Confusion Corner, The Burg and more…
Williamsburg Localisms Explained: DoG St., Confusion Corner, The Burg and more We do it all the time, we use abbreviations, acronyms and jargon when discussing our favorite places and things to ... - Vaccinations for ANYONE 18 and older on Fri, April 16th – you must register and have a time before attending:
Vaccinations Update: Vaccine Appointments Available Friday April 16th The Greater Williamsburg Clinic, operating out of the Colonial Williamsburg Visitor Center, has available appointment slots on Friday, April 16 for ANYONE who is ... - US: Past, Present, Future – new national conversation event~ April topic:
US: Past, Present, Future – new national conversation event ~ April What Does Citizenship Mean as an American? “US: Past, Present, Future,” is a new national conversation series exploring the vital intersection ... - Movie Tavern Williamsburg reopens on April 2, 2021!
Movie Tavern Williamsburg reopens on Friday, April 2, 2021! Everyone’s favorite movie with a meal is reopening in Williamsburg on Friday April 2, 2021. They even have some great food ... - Williamsburg Christian Academy, growing enrollment and moving toward International Baccalaureate Program
Article published originialy on Williamsburg Christian Academy’s website In a year that has been so challenging for our children, students from Williamsburg Christian Academy have been fortunate. They have been able ... - Planet or Plastic? National Geographic exhibition at Nauticus
Planet or Plastic? National Geographic exhibition at Nauticus now thru April 25, 2021 – this is the United States Museum Debut We made plastic. We depend on it. Now we’re ... - Nauticus Community Cleanup Day + $7.57 admission to “Planet or Plastic”
Nauticus Community Cleanup Day April 3 | 10 AM – 5 PM Join the Nauticus Museum for a socially-distanced virtual community clean-up on April 3, 2021 in celebration of our traveling exhibition by National Geographic “Planet or ... - Take the Tour de Trash Express at the Hampton/Nasa steam plant on April 9, 2021
Take the Tour de Trash Express at the Hampton/Nasa steam plant on April 9, 2021 Find out how your trash becomes energy by taking the Clean City Commission’s Tour de Trash Express at ... - Williamsburg Farmers Market Offering Scholarships
Williamsburg Farmers Market to Offer Scholarships The Williamsburg Farmers Market is accepting applications for two scholarships valued at up to $2,500 each. Applications are due to the Farmers Market office at ... - Busch Gardens Food & Wine Festival – the many reasons why you don’t want to miss it!
Experience a Safe Foodie Paradise during Virginia’s Largest Spring Food & Wine Festival at Busch Gardens Williamsburg Starting April 2, 2021! This popular food festival returns to take guests on an ... - Williamsburg Christian Academy Approved as International Baccalaureate World School
Williamsburg Christian Academy is now an International Baccalaureate (IB) and IB Diploma Program School March 17th, 2021 represented a landmark day in the history of Williamsburg Christian Academy, as it received ... - Free Parenting Class – March 20, 2021
Find Peace in Parenting – FREE Workshop via Zoom March 20th at 11 am This workshop will be done over Zoom and includes instruction on how to have more self-compassion and ... - The WRL Book Mobile is a tech decked Mercedes-Benz 24′ Sprinter with awning, outdoor seating, a smart TV with Apple box, computers, iPads, Nintendo Switches, and printers…oh, and books!
The WRL Book Mobile is a tech decked Mercedes-Benz 24′ Sprinter – not the old book mobile inside or out! You may spot a familiar logo on a shiny new van driving ... - St. Patricks Day Weekend – fun things to do and places to eat & drink!
Saint Patricks Day Events This year St. Patrick’s Day falls on Wednesday, March 17 below are a list of our top picks for St. Patrick’s Themed events for the week. St. Patrick’s ... - W&M Bookstore is moving locations
William & Mary Bookstore in Merchants Square W&M Bookstore is moving to the Triangle Building The William & Mary Bookstore, is operated by Barnes & Noble College and is located ... - 10 year old girl grabbed by wrist by stranger in Merchants Square on Friday – police seek public’s help
A mother reported that a man grabbed her 10 year old daughter by the wrist and pulled her in Merchants Square, in Williamsburg. This incident happened on Friday, March ... - Community Food Drive for Williamsburg House of Mercy, March 12-21
Food Drive for Williamsburg House of Mercy Colonial Williamsburg’s Merchants Square is hosting a Food Drive from March 12-21, 2021 to benefit House of Mercy in Williamsburg. There will be drop boxes ... - Busch Gardens Waves of Honor, Admission for Veterans*, and Military Pass – more info
Looking for Military Discounts? We give you a breakdown of the Military discounts and passes including Busch Gardens Williamsburg Waves of Honor Single , Military Pass and Veterans Discounts on our Busch Gardens Williamsburg Military discounts page. ... - How to make an Easter Egg Tree with your kids!
How to create your own Easter Egg Tree with your kids! by Olivia Bada Start a new tradition this Easter, make your family’s Easter Egg Tree. A simple easy way to celebrate ... - First image of Mars Preservation Rover – Bernie’s Mittens on Mars
First image from Mars Preservation Rover….you’re seeing this too, right? Bernie’s shadow… We watched it live and waited for the first images to appear…and well…I can’t believe it but it ... - Rent the Abbitt Planetarium at the Virginia Living Museum during COVID
Planetarium Shows NOTE: DUE to Covid-19 restrictions the Abbitt Planetarium will be CLOSED to the PUBLIC but open for private groups of 9 or less. Full Planetarium Rental: Members $100 and non-members $200 For ... - How to register to receive the COVID -19 Vaccine in VirginiaHow to register to receive the COVID -19 Vaccine in the Peninsula Visit our newest post on finding “vaccines near me” 💉If you are looking on information on how to get a ...
- Participate in shaping the future of James City County through Engage 2045
Participate in shaping the future of James City County through Engage 2045 Wonder how communities plan things like affordable housing, green space management, land use etc? Here is your chance to ... - UPDATE: Forward WJCC Schools Update A Timeline for In-Person Learning
Update 2/10/21 – As WJCC Schools prepare to welcome students back to school buildings, timelines may change based on the division’s ability to implement essential health and safety strategies. ... - Williamsburg Regional Library to Reopen February 16, 2021
Williamsburg Regional Library to Reopen February 16 Beginning on Tuesday, February 16, all Williamsburg Regional Library buildings will reopen. Library hours will be: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; ... - New additional platform informs iPhone users of potential exposure to COVID-19 without having to download an app.
Virginia Department of Health Launches COVIDWISE Express as Additional Tool to Boost Exposure NotificationsNew additional platform informs iPhone users of potential exposure to COVID-19 without having to download an app. Virginia ... - Youth Leadership Program registering now at Dream Catchers!
Youth Leadership Program registering now at Dream Catchers! This program is open to all children. Group spaces are limited to 6 children per group and each group will run for 10 ... - Horses Offering Person Empowerment (HOPE) empowering Women of All Ages – Dream Catchers – registering!
Horses Offering Person Empowerment (HOPE) empowering Women of All Ages – Dream Catchers – registering! This program is open to women of all ages. Group spaces are limited to 6 participants ... - Historic Triangle Messmer Community Services Center is now CDR’s new home!
Child Development Resources (CDR) and The Community Services Coalition (CSC) have reached agreement for CDR to acquire control of the Historic Triangle Messmer Community Services Center located at 312 Waller ... - Hermitage Museum – the perfect day adventure and Admission is FREE for the rest of 2021
Hermitage Museum – FREE Admission for 2021 Museum Admission is FREE through the rest of 2021 Now this one is a little out of the Williamsburg area but definitely worth the ... - How to Opt-Out of In-Person Learning for Middle & High School in WJCC – Deadline is Feb. 5thOpt-Out of In-Person Learning for Third 9-weeks All middle and high school students who are NOT enrolled in the Virtual Academy are scheduled to return to in-person learning in February and ...
- Ted Cruz Meme – Wish You Were Here – Cancun
Found this one on the internet – Wish you were here! From your Senator Ted Cruz – Daily Meme xProduct() - Community Conversation with W&M President & Dr. Fauci
February 18, 20213-3:45 p.m. The public is invited to join William & Mary President Katherine A. Rowe and Director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases Dr. Anthony Fauci ... - Here are the vaccination clinics capable of serving large numbers of people for the six localities in the Peninsula
Update: You can now search a VaccineFinder site to locate by your zip code the nearest pharmacy or clinic that has the COVID-19 vaccine you are looking for; Moderna ... - Bernie Sanders Mittens Meme with transparent background for your photo
Need a Bernie Sanders Mittens Meme with transparent background for your photo? We all need a good laugh these days, so why no make your own Bernie mittens meme? Our ... - Maritime Mondays is going Virtual – perfect for children 18 months to 8 years!
Maritime Mondays is going virtual! Mondays at 1 pm Hop online for a story time adventure every Monday afternoon at 1:00 p.m.! Fun for both children and caregivers, enjoy an interactive book ... - Christmas Tree Collection and Drop off – JCC, Williamsburg & Yorktown
Looking for Christmas Tree Collection dates for Williamsburg, Yorktown & JCC 2021? Here are the collection dates and contact information for your Christmas Trees pick up. This will give you the ... - COVID-19 Assistance Available for Families for Rent, Mortgage, Utilities & Food
JCC Social Services, Williamsburg House of Mercy and Salvation Army have received funding through the CARES Act in order to provide assistance to families and individuals needing assistance with rent, ... - Historic Jamestowne to Temporarily Close to the Public from Dec. 21 through Jan. 31
In order to limit the risks associated with the recent surge in COVID-19 numbers, both locally and nationally, Historic Jamestowne will be temporarily closed to the public from Dec. 21, ...
