CW Native tag:www.guidetowilliamsburg.com,2009-07-13:/cwnative/44 2011-12-20T14:58:35Z Movable Type Pro 4.37 New Years Eve Fun For The Family! tag:www.guidetowilliamsburg.com,2011:/cwnative//44.9265 2011-12-20T14:52:04Z 2011-12-20T14:58:35Z Elizabeth A http://www.guidetowilliamsburg.com/community/mt-cp.cgi?__mode=view&blog_id=44&id=390 The fun begins on Dec. 31st at 6 pm.]]> Colonial Williamsburg Holiday Events tag:www.guidetowilliamsburg.com,2011:/cwnative//44.9264 2011-12-20T14:31:37Z 2011-12-20T14:51:37Z Elizabeth A http://www.guidetowilliamsburg.com/community/mt-cp.cgi?__mode=view&blog_id=44&id=390 - Walking Tours of Decorations on Dec. 24th; 9:15/ 11:00/ 1:30/ 3:15
  Tickets at Lumber House Ticket Office.
- 12 Days of Christmas Holiday Program at DeWitt Wallace Museum; 10:30/ 12:30
- Crystal Carols Program at Kimball Theatre; 11:30/ 1:30
- Holiday Tea with Dickens at Williamsburg Lodge; 2:30
- Christmas Tree Illumination Program at Chownings Tavern; 4-5 pm
- Firing of the Guns on Duke of Gloucester Street; 5-5:30 pm
On Sunday, Christmas Day:
- Christmas Day Brunch at Williamsburg Lodge served 10 am -2 pm
- Christmas Breakfast served at Shields Tavern, Campbells Tavern, and Kings Arms Tavern
Please visit www.colonialwilliamsburg.com/christmas for more information, or call 1-800-HISTORY
]]> Haunted Tours tag:www.guidetowilliamsburg.com,2011:/cwnative//44.9054 2011-11-01T02:19:00Z 2011-11-01T02:28:00Z Elizabeth A http://www.guidetowilliamsburg.com/community/mt-cp.cgi?__mode=view&blog_id=44&id=390 Edgewood Plantation is hosting a haunted tour for the next two weekends; November 4-5 and Nov. 11-12. The cost is $28. Call 1-804-829-2962 for details.]]> 9-11 Tenth Anniversary Event tag:www.guidetowilliamsburg.com,2011:/cwnative//44.8833 2011-09-11T11:30:37Z 2011-09-11T11:39:38Z Colonial Williamsburg and the Greater Williamsburg Chamber and Tourism Alliance are sponsoring a 9-11 Remembrance and Freedom Walk on Sunday, Sept. 11, 2011. It starts at Merchants Square at 1:00 pm. The community is invited to join in as the... Elizabeth A http://www.guidetowilliamsburg.com/community/mt-cp.cgi?__mode=view&blog_id=44&id=390 At the courthouse at 11:15, a ceremony will begin led by John Garay of the Alliance Armed Forces Committee and will include several speakers and music.]]> VA Shakespeare Festival tag:www.guidetowilliamsburg.com,2011:/cwnative//44.8593 2011-07-31T15:45:17Z 2011-07-31T15:54:58Z As I have said before, The Shakespeare Festival is one of my all-time favorite summer events in Williamsburg. Now playing is Hamlet, one of Shakespeare's best known plays and possibly the best ghost story ever told! Held at The College... Elizabeth A http://www.guidetowilliamsburg.com/community/mt-cp.cgi?__mode=view&blog_id=44&id=390 As I have said before, The Shakespeare Festival is one of my all-time favorite summer events in Williamsburg. Now playing is Hamlet, one of Shakespeare's best known plays and possibly the best ghost story ever told! Held at The College of William and Mary in Phi Beta Kappa Hall, tickets are $25 for adults, $15 for students, and $10 for children 7-13 years. For more info call 757-221-2674 or visit www.wm.edu/vsf Fourth of July Governor's Palace Picnic tag:www.guidetowilliamsburg.com,2011:/cwnative//44.8426 2011-06-30T13:42:48Z 2011-06-30T13:50:40Z Colonial Williamsburg will once again hold the Governor's Palace Picnic on July Fourth this year from 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm. Cost is $55 adults, $25 youths 12- under. Reservations are reguired and must be made by July 2nd.Dine on... Elizabeth A http://www.guidetowilliamsburg.com/community/mt-cp.cgi?__mode=view&blog_id=44&id=390 Dine on a variety of chilled picnic foods including Colonial Williamsburg specialties such as southern fried chicken, potato salad and colonial cherry trifle. A vegetarian box is also available. Enjoy performances by musicians, dancers, balladeers, and storytellers. Games for kids are provided, too. Bring your own chairs. A commemorative picnic blanket is included with the cost. Call and reserve your spot today! 1-800-477-8679]]> Fourth of July Fun at Shirley Plantation tag:www.guidetowilliamsburg.com,2011:/cwnative//44.8425 2011-06-30T13:35:58Z 2011-06-30T13:42:24Z Come to visit Shirley Plantation on Monday, July 4th, for their Fourth Annual Independence Ice Cream Social! Ice cream, lemonade, and iced tea are included with the regular admission prices. Served between 2 and 4 pm, while supplies last. Enjoy... Elizabeth A http://www.guidetowilliamsburg.com/community/mt-cp.cgi?__mode=view&blog_id=44&id=390 Cost is $11.00 adults, $7.50 youth 6-18. Discounts available for military, seniors and AAA members.]]> Independence Celebration Fireworks at Busch Gardens! tag:www.guidetowilliamsburg.com,2011:/cwnative//44.8424 2011-06-30T13:31:32Z 2011-06-30T13:35:27Z Busch Gardens will celebrate Independence Day with fireworks starting Saturday, July 2nd thru Monday, July 4th. The shows begin at 9:30 pm.... Elizabeth A http://www.guidetowilliamsburg.com/community/mt-cp.cgi?__mode=view&blog_id=44&id=390 Busch Gardens will celebrate Independence Day with fireworks starting Saturday, July 2nd thru Monday, July 4th. The shows begin at 9:30 pm. Art Museum Birthday Party! tag:www.guidetowilliamsburg.com,2011:/cwnative//44.8398 2011-06-24T14:50:13Z 2011-06-24T14:58:21Z Colonial Williamsburg is having a birthday bash on the lawn at the DeWitt Wallace Museum on June 24th. The lawn opens for seating at 5 pm. From 6 to 7:30 you can purchase a picnic dinner from Huzzah! BBQ Grille.... Elizabeth A http://www.guidetowilliamsburg.com/community/mt-cp.cgi?__mode=view&blog_id=44&id=390 Colonial Williamsburg is having a birthday bash on the lawn at the DeWitt Wallace Museum on June 24th. The lawn opens for seating at 5 pm. From 6 to 7:30 you can purchase a picnic dinner from Huzzah! BBQ Grille. Enjoy visiting the museum from 6 to 8 pm for tours and activities. A swing band will perform from 7 to 8:30 on the lawn and complimentary cake and ice cream will be available. Starting at 8:45 pm, enjoy the showing of "Night At The Museum 2." What a fun way for a family to spend a summer evening! Check out the Farmers Market for Father's Day tag:www.guidetowilliamsburg.com,2011:/cwnative//44.8358 2011-06-16T19:16:20Z 2011-06-16T19:21:11Z Elizabeth A http://www.guidetowilliamsburg.com/community/mt-cp.cgi?__mode=view&blog_id=44&id=390 Egg Hunt At Shirley Plantation tag:www.guidetowilliamsburg.com,2011:/cwnative//44.8015 2011-04-20T14:10:06Z 2011-04-20T14:24:14Z Shirley Plantation will host its annual Easter Egg hunt on Saturday, April 23rd at 2:30 in the afternoon. Regular admission prices are required; Adults, $11.00 and children 6-18, $7.50. Little ones five and under are free. The egg hunt is... Elizabeth A http://www.guidetowilliamsburg.com/community/mt-cp.cgi?__mode=view&blog_id=44&id=390 Shirley Plantation will host its annual Easter Egg hunt on Saturday, April 23rd at 2:30 in the afternoon. Regular admission prices are required; Adults, $11.00 and children 6-18, $7.50. Little ones five and under are free. The egg hunt is reserved for children, ages 3-10, and they must be accompanied by an adult. Remember you must bring your own basket! Top egg finders will receive prizes from the children's section of the Shirley Gift Shop. Light refreshments will be available on the patio area. Shirley is Virginia's oldest plantation and is open daily from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm. It is located on Rt. 5 just ten miles east of Richmond and 35 miles west of Williamsburg. The short scenic drive is well worth it to enjoy this Easter Sunday tradition with your family! For more information call 1-800-232-1613. Easter Bunny at Busch Gardens! tag:www.guidetowilliamsburg.com,2011:/cwnative//44.8014 2011-04-20T14:06:31Z 2011-04-20T14:09:31Z From now through April 24th, the Easter Bunny will be visiting Busch Gardens. Follow the bunny trail to find his giant Easter Basket at der Marktplatz in Oktoberfest. Be sure to take full advantage of this charming spring photo opportunity!... Elizabeth A http://www.guidetowilliamsburg.com/community/mt-cp.cgi?__mode=view&blog_id=44&id=390 From now through April 24th, the Easter Bunny will be visiting Busch Gardens. Follow the bunny trail to find his giant Easter Basket at der Marktplatz in Oktoberfest. Be sure to take full advantage of this charming spring photo opportunity! Farmer's Market Season Opening tag:www.guidetowilliamsburg.com,2011:/cwnative//44.7920 2011-03-22T16:51:09Z 2011-03-22T16:57:27Z Spring is popping out everywhere in Williamsburg! There is no place better to celebrate it than the Farmer's Market in Merchants Square. The market opens for full season on Saturday, April 2nd with over 30 vendors of producer-only products. From... Elizabeth A http://www.guidetowilliamsburg.com/community/mt-cp.cgi?__mode=view&blog_id=44&id=390 Spring is popping out everywhere in Williamsburg! There is no place better to celebrate it than the Farmer's Market in Merchants Square. The market opens for full season on Saturday, April 2nd with over 30 vendors of producer-only products. From fresh flowers, to early produce and baked goods just to name a few, there's something for everyone! Free to the public; open from 8 to noon. Improv Theatre Good Fun tag:www.guidetowilliamsburg.com,2011:/cwnative//44.7917 2011-03-22T13:02:44Z 2011-03-22T13:06:25Z One of the oldest student performing organizations on campus, The College of William and Mary Improvisational Theatre will be performing at Kimball Theatre in Merchants Square on Friday, March 25 at 7 p.m. They offer a broad spectrum on life... Elizabeth A http://www.guidetowilliamsburg.com/community/mt-cp.cgi?__mode=view&blog_id=44&id=390 One of the oldest student performing organizations on campus, The College of William and Mary Improvisational Theatre will be performing at Kimball Theatre in Merchants Square on Friday, March 25 at 7 p.m. They offer a broad spectrum on life and comedy, so be ready for a good time. Adults: $10 and Students: $5. An Evening With Presidents tag:www.guidetowilliamsburg.com,2011:/cwnative//44.7840 2011-02-19T13:25:14Z 2011-02-19T13:34:25Z Join in seeing a wonderful production at the Kimball Theatre on Sunday February 20th at 7:30.Presidents Washington, Jefferson and Madison will discuss early presidential policies and the role of parties in the American governmental system, as well as the challenge... Elizabeth A http://www.guidetowilliamsburg.com/community/mt-cp.cgi?__mode=view&blog_id=44&id=390 Presidents Washington, Jefferson and Madison will discuss early presidential policies and the role of parties in the American governmental system, as well as the challenge of balancing those individual presidential policies with "the will of the people." ]]>