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Happy November! Find fun family activities and events for the weekend. If you don't find the perfect fit below then visit our Daily Calendar for all the events!
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Colonial Williamsburg is offering FREE admission during Veterans Day weekend, Wednesday through Sunday, November 11-15, to all active duty Military, Reservists, Retirees, Veterans, National Guardsmen and their immediate dependents.*
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AWWW SHUCKS! STILL HAVEN'T ORDERED? It's NOT too late! ORDER before Fri., Nov. 13 at 11:59pm!
Oyster Package includes
- (1) Bag of 12-15 Fresh Local Virginia Oysters in the Shell (bring portable cooler to keep oysters fresh!)
- (1) pint of raw oysters with suggested recipes
- (2) Bundtinis from Nothing Bundt Cakes
- A Half-pint of Crab & Corn Chowder from Waypoint Seafood and Grill
- A Half-pint of Tomato Soup from Waypoint Seafood and Grill
- A Half-pint of Pimento Cheese from Waypoint Seafood and Grill
- (2) Commemorative Event Pint Glasses
- (2) VLM Museum Admission Tickets (no expiration date)
- (1) Oyster Shucking Knife
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Mammals are a major part of the estuarine marshes and nearby forest. Discover what animals make their home in York River State Park. The guide will show different pelts and photos. If you’re lucky, you may see some of these creatures in the wild. There is no fee for this event. Children are welcome.
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Sparkling lights, beautiful decorations, festive foods, live seasonal music, exciting coasters and attractions, plus abundant shopping with physical distancing will make the spirit of the season come alive. Day and evening reservations on select dates Nov. 13 – Jan. 3. It’s not Christmas Town, but for 2020 we are thrilled Busch Gardens is open and it looks like this event the ALL-NEW special event will not disappoint!
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Join School Crossing for Neighborhood Toy Store Day. School Crossing is kicking off the holiday season by hosting a fun filled in-store and Facebook LIVE activities day. This starts School Crossings 12 Days of Christmas Sales! View the in store and online demo schedule here
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This is a great market with a Pirate Encampment, Clan MacCool Band, a special Maritime Heritage Fair, a re-enactment of the 1774 Yorktown Tea Party, a busy blacksmith, the Fife and Drum, and some of the best seafood in the area. Bring the whole family for this one!...
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VPPSA chemical collection accepts a variety of paints, fuels, solvents, pesticides, automotive products and other chemicals. Remain in your vehicle and staff will come to you for recycling items. For a list of accepted materials click MORE INFO below
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Ulla's European Delights will be there with some delights! This weekly farmers market doesn't disappoint but do check the post for the new location +++ music is back!
To see a list of all vendors attending the Nov. 14th market click more info below
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Score bargains on paintings, prints, posters, jewelry, art supplies, art equipment, household items and more. Masks and social distancing measures will be followed.
Support for Masters of Surrealism is provided by the Virginia Commission for the Arts, National Endowment for the Arts and City of Newport News.
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There will be three shows: 11 AM, 1:30 PM, 3:30pm
Join the Williamsburg Players for another parking lot performance! Featuring performances from Players past and present! Socially distanced, outdoor theatre event...
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Hear how this most ubiquitous of musical instruments was played in 18th-century Virginia. The Hennage Auditorium is located inside the Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg, this auditorium provides an intimate setting for a variety of performances and presentations. Programs are part of your daily ticket, Good Neighbors Pass or Annual Membership.
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Meet your friends at the Brass Tap across from the fountain in New Town for some great tunes from JDO, super pub grub (including ultimate poutine!) before the turkey on Thanksgiving, and over 200 kinds of craft beer. It’ll be a great night! Wear your JDO hat – or earn one!
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Three Shows: 11am, 1:30 and 3:30
This Thanksgiving Weekend A Family Show that All Ages will enjoy. This is the perfect family event for the Holiday weekend. It is a socially distanced, outdoor, magical event! Get your learn more and get your tickets before they are gone!
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Christmas in Colonial Williamsburg always includes their beautiful wreaths. Now is your chance to learn from the experts and make one for your home. Colonial Williamsburg's landscape design team will demonstrate how to make one and you will grt to make one!
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Celebrate the beloved traditions, stories, and music of the Christmas season on this intimate, one-of-a-kind guided walking tour through the galleries of the Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg.
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Written by Madeline Vann, NCC, M.Ed. at White Cloud Therapeutic Services.
I think we can all agree 2020 has been a difficult year, to put it mildly. And before we finally get out of this year, we have our holiday season to both look forward to, and endure.....
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Beginning Saturday, November 14th through Wednesday, November 25th each day for twelve consecutive days, School Crossing will announce an award winning product in our store and on our website that will be on sale that day. These products are Winners of the American Specialty Toy Store Associations “Best Toys for Kids”. Expect HUGE SAVINGS!
Just in time for the holidays, but you have to act fast for each sale only lasts one day, limited quantities.
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If you have been wanting to try magnetic lashes (ones you can wear more than once) here are the products for you! Tori Belle Icicle Magnetude Magnetic Eyelashes, Winter Wonderlash, and to top it off...Snowflake Lash Bling
Cruelty Free, Gluten Free, Vegan
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Raleigh got a new over-the-collar Burg Dog bandana at Localourist.com's booth last 2nd Sunday. Does your Burg Dog need a bandana? Head to Localourist.com - it is a site that loves to let folks know how to "live like a local, and play like a tourist". Localourist is making Burg Wear including "The Burg" adult and kid t-shirts...and now Burg Dog bandanas! These adorable bandanas slide over the dog collar! So cool. And there are Naughty & Nice bandanas too just in time for the Holidays! order online from our sister site!
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Localourist a site that loves to let folks know how to live like a local, and play like a tourist is making The Burg car decals, laptop and tumbler stickers and apparel! Check out this window decal!
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Do you see our Daily Funny posted at 7:35am daily? This is the most popular one from this past week!
We post a "Daily Funny" every morning at 7:30am on our Facebook, Twitter & Instagram accounts. The funny above was the most popular one last week. Follow us and check in every morning for a laugh! Just click the social icons below and "follow".
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In Case You Missed These...
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Set sail on a FREE virtual story time adventure as Maritime Mondays is back online every Monday! Join Lauren Furey, manager of visitor engagement, every Monday afternoon at 1 p.m. for a fun interactive book reading designed for children from 18 months to 8 years. Advance registration is required. Learn more by clicking below!
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Your Good Neighbor Pass offers discounts on food and beverage and shopping in Colonial Williamsburg stores and resort eateries. If you are a local resident or you teach or work in the area (see post for details) you may qualify for the Good Neighbors pass which gives you unlimited entrance to Colonial Williamsburg museums, historic trade house and discounts on tickets you purchase for friends and family. Here are all the benefits of this pass!
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Don't forget that local area residents get free admission everyday to the Jamestown Settlement and the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown! Here is how to get your free admission...
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From fiction to non-fiction we are bringing you a list of curated books that may be just what you were looking for...Kristy, our resident bookworm has been updating this list with more and more titles!
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Events are back! Check out our Daily Calendar and find fun things to do!
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