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Good Morning, Williamsburg!

Another week and an additional 1,500+ subscribers - we appreciate everyone’s support in making The Early Burg Williamsburg’s #1 most read newsletter!

Here’s a quick morning corny to kick us off: What did the papa cow say to the baby cow when it was time to sleep?…. “It’s pasture bedtime” 😅 

Jefferson our mascot will take it from here! Enjoy!

Today’s Order: 
News🗞️, Trivia🤓, Real Estate🏠, Local Events🥳, Live Music🎤

This Week’s Top Stories:
Some local stories are behind a paywall, so we do our best to provide clear summaries.

Vacant Williamsburg Pottery Building Set for New Life as Coastal Community Church Campus ⛪
Williamsburg Pottery will be home to the Coastal Community Church Williamsburg campus, after a unanimous approval of the James City County Board of Supervisors Tuesday night. Read More

Big Bad Wolf Earns #2 Spot on 10 Best New Theme Park Attractions List! 🎢
Busch Gardens coaster, Big Bad Wolf: Wolf’s Revenge, made the USA Today 10 Best New Theme Park Attractions to Experience in 2026 list. Read More

Williamsburg City Council Unanimously Approves Meal Tax Increase 🪙
The title says it all. If you plan to eat out, it may cost a little bit extra! Read More

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A Note From Your Neighbor

A new year isn't just a fresh start, it's an opportunity to make smarter financial decisions. A quick financial checkup now can prevent costly surprises later. Consider the following to help keep you on track and avoid missed opportunities:

• Review tax strategies and withholding

• Reevaluate your investment allocation

• Consider increasing retirement or investment contributions

• Update beneficiaries on all accounts

• Revisit your budget and cash flow

• Review insurance coverages, especially after life changes

The actions you take early this year can shape your financial confidence for years to come. If you would like guidance with your financial planning, Lucas offers complimentary consultations to review your current plan and discuss strategies for the year ahead.

We hope you got it right! 😁 If not, better luck next week!

Take a look at some of the most popular listings this week! And make sure to use David Tortolini for your real estate needs - he is easily one of Williamsburg’s best.

Make sure to let David know you saw him in The Early Burg!

Be sure to watch for things labeled MAJOR EVENT as those are highly popular and ones not to miss!

Multiple Days

⛸️ Ice Skating | Liberty Ice Pavilion | Daily through Feb 28th | See More

🎺 (MAJOR EVENT) 12th Annual Winter Blues Jazz Fest! | Jan 16-19 | Get Tickets!

🪓 (MAJOR EVENT) GLOW THROW! | Axe Republic | Jan 14-16 | Book a Lane
One-of-a-kind glow-in-the-dark experience!! From the targets to the axes & floor, it glows. Blackout curtains ensure the fun doesn't stop during the day! Our highly trained staff is here to keep you safe even if it is your first time throwing. LANES WILL GO FAST, BOOK NOW!


Thursday 1/15

🪡 Teen Sewing (12-18) | James City County Library | 5-8pm
Stunning 8-point quilting stars! No experience needed!

🎤 90’s Themed Open Mic Night | VooDoo Brewing | 6-9:30pm

✊🏿 MLK Celebration | First Baptist Church 1776 (727 Scotland St) | 6pm

🎵 Music Bingo | Highway Pizza | 6:30-8:30pm (Recurs weekly)


Friday 1/16

🥳 Adult Night at the Library! | James City County Library | 6-8pm
This is an adults-only night at the James City County Library! Hang out in the Teen Room, participate in some games and enjoy a line dancing lesson!


Saturday 1/17

🏃 2026 Chills in the Mill Harwoods Half Marathon & 5k | Harwood’s Mill Park | Varying Times | Register Now

🥾 Saturday Group Hike: Warhill Trail Loop (3.6 mi) | Williamsburg Indoor Sports Complex | 10am
Meet up on left side of WISC by the grass fields. Difficulty = easy. All are invited!

🌱 DIY Greenhouses | JCC Library | 2:30-4:30pm
Learn how to make a mini greenhouse from a recycled plastic container and discover the value of native plants for pollinators and other wildlife. Recommended for ages 8+. Will be a popular event!

🩰 Auditions: Peter and the Wolf | 1228 Richmond Road | 12:30pm-2pm | More Info
Virginia Regional Ballet announces our 2026 spring ballet, Prokofiev's Peter and the Wolf! This exciting musical adventure features animal characters and centers around the young hero, Peter, as he protects his animal friends from a menacing presence in the forest. Please note: AUDITION FEE is $25. Ballet 3B+ (en pointe) audition time is 12:30-2:00 p.m. Ballet 2A/B: 2:15-3:30 p.m.

💃🏿 Saturday Night Lesson & Social Dance | 7 Cities Ballroom | 7-10pm | Tickets Required


Sunday 1/18

🏈 BIG SCREEN SUNDAYS: Playoff Edition | The Virginia Beer Company | 12-7pm

🍷 A Toast to the New Year Wine Dinner | Riverwalk Restaurant | 5pm


Notable Upcoming Events

🧘 Community Yoga | The Watermen’s Museum Yorktown | Monday Jan 19th | 6pm | More Info

🎭 Youth Talent Show (ages 5-18) | Williamsburg Library Theatre | Sat Feb 28th | 2pm | More Info
Start having the kiddos prep! Should be a blast!

Events of the Week, Sponsored By:

Thursday 1/15

🏀 Men’s Basketball vs. NC A&T
Kaplan Arena | Tipoff @7pm | Doors Open @6pm

Decades Night! 
Join Tribe men’s hoops as they host the North Carolina A&T Aggies for a conference showdown! Music throughout the game will have a blend of popular songs throughout the decades!
Get Tickets!


Friday 1/16

🏀 Women’s Basketball vs. Hampton
Kaplan Arena | Tipoff @7pm | Doors Open @6pm

70’s Night with Trivia! 
Join Tribe Women’s Hoops as they throw it back to the 70’s! Costumes are encouraged (bell bottoms and platform shoes welcomed!) as you test out your trivia knowledge! The winner of Tribe Trivia will win an Under Armour gear pack worth $150!
Get Tickets!

Show your support for local artists & businesses!

Location | Artist | Time

Multiple Days
WINTER BLUES JAZZ FEST 2026 | Jan 16-19 | Tickets & Info

Thursday 1/15
Two Drummers | Nathan Lienard | 6:30-9:30pm
Cook’s Burger Bar | Cook’s Unplugged | 6-9pm
Voodoo Brewing | Open Mic Night | 6-9:30pm (90s Themed)
Cowboy Cactus | Karaoke Night w/DJ Foxy Lady | 7-10pm
Gloucester Brewing Company | Tom Euler Acoustic | 6-8pm
Old School Cider House | Music Bingo! | 6pm

Friday 1/16
Cul’s Courthouse Grille | Cody Christian | 6-9pm
Stonehouse Grill | JP Experience Acoustic Duo | 6:30-9:30
Revolution Golf and Grille | WOAH! | 7-10pm
Cowboy Cactus | EDM Cowboy Circus | 8pm-12am
Old School Cider House | Steve LaFountain | 5pm

Saturday 1/17
Old School Cider House | Jocelyn Oldham | 3pm
Alewerks | Corey Pavlosky Duo | 6-9pm
Cul’s Courthouse Grille | 6-9pm
The Corner Pocket | Dirty LIX | 7-10pm
Eagles Club | JTucker Trio | 7:30-10:30
Cowboy Cactus | Halfway Decent | 8pm-12am

Sunday 1/18
Cul’s Courthouse Grille | Blue Guitar | 12-3pm
New Kent Winery | Junior Wilson | 4pm
Old School Cider House | Michael DeMoss | 2pm