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Good Morning, Williamsburg!

Nathan here - I keep reminding myself this intense heat beats scraping ice off the windshield in January..but just barely. If you’re strong enough to go out and brave the Williamsburg sauna, we’ve rounded up some solid events for you.

Today’s Order:
- The Lowdown (local news) 🗞️
- Local Trivia 🤓
- Local Events 🥳 (sneak peek at some MAJOR upcoming events)
- Local Real Estate 🏠
- Local Live Music 🎤

Let’s get into it. 🏃

The Lowdown 📰🗞️

New Affordable Learning Program Comes to Williamsburg ( ages 5-8)🎒📚
Enlighten Christian Academy, a small Christian micro-school, opens in Williamsburg and is ready for registration. With class sizes under 10, students benefit from personalized attention, hands-on learning, and a nurturing, faith-based environment designed to help each child thrive. (Mention ‘Early Burg’ to get $50 off registration). See More

Indoor Slide Park To Replace Former Yankee Candle in Williamsburg 🛝🛝
In case you missed our social media post about it - The former Yankee Candle building in Williamsburg will become Slick City Action Park, an indoor slide and air court facility, after the city’s planning commission approved a special use permit. If finalized, it would be the first Virginia location for the nationwide attraction and aims to boost tourism. See our post about it

Whiskey & Wine Weekend Takes Over Williamsburg 🥃🍷
Williamsburg’s Whiskey & Wine Weekend kicks off Friday, featuring tastings, live entertainment, and special events at venues across the city through Sunday. Highlights include cocktail classes, themed trivia, film screenings, and a commemorative glass for guests who check in at participating locations. See More

Tabitha Sewer Studio Grand Opening in Premium Outlets 💥🪡
Tabitha Sewer Studio is celebrating its grand opening in Williamsburg, offering a new creative space for art lovers and makers to explore and grow. The event promises a festive atmosphere with opportunities to meet the artist and experience her work firsthand. Raffles, freebies, giveaways, refreshments and discounts are included. Grand opening in Friday at 1pm. See the posts on Instagram or Facebook

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A note from our local partner:

Finally, an affordable and fun learning program for students ages 5-8 in Williamsburg!  

Choose from:

• All-in-one Educational Experience - Academics, Enrichment & Field Trips

• Academic Experience - 4 core classes (English, Math, History, Science)

• Enrichment Experience - Art, Business, Spanish, Music, Culinary & more

• Field Trips - Educational trips, Recreational play, Service projects, and more

With tuition ranging from $900 to $8,500, there is something for every family. 

Now until July 31st: Mention ‘Early Burg’ and receive $50 off when registering!
Find out more at: EnlightenChristianAcademy.com

Williamsburg Trivia 🧐

Local Events!! 😁🎉 (things to do for all ages)

Multiple Days

🍷 Williamsburg Whiskey & Wine Weekend | Multiple locations| June 27–29 | More info

🎟️ Newsies the Broadway Musical | Williamsburg Players Theatre | June 27–29 | More info

🎤 Hampton Jazz & Music Festival | Hampton Coliseum | June 27–29 | Get Tickets

💃 North American Irish Dancing Competition | Williamsburg Lodge | June 27–29 | More info

🎡 Gloucester Summer Kick-off Carnival | Gloucester | June 26–29 | More info

Thursday 6/26

🎷 Yorktown Sounds of Summer – The Gentleman & Their Lady | 6:30–9pm | More info

🍕 Trivia and Pizza (Free) | Colonial Williamsburg | 5:30–7:30pm | More info

Friday 6/27

😂 Comedy Night at Illy Caffe Williamsburg | 7:30–9pm | More info

🍺 90’s Party & VBC Beer Release | Virginia Beer Company | 6pm | More info

🎨 Pottery Painting Charity Night | Paint on Pottery Too | 5–9pm | More info

🎉 Grand Opening of Tabitha Sewer Studio | Williamsburg PO | 1pm | More info

🌊 AquaGlow at Water Country USA | Water Country USA | | 8–11pm | More info

Saturday 6/28

🍅 Williamsburg Farmers Market | DoG St | 8am - 12pm | More Info

🛍️ Yorktown Market Days | Riverwalk Landing | 8am - 12pm | More Info

🧩 Jigsaw Puzzle Competition & Swap | Williamsburg Library | 1–4pm | More info

🏃 Night Owl 9k | Freedom Park | Fri June 28 | 6pm | Grab tickets

🎭 Jefferson & Adams | Kimball Theatre | 7pm | More info

🎤Classic Rock Live Music | Marsh Hawk @ Frothy Moon | 6-9pm | More info

Sunday 6/29

🎬 Merchants Square Movie Series – A Minecraft Movie | Merchants Square | 8pm | More info

Notable Upcoming Events (mark your calendars)

🛩️ 55th Anniversary AirShow | Waltrip Williamsburg Executive Airport | Sept 20-21 | More info

Did we miss anything? Is there something you’d like to see more of? Let us know by replying to this email. We are always looking for ways to improve! 😄 

Local Real Estate 🏠🏘️🏡

Take a look at some of the most popular listings this week!

Live Local Music 🎙️🎵🎷🎸

Show your support for local artists & businesses!

Thursday 6/26
Frothy Moon | Thursday Night Vinyl | 5-8pm
Cook’s Burger Bar | 6-9pm
The Brass Tap | Open Mic Night | 7-10pm

Friday 6/27
Corner Pocket | Elijah Righter | 5:30 - 7:30pm
Virginia Beer Company | 90’s Party | 6-9pm
Highway Pizza | Karaoke Night | 7-10pm
Revolution Bar and Grille | Relix | 7-10pm
Billsburg Brewery | Scott Varney | 7-10pm

Saturday, 6/28
Cooper Fox | CK Music | 3-6pm
Frothy Moon Brewhouse | Marsh Hawk | 6-9pm
Cul’s Courthouse | Identity Crisis | 6-9pm
Revolution Bar and Grille | James River Misfits | 7-10pm
Billsburg Brewery | Morgan Lynsey Band | 7- 10pm
YROC | Trio | 8-10pm

Sunday, 6/29
Saude Creek Vineyard | Joe’s Day Off | 2-5pm
Billsburg Brewery | Corey Pavlosky w/Hannah J | 3-6pm
Cul’s Courthouse | Chip Hale | 5-8pm

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