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This is The Early Burg, the local newsletter that’s as cool as a cucumber. 🥒🥒 

Local news, trivia, live music & events, and everything else you’d want to know or will enjoy - all in a few minutes! We do the digging so you don’t have to. By locals, for locals.

In today’s Early Burg:

• Folk Festival 2024 🎶 & Bluegrass Festival 2024 🪕

• Vote on name for Busch Garden’s new coaster 🎢🎢

• Future of Williamsburg School System 🏫

• Holly Fork Farm Opening Weekend!! 🎃🎃

• And more!

Let’s get into it. 🏃

Williamsburg Trivia 🧐🤓

The Lowdown 📰🗞️📰🗞️

Busch Gardens is Building a New Coaster & You Can Name It!!🎢🎢

The theme park announced Friday that it will open a family-friendly inverted ride that pays homage to a previous attraction at the park: the Big Bad Wolf. Fans can vote on its name until Sept. 25th. Read more here. 

Civic Alert: City of Williamsburg Offers Update on Future of Local School System 🏫🎒🚸

As of today, Williamsburg and James City County schools are slated to separate prior to the 2028/2029 school year, per a decision made by James City County in July 2023. However, both localities have purposefully kept open the possibility of restructuring the joint school district agreement in order to remain together in the years ahead... Read more here.

City of Williamsburg Launches Online Survey for Residents 🗣️🔊

The City of Williamsburg is asking the public to provide input on the City of Williamsburg’s priorities for the next two years through an online survey. Take the Survey.

Man Stabbed at Busch Gardens Williamsburg 🚔🚔

An 18-year-old man is recovering after being stabbed at Busch Gardens in Williamsburg, according to James City County Police. On Saturday night about 9:50 p.m., police responded after a fight was reported in the France area of the Busch Gardens amusement park. Read more here. 

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What to do? 🤔🤔

🍂🍂🎃🎃 Holly Fork Farm Opening Weekend | Opens Sat Sep 21st
Come one, come all! Opening weekend at Holly Fork Farm! Hayrides, face painting, farm animals, delicious food, ice cream, kettle corn, pumpkins & mums galore, and SO MUCH MORE! You do not want to miss out on the best way to start your fall.
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🪕 Bluegrass Weekend 2024 | Ed Allen’s Campground | Fri Sep 20 - Sun Sept 22
Come join Ed Allen’s Campground for a Bluegrass filled weekend!
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🎵 Yorktown Folk Festival 2024 | Water St. | Sat Sep 21 - 8:00am - Sun Sep 22 6:30pm
Join in for a massive celebration of American music spanning two full days! More information

🤓 BurgQuest Tabletop Gaming Con | Woodlands Conference Center | Fri Sep 20 - Sun Sep 22

Featuring three days of board game and RPG free play, panels, guests, game demos, field trips, game design workshops, and more at the Woodlands Convention Center in Williamsburg, Virginia. More information

🐾🐶 Paw-runch | Nautical Dog | Sun Sep 22 - 11:00am - 2:00pm
Calling all dog lovers! Get ready for a tail-wagging good time! Treat your furry friends to a yummy PAW-RUNCH featuring doggie pancakes, waffles, bacon, a quail egg, and even a pug-kin spice latte! For just $5, you can spoil your pup while supporting the animals at Ring Dog Rescue. See you there with your four-legged pals! More information

Jubilee XVIII | Alewerks Brewing Company | Sat Sep 21 - 12:00pm - 10:00pm
Alewerks Brewing Company turns 18 this year! Join for an epic celebration of live music, food, beer, and a fundraiser. This year, they are partnering with the Junior Women’s Club of Williamsburg, a volunteer, community service organization for civic-minded women who gather to support charitable causes in the Williamsburg, VA area. Live music, assortment of foods, and yummy treats! Exciting photo booth on site, so make sure to capture some amazing memories! More information

Oktoberfest | Precarious Beer Project | Sat Sep 20 - 12:00pm - 8:00pm 🍺🍺
Join on Saturday for the annual Oktoberfest celebration! They will be tapping exclusive beers and serving up food specials. PLUS, live music from the Oompah Oktoberfest Band 5-7pm!. More information  

Williamsburg Farmers Market | 8am - Noon | Sat Sept 14, 8am - 12pm More information (Occurs weekly)

What to do with the Kids? 🧒🏼👶🏼

Preschool Open Gym | Williamsburg Gymnastics | Thu Sep 19 - 10:30am - 12pm🤸🏼‍♀️
For only $10 per child, this sure is a bargain and A TON OF FUN for your child(ren)! Ages 12 months to 5 years can participate. More information

Homeschool Days at Colonial Williamsburg | Open Through Sep 22
During these special times, homeschoolers and their families can discover history brought to life at a special discounted rate. Join us to visit the historic sites where Revolutionary ideas were shaped, meet the tradespeople whose craftsmanship supported the War for Independence, and so much more. More information

Tyke Hike! | York River State Park | Thu Sep 19 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Got a little explorer who’s beyond crawling, but isn’t ready to hike with the Kindergarten siblings? The Tyke Hike is the perfect fit for little legs. The hikes are less than a mile and mostly stroller friendly. The ranger will help your little one discover neat things in nature in this one hour adventure. More information

Fossil Frenzy Hike! | York River State Park | Thu Sep 19 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Long before there was a York River State Park, or even a York River, 6,000 plus years ago, marine creatures swam here in a shallow sea. Early whales, porpoises, sharks, clams, scallops, and snails all left traces of their existence which we now find as fossils. Join us in discovering relics of these very old creatures as we hike to a fossil beach. More information

Jamestown-Scotland Ferry | FREE 24/7
Don’t forget about this hidden gem! Kids love it and best of all, it is FREE and operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year which means it will work for you no matter your schedule! More information

Williamsburg Photo of the Week 📷📷

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Williamsburg Weather ☀️⛅⛈️❄️

Thursday, Sep 19
80 🌡️ 62 | Mostly Cloudy | 🌦️ Chance of Rain: 20% | 💨 N 5 mph

Friday, Sep 20
83 🌡️ 60 | Mostly Sunny | 🌦️ Chance of Rain: 10% | 💨 N 4 mph

Saturday, Sep 21
81 🌡️ 63 | Mostly Sunny | 🌦️ Chance of Rain: 10% | 💨 N 4 mph

Sunday, Sept 22
76🌡️ 60 | Partly Cloudy | 🌦️ Chance of Rain: 20% | 💨 NE 7 mph

Live Local Music 🎙️🎵🎷🎸

Show your support for local artists!

Thursday, Sep 19th

• Brian Carmona | Berret’s Seafood & Taphouse | 3:30pm - 6:30pm

• Rhythms on the Riverwalk | Yorktown Riverwalk | The Michael Clark Band | 6:30pm - 8:30pm

• Sammy Lee | Two Drummers Smokehouse | 6:30pm - 9:00pm

• Open Mic Night with Nadia Koz | The Brass Tap | 7:00pm - 10:00pm (Occurs weekly)

Friday, Sep 20th

• Harris Simon Duo | Opus 9 Steakhouse | 11:00am - 2:00pm (Occurs Weekly)

• Shane Cooley | Williamsburg Winery | 4:00pm - 7:00pm

• Johnny St Claire | Pumpkinville Opens | 4:00pm - 9:00pm

• Harris Simon | Williamsburg Lodge | 6:00pm - 9:00pm

• Jocelyn Oldham | Frothy Moon Brewhouse | 6:00pm - 9:00pm

• Karaoke Night with Karaoke Karla | Highway Pizza | 7:00pm - 10:00pm (Occurs Weekly)

• Travis Morrison | Billsburg Brewery | 6:30pm - 9:30pm

• Karaoke at the Eagles Aerie 4548 with Fearless Karaoke | 7:30pm - 10:30pm (Occurs Weekly)

• Felicia Hoyos | The Corner Pocket | 7:00pm - 10:00pm

• Guilty FIXX | Daddyo’s Tavern | 8:00pm - 11:00pm

• Ami Barker | YROC Coastal Bar & Grill | 8:00pm - 10:00pm

Saturday, Sep 21st

• John Spence | Amber Ox | 11:00am - 2:00pm

• Kyle Davis | Saude Creek Vineyards | 2:00pm - 5:00pm

• Last Chance Cowboys | New Kent Winery | 2:00pm - 5:00pm

• Nathan Stephenson | Frothy Moon Brewhouse | 6:00pm - 9:00pm

• Lionsbridge | Billsburg Brewery | 6:30pm - 9:30pm

• Barry Manilow’s Wardrobe | Alewerks Brewing | 7:00pm - 10:00pm

• Tony Breslow | The Corner Pocket | 7:00pm - 10:00pm

• Hannah Jai Band | YROC Coastal Bar & Grill | 8:00pm - 10:00pm

• The Clue | Cowboy Sports Grill | 8:00pm - 11:00pm

Sunday Sep 22nd

• Jazz Brunch with Tony Mata | Craft 31 | 11:00am - 2:00pm (Occurs weekly)

• Sunday Mornings Unplugged! (Acoustic Open Mic) | Frothy Moon Brewhouse | 11:00am - 1:00pm

• Dave Pollard | Saude Creek Vineyards | 2:00pm - 5:00pm

• Joe’s Day Off | Williamsburg Winery | 2:00pm - 5:00pm

• Junior Wilson | New Kent Winery | 2:00pm - 5:00pm

• Joe Heilman | Billsburg Brewery | 3:00pm - 6:00pm

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