Posted on November 29, 2008 by mrwilliamsburg
Colonial Williamsburg Welcomes You to experience the nation’s oldest and largest live, interactive history museum. The Historic Area comprises 301 acres with 88 original buildings and hundreds of structures that have been reconstructed on their original locations. Educational tours and programs recreate daily life during the 1700s, when colonists were taking their first steps toward [...]
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Posted on November 29, 2008 by mrwilliamsburg
John Womeldorf is Mr. Williamsburg, sharing his thoughts, real estate expertise, and “all things Williamsburg” in an effort to spread the word that Williamsburg and Hampton Roads, Virginia is the greatest place on earth to live! Update The Village at Quarterpath, Williamsburg, Virginia Research the area at www.WilliamsburgsRealEstate.com Or ask any questions about homes, neighborhoods, [...]
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Posted on November 29, 2008 by mrwilliamsburg
THE LITTLE DRUMMER BOY ANNUAL Williamsburg VA COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS PARADE Saturday, December 6, 9 a.m. Big doings this year for the annual Greater Williamsburg VA Chamber and Tourism Alliance Community Christmas Parade sponsored by Busch Gardens. To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Fifes and Drums of Colonial Williamsburg, a contingent of the corps will lead the [...]
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Posted on November 28, 2008 by mrwilliamsburg
If you are thinking of moving or relocating to Hampton Roads Virginia and want to contact any of the private or public schools in the regions the links are provided below. I would also recommend visiting www.SchoolMatters.com to compare schools around the area. Public School Links Hampton Roads Virginia Chesapeake Public Schools Gloucester County [...]
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Posted on November 26, 2008 by mrwilliamsburg
I work with someone who’s husband has been employed as a gunsmith by Colonial Williamsburg for twenty years. His position has now been eliminated along with hundreds of other jobs. I realize that budget cuts are necessary but maybe there are some other thing that can be done to ensure that Rockefeller’s vision is maintained [...]
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Posted on November 25, 2008 by mrwilliamsburg
Holly Hills is a community of single family residences located within the city of Williamsburg, Virginia in the heart of the Historic Triangle. Within walking distance to Colonial Williamsburg, Merchants Square, and the campus of William and Mary. Some of this information was derived from the Holly Hills Homeowner Association website which can be found here http://hollyhillshoa.org/Home/tabid/2268/Default.aspx [...]
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Posted on November 25, 2008 by mrwilliamsburg
If you are thinking of visiting Busch Gardens in Williamsburg VA and want to get a feel for the park take a look at this video by David Olsen. It will help you appreciate how beautiful the park is. This was shot in 2006. Here is another one that will give you a close [...]
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Posted on November 24, 2008 by mrwilliamsburg
Brian, three brothers inherited property and one brother wants to sell his share to one of his brothers; does the third brother have to give permission? The short answer is no, no permission is necessary. This question illustrates a couple of different principles. The first principle is the nature of property passing [...]
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Posted on November 24, 2008 by mrwilliamsburg
Braemar Creek at Greensprings Plantation Surrounded by the Williamsburg National Golf Course Braemar Creek at Greensprings Plantation is an innovatively designed town home style condominium community located just minutes from New Town and Monticello Marketplace in James City County Williamsburg VA. A 2½ acre lake, and and a 200 acre nature preserve are close by as well [...]
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Posted on November 23, 2008 by mrwilliamsburg
The Woods a small neighborhood in the city of Williamsburg VA. Only six homes have sold there since 2005. there is currently only one home listed in the Woods, a 5200 square foot colonial on almost an acre. The current listed price is 1,449,000. The Woods is located off of Jamestown Rd. Just south of [...]
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Posted on November 22, 2008 by mrwilliamsburg
When Belgian brewer InBev completed its $52 billion purchase of Anheuser-Busch by paying $70 a share to stockholders there were quite a few executives who reaped huge rewards. The takeover marked the end of the line for many senior Anheuser-Busch executives and all but one of its directors. But all walked away with big [...]
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Posted on November 21, 2008 by mrwilliamsburg
Year End Closeout! Every Day is Different! HURRY, only 1 deal per day on standing inventory homes will be accepted! Don’t let the deals pass you by on this schedule of amazing incentives at Chesapeake Homes that will change every day! These incentives are designed to help you own the home of your dreams! Want [...]
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Posted on November 21, 2008 by mrwilliamsburg
Sunday, November 23rd, 2008 Bluegrass Night – 8th Annual Fundraiser for FISH a Williamsburg VA Non Profit ”‘Ever Who Shows Up” performs from 7-9. Come early for an a la carte Southern style dinner 5-7 p.m. Admission $5 and a can of food. All proceeds support the local food bank – FISH Concert [...]
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Posted on November 21, 2008 by mrwilliamsburg
Would you like to have a house for free in Williamsburg VA ? If no one takes it, The Billups House in Williamsburg VA will be torn down. The developers have offered to pay someone what they would have paid to tear it down if they want to move it to a lot nearby. The [...]
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Posted on November 19, 2008 by mrwilliamsburg
Posted on November 19, 2008 by mrwilliamsburg
An Invitation For Insiders Only: “A Christmas Carol” Dress Rehearsal Coming this Sunday! Be the first to preview this innovative new 15-minute street theater production coming to the Square for the holiday season. Talk with the director and actor after the rehearsal in the bookstore cafe. Coupon for a free cup of coffee or hot [...]
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Posted on November 19, 2008 by mrwilliamsburg
Thinking of buying a timeshare in Willaimsburg VA ? You may want to read this editorial originally published in The VA Gazette ( Williamsburg VA) What wasn’t reported in the VA Gazette article about Williamsburg timeshares is the huge cost to unaware buyers. The process starts with hard-sell presentations, which can last many hours. Buyers are offered [...]
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Posted on November 18, 2008 by mrwilliamsburg
Associated Press © November 18, 2008 By AOIFE WHITE BRUSSELS, Belgium InBev SA on Tuesday formed the world’s largest brewer when it closed its $52 billion takeover of Anheuser-Busch Cos. The new company, named Anheuser-Busch InBev, will be headed by InBev CEO Carlos Brito and will be headquartered at Leuven, Belgium. InBev promises to keep [...]
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Posted on November 18, 2008 by mrwilliamsburg
It’s a bit of a drive from Hampton Roads or Williamsburg VA but well worth the trip. The annual Christmas productions put on by the West End Assembly of God “Glorious Christmas Nights.” This year’s production is an exception; it is a repeat of a previous work done in 2003, brought back by popular demand. Last year over 25,000 [...]
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Posted on November 17, 2008 by mrwilliamsburg
Tom Sullivan, the founder and chairman of Lumber Liquidators, Inc. in Toano, Virginia (NYSE: LL) was today named the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2008 national winner in the Retail and Consumer Products category. Now in its 22nd year, the awards recognize leaders and visionaries who demonstrate innovation, financial success and personal commitment as [...]
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Posted on November 17, 2008 by mrwilliamsburg
Each year, one of the highlights of the Christmas season in Williamsburg is the annual Christmas concert at the Williamsburg Community Chapel. They graciously welcome all in the community to attend. Even if you don’t attend church there. Although admission is free you do need tickets to attend. The tickets normally go quickly. The concert [...]
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Posted on November 17, 2008 by mrwilliamsburg
The economic climate has given rise to a cottage industry known as “loan auditors” or “foreclosure rescue firms.” All essentially promise to stop a foreclosure. I want you to be aware of new Virginia law regulating these practices. Typically, the foreclosure scammer will tell the homeowner that he can negotiate a deal with the lender [...]
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Posted on November 16, 2008 by mrwilliamsburg
Gloucester’s Planet Full of Blues has released a self-titled, 11-song album that is just plain smokin’ hot. Fans of Stevie Ray Vaughan’s blazin’ guitar licks should take note. Clad in dapper black suits, hats and shades, guitarist/singer Johnny Ray Light and drummer Brock Howe – the main ingredients in Planet – have a decidedly Blues [...]
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Posted on November 15, 2008 by mrwilliamsburg
By Rusty Carter VA Gazette The Department of Justice gave its blessing Friday to the union of InBev and Anheuser-Busch, with one prenuptial condition: InBev must sell Labatt USA. The caveat was made in a civil antitrust lawsuit filed Friday in U.S. District Court in Washington aimed at blocking the original InBev-Busch deal. At the [...]
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Posted on November 14, 2008 by mrwilliamsburg
Mr Williamsburg.com Associated Press © November 13, 2008 By LAUREN SHEPHERD and EMILY FREDRIX Shareholders of Anheuser-Busch Cos. Inc. approved the $52 billion sale of the business to Belgium-based InBev SA on Wednesday, a deal that is set to create the world’s largest brewer. The vote was the latest step necessary to form the company [...]
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Posted on November 12, 2008 by mrwilliamsburg
York County’s Division of Housing and Neighborhood Revitalization is offering a Virginia Housing Development Authority home ownership education workshop on Saturday, Nov. 22 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. in the Community Services Conference Room located at 224 Ballard Street, Yorktown, Virginia, 23690. The workshop will cover personal finances, credit reports and credit issues, the [...]
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Posted on November 12, 2008 by mrwilliamsburg
Can you tell me the locations of any Christmas Tree Farms in the Hampton Roads Virginia area ? We just moved here and want to go cut one this year. Answer: There are a few different Christmas Tree farms in the Hampton Roads area. Please call first to confirm their operating hours. In Va Beach try [...]
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Posted on November 11, 2008 by mrwilliamsburg
One question asked by quite a few prospects I work with is; ‘ We are coming to view properties in Williamsburg. Where would you suggest we stay ? I’m always afraid to recommend an hotel for fear they won’t like it and that it will reflect on me but here goes. Depending on your budget [...]
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Posted on November 10, 2008 by mrwilliamsburg
I thought I would share a few thoughts from one of our son’s youth football coaches. Youth Football in Wiiliamsburg VA has a huge following. Our two sons play for the Williamsburg Hornets their website is, www.williamsburghornets.com . Amazingly both of their teams are going to the playoffs this year having achieved records of 9-1. It is [...]
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Posted on November 10, 2008 by mrwilliamsburg
Brian, I’ve got a real estate transaction closing where we can’t get the home repairs done in time. What do I do? Hmmm. I suppose it is too late to fuss about repair timing. Perhaps that wasn’t the agent’s fault anyway (didn’t ask). The first thing you do not do, and I get asked this quite often, [...]
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