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News from Williamsburg VAHampton Roads VA has many military families who maybe in for some help in selling their home courtesy of Uncle Sam. The President signed the American Economic Recovery Act which included expansion of the HAP authority. HAP is a DOD program, and DOD will establish policy guidance on applicant processing and benefits. Until that time, [...]
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Park to Open March 28, New Attraction Opens April 3 It’s the kind of news that children and parents everywhere will love to hear–Sesame Street Forest of Fun at Busch Gardens will open April 3. Sesame Street Forest of Fun will open in two phases. When the park opens Saturday, March 28, families can [...]
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The first business to open at High Street was Five Guys Burgers and Fries on March 16, 2009 . The Movie Tavern, which will show first-run movies and offer in-theater dining, opened March 27. Read more about Movie Tavern here I first experienced Five Guys in the Washington DC area many years ago and [...]
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I am very happy to see that Robbin Thompson is coming to perform here in Williamsburg, VA. If you grew up or lived in Virginia in the 70’s or 80’s then you probably know who he is. IF you aren’t familiar with Robbin Thompson listen to his music here Robbin Thompson’s musical career spans over [...]
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Whitetop Mountain Band will be in concert at 7:30 p.m. this Friday, Feb. 27, at the Williamsburg Library theater. A family-based acoustic band originating in the 1940s from the mountains of Virginia, the Whitetop Mountain Band’s versatile repertoire features old-time fiddling and banjo picking, bluegrass, ballads, mountain gospel songs, and flatfoot dancing. The band, known [...]
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Longhill Station is a neighborhood in the middle part of James City County. Like a lot of the neighborhoods it has a Williamsburg VA mailing address although it it not in the City of Williamsburg. Longhill Station offers a wide range of resale homes . Current home prices currently start in high $200,000’s to $300,000’s. [...]
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Located near historic Colonial Williamsburg, on the banks of the James River, Kingsmill on the James is one of Williamsburg Va’s original master planned golf communities. Set on 2,900 acres, Kingsmill offers a variety of exclusive neighborhoods set against a backdrop of green hills and forests. Kingsmill Resort & Spa is Virginia’s largest golf resort, [...]
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Located on 5700 wooded acres in the Virginia countryside in Toano near Williamsburg,VA Stonehouse is built around the acclaimed "Legends Golf Course." The community offers unparalleled scenic beauty with its hilly terrain, gorgeous wooded green-spaces, abundant mountain laurel, white fences, and impeccably maintained landscaping. Stonehouse is a Master Planned Golf Community offering a wide range [...]
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What if you could walk to Colonial Williamsburg? The Brandywyne community is located less than one mile from the capitol. Easy walk to the Grand Illumination, July 4th celebrations and Merchant Square! Brandywyne is a lovely community, reminiscent of a European Village. The HOA takes care of the professionally landscaped lawns, irrigation system, swimming pool [...]
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February 24, 7:30 – 9:30 pm Yes, Jazz Nite at Aroma’s is back! The Harris Simon Trio will be joined by guest vocalist Stephanie Nakasian this Tuesday! No cover charge. Aroma’s is located on Prince George Street, adjacent to Merchants Square in Williamsburg, VA. Harris Simon Group with Mike Brecker on iTunes – Swish Harris [...]
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Don’t forget – Marcia Ball performs at the Corner Pocket this Thursday! Tickets are $25 – get them while they last! Doors open at 6 pm. For more information on Marcia Ball, visit her official website. The Corner Pocket is located in New Town., Williamsburg, VA A few notes from her Bio: The simple mention [...]
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Busch Gardens Williamsburg, VA and Water Country USA are rolling back prices on their park passes, and offering consumers new ways to save even more while enjoying the Williamsburg-area theme parks. Starting Monday, Feb. 23, a 1-Park Pass will cost as little as $99.95, the lowest price since 2004. The pass is valid for 12 [...]
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The national publication “Library Journal” has rated our own Williamsburg Regional Library as one of the best public libraries in the nation, and the only “5-star” library in Virginia. The Williamsburg Regional Library was honored to receive one of only 90 five star ratings in the study. All ranking systems depend upon what statistics are [...]
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Great Wolf Lodge is opening its indoor water park to the general public for one day ,March 1 , 2009 from 2pm-8pm to raise money for My Place, a 5,100-square-foot, community-funded playground being planned at the James City/Williamsburg Community Center. For $30 per individual, children and their parents can enjoy the amenities offered at Great [...]
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A statewide ( Virginia) smoking ban in many bars and restaurants was approved by the General Assembly today and is on its way Gov. Timothy M. Kaine. Kaine supports the smoking ban concept.
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But only if you meet the following criteria. Up to an $8,000 home-buying incentive from the U.S. Government plus low interest rates from our prefered lenders when you buy now. First question, Are you eligible? Answer: If you have not owned a home in the past three years, you may qualify. (That’s right, even if [...]
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TOM HANKS NARRATES PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT EXTOLLING THE IMPORTANCE OF COLONIAL WILLIAMSBURG TO THE AMERICAN EXPERIENCE Award-winning actor and producer Tom Hanks has described Colonial Williamsburg as an important part of the American experience in a video public service announcement produced by a Los Angeles production company. Mr. Hanks, who narrates the 30-second video, appears [...]
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The following Statistics are for the James City County area of Williamsburg, VA. All data is from the U.S. Census Bureau. You can find the statistics from the City of Williamsburg VA here. People Quick Facts James City County Virginia Population, 2006 estimate 59,741 7,642,884 Population, percent change, April 1, 2000 to July 1, [...]
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Click on any of the following Pictures to learn more about the performances scheduled at any of these performing arts venues in Hampton Roads and Williamsburg, VA Sandler Center for The Performing Arts 201 Market Street Virginia Beach, Virginia 23462. Ferguson Center at CNU 1 University Place Newport News, Virginia 23606 Chrysler Hall 215 St [...]
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What is Virginia Green? A statewide program to reduce the environmental impacts of Virginia’s tourism industry. The program awards Virginia Green Certification to tourism-related business such as hotels, restaurants and attractions taking voluntary actions to reduce harmful impacts on the environment. A partnership between the Virginia Tourism Corporation and the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality. [...]
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Here is a great video of the Colonial Williamsburg Farmers Market by the co-founders of the Culinary Media Network ( Jennifer and Chef Mark ) Jennifer and Chef Mark discover the great local produce, seafood, and local chefs giving demos at the Saturday Farmer’s Market in Williamsburg Virginia Rather than spotlight the trendy, they are [...]
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A Master Planned Community ,Windsor Forest offers a wide range of custom built resale homes. It is located in James City County area of Williamsburg, Virginia. Windsor Forest offers it’s residents ( who join the association) a swimming pool, tennis courts, Basketball Court, Soccer Fields, playground and a beautiful clubhouse. An active homeowner association has [...]
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The definition of mews : a. A group of buildings originally containing private stables, often converted into residential apartments. b. A small street, alley, or courtyard on which such buildings stand A fitting description for “The Mews” in Williamsburg, James City County, VA. With the feel of a village in Europe ,The Mews in James [...]
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Are you thinking of visiting or moving to Norfolk VA ? This short video produced by the Convention and Visitors Bureau will definitely give you a feel for the Norfolk Va area. Norfolk, Considered by most to be The Heart Of Hampton Roads is located in the southeastern region of Virginia, considered the birthplace of [...]
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Ford’s Colony is a gated golf community located in Williamsburg /James City County , Virginia. Offering three 18-hole golf courses all designed by Dan Maples, that weave throughout the community giving golfers a challenging place to test their game. Ford’s Colony features two swimming pools, tennis courts, walking trails, and a clubhouse. Residents can enjoy [...]
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Tidewater Builders Association’s Homearama 2009 moves to Chesapeake VA- Culpepper Landing The Tidewater Builders Association announced Friday that it will again relocate its annual showcase of homes this year from a condominium community in northern Suffolk to a subdivision in Chesapeake. Homearama 2009 now will be held at Culpepper Landing, a mixed-use traditional neighborhood development [...]
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We went to see most of the bands last year at Busch Gardens. What a great value. ( It’s Free with admission) Even our 9 and ten year old boys enjoyed it . I have to say the females made it hard to get anywhere close to the stage for the Rick Springfield Concert. Here [...]
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For the first time, Busch Gardens, Williamsburg VA is offering military men and women the chance to “pay for a day and play all summer long” at the world’s most beautiful theme park. Military Fun Cards are now available for purchase at local MWR/ITT bases. Until now, only members of the military with permanent addresses [...]
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Construction has started on the City Green Condos in Williamsburg, VA. The development will be a mixed-used development featuring 24 modestly upscale townhouse condos, as well as two restaurants and 5,260 square feet of specialty retail. When complete the project will include two restaurants and 24 condominiums (8 one-bedroom and 16 two-bedroom units) along with [...]
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Williamsburg VA has a wealth of parks in the area to enjoy. Each locality ( City of Williamsburg, York County, James City County )maintain their own Parks Department. Here is a combined list of the most popular parks of each. Brickyard Landing James City County operates a public boat ramp and tending pier providing access [...]
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