Werowocomoco was the principal residence of Powhatan, the paramount chief of 30-some Indian tribes in Virginias coastal region at the time English colonists arrived in 1607. Recent archaeological excavations have revealed not only that the York River site was a uniquely important place during Powhatans time, but also that its role as a political and social center predated the Powhatan chiefdom. See website for additional information.

Fresh produce, meat and seafood, baked goods, specialty cut flowers, quality art, entertainment and much more await you at the Saturday morning Market Days at the River. Visit the website for additional information on performances and vendors.

Stomping, roaring robotic dinosaurs and Ice Age mammals come alive in the new exhibit from Kokoro, inventor of robotic dinosaurs. See your favorite prehistoric reptiles -- T-rex, Apatosaurus, Maiasaura, Pteranodon -- then the Ice Ages mighty mammals: sabertooth tiger, Smilodon, Baluchitherium, and more. Included in museum admission, $15 adults, $12 children 3-12. 524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd., Newport News. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily through Sept. 6.

Every Saturday starting May 26, come out to Yankee Candle for a Summer Concert Series and BBQ! Presented by Sande Creek Vineyards who will be offering samples of their great wines! Mrs. Claus Bakery & Cafe will be offering a special BBQ Menu which includes a BBQ sandwich with cole slaw, potato salad and pork and beans! Check website for additional information including a complete musical line-up or call 877-616-6510.

Impact: Expression in Abstraction is a selection of works from the collection of the Muscarelle Museum of Art chosen to represent the diverse canon of the Abstract Expressionists. The exhibition showcases the dynamic techniques used to create an intimate experience for the viewer and the lasting impression of Abstract Expressionism on the history of modern art. The Muscarelle Museum is located on Jamestown Road on the College of the William and Mary campus. See website or call 757-221-2700 for additional museum information.

This month, see stoneware pottery by Virginia Ceramic artist John Freimarck. Functional and beautiful pieces with contemporary glazes and patterns for everyday use. See website or call 757-565-0425 for more information on A Touch of Earth.

This week: The Sonoma County Wine Festival. Our "curriculum" will cover a wide range of topics, some of them about wine and cheese. Our tenured professors for the course are Executive Chef Rhys Lewis and Sommelier Charles Birr. Their entertaining anecdotes pair perfectly with the flavors and tastes of the wines, cheeses, and chocolates under discussion. Reservations are required. Cost $30 (does not include tax and gratuities). At the Williamsburg Lodge. Call 757-229-1000 for reservations.

Find rainbow trout, catfish, prawns, other seafood, beef, apples, cheese, baked goods and more for Labor Day festivities. Berrets Seafood Restaurant will team up with Taproot and Renny Parziale at the Chefs Tent to cook freshwater shrimp and fish at 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Clan MacCool will play their Celtic tunes from 9 to 11 a.m.

Fresh produce, meat and seafood, baked goods, specialty cut flowers, quality art, live entertainment provided by Andre Cotman- Jazz Saxophonist and much more await you at the Saturday morning Market Days.

Pack a picnic supper, bring a lawn chair or blanket, and enjoy the performance by these highly trained musicians under a canopy of stars at 7:30 pm. Enjoy a pre-concert performance by The Fifes and Drums of York Town. Yorktown Victory Monument.

Owen Murdock, the lively emcee of A Grand Medley of Entertainments, invites you and your family to gather at Colonial Williamsburgs Chownings Tavern at 5:30 pm on Saturday, September 4, for a cookout, followed by an 18th-century traveling show. Murdocks Miniature Medley features new diversions and old favorites performed outdoors at the Play Booth, a short walk from Chowning?s Tavern. Visit the website or call 757-229-2141 for more information.

We are excited to be bringing you another entire summers worth of FREE movies - outside on Prince George St., on Sunday nights at sunset or a little after. Weve got a great lineup of films - with choices for young and old alike. We all look forward to another great summer of movies and we hope you will join us! Dont forget to bring a blanket or lawn chair! This week: North by Northwest!

Head to Berret's for the 20th Annual Crab Races, a benefit for the Chesapeake Bay Foundation. Prizes are given for the fastest crab in each race, cutest crab and best crab name! Crabs are provided or bring your own! Pick a name and cheer for your crab! Call Berret's for complete information at 757-253-1847.

FRIDAYS. Weve stepped things up a bit, literally! This years concert series features three Fridays of toe tappin jazz followed by two Fridays of knee slappin country. Bring lawn chairs and blankets.

In August, major sectors in France slow down or close up shop completely, school is out, of course, the government is more or less AWOL, and many restaurants and other businesses are closed as well. Therefore, many French people are on vacation for all or part of the month, which means that la rentree, in September is more than just student and teachers going back to school; Its also everyone else returning home and going back to work, returning to normal. A la rentree! is a valediction, similar to bonnes vacances! (have a nice vacation), a way of saying good-bye and an acknowledgement that youll see the other person when you both re-enter the real world after your prolonged vacation. There will be wine and cheese at this gallery event. RSVP to 757-989-0716. Visit the website for more information on New Town Art Gallery.

The 9/11 Remembrance and Freedom Walk takes place annually to remember the victims of September 11, 2001; to honor U.S. troops and veterans; and to highlight the value of freedom. The program begins at 5:45 p.m. in Merchants Square at the intersection of North Henry and Duke of Gloucester Streets. Colonial Williamsburgs Fifes and Drums, the Joint Services Color Guard, and First Responders lead the procession of community leaders and public to Colonial Williamsburgs Courthouse. The outdoor program at the Courthouse starts at 6 p.m. Guests are invited to bring chairs or blankets.

Its the first home game of the season for William & Mary football! Come out to Zable stadium and root for them as they take on VMI. Visit the website or call 757-221-3340 for additional information and ticketing.

This week: Stalking the Wines of Washington. Our "curriculum" will cover a wide range of topics, some of them about wine and cheese. Our tenured professors for the course are Executive Chef Rhys Lewis and Sommelier Charles Birr. Their entertaining anecdotes pair perfectly with the flavors and tastes of the wines, cheeses, and chocolates under discussion. Reservations are required. Cost $30 (does not include tax and gratuities). At the Williamsburg Lodge. Call 757-229-1000 for reservations.

On the second Sunday of each month, a great group of artists and musicians come down to Prince George Street and basically take over the whole street! We welcome them and we think you will too, once you see the outstanding quality of their wares and hear the amazing musicians. It?s only once a month, so mark your calendars and get downtown on Sunday for a little culture and charm!

Colonial Williamsburg presents the Art of Fine Food and Spirits. On September 16, enjoy a special program on Rum and Coffee! Cost is $30, plus tax and gratuity. For reservations, call 800-447-8679 or 757-229-2141. See website for additional events.

Head to the Williamsburg Players to see their production of The Dixie Swim Club, written by Jessie Jones, Nicholas Hope and Jamie Wooten. The plot follows five southern women, whose friendship began many years ago on their college swim team, coming together for a long weekend every August to recharge those relationships. Free from husbands, kids and jobs, they meet at the same beach house in North Carolina to catch up, laugh and meddle in each others lives! Call 757-229-0431 for additional information including a complete schedule and tickets.

On September 18, head to Yorktown for this special concert featuring the Rhondels! The concert will benefit the Dream Catchers at the Cori Sikich Therapeutic Riding Center and Watermens Museum. Live music, beer and wine! Call 757-566-1775 for tickets and information or visit the website.

Bacons Rebellion will be the focus of a special evening tour at Historic Jamestowne on Saturday, September 18. The evening walking tour will take visitors through the colonial townsite and present the events leading to the burning in September 1676 of Jamestown, the 17th-century capital of Virginia. This program marks the anniversary of the rebellion which was a power struggle between two of early Virginias strongest personalities, Governor Sir William Berkeley and Nathaniel Bacon. The tour begins at 7:00 p.m. at the Tercentennial Monument overlooking the James River. Call 757-898-2410 for more information.

This week: Pints & Pairings, 200th Oktoberfest Preview. Our "curriculum" will cover a wide range of topics, some of them about wine and cheese. Our tenured professors for the course are Executive Chef Rhys Lewis and Sommelier Charles Birr. Their entertaining anecdotes pair perfectly with the flavors and tastes of the wines, cheeses, and chocolates under discussion. Reservations are required. Cost $30 (does not include tax and gratuities). At the Williamsburg Lodge. Call 757-229-1000 for reservations.

Fresh produce, meat and seafood, baked goods, specialty cut flowers, quality art, live entertainment provided by Ron Fetner (Acoustical Americana) and much more awaits you at the Saturday morning Market. Call 757-890-3500 for more information.

Care for kids and shop for a cause. For a $10 donation to CHKD, you will receive a one- day "Shopping Spree for CHKD" bonus card good for exclusive savings of up to 25% at participating stores. Cards may be purchased online prior to the event or at Guest Services on September 19th. Participating merchants include: 2b bebe, AK Anne Klein Outlet, Calphalon Kitchen Outlet, Calvin Klein, Chicos Outlet, Dooney & Bourke, Harry & David, Jockey, Jones New York Outlet, Le Gourmet Chef, Maidenform, Perfumania, Polo Ralph Lauren Factory Store, Reebok Outlet, Rockport Outlet, Ultra Diamonds and more!. For September 19 only.

Do you dare to celebrate all things scary? Experience Howl-O-Scream to find out how brave you are! Visit the website or call 800-343-7946 for more information.

Colonial Williamsburgs second Guest Artist program will star celebrated "Greys Anatomy" actor Jesse Williams. After the programs successful debut in May with Mamie Gummer, Colonial Williamsburg has scheduled the next Guest Artist presentation Saturday, Sept. 25. Williams will perform at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. in Colonial Williamsburgs Historic Area. The Guest Artist program was created to showcase the talents of young actors along with Colonial Williamsburgs own actor-interpreters in scenes depicting pivotal moments in 18th-century Colonial history. Jesse Williams will appear in What Holds the Future? See website for additional details.

Presented by Iron Bound Gym. Sign up for this health awareness event to support the Hospice House of Williamsburg and Beyond Boobs. You can either ride for $20 which includes a t-shirt, cycling class and refreshments OR you can ride for $45 which includes a t-shirt, cycling class, refreshments and a one-month membership to Ironbound Gym (for new members only). See the website for additional information.

National Public Lands Day, 9 am to 5 pm. Free admission to Yorktown Battlefield, as well as all other National Parks and Federal recreation areas throughout the country. Yorktown Battlefield. Free. 757-898-2410.

This week: The Italian Dinner Party. Our "curriculum" will cover a wide range of topics, some of them about wine and cheese. Our tenured professors for the course are Executive Chef Rhys Lewis and Sommelier Charles Birr. Their entertaining anecdotes pair perfectly with the flavors and tastes of the wines, cheeses, and chocolates under discussion. Reservations are required. Cost $30 (does not include tax and gratuities). At the Williamsburg Lodge. Call 757-229-1000 for reservations.

Volunteers depicting a Continental artillery regiment demonstrate the firing of a Revolutionary War cannon and discuss their role during the 1781 Siege of Yorktown. Firings at 12:15, 1:15, 2:15, and 3:15pm. Admission required. For information, call 757- 898-2410

FRIDAYS. Weve stepped things up a bit, literally! This years concert series features three Fridays of toe tappin jazz followed by two Fridays of knee slappin country. On October 1 featured Country group is Heather Edwards Band and October 8 the featured performer is the Dave Cynar Band. Bring lawn chairs and blankets for seating. Call 757-890-3500 for additional info.

Virginia has become well-known in the world of fine wines. Sample wines from premiere wineries throughout the Commonwealth. The Fifes and Drums of York Town will perform to open the wine festival. Art and food vendors, plus entertainment, are also scheduled. Rain or shine. Call 757-877-2933 for info.

This week: Philosophy of Mind, If There is One Bordeaux Blends. Our "curriculum" will cover a wide range of topics, some of them about wine and cheese. Our tenured professors for the course are Executive Chef Rhys Lewis and Sommelier Charles Birr. Their entertaining anecdotes pair perfectly with the flavors and tastes of the wines, cheeses, and chocolates under discussion. Reservations are required. Cost $30 (does not include tax and gratuities). At the Williamsburg Lodge. Call 757-229-1000 for reservations.

This month, see works from Virginia potter Tray Eppes. Tray makes wheelthrown and altered wood and gas fired stoneware pieces along with sculptured one-of-a-kind work. Tray says a lot of his pieces are designed to enchance the experience of daily life and his glazes express optimism.

In conjunction with An Occasion for the Arts, the Williamsburg Symphonia presents Music Under the Stars. Cafe Carlyle Jazz virtuoso, John Pizzarelli joins the Symphonia for an evening of jazz and pop music on Merchants Square. Boxed dinners will be available for pre-order from several Merchants Square restaurants, including Berrets and the Trellis. Doors open at 5 pm. Me & Jo (voice and guitar duo) perform at 6 pm. John Pizzarelli and the Williamsburg Symphonia perform at 7 pm. Call 757-229-9857 for additional details and ticketing info.

AOFTA brightens the streets around Colonial Williamsburg with a day-long celebration of Fine Arts and Fine Crafts, a diverse collection of paintings, sculptures, fabrics, jewelry, and photographs combined with music and food to create what was in 2009 voted the areas top event. The juried art show brings the work of talented fine artists, local youth artists, and lively performing artists together for an exciting day of youth and family activities.

Meet part of a vast army on its way to lay siege to Yorktown in what proves to be the decisive battle of the American Revolution. Join other townspeople and offer encouragement as the army displays its proficiency in firing demonstrations. General Washington and his officers address the battalion concerning the upcoming siege. See website or call 800-HISTORY for more information.

This week: The Pursuit of Happiness New Zealand. Our "curriculum" will cover a wide range of topics, some of them about wine and cheese. Our tenured professors for the course are Executive Chef Rhys Lewis and Sommelier Charles Birr. Their entertaining anecdotes pair perfectly with the flavors and tastes of the wines, cheeses, and chocolates under discussion. Reservations are required. Cost $30 (does not include tax and gratuities). At the Williamsburg Lodge. Call 757-229-1000 for reservations.

Saturday, October 9 - Yorktown Market Days and Fall Festival Celebration, 8 am to 3 pm. The 2nd Fall Festival will be held on the same day as our Farmers Market with entertainment, delicious food and local art. The Fifes and Drums of York Town will perform at the opening of the market and live entertainment will be provided by The Delvers. Throughout the day there will be hayrides, a pumpkin patch and childrens hay maze, face painting, and other childrens activities. Free. Call 757-890-3500 for info.

At Yorktown Battlefield, special programs and tours help mark the 229th anniversary of the American and French victory at Yorktown. Call 757-898-2410 for info. At the Yorktown Victory Center, military life and artillery demonstrations are presented during its "Yorktown Victory Celebration." Call 757-253-4838 for more information on these programs.

This week: Pints & Pairings, The Belgian Beer Fest. Our "curriculum" will cover a wide range of topics, some of them about wine and cheese. Our tenured professors for the course are Executive Chef Rhys Lewis and Sommelier Charles Birr. Their entertaining anecdotes pair perfectly with the flavors and tastes of the wines, cheeses, and chocolates under discussion. Reservations are required. Cost $30 (does not include tax and gratuities). At the Williamsburg Lodge. Call 757-229-1000 for reservations.

Military life and artillery demonstrations mark the 229th anniversary of Americas momentous Revolutionary War victory at Yorktown on October 19, 1781. To experience Continental Army life firsthand, visitors can enroll in "A School for the Soldier" to drill with wooden muskets and apply tactical skills in mock combat, as well as learn about soldiers provisions and sleeping quarters. Special programs also held at Yorktown Battlefield.

Mark your calendars -- its the Colonial Heritage Artisans and Crafters Fall Show! This show will host over 75 vendors from all over the peninsula, Richmond, Williamsburg and northern neck. Call 866-456-1776 for additional information.

Patriotic ceremonies, a parade, enjoy performances by The Fifes and Drums of York Town, and tactical demonstrations by the Commander-in-Chiefs Guard commemorate the 229th anniversary of Americas momentous Revolutionary War victory at Yorktown. Free. Call 757-890-3500 for info.

Brunswick Stew Luncheon, 12 pm. Enjoy ham biscuits, stew, and homemade pies in the churchyard of Grace Episcopal Church - located at 111 Church Street. Call 757-817-2709 for details.

This week: From Cakewalks to Fusion Wines from the South of France. Our "curriculum" will cover a wide range of topics, some of them about wine and cheese. Our tenured professors for the course are Executive Chef Rhys Lewis and Sommelier Charles Birr. Their entertaining anecdotes pair perfectly with the flavors and tastes of the wines, cheeses, and chocolates under discussion. Reservations are required. Cost $30 (does not include tax and gratuities). At the Williamsburg Lodge. Call 757-229-1000 for reservations.

Explore the scenic beauty of the historic James River area while biking through historical sites and bicycle routes. Field trips to Colonial Williamsburg, Jamestown, and Yorktown Battlefield are preceded with educational lectures. Presented by Elderhostel at the College of William and Mary. See website (program number 2284) or call 757-221-3649 for additional information.

This week: Beyond Round and Flat Virginia Wine. Our "curriculum" will cover a wide range of topics, some of them about wine and cheese. Our tenured professors for the course are Executive Chef Rhys Lewis and Sommelier Charles Birr. Their entertaining anecdotes pair perfectly with the flavors and tastes of the wines, cheeses, and chocolates under discussion. Reservations are required. Cost $30 (does not include tax and gratuities). At the Williamsburg Lodge. Call 757-229-1000 for reservations.

This month, see works by Virginia artist, Bob Oller. He works in pencil, watercolor and acrylic along with sculptured one-of-a-kind clay and wood pieces.

If youre a fan of exciting, blood-pumping classical music, it doesnt get much better than Rossinis William Tell Overture. And on November 2 you can hear it in person when the Williamsburg Symphonia presents this famous piece, along with the Pann Dance Partita and Brahms stirring Symphony No. 2. Tickets may be purchased by calling 757-229-9857. Visit the website for more information on the Williamsburg Symphonia.

This week: Invite a Friend to Class Day - Premier Napa Valley. Our "curriculum" will cover a wide range of topics, some of them about wine and cheese. Our tenured professors for the course are Executive Chef Rhys Lewis and Sommelier Charles Birr. Their entertaining anecdotes pair perfectly with the flavors and tastes of the wines, cheeses, and chocolates under discussion. Reservations are required. Cost $30 (does not include tax and gratuities). At the Williamsburg Lodge. Call 757-229-1000 for reservations.

Colonial Williamsburg honors Americas Veterans with a procession down Duke of Gloucester Street, 4:30 p.m., beginning at the Capitol. The parade culminates in a public ceremony, with militia and cannon crew firing volleys in recognition of those who serve. Hear Colonial Williamsburgs Fifes and Drums, and speakers from past and present. Active duty military, guard and reservists, retirees, veterans and their dependents enjoy free admission passes Friday through Wednesday, Nov. 6-11. Visit the website or call 800-HISTORY for more information.

This week: Pints & Pairings, Great American Ales. Our "curriculum" will cover a wide range of topics, some of them about wine and cheese. Our tenured professors for the course are Executive Chef Rhys Lewis and Sommelier Charles Birr. Their entertaining anecdotes pair perfectly with the flavors and tastes of the wines, cheeses, and chocolates under discussion. Reservations are required. Cost $30 (does not include tax and gratuities). At the Williamsburg Lodge. Call 757-229-1000 for reservations.

This week: Le Beaujolais Nouveau est arrive! Wines of Beaujolais. Our "curriculum" will cover a wide range of topics, some of them about wine and cheese. Our tenured professors for the course are Executive Chef Rhys Lewis and Sommelier Charles Birr. Their entertaining anecdotes pair perfectly with the flavors and tastes of the wines, cheeses, and chocolates under discussion. Reservations are required. Cost $30 (does not include tax and gratuities). At the Williamsburg Lodge. Call 757-229-1000 for reservations.

Colonial Virginia foodways are featured during this three-day event beginning on Thanksgiving Day. At Jamestown Settlement, learn how food was gathered, preserved and prepared on land and at sea by Virginias English colonists and Powhatan Indians. At the Yorktown Victory Center, learn about typical soldiers fare during the American Revolution and trace the bounty of a 1780s farm from field to kitchen.

Back for its second season! Christmas Town is a Busch Gardens Celebration filled with holiday traditions, new surprises and park favorites! Visit website or call 800-343-7946 for more information. Open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays; December 17 - 31 (closed on Christmas Day).

Nothing quite compares to spending the Christmas season in Colonial Williamsburgs Historic Area. Special programs, dining, entertainment, hotel packages, events for children, and more are waiting to enchant guests who come to enjoy a magical season theyll not soon forget. To learn more about Christmas in Williamsburg, visit the website or call 800-HISTORY.

This week: Practicing the Art of Abundance - Zinfandels Fit for Left Over Turkey. Our "curriculum" will cover a wide range of topics, some of them about wine and cheese. Our tenured professors for the course are Executive Chef Rhys Lewis and Sommelier Charles Birr. Their entertaining anecdotes pair perfectly with the flavors and tastes of the wines, cheeses, and chocolates under discussion. Reservations are required. Cost $30 (does not include tax and gratuities). At the Williamsburg Lodge. Call 757-229-1000 for reservations.

Holiday traditions of 17th- and 18th-century Virginia are recalled through special interpretive programs. A Jamestown Settlement holiday film and guided tours compare and contrast English Christmas customs of the period with how the season may have been observed in the difficult early years of the Jamestown colony. At the Yorktown Victory Center, hear accounts of Christmas and winter in Revolutionary War encampments and glimpse holiday preparations on a 1780s farm.

Yorktown is aglow in the holiday spirit with the Illumination followed by the Christmas Tree Lighting. Entertainment begins at the Victory Monument at 6:30 pm followed by the procession of lights through historic Yorktown to Riverwalk Landing. Entertainment and a visit from Santa Claus add to the joy of the occasion.

Whether you are searching for a holiday gift for family, friends, or as a treat to yourself, you’re sure to find it. The market features arts and crafts, demonstrations, roasted chestnuts and hot cider, and entertainment. Historic Main Street.

Enjoy oysters, clam fritters, clam chowder, hot dogs, and a variety of beverages. Watermen's Museum. Admission. $ (757) 887-2641

A magnificent parade of lights floats by as festively decorated boats compete for “Best of Show” in the Lighted Boat Parade on the York River. A roaring beach bonfire keeps you warm as you drink hot cider and listen to the festive music while you wait for the parade to begin. Yorktown waterfront. Free. (757) 890-4970

Seasonal music to delight the young and the young at heart, at the Kimball Theatre, Williamsburg; performances each day at 1:30 p.m. & 3:00 p.m. Visit the website or call 757-229-9857 for updates and ticketing info.

In the 18th century, illuminations were sometimes held to commemorate the birth of the reigning sovereign. Today, Colonial Williamsburgs Grand Illumination celebrates the winter holidays. Musical performances on multiple stages and fireworks launched from three locations usher in the season with a bang. Visit the website or call 800-HISTORY for more information.

Christmas is alive at York Hall where children and parents can visit with Santa Claus, enjoy some tasty treats, and shop for holiday gifts in the Gallery at York Hall. 301 Main Street. Free. (757) 890-4490

Join Santa and Mrs. Claus, our special guests from the North Pole, for a kid-friendly breakfast. Experience the enchantment on the children’s faces as they relay their Christmas wish list to Santa. Special treats for the kids. Seating is limited. Historic Freight Shed, Riverwalk Landing. Tickets Required. $ (757) 875-1522

Decorate a stroller or wagon, or even yourself, and join in the 1:30 pm parade. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be on hand to greet the guests and Mrs. Claus will host her own storytelling show. As an added treat, the Polar Express will be chugging along through Riverwalk Landing. All aboard! Riverwalk Landing.

Colonial Williamsburg presents the Art of Fine Food and Spirits. On December 16, enjoy the special program: Taste of the Holidays with Fresh Eggnog! Cost is $30, plus tax and gratuity. For reservations, call 800-447-8679 or 757-229-2141. See website for additional events.

Experience a reenactment of famous 18th-century evangelist George Whitefields appearance at Bruton Parish Church on Sunday, December 16, 1739. A minister of the Church of England and colleague of John and Charles Wesley, Whitefield was an important figure in the Great Awakening, a series of revivals that swept through Britain and North America in the first half of the 18th century. Call 800-HISTORY for more information.

The Feast Day of St. John the Evangelist is an annual day of celebration for the local Masonic Lodge. Costumed interpreters and members of Williamsburg Lodge No. 6 will reenact the annual procession on this date from the Masonic Lodge to Bruton Parish Church to hear a sermon for the occasion and then return to the lodge. Guests who are masons will be invited to participate in the procession. Call 800-HISTORY or visit the website for more information.