Rhythms on the Riverwalk: Yorktown’s fall concert series commences with a performance by Nashville Nights. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Friday at Riverwalk Landing. Free.
Bird Walk at Lake Matoaka: Explore the heart of Williamsburg along Lake Matoaka and the woods near William and Mary. 8-10 a.m. Saturday at Lake Matoaka. Free.
Master gardener program: Dr. Shawn Dash, entomologist at Hampton University, will present a program on the world of insects. 10 a.m. Thursday at Williamsburg Regional Library. Free.
Kids Fishing Derby: Bring your fishing pole and some bait for a day of fish-themed activities, education and more. 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday at Waller Mill Park. $2 admission per vehicle, $5 registration for fishing tournament. Call 259-3778 for more info.
Paws at the River: The annual Yorktown Market Days tradition returns to support animal rescue organizations. Bring your dogs, cats, birds and lizards. 8 a.m. to noon Saturday at Riverwalk Landing. Free.
‘Anglo-Indian Relations in the Seventeenth Century:’ Explore the cultural expectations and diplomatic approach of the Algonquin people confronting English colonization. 7 p.m. Thursday at Jamestown Settlement. $17 for adults, $8 for kids 6-12, free for those under 6.
WCAC shows: The Williamsburg Contemporary Art Center debuts its final members co-op show of the year alongside “Camera to Brush,” where member artists interpreted the pictures of member photographers. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday, noon to 4 p.m. Sunday at 110 Westover Ave. Free.
2018 Toanimals Car Show: The James City-Bruton Volunteer Fire Department event features local cars and motorcycles, fire equipment, food, wine and more. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at the Williamsburg Pottery, 6800 Richmond Road. Free admission.
‘Shakespeare in Love:’ The Williamsburg Players present a fictionalized account of William Shakespeare writing “Romeo and Juliet” and falling in love during the process. 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 2 p.m. Saturday at the James-York Playhouse, 200 Hubbard Lane. Tickets are $20 for adults, $12 for students, available at williamsburgplayers.org or by calling 229-0431.
Shrimp Feast 2018: The Kiwanis Club of Williamsburg event returns for its 39th year of food, beer, music, cornhole and raffles. Proceeds support local charities. 4-7 p.m. Saturday at the Jamestown 4-H Educational Center, 3751 4-H Club Road. $35 in advance, $40 at the door, $15 for children; tickets available at williamsburgkiwanis.org.
