Art of fifing and drumming–7 p.m. Hennage Auditorium at the DeWitt Wallace Decorative Arts Museum. Tickets are $12 and $6.
Art workshops–Manor House at Powhatan Plantation. 9:30-11:30 a.m. traditional Scherenschnitte cutting, $12 fee; 1-3 p.m. metal embossing workshop $18; 4-6 p.m. beginners weaving workshop $10. 220-1200.
Basic Internet II class–2-4 p.m. at the James City Library e-CLIC Room. Free. Register at 259-7720.
Behind-the-scenes tour at Bruton Heights–2:30-4 p.m. Bruton Heights School lobby.
Bits and bridles–1-2 p.m. Colonial Williamsburg. 220-7645.
Challenge of independence–11:30 a.m. Governor’s Palace Garden, weather permitting.
Charles City County Ruritan Steak Feast–The 29th annual event takes place at Berkeley Plantation. Steak dinner, refreshments, music. Rain or shine, 3:30-p.m. to dark. Dinner served 5:15-6:15 p.m. 804 788-8364.
Concert–Tommy Sands with Moya and Fionan Sands perform at 7:30 p.m. at the Williamsburg Library theater. Tickets are $16, $12, $8. 259-4070.
Cry witch–7:30 and 9 p.m. Courthouse. Tickets are $15 and $7.50.
Dean Shostak’s crystal concert–11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Kimball Theatre. Tickets are $5.
Duplicate bridge–7 p.m. 229-0320 for location.
Elisabeth Daley–Local entertainer sings Broadway cabaret, country and standards, 7-10 p.m. Whitehall Restaurant, Jamestown Road.
Equilibrium Exercise Gallery–Offers Intro to Pilates reformer 10 a.m. 7880 Richmond Rd. 566-0077.
Fifes and drums march–5: 15 p.m. Palace Green to Capitol and Duke of Gloucester.
Free health class–Medtronic Diabetes presents “Understanding Insulin,” for diabetes patients on insulin. 10-11:30 a.m. at King of Glory Lutheran Church, 4897 Longhill Rd. Reserve a seat at 258-9701.
Free lecture series–Bruton Parish Church hosts “Abraham’s Children: An Interfaith Dialogue” in Lewis Hall in the Parish House, 331 Duke of Gloucester St. Sept. 19, Professor Catherine Grieb of Virginia Seminary presents “The Christian Faith.” Open to the public.
Garden history walk–9: 30 a.m. begins in front of the Printing Office.
Historic Triangle Senior Center–8:30-11:30 a.m. walkabout; 1-3 p.m. jamming in the Senior Lounge; computer classes. 259-4187.
Howl-O-Scream–Continues through Oct. 28 at Busch Gardens. Included in regular park admission. 800 343-7946.
In defense of our liberty–7 and 8:30 p.m. Magazine. Tickets are $12 and $6.
J.M. Randalls–Hosts Ladies Night rock ‘n’ roll, featuring Mercy Creek at 9:30. Olde Towne Square, 259-0406.
Job transition group–Meets 7-8 a.m. at Panera Bread, in New Town. Network, share ideas, learn biblical techniques.
The K of D–Presented by Virginia Premiere Theatre, 7:30 p.m. at the Kimball Theatre. Tickets are $18 and 16.
Kevin Eadie fundraiser–Dinner 5-9 p.m. at La Tolteca, 3048 Richmond Rd. Eadie has Niemann Pick, a neurodegenerative disease. The restaurant will donate a percentage of food sales to Eadie.
Kickoff for Leave a Legacy Greater Williamsburg–4:30 p.m. at the Williamsburg Community Building. The event is the beginning to a year-long public relations campaign to increase charitable giving through wills and estates.
Kimball Theatre–Shows “Sicko” at 6:30 and 8:45 p.m. Sept. 19-28. 565-8588.
Legends, myths, mysteries and ghosts–7 and 8:30 p.m. Greenhow Lumber House. Tickets are $12 and $5.
Meet the conservator tour–Learn how replacement upholstery is created for antique furniture in “Master-works.” Begins at 2:30 p.m. at the base of the central staircase at the DeWitt Wallace Decorative Arts Museum. 220-7724.
Meet the players–10 a.m. Play Booth. 220-7645.
Little Bits for Tiny Tots storytime–10:30 a.m. at the James City Library.
Mobile Library Services–Steeplechase 3:45-4:30; The Meadows 4:45-5:30; Rolling Meadows 5: 45-6:45.
On to Yorktown and victory–4:40 p.m. starts in front of Raleigh Tavern and moves to the Courthouse, weather permitting.
Order in the court–10-11: 30 a.m., every half hour, Courthouse.
Orientation walk–9 a.m.-4 p.m., every 15 minutes, Gateway Building.
Patrick Henry’s vision for Virginia–10:35 a.m. Governor’s Palace Garden, weather permitting.
Pints & Pipes Pub–Ladies Night and Service Industry Night specials. 113 Palace Lane. 565-1240.
Pleasures of the playhouse–1:30 p.m. Play Booth, weather permitting.
Politics and punch bowl–9:30 a.m.-noon Raleigh Tavern.
Public audience with a Founding Father–1:30 p.m. Coffee House site, weather permitting.
Revolutionary City–Citizens at War, 1776-1781, 2:30-4:30 p.m. Historic Area east end. 220-7645.
SALT–Singles Affirming Life Together, meets at William-sburg United Methodist Church. Potluck dinner at 6:30 p.m. in the Fellow-ship Hall followed by program at 8.
Theater and the road to revolution–11 a.m. Play Booth. 220-7645
Virginia Premiere Theatre–Presents “The K of D” at 7:30 p.m. at Kimball Theatre. Tickets are $18 and $16. 565-8588.
Walk-in computer help–11 a.m.-1 p.m. in the Adult Services area of the Williamsburg Library.
Williamsburg Consort–Swing band dance at 9 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Patriot on Richmond Road. No tickets needed. www.wmbgconsort.org
Williamsburg Music Club–2007-08 season begins with a showcase of the winners of last spring’s Grants-In-Aid competition, Lewis Hall in the Bruton Parish Building. Meeting begins with a Meet & Greet social hour at 10 a.m., followed by the business meeting at 10:30 a.m. and program at 11. www.williamsburgmusicclub.org.
York Retired Teachers’ Association meets–At 11 a.m. at the Riverwalk Restaurant in Yorktown. Open to retired teachers, administrators and support personnel from any school division. 833-0861 or 877-9675.
Thursday/20
3rd Thursdays @ Your Library–“High School Foot-ball” is the topic for the program, which begins at 7 p.m. in the Williamsburg Library Schell Room. John Harvey, sports writer for The Virginia Gazette, talks about the teams from Bruton, Lafayette, York and Jamestown, and what the future holds for the new Warhill program. Free.
African-American music program–7 and 8:30 p.m. Great Hopes Plantation, weather permitting. Tickets are $12 and $5.
America Alive VI concert– Presented by the Williamsburg Consort at 7 p.m. at Bruton High, featuring guest soloists trombonist Harry Watters and the Army’s Herald Trumpets of Washington. Free tickets available through Sept. 19 at Bay Community Bank, 171 Monticello Ave. or 5125 John Tyler Highway. www.wmbgconsort.org
And went to the play…–11 a.m. Play Booth.
Baby–The Williamsburg Players present the play at 8 p.m. at the James-York Playhouse, 200 Hubbard Lane. Tickets are $15 general admission, $13 students and seniors, $10 ages under 12. 229-0431.
Bits and bridles–1-2 p.m. Colonial Williamsburg.
Body conditioning at B-defined–In the SunTrust building at New Town, 5:30-6:30 p.m. $15. 345-6801.
Book discussion–For kids regarding “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows,” 7-8 p.m. at Barnes & Noble, New Town.
Colonial dance in Virginia–10:30 a.m. Hennage Audi-torium at the DeWitt Wallace Decorative Arts Museum.
Community Bible study–A 30-week interdenominational Bible study for women begins, 9:30-11:30 a.m. at Williamsburg Community Chapel. Child care for ages 5 and under. The course is “The Divided Kingdom and the Minor Prophets.” 564-7985.
The Corner Pocket–Round Midnight Jazz Ensemble performs 7-9 p.m. 4805 Courthouse St. No cover. 220-0808.
Conversation with a Founding Father–Noon, Kimball Theatre. Reservations required.
Dunmore’s dilemma–10 and 11 a.m. Governor’s Palace Garden, weather permitting.
Equilibrium Exercise Gallery–Intro to Pilates class. 566-0077. 565-8588.
Historic Triangle Business and Professional Women–Ladies Night Out 5:30-7:30 at Center Street Grill in New Town. Silent auction benefits local charities. Networking, food, friends, fun. $15 fee. Cash bar. RSVP to gaylesnyder@williamewood.com or 870-1913.
Historic Triangle Senior Center–Happy Sew-ers meet 9 a.m.-noon; AFEP 1 Arthritis Founda-tion Exercise Program, formerly Pace 1, 11:15-noon. James City-Williamsburg Community Center. 259-4187.
J.M. Randalls–Hosts Me & Jojo, featuring music from Etta James to Sheryl Crow, 9:30 p.m. Olde Towne Square, off Longhill Road. 259-0406.
Jazz at the Museum–Celebrate September with an evening of jazz by Harris Simon and His Trio, 7-8 at Hennage Auditorium of DeWitt Wallace Decorative Arts Museum. Refreshments follow in the museum cafe. Tickets may be available the day of the performance for $25. Reservations required at 800 HISTORY or Colonial Williamsburg ticket locations.
Lady Dunmore prepares for the ball–9:45 and 10:45 a.m. Governor’s Palace Garden, weather permitting.
Legends, myths, mysteries and ghosts–7 and 8:30 p.m. Greenhow Lumber House. Tickets are $12 and $5.
Let no man put asunder–11 and 11:30 a.m. Peyton Randolph House.
Meet the gardener–10: 30 a.m. Monday and Thursday in front of Prentis Store. Reservations required. 800 HISTORY.
Meet the players–10 a.m. Play Booth.
Mobile Library Services–James River Community Center 3-4; Skiffes Creek 4:30-5:30.
Musical voice of change–11:30 a.m. and noon, Raleigh Tavern. 220-7645.
My fortress and my strength–11 a.m. behind the Robert Carter House.
Order in the court–10-11: 30 a.m. every half hour, Courthouse.
Organ and harpsichord recital–Presented in honor of Constitution Week, 8 p.m. at Bruton Parish Church, featuring keyboardists JanEl Will and Rebecca Davy.
Orientation walk–9 a.m.-4 p.m., every 15 minutes, Gateway Building.
Pints & Pipes Pub–Hosts a straight poker tournament beginning at 7 p.m. 113 Palace Lane. 565-1240.
Pleasures of the playhouse–1:30 p.m. Play Booth, weather permitting.
Preschool storytime–10: 30 a.m. at the James City Library. Free.
Public audience with a Founding Father–1:30 p.m. Coffee House site, weather permitting.
Reach–Exercise and Conditioning for Health, 12:15-1 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday at Reach for Performance. Can be done as a chair-assisted workout. Register at 258-1221.
Reservations due–For “An Evening in Spain” which takes place 6-8 p.m. Oct. 3 at the Williamsburg Community Building.$30 per person. Mail payment to Rita Welsh Adult Literacy Program, College of William & Mary, PO Box 8795, Williamsburg VA 23187-8795. 221-3325. Proceeds benefit RWALP.
Resolved:–Free and independent states, 4:30 p.m. starts in front of Raleigh Tavern.
Revolutionary City:–Collapse of Royal Government, 1774-1776, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Historic Area east end, from Botetourt Street to the Capitol. 220-7645.
Santa’s workshop–Santa reads stories in his workshop at Yankee Candle at 11 a.m., 2, 4 and 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
School Age storytime–2: 15 p.m. at the Williamsburg Library.
Scottish country dance classes–For be-ginners and experienced, 7-9 p.m. at New-port House Bed & Breakfast. $4. 229-1032.
Shackelford’s II–Fiesta Night features live music by Brandon Wilson. 9 p.m. Monticello Marketplace.
Thursday Afternoon film series–“The Man Who Knew Too Much” (1934, unrated) shown at 2 p.m. at the Williamsburg Library theater. A British thriller with quirky humor. Vivian Leigh and Robert Taylor. Free.
Thursday Night movie series–Hosted by the SpiritWorks Foundation in observance of National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month. Sept. 20: “When a Man Loves a Woman,” 7 p.m. at 5800 Mooretown Rd. Free to the public.
United Daughters of the Confederacy–The Peninsula Campaign chapter meets at 10:30 a.m. at the home of Mrs. Barbara Pitts in Yorktown. Program topic is “Tragic Mothers of Richmond.”
VFW Post 8046–And Ladies Auxiliary regular meeting 7:30 p.m. at the post home, 5343 Riverview Rd. 565-0032.
Virginia Premiere Theatre–Presents “The K of D” at 7:30 p.m. at Kimball Theatre. Tickets are $18 and $16. 565-8588.
When freedom isn’t free–11:15 and 11:45 a.m. Peyton Randolph House.
William & Mary Night at New Town–The College of William & Mary and New Town partner to host students at a fun-filled event featuring door prizes, live entertainment by Snackbar Jones, extended store hours and special discounts for W&M students, faculty and staff. W&M ID required for discounts. Runs 7-12:30 a.m. Special shuttles leave from the front of the University Center beginning at 7 p.m. Snackbar Jones performs on Main Street 8-11:30 p.m.
Williamsburg Inn–Tim Olbrych, guitarist, performs 5-8 p.m. on the terrace. Casual dress.
Williamsburg walkabout–9 a.m. at James City-Williamsburg Community Center.
Young adult ministry–Meets 7-8:30 p.m. at Saint Bede Catholic Church. 373-5855.
Xpress fitness class–At the Williamsburg Indoor Sports Complex, 11-11:30 a.m. or 11 a.m.-noon Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. 253-1947.
Friday/21
A Gift From Ben–Distributes food 3:30-5 p.m. Living Proof Baptist Church, Waltz Farm Drive.
Ah, liberty–11 a.m. Play Booth. 220-7645.
American Red Cross–York-Poquoson offers Adult CPR/AED training. $40 fee. Preregistration required at 898-3090. Classes are open to the public and filled on a first-come basis.
Aromas–An evening of live acoustic rock with local artists Lisa Engstrom & Rob Morgan performing as Salted Cod, 8-10:30. No reservations. 221-6676.
Behind-the-scenes tour at Bruton Heights– 2:30-4 p.m. Bruton Heights School lobby.
Bird Club 30 birdy years anniversary–7 p.m. at the Williamsburg Library theater. Brief, light-hearted, look back at the birders and the club during 30 years. Surprises and special guests. www.williamsburgbirdclub.org.
Building Great Hopes Plantation:–Reconstructing Rural Houses by Hand, 10 a.m. Great Hopes Plantation, weather permitting.
Challenge of independence–11:30 a.m. Governor’s Palace Garden.
Charlie Costa and the Cavalier Trio–Plays for listening and dancing 6-11 p.m. at Williamsburg Inn.
Club Rec Night–James City Parks & Rec offers the event for grades 6-12, from 8:30 to 11:30 at the James City-Williamsburg Community Center. $1 admission fee.
Concert–Timothy Seaman performs 4-6 p.m. at Williamsburg Booksellers. Free to the public.
Conversation with a Founding Father–Noon, Kimball Theatre.
Cry witch–7:30 and 9 p.m. Capitol Courtroom.
Exhibit closes–Andrews Gallery at William & Mary features “Concerning the Landscape: Harmony, Intimacy & Destruction,” drawings by Lindy Carroll and Kim Massaro. Andrews Hall, Room 107, to the rear of Phi Beta Kappa theater on Jamestown Road. 221-1452.
Exhibit tour–“We see America” at the Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Museum. 220-7724.
Family Focus–Offers a Here, Now and Down the Road… Tips for Loving Parents class, 9:40-11:20 a.m. Friday, Sept. 21-Nov. 16, at St. Mark Lutheran Church. Free child care. Register at 898-2945.
Founding Fathers–Noon, Kimball Theatre. Reservations required.
Gardens of gentility–9: 30 a.m. begins at the Governor’s Palace east gate.
Harp music–Marian Harding, harpist, afternoon tea at the Williamsburg Inn, 3-5 Thursday, Friday and Saturday., Reservations: 229-1000, ext. 2823.
Historic Triangle Senior Center–8:30-11:30 a.m. walkabout; 11:05-11:55 a.m. AFEP 2, formerly Pace 2; bridge at 9:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. JC-WCC. 259-4187.
Holiday Inn Patriot–NightLife plays rock, beach and soul dance music, 9 p.m. 3032 Richmond Rd.
J.M. Randalls–The Damon Fowler Band performs electric blues at 9:30 p.m. Olde Towne Square, off Longhill Road. 259-0406.
Junior Jazzercise class–At Williamsburg Jazzercise Dance and Fitness Center at 7:30 p.m. 220-8020.
Legends, myths, mysteries and ghosts–7 and 8:30 p.m. Greenhow Lumber House. Tickets are $12 and $5.
Library Tavern–DJ-dancing 10:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Richmond Road. 229-1012.
Meet the players–10 a.m. Play Booth.
Military review–5:15 p.m. Market Square. No ticket required.
Mobile Library Services–Powhatan Apartments 4-5.
New Quarter Park–Open 8 a.m.-5 p.m. for trail hiking, family and mountain biking, disc golf. 890-3515.
On to Yorktown and victory–4:40 p.m. starts in front of Raleigh Tavern, weather permitting.
Order in the court–10-11: 30 a.m., every half hour, Courthouse.
Orientation walk–9 a.m.-4 p.m., every 15 minutes, Gateway Building.
Party on the patio–At the Green Leafe Gourmet in New Town includes live music, 5-9 p.m. Sept. 21 and 28.
Patrick Henry’s vision for Virginia–10:35 a.m. Governor’s Palace Garden, weather permitting.
Pilates class–10 a.m. at Sacred Grounds Coffeehouse. 220-8494.
Pints & Pipes Pub–Texas Hold ’em tournaments, 6:30 and 9 p.m. 113 Palace Lane. 565-1240.
Pleasures of the playhouse–1:30 p.m. Play Booth, weather permitting.
Politics and the punch bowl–9:30 a.m.-noon Raleigh Tavern.
Public audience with a Founding Father–1:30 p.m. Coffee House site, weather permitting.
Registration deadline–For an adult sewing class to be offered 10 a.m.-noon Tuesday, Oct. 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30, at the Virginia Cooperative Extension EOC Building, Toano. Registration fee is $20 per person. 564-2170.
Revolutionary City:–Citizens at War, 1776-1781, 2:30-4:30 p.m. Historic Area east end. 220-7645.
Rhythms on the Riverwalk–Concert series at Riverwalk Landing continues 6:30-8:30 p.m. with a performance by the Top Hats Orchestra. Free to the public. Take blankets or lawn chairs for seating.
Rockahock Summer concert series–Located on the Chickahominy River, the fourth annual Fall Festival & Country Music Showdown takes place Sept. 21-22. Ticket prices range $8-$25. Ages 5 and under are free with a paying adult. Info: www.rockahock.com. Tickets: www.ticketstobuy.com or 804 794-6700.
Stained-glass class–James City Parks & Recreation offers the class 9 a.m.-noon to ages 50 and up. $20 fee. 887-5810.
Storytime–10:30 a.m. at Barnes & Noble, New Town.
The Underground–Held at 7:30 p.m. at James City Community Church. CLAY, Christ Loves All Youths, student ministry for grades 6-12. Live band performance.
Upon a Violl at Sea:–A 1607 Concert, 7:30 and 9 p.m. Capitol. Tickets are $12 and $6.
Virginia Premiere Theatre–Presents “The K of D” at 7:30 p.m. at Kimball Theatre. Tickets are $18 and $16. 565-8588.
Walk-in computer help–Noon-2 p.m. at the Williamsburg Library.
Whitehall Restaurant–Live entertainment presented 7:30-10:30 p.m. Jamestown Road.
Williamsburg Inn–Dine and dance to the Charlie Costa Trio. Reservations: 229-1000, ext. 2823. Guitarist Tim Olbrych performs 5-8 p.m. on the terrace. Casual dress.
Williamsburg Players–Presents “Baby” at 8 p.m. at the James-York Playhouse, 200 Hubbard Lane. Tickets are $15, $13, $10. 229-0431.
Williamsburg Real Estate School–30-hour post-licensure class, Moseley Real Estate school instructors, 8:15 a.m.-4:30 p.m. in the WAARclassroom. www.moseley.org.
York High School alumni mixer/fundraiser–YHS alumni, families and supporters are invited to the third fall mixer, 6:30-10:30 p.m. at Watermen’s Museum. Music by the Fat Ammons Band. $5 donation collected at the door, with munchies provided free. Snacks are welcome. Benefits the Alumni Association Scholarship Fund for YHS students. 804 693-4234.
Saturday/22
All-Mozart concert–Tidewater Intergenerational Orchestra, in residence at St. Bede R.C. Church on Ironbound Road, opens its 2007-08 season with a 2 p.m. concert. The all-Mozart program is conducted by Jeff Jacobsen of Williamsburg. Free, with refreshments. 565-5463.
Aromas–An evening with live music by singer-songwriter Colin Hogan, 8-10:30. No reservations. 221-6676.
Auditions–For new team members at Broadway Dance Arts held at 3 p.m. at 223 Bulifants Blvd., Suite B, in Michaels Commons. Team divisions include Minis (ages 6-8), Jr. (9-12) and Senior (13-17), beginning through advanced levels. No fees for auditioning. 259-2253.
Art and mysteries of brewing–10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Palace Scullery.
Baroque to modern flute recital–8 p.m. at Bruton Parish Church, featuring Tom Moore.
Bead Bonanza–Open to ages 12-17 from 9 a.m. to noon at the James City-Williamsburg Community Center. $15 fee. Learn how to make necklaces, earrings and bracelets. 887-5810.
Bird walk–Led by Bill Williams, director of education, Center for Conservation Biology at the College of William & Mary and a member of the Williamsburg Bird Club. 7-9 a.m. atNew Quarter Park.
Bits and bridles–1-2 p.m. Colonial Williamsburg. 220-7645.
Book-signing–A.W.G. Coleman, author of “Quest of the Seal Bearers,” signs books 7-9 p.m. at Barnes & Noble, New Town.
Charlie Costa and the Cavalier Trio– Plays for listening and dancing 6-11 p.m. at Williamsburg Inn.
Child-care provider training–Infant Child CPR and First Aid is offered by Child & Family Connections, 6-8 p.m. at the Community Services Building, 312 Waller Mill Rd. Registration required at 229-7940.
Concert–Stephen Bennett and Andy McKee perform a fingerpicking and flatpicking guitar concert at 7:30 p.m. at the Williamsburg Library theater. Tickets are $18 for adults, $15 with student ID and $9 under 16. 259-4070.
Crime and punishment–7-9 p.m., every 15 minutes, Tickets, Treasures and Books. Tickets are $12 and $6.
Delightful diversions for families–11:30 a.m and noon, Coffee House site.
Dunmore’s dilemma–10 and 11 a.m. Governor’s Palace Garden.
Estuaries Day–At York River State Park 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Join York River State Park and Chesapeake Bay Estuarine Research Reserve staff for a day of learning about and enjoying the estuary. Activities include kayak, canoe and boat trips, guided hikes, children’s crafts, games, food, music, more. All programs are free after paying a parking fee. Preregistration required for several programs. 566-3036.
Exhibit closes–Prince George Art & Frame features “Pachyderm Painters: Paintings by Asian Elephants,” the works of 16 different elephant artists from Thailand, Cambodia and Indonesia. Proceeds from the sale of the art go to the Asian Elephant Art and Conservation Project. Gallery open 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Monday-Friday and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays. Colony Square. 229-7644.
Exhibit opens–Lazare Gallery features “Artistic Search for Perfection, Landscapes and Portraits by Russia’s Greatest Soviet Era Artists,” Sept. 22-Nov. 30.Open house 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sept. 22. 4641 Kimages Wharf Rd. in Charles City. www.lazaregallery.com.
Exhibit opens–Nancy Thomas Gallery shows a large collection of the work of Alabama self-taught artist Michael Banks at her Yorktown gallery. Banks attends the opening event 4-8 p.m. Admission is free, and refreshments served opening night. 145 Ballard St. nancythomas.com.
Feed me a story–Storytime, snack for pre-schoolers to early elementary-aged children and their parents, 10 a.m. at Ukrop’s cafe.
Fifes and drums march–1 p.m. Capitol to Palace Green on Duke of Gloucester.
Fire Safety House–Sponsored by the Williamsburg Fire Department 1-3 p.m. at Rita’s Ice on Monticello Avenue. If available, fire trucks on display as well. Rita’s will donate a portion of the proceeds from sales during those hours to the Williamsburg Fire Department.
Garden history walk–9: 30 a.m. begins in front of the Printing Office.
Harp music–Marian Harding, harpist, afternoon tea at the Williamsburg Inn, 3-5, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Reservations: 229-1000, ext. 2823.
Heritage Harvest Days–12: 30-3 p.m. Chippokes Plantation State Park in Surry. Join staff and volunteers in day of colonial-style farmwork. 757 294-3625.
Historical organ recital–Presented by James Darling, 10 a.m. at William & Mary Wren Chapel.
Holiday Inn Patriot–Presents NightLife playing rock, beach and soul dance music, beginning at 9 p.m. 3032 Richmond Rd. 565-2600.
J.M. Randalls–The X-Statix play unique rock jazz, hi-energy fusion. 9:30 p.m. Olde Towne Square, 259-0406.
Lady Dunmore prepares for the ball– 9:45 and 10:45 a.m. Governor’s Palace Garden.
Leafe luau–At the Green Leafe Gourmet in New Town, 5-9 p.m. Sept. 22 and 29. Acoustic jams with Frank Clark & Friends.
Legends, myths, mysteries and ghosts–7 and 8:30 p.m. Greenhow Lumber House. Tickets are $12 and $5.
Let no man put asunder–11 and 11:30 a.m. Peyton Randolph House backyard, weather permitting. 220-7645.
Library Tavern–DJ-dancing 10 p.m.-1:30 a.m. 1330 Richmond Rd.
Meditation–Saturday afternoon aware-ness meditation 3:30-5 at Sacred Grounds.
Mobile Library Services–Colonial Pines 10-11; New Hope 11:30-12:15; Lafayette Square 12: 30-1.
One-stroke painting class–City of Williamsburg Parks & Rec offers the class 2-4 p.m. at the Quarterpath Rec Center. 259-3760 for fees and additional information.
Order in the court–10-11: 30 a.m., every half hour, Courthouse,.
Orientation walk–9 a.m.-4 p.m., every 15 minutes, Gateway Building.
Pints & Pipes Pub–Hosts the Realife Band at 9 p.m. 113 Palace Lane. 565-1240.
Pleasures of the playhouse–1:30 p.m. Play Booth, weather permitting.
Politics and the punch bowl–9:30 a.m.-noon Raleigh Tavern.
Powwow-festival–Native Americans join the Chickahominy Indian Tribe as it celebrates the 56th annual Fall Festival and Powwow on the Chickahominy Tribal Grounds in Charles City County. Grounds open at 10 a.m., with Grand Entry at noon. Hours are 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Native American dancers, drummers, singers, artisans and crafters. Food available for purchase. Open to the public. No admission fee. However, donations appreciated. 804 829-2027.
Public audience with a Founding Father–1:30 p.m. Coffee House site, weather permitting.
Resolved–Free and independent states, 4:30 p.m. Raleigh Tavern.
Revolutionary City–Collapse of Royal Government, 1774-1776, 2:30-4:30 p.m. Historic Area east end, 2: 30-4:30 p.m.
Rockahock Summer concert series–Continues with the fourth annual Fall Festival & Country Music Showdown on the Chickahominy River. Ticket prices range $8-$25. Ages 5 and under free with a paying adult. www.ticketstobuy.com or 804 794-6700.
Rule of Law Month–Observed through Sept. 30 at Jamestown Settlement & Yorktown Victory Center. 253-4838.
Satellite conference–New Town United Methodist Church is the site of “Extraordinary Women 2007, Beautiful in His Eyes,” a live conference via satellite, 9:15 a.m.-4 p.m. $20 fee includes lunch. 5209 Monticello Ave. 258-1072.
Stampin’ Up–Dawn Frost of Stampin’ Up demonstrates and invites ages 10-15 to enhance craft ideas using the technique of stamping. 11:30 a.m. at the Williamsburg Library Schell Room. Free. Sign up at 259-7733.
Theatre for the young–10 a.m. Play Booth.
Virginia Premiere Theatre–Presents “The K of D” at 7:30 p.m. at Kimball Theatre. Tickets are $18 and $16. 565-8588.
Walk-in computer help–11 a.m.-1 p.m. in the Adult Services area of the Williamsburg Library.
Voter registration drive–1-3 p.m. at Hog Wild Smokehouse. Sponsored by Hog Wild and Stonehouse District supervisor write-in candidate Gene Farley.
When freedom isn’t free–11:15 and 11:45 a.m., weather permitting, Peyton Randolph House backyard
William & Mary Fall Fest–Sigma Pi and UCAB team up to throw a charity musical festival to aid Mission to Liberia. Fest begins at noon in the Sunken Gardens and continues until 11 p.m. Headline bands include the Afromotive, Recycled Percussion and Scott Fisher. Tickets are $5 for W&M students, $10 for others. Includes food vendors, African drumming and dance workshops, and a beverage garden. Sponsors include the Williamsburg Winery.
Williamsburg Farmers Market–8 a.m.-noon at Mer-chants Square. Pumpkins and chrysanthemum plants are among the harvest season products. Master gardeners, Custom Culinary Connection and the Rock River Gypsies educate and entertain customers.
Williamsburg Inn–Dine and dance to the Charlie Costa Trio. Reservations: 229-1000, ext. 2823. Tim Olbrych, guitarist, performs 5-8 p.m. on the terrace. Casual dress.
Williamsburg Players–Presents “Baby” at 2 and 8 p.m. at the James-York Playhouse, 200 Hubbard Lane. Tickets are $15 general admission, $13 students and seniors, $10 ages under 12. 229-0431.
Workin’ for the soil, healing the soul–10 a.m. Great Hopes Plantation, weather permitting.
York River State Park–Happenings in history 1-3 p.m.; wild weekend canoe trip 4-6 p.m., weather permitting. $9 per person,$6 per person for families of four-plus. Reservations required; mysterious moonlight canoe trip 7:30-10 p.m. $13 per person, $8 per person for families of four-plus, weather permitting. Register. 566-30-36.
Yorktown Market Days–At the River held 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at Riverwalk Landing. Local produce, fresh meat and seafood, baked goods, herbs, homemade soaps, specialty-cut flowers, live musical entertainment.
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American Musicworks–Interactive museum program features performances by Colonial Williamsburg musicians Dean Shostak, Kelly Kennedy and Stephen Christoff. 5 p.m. in the Hennage Audi-torium DeWitt Wallace museum.
Capitol concert–7:30 and 9 p.m. Capitol. Tickets $12 and $6.
Challenge of independence–11:30 a.m. Governor’s Palace Garden.
Harp music–Marian Harding, harpist, afternoon tea at the Williamsburg Inn, 3-5, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Reservations: 229-1000, ext. 2823.
J.M. Randalls–Service Industry Night &NFL. 9:30. Olde Towne Square. 259-0406.
Jazz brunch at Opus 9 Steak-house–In New Town, with the Dana Fitzsimons Trio performing 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. 645-4779.
Kimball Theatre–Shows “Sicko” at 6:30 and 8:45 p.m. 565-8588.
Lady Washington remembers–10:30 a.m. at Kimball Theatre. General admission $5, seniors and students $4.
Lanthorn tours–7 and 8: 30 p.m. Greenhow Lumber House. Tickets are $12 and $6.
Legends, myths, mysteries and ghosts–7 and 8:30 p.m. Greenhow Lumber House. Tickets are $12 and $5.
On to Yorktown and victory–4:40 p.m. starts in front of Raleigh Tavern. 220-7645.
Orientation walk–9 a.m.-4 p.m., every 15 minutes, Gateway Building.
Patrick Henry’s vision for Virginia?10:35 a.m. Governor’s Palace Garden.
Politics and the punch bowl–9:30 a.m.-noon Raleigh Tavern.
Powwow-festival–Concludes on the Chickahominy Tribal Grounds in Charles City County. Grounds open at 11 a.m., with Grand Entry at 1 p.m. Native American dancers, drummers, singers, artisans and crafters. Food available for purchase. Open to the public. No admission fee. However, donations appreciated. 804 829-2027 or 804 966-2448.
Public audience with a Founding Father–1:30 p.m. Coffee House site, weather permitting.
Revolutionary City:–Citizens at War, 1776-1781, 2:30-4:30 p.m. Historic Area east end. 220-7645.
Sal’s by Victor–Tim Beasley performs a “From Dino with Love” Dean Martin show at 6:30 p.m.
Sunday jazz brunch–By the Inn Keepers Trio, noon-3 p.m. Williamsburg Inn.
Virginia Premiere Theatre–Presents “The K of D” at 2 p.m. at the Kimball Theatre. Tickets are $18, $16 and $9. 565-8588.
Walk-in computer help–3-5 p.m. at the Williamsburg Library.
Williamsburg Inn–Now and Then trio performs noon-3 p.m. In the evening, pianist Spess Neblett plays. Reservations: 229-1000, ext. 2823.
