10 Was King George Really Mad?: During this interactive program learn about King George III and his bouts of illnesses, the commemorative objects that were created to celebrate his recovery and learn what recent scientific findings have revealed. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Thursday, Hennage Auditorium, 326 W. Francis St. Included with museum admission.
9 Movie in the Park, “Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey:” Before the Seavers leave for a family vacation to San Francisco, they drop off their pets at a friend’s ranch. When the animals start to worry they’ve been left for good, the three embark on a journey to find their way home through the wilderness. Sunset Saturday, New Quarter Park, 1000 Lakeshead Drive. Free.
8 Chamber Concert: This concert features Svetlana Smolina on piano, Moises Cunha on violin, Alice Lindsay on viola and Steven Custer on cello. 7:30 p.m. Friday, Bruton Parish Church, 201 W. Duke of Gloucester St. Free.
7 “Mother Tongue:” A new production that explores the stories of three women of Jamestown as they come together to consider if, and how, the future will remember them and why it matters. 6:30-9:30 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, Jamestown Settlement, 2110 Jamestown Road. $20; purchase at historyisfun.org/mother-tongue.
6 Forest Explorer Fridays: Animal Rescue: People often find animals who have been injured. What should you do? Come find out from an expert. 6-7:30 p.m. Friday, Freedom Park, 5537 Centerville Road. Free.
5 Backstage Theatre Productions presents “Disney’s Beauty and the Beast:” Bring the family out to watch a tale as old as time at this theatrical production of the classic Disney film. 2 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Saturday, 3 p.m. Sunday, Williamsburg Library, 515 Scotland St. Free.
4 Mile of Kindness: With seven different one-mile races down historic Duke of Gloucester Street, every finisher will receive a medal and a t-shirt. After the race is a live concert by the Deloreans. 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Duke of Gloucester St. Free-$30; register at runsignup.com/milesofkindness. This is part of the WMBGKind initiative.
3 Jacqueline Schwab: The Pianist’s performance “I Lift My Lamp—Vintage Songs and Dances of Immigrant America” celebrates immigrants, their vibrant spirit of community music-making and contributions to our heritage. 7:30 p.m. Friday, Williamsburg Library, 515 Scotland St. Tickets $5; $4 for Friends of Williamsburg Regional Library.
2 Muscarelle on the Move: Artist Under Glass: Interact with Steve Prince, director of engagement and distinguished artist in residence at the Muscarelle Museum of Art, at his exhibition “Sankofa: Looking Back, Moving Forward.” Watch Prince work and ask him questions about his art. Monday, Wednesday and Friday 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.and Tuesday and Thursday 5:30-7:30 p.m. Stryker Center, 412 N. Boundary St. Free.
1 Williamsburg Greek Festival: Enjoy Greek food, dancing, a market and tours of the church. 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday, noon to 7 p.m. Sunday, St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church, 4900 Mooretown Road. Admission is free; food costs extra. Learn more at stdemva.com/festival.
