May 29 '25Tech Center Research Park Launches Free Summer Concert Series in Newport News April 25, 2025 There’s nothing quite like live music under an open sky — and starting this May, Newport News locals and visitors alike can look forward to exactly that, thanks to the brand-new Tech Center Summer Concert Series! Held at the beautiful Drillfield Plaza within the Tech Center Research Park, this free concert series […]
May 27 '25 May 27, 2025Music Under the Stars: Virginia Symphony Orchestra’s Free Summer Concert Series Returns to Williamsburg and Beyond One of my favorite summer traditions is back—and if you’ve never experienced it, make this the year you do. The Virginia Symphony Orchestra (VSO) is once again bringing the magic of live symphonic music to parks, amphitheaters, and riverfronts across Hampton Roads—and every concert is completely free. From Norfolk to Virginia Beach, and yes, right […]
May 26 '25Why the Virginia Living Museum Should Be on Every Family’s Must-Visit List By John Womeldorf – Mr. Williamsburg If you have young kids — or even just a love for nature and wildlife — the Virginia Living Museum in Newport News is one of those magical places you need to experience. It’s not just another museum; it’s a living, breathing celebration of Virginia’s natural world, packed with […]
May 25 '25Protecting Our Past: Kingsmill Plantation Named One of Virginia’s Most Endangered Historic Places By John Womeldorf – May 25, 2025 Each May, during National Historic Preservation Month, Preservation Virginia releases its annual list of the Commonwealth’s Most Endangered Historic Places—a powerful reminder of the irreplaceable landmarks at risk of being lost forever. This year, right here in our own backyard, the Kingsmill Archaeological Site in James City County […]
May 24 '25 May 24, 2025A Rare Chance to Own a Frank Lloyd Wright Masterpiece: The Elizabeth and Rollin Furbeck House in Oak Park By John Womeldorf | May 23, 2025 As a lifelong admirer of Frank Lloyd Wright’s work, I’ve toured many of the homes he designed—each one offering something unique, but all sharing that unmistakable blend of form, function, and artistic vision. Few, however, resonate quite like this one. The Elizabeth and Rollin Furbeck House, completed in […]
May 22 '25April 2025 Williamsburg Real Estate Market Report: More Choices, But Don’t Blink By John Womeldorf, a.k.a. Mr. Williamsburg Let’s clear up a common misconception: just because there are more homes on the market doesn’t mean you can afford to wait. Yes, inventory has increased. Yes, buyers have more choices than they did a year or two ago. But if a well-priced, move-in-ready home in a good neighborhood […]
May 21 '25 May 23, 2025A Rare Penthouse Condo in New Town 5414 Foundation Street – Foundation Square – Williamsburg, VA @ $450,000 If you’ve been dreaming of a stylish, low-maintenance home in one of Williamsburg’s most walkable communities—your moment has arrived. 5414 Foundation Street is a rare and exceptional fourth-floor penthouse condo located in the boutique Foundation Square building in New Town. With 1,674 square feet, […]
May 18 '25 May 18, 2025Udder Nonsense Creamery’s First Farm Day – A Dairy Dream Realized in Charles City Sunday, May 25 | 11 AM–3 PM | Free Admission & Parking | Rain or ShineLocation: 12800 The Glebe Ln., Charles City, VA 23030 If you’ve ever wondered what it looks like to turn a lifelong dream into a delicious reality, look no further than Udder Nonsense Creamery in Charles City, Virginia. This isn’t just […]
May 15 '25Chicken Salad (and Joy) Coming to Williamsburg: Chicken Salad Chick Grand Opening Set for May 27 By John Womeldorf Let’s be honest: it’s hard not to smile when someone says chicken salad. Add in Southern hospitality, 12+ flavors, patio seating, and a free chicken salad giveaway—and now we’re talking. Big news, Williamsburg: Chicken Salad Chick is opening its doors at 4640 Casey Blvd. on Tuesday, May 27, and they’re bringing some […]
May 15 '25Liz Moore & Associates: Leading Williamsburg Real Estate with Unmatched Market Share Published: May 13, 2025 | By John Womeldorf In residential real estate, market share is one of the strongest indicators of a brokerage’s influence and reputation. It reflects not only sales success but also a deep level of trust within the community. Here in Williamsburg, Virginia, a city of just over 100,000 residents, one firm […]