The Holiday Shopping Season is upon us!

I know, I know - it's easy to do all your holiday shopping online, but it's more fun to keep your eye out for local events and open houses that feature unique, fun items that aren't always available at the closest mega-store. So, why wait to the last minute and end up pulling a gift certificate out of your hat for your teacher present or Bunko gift, when you could find a gem at a small Holiday Open House or Community Bazaar ?! Plus, avoid the stress and hassle of mall shopping and holiday traffic.

We'll keep you posted throughout the holiday season on fun local events in and around Williamsburg guaranteed to get you in the holiday shopping spirit.

Craftsmen's Classic^TM Arts & Crafts Festival
November 5 - 7, 2010

Consistently voted the "Best Arts & Crafts Show" in Virginia. Features original designs and work from hundreds of talented artists and craftspeople from across the nation. See the creative process in action as many exhibitors demonstrate throughout the weekend. Meet the actual artists and craftsmen as you visit them in their booths and discover what goes into the making of these one-of-a-kind treasures that are sure to please people on your gift giving list. There is something for every style, taste and budget with items from the most traditional to the most contemporary. Find thousands of choices from functional to whimsical, decorative to fun and conservative to funky. Don't forget to visit Christmas Tree Village to view all the different trees decorated by some of the craftsmen with their unique crafts. This show is a winner of Sunshine Artist “200 Best” awards.

November 5, 2010– Fri. (10am – 9pm)
November 6, 2010– Sat. (10am – 6pm)
November 7, 2010– Sun. (11am – 5pm)

Craftsmen's Classic^TM Arts & Crafts Festival
November 5 - 7, 2010

Consistently voted the "Best Arts & Crafts Show" in Virginia. Features original designs and work from hundreds of talented artists and craftspeople from across the nation. See the creative process in action as many exhibitors demonstrate throughout the weekend. Meet the actual artists and craftsmen as you visit them in their booths and discover what goes into the making of these one-of-a-kind treasures that are sure to please people on your gift giving list. There is something for every style, taste and budget with items from the most traditional to the most contemporary. Find thousands of choices from functional to whimsical, decorative to fun and conservative to funky. Don't forget to visit Christmas Tree Village to view all the different trees decorated by some of the craftsmen with their unique crafts. This show is a winner of Sunshine Artist “200 Best” awards.

November 5, 2010– Fri. (10am – 9pm)
November 6, 2010– Sat. (10am – 6pm)
November 7, 2010– Sun. (11am – 5pm)

2010 OUTDOOR SCULPTURE EXHIBIT

ENDS October 10, 2010

COURTHOUSE GALLERIES COURTYARD

The Courthouse Galleries, housed in the 1846 Courthouse, are devoted to offering quality educational, cultural and aesthetic experiences in the arts through rotating visual art exhibits, lectures, classes and performances.

Cast your ballot on your favorite sculpture featured in this historic garden setting and help determine the People's Choice Award for the fifth annual Outdoor Sculpture exhibit.

What is Scentsy?

Scentsy began in 2003 with the powerfully simple idea of aromatic candles - decorative warmers with wax melted by the heat of a light bulb instead of a traditional wick and flame.

Perennial Days... It's an Annual Thing!
Walsingham Academy's Home & Garden Show
April 30, 2010 - May 2, 2010

Garden Party on the Green

Friday, April 30, 6:30pm to 10:00pm

• Dancing, hors d'oeuvres, and live music by Hotcakes
• Complimentary beer, wine and signature cocktail until 8:00pm
• Cash bar from 8:00pm to 10:00pm
• Resort casual attire

Third Annual 5K Walk/Run

Saturday, May 1

• Race 9:00am
• 1 mile fun run 8:30am
• A Colonial Road Runners Grand Prix Event
• To register or learn more, please visit www.walsingham.org

Home and Garden Show

Saturday, May 1, 10:00am to 5:00pm
Sunday, May 2,  Noon to 5:00pm

Gardening Presentations:

Viette's Top Gardening Tips for a Beautiful Garden Andre Viette; Horticulturist, Author, Radio Show Host