Williamsburg Magazine, December 2015

Make memories Use our handy holiday guide see page 20

“A Colonial Christmas” Food, fun and misrule see page 22

The hunt for the perfect tree Find out where you can find yours see page 34

ALL THINGS GREATER WILLIAMSBURG FOR LOCALS & VISITORS

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20 A Handy Guide to the Holidays

56 ANTIQUES AND CONSIGNMENTS

22 A Colonial Christmas: Different traditions, same spirit 34 Family fun found at MillFarm Christmas Trees

AREA EVENTS 18 The Christmas Homes Tour: A different side of Colonial Williamsburg 30 Elvis Stojko is coming to Busch Gardens for Christmas Town 32 Williamsburg Christmas Parade celebrates 50 years 32 Annual Holiday Antiques Show returns

Covering the Historic Triangle since 1964

37 “The Nutcracker”

Digby Solomon Publisher

58 Light up the Night

Peggy Bellows Editor

76 AREA MAP

Olivia S. Hartman Marketing/Advertising Director LouAnne M. Sexton Layout & Design Peter Dewey • Kathy Sturgeon Sandy Xander Design Support Heather Bridges • Mike Holtzclaw Adrienne Mayfield • Joshua Reyes Writers Summer Hamlin • Vickie Nurnberger Kathy Talmage Advertising Sales Shari French Sales Assistant www.williamsburgmag.com

AROUND TOWN 44 The man behind the Santa suit 72 DISCOUNTS 52 ENTERTAINMENT GUIDE LOCAL SPIN 28 Year-round cheer at Smithfield’s The Christmas Store 74 MAP DIRECTORY 10 TAKE THE TOUR WOMEN IN BUSINESS 63 Holly Shields: Master at her craft 67 WORSHIP

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There truly is no place like Williamsburg for the holidays, with its unique blend of local heart and tourist pizzazz.

The season opens with a bang on the first weekend of December, offering three crowdpleasing traditions back to back to back.

Celebrating its 50th year, the Williamsburg Christmas Parade draws the community out to see 100 parade units march through downtown Williamsburg.

After the last unit rolls by, head over to Colonial Williamsburg for the 56th annual Christmas Homes Tour, offering a behind-the-scenes glimpse into six historic homes.

Cap opening weekend with Grand Illumination, a spectacle that lights up the Revolutionary City with candles, bonfires, cressets and fireworks launched from multiple locations.

One location these fireworks will launch from is the Governor’s Palace. In this issue’s Area History feature, read about the archaeological dig that unearthed the remains of the palace in 1930.

As the season continues, check items off Christmas lists at various local shopping gems.

Master Craftsmen, for one, offers one-of-a-kind pewter collectibles and silver jewelry, crafted inhouse by owner Holly Shields.

Take a day trip to downtown Smithfield, where The Christmas Store serves up year-round Christmas cheer, as well as thousands of holiday ornaments and decorations.

While out and about, visit one of Hampton Roads’ growing number of craft breweries, quickly becoming gathering spots for entertainment and socializing with friends and family.

Two Williamsburg standouts are Alewerks Brewing Co. and Brass Cannon Brewing.

December in Williamsburg bursts with performing arts. A beloved tradition, the Virginia Regional Ballet’s performance of “The Nutcracker” takes place Dec. 12 and 13.

To see dancing on ice, visit Busch Gardens’ Christmas Town where figure skating champion Elvis Stojko will perform in a brand new ice show, “‘Twas That Night.”

If inspired by Stojko, try some of your own moves at Colonial Williamsburg’s first-ever ice rink, installed on Duke of Gloucester Street until February.

While there, you might spot Father Christmas strolling through Merchants Square. It’s Lance Smith, a Newport News native and a longtime magician, who radiates Santa’s love to all those around him.

In Colonial times, Santa Claus wasn’t a part of Christmas celebrations. Throughout December, “A Colonial Christmas” will bring to light holiday traditions of the 17th and 18th centuries at historic Jamestown and Yorktown.

Though there’s plenty to do outside the home during the Christmas season in Williamsburg, Christmas in the home is most important. Find the perfect Christmas tree at MillFarm, a local choose-and-cut tree farm. It’ll add just the right touch to your holiday season.

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take the tour ATTRACTIONS & AMUSEMENTS BUSCH GARDENS® Whether it’s a fall getaway or a winter vacation, fun is always in season at Busch Gardens® Williamsburg. As the weather turns chill, the thrills take a whole new form at the world's most beautiful theme park during Howl-O-Scream® and Christmas Town™. For more information, visit www. buschgardens.com/va or call (800) 343-7946.

GO APE is a 2-3 hour outdoor adventure course featuring 5 zip lines and over 40 treetop obstacles at heights of 40-50 feet in the trees.

Great for individuals, families, friends, and groups. Booking ahead recommended at www.goape.com HISTORIC JAMESTOWNE The first permanent English settlement in North America, was Virginia’s colonial capital for 92 years and in 1619 the site of America’s first representative legislative assembly. Walking tour of the town site, archaeological remains of the 1607 fort, memorials, the 1690s church tower and the glasshouse. The gate is open daily 8:30 am4:30 pm; visitor center is open 9 am-5 pm 757 898-2410. www.nps.gov/colo.

HISTORIC YORKTOWN Enjoy 300 years of history in a charming riverfront setting.

Relive the pivotal battle of the Revolutionary War. Visit historic homes, museums, monu-

ments and battlefields and learn more about the brave citizens and soldiers who took a stand here. Shop in specialty stores, play on the riverfront, and dine in one-of-a-kind restaurants on the York River and up the hill in the village. Come for a day, a weekend or longer. www.visityorktown.org JAMESTOWN SETTLEMENT Explores America’s first permanent English colony. Gallery exhibits trace history of Jamestown, and the Powhatan Indian, European and African cultures that converged in 1600s Virginia.

Features outdoor re-creations of three ships, colonial fort and Powhatan village, and a riverfront discovery area. 757 253-4838. www.historyisfun.org.

PAINT ON POTTERY The place where you are the artist! Choose an item of bisque and paint your own design. We will fire your creation and you can pick up in a few days, or we can ship it to you. Hours: Sun-12-6, Mon., Wed. & Thurs-11-6, Tues & Fri-11-10 & Sat.10-6. The Shops at High Street, 1430 Richmond Rd., Williamsburg.

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WILLIAMSBURG WINERY, Wedmore Place, Café Provençal and The Gabriel Archer Tavern offer a wine and food experience with a touch of Old World charm in America’s Historic Triangle. 5800 Wessex Hundred, Williamsburg. www.williamsburgwinery.com, 757 229-0999. www.gabrielarchertavern.com, 757 564-8869. www.wedmoreplace.com, 757 941-0310. www.cafe-provencal.com, 757 941-0317.

YORKTOWN BATTLEFIELDS AT THE VISITOR CENTER See a 16-minute film on the military campaign, siege and surrender. Explore the battlefield and 18th-century town on your own or with a Park Ranger as your guide. Visitor Center is open daily 9am–5 pm and the battlefield tour roads are open dawn until dusk. 757 898-2410. visit www.nps.gov/colo.

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SMITHFIELD Smithfield hosts many significant sites, such as St. Luke’s Church (circa 1632) and Fort Boykin (circa 1623). The Isle of Wight Museum focuses on the area’s history. The Smithfield Inn (circa 1752) Bed & Breakfast once paid host to George Washington. The town has a number of antique and specialty shops, many on Main Street and in the Historic District. (800) 3659339. www.visitsmithfieldisleofwight.com SURRY COUNTY Chippokes Plantation State Park, Route 634. 757 294-3625. Smith’s Fort Plantation is located on Route 31 near the ferry slip. Open Fri.-Sat, 10-5; Sun. 12-5 March through December. 757 294-3872. Bacon’s Castle, located at 465 Bacon’s Castle Trail is open March through December, Fridays and Saturdays 10 am-5 pm and Sundays noon- 5 pm. Each month the Castle holds a special event. Inquire or follow on Facebook for more details. 757 357-5976 Edwards Virginia Ham Shoppe 11381 Rolfe Hwy. 757-220-6618. Retail store open Mon.-Sat., 9 am-6 pm; Sun., noon-5 pm. Check out our new second location at 5541-C Richmond Road, next to Premium Outlets in Williamsburg.

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Holiday Gifts for or the Naughty or the Nice!

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Operating Hours Monday - Saturday: 9 AM - 5:30 PM Sunday: 11AM - 5:30 PM Museum admission is not required for store purchases

Give the Gift of Membership Memberships to The Mariners’ Museum and Park make great gifts that keep giving all year long!

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ABBY ALDRICH ROCKEFELLER FOLK ART MUSEUM Exhibits feature paintings, whirligigs, weather vanes, carvings, toys, embroideries and other folk works representing many diverse cultural traditions and geographic regions. The collection includes items dating from the 1720s to the present. Hours of operation vary seasonally. 757 220-7724. www.history.org.

BASSETT HALL A two-story, 18thcentury frame house on 585 acres near the colonial Capitol building, was the Williamsburg home of Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller Jr. during the mid-1930s and 1940s. The property also includes a teahouse and three original outbuildings—a smokehouse, kitchen and dairy. Located at 522 E. Francis St. Hours of operation vary seasonally. 855-296-6627, www.history.org DEWITT WALLACE DECORATIVE ARTS MUSEUM Houses a collection of British and American decorative arts dating from 1600 through 1830. Includes the world’s largest collection of Virginia furniture, large collections of Southern, British and American furniture and the largest collection of English pottery outside England. Features 15 galleries as well as an auditorium and a café. Hours of operation vary seasonally. 757 220-7724. www.history.org.

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HISTORIC ST. LUKE’S CHURCH See examples of early Colonial and English artifacts housed in America’s oldest original Gothic church. The circa 1632 church is home to a rare 1630 English chamber organ. The interior of the church reflects medieval and Jacobean design. Located in Smithfield, Va. Open for tours Apr.-Oct., Daily 9:30 a.m.–5 p.m., Sun. 1–5 p.m..; Dec.-Mar., Daily 9:30 a.m.–4 p.m.; Sun. 1–4 p.m. 757 357-3367. www.historicstlukes.org.

THE MARINERS’ MUSEUM AND PARK The Mariners’ Museum, America’s National Maritime Museum, has over 35,000 maritime artifacts and is home to the USS

Monitor Center, which includes the Civil War Ironclad’s iconic gun turret. The Museum is located on a 550-acre park featuring a 5-mile nature trail and lake. 100 Museum Drive, Newport News. 757 596-2222 MarinersMuseum.org MUSCARELLE MUSEUM OF ART AT COLLEGE OF WILLIAM & MARY Features American art by artists including, Georgia O’Keeffe, Jacob Lawrence, Mary Cassatt, Rembrant Peale, and John Singleton Copley and European paintings by artists such as Henri Matisse, Jean Dufy, and Pablo Picasso, and changing exhibitions. On Jamestown Road

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THE VIRGINIA MUSICAL MUSEUM displays the history of music in Virginia. A collection of antique nickelodeons, music boxes, phonographs, organs and pianos with Virginia history. The Virginia Music Artist collection is the largest in the museum including Patsy Cline, Wayne Newton, Ella Fitzgerald, Bruce Hornsby, Gene Vincent, Roy Clark and many more. 6316 Richmond Rd., Williamsburg, VA 23188, at Rte. 199, Exit 234A off I-64.

757 303-5907. virginiamusicalmuseum.com WATERMEN’S MUSEUM Tells the story of Virginia’s watermen who have worked the rivers and tributaries of the Chesapeake Bay and harvested its abundant products. Located on Water Street under the Coleman Bridge in Yorktown. The gift shop features a wide variety of works by local artists, nautical books and gifts. Open April-Thanksgiving, Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sun., 1–5 p.m., closed on Mon. Thanksgiving-March, weekends only. 757 8872641. www.watermens.org YORK COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM Exhibits spanning the centuries of York County history. The Chiskiack Watch Archaeological Collection contains artifacts from Native Americans and colonial to modern times.

Also, a self-guided 20th century exhibit hall on York County History. Open April-December.

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Call for hours or group tours. Closed Mon. Free admission. 757 890-4910. www.yorkcounty.gov/ychm.

GALLERIES A TOUCH OF EARTH Original work handcrafted by Studio artisans in Virginia and the U.S.A. Representing work in clay, metal, wood, glass,fiber and paintings.Owned by ceramic artists, Lianne Lurie and Paul Pittman.

Open Sun.–Sat. 6580 Richmond Rd., Williamsburg. 757 565-0425. email: atouchofearth@verizon.net.

ATouchOfEarthGallery.com ART-CADE GALLERY OF ART Features traditional artwork including Disney, Dr. Seuss and Greenwich Workshop. A recognized source for limited edition prints, original sport and comic cartoons, vintage war posters, art books and folk art. Seasonal showroom hours and by appointment.

Williamsburg Office Park, 1321 Jamestown Rd, Ste 204. 757 565-7424. www.artcadeonline.com COLONIAL FOLK ART STUDIO & GALLERY Selling vintage & contemporary folk art in various media by local & regional artists.

Purveyors of antiquated books, maps, lithographs & engravings. Ceramics & mixed-media classes & open studio with wheels & kilns onsite. Extended hours Wed. & Fri. Bookbinding & restoration onsite. 110 Bacon Ave. Williamsburg. 757 941-8926; e-mail create@colonialfolkart.gallery. www.colonialfolkart.gallery

Good® merchandise. The Shops at High Street.

1430 High Street #790, Williamsburg. 757 6454366 www.kinksandquirks.com STICK, STONE AND BONE has wonderful gifts to soothe body, mind and spirit with a delightful blend of tumbled stones, sterling jewelry, votives, sage & dreamcatchers. We also have antique and vintage heirlooms. Come in... be surprised...discover your secret treasure.1675 Richmond Rd, Williamsburg 757 258-8810 THE TRIMBLE COLLECTION The gallery features over 250 pieces of beautiful, original, contemporary European, Asian & American Art in traditional & classic 18th, 19th, & 20th century styles. Tom, a Master Framer, with over 40 years of experience custom builds every frame & is renowned for his restoration expertise. The Village Shops at Kingsmill, 757-220-3456 www.trimblecollection.com THE WILLIAMSBURG SCHOOL OF NEEDLEWORK Our studio creates fine hand embroidered monograms in the classical European tradition. Using authentic vintage monogram patterns, initials, and embellishments, our Williamsburg trained hand embroiderers create beautiful authentic personal monograms.

In the same tradition, we create fine hand hemstitched linens.

GALLERY AT YORK HALL Art Gallery featuring works of local artists for exhibit and sale and a variety of themed revolving exhibits Apr. -Dec., Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and Sun., 1-4 p.m. closed Mon. Limited winter hours Jan.-Mar. Free admission. Also available is area information including maps, brochures, and more. 301 Main Street, located on the corner of Main and Ballard Streets, Yorktown. 757 890-4490. www.visityorktown.org NEW TOWN ART GALLERY Showcases the unique work of local artists.. Original paintings, prints, giclees, cards, sculpture and jewelry. Open Tues.-Sat. 11-6 and Sun. 12-5, or by appointment. 5140 Main Street, New Town, Williamsburg. (opposite Opus 9). 757 229-5140. www.newtownartgallery.com PRINCE GEORGE ART & FRAME Contemporary gallery of original art, exhibits local and regional artists. Also featured are fine North American craft artisans. Prince George is also well known locally for its fine custom framing. Features changing shows of original art. 107 Colony Square Shopping Center, Jamestown Rd. 757 229-7644. www.WilliamsburgArt.com QUIRKS OF ART A Unique. Fun. Whimsical. Gallery & Gift Shop offering handcrafted works from over 400 artisans throughout the USA, jewelry, pottery, clocks, blown & fused glass, Sticks® furniture, local art and Life is WILLIAMSBURG MAGAZINE / DECEMBER 2015

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The Christmas Homes Tour: A different side of Colonial Williamsburg

By Heather Bridges

In filling historical homes with floral decorations, the Christmas Homes Tour poses an interesting juxtaposition of permanence and transience, the long-standing and the ever-changing.

Presented by the Green Spring Garden Club, Inc., the annual Christmas Homes Tour returns for its 56th year on Dec. 5.

On this tour, experience a side of Colonial Williamsburg’s Revolutionary City rarely seen. The six homes on the tour are private homes. Each will be adorned, inside and out, with fresh floral arrangements—more than 300 in total.

Coke-Garrett House, at 465 E. Nicholson St., was constructed between the late 1750s and 1837. When John D. Rockefeller first began restoring Colonial Williamsburg, this house was one of more than 90 colonial buildings that had survived.

Though originally constructed in the 18th century, Russell House on 403 E. Duke of Gloucester St. was reconstructed from 1948-1949. The interior is dotted with antiques inherited by the current residents.

At 401 E. Duke of Gloucester St., Prentis House underwent reconstruction in 1939, though originally built in the 18th century. Joyce Houff, Green Spring’s philanthropy chair, said the tour is the first time in many years the house will open to the public.

William Waters House on 311 E. Duke of Gloucester St., named for a wealthy planter who owned several plantations, was built in the early 1700s and reconstructed in 1942.

When John D. Rockefeller first began Colonial Williamsburg’s restoration, he made his first purchase of historic property with Ludwell-Paradise House at 207 E. Duke of Gloucester St. Lastly, Grissell Hay Lodging House on 101 W. Nicholson St., constructed in the middle of the 18th century, retains original rough-hewn framing and much of its Georgian trim.

The tour provides “an opportunity to see behind the scenes…what some of the homes look like, interior architectural features,” Houff said. “As well as inspiration with the holiday decorations.”

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Green Spring collaborated with other community garden clubs to arrange the decorations, many of which stay true to colonial-era decorations.

Founded in 1956, the Green Spring Garden Club promotes gardening, horticultural education and community beautification.

As the club’s sole fundraiser, monies raised from Christmas Homes Tour are funneled into supporting several philanthropic projects, including contributions to Sentara Hospital and scholarships to Virginia Tech, William and Mary, Christopher Newport University and Nature Camp.

The club also helps fund beautification and garden restoration projects throughout Colonial Williamsburg.

Other contributions include to the Williamsburg Botanical Garden, Hospice House, Jamestown Foundation and Latisha’s House.

Green Spring suggests wearing flat walking shoes on the tour, as a courtesy and a safety precaution. No interior photography will be allowed, nor will cell phone use, smoking, backpacks or pets.

Tickets are available at the Colonial Williamsburg Regional Visitor Center and Williamsburg Lodge from 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Dec. 4 and 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Dec. 5. Tickets are also available at each house location on the day of the tour. Cash and checks only.

For more information, visit greenspringgardenclub.org.

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A Handy Guide

to the Holidays

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Holiday events pack the December calendar in Greater Williamsburg. Make memories and establish traditions at these special holiday events, from a toyland parade to a candlelight tour.

Christmas Tree Lighting A tradition since 1945, lighting festivities include a 7 p.m. performance by The Fifes and Drums of York Town, procession of lights through the historic village and the arrival of Santa and Mrs. Claus. Free.

When: 7:30 p.m., Dec. 4 Where: Freight Shed, 331 Water St., Yorktown Contact: 890-3500 James River Plantation’s ‘A Candlelight Christmas’ Enjoy a candlelight tour of Edgewood, Shirley and Berkeley Plantations, witnessing Christmas celebrations through four centuries of history. Ticket required.

When: 2:30 and 3:30 p.m., Dec. 5, 10, 19 and 26 Where: Tour begins at Shirley Plantation, 501 Shirley Plantation Road Contact: 804-829-2962 Christmas Market on Main Market features arts and crafts vendors, musical entertainment and a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus. Free.

When: 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Dec. 5 Where: York Hall, 301 Main St., Yorktown Contact: 890-3500 Berkeley Plantation Christmas Wreath Workshop & Tour Tour the 1726 manor house, decorated with wreaths cut from Berkeley’s boxwood, cedar and holly trees. Then, create your own Berkeley wreath. Ticket required.

When: 1 p.m., Dec. 5 Where: 12602 Harrison Landing Road, Charles City Contact: 804-829-6018

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Yorktown Lighted Boat Parade Enjoy a floating parade of lights along the Yorktown waterfront, as well as caroling around a beach bonfire, musical performances and complimentary hot cider.

Free.

When: 7-9 p.m., Dec. 5 Where: Riverwalk Landing, 331 Water St., Yorktown Contact: 890-4970 Cookies with Santa at York Hall Children and parents can visit with Santa, enjoy tasty treats and shop for holiday gifts in the Gallery at York Hall. Free.

When: 1-4 p.m., Dec. 6 Where: York Hall, 301 Main St., Yorktown Contact: 890-4490 “At Christmas be Merry” An early Virginia Christmas celebration including Sir George Yeardley (Virginia’s governor in 1620), carols in the historic church, a bonfire and firing of the Christmas guns. Reservations required.

When: Dec. 12 Where: Historic Jamestowne, 1368 Colonial Parkway, Jamestown Contact: 856-1250 Toyland Parade in Historic Yorktown The Fifes and Drums of York Town will lead the parade, with appearances from Santa and Mrs. Claus and even the Polar Express. Free.

When: 1-3 p.m., Dec. 12 Where: Riverwalk Landing, 331 Water St., Yorktown Contact: 890-3500 Breakfast with Santa Join Santa and Mrs. Claus for a kid-friendly breakfast. Ticket required.

When: 8:30-11 a.m., Dec. 12 Where: Riverwalk Restaurant, 323 Water St., Yorktown Contact: 875-1522

Caroling in the Revolutionary City Join a holiday sing-along in the streets of the colonial capital. Free.

When: 6 p.m., Dec. 11, 13, 1718 at the Coffeehouse porch; Dec. 14-16, 21-22 at the Courthouse Where: Colonial Williamsburg Colonial Christmas at Berkeley Learn how the Harrison family celebrated Christmas in the 18th century with caroling, Christmas stories, decorations and refreshments. Ticket required.

When: 1-2 p.m., Dec. 12 Where: Berkeley Plantation, 12602 Harrison Landing Road, Charles City Contact: 804-829-6018 “A Christmas Carol” Experience a fast-and-fun 30-minute street theatre retelling of Charles Dickens’ classic tale, presented by the Virginia Theatre Machine. Free.

When: Various times throughout Dec. 4-6, 12-13 and 19-20 Where: Merchants Square, Williamsburg First Night Williamsburg Check out a family-oriented, non-alcoholic community celebration to ring in the new year. Entertainment includes singers, magicians, storytellers, band, puppeteers and more. Admission required.

When: Dec. 31 Where: Various locations throughout the City of Williamsburg and the campus of William and Mary Contact: 258-5153

Market will feature holiday greens and food products. Free.

When: 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Dec. 12 and 19 Where: Merchants Square

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By Heather Bridges

The joyful, warm-hearted feeling that accompanies the holiday season is timeless. But the ways in which Christmas spirit manifested looked a little different 400 years ago.

From Dec. 1, 2015 to Jan. 3, 2016, “A Colonial Christmas” at Jamestown Settlement and Yorktown Victory Center allows visitors a glimpse into holiday traditions from 17th and 18th centuries.

In 17th-century England, the holiday season largely revolved around merriment and feasting.

Jamestown Settlement will host showings of holiday film “A Jamestown Christmas,” comparing and contrasting these English traditions with holiday celebrations in America’s first permanent English colony.

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Daily tours of the settlement’s outdoor living-history areas, at 11 a.m., 1 and 3 p.m., will explore the colony’s early years. Visitors will also learn about the English colonists’ Christmas at sea in 1606, and the hospitality of the Powhatan Indians toward Captain John Smith during a winter storm in 1608.

In the settlement’s fort, visitors will find decorated wattle-and-daub buildlings, as well as cooking demonstrations.

The Lord of Misrule will make appearances in the fort at 11 a.m. and 2:30 p.m., Dec. 5-6 and 19-31.

In English holiday tradition, the Lord of Misrule was appointed to preside over Christmas games, revelry and mischief.

Head over to Yorktown Victory Center for a different holiday perspective. Here, visitors to the Con-

tinental Army encampment can witness camp life in winter, hearing accounts of Christmas during the war.

Also at the encampment, help the quartermaster prepare military supplies or watch artillery demonstrations, at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. daily.

The center’s Revolution-period farmhouse, decked in Christmas greenery, offers the setting for historical interpreters to discuss and demonstrate 18th-century holiday traditions. Demonstrations include setting a farmhouse table for a holiday feast, open-hearth cooking and candle-dipping.

To take a piece of history home, satisfy holiday shopping lists at the museum gift shops. The shops offer books, prints, museum reproductions, educational toys, games and souvenirs reminscent of the 17th and 18th centuries.

Admission to both Jamestown Settlement and Yorktown Victory Center is free to residents of James City County, York County and the City of Williamsburg, including College of William and Mary students, with proof of residency.

For more information, visit historyisfun.org/ jamestown-settlement/a-colonial-christmas.

Jamestown Settlement visitors can enjoy period musical entertainment during “A Colonial Christmas” on Dec. 20-24, Dec. 26-31 and Jan. 2-4.

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Jamestown Settlement Hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily Location: 2110 Jamestown Road, Williamsburg Tickets: $16.75 for adults, $7.75 for ages 6-12 Yorktown Victory Center Hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily Location: 200 State Route 1020, Yorktown Tickets: $9.75 for adults, $5.50 for ages 6-12 Combination tickets to both museums: $21 for adults, $10.50 for ages 6-12.

at left: In the Yorktown Victory Center’s 1780s farmhouse, a historical interpreter decorates a holiday table. at right: The Yorktown Victory Center farm will show periodic candle-dipping demonstrations during “A Colonial Christmas.”

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Year-round cheer at Smithfield’s

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By Heather Bridges

The Christmas Store in Smithfield offers an escape.

Open the wreath-adorned front door and, with a jingle of bells, you’re transported into a world of all things Christmas. A place where time slows, worries dissipate and spirits lift.

“We don’t get grumpy customers,” owner Jim Abicht said. In fact, some customers have told Abicht they visit the store just to cheer up.

Since 1994, The Christmas Store has offered holiday ornaments, trinkets, decorations and year-round cheer to visitors from far and wide.

The store’s success, however, wasn’t something Abicht could have predicted 21 years ago.

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Abicht and his wife, Elaine, avidly collected antique Christmas items. At the time, Abicht also traveled around selling antiques. He encountered other Christmas collectors, including those who owned Christmas businesses. Soon, the Abichts decided to start their own.

Abicht said it made no sense to open such a niche business in a small town. But the Abichts wanted the store in Smithfield.

“I think it’s the coolest town in the world,” Abicht said. He’s lived in Smithfield since 1975.

Locals seemed to think the same of the store. It grew. And it kept growing, from a 600-square-foot space to its current 5,500-square-foot building.

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The store stocks indoor Christmas decorations, from ornaments to Santas to Nativity scenes. There are eclectic items for every preference and pocketbook.

One wall is entirely covered in figural glass Christmas ornaments—over 1,000 styles, in fact.

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The store is open throughout the year, seven days a week, and it carries decorations for every holiday, as well as gift items.

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Figure skating champion Elvis Stojko describes his sport as “a positive drug,” a burst of adrenaline that gets in your body and makes you fly.

“No matter how many shows I do, no two moments are ever alike,” Stojko said. “There is always something new and exciting about each performance and each audience. It’s an amazing ride.”

Stojko’s ride will be the newest attraction at Busch Gardens in Williamsburg this winter, as the threetime world champion and two-time Olympic silver medalist will star in a daily show at the Royal Palace Theatre as part of the theme park’s Christmas Town.

Stojko’s show, titled “‘Twas That Night” will open, along with the rest of Christmas Town, Nov. 27 and run through Jan.3.

Stojko was a groundbreaking skater, winning world championships in 1994, ‘95 and ‘97 and pushing the boundaries of athleticism in the sport at a time when judges were more impressed by technical virtuosity. That style made him a major fan favorite when he moved on to professional shows.

Sandra Bezic, who will direct the show for Busch Gardens, said she is looking forward to working with one of the most popular and successful skaters in the history of the sport.

“It’s exciting to me to be working with Elvis,” she said. “He has really pushed himself as a performing artist and an entertainer. He is as good as any skater has ever been at connecting with an audience.”

Busch Gardens spokesman Kevin Crossett said “‘Twas That Night” will be a 25-minute show that will have elements of visual storytelling. He

said Stojko will do two to four shows per night. Stojko’s wife, figure skater Gladys Orozco, also will be in the show.

Stojko, 43, said his legs have held up well through the rigors of his long competitive and professional career.

“The martial arts have really helped my balance, and that saves wear and tear on the knees and hips and ankles,” Stojko said in a phone interview. “I have always searched for my own style, a style of skating that reflects who I truly was. I pushed the envelope athletically, and I still try to do that today.” “‘Twas That Night” will be produced by the same team that created the popular Busch Gardens stage shows “London Rocks” and “Scrooge No More.” It will be built around a story inspired by the famous poem “A Visit from St. Nicholas,” better known by its first line “‘Twas the night before Christmas …”

Stojko says he is “an adrenaline junkie” who recently got into racing high-performance go-karts. He said he is looking forward to the challenge of doing a daily show at Busch Gardens.

“I have always tried to do stuff that was a little edgier, and stuff that fit my personality,” Stojko said. “If you march to the beat of your own drummer, people will appreciate it.

What I do on the ice is genuine. It’s me. I can’t wait to share it with a new audience at Busch Gardens.”

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By Heather Bridges

When you think of Christmas or Thanksgiving, you think of parades, said Patrick Quinn, communications specialist for the Greater Williamsburg Chamber and Tourism Alliance.

“Having our own parade is a great way to kick off the season,” Quinn said.

And this season’s parade is even more special.

Because this year, the Williamsburg Christmas Parade celebrates 50 years.

The “Our Golden Christmas” parade begins at 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 5.

Presented each year by the Chamber and Tourism Alliance, the parade first occurred in 1965 with the idea of bringing the community together at the start of the holiday season.

Fifty years later, thousands of attendees, both tourists and locals, flock to watch a parade of around 100 units from around the community. Organizers anticipate as many as 8,000 attendees for the 2015 parade.

“It has been truly, truly an event that the community has grasped,” said Naomi Flythe. “They take it real seriously, although it’s a fun time.” A service representative at the Chamber and Tourism Alliance, Flythe heads the parade’s organization.

In homage to the parade’s history, organizers asked the 2015 parade participants to represent themes from each of the past parades, from a patriotic Christmas to Toyland. They also invited grand marshals of the past 49 years to join the golden parade.

The 100 parade units include an array of community members, including marching bands, civic organizations, commercial groups, nonprofits and churches.

Flythe said the parade represents “the community itself just coming to support each other, really.”

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floats. Flythe said this has been an initiative over the past four years, with float numbers increasing from 30 to 60.

This year’s parade is also special for another reason—the route is reversed.

The parade’s starting point in previous years has been Duke of Gloucester Street. But because of the new ice skating rink installed on the street, this year’s parade will start at William and Mary Hall, its previous ending point.

Following its start at William and Mary, the 2015 parade will progress down Richmond Road, through the first block of Duke of Gloucester Street, making a right on Henry Street, crossing over Francis Street and dispersing on Nassau and Henry Streets.

Flythe stressed that the parade’s route is essentially the same, just reversed.

In the end, it’s still the beloved parade that, for 50 years, has flourished in a mission “to bring the community together, open up the Christmas season for Williamsburg,” Flythe said.

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Each type of Christmas tree grown at MillFarm has a distinct personality.

The soft-needled White Pine, the sturdy Norway Spruce, the clean Leyland Cyprus, the citrus-scented Arizona Blue Ice—Mary Apperson described each type, as she trekked through the farm’s rows of trees.

She knows them like old friends.

The Apperson family treats customers like old friends, too. Because a visit to MillFarm Christmas Trees, a choose-and-cut Christmas tree farm, is as much about the experience as it is about finding the perfect tree.

“It’s just a good, old-fashioned family event,” Apperson said.

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MillFarm is a family operation, through and through. Apperson’s husband Bill, a forester by trade, started growing Christmas trees around 30 years ago on the farm that has been in his family for over 150 years.

Today, the Appersons, along with their children and grandchildren, run the farm, which grows between 8,000 and 10,000 Christmas trees. They replant about 2,000 trees each year.

Visitors can walk the fields and choose a tree any day, anytime after Halloween, marking the chosen tree however they wish.

“People get fairly creative,” Apperson said. She’s seen trees tagged with everything from a wristwatch to crime scene tape.

White Pine, Leyland Cypress, Norway Spruce,

three types of Cedar—the various types offer an aroma, size or shade for any family’s preference.

The most popular tree is usually the hypoallergenic Leyland Cypress, which doesn’t shed needles. But Apperson loves the distinct citrus scent of the Arizone Blue Ice. The trees cost $5 to $7 per foot, depending on the type.

MillFarm accepts cash or check only.

Customers can return any weekend after Thanksgiving to claim their tree. The Appersons will cut it down and help get the tree to the car.

“You can’t get one any fresher,” Apperson said.

While at the farm, families can grab coffee, hot chocolate, cookies and warm up by a wood stove.

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wreaths, crafted from farm-grown plants.

There’s just something about “the whole personable experience of getting to pick the tree,” Apperson said.

“It’s such a fast-paced, busy world,” Apperson said. “People gravitate toward convenience.”

But taking a a few hours to wander the farm, to choose a tree, to watch as it’s cut down, to strap it to your car and raise it in your home—then, it’s not just any tree.

“This is your tree,” Apperson said.

For more information, find MillFarm Christmas Trees & Berryy Farm on Facebook or call 5662035.

The National Christmas Tree Association lists several tips on caring for farm-grown Christmas trees at realchristmastrees.org.

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The Virginia Regional Ballet will take the stage this December for its annual performance of “The Nutcracker”—a tradition that’s lasted more than three decades.

The shows will take place Dec. 12 at 2 and 7:30 and Dec. 13 at 2. All performances take place at the College of William & Mary’s Phi Beta Kappa Memorial Hall.

“These are the only performances of ‘The Nutcracker’ in the area,” Artistic Director of the Regional Ballet Heidi Robitshek said.

Robitshek has been involved with “The Nutcracker” performances since the first one in 1984.

She now choreographs and manages much of the production.

She said “The Nutcracker” is one of her favorite ballets and one that she’s performed several times in her career. She never gets tired of it.

The ballet first debuted in the late 19th century and is set to a score by the Russian composer Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky. The events of the ballet chronicle a little girl’s magical Christmas Eve night, so the ballet is usually performed during the holiday season.

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from the regional ballet, whose ages range from 6 to seniors in high school.

“Having the guest dancers is always great. The students have someone they can look up to and share the stage with,” Adelle Carpenter, studio director of the Virginia Regional Ballet, said.

Carpenter performed in the first local performance of “The Nutcracker” in 1984 and now works alongside her mentor, Robitshek, to put on the production.

As an instructor, she feels a great amount of pride watching her students develop; many of them perform in “The Nutcracker” every December for several years.

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By Heather Bridges

For Lance Smith, portraying Santa involves much more than donning a costume.

“It’s not about the beard,” he said. “Anybody can put a suit on.”

But embodying and radiating the spirit of Santa—“that’s really what it’s all about,” Smith said.

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An entertainer at heart, Smith comes from a background of 40 years as a magician. He said he’ll use a few tricks, here and there, to enhance Santa’s mystery and magic.

But most of the magic comes from Smith’s conception of Santa.

“I try to portray Santa as closely as I think that Santa would be,” he said.

In Smith’s mind, Santa encapsulates love, acceptance, and empathy. He’s “there for that moment for what they need.” Whether that need is a kind word, a smile, or simply to be noticed. Smith has a way of stretching a moment of interaction, however limited, into a priceless memory.

“I have a very definite idea of Santa’s love,” Smith said.

As he spends mornings posing for photos in a one horse open sleigh at the William and Mary Bookstore, or as he wanders Merchants Square during afternoons, Smith greets as many people as he can. He said he has talked to people from all over the world.

But there’s a special place in his heart for entertaining kids, and the kids love him.

“If I can get a child to play with me, I’ve made a new friend,” he said.

Smith said children often ask fascinating and, thanks to Google, tough questions. So behind his joking, jovial demeanor is an extensive understanding of the history of Santa Claus. continued on page 47

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While in the bookstore, Smith dresses as the modern “Coca-Cola Santa,” who lives in the North Pole, drives a reindeer-led sleigh and wears a red suit.

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No matter the version, Smith said one thing you can’t do while wearing the Santa suit is promise anything.

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entertainment guide Compiled by Heather Bridges Please refer to various articles with more details about some events or view the calendar listings at www.vagazette.com The following is a partial list of some of the area cultural offerings for the month.

ART WILLIAMSBURG CONTEMPORARY ART CENTER N. Boundary Street Through Dec. 18 Susannah Raines-Haddad, Artisan Show Upstairs Gallery: Winter, Landscapes and Seascapes 229-4949 or www.visitWCAC.org MUSCARELLE MUSEUM OF ART, COLLEGE OF WILLIAM & MARY Through Jan. 17 Italian Baroque: Paintings from the Haukohl Family Collection.

Hours 10 a.m.-5 p.m., TuesdayFriday; noon-4 p.m. Saturday-Sunday.

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WILLIAMSBURG CHORAL GUILD Christmas with the Choral Guild 2 p.m. and 5 p.m., Dec. 13 King of Glory Lutheran Church 220-1808 or williamsburgchoralguild.org WILLIAMSBURG WOMEN’S CHORUS Winter Concert 7:30 p.m., Dec. 18 1014 Jamestown Road 564-7875 or williamsburgwomenschorus.org CANTORI CHORAL ENSEMBLE 10th Anniversary Christmas Concert 5 p.m., Dec. 6 Walnut Hills Baptist Church 345-6355 or cantoriwilliamsburg.org VIRGINIA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA Holiday Brass 8 p.m., Dec. 17 Phi Beta Kappa Hall 892-6366 or virginiasymphony.org

DANCE VIRGINIA REGIONAL BALLET The Nutcracker 2 and 7:30 p.m., Dec. 12; 2 p.m., Dec. 13 Phi Beta Kappa Memorial Hall 229-2553 or dancevrb.com

WILLIAMSBURG SYMPHONIA Holiday Pops Concert 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. each day, Dec. 5 and 6 Kimball Theatre 229-9857 or williamsburgsymphonia.org 52

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New Town Cinema 12, Kimball Theatre and Movie Tavern offer movies. Check www.regmovies.com for New Town, www.history.org for Kimball and www.movietavern.com. Movies expected for release in December according to www.firstshowing.net.

DECEMBER 4 Krampus DECEMBER 11 In the Heart of the Sea DECEMBER 18 Sisters Star Wars: The Force Awakens

MUSIC THE CHAMBER MUSIC SOCIETY OF WILLIAMSBURG Boston Piano Trio 8 p.m., Dec. 8 Williamsburg Library Theatre 220-0051 or www.chambermusicwilliamsburg.org

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DECEMBER 23 Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Road Chip

THEATRE WILLIAMSBURG PLAYERS Christmas with Santa 11 a.m., Dec. 5 James-York Playhouse 229-0431 or williamsburgplayers.org

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Thank you for voting us one of “The Best of Williamsburg.” Hours: Mon-Sat 10am5pm. Richmond Rd in the Pavillion Shops 757 220-1661. www.sugarandspiceconsignmentboutique.com THE VINTAGE RABBIT HOME DÉCOR & CONSIGNMENT. We consign quality furniture and home décor, and are dedicated to making your consignment or purchase a pleasant one. 240 McLaws Circle, Suite 117. Marketplace Shops at Kingsmill. 757 903-4083.

WEST POINT ANTIQUES Seven blocks down Main Street in historic West Point, you’ll find a diverse array of antiques and collectibles. Over 35 dealers. Our 4,000 sq.ft. shop showcases antiques, retro items, glassware, china, furniture, and more. Open daily. 706 Main St. I-64 Exit 220, West Point. 804 843-4369.

WILLIAMSBURG ANTIQUES MALL One of Eastern Virginia’s largest antique centers, featuring 45,000 square feet of space & 300+ dealers. A one-story facility with easy handicap accessibility. La Petite Tea Room. Centrally located just off the Route 199 Bypass near the Pottery Factory and outlet centers. Open Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., Noon-5 p.m. Visa and MasterCard accepted. 500 Lightfoot Rd.,Rt. 646. 757 565-3422. www.antiqueswilliamsburg.com

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area events

Light up the Night

By Heather Bridges

Over the years, Colonial Williamsburg’s Grand Illumination may have varied in size and execution. But one thing has never changed: the presence of light.

The first “authentic” recreation of Christmas in Colonial Williamsburg occurred in 1935, according to “CW Chronology” from the Colonial Williamsburg Archives. This included candles lit in building windows and greenery decorating building exteriors.

In 1940, this was designated “White Lighting,” a city-wide community celebration. This would eventually become “Grand Illumination” in 1959.

Now a long-standing tradition, Grand Illumination officially kicks off Colonial Williamsburg’s holiday season, drawing thousands to the Revolutionary City for entertainment and fireworks.

This year’s spectacle will occur throughout Sunday, Dec. 6, with live entertainment starting at 5 p.m. and fireworks launching at 7 p.m.

Planning is a year-round process, said Tim Sutphin, Director of Revolutionary City Programs. Sutphin has led planning for Grand Illumination for over 20 years.

The event’s creation requires the brains and efforts of hundreds of Colonial Williamsburg employees. “It’s a cross-foundational initiative,” Sutphin said.

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four stages, a Fifes and Drums performance and, of course, the much-anticipated fireworks show.

These fireworks are a little different: “They’re not the traditional ‘high up in the sky’ fireworks,” Sutphin said.

The Grand Illumination fireworks launch simultaneously from multiple locations throughout the Revolutionary City.

“You can be anywhere and see a terrific fireworks show,” Sutphin said.

Sutphin advises guests to arrive early. Not only to grab a good spot in front of a stage, but to enjoy the entertainment available throughout the day.

Starting at 10:30 a.m., tours, dining, live music and shopping will occur throughout a Revolutionary City decked in natural decorations. Check out a live auction at the Market House in the afternoon.

For some indoor options, check out a special Illumination Feast at the Williamsburg Lodge or A Grand Medley of Entertainments at the Kimball Theatre in the evening.

Patience is key, Sutphin said, especially when leaving. There may be a crowd trying to get home, so hang out in the Revolutionary City for a bit. “Grab some cider and warm your hands by one of the bonfires,” Sutphin said.

In fact, that time might hold the night’s most magical moments. As people slowly roll away, some linger, basking in the glow of Duke of Gloucester Street.

“There’s that magical feel with the cressets still burning,” Sutphin said.

“It’s just a very jovial, good way to start your holiday season.”

Colonial Williamsburg singleday admission tickets are $40.99 for adults and $20.49 for children ages 6-12. Other admission options are available.

Park at the Colonial Williamsburg Regional Visitor Center at 101 Visitor Center Drive.

From 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m., shuttle buses will run every half hour from the center to all regular stops in the Revolutionary City. From 5:30-6:45 p.m., an express shuttle will run only from the center to the Palace stop. From 6:45-9:30 p.m., no shuttles will run. Shuttles resume regular service from 9:30-10 p.m.

For more information, visit colonialwilliamsburg.com/holidays/ grand-illumination.

Schedule of Events on Dec. 6: 10:30 a.m.-8:15 p.m.—Guided tours, dining events, live music and shopping throughout the Revolutionary City 1 p.m.—Market House live auction begins 3:30 p.m.—Illumination Feast and Festivities at Williamsburg Lodge 5 p.m.—Candles lit in public buildings, homes 5 p.m.—Entertainment begins on outdoor stages at Palace Green, Market Square, Gaol and the Capitol 6:45 p.m.—Fifes and Drums play Grand Tattoo 7 p.m.—Fireworks at Governor’s Palace, Market Square and the Capitol 8 p.m.—Grand Medley of Entertainments at Kimball Theatre

at left: Grand Illumination fireworks over the Capitol.

Photo courtesy of the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation

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Holly Shields:

Master at her craft

By Adrienne Mayfield

Being a master craftsman isn’t always easy when you’re a woman.

When Holly Shields opened the Master Craftsmen Shop in 1982, she wasn’t an experienced silver smith.

Shields had a vision of selling hand-crafted jewelry, but there were people that doubted her abilities.

She remembers one silver smith who told her she shouldn’t even try – he would do the dirty work for her.

But that’s just not how Shields rolls.

With a lot of grit and determination, she began learning by watching people around her, including a female silver smith who taught her how to make rings.

“It’s called sink or swim,” Shields said, adding that she wouldn’t have been able to afford the shop if she didn’t learn how to craft the jewelry herself.

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“They’re timeless,” Shields said. “It’s really nice to know that there’s so many people over so many years who have gotten bracelets (and) still have them.”

She also sells silver and pewter collectibles, like ring boxes, cake cutters, engraved baby rattles and Christmas ornaments, which are not crafted on site.

Customer Carol Evans said she comes to the shop to buy engraved items that commemorate once-in-a-life-time events. She also loves the Master Craftsmen line of jewelry, and recently bought a bracelet made to match one she got 25 years ago.

“They’re timeless. They’re very classic,” Evans said.

The Master Craftsmen Shop is open Monday – Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The shop is located at 221 N. Boundary, Williamsburg.

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SERVICES Eastern Virginia School for Performing Arts..757-229-8535 Greater Williamsburg Tourist Information Center..757-220-3330 The Hair Company.......……………………....757-220-5770 Hairy Situations…………………………….....757-253-0345 Sentara Family Medicine Physicians & Sentara Therapy Services…………...............................757-984-9900

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worship BRUTON PARISH EPISCOPAL CHURCH 331 Duke of Gloucester Street, Williamsburg www.brutonparish.org (757) 229-2891 Sunday Worship: 7:30am, 9:15am, 11:15am & 5:30pm Sunday School (10:30am) & Nursery (8:30am-12:30pm) Noonday Prayer (Mon.-Sat.); Holy Eucharist (11am Wed.) CHRISTIAN SCIENCE CHURCH 620 Jamestown Road, Williamsburg, VA Services and Sunday School: 11am, Wednesday: 7:30pm Public Reading Room- 626 Jamestown Rd. (757)229-3805 Sun. Radio: 790AM (WNIS)-8:05am; 740AM (WMBG)-10am www.christiansciencewilliamsburg.org FAITH BAPTIST CHURCH 4107 Rochambeau Drive- (757) 566-0456 SS: 9:30am; Sun. services: 10:30am & 6:00pm Wed.: Bible Study & Prayer meeting: 7:00pm Nursery provided-all services www.FaithBaptistWilliamsburg.org HICKORY NECK EPISCOPAL CHURCH 8300 Richmond Rd, Toano, 23168, (757)566-0276 Sunday: Holy Eucharist 8:00am, 9am, 11:15am.

Child care provided at 9 and 11:15 am services Historic Chapel used regularly www.hickoryneck.org JAMES RIVER BAPTIST CHURCH Bringing Hope to the Community 4931 Centerville Rd., 757-258-0303 Sun. Worship 9am & 11am; SS 10 am; Sun. Eve. 6pm; Wed. 6pm; Nursery, Children’s & Youth Ministry. www.jamesriverbaptist.org

ST. OLAF CATHOLIC CHURCH 104 Norge Lane, Williamsburg • www.stolaf.cc (757) 564-3819, fax (757) 565-1099 e-mail – office@stolafchurch.hrcoxmail.com Mass-Sat. 5:30pm, Sun. 8 & 10am, Tue 5pm Wed.,Thu. & Fri. noon, confessions Sat. 4:30pm

WILLIAMSBURG BAPTIST CHURCH A Family of Faith Seeking the Will of God 227 Richmond Road – across from W&M 9:30 Education – 11 am Worship with Nursery 757-229-1217 www.williamsburgbaptist.com

TEMPLE BETH EL OF WILLIAMSBURG Rabbi: David Katz 600 Jamestown Road at Indian Springs Road Fri. Night Service: 7:30pm; Sat. Morning Service: 10am Office: (757) 220-1205, www.tbewilliamsburg.org

WILLIAMSBURG PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

WELLSPRING UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 4871 Longhill Rd, Williamsburg (757-258-5008) WellspringUMC.org and Facebook Sunday Worship: 8:45am (Traditional) & 11am (Contemporary) Sunday School: 10am & Nursery: 8:45-12:00

WILLIAMSBURG UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

WESTOVER EPISCOPAL CHURCH 6401 John Tyler Memorial Hwy, Charles City Sunday Worship: Holy Eucharist 10:30 am Sunday School: 10:30, Adult Christian Ed: 9:30 am westoverepiscopalchurch.org, (804) 829-2488 The Very Rev. April Greenwood

Large congregation offering inspired worship services and music, insightful biblical interpretation, heartfelt mission, fellowship hour, nursery, Sunday School. And that’s just on Sunday! Located across from W&M at 215 Richmond Rd. Services 9:30 & 11a.m. 757-229-4235 mywpc.org

500 Jamestown Rd. at Cary St., Williamsburg Sunday Worship: 8:15 & 11am, Sunday School for All ages at 9:30am. Childcare provided.

Rev. Dr. Bill Jones • Rev. Kay Barrè (757) 229-1771, www.williamsburgumc.org WILLIAMSBURG UNITARIAN UNIVERSALISTS IMAGINE a religion that embraces many different beliefs... Including yours!

Sunday Worship: 9:15am & 11:15am 3051 Ironbound Rd, Williamsburg (757) 220-6830. www.wuu.org

JAMESTOWN PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 3287 Ironbound Rd., Williamsburg, VA 23188 (757) 229-5445 Pastor: Rev. Dr. Daniel T. Klein; Choir Dir. Robert Hodge Sunday Worship 10:30am, Kids Worship 10:45am, Child Care Avail., Christmas Eve Candlelight Communion Serv. 7pm Email: jamestownpresby@gmail.com and visit us on Facebook MT. VERNON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Pastor Ann Tang, 7801 Church Lane, Toano • 757-566-0162 office.mtvernon@verizon.net. Sunday School: 9am Traditional Worship Service: 10:15am Nursery ages: Newborn to 6

“We Seek to live and share the Gospel of Jesus Christ, to nurture persons of all ages, and to transform faith into service to others.”

NEW TOWN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5209 Monticello Ave., (757) 258-1072 www.newtownumc.org Pastor Mike Derflinger • Sun. worship: 9:15 & 11am (nursery provided) Kids Konnection & Middle School Breakout 9:15 & 11am 1st Wed. – Midweek Service 6-7:30pm; Every Wed - Middle & High School Youth

Come celebrate Advent and Christmas with us!

Sunday at 9:30 and 11

Christmas Eve Services 5 PM Family Service Christmas Pageant 8 PM Candlelight Service 11 PM Candlelight/Communion Service

ST. BEDE CATHOLIC CHURCH 3686 Ironbound Rd., Williamsburg 23188 (757) 229-3631, www.bedeva.org Mass Schedule: (757) 258-7777 Mass: Sat. 5:30pm; Sun. 7:15, 9 & 11am; 5pm Daily Mass: Mon.–Fri. 9am ST. MARTIN’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH 1333 Jamestown Rd., Williamsburg, VA 23185 (757)229-1111 www.stmartinswmbg.org Sun. Worship: 8am, 9:15am, 11am; Nursery Provided 8-12

Wed. Noon HealingEucharist; TaizeEucharist 5pm LAST SAT. ONLY

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TAKE THE TOUR 11 80 15 12 24 36 38 14 39 25 38 10

Busch Gardens Williamsburg (H-15) Colonial Williamsburg (D-9) Go Ape (D-3) Hampton Roads Charters Hampton Historic Jamestowne (H-5) Historic Yorktown (C-14) Isle of Wight County Museum Isle of Wight Co. Jamestown Settlement (G-5) Mariners’ Museum and Park Newport News Williamsburg Winery (H-7) Yorktown Battlefields (C-14) Yorktown Segway Tours Historic Yorktown Yorktown Victory Center (C-15) The Zone (D-4)

MUSEUMS & GALLERIES 16 A Touch of Earth

22(C-3)

Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Folk Art Museum Colonial Williamsburg 17 Art-cade Gallery of Art 5(G-6) Bassett Hall Colonial Williamsburg 17 Colonial Folk Art (D-7) DeWitt Wallace Decorative Arts Museum Colonial Williamsburg 25 Gallery at York Hall Historic Yorktown 37 Imagine Art Gallery Smithfield Muscarelle Museum of Art at College of William & Mary (E-8) 61 New Town Art Gallery 20(D-5) 51 Paint on Pottery 21(C-6) 38 Prince George Art & Frame 7(G-6) 51 Quirks of Art 21(C-6) 66 The Trimble Collection 11(G-14) 10 Virginia Living Museum Newport News Watermen’s Museum Historic Yorktown 16 Williamsburg School of Needlework 20(D-5) York County Historical Museum Yorktown

SHOPPING 12 Addicted to Golf New & Used Golf Equipment + Simulator

(C-5)

37 Anne of Smithfield Smithfield Clothing, Jewelry, Shoes, Accessories and more 62 Backyard Birder Seed & Supply Wild bird seed, supplies, & more!

24(G-10)

43 Bella Fine Lingerie 4(E-8) Bra Bands 28-46, Cups AA-KK & Bathing Suits 62 Blinds Galore 24(G-10) Variety of Blinds, Shades & Plantation Shutters 48 Bob’s Upholstery/Savvy Swatch 27(E-11) Home, office, boat, auto Upholstery & fabric shop 50 Bodacious Lady Boutique (F-4) Full Figure Fashions & Accessories. Something for Everyone!

36 The Christmas Store Smithfield Christmas & holiday décor and gifts 64 Country Treasures by Pat 22(C-3) Primitives, Crafts, Collectibles 66 Discover Teas 11(G-14) Explore 100+Loose Leaf World Teas & Wares 69 Goodman & Sons Jewelers 6(E-4) Diamonds,Bridal,Gemstone,Pearl Jewelry,Watches 74

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60 Havana Connections 20(D-5) Premium cigars & Accessories, over 550 brands

47 The Shoe Attic 25(E-8) Fashionable Shoes & Complimentary Clothing

50 High Street 21(C-6) Dining/Retail/Condos/Apts/Townhomes/Businesses 43 J. Fenton Gallery 4(E-8) Colonial Clothing 4 All+Women’s Clothes+More

2 Shops at Carolina Furniture (C-5) 400+ Names of Luxury Furniture–8 Stores in one 64 Snag a deal Family Outfitters 22(C-3) Shop Retail Pay Wholesale for the Whole Family

39 Johnstown Jewelers (G-5) Gold,Platinum,Fine Stones,Pearls,Silver,Repairs

16 Stick Stone & Bone (C-5) New Age Crystal Store-Crafts,Gifts & Jewelry

66 Knitting Sisters 11(G-14) Exquisite Hand-painted Designer Yarns & Supplies

25 Viccellio Goldsmith Historic Yorktown Handcrafted Custom Designed Jewelry & Repairs

39 La Tienda (G-5) Spanish Food & Wine, Hand-Crafted Ceramics & Gifts

36 Victoria's Rose Smithfield TervisTumblers,SaltLife,Jewelry,HomeDécor,Apparel

19 Lenox 8(C-5) Quality Dinnerware,Glassware,Ornaments & Gifts

66 Village Shops at Kingsmill 11(G-14) Collection of Shops, Restaurants & Services

31 Lightfoot Manor Collectibles, Gifts, Pewter, Brass & More

33 Wild Birds Unlimited 29(D-5) Bird seed and feeders, houses, baths, nature gifts & more

8(C-5)

15 Lladro Outlet 9(C-5) The Luxury of Artistic Handcrafted porcelain

44 William & Mary Bookstore

46 Master Craftsmen 25(E-8) Handcrafted Silver, Pewter, Gold Jewelry & Giftware

4 Williamsburg Pottery 3(C-2) Kitchen, Décor, Foods, Wine, Gifts, Garden+More

42 Merchants Square Unique Shopping, Dining & Special Events

4(E-8)

59 Willow Grove Primitives (C-2) Primitive Reproduction Furniture/Home Décor

69 Merle Norman 6(E-4) Make-up,Brand Name Consignment Handbags+More

25 York Uniforms Yorktown Culinary,Medical,Security,School Uniforms & Shoes

46 Mermaid Books 25(E-8) New,Used,Rare,Childrens Books+Antiques+Ephemera

25 Yorktown Bookshop

69 Monticello Marketplace 6(E-4) Unique Family Owned/Brand Retailers+Restaurants 61 Nautical Dog 20(D-5) Everything for Your Pet+Bar Ware+Home Decor 33 New Concept Sports & Gifts

29(D-5)

Family-owned one-stop shop for NFL,MLB,NHL,NBA,NCAA

60 New Town 20(D-5) Shops,Restaurants,Movies,Businesses,Events 42 Ocean Palm, a Lilly Pulitzer Signature Store 4(E-8) Clothing, Jewelry, Accessories & Gifts 36 Off The Vine Market 30(C-4) Local Virginia Farms 2 Table Retail/Online Mkt

4(E-9)

Textbooks/Books/Gifts/W&M Items/Tees/Cards+More

Historic Yorktown

Over 10,000 books. Relaxing atmosphere. Knowledgeable staff.

ANTIQUES & CONSIGNMENTS 65 66 48 50 56 37 57 64 57 57 57

Chickadees 22(C-3) Classic Consignments 11(G-14) The Clothes Tree 27(E-12) DAV Thrift Stores (D-11) DoveTail Antiques 22(C-3) Heritage Antiques Smithfield Revibe (F-12) Sugar & Spice 22(C-3) The Vintage Rabbit (G-14) West Point Antiques West Point Williamsburg Antiques Mall, Ltd. (C-3)

DINING & NIGHTLIFE

78 Oriental Rug Mart New & Antique Handmade Oriental Rugs

22(C-3)

62 Paisley the Perfect Giftdom!

Gifts & Accessories to Adore & Adorn

20(D-5)

15 The Boxwood Inn Simple food done right

61 Parlett’s Paper Expressions

20(D-5)

68 Five Forks Café (F-4) Diner serving Comfort Food with a Southern Flair

AMERICAN

Custom Invitations,Announcements,Stationary,Cards & Gifts

51 Pendleton Outlet Wool Clothing, Blankets, & More

21(C-6)

Newport News

42 The Precious Gem 4(E-8) One-of-a-Kind Designed Pieces of Fine Jewelry

68 Food for Thought (C-5) Classic American dishes to contemporary flavors.

46 The Hound's Tale 25(E-8) Flavorful Fare for Every Palate

62 Quarterpath Crossing 24(G-10) Spec. Shops,Dining,Grocery,Salons,Businesses

38 Old Chickahominy House (G-6) Southern Food, Fresh Baked Pies & Gift Shop

53 SAS Factory Shoes 8(C-5) USA Handcrafted Men & Women Comfort Shoes

42 Seasons Restaurant & Tavern Casual Dining with a Diverse Menu

69 School Crossing 6(E-4) A full line teacher supply and specialty toy store

36 The Smithfield Inn

27 Serendipity (C-2) Flags, Spinners, Windsocks, Kites, Mailbox Covers

43 The Trellis Restaurant American Fine Dining with Regional Cuisine

37 Sesroh Tack Shoppe

ASIAN

Smithfield

Saddles,Tack,Clothing,Feed,Bedding,Hay,HorseArt&Gifts

33 Settler's Market 29(D-5) Unique shops,restaurants located in heart of Williamsburg

4(E-8) Smithfield

Eat where George Washington slept!

3 Peking Mongolian & Japanese Mongolian, Sushi Train, Japanese & Thai

4(E-8)

1(C-6)

BAKERY 43 BlackBird Bakery

PUBS & TAVERNS 25(E-8)

Breads,StickyBuns,HomemadeGranola,Candies&More

61 Cogan’s Deli & Sports Pub 20(D-5) Lunch,Dinner,Open-MicWeds & Live Music Wkends

BBQ & RIBS

43 D.o.G. Street Pub

6 Red Hot & Blue (C-5) Southern-Style BBQ/Casual Atmosphere & Blues 73 Rocco’s Smokehouse Grill Smokehouse BBQ/Fresh & exciting meals

(C-7)

26 Hot Stacks Restaurant Breakfast & Lunch Family Restaurant

American Gastropub/Variety of Beers/"Pub Grub"

39 Gabriel Archer Tavern (H-7) Farm to Fork Dining Experience, Delicious Simplicity 26 The Library Tavern (C-6) Salads,Sandwiches,Steamed Seafood,Pizza & Bar

BREAKFAST 49 Colonial Pancake House Down Home Cooking for Breakfast & Lunch

4(E-8)

(E-11) (C-3)

SANDWICHES, SUBS AND MORE 47 Rick's Cheesesteak Shop Why Drive to Philly?

4(E-8)

46 Aromas 25(E-8) Specialty Coffee/Gourmet Bakery/Lunch/Dinner 29 The Coffeehouse 14(F-5) Fresh Roasted Coffee, Breakfast & Bistro Menu

42 Berret’s Taphouse 4(E-8) Fresh Regional Seafood & Produce/Variety of Entrees

(G-6)

25 Water Street Grille HistoricYorktown Casual Fresh Seafood/Tapas/Artesian Brews

SWEET TREATS

WINE, BEER AND LITE FARE 43 Hair Of The DoG Bottle Shop 4(E-8) Craft Beer Emporium, Tastings, Mixers, Gourmet Food

ITALIAN

70 El Sabroson Latin Food 1(C-6) Traditional Latin Food from Mexico & El Salvador 61 El Tapatio 20(D-5) Casual, Authentic Mexican Dishes & Drinks 13 La Terraza Mexican Grill (C-5) Fresh, flavorful Mexican cuisine at reasonable price.

51 Plaza Azteca Restaurante Mexicano 21(C-6) Food/Drinks/Diverse Menu/Genuine Mexican Favs 48 South of the Border Mexican, Tex-Mex, Margs & More

27(E-12)

PIZZA TAKE & BAKE 8 Papa Murphy’s 6(E-4) Made Fresh By Us, Baked Fresh By You

RETIRING IN WILLIAMSBURG 55 Colonial Heritage by Lennar The luxury resort that you can call home!

54 Heritage Commons Secure Retirement Living-100% Rental

(C-2) 20(D-5)

54 Rolf Kramer, Liz Moore & Associates see ad Buyers Agent, Senior Real Estate Specialist

WILLIAMSBURG REAL ESTATE 21 Aura at Quarterpath Brand-New Upscale Living Apartments

(G-12)

39 Founders Village (D-4) 1, 2, and 3 bedroom Brand New Townhomes!

41 Long and Foster REALTORS® see ad Brings the Total Home Ownership Experience 40 Susan Spellman, Long and Foster Local Presence, International Coverage

SHIPPING/PACKAGING 62 The UPS Store at Quarterpath 22(C-3) Shipping/packaging/printing/notary services 35 The UPS Store on Rochambeau Dr. 31(B-4) Shipping/packaging/printing/notary services 54 Williamsburg Pak & Ship We pack, ship & provide many services

22(C-3)

WORSHIP

47 MAD about Chocolate 25(E-8) Light Lunches/Desserts/Cheesecake/Cookies/Brownies

23(D-6)

LATIN & MEXICAN

PERSONAL CARE SERVICES

13 Williamsburg Salt Spa Relax in a salt spa experience, gifts

FROZEN YOGURT & ICE CREAM

65 Francesco’s 22(C-3) New Artisan Entrees & Classic Italian Dinners 53 Giuseppe’s (C-5) Seasonal Menu/Italian Favorites/Specialties 9 Maurizio’s Ristorante Italiano 2(G-14) Authentic Taste of the Old World since 1994 70 Olde Towne Pizza & Pasta (C-5) NY Style Pizza, Gourmet Italian Food & Family Meals 73 Sal’s by Victor 13(D-6) Locals' favorite pizza & Italian 31 Sal’s Ristorante Italiano (D-11) Authentic Italian Cuisine and NY Style Pizza

54 Conscientious Carpet Care see ad Serving Williamsburg & Surrounding Areas 43 yrs

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7 The Seafare of Williamsburg (C-5) Exceptional Dining Experience/Fresh Seafood/Steak

71 Nawab Indian Cuisine Authentic Northern Indian Cuisine

HOME SERVICES

73 Fat Tuna Grill & Oyster House

39 Café Provençal (H-7) Fine French/Mediterranean Fusion Dining/Unique Setting

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(B-4)

Casual Comfort/Traditional/Original Creative

13 menchie’s frozen yogurt 29(D-5) Fresh-made Frozen Yogurt & Variety of Toppings

79 Riverside Doctors’ Hospital Focused on Patient-Centered Care

35 Studio M Hair Design Full Service Salon by Mindy Taylor

25 Riverwalk Restaurant Historic Yorktown Wide Variety of Chesapeake & Atlantic Seafood

71 Ben & Jerry’s 9(C-5) Ice Cream/Froz. Yogurt/Sorbet/Cakes/Smoothies

59 M.D.Express Urgent Care 13(D-6) Physicians Board Certified in Emergency Med.

(C-5)

25(E-8)

43 Blue Talon Bistro

HEALTH, MEDICAL, HOSPITALS & URGENT CARE

68 Captain George’s Seafood 70 Items in All You Can Eat Seafood Buffet Freshest Fish at Family Friendly Pricing

FRENCH

(C-5)

30 Starling Guttering see ad The ONLY one-piece, guaranteed, clog-free gutter!

SEAFOOD

COFFEE, TEA & MORE

53 Buggy Bathe Full Service Wash, Lube & Detail Shop

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AREA SERVICES AUTOMOTIVE SALES, SERVICES & REPAIRS 49 Auto Haus of Williamsburg 27(E-12) Services import vehicles, Sells pre-owned & restores

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Bruton Parish Church (E-9) Faith Baptist Church (B-1) Christian Science Church (F-7) Hickory Neck Episcopal Church (B-1) James River Baptist Church (D-3) Jamestown Presbyterian Church (F-4) Mt. Vernon United Methodist Church (C-1) New Town United Methodist Church (E-5) St. Bede Catholic Church (F-4) St. Martin's Episcopal Church (G-5) St. Olaf Catholic Church (C-2) Temple Beth El of Williamsburg (F-7) Wellspring United Methodist Church (D-4) Westover Episcopal Church Charles City Co. Williamsburg Baptist Church (E-8) Williamsburg Presbyterian Church (E-8) Williamsburg United Methodist Church (F-8) Williamsburg Unitarian Universalists (F-4)

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2nd Sunday Festival 4(E-8) Christmas Art & Craft Show William & Mary Ramada Inn Arts&Crafts Bazaar, Open House (F-13) First Night Williamsburg see ad The Nutcracker, CAPA Fund see ad Smithfield Farmers Market Smithfield Williamsburg Symphonia see ad

SHOP LOCAL 9 Chesapeake Bank Shop Local

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The numbers on the map indicate the location of these shopping centers: 1 Kingsgate Green Shopping Center 2 Festival Marketplace 3 Williamsburg Pottery Factory 4 Merchants Square 5 Williamsburg OfďŹ ce Park 6 Monticello Marketplace 7 Colony Square Shopping Center 8 Patriot Plaza 9 Premium Outlets 10 OldeTowne Square 11 The Village Shops at Kingsmill 76

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Monticello Marketplace Shoppes Williamsburg Shopping Center Williamsburg Crossing Shopping Center Governor’s Green Shopping Center James York River Plaza Riverwalk Landing, Yorktown Colonial Towne Plaza WindsorMeade Marketplace New Town High Street Williamsburg Pavilion Shops

22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

Gallery Shops Monticello Shopping Center Quarterpath Crossing Shopping Center Just off D.o.G. Street Courthouse Commons Second Street Marketplace Shoppes Settlers Market Lightfoot Crossing Shopping Center Shops at Cedar Valley

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