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| Barry Manilow's Wardrobe will perform at The Corner Pocket on Friday. (Photo via Facebook) |
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| By Christin Nielsen Jan. 21, 2026 |
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| January is traditionally a quiet month in the Historic Triangle, but a variety of events are still on tap this week to help fend off the winter doldrums.
The live music scene will feature concerts by Barry Manilow's Wardrobe, Zack Salsberry and The Three Jolly Coachmen. A candlelit organ recital is scheduled to be held at Bruton Parish Church.
Several informative presentations are also in the works. The Virginia Capital Trail Foundation will host Cap Trail 101 at James City County Library, and award-winning local chocolatier Mary Griffith will discuss the history of chocolate at the Stryker Center.
Other highlights include a free Neighborhood Winter Carnival at the Abram Frink Jr. Community Center and two performances of Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat at the Kimball Theatre.
As you may know, local meteorologists are tracking a snow and ice storm that could bring significant impacts to all of Virginia this weekend.
We were hoping to have more clarity about the storm's expected timing before sending out this newsletter. As of now, it seems the effects will begin to be felt across our area late Saturday.
Some weekend activities will likely be canceled or postponed due to inclement weather. We recommend following event organizers' websites or social media pages for updates.
See below for our curated guide to things to do around the Historic Triangle, Jan. 22 - 25. |
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EVENTS THIS WEEK |
| Each week, we scour event calendars from across the region and send readers a list of local events and activities worthy of their time. For additional event details, click on the bolded, hyperlinked titles. |
Thursday, Jan. 22 |
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| A presentation on the Virginia Capital Trail will be held at James City County Library on Jan. 22. (Photo courtesy of the Virginia Capital Trail Foundation) |
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Cap Trail 101: A Guide to the Trail! | James City County Library | Join the Virginia Capital Trail Foundation for a one-hour presentation that will provide a formal introduction to the Capital Trail, covering everything from the trail's early history to the current day, including the planned Williamsburg extension. Sign up here. Free. 12 - 1 pm.
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| FILM |
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Throwback Thursday: "Jeremiah Johnson" | Williamsburg Library | This film series screens a variety of classic and contemporary movies for an adult audience. The Jan. 22 feature is "Jeremiah Johnson" (1972, PG), featuring Robert Redford and Will Geer. The film is based on a book by Vardis Fisher. Free. 2 - 4:30 pm.
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| WELLNESS |
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Friday, Jan. 23 |
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- History of Chocolate | Stryker Center | Award-winning local chocolatier Mary Griffith will discuss the history of chocolate, including how it is grown and harvested. Registration is not required. For adults 19+. Free. 11 am - 12 pm.
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| HISTORY |
- USS Minnesota: Flagship of the North Atlantic Blockading Squadron | The Mariners' Museum and Park | John V. Quarstein, Director emeritus of the USS Monitor Center, will present on the USS Minnesota The warship was involved in the capture of Hatteras Inlet in August 1861 and then returned to Hampton Roads, where it became the flagship of the North Atlantic Blockading Squadron. In-person admission is $1; livestream is free. Register here. 12 - 1 pm.
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| CRAFT |
- Crochet Club | Yorktown Library | Teens are invited to learn and grow with crochet skills and make a beginner project. No experience is necessary, but registration is required. Free. 3:30 - 5 pm.
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- Winter Wonderland Cake Decorating | James City County Recreation Center | Kids will frost a double-layer cake with buttercream icing and decorate it with winter colors, snowflakes and snowmen. Boxes will be provided to take home decorated cakes. See the website to sign up. $30. 5:30 - 7:30 pm.
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| MUSIC |
- Dewey Decibel Series: Three Jolly Coachmen | Williamsburg Library | Presented by the Three Jolly Coachmen's Coffee House series, this concert will transport guests back to the days when folk songs were on the cutting edge of American popular music. Tickets are $5.50 each ($4.40 for Friends of WRL). See the website to purchase tickets. 7 - 10 pm.
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- Barry Manilow's Wardrobe | The Corner Pocket | Enjoy a night of New Wave and Alt 80s music presented by Barry Manilow's Wardrobe. 7 - 10 pm.
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Saturday, Jan. 24 |
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| Tabb Library will host a jigsaw puzzle swap event on Jan. 24. (Photo courtesy of York County Public Libraries) |
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- Winter Jigsaw Puzzle Swap | Tabb Library | This fun event allows participants to trade jigsaw puzzles. Puzzle donations will be accepted through Jan. 23. The standard swap ratio is one to one, and participants can swap a maximum of six puzzles total. Free. 10 - 11:15 am.
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- Neighborhood Winter Carnival | Abram Frink Jr. Community Center | The community is invited to attend a fun indoor winter carnival featuring dancing, inflatables, Bingo, carnival games, sno cones, face painting and more. Free. 2 - 5 pm.
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| FIRST AID |
- American Red Cross Courses | James City County Recreation Center | American Red Cross CPR & AED and First Aid courses will be hosted by the Aquatics team from 9 am - 1 pm or 2 - 6 pm. $95.
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| GAMES |
- Jigsaw Puzzle Competition | Tabb Library | Teams of four will compete to put together a 500-piece jigsaw puzzle in two hours or less. Registration is required. Free. 1:30 - 4:30 pm.
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- Adult Scrabble Club | James City County Library | Learn new Scrabble tips, meet other players and participate in low-key competition during this relaxed and friendly meetup. For adults ages 19+. Free. 10:15 a.m. - 1 p.m.
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| INFORMATIONAL |
- Backyard Chicken Keeping | Tabb Library | Carol Bartram of Peninsula Chicken Keepers (PeCK) will discuss the basics of keeping a small flock of pet chickens in your backyard. Free. 2 - 3:30 pm.
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| KIDS |
- Preschool Dance Party | Stryker Center | Preschool-aged children are invited to attend a fun dance party. Parents can also participate. Free. 11 am - 12 pm.
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| NATURE |
- Stream to Sea Stroll | York River State Park | Hike to a small woodland and marsh stream, freshwater pond and saltwater river. Park staff will capture and identify different crustaceans and fish while pointing out plant life. Included with park admission. 10 am - 12 pm.
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| MARKET |
- Hilton Village Farmers Market | 10260 Warwick Blvd | Historic Hilton Village's weekly market on Main is held every Saturday, year-round. Free admission. 9 am - 12 pm.
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| MUSIC |
- Historic Organ Recital: Norman Elton | Bruton Parish Church | Enjoy a concert featuring the Historic English Chamber Organ, one of Colonial Williamsburg's 18th-century instruments. Presented by Norman Elton, organist at Williamsburg Presbyterian Church. Free; donations gratefully accepted. 10 - 10:30 am.
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- January Jams: Zack Salsberry | The Virginia Beer Company | Relax with the music of Zack Salsberry. Cook's Burger Bar's food truck will be on site. 5 - 8 pm.
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- Organ Recital: Dr. JanEl Will | Bruton Parish Church | Dr. JanEl Will, organist at Bruton Parish Church, will present a candlelit recital featuring 18th-century music. Free; donations gratefully accepted. 7 - 8 pm.
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Sunday, Jan. 25 |
| HEALTH & WELLNESS |
- Eat to Compete: Smart Nutrition for Young Athletes | James City County Recreation Center | Nutritionist Stephanie Militano will discuss how proper fueling supports endurance, focus and recovery. This program is geared toward ages 12+. Free. 3 - 4 pm.
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- Puppet Storytime | Stryker Center | Children ages 3+ are invited to sing and dance with puppets and enjoy books, flannel board stories and other fun activities. Space is limited; reserve a ticket starting 30 minutes before the program begins. Free. 2 - 3 pm.
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| A drawing in the Whymsical Way Art Exhibit. (Photo courtesy of WRL) |
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Whymsical Way Art Exhibit | Williamsburg Library | Jan. 6 - Feb. 8 | View a new exhibit featuring the work of local artist Layne Fraser Dyer. An educator who was honored by William & Mary in 2012, Dyer draws and paints lovable, whimsical and friendly characters. Free & open to the public.
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| THEATRE |
- Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat | Kimball Theatre | Jan. 23 & 24 at 7 pm | Attend a joyful production by Providence Classical School. A select group of dedicated students will tell this classic story about trust, faith and courage amid unimaginable challenges. 2 hours 10 min. Tickets are $20 for adults, $15 for children 12 and under.
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| HISTORY |
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Tour: The Rockefellers' Bassett Hall | Colonial Williamsburg | Jan. 22 - 24 from 10 am - 5 pm | Tour the Williamsburg home of John D. Rockefeller Jr. and his wife Abby Aldrich Rockefeller. Guests will be able to explore rooms furnished with Mrs. Rockefeller's folk art, 18th-century antiques and 20th-century accessories. Included with CW admission or a Good Neighbor Pass.
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| DINING |
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Ice Skating at the Liberty Ice Pavilion | Colonial Williamsburg | Daily through Feb. 28 | Enjoy outdoor ice-skating at Colonial Williamsburg throughout the winter. Refreshments, including hot cider, coffee and baked treats, will be available for purchase steps away from the ice. See the operating schedule here. Regular daily rates are $16 for adults, $14 for youth ages 3 - 12. Skate rentals are $6. Season ice passes are also available.
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