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May 24, 2010 |
Summer Breeze Concert Series Returns
19th Annual Series Kicks Off June 25
Williamsburg, VA - - The popular Merchants Square Summer Breeze Concert Series features free outdoor evening concerts each Wednesday throughout July and August beginning July 7, with extra concerts on Friday, June 25 and Saturday, July 3. In July, the Square will be filled with the sounds of military marches, big band music, and party bands. In a new twist this year, one of the July concerts will turn the spotlight on some of the many talented youth performers in our region. The August concerts continue with the excellent music of the USAF Heritage of America Band and its ensembles.
When: Each Wednesday in July and August, beginning at 7 p.m.
Additional Concert: Saturday, July 3
Where: Duke of Gloucester Street in Merchants Square
Cost: Concerts are free. Bring a lawn chair.
Other: Children's entertainment including clowns and face painting 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. (Wednesday concerts only)
The 2010 Summer Breeze Concert Series is sponsored by the Legacy Financial Group, the City of Williamsburg Department of Parks and Recreation, and the York County Arts Commission.
Click for full press release. (PDF)
Schedule
Date |
Band |
Description |
June 25
7 – 8:30 p.m. |
29th Army Band
Website |
The Petersburg, VA-based 29th Army Band, Virginia Army National Guard, has been in existence since 1922. Enjoy musical styles from classics to pop music to Broadway and motion picture hits. |
| Note: The location of this concert has been moved to the lawn of the DeWitt Wallace Museum. The 29th Army Band will be helpng the museum celebrate its 25th anniversary. Click here for more information. |
July 3
7 – 8:30 p.m. |
USAF Satellite Jazz Ensemble
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A versatile 12-piece ensemble performing patriotic tunes, American music and other classic renditions. |
July 7
7 –9 p.m. |
Kings of Swing
Website |
A versatile dance and show band from Richmond, playing beach music, Motown favorites and everyone's favorite music of the 70s through the 90s. |
July 14
7 –9 p.m. |
The Super Jazz Band
Facebook Page |
A professional big band from Yorktown, VA, with over 25 years of experience. Musical style ranges from Latin to swing, with specific concentration in the Glenn Miller, Duke Ellington and Count Basie styles. |
July 21
7* –9 p.m.
*6:15 p.m. performance by Stagelights |
The Coastland Band
Website
Also Featuring:
• Opening act preview of “Willie Wonka, Jr.” by Stagelights
• 16-year old fiddler Jessica Zelinsky and friends |
With 14-year old award-winning lead vocalist Bria Kelly, CoastLand plays an eclecitc mixture of rock, country and blues, from Led Zeppelin and Pat Benatar to Stevie Ray Vaughan and Taylor Swift.
Youth state champion fiddler Jessica Zelinsky of Williamsburg will play a bluegrass musical interlude with friends. |
July 28
7 –9 p.m. |
Slapwater
Website |
Virginia’s premier party and dance band, a.k.a. “The Lords of Longevity,” has earned numerous awards while delighting crowds in tHampton Roads for more than 30 years. |
August 4
7 – 8:30 p.m. |
USAF Satellite Jazz Ensemble
Website |
A versatile nine-piece ensemble that plays a wide variety of jazz, blues and funk. |
August 11
7 – 8:30 p.m. |
USAF Heritage of America Band
Website |
The Langley-based concert band will play a mixture of old favorites and modern works. |
August 18
7 – 8:30 p.m. |
USAF Blue Aces Ensemble
Website |
The energetic productions of this 10-piece ensemble encompass a wide variety of musical styles. |
August 25
7 – 8:30 p.m. |
USAF Heritage of America Band
Website |
The Langley-based concert band will play a mixture of old favorites and modern works. |
Hi-Resolution Photos
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June 25: 29th Army Band |
July 3 & August 4: USAF Satellite Ensemble |
July 7: Kings of Swing |
 July 14: Super Jazz Band
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 July 21: CoastLand Band
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 July 28: Slapwater
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| January, 2010 |
Four Merchants Square Restaurants Recognized by Hampton Roads Magazine
Four Merchants Square restaurants were winners of the prestigious Hampton Roads Magazine Platinum Plate awards for 2009, with Fat Canary at No. 2 and Blue Talon Bistro at No. 9 overall. The Trellis was also recognized as a Platinum Plate award winner, and Berret's Seafood earned a Silver Plate designation. See Details.
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| October 7, 2009 |
American Planning Association Designates
Duke of Gloucester One of Top 10
Great Streets for 2009
The American Planning Association (APA) announced today that Duke of Gloucester Street has been designated one of 10 Great Streets for 2009 by APA's Great Places in America program. APA Great Places exemplify exceptional character and highlight the role planners and planning play in creating communities of lasting value.
APA singled out Duke of Gloucester Street for its unique ability to evoke the past at the same time it maintains a lively mix of modern-day uses. Early visionaries, with the financial backing of John D. Rockefeller, Jr., transformed Duke of Gloucester from a vehicle-dominated U.S. Highway to a pedestrian street that recreates the Williamsburg of 200 years ago. While it is a living history museum, Duke of Gloucester is also a vibrant community street for residents and the College of William and Mary.
A formal presentation of the award will be made on Saturday, October 31 at 9 a.m., during the Farmers Market on Duke of Gloucester Street.
Download Full Press Release
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September 28, 2009
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Trellis Sold to David Everett
After 29 glorious years, Trellis owners Marcel Desaulniers and John Curtis have sold their nationally renowned restaurant to David Everett, who also owns the Blue Talon Bistro in Merchants Square. From the present owners of the Trellis,
We have loved serving you for the last 29 years. We're thrilled that David will keep the Trellis tradition going...seasonal menu changes, fresh ingredients, our loyal Trellis staff, and of course the decadent chocolate desserts. Bon appetit!
See related offer, good through October 29.
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| September 12, 2009 |
Catwalk For A Cure Fashion Show Profiled on Channel 3 News
Merchants Square sponsored the 3rd annual Catwalk For A Cure Fashion Show, organized and hosted by Walsingham Academy. This year's show featured fashions and accessories from G. Bates, Bella, Campus Shop, The Carousel, Closet Envy, J. Fenton Gallery and Ocean Palm. Many Merchants Square merchants also donated prizes to help the students reach their goal of raising over $3,000 to support Beyond Boobs! Inc., a grassroots group of young breast cancer survivors with a mission to educate all women on taking charge of their breast health.
WTKR, Channel 3 out of Norfolk, VA, covered the event for their evening news.
See the video clip. |
| August 10, 2009 |
Williamsburg Farmers Market Wins America's Favorite Farmers Market Contest!
The American Farmland Trust announced winners of the 2009 "America's Favorite Farmers Market Contest" and the Williamsburg Farmers Market won top honors for medium sized markets. More than 800 markets signed up to participate in this inagural contest. See article in WYDaily.com.
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| June 7, 2009 |
The New York Times June 7 Travel section features Williamsburg in an article entitled "36 Hours in Williamsburg, VA." Nancy Thomas Gallery and Quilts Unlimited are highlighted for their folk art. The Cheese Shop and Fat Canary are recommended dining.
Read full article. |
| June 3, 2009 |
Chef David Everett of the Blue Talon Bistro accepts the City of Williamsburg's Economic Development Authority Business Appreciation Award. The award recognizes the restaurant’s time in the City, sales growth, innovativeness and customer service.
Pictured: Monty Mason (EDA Chairman), David Everett (Blue Talon Chef/Owner) and Jeanne Zeidler (Williamsburg Mayor). |
| June, 2009 |
Blue Talon Bistro's Adam Steely is featured in the June Virginia Wine Lovers magazine "Quaff Quiz" section.
See full article. |
| June, 2009 |
Williamsburg is featured in the US Airways inflight magazine. Aromas, The Cheese Shop, and The Trellis are selected among the "Best of Williamsburg" picks.
See full section. |
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