Jukebox Bingo is musical bingo! Dance, drink, and win awesome prizes! Bingo is free to play and family friendly. It's a great way to unwind. Most Jukebox Bingo nights are held on Thursdays, but some will be held on Wednesdays. Be sure to check back to make sure of the day!
Calling all first responders: stop by either taproom and enjoy $1 off all pints! Take a load off while enjoying your favorite beer and swapping stories! We have food trucks and our fresh baked artisan pretzels daily at the main taproom. The main taproom is open 12-10, and the L.A.B. from 12-8.
SpiritWorks Foundation hosts this monthly recovery service with prayers and readings that focus on helping people find ways to live faithfully in the midst of any kind of suffering, especially addiction, codependence, mental illness, and trauma. Tears are welcome, joy is celebrated, and all are embraced exactly as they are. During the service participants may...
Recreate the magic of prom at this adult only (21+) event, and join us for an evening under the stars. The Virginia Living Museum’s first Adult Prom: Starry, Starry Night will include music, dancing, games, sky-readings, planetarium shows, food and adult beverages. Show up in your finest prom attire – sequins, ruffles, and throwback looks...
Join us for the 3rd annual Community Pickleball Challenge! This two-part event supports the mission of The Arc of Greater Williamsburg. The Arc serves adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities through local programs, events, and employment transportation opportunities. With your tax-deductible participation, this event will bring additional funding to expand and improve our programs to...
The Williamsburg Farmers Market is located in the heart of historic Williamsburg, VA. Over 40 vendors offer a variety of local products, including fresh seasonal produce, meats, seafood, baked goods, honey, cheese, coffee, peanuts, cut flowers, handmade soaps, and more. Enjoy live music and demonstrations, participate as a family in the Power of Produce (POP)...
Learn how to sew in a zipper. The project of the day is a lined zipper pouch. Beginner sewers welcome. Bring your own machine (in good working order) or borrow one of the library’s sewing machines. Space is limited. Reservations required: 757.741.3324.
Looking for Virginia native plants, not cultivars? This is the place to go. The Community Building at 401 N. Boundary St. will host the annual plant sale organized by the John Clayton Chapter of the Virginia Native Plant Society. The plant sale is also a great place to learn about plants native to our area...
May 4, 2024 - The 24th Annual Williamsburg British and Import Car Show, The Shops at High Street, 1430 High Street, Williamsburg, Va. 10am -2pm. All British and Import cars invited. Benefiting "The ARC of Greater Williamsburg". This year's featured Marque is the Healey. Come out and see over 100 classic and sporty British and...
Enjoy the library before hours in a quieter, less stimulating environment for people with autism and sensory issues.
Join us for this program where beginners can meet up and learn the basics of knitting and people with projects are encouraged to stitch along with others. Some basics are provided for those without a project. No registration required.
Learn the basics of word processing in Microsoft Word, including working with documents and formatting text. Prerequisite: ability to use a mouse and keyboard, some familiarity with Windows. Seating is limited, please call 757.741.3300 and choose option 2 to sign up.
If you actively in, or retired from, the military, make Alewerks a Monday stop. Both locations offer $1 off all pints! So, stop by for your favorite pint and enjoy hanging out and swapping stories! We have food trucks and our fresh baked artisan pretzels daily at the main taproom. The main taproom is open...
Start your work week off right by taking home a fresh draft pour of your favorite brew! Mondays, we honor 1/2 off all crowler and growler fills all day at both taprooms! We have food trucks and our fresh baked artisan pretzels daily at the main taproom. The main taproom is open 3-9, and the...
Are you crazy for movies? The WRL Film Society is a discussion group for movie lovers, with meetings on the first Sunday of each month at 1 pm at the Williamsburg Library. At meetings, members will share their views on the films they have recently watched (no major spoilers!) and discuss a set of questions...
If you work in education, stop by Alewerks. Educators, administrators, and staff can enjoy $1 off all pints at both taprooms. Pick the way you'd like to unwind for the night. The main taproom hosts trivia night night from 7-9, and the L.A.B. hosts Open Mic from 5:30-8. Both are free to join, so head...
This film series brings art house film flavor to your Tuesdays. Plus, meet new friends, hear from special guests who are film experts, enjoy light refreshments, and have a discussion after the film. May 7: Darling Companion (2012) PG-13 Diane Keaton and Kevin Kline play a married couple, Beth and Joseph, experiencing “empty nest” fears...
Cena con Cuentos es un programa de lectura en español para familias hispanohablantes con niños de 0 a 10 años de edad. Se ofrece dos veces por mes: el primer martes (menos en enero) en Grove Christian Outreach Center (8800 Pocahontas Tr) y el tercer martes en el Stryker Center (412 N Boundary St), de...
Learn how to open, save and input data in Microsoft Excel. Prerequisites: ability to use a mouse and keyboard. Seating is limited, please register by calling 757.741.3300, and select option 2 to sign up.
Calling all food and beverage industry folks: enjoy 1/2 off regular 16oz pints all day at either taproom! Make new friends and ejoy your favorite brews as we all work to get through Hump Day. We have food trucks and our fresh baked artisan pretzels daily at the main taproom. The main taproom is open...
Library learners will discover something new from this series of enrichment programs for kids in grades K-5. This week, learn STEAM concepts, problem solving, and the engineering process while you build with LEGO®, in another installment of our LEGO® Education SPIKE series. Pick up a ticket at the Children’s Desk starting 30 minutes before the...
Thirsty Thursdays are for fun! The main taproom hosts Vinyl Night with the Record Society. Bring your favorite record to share, or just stop by and listen to the tunes. Vinyl Night starts around 5pm. Head to the L.A.B. for Bingo! It's free and fun! Win great prizes, drink your favorite brew, and have fun...
In December 2022, the National Ignition Facility announced the first-ever fusion reaction to produce more power than was absorbed. In this talk, Ryan Chaban, recent Physics PhD from William & Mary, will explain the science of nuclear fusion, from the quantum level to the macroscale plasma physics involved. Learn about the remaining engineering and technological...
Now in its 21st year, the Throwback Thursday Film Series screens a variety of classic movies for an adult audience. May’s Theme: MAY I Have This Dance May 9: Top Hat (1935) NR A case of mistaken identity foils the efforts of a dancer to woo a lovely lady, but who cares about the plot....
Calling all first responders: stop by either taproom and enjoy $1 off all pints! Take a load off while enjoying your favorite beer and swapping stories! We have food trucks and our fresh baked artisan pretzels daily at the main taproom. The main taproom is open 12-10, and the L.A.B. from 12-8.
We've got live music on Friday nights and great food. Bring your date, friends, family, coworker, and frenemies. Enjoy a pint, or two, and jam out. Schedule for May is below. 5/3/24: The MJ's 6:30-9:30; Food truck 4-8: Two Salty River Chic's (https://www.facebook.com/events/2520695181449582) 5/10/24: Phil Watson 6:30-4:30; Food trucks 4-8: Hungry Hungry Arrow (https://www.facebook.com/events/435988165690595) 5/17/24:...
The Williamsburg Farmers Market is located in the heart of historic Williamsburg, VA. Over 40 vendors offer a variety of local products, including fresh seasonal produce, meats, seafood, baked goods, honey, cheese, coffee, peanuts, cut flowers, handmade soaps, and more. Enjoy live music and demonstrations, participate as a family in the Power of Produce (POP)...
In this class, Financial Coach Vanessa Rutter-Jackson will show you how you can obtain your dream life. These past few years have been tough for people financially and in other ways, but you are not as stuck as you may feel. This class will walk you through ways to plan your finances and handle your...
Players of all levels are invited to join a casual group to roll the dice in the popular game of strategy and luck. WRL will have a couple of boards on hand, but if you have one, bring your own backgammon board.
Mommies, bring your mini me's to the L.A.B. and get some beautiful permanent jewelry. Rings, bracelets, necklaces, The Welderie does it all! Tickets are $10 and cover just one person's admittance. The $10 is a nonrefundable deposit towards the jewelry. Tickets are encouraged, but walk-ups are welcome.
This month’s youngest book is Shermy & Shake: The Not-So-Nice Neighbor by Kirby Larson. We’ll read, craft, and play games to celebrate the coming of summer. Includes a copy of the book to keep. Space is limited; pick up a free ticket at the children’s desk beginning 30 minutes before the program begins. For ages...
Enjoy a relaxing afternoon painting with other teens. For ages 13-18. No registration required.
American Craft Beer Week returns for 2024! We will update with more information as we get it, but we are stoked for beer releases, special events, amazing merch, and more! Monday, May 13: Tastings Class (https://fb.me/e/59MWl8l76) at the main taprooms Tuesday, May 14: Trivia with Matt Chambers 7-9 Tuesday, May 14: Open Mic with Nadia...
If you actively in, or retired from, the military, make Alewerks a Monday stop. Both locations offer $1 off all pints! So, stop by for your favorite pint and enjoy hanging out and swapping stories! We have food trucks and our fresh baked artisan pretzels daily at the main taproom. The main taproom is open...
Start your work week off right by taking home a fresh draft pour of your favorite brew! Mondays, we honor 1/2 off all crowler and growler fills all day at both taprooms! We have food trucks and our fresh baked artisan pretzels daily at the main taproom. The main taproom is open 3-9, and the...
American Craft Beer Week is giving us the opportunity to bring back Tastings classes. These events are limited, so snag them while you can! This class consists of an educational tasting of 6 beers. Only 8 spots available per group. Please limit your purchase to two tickets max per person. Schedule: Monday, May 13, 5-5:45...
Gaston Gianni, chairman of the legislative committee of the Virginia Federation of NARFE chapters will speak at the May 14 luncheon of the Williamsburg chapter of the National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association. Contact PZKell@Cox.net no later than May 9, 2024.
If you work in education, stop by Alewerks. Educators, administrators, and staff can enjoy $1 off all pints at both taprooms. Pick the way you'd like to unwind for the night. The main taproom hosts trivia night night from 7-9, and the L.A.B. hosts Open Mic from 5:30-8. Both are free to join, so head...
This film series brings art house film flavor to your Tuesdays. Plus, meet new friends, hear from special guests who are film experts, enjoy light refreshments, and have a discussion after the film. May 14: Man on Wire (2008) PG-13 This suspenseful Oscar-winning documentary revisits the artistic crime of the century: high-wire daredevil Philippe Petit’s...
Learn the basics of navigating a web page, including how to bookmark so you can find pages later. Seating is limited, please call 757.741.3300 and choose option 2 to sign up.
Calling all food and beverage industry folks: enjoy 1/2 off regular 16oz pints all day at either taproom! Make new friends and ejoy your favorite brews as we all work to get through Hump Day. We have food trucks and our fresh baked artisan pretzels daily at the main taproom. The main taproom is open...
Learn the basics of how the Cricut works and the different things you can make. For ages 13+. No registration required.
Thirsty Thursdays are for fun! The main taproom hosts Vinyl Night with the Record Society. Bring your favorite record to share, or just stop by and listen to the tunes. Vinyl Night starts around 5pm. Head to the L.A.B. for Bingo! It's free and fun! Win great prizes, drink your favorite brew, and have fun...
Now in its 21st year, the Throwback Thursday Film Series screens a variety of classic movies for an adult audience. May’s Theme: MAY I Have This Dance May 16: Grease (1978) PG Can the greaser (John Travolta) and the good girl (Olivia Newton-John) find love at Rydell High in 1958? This popular musical, based on...
Real People/Real Stories meets the third Thursday of each month to explore the best in nonfiction history, biography, science, nature, and the arts. This month’s title is The Mirage Factory: Illusion, Imagination, and the Invention of Los Angeles by Gary Krist. This entertaining combination of city history and biography explores how three remarkable people—civil engineer...
American Craft Beer Week is giving us the opportunity to bring back Tastings classes. These events are limited, so snag them while you can! This class consists of an educational tasting of 6 beers. Only 8 spots available per group. Please limit your purchase to two tickets max per person. Schedule: Monday, May 13, 5-5:45...
We've got live music on Friday nights and great food. Bring your date, friends, family, coworker, and frenemies. Enjoy a pint, or two, and jam out. Schedule for May is below. 5/3/24: The MJ's 6:30-9:30; Food truck 4-8: Two Salty River Chic's (https://www.facebook.com/events/2520695181449582) 5/10/24: Phil Watson 6:30-4:30; Food trucks 4-8: Hungry Hungry Arrow (https://www.facebook.com/events/435988165690595) 5/17/24:...
The Williamsburg Farmers Market is located in the heart of historic Williamsburg, VA. Over 40 vendors offer a variety of local products, including fresh seasonal produce, meats, seafood, baked goods, honey, cheese, coffee, peanuts, cut flowers, handmade soaps, and more. Enjoy live music and demonstrations, participate as a family in the Power of Produce (POP)...
National Train Day marks the anniversary of the establishment of the Golden Spike in Promontory, Utah, which symbolized the competition of the first transcontinental railroad in the United States. It also observes the first anniversary of the rail route system in the U.S. Join The Colonial Heritage Model Railroad Club for a Train Day celebration...
Calling all engineers! Come learn about potential and kinetic energy. Become roller coaster engineers and harness the power of gravity to create a marble roller coaster with loops and jumps. Also, discover magnetic levitation (maglev) trains – trains without wheels. Additional fun S.T.E.A.M activities will be available for your enjoyment. Ice cream and other snacks...
Learn to create tables and insert images into Microsoft Word with this Intermediate level class. Seating is limited; please register by calling 757.741.3300, and select option 2 to sign up.
Check out what others have to offer and help the men and women who served. A portion of our proceeds go to DAV Thrift Store, an organization dedicated to helping provide funds and resources to for the Disabled Veterans Department of Virginia. We love a good cause, so head over and grab a cold one...
National Train Day marks the anniversary of the establishment of the Golden Spike in Promontory, Utah, which symbolized the competition of the first transcontinental railroad in the United States. It also observes the first anniversary of the rail route system in the U.S. Join The Colonial Heritage Model Railroad Club for a Train Day celebration...
Are you a writer? Whether or not you’re published, you can benefit from this supportive writer’s group. Listen to informative talks on a variety of writing-related topics and meet other writers and aspiring writers. For ages 13+. Mastering Character Dialogue in Your Novel Do you struggle with making dialogue sound natural? Do you find it...
The Cinema @ Scotland Street series features indie, foreign, art house, and documentary films. All films are shown in the Williamsburg Library Theatre. Free admission. Ian McShane plays an aging assassin on assignment in Spain. As he waits for his target to arrive, he befriends some of the locals, complicating his life and work. Nora...
This film series brings art house film flavor to your Tuesdays. Plus, meet new friends, hear from special guests who are film experts, enjoy light refreshments, and have a discussion after the film. May 21: One Life (2023) PG In 1938, a young British businessman in Prague saved the lives of over 600 Jewish children...
Cena con Cuentos es un programa de lectura en español para familias hispanohablantes con niños de 0 a 10 años de edad. Se ofrece dos veces por mes: el primer martes (menos en enero) en Grove Christian Outreach Center (8800 Pocahontas Tr) y el tercer martes en el Stryker Center (412 N Boundary St), de...
Check out Open Mic Night at the L.A.B. Tuesday night with Nadia Koz. It's free to participate, and free to watch! If you're looking to perform, be sure to show up early so you can sign up. Performers are given 15 minute sets and sound is provided. Open Mic Night is about exploring new music,...
Take the next step in your Word knowledge with this Intermediate level class. Seating is limited; please register by calling 757.741.3300, and select option 2 to sign up.
This social gathering is for those personally dealing with memory loss and their partners who provide care for those with those challenges. The Café is organized and hosted by trained facilitators. What happens at the café? Each Café will offer its guests the chance for unstructured conversation, refreshments and getting to know others in the...
Use the library’s Ancestry subscription to find your family in census records; birth, marriage and death records; passenger lists; high school yearbook photos, and more. Seating is limited; please register by calling 757.741.3300, option 2.
Dungeons & Dragons players of all experience levels are invited to drop-in to play and learn this classic tabletop roleplaying game. For ages 9-18.
See the Cricut in action and make your very own flower-adorned coaster to take home. For ages 13+. Space is limited; please call 757.741.3300, option 2 to register.
The GRAMMY-winning musicians of Apollo’s Fire invite you back to 1610, when the “wall” between art music and popular music barely existed. In this musical tour of pubs and parlors, we hear how great composers of London, Venice, and Madrid wrote artful variations on popular street tunes. Soulful ballads, bluesy laments, lively party tunes, and...
We're partnering with Heritage Humane Society to help dogs in need! Heritage Humane Society is bringing several adoptable dogs (photos and info to come later) to be set up at a kissing booth. Kisses cost a donation. No set amount. Whatever you can give is appreciated. Then, pucker up for some extra slobbery love. If...
We've got live music on Friday nights and great food. Bring your date, friends, family, coworker, and frenemies. Enjoy a pint, or two, and jam out. Schedule for May is below. 5/3/24: The MJ's 6:30-9:30; Food truck 4-8: Two Salty River Chic's (https://www.facebook.com/events/2520695181449582) 5/10/24: Phil Watson 6:30-4:30; Food trucks 4-8: Hungry Hungry Arrow (https://www.facebook.com/events/435988165690595) 5/17/24:...
The Williamsburg Farmers Market is located in the heart of historic Williamsburg, VA. Over 40 vendors offer a variety of local products, including fresh seasonal produce, meats, seafood, baked goods, honey, cheese, coffee, peanuts, cut flowers, handmade soaps, and more. Enjoy live music and demonstrations, participate as a family in the Power of Produce (POP)...
With live music all day on Saturdays. great beer, and good food, where else would you want to be? Alewerks' beer garden is the perfect spot to get some vitamin D while playing cornhole and grooving to the music. Schedule is below. 5/11/24 (https://www.facebook.com/events/1024927878986568) 1: 30-4:30: Mike Gombas 6:30-9:30: Hotshot Band Food truck: Don Chido...
Join us for SLAM Connection, a program to develop poets as writers and performers. Learn about observation, writing, and performance in a safe, judgment-free space where people can learn about life in other people’s shoes. For ages 13+.
Come experience a paint party like no other. Space is limited. Reserve your space today. Join us for Glow n Paint Party �at Alewerks Brewery in Williamsburg Prime Outletfor #Rnbandpaint�� Come paint under the glowing lights and vibe out to classic R&B of the best era of music! You must prepurchase your tickets! Free Drink...
Memorial Day Weekend is a long weekend for most, so come hang out at in the beer garden with a cold beer while listening to the Kingsmill Band. Dominion Dogs will be on site to serve up those cookout dogs that'll hit the spot.
This film series brings art house film flavor to your Tuesdays. Plus, meet new friends, hear from special guests who are film experts, enjoy light refreshments, and have a discussion after the film. May 28: Spy in the Ocean (2023) NR Lifelike robots designed to mimic sea creatures carry cameras into the deep to spy...
Check out Open Mic Night at the L.A.B. Tuesday night with Nadia Koz. It's free to participate, and free to watch! If you're looking to perform, be sure to show up early so you can sign up. Performers are given 15 minute sets and sound is provided. Open Mic Night is about exploring new music,...
Come meet some fellow readers and join the conversation. This book club is designed for ages 9-12 and is limited to 15 members. Call 757.741.3300, option 4 to register and receive a free copy of this month’s book.
Now in its 21st year, the Throwback Thursday Film Series screens a variety of classic movies for an adult audience. May’s Theme: MAY I Have This Dance May 30: Chicago (2002) PG-13 In 1920s Chicago, two women (Renée Zellweger, Catherine Zeta-Jones) on death row for killing their lovers become rivals as they compete for the...
Learn the basics of 3D printing and all the ways it’s being used from medical devices to homes! Ages 13 and up. No registration required. Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83367536964?pwd=L3k2WFV2elhUQzBOSFE4SU9zRVJuQT09 Meeting ID: 833 6753 6964 Passcode: 326702
Head to the L.A.B. for BINGO! It's free and fun to play! Win prizes while hanging out with friends and sipping on your favorite brews. Bring something to eat, or have it delivered! The L.A.B. is open from 12-8.
Celebrate the end of the month with friends, games, snacks, music and more! Enjoy all the Teen Room has to offer! For ages 13 through adult, no registration required.
We've got live music on Friday nights and great food. Bring your date, friends, family, coworker, and frenemies. Enjoy a pint, or two, and jam out. Schedule for May is below. 5/3/24: The MJ's 6:30-9:30; Food truck 4-8: Two Salty River Chic's (https://www.facebook.com/events/2520695181449582) 5/10/24: Phil Watson 6:30-4:30; Food trucks 4-8: Hungry Hungry Arrow (https://www.facebook.com/events/435988165690595) 5/17/24:...
Sew a tote bag. Supplies provided. Bring your own machine (in good working order) or borrow one of the library’s sewing machines. Space is limited. Reservations required. Beginner sewers welcome.
Are you crazy for movies? The WRL Film Society is a discussion group for movie lovers, with meetings on the first Sunday of each month at 1 pm at the Williamsburg Library. At meetings, members will share their views on the films they have recently watched (no major spoilers!) and discuss a set of questions...
Join other teens to battle over the puzzle table. Bring a group of friends or join a group when you arrive. 300-piece puzzles. No registration required, for ages 13-18.
Join Flute Frenzy for their final concert of the season! Explore local history through sound and examine the connection between the world we see and the world we hear. The program will feature audio visual presentations, exciting works by local composers (of the past and present), movie themes, a solo Concertino, and a lot more!...