• April 2022 Traditional Needlework Classes – Williamsburg School of Needlework – Whitework Embroidery

    Apr 11-14, 2022 Whitework Embroidery $440 includes all materials ​ April 11-14, 2022 Whitework Embroidery A Four day course in whitework embroidery. This is key to beautiful embroidered trousseau heirloom linens for the home. The class will focus upon particular stitches and perfecting techniques used to embellish fine linens and clothing. We will also explore...

    $440
  • Mending Monday

    James City County Library 7770 Croaker Rd., Williamsburg, VA, United States

    Need to hem a pair of pants, stitch a rip, or shorten sleeves? Bring that project to the Williamsburg Library Maker Space and use our sewing machines and workspace to get it done. Library staff will assist with sewing resources and machine use for your project. Join us for a social way to work through...

    Free
  • Terrorism is Topic at NARFE’s April Lunch

    Colonial Heritage Club 6500 Arthur Hills Dr., Williamsburg, VA, United States

    Special Agent Dante Robinson, Virginia State Police, will speak about Counter-Terrorism and Criminal Interdiction (CCI) at the April 12 luncheon of the National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association. The CCI Section of the State Police is responsible for interdicting all threats of criminal activity occurring in the Commonwealth of Virginia, providing assistance to localities...

    $21.00
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    Art House Cafe Film Series

    Williamsburg Library Theatre 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA, United States

    This film series brings art house film flavor to your Tuesdays. Plus, meet new friends, hear from special guests, enjoy light refreshments, and have a discussion after the film. April 5: No film April 12: Icarus (2017), 2:00-4:05 p.m. Director Bryan Fogel’s investigation of doping in amateur sports led to more dangerous ground than he...

    Free
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    Fellowship in a Ring: A Sci-Fi/Fantasy Book Group

    James City County Library 7770 Croaker Rd, Williamsburg, VA, United States

    Fellowship in a Ring is a group dedicated to science fiction and fantasy books, films, television, and pop culture. A suggested reading list is provided prior to each meeting. Readers are also welcome to share other science fiction or fantasy titles or simply join in the group conversation. Contact nhollands@wrl.org or anorfolk@wrl.org for a suggested...

    Free
  • Windows on the Deep: Exploring the Ocean Floor

    Stryker Center 412 N. Boundary St, Williamsburg, VA, United States

    Alien-looking octopuses, captivating coral forests, and ghostly shipwrecks: learn what the NOAA ship Okeanos Explorer and its robotic subs are finding as they map the deep-sea floor, the planet’s last unexplored frontier. Talks @ 2 is a series of discussions about popular culture, history, and travel that meets on select Wednesday and Thursday afternoons.

    Free
  • Beginning Excel

    James City County Library 7770 Croaker Rd., Williamsburg, VA, United States

    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 Williamsburg Regional Library at 757.741.3300, option 2.

    Free
  • Celtic Film Series: “The Brylcreem Boys”

    Williamsburg Library Theatre 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA, United States

    G-13 ‧ 1998 ‧ Drama/Romance/War ‧ 1h 46min Based on actual events, this is the story of honor, courage, and passionate rivalries. In an effort to remain neutral, Ireland made a deal to intern any soldier, German or Allied, captured on Irish soil. During a dogfight, Allied pilot Miles Keogh (Bill Campbell) and German pilot...

    Free
  • Power in the Panels: A Graphic Novel Book Club

    Stryker Center 412 N. Boundary St, Williamsburg, VA, United States

    This month we’re discussing “The Many Deaths of Laila Starr” by Ram V. Humanity who is on the verge of discovering immortality. As a result, the avatar of Death is cast down to Earth to live a mortal life in Mumbai as twenty-something Laila Starr. Struggling with her newfound mortality, Laila has found a way...

    Free
  • A Scientist Walks Into A Bar: Graduate Student Edition

    Gloucester Brewing Company

    Gloucester Brewing Company will be our host as three VIMS graduate students give 5-minute fast-talks on the important research they are conducting. Talks will take place every 20 minutes. Drop in, interact with the students, and enter to win door prizes and discounts. Students will have posters of their research and be available to talk...

    Free
  • Bookmobile FunFest: Power Up Paper Airplanes

    Abram Frink Jr. Community Center 8901 Pocahontas Trail, Williamsburg, VA, United States

    Make your paper airplanes fly longer and farther by fitting your paper airplanes with high–quality paper plane engine designed to provide you with over 30 seconds of flying time. Experience the aerodynamic forces that make flight possible through various wing configurations. Come anytime between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. for more science activities and crafts...

    Free
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    Preschool Dance Party

    Stryker Center 412 N. Boundary St, Williamsburg, VA, United States

    What do you get when you add balloons and bubbles to music? A fantastic preschool dance party! Put on your dancing shoes and join Williamsburg Regional Library for an exciting hour of songs, movement, rhymes, and just plain fun. Parents, it’s a great time for you to share your best moves with your little ones...

    Free