Williamsburg Neighbors

WRL Writers' Club: Should You Publish an Audio Version of Your Book?
2025-12-05 22:24 (America/New_York) | Stryker Center at the Williamsburg Regional Library, 412 N. Boundary Street, Williamsburg, VA, 23185, United States
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. Led by local author/editor Brian Forrester. For ages 13+.
This month’s topic:
Have you ever wondered if your story deserves to be heard as well as read? Are you unsure if investing in an audiobook is worth it?
In this practical workshop, you’ll learn:
Why audiobooks are transforming the publishing world
The top-selling genres and what that means for your book
How professional narrators elevate your story
The audiobook production process for both author and narrator
How much it costs to create an audiobook
This free Williamsburg Regional Library workshop is presented by professional narrators Elizabeth Wiley and Jess Moran. Elizabeth is an award-winning narrator with a decade of experience in a wide range of audiobook genres and is a Professor Emerita of the College of William & Mary where she taught Acting, Voice & Speech, Dialects, Physical Theatre, and Shakespeare Performance. Jess has professional training in the Shenandoah Conservatory and has produced numerous narrations for a variety of books, growing her reputation in character development.
The workshop is led by Brian Forrester, the author of two young adult novels and an award-winning copywriter for a Williamsburg marketing agency. His newly released book is Color The Sky With Song.

Paranormal Investigations in Museums and Historic Sites (JCCL)
2025-12-05 22:24 | James City County Library, 7770 Croaker Rd., Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Do you believe in ghosts? Have you watched ghost hunters on TV shows? Have you wondered how people investigate the paranormal? If you love museums and history you will love this unique public lecture.
Conservator and museum consultant David Harvey will explore the ground where the paranormal and museums meet. What is the paranormal? How do you research what is going on? How are investigations done? There is a growing demand for paranormal investigations and programs at museums and historic sites. Museums and historic sites need policies, what are the pros-and-cons to these activities?
David Harvey lives in Los Angeles. He has a long career in history and conservation. David worked at Colonial Williamsburg for 20 years. Then he went on to be the head of objects conservation at the University of Denver, and then as the senior conservator of objects and architecture for a private firm in Los Angeles. He has been the principal conservator and museum consultant for his own business since 2008. He develops and teaches online courses for museum and conservation professionals around the world. David has also been a paranormal researcher and consultant for 20 years, and has investigated iconic historic sites such as The Queen Mary, Alcatraz, Preston Castle, The Stanley Hotel, Columbia State Historic Park, and has done over 60 residential cases.

Williamsburg Farmers Market
2024-03-16 08:00 - 2024-12-21 12:00, 2024-03-23 08:00 - 2024-12-28 12:00, 2024-03-30 08:00 - 2025-01-04 12:00, 2024-04-06 08:00 - 2025-01-11 12:00, 2024-04-13 08:00 - 2025-01-18 12:00, 2024-04-20 08:00 - 2025-01-25 12:00, 2024-04-27 08:00 - 2025-02-01 12:00, 2024-05-04 08:00 - 2025-02-08 12:00 and 3 more dates | 345 W. Duke of Gloucester Street, 345 W. Duke of Gloucester Street, Williamsburg, VA, 23185, United States
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) Club (Memorial Day through Labor Day), and learn while you shop! February 10th, and every Saturday, March 16th through December 21st, 2024. The Market accepts cash, credit cards, SNAP, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and W&M Express. Visit our website for music, entertainment, and vendor information.

Performance Chiropractic's Annual Food & Needs Drive
2024-10-24 08:00 - 2024-11-22 17:00 | Performance Chiropractic, 1307 Jamestown Road #103, Williamsburg, VA, 23815, United States
In the spirit of generosity, Performance Chiropractic in Williamsburg VA, is proud to host its annual Food & Needs drive in partnership with FISH Inc. In this season, we’re focusing on giving back to our community and supporting those less fortunate – and we need your help! We invite you to donate essential items to benefit individuals and families in need.

Williamsburg AARP Tax Aide
2024-10-28 08:00 - 2024-11-16 17:00 | VA
Williamsburg AARP Foundation Tax-Aide is seeking volunteers for the upcoming tax season. Tax-Aide volunteers provide free tax preparation and filing services to taxpayers, as
well as provide customer service, tech support, and more at both of our libraries. More than 70 volunteers served more than 3,000 taxpayers last year
New volunteer opportunities:
Tax Counselor – Interview clients, assess their tax situation, prepare the federal and state tax returns to be e-filed. Counselors receive 40 hours of training, prepare practice returns, and take test on procedures, standards, preparation. Counselors should expect to work 1 or 2 shifts per week.
Client Facilitator: Greet, register, and screen clients; handle appointments and
record status of each return. Facilitators receive 8-10 hours of training take
two 10 question tests on procedures and standards
If you would like to join the team or have questions, please reach out to our Williamsburg recruitment team by sending an email to TaxAideD13@gmail.com. Finally, more information is available at aarpfoundation.org/taxaidevolunteer and at 888-AARP NOW (888-227-7669).
AARP membership is not required.
We are neighbors helping neighbors

Sew a Wristlet Key Fob or Dog Leash (JCCL)
2024-11-04 09:00 - 12:00 | James City County Library, 7770 Croaker Rd., Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Make a snappy wristlet key fob or dog leash. Beginner sewers welcome. Supplies provided. Bring your own machine (in good working order) or use one of the library’s sewing machines. Space is limited. For ages 13+.
Reservations required. Please call (757) 741-3300, option 2 to register.

WhoDunnits: A Mystery Book Group - "The Thursday Murder Club" by Richard Osman (JCCL)
2024-11-05 18:30 | James City County Library, 7770 Croaker Rd., Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
This month, WhoDunnits will be reading The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman.
Four residents of Coopers Chase, a retirement village in Kent, England, compete with the police to solve a murder in this debut novel by British TV celebrity Richard Osman. The Thursday Murder Club began with a group of septuagenarians working on cold murder cases, but they are handed new mysteries when the shady developer of the retirement village is found dead, and an extra body is found in the graveyard ordered destroyed by the developer. Fans of Christopher Fowler’s Bryant and May and Lynn Truss’ Constable Twitten mysteries will enjoy this.
“The character-driven mystery, featuring a group of sleuths all too aware of their own mortality, and a likable pair of cops, is suspenseful, funny, and poignant.” – LJ Reviews
WhoDunnits is a discussion group devoted to mysteries of all kinds and meets the first Tuesday of every month.

Connection Support Group - NAMI Williamsburg
2024-11-05 19:00 - 20:30 | Virtual on Zoom
Connection Support Group is for people living with a mental health condition.

Family Support Group - NAMI Williamsburg
2024-11-05 19:00 - 20:30 | Virtual on Zoom
Family Support Group for family members, caregivers and concerned friends of people living with a mental health condition.

Speedquizzing Trivia at Alewerks Every Tuesday
2024-11-05 19:00 - 21:00 | Alewerks Brewing Company, 189B Ewell Rd, Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Every Tuesday, come to Alewerks and play Speedquizzing Trivia, hosted by Matt Chambers of Squared Away Entertainment! Bald Guys Pies is serving up your favorite pizzas from 4-8.
The fun begins at 7:00! Trivia Rounds to include General Knowledge, Music, and Specialty Themed Rounds, and the top 3 teams will win great prizes! First Place will be crowned the Speedquizzing Trivia Champion! Follow the Facebook group, ‘Friends of Speedquizzing’ for hints and other details!

Pinecone Flower Wreath (JCCL)
2024-11-06 15:00 | James City County Library, 7770 Croaker Rd., Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Craft a festive fall wreath adorned with pinecone pieces! For ages 13+.
Spots are limited so please call (757) 741–3300, option 2 to register.

Film: A Roadtrip Across a Divided America
2024-11-06 16:00 - 18:00 | Williamsburg Library Theatre, 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA, 23185, United States
It’s been a long election season, and no matter who wins on November 5, we can feel good about the fact that people have more in common than our politics might suggest. This new documentary follows filmmaker Joseph Sim’s journey on a summer-long road trip across the United States that asks, “How did we lose connection with our neighbor, and more importantly, how do we get it back?” The film screening will be followed by a discussion. Join us for an uplifting alternative to watching the latest election news!
Advance registration is strongly encouraged. Tickets are available for free (promo code: “BRAVER”) or by donation, and all donations support the Central/Eastern Virginia Alliance of Braver Angels, the nation’s largest cross-partisan, volunteer-led movement to bridge the partisan divide. Learn more at braverangels.org

Fellowship in a Ring: A Sci-Fi/Fantasy Book Group (JCCL)
2024-11-06 18:30 - 20:00 | James City County Library, 7770 Croaker Rd., Williamsburg, VA, 23188, 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 book list, or send a request to join the Facebook group for details.

Live Well Expo
2024-11-07 09:00 - 11:30 | James City County Recreation Center, 5301 Longhill Rd, Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Learn about senior services available in the community including nutrition, home health care, social and recreational services and more! Free preventive health screenings, medication checks (bring medications) and vaccinations (free based on insurance; bring insurance card). Raffle prizes, too! This event is open to Ages 55+. For more information, contact Amy Fiedor, 757-259-4178.

Introduction to Libby (JCCL)
2024-11-07 10:00 | James City County Library, 7770 Croaker Rd., Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Learn how to use the library’s one-stop shop for ebooks and eaudiobooks. Please bring the mobile device you want to read or listen on (smartphone, tablet, ereader).
You will need to know your library card number, your password for downloading apps, and your Amazon password if using a Kindle device. We will also go over using Libby on a desktop computer.
Seating is limited; please register by calling 757.741.3300, and select option 2 to sign up.

Complex Histories: American Archaeology and Indigenous Heritage (WRL)
2024-11-07 14:00 | Stryker Center at the Williamsburg Regional Library, 412 N. Boundary Street, Williamsburg, VA, 23185, United States
Between the late eighteenth and late nineteenth centuries, white perceptions of Native Americans’ relationship to landscapes of antiquity changed dramatically, from the acknowledgment of Native stewardship of indigenous sites to academic arguments for legislation to protect “ruins” from Native vandals. This shift reflected a growing skepticism of full indigenous membership in the nation that reverberates today. In this talk, Justin Estreicher, doctoral candidate in History at William & Mary, will explain how promoters and practitioners of archaeology historically excluded Native stories from both their discipline and the national narrative.
The Emerging Scholars Series is a partnership between the Arts & Sciences Graduate Center at William & Mary and the Williamsburg Regional Library. The series features W&M graduate students in talks hosted by the WRL intended to bring cutting-edge research to the local community. View the complete 24-25 Series schedule on the William & Mary website.
Emerging Scholars is an exciting ongoing series highlighting the latest research on a variety of topics coming out of William & Mary’s graduate programs in Arts & Sciences.

WRL's Throwback Thursday Film Series: The Hound of the Baskervilles (1939) NR
2024-11-07 14:00 | Williamsburg Library Theatre, 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA, 23185, United States
Now in its 21st year, the Throwback Thursday Film Series screens a variety of classic movies for an adult audience.
November’s theme: Pretty Good “B” Movies
Nov. 7: The Hound of the Baskervilles (1939) NR
Sherlock Holmes (Basil Rathbone) and Dr. Watson (Nigel Bruce) investigate when the heir to an isolated estate in the moors claims that he is being pursued by a giant, supernatural hound. Rathbone is great as the master detective in this fine version of Conan Doyle’s famous tale, which costars John Carradine, Wendy Barrie, and E.E. Clive. 1hr 20min

Teen Advisory Group - TAG (WL)
2024-11-07 18:00 | Williamsburg Library, 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA, 23185, United States
WRL’s teen volunteer group meets the first Thursday of the month to share ideas for library services and work on various tasks. Application and orientation required.

Jukebox Bingo at the L.A.B.
2024-11-07 18:00 - 20:00 | Alewerks L.A.B., 5711-36 Richmond Rd, Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
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!

“This Troubled Ground” Author Talk with Les Carrol (WL)
2024-11-08 10:00 - 12:00 | Williamsburg Library, 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA, 23185, United States
Author and retired U.S. Air Force veteran Les Carroll will talk about his experiences during his tours of Afghanistan and the Air Force Mortuary Affairs Operations Center at Dover Air Force Base and how they led to crafting his novel, This Troubled Ground.
