Sharing the news with others? In the digital age, anyone can publish anything on the internet, even if it's completely false. This lecture will explain the way technology has made it easier to create and spread misinformation. We'll discuss tools to evaluate news sources and review helpful fact-checking sites. You'll learn why it's important to...
Discover the difference between magic and science. From paper that seems to disappear to balls floating in columns of air, this show will entertain and educate as kids learn about air pressure, combustion, and the chilly properties of dry ice.
Learn and practice the classic game of chess every Wednesday. Recommended for beginners ages 6+.
Get creative with a new craft every week. No registration required; drop in any time! July 10: Beaded Necklaces July 17: Flapping Birds & Butterflies July 24: Suncatchers July 31: Stick Families August 7: Bookmarks
The Throwback Thursday Film Series screens a variety of classic and contemporary movies for an adult audience. All films are shown in the Williamsburg Library Theatre. Jul. 10: A Foreign Affair (1948) NR A U.S. congresswoman sent to investigate troop morale in Germany following the end of WWII is shocked to find evidence of collusion...
Please join us for our monthly meeting at Coleman’s Nursery. All are welcome. July's topic will be: The Many Uses of Wax with guest speaker Kristine Smith. Social hour is from 6:00 pm to 6:30 pm with presentations starting at 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm.
Looking for a unique way to unwind? Join us at the L.A.B. for Jukebox Bingo—a lively twist on traditional bingo that’s all about the music! Dance along to your favorite tunes, sip on refreshing Alewerks brews, and let the good times roll. It’s free to play, family-friendly, and full of chances to win awesome prizes....
Sing and dance with our puppets and enjoy books, flannel board stories, and other activities. Recommended for ages 3+. Space is limited; pick up a ticket at the Youth Services desk starting 30 minutes before the program to reserve your spot.
Meeting at the visitor center in Freedom Park, second Friday of every month at 10 am. Wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather as we will be walking one of the Freedom Park trails while we discuss the month’s book choice, All Creatures Great and Small by James Herriot We'll also distribute copies of...
It’s a party on the plaza all summer long! Join us on City Square outside the Williamsburg Library each Friday after Puppet Storytime for children's games, activities, and snacks. Weather permitting; all ages welcome.
Learn how to make quilted blocks on an embroidery machine. This advanced class is a tutorial on the basics of creating 5x5 inch quilted blocks which can then be assembled and joined into a finished product of your choice using a sewing machine or by hand. This class will use the Half-Square Triangle (HST) pattern....
Go head-to-head in a Super Smash Bros. tournament. No registration required, for ages 9-18. Latecomers cannot be guaranteed a spot in the tournament.