Williamsburg Neighbors

Beers & Gears Charity Car Show
2025-07-19 09:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Jamestown-Williamsburg Airport, 100 Marclay Drive, Williamsburg, VA, 23185, United States
This is only for people that want to enter their car.
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Categories
Best Antique (pre-1925)
Best Vintage (1925–1948)
Best Classic (1949–1989)
Best Modern Classic (1990–2009)
Best Contemporary (2010–present)
Best Motorcycle
Best Electric Vehicle (NEW THIS YEAR)
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$20 registration fee for Beers & Gears Car Show. $25 day of event.
When: Saturday, July 19
Where: Jamestown-Williamsburg Airport
100 Marclay Dr, Williamsburg, VA 23185
Registration 9am-12pm
Judging 12pm-1pm
Trophies 1:15pm-1:30pm
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Raffle tickets 1 for $5 or 5 for $20
Food Trucks on site
Music & Announcements by live DJ
All proceeds go to the Sandy Rico Foundation.

Bookmobile FunFest @ Frink: Books, Bubbles, and Foam!
2025-07-19 10:00 - 13:00 | Abram Frink Jr. Community Center, 8901 Pocahontas Trail, Williamsburg, VA, 23185, United States
Experience unique foam happy fun with a foam cannon that shoots out foam bubbles up to 6 feet high and explore the science of bubbles that you can bounce and roll in your hand. Plus, enjoy free snacks and Freeze Pops at noon!

Glowforge - Build a Gift Box (WL)
2025-07-19 10:30 - 12:00 | Williamsburg Library, 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA, 23185, United States
Create a special gift box to hold treasures, using materials prepared on the Glowforge laser engraver and cutter. You can work with a staff member to use the design program to add simple lettering or an image to make the box extra special. Registration required, please sign up at https://libcal.wrl.org/event/14649691; limit of 8 people. Teens welcome!

Medicare Made Clear 2025 (WL)
2025-07-19 11:30 - 13:00 | Stryker Center at the Williamsburg Regional Library, 412 N. Boundary Street, Williamsburg, VA, 23185, United States
Join Gina Bundy, formerly of UnitedHealthcare, to learn all about your Medicare choices.
We’ll also share tools and resources to help you understand the coverage that may be right for you, including a free educational guide.
To register, call 757-741-3300 and choose Option 2.

Storytime & Craft: Rainforest Friends (JCCL)
2025-07-19 14:00 - 15:00 | James City County Library, 7770 Croaker Rd., Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Come listen to stories and make a craft on a different theme every week.
Space is limited; pick up a ticket at the Youth Services desk starting 30 minutes before the program to reserve your spot.
July 19: Rainforest Friends
July 26: Paper Plate Boats
August 2: Affirmation Jars
August 9: TBD

Next Chapter Book Club (WL)
2025-07-19 14:00 - 15:00 | Williamsburg Library, 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA, 23185, United States
Join a unique book group for teens and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Each month we will meet to read together, talk about different worlds and interesting characters, and learn about exciting new things. Reading skills are not required. All books are provided by the library.
Please contact Lniedzwick@wrl.org for more information.

“We Shall Carry On”: Colonial Williamsburg’s Participation in the War Effort, 1940-1945 (WL)
2025-07-19 14:00 - 15:00 | Williamsburg Library Theatre, 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA, 23185, United States
World War II brought many changes to Williamsburg including a new focus for Colonial Williamsburg’s educational and hospitality objectives. Numerous military units toured Colonial Williamsburg and attended lectures and films at the Williamsburg Theater as part of the Soldier Sailor Training Program funded by the Rockefellers. Colonial Williamsburg hotels, guest houses, and restaurants boosted morale by housing and feeding thousands of soldiers and their families, while Colonial Williamsburg staff contributed to the war effort through many avenues, such as cultivating victory gardens, entertaining the troops, conducting war bond drives, and serving as airplane lookouts. All these efforts underscored the wartime motto adopted by Colonial Williamsburg, “We Shall Carry On.”

Writers' Club - An Author’s Guide to Book Clubs: How To Show Up and Shine (WL)
2025-07-20 14:00 - 15:00 | 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+.
Topic: An Author’s Guide to Book Clubs: How To Show Up and Shine
Ever wonder what you’re supposed to say at a book club when everyone’s looking at you? Do you worry about how to handle that one reader who really didn’t like your ending?
In this practical workshop, you’ll learn how to:
• Tailor your tone to match the group’s vibe
• Ask great questions that spark thoughtful responses
• Field off-topic conversation without losing your flow
• Prep personal stories that make you unforgettable (in a good way!)
• Connect with readers so they stay with you for the long haul
This free Williamsburg Regional Library 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. Presenter Janet Morris Belvin is the author of five books, including Southern Stories from the Porch Swing and The Refuge. Her newest book, The Amazing Grace, recently hit bookshelves.

Paws to Read (JCCL)
2025-07-20 14:30 - 15:30 | James City County Library, 7770 Croaker Rd., Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Reading is even more fun when you can share it with a fluffy, four-legged friend, and it’s a great way for beginning readers to practice with a patient audience.
Drop in to read a story to trained therapy dogs, no registration required.

Watch & Play Movie: "Elemental" 2023, PG (JCCL)
2025-07-21 08:00 - 17:00 | James City County Library, 7770 Croaker Rd., Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Join us for an interactive all-ages movie screening with a variety of fun activities to play along with the movie.
This month, we’ll watch Elemental (2023, rated PG, 1 hour 41 minutes).

Tween Lounge: Perler Beads (WL)
2025-07-21 12:00 - 14:00 | Williamsburg Library, 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA, 23185, United States
Have a snack, make a craft, play games, or just hang out with friends. Every week has something new: board games, video games, crafts, and more. For ages 9-12.
July 21: Perler Beads
July 28: Zen Garden in a Box
August 4: Origami

WRL's Cinema @ Scotland St.: Cabrini (2024) PG-13
2025-07-21 17:00 - 20:00 | Williamsburg Library Theatre, 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA, 23185, United States
The true-life story of Saint Frances Xavier Cabrini, an Italian emigrant who came to the U.S. in 1889 and founded the Missionary Sisters of the Sacred Heart to help the impoverished. She became the first U.S. citizen to be canonized and is revered as the patron saint of immigrants.
Cristiana Dell’Anna plays Cabrini with John Lithgow and David Morse costarring.
2hrs 22min

Puppet Storytime @ JCCL
2025-07-22 10:00 - 11:00 | James City County Library, 7770 Croaker Rd, Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
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.

Teen Tuesday (JCCL)
2025-07-22 10:00 - 12:00 | James City County Library, 7770 Croaker Rd, Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Join other teens in the teen room for STEAM-themed learning activities and fun 10am-12pm every Tuesday. This month we’ll work on Sewing, Painting, leather stamping and more!
Bring your creativity and curiosity. For ages 13-18.

Terrific Tuesdays (JCCL)
2025-07-22 10:30 - 12:00 | James City County Library, 7770 Croaker Rd., Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Enjoy some summer sunshine after puppet storytime with lawn toys and other outdoor activities at the James City County Library. Weather permitting; all ages welcome.

Exploring Stormwater (WL)
2025-07-22 14:00 - 15:00 | Williamsburg Library, 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA, 23185, United States
Join educators from the James City County Stormwater and Resource Protection division to learn about stormwater, and how we can help prevent water pollution. This community highlight for Water Week is recommended for ages 7-12.
Space is limited; pick up a ticket at the Youth Services desk starting 30 minutes before the programs to reserve your spot.

WRL's Art House Café: "The Trip to Italy" (2014) NR
2025-07-22 14:00 - 16:00 | Williamsburg Library Theatre, 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA, 23185, United States
This film series brings art house film flavor to your Tuesdays. Plus, meet new friends, hear from special guests who are film experts, and have a discussion after the film.
The Trip to Italy (2014) NR
Two British comedians (Steve Coogan, Rob Brydon) take a scenic tour of Italy, seeing the sights, sampling the cuisine, and engaging in lively conversation. Directed by Michael Winterbottom, this film is the second of a four-film series. 1hr 48min.
Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_9gQqz1U4PY
After the film, take a mini-vacation to Italy with a sampling of Italian snacks in the Library Gallery!

Connection Support Group - NAMI Williamsburg
2025-07-22 19:00 - 20:30 | Virtual on Zoom
Connection Support Group is for people living with a mental health condition.

Family Support Group - NAMI Williamsburg
2025-07-22 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
2025-07-22 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!

Chris Campbell: Music for Kids! @ JCCL
2025-07-23 10:00 - 11:00 | James City County Library, 7770 Croaker Rd., Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Kids of all ages will be enthralled as Chris Campbell — singer, songwriter, musician, and ventriloquist — performs an upbeat and interactive program for the entire family. Chris’ music is completely live and original, with a sound that is an acoustic blend of folk and pop.
Space is limited; pick up a ticket at the Youth Services desk starting 30 minutes before the program to reserve your spot.

Chris Campbell: Music for Kids! @ WL
2025-07-23 13:30 - 14:30 | Williamsburg Library Theatre, 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA, 23185, United States
Kids of all ages will be enthralled as Chris Campbell — singer, songwriter, musician, and ventriloquist — performs an upbeat and interactive program for the entire family. Chris’ music is completely live and original, with a sound that is an acoustic blend of folk and pop.

Memory Café (WL)
2025-07-23 13:30 - 15:00 | Stryker Center at the Williamsburg Regional Library, 412 N. Boundary Street, Williamsburg, VA, 23185, United States
This social gathering is for those personally dealing with memory loss and their caregivers. The Café is hosted by trained facilitators, offering a chance for unstructured conversation, refreshments, and getting to know others in the community with similar memory changes.
Who is invited? Anyone with memory loss or concerns with memory loss is welcome to come. Care Partners and/or spouses are expected to attend as well. RSVP is not required and there is no cost to attend.
Join us the fourth Wednesday of each month. For more information, contact 757-220-4751 or 757-345-6277.
Sponsored by The Martha W. Goodson Center, Peninsula Agency on Aging, and Williamsburg Regional Library.
https://www.riversideonline.com/lifelong-health-and-aging/lifelong-health-and-aging/martha-w-goodson-center
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Learn to Play Chess @ JCCL
2025-07-23 17:00 - 18:30 | James City County Library, 7770 Croaker Rd., Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Learn and practice the classic game of chess every Wednesday. Recommended for beginners ages 6+.

Nintendo Switch Open Play (JCCL)
2025-07-23 18:00 - 19:30 | James City County Library, 7770 Croaker Rd, Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Play a variety of Nintendo Switch games on the big screen, including MarioKart 8, Mario Party Jamboree, and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. Recommended for ages 7+.

Catch-A-Craft: Suncatchers (JCCL)
2025-07-24 10:00 - 18:00 | James City County Library, 7770 Croaker Rd, Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Get creative with a new craft every week. No registration required; drop in any time!
July 24: Suncatchers
July 31: Stick Families
August 7: Bookmarks

Cricut Flower Suncatchers (WL)
2025-07-24 11:00 - 12:00 | Williamsburg Library, 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA, 23185, United States
Use materials cut by the Cricut to make a colorful flower suncatcher! For ages 13+.
Registration required, please sign up at https://libcal.wrl.org/event/14657208

Genealogy: Intro to Fold3 (WL)
2025-07-24 14:00 - 15:30 | Williamsburg Library, 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA, 23185, United States
Find Your Veteran Ancestors in Fold3
Fold3 is Ancestry’s resource for U.S. military records from the American Revolution to WWII, including Civil War pensions and service records, plus city directories and other records of interest to family historians.
We’ll show you how to log in for free with your WRL library card and explore what you might find out about your military ancestors. Please register at https://libcal.wrl.org/event/14655290

Jukebox Bingo at the L.A.B.
2025-07-24 18:00 - 20:00 | Alewerks L.A.B., 5711-36 Richmond Rd, Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
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. Whether you’re a music lover, a bingo enthusiast, or just looking for a fun night out, Jukebox Bingo has something for everyone. And now, with delicious pizza on the menu, you’ve got all the ingredients for the perfect evening. The fun starts at the L.A.B.—don’t miss out!

Puppet Storytime @ SC
2025-07-25 10:00 - 11:00 | Stryker Center at the Williamsburg Regional Library, 412 N. Boundary Street, Williamsburg, VA, 23185, United States
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 Stryker Center desk starting 30 minutes before the program to reserve your spot.
