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    Power in the Panels: A Graphic Novel Book Group

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

    July 13: Join us as we discuss the webcomic turned book “Nimona” by ND Stevenson. Copies available for physical checkout and digitally via https://wrl.overdrive.com/. August 10: For August we will be delving into the webcomic “Lackadaisy” which can be read online at https://lackadaisy.com/comic.php?comicid=1. September 14: September’s title is another webcomic titled “Ava’s Demon” which can...

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  • Bookmobile FunFest: Teeny Tiny Farm

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

    Come and meet miniature farm animals, plus horse rides for the first 50 children. Children of all ages are welcome. Plus, more science activities and crafts will be available between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Join WRL’s Bookmobile every Saturday for something to make, do learn, and play at Abram Frink Jr. Community Center. This...

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    Jigsaw Puzzling Summer Competition & Puzzle Swap

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

    Test your jigsaw puzzle skills in a competition for prizes and glory and swap out some of your puzzles. Team Puzzling: Teams of four will compete to finish a 500-piece puzzle within two hours. Don’t have a complete team of four? We’ll do our best to pair you up on the day of the contest....

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  • Author Talk with Charles Soule: NY Times Bestselling Author of Daredevil & She-Hulk

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

    Hear from the bestselling author of Death of Wolverine and The Oracle Year. Join library staff to view in the Teen Room at James City County Library or register and view virtually at libraryc.org/wrl These live events have interactive Q&A so viewers can ask questions directly to the author. All previous events are available for...

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  • Dessert Tasting

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

    Sample a variety of new treats and desserts. Learn about new treats and healthy dessert options. Ages 9+, no registration required, first come first served.

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  • Family DIY: Summer Wreath Making

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

    Make a summery, decorative wreath with a variety of materials. All you need to bring is your creativity! For all ages. Registration required. Call 757.741.3300, option 4 to register.

    Free
  • Writers’ Club: Crafting Your Story with POV

    Williamsburg Library 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA, 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+. Crafting Your Story With POV (Point of View): How To See Through...

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  • Paws to Read with K-9 Connection

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

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  • Watch-and-Play: “Finding Nemo” (2003)

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

    Join us for an interactive all-ages movie screening featuring crafts, snacks, and more. June 26: Trolls (PG 1hr 32min) July 17: Finding Nemo (G 1hr 30min) August 14: Frozen (PG 1hr 42min)

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  • Cinema @ Scotland Street: “Eiffel” (2021)

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

    Tasked with creating “something spectacular” for the 1889 World’s Fair, Gustave Eiffel finds himself creatively stumped, until he encounters a mysterious woman from his past. Loosely based on the creation of the Eiffel Tower, this French film has a heavy dose of romance amidst the engineering details. Romain Duris and Emma Mackey star under the...

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    WRL’s 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 who are film experts, enjoy light refreshments, and have a discussion after the film. July 4 – Closed for 4th of July July 11, 2:00-3:40 pm: Peace by Chocolate (2021) After their chocolate shop is bombed...

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  • Pompom Wreath (JCCL)

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

    Join us in making a cute and colorful wreath out of pompoms! For ages 13+ Registration is encouraged by calling 757.741.3300, option 2.

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