• The Bird Migration Challenge (JCCL)

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

    Some birds migrate during the spring and fall. They face many challenges during their long flights, but there are things that you can do to help. Join the Master Naturalists to learn more about ways to help birds during their journeys.This community highlight for Wildlife Week is recommended for ages 7-12. Space is limited; pick...

    Free
  • Beers & Gears Charity Car Show

    Jamestown-Williamsburg Airport 100 Marclay Drive, Williamsburg, VA, United States

    This is only for people that want to enter their car. ----- 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) ----- $20 registration fee for Beers & Gears Car Show. $25 day of event. When: Saturday, July 19...

  • Bookmobile FunFest @ Frink: Books, Bubbles, and Foam!

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

    Free
  • Glowforge – Build a Gift Box (WL)

    Williamsburg Library 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA, 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...

    Free
  • Medicare Made Clear 2025 (WL)

    Stryker Center at the Williamsburg Regional Library 412 N. Boundary Street, Williamsburg, VA, 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.

    Free
  • Storytime & Craft: Rainforest Friends (JCCL)

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

    Free
  • Next Chapter Book Club (WL)

    Williamsburg Library 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA, 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.

    Free
  • “We Shall Carry On”: Colonial Williamsburg’s Participation in the War Effort, 1940-1945 (WL)

    Williamsburg Library Theatre 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA, 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...

    Free
  • Writers’ Club – An Author’s Guide to Book Clubs: How To Show Up and Shine (WL)

    Stryker Center at the Williamsburg Regional Library 412 N. Boundary Street, 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+. Topic: An Author’s Guide to Book Clubs: How To Show Up and...

    Free
  • Paws to Read (JCCL)

    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.

    Free
  • Watch & Play Movie: “Elemental” 2023, PG (JCCL)

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

    Free
  • Tween Lounge: Perler Beads (WL)

    Williamsburg Library 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA, 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

    Free