Each month during the school year we celebrate emerging literacy by reading and participating in fun activities based on a different early reader book. There is no commitment to attend every meeting. Includes a copy of the book to keep. Space is limited; pick up a free ticket at the children’s desk beginning 30 minutes...
The Three Jolly Coachmen perform in tribute to The Kingston Trio, one of the hottest popular music acts in America in the late 1950s and early 1960s during the boom of American folk music. Gary Allen, Joe Duggan, Greg Davy and bassist Andy Petkofsky faithfully and lovingly recreate the sound of songs the Kingston Trio...
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a free concert featuring a guitar quartet of members from the Tidewater Guitar Orchestra. One of the first of its kind in the United States, the Tidewater Guitar Orchestra is an ensemble of more than a dozen accomplished guitarists who use the lush timbral resources of an orchestra of guitars...
Herding cats? Puss in boots on canvas? A purring pun or two. Ver-Meerkat? We've got it all in this lighthearted survey of artists' representations of cats in various artistic roles. Led by Muscarelle Museum of Art docent Lisa Smith. Event takes place in the Williamsburg Library Theatre at 515 Scotland Street. Free and open to...
During the Irish War of Independence, two brothers fight a guerrilla war against British government forces. NR, 2h, 7m Watch trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?si=X1HuhIeWLANfe9rZ The Celtic Film Series in the Williamsburg Library Theatre runs the 2nd Thursday of each month from September 2023 through May 2024 (except November which is scheduled for November 2nd). The Celtic...
October 12: October’s title is “M is for Monster” by Talia Dutton. When Doctor Frances Ai’s younger sister Maura died in a tragic accident six months ago, Frances swore she would bring her back to life. However, the creature that rises from the slab is clearly not Maura.
Is becoming a master gardener on your bucket list? JCCW Master Gardeners Sue Barton, Terry McGlennon, and Elizabeth Myers will share the ins and outs of Master Gardener Training, including registration, classroom training and volunteer requirements to become a certified Extension Master Gardener. In addition, they will also share information regarding the community services Master...
Tired of paying that high bill for Cox TV? Learn how to save money every month by not paying the cable company for channels you don’t watch. Learn about options for streaming the same Live TV channels you get from Cox, over your Home Wi-Fi for $25-$70 a month with no annual contracts. You can...
Learn how to decorate your own mini jack o’lantern cake to take home. For ages 13+. Spots are limited so call 757.741.3300, option 2 to register. Located in the Schell room
Explore the Virginia Living Museum’s non-living collections and uncover Virginia’s natural history! Prepare and identify all types of fossils found in Virginia! Search through materials to find marine animals that existed here millions of years ago. Keep an eye out for Virginia’s very own state fossil, Chesapecten jeffersonius! Fossils play an important role in understanding...
Finding it hard to track revisions and changes? Struggling to keep your book research organized? In this practical workshop, you’ll discover the amazing potential of Scrivener, a software tool designed to boost your writing productivity. You’ll learn: How to use the corkboard feature to plan and arrange your novel The ease of compiling your story...
Enjoy a lively afternoon with the Williamsburg A Cappella Singers performing a selection of favorite classics. Located in the WL Theater