Whether you are an experienced player or new to the game, drop in to play and learn in this casual, drop-in chess program.

Fellowship in a Ring is dedicated to science fiction and fantasy books, films, television, and pop culture. A suggested reading list is provided prior to each meeting. Readers are also welcome to share other science fiction or fantasy titles or simply join in the group conversation. Contact nhollands@wrl.org or anorfolk@wrl.org for suggested book list.

The Peninsula Concert Band will present selections from a broad range of band music that includes marches, contemporary show tunes, concert band versions of classical orchestral music, patriotic medleys, and traditional works for concert band. Free admission, no tickets required.

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. A Gift from Bob (2020) NR A down-on-his-luck street musician faces a crisis when animal welfare authorities threaten to take away his beloved pet cat at Christmas. This sentimental...

WRL’s teen volunteer group meets the first Thursday of the month to share ideas for library services and work on various tasks. Application and orientation required. Call 757-741-3300 for more information.

Join music educators from the Early Childhood Music School for an interactive morning of singing, moving, instrument playing, and more. Recommended for ages 3 to 5. Space is limited; pick up a free ticket at the Youth Services desk starting 30 minutes before the program.

This presentation will assess why Great Britain and the United States approached emancipation differently. In Britain’s case, the willingness of Caribbean sugar planters to accept the Government’s compensation offer derived from a conviction that liberalisation of the national economy was inevitable and would ultimately undermine the economics of West Indian sugar production. In the United...