Williamsburg Neighbors

Family Support Group - NAMI Williamsburg
2025-08-12 19:00 - 20:30, 2025-08-05 19:00 - 20:30, 2025-07-29 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Virtual on Zoom
Family Support Group for family members, caregivers and concerned friends of people living with a mental health condition.

Connection Support Group - NAMI Williamsburg
2025-08-12 19:00 - 20:30, 2025-08-05 19:00 - 20:30, 2025-07-29 19:00 - 20:30 | Virtual on Zoom
Connection Support Group is for people living with a mental health condition.

WRL's Art House Café: "Dior and I" (2014) R
2025-08-12 14:00 - 15:30 | 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.
Dior and I (2014), R
Come behind the scenes of the legendary Christian Dior fashion house in this documentary, which follows the creation of a new artistic director’s first haute couture collection. 1hr 30min.
Watch the trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-AbdLH9-wGg

Teen Tuesday (JCCL)
2025-08-12 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.

Paws to Read (JCCL)
2025-08-10 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.

Next Chapter Book Club (WL)
2025-08-09 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.

Storytime & Craft (JCCL)
2025-08-09 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.

3D Printing 101 (JCCL)
2025-08-09 10:00 - 11:00 | James City County Library, 7770 Croaker Rd, Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Learn the basics of 3D printing and all the ways it’s being used from medical devices to homes! For ages 13+. No registration required.

Teens Night Out (JCCL)
2025-08-08 18:00 - 20:00 | James City County Library, 7770 Croaker Rd., Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Teens can enjoy games, crafts, and other activities this Friday evening at the James City County library teen room!
No registration required.

Fun Fridays (WL)
2025-08-08 10:30 - 12:00 | City Square Plaza, 412 N Boundary St, Williamsburg, VA, 23185, United States
It’s a party on the plaza all summer long! Join us on City Square outside the Williamsburg Library each Friday after Puppet Storytime for children’s games, activities, and snacks.
Weather permitting, all ages welcome.

BINGO at the L.A.B.
2025-08-07 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-07-31 18:00 - 20:00 | Alewerks L.A.B., 5711-36 Richmond Rd, Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Looking for something fun to do? Head to the L.A.B. for BINGO! It’s free to play, family-friendly, and packed with good vibes. Gather your friends, sip on your favorite Alewerks brews, and test your luck for a chance to win awesome prizes. Plus, there’s pizza now, so you can fuel your game night with some delicious slices! The L.A.B. is open from 12 to 8—come hang out, play!

WRL's Throwback Thursday: "The French Connection" (1971) R
2025-08-07 14:00 - 15:45 | Williamsburg Regional Library Theater, 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA, 23185, United States
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.
Remembering Gene Hackman
Aug. 7: The French Connection (1971) R
A pair of New York City detectives (Gene Hackman, Roy Scheider) try to take down a French criminal gang smuggling drugs into the U.S. This gritty, fast-paced thriller won five Academy Awards including Best Picture, Director (William Friedkin), and Actor (Hackman). 1hr 44min

Catch-A-Craft - Bookmarks (JCCL)
2025-08-07 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!
August 7: Bookmarks

Speedquizzing Trivia at Alewerks
2025-08-05 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-07-29 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!

Global Summit on Sensors and Sensing Technologies
2025-08-04 09:00 - 2025-08-06 18:00 | VA
Research Connects cordially invites you to its Global Summit on Sensors and Sensing Technologies (SENSORS2025) which is going to be held in Frankfurt, Germany during August 04-06, 2025. Micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS), Nano -electromechanical systems (NEMS),Organ-On-Chip Sensors, Sensors for Aerospace, Optical Sensors, 3D Sensing Technology, Human-Computer Interaction, Signal Processing, Data Fusion in Sensor Systems, Sensors Technologies & Applications, Micro fluidics & Intelligent Circuits, Sensor Arrays & Chemo Metrics, Polymer and Semiconductor Materials for Sensors, Image Processing, Actuators and Sensor Power Systems, Sensing Principles and Mechanisms, Deep Learning in Sensors, Advanced Wireless Charging Technology, Ultrasonic, Acoustic, Noise and Vibration Sensors, Security and Reliability of WSN and IOT, Particle Accelerators and Detectors, Vision-Aided Sensing, Wearable Sensors and Healthcare Applications, Electronic Sensors, Devices and Systems, Analog and Digital Sensors, Internet-Based and other Remote Data Acquisition, Micro- and Nanofabrication Technologies/ Printing, Robotics, Sensors and Industry.

Karaoke Nights at Alewerks
2025-08-02 18:00 - 21:00 | Alewerks Brewing Company, 189B Ewell Rd, Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
https://www.facebook.com/events/9713451358715403/

First Fridays Recovery Service
2025-08-01 17:30 - 18:30 | Bruton Parish Church, 201 Duke of Gloucester St., Williamsburg, VA, 23185, United States
SpiritWorks Foundation hosts this monthly recovery service with prayers and readings that focus on helping people find ways to live faithfully in the midst of any kind of suffering, especially addiction, codependence, mental illness, and trauma. Tears are welcome, joy is celebrated, and all are embraced exactly as they are. During the service participants may light candles and write prayer requests. Join us in praying for those still struggling, mourning those we’ve lost, and celebrating with those experiencing recovery. All are welcome, whether or not you’re in recovery.

WRL's Throwback Thursday: "The Best Years of Our Lives" (1946) NR
2025-07-31 14:00 - 17:00 | Williamsburg Library Theatre, 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA, 23185, United States
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.
Jul. 31: The Best Years of Our Lives (1946) NR
William Wyler directed this powerful, emotionally resonant movie about three WWII vets who return to their Midwest hometown following the war and discover that they and the world they knew have irrevocably changed. Winner of seven Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Director, the film stars Dana Andrews, Fredric March, Myrna Loy, Teresa Wright, and Harold Russell. 2hrs 50 min

Catch-A-Craft: Stick Families (JCCL)
2025-07-31 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 31: Stick Families
August 7: Bookmarks

Learn to Play Chess (JCCL)
2025-07-30 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+.

Virginia Living Museum: Nature's Palette @ Stryker Center (WL)
2025-07-30 13:00 - 14:00 | Stryker Center at the Williamsburg Regional Library, 412 N. Boundary Street, Williamsburg, VA, 23185, United States
Explore the vibrant world of animals and the colors they inhabit. Discover how different species use color for survival, communication, and camouflage, and learn about the fascinating ways nature and colors come together. This program is intended for kids 6+.
Space is limited; pick up a ticket at the Youth Services desk starting 30 minutes before the program to reserve your spot.

Virginia Living Museum: Nature's Palette @ JCCL
2025-07-30 10:00 - 11:00 | James City County Library, 7770 Croaker Rd., Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States

WRL's Art House Café: "The Quilters" (2024) and "The Last Repair Shop" (2023)
2025-07-29 14:00 - 15:30 | 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 Quilters (2024) and The Last Repair Shop (2023)
Enjoy two award-winning short documentaries about people giving back to the world.
In The Quilters, men in a maximum-security prison design and sew personalized quilts for foster children. TV-14, 33min. Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K1j8RoIiMi8
The Last Repair Shop profiles a Los Angeles workshop in which a handful of devoted craftspeople maintain over 80,000 instruments for student musicians. TV-PG, 39min. Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HSLeqTWasO8
