Cena con Cuentos es un programa de lectura en español para familias hispanohablantes con niños de 0 a 10 años de edad. Se ofrece dos veces por mes: el primer martes (menos en enero) en Grove Christian Outreach Center (8800 Pocahontas Tr) y el tercer martes en el Stryker Center (412 N Boundary St), de...

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. April 2: Our (Almost Completely True) Love Story (2021) R A tall actress meets a short comedian in a bird store. He’s...

Enjoy the spring weather and pick up all the supplies you need for a miniature garden with a real succulent plant. Plant your succulent and decorate with gnomes, dinosaurs, and more. Recommended for ages 4+. Supplies are limited; pick up a ticket at the children’s desk starting at 10:30 a.m. to reserve your spot.

Today, Americans seldom give thought to Spain’s relationship with the United States, but Spain was pivotal to twentieth-century American ideological transformations. In this talk, Tyler Goldberger, doctoral candidate in History at William & Mary, will examine the impact of Spain’s political landscape on twentieth century American ideologies, examining how concerns over fascism during World War...

Now in its 21st year, the Throwback Thursday Film Series screens a variety of classic movies for an adult audience. April’s Theme: April Fools April 4: Some Like It Hot (1959) NR A pair of musicians (Tony Curtis, Jack Lemmon) disguise themselves as women and join an all-girl band to hide out from the Chicago...

Spend spring break in the Teen Room with other teens. Tuesday 4/2 Mario party Wednesday 4/3 Open painting Thursday 4/4 Mario Kart Friday 4/5 Skeeball No registration required, for ages 13-18.

Spend spring break in the Teen Room with other teens. Tuesday 4/2 Mario party Wednesday 4/3 Open painting Thursday 4/4 Mario Kart Friday 4/5 Skeeball No registration required, for ages 13-18.

Fellowship in a Ring is a group 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 a suggested...

Bring your own “UFO” (Unfinished sewing object/project) and spend the morning working on them. Sewing Saturday group leaders will be available for sewing support. A limited number of kits from previous Sewing Saturday projects will be available. Beginner sewers welcome! Bring your own machine (in good working order) or borrow one of the library’s sewing...

Are you crazy for movies? The WRL Film Society is a discussion group for movie lovers, with meetings on the first Sunday of each month at 1 pm at the Williamsburg Library. At meetings, members will share their views on the films they have recently watched (no major spoilers!) and discuss a set of questions...

NEVER ALONE: How spiritual ideas work in us. Ideas directly from God companion us, bless us, heal us, and feel like home. They transform and impel our lives forward. Please join us for a free talk on Christian Science given by Melanie Wahlberg, CS, Christian Science Practitioner.

A total solar eclipse will cross our area at approximately 2 p.m. Bring your own picnic to experience this amazing astronomical event outside on City Square! We’ll provide snacks, special eclipse viewing glasses while supplies last, and Joe’s Day Off Trio will provide live music.

Learn how to open, save and input data in Microsoft Excel. Prerequisites: ability to use a mouse and keyboard. Seating is limited, please register by calling 757.741.3300, and select option 2 to sign up.

NASA’s Artemis Program, America’s Ambitious Return to the Moon, will be the topic at the April 9 luncheon of the Williamsburg chapter of the National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association. The speaker will be John Delano, a NASA researcher and an instructor with the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at William and Mary University. A...

Learn the basics of navigating a web page, including how to bookmark so you can find pages later. Seating is limited, please call 757.741.3300 and choose option 2 to sign up.

Library learners will discover something new from this series of enrichment programs for kids in grades K-5. This week, learn STEAM concepts, problem solving, and the engineering process while you build with LEGO®, in another installment of our LEGO® Education SPIKE series. Pick up a ticket at the Children’s Desk starting 30 minutes before the...

Join us for a lesson on cheese, the science behind it, and how to eat it! Follow along as we guide you through a tasting of different cheese styles and what best to pair with them. Small cheese plates with pairings will be provided. Seating is limited; please register by calling 757.741.3300, option 2.

Now in its 21st year, the Throwback Thursday Film Series screens a variety of classic movies for an adult audience. April’s Theme: April Fools April 11: Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb (1964) PG Stanley Kubrick directed this superb black comedy about government and military officials frantically trying...

Join the Williamsburg Regional Library Bookmobile team for an all ages storytime at the Williamsburg Jamestown Airport. While you’re there, you can see planes take off and land right outside!

Join author and historian Bradley Harper on April 13, 2024, one day short of the 112th anniversary of the day the Titanic ended its trans-Atlantic journey to sink into legend. Brad will speak of the heroes and villains of that fateful night and, at the end, discuss the premise for his historical novel, pitting a...

Author Camille Di Maio will give a talk about the process of researching for her books, and be available for signing afterwards. Camille is the author of acclaimed historical fiction, including World War II-set The Memory of Us.

Enjoy the library before hours in a quieter, less stimulating environment for people with autism and sensory issues.

Celebrate springtime with the library! This fun-filled, educational event is a great opportunity to connect with local organizations and learn about gardening, the importance of pollinators, and more. Help judge our Edible Book contest! This program was made possible by the generous support of the Friends of Williamsburg Regional Library Foundation.

Come learn this ancient Chinese board game! No experience necessary.

Learn to create tables and insert images into Microsoft Word with this Intermediate level class. Seating is limited; please register by calling 757.741.3300, and select option 2 to sign up.

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. April 16: Immediate Family (2022) NR Directed by Denny Tedesco (The Wrecking Crew), this affectionate music documentary spotlights the studio musicians who...

Learn the basics of how the Cricut works and the different things you can make. For ages 13+. No registration required.

If you just got a new iPhone or iPad and are stumped about how to use its many features, then this class is for you! It will cover several of the basic features including how you can download & use WRL apps to access ebooks, digital audiobooks, and magazines. Even if your i-device is not...

Now in its 21st year, the Throwback Thursday Film Series screens a variety of classic movies for an adult audience. April’s Theme: April Fools April 18: Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (1953) NR In this campy musical, Marilyn Monroe and Jane Russell are voluptuous delights as gold diggers prowling for wealthy husbands on a cruise ship bound...

Real People/Real Stories meets the third Thursday of each month to explore the best in nonfiction history, biography, science, nature, and the arts. This month’s title is The Revolutionary: Samuel Adams by Stacy Schiff Pulitzer Prize-winning biographer Stacy Schiff explores the life and behind-the-scenes career of founding father Samuel Adams, the rabble-rousing mastermind behind the...

With our focus on eco-friendly living, cloth napkins are making a comeback. Learn how to make mitered corners as you sew a snappy cloth napkin. Beginning sewers welcome! Bring your own machine (in good working order) or borrow one of the library’s machines. Space is limited. Reservations are required, please call 757.741.3300, option 2 to...

Learn how to open and create dynamic, visually interesting presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint. Prerequisites: ability to use a mouse and keyboard. Seating is limited, please register by calling 757.741.3300, and select option 2 to sign up.

Slime Time! Learn about the science of polymers and create ooey-gooey slime. In this workshop, varied concoctions of slime will stir up in scientific style, and the properties of slime will be tested in a team-spirited Slime Olympics. This program was made possible by the generous support of Friends of Williamsburg Regional Library Foundation.

Slime Time! Learn about the science of polymers and create ooey-gooey slime. In this workshop, varied concoctions of slime will stir up in scientific style, and the properties of slime will be tested in a team-spirited Slime Olympics.

The Garden Club of Gloucester and Mathews presents Gardens & Art during Historic Garden Week in Virginia Saturday, April 20 and Sunday April 21, 2024 Gloucester will have two separate Historic Garden Week tours this year, each requiring its own ticket: the Saturday tour will feature three homes and the new Fine Arts Museum of...

Yoga on Tap is back at Alewerks Brewing Company! Join us for a relaxing and rejuvenating yoga session with your host, U Need Yoga 757, followed by an optional refreshing pint of beer. Whether you are a seasoned yogi or just starting out, this event is perfect for all levels. So grab your mat, bring...

Follett’s The Pillars of the Earth is a beloved novel and historical masterpiece. The book explores characters from 12th-century England whose lives center around a monastic cathedral. This program will focus on the cathedral itself, exploring its architecture and how the Gothic style emerged from the great Norman cathedrals. The goal of this presentation is...

Come learn this ancient Chinese board game! No experience necessary.

Ever wanted to learn how to use a serger? You’re in luck! We’re making some reusable snack bags and learning the basics of utilizing a serger for a perfect edge! For ages 13+. Spots are limited so please call 757.741.3300, option 2 to register.

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. April 23: Driving Madeleine (2022) NR Before taking up residence in a nursing home, an elderly lady in Paris, France, hires an...

This social gathering is for those personally dealing with memory loss and their partners who provide care for those with those challenges. The Café is organized and hosted by trained facilitators. What happens at the cafe? Each Café will offer its guests the chance for unstructured conversation, refreshments and getting to know others in the...

The Wright Brothers would be proud as we follow in their footsteps and learn the fundamental principles of flight. Build a “delta dart” and other unique paper airplanes with educators from Mad Science of Hampton Roads. Space is limited; pick up a ticket at the children’s desk starting 30 minutes before the program to reserve...

During the Civil War, a Confederate engineer (Buster Keaton) concocts a plan to rescue his girlfriend and beloved train, The General, when both are captured by Union spies. This acclaimed silent movie is No. 18 on the AFI list of funniest films of all time. 1hr 18min

Learn to input formulas and more skills to get the most out of Excel. Seating is limited, please register by calling 757.741.3300, and select option 2 to sign up.

Celebrate the end of the month with friends, games, snacks, music and more! Enjoy all the Teen Room has to offer! For ages 13 through adult, no registration required.

Health Fair will be for residence of the Chickahominy/ Toano community. Come on out and get your free health screenings done, get information about health education and mental disorders. There will be various resources vendors and entertainment for all residents. A Kids corner will be available for the children to play games and to learn...

Join us for SLAM Connection, a program to develop poets as writers and performers. Learn about observation, writing, and performance in a safe, judgment-free space where people can learn about life in other people’s shoes. For ages 13+.

Art on the Square is one of JWCW's principal fundraisers to support community art initiatives. Art on the Square is a juried show that is dedicated to providing original, high quality, handcrafted and diverse mediums of art. It is located in Merchants Square, Williamsburg, Virginia. The event features more than 100 artists and is free...

Join us for this program where beginners can meet up and learn the basics of knitting and people with projects are encouraged to stitch along with others. Some basics are provided for those without a project. No registration required.

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. For ages 5 – 8. In April, we’re reading Benny McGee and the Shark: The...

April 30: Harry and Snowman (2015) NR In 1956, Dutch immigrant Harry DeLeyer rescued a broken-down Amish plow horse from a truck bound for the slaughterhouse. In less than two years, Harry and his $80 horse were competing in the triple crown of show jumping against the most pedigreed horses and the wealthiest socialites. 86-year-old...

Join us at Cambridge Crossing Assisted Living for an exclusive networking event designed to elevate your professional network and foster new beginnings. We are excited to present an afternoon of connection, conversation, and camaraderie. Date: Tuesday, April 30 Time: 4pm - 6pm Location: Cambridge Crossing Assisted Living, 251 Patriot Ln., Williamsburg, VA 23185 Savor delectable...

Join us for weekly relaxed conversation to practice and improve your English skills. Newcomers always welcome. For ages 16+.

Now in its 21st year, the Throwback Thursday Film Series screens a variety of classic movies for an adult audience. May’s Theme: MAY I Have This Dance May 2: Footlight Parade (1933) NR A Broadway producer (James Cagney) struggles to put on simultaneous dance performances in this famous pre-code musical. The real attractions here are...

Get ready for watching the Kentucky Derby on May 4 by making your own fascinator to wear! For ages 10 through adult. Space is limited, register at 757.741.3300, option 2.

Learn how to sew in a zipper. The project of the day is a lined zipper pouch. Beginner sewers welcome. Bring your own machine (in good working order) or borrow one of the library’s sewing machines. Space is limited. Reservations required: 757.741.3324.

Looking for Virginia native plants, not cultivars? This is the place to go. The Community Building at 401 N. Boundary St. will host the annual plant sale organized by the John Clayton Chapter of the Virginia Native Plant Society. The plant sale is also a great place to learn about plants native to our area...

Enjoy the library before hours in a quieter, less stimulating environment for people with autism and sensory issues.

Join us for this program where beginners can meet up and learn the basics of knitting and people with projects are encouraged to stitch along with others. Some basics are provided for those without a project. No registration required.

Learn the basics of word processing in Microsoft Word, including working with documents and formatting text. Prerequisite: ability to use a mouse and keyboard, some familiarity with Windows. Seating is limited, please call 757.741.3300 and choose option 2 to sign up.