The Williamsburg Farmers Market is located in the heart of historic Williamsburg, VA. Over 40 vendors offer a variety of local products, including fresh seasonal produce, meats, seafood, baked goods, honey, cheese, coffee, peanuts, cut flowers, handmade soaps, and more. Enjoy live music and demonstrations, participate as a family in the Power of Produce (POP)...
The Williamsburg Farmers Market is located in the heart of historic Williamsburg, VA. Over 40 vendors offer a variety of local products, including fresh seasonal produce, meats, seafood, baked goods, honey, cheese, coffee, peanuts, cut flowers, handmade soaps, and more. Enjoy live music and demonstrations, participate as a family in the Power of Produce (POP)...
The Williamsburg Farmers Market is located in the heart of historic Williamsburg, VA. Over 40 vendors offer a variety of local products, including fresh seasonal produce, meats, seafood, baked goods, honey, cheese, coffee, peanuts, cut flowers, handmade soaps, and more. Enjoy live music and demonstrations, participate as a family in the Power of Produce (POP)...
The Williamsburg Farmers Market is located in the heart of historic Williamsburg, VA. Over 40 vendors offer a variety of local products, including fresh seasonal produce, meats, seafood, baked goods, honey, cheese, coffee, peanuts, cut flowers, handmade soaps, and more. Enjoy live music and demonstrations, participate as a family in the Power of Produce (POP)...
The Williamsburg Farmers Market is located in the heart of historic Williamsburg, VA. Over 40 vendors offer a variety of local products, including fresh seasonal produce, meats, seafood, baked goods, honey, cheese, coffee, peanuts, cut flowers, handmade soaps, and more. Enjoy live music and demonstrations, participate as a family in the Power of Produce (POP)...
The Williamsburg Farmers Market is located in the heart of historic Williamsburg, VA. Over 40 vendors offer a variety of local products, including fresh seasonal produce, meats, seafood, baked goods, honey, cheese, coffee, peanuts, cut flowers, handmade soaps, and more. Enjoy live music and demonstrations, participate as a family in the Power of Produce (POP)...
The Williamsburg Farmers Market is located in the heart of historic Williamsburg, VA. Over 40 vendors offer a variety of local products, including fresh seasonal produce, meats, seafood, baked goods, honey, cheese, coffee, peanuts, cut flowers, handmade soaps, and more. Enjoy live music and demonstrations, participate as a family in the Power of Produce (POP)...
The Williamsburg Farmers Market is located in the heart of historic Williamsburg, VA. Over 40 vendors offer a variety of local products, including fresh seasonal produce, meats, seafood, baked goods, honey, cheese, coffee, peanuts, cut flowers, handmade soaps, and more. Enjoy live music and demonstrations, participate as a family in the Power of Produce (POP)...
The Williamsburg Farmers Market is located in the heart of historic Williamsburg, VA. Over 40 vendors offer a variety of local products, including fresh seasonal produce, meats, seafood, baked goods, honey, cheese, coffee, peanuts, cut flowers, handmade soaps, and more. Enjoy live music and demonstrations, participate as a family in the Power of Produce (POP)...
The Williamsburg Farmers Market is located in the heart of historic Williamsburg, VA. Over 40 vendors offer a variety of local products, including fresh seasonal produce, meats, seafood, baked goods, honey, cheese, coffee, peanuts, cut flowers, handmade soaps, and more. Enjoy live music and demonstrations, participate as a family in the Power of Produce (POP)...
The Williamsburg Farmers Market is located in the heart of historic Williamsburg, VA. Over 40 vendors offer a variety of local products, including fresh seasonal produce, meats, seafood, baked goods, honey, cheese, coffee, peanuts, cut flowers, handmade soaps, and more. Enjoy live music and demonstrations, participate as a family in the Power of Produce (POP)...
Come meet some fellow readers and join the conversation. This book club is designed for ages 9-12 and is limited to 15 members. Call 757.741.3300, option 4 to register and receive a free copy of this month’s book.
Connection Support Group is for people living with a mental health condition.
Family Support Group for family members, caregivers and concerned friends of people living with a mental health condition.
Head to the L.A.B. for BINGO! It's free and fun to play! Win prizes while hanging out with friends and sipping on your favorite brews. Bring something to eat, or have it delivered! The L.A.B. is open from 12-8.
4th Williamsburg Beer Festival, all proceeds benefit the Howard Hanna Children's Free Care Fund and its regional partner Children's Hospital of the King's Daughters Enjoy the only beer festival (that we know of) in our area that includes beer, food, a silent auction, raffles, and music. Over the past three years, we have raised over...
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...
Take your word processing to the cloud! Learn the basics of navigating Google Docs—similar to Microsoft Word, but completely web-based and free to use with a Gmail account. 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.
Come to read or to hear local authors share their stories. Audience is welcome, even if you’re not reading!
Charles City, Virginia In 1619, after a stormy voyage across the Atlantic, the Good Ship Margaret landed at Berkeley Hundred with thirty-six men aboard. In accordance with the instructions given in the charter by the Virginia Company, these settlers observed the first official English Thanksgiving in the New World. Join us at Berkeley Plantation on...
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...
Make a snappy wristlet key fob or dog leash. Beginner sewers welcome. Supplies provided. Bring your own machine (in good working order) or use one of the library’s sewing machines. Space is limited. For ages 13+. Reservations required. Please call (757) 741-3300, option 2 to register.
This month, WhoDunnits will be reading The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman. Four residents of Coopers Chase, a retirement village in Kent, England, compete with the police to solve a murder in this debut novel by British TV celebrity Richard Osman. The Thursday Murder Club began with a group of septuagenarians working on cold...
Connection Support Group is for people living with a mental health condition.
Family Support Group for family members, caregivers and concerned friends of people living with a mental health condition.
Craft a festive fall wreath adorned with pinecone pieces! For ages 13+. Spots are limited so please call (757) 741–3300, option 2 to register.
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...
Learn how to use the library’s one-stop shop for ebooks and eaudiobooks. Please bring the mobile device you want to read or listen on (smartphone, tablet, ereader). You will need to know your library card number, your password for downloading apps, and your Amazon password if using a Kindle device. We will also go over...
Between the late eighteenth and late nineteenth centuries, white perceptions of Native Americans’ relationship to landscapes of antiquity changed dramatically, from the acknowledgment of Native stewardship of indigenous sites to academic arguments for legislation to protect “ruins” from Native vandals. This shift reflected a growing skepticism of full indigenous membership in the nation that reverberates...
Now in its 21st year, the Throwback Thursday Film Series screens a variety of classic movies for an adult audience. November’s theme: Pretty Good “B” Movies Nov. 7: The Hound of the Baskervilles (1939) NR Sherlock Holmes (Basil Rathbone) and Dr. Watson (Nigel Bruce) investigate when the heir to an isolated estate in the moors...
Author and retired U.S. Air Force veteran Les Carroll will talk about his experiences during his tours of Afghanistan and the Air Force Mortuary Affairs Operations Center at Dover Air Force Base and how they led to crafting his novel, This Troubled Ground.
Join us for this beginner’s class on how to use the Makerspace’s new embroidery machine! For ages 13+. Spots are limited for this hands-on class so please call (757) 741–3300, option 2 to register.
We’d like to hear from library users 55-plus! What would you like the library to do to support your needs and interests? Please join us for an informal conversation about senior-focused programs and services.
Woman's Club of Toano 7965 Richmond Road, Toano, Virginia We are planning a Craft Event on Nov. 9th This will be an inside event. Reserve tables by calling Mary 757-508-5265 email: maryteague_425@msn.com
Local author Susan Woodward will discuss the research involved and the decisions made in transcribing her WWII officer father’s taped memoirs that ultimately led to the creation of her book.
Join us for a hands-on learning experience where you’ll write your own picture book. Please bring an 8×11 pad of paper, sharpened pencils, and color crayons. For ages 13+. Spots are limited so please call (757) 741-3300, option 2 to register.
Kairos Eight25 is a monthly support group to provide Christ-centered hope to women who are experiencing the loss and loneliness of infertility and miscarriage. Women will walk alongside each other on this journey to provide confidential listening, regular prayer, hopeful messages, and a library of resources. We meet the second Monday of each month at...
Learn the basics of how the Glowforge works and designing items in the software! Spots are limited so please call (757) 741-3300 option 2 to register. For ages 18+.
Each month will be a meet up and a discussion of a particular topic with staff from Hampton Roads Perinatal Center. July 9: Healthy Nutrition During Pregnancy August 13: Maternal Mental Health Support Group September 10: Lactation and Breastfeeding Support Group/Education October 8: Childbirth Education November 12: Maternal Mental Health Support Group December 10: Lactation...
Fellow Citizens hark to the meeting of the County Committee of Safety and join us in a debate over the County Resolves and the 1774 Articles of Association. In 1774 to citizens of Virginia were divided between those who wished to stay loyal to the King of England and those who wished to rebel against...
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...
Check out Open Mic Night at the L.A.B. Wednesday night with the Lovecats. It's free to participate, and free to watch! If you're looking to perform, be sure to show up early so you can sign up. Performers are given 15 minute sets and sound is provided. Open Mic Night is about exploring new music,...
How does your book group work? Does your book group work? Join Readers’ Services librarian Andrew Smith to talk about ways to read together, how to make the most of your time, and how other book groups run their discussions. Space is limited, so call (757) 741-3300, option 2 to register.
Now in its 21st year, the Throwback Thursday Film Series screens a variety of classic movies for an adult audience. November’s theme: Pretty Good “B” Movies Nov. 14: Identity Unknown (1945) NR A WWII soldier emerges from a bombed building in France with amnesia and four dog tags from the soldiers killed alongside him. Back...
Celebrating Celtic culture with this month's film: Waking Ned Devine When a lottery winner dies of shock, his fellow townsfolk attempt to claim the money. PG ‧ 1998‧ Comedy‧ 1h 31min The Celtic Film Series in the Williamsburg Library Theatre runs the 2nd Thursday of each month from September 2024 through May 2025. The Celtic...
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.
Use the easy Glowforge design program to customize a lidded box for small gifts or holiday decoration with the laser cutter and engraver. We’ll provide the materials, you bring the holiday spirit. We can only fit 8 people in the sleigh, so call (757) 741-3300, option 2 to register. For ages 18+.
Join us for this beginner’s class on how to use the Makerspace’s new embroidery machine! For ages 13+. Spots are limited for this hands-on class so please call (757) 741–3300, option 2 to register.
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.
Email Marketing To Your Readers Feeling overwhelmed by the idea of starting your author email list from scratch? What should you say in your email campaigns to readers? In this practical workshop, you’ll learn about: Strategies to grow your reader email list Crafting compelling subject lines to grab attention Writing engaging email content Segmenting your...
This biopic covers the life of Amy Winehouse from childhood through her burgeoning musical career and the creation of a bestselling album despite her problematic personal life. Marisa Abela, Eddie Marsan, and Jack O’Connell star under the direction of Sam Taylor-Johnson. 2hr 2min Due to length, please note that this film starts at 5:30 PM...
Join us for an opportunity to explore experiences and feelings through creative writing in a relaxed, safe, and nonjudgmental environment. For ages 13-18. No registration required.
This month’s title is Tell Me Everything, by Elizabeth Strout Returning to the familiar world of Olive Kitteridge and her neighbors, Elizabeth Strout illuminates the complex yet ordinary lives of Crosby, Maine, inviting readers to closely examine the wonder that is other people. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88194388643?pwd=smhd03nRBw4ZgBluKBQE9nbtstVrr9.1 Meeting ID: 881 9438 8643 Passcode: 688405 Explore classic and contemporary...
Family Support Group for family members, caregivers and concerned friends of people living with a mental health condition.
Connection Support Group is for people living with a mental health condition.
Learn how to use the library’s one-stop shop for ebooks and eaudiobooks. Please bring the mobile device you want to read or listen on (smartphone, tablet, ereader). You will need to know your library card number, your password for downloading apps, and your Amazon password if using a Kindle device. We will also go over...
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.
Test your knowledge and your teamwork! Join us for trivia night every third Wednesday. We will have complimentary food and first rounds on us! Bragging rights, prizes ($100 Alewerks gift card), and fun guaranteed!
Now in its 21st year, the Throwback Thursday Film Series screens a variety of classic movies for an adult audience. November’s theme: Pretty Good “B” Movies Nov. 21: The Saint Takes Over (1940) NR When his friend, Police Inspector Fernack, is framed by gangsters, Simon Templar (George Sanders) investigates, in this mystery based on writer...
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 Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood Caused an Epidemic of Mental Illness by Johnathan Haidt. A social psychologist details how the younger generation’s “phone-based” childhood...
Want to learn more about creating your own Cricut designs? Join us as we take a more in-depth look at navigating the Design Space software. For ages 13+, no registration required.
Celebrate the end of the week with friends, games, snacks, music and more! Enjoy all the Teen Room has to offer! For ages 13-18, no registration required.
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.
If you work in education, stop by Alewerks. Educators, administrators, and staff can enjoy $1 off all pints at both taprooms. Pick the way you’d like to unwind for the night. The main taproom hosts trivia night night from 7-9, so head over and have a great night! We have food trucks and our fresh...
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. Nov. 26: Treasure (2024) R A journalist (Lena Dunham) plans a trip to Poland with her perpetually upbeat father (Stephen Fry), a...
Come meet some fellow readers and join the conversation. This book club is designed for ages 9-12 and is limited to 15 members. Call 757.741.3300, option 4 to register and receive a free copy of this month’s book.
This social gathering is for those personally dealing with memory loss and their care partners. The Café is organized and hosted by trained facilitators, offering a chance for unstructured conversation, refreshments, and getting to know others in the community with similar memory changes. Who is invited? Anyone with memory loss or concerns with memory loss...
2 Actors. 10 Puppets. 30 minutes. Bring a chair or stand and watch as Ebenezer Scrooge confronts ghosts and visions from his past, present and future. Marvel as the performers transform themselves into multiple characters of all ages, genders and ghostly varieties! It is funny, at times scary, full of puppets and special effects, and...