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.

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 Penguin Lessons (2024) PG-13 A gloomy English expatriate, working in Argentina during a time of political instability, finds his life turned around when he...

Cena con Cuentos es un programa de lectura en español para familias hispanohablantes con niños de 0 a 10 años de edad. Se ofrece el primer y tercer martes del mes en el Stryker Center (412 N Boundary St), de las 5 a las 6.30pm. Cada vez habrán actividades, leeremos cuentos, y disfrutarán de una...

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.

Learn the basics of how the Cricut works and the different things you can make. For ages 13+. No registration 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. Sept. 4: You’ve Got Mail (1998) PG Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan play rival book store owners who unknowingly fall in love with each other through their anonymous emails....

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.

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.

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...

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.

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

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.

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. Agent of Happiness (2024) PG Please rate your satisfaction with life on a scale from one to ten. This thoughtful documentary follows pollster Amber Kumar...

Calling all LEGO engineers! Join us for a 6-session course to build your LEGO engineering skills with our Lego Education SPIKE kits. This session is for kids ages 5-8; kids 9-12 should attend the 1 p.m. session. Participants are strongly encouraged to attend all 6 sessions, and registration is required; sign up online or by...

Advanced Lego Club - Older Session In-Person Calling all LEGO engineers! Join us for a 6-session course to build your LEGO engineering skills with our Lego Education SPIKE kits. This session is for kids ages 9-12; kids 5-8 should attend the 11 a.m. session. Participants are strongly encouraged to attend all 6 sessions, and registration...

Explore classic and contemporary fiction and nonfiction from around the world. This group will sample critically acclaimed and prize-winning titles with open and inclusive discussion. This month's read: Virgil Wander, by Leif Enger Virgil Wander survives a plunge into Lake Superior to be reborn into a world where he has forgotten adjectives and his former...

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. Sept. 11: Roman Holiday (1953) NR A sheltered princess (Audrey Hepburn) slips away from her handlers to have a day-long frolic touring Rome with an American newspaper reporter (Gregory...

The Celtic Film Series in the Williamsburg Library Theatre runs the 2nd Thursday of each month from September 2025 through May 2026. The Celtic Film Series is supported by the Cardinal John O’Connor Division of The Ancient Order of Hibernians. Sept. 11: Cinderella Man (2005) PG-13 Note: The movie will start at 5:30! The inspiring...

Come hang out, make new friends, and dive into your favorite Switch or board games with other teens— no registration required, for ages 13-18.

Enjoy a special movie screening in a sensory-friendly environment. The lights will be on, the movie volume turned down, and attendees are free to move around, and dance, walk, and sing. Enjoy some popcorn or bring your own snacks. This showing is geared toward those with special needs or young children, but everyone is welcome...

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

This series features indie, foreign, art house, and documentary films. All films are shown in the Williamsburg Library Theatre. Sept. 15: The Peasants (2023) R In 19th Century Poland, a beautiful young girl is determined to live and love as she pleases which brings her into dangerous conflict with her fellow villagers. Based on a...

Explore your voice through creative writing in a relaxed, supportive environment. We'll dive into writing techniques, self-expression, and storytelling to help you grow as a writer. Open to teens ages 13–18. No registration required

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.

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. Las Tres Sisters (2025) NR Three feuding Mexican-American sisters embark on a pilgrimage through Mexico to resolve their differences and honor their beloved grandmother in...

Cena con Cuentos es un programa de lectura en español para familias hispanohablantes con niños de 0 a 10 años de edad. Se ofrece el primer y tercer martes del mes en el Stryker Center (412 N Boundary St), de las 5 a las 6.30pm. Cada vez habrán actividades, leeremos cuentos, y disfrutarán de una...

Learn about virtual reality technology and all that you can do with it! For ages 13+. No registration required. WRL is partnering with Senior Planet from AARP to help adults (age 60-plus) use technology to learn new skills, save money, get in shape, and make new friends. In addition to the classes below, Senior Planet...

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

Race to victory in a Mario Kart tournament. 1st place wins a prize! For ages 9-18. No registration 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. Sept. 18: Romancing the Stone (1984) PG A reclusive writer of romance novels (Kathleen Turner) is forced to team up with a roguish mercenary (Michael Douglas) in order to...

Virginia's legislative landscape surrounding end-of-life issues is continually evolving, reflecting shifts in societal values and technological advancements. This presentation offers an in-depth exploration of the Commonwealth's current and emerging death-related policies, aiming to clarify complex topics and inform attendees about their rights and options. Attendees will better understand the current legislative discussions and the direction...

Are you feeling like you have exhausted your stash of unread books? Are you itching to break out of your comfort zone, but unsure of which genre to explore? Look no further than the Bookmobile Book Bistro to discover your next favorite book! We will have something to pique your interest and satisfy your literary...

Join us for an afternoon of energetic a cappella performance! This dynamic group is made up of your talented friends and neighbors who love to sing unaccompanied and are thrilled to be able to entertain you for an afternoon.

Come to read or to hear local authors share their stories. Audience is welcome, even if you’re not reading!

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

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.

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 Lost Leonardo (2021) PG-13 It was the most expensive painting ever sold at auction, and then it vanished. This art-world documentary tells an inside...

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. in partnership with Colonial Behavioral Health and Bacon Street Youth and Family Services invite you attend UNMASKED: Breaking the Silence, Healing Our Teens, a Teen Suicide Prevention Awareness Event on Tuesday, September 23 from 6 – 8pm at the JCC Recreation Center. Families with youth ages 10-18 are encouraged to...

This social gathering is for those personally dealing with memory loss and their caregivers. The Café is 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 is welcome to...

Blooms that Brighten is a nonprofit dedicated to improving quality of life through flowers. Their Flower Therapy™ program brings together volunteers with senior care community residents to create flower arrangements that they can take to their rooms. Drop by during this open house-type program to talk to volunteers and try your hand at making a...

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

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. Sept. 25: Ninotchka (1939) NR A dour soviet apparatchik (Greta Garbo) on assignment in France soon finds herself falling under the romantic spell of Paris and a local charmer...

Celebrate the end of the month with friends, games, snacks, music and more! Enjoy all the Teen Room has to offer! For ages 13-18, no registration required.

Join us as we celebrate everyone's favorite chapter-book siblings: the Boxcar Children! Come enjoy themed snacks and watch the movie The Boxcar Children (rated G; 2014). The first 20 participants can make their own boxcars to sit in for the movie.

Join us for this program where knitters, crocheters and hand-stitchers meet to stitch along with others. No registration required.

Curious about using ChatGPT or Gemini but not sure where to start? In this lecture, we’ll explore tips for using generative AI chat programs so you can make them work for you. We’ll also cover best practices for privacy and security so you can be confident user.

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

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.

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. Local Color (2006) R An elderly artist looks back on an exceptional summer in his life when he befriended a famous but reclusive painter. The...

Life is full of transitions—some we plan for, and others take us by surprise. From financial shifts to housing changes, legal decisions, and personal well-being, preparing for what’s next can feel overwhelming. Join our expert panel for an engaging discussion on navigating life’s major transitions with clarity and confidence. We’ll explore the practical steps and...

Welcome to iPad Essentials! This course covers the fundamentals of how to use an iPad, the internet, and email. By the end of this course, you’ll be able to navigate the basic features and functions of an iPad, find information online, send and receive emails, and download and use common apps. The course also includes...

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 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. Theme: Back From the Dead Oct. 2: The House on Telegraph Hill (1951) NR A concentration camp survivor assumes the identity of her deceased friend and moves to San...

WRL’s teen volunteer group meets the first Thursday of the month to share ideas for library services and work on various tasks. Application required. Email jshackleford@wrl.org with any questions.

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.

Join us for our youngest book club! There’s no requirement to attend every meeting and new participants are welcome any time. This month we’ll read, craft, and play games around the book Captain Pug: The Dog Who Sailed the Seas. Includes a copy of the book to keep. For ages 5–8. Space is limited; pick...

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...

Enjoy a special movie screening in a sensory-friendly environment. The lights will be on, the movie volume turned down, and attendees are free to move around, and dance, walk, and sing. Enjoy some popcorn or bring your own snacks. This showing is geared toward those with special needs or young children, but everyone is welcome...

Enjoy a special movie screening in a sensory-friendly environment. The lights will be on, the movie volume turned down, and attendees are free to move around, and dance, walk, and sing. Enjoy some popcorn or bring your own snacks. This showing is geared toward those with special needs or young children, but everyone is welcome...