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. Jane Austen Wrecked My Life (2024) A French bookstore owner, frustrated by a lackluster love life and the inability to finish her novel, attends a...

Come meet some fellow readers and join the conversation about The Last Hope School for Magical Delinquents by Nicki Pau Preto. This book club is designed for ages 9-12. Registration is required for each month's meeting; call 757-741-3300, option 4 to register and receive a free copy of this month’s book.

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. Oct. 30: My Favorite Wife (1940) NR Nick Arden (Cary Grant) just got married. Unfortunately, his first wife, believed to be deceased, suddenly shows up, putting a massive damper...

Formed over 30 years ago, the York River Concert Band is made up of local community members of all ages and walks of life. Free admission, no tickets 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...

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.

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.

The talented dancers of the Institute for Dance present Storytime with the Arts, a series of performances featuring a story and craft based on a favorite children’s book. Recommended for ages 3-7.

This film series brings art house film flavor to your Tuesdays. Plus, meet new friends and have a discussion after the film. The Life of Chuck (2024) An elderly man looks back on his many years in this unusual, “tender, time-twisting tribute to the beauty of an ordinary life.” Based on a non-horror short story...

The holiday season can be a time of joy, but it can also bring unexpected waves of sadness and loneliness for those grieving. Join us for a reflective exploration of the challenges of navigating grief during the holidays and finding meaningful ways to honor and remember loved ones. Using practical tools, discussion, and moments of...

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.

In this talk, Jack Green, doctoral student in history at William & Mary, will tell the story of how a seventeenth-century art dealer helped convince the English to send a voyage in search of a West African "El Dorado." Learn how this failed treasure hunt and the trans-Saharan gold trade connects with the later rise...

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. Nov. 6: The King and I (1956) G A British governess (Deborah Kerr) moves to 19th-century Siam to educate the King’s (Yul Brynner) children in this lush musical. Walter...

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.

Get ready for hosting all your big holiday meals with advice from our local team at Trader Joe’s. Space is limited to 50 seats; please register at https://libcal.wrl.org/event/15388891

In this polarized time, we lack basic understanding of why people on the other political side hold their beliefs. We don’t see them as they see themselves–their core values and central concerns–but instead as we choose to see them. We are tempted to regard our own side as principled and the other side as self-interested....

Enjoy the library before hours in a quieter, less stimulating environment for people with autism and sensory issues, and stop in the program room for a sensory adventure! Enjoy an hour of sensory bin play, a simple craft and coloring, before our regular open hours. Children can explore sensory bins filled with textures, colors and...

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

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. Nov. 13: Pillow Talk (1959) NR Rock Hudson and Doris Day star in this sparkling romantic comedy about a playboy wooing his staid but lovely neighbor through late night...

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. 6 pm, Williamsburg Library Theatre Nov. 13: The Last Rifleman (2023) PG-13 Pierce Brosnan plays...

Join the Bookmobile team for an all ages storytime at the Waltrip Williamsburg Executive Airport, 100 Marclay Drive.

This introductory class will walk through the basics of downloading a design file, preparing it to print using slicing software, and setting up the printer. This program is presented in partnership with VCE's James City County 4-H, and is recommended for ages 8-14. This program is open to the public and library registration is required,...

Join us for the annual Scandinavian Christmas Bazaar. There will be Norwegian baked goods and foods, Scandinavian vendors, cultural information, and a Viking longship and re-enactors. Fun for all ages! Hosted by the Norge Norsemen satellite lodge of the Hampton Roads Sons of Norway.

Are you a writer? Whether or not you’re published, you can benefit from this supportive writer’s group. Listen to informative talks on a variety of writing-related topics and meet other writers and aspiring writers. For ages 13+. Ever dreamed of writing a children’s picture book? Wondering how to break into the children’s publishing world? In...

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...

All films are free. Sponsored by Temple Beth El of Williamsburg, Virginia This year marks the 25th anniversary of the Virginia Peninsula Jewish Film Festival who will strive to use the power of film to entertain, educate and connect our audiences to issues related to Jewish life in the U.S., Israel, and around the world.

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. Nov. 17: Materialists (2025) R A high-end professional matchmaker in New York City (Dakota Johnson) finds herself falling for a wealthy man (Pedro Pascal) despite still having feelings for her working-class former boyfriend (Chris Evans). Celine...

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 and have a discussion after the film. Fatima (2020) PG-13 In Fatima, Portugal, in the year 1917, three young children claim to have seen a vision of the Virgin Mary. An uproar ensues as the public, church elders, and government...

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.

Play a variety of Nintendo Switch games, including MarioKart 8, Mario Party Jamboree, and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. Recommended for ages 7+.

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

Real People/Real Stories explores the best in nonfiction history, biography, science, nature, and the arts. This month's read: Roughing It by Mark Twain Mark Twain’s semi-autobiographical tale describes his adventurous stagecoach trip out west in the early 1860s. He engages in gold mining and land speculation and visits Utah, Nevada, California, and the Hawaiian Islands....

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. Nov. 20: The Age of Adaline (2015) PG-13 Following a freak accident, a young woman stops aging and spends the next 80 years trying to hide this fact from...

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.

A holiday tradition returns to the Williamsburg Library Theatre. The Concert Ballet of Virginia, the state’s oldest continually operating ballet company, presents The Nutcracker Suite. The bright, colorful costumes and exciting, enthusiastic performances by dancers from throughout Virginia are sure to delight children of all ages. Two performances - First Show is at 11:00 AM...

Race to victory in a Mario Kart tournament. 1st place wins a prize! For ages 9-18. No registration required.

Rebecca Suerdieck is a Virginia Historian with an insatiable commitment to sharing lesser-known stories from the past. When she first meets someone, she says she grew up in the 18th century because of her lifelong affiliation with Colonial Williamsburg. Throughout her career she has researched, written and produced many educational programs about early Virginia. Seeking...

Please join us for storytime, games, snacks, and other fun activities. Intended for Children ages 0-5.

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 film series brings art house film flavor to your Tuesdays. Plus, meet new friends and have a discussion after the film. My Life as a Turkey (2011) No one knows turkeys like naturalist Joe Hutto, who spent 18 months raising wild turkeys from egg to adulthood (and losing some to predators). This bittersweet Nature...

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...

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