• WRL Computer Class: Beginning Excel (James City County Library)

    James City County Library 7770 Croaker Rd, Williamsburg, VA, United States

    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.

    Free
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    Baby Storytime at the James City County Library

    James City County Library 7770 Croaker Rd, Williamsburg, VA, United States

    This lapsit storytime program is appropriate for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers. This storytime includes 15 minutes of songs, fingerplays, and lap games. Pick up a ticket at the Youth Services desk starting one hour before the program to save your spot.

    Free
  • WhoDunnits: A Mystery Book Group

    James City County Library 7770 Croaker Rd, Williamsburg, VA, United States

    Join Williamsburg Regional Library to discuss Murder on Astor Place by Victoria Thompson. Sprinkled with fascinating details of turn-of-the-century New York City, Thompson’s old-fashioned mystery takes the reader from the mansions of Fifth Avenue to the flophouses of the Lower East Side. Sarah Brandt is a midwife who has been estranged from her wealthy family...

    Free
  • WRL Teen Game Night

    James City County Library 7770 Croaker Rd, Williamsburg, VA, United States

    Join us monthly for Nintendo Switch gaming, popular board games, card games, and more. For teens 13+. May 31: James City County Library

    Free
  • Novel Ideas: A Contemporary Book Club

    James City County Library 7770 Croaker Rd, Williamsburg, VA, United States

    Novel Ideas explores 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. Join us in-person or virtually to discuss Cilka’s Journey by Heather Morris. Cilka is 18 years old when she is liberated from Auschwitz, but the Russians consider her...

    Free
  • Sensory Movie: “Encanto”

    James City County Library 7770 Croaker Rd, Williamsburg, VA, United States

    Enjoy a special screening of Encanto (rated PG) in a sensory-friendly environment at the James City County Library. The lights will be on, the movie volume turned down, and attendees are free to move around, and dance, walk, and sing. Fidgets and some inflatable chairs will be available. Enjoy some popcorn or bring your own...

    Free
  • Who Would Win?

    James City County Library 7770 Croaker Rd, Williamsburg, VA, United States

    Killer whale vs. great white shark! Tyrannosaurus rex vs. velociraptor! Alligator vs. python! Who would win these amazing animal match-ups? Fans of the Who Would Win series are invited to a friendly competition based on these non-fiction books. Can you stay alive in the trivia contest? Can you best your opponent in a series of...

    Free
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    Fellowship in a Ring: A Sci-Fi/Fantasy Book Group

    James City County Library 7770 Croaker Rd, Williamsburg, VA, United States

    Fellowship in a Ring is a Williamsburg Regional Library book 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...

    Free
  • Introduction to Libby

    James City County Library 7770 Croaker Rd, Williamsburg, VA, United States

    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...

    Free
  • STEAM Saturday: Robot Rumble

    James City County Library 7770 Croaker Rd, Williamsburg, VA, United States

    The robots are rolling at STEAM Saturday! Join Williamsburg Regional Library for this celebration of science, technology, engineering, arts, and math with a focus this month on robotics. Meet Ozobots, Spheros, and even Sprocket, our robotic library dog. Plus, enjoy the Kiwanis Kids Idea Studio with a variety of hands–on, children’s museum–inspired interactives.

    Free
  • Become Your Dreams: History of Hip Hop Dance

    James City County Library 7770 Croaker Rd, Williamsburg, VA, United States

    With incredible energy and personalities to match, the dancers of Illstyle & Peace demonstrate that by perseverance and focus, you can reach your highest goals. Tracing hip hop dance styles from the late 70’s through today, this acclaimed ensemble teaches positive messages, including “Think It—Do It—Become It.”

    Free