• Save the Trees Storytime & Craft (JCCL)

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

    Join author Leslie Eva Tayloe for a reading of her book Save the Trees, learn about invasive plants, and make a craft. Space is limited; pick up a ticket at the Youth Services desk starting 30 minutes before the program.

    Free
  • Sit and Stitch (JCCL)

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

    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.

    Free
  • Teen Tuesdays (JCCL)

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

    Join other teens in the teen room for STEAM-themed learning activities and fun 10am-12pm every Tuesday starting Feb. 4. This month we’ll work on 3D printing projects, learn to sew, and create a popsicle bridge. Bring your creativity and curiosity. Craft or maker materials are only available during the program. For ages 13-18.

    Free
  • Marine Engine Maintenance Mini Class (JCCL)

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

    Learn the fundamentals of gas and diesel engines to perform basic maintenance, diagnose problems, and emergency repairs when on the water. Topics include the basics of engine layout and operation for gasoline inboards, outboards and diesels, mechanical systems such as drive systems (propellers), steering systems, and engine controls, repairs that do-it-yourselfers can perform, diagnose problems...

    Free
  • Felt Flowers (JCCL)

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

    Get in the Spring spirit and make your own bouquet of felt flowers to take home. For ages 13+, while supplies last.

    Free
  • Stand Up Story Hour

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

    Bring your little ones to a story hour with a special guest reader. The guest reader will be reading from WRL’s Stand Up for Yourself & Others anti-bullying collection. This story hour is perfect for preschoolers! Snacks will be provided!

    Free
  • Imagination Library Information Session (JCCL)

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

    Join representatives from the DeGood Foundation, home to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library for our service area, to learn how your child can receive a free book in the mail every month from birth through age five.

    Free
  • Virtual Tranquility (JCCL)

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

    Sit back and immerse yourself in a world of relaxation and natural landscapes using our virtual reality headsets. For ages 13+. Space is limited; please call (757) 741-3300, option 2 to register.

    Free
  • Senior Advisory Team (JCCL)

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

    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.

    Free
  • Introduction to Libby (JCCL)

    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
  • Fellowship in a Ring: A Sci-Fi/Fantasy Book Group (JCCL)

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

    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...

    Free
  • Hemming, Mending & UFO Clinic (JCCL)

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

    Stumped by how to mend or hem clothing garments in your own mending pile? Bring your garments along with needed supplies (coordinating thread, buttons, patches, or other notions) and we’ll coach you on how to approach your specific tasks. UFOs- UnFinished (sewing) Objects are also welcome. Spend the morning working on your UFO- don’t forget...

    Free