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. July 4 – Closed for 4th of July July 11, 2:00-3:40 pm: Peace by Chocolate (2021) After their chocolate shop is bombed...
What’s a poor dressmaker to do when the doorman at her favorite speakeasy dies from poisoning? William & Mary alum Katharine Schellman will talk about The Last Drop of Hemlock, her new Prohibition Era mystery featuring Vivian Kelly. Copies of her books will be available for purchase and signing.
Saturday Morning Cartoons is a monthly film series for animation lovers in the Williamsburg Library Theatre. July’s title is Lyle, Lyle Crocodile (2022). Lyle the crocodile has a happy life with the Primm family in a New York City apartment, until an unhappy neighbor insists he belongs in a zoo. Can the crooning croc charm...
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. This month’s theme: In Search Of… July 6, 2:00-4:20 pm: Seven Years in Tibet Brad Pitt plays Heinrich Harrer, an Austrian mountain climber who visits Tibet in the 1940s...
Animal educator and enthusiast Jack Baugas introduces kids to a variety of amazing animals in this interactive, high-energy show. Many of our animal guests will be available for a meet-and-greet! This program was made possible by the generous support of the Friends of Williamsburg Regional Library Foundation.
Explore the History of Bluegrass Music and its early development. Starting with the early settlers of the Shenandoah Valley and the roots of Bluegrass, we will explore the Carter Family and the Bristol Sessions to Bill Monroe, Earl Scruggs, Ralph Stanley and their influences on today’s music. Martha Hills and Don DePoy will share a...
Watch with bated breath as Jonathan Austin pedals on his unicycle high above the crowd, performing magic and juggling clubs, rings, canoe paddles, rubber chickens, baseball bats, and more. This program was made possible by the generous support of the Friends of Williamsburg Regional Library Foundation.
Have a smashing good time playing Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Mario Kart 8, and more on our Nintendo Switches and on the big screen in the Williamsburg Library Theatre. For ages 9-18. No registration required for open play, but you must sign up in order to compete in the Super Smash Bros. tournament on August...
This ensemble was formed over 30 years ago by members of the former Newport News Shipbuilding Band. It has been active in the Tidewater area since then, performing at various venues including commencement ceremonies, churches, retirement establishments, and other community events. The York River Concert Band, a non-profit organization, is made up of local community...
Saturday Morning Cartoons is a monthly film series for animation lovers in the Williamsburg Library Theatre. Puss in Boots: The Last Wish (2022) The fearless, adventure-loving Puss (Antonio Banderas) is horrified to discover that he has burned through eight of his nine lives. With his confidence shaken and various fairy tale villains pursuing him, Puss...
The Peninsula Concert Band will perform a variety of music including march, classic, and popular music. The band is made up of volunteers and has been performing in the Tidewater area for 72 years. Their mission is to educate, entertain, and enrich the community. Free admission, no tickets required.
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. June 6, 2:00-3:45 pm: Encounters at the End of the World (2007) Cool off in our theater with Werner Herzog’s award-winning documentary...