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. King Richard (2021) PG-13 Vision, determination, and a 78-page plan drive Richard Williams’ quest to shape the destiny of his daughters, Venus and Serena. Will...
The Peninsula Concert Band has a rich, 75-year history of providing musical entertainment to people all over Hampton Roads, Virginia. The community band loves to perform concerts and educate audiences year-round with a broad range of band music that includes marches (e.g. “Stars and Stripes Forever” and “Colonel Bogey’s March”), contemporary show tunes, concert band...
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. June’s Theme: Juneteenth June 3: James Hemings: Ghost in America’s Kitchen (2022) Mac and cheese and French fries are just two foods introduced to America...
May 27: Noble (2014) PG-13 The inspiring true story of Christina Noble, who overcame an abusive childhood in Ireland to find a new life saving homeless children in Vietnam. Deirdre O’Kane stars in this inspiring film. 1hr 40min Watch trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t2DwaFKqKxQ
One of the better Frankie and Annette beach pictures has singer Sugar Kane (Linda Evans) being rescued by Frankie (Frankie Avalon), which arouses the jealousy of his girlfriend Dee Dee (Annette Funicello). Music and beachy hijinks ensue. The supporting cast includes Paul Lynde, Deborah Walley, Marta Kristen, and Harvey Lembeck. 1hr 38min
Now in its 21st year, 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. May’s Theme: Spring Break May 15: Palm Springs Weekend (1963) NR Palm Springs faces an onslaught of college kids looking for spring break fun...
This autobiographical film about an impoverished Catholic family struggling to survive in Depression-era Ireland stars Emily Watson and Robert Carlyle. Directed by Alan Parker, the film is based on Frank McCourt’s bestselling book. R, 2hrs 25min (note 5:30pm start time) The Celtic Film Series in the Williamsburg Library Theatre runs the 2nd Thursday of each...
Now in its 21st year, 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. May’s Theme: Spring Break May 8: Last Vegas (2013) PG-13 Four older, lifelong friends plan a holiday in Las Vegas to celebrate an upcoming...
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. May 6: Soundtrack to a Coup D’Etat (2024) NR The music of Louis Armstrong, Duke Ellington, Nina Simone, and other greats propels this Oscar-nominated documentary...
Celebrate the achievements of young poets at the Youth Poetry Contest (deadline for submission: April 21) awards presentation. Winners and honorable mention poems may be read by either the writer or a designee. You do not have to be present to win.
Now in its 21st year, 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. May’s Theme: Spring Break May 1: Where the Boys Are (1960) NR Looking for romance and adventure, four college coeds head to Fort Lauderdale,...
For centuries, the lute was known as the “Prince of Instruments,” and lute players were celebrities in royal courts across Europe. Ayreheart, a progressive folk quartet founded by GRAMMY nominated lutenist Ronn McFarlane, strives to restore the lute to its former glory – but in a modern context. With backgrounds in rock, folk and jazz,...