Speedquizzing Trivia at Alewerks Every Tuesday

Alewerks Brewing Company 189B Ewell Rd, Williamsburg, VA

Every Tuesday, come to Alewerks and play Speedquizzing Trivia, hosted by Matt Chambers of Squared Away Entertainment! Bald Guys Pies is serving up your favorite pizzas from 4-8. The fun begins at 7:00! Trivia Rounds to include General Knowledge, Music, and Specialty Themed Rounds, and the top 3 teams will win great prizes! First Place...

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Advances in Forensic Chemistry for the Courtroom (WL)

Stryker Center at the Williamsburg Regional Library 412 N. Boundary Street, Williamsburg, VA

Forensic chemistry analysis is essential in criminal evidence analysis and court proceedings. This includes the use of fingerprints to identify suspects. Incomplete prints, called fingermarks, are often not useful to identify individuals, but a new chemical technique shows promise in understanding their composition. This technique separates compounds found in sweat and generates visual data useful...

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WRL’s Hispanic Heritage Month Film: “Selena” (1997)

Williamsburg Library 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA

This engaging bio-pic tells the story of Tejano-style singer Selena Quintanilla-Perez and her meteoric rise to fame. Stars Jennifer Lopez and directed by Gregory Nava. 2hrs 7min PG

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

James City County Library 7770 Croaker Rd., Williamsburg, VA

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...

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Canva 101 (WL)

Williamsburg Library 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA

Learn how to use Canva, the free graphic design software in this series of quick lessons. You’ll learn how to get started, use templates, add style, and use the graphics. Each lesson will include time for you to work on your own project and ask questions. Registration required. Call 757.741.3300, option 2.

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WRL’s Throwback Thursday Film Series: Arsenic and Old Lace (1944) NR

Williamsburg Library Theatre 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA

Now in its 21st year, the Throwback Thursday Film Series screens a variety of classic movies for an adult audience. October: Halloween Spooktacular! October 3: Arsenic and Old Lace (1944) NR Halloween night becomes chaotic for a newlywed (Cary Grant) when he discovers what is buried in the basement of his beloved aunt’s home. Frank...

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Emancipation: The Contrasting Approaches of Great Britain and the American Republic (WL)

Stryker Center at the Williamsburg Regional Library 412 N. Boundary Street, Williamsburg, VA

This presentation will assess why Great Britain and the United States approached emancipation differently. In Britain’s case, the willingness of Caribbean sugar planters to accept the Government’s compensation offer derived from a conviction that liberalisation of the national economy was inevitable and would ultimately undermine the economics of West Indian sugar production. In the United...

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Jukebox Bingo at the L.A.B.

Alewerks L.A.B. 5711-36 Richmond Rd, Williamsburg, VA

Jukebox Bingo is musical bingo! Dance, drink, and win awesome prizes! Bingo is free to play and family friendly. It's a great way to unwind. Most Jukebox Bingo nights are held on Thursdays, but some will be held on Wednesdays. Be sure to check back to make sure of the day!

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Hand Sew a Mini Ghost (JCCL)

James City County Library 7770 Croaker Rd., Williamsburg, VA

Practice your hand-sewing skills and make an adorable stuffed felt ghost just in time for spooky season! For ages 13+. Space is limited; please call 757.741.3300, option 2 to register.

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First Fridays Recovery Service

Bruton Parish Church 201 Duke of Gloucester St., Williamsburg, VA

SpiritWorks Foundation hosts this monthly recovery service with prayers and readings that focus on helping people find ways to live faithfully in the midst of any kind of suffering, especially addiction, codependence, mental illness, and trauma. Tears are welcome, joy is celebrated, and all are embraced exactly as they are. During the service participants may...

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Fired Up Fridays

Alewerks Brewing Company 189B Ewell Rd, Williamsburg, VA

Hang out in the beer garden after work on Fridays and listen to live music, good food, and great beer. Check out the schedule below to see who is performing what food trucks to expect. **Live Music starts at 6:30 p.m. and food trucks are normally ready to go at 4 p.m.** Oct. 4: Nicholas...

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Fired Up Fridays

Alewerks Brewing Company 189B Ewell Rd, Williamsburg, VA

Hang out in the beer garden after work on Fridays and listen to live music, good food, and great beer. Check out the schedule below to see who is performing what food trucks to expect. **Live Music starts at 6:30 p.m. and food trucks are normally ready to go at 4 p.m.** Oct. 4: Nicholas...

Free
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