The Colonial Italian American Organization (CIAO) presents Il Postino (1995). When exiled Cuban poet Pablo Neruda (Philippe Noiret) arrives on a tiny Italian isle, there’s so much new mail that Mario (Massimo Troisi), an unemployed, uneducated layabout, is hired as a postman. His job is simply to deliver Neruda’s daily mail. Mario soon becomes a...
Learning to read is an exciting time, and we’re here to celebrate it! This Williamsburg Regional Library book club is designed to support the emerging literacy of our youngest elementary-aged kids. Each month we’ll read, play games, and participate in fun activities based on another awesome early reader book. At the end of the program,...
Kathy Hornsby, photographer, and Connie Desaulniers, painter, will exhibit their art at their show COLORS at the Stryker Center, 412 N. Boundary Street, Williamsburg, VA from April 9 to May 28, 2022. The two longtime friends share their love of color saturation in their art forms. Florals that are abstracted by water and light embody...
Apr 11-14, 2022 Whitework Embroidery $440 includes all materials April 11-14, 2022 Whitework Embroidery A Four day course in whitework embroidery. This is key to beautiful embroidered trousseau heirloom linens for the home. The class will focus upon particular stitches and perfecting techniques used to embellish fine linens and clothing. We will also explore...
Need to hem a pair of pants, stitch a rip, or shorten sleeves? Bring that project to the Williamsburg Library Maker Space and use our sewing machines and workspace to get it done. Library staff will assist with sewing resources and machine use for your project. Join us for a social way to work through...
Special Agent Dante Robinson, Virginia State Police, will speak about Counter-Terrorism and Criminal Interdiction (CCI) at the April 12 luncheon of the National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association. The CCI Section of the State Police is responsible for interdicting all threats of criminal activity occurring in the Commonwealth of Virginia, providing assistance to localities...
This film series brings art house film flavor to your Tuesdays. Plus, meet new friends, hear from special guests, enjoy light refreshments, and have a discussion after the film. April 5: No film April 12: Icarus (2017), 2:00-4:05 p.m. Director Bryan Fogel’s investigation of doping in amateur sports led to more dangerous ground than he...
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...
Alien-looking octopuses, captivating coral forests, and ghostly shipwrecks: learn what the NOAA ship Okeanos Explorer and its robotic subs are finding as they map the deep-sea floor, the planet’s last unexplored frontier. Talks @ 2 is a series of discussions about popular culture, history, and travel that meets on select Wednesday and Thursday afternoons.
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 Williamsburg Regional Library at 757.741.3300, option 2.
G-13 ‧ 1998 ‧ Drama/Romance/War ‧ 1h 46min Based on actual events, this is the story of honor, courage, and passionate rivalries. In an effort to remain neutral, Ireland made a deal to intern any soldier, German or Allied, captured on Irish soil. During a dogfight, Allied pilot Miles Keogh (Bill Campbell) and German pilot...
This month we’re discussing “The Many Deaths of Laila Starr” by Ram V. Humanity who is on the verge of discovering immortality. As a result, the avatar of Death is cast down to Earth to live a mortal life in Mumbai as twenty-something Laila Starr. Struggling with her newfound mortality, Laila has found a way...