Experts from the Mariners’ Museum will join us at the James City County Library to tell stories from African, European, and Native American cultures, and teach us what they have in common despite originating in different parts of the world. Kids will become storytellers themselves and learn to use musical instruments from around the globe...
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...
Preschool Storytime is a storytime program designed for preschoolers aged 3 to 5 and their caregivers featuring stories, rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and other activities.
Now in its 20th 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. January’s theme: Based on a True Story January 5, 2:00-4:15 p.m.: Quiz Show (1994) Ralph Fiennes plays suspected game show cheater Charles Van Doren...
**Please note, this event is NOT taking place on January 6** Start the new year off right by creating your own dry erase calendar to help keep you on track. All materials provided, but you may bring your own paint sample chips if you wish (you will need 35 total, make sure they are the...
Williamsburg Regional Library's teen volunteer group meets to share ideas for library services and work on various tasks. For more information, visit wrl.org/teens.
Start the new year off right by creating your own dry erase calendar to help keep you on track. All materials provided, but you may bring your own paint sample chips if you wish (you will need 35 total, make sure they are the individual ones instead of a strip). Registration required; call Williamsburg Regional...
Colonial Piecemakers Quilt Guild (CPQG) will host guest speaker Norene Skiles who will discuss how to print your own fabric design and quilt labels. If you love to quilt, are interested in the history of quilting, or want to get started in a great hobby we welcome you to join us Jan. 7 at 9:30...
English Paper Piecing (EPP) is a quilt making technique that has experienced a renaissance and is wildly popular. Learn this technique and make a “Grandmother’s Flower Garden” quilt block to create a coaster, potholder, or begin making your own quilt. This is a hand sewing technique. No prior sewing experience needed. Ages: teens-adult. Supplies are...
Join us for a fun spin on “Snow.” Drop-in and Make-n-Take your own Snowperson or Jumbo Snowflake. We will have all the supplies! No registration is required!
Learning to read is an exciting time, and we’re here to celebrate it! Join other emerging readers at the James City County Library to read, play games, and participate in fun activities based on an awesome early reader book. Participants will get a copy of the month’s book to keep. We offer two sessions, one...
Baby Lapsit Storytime is a Williamsburg Regional Library storytime program especially for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers. This storytime includes 15 minutes of songs, fingerplays, and lap games. This storytime will feature the same songs and activities every week; this repetition of rhymes and songs forms a foundation for learning for...