Beanbag Book Club

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

Learning to read is an exciting time, and we’re here to celebrate it! Join other emerging readers 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 at 2 p.m. and one at...

Free

How to Effectively Critique a Manuscript

Stryker Center 412 N. Boundary St, Williamsburg, VA

An interactive presentation for readers and writers. Presented by Sally Stiles of the Chesapeake Bay Writers. She holds an MFA in Writing from Vermont College of Fine Arts. She has edited national magazines, published eight books and taught writing to adult students. She’s participated in a writing group for fifteen years and discussed writing technique...

Free

WRL Computer Class: Beginning Word

Williamsburg Library 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA

Learn the basics of word processing in Microsoft Word, including working with documents and formatting text. Prerequisite: ability to use a mouse and keyboard, some familiarity with Windows. Seating is limited, please call 757.741.3300 and choose option 2 to sign up.

Free

Makerspace: Design Space 101 (JCCL)

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

Learn the basics of word processing in Microsoft Word, including working with documents and formatting text. Prerequisite: ability to use a mouse and keyboard, some familiarity with Windows. Seating is limited, please call 757.741.3300 and choose option 2 to sign up.

Free
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Art House Cafe Film Series

Williamsburg Library Theatre 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA

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. May 2, 2:00-3:40 pm: Juniper (2021) An elderly woman (Charlotte Rampling) raging against the inequities of age is forced to live with...

Free

Teen Mother’s Day Card Making

Williamsburg Library 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA

Make a card for your mom or special person in your life using stickers and Cricut designs. For ages 13-18.

Free

Williamsburg Women’s Chorus presents ‘Everyday Wonders’

Williamsburg Presbyterian Church 215 Richmond Rd, Williamsburg, VA

The Williamsburg Women's Chorus will be featuring "The Girl From Aleppo" by Cecilia McDowell. Rebecca Davy, Artistic Director; Karen Ives, Accompanist.

$5 – $15
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Introduction to Libby (JCCL)

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

Learn how to use the library’s one-stop shop for ebooks and eaudiobooks. Please bring the mobile device you want to read or listen on (smartphone, tablet, ereader). You will need to know your library card number, your password for downloading apps, and your Amazon password if using a Kindle device. We will also go over...

Free
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WRL’s Throwback Thursday Film Series

Williamsburg Library Theatre 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA

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: Out West May 4, 2:00-3:45 pm: The Long Riders (1980) Walter Hill directed this action-packed western about the exploits of the James-Younger gang in the 1860s-70s....

Free

Hollywood Comes to Williamsburg: A Century of Movie and Media Productions

Stryker Center 412 N. Boundary St, Williamsburg, VA

Since the birth of the motion picture industry, Colonial Williamsburg has served as the setting for numerous television programs and movies while also producing many of its own educational films that bring aspects of the eighteenth-century to life on the screen. Take a journey through the history of movies, television shows, and media productions filmed...

Free
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Introduction to Basic Yoga (JCCL)

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

Always wanted to give yoga a try but never found the time? This is your chance to try this popular method of stretching, relaxation and exercise. This 3-week introductory session is taught by experienced staff from Full Circle Yoga & Pilates. Bring a mat if possible and wear comfortable clothes.

Free
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