The artist Edward Beyer came to the U.S. from Germany after the Revolution of 1848. For several years Beyer, a graduate of the Düsseldorf Academy, traveled around the northeast U.S. and Ohio, sketching, painting oil landscapes, and exhibiting a moving panorama. In the mid-1850s he traveled to Virginia where he made panoramic oils in the...
Stay after storytime at the James City County Library or just come in for the playdate to chat with other caregivers while your baby has fun with our toy collection. On the first Monday and Tuesday of each month, experts from Child Development Resources will join us to answer your questions about your baby’s development.
Join Williamsburg Regional Library Adult Services librarian Dwight Woodward as he recounts his 10-day tour of Spain. The weather was gorgeous, the views were amazing, and the food was more than memorable. If you are interested in traveling to Spain you won’t want to miss this talk, where he will highlight some of his favorite...
Men's Charity Tennis sponsors a Wine Gala Fundraiser at Earth Fare: “A Taste of Italy” To Benefit Hospice House & Support Care of Williamsburg Wednesday September 28, 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Earth Fare, 208 Monticello Avenue "Gather your friends and join us as we explore the wines of Italy, with winemaking traditions that go back thousands...
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. Register for free by calling 757.741.3300, option 2.
The film screening of "A Crime on the Bayou" begins at 4:30 p.m. and will be followed by a live virtual conversation with Nancy Buirski (director) and Gary Duncan (film protagonist), and Lolis Eric Elie (Author, Filmmaker, Film Subject). Register here: https://events.wm.edu/event/view/lemonproject/130053 Williamsburg Regional Library is proud to collaborate with The Lemon Project at the...
A local nature photographer from the Historic Rivers chapter of the Virginia Master Naturalists will cover aspects of creating a good photograph, including light, location, equipment, and several of the important design elements of composition. The presentation includes stunning images, all of which were taken at area gardens. It also includes technical information and practical...
Join Dr. Molly Mitchell, Research Assistant Professor at VIMS, and Joe Rieger, Deputy Director of Restoration at Elizabeth River Project, as they discuss the Elizabeth River Environmental Justice Tool. This tool, developed through collaboration between ERP and VIMS, allows planners to deliberately focus on equity for historically marginalized communities within the Elizabeth River watershed. Combining...
Masterworks Concert 1 PAREMSKI PLAYS RACHMANINOFF September 29th, at 7:30 p.m. Guest Artist: Natasha Paremski, piano Williamsburg Community Chapel, Pieces: Brahms - Variations on a Theme of Joseph Haydn Rachmaninoff - Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini Natasha Paremski, piano Korngold - Theme and Variations Hindemith - Symphonic Metamorphosis of Themes by Carl Maria von...
CPQG invites all who are interested in making or admiring quilts to our fun and informative meetings! On Oct. 1, Lorraine Mooney will share her secrets for using all that scrap fabric quilters seem to accumulate. Come early and sign in at 9 am so you can visit the raffle tables before enjoying the meeting...
Join instructor Wesley Stevens for a 4-week course introducing kids ages 8-12 to this fun and versatile instrument. Strum along to pop music favorites while you learn music theory, strumming patterns, and basic note reading. Bring your own instrument or borrow from our classroom set. Registration is required; call Williamsburg Regional Library at 757.741.3300, option...
Let’s get those fingers working! Finger Gym is a new WRL program focused on building fine–motor skills like cutting, twisting, and writing through a variety of fall–themed activities. An adult caregiver must accompany each child. For ages 3–7.