Since the 1890s, the name Cartier has been synonymous with sparkle, glamour, and opulence. But behind the iridescent jewels lies a tale of multiple inventions, famous clients, cutting-edge design, and a love affair with material, color, and fashion. In this lecture, you’ll explore these tales and see examples of the various styles Cartier popularized from...
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 Williamsburg Regional Library at 757.741.3300 and choose option 2 to sign up.
Explore classic and contemporary fiction and nonfiction from around the world. This group will sample critically acclaimed and prize-winning titles with open and inclusive discussion. Join us in-person or virtually for this month’s discussion of Anxious People by Frederik Backman. The virtual meeting details can be found in the event listing at wrl.org/events. A real...
Clocks feel ever-present in our lives. However, many daily tasks such as cooking, baking, and crafts rely not on the second hand but on our senses to keep time. In the eighteenth-century Atlantic world, craftspeople and artisans relied on their senses to “know time.” Whether they were brewing beer or preparing an indigo dye bath,...
Real People/Real Stories meets the third Thursday of each month to explore the best in nonfiction history, biography, science, nature, and the arts. Join us as we discuss The Interrupted Journey: Two Lost Hours Aboard a UFO, by John G. Fuller. On a summer night in 1961, Barney and Betty Hill were driving home through...
Are you interested in starting a business but concerned about how to begin, where to begin, and whether your idea makes sense? Here’s your chance to get some answers. After this workshop you will know….. * how a business plan can help you * your options for a legal structure of the business * the...
Susan Swiatek, State Director of the Virginia chapter of the Mutual UFO Network (MUFON) will be coming to the library on October 20 to give a presentation on UFO cases in Virginia. MUFON was established in 1969 “to track citizen sightings of UFOs.” They hold the world’s “largest and most detailed database of UFO sightings.”...
WRL’s teen volunteer group meets the first and third Thursdays of the month at alternating locations to share ideas for library services and work on various tasks. Application and orientation required; visit wrl.org/teens for more information. October 6, Williamsburg Library *new member orientation* October 20, James City County Library *new member orientation* November 3, Williamsburg...
Come work on your spooky projects the last two Thursday evenings before Halloween when the Williamsburg Library's Makerspace stays open two extra hours! Put the finishing touches on your costumes, cut out decorations for your party using our Cricut machines, and anything else your imagination can dream up.
Masterworks Concert 2 GLORY AND GRANDEUR Guest Artist: Rex Richardson, trumpet October 20th, at 7:30 p.m. Williamsburg Community Chapel Pieces: Wagner - Prelude to Die Meistersinger Arutiunian - Trumpet Concerto Rex Richardson, trumpet Tchaikovsky - Polonaise from Eugene Onegin Tchaikovsky - Symphony No. 2 In-Person and Livestream Option Available Tickets: $10-60 williamsburgsymphony.org
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...
The Walk to End Alzheimer’s is the world’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. This family - friendly event includes a 3 mile Walk route as well as a 1-mile Walk route. Register at www.alz.org/walk.