Join this workshop on character building and dialogue craft taught by local Virginia author Robin Traywick Williams. Ages 13-adult. Robin Traywick Williams is a journalist, author, storyteller and horsewoman. She holds a master’s degree in creative writing from Hollins University and is the author of four books. The manuscript for her horseracing novel, “The Key...
Reading is even more fun when you can share it with a fluffy, four-legged friend, and it’s a great way for beginning readers to practice with a patient audience. Drop in at the Williamsburg Library to read a story to trained therapy dogs, no registration required.
Two middle-aged people, both bruised by past bad relationships, find themselves drawn to each other in this tender love story. This BAFTA nominee for Best British Film stars Claire Rushbrook and Adeel Akhtar. NR 1h 35m The Cinema @ Scotland Street series features indie, foreign, art house, and documentary films. All films are shown in...
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.