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.
Sew your own cape just in time for cooler weather! Supplies provided. If you want to bring your own fabric, please bring one and a half yards of 100% cotton. For ages 13 through adult. Spots are limited so call Williamsburg Regional Library at 757.741.3300, option 2 to register.
The Makerspace is open to those looking to draw a design and to have the Glowforge laser it onto a cool pin! For ages 13 through adult. Spots are limited so call 757.741.3300, option 2 to register.
The Tim May and Steve Smith duo brings an evening of original, traditional and swing music with mandolinist/vocalist Steve Smith and Nashville guitarist/vocalist Tim May. Smith and May originally met while on staff at Camp Bluegrass in Levelland, Texas and quickly discovered many common musical threads for exploration honoring tradition and improvisation. Their shows include...
Learning to read is an exciting time, and Williamsburg Regional Library is 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 this month’s book to keep. We offer two sessions, one at 2 p.m....
Preschool Storytime is a program designed for preschoolers from 3 to 5 years old and their caregivers featuring stories, rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and other activities.
This presentation is designed to create a greater aesthetic understanding and appreciation of sculpture in America. We will delve into sculptural works of art across eras and genres, forms and subject matters, and methods and materials of American sculptors. Presenter: Margaret Hancock Register for Zoom Lecture: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_6Pdes5-ASUOv-QUbBp0ZlA This program is a part of the Centuries...