WhoDunnits: A Mystery Book Group

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

This month, WhoDunnits will be reading Murder in the White House by Margaret Truman. Investigating the strangling death of the Secretary of State in the Lincoln Bedroom, White House counsel Ron Fairbanks hears that the Secretary was a womanizer with ties to a glamorous call girl, and finds evidence of unofficial connections with international wheeler-dealers....

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Bestsellers: William Kent Krueger

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

Thanks to a grant from the Friends of WRL Foundation, Williamsburg Regional Library is forming a new book group to hear from bestselling authors and talk about their work. After watching interview highlights from the new Library Speakers Consortium database, we’ll discuss the writer’s books and style and other topics. This month William Kent Krueger,...

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WRL Class: Top Ten Tips for Using Your New iPhone or iPad

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

If you just got a new iPhone or iPad and are stumped about how to use its many features, then this class is for you! It will cover several of the basic features including how you can download & use WRL apps to access ebooks, digital audiobooks, and magazines. Even if your i-device is not...

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Library Speakers Consortium

Stryker Center 412 N. Boundary St, Williamsburg, VA

Join us 4 p.m. June 7 to hear the livestream program by Dr. Mike Rucker, author of The Fun Habit, and learn how to access the Library Speakers Consortium from home. Get ready to hear from some of your favorite big-name fiction and nonfiction authors! The Library Speakers Consortium offers 2-3 live, online events each...

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Fellowship in a Ring: A Sci-Fi/Fantasy Book Group (JCCL)

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

Fellowship in a Ring is a group dedicated to science fiction and fantasy books, films, television, and pop culture. A suggested reading list is provided prior to each meeting. Readers are also welcome to share other science fiction or fantasy titles or simply join in the group conversation. Contact nhollands@wrl.org or anorfolk@wrl.org for a suggested...

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Dewey Decibel Concerts: Peninsula Concert Band

Williamsburg Library Theatre 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA

The Peninsula Concert Band will perform a variety of music including march, classic, and popular music. The band is made up of volunteers and has been performing in the Tidewater area for 72 years. Their mission is to educate, entertain, and enrich the community. Free admission, no tickets required.

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Computer Class: Intermediate Word I (JCCL)

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

Take the next step in your Word knowledge with this Intermediate level class. Seating is limited; please register by calling 757.741.3300, and select option 2 to sign up.

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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: Romance Abroad June 1, 2:00-3:45 pm: Funny Face (1957) Stanley Donen directed this top-notch musical about a fashion photographer (Fred Astaire) trying to turn a bookstore...

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Power in the Panels: A Graphic Novel Book Group

Stryker Center 412 N. Boundary St, Williamsburg, VA

Power in the Panels meets on the second Thursday of every month. This group is for graphic novel enthusiasts (18+, please) who want to read and talk about independent graphic novels. April 13: Let’s discuss zombies and the apocalypse with Tillie Walden’s newest titled “Clementine: Book One”! May 11: Join us for a fascinating non-fiction...

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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...

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Makerspace: Meet Your Machine

Williamsburg Library 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA

Learn the basics of sewing machines in this beginner course. Spots are limited; please call 757.741.3300, option 2 to register. Ages 13+.

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