Advances in Forensic Chemistry for the Courtroom (WL)

Stryker Center at the Williamsburg Regional Library 412 N. Boundary Street, Williamsburg, VA

Forensic chemistry analysis is essential in criminal evidence analysis and court proceedings. This includes the use of fingerprints to identify suspects. Incomplete prints, called fingermarks, are often not useful to identify individuals, but a new chemical technique shows promise in understanding their composition. This technique separates compounds found in sweat and generates visual data useful...

Free

WRL’s Hispanic Heritage Month Film: “Selena” (1997)

Williamsburg Library 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA

This engaging bio-pic tells the story of Tejano-style singer Selena Quintanilla-Perez and her meteoric rise to fame. Stars Jennifer Lopez and directed by Gregory Nava. 2hrs 7min PG

Free

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...

Free

William & Mary Theatre Presents “Men on Boats”

Phi Beta Kappa Memorial Hall 601 Jamestown Road, Williamsburg, VA

William & Mary Theatre is pleased to announce its production of "Men on Boats," written by Jaclyn Backhaus and directed by Abbie Cathcart. "Men on Boats" is a bold and satirical retelling of the 1869 Powell Geographic Expedition, where a crew of ten men journeyed down the Colorado River to explore the Grand Canyon. This...

$16 – $22

Canva 101 (WL)

Williamsburg Library 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA

Learn how to use Canva, the free graphic design software in this series of quick lessons. You’ll learn how to get started, use templates, add style, and use the graphics. Each lesson will include time for you to work on your own project and ask questions. Registration required. Call 757.741.3300, option 2.

Free

WRL’s Throwback Thursday Film Series: Arsenic and Old Lace (1944) NR

Williamsburg Library Theatre 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA

Now in its 21st year, the Throwback Thursday Film Series screens a variety of classic movies for an adult audience. October: Halloween Spooktacular! October 3: Arsenic and Old Lace (1944) NR Halloween night becomes chaotic for a newlywed (Cary Grant) when he discovers what is buried in the basement of his beloved aunt’s home. Frank...

Free

Emancipation: The Contrasting Approaches of Great Britain and the American Republic (WL)

Stryker Center at the Williamsburg Regional Library 412 N. Boundary Street, Williamsburg, VA

This presentation will assess why Great Britain and the United States approached emancipation differently. In Britain’s case, the willingness of Caribbean sugar planters to accept the Government’s compensation offer derived from a conviction that liberalisation of the national economy was inevitable and would ultimately undermine the economics of West Indian sugar production. In the United...

Free

Hand Sew a Mini Ghost (JCCL)

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

Practice your hand-sewing skills and make an adorable stuffed felt ghost just in time for spooky season! For ages 13+. Space is limited; please call 757.741.3300, option 2 to register.

Free
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First Fridays Recovery Service

Bruton Parish Church 201 Duke of Gloucester St., Williamsburg, VA

SpiritWorks Foundation hosts this monthly recovery service with prayers and readings that focus on helping people find ways to live faithfully in the midst of any kind of suffering, especially addiction, codependence, mental illness, and trauma. Tears are welcome, joy is celebrated, and all are embraced exactly as they are. During the service participants may...

Free

The 15th Annual Williamsburg Landing 5k Run/Walk for The Arc

William A. Doig Health Club and Spa 3000 The Mall, Williamsburg, Virginia

Join us for the 15th Annual Williamsburg Landing 5k Run/Walk for The Arc! This year marks the 48th year The Arc of Greater Williamsburg has proudly served adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the Williamsburg community. The Arc's support services provide educational, vocational, health and wellness, life skills, cultural, social, and recreational programs. In...

$40

WRL’s Hispanic Heritage Month Film: “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” (2023)

Williamsburg Library 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA

Teenager Miles Morales has become more comfortable in his role as his universe’s “one and only” Spider-Man, but when he is catapulted into the multiverse and meets a team of Spider-People charged with protecting it, they clash over the team’s philosophies and methods. This gorgeously animated film is directed by Joaquim dos Santos and stars...

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