American Revolution Genealogy (WL)

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

October is Family History month! Join the James City County America 250 Committee to discover whether your family was involved in the founding of the United States. The committee will share how to begin a genealogy search and verify if one of your ancestors has been recognized for their service during the Revolution. This event...

Free
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Night Of the Living Museum

The Virginia Living Muesum 524 J Clyde Morris Blvd, Newport News, VA 2360, Newport, New

Family-friendly Halloween fun awaits! Come dressed in your Halloween best and explore the Museum after dark. Discover fun and games (and treats!) throughout the Museum’s galleries and Conservation Lawn. Enjoy a spooky dance party and spectacular animal encounters Take in the Fright Lights Laser Show in the Planetarium (all access pass required). Explore the outdoor...

$12 – $23

Sit and Stitch (JCCL)

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

Join us for this program where beginners can meet up and learn the basics of knitting and people with projects are encouraged to stitch along with others. Some basics are provided for those without a project. No registration required.

Free

Williamsburg A Cappella Singers Concert (WL)

Williamsburg Library Theatre 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA

Enjoy a lively afternoon with the Williamsburg A Cappella Singers performing a selection of favorite classics.

Free

In BeTWEEN the Pages Tween Book Club (WL)

Williamsburg Library 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA

Come meet some fellow readers and join the conversation. This book club is designed for ages 9-12 and is limited to 15 members. Call 757.741.3300, option 4 to register and receive a free copy of this month’s book.

Free

Williamsburg Beer Festival

Howard Hanna Real Estate Services Parking Lot 5208 Monticello Avenue, Williamsburg, VA

4th Williamsburg Beer Festival, all proceeds benefit the Howard Hanna Children's Free Care Fund and its regional partner Children's Hospital of the King's Daughters Enjoy the only beer festival (that we know of) in our area that includes beer, food, a silent auction, raffles, and music. Over the past three years, we have raised over...

$20 – $40
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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

Introduction to Google Docs (WL)

Williamsburg Library 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA

Take your word processing to the cloud! Learn the basics of navigating Google Docs—similar to Microsoft Word, but completely web-based and free to use with a Gmail account. Prerequisites: ability to use a mouse and keyboard. Seating is limited, please register by calling 757.741.3300, and select option 2 to sign up.

Free

Virginia Thanksgiving Festival

Berkeley Plantation 12602 Harrison Landing Road, Charles City, VA

Charles City, Virginia In 1619, after a stormy voyage across the Atlantic, the Good Ship Margaret landed at Berkeley Hundred with thirty-six men aboard. In accordance with the instructions given in the charter by the Virginia Company, these settlers observed the first official English Thanksgiving in the New World. Join us at Berkeley Plantation on...

$10 – $40
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