Star in a Bottle: The Promises and Challenges of Nuclear Fusion (WL)

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

In December 2022, the National Ignition Facility announced the first-ever fusion reaction to produce more power than was absorbed. In this talk, Ryan Chaban, recent Physics PhD from William & Mary, will explain the science of nuclear fusion, from the quantum level to the macroscale plasma physics involved. Learn about the remaining engineering and technological...

Free

Embroidery Machine 101 (WL)

Williamsburg Library 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA

Join us for this beginner’s class on how to use the Makerspace’s new embroidery machine! For ages 13+. Spots are limited for this hands-on class so please call 757.741.3300, option 2 to register.

Free

Super Smash Bros. Tournament (WL)

Williamsburg Library 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA

Show your skills in a Super Smash tournament. First place takes home a prize! For ages 9-18. No registration required.

Free

WRL’s Celtic Film Series: “Philomena” (2013)

Williamsburg Library Theatre 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA

An elderly woman (Judi Dench) has been searching for her son for 50 years, who was taken away from her after she became pregnant and was forced to live in a convent. Based on a true story, BBC political journalist Martin Sixsmith (Steve Coogan) helps her in her search. PG-13 1hr 38min The Celtic Film...

Free

BINGO at the L.A.B.

Alewerks L.A.B. 5711-36 Richmond Rd, Williamsburg, VA

Head to the L.A.B. for BINGO! It's free and fun to play! Win prizes while hanging out with friends and sipping on your favorite brews. Bring something to eat, or have it delivered! The L.A.B. is open from 12-8.

Free

Power in the Panels: A Graphic Novel Book Group: “Snapdragon” by Kat Leyh (WL)

Stryker Center at the Williamsburg Regional Library 412 N. Boundary Street, 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. March 14: “Sandman, Volume 1” by Neil Gaiman. We will be reading the first volume of Sandman, an epic fantasy series that was recently...

Free

Memory Café (WL)

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

This social gathering is for those personally dealing with memory loss and their partners who provide care for those with those challenges. The Café is organized and hosted by trained facilitators. What happens at the café? Each Café will offer its guests the chance for unstructured conversation, refreshments and getting to know others in the...

Free
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First Responders Friday

Alewerks Brewing Company 189B Ewell Rd, Williamsburg, VA

Calling all first responders: stop by either taproom and enjoy $1 off all pints! Take a load off while enjoying your favorite beer and swapping stories! We have food trucks and our fresh baked artisan pretzels daily at the main taproom. The main taproom is open 12-10, and the L.A.B. from 12-8.

Free
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Fired Up Fridays

Alewerks Brewing Company 189B Ewell Rd, Williamsburg, VA

We've got live music on Friday nights and great food. Bring your date, friends, family, coworker, and frenemies. Enjoy a pint, or two, and jam out. Schedule for May is below. 5/3/24: The MJ's 6:30-9:30; Food truck 4-8: Two Salty River Chic's (https://www.facebook.com/events/2520695181449582) 5/10/24: Phil Watson 6:30-4:30; Food trucks 4-8: Hungry Hungry Arrow (https://www.facebook.com/events/435988165690595) 5/17/24:...

Free

Design Your Dream with Financial Peace (WL)

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

In this class, Financial Coach Vanessa Rutter-Jackson will show you how you can obtain your dream life. These past few years have been tough for people financially and in other ways, but you are not as stuck as you may feel. This class will walk you through ways to plan your finances and handle your...

Free

Backgammon Club (WL)

Williamsburg Library 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA

Players of all levels are invited to join a casual group to roll the dice in the popular game of strategy and luck. WRL will have a couple of boards on hand, but if you have one, bring your own backgammon board.

Free

Mommy & Me Permanent Jewelry

Alewerks L.A.B. 5711-36 Richmond Rd, Williamsburg, VA

Mommies, bring your mini me's to the L.A.B. and get some beautiful permanent jewelry. Rings, bracelets, necklaces, The Welderie does it all! Tickets are $10 and cover just one person's admittance. The $10 is a nonrefundable deposit towards the jewelry. Tickets are encouraged, but walk-ups are welcome.

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