Write a Children’s Book: From Idea to Publication (WL)

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

Have you ever wanted to write a children’s picture book? Learn how author Leslie Eva Tayloe did it. Her books include I’m Fishing with Pop-Pop Today (Austin Macauley Publishers, 2022), Save the Trees (Brandylane Publishers, April 2024) and Eduardo’s Attic Door (Doodle and Peck Publishing, Winter 2024).

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School’s Out For Summer

Alewerks Brewing Company 189B Ewell Rd, Williamsburg, VA

School's out, which means all the fun! For the kiddos, we've got all sorts of games set out, chalk, and bubbles! We'll even have a special prize the kiddos can enter into to win (more details on that later), 1 ticket for $1 or 5 tickets for $3. Don't worry parents, we didn't forget about...

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First Day Fun (WL)

City Square Plaza 412 N Boundary St, Williamsburg, VA

Come share on the square! Enjoy the summer weather with music and snacks on the plaza outside the Williamsburg Library. Learn about our Summer Reading Road Trip reading program, including how to share the titles you’ve been reading to earn prizes.

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Writers’ Club: Brainstorming Plot Problems (WL)

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

Are you a writer? Whether or not you’re published, you can benefit from this supportive writer’s group. Listen to informative talks on a variety of writing-related topics and meet other writers and aspiring writers. For ages 13+. Brainstorming Plot Problems: Turning Stuck Scenes into Story Gold Feeling uninspired or stuck on a particular scene? Unsure...

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Tween Lounge (WL)

Williamsburg Library 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA

Have a snack, make a craft, or just hang out with friends, weekly before Nintendo Switch Gaming. For ages 9-12.

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Nintendo Switch Gaming (WL)

Williamsburg Library Theatre 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA

Have a smashing good time playing Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Mario Kart 8, and more on the big screen in the Williamsburg Library Theatre. For ages 9-18. No registration required for open play, but you must register by calling 757-741-3300 option 4 to compete in the Super Smash Bros. Ultimate tournament on August 5.

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WRL’s Cinema @ Scotland Street: “The Teachers’ Lounge” (2023)

Williamsburg Library Theatre 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA

The Cinema @ Scotland Street series features indie, foreign, art house, and documentary films. All films are shown in the Williamsburg Library Theatre. Free admission. The Teachers’ Lounge (2023) PG-13 Good intentions go horribly awry when a young teacher tries to help one of her students accused of theft. This tense German drama was directed...

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Teen Creative Writing (JCCL)

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

Join us for an opportunity to explore experiences and feelings through creative writing in a relaxed, safe, and nonjudgmental environment. For ages 13-18. No registration required.

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Puppet Storytime (JCCL)

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

This all-ages storytime includes stories, songs, and more, featuring the WRL Puppets, brought to life by teen volunteers.

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Online Seminar – Social Security: Protecting You From Fraud

Online Online

Presented by Social Security Public Affairs Specialist Mackenzie Eckenrode, this presentation will walk you through how the Social Security Administration protects you from fraud, and what steps you can take to protect yourself and your loved ones. Click this link to participate: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82110919827?pwd=dWtwMEsvd05tYkhPS2EwejAzdmpGdz09 Meeting ID: 821 1091 9827 Passcode: 786003

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Terrific Tuesday (JCCL)

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

Enjoy some summer sunshine after storytime with lawn toys and other outdoor activities at the James City County Library. Weather permitting; all ages welcome.

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WRL’s Art House Café Film Series: Anatomy of a Fall / Anatomie d’une Chute (2023) R

Williamsburg Library Theatre 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA

This film series brings art house film flavor to your Tuesdays. Plus, meet new friends, hear from special guests who are film experts, enjoy light refreshments, and have a discussion after the film. June 18: Anatomy of a Fall (2023) (Anatomie d’une Chute) R A family is torn apart when a wife is accused of...

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