In the Round: Sculpture in America

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This presentation is designed to create a greater aesthetic understanding and appreciation of sculpture in America. We will delve into sculptural works of art across eras and genres, forms and subject matters, and methods and materials of American sculptors. Presenter: Margaret Hancock Register for Zoom Lecture: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_6Pdes5-ASUOv-QUbBp0ZlA This program is a part of the Centuries...

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Art House Cafe Film Series

Williamsburg Library Theatre 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA

This new 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. October 4, 2:00-3:40 p.m.: The Rose Maker (2020) An expert in growing artisanal roses must contend with three hapless new employees...

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WhoDunnits: A Mystery Book Group

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

Join us to discuss "A Curious Beginning" by Deanna Raybourn. London, 1887. After burying her spinster aunt, orphaned Veronica Speedwell is free to resume her world travels in pursuit of scientific inquiry—and the occasional romantic dalliance. As familiar with hunting butterflies as with fending off admirers, Veronica intends to embark upon the journey of a...

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Trinity Organ Concert

Saint Bede Catholic Church 3686 Ironbound Road, Williamsburg, VA

Join Jeremy Garnett and Saint Bede's Associate Director of Music, Carina Brackin, for an exciting concert of works for trumpet and organ on Wednesday, October 5th, at Noon. Catch the glittering passagework of Vivaldi transformed by the master J. S. Bach, glide into a new season of the year with Carson Cooman's Solstice Sonata inspired...

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Before Cottagecore: Girls and Cottages in Nineteenth-Century America

Stryker Center 412 N. Boundary St, Williamsburg, VA

Cottagecore is a current social media movement and aesthetic that celebrates an idealized rural life. But long before TikTok, teenage girls dreamt about living in a cottage of their very own. In this talk, Emily Wells, doctoral candidate in History, will explore nineteenth-century manuscripts written by girls to examine how they thought about cottage life....

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Top Ten Tips for Using Your New iPhone or iPad

Williamsburg Library 515 Scotland St, 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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Makerspace: Glowforge Ghost Earrings

Williamsburg Library 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA

Celebrate this spooky season by drawing your own ghost earrings for the Glowforge to cut! For ages 13 through adult. Spots are limited so call 757.741.3300, option 2 to register.

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WRL’s Throwback Thursday Film Series

Williamsburg Library Theatre 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA

Now in its 19th year, 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. October’s theme: The Lady is a Spy October 6, 2:00-4:05 PM: A Call to Spy (2019) This espionage thriller tells the true stories of...

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Celtic Film Series: “High Spirits” (1988)

Williamsburg Library Theatre 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA

When a hotelier attempts to fill the chronic vacancies at his castle by launching an advertising campaign that falsely portrays the property as haunted, two actual ghosts show up and end up falling for two guests. Written and directed by Neil Jordan, starring Peter O’Toole, Daryl Hannah and Steve Guttenberg. PG-13 1hr 39min The Celtic...

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Teen Advisory Group (WL)

Williamsburg Library 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA

Williamsburg Regional Library's teen volunteer group meets the first and third Thursdays of the month at alternating locations to share ideas for library services and work on various tasks. Application and orientation required; for more information, visit wrl.org/teens/teen-volunteers/ October 6, Williamsburg Library *new member orientation* October 20, James City County Library *new member orientation* November...

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5th-12th Graders Nature Camp Scholarships

A camp for students who love nature and want to know more about conservation and the environment. Selected campers will be required to attend daily classes and to maintain a notebook. They will participate in outdoor activities in all types of weather. The two-week camp is in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Rockbridge County, VA....

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Fall Embroidery Craft at the James City County Library

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

Beginners are welcome for this fun and easy embroidery craft to celebrate the fall season. Supplies provided. Call 757.741.3300 option 2 to register.

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