Now in its 21st year, the Throwback Thursday Film Series screens a variety of classic movies for an adult audience. December’s theme: Welcome Back Notre Dame! Dec. 5: The Hunchback of Notre Dame (1939) NR In 15th-century Paris, a gypsy girl (Maureen O’Hara) becomes the object of obsession by both the city’s ruthless Chief Justice...

Learn how to open and create dynamic, visually interesting presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint. 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.

WRL’s teen volunteer group meets the first Thursday of the month to share ideas for library services and work on various tasks. Application and orientation required. https://www.wrl.org/teens/teen-volunteers/

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.

2 Actors. 10 Puppets. 30 minutes. Bring a chair or stand and watch as Ebenezer Scrooge confronts ghosts and visions from his past, present and future. Marvel as the performers transform themselves into multiple characters of all ages, genders and ghostly varieties! It is funny, at times scary, full of puppets and special effects, and...

Hand sewing project! Learn two different hand quilt piecing techniques as we explore English Paper Piecing (EPP) and the iconic cathedral window square. Supplies provided. Reservations required. Please call (757) 741-3324 to register.

Discover how to make stunning shabby chic book page and rag wreaths using items you may have at home. Each student will have the opportunity to make a unique wreath to proudly display for family and friends. All necessary supplies are provided. This craft is recommended for ages 5 and up. Join WRL’s Bookmobile every...

The engineers of the Fords Colony Model Railroad Club return for their 20th year of entertaining visitors and sharing their talent for building miniature worlds. Come enjoy the trains and scenery at the James City County Library. The Norge Depot will also be open to visitors, with special door-to-door transportation by the Kiwanis. Saturday, December...

2 Actors. 10 Puppets. 30 minutes. Bring a chair or stand and watch as Ebenezer Scrooge confronts ghosts and visions from his past, present and future. Marvel as the performers transform themselves into multiple characters of all ages, genders and ghostly varieties! It is funny, at times scary, full of puppets and special effects, and...

Celebrate the opening of this collaborative exhibit between William & Mary Libraries and the WRL Gallery at Stryker Center with fun for the whole family, including activities for kids. At 1 p.m., join Olaf the Snowman for a wintery dance party with music and games. Starting at 2 p.m., craft a snowman magnet. https://www.wrl.org/series/twas-the-night-before-christmas/

The engineers of the Fords Colony Model Railroad Club return for their 20th year of entertaining visitors and sharing their talent for building miniature worlds. Come enjoy the trains and scenery at the James City County Library. The Norge Depot will also be open to visitors, with special door-to-door transportation by the Kiwanis. Saturday, December...

Entertain like a pro this season with help from your local Trader Joe’s! Pick up easy and tasty appetizer tips and see how to create a fabulous charcuterie board. Taste some delicious samples while you learn and get in the holiday spirit! Reservations required. Please call (757) 741-3300, option 2 to register.

Learn how to utilize the Cricut to make your own custom gift tags for the holiday season! For ages 13+. Space is limited; please call (757) 741–3300, option 2 to register.

Learn how to open, save and input data in Microsoft Excel. 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.

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...

Check out Open Mic Night at the L.A.B. Wednesday night with the Lovecats. It's free to participate, and free to watch! If you're looking to perform, be sure to show up early so you can sign up. Performers are given 15 minute sets and sound is provided. Open Mic Night is about exploring new music,...

Learn to appliqué on our embroidery machines! Create a small square with a design to take home. Must have taken Embroidery Machine 101 first. For ages 13+. Spots are limited so please call (757) 741–3300, option 2 to register.

Now in its 21st year, the Throwback Thursday Film Series screens a variety of classic movies for an adult audience. December’s theme: Welcome Back Notre Dame! Dec. 12: Amélie (2001) R Audrey Tautou plays a kind-hearted soul who delights in helping other people find happiness. The cathedral of Notre Dame plays a seminal role in...

The story of ‘Mad’ Mary McArdle returning to her small Irish home town after a short spell in prison – for something she’d rather forget – is a tough and tender story about friendship, first love, and letting go of the glory days. TV-14 1hr 22min Watch trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?si=7NSfgao8n9IINFRE&v=PgAkhspus8A&feature=youtu.be The Celtic Film Series in the...

Join the Bookmobile team for an all ages storytime at the Waltrip Williamsburg Executive Airport, 100 Marclay Drive.

🎄✨ The holiday season just got brighter! ✨🎄 Get ready for a fun-filled and festive experience with Cadence's The Best Christmas Pageant Ever: The Musical at the Libby S. Gottwald Playhouse in Richmond! This heartwarming musical, based on the best-selling book by Barbara Robinson, tells the hilarious and chaotic story of the Herdman kids—small-town bullies...

The Higher Ground Jazz Band is a community outreach group that seeks to uplift and inspire with swing, Latin, and jazz standards as well as modern big band arrangements. The band is composed of 17 professional and amateur instrumentalists, along with vocalists. It is currently under the direction of Joel Joyner, whose international trumpet artistry...

We are excited to announce the grand opening for our new pain and wellness clinic. Come join us and truly learn how to optimize your health!

Join us on Saturdays from 10 am to 1 pm at the Abram Frink Jr. Community Center for a day of play with our Bookmobile! Every Saturday is a new adventure! POP-N-PLAY: Come and play fun S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics) games, ride Roller Racers, and other fun activities. Special thanks to Friends...

Learn the basics of word processing in Microsoft Word, including working with documents and formatting text. Prerequisite: ability to use a mouse and keyboard, some familiarity with Windows. Seating is limited, please call 757.741.3300 and choose option 2 to sign up.

2 Actors. 10 Puppets. 30 minutes. Bring a chair or stand and watch as Ebenezer Scrooge confronts ghosts and visions from his past, present and future. Marvel as the performers transform themselves into multiple characters of all ages, genders and ghostly varieties! It is funny, at times scary, full of puppets and special effects, and...

Join us for our youngest book club! There’s no requirement to attend every meeting and new participants are welcome any time. This month we’ll read, craft, and play games around the book Marco Polo Brave Explorer by Cynthia Lord. Includes a copy of the book to keep. Space is limited; pick up a free ticket...

Julia Louis-Dreyfus plays an unpublished writer whose marriage is rocked when she finds out that her husband doesn’t like her latest novel. This domestic drama about “trust, lies, and the things we say to the people we love most” costars Tobias Menzies under the direction of Nicole Holofcener. R, 1hr 33min Watch trailer:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=20GWk5cWPBs&feature=youtu.be

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.

Dec. 17: The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie (1969) PG Dame Maggie Smith won the Best Actress Oscar for her performance as an eccentric Scottish school teacher who has an unsettling influence over the impressionable girls in her charge. Ronald Neame directed with Robert Stephens, Gordon Jackson, and Pamela Franklin costarring. 1hr 56min Watch trailer:...

Cena con Cuentos es un programa de lectura en español para familias hispanohablantes con niños de 0 a 10 años de edad. Se ofrece el primer y tercer martes del mes en el Stryker Center (412 N Boundary St), de las 5 a las 6.30pm. Cada vez habrán actividades, leeremos cuentos, y disfrutarán de una...

Learn the basics of navigating a web page, including how to bookmark so you can find pages later. Seating is limited, please call (757) 741-3300 and choose option 2 to sign up.

Join Alewerks Brewing Co. and The Lovecats for a Holiday Sing-A-Long full of festive fun! This free, family-friendly event has something for everyone—sing your favorite holiday classics, enjoy tasty eats from CHILE Kitchen, and keep the kiddos entertained with coloring sheets, candy, and surprises. Don’t miss out on the holiday cheer—see you there!

Dec. 19: The Three Musketeers (2011) PG-13 D’Artagnan and the three Musketeers unite to defeat Cardinal Richelieu and his nefarious plan to seize the throne of France. This action-packed version of the classic story features fantasy elements, slapstick comedy, and a swordfight atop Notre Dame cathedral. Matthew Macfadyen, Ray Stevenson, and Milla Jovovich star under...

Real People/Real Stories meets the third Thursday of each month to explore the best in nonfiction history, biography, science, nature, and the arts. Our annual Christmas Free Read! No assigned title this month. Instead, bring a long-time favorite nonfiction book or something special from this past year to share with the group.