Tired of paying that high bill for Cox TV? Learn how to save money every month by not paying the cable company for channels you don’t watch. Learn about options for streaming the same Live TV channels you get from Cox, over your Home Wi-Fi for $25-$70 a month with no annual contracts. You can...
Get ready to deck the halls with your vocal talents at our Christmas Karaoke! Channel your inner Bing Crosby, Mariah Carey, or Michael Bublé and bring those holiday hits to life! Whether you're all about "Jingle Bell Rock," "All I Want for Christmas Is You," or "Silent Night," we’re ready for all the high notes,...
Celebrate the holidays and ring in the new year with a festive concert by the Williamsburg Choral Guild featuring Antonio Vivaldi’s Gloria. Hear this Baroque choral classic along with hidden-gem carols accompanied by strings and organ. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. A pre-concert lecture begins 30 minutes before the concert. The cost of Dr. Parks’...
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Julia Louis-Dreyfus plays an unpublished writer whose marriage is rocked when she finds out that her husband doesn’t like her latest novel.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.
If you work in education, stop by Alewerks. Educators, administrators, and staff can enjoy $1 off all pints at both taprooms. Pick the way you’d like to unwind for the night. The main taproom hosts trivia night night from 7-9, so head over and have a great night! We have food trucks and our fresh...
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.
Test your knowledge and your teamwork! Join us for trivia night every third Wednesday. We will have complimentary food and first rounds on us! Bragging rights, prizes ($100 Alewerks gift card), and fun guaranteed!
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!
Learn how to use the library’s one-stop shop for ebooks and eaudiobooks. Please bring the mobile device you want to read or listen on (smartphone, tablet, ereader). You will need to know your library card number, your password for downloading apps, and your Amazon password if using a Kindle device. We will also go over...
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.
Join us for an unforgettable day of dancing, crafting, STEM projects, snowy day stories, sparkly crafts, a light-up dance party and an epic snowball fight! Wear your funniest winter hat and get ready to crank up the tunes and compete in a team snowball fight. This program was made possible by the generous support of...
Join us for our 2nd Annual Yule and Krampus Market! Keep it light and friendly during the day with family. When the sun goes down, check out the darker side of the holidays with Krampus! We'll have Santa midday. Bring the kiddos out to share their last minutes wish lists. DJ Stutz will be on...
Race to victory in a Mario Kart tournament. 1st place wins a prize! For ages 9-18. No registration required.
Enjoy the library before hours in a quieter, less stimulating environment for people with autism and sensory issues.
The Snowflake Method for Writing Your Novel Feeling stuck on where to start with your story? Overwhelmed by the thought of plotting your novel? In this practical workshop, you’ll learn about: Distilling your idea into one powerful sentence that captures the essence of your story Outlining the core conflict and major plot points of your...
Reading is even more fun when you can share it with a fluffy, four-legged friend, and it’s a great way for beginning readers to practice with a patient audience. Drop in to read a story to trained therapy dogs, no registration required.
This exhibit explores the rich history of Williamsburg’s city government through a captivating collection of photographs, tracing the transformation of local governance from its colonial roots to the modern era. Exhibit hours: Monday – Friday, 9 am – 5pm, Dec. 12, 2024 through June 30, 2025 (Closed December 24-25, January 1 & 20, February 17,...
Drop in throughout the afternoon to enjoy the adventures of Bluey, Bingo, and the rest of the Heelers. Grab some popcorn and get cozy with this favorite animated family series.
Celebrate the beginning of winter break with an evening of anime (Ascendance of a Bookworm) and snacks in the Teen Room. For ages 13-18, no registration required.
Family Support Group for family members, caregivers and concerned friends of people living with a mental health condition.
Connection Support Group is for people living with a mental health condition.
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. 26: Midnight in Paris (2011) PG-13 While vacationing in Paris, a struggling writer (Owen Wilson) discovers that he can time-travel back to the 1920s, where he encounters famous...
Jukebox Bingo is musical bingo! Dance, drink, and win awesome prizes! Bingo is free to play and family friendly. It's a great way to unwind.
Celebrate the end of the month with friends, games, snacks, music and more! Enjoy all the Teen Room has to offer! For ages 13-18, no registration required.
Join us for an afternoon of multigame play for tweens, teens, and adults! Multiple game leaders will lead single-meeting campaigns for ages 9 through adult. Choose to play with teens & adults or tweens & families. Register by December 23 by emailing anorfolk@wrl.org
Enjoy a special movie screening in a sensory-friendly environment. The lights will be on, the movie volume turned down, and attendees are free to move around, and dance, walk, and sing. Fidgets and some inflatable chairs will be available. Enjoy some popcorn or bring your own snacks. This showing is geared toward those with special...
Dust off your leg warmers and tease that hair—it's time for 80s Karaoke Night! Channel your inner Madonna, Freddie Mercury, or Cyndi Lauper! Whether you're belting out "Livin' on a Prayer," "Girls Just Want to Have Fun," or "Don't Stop Believin'," we’re ready for all the high notes, big vibes, and totally rad energy.
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.
Watch with bated breath as Jonathan Austin pedals on his unicycle high above the crowd, performing magic and juggling clubs, rings, canoe paddles, rubber chickens, baseball bats, and more. This program was made possible by the generous support of the Friends of Williamsburg Regional Library Foundation.
Spend a cozy craft day decorating a wooden snowflake with winter sparkles.
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. December: Dame Maggie Smith Tribute Month Dec. 31: Ladies in Lavender (2004) PG-13 Maggie Smith and Judi Dench play sisters living together...
Connection Support Group is for people living with a mental health condition.
Drop in and enjoy a casual afternoon of problem-solving and camaraderie! Share your passion for puzzles and connect with other adults in a relaxed setting. For ages 18+.
Now in its 22nd year, the Throwback Thursday Film Series screens a variety of classic movies for an adult audience. January’s theme: Beautiful Music (Movies with Great Musical Scores) Jan. 2: Lawrence of Arabia (1962) PG Peter O’Toole plays T.E. Lawrence, the British soldier who was able to unite the various Arab tribes and lead...
Start with a wooden spoon and your imagination to make a colorful, creative puppet, and dress them up with a variety of provided supplies. Recommended for ages 4+.
ELL Book Group is a discussion group for advanced English Language Learners. The group will meet the first Friday of every month from January to May to read and discuss the young adult novel The Girl Who Drank the Moon by Kelly Barnhill. For ages 16+. Registration required. Stop by the Adult reference desk or...
Drop in for board games and Nintendo Switch video games including Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Mario Kart 8, and more. For ages 9-12.
Start the year off right and join us for an afternoon of creative cardmaking! We will have plenty of supplies to make personalized cards for any occasion—birthdays, holidays, to say thank you, or just because! No registration required, while supplies last.
Stumped by how to mend or hem clothing garments in your own mending pile? Bring your garments along with needed supplies (coordinating thread, buttons, patches, or other notions) and we’ll coach you on how to approach your specific tasks. UFOs- UnFinished (sewing) Objects are also welcome. Spend the morning working on your UFO- don’t forget...
Have you always wanted to try meditation but weren’t sure where to get started? Now’s your chance to pick up a new healthy habit for the new year. Let Bunkie Righter of Brighter Yoga Therapy be your guide in this series of workshops.
Are you crazy for movies? The WRL Film Society is a discussion group for movie lovers, with meetings on the first Sunday of each month at 1 pm at the Williamsburg Library. At meetings, members will share their views on the films they have recently watched (no major spoilers!) and discuss a set of questions...