Sing and dance with our puppets and enjoy books, flannel board stories, and other activities. This month’s storytime will feature holiday-themed songs and stories, and a craft. Recommended for ages 3+. Space is limited; pick up a ticket at the Youth Services desk starting 30 minutes before the program to reserve your spot.
Hand sewing project! Learn two different hand quilt piecing techniques as we explore English Paper Piecing (EPP) and the iconic cathedral window square. Space is limited. For ages 13+. Reservations required. Please call (757) 741–3300 option 2 to register.
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. 3: My Old Lady (2014) PG-13 A mordant New Yorker (Kevin Kline) in Paris to...
Cena con Cuentos es un programa de lectura en español para familias hispanohablantes con niños de 0 a 10 años de edad. Se ofrece dos veces por mes (menos en enero, septiembre, y octubre): el primer martes (menos en enero) en Grove Christian Outreach Center (8800 Pocahontas Tr) y el tercer martes en el Stryker...
This month is Free Read. Read any mystery title you like to share with the group! WhoDunnits is a discussion group devoted to mysteries of all kinds and meets the first Tuesday of every month.
Fellowship in a Ring is a group dedicated to science fiction and fantasy books, films, television, and pop culture. A suggested reading list is provided prior to each meeting. Readers are also welcome to share other science fiction or fantasy titles or simply join in the group conversation. Contact nhollands@wrl.org or anorfolk@wrl.org for a suggested...
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.
Singer, song-writer, and cross-picking guitar virtuoso Bill Jenkins and his string band, the Virginia Mountain Boys, bring to life the authentic ballads, camp meeting songs, and early bluegrass favorites of the Southern Appalachian Mountains. Tickets: $5 (Friends of WRL $4) This pricing is made possible by the Friends of Williamsburg Regional Library Foundation. Click here...
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.