From First Draft to Masterpiece: Enhancing Your Novel With Peer Feedback (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. Led by local author/editor Brian Forrester. For ages 13+. From First Draft to Masterpiece: Enhancing Your Novel With Peer Feedback Do...

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Henna Tattoos (JCCL)

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

Learn about Henna tattoos and get one yourself! No registration required, but limited to 15 participants. For ages 13+.

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Baby Storytime (JCCL)

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

This lapsit storytime program is appropriate for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers, includes 15 minutes of songs, fingerplays, and lap games. Pick up a ticket at the Youth Services desk starting at 9 am to save your spot.

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Tween Lounge (WL)

Williamsburg Library 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA

Have a snack, make a craft, play games, or just hang out with friends. Every week has something new: board games, video games, crafts, and more. For ages 9-12.

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Watch-and-Play Movie: “The Little Mermaid”, 1989 (JCCL)

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

Join us for an interactive all-ages movie screening with a variety of fun activities to play along with the movie. June 24: Treasure Planet (2002) PG, 1hr 35min July 22: The Little Mermaid (1989) G, 1hr 23min August 19: The Incredibles (2004) PG, 1hr 55min

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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. Room capacity is limited; you may pick up tickets at the children’s desk beginning 30 minutes before the program.

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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: Underdog (2021) NR

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. July 23: Underdog (2021) NR This endearing documentary follows a Vermont farmer for ten years as he pursues his dream of mushing...

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Canva 101

Williamsburg Library 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg, VA

Learn how to use Canva, the free graphic design software in this series of quick lessons. You’ll learn how to get started, use templates, add style, and use the graphics. Each lesson will include time for you to work on your own project and ask questions. Registration required. Call 757-741-3300, option 2.

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Memory Café (WRL)

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

This social gathering is for those personally dealing with memory loss and their care partners. The Café is organized and hosted by trained facilitators, offering a chance for unstructured conversation, refreshments, and getting to know others in the community with similar memory changes. Who is invited? Anyone with memory loss or concerns with memory loss...

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Virtual Reality: Shark Week (JCCL)

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

Celebrate Shark Week by exploring a world-famous shark arena in this unique and immersive virtual reality experience. For ages 13+. Sign up for a 15-minute time slot by calling 757-741-3300, option 2.

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Grace Sherwood: The Virginia Witch (WL)

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

You may have already heard of Grace Sherwood, the Witch of Pungo. People have been sharing stories about her since she was ducked in Lynnhaven Bay during her trial for witchcraft in 1706. This event will reveal the history behind these stories. Using colonial records, it will describe the life of Grace Sherwood and her...

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