Enjoy the library before hours in a quieter, less stimulating environment for people with autism and sensory issues, and stop in the program room for a sensory adventure! Enjoy an hour of sensory bin play, a simple craft and coloring, before our regular open hours. Children can explore sensory bins filled with textures, colors and...
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...
Ever wanted to learn how to use a serger? You’re in luck! Learn serger basics while you create a simple galaxy-print fabric headband. May the 4th Be with You! For ages 13+. Spots are limited so please call (757) 741-3300, option 2 to register.
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.
Curved seams! Make a reversable child’s bucket hat. Beginner sewers welcome. Supplies provided. Bring your own machine (in good working order) or use one of the library’s sewing machines. Space is limited. Reservations required. Please call (757) 741-3300, option 2 to register.
Learn about virtual reality technology and all that you can do with it! For ages 13+. No registration required.
This film series brings art house film flavor to your Tuesdays. Plus, meet new friends, hear from special guests who are film experts, and have a discussion after the film. May 6: Soundtrack to a Coup D’Etat (2024) NR The music of Louis Armstrong, Duke Ellington, Nina Simone, and other greats propels this Oscar-nominated documentary...
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...
Using shapes created on the library’s Glowforge laser, paint a patriotic display for Memorial Day and July 4th. We’ll provide the materials, you wear some old clothes and bring your creativity. Reservations required; maximum of 8 people 13+. Call (757) 741-3300, option 2 to hold your spot.
This month, WhoDunnits will be reading Arsenic and Old Books by Miranda James. Lucinda Beckwith Long, the mayor of Athena, Mississippi, has donated a set of Civil War-era diaries to the archives of Athena College. She would like librarian Charlie Harris to preserve and substantiate them as a part of the Long family legacy—something that...
Learn and practice the classic game of chess. Recommended for beginners ages 6+.
Come learn about the kinds of projects you can do on the library’s laser cutting and engraving unit. Registration required, limit of 8 people. Call (757) 741-3300 and select Option 2 to register.