Williamsburg Regional Library Weekly Events and Activities

Williamsburg Regional Library Events & Activities This Week

Youth Events:

January 6 & 7 – Baby Lapsit Storytime Baby Lapsit Storytime is a storytime program especially for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers. This storytime includes 15 minutes of songs, fingerplays, and lap games. 
Jan. 6 at 10 AM – Williamsburg Library
Jan. 7 at 10 AM – James City County Library

January 6 & 7  – Baby Stay and Play Stay after storytime to chat with other caregivers while your baby has fun with toys. On the first Monday and Tuesday of the month, experts from Child Development Resources will answer your questions about your baby’s development.
Jan. 6 at 10:15 AM – Williamsburg Library
Jan. 7 at 10:15 AM – James City County Library

January 6, 7 & 8 – Toddler Storytime Toddler Storytime is a program designed for toddlers aged 18 months to 3 years.
Jan. 6 at 10 AM – James City County 
Jan. 7  at 10 AM – Williamsburg Library
Jan. 8 at 10 AM – James City County 

January 8 & 9 – Preschool Storytime Preschool Storytime is a program designed for preschoolers from 3 to 5 years old.
Jan. 8 at 10 AM – Williamsburg Library 
Jan. 9 at 10 AM – James City County Library

Monday, January 6 – DIY Night: Tea Light Planets Transform a ping pong ball into a glowing planet with a battery-operated tea light, paint, and your imagination. Recommended for ages 7-12. 6 PM – James City County Library

Tuesday, January 7 – Cena con Cuentos 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 deliciosa cena para toda la familia. La participación es gratuita. Para inscribirse por favor contáctese con Sara Meldrum, bibliotecaria de niños, por SMS al 571-310-0802 o por email a smeldrum@wrl.org.  ***Cena con Cuentos is a storytime program in Spanish for families that speak Spanish at home with children from ages 0 to 10. It is offered on the first and third Tuesdays of each month at the Stryker Center (412 N Boundary St), from 5 to 6:30 PM. Each program combines stories, songs, activities, and dinner for the whole family. Participation is free. To sign up please contact Sara Meldrum by text at 571-310-0802 or email at smeldrum@wrl.org.  2 PM – James City County Library

Wednesday, January 8 – Learn to Play Chess Learn and practice the classic game of chess. Recommended for beginners ages 6+. 5 PM – Williamsburg Library

Friday, January 10 – Up, Up, and Away Storytime Join the Bookmobile team for an all ages storytime at the Waltrip Williamsburg Executive Airport, 100 Marclay Drive. 10 AM – Williamsburg Jamestown Airport

Saturday, January 11 – DIY Native Plant Greenhouses Plants that are native to our area provide the best food and shelter for birds, bees, butterflies and other wildlife. Come learn more about native plants and how to turn a recycled plastic container into a mini-greenhouse to grow your own native plants! All supplies will be provided. Recommended for ages 9-12. 2 PM – Williamsburg Library

Sunday, January 12 – Beanbag Book Club 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 Rise of the Earth Dragon by Tracey West. Includes a copy of the book to keep.  For ages 5 – 8. Space is limited; pick up a free ticket at the Youth Services desk beginning 30 minutes before the program begins. 1:30 PM – Williamsburg Library

Sunday, January 12 – Paws to Read with K-9 Connection 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. 2:30 – 3:30 PM – James City County Library

Daily – Come Play at the Kiwanis Kids Idea Studio! Come in from the cold to the James City County Library. Play in a vibrant, engaging area that focuses on the twin literacy skills of reading and play. The Kiwanis Kids Idea Studio integrates our collection with children’s museum-style elements including air tubes, an interactive floor, a giant tablet table, and more! James City County Library

Daily – Story Trail Take a walk outdoors and read a story at the James City County Library’s Story Trail. We invite families to walk from page to page in the green space behind the library. All Day – James City County Library

Teens:

Friday, January 10 – Serge a Simple Blanket Get to know the library’s serger by completing this simple, cozy project. You will need to provide your own materials. You will need to bring: 1.5 yards of 100% cotton flannel fabric and 1.5 yards of blizzard or anti-pill fleece fabric, both pre-washed. For ages 13+. Please call (757) 741-3300, option 2 to register. 2-4 PM – Williamsburg Library

Saturday, January 11 – Cricut 101 – Learn the basics of how the Cricut works and the different things you can make. For ages 13+. No registration required. 11 AM – Williamsburg Library

Saturday, January 11 – Anime Afternoon Enjoy an afternoon of anime and snacks in the theatre. For ages 9-18, no registration required. 2-4 PM – Williamsburg Library

Daily — Teen Room at the James City County Library Check out the brand-new teen room at the James City County Library! This room features fun tech including virtual reality headsets, Nintendo Switches, an arcade game table, and lounge seating. For ages 13-18.

Adult:

Tuesday, January 7 – Art House Café Film Series 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. Maria by Callas (2018) PG  “There are two people in me. I would like to be Maria, but there is the Callas I have to live up to.” In this documentary, director Tom Volf assembles interviews, performances, and private letters and memoirs to portray the extraordinary operatic career of the Greek-American diva Maria Callas, a private woman in conflict with her own legend. 1hr 59min 

Thursday, January 9 – Senior Advisory Team We’d like to hear from library users 55-plus! What would you like the library to do to support your needs and interests? Please join us for an informal conversation about senior-focused programs and services. 10 AM – James City County Library

Makerspace Open! Check out our new creative space at the Williamsburg Library. Explore 3D printers, Glowforge 3D laser printer, Cricut, and sewing machines during walk-in hours. Read more about the Makerspace. Walk-in hours: Mon-Thurs: 1-5 PM, Sat & Sun: 1-5 PM on the 4th weekend of the month.

Updated September. 17, 2024: Free Covid tests are available at both library buildings! Ask a WRL staff member for a kit (limit 2 per person) or call to schedule a curbside pickup at 757.741.3300, option 1. A library card is not required.

Check the WRL calendar for additional events this week and upcoming www.wrl.org/events/

Book Clubs

January 7 – WhoDunnits 6:30 PM James City County 

January 8 – Fellowship in a Ring 6:30 PM James City County Library

January 16 – Real People/Real Stories 2 PM Stryker Center

January 18 – Next Chapter 2 PM Williamsburg Library

January 21 – Turning Pages 6:45 PM Williamsburg Library & Virtual