WEEK OF JUNE 20

Holiday Hours
 
All WRL facilities will be closed on Monday, June 20 for the Juneteenth holiday. We will reopen on Tuesday, June 21.

Art House Café: Fisherman’s Friends (2019)
June 21, 2 PM - Williamsburg Library
 
A music executive from London discovers a group of singing fishermen in Cornwall and wants to record them, but they are hesitant to give up their traditional lives for questionable fame and fortune. James Purefoy stars in this fun, tune-filled comedy based on a real-life story. PG-13 1hr 53min.
Beginning Word
June 23, 10 AM - James City County Library
 
Learn the basics of word processing in Microsoft Word, including working with documents and formatting text. Prerequisite: ability to use a mouse and keyboard, some familiarity with Windows. Seating is limited. Register by calling 757.741.3300, option 2.
 
Throwback Thursday Film Series: The Bounty (1984)
June 23, 2 PM - Williamsburg Library 
 
Sir Anthony Hopkins and Mel Gibson star in this lavish retelling of the mutiny on the HMS Bounty in 1789. Daniel Day Lewis, Liam Neeson, and Laurence Olivier costar under the direction of Roger Donaldson. Rated PG. 2hr 12min.
 
Pride Film Festival: The Perks of Being a Wallflower (2012)
June 24, 2 PM - Williamsburg Library
 
An introvert freshman is taken under the wings of two seniors who welcome him to the real world. Based on the popular young adult novel written by Stephen Chbosky. Rated PG-13. 1hr 43min.
 
The Newest Invention of Civil War Medicine
June 25, 2 PM - Stryker Center
 
Be part of the newest recruits to the James River Squadron as your Navy Surgeon goes over the latest Invention to help with surgery as well as what you can expect as you enter The Civil Wars surgical team.  What wounds and practical medical practices will you need to be successful? 
Makerspace Open!
Mon.-Thurs., 2-6 PM, Sun. 1-5 PM
and new Tuesday & Thursday 10 AM-12 PM
Williamsburg Library
 
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. 
Sponsored by the Friends of WRL
Digital Memory Lab

An innovative, do-it-yourself space for digitizing various audio/visual media formats including VHS, photos, documents, and slides. Patrons will have access to knowledgeable library staff as well as instructions and orientations that explain the process. Book here.
Sponsored by the Friends of WRL

D&D Night
June 21, 5:30-7:30 PM - James City County Library
 
Tweens and teens ages 9-18 are invited to meet up with other players for a single session Dungeons & Dragons campaign the third Tuesday of the month. All experience levels welcome, no sign-up necessary. 
Teen Makerspace Hours
June 24, 10 AM -12 PM - Williamsburg Library
 
Join other teens in the WRL Makerspace on select days. Come prepared with a project or make a sticker using our Cricut machines! Ages 13-18 only. Ages 13 – adult are always welcome at regular Makerspace hours – these are added slots just for teens.

Puppet Storytime
June 21, 10 AM - James City County Library
June 24, 10 AM - Stryker Center
 
Sing and dance with our puppets and enjoy books, flannel board stories, and other activities. Recommended for ages 3+.
 
Catch-a-Craft
June 21, 10-7 PM - Williamsburg Library
June 24, 10-4 PM - James City County Library
 
Get creative with a new craft every week.  No registration required; drop in any time the craft room is open on Tuesdays from 10 am - 12 pm, 2 pm - 4 pm, 6 pm  - 7 pm, and Fridays from 10 am - 4 pm.
 
Sponsored by the Friends of WRL
Terrific Tuesday
June 21, 10:30 AM - James City County Library 

Enjoy some summer sunshine after storytime with lawn toys and other outdoor activities at the James City County Library. Weather permitting; all ages welcome.
Art Song Duo: Constructing Friendship
June 22, 10 AM - Williamsburg Library
June 22, 1 PM - James City County Library 
 
Join Art Song Duo as they explore the building blocks of friendship. Dance, sing, and listen along to stories, fun pop music and a positive message.
 
Sponsored by the Friends of WRL
Baby Storytime
June 22, 10 AM - James City County Library
 
This lapsit storytime program is appropriate for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers. This storytime includes 15 minutes of songs, fingerplays, and lap games. Pick up a ticket at the Youth Services desk starting one hour before the program to save your spot.
Larsen's Reptiles
June 23, 11 AM - Williamsburg Library
June 23, 2 PM - James City County Library 
 
Reptile experts Scott and Kim Larsen will share stories, interesting facts, and trivia questions about their dazzling array of lizards, frogs, turtles, and snakes – then invite you to meet the reptiles up close and personal!  Caution: holding, petting, and greeting eye-to-eye may occur.
 
Sponsored by the Friends of WRL
Storytime & Craft
June 23, 6 PM - Williamsburg Library
 
Every week we’ll have new stories and crafts on a different theme. Pick up a ticket at the Youth Services desk starting an hour before the program to reserve your spot.
 
Sponsored by the Friends of WRL
Fun Fridays on the Square
June 24, 10:30 AM - City Square Plaza
 
Join us on City Square outside the Williamsburg Library each Friday for children’s games, activities, and snacks. Giant connect four, beanbag toss, sidewalk chalk, and popcorn! Weather permitting; all ages welcome.
 
Sponsored by the Friends of WRL
Saturdays @ Frink
June 25, 10-1 PM - Abram Frink Jr. Community Center

Join WRL’s Bookmobile every Saturday for something to make, do, learn, and play at Abram Frink Jr. Community Center.


 
 
Summer Reading is for Everyone!
Ongoing - All Libraries
 
WRL's Summer Reading program has started! Check out all the details at wrl.org/summer-reading, including how to log your books on Beanstack, our online Summer Reading tool, and how to learn more about our programs for adults and children.
 
Sponsored by the Friends of WRL

Fellowship in a Ring

July 6 - 6:30 PM
James City County Library
 Next Chapter
 
July 16 - 2 PM
Williamsburg Library
 Power in the Panels
 
July 7 - 7 PM
Stryker Center
Real People/Real Stories 
 
July 21 - 2 PM
Stryker Center
Turning Pages

June 21, 6:45 PM
Williamsburg Library
WhoDunnits
 
July 5 - 6:30 PM
James City County Library
Williamsburg Regional Library
7770 Croaker Road
Williamsburg, Virginia 23188
757.741.3300

www.wrl.org