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Resume Creation & Adaptation Tuesday, Sept. 2, 3-4:30 p.m. Tabb Library Technology Room Thursday, Sept. 18, 3-4:30 p.m. Yorktown Library Technology Room Need to update your resume or make one for the first time? Learn the basics of creating a strong resume and how to adapt that resume to different jobs. Basic computing and word processing skills (opening an internet browser, typing, and formatting text) are required. Registration is required. Questions? Call Tabb at 757-890-5120 or Yorktown at 757-890-5207. |
Glowforge for Beginners Monday, September 8, 6-7:30 p.m. Yorktown Library Technology Room Join us for a Glowforge for Beginners session at the Yorktown library to learn laser cutting basics, including how laser cutters work, safety basics, and how to design files using Canva. Participants will design a keychain to be printed and picked up at a later date. This program is free for adults. Registration is required as space is limited. Note: Participants will need a free Canva account to design their files. This is a Makerspace program, not a craft/art program. Questions? Call Yorktown at 757-890-5207. |
Job Application & Interview Skills Tuesday, Sept. 9, 3-4:30 p.m. Tabb Library Technology Room Thursday, Sept. 25, 3-4:30 p.m. Yorktown Library Technology Room Learn how to effectively search and apply for jobs using the internet. Library staff will teach tips for creating a polished application and interviewing successfully. Basic computing and word processing skills (opening an internet browser, typing, and formatting text) are required. Registration is required. Questions? Call Tabb at 757-890-5120 or Yorktown at 757-890-5207. |
Intro to Canva Monday, September 15, 6:30-7:45 p.m. Yorktown Library Technology Room Learn the basics of Canva, a free online graphic design program. Topics include: setting up your file, navigating Canva features and settings, and preparing your document to print. Participants will need a free Canva account to design their files. Note: this program is best suited for individuals comfortable navigating websites online who do not have prior experience with Canva. This program is free for adults. Registration is required. Questions? Call Yorktown at 757-890-5207. |
CRASE (Citizens Response to Active Shooter Events) Monday, September 22, 6:15-7:45 p.m. Tabb Library Meeting Room Join Deputy Kevin Taylor, Crime Prevention Specialist and Law Enforcement Practitioner for York-Poquoson Sheriff’s Office for an informative presentation on CRASE (Citizens Response to Active Shooter Events). Deputy Taylor will provide education on active aggressor events and how citizens should respond to them should you be caught in the middle of one. In this class citizens will learn how to apply the Avoid, Deny, Defend concept. Questions are encouraged both during and after the presentation. Registration is not required. Questions? Please call the Tabb Reference Desk at 757-890-5120. |
USCG TRACEN Yorktown Ceremonial Band Performance Wed., Sept. 24, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Yorktown Library Meeting Room Join us for a free, all-ages musical performance by the US Coast Guard Training Center (TRACEN) Yorktown Ceremonial Band in the Yorktown Library Meeting Room. The US Coast Guard TRACEN Ceremonial Band supports the nearby Yorktown Training Center by performing at military ceremonies such as Change of Commands and memorials. Additionally, the Band serves the local community by performing free concerts featuring famous marches by J.P. Sousa and Karl L. King, concert band literature, Broadway show tunes, and movie music. Questions? Call Yorktown at 757-890-5207. |
Intro to Doodling Thurs., Sept. 25, 6-7:30 p.m. Tabb Library Meeting Room Looking for an artistic outlet that helps you stay present and focus? Can't draw a bowl of fruit or a hand to save your life? Doodling may be for you! In this program, we will cover the definition of doodling, potential benefits, and basic shapes/designs. Each attendee will be given a sketchbook to keep for future doodling. Registration is required. This program is for adults and teens accompanied by an adult (both teen and adult must be registered for the program). This program is funded thanks to a grant from the York County, VA Arts Commission. Questions? Call Tabb at 757-890-5120. |
Mod Podge Floral Glass Votives Saturday, September 27, 1-3 p.m. Tabb Library Program Room Do you want to hold on to beautiful flowers and greenery a little longer? Come join to learn a couple ways to preserve flowers and use them to create beautiful projects. We will use flattened and dried flowers with Mod Podge to create pretty upcycled floral glass votive jars. Materials will be provided to decorate the jars, and all skill levels are welcome. We will not be providing tea lights. Registration is required as space is limited. For adults and teens age 16+ accompanied by an adult. |
Evening Yoga Thurs., Sept. 4 & 18, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Tabb Library Meeting Room Join us on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month at Tabb Library for evening yoga and breathing exercises with a certified yoga instructor. For ages 18+ and all skill levels. Registration is encouraged, drop-ins are welcome. **Please bring your own yoga mat** Questions? Call the Tabb Reference desk at 757-890-5120. |
Coloring & Conversation Monday, September 8, 1-2:30 p.m. Yorktown Library Meeting Room Monday afternoons just got a bit better! Join us on the second Monday of each month to relax and connect through through coloring and conversation. Light snacks will be available. Drop-in any time; registration is not required. This program is for adults and teens accompanied by an adult. Questions? Call the Yorktown Reference desk at 757-890-5207. |
Genealogy Hour Monday, September 8, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Yorktown Library Meeting Room Are you hooked on exploring your family’s history or interested in learning more? Join a group of like-minded individuals for an presentation and informal discussion. Bring your questions, success stories, and tips to share! For adults 18+. No registration. Questions? Call Yorktown at 757-890-5207. |
Tabb Library Writers' Meetup Mon., September 15, 6:30-7:45 p.m. Tabb Library Program Room Are you interested in writing, but don’t know how to start? Or maybe you’re a seasoned writer, looking for feedback? Join the Tabb Writers Group! Our meetup provides adult writers a space to work, offer and receive critiques, and to meet other local writers. No registration required. Questions? Call the Tabb Reference desk at 757-890-5120. |
Memory Cafe
Wednesday, Sept. 17, 1:30-3 p.m. Tabb Library Meeting Room Those personally affected by memory loss and their care partners are invited to the Tabb Library to enjoy unstructured conversation, refreshments and meeting others with similar memory changes. Care Partners and/or spouses must attend. The cafe is organized and hosted by trained facilitators. RSVP is not required. For more information, call 757-246-1919 or 757-220-4751 or call Marjorie Hilkert, Regional Coordinator, at 757-345-6977. |
Cookbook Club Tuesday, Sept. 23, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Tabb Library Program Room Time for a tasty read! Explore a different theme each month by cooking recipes from a cookbook on our suggestions list or from one of your personal favorite cookbooks. September's theme is Mocktails. This month, we will try out a few fun mocktail recipes. Please feel free to bring your own ingredients and cookbook recipe to share with the group. Come connect with fellow food lovers and discuss your cookbooks. Registration is required. Questions? Call us at 757-890-5120. |
Fiber Arts MeetupSaturday, September 27, 2-4 p.m. Yorktown Library Conference Room Spend a relaxing afternoon working on your individual fiber arts projects while enjoying the company of others at Yorktown Library. This drop-in program is for adults and teens accompanied by an adult. Questions? Call 757-890-5207. |
Board Game Meetup Sunday, September 28, 1:30-4:30 p.m. Tabb Library Program Room Join us for board games or tabletop gaming at Tabb Library. Play a game from YCPL's collection or bring your own to share. For adults and teens with an accompanying adult. Registration not required for this drop-in event. Questions? Please call the Tabb Reference Desk at 757-890-5120. |
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