Williamsburg Library Events for Kids, Teen and Adults

Williamsburg Regional Library Events & Activities This Week

Youth Events:

Preschool Storytime a program designed for preschoolers from 3 to 5 years old and their caregivers featuring stories, rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and other activities.
Nov. 28 at 10 AM – JCC Library
Nov. 30 at 10 AM – Williamsburg Library
Dec. 1 at 10 AM – JCC Library

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. This storytime will feature the same songs and activities every week; this repetition of rhymes and songs forms a foundation for learning for your baby and strengthens language connections in the brain.
Nov. 28 at 10 AM – Williamsburg Library
Nov. 29 at 10 AM – JCC Library

Toddler Storytime – a program designed for toddlers aged 18 months to 3 years and their caregivers, featuring brief stories, rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and other activities.
Nov. 29 at 10 AM – Williamsburg Library
Nov. 30 at 10 AM – JCC Library

Open Art Studio – Come paint, draw, create, and explore with a variety of materials in the Open Art Studio. James City County Library
Nov. 28-Dec. 1 from 1-7 PM
Dec. 2 from 1-5 PM
Dec. 3-4 from 1-4 PM

Dec. 3 & 4 – Ford’s Colony Model Railroad Show Get your holidays on track with this annual tradition as the Ford’s Colony Model Railroad Club returns with their elaborate operating layouts. Marvel at the detailed settings, the intricate track planning, and the details that make each one unique. These layouts can be viewed on both Saturday, December 3 from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Sunday, December 4 from 1 – 5 p.m. Dec. 3 from 10 AM – 5 PM and Dec. 4 from 1-5 PM – Stryker Center

Dec. 3 – Saturdays @ Frink: DIY Holiday Cards and Felt Bags for Kids – Drop by anytime between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. to make holiday cards and a felt bag. Materials are provided. For ages 8 and up. 10 AM – 1 PM – Abram Frink Jr. Community Center

Dec. 3 – Finger Gym Let’s get those fingers working! Finger Gym is a new program focused on building fine motor skills like cutting, twisting, and writing through a variety of fall-themed activities. An adult caregiver must accompany each child. For ages 3-7. 11 AM – James City County Library

Dec. 4 – 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 – Williamsburg Library

Nov. 21-Jan. 5 – ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas – Many Americans are familiar with Clement Clarke Moore’s classic poem about a mysterious Christmas Eve visit from St. Nicholas. Join William & Mary Libraries in collaboration with the WRL Gallery at Stryker Center in an annual exhibit of the Nancy H. Marshall “A Visit from St. Nicholas” Collection. Open 9 am to 5 pm Monday-Friday, Closed Nov. 24-25.

Ongoing – 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

Dec. 1 – Paper Quilling Holiday Card Make your own beautiful holiday card using the technique of paper quilling. All supplies provided. For ages 13 through adult. Spots are limited so call 757.741.3300, option 2 to register. 3-4 PM – Williamsburg Library

Adult:

Dec. 1 – 22 – December Drop in Craft Starting Dec. 1, stop by the Makerspace during drop-in hours and make a quick beaded holly ornament! While supplies last, no registration required. Drop-in hours: Mon-Thurs: 2-6 PM, Tues & Thurs: 10 AM – 12 PM, Sun: 1-5 PM at Williamsburg Library

Dec. 3 – Saturdays @ Frink/Maker Saturday: Plastic Bag Holders Sew a plastic bag holder to store your old plastic bags. Supplies provided. Beginner sewers welcome! Bring your own machine or borrow one of the library’s sewing machines. Space is limited. Reservations required. Call 757.741.3323 to register. 10:30 AM – Abram Frink Jr. Community Center

Dec. 3 – Digital Literacy Workshop Free computer classes. Bring a laptop, tablet, or cell phone if possible; WRL will provide tablets and laptops for use during the workshops. Register or get more information about WRL’s Digital Literacy workshops. 11 AM – 1 PM – Abram Frink Jr. Community Center

Dec. 3 – Dewey Decibel Concerts: Bill Jenkins and the Virginia Mountain Boys Singer, songwriter, and guitar virtuoso Bill Jenkins and his string band, the Virginia Mountain Boys, play authentic ballads, camp meeting songs, and early bluegrass favorites of the Southern Appalachian Mountains. Tickets: $5 (Friends of WRL $4). Click here for information on purchasing concert tickets or call 757.741.3370.

New 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. Mon.-Thurs., 2-6 PM, Sun. 1-5 PM and new Tuesday & Thursday 10 AM-12 PM – Williamsburg Library