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Best of 2018 Book Lists

It was an outstanding year for book lovers -- whether you need some inspiration as you shop for holiday gifts or you are looking for something new to pick up next time you're in the library, check out our compilation of "Best of 2018" books lists to guide your selection.

WorldBook Early World of Learning

Early World of Learning, World Book Online’s early childhood digital resource, is a child’s first encyclopedia, eBook, and introduction to core early concepts. Check it out today.

Puppet Storytime

Our puppets and teen puppeteers are back to visit for a fantastic monthly storytime -- catch the next one on 12/15. Sing and dance with our puppets and enjoy stories, flannel games, and other activities. Don't forget we also have a special holiday version of our puppet storytime on 12/22, which will include a craft and hot chocolate!

James City County Library Kitzinger Room

Meeting Rooms

Space is available for your next meeting at both libraries and Stryker Center.

Click here to learn more or call 757.259.4070 to reserve a space.

Try BookFlix

Check out this fun, interactive resource for children that builds a love of reading and learning. Click here to get started .

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Events

James City County

Dec

LEGO Open Play

2:00pm

Williamsburg

Dec

Holland Wentz Etheridge and Jim Dees present Recent Works: Growth and Experimentation

(All day)

James City County

Dec

A Year of Making: Jewelry

1:00pm

Williamsburg

Dec

Paws to Read with K-9 Connection

2:30pm

Williamsburg

Dec

Holland Wentz Etheridge and Jim Dees present Recent Works: Growth and Experimentation

(All day)

Stryker Center

Dec

WCAC Member Show

10:00am

Williamsburg

Dec

Baby Storytime

11:00am

Williamsburg

Dec

Baby Stay & Play

11:30am

Click here to see all upcoming events

Contact Us

James City County Library 7770 Croaker Road
757.259.7770 (Answered live, M-F, 10am-5pm)

Williamsburg Library 515 Scotland Street
757.259.4040 (Answered live, M-F, 10am-5pm)

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757.259.4989

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Saturday

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For information on unplanned or holiday closings please call 757.259.4989

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Please direct media-related queries about the Williamsburg Regional Library to:

Barry Trott
Special Projects Director
Phone: 757.259.7747
Fax: 757.259.4077
7770 Croaker Rd.
Williamsburg VA 23188

Please direct queries about gifts or donations to the Williamsburg Regional Library to:

Benjamin Goldberg
Library Development Officer
757.259.4042
7770 Croaker Rd.
Williamsburg VA, 23188

Betsy Fowler
Library Director
757.259.7777

Janet L. Crowther
Assistant Director
757.259.4066

Adult Services Director
Melissa Simpson
757.259.4053

Circulation Services Director
Alicia Phinney
757.259.4063

Finance and General Services Director
Carrie Binsfeld
757.259.4047

IT Services Director
Mark Lutner
757.259.7739

Program Services Director
Rob Haas
757.259.4071

Special Projects Director

Barry Trott

757.259.7747

Youth Services Director
Sandra Towers
757.259.4054