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Your passport to togetherness, fun and new friends! Enjoy some exciting, hands-on activities and games including “try-it” experiences that help introduce families to Girl Scouts.
Enjoy a relaxed, family-friendly ride on the Atlantic Explorer to see bottlenose dolphins and other coastal Virginia animals like seabirds, sea turtles, and more. Guests will join the Aquarium's knowledgeable educators on board to learn about their unique sightings while […]
Join Us for Storytime at the Farm! Cozy up with a towel or blanket in the Visiting Pen and meet some of our furry farm friends while enjoying fun, interactive stories. Each Tuesday at 11am.
Destress to be your best! Display your artistic talents in the Library's Tiny Art Show! Pick up a mini canvas at your local branch and then create your masterpiece. When completed, return it to your library so it can be […]
High Schoolers play for free Monday-Friday 3-5pm Kids 12 and Under with paying adult play free $5 pool for kids 13 to 17
Age 0-4, Norfolk- Tues/Thurs- 8:45am-10am While Latitude hosts climbers of all ages anytime, join us for a special weekly parent meet up and check out Boulder Babies! This is a drop in time for parents to bring their children to […]
Unwind your mind on the mat. This group class will focus on gentle movement to improve mobility and release tight muscles. Take a deep breath and spend some time focused on you! Bring your mat and water and come stretch […]
Bring your toddler to learn about Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math in this interactive program. This month we will be exploring gardens. Age 2 with caregiver. Registration is required. Because this class starts before regular library hours, a staff […]
Ages 0-15 months with caregiver/parents. We will share books, nursery rhymes and songs that you can duplicate at home to develop early literacy and motor skills. Playtime to follow.
Designed for newly independent preschoolers, this storytime features books, rhymes and literacy-based activities that will help prepare your child to enter school ready to read. Ages 4-5 without caregiver in storytime room. Registration is required.
Once you have this lesson and can digitize materials, library card holders will have a badge added to their account so that they can reserve additional time in the studio. Click here for more details on our Preservation Studio, including […]
Enjoy a warm and inviting space where you and your child can play and socialize with others in the community. Please note: This is a social event for both caregiver and child, as opposed to a traditionally structured program. Ages […]
Do you or someone you know need extra help putting food on the table this month? Share this post to help them access the food they need to thrive!Here's what you need to know about our drive-thru food distributions happening […]
Enjoy a warm and inviting space where you and your child can play and socialize with others in the community. Please note: This is a social event for both caregiver and child, as opposed to a traditionally structured program. Ages […]
Build early language and large motor skills through rhyme, songs, book sharing and hands-on activities with your child. Ages 6-24 months with caregiver. Registration is required.
Baby Bookworms is a story time program for the very young. We explore literacy tips, read a story, sing songs, participate in finger play and conclude with a parenting topic and free play each week. Registration is required for this […]
Story time is a program with stories, poems, finger plays, songs and a craft with a focus on nurturing a lifelong love of reading and appreciation of books. Registration is required for this event. Registration will open on May 4, […]
Preschoolers and their caregivers will enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs while growing your love of reading. Please register each child. For ages 3-5 years old.
Begin your little ones lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along--Featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun!
Bring your preschooler to learn about Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math in this interactive program. Ages 3-5 with caregiver. Registration is required.
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Introduce your little one to the magic of books in a gentle, interactive setting! This special storytime for infants (birth23 months) combines sweet stories, music, and fingerplays to spark early language development, rhythm, and body awareness. Perfect for bonding and […]
Join us at Main Library for a story time with reading, singing, dancing, and a craft! Open to ages 0- 5. Call 757-393-8501 for more information or if you have a group larger than 8 kids.
Explore Science, Engineering, Technology, Arts and Math in this interactive program. Ages 5-7. Registration is required.
Grow a happy, healthy baby one rhyme at a time! Babygarten features fun songs, movement activities, colorful toys, board books and great resources for parents and caregivers.
KinderSTEM is a fun, interactive program that teaches children colors, shapes, letters, numbers and other basic concepts through group activities, books and hands-on exploration at individual learning stations. (Preschoolers, Ages 3-5)
KinderSTEM is a fun, interactive program that teaches children colors, shapes, letters, numbers and other basic concepts through group activities, books and hands-on exploration at individual learning stations. (Preschoolers, Ages 3-5)
Grow a happy, healthy baby one rhyme at a time! Babygarten features fun songs, movement activities, colorful toys, board books and great resources for parents. Note: The formal program lasts about 30 minutes. During the rest of the time, babies […]
Boost independence and develop social skills using writing activities, basic concepts (i.e., colors, shapes, letters, etc.), large muscle movement, and social-emotional learning opportunities focusing on the whole child. Age 2 with a caregiver. Registration is required.
Boost independence and develop social skills using writing activities, basic concepts (i.e., colors, shapes, letters, etc.), large muscle movement, and social-emotional learning opportunities focusing on the whole child. Age 2 with a caregiver. Registration is not required.
Baby Bookworms is a story time program for the very young. We explore literacy tips, read a story, sing songs, participate in finger play and conclude with a parenting topic and free play each week. Registration is required for this […]
Story time is a program with stories, poems, finger plays, songs and a craft with a focus on nurturing a lifelong love of reading and appreciation of books. Registration is required for this event. Registration will open on May 4, […]
If you are a non-native English speaker, join us to practice your conversational English in a friendly setting. Adults. Registration is not required.
Grow a happy, healthy baby one rhyme at a time! Babygarten features fun songs, movement activities, colorful toys, board books and great resources for parents. (Babies, ages 0–2)
Join Us for Storytime at the Farm! Cozy up with a towel or blanket in the Visiting Pen and meet some of our furry farm friends while enjoying fun, interactive stories. Each Tuesday at 11am.
KinderSTEM is a fun, interactive program that teaches children colors, shapes, letters, numbers and other basic concepts through group activities, books and hands-on exploration at individual learning stations.
Tiare is a performing and teaching artist for Tidewater Arts Outreach (TAO). She is also a Yoga Therapy Teacher who specializes in accessible, senior-centered programs.
Show up with an empty trunk and we'll bring the food to you. Those visiting a mobile pantry are reminded: Come with your trunk empty. If you need to make room in your trunk for the product, please do so […]
Join us on a ranger-led walking tour to explore the history of Fort Monroe. Learn about the establishment of the 3rd system, the role of the “Gibraltar of the Chesapeake” in local and national defense, and the diverse workforce constructing […]
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Bring your babies to explore different artistic styles. Please wear clothes you dont mind getting messy! Ages 3 months- 23 months with caregiver. Registration is required.
Learn to make different kinds of paper airplanes in this high-flying workshop!
Join us on a ranger-led walk to explore and learn about some of the individually listed buildings on the National Register. Discover how these locations contribute to "Building" the significance of Fort Monroe "From The Ground Up." Comfortable footwear and […]
Community: City of Hampton, VA note: due to the main library's temporary closure this program has moved to the phoebus branch.all skill levels are welcome, and all supplies are provided. create a different artwork every week, mostly paintings with the […]
Bring your preschooler to learn about Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math in this interactive series. Age 3-5 with caregiver. Registration is required.
Explore Science, Engineering, Technology, Arts and Math in this interactive program. Ages 5-7. Registration is required.
Come meet new people, design your own paper airplanes, and participate in challenges! Ages 8-13. Registration is required. Weather permitting, part of this program may be outside. Please dress accordingly.
Celebrate this month with a DIY tile transfer workshop! Create a decorative tile using cultural images while exploring the art, history, and traditions that inspire these designs.
Come out to Seatack Recreation Center and rent our Pickleball Tutor Plus Ultra feeder for easy practice. Here's your chance to work on particular shots while getting great exercise! Membership or day pass required Each session is 1 hourCost: $20
Ages 5-16 2 Free Games per Day! Register at kidsbowllfree.com Shoes not included. Snack bar open for purchases. Tuesdays- Thursdays until December 17, 2026 Location: Bowling Center 675 Dickman Street Fort Eustis, VA Open to all with base access.
Are you curious about how we can live in harmony with nature and adapt to the challenges of climate change? Do you want to see how cutting-edge design and technology can create a resilient and sustainable urban coastal community? Do […]
LEVEL UP in an afternoon of games and fun in the downstairs Meeting Room at Main Street Library! Ages 12-17. No registration. Tuesday May 26, 2025, from 3-7 pm.
Explore your creative side. Each month we will learn the basics of a different craft featuring a variety of materials and techniques to let your imagination run wild. January - Shrinky Dinks February - String Art March - Stamping April […]
Need a quiet space to study or prep for exams? Join us for Teen Study Hour every fourth Tuesday—we have the supplies, resources, and support to help you succeed. (Teens 12-17)
Join us Tuesday nights for teen-only activities. Enjoy movies, games, crafts, and more, with different selections each week. Ages 12-18. Registration is not required, drop in any time! Weekly Themes: 1 st Tuesday: Book Talks 2 nd Tuesday: Skill Building/STEM […]
Do you have what it takes to create the fastest, furthest flying paper airplane? Bring your imagination and celebrate National Paper Airplane Day with JEB Little Creek MWR Community Recreation on Tuesday, May 26 from 4 to 6 PM at […]
Join us for colorful fun with perler beads! Create patterns, shapes, animals or characters, and your designs are yours to keep. Ages 9-13. Registration is required.
Join us at Main Library for Girls Who Code! Girls and non-binary students will learn the basics of computer programming. Grades 6th-12th meet every Tuesday at 4:30 pm. Questions or need more details? Contact whitela@portsmouthva.gov.
Pre-K through 5th graders who are reading on their own are invited to practice their literacy skills by reading to a trained therapy dog. Reading times are in 15 minute increments.
Join us for a cozy, creative journey into the world of crochet! Whether you're brand new to crochet or looking to refresh your skills, First Stitches is the perfect place to start. This beginner-friendly, 12-week series focuses on mastering the […]
Hang out and unwind with a Nintendo Switch, PS5, Wii, card games, and a brand-new Switch 2! This program is for 6th-12th graders.
A new Dungeons & Dragons campaign with other interested teens led by a Library Game Master. No prior experience required; supplies and character sheets will be provided. Ages 12-18. Registration is required.
Do you like reading and talking about books? Churchland Branch Library is hosting a book club for children ages 10-12, select 4th Tuesdays of the month. Pre-registration is required and spaces are limited. Book pickup is the first week of […]
Join us Tuesday nights for teen-only activities. Enjoy movies, games, crafts, and more, with different selections each week. Ages 12-18. Registration is not required, drop in any time! Weekly Themes: 1 st Tuesday: Gaming 2 nd Tuesday: STEAM (Science, Technology, […]
Join us for our monthly potluck! Bring a friend and something to share and your questions for the Master Gardeners
Join the Tides for a trip back to the era of the Tidewater Tides. With special thanks to Smithfield, Harbor Park will also feature hot dogs, boxes of popcorn, and soft drinks at the special roll-back price of just $1 […]
The night belongs to this feisty crustacean! Whether a night light or a colorful suncatcher, crab projects are fan favorites at HHGW. From a Maryland Blue to an Alaskan King, or a salty little Hermit, have a blast as Crablo […]
--- This event is FREE, kid friendly, and open to the public --- Come join the Back Bay Amateur Astronomers for our monthly Boardwalk Astronomy summer series event. Telescopes will be set up on the Virginia Beach Boardwalk near the […]
Ages 8-15. This class is geared towards young aerialists looking to gain strength by cross training in other areas like weight lifting, handstands and flexibility training. Held in the yoga room upstairs at the studio. Please sign up online to […]
Get ready to shred! 6:30-8:30 weekly Must be a USABMX registered rider $5