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Little Farmers Classes: Summer Learning Series (Virginia Beach)

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Little Farmers classes are hands-on, small-group sessions where kids step into real farm life - meeting animals, exploring the fields, and learning where their food actually comes from. Kids will move, explore, and engage with the farm in a meaningful way.

Free – $8

Summer Butterfly House at NBG (Norfolk)

Voted #1 Butterfly House and Garden by USA TODAY 10BEST! Open: June 14 - September 30 Our Summer Butterfly House offers an up-close look at native butterflies in a vibrant, enclosed habitat filled with nectar-rich plants. Originally a temporary exhibit in 2009, […]

Cinema Cafe Summer Series (Chesapeake, Virginia Beach)

Enjoy hot summer movies on the big screen again! 2026 Summer Kids Series will only be available Jun 22 – Aug 13, at select locations, with a different movie each week. Tickets will go on sale weekly. $1 admission See […]

$1

250 Rewind: Free Admission in July (Newport News)

July 1 – 31 Virginia War Museum, Historic Endview, Lee Hall Mansion, Lee Hall Depot, and the Newsome House Museum & Cultural Center FREE Admission Celebrate 250 years of American freedom by exploring the stories, people, and places that shaped […]

Summer Programming at First Landing State Park (Virginia Beach)

See webpage for specific daily event schedule. Program activities for this summer: Bayside Crabbing: The blue crab is one of the most iconic species of the Chesapeake Bay. Bay Lab Bites: It's feeding time in our Chesapeake Bay Lab! Seine […]

Ongoing

Virginia Aquarium Dolphin Watching Boat Tour (Virginia Beach)

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 […]

$30

Little Farmers: Storytime on the Farm (Virginia Beach)

During this class, children will gather together to enjoy a farm-themed story filled with animals, nature, and life on the farm. After the book, little learners will take part in a simple hands-on activity inspired by the story, giving them a chance to explore, create, and play.

Free

Toddler Time (Norfolk)

Get ready for fun, learning, and adventure with Toddler Time — a sensory-rich experience designed especially for young explorers ages 1–5! This engaging program is full of interactive and educational activities that spark curiosity through music, movement, cultural exploration, and, […]

Military Story Time at Langley AFB Bateman Library (Hampton)

Join us Wednesdays at 9:30 AM OR 11:00 AM for stories, music, and play. Both sessions are identical, so pick the time that works best for your family. See you Wednesday! Questions? Call 757-764-2906 or e-mail langleyafblibrary@gmail.com.

Great Dismal Swamp “Safari” Narrated Bus Tour (Suffolk)

The Great Dismal Swamp is anything but dismal. Despite its foreboding moniker, the Great Dismal Swamp is one of few remaining American wildernesses and is home to the black bear, bobcats, rare plants, snakes, and river otters. It is the […]

$8 – $10

Summer Music Workshop with Ms Alex (Virginia Beach)

Come join a music workshop or two in Virginia Beach! COME EXPERIENCE A "MUSIC WITH MS ALEX" CLASS! IN THIS 45 MINUTE- POP UP STYLE CLASS YOUR CHILD WILL SING, MOVE, AND PLAY VARIOUS INSTRUMENTS FOR NON STOP MUSIC FUN. […]

$25

A World of Song and Dance (James City County)

Take a musical trip around the globe with Arts for Learning Virginia's Rita Cohen! Sing, dance, and celebrate the rhythms and melodies of cultures from around the world—no passport required! 

Free

Military Bateman Buddies at Langley AFB Bateman Library (Hampton)

Explore the power of play with Bateman Buddies, a new playgroup for birth through preschool age children. We meet the 3rd Thursday of each month at 10 AM. Each playgroup provides new dramatic play and exploratory activities that develop speech […]

Strolling Trails (Suffolk)

Take a breath of fresh air and join us for Strolling Trails, a relaxing walk designed especially for new parents and their little ones. Enjoy the beauty of Suffolk's paved hiking trails while connecting with other parents who are on […]

Infant Massage at HRCAP Head Start (Hampton)

Come discover the soothing art of infant massage. Strengthen your bond and deepen your connection through gentle, nurturing touch. Baby massage can help your little one relax, sleep more soundly, and experience fewer tummy troubleswhile giving you a meaningful way […]

Toddler Open Play at Oceanfront Area Library (Virginia Beach)

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 […]

Story Time at Tabb Library (Yorktown)

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 July 20, […]

Make & Take Craft at Oceanfront Area Library (Virginia Beach)

Come and enjoy a craft that you and your child can participate in between storytimes. Each Make & Take Craft will be based off of something that was learned in storytime and further enrich your child's knowledge. Ages 2-3 with […]

KinderSTEM at Janaf Branch, Norfolk Public Library (Norfolk)

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. (Ages 3 – 5)

Reading Buddies at TCC Joint-Use Library (Virginia Beach)

Practice reading and literacy skills with a teen mentor! Reading Buddies is a 4-week reading program that combines one-on-one reading encouragement and group activities to foster a love of reading and build confidence. Age 5-7. Registration is required.

Storytime with the Chick-fil-A Cow (Virginia Beach)

Storytime is better with the Cow! Join us Wednesday, July 29, from 10:30 AM–12:30 PM for a fun-filled Storytime with the Chick-fil-A Cow. Bring the kids and get ready for stories, laughs, and plenty of fun!

Lunchtime Theater at Major Hillard Library (Chesapeake)

April 15 Mulan (2020), rated PG-13 Moana (2016), rated PG April 22 FernGully: The Last Rainforest (1992), rated G Journey to the Center of the Earth (2008), rated PG April 29 Avatar: The Way of Water (2022), rated PG-13 Dr. […]

Reading Buddies at Bayside Area Library (Virginia Beach)

Practice reading and literacy skills with a teen mentor! Reading Buddies is a 4-day reading program that combines one-on-one reading encouragement and group activities to foster a love of reading and build confidence. Ages 5 - 7. Registration is required.

Colonial American Music (Virginia Beach)

Travel back in time with Arts for Learning Virginia’s Stephen Christoff! You’ll tap your toes, sing along, and hear amazing instruments from early America—like the jaws harp and even a musical saw! This program is presented by Arts for Learning […]

Free

Cricut Orientation at Indian River Library (Chesapeake)

The first part of this session is an orientation and provides a complete demonstration on a Cricut machine. The second half of this session is certification and allows you to demonstrate your knowledge and skills on the Cricut. This part […]

Wonder Wednesday: America250 (Norfolk)

Back by popular demand, the Chrysler Museum of Art’s Wonder Wednesdays are wonder-filled days for all ages (and, yes, adults too) that take visitors on fun adventures throughout the Museum. There are lots of hands-on art-making, experimentation, multisensory activities, and, […]

Jurassic Quest at Grissom Library (Newport News)

Hunt for hidden dinos and solve fun cluescan you find them all? For ages 6-11. Registration is not required. Attendance will be managed on a first come, first served basis. This event is offered as part of NNPL's Summer Reading […]

Family Yoga at Greenbrier Library (Chesapeake)

Curious about yoga? Learn movement and mindfulness skills in a playful class taught by a Registered Yoga and Children's Yoga Teacher. Bring a yoga mat or towel and wear comfortable clothes.

Naro Summer Kids Flicks: Kiki’s Delivery Service (Norfolk)

The Naro is pleased to present a series of popular family-friendly films for a new generation of children (and the young-at-heart) this summer on on Wednesdays and Thursdays at 1 pm starting June 10th and Sundays at 12 noon starting […]

Art Workshops at Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge (Virginia Beach)

Art Workshops are back at Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge! Each art session will feature a different painting, guided by an artist. Different paint techniques may be used and all participants will leave with a beautiful, one-of-a-kind piece of art. […]

Discovery Wednesdays at Indigo Academy (Virginia Beach)

You're Invited to Discovery Wednesdays at Indigo Academy!  Join us every Wednesday in July from 2:00–6:00 PM for an opportunity to explore Indigo Academy in a relaxed and welcoming setting. Tour our schoolhouse, meet the Indigo Academy team, experience hands-on […]

Anime Club Jr at Pretlow Branch Library (Norfolk)

Join other young anime and manga fans as we do fun activities tied to anime and manga titles we love! Meeting every 2nd and 4th Wednesday. (Tween, Ages 9-13) Questions? Call 757-441-1750 or email kevin.hulguin@norfolk.gov.

Teen Zone HOMAGO at Park Place Branch Library (Norfolk)

The Park Place Teen Zone will be open afternoons during the summer for teens to HOMAGO - Hang Out, Mess Around and Geek Out! Mondays: Mindful Coloring Tuesdays: Video Gaming Wednesdays: Lofi Vibes Thursdays: 1st Episode Only Anime

Build Bash at Van Wyck Branch, Norfolk Public Library (Norfolk)

Design and build structures using materials such as Lincoln Logs, Tinkertoys, Power Clix, LEGO pieces and more. Let your imagination go wild and construct amazing creations! With creativity you can enhance your STEM skills.  Note: Build Bash is a free-flowing […]

Ynot Wednesdays:  The Intangible Cats (Virginia Beach)

Ynot Wednesdays, presented by Southern Auto Group, returns for its seventeenth season in 2026. This outdoor summer concert series takes place annually on the Sandler Center Outdoor Plaza every Wednesday from 5pm - 9pm. 2026 EVENT SCHEDULE: June 10: BrassWind June 17: Buck […]

Antique Journal Making at Poquoson Public Library (Poquoson)

Make your own vintage-aesthetic journal! In this program, youll use aged paper and decorations to bind and decorate a functional, antique-style journal. The perfect craft for an 18th century writer composing tragic poetry on the English countryside, or any creative-minded […]

Norfolk Tides vs Worcester Bark in the Park (Norfolk)

The 2026 season will be Norfolk’s 56th in the International League and 57th overall at the Triple-A level (Triple-A East in 2021). It will also be the 33rd year of baseball at Harbor Park. The schedule features 39 weekend games on Friday, Saturday […]

Full Moon Paddle at Stumpy Lake Natural Area (Virginia Beach)

Stumpy Lake is known for its serene setting, unique trees and abundant wildlife sightings. Kayaking this area by moonlight only adds to the ambiance and appeal. Paddle with us to view the sunset, moonrise and have a truly unforgettable experience. […]

Moonrise Forest Circle (Chesapeake)

Moonrise Forest Circle is a monthly forest school gathering for all families. Through circle time, moon stories, creative activities, and a moonlit walk in the forest at the closing of class, children explore the full moon and its seasonal names […]

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