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This fall at Cullipher Farm, we continue our Little Farmers Classes with a fall twist: learn about all the fall things happening on the farm.
Bergey’s Fall Tradition corn maze runs from September 12th through October 31st, featuring a 10-acre aviation-themed maze with weekday and Saturday pricing options for petting zoos, hayrides, and corn gun shots. Ages 1 and under and ages 65 and up […]
Girl Scouts is where she’ll explore her interests, build real-life skills, and grow her confidence alongside friends who cheer her on every step of the way. Choose from one of these options to register for a free Discover event, and see how much fun you’ll have as a Girl Scout.
Every Saturday in October from 10am to 4pm. Enjoy family-friendly activities like sunflower maze, pumpkins, rubber duck water races, balloon twister and more. $20 per person and kids 3 and under free.
Pumpkins, Corn maze, Apple picking, & Sunflowers - Enjoy a family day at the farm with homemade apple cider, cider donuts, homemade ice cream and slushies, onsite market and more.
Celebrate National Cryptid Day (10/20) by locating the hidden characters around the library. Find all 13 and collect a prize at the service desk! Ages 12-18. Registration is not required.
Enjoy pumpkins, unlimited farm-tour hayrides, the Petting Farm, TreeWalk Adventure, a huge straw pile, and plenty of fall fun for the whole family. Weekends bring even more excitement with tasty treats, a live DJ, and games!
Night Surf Fishing is an annual activity at Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge. Anglers may fish on the wildlife refuge beach until midnight during the month of October with a Special Use Permit. This program provides a unique opportunity to […]
Scare your friends with a spooky Halloween selfie by snapping a photo using our props and backdrops. SAY "BOO!"
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 […]
Take a stroll down Hayden’s Lane to read the Halloween story Griselda Snooks Spectacular Books posted along signs along the lane. Free admission. This story trail will be offered from October 17 thru October 31 from sunrise to sunset. This […]
For one week, Fishtails transforms into a world inspired by the Harry Potter books and films. The entire restaurant gets the treatment, with immersive décor, little bits of magic tucked throughout the space, a special fall menu, and plenty to […]
10/13: Seeds & Nuts - Go an exploratory walk to look for the plants that produce seeds and nuts early fall. 10/20: Supporting a Garden - You’ve started a vegetable garden, so how do you take care of it? In this class, […]
10/13: Project Treesnap -Become a citizen scientist by completing tree observations and data collection to submit to national research. 10/20: Pumpkin STEAM - Just in time for Halloween, complete STEAM-inspired activities and experiments using pumpkins. 10/27: Corpse Flower 101 - Celebrate Halloween a […]
Age 0-4, Mon/Weds/Fri- 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 play […]
Bring your babies to explore different artistic styles. Please come dressed in attire that can get messy. Ages 3-24 months with caregiver. Registration is required.
Help prepare your child to enter school ready to read! This storytime includes books, rhymes, and literacy activities that emphasize alphabet and letter recognition plus activities that support independence and confidence building. Ages 3-5 with a caregiver. Registration is required. […]
Bond with your infant and build early language skills through rhymes, repetition, and music. Your child will enjoy quality board books and one-on-one book sharing. Ages 3-12 months with caregiver. No registration required. Please note: Because this class starts before […]
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
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, […]
Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge "Swamp Safari" One of Suffolk's most popular attractions, 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 […]
An early literacy-based storytime with stories, rhymes, songs and more for littles and their caregivers. Babies & Tiny Tots Storytime is geared for birth through 24 months.
Join us for free weekly programs on Wednesdays and Thursdays for NBG Members! All programs are recommended for ages 3+ with chaperone assistance. Themes vary weekly for each program. NBG members must pre-register their tickets online and show their membership for entry […]
Community: City of Hampton weekly program featuring songs, stories, sensory activities, and play for children ages 2 to 3 years old.
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 […]
Ready, Set, Spook! is a Halloween-themed version of our Ready, Set, Sprout! program. Ready, Set, Sprout! is a preschool readiness program for children ages 2-5 that builds early literacy, math, science, and fine motor skills through themed activity stations. 10/14: […]
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 […]
Join us this fall for our Elementary Homeschool Art Class, a six-week exploration of art, creativity, and making! Wednesdays from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. October 7, 14, 21 and 28; November 4 and 11 $40 per class Taught by Monica […]
A special play time just for the little ones! One parent jumps free with a paid child. Age 5 and under$20*only 1 parent is free with 1 toddler additional toddlers $10 each
Norfolk Nature Navigators is Keep Norfolk Beautiful's monthly FREE environmental education program designed for Norfolk homeschooled students 1st to 5th grade (ages 6-11/all ages welcome). Students participating in the Norfolk Nature Navigators program will get the opportunity to learn, grow, […]
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
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.
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Help prepare your child to enter school ready to read! This storytime includes books, rhymes, and literacy activities that emphasize alphabet and letter recognition plus activities that support independence and confidence building. Ages 3-5 with a caregiver. Registration is required.
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 not required.
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
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 […]
An early literacy-based storytime with stories, rhymes, songs and more for toddlers and preschoolers and their caregivers. Toddler & Preschool Storytime is geared for ages 2-5.
Come and enjoy a story with a fun craft. Ages 3-5 years with caregiver. Registration is not required. Seating is limited. Programs that do not require registration are available on a first come, first served basis. Pick up an entry […]
Join us for a Halloween Storytime! Costumes welcome. Build confidence and independence with an increased focus on more complex books, emphasizing alphabet and letter recognition, shapes, and hands-on activities. Age 3 with caregiver. Registration is required.
Celebrate Winnie-the-Pooh's 100th birthday with a story, crafts and cake! For children ages 3-7. Registration is required and begins October 14 at 10 a.m.
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)
Tuesday-Sunday, September 29-November 1, 11 am-8 pm. Rides $1 cash, Closed Monday Head on to downtown and get in the "spirit" of Halloween with spooky sights, gentle frights and free candy at the historic Hampton Carousel! Operated by the Hampton […]
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.
Our Homeschool PE program focuses on functional fitness, helping children build a solid foundation for movement and progressing as their skills improve. Classes will consist of a one hour instructional time with a weekly workout and skill stations/ obstacle training […]
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 […]
Our matinee season continues to provide quality, educational, and life-long experiences for students of all ages. We strive to select weekday matinees that help and support our local educators, whether public, private, or home-schooled. All performances FREE and open to […]
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
Explore, Play, and Game Away! Travel to interactive habitats and ecosystems around the world using fun kits with games, a selfie station and more!
Drop in any time between 3:30 and 5:00 p.m. to explore a variety of fun kids crafts! Ages 3-11. Registration is not required.
Come with your friends for mini challenges and party games (with a Halloween theme) to get you moving and laughing. Teens, ages 14-18. Homeschool teens welcome. Registration is required.
Practice your reading skills by sharing stories with a therapy dog. Bring your own book or choose one from our selection! Ages 5 - 11. Registration is required.
Explore the world of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math through hands-on experiments and activities. Registration is required. This program is for grades 1-5.
Calling all tweens to attend a Superhero Academy! Step into your favorite graphic novel like Dogman, Cat Kid, and The Bad Guys. Dress up as your favorite hero or villain and enter a costume contest.
Bring your imaginations for LEGO-building fun! We provide the materials, you provide the creativity! Join us on the second and fourth Wednesday of the month from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. September 9, 2026 - Move It! Challenge September 23, 2026 […]
Celebrate Halloween at the VBSPCA with a spooky Tales for Two! Read to shelter animals and enjoy a fun Halloween craft. Young readers ages 6–13 are invited to dress up in costume** and spend some time reading with one of […]
Drop-in for a fun craft for your family to enjoy! All supplies are provided. Family. No registration required.
Join us for one of the most popular events of the year...Trick or Treat at our Newport News office! Bring your little ghouls and goblins in costume for games, candy, and more.
Join us from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on October 28, 2026, for an opportunity to have some fall fun. Our Third Annual Trunk or Treat will be at our Denbigh Chapel and we will have community partners joining us […]
Bring the kids to IKEA Norfolk for a fun-filled Halloween Candy Crawl on October 28th!
Looking for some FREE Halloween fun for the family? Bring the kids out for an evening of candy, community resources, activities, and fun! TRUNK OR TREAT 2026 WHAT TO EXPECT: Candy and treats Fun activities Community resources Local organizations coming […]
Register for this hands-on introductory session designed for beginners and anyone seeking certification to independently use the makerspace sewing machines.
fun fall evening with the family? We've got just the thing! We're bringing some colorful fall creativity to Chick-fil-A General Booth Boulevard, and you're invited to join the fun! SAVE THE DATE for Pumpkin Paint Night, NEXT Wednesday, October 28th, […]
Curious about our sewing studio but not ready to dive into a full season? Join one of our trial classes! It's the perfect opportunity to explore our workspace, test out our sewing machines, and create a stylish drawstring backpack to […]
Curious about our sewing studio but not ready to dive into a full season? Join one of our trial classes! It's the perfect opportunity to explore our workspace, test out our sewing machines, and create a stylish drawstring backpack to […]
Whether you are an experienced player or new to the game, drop in to play and learn in this casual, drop-in chess program.
Adventure awaits! Join fellow teens for a Dungeons and Dragons one-shot using 5th edition, led by library and volunteer game masters. Feel free to bring your own level 3 character, or choose from provided pre-made characters. No prior experience required, […]
JEB Fort Story MWR Library invites tween gamers to One Stop on Wednesday, September 30 from 5 to 7 PM for our Gaming Club. Stop by to meet up with friends and play board games, video games, card games, and […]
Come get sideways on our indoor RC drift track! Track is open every day during store hours but you'll find the most drivers at the track on Wednesday night. Open to all skill levels!RWD vehicles only running the designated track […]
Entry-$FreeCome on out and join us for Some fun and earn some promo packs
Join us on Wednesdays for our Pre/Post Natal class at 5:30 pm. This class is safe and effective for all stages of pregnancy, no prior yoga experience is necessary. During your pregnancy, connect with your body, and your baby through […]
Build your own story, your own style, and your own 'zine! Over five creative sessions, teens work with a trained facilitator to explore their cultural backgrounds, values, experiences, and goals. Each session kicks off with a fun, interactive activity and […]
Step into the shadows and enjoy a night of four spine-tingling tales. From ghostly legends to creepy campfire classics, it's the perfect mix of fright and fun! Light refreshments will be served.
Bring your favorite deck, your army, or your friends and join one of the best gaming communities in the area! Wednesday Star Wars Legion at 5:30pm
Come help us tackle one of literature's most ambitious and influential works, Paradise Lost by John Milton. This epic was composed after the poet had gone completely blind! He dictated it to his family and assistants. Paradise Lost wrestles with […]
Our big Halloween finale! Join us for an evening of Just Dance featuring spooky tracks. Family-friendly costumes are encouraged for our final celebration of the month.
Join us with a live model and practice your figure drawing skills! Drop in & Draw Independent figure drawing session with a live model - all ages Bring your own supplies | Model will be clothed | Meet on the […]
Weekly Please join us for some cars at a weekly cruise-in every Wednesday night until it gets cold, all are invited! Bring your rides out and have some fun. They are open during these hours, so enjoy all the great […]
Weekly Located at Kroger Marketplace parking, 3901 Holland Rd., Virginia Beach. Our weekly meet, y'all know the deal.
Trunk of Treats at Charity UMC! Bring the whole family for a FREE evening of fall fun, candy, and community at Charity United Methodist Church! Wednesday, October 28, 2026 6:00–8:00 PM 4080 Charity Neck Road, Virginia Beach, VA Enjoy decorated […]
Gather your favorite ghouls and join us for a spooktacular evening of bingo, laughs, and fun prizes! Come dressed to impress—we’re having a COSTUME CONTEST! Wednesday, October 28th, 2026 6–8 PM FREE to play Fun prizes each round Family friendly […]
Come join us for our Annual Harvest Festival. We will have a trick-or-treat trail, pumpkin patch, photo spots, hayride, bounce house, costume contest, cake walk, face paint, and gaga ball. Make sure to come hungry. There is a chili cook-off […]
Wednesday & Thursday Family Nights **ALL You Can Eat PIZZA Nights 6-8:30pm *FREE Pizza ends at 8pm Admission: $12.00 (skaters) $6.00 (non-skaters) ** Wednesday: Family Mix Music ** Thursday: All Gospel/Christian Music Mix
Casual Commander Night! Join us for a chill night of Commander! Bring your deck, find a pod, and enjoy some games with the community. Entry: FREE Format: Casual Commander / Open Play Pods: Find Your Own All skill levels are welcome. Come meet some new […]
Creepy Crafts: Haunted Birdhouse invites teens to build and decorate spooky miniature birdhouses using paint and Halloween-themed embellishments. This laid-back craft session gives teens space to get creative, experiment with eerie designs, and enjoy a cozy fall evening together.
Join us for our Wednesday Night Digimon Card Game tournament! Important: You must still apply for the event through the Bandai TCG+ app to be added to the tournament. However, you can pay for your entry in advance to skip […]
Pokémon League Play — Every Wednesday! Ready to put your deck to the test? Join us every Wednesday for Pokémon League Play! Prize Pack per Win Store Credit for the Top 4 Players Play some Pokémon, earn prizes for your wins, […]
Thomas Wildenberg, author of Billy Mitchell's War with the Navy (2014), will discuss Billy Mitchell and provide a fresh perspective on conflict that erupted between the air arms of both the U.S. Army and the U.S. Navy during the interwar […]
6:30pm Doors open and tickets available 7:00-8:15pm Showtime Tickets: $5 Asteroids, comets, and meteors… OH MY! Throughout Earth's history, impacts from comets and asteroids have mercilessly shaped its surface. The ancient barrage continues today; from harmless meteors - those brilliant […]
Set in 1993, estranged Street Fighters Ryu and Ken Masters are thrown back into combat when the mysterious Chun-Li recruits them for the next World Warrior Tournament: a brutal clash of fists, fate, and fury. But behind this battle royale […]
Our friends from Doodlefest host the weekly community doodle session right here in the taproom starting around 7pm every Wednesday evening! (The taproom opens at noon everyday, so show up as early as you'd like!) It's free to join us, […]
We are proud to support 7 cities youth football . All are invited come out Oct 28th and support our futures!
KAYA CATCHES THE FUTURE is a brand-new play from Stephen Gregg, the author of TRAP and THIS IS A TEST. This is the Virginia premiere! $9 adults, $6 kids
Join us for our Wednesday Night MTG: Draft Think you can draft the best? Join us every week for Magic: The Gathering Draft, one of the most skill-testing formats in the game! Entry Fee: $20 Event Structure 3 rounds Top […]
Do You Believe in Ghosts and That Witches May Have Changed the Course of History? If so, you have something in common with the majority of Americans and several presidents, first ladies, and influential world leaders. Join paranormal and ancient […]
High school and Adult Players start off strong by coming to our Wednesday and Friday Night Pickup Soccer at the Plex!! Teams and Free agents welcomed, just pay at the desk and play! $15 5 minute game rotation winner stays […]