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Mermaid Fun with Girl Scouts (Hampton Roads)

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Multiple locations throughout Hampton Roads Hampton Roads, VA

Calling All Little Mermaids! You’re invited to a FREE underwater adventure at GSCCC's Dive into Daisies event. Discover the magic of friendship and the fun of Girl Scouts.

Free

Month of the Military Child at Nauticus (Norfolk)

Nauticus 1 Waterside Dr, Norfolk

In honor of Month of the Military Child, Nauticus proudly celebrates the strength, resilience, and sacrifices of military children and their families throughout our community. Throughout April, we invite military families to enjoy a special opportunity to explore, learn, and […]

Feelings Explorers Kit (Suffolk)

North Suffolk Library 2000 Bennets Creek Park Road, Suffolk +1 more

Turn big emotions into a calming adventure toward understanding. This kit includes calming tools, coloring pages, a feelings chart, and fun sensory items to encourage kids to express their emotions. It also introduces simple ways to use the senses to […]

Ongoing

Virginia Aquarium Dolphin Watching Boat Tour (Virginia Beach)

Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center 717 General Booth Blvd, 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

Just 2s Storytime at TCC Joint-Use Library (Virginia Beach)

TCC Joint-Use Library 1700 College Crescent, Virginia Beach

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 caregiver. Registration is required.

Combined Rhyme Time at Kempsville Area Library (Virginia Beach)

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. Because this class starts before regular library hours, a staff member will let you […]

Just 2s Storytime at TCC Joint-Use Library (Virginia Beach)

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 caregiver. Registration is required.

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 […]

Nature Navigators (Norfolk)

Homeschool students in grades 1–5 are invited to explore the environment with Keep Norfolk Beautiful and the Norfolk Park Rangers! This monthly meetup focuses on learning how we can positively impact the world around us. Register here: https://norfolk.gov/naturenavigators SESSIONS: 10-11:30 Α.Μ.& 1-2:30P.M. […]

Just 2s Storytime at Oceanfront Area Library (Virginia Beach)

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.

3s Please Storytime at Windsor Woods Area Library (Virginia Beach)

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 not required. Seating is limited. Programs that do not require registration are available […]

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 […]

Babygarten at Lafayette Branch Library (Norfolk)

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)  

Toddler Time at Pretlow Library (Norfolk)

Toddler Times are engaging programs centered on rhymes, music, movement and books. (Toddlers, Ages 2-3) Parents and caregivers don't have to get tickets for themselves (except for events geared towards the whole family). Tickets will be available one week before […]

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. […]

Drop-in Just 2s Storytime at Oceanfront Area Library (Virginia Beach)

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

Sewing (beginner) Learn your machine at That Art Store (Portsmouth)

Basic sewing machine instruction, using your sewing machine.Do you have a portable sewing machine sitting around your house collecting dust?Did you buy it hoping to use for mending or complete sewing projects?Did mom or grandma give it to you, only […]

Smart Art – Homeschool Weekly Class (5-12 Years) at Kidcreate Studio (Newport News)

Smart Art with Kidcreate Studio (5-12 years) Art is smart, and this class proves it! During this class we’ll explore S.T.E.A.M. (Science-Technology-Engineering-Art-Math) concepts in creative ways, resulting in fridge-worthy masterpieces, tons of experiential learning, and loads of messy fun. We’ll […]

Sunset Babygarten at Pretlow Library (Norfolk)

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) Parents and caregivers don't have to get tickets for themselves (except for […]

Teen Time: 3D Pens at Princess Anne Area Library (Virginia Beach)

Join us Wednesdays for teen-only activities. Enjoy movies, games, crafts, and more, with different selections each week. Grades 6-12. Registration is not required; drop in any time! Weekly Themes: 1 st Wednesday: Arts & Crafts 2 nd Wednesday: Gaming 3 […]

ODU Brass Choir Concert (Norfolk)

The ODU Brass Choir has been performing continuously since 1972 under the direction of William Bartolotta, and since 2006, directed by Mike Hall. The ensemble performs works written specifically for brass as well as arrangements of choral, orchestral, jazz, pop and […]

Free

Virginia Wesleyan Orchestra Spring Concert (Virginia Beach)

Join The Virginia Wesleyan Orchestra for their Spring Semester Concert under musical director Alexander Chen. The Orchestra will celebrate American composers by performing a variety of classic and new works with a focus on small-ensemble chamber music. Concert is free and […]