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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, […]
Join us for a day of fun and adventure at one of our Girl Scouts of the Colonial Coast events. Learn about our programs, plus get a free patch and activity kit to take home!
To celebrate National Library Card Month, take part in a 2D scavenger hunt, I Spy style! Complete a different hunt each week for a small prize!
Find your next great read at the Friends of the Library book sale at Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee library! Fill a bag for just $5, bring your own bag, any size. Through September or while supplies last.
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 […]
Cirque de Paris makes its return to Norfolk, VA with an ALL-NEW show for 2026 Experience the magic, wonder, and breathtaking artistry direct from Paris to your hometown Step inside an ALL-NEW 2026 immersive Big Top spectacular and witness Europe’s most […]
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 […]
In consultation with City of Virginia Beach officials, emergency management personnel, and tent experts, the Virginia Beach Neptune Festival has determined that it is unable to safely open the International Sandsculpting Championship gallery to the public this year. Crews are […]
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!
Come hear a story and enjoy hands-on sensory and STREAM activities, crafts, and more! Open to ages 0-5. 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month, 10:30 am. Call 757-393-8501 for more information.
This class provides parents, co-parents, and caregivers with practical strategies for supporting children who are navigating family transitions. Whether children are moving between households, adjusting to foster or kinship care, joining blended families, or adapting to changes in caregiving arrangements, […]
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.
FRIDAY 9/25 - SUNDAY 11/1 SUNDAY THURSDAY 9 AM - 6PM / FRIDAY - SATURDAY 9 AM-10 PM FREE Hayrides to the Pumpkin Patch No Entry Fee for Farm Various Vendors Throughout the Season $8 Wristband for Kids Includes: Playground […]
Join us weekly for a new craft. Can't stay? Take a kit home!
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.
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 […]
Please join us for Playgroup! Activities and locations vary. Location Details Room 113 Summer is the perfect time to play, learn, and make memories! For complete activity and location information, visit us @HamptonHealthyFamilies.
Ages 2-3 years with caregiver/parent. We will share play and read books, nursery rhymes, & songs to enhance early literacy and motor skills.
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.
Community: City of Hampton weekly program featuring songs, stories, sensory activities, and play for children ages 2 to 3 years old.
Location Details Mallory Head Start Center Strengthen the parent-baby bond as you both enjoy the calming benefits of our infant massage.
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 […]
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
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 September 8, […]
Toddler Tales is an introduction to story time for toddlers and their parent/caregiver. Registration is required for this event. Registration will open on September 8, 2026 @ 10:00am. This event uses combined registration. If you register for this event, you […]
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
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.
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.
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 […]
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 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)
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 […]
Toddler Times are engaging programs centered on rhymes, music, movement and books. (Toddlers, Ages 2-3)
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)
Travel the world without leaving the library in our very special weekly Storytime.
Make, create and explore at Art Lab! Each session offers a hands-on opportunity to discover different art materials and techniques while making something of your own. Join us every Wednesday at 10:30 AM or 1 PM at the Portsmouth Art […]
Lunch tastes better with a movie-or two! Pack your meal and join us at the library for a weekly double feature full of big moments, memorable scenes, and cinematic fun.
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.
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.
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 September 8, […]
Toddler Tales is an introduction to story time for toddlers and their parent/caregiver. Registration is required for this event. Registration will open on September 8, 2026 @ 10:00am. This event uses combined registration. If you register for this event, you […]
Ages 2-3 years with caregiver/parent. We will share play and read books, nursery rhymes, & songs to enhance early literacy and motor skills.
1-2-3 Play With Me is back! Looking for a fun, interactive playgroup for your little ones? Join us for 1-2-3 Play With Me PLUS: Special Guest Alert! This month, we are joined by a nationally certified Child Passenger Safety Technician […]
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.
REAL TALK is a supportive parent group where caregivers can connect, share experiences, and learn practical parenting strategies in a safe, welcoming environment.
A special day designed for homeschooling families. Enjoy art workshops, interactive demonstrations, educational games and plenty of hands-on fun throughout the museum.
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 […]
Read some of the best books in all of children's literature with us and create art projects based on the books.
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
tweens and teens book club
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.
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.
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.
On a weekly basis, the VBSPCA welcomes young readers to the shelter to read to our shelter animals for a memorable, educational experience By bringing young readers into our shelter, our adoptable cats and dogs benefit from the calm, positive […]
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 […]
The Park Place Teen Zone will be open afternoons for teens to HOMAGO - Hang Out, Mess Around and Geek Out! Mondays: Mindful Coloring and Art Workshops Tuesdays: Video Gaming Wednesdays: Lofi Vibes Thursdays: 1st Episode Only Anime
Tweens ages 8-12 years are invited to set sail on an exciting pirate adventure inspired by the world of One Piece! Join a pirate crew for STEAM adventures and embark on a treasure hunt to win a prize.
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.
Join friends at Tucker for Legos and gaming.
1776 is just a hop, skip, and jump away! Craft and play the colonial way with these history-inspired stations.
Whether you're a beginner, hobbyist, or maker, this is your opportunity to explore and create at your own pace using tools like sewing machines, Cricut cutters, heat presses, and more. Light staff support available during Maker Hours. Bring your own […]
1776 is just a hop, skip, and jump away! Craft and play the colonial way with these history-inspired stations.
Explore the Garden’s 7 miles of paved pathways. It’s a great way to enjoy the landscape and get some exercise. Free with Garden Admission Children under 16 must ride with a parent or adult. Bike riders under 14 must wear helmets. […]
Bring your child to meet with experienced teachers to grow their confidence in reading. Refreshments will be provided. Will not be held 11/11 (Ages 5-12)
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 […]
Experiment, build, and challenge yourself with the library's building and coding kits. Ages 5-11. Registration is required.
Whether you are an experienced player or new to the game, drop in to play and learn in this casual, drop-in chess program.
Come show off your brick building skills with fellow master builders! Compete in multiple timed challenges or just enjoy clicking the bricks together to make your own master build. Registration is required. Ages, 12-18.
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 […]
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 […]
Do you love comics or manga? Enjoy writing stories or poetry? Want to share your ideas with the world? Try making zines! Zines are handmade mini books that are easy to create, fun to personalize, and perfect for sharing your […]
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 for Color, Code, and Go with Sphero Indi!a hands-on program where children explore the magic of screen-free coding through colorful tiles and a friendly robot car. Ages 5-11. Registration is required.
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 […]
Wednesday Wind Down is back beginning September 9! Bring a chair or blanket, pack your favorite snack, and unwind on the Harrison Opera House lawn. Take a midweek break while enjoying a sneak peek of what our artists have in […]
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
Jump into the gritty world of Shadowdark! Ever wanted to wield weapons like no other? Fight terrifying monsters? This is the game for you! A resource-heavy game where every decision counts. Our games are hosted every Wednesday at 5:30 with […]
Age 7-11 Join us for a cozy and creative gathering where participants can enjoy a warm cup of cocoa while learning to make their own candle. No experience is needed, and all materials are provided.
5-12, Male $0 Boys will enjoy a night packed with music, snacks, games, and activities, all while wearing your favorite pajamas and making new friendships.
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 […]
Come in for a fun free event! Use our classroom and our instructions to make yourself a handmade bookmark featuring Fabric Tradition Fabrics. 13+ years old
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.
Drop In & Draw Drop in & Draw Independent figure drawing session with a live model 6-8pm Suffolk Art Gallery 118 Bosley Ave. Dates below: Jun.3 Jun. 24 Jul. 29 Aug. 26 Sep. 30 Oct. 28 Dec. 2 Bring your […]
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 […]
Lights, camera, action! Teens in grades 6-12 are invited to screen a variety of movies at the library on selected Wednesday evenings this fall. We'll supply the popcorn and drinks. You just need to bring a blanket, pillow, and friends.
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, […]
6:30pm Doors open and tickets available 7:00-8:15pm Showtime Tickets: $5 From Earth to the Universe is the world's first full-length full dome planetarium movie freely available for planetarium use. This stunning, 30-minute voyage through time and space conveys, through an […]
Appalachian Style dancing to a wide variety of music including: Hip/Hop, Rock and Country. The cost is $5.00 per person. We would love to see you and your family there!” Questions? Contact Jeff Hill at foxfiredanceteam@gmail.com or call 757-377-9770
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 […]
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 […]