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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!
Turn your classroom into an unforgettable adventure! Join fellow homeschool families during Homeschool Discovery Days at Busch Gardens Williamsburg, where education and excitement come together in one incredible experience. Students will explore the science behind world-class roller coasters, discover fascinating […]
Homeschool students will love discovering the sights and sounds of the 17th and 18th centuries while learning about their nation’s history. A special ticket offers homeschool families unlimited admission to Jamestown Settlement and the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown during […]
During these special times, homeschoolers and their families can discover history brought to life at a special discounted rate. Step into the 18th century with hands-on history, immersive experiences, and expert guides who bring the past to life. Students won’t […]
Date: September 7 – 12, 2026 Location: Historic Downtown Suffolk, VA & Surrounding Waterways Art is coming to life in the open air! Join the Suffolk Art League, Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts, and Suffolk Tourism for a week-long celebration […]
Get ready for the school year with a teen survival kit filled with organization tools, customizable supplies, and stress-relief items. This kit includes materials to create a beaded pen, a reusable planner, stickers, sticky notes, gum, a mini pop-it keychain, […]
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 […]
Build early language and large motor skills through rhyme, songs, book sharing, and hands-on activities with your child. Ages 3-24 months with caregiver. Registration is required.
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.
Build early language and large motor skills through rhyme, songs, book sharing, and hands-on activities with your child. Ages 3-24 months with caregiver. Registration is required.
Bring your preschooler to learn about Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math in this interactive program. Age 3-5 with caregiver. 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 […]
Community: City of Hampton early literacy program for infants, babies, and their caregivers. nursery rhymes, songs, story, and free play.
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 […]
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 […]
Full of exciting, engaging lessons and activities set amongst our one-of-a-kind museum collection, students are sure to have fun learning. Whether it's a focus on STEM, history, social studies, or even art, our Museum educators will provide an unforgettable learning experience for every student.
Begin your little ones lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Featuring: stories, songs, finger plays, and fun! Ages: 6 - 24 months with a caregiver.
Begin your little ones lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. For ages 0-1 year old.
Bring your preschooler to learn about Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math in this interactive program. Ages 3-5 with caregiver. Registration is required.
Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. A perfect way to shake, shimmy, and smile together!
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.
Bring your preschooler to learn about Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math in this interactive program. Age 3-5 with caregiver. Registration is required.
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 […]
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.
Toddler Times are engaging programs centered on rhymes, music, movement and books.
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 not required.
Community: City of Hampton join us for themed stories, packets, & dancing at willow oaks branch library! ages 2-5.
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.
If you are a non-native English speaker, join us to practice your conversational English in a friendly setting. 16+. 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 years)
Help your child get ready for kindergarten with a fun, interactive program that teaches children basic concepts through group activities, books and hands-on exploration.
Featuring an hour of fun songs, playful movement activities, colorful toys, board books, and great resources for parents, bring your little one to Babygarten to grow a happy, healthy baby one rhyme at a time! (Ages 0-2)
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 baby along to this social club for parents! Meet other parents of young children and find out about local kid friendly playdate spots while your child makes friends of their own. Questions? Call 757-441-1750 or email kelsie.roper@norfolk.gov
September 8, 2026 - What do you do with an idea? Story and Engineering Design Process. *Optional - bring a toy or item to repurpose. September 22, 2026 - Hispanic Heritage Month: art focus October 13, 2026 - Indigenous Peoples' […]
Kindergarten Gear Up is a six-week library program that helps preschoolers develop key social and academic skills for a confident transition to Kindergarten. Through speaking, writing, reading, singing, and active play, children build independence while caregivers join separate sessions to […]
Kindergarten Gear Up is a six-week library program that helps preschoolers develop key social and academic skills for a confident transition to Kindergarten. Through speaking, writing, reading, singing, and active play, children build independence while caregivers join separate sessions to […]
Need advice for garden dilemmas? Bring your plant questions to agriculture experts dedicated to beautifying our community, educating the public, and maintaining the environment for the future.
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 […]
The Poquoson Lions Club will provide free vision screenings at the library for ages 6 months to 6 years old. The screening is useful in detecting vision issues for young children so that it does not impede their early learning […]
Grab your spot to enjoy great video games in a fun and relaxed setting! (Teens & tweens)
On the second Tuesday of each month, elementary-aged children and their families are invited to design and build structures using BUILD materials such as Lincoln Logs, KEVA planks, Power Clix, Goobis and more. Let your imagination go wild and create […]
Future cadets, report for duty! Celebrate Star Trek Day with engineering challenges, teamwork, and an obstacle course. Earn your Starfleet credentials in the final frontier.
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
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! September Themes: Week 1 - Movie Night Week 2 - Arts & […]
Explore Science, Engineering, Technology, Arts and Math in this interactive program. Ages 5-7. 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.
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 […]
Bring in a phone case that needs a refresh, and decorate it with decoden, a type of Japanese crafting. For teens who do not have a phone case to decorate, there will be keychains to decorate. Teens, ages 12-18. Registration […]
Come explore the art of Kinusaiga, a traditional Japanese textile craft. In this handson session, participants will create textured, layered fabric collagesno sewing required! This creative activity is perfect for beginners and experienced crafters alike. For ages 12 and up. […]
Are you ready to unleash your creativity and step into the world of acting? Join us for Pearl Theatre at the Pearl Bailey Library on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 5 PM! Discover the fundamentals of drama and […]
Join other young anime and manga fans as we do fun activities tied to anime and manga titles we love! (Tween, Ages 9-13) Questions? Call 757-441-1750 or email kevin.hulguin@norfolk.gov.
Community: City of Hampton bring your current yarn project and join us for a yarn good time! all ages and skill levels welcome.
Build your own LEGO creation to be displayed at the library! No registration is required. For ages 4-11.
Monthly online writing workshops with The Muse Writers Center. Everyone is a writer on the inside, and we can help you bring those words out - you can Write Now! Register now to get the link to the online […]
Hang out and unwind with friends in a relaxing space featuring a Nintendo Switch 2, PS5, Wii, and card games! This program is for 6th-12th graders.
Who says food can't be used for art? We're using pasta to make colorful stained windows. Ages 6-10. Registration is not required. Seating is limited. Programs that do not require registration are available on a first come, first served basis. […]
Bring in a phone case that needs a refresh, and decorate it with decoden, a type of Japanese crafting. For tweens who do not have a phone case to decorate, there will be keychains to decorate. Tweens, ages 9-13. Registration […]
Join us Tuesday nights 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: 1st Tuesday: Game Night! 2nd Tuesday: STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, […]
These clinics are for participants interested in improving their stroke techniques. Participants must be comfortable swimming one length of the pool (25 meters/yards) demonstrating some knowledge of the specified stroke and a rhythmic breathing pattern. Additionally, swimmers must be comfortable […]
Get ready to explore and learn! Each session we focus on a different Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) theme with a variety of fun, related activities. For elementary ages. Schedule of Events: September 8th at North Suffolk Library
Come in and bring your sewing machine and friends! We will be having a community event for sewing enthusiasts to come and work on their projects together. There will be a theme each week - check online! 13+ years old
Calling all talented individuals, aspiring performers, and lovers of good vibes! Experience the magic of our free month open mic night at 25 Mics. It's a family-friendly event where the community gathers to celebrate local talent. Whether you're a budding […]
These clinics are for participants interested in improving their stroke techniques. Participants must be comfortable swimming one length of the pool (25 meters/yards) demonstrating some knowledge of the specified stroke and a rhythmic breathing pattern. Additionally, swimmers must be comfortable […]
Come in and bring your sewing machine and friends! We will be having a community event for sewing enthusiasts to come and work on their projects together. There will be a theme each week - check online! 13+ years old
Come in and bring your sewing machine and friends! We will be having a community event for sewing enthusiasts to come and work on their projects together. There will be a theme each week - check online! 13+ years old
Come in and bring your sewing machine and friends! We will be having a community event for sewing enthusiasts to come and work on their projects together. There will be a theme each week - check online! 13+ years old