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Join us for a day of fun and adventure at one of our beautiful Girl Scouts of the Colonial Coast camps. Learn about our programs, plus get a free patch and activity kit to take home!
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.
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Join us every Tuesday in July at Hunt Club Farm for a special Storytime experience featuring some of our favorite farm animals! Bring a towel or blanket and meet us in the Visiting Pen for stories, animal encounters, and farm fun. Storytime begins at 11:00 AM each week.
Fill any bag for just $5! Discover novels from bestselling authors, teen reads, cookbooks, mysteries, and hidden gems while supplies last.
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 […]
Regal Cinemas’ Summer Movie Express, offering showings for $1, begins June 1 and continues through August 13. Screenings begin at 11 a.m. Mondays through Thursdays. Attendees can also get $3 off a Snack Pack, which includes a junior-sized drink, popcorn, […]
Community: City of Hampton follow the bones and match the pictures on the bingo card.
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
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.
Take a ride through farming history in this exciting hands-on class all about tractors and farm equipment!
Join us at one of our upcoming beach crawl sensory days for all abilities. Dive into a day of beach-themed sensory fun! Participants of all abilities will explore the senses through hands-on ocean themed activities. Join us for an inclusive, […]
Join us as we celebrate the incredible Animal Care team who provide exceptional care for the Virginia Living Museum’s animals every day. Throughout the week, guests are invited to help recognize the dedication, knowledge, and compassion of our keepers while […]
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. […]
Join us in creating 3D toys made with cardboard cutouts using a child-safe scroll saw! The Chompsaw is loud, so feel free to bring your own hearing protection, limited number of child sized headphones will be available. Families please register […]
Let your little one explore hands-on, ocean themed activities at their own pace through play and discovery. Designed for curious minds and busy little hands. Playroom access is included for even more fun!
Calling all “Wild Babies” to the zoo! Join us for a NEW program offering for our youngest zoo visitors. We will be exploring age appropriate sensory and educational activities in a small up-close setting. This program is geared for 0-4 […]
Ages 0-15 months with caregiver/parents. We will share books, nursery rhymes and songs that you can duplicate at home to develop early literacy and motor skills. Playtime to follow.
Bring your imaginations for LEGO building fun! We provide the materials, you provide the creativity! Please register each child individually. This program is for elementary grade students.
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!
*This program is being relocated to Ally's Little Sprouts located in St. Andrew's Episcopal Church at 45 Main St Newport News until September. There will be complimentary cans of iced coffee and pre-packaged snacks available. Free preschool storytime every 1st […]
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 […]
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 […]
Ready to mix strategy and luck? Join us for Chinese Mahjong, the classic tile game from 19th-century China thats now played around the globe! Whether youre brand new or already know the ropes, come for a friendly, social game and […]
BRAVE BUDDIES: PLAY. CONNECT. EXPLORE. Destination Family Services, the Autism Society of Tidewater Virginia, and the Virginia Beach Police Department Youth Services Unit are excited to introduce Brave Buddies, a unique play group designed for children with Autism ages 4–8. […]
Back-to-school season is almost here, and our Fifth Annual Pediatric Back-to-School Event is helping families get ready with free resources for K–12 students. Join us on Tuesday, July 21, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Virginia Beach Higher […]
Calling all bookworms! The Friends of the Library book sale is back! Your Next Favorite Book is Waiting. Choose from books, audio books, Music CDs and more. Only cash and check payments accepted.
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.
Begin your little ones lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along--featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun!
We combine components of early literacy--reading, writing, singing, talking, and playing--in this highly interactive storytime. We use engaging books, songs, and activities to help develop the skills needed for school readiness. For children aged 2, with a parent or caregiver. […]
We combine components of early literacy--reading, writing, singing, talking, and playing--in this highly interactive storytime. We use engaging books, songs, and activities to help develop the skills needed for school readiness. For children aged 2, with a parent or caregiver. […]
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.
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Ready for messy art fun with minimal cleanup required? Little ones can create their own masterpieces while exploring the science or art behind each activity and strengthening their fine motor skills. Registration required. For ages 2-5.
Ready for messy art fun with minimal cleanup required? Little ones can create their own masterpieces while exploring the science or art behind each activity and strengthening their fine motor skills. Registration required. For ages 2-5.
Explore Science, Engineering, Technology, Arts and Math in this interactive program. Ages 5-7. Registration is required.
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)
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.
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. Note: The formal program lasts about 30 minutes. During the rest of the time, babies […]
Enjoy a warm and inviting space designed to allow children to explore a variety of sensory experiences. Fun for all children, this program is appropriate for children with specialized sensory processing needs to explore sensory stimulation through play, touching, and […]
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.
Community: City of Hampton, VA join us for themed stories, packets, & dancing at gosnold's hope park! we will be located at the cherry shelter near the park and restrooms. ages 2-5.
Community: Hampton Happenings join us for themed stories, packets, & dancing at willow oaks branch library! ages 2-5.
Join Sentara Careplex for their Postpartum Support Group! If you’re pregnant or in your first year postpartum, you’re warmly invited to connect, share, and find support in a welcoming, judgment-free space. 1st & 3rd Tuesday of each month 11:00 AM – […]
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.
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)
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.
Youve heard of Rudolph the red-nosed caribou? Thats right, reindeer are also known as caribou! Learn about these creatures and see how we can help them. Presented by Oscar Smith H.S. IB students.
Early literacy skills, such as vocabulary and understanding the narrative, are reinforced as children enjoy this interactive storytime for school preparedness. Parents and caregivers are welcome to come in and observe, as we encourage children to attend and participate independently. […]
Early literacy skills, such as vocabulary and understanding the narrative, are reinforced as children enjoy this interactive storytime for school preparedness. Parents and caregivers are welcome to come in and observe, as we encourage children to attend and participate independently. […]
Explore the many ways technology is used in our lives with fun hands-on activities.
Join us every Tuesday in July at Hunt Club Farm for a special Storytime experience featuring some of our favorite farm animals! Bring a towel or blanket and meet us in the Visiting Pen for stories, animal encounters, and farm fun. Storytime begins at 11:00 AM each week.
Join us in creating 3D toys made with cardboard cutouts using a child-safe scroll saw! The Chompsaw is loud, so feel free to bring your own hearing protection, limited number of child sized headphones will be available. Families please register […]
Angela Shipley - GSA Faculty - GSA Alum Open Level ContemporaryTuesdays11:00am-12:30 pm(no classes 6/16, 7/1 through 7/6, no class 8/4) Venmo: @shipleyangela GSA and guest dance faculty offer drop-in classes all summer for dancers ages 13 to […]
Bring your ideas to life at our Open Fused Glass Studio - for beginners and advanced glass enthusiasts alike! Join us for a fun and creative DIY Fused Glass Open Studio . For this "Do-It-Yourself" Open Studio, you choose your […]
Christmas in July is coming to The Kroc! Join us July 20–25 for a week of FREE festive fun for the whole family! All events are open to the public and include sweet treats, crafts, activities, and more. Daily Lineup: Monday, […]
Come witness the wonder of Balloons By Susan! Learn about balloon creatures and take home your very own balloon friend!
Celebrate the holidays early this summer! July 20 – Paper Ornaments July 21 – Kwanzaa Colors Paper Weaving July 22 – Letters to Santa July 23 – Dreidel Design July 24 – "Gingerbread" Houses Contact 757-441-1751 to register.
Step into the spotlight! Each week, kids in grades kindergarten to fifth, explore acting, scriptwriting, puppets, and more. There will be a performance on the final class, for friends and family.
Ages 12 – 15 Sharon Judkins - Watercolor for Kids - Mountains in the Moonlight. Students learn to paint with watercolor. They will paint loosely, in an atmosphere style to create a dreamy night mountain scene. We will introduce various […]
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 […]
Bring your preschooler to learn about Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math in this interactive series. Age 3-5 with caregiver. Registration is required.
Explore Science, Engineering, Technology, Arts and Math in this interactive program. Ages 5-7. Registration is required.
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 […]
Celebrate Shark Week and create a painting of your favorite type of shark! Materials provided. Ages 12-18. Registration required.
Teens can dive into cooking with this library cooking series. Come create, taste, and totally level up your snack game! June: Energy balls July: Smoothie bowls August: Mini pizzas
Join us in creating 3D toys made with cardboard cutouts using a child-safe scroll saw! The Chompsaw is loud, so feel free to bring your own hearing protection, limited number of child sized headphones will be available. Families please register […]
Jack from Jacks Jungle is bringing six amazing animals for an interactive, highenergy, and educational show. This allages program introduces families to fascinating creatures and encourages curiosity about the natural world.
Arts of All Sorts is a hands-on, inclusive program designed to explore and celebrate a variety of art forms. Whether you're a beginner or an expert artist, this program offers a creative space to experiment with different art mediums freely.There […]
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.
Beat the heat this summer and join us for a movie with friends! Feel free to bring your own blanket and snack. Minors should be accompanied by an adult.
JOIN US AT THE CRADOCK BRANCH LIBRARY AND HEAR ABOUT THE REVOLUTIONARY WAR
Step into the spotlight! Each week, teens in grades six to twelve, will explore acting, scriptwriting, puppetry and more. There will be a performance on the final class, for friends and family.
Bring your Pokemon cards and games to trade, battle, and more with other local players. Hang out, chat with other fans, and make a craft. "Catch em all" at the library this month! Ages 8-11. Registration is not required.
Calling all tweens and teens - join us for fun summer crafts and express your personality through art! For all middle and high schoolers.
Grab your spot to enjoy great video games in a fun and relaxed setting! (Teens & tweens)
Jellyfish Jam Need an activity the whole family will love? Look no further than our Family Day at Muse! These events are perfect for all ages, not just kids, to enjoy in a lighthearted paint event. Our artist instructors will […]
Adventure awaits! Join fellow teens for a Dungeons & Dragons one-shot using 5th edition, led by a volunteer game master. This adventure will focus on storytelling and character interaction. Feel free to bring your own level 3 character, or choose […]
Come out to Seatack Recreation Center and rent our Pickleball Tutor Plus Ultra feeder for easy practice. Here's your chance to work on particular shots while getting great exercise! Membership or day pass required Each session is 1 hourCost: $20
Learn and create with the whole family this summer! Different activities or crafts every other week.
Build a play area for your feline friends to enjoy! Using the Library's Chomp Saw, a child-safe scroll saw for cutting cardboard, and some other child-safe cutting tools, you will be given a starter design and then be encouraged to […]
Are you curious about how we can live in harmony with nature and adapt to the challenges of climate change? Do you want to see how cutting-edge design and technology can create a resilient and sustainable urban coastal community? Do […]
Calling all anime fans! Join the Teen Anime Club every third Tuesday for exciting discussions, watch parties and a chance to connect with other anime lovers. Whether you are into classics or the latest hits, it's the perfect place to […]
Work on librarian-led art projects and develop new crafting skills. (Family) Questions? Call 757-441-1750 or email emily.michels@norfolk.gov
Design and build structures using build materials such as Lincoln Logs, KEVA Planks, PowerClix, Goobi and more. Let your imagination go wild and construct amazing creations. With creativity you can enhance your STEM skills with these hands-on building materials.
The Park Place Teen Zone will be open afternoons during the summer for teens to HOMAGO - Hang Out, Mess Around and Geek Out! Mondays: Color and Make Tuesdays: Video Gaming Wednesdays: Lofi Chill Thursdays: 1st Episode Only - Anime
Let your child’s imagination go wild! Our Build Bash program offers a wide variety of building materials such as Lincoln Logs, Keva Planks, Power Clix, Goobis and more for creative designs and construction. Children develop STEM skills (Science, Technology, Engineering […]
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! Weekly Themes: 1 st Tuesday: Book Talks 2 nd Tuesday: Skill Building/STEM […]
Open door art studio! Utilize our craft supplies and workspace to create your own art.
Register for this hands-on introductory session designed for beginners and anyone seeking certification to independently use the makerspace sewing machines.
Page-to-screen adventures await! Teens, grade six through twelve, will watch popular movie adaptations and read the book. Discover how stories transform from page to film. Vote on your favorite.
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.
Bring your Pokemon cards and games to trade, battle, and more with other local players. Hang out, chat with other fans, and make a craft. "Catch em all" at the library this month! Ages 5-7. Registration is required. Please note: […]
Calling all kids, ages 8-11! If you love Pokemon, weve got the club for you! Join us at Main Street Library July 21st from 5-6. No registration required.
Community: City of Hampton, VA video games and a monthly craft! this month we will be making magnetic poetry. Google Maps: https://maps.google.com/?cid=16916915985573240579
Community: City of Hampton, VA create a tiny jurassic oasis using plants and plastic dinosaurs.
Master crochet basics! Beginners will learn new techniques each week building the skills needed for our intermediate projects! July's intermediate project: Summer Shawl Whether youre brand new to crochet or already comfortable with the basics, this class is designed to […]
Need to cool off from the summer heat? Come chill out with fellow teens and play a variety of games on the Nintendo Switch 2, PS5, and Wii! We also have a selection of card games and snacks. You are […]
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! Weekly Themes: 1 st Tuesday: Gaming 2 nd Tuesday: STEAM (Science, Technology, […]
Mariah Lopez - GSA FacultyIntermediate/Advanced Ballet Tuesdays 5:30-7:00 (7/14, 7/21, 7/28) Wednesdays 5:30-7:00 pm (6/24, 8/5) Venmo: @mal_services GSA and guest dance faculty offer drop-in classes all summer for dancers ages 13 to adult Cost: $10 per class, paid directly to each instructor. Each […]
Stay & Learn is an engaging program for ages 7–12 designed to keep young minds active through hands-on learning and fun educational activities. Each week participants will learn skills in Math Mania, Reading Readiness, Social Studies, Writing & Vocabulary, Science, […]
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This is part of our Summer Fun Series and features Nadira Grubbs, an artist whose work blends music, movement, and spirit. Through gentle instruction, breath, and expressive movement, you’ll explore dance as a pathway to confidence, presence, and spiritual connection. […]
Enrollment Fee: $12.00 Have you always wanted to do something spectacular off the diving board? Learn basic diving skills, including approaches, forward and back dives, somersaults and other dives off a 1 meter diving board. Prerequisite: Participants must be deep […]
Flowers and trees continue to bloom and grow at Happy Hour Glass Works. Create your own blossoming tree blowing in a summer breeze with varied glass forms, colors, shapes and sizes -- yours to imagine!No experience needed, just get ready […]
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 […]
Mariah Lopez - GSA Faculty Intermediate/Advanced PointeTuesdays 7:15-8:15 pm (7/14, 7/21, 7/28) Wednesdays 7:15-8:15 pm (6/24, 8/5) Venmo: @mal_services GSA and guest dance faculty offer drop-in classes all summer for dancers ages 13 to adult Cost: $10 per class, paid directly to […]
Tidewater Winds Concert Band From the first thunderclap of Fanfare 250 by Noah D. Taylor to the heartfelt close of This Is My Country, Tidewater Winds presents an evening that traces the soul of America — from its revolutionary beginnings […]
Brief inside talk, then go outside and observe the Moon and stars. Registration is required: https://norfolkbotanicalgarden.org/events/garden-stars-3/
Party at the Pier at Little Island Park is a summer event series designed to bring the Sandbridge community together through beachfront entertainment and local engagement. This year’s lineup features four live concerts with popular local bands and four family-friendly […]