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Hop over for Easter Bunny pictures at Greenbrier Mall! Walk ups welcome every day until closing time. Please Note: Multiple families are scheduled during the selected 15-minute time. Hop into the fun at our KIDZ BOP Bunny Dance Parties! Every […]
Get dressed in your Easter best and hop on by for a spring-tacular photo session with the adorable Easter Bunny. Hop into the fun at our KIDZ BOP Bunny Dance Parties! Every hour on the hour, kids can dance along […]
Celebrate 250 years of America, March Madness style! Vote in our Founding Father bracket each week as the field narrows. Will your favorite take the top spot?
Book your family's Easter Bunny photos at Patrick Henry Mall! Professional spring pictures and Bunny portraits are available in Center Court from March 13 through April 4. Perfect for cards and gifts! Schedule your time slot for only $20; no […]
The mysterious Leprechaun has done it again! Come and explorer Northwest River Park to find the decorated rocks hidden by the Leprechaun. Return any found rocks to the Northwest River Park Welcome Center and receive a special prize. Free and […]
Age 0-4, Norfolk- Tues/Thurs- 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 […]
Our food pantry is open to all every Thursday from 9 am - Noon (We do not require referral from Social Services or a certain level of income)
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 […]
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. To view Babies & Tiny Tots Storytime virtually, please join our Baby & […]
Mar 19, 2026, 10 AM or 2 PM / ET Grade 3-8 / Age 8-14 Free Explorer Classroom is a live, interactive online event featuring National Geographic Explorers. Explore boiling water with biologist Rosa Vásquez Espinoza and learn about microbes […]
Explore the power of play with Bateman Buddies, a new playgroup for birth through preschool age children. We meet the 3rd Thursday of each month at 10 AM. Each playgroup provides new dramatic play and exploratory activities that develop speech […]
Every Thursday | 10:00am-11:00am | South Building. Explore the trail in this guided nature walk including fun with counting, shapes, songs and themed activities. Weather-appropriate clothing is recommended as the trek will happen in rain or shine. Included with admission and […]
We have a special time when we open the facility to little kids (under 46″). Little Air jumpers and their parents are the only ones allowed during this time. Parents cannot share a trampoline with a child, but can jump […]
Weekly class & story time for the youngest artists (2's & 3's) and their favorite grown ups We will explore our creativity with hands-on activities and process art projects. Come and go as your artist's attention span allows. Guaranteed to […]
Come move & groove at the library! Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. A perfect place to shake, shimmy, and smile together!
Come move & groove at the library! 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!
Begin your little one's lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing and play along to stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun!
Once upon a time, you became part of the story! In this interactive adventure with Arts for Learning Virginia’s Sarah Osburn Brady, you’ll help create new twists for classic tales—featuring heroes, dragons, fairies, and maybe even a giant or two. […]
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)
Introduce the wonders of science to your child with STEM activities at our monthly preschool science lab.
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 […]
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.
Tiny Tot Explorers are invited to join Ms. Liz at the Main Street Library (directly after Babies in Bloom Storytime). Make new friends and enjoy a variety of fun learning experiences! Explore new outlets for creativity! Enhance your childs exploration, […]
Join us for a delightful Spring Tea Party in our Boutique, located by the escalator on the upper level! Bring a friend or family member and enjoy a charming morning sampling sweet treats from our Restaurant and Swedish Food Market. […]
Free food distribution event for active duty military members E-7 and below. Each month on the third Thursday, Helping the Home Front provides a free box of non-perishable food for active duty military (E-7 and below). We are honored to […]
A monthly film viewing featuring movies based on books. This month's title is "Brooklyn." Teens & up. Snacks are provided.
Drop in the Children's room for hands on learning. GIRLS CAN! Explore science in the footsteps of women in STEAM.
In this fairy-themed art class, kids will create two enchanting projects inspired by the world of fairies. Artists will design an ethereal lantern using real dried flowers, then sculpt an imaginative fairy house tucked into a field of flowers. A […]
Mar 19, 2026, 10 AM or 2 PM / ET Grade 3-8 / Age 8-14 Free Explorer Classroom is a live, interactive online event featuring National Geographic Explorers. Explore boiling water with biologist Rosa Vásquez Espinoza and learn about microbes […]
Come hangout at the library with friends. Read a book together, do fun crafts, activities, and more! (Ages 11-14) Questions? Call 757-441-1750 or email ashlyn.kullmann@norfolk.gov
Free food distribution for active duty military members E-7 and below. Each month on the third Thursday, Helping the Home Front provides a free box of non-perishable food for active duty military (E-7 and below). We are honored to support […]
Explore art with all 5 senses in the area's only sensory art studio! Drop in only. Ages 5+ may be dropped off for $15.00 per hour or an adult may stay and create with your artist as long as they […]
Weekly Food & Diaper DistributionDiaper Registration -https://form.jotform.com/250994672640162 When: Every Thursday, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PMWhere: 1109 S. Military Hwy, Chesapeake, VA 23320We kindly ask visitors to bring a reusable bag for pickup.
Step into stories of strength and resilience as Arts for Learning Virginia’s Sarah Osburn Brady gives voice to three trailblazing women of the Civil War—Mary Walker, Sarah Grimke, and Ellen Craft—whose words still inspire today. This performance is presented by […]
Love Percy Jackson & the Olympians? Join our epic book club for demigods-in-training! We’ll dive into the wild world of Percy Jackson and the Olypmpians: Sea of Monsters with epic discussions, godly games, crafts, and mythological mayhem. No quests required—just […]
Build, explore, discover and create with Legos. Weekly themes, challenges, and free building for ages 5 and up.
Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Dont forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.
Watch movies that celebrate spring!
Kids Yoga helps children learn techniques for concentrating, reducing stress, and connecting to their bodies & breath while having fun. We incorporate age-appropriate poses, breathing, movement, games, mindfulness activities, and music. Kids will be welcomed into a nurturing space full […]
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.
Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Dont forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.
K-5th Graders. Create and imagine with us as we build and display unique structures in the library!
Capture your family this spring… for FREE! Come to FACT Autism Resource Center for free family portraits: Wednesdays & Fridays: March 18 – April 3 | 12:00–2:00 PM Thursdays: March 19 – April 2 | 5:00–7:00 PMFamily memories last a lifetime, make this […]
Step into stories of strength and resilience as Arts for Learning Virginia’s Sarah Osburn Brady gives voice to three trailblazing women of the Civil War—Mary Walker, Sarah Grimke, and Ellen Craft—whose words still inspire today. This performance is presented by Arts for […]
The Schoolhouse Museum is sponsoring in collaboration with actors Antonio D. Charity and Gina Blount Jones a three-day workshop titled “Acting, a Performing Art.” This free after-school program is opened to youth ages 12-18 who are interested in learning more […]
Come celebrate National Let's Laugh Day. Share jokes and funny stories from our library collection. Silly Selfie Station. Refreshments provided.
What's better than reading a book? Eating it, of course! Enjoy a food-themed storytime where you eat a delicious dinner based on what you read about and make a craft to take home! Registration required. For families. A variety of […]
3rd Thursdays Join us tomorrow for yoga with @deirdrevenusloveLocation : @ 700 E Olney rd, Norfolk , VirginiaTime: 6pm — at Teens With a Purpose. Donations welcome!
Celebrate National Laugh Day: share some jokes and funny stories from the library's collections; enjoy a silly selfie station, and light refreshments.
Explore the inspiring stories of notable women of Chesapeake both past and present and learn how they influenced and shaped our city, our state, our culture, and our nation as we celebrate Women's History Month!
Join us in our Virginia Beach pottery studio and learn how to make your own customized ceramic serving bowl from soft stoneware clay! We provide all the supplies and tools, expert-led instruction, and a small class size for personalized learning. […]
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
Member Price One Time: $5.00 Non-Member Price One Time: $10.00 Uno Tournment, join as we set up some tables, have some snacks and drinks to enjoy a fun game of UNO with family and friends.
Join us on March 19th at 6:30 p.m. for a vital webinar: Future Financial Planning for Children with Disabilities. Date & Time: Thursday, March 19, 2026 | 6:30 PM – 7:30 PMVia Zoom We are honored to host guest expert […]
March 19-21, 26-28 @ 7pm & March 29 @ 2:30pm (Stay after our Sunday matinee and get your picture with cast members! $5 CASH ONLY) Tickets on sale NOW at Gofan.co (Kellam Performing Arts) Get ready for a toe-tapping, heart-warming, family-friendly classic that […]
A magical night is just around the corner.Join Virginia Classical Academy Performing Arts for a special performance of Mary Poppins (Adapted) on March 19 and 20 at 7 PM.Suggested ticket donation: $5All proceeds support Christian classical education at VCA.Gather your […]
"By turns wicked, funny, warm, romantic and touching, The Music Man is family entertainment at its best. Meredith Willson's six-time, Tony Award-winning musical comedy has been entertaining audiences since 1957 and is a family-friendly story to be shared with every generation. The […]
Get ready for an intimate, inspiring evening celebrating the life and work of internationally acclaimed photographer Joan Roth. The program begins with a screening of "A Feminist Lens: The Art & Activism of Photographer Joan Roth," a documentary tracing five […]
