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Discover maps, artifacts, dioramas, colonial-era documents, fashion, and a battle timeline showcased in the Wallace History Room! Come explore the fascinating history they have uncovered for you! Visit the Wallace Memorial History Room on the second floor of Central Library. […]
Your passport to togetherness, fun and new friends! Enjoy some exciting, hands-on activities and games including “try-it” experiences that help introduce families to Girl Scouts.
Giraffes strut. Birds swoop. Gazelles leap. The entire Serengeti comes to life as never before. And as the music soars, Pride Rock slowly emerges from the mist. This is Disney’s The Lion King, making its triumphant return to Chrysler Hall!
Cinema Cafe turns 40, and we’re celebrating all week at our original Pembroke location, May 11–15. 🤩 80s-inspired swag giveaways 📸 Fun lobby photo op 🍕 Throwback food and drink deals 🎥 Don’t miss Back to the Future for Turnback […]
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 […]
Join Us for Storytime at the Farm! Cozy up with a towel or blanket in the Visiting Pen and meet some of our furry farm friends while enjoying fun, interactive stories. Each Tuesday at 11am.
Upcoming Mobile Pantry Info Patriot’s Pantry is hosting our next Mobile Meal distribution at LMH NW Annex All staple items are available on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. May’s meal kit will be pancit Patrons must present a valid […]
Destress to be your best! Display your artistic talents in the Library's Tiny Art Show! Pick up a mini canvas at your local branch and then create your masterpiece. When completed, return it to your library so it can be […]
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.
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 […]
Unwind your mind on the mat. This group class will focus on gentle movement to improve mobility and release tight muscles. Take a deep breath and spend some time focused on you! Bring your mat and water and come stretch […]
Every Tuesday | First Session at 9:15am, Second Session at 10:15am | South Building. Build early literacy skills through this guided program that makes learning the alphabet fun with engaging animal stories for early learners. Included with your admission and FREE […]
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.
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 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.
Scribble, paint, sculpt… ROAR! Come join us as we create adorable artwork inspired by some of our favorite zoo animals. Budding Picassos and future zoologists alike will love painting on real canvas boards, sculpting with air-dry clay and scribbling with […]
Boost independence and develop social skills using writing activities, basic concepts (i.e., colors, shapes, letters, etc.), large muscle movements, and social-emotional learning opportunities focusing on the whole child. Age 2 with a caregiver. Registration is required.
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.
Designed for newly independent preschoolers, this storytime features books, rhymes and literacy-based activities that will help prepare your child to enter school ready to read. Ages 4-5 without caregiver in storytime room. 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 […]
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 […]
May 5th - Ages 7-9 | May 12th - Ages 10 - 12 | Space is Limited - Register Here! Aerodynamics in Action: Air may be invisible, but it can lift and airplane! Dive into the scientific principles behind flight, […]
Begin your little ones lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along--Featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun!
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.
Baby Bookworms is a story time program for the very young. We explore literacy tips, read a story, sing songs, participate in finger play and conclude with a parenting topic and free play each week. Registration is required for this […]
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 May 4, […]
Preschoolers and their caregivers will enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs while growing your love of reading. Please register each child. For ages 3-5 years 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.
Come move & groove, like animals! Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. It's a perfect place to shake, shimmy, and smile together!
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.
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 […]
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.
A new program that invites our little learners (0 to 4 years old) in their strollers to join us in a walk around the zoo with stops and activities along the way to get the wiggles out! Meet in the […]
Bring your preschooler to learn about Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math in this interactive program. Age 3-5 with caregiver. Registration is required.
Come discover the local wildlife of Virginia Beach with your young Nature Pals! Each month we will explore a different group of animals in this free grownup and me program for ages 3-7. One outdoor session at the Princess Anne […]
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 and caregivers.
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 required.
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.
Baby Bookworms is a story time program for the very young. We explore literacy tips, read a story, sing songs, participate in finger play and conclude with a parenting topic and free play each week. Registration is required for this […]
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 May 4, […]
Community: City of Hampton, VA does you little scientist know how rocks are formed? join us for a fun experiment learning about the rock cycle.
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 not […]
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.
If you are a non-native English speaker, join us to practice your conversational English in a friendly setting. Adults. Registration is not required.
Join Us for Storytime at the Farm! Cozy up with a towel or blanket in the Visiting Pen and meet some of our furry farm friends while enjoying fun, interactive stories. Each Tuesday at 11am.
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.
Join us for coffee and pastries as we explore what lead up to the creation of the Cape Henry Lighthouse, the first federally funded public works project, and what it took to build it!Tickets are $10 each, include coffee and […]
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)
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)
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Have you ever wondered how huge, heavy planes stay in the air? Come learn about the Bernoulli Principle and have fun learning what helps airplanes fly.
Community: City of Hampton, VA note: due to the main library's temporary closure this program has moved to the phoebus branch.all skill levels are welcome, and all supplies are provided. create a different artwork every week, mostly paintings with the […]
Bring your preschooler to learn about Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math in this interactive series. Age 3-5 with caregiver. Registration is required.
Tuesday, May 12 | 2-3pm | Free | Presented by: Suffolk Nansemond Historical Society | The Phillips-Dawson House
Celebrate this month by creating a colorful, expandable dragon craft! You will decorate and assemble a moving paper dragon while learning about culture, symbolism, and traditions.
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
Ages 5-16 2 Free Games per Day! Register at kidsbowllfree.com Shoes not included. Snack bar open for purchases. Tuesdays- Thursdays until December 17, 2026 Location: Bowling Center 675 Dickman Street Fort Eustis, VA Open to all with base access.
Grab your spot to enjoy great video games in a fun and relaxed setting! (Teens & tweens)
Bring a stuffed animal and learn movement and mindfulness in a playful pet themed class taught by a Registered Children's Yoga Teacher. Bring a yoga mat or towel and wear comfortable clothes.
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.
Work on librarian-led art projects and develop new crafting skills. (Ages 13-18) Questions? Call 757-441-1750 or email emily.michels@norfolk.gov
Join us for Tabletop Game Night every second Tuesday. Come for an evening of fun, strategy, and teamwork as we play a mix of card, cooperative, and strategy games. Whether you're looking to challenge yourself or make new friends, it's […]
Community: City of Hampton, VA try different cheeses, browse book displays, and talk about your favorite reads.
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 […]
Its a paint party! Get creative with a tiny canvas, and go abstract. Feel free to submit it for the Tiny Art Show. All materials provided. Teens, ages 12-18. Registration is required.
Explore Science, Engineering, Technology, Arts and Math in this interactive program. Ages 5-7. Registration is required.
Join us for a fun-filled hour of Arts & Crafts where kids can let their creativity run wild and make awesome masterpieces! With colorful supplies and hands-on projects, every young artist is sure to have a blast. Registration is required […]
Join us for this chess meetup for all skill levels, whether you're a Grandmaster or a beginner! This is a loosely structured program. If you know how to play, get started right away! If you are still learning, stop by […]
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 […]
Have you ever wished drawing was easy? Well in this class, it couldn’t be easier! For each drawing project, students will learn a simple step-by-step method as they draw well-dressed llamas, cute kittens, adorable pandas, and more. Drawing is easy, […]
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.
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 […]
Calling all kids, ages 8-11! If you love Pokemon, weve got the club for you! Join us at Main Street Library on select Tuesdays from 5-6. No registration required.
Join us for a cozy, creative journey into the world of crochet! Whether you're brand new to crochet or looking to refresh your skills, First Stitches is the perfect place to start. This beginner-friendly, 12-week series focuses on mastering the […]
Watch a free Kids' Movie on the second Tuesday of the month at 5 pm at Churchland Branch Library. Call 757-686-2538 for more information.
Hang out and unwind with a Nintendo Switch, PS5, Wii, card games, and a brand-new Switch 2! This program is for 6th-12th graders.
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 workshop. […]
Bring your stuffed animals and pajamas to a special Bedtime Storytime! Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
We're cooking something up in the library! So, come and have fun making delicious works of art that look like food. The theme this week is -- Taco! Ages 5-7 years. Registration is not required. Seating is limited. Programs that […]
Its a paint party! Get creative with a tiny canvas, and go abstract. Feel free to submit it for the Tiny Art Show. All materials provided. Teens, ages 12-18. Registration is required.
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: Gaming 2nd Tuesday: STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, […]
Families with children ages 4-11 are invited to a special Fun & Games Night at Grissom Library, where they will learn ways to make the most of their family time with fun educational activities. Enjoy games, activities, and dinner! Registration […]
Ages 8-15. This class is geared towards young aerialists looking to gain strength by cross training in other areas like weight lifting, handstands and flexibility training. Held in the yoga room upstairs at the studio. Please sign up online to […]
O-66...clickety click! Join us for a free BINGO night at Tabb Library. Enjoy multiple rounds of friendly competition and good natured banter. Registration is required as seats are limited. Each round winner gets to select a prize from our awesome […]
Get ready to shred! 6:30-8:30 weekly Must be a USABMX registered rider $5
Concerts listed are free and open to the public and held at New Song Fellowship Church at 865 Woodstock Road in Virginia Beach unless otherwise noted. We would love to have you join us! Band concert Friday, May 8, 7:00 […]
Join us for an evening of Chamber Music in Miner Music Hall at GSA. FREE!
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 […]