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Girl Scouts is where she’ll explore her interests, build real-life skills, and grow her confidence alongside friends who cheer her on every step of the way. Choose from one of these options to register for a free Discover event, and see how much fun you’ll have as a Girl Scout.
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Looking for a fun craft? Stop by the Children's Department to create your own masterpiece. Crafts are available while supplies last.
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 […]
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 […]
Imagination Play is our free play time for our littles. It is time for children to explore, have fun and play! Come in and relax while your little ones get all the wiggles and energy out in our amazing sensory gym. […]
Looking for a fun craft? Stop by the Children's Department to create your own masterpiece. Crafts are available while supplies last.
Build early language and large motor skills through rhyme, songs, book sharing, and hands-on activities with your child. Ages 6-23 months with caregiver. Registration is required.
Join us for our Little Sprout Explorers series! Each week you and your little ones will be introduced to nature and science concepts through crafts, hands-on exploration, walking tours, and a story time. Recommended for children ages 3-6 with significant […]
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 […]
Calling All Homeschool Families! No school group? No problem! Experience the award-winning Dominion Energy Learning Barge with a 90-minute, hands-on field trip led by Elizabeth River Project educators. Explore the Elizabeth River, discover exciting blue-green careers, and learn how students can make a difference […]
Baby's first Halloween party will be a mildly festive postpartum support group. Babies in arms are welcome at Baby's first Halloween Party. We will have some special tidbits like snacks & themed stories, plus a handprint craft . Costumes welcome! […]
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
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.
Begin your little one's 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.
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. Seating is limited. […]
We emphasize alphabet and letter recognition and activities that support independence and confidence building. This storytime includes books, rhymes, and literacy activities to help children enter school ready to learn to read. Ages 3-5 with a caregiver. Registration is not […]
If you are a non-native English speaker, join us to practice your conversational English in a friendly setting. Each week we discuss a different topic and do fun activities! Adults and teens 16+. Registration is not required.
Join us at the JEB Fort Story MWR One-Stop every Monday from 11 AM to 2 PM where we have the space for your homeschoolers’ social needs. Enjoy our books, board games, blocks, puzzles, and much more. Activities are self-led. […]
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 […]
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.
Homeschool Open Gym – Now TWO Days a Week! Looking for a fun way to burn some energy, make new friends, and stay active? Come play with us at World Class Gymnastics, Too! Mondays: 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM Thursdays: […]
PEATC Support Specialist: Parent Educational Advocacy Training Center Region-2 Family Support Specialist Stephanie Hoover has served as a regional parent representative on the Virginia State Special Education Advisory Committee and as a board member of the Virginia PTA. Her commitment […]
Homeschool moms, bring the kiddos to build and explore with us every Monday. Meet Homeschool Meetup at Bricks and Minifigs Chesapeake Join us every Monday starting September 14th from 12 PM to 2 PM for a homeschool meetup designed just […]
Practice creative problem solving, and language skills while engaging in imaginative play! All materials are provided. Ages 3-5 years. Registration is required.
Come and enjoy a story with a fun craft. Ages 3-5 years with caregiver. Registration is not required. Seating is limited. Programs that do not require registration are available on a first come, first served basis. Pick up an entry […]
In partnership with The Muse Writers Center, join our weekly offering of teen-focused creative writing classes on topics such as comic writing, screenwriting, D&D campaign creation, and more.
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
Celebrate cozy season by dropping by Lafayette on Monday afternoons to play games. Game selection includes chess, checkers, chinese checkers, Betrayal at House on the Hill, The Game of Life, Castle Ravenloft, Catan, Ticket to Ride, MtG Arena of the […]
Join us to explore different artists and try their techniques firsthand. Plan to explore your own creativity through multiple mediums; painting, sculpture, pastels, stamping, and more!
Practice creative problem solving, and language skills while engaging in imaginative play! All materials are provided. Ages 3-5 years. 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 […]
Rotating competition is organized by the club coordinator. Knowledge of chess rules is required; limited instruction may be provided for beginners. Chess equipment has been generously donated by Virginia Chess Federation, private donors, and the TCC Chess Club. All ages. […]
Adventure awaits! Join an ongoing Dungeons & Dragons adventure with other interested teens led by a Library Game Master. No prior experience required, new players welcome! All supplies and character sheets will be provided. Grades 6-12. Registration is required.
A new Dungeons & Dragons campaign with other interested tweens led by a Library Game Master. No prior experience required; supplies and character sheets will be provided. (Digital versions of the character sheets have been attached for those that would […]
All ages. All skill levels. Always free to attend. Monday nights · 5:30–9:30 PM Ivy Memorial Baptist Church · 2200 Coliseum Drive, Hampton Excitement and Enrichment Await!
Stretch, strengthen, and build your balance while enjoying a beautiful view.
Bring your mat and meet at the Carriage House (located at the back of the small parking lot, with a deck looking out over the York River) on the first and third Mondays of each month. Classes are beginner friendly and held outside on the deck April through September, as weather permits. Proceeds go to the Watermen's Museum.
2026 Class Themes
Summer: Main Street
July 6, 20
August 3, 17
September 7, 21
Autumn: Riverwalk
October 5, 19
November 2, 16
December 7, 21
In this class, we will use a wide variety of Creatology adornments to create a sparkly, colorful holiday ornament icon. Using traditional ornaments as inspiration, we will draw our own circles on construction paper and embellish them with glitter glue, […]
With watercolor paints, we will learn to paint Santa faces on watercolor paper and turn the paintings into an adorable holiday card. Drawing our own Santa faces and additional details, these cards are perfect to customize and personalize for each […]
Does your child love music, technology, and creativity? Our Intro to DJing class gives participants an exciting opportunity to step behind the DJ booth and learn the fundamentals of mixing music like a real DJ! This fun and supportive class […]
Join us in our Virginia Beach pottery studio and learn how to make your own customized ceramic chip and dip serving tray from soft stoneware clay! We provide all the supplies and tools, expert-led instruction, and a small class size […]
Every Monday at 6PM. Free to play - plenty of space available for pods. Promo packs raffled off to those who register using the Magic Companion App. Monday nights are novice friendly, if you have been wanting to learn this […]
D&D novice night is a beginner-friendly Dungeons & Dragons session, held at Atomic Comics Emporium, it is designed to teach new players the rules in a supportive environment with pre-made characters and experienced Dungeon Masters (DMs) guiding the adventure, focusing […]
KAYA CATCHES THE FUTURE is a brand-new play from Stephen Gregg, the author of TRAP and THIS IS A TEST. This is the Virginia premiere! $9 adults, $6 kids