Enjoy a family-friendly activity this holiday season on historic Duke of Gloucester St. Join us at the Liberty Ice Pavilion sponsored by Dominion Energy. Experience the sights, sounds, and smells of the holidays with a few turns on the ice. Parking is available at the Art […]
Join NAS Oceana/Dam Neck Annex MWR for our winter reading challenge. Readers can log their minutes by sending a message via Facebook Messenger to the NAS Oceana/Dam Neck Facebook page (@NASODN.MWR). The reader with the most logged hours in each age […]
Don't miss our BIG LIST of Winter Reading Programs for kids (and adults) in Hampton Roads, VA! Click HERE for the BIG LIST -------> Winter Reading Programs in Hampton Roads
Learn about the differences between seeds and bulbs, and then plant seeds and bulbs to start your own winter garden. The Seeds & Bulbs program is recommended for ages 7-12 with some caregiver participation. Some of the same content will be […]
On October 15, 2021 at 10:00 A.M., the MacArthur Memorial in downtown Norfolk will open a new free special exhibit entitled: Command Presence: MacArthur, Media & Mass Appeal. This new exhibit will explore General Douglas MacArthur’s relationship with the press and […]
Our knowledgeable captain and crew will lead you on an educational journey along the Atlantic coast in search of whales, dolphins, seals, and seabirds. The highlight of these trips is spotting humpback whales, which can often be seen breaching, flipper […]
Looking for a fun craft or activity to do? Stop by the Youth & Family Services Department anytime on Wednesday to participate in our weekly craft or activity station.
Let's read, Norfolk! Norfolk Public Library is hosting its annual Winter Reading Challenge, January 1 - 31, 2022. "Read for a Better World" encourages youth, ages 5 - 18, to explore diversity, empathy, and action through literature. During the month […]
A juried national exhibition of cities, towns, landmarks, and places
Let's show America how much Suffolk reads by reading together and building up our community through books! Beginning January 1, 2022, the Suffolk Public Library will be kicking off the Winter Reading Challenge, which consists of promoting reading throughout Suffolk to help […]
Valentine’s Day is approaching, and the VBSPCA shelter pets would be happy to receive some love while they wait to find their forever homes! Our seasonal youth activity encourages children to get creative as they cut and color a valentine […]
Nauticus welcomes THE CREATIVE MIND to Norfolk! A traveling exhibit that celebrates the contributions of African Americans to medicine, mathematics, engineering, and all branches of science, it highlight’s some of today’s and notable figures from the past’s outstanding careers and […]
Let's get together and have some fun with in-person family storytime! Featuring: stories, rhymes and songs for all ages. Please register children and adults. Masks required for ages two and older.
Bring your preschooler to explore different artistic styles. Please wear clothes you don’t mind getting messy! Ages 3-5 with a caregiver. Registration is required.
Day and Night Time: 10:00am Participants: All Ages (recommended for K-2 students) Description: An exploration of shadows and how they relate to our experience of day and night. Focused on the mechanics of day and night and the Earth’s rotation. […]
PLAY TIME WITH A PURPOSE Little Leapers is a fun, high-energy play adventure, created for parents and little ones to enjoy together. You’ll love watching your child bounce, climb, and explore in a safe environment while interacting with similar age […]
Build early language and large motor skills through rhyme, songs, baby sign, and hands-on activities. Ages 6-24 months with caregiver. Registration is required. Please dress comfortably for the weather. If weather is inclement, we will move the event inside to the […]
Ages 0-15 months with caregiver/parent. We will share play, books, nursery rhymes and songs that you can duplicate at home to develop early literacy and motor skills.
Toddler Tales is an introduction to story time for toddlers and their parent/caregiver. The program is designed for children to experience literature through interactive play, songs and books while providing early literacy information to parents and caregivers. Register online, in […]
An early literacy-based storytime with stories, rhymes, songs, and more for littles (babies, toddlers, preschoolers) and their caregivers. Registration is only required for children attending in-person. Family Storytime is geared for ages 0-5. To view Family Storytime virtually, please join our Baby & Me Facebook […]
Toddler Tales is an introduction to story time for toddlers and their parent/caregiver. The program is designed for children to experience literature through interactive play, songs and books while providing early literacy information to parents and caregivers. Register online, in […]
Dress for mess and create art together using various supplies and mediums! This event is designed for child and caregiver participation. For ages 2-5. Separate registration is required for each date this event is held. We will follow the CDC […]
You asked, and we listened! Every Wednesday, we will offer Sensory Play Time from 11 AM - 1 PM without loud music and flashing lights! We want guests of all ages and needs to be able to enjoy time in […]
SENSORY PLAY WEDNESDAY Sensory Play Wednesday is designed for children with special needs to enjoy Surge Adventure Park every Wednesday from 11 AM – 1 PM without loud music or flashing lights! Offer is valid at participating Surge Adventure Parks […]
Portsmouth Public Library's Homeschool Meetup is back for the fall! We will be connecting in a hybrid (virtual and in person) format for this 6 week session. This winter we will be exploring the history, art, science, and literature of […]
January 26 marks the birthday of General Douglas MacArthur. During World War II and the occupation of Japan, MacArthur's birthday was a major ceremonial occasion. Following his return to the United States, an annual birthday dinner/SWPA reunion was held in […]
Join Homeschool Art Educator Allyson Cover in this 6-session spring class! Students will explore color theory, line and perspective in a fun and educational environment. For ages 8-13, meeting from 1pm to 3pm. Cost is $60 for Suffolk Art League […]
Ages 4-5, join us for early learning fun with a focus on STEAM elements as we explore picture books and create hands-on book based art, science, and math activities for your preschooler.
Launch into the Science of Flight and get ready to take off with this simple introduction to aerospace engineering and paper airplanes. 1/12 - K-2; 1/26 - Grades 3-5 Online registration required
This 2-2.5 hour tour brings you as close as possible to commonly observed species like acrobatic humpback whales and bottlenose dolphins, as well as an immense variety of seabirds and waterfowl. Tours typically run from mid-December to early March. Whale […]
Early release from school? No problem! The Virginia Beach Sports Center is now offering active classes to fill their afternoons. There is nothing better than knowing your child is enjoying a state-of-the-art facility and remaining active in safe, supervised environment […]
Adventure awaits! Join a new online Dungeons & Dragons campaign with other interested teens under the direction of an experienced Library Game Master. We utilize Roll20 and Discord to facilitate the virtual tabletop game and recommend that you run Roll20 on […]
More experienced young chess players up to age 18 can hone their skills with our volunteer instructor at half-hour weekly sessions. Registration is required; please call Williamsburg Regional Library at 757.741.3300, option 4 for more information or to sign up.
1/12: NO GROWN-UPS ALLOWED! Let's get messy, have fun, and make some marbled artwork! $35 + tax includes ceramic bowl & mug, paints, instruction, glazing and firing, snacks and fun! 1/26: NO GROWN-UPS ALLOWED! Let's get messy, have fun, and […]
Drop in at the James City County Library and work on a variety of crafts to spark your creativity, with something new every week.
Join us at Main Library for Girls Who Code! Girls and non-binary students will learn the basics of computer programming. Grades 3rd-5th meet every Thursday at 4:30 pm and grades 6th-12th meet every Wednesday at 4:30 pm. Questions or need […]
Skating & AYCE Pizza - $8, includes skate rental Weds 5:30 - 9; Sun 7 - 9:30PM
Love Legos? Learn new skills and practice skills through building challenges, games, and building with friends. All skill levels welcome! 1 in a series of 4 (plus a tournament!), but participants are welcome to join at any point in the series. For ages […]
Have you heard about Jump for Jesus at Surge Adventure Parks? Jump for Jesus allows you to jump from 6 PM – Close on Wednesday nights for only $8.99 per hour. Churches and youth groups are encouraged to use our […]
Join us on Wednesday, January 26 at 7 PM ET / 6 PM CT / 5 PM MT / 4 PM PT, as the bestselling and critically acclaimed author Malinda Lo discusses LAST NIGHT AT THE TELEGRAPH CLUB, winner of […]
