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A Taste of Camp with Girl Scouts! (Hampton Roads)

Multiple locations throughout Hampton Roads V

When you’re a Girl Scout, every adventure is an opportunity for unexpected experiences and newfound friendships. Choose a Discover Girl Scout event to attend and get started today!

Free

Coastal School 2026-2027 Registration now OPEN (Hampton)

Coastal School 347 Hampton Roads Ave., Hampton

Coastal School offers both 2-day and 4-day options for homeschool students in grades 1-12.  We provide a fully personalized curriculum that allows students to pursue areas of strength while growing in areas of weakness.  We'd love to connected with you!  […]

Ongoing

African American Military History | Activity HQ at MacArthur Memorial (Norfolk)

MacArthur Memorial 198 Bank St., Norfolk

Explore the history of African American heritage across 250 years of US military history. African Americans have served in the US Armed Forces from the earliest days of the country. From Crispin Attucks to Colin Powell, learn about the service […]

Free

Kiddie Craft at Willow Oaks Branch Library (Hampton)

Willow Oaks Branch Library 227 Fox Hill Rd, Hampton

Community: City of Hampton, VA join us weekly for a new craft. can't stay? take a kit home! Google Maps: https://maps.google.com/?cid=17253929017836534643

Just 2s Storytime at TCC Joint-Use Library (Virginia Beach)

TCC Joint-Use Library 1700 College Crescent, Virginia Beach

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 caregiver. Registration is required.

Toddler Storytime at Chesapeake Central Library (Chesapeake)

Chesapeake Central Library 298 Cedar Rd, Chesapeake

Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregivers. Please register each child. This program is for ages 1-2 years old.

Combined Rhyme Time at Kempsville Area Library (Virginia Beach)

Kempsville Area Library 832 Kempsville Road, Virginia Beach

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. Because this class starts before regular library hours, a staff member will let you […]

Combined Rhyme Time at MEO Central Library (Virginia Beach)

MEO Central Library 4100 Virginia Beach Blvd, Virginia Beach

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. Because this class starts before regular library hours, a staff member will let you […]

Drop-in Baby Rhyme Time Storytime at Great Neck Area Library (Virginia Beach)

Great Neck Area Library 1251 Bayne Drive, Virginia Beach

Bond with your infant and build early language skills through rhymes, repetition, and music. Your child will enjoy quality board books and one-on-one book sharing. Ages 3-12 months with caregiver. No registration required. Please note: Because this class starts before […]

Toddler Meet & Move

Toddler Meet & Move at Virginia Aquarium (Virginia Beach)

Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center 717 General Booth Blvd, Virginia Beach

Wednesdays | 9:30am-10:00am | South Building. Join us for a fun animal-based toddler program to learn a letter or number, read a story, and then meet and move like an animal ambassador. Included with your admission and FREE for Members!

included in cost of admission

Combined Preschool Storytime at Bayside Area Library (Virginia Beach)

Bayside Area Library 936 Independence Blvd, Virginia Beach

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.

Just 2s Storytime at TCC Joint-Use Library (Virginia Beach)

TCC Joint-Use Library 1700 College Crescent, Virginia Beach

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 caregiver. Registration is required.

Toddler Open Play at Oceanfront Area Library (Virginia Beach)

Oceanfront Area Library 700 Virginia Beach Blvd, Virginia Beach

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 […]

Nature Navigators (Norfolk)

Lafayette Park 3500 Granby Street, Norfolk

Norfolk Nature Navigators is a monthly FREE environmental education program designed for Norfolk homeschooled students, presented by Keep Norfolk Beautiful in partnership with Norfolk's Park Rangers, designed for homeschooled students 1st to 5th grade (ages 6-11/all ages welcome).Students participating in […]

Black History Month: Community Art Project at MEO Central Library (Virginia Beach)

MEO Central Library 4100 Virginia Beach Blvd, Virginia Beach

Throughout the month of February, contribute to our Black History Month: Community Art Project inspired by visual artist Raymond Saunders. Stop by Central Library's youth area and design a piece of art to add to our community-assembled art wall.

Just 2s Storytime at MEO Central Library (Virginia Beach)

MEO Central Library 4100 Virginia Beach Blvd, Virginia Beach

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.

3s Please Storytime at Princess Anne Area Library (Virginia Beach)

Princess Anne Area Library 1444 Nimmo Parkway, Virginia Beach

Build confidence and independence with an increased focus on more complex books, emphasizing alphabet and letter recognition, shapes, and hands-on activities. Age 3 with caregiver. Registration is required.

Storytime at Major Hillard Library (Chesapeake)

Major Hillard Library 824 Old George Washington Hwy N, Chesapeake

Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Preschool Story Time at Yorktown Youth Programs Room (Yorktown)

Yorktown Library 8500 George Washington Memorial Highway, Yorktown

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 February 9, […]

Toddler Tales at Tabb Library (Yorktown)

Tabb Library 100 Long Green Blvd, Yorktown

Toddler Tales is an introduction to story time for toddlers and their parent/caregiver. Registration is required for this event. Registration will open on February 9, 2026 @ 10:00am. This event uses combined registration. If you register for this event, you […]

Toddler Storytime at Chesapeake Central Library (Chesapeake)

Chesapeake Central Library 298 Cedar Rd, Chesapeake

Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregivers. Please register each child. This program is for ages 1-2 years old.

Family Storytime at Greenbrier Library (Chesapeake)

Greenbrier Library 1214 Volvo Parkway, Chesapeake

Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Combined Rhyme Time at Kempsville Area Library (Virginia Beach)

Kempsville Area Library 832 Kempsville Road, Virginia Beach

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.

“One” by Riddick Dance (Suffolk)

Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts 110 W. Finney Ave., Suffolk

  Combining live drumming, dynamic vocal performances, and uplifting stories, One creates an unforgettable experience filled with music, movement, and meaning. Featuring Arts for Learning's Riddick Dance Company.

Free

Babygarten at Lafayette Branch Library (Norfolk)

Lafayette Branch, Norfolk Public Library 1610 Cromwell Dr., Norfolk

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)  

Toddler Time at Pretlow Library (Norfolk)

Pretlow Branch Library 111 West Ocean View Avenue, Norfolk

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 […]

Lunchtime Theater at Major Hillard Library (Chesapeake)

Major Hillard Library 824 Old George Washington Hwy N, Chesapeake

January 7 Meet the Robinsons (2007), rated G The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe (2005), rated PG January 14 The Bad Guys (2022), rated PG Jumanji (1995), rated PG January 21 The Bad Guys 2 […]

Combined Preschool Storytime at Bayside Area Library (Virginia Beach)

Bayside Area Library 936 Independence Blvd, Virginia Beach

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 […]

Preschool Story Time at Yorktown Youth Programs Room (Yorktown)

Yorktown Library 8500 George Washington Memorial Highway, Yorktown

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 February 9, […]

Toddler Tales at Tabb Library (Yorktown)

Tabb Library 100 Long Green Blvd, Yorktown

Toddler Tales is an introduction to story time for toddlers and their parent/caregiver. Registration is required for this event. Registration will open on February 9, 2026 @ 10:00am. This event uses combined registration. If you register for this event, you […]

Falling for Fine Arts at Grissom Library (Newport News)

Grissom Library 366 DeShazor Drive, Newport News

Create art inspired by the works of David Drake, Clementine Hunter and Horace Pippin. For children ages 3-7. Registration is not required. Attendance will be managed on a first come, first served basis.

LEGO® Club at James City County Library

James City County Library 7770 Croaker Rd, Williamsburg

Calling all LEGO® engineers! Join us for 9 sessions of building your LEGO® engineering skills with our LEGO® Education SPIKE kits. These sessions are presented at an introductory level for kids ages 6-8. Registration is required; sign up online or by calling 757-741-3300, […]

Sensory Art Play

Sensory Art Play at Outside the Lines (Norfolk)

Outside the Lines Art Studio 617 Colonial Ave., Norfolk

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 […]

Winter Woodland Tree Walk at the Hermitage Museum (Norfolk)

Hermitage Museum & Gardens 7637 North Shore Road, Norfolk

Wednesday, 2/18 from 1:00pm – 3:00 pm Held at The Goode Family Visual Arts School $10 Members | $15 Non-Members learn more about memberships Does trying to name the trees in your own neighborhood overwhelm you? Don’t be daunted! Put on […]

$10 – $15

Once Upon a STEAM: Under Pressure at Poquoson Public Library (Poquoson)

Poquoson Public Library 500 City Hall Ave, Poquoson

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. Separate registration is required for each date.

Baby Paint at Oceanfront Area Library (Virginia Beach)

Oceanfront Area Library 700 Virginia Beach Blvd, Virginia Beach

Bring your babies to explore different artistic styles. Please wear clothes you dont mind getting messy! Ages 3 months- 24 months with caregiver. Registration is required.

Crafternoons at Kempsville Area Library (Virginia Beach)

Kempsville Area Library 832 Kempsville Road, Virginia Beach

Bring your craft, your supplies and your passion! Meet other crafters and creators, share your ideas and get new ones! Adults ages 18+. Registration is not required.

Exploring Your Genealogy with Ancestry at Pungo Blackwater Library (Virginia Beach)

Pungo Blackwater Library 916 Princess Anne Rd, Virginia Beach

Learn about the benefits of using Ancestry with your Virginia Beach Public Library card! We will cover the basics of getting started in your family research, building a family tree, and provide some searching tips as well. Adults. Registration is […]

Teen Tabletop Roleplaying Adventures at Kempsville Area Library (Virginia Beach)

Kempsville Area Library 832 Kempsville Road, Virginia Beach

Adventure awaits! Join an in-person Dungeons & Dragons campaign with other interested teens under the direction of an experienced Library Game Master. No prior experience required. On-going campaign, new players welcome! Ages 14-18. Registration is required.

YVCHR Volunteer Project – Special Olympics Bowling Session 3 at Bowlero York (Yorktown)

AMF York Lanes/ Bowlero York 4200 George Washington Memorial Highway, Yorktown

Youth volunteers will bowl with Special Olympians from January 7th to February 25th. Location: Bowlero Yorktown —formerly AMF York Lanes Details: Youth volunteers will be assigned to a lane at Bowlero York (formerly AMF York Lanes), where they’ll become “bowling […]

VBSPCA Tale for Two (Virginia Beach)

VBSPCA Tale for Two (Virginia Beach)

Virginia Beach SPCA 3040 Holland Road, Virginia Beach

On a weekly basis, the VBSPCA welcomes young readers to the shelter to read to our shelter animals for a memorable, educational experience By bringing young readers into our shelter, our adoptable cats and dogs benefit from the calm, positive […]

$7

Pawsitive Reading at Oceanfront Area Library (Virginia Beach)

Oceanfront Area Library 700 Virginia Beach Blvd, Virginia Beach

Practice your reading skills by sharing stories with a therapy dog. Bring your own book or choose one from our selection! Grades K-5. Registration is required.

LEGO Club at Tucker Library (Norfolk)

Richard A. Tucker Memorial Library 2350 Berkley Avenue Ext, Norfolk

Come show off your build skills every week with themed LEGO building challenges!

Inspired

Inspired at Blyden Branch Library (Norfolk)

Blyden Branch Library 897 East Princess Anne Road, Norfolk

Each Wednesday during this Black History Month, the youth will learn about different African Americans and create their own art inspired by them. Week 1: United We Stand Week 2: Baddies on the Mic' Week 3: Grandfather Time Week 4: […]

Free

Recreation Matters – Mentorship Program at Mary W. Jackson Neighborhood Center (Hampton)

Mary W Jackson Neighborhood Center 231 Lincoln Street, Hampton

Participants will participate in various activities, including mentoring, gaming, conflict resolution, and etiquette classes. Free Ages:6-17 The membership application must be completed and returned by the Parent/ Guardian. Please be sure the application is signed by the parent on the […]

Dungeons & Dragons: Intermediate at North Suffolk Library (Suffolk)

North Suffolk Library 2000 Bennets Creek Park Road, Suffolk

Ready to take on the demogorgon and fight the mouthbreathers? Meet new people and forge your own collective stories with them. Our intermediate Dungeons & Dragons group is a mini campaign series where your character will continue on missions between […]

LEGO Club at Tabb Library (Yorktown)

Tabb Library 100 Long Green Blvd, Yorktown

Join us for a fun, drop in LEGO time just for kids in PreK5th grade! Weve got tons of LEGO bricks, cool pieces, and a new theme each sessionbuild your own way or follow the theme. A creative, hands-on program […]

Sunset Babygarten at Pretlow Library (Norfolk)

Pretlow Branch Library 111 West Ocean View Avenue, Norfolk

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 […]

Teen Chef Club at Pearl Bailey Library (Newport News)

Pearl Bailey Library 2510 Wickham Ave, Newport News

Do you love to cook or want to learn how to make tasty things to share with your family and friends? Join our Teen Chef Club at Pearl Bailey Library! Each meeting we will have a different recipe or challenge, […]

Teen Time: Movie Night at Princess Anne Area Library (Virginia Beach)

Princess Anne Area Library 1444 Nimmo Parkway, Virginia Beach

Join us Wednesdays 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: 1 st Wednesday: Arts & Crafts 2 nd Wednesday: Gaming 3 […]

Teen Painting: Black History Month at Windsor Woods Area Library (Virginia Beach)

Windsor Woods Area Library 3612 South Plaza Trail, Virginia Beach

To highlight the important contributions that African Americans have made to society at large and specifically the arts, Windsor Woods Area Library invites you to learn about Jean-Michel Basquiat, a neo-expressionist artist. You will then have the opportunity to mimic […]

Stencils, Stripes and Stain Class at Vintage Vibe Home (Chesapeake)

Vintage Vibe Home 232 Centerville Turnpike N, Chesapeake

Stencils, Stripes and Stain ClassWednesday February 18th5:30 to 7:30ishLearn how to use water-based stain, paint crisp stripes and stencils using Dixie Belle products. Create your own design on a wood round for a one of a kind door hanger or […]

Dance Fusion Workout at Nike Park (Isle of Wight)

Nike Park 13036 Nike Park Road Carrollton, Isle of Wight

Wednesdays at 6:00 pm- 7:00 pm Nike Park Recreation Center $5 per class- Pay at the door Ages 12+ For more information, contact Janette Jeffrey at 757-356-0851

Introductory English for Language Learners at MEO Central Library (Virginia Beach)

MEO Central Library 4100 Virginia Beach Blvd, Virginia Beach

For non-native speakers of English. This is a FREE beginning-level class for speaking, reading, and writing English. Adults. Registration required. When you register you are registering for the series. The class is every Wednesday as listed in the drop down […]

Stitch and Bitch at 757 Creative Reuse Center (Norfolk)

757 Creative Reuse Center MacArthur Center 3000 Monticello Ave, Norfolk

Join us with your fiber craft of choice!Bring your knitting, crochet, needlework or hand sewing projects and join us for an evening of crafting and community in The Art Room. Feel free to bring drinks and snacks! Third Wednesday of […]

Manga and Anime Club at Poquoson Public Library (Poquoson)

Poquoson Public Library 500 City Hall Ave, Poquoson

Do you love to watch anime, read manga, or even draw characters? At Anime Club, we read and discuss manga, choose anime shows and movies to watch together, and play various games, do crafts, and other fun activities related to […]

MIG Welding 101 NFK at 757 Makerspace (Norfolk)

757 Makerspace Nfk 737 E. 23rd Street,, Norfolk

Learn the basics of MIG Welding in this introductory class. This workshop is for any DIY person who can work a hot-glue gun and is ready to move to metal work with a basic wire-feed or MIG (Metal inert gas) […]

$91

Phantom of the Universe at Michael and Kimthanh Lê Planetarium (Norfolk)

Michael and Kimthanh Lê Planetarium 4501 Elkhorn Ave at ODU, Norfolk

Open To: General Public Campus Community Students Faculty and Staff Alumni 6:30pm Doors open and tickets available 7:00-8:15pm Showtime Tickets: $5 From the journey of protons racing through the world's largest particle collider in Europe to up-close views of the […]

Ballet Virginia Heart + Soul at the Attucks (Norfolk)

Attucks Theatre 1010 Church Street, Norfolk

Ballet Virginia, Coastal Virginia's ballet company, presents contemporary and classical works by Artistic Director Lydia Roberts Coco, with a focus on hope and unity. Ms. Coco, a former principal dancer with the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, will tap into […]