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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 […]
Join us in January for a month-long celebration of coastal wildlife and nature, featuring a variety of engaging programs to embrace our coastal beauty. From workshops, trips, and excursions to movie night, trivia night, a keynote, and a guest speaker, […]
Sock Skating returns to the Children's Museum of Virginia! Head upstairs to the second floor and enjoy the sock skating “ice" rink, open for a limited time only. Free with admission.
Take the Downtown Story Trail on Hayden’s Lane in Smithfield featuring the award-winning picture book, Martin’s Big Words by Doreen Rappaport to celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr! The story walk will run from Saturday Jan 17 […]
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
Zoom to the library to celebrate author Tedd Arnold's birthday! Explore his buzz-worthy series, Fly Guy. Have a Fly-tastic time making themed crafts. They are available all day, while supplies last.
Enjoy stories, songs, and activities designed for young children ages 5 and under. Siblings of all ages are always welcome!
Registration for January's Kid Zone Play Day is now open! Spaces are limited, register your child today! Jan 22 and 23, 7am-6pm (schools closed, inservice day) Age 5-12, $20/day
Registration for January's Kid Zone Play Day is now open! Spaces are limited, register your child today! Jan 22 and 23, 7am-6pm (schools closed, inservice day) Age 5-12, $20/day
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 […]
No School Day & Parent's Time Off This drop off class is great for mommies, daddies or whoever wants a little break! Let your kids express their creativity while you enjoy some time to yourself. Your young artist will work […]
This interactive program for two-year-olds combines favorite stories with hands-on building fun. Toddlers will explore early engineering skills using safe, simple materialsperfect for little hands and big imaginations. Grown-up participation required. Ages 2. Registration is required. Because this class starts […]
Enjoy a warm and inviting space where you and your child can play and socialize with others in the community. Please note: This program is for both caregiver and child, and is not a structured program. Ages 3 to 24 […]
Enjoy a warm and inviting space where you and your child can play and socialize with others in the community. Please note: This program is for both caregiver and child, and is not a traditionally structured program. Ages 6 to […]
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 […]
Join the Community Care Fair focused on the well-being of our communities, which will be held at the TCC Portsmouth Campus on Friday, Jan. 23, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. The Community Care Fair will include a food drive […]
If your little one needs support expressing their feelings, articulating their needs, or regulating big emotions, you've come to the right place! Stories, puppet plays, self-regulation strategies, and play-based activities introduce simple ways for children and caregivers to navigate tough […]
Practice creative problem solving, and language skills while engaging in imaginative play! All materials are provided. Ages 3-5. Registration is not required. Registration is not required. Seating is limited. Programs that do not require registration are available on a first […]
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 Times are engaging programs centered on rhymes, music, movement and books. (Toddlers, Ages 2-3)
Just play with JEB Little Creek MWR Libraries every second and fourth Friday at 10:30 AM at the Library. Bring your pre-readers and join us for an hour of fun and educational free play. This program is recommended for children […]
Toddler Time is an engaging program centered on rhymes, music, movement and books. Note: The formal program lasts about 30 minutes. During the rest of the event, we will have crafting and free play time.
Bring your preschooler to explore different artistic styles. Please wear clothes you dont mind getting messy! Ages 3-5 with caregiver. Registration is required.
Join us on a ranger-led walking tour to explore the history of Fort Monroe. Learn about the establishment of the 3rd system, the role of the “Gibraltar of the Chesapeake” in local and national defense, and the diverse workforce constructing […]
Join a talented and award winning local chocolatier, Mary Griffith, to learn about the history of chocolate, where and how chocolate grows, and how it is harvested. Chocolate was a popular treat during colonial times. By the middle of the 18th century, hot […]
Juvenile Humpback Whales are known to take a break from their migrations in Virginia Beach and can be seen off Cape Henry! Join our staff as we learn about whale migrations and tendencies and keep an eye out for playful […]
If you can't make it to regular glow nights, this is your chance! Tickets are just $15, and parents can jump for FREE with a Little Leapers ticket (6 & under.) If you are over 6 you can have a […]
Weekly - Free Event - Open Play Come on out to Tower of Games - Virginia Beach for our Warhammer 40k Open Play day! Day of Week/Time Info: Every Friday from open to close! Entry Fee: Free! Format/Structure: Casual Play
Storytime in Foxy's Den is held Fridays from 11:15 a.m.-noon at Fox Hill Neighborhood Center, 65 Hall Road in Hampton. Story Time is geared for preschool children from ages 2 to 5. One or two stories will be read to […]
The Museum is actively under development and is now gearing up for our Holiday Display! We are working hard to create an exciting experience in model railroading for you. We currently have 10 operational layouts in all the major scales, […]
Stop by the children's area and fill out a speech bubble in response of Martin Luther King Jr's "I Have A Dream" Speech. These bubbles will be displayed in the children's area during January.
An apple a day keeps the doctor away. Bring your apples to this lecture to learn about some of the medical cases and curiosities that have been documented in Isle of Wight County. Retired nurse Kathy Mountjoy will cover medical […]
Join us on a ranger-led walk to explore and learn about some of the individually listed buildings on the National Register. Discover how these locations contribute the “building” of Fort Monroe “From the Ground Up.” Comfortable footwear and water are […]
Join Historic Interpreters Fallon Burner and Russell Reed for a living history program to learn how Virginia Indigenous people crafted dugout canoes. Featuring Craft Demonstrations, Artifact Reproductions & Interactive Activities The Fort Monroe Canoe Project is a year-long project to […]
Bring your craft, your supplies and your passion! Meet other crafters and creators, share your ideas and get new ones! Adults. Registration is not required.
Unlock new Sewing Skills! Learn how to do basic alterations on your finished garments!In this class, Mel will teach you how to execute basic alterations on your finished garments. Need to take in on the waist on pants? Wanna learn […]
Come and join our Crafty Book Fridays where we will have a Storytime based on a popular book, book series, or author followed by a themed craft. Ages 2-12 with caregiver. Registration is required.
Get ready for Slime Time! Join us for a fun, hands-on session where you can mix, stretch, and create your own custom slime. Registration is required for this event. Registration will open on January 12, 2026 @ 10:00am. This event […]
Join us in the library to learn and grow with crochet skills. Yarn and crochet supplies will be provided as Ms. Elyssa leads teens in making a beginner project. This will be a casual atmosphere, so no experience necessary to […]
Join us in our activity room every Friday night from 4PM-7PM for open Gundam TCG play! Learn to play or challenge your friends.Gundam TCG night is totally free and open to all.
Bring out your RWD drift cars and come have some fun on our indoor upstairs indoor RC drift track. $10 track fee for all day slides. Every Friday 5PM-8PM
Experience the FUN at Surge Adventure Park with the whole family! Every Friday from 5PM – 9PM we are offering a Family Package – 4 Jump Tickets & 4 Icee’s for $64.99. Any additional jumpers – $16.99 each. Offer is […]
Experience the FUN at Surge Adventure Park with the whole family! Every Friday from 5PM – 9PM we are offering a Family Package – 4 Jump Tickets & 4 Icee’s for $64.99. Any additional jumpers – $16.99 each. Offer is […]
Event Time | Every Friday from 5 pm to 10 pm Parent Drop-Off | 5 pm Parent Drop-Off for Teen SK8 Night will start no earlier than 5 pm. Parents (Must be 25 years or older) dropping skaters off for Teen […]
Nerf Night! Pizza provided–bring your own blasters! (Ages 8 to 13) Fri 5:30pm Amount: Member Price One Time: $15.00 Non-Member Price One Time: $20.00
We’re different after dark. Lasers, music and backlights transform the whole park into a crazy jumping dance club. Jump and dance the night away at our epic, neon party in the dark. SkySocks and waiver required. 2 hour sessions. […]
Join us for a cozy, hands-on afternoon at Cabin Fever Crafts—a winter-inspired crafting event perfect for all ages. Whether you’re looking to beat cabin fever or just want to sip cocoa while making something fun, we’ve got you covered! January 23:Mug […]
Join us in our Virginia Beach pottery studio and learn how to make your own customized ceramic platter from soft stoneware clay! We provide all the supplies and tools, expert-led instruction, and a small class size for personalized learning. After […]
Come create a beautiful moon shaped resin suncatcher. Just come in and fill our wood frame with bits and bobs to create your very own design! You can choose clear or a lightly tinted resin color and we can even […]
Gabby's Dollhouse Live! Presented by Walmart brings to life an exciting original story featuring incredible puppets, dynamic staging, a talented live show cast of singer-actor-puppeteers and songs from the beloved series, including "Hey Gabby," "You Can't Spell Meow Without Me," and "Sprinkle Party."
Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Winter Wildlife Speakers are being postponed as follows: Natalia Rojas, Special Guest Speaker, scheduled for Friday, January 23 ——> NEW DATE: Friday, February 20 from 5:30-7pm Joan Strassmann, Keynote Speaker, scheduled for Sunday, January 25 […]
Come on out to Seatack Rec Center and climb our 24 foot rock wall. All equipment is provided. No experience necessary. $15 registration fee Membership or day pass required
Parents, enjoy a well-deserved evening to yourselves with Parents' Night Out at the Virginia Beach Field House! Drop off your kids, ages 3 to 12, for a night packed with fun activities like field games, relay races, and more! We’ll […]
Get a taste of the physical and mental challenges of Olympic fencing with an introductory class! This one-hour class covers: a brief history of fencing as an Olympic sport the safety rules and about the protective equipment basic fencing stance […]
Drop by for an evening of art and conversation with local artist, Gretchen Boals. View her paintings, hear her inspiration, and enjoy light refreshments.
Come on out to Tower of Games - Virginia Beach for our Magic: The Gathering Weekly Draft Tournament! Day of Week/Time Info: Every Friday at 7:00pm! Sign-ups start from 6:30pm to 7:00pm. Entry Fee: $22.00 for Standard Sets. May vary […]
Light up your weekend with Club Air! Join us every Friday and Saturday for a night of dance music, fun with friends, and JUMPING on trampolines! This time is best for Big Air jumpers (over 46”) and over 9 years […]
*CALL 757-771-9905 OR EMAIL US AT [email protected] TO BOOK AN EARLIER TIME* Release your inner artist at Wine and Design! This fun family friendly activity is perfect for all ages. You will splash, squirt, and throw paint at your canvas to create […]
The affluent, African-American LeVay family is gathering at their Martha’s Vineyard home for the weekend, and brothers Kent and Flip have each brought their respective ladies home to meet the parents for the first time. Kent’s fiancée, Taylor, an academic […]
In one of Shakespeare’s most beloved romantic pastoral comedies, we follow the young heroine Rosalind from the court of her vindictive uncle, Duke Frederick, into the Eden-like Forest of Arden, where her banished father is living in exile. In order […]
Book and Lyrics by Peter Kellogg Music by David Friedman Weekends January 16 – February 1, 2026 Fridays & Saturdays at 8pm, Sundays at 2:30pm A modern musical spin on Shakespeare’s Measure for Measure, Desperate Measures gallops into the Wild […]
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Virginia Beach. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Neo-Soul Favorites ft. Songs by Prince, Childish Gambino, & More […]