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Voted #1 Butterfly House and Garden by USA TODAY 10BEST! Open: June 14 - September 30 Our Summer Butterfly House offers an up-close look at native butterflies in a vibrant, enclosed habitat filled with nectar-rich plants. Originally a temporary exhibit in 2009, […]
Join us for a day of fun and adventure at one of our beautiful Girl Scouts of the Colonial Coast camps. Learn about our programs, plus get a free patch and activity kit to take home!
Drop into Greenbrier Library and check out the many vibrant paintings by members of Elizabeth River Artists.
Being an art master takes creativity, innovation, and imagination. Practice your skills or learn a new one with this at-home art kit. Decorate your own candle using candle wax. For high schoolers. Art Master Antics kits can be picked up August […]
The Summer is almost over and school is starting back up. Soak up a little more summer with some cool activities and crafts inside the See Ya Summer Kit. Activities are geared toward elementary ages, younger audiences may require caregiver […]
Being an art master takes creativity, innovation, and imagination. Practice your skills or learn a new one with this at-home art kit. Make a masterpiece with sharpies, alcohol, and canvas. For high schoolers. Art Master Antics kits can be picked up […]
Looking for a fun craft? Stop by the Childrens Department to create your own masterpiece. Crafts are available while supplies last.
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 […]
The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is now offered year-round at the Suffolk Visitor Center Pavilion! The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is a hometown favorite, and features fresh locally grown fruits and vegetables, baked goods, meats and eggs, jams and jellies, honey, pickles, […]
The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is now offered year-round at the Suffolk Visitor Center Pavilion! The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is a hometown favorite, and features fresh locally grown fruits and vegetables, baked goods, meats and eggs, jams and jellies, honey, pickles, […]
Get ready for a full day of music, culture, food, and family fun at the VA Rhythm & Roots Festival 2026 and don’t miss our raffle giveaway over $1,000 in gift cards, drawn every hour from 12 p.m. to 6 […]
The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is now offered year-round at the Suffolk Visitor Center Pavilion! The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is a hometown favorite, and features fresh locally grown fruits and vegetables, baked goods, meats and eggs, jams and jellies, honey, pickles, […]
The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is now offered year-round at the Suffolk Visitor Center Pavilion! The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is a hometown favorite, and features fresh locally grown fruits and vegetables, baked goods, meats and eggs, jams and jellies, honey, pickles, […]
The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is now offered year-round at the Suffolk Visitor Center Pavilion! The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is a hometown favorite, and features fresh locally grown fruits and vegetables, baked goods, meats and eggs, jams and jellies, honey, pickles, […]
The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is now offered year-round at the Suffolk Visitor Center Pavilion! The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is a hometown favorite, and features fresh locally grown fruits and vegetables, baked goods, meats and eggs, jams and jellies, honey, pickles, […]
The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is now offered year-round at the Suffolk Visitor Center Pavilion! The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is a hometown favorite, and features fresh locally grown fruits and vegetables, baked goods, meats and eggs, jams and jellies, honey, pickles, […]
The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is now offered year-round at the Suffolk Visitor Center Pavilion! The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is a hometown favorite, and features fresh locally grown fruits and vegetables, baked goods, meats and eggs, jams and jellies, honey, pickles, […]
The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is now offered year-round at the Suffolk Visitor Center Pavilion! The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is a hometown favorite, and features fresh locally grown fruits and vegetables, baked goods, meats and eggs, jams and jellies, honey, pickles, […]
The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is now offered year-round at the Suffolk Visitor Center Pavilion! The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is a hometown favorite, and features fresh locally grown fruits and vegetables, baked goods, meats and eggs, jams and jellies, honey, pickles, […]
The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is now offered year-round at the Suffolk Visitor Center Pavilion! The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is a hometown favorite, and features fresh locally grown fruits and vegetables, baked goods, meats and eggs, jams and jellies, honey, pickles, […]
The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is now offered year-round at the Suffolk Visitor Center Pavilion! The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is a hometown favorite, and features fresh locally grown fruits and vegetables, baked goods, meats and eggs, jams and jellies, honey, pickles, […]
The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is now offered year-round at the Suffolk Visitor Center Pavilion! The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is a hometown favorite, and features fresh locally grown fruits and vegetables, baked goods, meats and eggs, jams and jellies, honey, pickles, […]
The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is now offered year-round at the Suffolk Visitor Center Pavilion! The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is a hometown favorite, and features fresh locally grown fruits and vegetables, baked goods, meats and eggs, jams and jellies, honey, pickles, […]
The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is now offered year-round at the Suffolk Visitor Center Pavilion! The Suffolk Farmers’ Market is a hometown favorite, and features fresh locally grown fruits and vegetables, baked goods, meats and eggs, jams and jellies, honey, pickles, […]
Bring water and a mat. **A limited supply of mats will be available for use. Reservations encouraged, walk-ups are welcome. Click HERE to reserve your spot. Contact us in advance for reasonable accommodations. A Virginia Beach Recreation Membership is NOT […]
Lend a helping hand to maintain our vegetable and pollinator gardens. Every day is a different task - watering, weeding, planting, harvesting, pest control, and nutrients.
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 […]
Enjoy a small-group storytime designed to allow children to explore a variety of sensory experiences. While fun for all children, this program is appropriate for children with specialized sensory processing needs to explore sensory stimulation through stories, music, activities and […]
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 […]
Want to grow your green thumb? Then join us for some time in the garden. Pull weeds, water, harvest, learn something new, and meet new people. This is an outdoor, weather-dependent program.
The volcano is rumbling! Can your team solve clues, conquer challenges, and escape ancient Pompeii before time runs out? This family friendly program is inspired by the popular I Survived book series.
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 […]
Join us for creative and imaginative play at the Yorktown Library. This is an open program for children to drop in with their caregivers and play and socialize with other families in the community.
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.
Places to go, people to see! Babies are busy bees! Join us for an open sensory play time where your baby can explore and learn. For ages 0-1 year old.
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.
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. […]
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.
Pop into a bubbly good time! Little ones ages birth–2 will enjoy a gentle storytime filled with songs, movement, and plenty of bubbles. Perfect for early learners and their caregivers to share smiles, sounds, and sensory fun together! Registration is […]
Come join us as educators and volunteers offer themed animal interactions inside one of the Zoo’s classroom spaces. Our Little Zoo program offers our guests an intimate look at our animal ambassadors with station-based learning. This program is open to […]
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 NOT required, but it will be a first come, first served program. Participants can pick […]
Unleash your imagination, create unique crafts, and make a splash with NSA HR – Northwest MWR Aquatics. Join us at the Northwest Annex Outdoor Pool for our Take-it Make-It craft event on Monday, August 24 from 12 to 3 PM. […]
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 […]
Practice your reading skills by sharing stories with a therapy dog. Bring your own book or choose one from our selection! Ages 5-7. Registration is required.
Choose your Pokemon deck to play other Trainers. Learn to build decks and strategize. Bring your own deck or borrow one of ours. All skill levels welcome. No trading of cards at this event.
Come have fun with LEGO building blocks! Use a blueprint or let your imagination run wild. (Ages 6-12)
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 […]
Big ideas start small! Preschoolers and kindergartners can experiment and problem-solve with STEAM activities specially designed for our littlest learners.
Drop-in and hangout with us as we watch The Wild Robot (2024)! Please bring your own snacks. Rated PG. Children ages 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
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. […]
Enjoy a poolside movie and snacks, while cooling off in the pool. Amount: Member Price One Time $5.00 Non-Member Price One Time $10.00
Citizen Science is a family program where we will be assisting scientists from around the world in collecting information from our own backyards. Learn how to collect data, use apps and websites to report data, and preview the newest addition […]
The first part of this session is an orientation and provides a complete demonstration of the MakerBot Sketch 3D printer. The second half of this session is certification which allows you to demonstrate your knowledge and skills on the printer. […]
Come down to Bayside Area Library and gather with peers to write based on the prompt of the session. Get that creativity flowing! Ages 12-18. Registration required.
A night of spoken word poetry at 110 Gallery and art on display at Art Central in Phoebus. Art Central Gallery is located at 118 Mellen Street, and the 110 Gallery is located at 110 E. Mellen Street. Monday, August […]
Monday, August 24, 2026 from 5:30pm - 7:00pm at Fort Monroe! Ages 8 to 18 are welcome! African Landing Commemoration would not be complete without traditional West African Drumming!! Join Hampton's own, The DAY Program for a youth West African […]
Join us with your favorite project in hand
Create your very own masterpiece by following easy step-by-step instructions. Juice and a light snack will be provided. All painting supplies are included in the class fee. $25 Age 8 - 15
Do you like basketball, soccer and swimming? Then try water polo. This clinic will introduce you to the ball handling skills used in water polo. Participants must be deep water safe. Recreation Center Membership or day pass is required for […]
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 […]
Enjoy a relaxing evening on the Lafayette River while taking in a one of a kind sunset - our favorite way to watch a sunset in Hampton Roads! We launch 75 minutes prior to sunset and paddle as a group […]
Experience an awe-inspiring picture book about the origin and advancement of humans, from a #1 New York Times bestselling author. Come and experience an outdoor, projected reading of “The History of We” read by author and #1 New York Times […]
Enjoy a relaxing evening on the Lafayette River while taking in a one of a kind sunset - our favorite way to watch a sunset in Hampton Roads! We launch 75 minutes prior to sunset and paddle as a group […]
Enjoy a relaxing evening on the Lafayette River while taking in a one of a kind sunset - our favorite way to watch a sunset in Hampton Roads! We launch 75 minutes prior to sunset and paddle as a group […]
Enjoy a relaxing evening on the Lafayette River while taking in a one of a kind sunset - our favorite way to watch a sunset in Hampton Roads! We launch 75 minutes prior to sunset and paddle as a group […]