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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!

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Family Storytime at Willow Oaks Branch Library (Hampton)

Willow Oaks Branch Library 227 Fox Hill Rd, Hampton

Community: City of Hampton, VA join us for themed stories, packets, and dancing! ages 2-5 Google Maps: https://maps.google.com/?cid=17253929017836534643

Peaceful Painting at Phoebus Branch Library (Hampton)

Phoebus Branch Library 1 South Mallory Street, Hampton

Community: City of Hampton, VA note: due to the main library's temporary closure this program has moved to the phoebus branch.all skill levels are welcome, and all supplies are provided. create a different artwork every week, mostly paintings with the […]

Combined Rhyme Time at TCC Joint-Use Library (Virginia Beach)

TCC Joint-Use Library 1700 College Crescent, Virginia Beach

Build early language and large motor skills through rhyme, songs, book sharing, and hands-on activities with your child. Ages 3-24 months with caregiver. Registration is required.

Combined Rhyme Time at TCC Joint-Use Library (Virginia Beach)

TCC Joint-Use Library 1700 College Crescent, Virginia Beach

Build early language and large motor skills through rhyme, songs, book sharing, and hands-on activities with your child. Ages 3-24 months with caregiver. Registration is required.

Just 2s Storytime at Kempsville Area Library (Virginia Beach)

Kempsville Area Library 832 Kempsville Road, 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. Because this class starts […]

Preschool Science at MEO Central Library (Virginia Beach)

MEO Central Library 4100 Virginia Beach Blvd, Virginia Beach

Bring your preschooler to learn about Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math in this interactive program. Age 3-5 with caregiver. Registration is required.

Just 2s Storytime at Pungo Blackwater Library (Virginia Beach)

Pungo Blackwater Library 916 Princess Anne Rd, Virginia Beach

Boost independence and develop social skills using writing activities, basic concepts (i.e., colors, shapes, letters, etc.), large muscle movements, and social-emotional learning opportunities focusing on the whole child. Age 2 with a caregiver. Registration is required.

Babygarten at Poquoson Public Library (Poquoson)

Poquoson Public Library 500 City Hall Ave, Poquoson

Ages 0-15 months with caregiver/parents. We will share books, nursery rhymes and songs that you can duplicate at home to develop early literacy and motor skills. Playtime to follow.

Toddler Storytime at Williamsburg Library

Williamsburg Regional Library 515 Scotland St, Williamsburg

Toddler Storytime is a storytime program designed for toddlers aged 18 months to 3 years and their caregivers, featuring brief stories, rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and other activities. Space is limited; pick up a free ticket at the Youth Services desk […]

Free

On My Own at TCC Joint-Use Library (Virginia Beach)

TCC Joint-Use Library 1700 College Crescent, Virginia Beach

Designed for newly independent preschoolers, this storytime features books, rhymes and literacy-based activities that will help prepare your child to enter school ready to read. Ages 4-5 without caregiver in storytime room. Registration is required.

Baby Lapsit Storytime & Baby Stay & Play at James City County Library

James City County Library 7770 Croaker Rd, Williamsburg

Baby Lapsit Storytime is a storytime program especially for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers. This storytime includes 15 minutes of songs, fingerplays, and lap games. This storytime will feature the same songs and activities every week; […]

Free

Preservation Studio at Chesapeake Central Library (Chesapeake)

Chesapeake Central Library 298 Cedar Rd, Chesapeake

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 […]

Toddler Open Play at Princess Anne Area Library (Virginia Beach)

Princess Anne Area Library 1444 Nimmo Parkway, 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 […]

Preschool 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 […]

Preschool Story Time at Tabb Library (Yorktown)

Tabb Library 100 Long Green Blvd, 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 December 29, […]

Preschool Storytime at Chesapeake Central Library (Chesapeake)

Chesapeake Central Library 298 Cedar Rd, Chesapeake

Preschoolers and their caregivers will enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs while growing your love of reading. Please register each child. This program is for ages 3-5 years old.

Preschool Science at Bayside Area Library (Virginia Beach)

Bayside Area Library 936 Independence Blvd, Virginia Beach

Bring your preschooler to learn about Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math in this interactive program. Ages 3-5 with caregiver. Registration is required.

Baby Bookworms at Yorktown Youth Programs Room (Yorktown)

Yorktown Library 8500 George Washington Memorial Highway, Yorktown

Baby Bookworms is a story time program for the very young. We explore literacy tips, read a story, sing songs, participate in finger play and conclude with a parenting topic and free play each week. Registration is required for this […]

Move & Groove at Greenbrier Library (Chesapeake)

Greenbrier Library 1214 Volvo Parkway, Chesapeake

Come move & groove at the library! Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. A perfect place to shake, shimmy, and smile together!

Just 2s Storytime at Grissom Library (Newport News)

Grissom Library 366 DeShazor Drive, Newport News

We combine components of early literacy--reading, writing, singing, talking, and playing--in this highly interactive storytime. We use engaging books, songs, and activities to help develop the skills needed for school readiness. For children aged 2, with a parent or caregiver. […]

Just 2s Storytime at Main Street Library (Newport News)

Main Street Library 110 Main Street, Newport News

We combine components of early literacy--reading, writing, singing, talking, and playing--in this highly interactive storytime. We use engaging books, songs, and activities to help develop the skills needed for school readiness. For children aged 2, with a parent or caregiver. […]

Just 2s Storytime at Kempsville Area Library (Virginia Beach)

Kempsville Area Library 832 Kempsville Road, 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.

Preschool Science at MEO Central Library (Virginia Beach)

MEO Central Library 4100 Virginia Beach Blvd, Virginia Beach

Bring your preschooler to learn about Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math in this interactive program. Age 3-5 with caregiver. Registration is required.

STEAM in Color: Dinosaur Fossil Making at North Suffolk Library (Suffolk)

North Suffolk Library 2000 Bennets Creek Park Road, Suffolk

Ready for messy art fun with minimal cleanup required? Little ones can create their own masterpieces while exploring the science or art behind each activity and strengthening their fine motor skills. Registration required. For ages 2-5. Schedule of events: January […]

Jr. Naturalist Program at Princess Anne Area Library (Virginia Beach)

Princess Anne Area Library 1444 Nimmo Parkway, Virginia Beach

Come discover the local wildlife of Virginia Beach with your young Nature Pals! Each month we will explore a different group of animals in this free grownup and me program for ages 3-7. One outdoor session at the Princess Anne […]

Babygarten at Little Creek Branch Library (Norfolk)

Little Creek Branch, Norfolk Public Library 7853 Tarpon Place, 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 and caregivers.

Babygarten at Van Wyck Branch Library (Norfolk)

Van Wyck Branch, Norfolk Public Library 1368 De Bree Ave., 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. Note: The formal program lasts about 30 minutes. During the rest of the time, babies […]

Baby Bookworms at Yorktown Youth Programs Room (Yorktown)

Yorktown Library 8500 George Washington Memorial Highway, Yorktown

Baby Bookworms is a story time program for the very young. We explore literacy tips, read a story, sing songs, participate in finger play and conclude with a parenting topic and free play each week. Registration is required for this […]

Preschool Story Time at Tabb Library (Yorktown)

Tabb Library 100 Long Green Blvd, 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 December 29, […]

Drop-In Just 2s Storytime at Great Neck Area Library (Virginia Beach)

Great Neck Area Library 1251 Bayne Drive, 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 not required.

Combined Preschool Storytime at Windsor Woods Area Library (Virginia Beach)

Windsor Woods Area Library 3612 South Plaza Trail, 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 […]

Combined Preschool Storytime at Pungo Blackwater Library (Virginia Beach)

Pungo Blackwater Library 916 Princess Anne Rd, 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.

On My Own at TCC Joint-Use Library (Virginia Beach)

TCC Joint-Use Library 1700 College Crescent, Virginia Beach

Designed for newly independent preschoolers, this storytime features books, rhymes and literacy-based activities that will help prepare your child to enter school ready to read. Ages 4-5 without caregiver in storytime room. Registration is required.

Preschool Storytime at Main Street Library (Newport News)

Main Street Library 110 Main Street, Newport News

Early literacy skills, such as vocabulary and understanding the narrative, are reinforced as children enjoy this interactive storytime for school preparedness. Parents and caregivers are welcome to come in and observe, as we encourage children to attend and participate independently. […]

Preschool Storytime at Grissom Library (Newport News)

Grissom Library 366 DeShazor Drive, Newport News

Early literacy skills, such as vocabulary and understanding the narrative, are reinforced as children enjoy this interactive storytime for school preparedness. Parents and caregivers are welcome to come in and observe, as we encourage children to attend and participate independently. […]

Babygarten at Jordan-Newby Anchor Branch Library (Norfolk)

Jordan-Newby Anchor Branch Library at Broad Creek 1425 Norchester Ave., 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)

Raising Readers Storytime at Willow Oaks Branch Library (Hampton)

Willow Oaks Branch Library 227 Fox Hill Rd, Hampton

Community: City of Hampton, VA join us for an after school storytime exploring the differences between fact and fiction. each week will include a fiction and non-fiction book. Google Maps: https://maps.google.com/?cid=17253929017836534643

Preschool Storytime at Chesapeake Central Library (Chesapeake)

Chesapeake Central Library 298 Cedar Rd, Chesapeake

Preschoolers and their caregivers will enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs while growing your love of reading. Please register each child. This program is for ages 3-5 years old.

Books & (Coffee) Brews at Oceanfront Area Library (Virginia Beach)

Oceanfront Area Library 700 Virginia Beach Blvd, Virginia Beach

Join us at Oceanfront Area Library to enjoy a casual chat over coffee about popular books. Talk about titles you like and hear what others enjoy. Adults. Registration is not required.

Peaceful Painting at Phoebus Branch Library (Hampton)

Phoebus Branch Library 1 South Mallory Street, Hampton

Community: City of Hampton, VA note: due to the main library's temporary closure this program has moved to the phoebus branch.all skill levels are welcome, and all supplies are provided. create a different artwork every week, mostly paintings with the […]

Free Vision Screening at Poquoson Public Library (Poquoson)

Poquoson Public Library 500 City Hall Ave, Poquoson

The Poquoson Lions Club will provide free vision screenings at the library for ages 6 months to 6 years old. The screening is useful in detecting vision issues for young children so that it does not impede their early learning […]

Woodburning at Princess Anne Area Library (Virginia Beach)

Princess Anne Area Library 1444 Nimmo Parkway, Virginia Beach

Learn the basics of pyrography! Then use these new skills to burn a design into wood. All supplies are provided. Ages 12-18. Registration is required.

Teen Time: Crochet at Kempsville Area Library (Virginia Beach)

Kempsville Area Library 832 Kempsville Road, Virginia Beach

Join us Tuesday nights for teen-only activities. Enjoy movies, games, crafts, and more, with different selections each week. Ages 12-18. Registration is not required, drop in any time! Weekly Themes: 1 st Tuesday: Book Talks 2 nd Tuesday: Skill Building/STEM […]

Sunset 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 […]

Creation Station at Tabb Library (Yorktown)

Tabb Library 100 Long Green Blvd, Yorktown

Join us for a fun, hands-on hour of crafting! This months theme: Air-dry clay crafts! Registration is required for this event. Registration will open on January 5, 2026 @ 10:00am. This event is for registrants grade Kindergarten to 5th Grade.

Puzzle Mania! at Kempsville Area Library (Virginia Beach)

Kempsville Area Library 832 Kempsville Road, Virginia Beach

Come join us for an afternoon of relaxation, socializing and cozy winter puzzle-piecing! Work as a team, with a partner or alone! There will be an assortment of 300 piece jigsaw puzzles laid out on tables and ready to go. […]

Dragon Quest at Greenbrier Library (Chesapeake)

Greenbrier Library 1214 Volvo Parkway, Chesapeake

Brave the dragon's lair! Kids, ages 6-14, will embark on a fantasy quest to teach dragons to breathe fire, locate the dragon's treasure, and soar through STEAM activities. Adventure awaits!

Drawing Club at James City County Library

James City County Library 7770 Croaker Rd, Williamsburg

Like drawing? This club is for you! Come for fun drawing games and exercises in a relaxed environment. For ages 6-11. Space is limited; register online or by calling 757-741-3300, option 4.

Free

Dragon Quest Appreciate a Dragon at Greenbrier Library (Chesapeake)

Greenbrier Library 1214 Volvo Parkway, Chesapeake

Brave the dragon's lair! Kids, ages 6-14, will embark on a fantasy quest to teach dragons to breathe fire, locate the dragon's treasure, and soar through STEAM activities. Adventure awaits!

Free

Teen Gaming at Yorktown Meeting Room (Yorktown)

Yorktown Library 8500 George Washington Memorial Highway, Yorktown

Hang out and unwind with Nintendo Switch, PS5, Wii, board, and card games. This program is for 6th-12th graders.

STEAM Challenge- Ski Lift at Windsor Woods Area Library (Virginia Beach)

Windsor Woods Area Library 3612 South Plaza Trail, Virginia Beach

The ski lift broke! Can you design and craft a new lift to carry the people up the mountain? Ages 8-11 Registration is not required. Seating is limited. Programs that do not require registration are available on a first come, […]

Teen Time: STEAM! at Oceanfront Area Library (Virginia Beach)

Oceanfront Area Library 700 Virginia Beach Blvd, Virginia Beach

Join us Tuesday nights for teen-only activities. Enjoy movies, games, crafts, and more, with different selections each week. Ages 12-18. Registration is not required, drop in any time! Weekly Themes: 1st Tuesday: Gaming 2nd Tuesday: STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, […]

STEM Explorers at Morgan Memorial Library (Suffolk)

Morgan Memorial Library 443 W. Washington Street, Suffolk

Get ready to explore and learn! Each session we focus on a different Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) theme with a variety of fun, related activities. For elementary ages. Schedule of event: January 13 at Morgan Memorial February 24 […]

Teen Spades Night at Berkley Community Center (Norfolk)

Berkley Community Center 121 W Liberty St, Norfolk

Whether you’re a spades pro or just learning the game, this is the perfect chance to hang out, make new friends, and enjoy some classic card fun. Bring your game face and get ready for a fun night!

Community Game Night at Bold Mariner Brewing Company (Norfolk)

Bold Mariner Brewing Company 1901 East Ocean View Avenue, Norfolk

Come out for a free monthly community night at Bold Mariner. it's a family friendly event to make some trades, battle some foes or rip and sip. BRING YOUR BINDERS, DECKS, PLAYMATS. TRADE POKEMON CARDS WITH OTHER COLLECTORS. BATTLE YOUR […]

Youth Art Gallery Reception at Princess Anne Area Library (Virginia Beach)

Princess Anne Area Library 1444 Nimmo Parkway, Virginia Beach

Come view fresh artwork from local students here in our community! Each month, one of our local schools will display artwork from their students and we invite you to celebrate their art. During the reception, attendees will learn how to […]

BINGO Night at Tabb Library (Yorktown)

Tabb Library 100 Long Green Blvd, Yorktown

O-66...clickety click! Join us for a free BINGO night at Tabb Library. Enjoy multiple rounds of friendly competition and good natured banter. Registration is required as seats are limited. Each round winner gets to select a prize from our awesome […]

25 Mics Open Mic Night at Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center (Newport News)

Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center 2410 Wickham Ave, Newport News

Calling all talented individuals, aspiring performers, and lovers of good vibes! Experience the magic of our free month open mic night at 25 Mics. It's a family-friendly event where the community gathers to celebrate local talent. Whether you're a budding […]