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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, […]
This fall at Cullipher Farm, we continue our Little Farmers Classes with a fall twist: learn about all the fall things happening on the farm.
Join us for our Paddington’s Tea event from September 25-27, 2026, for $65.00 a person and enjoy a multi-course meal with themed teas. Enjoy themed teas: Garden Party Green Tea Orange Spice Herbal London Fog Black Tea English Toffee Black […]
Accessibility Hour is when the Kempsville branch of the library will be open an hour outside our normal operating hours on the last Friday of the month in order to better serve youth with special needs and their families. Accommodations […]
Whisk up some fun for National Cooking Day! Enjoy a delightful, animated adventure filled with food, friendship, and big dreams. This family-friendly film is rated G and has a runtime of 111 minutes.
Learn about competing in Virginia History Day with Portsmouth Public Library! This opportunity is open to children in 4th- 12th grade. Call 757-393-8501 or email whitela@portsmouthva.gov for more information.
1-2-3 Play With Me is a playgroup and fun-filled program experience for children ages 1-3, parents, and caregivers. Each program includes a visit from a local childhood-development expert as well as free play, an art activity, circle time and resources […]
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 fall, we will be learning about nature and sustainability! We will meet […]
Must have a Norfolk Recreation Membership to join We’re back! Homeschool Recreation at Titustown returns Friday, Sept. 4! Join us every Friday from 1–2 p.m. for interactive games, fitness activities, and skill‑building fun. Keep kids moving, laughing and learning, all […]
Join us as we learn all about How to Make a Comic. Children will learn the elements of a comic and how to map out their story while making their own to take home! This program is in reflection of […]
Perfect for homeschoolers! All are welcome! Join us to use your imagination and learn how to create 3D designs with special 3D Pens! Tweens, ages 9-13. Registration is required.
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
Bring your deck and get ready to battle. Gundam TCG Night is every Friday from 4PM-7PM! Gamers play in a constructed deck format and prizes are available for the winners. Entry fee is $5 per player. Good luck and see […]
Bring your young reader and meet members of the ODU community for a read-aloud story hour and activity.
Designed for struggling readers, kids can read to non-judgemental therapy dogs to develop confidence in their reading skill
Get messy, get creative, and make art without limits! Teens will experiment with acrylics, mixed media, splatter techniques, pour painting, spin art, and more while exploring color, texture, and self-expression. Materials provided. Please wear clothes and shoes that can be […]
Whether you’re a seasoned dungeon master, a casual card slinger, or just curious to see what it’s all about—this space is yours. Bring your crew, host your own game, or join others at the table. Featuring open tables for Dungeons […]
Parents do you need some time for yourself or a date night and someone to take care of the kids, we got you covered! Come to Seatack recreation where your kids can be safe, have fun, do craft, game activities […]
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.
Parents, do you need some time for yourself or a date night and someone to take care of the kids, we got you covered! Come to Seatack recreation where your kids can be safe, have fun, do craft, game activities […]
Friday's activities cancelled. Saturday and Sunday's Playground has been moved indoors. Test your skills with cornhole, giant Jenga, connect four, chess, and checkers…Dance it out to our house DJ or paint a masterpiece to take home from The Mermaid […]
Age 11-16yr 11m $0 Get ready for an exciting gaming showdown on the big screen! Challenge your friends, show off your skills, and compete for an amazing prize. The winner will take home a prize basket fit for a gamer! […]
$10 cash or cards, $20 max for families Age 8-14 STAFF LED 5 MIN GAME ROTATIONS TURF AND FUTSAL QUICK FUN MATCHES
Skating is back! Beginners and pros alike will enjoy skating under sparkling colored lights to popular music provided by a disc jockey. With almost 7,000 square feet of skating area, there’s plenty of room for general skating, special games and […]
Skating is back! Beginners and pros alike will enjoy skating under sparkling colored lights to popular music provided by a disc jockey. With almost 7,000 square feet of skating area, there’s plenty of room for general skating, special games and […]
TEENS: Calling all teens ages 13-16 to join us for an evening packed with non-stop fun and delicious pizza.Take your gaming skills to the next level as you dive into exciting video game activities and tabletop adventures. Whether you're into […]
Complete nighttime walking tours and activities, sleepover glamping-style in the Rose Garden Hall ballroom, then enjoy an early bird walk and a light breakfast before the Garden opens the next morning. Restricted to children ages 8+ with chaperone attendance. All attending […]
GAMES! MOVIES! PIZZA! FRIENDS! & MORE! GET READY FOR *ADVENTURE! * SLEEP UNDER THE STARS! EAT PLAY SLEEP REPEAT!★
Age 11-15yr 11m Teens are invited to put away their phones unleash their inner child and compete in exciting inflatable fun time.
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 […]
If you’re gonna play, might as well play all you want. 💥 Join us the last Friday of each month from 7pm-10pm for our monthly All-You-Can-Play laser tag night. $30 per person & as many arena runs as you can handle. This is your night to go big, […]
Join us every Friday night from 7:30-9:30 pm for open gym, available to members and nonmembers ages 5 and up! $15 per person, registration is available through our portal.
Between the Lines is an empowering and enchanting story for anyone who has struggled to find their place in the world. An outsider in a new town and a new school, Delilah seeks comfort in the pages of her favorite book, […]