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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.
Looking for a fun craft? Stop by the Children's Department to create your own masterpiece. Crafts are available while supplies last.
Looking for a fun craft? Stop by the Children's Department to create your own masterpiece. Crafts are available while supplies last.
Say goodbye to summer and help prepare the vegetable garden for growing fall crops. Learn about what grows as the weather gets cooler and how to extend Virginia's growing season past the first frost.
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.
Make your own buttons with JEB Fort Story MWR Libraries on Monday, September 28 from 10 AM to 4:30 PM at One Stop. You can draw something silly, cool, or creative and then turn it into a real button to […]
Dive into the science of floating and sinking!
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 […]
Storytime for families means fun for all! Join us for a traditional Storytime experience with a focus in early literacy, new storytellers, and special themes each week! All are welcome but with a focus on Toddlers through Pre-school (Ages 2-5).
Homeschool moms, bring the kiddos to build and explore with us every Monday. Meet Homeschool Meetup at Bricks and Minifigs Chesapeake Join us every Monday starting September 14th from 12 PM to 2 PM for a homeschool meetup designed just […]
Embark on a Pokemon Adventure! Bring your own deck or choose from one of our pre-built options, and learn to battle and strategize at any skill level. No trading or selling cards at this program.
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
Build all sorts of structures with our Lincoln Logs, Power Clix, Lego Blocks and more!
Curious about yoga? Learn movement and mindfulness skills in a playful class taught by a Registered Yoga and Children's Yoga Teacher. Bring a yoga mat or towel and wear comfortable clothes.
Express yourself with a multitude of craft supplies at your fingertips and get to know your fellow crafters! Different, weekly themes will encourage new ideas.
a { text-decoration: none; color: #464feb; } tr th, tr td { border: 1px solid #e6e6e6; } tr th { background-color: #f5f5f5; } Unleash your creativity at LEGO Club. Whether you like to follow a plan with Lego kits, or […]
Play your way through a set of math-oriented games with a game passport to win a prize. Presented by Mathnasium. Ages 5-11 years old. Registration is required.
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. […]
Hang out, play the card game, and make a craft! Bring your Pokemon cards and games to trade, battle, and more with other local players. Ages 9-13. Registration is not required.
Adventure awaits! Join an ongoing Dungeons & Dragons adventure with other interested teens led by a Library Game Master. No prior experience required, new players welcome! All supplies and character sheets will be provided. Grades 6-12. Registration is required.
"Do you like basketball, soccer and swimming? Then try water polo. This clinic will introduce you to the basic skills and rules of water polo. Prerequisites: Participants must be comfortable swimming in the deep end. Recreation Center Membership or day […]
In this class, we will create bat masks using foam sheets and add adorable details using acrylic paint and glitter glue pens. We will use a template to trace and cut out bat shapes that fit your face perfectly and […]
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 - 14