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Discover maps, artifacts, dioramas, colonial-era documents, fashion, and a battle timeline showcased in the Wallace History Room! Come explore the fascinating history they have uncovered for you! Visit the Wallace Memorial History Room on the second floor of Central Library. […]
Giraffes strut. Birds swoop. Gazelles leap. The entire Serengeti comes to life as never before. And as the music soars, Pride Rock slowly emerges from the mist. This is Disney’s The Lion King, making its triumphant return to Chrysler Hall!
Join us in celebrating mothers at our Mother’s Day Tea Tasting event from May 8th to May 10th, 2026, for $65.00 a person, and enjoy themed teas and a multi-course meal. Savor these teas: Mother’s Day Tea (by Harney and […]
Destress to be your best! Display your artistic talents in the Library's Tiny Art Show! Pick up a mini canvas at your local branch and then create your masterpiece. When completed, return it to your library so it can be […]
Fond of film? Grab some friends and come watch movies with us! Contact the branch for movie selection.
Guests and their family members with disabilities are invited to visit the Aquarium in a calm, comfortable, sensory-friendly environment. Explore at your own pace before we open the doors to the public! Families that have members with disabilities are invited […]
Experience a full body workout that utilizes a variety of equipment and exercise modalities to get the heart pumping and body burning. This balanced group workout is a mixture of cardio intervals and targeted resistance exercises that are adaptable to […]
Teens / High School Prom Dress Giveaway!
Use our target time to practice your archery skills. Participant must have completed a Parks & Recreation Archery class to participate in Target Time.
Paint the perfect decorative plate and mug set as a gift for someone special in your life. Each set includes one 7-inch ceramic plate and one 8 oz. ceramic mug. Recommended for children ages 4+ with some chaperone assistance. All attending adults […]
Although visitors cannot enter Newport News Shipyard due to security restrictions, this tour will feature many sites related to the shipyard, including Huntington Avenue, the tugboat Dorothy, the Apprentice School Dormitory, the Victory Arch and Victory Landing Park, the Yard […]
Learn to melt colorful glass sticks with a torch, spin the glass around metal rods, and form it into beads. Explore different bead shapes and color application techniques, too. This is a great class for beginners. Ages 12 + $52 […]
Make a blown or solid object of your choice. Create a blown ornament or sculptural bauble, or sculpt a solid object like a starfish or heart. Choose from an array of color options to make your object unique. Object availability […]
During this hands-on program, you will learn the basics of starting your campfire. In this program you will get hands on experience picking out fire starting materials, building the proper foundation, and starting your campfire. At the end of this […]
Join us in our Virginia Beach pottery studio and learn how to make your own customized ceramic mug from soft stoneware clay! We provide all the supplies and tools, expert-led instruction, and a small class size for personalized learning. After […]
Welcome to SEW UNIK STUDIO! Join us for a fun and informative class where you will learn how to thread your sewing machine, master sewing basics, and create your very own pillowcase. All materials provided and sewing machines available for […]
Get creative and social at our Glowing Botanical Vase Workshop! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn the basics of working with real dried flowers and greenery, applying them to a glass bud vase, and top with a beautiful glow under […]
This three-hour class is perfect for beginners! Choose a morning or afternoon session and work closely with glass instructors to select glass colors and design elements to personalize your glass artworks and gain great experience with molten glass. By the […]
Windsor Woods Library is turning 60 years old and you're invited to our celebration! We're so excited to celebrate the history of Windsor Woods with our community. This program is for all ages. There will be events happening throughout the […]
Guided trail rides are offered for individuals and groups throughout the fall, winter, and spring on Saturdays. Available September through May. *All trail rides must be paid in full at the time of reservation. *Must be at least 8 years […]
All aboard for a day of train‑tastic fun at the Historic Lee Hall Depot! Kids Run Trains (KRT) Model Train Club is bringing its hands‑on, Lionel Collectors Club of America–standard layout to Newport News—and it’s an experience you won’t find […]
School is back in session, and our Recharge Respite 2025-2026 season has officially begun! What is Recharge Respite? At Recharge Respite, we welcome school-aged children with special needs, along with their siblings, for a day at camp. We fill the […]
Join us for Mother's Day Weekend for terrarium building! May 9–10 | Hourly Reservations from Open to Close Celebrate the moms in your life with a hands-on experience designed to spark creativity and connection. Whether you're spending time with your […]
Set aside two days to become acquainted with the art of glassmaking. Learn basic techniques of working with molten glass and get to use all the tools yourself. This is the first class where students can gather (spool glass onto […]
Join our Master Gardeners to discover the "Magic in the Dirt" by starting a container garden from scratch. This interactive session focuses on the fun and art of the "Thriller, Filler, Spiller" method, teaching families how to transform tiny seeds […]
Join us for a fun Mommy and kiddo event! Our owner and cookie artist, McKenzie Knapp, will lead the class where participants will decorate cookies with piping, sprinkles, and more! Visit https://bit.ly/LDVBclasses to register! 10:30-12 session or 1-2:30 session $50 parent/child; $20 […]
Every Saturday from 11 until noon In The Parking Lot at Woodstock Skate Park I Teach Fundamentals of Skateboarding and It Is Building A Great Community. It’s Not A Class But A Meetup. Some people learn to push, some carve, […]
These clinics are for participants interested in improving their stroke techniques. Participants must be comfortable swimming one length of the pool (25 meters/yards) demonstrating some knowledge of the specified stroke and a rhythmic breathing pattern. Additionally, swimmers must be comfortable […]
Are you interested in creativity, service, or just having fun? Join the teen summer reading council hosted by JEB Little Creek MWR Libraries and help us to make the best summer reading program yet! We will be meeting on Saturday, […]
What do you want to make today? At Open Studio, all the art supplies are available for your artist to make anything they want, any way they want! Our facilitators are there to lend a hand with ideas, problem-solving, techniques […]
Unleash your inner artist at Chesapeake’s top-rated paint and sip studio — where creativity meets fun, beginner-friendly, and every night is a masterpiece in the making! Book your unforgettable experience today and discover why we're the #1 choice for paint […]
Happy Birthday Windsor Woods! Join Ryan the Balloon Guy as he makes some zany balloon creations you can take home! Registration is required.
A Drum Competition & Band Battle hosted by the Granby High School Band Boosters. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased at the door via cash, PayPal, Zelle, or Venmo. Participating Bands include Granby, Highland Springs, Green Run, Denbigh, Heritage, King's […]
Every Saturday Free entry Come on out and have some fun and learn some promos.
Spring season is in the air, let's explore our creativity using colorful palettes like the rainbow in this family fun basic painting class. Come explore your artist side and experiment with different mediums and techniques in a fun, enjoyable space […]
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 […]
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Enjoy a family-friendly movie with a patriotic theme as we celebrate America's 250 anniversary! All movies start at 1:00 pm. Saturday, May 9: April Morning , not rated, 2 hours An adaptation of Howard Fast's 1961 novel about a teenage […]
EXPLORE ARCHERY DAY A Youth Archery Carnival Experience Outdoor Archery Range Try Archery Styles * Games & Challenges * Fun for All Age WHO CAN JOIN? Children ages 7-18 can fully participate in archery activities. Children under 7 are welcome […]
Welcome to your Mom Era — where softness, strength, and self-care meet creativity. Mom Era Market is a curated celebration of motherhood in all its forms — the nurturing, the chaotic, the healing, the funny, and the deeply beautiful. This […]
Spend an afternoon at the Glass Studio melting solid glass rods over a torch to make marbles. Heat, gravity, and simple graphite tools bring your marbles to life. Once you have learned the basics of shaping clear glass, you can […]
Create beautiful flowers for Mothers Day out of colorful chenille stems. The perfect craft that everyone can make! Ages 9-14. Registration is required.
Join us for a hands-on DIY Salt Scrub workshop! Learn to blend natural salts and scented oils to create a personalized exfoliating scrub. Take home your custom jar and new self-care skills.
Discover the diversity of the natural world with Nature's Beauty Bingo! Together families will explore Lake Meade and its wonderful flora and fauna. Compete to see who can find the right native species first and win. For all ages.
Tweens and Teens, ages 10-17, join us in this dynamic and creative program designed for young crafters. Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, this class offers a fun and supportive environment to learn and enhance your crocheting skills. […]
Welcome Padawans and Jedi. Enjoy crafts, activities, bubbles, and more. May the Force be with you!
Learn the basics of embroidery in this flower-themed program! By using some beginner friendly stitches, create a floral design that you can bring home! Ages 12-18. Registration required.
Join us in our Virginia Beach pottery studio and learn how to make your own customized ceramic berry bowl from soft stoneware clay! We provide all the supplies and tools, expert-led instruction, and a small class size for personalized learning. […]
Use cookie cutters to shape clay charms and jewelry, glaze your favorites, and create up to 3 themed pieces—no experience needed. Clay Crafts: Mother's Day Edition Join Artesstry's Tess O'Malley for a fun evening of crafting with clay! You'll use […]
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. […]
ICONS: "Never Too Much" is a dynamic live concert-style show featuring powerhouse performances ICONS: "Never Too Much" is a dynamic live concert-style show featuring powerhouse performances honoring Phyllis Hyman, Luther Vandross, and Chaka Khan. This 90-minute production combines electrifying vocals, live […]
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 […]
We’re different after dark. Lasers, music and blacklight transform the whole park into a crazy jumping dance club. Waivers are required for all persons entering the park during Glow.
Over the course of the Tony award-winning musical, In the Heights, we encounter the many colorful residents of Washington Heights -- a New York City neighborhood on the brink of change. Usnavi, a first generation Dominican-American corner bodega owner, and his […]