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Kindergarten Gear Up is a six-week library program that helps preschoolers develop key social and academic skills for a confident transition to Kindergarten. Through speaking, writing, reading, singing, and active play, children build independence while caregivers join separate sessions to […]
Quilts are works of art and they can also be living history! Join us for a no-sew quilting project and learn how quilts tell stories and preserve history. Ages 9-13. Registration is required.
Bring your babies to explore different artistic styles. Please come dressed in attire that can get messy. Ages 3-24 months with caregiver. Registration is required.
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.
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.
Explore Science, Engineering, Technology, Arts and Math in this interactive program. Ages 8-11. Registration is required.
Join us Thursday nights for teen-only activities. Enjoy anime, games, crafts, and more, with different selections each week. Showings change monthly and may be rated up to TV-14/PG-13. Age 12-18. Registration is not required; drop in anytime! This week: Dominoes! […]
Enjoy a warm and inviting space where you and your child can play and socialize with others in the community. Please note: This program is for both caregiver and child, and is not a structured program. Ages 3 to 24 […]
Explore Science, Engineering, Technology, Arts and Math in this interactive program. Ages 5-7. Registration is required.
Drop-in and hangout with us as we watch Coco (2017)! Please bring your own snacks. Rated PG. Children ages 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Get those fingers working! Build hand/eye coordination and muscles in your child's hand. Practice skills like cutting with scissors, writing, and drawing with fun learning activities. Ages 3-7 with caregiver. Registration is required.
Use your imagination to build creations out of stackable bricks and other materials. Grades K-5. Registration is not required.
Curious about Chinese mahjong? Learn how to play this traditional tile game. No experience necessary. Age 12+. Registration is required.
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 […]
Perform, create, and have fun! Join us to explore various art forms. Each class features a new skill, artist, artistic movement, or technique. 8-11. 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. […]
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.
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.
Kindergarten Gear Up is a six-week library program that helps preschoolers develop key social and academic skills for a confident transition to Kindergarten. Through speaking, writing, reading, singing, and active play, children build independence while caregivers join separate sessions to […]
Explore Science, Engineering, Technology, Arts and Math in this interactive program. Ages 5-7. 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 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 caregiver. Registration is required.
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.
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.
This program will be making puppets of all kinds and your child will be both creative and imaginative while creating their puppets. Ages 3-7 with caregiver. Registration is required.
Join us Thursday nights for teen-only activities. Enjoy anime, games, crafts, and more, with different selections each week. Showings change monthly and may be rated up to TV-14/PG-13. Age 12-18. Registration is not required; drop in anytime! This month: TBA […]
Enjoy a warm and inviting space where you and your child can play and socialize with others in the community. Please note: This program is for both caregiver and child, and is not a structured program. Ages 3 to 24 […]
Use your imagination to build creations out of stackable bricks and other materials. Grades K-5. Registration is not required.
Have you ever wanted to share your art, words or ideas in a mini-book? Come join us for a hands-on zine workshop. Zines are self-published print works that can be about anything! We will learn how to fold and assemble […]
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.
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.
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 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 caregiver. Registration is required.
Drop-in for a fun craft for your family to enjoy! All supplies are provided. Family. No registration required.
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.
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.
Join us for a Preschool hour of STEAM activities! We will be involved with one of the choices of STEAM activities. Science, Technology, Engineering, Art or Math. Ages 3-5 with a caregiver. Registration is required.
Join us Thursday nights for teen-only activities. Enjoy movies, games, crafts, and more, with different selections each week. Age 12-18. Registration is not required; drop in any time! This month's activity: Bedazzle Pumpkins Weekly Themes: 1st Thursday: Wild Card 2nd […]
Come join us for a fun nature-themed Storytime! Then, take a nature walk with Ms. Chelsea outside around the Joint-Use Library building to complete a scavenger hunt and collect a special sticker! Please check the weather and dress accordingly. In […]
Enjoy a warm and inviting space where you and your child can play and socialize with others in the community. Please note: This program is for both caregiver and child, and is not a structured program. Ages 3 to 24 […]
Use your imagination to build creations out of stackable bricks and other materials. Grades K-5. Registration is not required.
Join us for a fun and crafty Halloween activity! Decorate your own spooky Trick-or-Treat bag with all the fun crafting supplies provided. Please note: This is a social event for both caregiver and child, as opposed to a traditionally structured […]
Let's watch Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark and make a spooky craft. Celebrate Freedom to Read and watch the movie based on this challenged book. Rated PG-13. Teens age 12-18. Registration is required. This program is a part […]
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 […]
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. […]
Come make new friends, practice your STEAM skills, and build! Each program will feature a new challenge or contest. Ages 8-11. Registration required. All supplies provided.
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.
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.
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.
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 caregiver. Registration is required.