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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 […]
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.
Practice your reading skills by sharing stories with a therapy dog. Bring your own book or choose one from our selection! Ages 5-11. Registration is required.
Bring your toddler to engage in exciting activities to develop an understanding of basic math concepts required for school readiness. Ages 2-3 with caregiver. 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 […]
Enjoy a small-group storytime designed to allow children to explore a variety of sensory experiences. While fun for all children, this program is appropriate for children with specialized sensory processing needs to explore sensory stimulation through stories, music, activities and […]
Citizen Science is a family program where we will be assisting scientists from around the world in collecting information from our own backyards. Learn how to collect data, use apps and websites to report data, and preview the newest addition […]
Bring your toddler to learn about Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math in this interactive program. This month we will be exploring the forest. Age 2 with caregiver. Registration is required. Because this class starts before regular library hours, a […]
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 […]
Join us for one last summer campout where we will read campfire stories, build tents and craft marshmallows to roast over the fire. Ages 3-7. Registration required.
Adventure awaits! Join an in-person Dungeons & Dragons campaign with other interested teens under the direction of an experienced Library Game Master. No prior experience required. On-going campaign, new players welcome! Ages 14-18. Registration is required.
Build early language and large motor skills through rhyme, songs, book sharing, and hands-on activities with your child. Ages 6-23 months with caregiver. Registration is required. Because this class starts before regular library hours, a staff member will let you […]
Build early language and large motor skills through rhyme, songs, book sharing, and hands-on activities with your child. Ages 6-23 months with caregiver. Registration is required.
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 […]
Come sing and rhyme with classic Mother Goose songs and fingerplays using puppets, instruments and more. Ages 3-24 months with caregiver. Registration is required.
Bring your child to learn about Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math in this interactive program. This month we will be exploring tide pools. Age 3-5 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. […]
Get those fingers moving! Build eye/hand coordination skills and muscles in your childs hand, as well as their confidence with using scissors, through fun cutting, trimming, and snipping activities. Ages 3-7 with caregiver. Registration is required.
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! September Themes: Week 1 - Movie Night Week 2 - Arts & […]
Join us for this preschool STEAM program where we will explore, build and create. Ages 3-5. 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 a caregiver. Registration is required. Because this class starts […]
Did you know that we have Neighborhoods INSIDE the children's room? Join for songs and stories that celebrate our neighborhood collections, learn where they are located, and what they contain. This month will be the Dinosaurs Neighborhood. Age 2. Registration […]
Practice your reading skills by sharing stories with a therapy dog. Bring your own book or choose one from our selection! Ages 5-11. Registration is required.
Learn about money and budgeting at our Art Mart! Participants will be given Art Mart bucks and a budget to buy the art supplies they would like to use to make their craft project. Ages 5-11. 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 […]
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 […]
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! September Themes: Week 1 - Movie Night Week 2 - Arts & […]
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 […]
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.
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 a caregiver. 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 […]
It's time for Baby Science! In this class, your baby will be introduced to basic science concepts to spark their imagination and curiosity. This month we will be exploring light and dark. Ages 3-24 months. Registration is required. Because this […]
Join us for Fall STEAM, where we will work collaboratively to use both low and high tech to rescue fairytales gone awry. Ages 8-11. Registration is required.
Build early language and large motor skills through rhyme, songs, book sharing and hands-on activities with your child. Ages 6-24 months with caregiver. Registration is required. Because this class starts before regular library hours, a staff member will let you […]
Build early language and large motor skills through rhyme, songs, book sharing and hands-on activities with your child. Ages 6-24 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 […]
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.
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 […]
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.
Enjoy a small-group storytime designed to allow your babies to explore a variety of sensory experiences. Caregivers, please plan to assist your child in safely exploring the materials and activities. Ages 12-24 months. Registration is required.
Explore Science, Engineering, Technology, Arts and Math in this interactive program. Join us this month as we explore simple machines before creating a Rube Goldberg machine. Ages 5-11. Registration is required.
This interactive program for two-year-olds combines favorite stories with hands-on building fun. Toddlers will explore early engineering skills using safe, simple materialsperfect for little hands and big imaginations. Grown-up participation required. Ages 2. Registration is required. Because this class starts […]
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 […]
Join us for stories and songs from around the world. This month we will be celebrating the start of Hispanic Heritage Month by learning about Peru! Ages 3-7. Registration is required. Because this class starts before regular library hours, a […]
Join us for Citizen Science, where we will work collaboratively to use both low and high tech to study clouds and make art inspired by our sky. Ages 9-13. Registration is required.
Build early language and large motor skills through rhyme, songs, book sharing and hands-on activities with your child. Ages 6-24 months with caregiver. Registration is required. Because this class starts before regular library hours, a staff member will let you […]
There are lots of ways to make music. Join us as we use a variety of instruments, our voices and our bodies. Feel free to bring in your own instruments from home. You will make your own instrument to take […]
Build early language and large motor skills through rhyme, songs, book sharing and hands-on activities with your child. Ages 6-24 months with caregiver. Registration is required.
There are lots of ways to make music. Join us as we use a variety of instruments, our voices and our bodies. Feel free to bring in your own instruments from home. You will make your own instrument to take […]