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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 10 hours of tabletop board games to play! Lots of games to choose from, or bring a game to share. Drop in and out throughout the day. Offered in partnership with Tidewater Area Gaming Society. Adults. Registration is not […]
Drop in for the purr-fect cat cafe pretend play experience! Play with fellow cat lovers, read to cat plushies, and create cafe beverage crafts. Ages 3-7. Registration is not required.
Upcycle a book into a vase, and make paper flowers to add to the book art, possibly as a unique gift for a mother figure. Teens, ages 12-18. Registration is required.
Its a paint party! Learn about paint pouring on your tiny canvas. Feel free to submit it for the Tiny Art Show. All supplies provided. Teens, ages 12-18. Registration is required.
In celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, join us to celebrate sakura (cherry blossom) season. We will discuss the history and cultural significance of sakura in Japan and then paint a scene of Fuji-san with sakura in […]
Its a paint party! Learn about paint pouring on your tiny canvas. Feel free to submit it for the Tiny Art Show. All supplies provided. Teens, ages 12-18. Registration is required.
Bring your preschooler to learn about Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math in this interactive program. Age 3-5 with caregiver. Registration is required.
Help your child on their journey to independent reading. Each meeting we will play games and incorporate different reading strategies to help your reader gain confidence, fluency and independence in reading. Ages 5-7. Registration is required.
Bring your preschooler to learn about Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math in this interactive program. Age 3-5 with caregiver. Registration is required.
Bring your preschooler to learn about Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math in this interactive program. Age 3-5 with caregiver. Registration is required.
Try out diamond painting with a keychain project. Diamond painting is like paint by numbers but with gems and sparkle! This is one of these crafts that is quick to learn and that can get you into a relaxing rhythm […]
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. 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. Registration is required.
Bring your preschooler to learn about Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math in this interactive program. Age 3-5 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 6-24 months with caregiver. Registration is required.
Bring your preschooler to learn about Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math in this interactive program. Age 3-5 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 a caregiver. Registration is required.
Its a paint party! Get creative with a tiny canvas, and go abstract. Feel free to submit it for the Tiny Art Show. All materials provided. Teens, ages 12-18. Registration is required.
Join us for this chess meetup for all skill levels, whether you're a Grandmaster or a beginner! This is a loosely structured program. If you know how to play, get started right away! If you are still learning, stop by […]
Its a paint party! Get creative with a tiny canvas, and go abstract. Feel free to submit it for the Tiny Art Show. All materials provided. Teens, ages 12-18. Registration is required.
Explore Science, Engineering, Technology, Arts and Math in this interactive program. Ages 8-10. Registration is required.
May's game spotlight is puzzles. Work together, and take on the challenge of solving jigsaw puzzles, and try different puzzles. Stimulate your brain, and relax at the same time. Teens, ages 14-18 and homeschool teens. Registration is required.
Central Library is raising butterflies! Get an up-close peek while we learn about life cycles. Plant your own butterfly garden starter kit out of dill! 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.
Bring your preschooler to explore different artistic styles. Please wear clothes you dont mind getting messy! Ages 3-5 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 […]
Learn some dry felting basics to make a simple keychain or creature. This is one of these crafts that is quick to learn and that can get you into a relaxing rhythm and meditative state. Just let the stress "felt" […]
New to Virginia Beach or want to learn more about your city? Visit Central Library for the opportunity to get your questions answered. Representatives from City departments like Aquariums, Parks & Recreation, Cultural Affairs and more will be available to […]
This is the super awesome threaded friendship bracelet making club! It is a nice way to relax and prepare for the new week. Learn a different pattern each session. This month's pattern: Chinese Ladder. Teens, ages 12-18. Registration is required. […]
Bring your preschooler to engage in exciting activities to develop an understanding of basic math concepts required for school readiness. Ages 3-5 with caregiver. Registration is required.
Do your little ones make big noises? No problem! Bring them along for this judgment-free book club for adults. Talk about books while your kids play. The book selection will be announced in advance.
Explore Science, Engineering, Technology, Arts and Math in this interactive program. Ages 5-7. Registration is required.
Explore Science, Engineering, Technology, Arts and Math in this interactive program. Ages 5-7. Registration is required.
Work together, and take on the challenge of solving jigsaw puzzles, and try different puzzles. Stimulate your brain, and relax at the same time. Teens, ages 12-18. Registration is required.
Get those fingers moving! Build eye/hand coordination skills and muscles in your childs hand. Practice skills like cutting with scissors, writing, and drawing with fun, festive activities. Age 2 with a caregiver. Registration is required.
Get those fingers moving! Build eye/hand coordination skills and muscles in your childs hand. Practice skills like cutting with scissors, writing, and drawing with fun, festive activities. Age 2 with a caregiver. Registration is required.
Come in for 1.5 hour of board games and video games. We will have the Retro Duo system to try some old school video games, plus some childhood classic board games. Teens, grades 14-18 and homeschool teens. Registration is not […]
Bring your babies to explore different artistic styles. Please come dressed in attire that can get messy. Ages 6-24 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 6-24 months with caregiver. Registration is required.
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 a caregiver. Registration is required.
Explore Science, Engineering, Technology, Arts and Math in this interactive program. Ages 5-7. Registration is required.
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 […]
Instead of a game that has the players competing against each other to be the winner, these games rely on teamwork where players work together to beat the game. Try games, like Hanabi, Pandemic, and Code Names. Teens, ages 14-18 […]
Drop in to explore a variety of fun kids crafts! Ages 3-11. Registration is not required.
Make new art while you make new friends! Join us for coloring club on the fourth Thursday of the month. We will have crayons, colored pencils, coloring sheets, blank paper, and fun music. Age 3-8 with caregiver. Registration is required.
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 […]
Learn how to play this traditional Chinese game. No experience necessary. It is like playing Gin Rummy with tiles! Family, ages 8 and up. Registration is required.