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Moving in Space

Summer Performer
2022-06-21 16:00:00 2022-06-21 17:00:00 America/New_York Moving in Space Put on your dancing shoes and join us for this modern dance workshop infused with other dance styles. This program is for students in grades 6-12. Registration is required. Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room

Tuesday, June 21
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2022-06-21 16:00:00 2022-06-21 17:00:00 America/New_York Moving in Space Put on your dancing shoes and join us for this modern dance workshop infused with other dance styles. This program is for students in grades 6-12. Registration is required. Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room

Major Hillard Library

Meeting Room

Put on your dancing shoes and join us for this modern dance workshop infused with other dance styles. This program is for students in grades 6-12. Registration is required.

Join instructor Joppa Whitehead to explore what space is and develop knowledge of rhythm, spatial concepts, patterns, sequence, and relationships. 

Joppa Whitehead trained with Andrei Yemelianov at Academie De Ballet, where she performed Variations from Markintanka, Swan Lake, and Giselle. She also competed, receiving High Gold performing a variation from Don Quixote. In 2009 she joined Virginia Ballet Theatre, where she performed in The Nutcracker, Graduation Ball, La Sylphide, and Paquita, as well as two original pieces by Joni Petre Scholtz. Alongside VBT, she was also able to dance with Todd Rosenlieb Dance Company, which is a Hawkins and Graham based Modern company, where she worked with former Eric Hawkins company member, Todd Rosenlieb and former Alvin Ailey member Ricardo Melendez.

Click here to learn more about Joppa Whitehead or Arts for Learning.

 

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Major Hillard Library
Phone: (757) 382-1923
Hours

Major Hillard Library

Mon, May 05 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, May 06 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, May 07 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, May 08 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, May 09 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, May 10 10:00AM to 5:00PM
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Elizabeth River Artists
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Service Dog Storytime
Wed, May 14, 10:15am - 10:45am
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Toddler Storytime
Wed, May 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
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Math and Reading Help
Wed, May 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregivers. Please register each child. Open to ages 1-2.
Magic and Mentalism with Sean McKenzie - Older Americans Month
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Reading Help
Wed, May 14, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
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Elizabeth River Artists
Thu, May 15, All day
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Innovation Studio Classes - Orientation for Creative Device - Cricut
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Thu, May 15, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
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This event is full
Lego Club
Thu, May 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Build, explore, discover and create with Legos. Weekly themes, challenges and free building for ages 5 and up.
STEAM-Ventures
Thu, May 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Swing by to enjoy Lego Club, STEAM programs, Crazy 8s, and Tech Time on a rotating basis. Every week is something new around here!
Yadas Online Book Club - The Briar Club by Kate Quinn
Thu, May 15, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
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Elizabeth River Artists
Fri, May 16, All day
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Cancelled
Pre-school STEAM-Ventures
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Crafting Club: Cat Toys for a Cause - National Pet Month
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Ready Readers
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Paws 2 Read
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Manga Drawing Workshop - Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month
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Cancelled
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Memory Lab - Orientation Session
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Painting with Mr. Fuertes
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Find your new favorite artists! The local group, Elizabeth River Artists, are displaying pieces in watercolor, oil, pastel and mixed media.
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Looking for a fun craft to do? Stop by the children's room and make an animal craft! Available while supplies last.
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Mon, May 19, 9:00am - 7:00pm
Greenbrier Library - First Floor
Calling all animal lovers to assist the Chesapeake Animal Shelter Unit's Supply Drive! Visit the Wish Tree throughout the month of May to find an item to purchase and donate.
Rescheduled
Garden Days
Mon, May 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm
New date Monday, May 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library
Meet me in the garden! Spring is here, and it is time to prepare the community garden for a new season. Learn about preparing and planning a spring garden.
Friends of the Library Book Sale - Book Sale
Mon, May 19, 10:00am - 7:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor
Find your next fascinating read or thrilling Video at out monthly book sale. Choose from a selection of books, audio books, and DVDs at bargain prices.
Baby and Toddler Storytime
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Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Featuring: stories, songs, and fun! Ages 6-24 months with caregiver
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Mon, May 19, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
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Mon, May 19, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Please register each child. Ages: 0-1 year old.
Registration opens Monday, May 12 2025 at 9:00am
Monday Morning Movies - The Super Mario Bros. Movie (2023)
Mon, May 19, 10:30am - 1:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Start your day with a mid-morning blast of action, adventure, live-action, or comedy. We'll be serving up a weekly smorgasbord of reels sure to delight die-hard movie goers.
Garden Days
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Meet me in the garden! Spring is here, and it is time to prepare the community garden for a new season. Learn about preparing and planning a spring garden.
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Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
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Mon, May 19, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Indian River Library - Conference Room
Learn the basics of using a smartphone. Topics will include powering on and off, texting, apps, taking photos, shooting video, and wireless printing in the library from your phone.
Math Help
Mon, May 19, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Need help with homework or work on math skills? We can help with counting, money, comparing & ordering numbers, multiplication facts, & more. Grades 2-3.
This event is full
Muse Mondays
Mon, May 19, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
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.
Memory Lab - Orientation Session
Mon, May 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Memory Lab
Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Memory Lab equipment. Please only sign up for one session. All other appointments for the lab will be made with staff.
Math Help
Mon, May 19, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Need help with homework or work on math skills? We can help with counting, money, comparing & ordering numbers, multiplication facts, & more. Grades 4-5.
The Sizzle Squad
Mon, May 19, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Indian River Library - Conference Room
Join a support group focused on Women's health issues. We'll share tips and stories for embracing life's different phases with understanding and compassion.
Elizabeth River Artists
Tue, May 20, All day
Russell Memorial Library - Art Wall
Find your new favorite artists! The local group, Elizabeth River Artists, are displaying pieces in watercolor, oil, pastel and mixed media.
Greenbrier Artist of the Month
Tue, May 20, All day
Greenbrier Library - Art Wall
Immerse yourself in the Tone e. Rome retrospective, "30 Years of Cute." Tone e. has created a world of creatures and characters where joy, curiosity, and subtle defiance coexist.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, May 20, 9:30am - 10:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.
Friends of the Library Book Sale - Book Sale
Tue, May 20, 10:00am - 7:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor
Find your next fascinating read or thrilling Video at out monthly book sale. Choose from a selection of books, audio books, and DVDs at bargain prices.
Memory Lab - Orientation Session
Tue, May 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central Library - Memory Lab
Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Memory Lab equipment. Please only sign up for one session. All other appointments for the lab will be made with staff.
Cancelled
Move & Groove
Tue, May 20, 10:15am - 10:45am
Greenbrier Library
Enjoy a fun way to develop early literacy skills in your children with music, dancing, singing, stories and exploration of simple musical concepts. Ages 0-6.
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Tue, May 20, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun! Ages 6 - 24 months with caregiver.
Move and Groove - National Pet Month
Tue, May 20, 10:15am - 10:45am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Enjoy a fun way to develop early literacy skills in your children with animal-themed music, dancing, singing, stories and exploration of simple musical concepts. Open to ages 0-6.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, May 20, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Preschoolers and their caregivers will enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs while growing your love of reading. Please register each child. Open to children ages 3-5.
Registration opens Tuesday, May 13 2025 at 9:00am
Toddler Storytime
Tue, May 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, May 20, 11:15am - 11:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Preschoolers and their caregivers will enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs while growing your love of reading. Please register each child. Open to children ages 3-5.
Registration opens Tuesday, May 13 2025 at 9:00am
Deep Creek Reads - Book Club
Tue, May 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Conference Room
Love to share book recommendations with others and enjoy reading a variety of different genres? This book club is for you! Read any book that fits your interests and discuss it with the group.
Innovation Studio Classes - Orientation for Creative Device - MakerBot
Tue, May 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined
Learn how to use a MakerBot 3D printer.
Elizabeth River Artists
Wed, May 21, All day
Russell Memorial Library - Art Wall
Find your new favorite artists! The local group, Elizabeth River Artists, are displaying pieces in watercolor, oil, pastel and mixed media.
Greenbrier Artist of the Month
Wed, May 21, All day
Greenbrier Library - Art Wall
Immerse yourself in the Tone e. Rome retrospective, "30 Years of Cute." Tone e. has created a world of creatures and characters where joy, curiosity, and subtle defiance coexist.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, May 21, 9:15am - 9:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregivers. Please register each child. Open to ages 1-2.
Registration opens Wednesday, May 14 2025 at 9:00am
Family Storytime
Wed, May 21, 9:30am - 10:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Friends of the Library Book Sale - Book Sale
Wed, May 21, 10:00am - 7:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor
Find your next fascinating read or thrilling Video at out monthly book sale. Choose from a selection of books, audio books, and DVDs at bargain prices.
Wellness Vendor Fair Pop-up - Older Americans Month
Wed, May 21, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Campostella Square Park - 2019 Windy Rd, Chesapeake, VA 23324
Flip the script on aging and see what resources the library provides to seniors, their families, and caregivers. We will be at various locations along with other agencies and would love to see you.
Family Storytime
Wed, May 21, 10:15am - 10:45am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Storytime
Wed, May 21, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, May 21, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregivers. Please register each child. Open to ages 1-2.
Registration opens Wednesday, May 14 2025 at 9:00am
Family Storytime
Wed, May 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, May 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Indian River Library - Main Area
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.
Math and Reading Help
Wed, May 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Have fun while working on math and reading. We will reinforce kindergarten and first grade math and reading skills. Grades K-1.
This event is full
Toddler Storytime
Wed, May 21, 11:15am - 11:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregivers. Please register each child. Open to ages 1-2.
Registration opens Wednesday, May 14 2025 at 9:00am
Google Documents Basics
Wed, May 21, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Indian River Library - Conference Room
Get comfortable with Google Docs! Learn how to use its features for creating, renaming, editing, downloading, and printing documents.
Notes from the Silk Road: Chinese Cultural Presentation - Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Wed, May 21, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Experience the vibrant world of Chinese culture through live performances, festive dances, and a glimpse at the family traditions and customs that have shaped China for centuries.
Reading Help
Wed, May 21, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Have fun while working on reading comprehension. We will reinforce phonetic skills, vocabulary, fluency and comprehension. Grades: 2-3.
This event is full
Orientation or 1-on-1 Session - Makerspace
Wed, May 21, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1
Schedule a Sewing, Cricut, or Media Lab Orientation. Need personalized guidance? Book a one-on-one session with a staff member to learn about a specific machine, software, or project.
This event is full
Reading Help
Wed, May 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Have fun while working on reading comprehension. We will reinforce phonetic skills, vocabulary, fluency and comprehension. Grades: 4-5.
Teen Inspiration Station
Wed, May 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Drop-in after school to mess around with tech and things like video games, recipes, and more.
Novel Ladies Book Club
Wed, May 21, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Book lovers, do you want to discover friends you haven't met yet? Gather as we talk about books and the plots, characters, and themes that make each novel a unique work of art!
Elizabeth River Artists
Thu, May 22, All day
Russell Memorial Library - Art Wall
Find your new favorite artists! The local group, Elizabeth River Artists, are displaying pieces in watercolor, oil, pastel and mixed media.
Greenbrier Artist of the Month
Thu, May 22, All day
Greenbrier Library - Art Wall
Immerse yourself in the Tone e. Rome retrospective, "30 Years of Cute." Tone e. has created a world of creatures and characters where joy, curiosity, and subtle defiance coexist.
Music Makers
Thu, May 22, 10:00am - 10:45am
Central Library - Small Meeting Room
Let loose at this fun and interactive music class designed for preschoolers to explore the joys of sound, rhythm, and melody through singing, clapping, dancing, and playing simple instruments.
Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 9:00am
Friends of the Library Book Sale - Book Sale
Thu, May 22, 10:00am - 7:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor
Find your next fascinating read or thrilling Video at out monthly book sale. Choose from a selection of books, audio books, and DVDs at bargain prices.
Baby & Toddler Storytime
Thu, May 22, 10:15am - 11:15am
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Begin your little one's lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing and play along. Featuring: stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun! Ages 6-24 months with caregiver.
Garden Days
Thu, May 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library
Meet me in the garden! Spring is here, and it is time to prepare the community garden for a new season. Learn about preparing and planning a spring garden.
Orientation or 1-on-1 Session - Makerspace
Thu, May 22, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1
Schedule a Sewing, Cricut, or Media Lab Orientation. Need personalized guidance? Book a one-on-one session with a staff member to learn about a specific machine, software, or project.
This event is full
Innovation Studio Classes - Orientation for Creative Device - Glowforge
Thu, May 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined
Learn how to use a Glowforge Laser Cutter.
STEAM-Ventures
Thu, May 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Swing by to enjoy Lego Club, STEAM programs, Crazy 8s, and Tech Time on a rotating basis. Every week is something new around here!
Creative Writing
Thu, May 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Do you want to try your hand at writing a fictional narrative? Learn what makes a story engaging for an audience and discover the ways various writers have approached the craft.
Notes from the Silk Road - Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Thu, May 22, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Experience the vibrant world of Chinese culture through live performances, festive dances, and a glimpse at the family traditions and customs that have shaped China for centuries.
Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 9:00am
Elizabeth River Artists
Fri, May 23, All day
Russell Memorial Library - Art Wall
Find your new favorite artists! The local group, Elizabeth River Artists, are displaying pieces in watercolor, oil, pastel and mixed media.
Greenbrier Artist of the Month
Fri, May 23, All day
Greenbrier Library - Art Wall
Immerse yourself in the Tone e. Rome retrospective, "30 Years of Cute." Tone e. has created a world of creatures and characters where joy, curiosity, and subtle defiance coexist.
Friends of the Library Book Sale - Book Sale
Fri, May 23, 10:00am - 5:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor
Find your next fascinating read or thrilling Video at out monthly book sale. Choose from a selection of books, audio books, and DVDs at bargain prices.
Bilingual Storytime
Fri, May 23, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Let’s go on a bilingual language adventure combining books and songs in English and Spanish. All ages welcomed. No registration is required.
Flex Friday
Fri, May 23, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Calling all teens and tweens! If you enjoy crafting, games, music and more join us for weekly activities that spark creativity.
Senior Singles: Online Dating Demystified - Older Americans Month
Fri, May 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Indian River Library - Conference Room
Learn about the do’s and don’ts of online dating in a safe space with your peers. Senior Services of Southeastern Virginia will also be in attendance!
Elizabeth River Artists
Sat, May 24, All day
Russell Memorial Library - Art Wall
Find your new favorite artists! The local group, Elizabeth River Artists, are displaying pieces in watercolor, oil, pastel and mixed media.
Greenbrier Artist of the Month
Sat, May 24, All day
Greenbrier Library - Art Wall
Immerse yourself in the Tone e. Rome retrospective, "30 Years of Cute." Tone e. has created a world of creatures and characters where joy, curiosity, and subtle defiance coexist.
Friends of the Library Book Sale - Book Sale
Sat, May 24, 10:00am - 5:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor
Find your next fascinating read or thrilling Video at out monthly book sale. Choose from a selection of books, audio books, and DVDs at bargain prices.
The Sewcial Club - Makerspace
Sat, May 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1,Creative Spaces 2,Creative Spaces 3,The Gallery
Are you looking for a creative space to stitch, socialize and sharpen your social skills? Join The Sewcial Club where community members of all skill levels come together to learn, create, and connect.
Artist Meet & Greet
Sat, May 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Indian River Library - Meeting Room
Come say hi to Desiree! Here's your chance to snap a photo, get an autograph, and share a moment with the artist.
Greenbrier Artist of the Month
Sun, May 25, All day
Greenbrier Library - Art Wall
Immerse yourself in the Tone e. Rome retrospective, "30 Years of Cute." Tone e. has created a world of creatures and characters where joy, curiosity, and subtle defiance coexist.
Friends of the Library Book Sale - Book Sale
Sun, May 25, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor
Find your next fascinating read or thrilling Video at out monthly book sale. Choose from a selection of books, audio books, and DVDs at bargain prices.
Greenbrier Artist of the Month
Mon, May 26, All day
Greenbrier Library - Art Wall
Immerse yourself in the Tone e. Rome retrospective, "30 Years of Cute." Tone e. has created a world of creatures and characters where joy, curiosity, and subtle defiance coexist.
Family Storytime
Mon, May 26, 11:15am - 11:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Orientation or 1-on-1 Session - Makerspace
Mon, May 26, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1
Schedule a Sewing, Cricut, or Media Lab Orientation. Need personalized guidance? Book a one-on-one session with a staff member to learn about a specific machine, software, or project.
This event is full
Elizabeth River Artists
Tue, May 27, All day
Russell Memorial Library - Art Wall
Find your new favorite artists! The local group, Elizabeth River Artists, are displaying pieces in watercolor, oil, pastel and mixed media.
Greenbrier Artist of the Month
Tue, May 27, All day
Greenbrier Library - Art Wall
Immerse yourself in the Tone e. Rome retrospective, "30 Years of Cute." Tone e. has created a world of creatures and characters where joy, curiosity, and subtle defiance coexist.
Interactive Wish Tree: National Pet Month
Tue, May 27, 9:00am - 7:00pm
Greenbrier Library - First Floor
Calling all animal lovers to assist the Chesapeake Animal Shelter Unit's Supply Drive! Visit the Wish Tree throughout the month of May to find an item to purchase and donate.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, May 27, 9:30am - 10:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.
Memory Lab - Orientation Session
Tue, May 27, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central Library - Memory Lab
Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Memory Lab equipment. Please only sign up for one session. All other appointments for the lab will be made with staff.
Move & Groove
Tue, May 27, 10:15am - 10:45am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Enjoy a fun way to develop early literacy skills in your children with music, dancing, singing, stories and exploration of simple musical concepts. Ages 0-6.
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Tue, May 27, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun! Ages 6 - 24 months with caregiver.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, May 27, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Preschoolers and their caregivers will enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs while growing your love of reading. Please register each child. Open to children ages 3-5.
Registration opens Tuesday, May 20 2025 at 9:00am
Toddler Storytime
Tue, May 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, May 27, 11:15am - 11:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Preschoolers and their caregivers will enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs while growing your love of reading. Please register each child. Open to children ages 3-5.
Registration opens Tuesday, May 20 2025 at 9:00am
Kevin Romm: Catching Kathleen’s Killer - Murder, Mystery, & Mayhem
Tue, May 27, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
This documentary tells the harrowing story of Kathleen O’Brien Doyle, a 25-year-old Navy pilot’s wife who was brutally murdered inside her Norfolk home in September of 1980.
Internet Basics
Tue, May 27, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Indian River Library - Conference Room
Learn how to find and evaluate information online. Topics include learning about browsers, search engines, websites, and hyperlinks.
This event is full
Plant Clinic - Sponsored by Virginia Cooperative Extension
Tue, May 27, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian River Library - Open Area
Need advice for garden dilemmas? Bring your plant questions to agriculture experts dedicated to beautifying our community, educating the public, and maintaining the environment for the future.
Activity Afternoon - Paper Card Crafting
Tue, May 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Nothing is better than receiving a handmade card! Create one-of-a kind Father's Day cards to gift all the father figures in your life. All supplies will be provided. 
Elizabeth River Artists
Wed, May 28, All day
Russell Memorial Library - Art Wall
Find your new favorite artists! The local group, Elizabeth River Artists, are displaying pieces in watercolor, oil, pastel and mixed media.
Greenbrier Artist of the Month
Wed, May 28, All day
Greenbrier Library - Art Wall
Immerse yourself in the Tone e. Rome retrospective, "30 Years of Cute." Tone e. has created a world of creatures and characters where joy, curiosity, and subtle defiance coexist.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, May 28, 9:15am - 9:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregivers. Please register each child. Open to ages 1-2.
Registration opens Wednesday, May 21 2025 at 9:00am
Family Storytime
Wed, May 28, 9:30am - 10:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Wellness Vendor Fair Pop-up - Older Americans Month
Wed, May 28, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Dunedin Park - 3360 Dunedin Drive, Chesapeake, VA 23321
Flip the script on aging and see what resources the library provides to seniors, their families, and caregivers. We will be at various locations along with other agencies and would love to see you.
Family Storytime
Wed, May 28, 10:15am - 10:45am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Storytime
Wed, May 28, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, May 28, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregivers. Please register each child. Ages: 1-2
Registration opens Wednesday, May 21 2025 at 9:00am
Family Storytime
Wed, May 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, May 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
Indian River Library - Main Area
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.
Math and Reading Help
Wed, May 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Have fun while working on math and reading. We will reinforce kindergarten and first grade math and reading skills. Grades K-1.
This event is full
Toddler Storytime
Wed, May 28, 11:15am - 11:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregivers. Please register each child. Ages: 1-2
Registration opens Wednesday, May 21 2025 at 9:00am
Homeschool Hour - Story and Craft Time
Wed, May 28, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Conference Room
Read some of the best books in all of children's literature with us and create art projects based on the books.
Email Basics
Wed, May 28, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Indian River Library - Conference Room
Learn how to read and send email using a web-based program. We will cover topics such as composing new messages, reading and replying to messages, attachments, and inbox organization.
Innovation Studio Classes - Orientation for Creative Device - Cricut
Wed, May 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined
Learn how to use a Cricut cutting machine.
Reading Help
Wed, May 28, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Have fun while working on reading comprehension. We will reinforce phonetic skills, vocabulary, fluency and comprehension. Grades: 2-3.
This event is full
Orientation or 1-on-1 Session - Makerspace
Wed, May 28, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1
Schedule a Sewing, Cricut, or Media Lab Orientation. Need personalized guidance? Book a one-on-one session with a staff member to learn about a specific machine, software, or project.
This event is full
S.T.E.A.M. - Ventures
Wed, May 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Activity Room
Explore the world of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, & Math through hands-on experiments and activities. Registration Required. Please register each child individually.
Registration opens Wednesday, May 21 2025 at 9:00am
Reading Help
Wed, May 28, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Have fun while working on reading comprehension. We will reinforce phonetic skills, vocabulary, fluency and comprehension. Grades: 4-5.
Teen Inspiration Station
Wed, May 28, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Drop-in after school to mess around with tech and things like video games, recipes, and more.
Coffee and Classics - Book Club
Wed, May 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Central Library - Memory Lab
Come drink some coffee or tea and discuss a classic book that you have always wanted to read! May 28th, "The Color Purple" by Alice Walker.
Elizabeth River Artists
Thu, May 29, All day
Russell Memorial Library - Art Wall
Find your new favorite artists! The local group, Elizabeth River Artists, are displaying pieces in watercolor, oil, pastel and mixed media.
Greenbrier Artist of the Month
Thu, May 29, All day
Greenbrier Library - Art Wall
Immerse yourself in the Tone e. Rome retrospective, "30 Years of Cute." Tone e. has created a world of creatures and characters where joy, curiosity, and subtle defiance coexist.
Baby & Toddler Storytime
Thu, May 29, 10:15am - 11:15am
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Begin your little one's lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing and play along. Featuring: stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun! Ages 6-24 months with caregiver.
Garden Days
Thu, May 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library
Meet me in the garden! Spring is here, and it is time to prepare the community garden for a new season. Learn about preparing and planning a spring garden.
Orientation or 1-on-1 Session - Makerspace
Thu, May 29, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1
Schedule a Sewing, Cricut, or Media Lab Orientation. Need personalized guidance? Book a one-on-one session with a staff member to learn about a specific machine, software, or project.
Lego Club
Thu, May 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Build, explore, discover and create with Legos. Weekly themes, challenges and free building for ages 5 and up.
STEAM-Ventures
Thu, May 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Swing by to enjoy Lego Club, STEAM programs, Crazy 8s, and Tech Time on a rotating basis. Every week is something new around here!
Innovation Studio Classes - Orientation for Creative Device - MakerBot
Thu, May 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined
Learn how to use a MakerBot 3D printer.
Elizabeth River Artists
Fri, May 30, All day
Russell Memorial Library - Art Wall
Find your new favorite artists! The local group, Elizabeth River Artists, are displaying pieces in watercolor, oil, pastel and mixed media.
Greenbrier Artist of the Month
Fri, May 30, All day
Greenbrier Library - Art Wall
Immerse yourself in the Tone e. Rome retrospective, "30 Years of Cute." Tone e. has created a world of creatures and characters where joy, curiosity, and subtle defiance coexist.
Elizabeth River Artists
Sat, May 31, All day
Russell Memorial Library - Art Wall
Find your new favorite artists! The local group, Elizabeth River Artists, are displaying pieces in watercolor, oil, pastel and mixed media.
Greenbrier Artist of the Month
Sat, May 31, All day
Greenbrier Library - Art Wall
Immerse yourself in the Tone e. Rome retrospective, "30 Years of Cute." Tone e. has created a world of creatures and characters where joy, curiosity, and subtle defiance coexist.
Murder, Mystery, & Mayhem
Sat, May 31, 10:30am - 5:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor
Murder, Mystery, & Mayhem is an event-filled day that brings together enjoyable experiences focused on mystery and true crime. Come for one activity or stay for the day. Free and open to the public.
Mystery Unsolved: The Route 29 Stalker - Murder, Mystery, & Mayhem
Sat, May 31, 10:30am - 11:15am
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Dive into the decades-long mystery surrounding the Route 29 Stalker. Examine similarities between the many cases of missing and murdered individuals with Cold Dominion podcast's host, Jasmine Jordan.
Mystery Writing 101 - Murder, Mystery, & Mayhem
Sat, May 31, 10:30am - 11:15am
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Conference Room
Uncover the secrets of writing a mystery as Author Heather Weidner shares her tips and tricks of the trade, guiding you through the basics of crafting a compelling whodunnit.
Family Storytime
Sat, May 31, 10:30am - 11:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Mystery Writing & Technology Sleuthing Tips - Murder, Mystery, & Mayhem
Sat, May 31, 11:45am - 12:30pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Conference Room
Unlock the mysteries of proper manuscript formatting, technology, research tips, and search engine use in this interactive workshop hosted by Author Teresa Inge.
The Art of Slaying French Cuisine - Murder, Mystery, & Mayhem
Sat, May 31, 11:45am - 12:30pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Learn how to grow vegetables featured in the novel, The Art of French Murder, and see some of the delicious ways produce can be used in French dishes.
Chasing Digital Footprints: Basic Digital Forensic Methods - Murder, Mystery, & Mayhem
Sat, May 31, 1:30pm - 2:15pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
How big is your digital footprint? Hear how detectives use data from phones and other devices to solve crimes. Get to know the tools of the trade and the unusual places evidence has been found.
Crime Scene Abstract Watercolor Art - Murder, Mystery, & Mayhem
Sat, May 31, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Conference Room
Explore the fusion of crime scene aesthetics with the fluid, unpredictable beauty of watercolor. Participants will experiment with abstract compositions inspired by crime scene elements.
What is Forensic Science? - Murder, Mystery, & Mayhem
Sat, May 31, 2:45pm - 3:30pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Discover the stories your fingerprints can tell! Explore how latent print examination and forensic science help solve crimes and get an exclusive look into Virginia's accredited forensic science lab.
Crime Scene Abstract Watercolor Art - Murder, Mystery, & Mayhem
Sat, May 31, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Conference Room
Explore the fusion of crime scene aesthetics with the fluid, unpredictable beauty of watercolor. Participants will experiment with abstract compositions inspired by crime scene elements.
Film Screening: Knives Out - Murder, Mystery, & Mayhem
Sat, May 31, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Watch as one wealthy, southern family's drama turns into a case of murder in this cheeky mystery starring some of Hollywood's greatest stars.
The Art of Mary Carr Roberts
Sun, Jun 01, All day
Russell Memorial Library - Art Wall
Enjoy the art of Mary Carr Roberts. Stop by and explore the featured art exhibit all month long!
Latin Line Dancing - Fitness & Fun
Sun, Jun 01, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Central Library - Small Meeting Room
Join our dance “fiesta” with a mix of Latin and island-themed music from bachata, salsa, merengue, and reggaetón. No partner or experience is needed. All abilities are welcome.
Latin Line Dancing - Fitness & Fun
Sun, Jun 01, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Indian River Library - Meeting Room
Join our dance “fiesta” with a mix of Latin and island-themed music from bachata, salsa, merengue, and reggaetón. No partner or experience is needed. All abilities are welcome.
Monday Maker Labs
Mon, Jun 02, All day
Russell Memorial Library - Youth Services
Jump into a new world of people, places, and things with themed crafts every Monday.
Crafty Monday
Mon, Jun 02, All day
Central Library - Youth Services
Looking for a fun craft? Stop by the Youth & Family Services Department anytime on Mondays to participate in our weekly craft. Available all day, while supplies last.
The Art of Mary Carr Roberts
Mon, Jun 02, All day
Russell Memorial Library - Art Wall
Enjoy the art of Mary Carr Roberts. Stop by and explore the featured art exhibit all month long!
Rescheduled
Garden Days
Mon, Jun 02, 10:00am - 12:00pm
New date Monday, June 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library
Meet me in the garden! Spring is here, and it is time to prepare the community garden for a new season. Learn about preparing and planning a spring garden.
Cancelled
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Mon, Jun 02, 10:15am - 10:45am
Greenbrier Library
Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Featuring: stories, songs, and fun! Ages 6-24 months with caregiver
Storytime
Mon, Jun 02, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Jun 02, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Please register each child. Ages: 0-1 year old.
Registration opens Monday, May 26 2025 at 9:00am
Garden Days
Mon, Jun 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library
Meet me in the garden! Spring is here, and it is time to prepare the community garden for a new season. Learn about preparing and planning a spring garden.
Family Storytime
Mon, Jun 02, 11:15am - 11:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Cancelled
Books & Hooks
Mon, Jun 02, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library
Join this beginner-friendly group to learn a few crochet basics, refine your craft, or pick up new project ideas! Bring a project in-progress or start something from scratch with supplies provided.
Orientation or 1-on-1 Session - Makerspace
Mon, Jun 02, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1
Schedule a Sewing, Cricut, or Media Lab Orientation. Need personalized guidance? Book a one-on-one session with a staff member to learn about a specific machine, software, or project.
This event is full
Introduction to Smartphones
Mon, Jun 02, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Indian River Library - Conference Room
Learn the basics of using a smartphone. Topics will include powering on and off, texting, apps, taking photos, shooting video, and wireless printing in the library from your phone.
Follow Your Art
Mon, Jun 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Activity Room
Partake in a monthly creative and fun art class. Journey into anything and everything art – painting, stamping, printmaking, and more. Registration is required. Open to ages 5-11.
Registration opens Monday, May 26 2025 at 9:00am
Computers for Beginners
Mon, Jun 02, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Conference Room
Build your knowledge of computer technology. Learn simple computer terms, email, internet use, and how to create and edit documents! Increased confidence expected. Registration preferred.
Math Help
Mon, Jun 02, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Need help with homework or work on math skills? We can help with counting, money, comparing & ordering numbers, multiplication facts, & more. Grades 2-3.
This event is full
Muse Mondays
Mon, Jun 02, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
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.
Math Help
Mon, Jun 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Need help with homework or work on math skills? We can help with counting, money, comparing & ordering numbers, multiplication facts, & more. Grades 4-5.
The Art of Mary Carr Roberts
Tue, Jun 03, All day
Russell Memorial Library - Art Wall
Enjoy the art of Mary Carr Roberts. Stop by and explore the featured art exhibit all month long!
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Jun 03, 9:30am - 10:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.
Red Cross Blood Drive
Tue, Jun 03, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Support our community Blood Drive. Please join our lifesaving mission and schedule an appointment today! Call 1-800-RED CROSS or schedule online.
Cancelled
Move & Groove
Tue, Jun 03, 10:15am - 10:45am
Greenbrier Library
Enjoy a fun way to develop early literacy skills in your children with music, dancing, singing, stories and exploration of simple musical concepts. Ages 0-6.
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Tue, Jun 03, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun! Ages 6 - 24 months with caregiver.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Jun 03, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Preschoolers and their caregivers will enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs while growing your love of reading. Please register each child. Open to children ages 3-5.
Registration opens Tuesday, May 27 2025 at 9:00am
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Jun 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Jun 03, 11:15am - 11:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Preschoolers and their caregivers will enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs while growing your love of reading. Please register each child. Open to children ages 3-5.
Registration opens Tuesday, May 27 2025 at 9:00am
The Art of Mary Carr Roberts
Wed, Jun 04, All day
Russell Memorial Library - Art Wall
Enjoy the art of Mary Carr Roberts. Stop by and explore the featured art exhibit all month long!
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Jun 04, 9:15am - 9:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregivers. Please register each child. Ages: 1-2
Registration opens Wednesday, May 28 2025 at 9:00am
Family Storytime
Wed, Jun 04, 9:30am - 10:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Cancelled
Family Storytime
Wed, Jun 04, 10:15am - 10:45am
Greenbrier Library
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Storytime
Wed, Jun 04, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Jun 04, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregivers. Please register each child. Open to ages 1-2.
Registration opens Wednesday, May 28 2025 at 9:00am
Family Storytime
Wed, Jun 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Jun 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
Indian River Library - Main Area
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Jun 04, 11:15am - 11:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregivers. Please register each child. Open to ages 1-2.
Registration opens Wednesday, May 28 2025 at 9:00am
Reading Help
Wed, Jun 04, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Have fun while working on reading comprehension. We will reinforce phonetic skills, vocabulary, fluency and comprehension. Grades: 2-3.
This event is full
Orientation or 1-on-1 Session - Makerspace
Wed, Jun 04, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1
Schedule a Sewing, Cricut, or Media Lab Orientation. Need personalized guidance? Book a one-on-one session with a staff member to learn about a specific machine, software, or project.
This event is full
Reading Help
Wed, Jun 04, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Have fun while working on reading comprehension. We will reinforce phonetic skills, vocabulary, fluency and comprehension. Grades: 4-5.
Teen Inspiration Station
Wed, Jun 04, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Drop-in after school to mess around with tech and things like video games, recipes, and more.
Product Design - Illustrate Using Procreate
Wed, Jun 04, 5:30pm - 6:45pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Learn the basics of using Procreate through four project-based lessons taught by Katie Walton, graphic artist. Learn to use colors, layers, brushes, canvas setups and more.
The Art of Mary Carr Roberts
Thu, Jun 05, All day
Russell Memorial Library - Art Wall
Enjoy the art of Mary Carr Roberts. Stop by and explore the featured art exhibit all month long!
Garden Days
Thu, Jun 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library
Meet me in the garden! Spring is here, and it is time to prepare the community garden for a new season. Learn about preparing and planning a spring garden.
Orientation or 1-on-1 Session - Makerspace
Thu, Jun 05, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1
Schedule a Sewing, Cricut, or Media Lab Orientation. Need personalized guidance? Book a one-on-one session with a staff member to learn about a specific machine, software, or project.
This event is full
STEAM-Ventures
Thu, Jun 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Swing by to enjoy Lego Club, STEAM programs, Crazy 8s, and Tech Time on a rotating basis. Every week is something new around here!
LEGO Club
Thu, Jun 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Small Meeting Room
Bring your imaginations for Lego building fun! We provide the materials; you provide the creativity! Please register each child individually.
Registration opens Thursday, May 29 2025 at 9:00am
Essence Book Club
Thu, Jun 05, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Click here to join the event - Online
Lively discussion first Thursday of every month of works by African or African-American authors. This month's discussion is One Summer in Savannah by Tera Shelton Harris
The Art of Mary Carr Roberts
Fri, Jun 06, All day
Russell Memorial Library - Art Wall
Enjoy the art of Mary Carr Roberts. Stop by and explore the featured art exhibit all month long!
Bilingual Storytime
Fri, Jun 06, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Let’s go on a bilingual language adventure combining books and songs in English and Spanish. All ages welcomed. No registration is required.
Red Herring Readers - Mystery Book Club
Fri, Jun 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Conference Room
Calling all mystery fans! Join us for our monthly first Fridays afternoon book club! Pick up titles in advance. This month's novel is "Prom Mom" by Laurie Lippman.
The Art of Mary Carr Roberts
Sat, Jun 07, All day
Russell Memorial Library - Art Wall
Enjoy the art of Mary Carr Roberts. Stop by and explore the featured art exhibit all month long!
Onyx Angels - Grief Support for Bereaved Families
Sat, Jun 07, 11:00am - 1:30pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Join Onyx Angels, a grief support group for parents and siblings. Share stories, connect, and honor your loved ones. Lunch is provided, and children are welcome.
Garden Starters: Growing from Seeds and Cuttings
Sat, Jun 07, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Learn to grow plants from seeds and cuttings in this fun, beginner-friendly workshop! No experience needed—just bring your curiosity and get ready to dig in. All materials provided.
The Art of Mary Carr Roberts
Sun, Jun 08, All day
Russell Memorial Library - Art Wall
Enjoy the art of Mary Carr Roberts. Stop by and explore the featured art exhibit all month long!
Free Math Clinic
Sun, Jun 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Small Meeting Room
The Virginia Math Club in partnership with the Chesapeake Youth Foundation and the Chesapeake Public Library will provide free personal tutoring in any mathematics up to and including Calculus.
Monday Maker Labs
Mon, Jun 09, All day
Russell Memorial Library - Youth Services
Jump into a new world of people, places, and things with themed crafts every Monday.
Crafty Monday
Mon, Jun 09, All day
Central Library - Youth Services
Looking for a fun craft? Stop by the Youth & Family Services Department anytime on Mondays to participate in our weekly craft. Available all day, while supplies last.
The Art of Mary Carr Roberts
Mon, Jun 09, All day
Russell Memorial Library - Art Wall
Enjoy the art of Mary Carr Roberts. Stop by and explore the featured art exhibit all month long!
Cancelled
Garden Days
Mon, Jun 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library
Meet me in the garden! Spring is here, and it is time to prepare the community garden for a new season. Learn about preparing and planning a spring garden.
Cancelled
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Mon, Jun 09, 10:15am - 10:45am
Greenbrier Library
Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Featuring: stories, songs, and fun! Ages 6-24 months with caregiver
Baby Storytime
Mon, Jun 09, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Please register each child. Ages: 0-1 year old.
Registration opens Monday, June 2 2025 at 9:00am
Family Storytime
Mon, Jun 09, 11:15am - 11:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Orientation or 1-on-1 Session - Makerspace
Mon, Jun 09, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1
Schedule a Sewing, Cricut, or Media Lab Orientation. Need personalized guidance? Book a one-on-one session with a staff member to learn about a specific machine, software, or project.
Introduction to Smartphones
Mon, Jun 09, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Indian River Library - Conference Room
Learn the basics of using a smartphone. Topics will include powering on and off, texting, apps, taking photos, shooting video, and wireless printing in the library from your phone.
Legal Aid Drop-Ins
Mon, Jun 09, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor
Low-income residents can drop in for consultations with a Legal Aid of Eastern Virginia lawyer. Get guidance on legal issues like eviction, debt, domestic violence, and more for free.
Tech Topics
Mon, Jun 09, 3:00pm - 4:45pm
Major Hillard Library - Conference Room
Learn how to create spreadsheets, flyers, documents, organize your email, and experiment with AI! We will cover a new topic each program. Must have a basic knowledge of computers. Please register.
Muse Mondays
Mon, Jun 09, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
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.
The Art of Mary Carr Roberts
Tue, Jun 10, All day
Russell Memorial Library - Art Wall
Enjoy the art of Mary Carr Roberts. Stop by and explore the featured art exhibit all month long!
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Jun 10, 9:30am - 10:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.
Cancelled
Move & Groove
Tue, Jun 10, 10:15am - 10:45am
Greenbrier Library
Enjoy a fun way to develop early literacy skills in your children with music, dancing, singing, stories and exploration of simple musical concepts. Ages 0-6.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Jun 10, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Preschoolers and their caregivers will enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs while growing your love of reading. Please register each child. Open to children ages 3-5.
Registration opens Tuesday, June 3 2025 at 9:00am
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Jun 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Jun 10, 11:15am - 11:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Preschoolers and their caregivers will enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs while growing your love of reading. Please register each child. Open to children ages 3-5.
Registration opens Tuesday, June 3 2025 at 9:00am
Plant Clinic - Sponsored by Virginia Cooperative Extension
Tue, Jun 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Open Area
Need advice for garden dilemmas? Bring your plant questions to agriculture experts dedicated to beautifying our community, educating the public, and maintaining the environment for the future.
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