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Game Time for Tweens and Teens
2023-02-26 14:00:00 2023-02-26 16:00:00 America/New_York Game Time for Tweens and Teens Join us for two hours of gaming fun, including Mario Kart and Smash Bros mini-tournaments. This event is for grades 5-12 Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room

Sunday, February 26
2:00pm - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-02-26 14:00:00 2023-02-26 16:00:00 America/New_York Game Time for Tweens and Teens Join us for two hours of gaming fun, including Mario Kart and Smash Bros mini-tournaments. This event is for grades 5-12 Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room

Russell Memorial Library

Harper Lee Meeting Room

Join us for two hours of gaming fun, including Mario Kart and Smash Bros mini-tournaments. This event is for grades 5-12

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Russell Memorial Library
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Russell Memorial Library

Mon, Jan 30 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Jan 31 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Feb 01 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Feb 02 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Feb 03 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Feb 04 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Feb 05 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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BankOn Hampton Roads - Financial Literacy
Sat, Feb 04, 9:30am - 11:30am
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Learn how simple changes can make a big financial impact. BankOn Hampton Roads offers a five-month course along with resources to help participants develop a basic plan to increase financial security.Register
Create and Take
Sat, Feb 04, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Youth Services
Do you love art? Have fun and craft with us! Create a new art project each week.
Get Hooked on Crochet
Sat, Feb 04, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Open Area
Come learn to crochet with Miss Ana! Crochet hooks and yarn will be provided. Perfect for beginners of all ages.
Paws to Read
Sat, Feb 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Sign up to read to a certified therapy dog. Improve your reading skills and make new canine friends! For ages 5-10. Please register each child individually. Registration opens 1 week before event.
Registration is now closed
Dungeons, Dragons, and Dice - Adventure is waiting for you!
Sat, Feb 04, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Conference Room
There are dice to be rolled, quests to fulfill and friends to be made during our monthly D&D session. All we need is you at the table for the fun to begin!
Registration is now closed
"Chocolate" by Julian Haskins Artist Reception
Sat, Feb 04, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - The Gallery
Enjoy the newest art exhibition, "Chocolate", by Julian Haskins. Meet the artist and find out about the inspiration behind his works. Refreshments will be provided.
Memory Lab - Orientation Session
Sun, Feb 05, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Memory Lab
Sign up for a one-on-one 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.
This event is full
Make and Take Mondays
Mon, Feb 06, All day
Russell Memorial Library - Youth Services
Complete a make-and-take craft each week in the Children's Room. Available while supplies last.
Crafty Mondays
Mon, Feb 06, All day
Central Library - Youth Services
Looking for a fun craft or activity to do? Stop by the Youth & Family Services Department anytime on Mondays to participate in our weekly craft or activity station.
Baby & Toddler Storytime
Mon, Feb 06, 9:00am - 9:30am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Build an early literacy foundation with your infant through repeating rhymes, music, and baby signs. Ages: Babies up to 18 months.
Storytime
Mon, Feb 06, 9:30am - 10:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee 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
Mon, Feb 06, 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.
Storytime
Mon, Feb 06, 10:15am - 10:45am
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.
Introduction to Smartphones
Mon, Feb 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Indian River Library - Conference Room
Learn the basics of using a smartphone: power on/off; texting; apps; taking photos/shooting video; wireless printing in the library.
Youth Study Spaces
Mon, Feb 06, 3:00pm - 5:45pm
Indian River Library - Youth Study Spaces
Reserve a place for quiet, independent endeavors in the teen space of our library. Registration required with a Traditional library card.
Teen Scene
Mon, Feb 06, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
Indian River Library - Activity Room
Engage in various activities at the library. Activities change daily and range from crafts to gaming to STEAM projects. Registration required with a Traditional library card.
Math Help - Small Group Tutoring
Mon, Feb 06, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Let's get together and have fun working on math skills. We will be following the Pacing Guides to reinforce the calendar, counting, money, compare and order sets and numbers and more. Grades 2-3.
Memory Lab - Orientation Session
Mon, Feb 06, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Central Library - Memory Lab
Sign up for a one-on-one 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.
This event is full
Math Help - Small Group Tutoring
Mon, Feb 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Let's get together and have fun working on math skills. We will be following the Pacing Guides to reinforce place value, comparing & ordering numbers, addition, subtraction, and more. Grades: 4 - 5. 
Memory Lab - Orientation Session
Tue, Feb 07, 9:30am - 11:30am
Central Library - Memory Lab
Sign up for a one-on-one 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.
This event is full
Red Cross Blood Drive
Tue, Feb 07, 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.
Storytime
Tue, Feb 07, 10:00am - 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.
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Tue, Feb 07, 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.
Storytime
Tue, Feb 07, 10:15am - 10:45am
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.
Storytime
Tue, Feb 07, 11:00am - 11:30am
South Norfolk Memorial 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.
ARTivity
Tue, Feb 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Jump into the world of art and join us for a class that will focus on different types of artists, concepts, and creativity.
Digital Media Skills Class: Middle School Edition copy - Topic 3: What makes good composition in photography
Tue, Feb 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Digital Lab
Explore photography and video skills and build a foundation in digital media. Students will get practice assignments to level up their learning. Registration is recommended.
Youth Study Spaces
Tue, Feb 07, 3:00pm - 5:45pm
Indian River Library - Youth Study Spaces
Reserve a place for quiet, independent endeavors in the teen space of our library. Registration required with a Traditional library card.
Teen Scene
Tue, Feb 07, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
Indian River Library - Activity Room
Engage in various activities at the library. Activities change daily and range from crafts to gaming to STEAM projects. Registration required with a Traditional library card.
Police Read Along
Tue, Feb 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - The Gallery
Come show off your reading skills! Join us on the first and third Tuesday of the month to listen to a story and read to a Police Officer. Books will be provided. All levels of readers encouraged.
Yogi Kids
Tue, Feb 07, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Join us for a weekly yoga session geared towards K-5th graders as we learn yoga poses, breathing exercises, and meditation. Bring a yoga mat or beach towel and wear comfortable clothing. Namaste!
Legos and more
Tue, Feb 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Challenge your inner engineer with our Legos, building planks, connecting straws, and other building materials.
Math and Reading Help - Small Group Tutoring
Tue, Feb 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Let's get together and have fun working on math and reading. We will be following the Pacing Guides to reinforce Kindergarten and 1st grade math and reading skills. Grades: K-1st
This event is full
Canceled
Teen Scene
Tue, Feb 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Russell Memorial Library
Meet for one hour after school to hang with peers, discuss books, and plan library programs. For students in grades 6-12. Teen Scene meets the first and third Tuesday of every month from 5:00-6:00pm.
Teen Meetup
Tue, Feb 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Join us for the first Tuesday of each month for Teen Meetup at Russell Memorial Library. Each month there will be a different activity for teens to participate in. This event is for grades 7-12.
Storytime
Wed, Feb 08, 9:30am - 10:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee 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, Feb 08, 10:00am - 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, Feb 08, 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.
Storytime
Wed, Feb 08, 10:15am - 10:45am
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.
Storytime
Wed, Feb 08, 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.
Internet Basics
Wed, Feb 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Indian River Library - Conference Room
Learn how to find and evaluate information online. Topics include: browsers, search engines, websites, and hyperlinks.
S.T.E.M. Time
Wed, Feb 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - The Gallery
Run, don't walk into the library for S.T.E.M. time! Every Wednesday kids will learn and focus on one of the letters in S.T.E.M. (science, technology, engineering, and math).
Youth Study Spaces
Wed, Feb 08, 3:00pm - 5:45pm
Indian River Library - Youth Study Spaces
Reserve a place for quiet, independent endeavors in the teen space of our library. Registration required with a Traditional library card.
Teen Scene
Wed, Feb 08, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
Indian River Library - Activity Room
Engage in various activities at the library. Activities change daily and range from crafts to gaming to STEAM projects. Registration required with a Traditional library card.
Reading Help - Small Group Tutoring
Wed, Feb 08, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Let's get together and work on reading comprehension. We will be following the Pacing Guides to reinforce phonetic skills, vocabulary, and communicate ideas through pictures and writing. Grades: 2-3.
This event is full
Wacky Weaving Wednesdays
Wed, Feb 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Exercise your creativity! Join us as we explore the art of weaving. Explore colors and patterns. All materials provided. Ages 6-12
Spring Planting - Family Garden Series
Wed, Feb 08, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1
Learn how to map out your spring planting. Figure out what to grow, where to plant it, and the supplies you'll need for a healthy garden.
Thinking Money for Kids - Savings Jar Workshop for Kids
Wed, Feb 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Youth Services
Saving your pennies (and dollars) for something special? Decorate a DIY Savings Jar to keep all your hard-earned cash in. Tips on how to earn money and save money will also be shared.
Reading Help - Small Group Tutoring
Wed, Feb 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Let's get together and work on reading comprehension. We will follow the Pacing Guides to help with fluency, expand vocabulary and comprehension of fiction and nonfiction texts. Grades: 4 - 5. 
AARP Tax Aide
Thu, Feb 09, 9:30am - 3:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Edgar Allan Poe Meeting Room
Free tax assistance for people with low to moderate income will be provided by AARP volunteers. Appointments will be made on a first-come, first-served basis. Click here for more details.
Baby & Toddler Storytime
Thu, Feb 09, 10:15am - 10:45am
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - The Gallery
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.
Storytime
Thu, Feb 09, 10:15am - 10:45am
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.
Storytime
Thu, Feb 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Indian River 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. Please register all children and caregivers for this event.
Word Basics
Thu, Feb 09, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Learn how to create, edit, and save a document with Microsoft Word. We will cover formatting tools that help you organize and create professional-quality documents.
Digital Media Skills Class: Teen & Adult Edition - Topic 3: What makes good composition in photography
Thu, Feb 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Digital Lab
Explore photography and video skills and build a foundation in digital media. Students will get practice assignments to level up their learning. Registration is recommended
Keyboard Basics
Thu, Feb 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian River Library - Conference Room
Tired of slowly pecking at the keyboard? Come learn the basics of fast typing and be on your way to becoming a touch typist. Topics include: home row touch typing and proper typing techniques.
Youth Study Spaces
Thu, Feb 09, 3:00pm - 5:45pm
Indian River Library - Youth Study Spaces
Reserve a place for quiet, independent endeavors in the teen space of our library. Registration required with a Traditional library card.
Teen Scene
Thu, Feb 09, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
Indian River Library - Activity Room
Engage in various activities at the library. Activities change daily and range from crafts to gaming to STEAM projects. Registration required with a Traditional library card.
Lego Club
Thu, Feb 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Test your Lego building skills with challenges or just enjoy your time through free play. We provide the Legos, you provide the creativity! For children ages 6-12.
Baby & Toddler Storytime
Fri, Feb 10, 9:30am - 10:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing and play along. Featuring: stories, songs, finger plays and fun! Ages: 6 months-24 months with a caregiver
AARP Tax Aide
Fri, Feb 10, 9:30am - 3:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Edgar Allan Poe Meeting Room
Free tax assistance for people with low to moderate income will be provided by AARP volunteers. Appointments will be made on a first-come, first-served basis. Click here for more details.
Storytime
Fri, Feb 10, 10:15am - 10:45am
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.
Youth Study Spaces
Fri, Feb 10, 3:00pm - 4:45pm
Indian River Library - Youth Study Spaces
Reserve a place for quiet, independent endeavors in the teen space of our library. Registration required with a Traditional library card.
Teen Scene
Fri, Feb 10, 3:15pm - 4:45pm
Indian River Library - Activity Room
Engage in various activities at the library. Activities change daily and range from crafts to gaming to STEAM projects. Registration required with a Traditional library card.
Buffalo Soldiers - A Black History Month Celebration
Sat, Feb 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Join Ken Wright, a local artist, as he gives a presentation on the Buffalo Soldiers. Mr. Wright will focus on the 9th and 10th Calvary who served on horseback in the U. S. Army.
Riddle Me This
Sat, Feb 11, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Accept our challenge to solve mysteries and puzzles in fun and unique ways. Whether it is escape rooms in a box, logic puzzle games, or puzzle games in virtual reality, there is a challenge for you.
Around the World
Sat, Feb 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - The Gallery
Each month we will focus on a different country and learn about their culture, foods, facts, and language. There will be arts and crafts, food, and a lesson about the country.
Create and Take
Sat, Feb 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Youth Services
Do you love art? Have fun and craft with us! Create a new art project each week.
Sewing 101 - Creative Spaces
Sat, Feb 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1,Creative Spaces 2,Creative Spaces 3
Learn the basics of using a sewing machine and work towards earning your Sewing Badge. Supplies will be provided.
This event is full
Anime Club
Sat, Feb 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Conference Room
Come watch anime and taste a Japanese snack with other teens and tweens. This month’s pick is Eyeshield 21!
Great Bridgerton Ball - Chesapeake Public Library Foundation Fundraiser
Sat, Feb 11, 6:30pm - 9:30pm
Central Library - Open Area
Purchase your tickets to the most fashionable event of the season. Sip on cocktails, indulge in heavy hors d'oeuvres, try your luck at roulette and other games, and dance the night away.Register
Memory Lab - Orientation Session
Sun, Feb 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Memory Lab
Sign up for a one-on-one 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.
Make and Take Mondays
Mon, Feb 13, All day
Russell Memorial Library - Youth Services
Complete a make-and-take craft each week in the Children's Room. Available while supplies last.
Crafty Mondays
Mon, Feb 13, All day
Central Library - Youth Services
Looking for a fun craft or activity to do? Stop by the Youth & Family Services Department anytime on Mondays to participate in our weekly craft or activity station.
Baby & Toddler Storytime
Mon, Feb 13, 9:00am - 9:30am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Build an early literacy foundation with your infant through repeating rhymes, music, and baby signs. Ages: Babies up to 18 months.
Storytime
Mon, Feb 13, 9:30am - 10:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee 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
Mon, Feb 13, 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.
Introduction to Smartphones
Mon, Feb 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Indian River Library - Conference Room
Learn the basics of using a smartphone: power on/off; texting; apps; taking photos/shooting video; wireless printing in the library from your phone.
Math Help - Small Group Tutoring
Mon, Feb 13, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Let's get together and have fun working on math skills. We will be following the Pacing Guides to reinforce the calendar, counting, money, compare and order sets and numbers and more. Grades 2-3.
Memory Lab - Orientation Session
Mon, Feb 13, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Central Library - Memory Lab
Sign up for a one-on-one 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.
This event is full
Math Help - Small Group Tutoring
Mon, Feb 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Let's get together and have fun working on math skills. We will be following the Pacing Guides to reinforce place value, comparing & ordering numbers, addition, subtraction, and more. Grades: 4 - 5. 
Mystery Readers Book Club
Mon, Feb 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Greenbrier Library - Conference Room
Love a good mystery? Join us on the second Monday each month as we discuss genres, settings, and answer the question: who done it. This month's book: "Devil in a Blue Dress" by Walter Mosley.
Memory Lab - Orientation Session
Tue, Feb 14, 9:30am - 11:30am
Central Library - Memory Lab
Sign up for a one-on-one 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.
This event is full
Storytime
Tue, Feb 14, 10:00am - 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.
My Funny Valentine
Tue, Feb 14, 10:15am - 11:15am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Celebrate Valentine's Day with stories, crafts, and activities for preschoolers
Storytime
Tue, Feb 14, 11:00am - 11:30am
South Norfolk Memorial 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.
Plant Clinic - Sponsored by Virginia Cooperative Extension
Tue, Feb 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Open Area
Need advice for tricky garden dilemmas? Bring your plant questions to agriculture experts dedicated to beautifying our community, educating the public, and maintaining the environment for the future.
ARTivity
Tue, Feb 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Jump into the world of art and join us for a class that will focus on different types of artists, concepts, and creativity.
Legos and more
Tue, Feb 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Challenge your inner engineer with our Legos, building planks, connecting straws, and other building materials.
Math and Reading Help - Small Group Tutoring
Tue, Feb 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Let's get together and have fun working on math and reading. We will be following the Pacing Guides to reinforce Kindergarten and 1st grade math and reading skills. Grades: K-1st
This event is full
Anti-Valentine's Day Teen Celebration
Tue, Feb 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Central Library - Activity Room
Tired of all the mushy-gushy? Sick of all the lovey-dovey? Join your friends at the Central Library for an Anti-Valentine's Day Teen Celebration. Snacks and crafts included. Reserve your spot today!
Storytime
Wed, Feb 15, 9:30am - 10:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee 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.
Chesapeake Yarn Guild
Wed, Feb 15, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Small Meeting Room
All levels of yarners are invited to join the Chesapeake Yarn Guild to create projects. Simply bring your own needles or hooks and yarn to start crafting!
Storytime
Wed, Feb 15, 10:00am - 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.
Computer Basics
Wed, Feb 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Conference Room
Students will have an understanding of computer hardware and terminology. At the end of the class, students will be able to use the mouse, and identify parts of the hardware and desktop components.
Storytime
Wed, Feb 15, 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.
Internet Basics
Wed, Feb 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Indian River Library - Conference Room
Learn how to find and evaluate information online. Topics include: browsers, search engines, websites, and hyperlinks.
S.T.E.M. Time
Wed, Feb 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - The Gallery
Run, don't walk into the library for S.T.E.M. time! Every Wednesday kids will learn and focus on one of the letters in S.T.E.M. (science, technology, engineering, and math).
Reading Help - Small Group Tutoring
Wed, Feb 15, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Let's get together and work on reading comprehension. We will be following the Pacing Guides to reinforce phonetic skills, vocabulary, and communicate ideas through pictures and writing. Grades: 2-3.
Wacky Weaving Wednesdays
Wed, Feb 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Exercise your creativity! Join us as we explore the art of weaving. Explore colors and patterns. All materials provided. Ages 6-12
Reading Help - Small Group Tutoring
Wed, Feb 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Let's get together and work on reading comprehension. We will follow the Pacing Guides to help with fluency, expand vocabulary and comprehension of fiction and nonfiction texts. Grades: 4 - 5. 
Novel Ladies Book Club
Wed, Feb 15, 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!
AARP Tax Aide
Thu, Feb 16, 9:30am - 3:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Edgar Allan Poe Meeting Room
Free tax assistance for people with low to moderate income will be provided by AARP volunteers. Appointments will be made on a first-come, first-served basis. Click here for more details.
Baby & Toddler Storytime
Thu, Feb 16, 10:15am - 10:45am
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - The Gallery
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.
Storytime
Thu, Feb 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Indian River 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. Please register all children and caregivers for this event.
Tech, Tech Boom! Basics of Video Conferencing - Computers Made Simple
Thu, Feb 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Get started talking face-to-face online.
Keyboard Basics
Thu, Feb 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Indian River Library - Conference Room
Tired of slowly pecking at the keyboard? Come learn the basics of fast typing and be on your way to becoming a touch typist. Topics include: home row touch typing and proper typing techniques.
Once upon a ROBOT... - Storytelling with Chesapeake Public Library's NAO Robot
Thu, Feb 16, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Indian River Library - Activity Room
Create a story for Chip, our library robot, to perform as the narrator. Basic input and output programming are taught in four sessions on 01-19, 02-02, 02-16, and 03-02. Registration is for all dates.
Digging for Dinosaurs
Thu, Feb 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Full S.T.E.A.M. ahead for this one night program that teaches kids how to implement each learning category in a fun, dinosaur themed way! All activities and crafts are suited for ages 5-9.
Yadas Book Club
Thu, Feb 16, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Russell Memorial Library - Online Event Room 2
The Yadas read a variety of fiction and non-fiction titles. Join us online for a lively discussion about the selection of the month on the the third Thursday of each month.
Author Talk: Dr. Martha M. Williams - African Americans and the Norfolk Botanical Gardens
Thu, Feb 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Join Dr. Martha M. Williams as she unearths the secrets of Norfolk Botanical Garden’s history and its African American roots. 
Baby & Toddler Storytime
Fri, Feb 17, 9:30am - 10:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing and play along. Featuring: stories, songs, finger plays and fun! Ages: 6 months-24 months with a caregiver
AARP Tax Aide
Fri, Feb 17, 9:30am - 3:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Edgar Allan Poe Meeting Room
Free tax assistance for people with low to moderate income will be provided by AARP volunteers. Appointments will be made on a first-come, first-served basis. Click here for more details.
Friends of the Library Book Sale - Find your next great read!
Sat, Feb 18, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Stop by to browse from a great selection of books for all ages at this monthly sale. FOL members enjoy early entry at 9:30 a.m. Proceeds benefit library special events and early childhood initiatives
Create and Take
Sat, Feb 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Youth Services
Do you love art? Have fun and craft with us! Create a new art project each week.
A Poetic Exploration of Black Music - A Black History Month Celebration
Sat, Feb 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Join poet, author, and spoken word artist Sharran C. Taylor, also known as Kween Yakini, for a two-hour exploration of Black music.
Cuffeytown 13: A Buffalo Soldiers' Tale - Black History Month
Sun, Feb 19, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
The Hampton Roads Buffalo Soldiers Motorcycle Club presents the history of the 9th and 10th Calvary Buffalo Soldiers (the Cuffeytown 13) and tell how the Motorcycle Club was created.
Memory Lab - Orientation Session
Sun, Feb 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Memory Lab
Sign up for a one-on-one 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.
Make and Take Mondays
Tue, Feb 21, All day
Russell Memorial Library - Youth Services
Complete a make-and-take craft each week in the Children's Room. Available while supplies last.
Memory Lab - Orientation Session
Tue, Feb 21, 9:30am - 11:30am
Central Library - Memory Lab
Sign up for a one-on-one 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.
Storytime
Tue, Feb 21, 10:00am - 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.
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Tue, Feb 21, 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.
Storytime
Tue, Feb 21, 11:00am - 11:30am
South Norfolk Memorial 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.
ARTivity
Tue, Feb 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Jump into the world of art and join us for a class that will focus on different types of artists, concepts, and creativity.
Digital Media Skills Class: Middle School Edition - Topic 4: Patterns and textures in photography
Tue, Feb 21, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Digital Lab
Explore photography and video skills and build a foundation in digital media. Students will get practice assignments to level up their learning. Registration is recommended.
Police Read Along
Tue, Feb 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - The Gallery
Come show off your reading skills! Join us on the first and third Tuesday of the month to listen to a story and read to a Police Officer. Books will be provided. All levels of readers encouraged.
Legos and more
Tue, Feb 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Challenge your inner engineer with our Legos, building planks, connecting straws, and other building materials.
Math and Reading Help - Small Group Tutoring
Tue, Feb 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Let's get together and have fun working on math and reading. We will be following the Pacing Guides to reinforce Kindergarten and 1st grade math and reading skills. Grades: K-1st
This event is full
Canceled
Teen Scene
Tue, Feb 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Russell Memorial Library
Meet for one hour after school to hang with peers, discuss books, and plan library programs. For students in grades 6-12. Teen Scene meets the first and third Tuesday of every month from 5:00-6:00pm.
Storytime
Wed, Feb 22, 9:30am - 10:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee 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, Feb 22, 10:00am - 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, Feb 22, 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.
Thinking Money for Kids - Preschool Storytime
Wed, Feb 22, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Youth Services
Listen to a story that will focus on what money is, what it's used for, and needs vs. wants.
Internet Basics
Wed, Feb 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Indian River Library - Conference Room
Learn how to find and evaluate information online. Topics include: browsers, search engines, websites, and hyperlinks.
S.T.E.M. Time
Wed, Feb 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - The Gallery
Run, don't walk into the library for S.T.E.M. time! Every Wednesday kids will learn and focus on one of the letters in S.T.E.M. (science, technology, engineering, and math).
Reading Help - Small Group Tutoring
Wed, Feb 22, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Let's get together and work on reading comprehension. We will be following the Pacing Guides to reinforce phonetic skills, vocabulary, and communicate ideas through pictures and writing. Grades: 2-3.
Wacky Weaving Wednesdays
Wed, Feb 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Exercise your creativity! Join us as we explore the art of weaving. Explore colors and patterns. All materials provided. Ages 6-12
Spring Planting - Family Garden Series
Wed, Feb 22, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1
Learn how to map out your spring planting. Figure out what to grow, where to plant it, and the supplies you'll need for a healthy garden.
Let’s Build a Rocket
Wed, Feb 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Activity Room
Blast into space like astronaut Mae Jemison. During this ‘out of world’ program you will construct a rocket and see how far you can launch it. Ages 6-11. Register starting February 15, 2023.
Registration opens Wednesday, February 15 2023 at 9:00am
Reading Help - Small Group Tutoring
Wed, Feb 22, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Let's get together and work on reading comprehension. We will follow the Pacing Guides to help with fluency, expand vocabulary and comprehension of fiction and nonfiction texts. Grades: 4 - 5. 
AARP Tax Aide
Thu, Feb 23, 9:30am - 3:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Edgar Allan Poe Meeting Room
Free tax assistance for people with low to moderate income will be provided by AARP volunteers. Appointments will be made on a first-come, first-served basis. Click here for more details.
Baby & Toddler Storytime
Thu, Feb 23, 10:15am - 10:45am
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - The Gallery
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.
Sew Creative - Creative Spaces
Thu, Feb 23, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1,Creative Spaces 2,Creative Spaces 3
Make a zippered pouch with provided materials in this month's Sew Creative program. Must have completed Sewing 101 or earned the sewing badge prior to this program.
Digital Media Skills Class: Teen & Adult Edition - Topic 4: Patterns and textures in photography
Thu, Feb 23, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Digital Lab
Explore photography and video skills and build a foundation in digital media. Students will get practice assignments to level up their learning. Registration is recommended
Keyboard Basics
Thu, Feb 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Indian River Library - Meeting Room
Tired of slowly pecking at the keyboard? Come learn the basics of fast typing and be on your way to becoming a touch typist. Topics include: home row touch typing and proper typing techniques.
There's a Sign for That!
Thu, Feb 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
In this class, you will learn and practice basic American Sign Language vocabulary. All levels of ability welcome!
Baby & Toddler Storytime
Fri, Feb 24, 9:30am - 10:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing and play along. Featuring: stories, songs, finger plays and fun! Ages: 6 months-24 months with a caregiver
AARP Tax Aide
Fri, Feb 24, 9:30am - 3:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Edgar Allan Poe Meeting Room
Free tax assistance for people with low to moderate income will be provided by AARP volunteers. Appointments will be made on a first-come, first-served basis. Click here for more details.
Cricut Inspiration Club - Creative Spaces
Sat, Feb 25, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - The Gallery
Explore monthly Cricut machine project demonstrations to inspire your creativity. Learn and share ideas each 4th Saturday of the month.
Dylan Pritchett - Essential African Threads
Sat, Feb 25, 12:00pm - 12:50pm
Indian River Library - Meeting Room
From "Anansi the Spider" to "Brer Rabbit," traditional slave tales have hidden meanings that serve to educate and celebrate African American history.
Create and Take
Sat, Feb 25, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Youth Services
Do you love art? Have fun and craft with us! Create a new art project each week.
Get Hooked on Crochet
Sat, Feb 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Open Area
Come learn to crochet with Miss Ana! Crochet hooks and yarn will be provided. Perfect for beginners of all ages.
Digital Art Inspiration Club - Creative Spaces
Sat, Feb 25, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - The Gallery
Learn and share ideas the fourth Saturday of the month. We will explore different techniques and tips while looking at the works of different digital artists to inspire our creativity.
Dungeons, Dragons, and Dice - Adventure is waiting for you!
Sat, Feb 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Conference Room
There are dice to be rolled, quests to fulfill and friends to be made during our monthly D&D session. All we need is you at the table for the fun to begin!
Game Time for Tweens and Teens
Sun, Feb 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Join us for two hours of gaming fun, including Mario Kart and Smash Bros mini-tournaments. This event is for grades 5-12
Memory Lab - Orientation Session
Sun, Feb 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Memory Lab
Sign up for a one-on-one 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.
This event is full
Game Day: Bunco
Sun, Feb 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian River Library - Meeting Room
Meet your neighbors, make some friends (or bring them with you), while you learn to play Bunco and other games with library staff. Prizes and light refreshments will be provided. For adults
Make and Take Mondays
Mon, Feb 27, All day
Russell Memorial Library - Youth Services
Complete a make-and-take craft each week in the Children's Room. Available while supplies last.
Crafty Mondays
Mon, Feb 27, All day
Central Library - Youth Services
Looking for a fun craft or activity to do? Stop by the Youth & Family Services Department anytime on Mondays to participate in our weekly craft or activity station.
Baby & Toddler Storytime
Mon, Feb 27, 9:00am - 9:30am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Build an early literacy foundation with your infant through repeating rhymes, music, and baby signs. Ages: Babies up to 18 months.
Storytime
Mon, Feb 27, 9:30am - 10:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee 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.
Preschool STEAM
Mon, Feb 27, 10:00am - 10:45am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Ready, set, explore ... all things STEAM. These classes engage and encourage participation in science, technology, engineering, art and math. Ages 3-5 with caregiver.
This event is full
Storytime
Mon, Feb 27, 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.
Introduction to Smartphones
Mon, Feb 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Indian River Library - Conference Room
Learn the basics of using a smartphone: power on/off; texting; apps; taking photos/shooting video; wireless printing in the library from your phone.
Math Help - Small Group Tutoring
Mon, Feb 27, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Let's get together and have fun working on math skills. We will be following the Pacing Guides to reinforce the calendar, counting, money, compare and order sets and numbers and more. Grades 2-3.
Memory Lab - Orientation Session
Mon, Feb 27, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Central Library - Memory Lab
Sign up for a one-on-one 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 - Small Group Tutoring
Mon, Feb 27, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Let's get together and have fun working on math skills. We will be following the Pacing Guides to reinforce place value, comparing & ordering numbers, addition, subtraction, and more. Grades: 4 - 5. 
Memory Lab - Orientation Session
Tue, Feb 28, 9:30am - 11:30am
Central Library - Memory Lab
Sign up for a one-on-one 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.
Storytime
Tue, Feb 28, 10:00am - 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.
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Tue, Feb 28, 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.
Storytime
Tue, Feb 28, 11:00am - 11:30am
South Norfolk Memorial 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.
ARTivity
Tue, Feb 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Jump into the world of art and join us for a class that will focus on different types of artists, concepts, and creativity.
Reader's Theater
Tue, Feb 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Lights, Camera, Action! Learn beginner theater skills and how to read a script with enthusiasm during this six-week program. Performance for family and friends on final class, April 4 at 4:30 P.M.
Legos and more
Tue, Feb 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Challenge your inner engineer with our Legos, building planks, connecting straws, and other building materials.
Math and Reading Help - Small Group Tutoring
Tue, Feb 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Let's get together and have fun working on math and reading. We will be following the Pacing Guides to reinforce Kindergarten and 1st grade math and reading skills. Grades: K-1st
This event is full
Storytime
Tue, Feb 28, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Indian River 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.
Crystal Sessoms - A Musical Tribute to Our Ancestors
Tue, Feb 28, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Join us as we explore the local African American music scene.
Thinking Money for Kids - Money Interactives
Wed, Mar 01, All day
Major Hillard Library - Youth Services
Learn about money through a series of self-paced games and activities.
Storytime
Wed, Mar 01, 9:30am - 10:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee 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.
Chesapeake Yarn Guild
Wed, Mar 01, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Small Meeting Room
All levels of yarners are invited to join the Chesapeake Yarn Guild to create projects. Simply bring your own needles or hooks and yarn to start crafting!
Storytime
Wed, Mar 01, 10:00am - 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, Mar 01, 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.
Internet Basics
Wed, Mar 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Indian River Library - Conference Room
Learn how to find and evaluate information online. Topics include: browsers, search engines, websites, and hyperlinks.
S.T.E.M. Time
Wed, Mar 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - The Gallery
Run, don't walk into the library for S.T.E.M. time! Every Wednesday kids will learn and focus on one of the letters in S.T.E.M. (science, technology, engineering, and math).
Reading Help - Small Group Tutoring
Wed, Mar 01, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Let's get together and work on reading comprehension. We will be following the Pacing Guides to reinforce phonetic skills, vocabulary, and communicate ideas through pictures and writing. Grades: 2-3.
Crazy 8s
Wed, Mar 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Crazy 8s is a math club that offers unique, high-energy math activities that appeal to kids of all math abilities. The club meets weekly for 8 weeks. For grades 3-5.
Spring Crop Planting - Family Garden Series
Wed, Mar 01, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library
It's sowing time at the Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Community Educational Garden. Help us transplant seedlings to their new garden home.
Reading Help - Small Group Tutoring
Wed, Mar 01, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Let's get together and work on reading comprehension. We will follow the Pacing Guides to help with fluency, expand vocabulary and comprehension of fiction and nonfiction texts. Grades: 4 - 5. 
AARP Tax Aide
Thu, Mar 02, 9:30am - 3:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Edgar Allan Poe Meeting Room
Free tax assistance for people with low to moderate income will be provided by AARP volunteers. Appointments will be made on a first-come, first-served basis. Click here for more details.
We Care Service Day
Thu, Mar 02, 10:00am - 1:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Life-changing services will be available for people in need of assistance finding a job, legal advice, eye care or other health screenings during this monthly community event.
Baby & Toddler Storytime
Thu, Mar 02, 10:15am - 10:45am
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - The Gallery
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.
Storytime
Thu, Mar 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Indian River 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. Please register all children and caregivers for this event.
Fit4Mom's Playgroup
Thu, Mar 02, 10:45am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Fit4Mom's Playgroup includes sensory bins, make and take crafts, music/sing-alongs, or story time.
Keyboard Basics
Thu, Mar 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Indian River Library - Conference Room
Tired of slowly pecking at the keyboard? Come learn the basics of fast typing and be on your way to becoming a touch typist. Topics include: home row touch typing and proper typing techniques.
Once upon a ROBOT... - Storytelling with Chesapeake Public Library's NAO Robot
Thu, Mar 02, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Indian River Library - Activity Room
Create a story for Chip, our library robot, to perform as the narrator. Basic input and output programming are taught in four sessions on 01-19, 02-02, 02-16, and 03-02. Registration is for all dates.
Essence Book Club
Thu, Mar 02, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Online - Zoom - Click the event to join the discussion
Lively discussion first Thursday of every month of works by African or African-American authors. This month's discussion is Finding Me: A Memoir by Viola Davis
AARP Tax Aide
Fri, Mar 03, 9:30am - 3:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Edgar Allan Poe Meeting Room
Free tax assistance for people with low to moderate income will be provided by AARP volunteers. Appointments will be made on a first-come, first-served basis. Click here for more details.
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Fri, Mar 03, 9:30am - 10:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Featuring: stories, songs, finger plays, and fun! Ages: 6-24 months with a caregiver.
BankOn Hampton Roads - Financial Literacy
Sat, Mar 04, 9:30am - 11:30am
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Learn how simple changes can make a big financial impact. BankOn Hampton Roads offers a five-month course along with resources to help participants develop a basic plan to increase financial security.Register
Create and Take
Sat, Mar 04, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Youth Services
Do you love art? Have fun and craft with us! Create a new art project each week.
Anime Club
Sat, Mar 04, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Come watch anime and taste a Japanese snack with other teens and tweens. This month’s pick is Dragon Quest: the Adventure of Dai!
Teen Study Hall Café
Sat, Mar 04, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Activity Room
Teens, need some space to study for upcoming tests like the SAT? Bring your own device and books. We'll provide the space, free Wi-Fi, and snacks! Make a DIY stress ball too. All materials provided.
Memory Lab - Orientation Session
Sun, Mar 05, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Memory Lab
Sign up for a one-on-one 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.
Make and Take Mondays
Mon, Mar 06, All day
Russell Memorial Library - Youth Services
Complete a make-and-take craft each week in the Children's Room. Available while supplies last.
Baby & Toddler Storytime
Mon, Mar 06, 9:00am - 9:30am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Build an early literacy foundation with your infant through repeating rhymes, music, and baby signs. Ages: Babies up to 18 months.
Storytime
Mon, Mar 06, 9:30am - 10:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee 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
Mon, Mar 06, 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.
Introduction to Smartphones
Mon, Mar 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Indian River Library - Conference Room
Learn the basics of using a smartphone: power on/off; texting; apps; taking photos/shooting video; wireless printing in the library from your phone.
Math Help - Small Group Tutoring
Mon, Mar 06, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Let's get together and have fun working on math skills. We will be following the Pacing Guides to reinforce the calendar, counting, money, compare and order sets and numbers and more. Grades 2-3.
Lego Club
Mon, Mar 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Come join us for an hour of free-form, LEGO-building fun!
Memory Lab - Orientation Session
Mon, Mar 06, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Central Library - Memory Lab
Sign up for a one-on-one 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 - Small Group Tutoring
Mon, Mar 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Let's get together and have fun working on math skills. We will be following the Pacing Guides to reinforce place value, comparing & ordering numbers, addition, subtraction, and more. Grades: 4 - 5. 
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