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Locks Opened: Community Connections

Performance by Sheila Arnold
2023-05-27 13:00:00 2023-05-27 15:00:00 America/New_York Locks Opened: Community Connections Explore the past and follow along as slave children escape using the Underground Railroad. Stories, songs, and games are at the heart of Sheila Arnold’s “Children at the Border” performance. Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room

Saturday, May 27
1:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-05-27 13:00:00 2023-05-27 15:00:00 America/New_York Locks Opened: Community Connections Explore the past and follow along as slave children escape using the Underground Railroad. Stories, songs, and games are at the heart of Sheila Arnold’s “Children at the Border” performance. Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room

Major Hillard Library

Meeting Room

Explore the past and follow along as slave children escape using the Underground Railroad. Stories, songs, and games are at the heart of Sheila Arnold’s “Children at the Border” performance.

Historical storytelling at its best! Master Storyteller, Sheila Arnold, shares about local waterways that were part of the Underground Railroad from an 1870s book written by William Still, a Conductor for the Underground Railroad and Secretary of the Philadelphia Abolitionist Society.

This project made possible in part by a grant from Virginia Humanities in partnership with the Great Bridge Battlefield & Waterways Museum.

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Great Bridge Battlefield and Waterways History Foundation

AGE GROUP: | Middle School | High School | Families | Elementary School | Adult |

EVENT TYPE: | History & Genealogy | Entertainment | Arts & Culture |

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Wed, Oct 15, 9:15am - 9:45am
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Wed, Oct 15, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
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Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
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Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
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Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library
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Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
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Book Bonanza - Friends of the Library Book Sale
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Greenbrier Library - Art Wall
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South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
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Monday Maker Labs
Mon, Oct 20, All day
Russell Memorial Library
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Central Library - Youth Services
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Spooky Tealight Jar Make and Take - Innovation Studios
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Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library
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Garden Days
Mon, Oct 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library
Meet me in the garden! Autumn has arrived and it's time to plant cool weather crops and prepare the community garden for winter.
Friends of the Library Book Sale - Book Sale
Mon, Oct 20, 10:00am - 7:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor
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Monday Morning Movies - The Addams Family (2019)
Mon, Oct 20, 10:30am - 1:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
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Garden Days
Mon, Oct 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library
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Intro to Smartphones
Mon, Oct 20, 1:15pm - 2:00pm
Indian River Library - Conference Room
Learn the basics of using a smartphone. Topics include: powering on and off, texting, apps, taking photos, shooting video, and wireless printing in the library from your phone.
Cancelled
Muse Mondays
Mon, Oct 20, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Russell Memorial Library
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.
Preservation Studio - Orientation Session
Mon, Oct 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Preservation Studio 1,Preservation Studio 2
Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Preservation Studio equipment. Please only sign up for one session. All other appointments for the studio will be made with staff.
Spooky Tealight Jar Make and Take - Innovation Studios
Tue, Oct 21, All day
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library
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Greenbrier Artist of the Month
Tue, Oct 21, All day
Greenbrier Library - Art Wall
Celebrate the fall season by checking out the cozy paintings of Lois Thomas. Lois is a lifelong painter of nature, sunsets, fall colors, and beach scenes. View her latest work at Greenbrier Library!
Cancelled
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Oct 21, 9:30am - 10:00am
Russell Memorial Library
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, Oct 21, 10:00am - 7:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor
Find your next thrilling read or DVD at our monthly book sale. Choose from a small selection of books, DVDs and audio books at below bargain prices.
Preservation Studio - Orientation Session
Tue, Oct 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central Library - Preservation Studio 1,Preservation Studio 2
Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Preservation Studio equipment. Please only sign up for one session. All other appointments for the studio will be made with staff.
Cancelled
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Oct 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Russell Memorial Library
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.
Deep Creek Reads - Book Club
Tue, Oct 21, 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.
Cancelled
Activity Afternoon - Pressed Flowers Bookmark
Tue, Oct 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Russell Memorial Library
Create one-of-a-kind bookmarks using pressed flowers! Come unwind, get inspired by nature, and leave with something uniquely yours.
After School Tutoring
Tue, Oct 21, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Major Hillard Library is partnering with Grassfield High School students to offer weekly tutoring sessions in Science, Math, & Reading for students in grades 3-8. Please bring your own materials.
Vinyl Farewells - Let's Get Uncomfortable Series
Tue, Oct 21, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Join this death doula-led session to reflect, share, and co-create a top 10 music playlist that honors lost loved ones through music that stays with us.
Spooky Tealight Jar Make and Take - Innovation Studios
Wed, Oct 22, All day
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library
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Greenbrier Artist of the Month
Wed, Oct 22, All day
Greenbrier Library - Art Wall
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Cancelled
Family Storytime
Wed, Oct 22, 9:30am - 10:00am
Russell Memorial Library
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Friends of the Library Book Sale - Book Sale
Wed, Oct 22, 10:00am - 7:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor
Find your next thrilling read or DVD at our monthly book sale. Choose from a small selection of books, DVDs and audio books at below bargain prices.
Cancelled
Family Storytime
Wed, Oct 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Russell Memorial Library
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Internet Basics
Wed, Oct 22, 1:15pm - 2:00pm
Indian River Library - Conference Room
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Coffee and Classics - Book Club
Wed, Oct 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Central Library - Small Meeting Room
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Spooky Tealight Jar Make and Take - Innovation Studios
Thu, Oct 23, All day
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library
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Thu, Oct 23, All day
Greenbrier Library - Art Wall
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Thu, Oct 23, 10:00am - 7:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor
Find your next thrilling read or DVD at our monthly book sale. Choose from a small selection of books, DVDs and audio books at below bargain prices.
Storytime
Thu, Oct 23, 10:15am - 11:15am
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
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Cancelled
Garden Days
Thu, Oct 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library
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Cancelled
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Thu, Oct 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian River Library
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Cancelled
STEAM Series
Thu, Oct 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library
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Thu, Oct 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.
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The Sewcial Club - Innovation Studios
Thu, Oct 23, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Innovation Studio 1,The Gallery
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Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Thu, Oct 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.
Poetry, Prose, and Pizza- Open Mic
Thu, Oct 23, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Edgar Allan Poe Conference Room
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Spooky Tealight Jar Make and Take - Innovation Studios
Fri, Oct 24, All day
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library
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Greenbrier Artist of the Month
Fri, Oct 24, All day
Greenbrier Library - Art Wall
Celebrate the fall season by checking out the cozy paintings of Lois Thomas. Lois is a lifelong painter of nature, sunsets, fall colors, and beach scenes. View her latest work at Greenbrier Library!
Quilty Kindness
Fri, Oct 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Small Meeting Room
Quilting Club. All are welcome.
Friends of the Library Book Sale - Book Sale
Fri, Oct 24, 10:00am - 5:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor
Find your next thrilling read or DVD at our monthly book sale. Choose from a small selection of books, DVDs and audio books at below bargain prices.
Cancelled
Innovation Studio Classes - Certification
Fri, Oct 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian River Library
Demonstrate your knowledge of proper use and procedure for one of the creative devices.
Spooky Tealight Jar Make and Take - Innovation Studios
Sat, Oct 25, All day
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library
Create a fang-tastic Halloween-themed project that is perfect for decorating your space! Stop by the library throughout October and take home a craft kit designed using our Cricut machine.
Greenbrier Artist of the Month
Sat, Oct 25, All day
Greenbrier Library - Art Wall
Celebrate the fall season by checking out the cozy paintings of Lois Thomas. Lois is a lifelong painter of nature, sunsets, fall colors, and beach scenes. View her latest work at Greenbrier Library!
Friends of the Library Book Sale - Book Sale
Sat, Oct 25, 10:00am - 5:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor
Find your next thrilling read or DVD at our monthly book sale. Choose from a small selection of books, DVDs and audio books at below bargain prices.
Cancelled
Innovation Studio Classes - Orientation - Cricut
Sat, Oct 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Indian River Library
Learn how to use a Cricut cutting machine.
Greenbrier Artist of the Month
Sun, Oct 26, All day
Greenbrier Library - Art Wall
Celebrate the fall season by checking out the cozy paintings of Lois Thomas. Lois is a lifelong painter of nature, sunsets, fall colors, and beach scenes. View her latest work at Greenbrier Library!
Friends of the Library Book Sale - Book Sale
Sun, Oct 26, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor
Find your next thrilling read or DVD at our monthly book sale. Choose from a small selection of books, DVDs and audio books at below bargain prices.
Quilty Kindness
Sun, Oct 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Small Meeting Room
Quilting Club. All are welcome.
Bookbinding: Double Pamphlet Book
Sun, Oct 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Learn the art of bookbinding in this hands-on class for adults! Create a double pamphlet book by sewing two sections together. Make it as a gift or keep it for yourself. Registration is required.
This event is full
Preservation Studio - Orientation Session
Sun, Oct 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Preservation Studio 1,Preservation Studio 2
Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Preservation Studio equipment. Please only sign up for one session. All other appointments for the studio will be made with staff.
Monday Maker Labs
Mon, Oct 27, All day
Russell Memorial Library - Youth Services
Jump into a new world of people, places, and things with themed crafts every Monday.
Make & Take Craft Monday
Mon, Oct 27, All day
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
Complete a make and take craft! Available in the Children's room while supplies last.
Crafty Monday
Mon, Oct 27, All day
Central Library - Youth Services
Looking for a fun craft? Stop by the Youth Services Department anytime on Mondays to participate in our weekly craft. Available all day, while supplies last.
Spooky Tealight Jar Make and Take - Innovation Studios
Mon, Oct 27, All day
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library
Create a fang-tastic Halloween-themed project that is perfect for decorating your space! Stop by the library throughout October and take home a craft kit designed using our Cricut machine.
Greenbrier Artist of the Month
Mon, Oct 27, All day
Greenbrier Library - Art Wall
Celebrate the fall season by checking out the cozy paintings of Lois Thomas. Lois is a lifelong painter of nature, sunsets, fall colors, and beach scenes. View her latest work at Greenbrier Library!
Cancelled
Garden Days
Mon, Oct 27, 10:00am - 11:00am
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library
Meet me in the garden! Autumn has arrived and it's time to plant cool weather crops and prepare the community garden for winter.
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Mon, Oct 27, 10:15am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Featuring: stories, songs, and fun!
Storytime
Mon, Oct 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.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Oct 27, 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. This program is for children 0-1 year old.
Monday Morning Movies - Hocus Pocus (1993)
Mon, Oct 27, 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 weekly reels that are sure to delight diehard movie goers.
Cancelled
Garden Days
Mon, Oct 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library
Meet me in the garden! Autumn has arrived and it's time to plant cool weather crops and prepare the community garden for winter.
Family Storytime
Mon, Oct 27, 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.
Muse Mondays
Mon, Oct 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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.
Family Storytime
Mon, Oct 27, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
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.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Mon, Oct 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.
This event is full
Spooky Reader's Theatre
Mon, Oct 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Calling all actors! Register for this one-hour reader's theatre program for grades 3-8. Learn improvisation games, how to project, simple blocking, and perform a short spooky play at the end of class.
Preservation Studio - Orientation Session
Mon, Oct 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Preservation Studio 1,Preservation Studio 2
Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Preservation Studio equipment. Please only sign up for one session. All other appointments for the studio will be made with staff.
Terror-rium
Mon, Oct 27, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Central Library - Activity Room
What has gnarled trees, mossy graves, and ghosts roaming? A terror-rium! Celebrate this spooky season by setting a terrifying scene! Supplies are included, but feel free to bring your own container!
Registration opens Monday, October 20 2025 at 9:00am
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Mon, Oct 27, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.
This event is full
Spooky Tealight Jar Make and Take - Innovation Studios
Tue, Oct 28, All day
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library
Create a fang-tastic Halloween-themed project that is perfect for decorating your space! Stop by the library throughout October and take home a craft kit designed using our Cricut machine.
Greenbrier Artist of the Month
Tue, Oct 28, All day
Greenbrier Library - Art Wall
Celebrate the fall season by checking out the cozy paintings of Lois Thomas. Lois is a lifelong painter of nature, sunsets, fall colors, and beach scenes. View her latest work at Greenbrier Library!
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Oct 28, 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.
Preservation Studio - Orientation Session
Tue, Oct 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central Library - Preservation Studio 1,Preservation Studio 2
Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Preservation Studio equipment. Please only sign up for one session. All other appointments for the studio will be made with staff.
Move and Groove
Tue, Oct 28, 10:15am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Come move & groove at the library! Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. A perfect way to shake, shimmy, and smile together!
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Tue, Oct 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!
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Oct 28, 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. This program is for ages 3-5 years old.
Registration opens Tuesday, October 21 2025 at 9:00am
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Oct 28, 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.
Family Storytime
Tue, Oct 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
Indian River Library - Main Area
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Oct 28, 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. This program is for ages 3-5 years old.
Registration opens Tuesday, October 21 2025 at 9:00am
Plant Clinic - Sponsored by Virginia Cooperative Extension
Tue, Oct 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Russell Memorial 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.
Mindful Meetups
Tue, Oct 28, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Major Hillard Library - Conference Room
Recharge in a thoughtful, creative space where kindred spirits gather to play games, solve puzzles, and create masterpieces. No pressure, no small talk—just be yourself and enjoy the vibe.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Tue, Oct 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.
This event is full
Stealth Mode Gaming
Tue, Oct 28, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Major Hillard Library - Conference Room
Calling all quiet souls! Come chill, connect, and enjoy low-key RPG and video gaming in a relaxed space with like-minded adults. No pressure, just good vibes and a little friendly competition.
Pokémon Club - Legends Z-A!
Tue, Oct 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Here's to Pokémon Legends: Z-A! Celebrate the return of your favorite Mega evolutions. Join us with your trading cards and watch the hit Pokémon series with your fellow trainers!
After School Tutoring
Tue, Oct 28, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Major Hillard Library is partnering with Grassfield High School students to offer weekly tutoring sessions in Science, Math, & Reading for students in grades 3-8. Please bring your own materials.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Tue, Oct 28, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.
This event is full
The Painted Quest: Miniatures
Tue, Oct 28, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Paint your own fantasy miniatures- hero, goblin, or dragon in this one hour session for tweens and teens. No XP needed. All supplies are provided!
Spooky Tealight Jar Make and Take - Innovation Studios
Wed, Oct 29, All day
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library
Create a fang-tastic Halloween-themed project that is perfect for decorating your space! Stop by the library throughout October and take home a craft kit designed using our Cricut machine.
Greenbrier Artist of the Month
Wed, Oct 29, All day
Greenbrier Library - Art Wall
Celebrate the fall season by checking out the cozy paintings of Lois Thomas. Lois is a lifelong painter of nature, sunsets, fall colors, and beach scenes. View her latest work at Greenbrier Library!
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Oct 29, 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. This program is for ages 1-2 years old.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 22 2025 at 12:00am
Family Storytime
Wed, Oct 29, 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.
Family Storytime
Wed, Oct 29, 10:15am - 11:00am
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, Oct 29, 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, Oct 29, 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. This program is for ages 1-2 years old.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 22 2025 at 12:00am
Family Storytime
Wed, Oct 29, 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, Oct 29, 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, Oct 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Have fun while working on math and reading! We will reinforce kindergarten and first grade math and reading skills.
This event is full
Family Storytime
Wed, Oct 29, 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.
Homeschool Hour - Story and Craft Time
Wed, Oct 29, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting 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, Oct 29, 1:15pm - 2:00pm
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.
National Cat Day
Wed, Oct 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Celebrate International Cat Day with a purr-fectly fun day of feline-inspired creativity as we honor our favorite four-legged friends!
S.T.E.A.M. - Ventures
Wed, Oct 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Activity Room
Explore the world of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, & Math through hands-on experiments and activities. Registration is required. This program is for grades 1-5.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 22 2025 at 9:00am
Creepy Campfire Tales
Wed, Oct 29, 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - The Gallery
Step into the shadows and enjoy a night of four spine-tingling tales. From ghostly legends to creepy campfire classics, it’s the perfect mix of fright and fun! Light refreshments will be served.
Spooky Tealight Jar Make and Take - Innovation Studios
Thu, Oct 30, All day
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library
Create a fang-tastic Halloween-themed project that is perfect for decorating your space! Stop by the library throughout October and take home a craft kit designed using our Cricut machine.
Greenbrier Artist of the Month
Thu, Oct 30, All day
Greenbrier Library - Art Wall
Celebrate the fall season by checking out the cozy paintings of Lois Thomas. Lois is a lifelong painter of nature, sunsets, fall colors, and beach scenes. View her latest work at Greenbrier Library!
Halloween Storytime & Parade
Thu, Oct 30, 10:15am - 11:15am
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Wear your costume and join us for a fun Halloween Storytime with crafts and a trick-or-treat parade at the end.
Move & Groove
Thu, Oct 30, 10:15am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Come move & groove at the library! Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. A perfect way to shake, shimmy, and smile together!
Cancelled
Garden Days
Thu, Oct 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library
Meet me in the garden! Autumn has arrived and it's time to plant cool weather crops and prepare the community garden for winter.
STEAM Series
Thu, Oct 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Swing by to enjoy Lego Club, STEAM Ventures, and Preschool STEAM on a rotating basis. Every week is something new around here!
Terrifying Tales to Tell in the Library
Thu, Oct 30, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Central Library - Activity Room
Oooooh went the wind! And out went the light! Come to the library to hear some spooky frights! Join us for spooky stories around the campfire and a black-light pumpkin craft this Hallow’s Eve!
Registration opens Thursday, October 23 2025 at 12:00am
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Thu, Oct 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.
This event is full
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Thu, Oct 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.
Happy Halloween
Fri, Oct 31, All day
Central Library - Youth Services
This Halloween visit the Central Library while wearing your costume. Visit all 3 desks, practice your trick-or-treating, and get a special treat. Crafts will be available all day.
Spooky Tealight Jar Make and Take - Innovation Studios
Fri, Oct 31, All day
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library
Create a fang-tastic Halloween-themed project that is perfect for decorating your space! Stop by the library throughout October and take home a craft kit designed using our Cricut machine.
Greenbrier Artist of the Month
Fri, Oct 31, All day
Greenbrier Library - Art Wall
Celebrate the fall season by checking out the cozy paintings of Lois Thomas. Lois is a lifelong painter of nature, sunsets, fall colors, and beach scenes. View her latest work at Greenbrier Library!
Bilingual Storytime
Fri, Oct 31, 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 are welcome. No registration is required.
Spooktacular Costume Parade
Fri, Oct 31, 10:30am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
Calling all monsters, superheroes, and dragons to join a Spooky Parade! Wear a creative costume and march through the library and collect ghoulish goodies at the desks and brew up some eerie crafts.
Halloween Storytime
Fri, Oct 31, 10:30am - 11:00am
Indian River Library - Main Area
Join us for a fun-filled Halloween Storytime! Read a Halloween themed book, sing songs, and show off your costume during a trick-or-treat parade.
Halloween Storytime
Fri, Oct 31, 10:30am - 11:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Join us for a spook-tacular Halloween Storytime! Enjoy not-too-scary tales, songs, and fun. Costumes welcome—perfect for little ghouls and goblins. Don’t miss the festive fun!
Cancelled
Garlic Planting Party
Fri, Oct 31, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library
Get your hands dirty at our Garlic Planting Program! We will be planting a variety of types of garlic guaranteed to ward off all vampires. Bring the whole family for a fang-tastic time!
Vampire Hunters' Bootcamp
Fri, Oct 31, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Art Wall,Conference Room,First Floor,Meeting Room,Open Area
There's a place where folklore meets fun - Vampire Hunters' Bootcamp! If you're an adult, 18 and up, channel your inner Van Halsing. Engage in basic sessions on lore and defense tactics.
Bank On Hampton Roads
Sat, Nov 01, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Learn how simple changes can make a big financial impact. Come to a monthly class through January to gain resources and develop a plan to increase your financial security. Registration is required.Register
Introduction: Get to Know the Devices - Innovation Studio Classes
Sun, Nov 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined
Take the opportunity to see what can be created with the 3D printer, laser cutter, and Cricut Cutting Machine.
Preservation Studio - Orientation Session
Sun, Nov 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Preservation Studio 1,Preservation Studio 2
Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Preservation Studio equipment. Please only sign up for one session. All other appointments for the studio will be made with staff.
Make & Take Craft Monday
Mon, Nov 03, All day
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
Complete a make and take craft! Available in the Children's room while supplies last.
Crafty Monday
Mon, Nov 03, 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. They will be available all day, while supplies last.
Storytime
Mon, Nov 03, 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, Nov 03, 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. This program is for children ages 0-1 year old.
Monday Morning Movies - A Minecraft Movie (2025)
Mon, Nov 03, 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 weekly reels that are sure to delight diehard movie goers.
Follow Your Art
Mon, Nov 03, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
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. This program is for ages 6-12.
Registration opens Monday, October 27 2025 at 9:00am
Family Storytime
Mon, Nov 03, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
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.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Mon, Nov 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.
This event is full
Preservation Studio - Orientation Session
Mon, Nov 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Preservation Studio 1,Preservation Studio 2
Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Preservation Studio equipment. Please only sign up for one session. All other appointments for the studio will be made with staff.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Mon, Nov 03, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.
This event is full
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Nov 05, 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. This program is for children ages 1-2 years old.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 29 2025 at 12:00am
Storytime
Wed, Nov 05, 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, Nov 05, 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. This program is for children ages 1-2 years old.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 29 2025 at 12:00am
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Nov 05, 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.
Friends Social Hour
Wed, Nov 05, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Drop in to our meet-up for differently abled adults to enjoy games, art, activities, and friendship. Socialize and have fun in a relaxed and supportive space. Bring your lunch!
Math and Reading Help
Wed, Nov 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Have fun while working on math and reading! We will reinforce kindergarten and first grade math and reading skills.
This event is full
Family Storytime
Wed, Nov 05, 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.
Creating Your Best Resume
Wed, Nov 05, 1:15pm - 2:00pm
Indian River Library - Conference Room
Come out and learn the basics of creating a winning resume. Topics covered will include formatting, organization, and uploading to websites for job seekers.
Red Cross Blood Drive
Thu, Nov 06, 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
Thu, Nov 06, 10:15am - 11:15am
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee 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!
Move & Groove
Thu, Nov 06, 10:15am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Come move & groove at the library! Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. A perfect way to shake, shimmy, and smile together!
Cancelled
Garden Days
Thu, Nov 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library
Meet me in the garden! Autumn has arrived and it's time to plant cool weather crops and prepare the community garden for winter.
Orientation - Glowforge - Innovation Studio Classes
Thu, Nov 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined
Learn how to use a Glowforge Laser Cutter.
Lego Club
Thu, Nov 06, 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.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Thu, Nov 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.
This event is full
Open Maker - Innovation Studios
Thu, Nov 06, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Innovation Studio 1,The Gallery
Unleash your creativity during Open Maker Hours, your dedicated time to explore, experiment, and bring ideas to life in our library makerspace!
LEGO Club
Thu, Nov 06, 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. This program is for elementary grade students.
Registration opens Thursday, October 30 2025 at 9:00am
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Thu, Nov 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.
Cyber Safety 101: Techie Teen’s Tips for Virtual Safety
Thu, Nov 06, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Uncover a gold mine of tips and tricks for online safety! Bring your family and friends to an informative session on Wi-Fi basics, spotting scams, recognizing Artificial Intelligence, and much more.
Essence Book Club
Thu, Nov 06, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Online
Lively discussion first Thursday of every month of works by African or African-American authors. This month's discussion is Divine Will, Restless Heart by Mary E.C. Drew
Red Herring Readers - Book Club
Fri, Nov 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Conference Room
Do you love a good mystery? Does it excite you to talk about whodunnit novels you've read? Come to our next book club meeting. There's a seat for you. Join the lively discussion and bring a friend!
Certification - Innovation Studio Classes
Fri, Nov 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined
Demonstrate your knowledge of proper use and procedure for one of the creative devices.
This event is full
Merry Market
Sat, Nov 08, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Central Library - Activity Room,Dizzy Costume,First Floor,Large Meeting Room,Mezzanine,Open Area,Small Meeting Room
Celebrate the season! Shop local art, support community causes, and pick up skills to boost your small business.
Visual Arts Xpressions - Paint & Sip: Kandinsky Circles
Sat, Nov 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Enjoy time creating abstract art with Maggie Kerigan. She'll guide you in the painting of Kandinsky Circles during this free workshop for adults. Materials are provided. Registration is required.
Haunted Hogwarts
Sat, Nov 08, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Climb aboard the Hogwarts Express and join us for a full schedule of wizardry games and classes! Don't forget to dress the part. For witches and wizards in grades K-5. Please register each child.
Registration opens Friday, October 24 2025 at 9:00am
Preservation Studio - Orientation Session
Sun, Nov 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Preservation Studio 1,Preservation Studio 2
Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Preservation Studio equipment. Please only sign up for one session. All other appointments for the studio will be made with staff.
Make & Take Craft Monday
Mon, Nov 10, All day
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
Complete a make and take craft! Available in the Children's room while supplies last.
Crafty Monday
Mon, Nov 10, 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. They will be available all day, while supplies last.
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Mon, Nov 10, 10:15am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Featuring: stories, songs, and fun!
Storytime
Mon, Nov 10, 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, Nov 10, 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. This program is for children ages 0-1 year old.
Monday Morning Movies - The Emperor's New Groove (2000)
Mon, Nov 10, 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 weekly reels that are sure to delight diehard movie goers.
Monday Matinee
Mon, Nov 10, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Get ready for a cinematic adventure! Take a movie break and bring your lunch!
Legal Aid Drop-Ins
Mon, Nov 10, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor
Drop in for consultations with a Legal Aid of Eastern Virginia lawyer. Low-income residents can get guidance on legal issues like eviction, debt, domestic violence, and more for free.
Family Storytime
Mon, Nov 10, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
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.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Mon, Nov 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.
This event is full
Preservation Studio - Orientation Session
Mon, Nov 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Preservation Studio 1,Preservation Studio 2
Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Preservation Studio equipment. Please only sign up for one session. All other appointments for the studio will be made with staff.
Middle School Make It Club
Mon, Nov 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Central Library - Activity Room
Make friends and crafty creations in this after-school club at the Central Library. This club is for middle schoolers only, and all materials will be provided. Registration is required.
Registration opens Monday, November 3 2025 at 9:00am
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Mon, Nov 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.
Teen Night: Sensory Bottles
Mon, Nov 10, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Have you ever used a sensory bottle?! Make your own unique calming bottle using water, glue, glitter, beads, and more. You can give it as a gift or keep for yourself. Registration is required.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Nov 12, 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. This program is for children ages 1-2 years old.
Registration opens Wednesday, November 5 2025 at 12:00am
Family Storytime
Wed, Nov 12, 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.
Family Storytime
Wed, Nov 12, 10:15am - 11:00am
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, Nov 12, 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, Nov 12, 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. This program is for children ages 1-2 years old.
Registration opens Wednesday, November 5 2025 at 12:00am
Family Storytime
Wed, Nov 12, 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, Nov 12, 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.
Friends Social Hour
Wed, Nov 12, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Drop in to our meet-up for differently abled adults to enjoy games, art, activities, and friendship. Socialize and have fun in a relaxed and supportive space. Bring your lunch!
Math and Reading Help
Wed, Nov 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Have fun while working on math and reading! We will reinforce kindergarten and first grade math and reading skills.
This event is full
Family Storytime
Wed, Nov 12, 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.
Homeschool Hour: STEAM - We Are Water Protectors by Carole Lindstrom
Wed, Nov 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
Learn about the Ojibwe fight to protect clean water in this Caldecott Medal picture book! Homeschool families will filter water and learn about Indigenous stewardship and community action.
LEGO Club
Wed, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Stop by for weekly theme-based LEGO challenges for elementary and middle school students. Get creative, solve problems, and make new friends! All materials are provided.
Requiem Reads - Let's Get Uncomfortable Series
Wed, Nov 12, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Join this death doula-led session to reflect, share, and co-create a top 10 book list that honors lost loved ones through stories that stay with us.
Storytime
Thu, Nov 13, 10:15am - 11:15am
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee 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!
Move & Groove
Thu, Nov 13, 10:15am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Come move & groove at the library! Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. A perfect way to shake, shimmy, and smile together!
Preschool STEAM
Thu, Nov 13, 10:15am - 11:00am
Central Library - Activity Room
Explore the world of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math through hands-on experiments and activities. Registration is required. This program is for ages 3-5.
Registration opens Thursday, November 6 2025 at 9:00am
Orientation - MakerBot - Innovation Studio Classes
Thu, Nov 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined
Learn how to use a MakerBot 3D printer.
STEAM Series
Thu, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Swing by to enjoy Lego Club, STEAM Ventures, and Preschool STEAM on a rotating basis. Every week is something new around here!
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Thu, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.
Flight School 101: Paper Airplanes
Thu, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Calling all future pilots! Attend a thrilling introduction to flight school. Brave pilots-in-training will build paper airplanes and fly them through dizzying obstacles.
The Sewcial Club - Innovation Studios
Thu, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Innovation Studio 1,The Gallery
Join our Open Sewing Session! Beginners, hobbyist, and experienced sewist, this event is the perfect opportunity to connect with others who share your passion.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Thu, Nov 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.
Relaxing Charms
Thu, Nov 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Need to de-stress? Relax by designing a charm necklace, bracelet, or earrings. You can bring a charm from home, but jewelry making supplies will be provided.
Bilingual Storytime
Fri, Nov 14, 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 are welcome. No registration is required.
Estate Planning Basics - Let's Get Uncomfortable: End of Life Conversations
Fri, Nov 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Conference Room
Learn about end-of-life legal planning. A short presentation on wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and advance medical directives will be followed by an open topic Q&A session.
Watch Party Friday
Fri, Nov 14, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Step into the unknown with Anna, Elsa, and Olaf during our craft & watch party of Frozen 2 ! This film is rated PG.
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