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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

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Certification - Innovation Studio Classes
Fri, Jan 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined
Demonstrate your knowledge of proper use and procedure for one of the creative devices.
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Meet the Artist - Gretchen Boals
Fri, Jan 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Drop by for an evening of art and conversation with local artist, Gretchen Boals. View her paintings, hear her inspiration, and enjoy light refreshments.
Game Time for Teens & Tweens
Sat, Jan 24, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Join us for two hours of gaming fun, including Mario Kart and Super Smash Bros. mini-tournaments!
Bookbinding: Coptic Stitch
Sat, Jan 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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Learn the art of bookbinding! In the ancient tradition of Coptic Binding, multiple signatures and four sheets of paper are sewn in an intricate braid on an exposed spine of a book.
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Weekend Crafternoon - Frosted Mason Jar Luminaries
Sat, Jan 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Cell Phone Photography - Tidewater Arts Outreach
Sat, Jan 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Share your life and explore your world with photography! Learn about composition, focal points, color, and contrast, along with natural light, posing, camera angles, and minor image adjustments.
Make & Take Craft Monday
Mon, Jan 26, All day
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Complete a make and take craft! They are available in the Children's room while supplies last.
Monday Maker Labs
Mon, Jan 26, All day
Russell Memorial Library - Youth Services
Jump into a new world of people, places, and things with themed crafts every Monday.
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Mon, Jan 26, All day
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Looking for a fun craft? Stop by the Youth & Family Services Department anytime on Mondays to participate in our weekly craft. Crafts are available all day, while supplies last.
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Mon, Jan 26, 10:15am - 11:00am
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Baby Storytime
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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 ages 0-1 year old.
Friends Social Hour
Mon, Jan 26, 11:00am - 2:00pm
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Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
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Preservation Studio - Orientation Session
Mon, Jan 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
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Read, Create, and Celebrate: Lewis Carroll
Tue, Jan 27, All day
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Tumble down the rabbit hole to Wonderland to celebrate author Lewis Carroll's birthday! Join the Mad Hatter's craft table to make whimsical crafts and explore his books.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Jan 27, 9:30am - 10:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.
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Tue, Jan 27, 10:00am - 11:00am
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Central Library - Activity Room
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Preschool Storytime
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Toddler Storytime
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Toddler Storytime
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Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
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Math and Reading Help - Students Kindergarten - 1st grade
Wed, Jan 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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Family Storytime
Wed, Jan 28, 11:15am - 11:45am
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Coffee and Classics - Book Club
Wed, Jan 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Come drink some coffee or tea and discuss a classic book that you have always wanted to read! At this meeting we will discuss 'The Iliad' by Homer.
Weekly Movie Time
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Come out and enjoy a family-friendly movie with friends! Movies will be either G or PG.
Storytime
Thu, Jan 29, 10:15am - 11:15am
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
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Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
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Move and Groove
Thu, Jan 29, 10:15am - 11:00am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
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Journal Jam: DIY Bookbinding
Thu, Jan 29, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - The Gallery
Create your own notebook! Learn the saddle stitch and create your own book for drawing, journaling, goal setting, and more. No experience is required; materials are provided.
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Thu, Jan 29, 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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Piece by Piece: Family Puzzle Day
Thu, Jan 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
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Thu, Jan 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Can you hear me now? Have you ever wondered how sound works? Join us for some hands-on experiments to investigate how sounds are made and how they travel from one place to another.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Thu, Jan 29, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
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Friday Morning Movie - Mufasa: The Lion King (2024)
Fri, Jan 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Start your morning off by watching a live action prequel to the Lion King. This is a family-friendly event. Outside refreshments are welcome. It is rated PG and has a runtime of 118 minutes.
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Fri, Jan 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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Demonstrate your knowledge of proper use and procedure for one of the creative devices.
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Russell Reels - Dora and the Lost City of Gold
Sat, Jan 31, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Join your beloved childhood pal Dora the Explorer and her friends on a journey of self-discovery as she transitions from a life in the jungle to a new adventure: as a high schooler! Rated PG.
Maker Meet Up - Innovation Studio Classes
Sat, Jan 31, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined
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At the Table with Black History
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Central Library
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Legacy Trail: Discover Black Excellence - Scavenger Hunt
Sun, Feb 01, All day
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African American Sewcial Threaders Quilt Guild - Black History Month
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Make & Take Craft Monday
Mon, Feb 02, All day
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
Complete a make and take craft! They are available in the Children's room while supplies last.
Monday Maker Labs
Mon, Feb 02, All day
Russell Memorial Library - Youth Services
Jump into a new world of people, places, and things with themed crafts every Monday.
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Mon, Feb 02, All day
Central Library
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Mon, Feb 02, All day
Central Library
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Central Library - Activity Room
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Major Hillard Library - Conference Room,Meeting Room
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Intro to Smartphones
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Tue, Feb 03, All day
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Preservation Studio - Orientation Session
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Central Library - Preservation Studio 1,Preservation Studio 2
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Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
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Tue, Feb 03, 10:15am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
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Preschool Storytime
Tue, Feb 03, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Preschoolers and their caregivers will enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs while growing your love of reading. Please register each child. This program is for children who are 3-5 years old.
Registration opens Tuesday, January 27 2026 at 9:00am
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Feb 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.
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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 children who are 3-5 years old.
Registration opens Tuesday, January 27 2026 at 9:00am
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Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
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Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
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Reader's Theatre
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Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
During this 6-week program, kids will develop acting skills and learn blocking as they rehearse for a short play to be performed for friends and family on the last class of the session.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Tue, Feb 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
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Tue, Feb 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
At the Table with Black History
Wed, Feb 04, All day
Central Library
Taste history at the library. Explore the stacks for recipes inspired by Black stories. Have a favorite? Share a copy in the drop box. At month’s end, we’ll compile recipes for a community cookbook.
Legacy Trail: Discover Black Excellence - Scavenger Hunt
Wed, Feb 04, All day
Central Library
Embark on a dynamic scavenger hunt celebrating Black history, culture, and traditions. Follow clues from icons to milestones that reveal deeper layers of Black excellence—past, present, and future.
African American Sewcial Threaders Quilt Guild - Black History Month
Wed, Feb 04, All day
Central Library - Art Wall
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Toddler Storytime
Wed, Feb 04, 9:15am - 9:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregivers. Please register each child. This program is for ages 1-2 years old.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 28 2026 at 12:00am
Family Storytime
Wed, Feb 04, 9:30am - 10:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Family Storytime
Wed, Feb 04, 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.
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Wed, Feb 04, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Feb 04, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregivers. Please register each child. This program is for ages 1-2 years old.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 28 2026 at 12:00am
Family Storytime
Wed, Feb 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Feb 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
Indian River Library - Main Area
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.
Lunchtime Theater
Wed, Feb 04, 10:30am - 3:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Lunch tastes better with a movie—or two! Pack your meal and join us at the library for a weekly double feature full of big moments, memorable scenes, and cinematic fun.
Math and Reading Help - Students Kindergarten - 1st grade
Wed, Feb 04, 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.
Family Storytime
Wed, Feb 04, 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.
Pet Therapy
Wed, Feb 04, 3:00pm - 4:25pm
Indian River Library - Main Area
Relax with some furry friends!
At the Table with Black History
Thu, Feb 05, All day
Central Library
Taste history at the library. Explore the stacks for recipes inspired by Black stories. Have a favorite? Share a copy in the drop box. At month’s end, we’ll compile recipes for a community cookbook.
Legacy Trail: Discover Black Excellence - Scavenger Hunt
Thu, Feb 05, All day
Central Library
Embark on a dynamic scavenger hunt celebrating Black history, culture, and traditions. Follow clues from icons to milestones that reveal deeper layers of Black excellence—past, present, and future.
African American Sewcial Threaders Quilt Guild - Black History Month
Thu, Feb 05, All day
Central Library - Art Wall
Celebrate 100 years of Black History in 100 quilts. The quilts will be on display throughout the library all month. This year’s theme is “Black Resilience: The Underground Railroad and Beyond”.
Storytime
Thu, Feb 05, 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 to stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun!
Move & Groove
Thu, Feb 05, 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 place to shake, shimmy, and smile together!
Move and Groove
Thu, Feb 05, 10:15am - 11:00am
Major Hillard 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!
Cupid's Crafts
Thu, Feb 05, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - The Gallery
Celebrate the season of love with a fun and creative crafting session for adults and families!
Lego Club
Thu, Feb 05, 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, Feb 05, 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
LEGO Club
Thu, Feb 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Small Meeting Room
Bring your imaginations for Lego building fun! We provide the materials; you provide the creativity! Please register each child individually. This program is for elementary grade students.
Registration opens Thursday, January 29 2026 at 9:00am
Mini STEAM - Build an Air Propulsion Straw Rocket
Thu, Feb 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Big ideas start small! Calling all Preschoolers to come experiment and problem-solve with STEAM activities specially designed for our littlest scientists.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Thu, Feb 05, 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
At the Table with Black History
Fri, Feb 06, All day
Central Library
Taste history at the library. Explore the stacks for recipes inspired by Black stories. Have a favorite? Share a copy in the drop box. At month’s end, we’ll compile recipes for a community cookbook.
Legacy Trail: Discover Black Excellence - Scavenger Hunt
Fri, Feb 06, All day
Central Library
Embark on a dynamic scavenger hunt celebrating Black history, culture, and traditions. Follow clues from icons to milestones that reveal deeper layers of Black excellence—past, present, and future.
African American Sewcial Threaders Quilt Guild - Black History Month
Fri, Feb 06, All day
Central Library - Art Wall
Celebrate 100 years of Black History in 100 quilts. The quilts will be on display throughout the library all month. This year’s theme is “Black Resilience: The Underground Railroad and Beyond”.
Friday Morning Movie - Soul (2020)
Fri, Feb 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Follow the music of your heart to the library to watch an uplifting story full of jazz, wonder, and heart! This is a family-friendly event. It is rated PG and has a runtime of 90 minutes.
Red Herring Readers - Book Club
Fri, Feb 06, 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!
At the Table with Black History
Sat, Feb 07, All day
Central Library
Taste history at the library. Explore the stacks for recipes inspired by Black stories. Have a favorite? Share a copy in the drop box. At month’s end, we’ll compile recipes for a community cookbook.
Legacy Trail: Discover Black Excellence - Scavenger Hunt
Sat, Feb 07, All day
Central Library
Embark on a dynamic scavenger hunt celebrating Black history, culture, and traditions. Follow clues from icons to milestones that reveal deeper layers of Black excellence—past, present, and future.
African American Sewcial Threaders Quilt Guild - Black History Month
Sat, Feb 07, All day
Central Library - Art Wall
Celebrate 100 years of Black History in 100 quilts. The quilts will be on display throughout the library all month. This year’s theme is “Black Resilience: The Underground Railroad and Beyond”.
Money Matters: Financial Education Classes - Financial Education Classes with Navy Federal Credit Union
Sat, Feb 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Russell Memorial Library is partnering with Navy Federal Credit Union to bring you a financial education class series.
Family Movie Saturday - Black History Month
Sat, Feb 07, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Central Library
Celebrate Black History Month with a special screening of SOUL. Enjoy a great movie and complimentary refreshments while supplies last!
Paint Like the Artist - Anderson Johnson
Sat, Feb 07, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Greenbrier Library - Open Area
Elder Johnson is known for painting on unconventional surfaces like furniture and found objects, drawing inspiration from his faith and community. Learn about him while painting what inspires you.
Anderson Johnson: Faith and Folk Art - Black History Month
Sat, Feb 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Anderson Johnson was a local preacher and renowned folk artist who drew his inspiration from God and his community. Hear experts and friends share about his unique paintings, faith, and legacy.
DIY Valentine Card Workshop
Sat, Feb 07, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Conference Room
Make a one-of-a-kind card from the heart! Get together for a fun, meaningful crafting session with supplies and camaraderie provided.
Hip Hop Improv - Black History Month
Sat, Feb 07, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Indian River Library - Meeting Room
Get ready to move, groove, and think on your feet! Arts for Learning Virginia’s Dai Poole blends hip-hop and improv in an energetic workshop full of creativity and fun.
At the Table with Black History
Sun, Feb 08, All day
Central Library
Taste history at the library. Explore the stacks for recipes inspired by Black stories. Have a favorite? Share a copy in the drop box. At month’s end, we’ll compile recipes for a community cookbook.
Legacy Trail: Discover Black Excellence - Scavenger Hunt
Sun, Feb 08, All day
Central Library
Embark on a dynamic scavenger hunt celebrating Black history, culture, and traditions. Follow clues from icons to milestones that reveal deeper layers of Black excellence—past, present, and future.
African American Sewcial Threaders Quilt Guild - Black History Month
Sun, Feb 08, All day
Central Library - Art Wall
Celebrate 100 years of Black History in 100 quilts. The quilts will be on display throughout the library all month. This year’s theme is “Black Resilience: The Underground Railroad and Beyond”.
Bunco
Sun, Feb 08, 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 with library staff. Light refreshments will be provided.
Fresh Food Series - Sponsored by Virginia Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners
Sun, Feb 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Learn about a new edible plant each month!
Make & Take Craft Monday
Mon, Feb 09, All day
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
Complete a make and take craft! They are available in the Children's room while supplies last.
Monday Maker Labs
Mon, Feb 09, All day
Russell Memorial Library - Youth Services
Jump into a new world of people, places, and things with themed crafts every Monday.
Crafty Monday
Mon, Feb 09, All day
Central Library - Youth Services
Looking for a fun craft? Stop by the children's room anytime on Mondays to participate in our weekly craft. Crafts are available all day, while supplies last.
At the Table with Black History
Mon, Feb 09, All day
Central Library
Taste history at the library. Explore the stacks for recipes inspired by Black stories. Have a favorite? Share a copy in the drop box. At month’s end, we’ll compile recipes for a community cookbook.
Legacy Trail: Discover Black Excellence - Scavenger Hunt
Mon, Feb 09, All day
Central Library
Embark on a dynamic scavenger hunt celebrating Black history, culture, and traditions. Follow clues from icons to milestones that reveal deeper layers of Black excellence—past, present, and future.
African American Sewcial Threaders Quilt Guild - Black History Month
Mon, Feb 09, All day
Central Library - Art Wall
Celebrate 100 years of Black History in 100 quilts. The quilts will be on display throughout the library all month. This year’s theme is “Black Resilience: The Underground Railroad and Beyond”.
Busy Babies
Mon, Feb 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Places to go, people to see! Babies are busy bees! Join us for an open sensory play time where your baby can explore and learn.
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Mon, Feb 09, 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!
Baby Storytime
Mon, Feb 09, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing and play along. This program is for ages 0-1 year old.
Friends Social Hour
Mon, Feb 09, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Conference Room,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!
Family Storytime
Mon, Feb 09, 11:15am - 11:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
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Intro to Smartphones
Mon, Feb 09, 1:15pm - 2:00pm
Indian River Library
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.
Legal Aid Drop-Ins
Mon, Feb 09, 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.
Muse Mondays
Mon, Feb 09, 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.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Mon, Feb 09, 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, Feb 09, 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. After learning the equipment, customers can reserve the room.
This event is full
Art for Fun Sake
Mon, Feb 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined
Learn about art history and make a craft! This lesson features Van Gogh and his famous Starry Night. Art supplies are provided and registration is required.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Mon, Feb 09, 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
Middle School Make It Club
Mon, Feb 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Central Library - Activity Room
Make friends and crafty creations in this after-school club. This club is for middle schoolers only, and all materials will be provided. Registration is required.
Registration opens Monday, February 2 2026 at 9:00am
At the Table with Black History
Tue, Feb 10, All day
Central Library
Taste history at the library. Explore the stacks for recipes inspired by Black stories. Have a favorite? Share a copy in the drop box. At month’s end, we’ll compile recipes for a community cookbook.
Legacy Trail: Discover Black Excellence - Scavenger Hunt
Tue, Feb 10, All day
Central Library
Embark on a dynamic scavenger hunt celebrating Black history, culture, and traditions. Follow clues from icons to milestones that reveal deeper layers of Black excellence—past, present, and future.
African American Sewcial Threaders Quilt Guild - Black History Month
Tue, Feb 10, All day
Central Library - Art Wall
Celebrate 100 years of Black History in 100 quilts. The quilts will be on display throughout the library all month. This year’s theme is “Black Resilience: The Underground Railroad and Beyond”.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Feb 10, 9:30am - 10:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.
Preservation Studio - Orientation Session
Tue, Feb 10, 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. After learning the equipment, customers can reserve the room.
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Tue, Feb 10, 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!
Move & Groove
Tue, Feb 10, 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 place to shake, shimmy, and smile together!
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Feb 10, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Preschoolers and their caregivers will enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs while growing your love of reading. Please register each child. This program is for children who are 3-5 years old.
Registration opens Tuesday, February 3 2026 at 9:00am
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Feb 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.
Craft Time: Valentines
Tue, Feb 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined
Adults of diverse abilities are invited to craft and relax. Make a craft, color, or just enjoy the seasonal vibes. Caretakers must remain present.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Feb 10, 11:15am - 11:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Preschoolers and their caregivers will enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs while growing your love of reading. Please register each child. This program is for children who are 3-5 years old.
Registration opens Tuesday, February 3 2026 at 9:00am
Reader's Theatre
Tue, Feb 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
During this 6-week program, kids will develop acting skills and learn blocking as they rehearse for a short play to be performed for friends and family on the last class of the session.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Tue, Feb 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
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Tue, Feb 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.
This event is full
Paint and Sip with David Duck - Black History Month
Tue, Feb 10, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Create a masterpiece with David Duck while sipping on fresh and fruity drinks in celebration of Black History Month.
Read, Create, and Celebrate: Mo Willems & Jane Yolen
Wed, Feb 11, All day
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
Soar to the library to celebrate authors, Mo Willems & Jane Yolens, birthday! Explore books and stomp into themed crafts inspired by giggling pigeons and roaring dinosaurs.
At the Table with Black History
Wed, Feb 11, All day
Central Library
Taste history at the library. Explore the stacks for recipes inspired by Black stories. Have a favorite? Share a copy in the drop box. At month’s end, we’ll compile recipes for a community cookbook.
Legacy Trail: Discover Black Excellence - Scavenger Hunt
Wed, Feb 11, All day
Central Library
Embark on a dynamic scavenger hunt celebrating Black history, culture, and traditions. Follow clues from icons to milestones that reveal deeper layers of Black excellence—past, present, and future.
African American Sewcial Threaders Quilt Guild - Black History Month
Wed, Feb 11, All day
Central Library - Art Wall
Celebrate 100 years of Black History in 100 quilts. The quilts will be on display throughout the library all month. This year’s theme is “Black Resilience: The Underground Railroad and Beyond”.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Feb 11, 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, February 4 2026 at 12:00am
Family Storytime
Wed, Feb 11, 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, Feb 11, 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, Feb 11, 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, Feb 11, 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, February 4 2026 at 12:00am
Family Storytime
Wed, Feb 11, 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, Feb 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Indian River Library - Large Study Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.
Lunchtime Theater
Wed, Feb 11, 10:30am - 3:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Lunch tastes better with a movie—or two! Pack your meal and join us at the library for a weekly double feature full of big moments, memorable scenes, and cinematic fun.
Math and Reading Help - Students Kindergarten - 1st grade
Wed, Feb 11, 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.
Family Storytime
Wed, Feb 11, 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.
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Creating Your Best Resume
Wed, Feb 11, 1:15pm - 2:00pm
Indian River Library
Come out and learn the basics of creating a winning resume. Topics covered will include formatting, organization, and uploading to websites for job seekers.
LEGO Club
Wed, Feb 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Puzzle power! Use your creativity and our LEGOs to build a marble maze. Trade with new friends and see how fast you can run the maze.
Black History Bingo - Black History Month
Wed, Feb 11, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Play bingo with friends and learn fun facts about the rich cultural heritage and contributions of great African Americans, both past and present.
Fresh Food Series - Sponsored by Virginia Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners
Wed, Feb 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Learn about a new edible plant each month!
Read the Rainbow! - Book Club
Wed, Feb 11, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Garage Brewery
Check out our off-site LGBTQAI+ book club, which meets every other month. Read a book of your choice for this meeting's theme: Biography and Memoir!
At the Table with Black History
Thu, Feb 12, All day
Central Library
Taste history at the library. Explore the stacks for recipes inspired by Black stories. Have a favorite? Share a copy in the drop box. At month’s end, we’ll compile recipes for a community cookbook.
Legacy Trail: Discover Black Excellence - Scavenger Hunt
Thu, Feb 12, All day
Central Library
Embark on a dynamic scavenger hunt celebrating Black history, culture, and traditions. Follow clues from icons to milestones that reveal deeper layers of Black excellence—past, present, and future.
African American Sewcial Threaders Quilt Guild - Black History Month
Thu, Feb 12, All day
Central Library - Art Wall
Celebrate 100 years of Black History in 100 quilts. The quilts will be on display throughout the library all month. This year’s theme is “Black Resilience: The Underground Railroad and Beyond”.
Storytime
Thu, Feb 12, 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 to stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun!
Move & Groove
Thu, Feb 12, 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 place to shake, shimmy, and smile together!
Move and Groove
Thu, Feb 12, 10:15am - 11:00am
Major Hillard 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!
Ice Cream Storytime
Thu, Feb 12, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Central Library - Activity Room,Small Meeting Room
Man, I love ice cream! Join us for a sweet STEM storytime.
Registration opens Thursday, February 5 2026 at 9:00am
Glacier Games: Winter Olympics
Thu, Feb 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
A glowing torch, a sprinkle of snow, and games galore! Elementary and middle schoolers compete in fun, friendly challenges in a Mini Winter Olympics. Run, toss, and slide your way to win medals.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Thu, Feb 12, 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
STEAM Series - Cloud in a Jar
Thu, Feb 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Cloudy days ahead with this Cloud in a Jar activity! Learn about weather with us by making your very own cloud!
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Thu, Feb 12, 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
Dungeons & Dragons Workshop
Thu, Feb 12, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Join us for this week's workshop to learn in depth character sheet building.
At the Table with Black History
Fri, Feb 13, All day
Central Library
Taste history at the library. Explore the stacks for recipes inspired by Black stories. Have a favorite? Share a copy in the drop box. At month’s end, we’ll compile recipes for a community cookbook.
Legacy Trail: Discover Black Excellence - Scavenger Hunt
Fri, Feb 13, All day
Central Library
Embark on a dynamic scavenger hunt celebrating Black history, culture, and traditions. Follow clues from icons to milestones that reveal deeper layers of Black excellence—past, present, and future.
African American Sewcial Threaders Quilt Guild - Black History Month
Fri, Feb 13, All day
Central Library - Art Wall
Celebrate 100 years of Black History in 100 quilts. The quilts will be on display throughout the library all month. This year’s theme is “Black Resilience: The Underground Railroad and Beyond”.
Bilingual Storytime
Fri, Feb 13, 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.
My Funny Valentine
Fri, Feb 13, 10:15am - 11:00am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Sweet or silly, pink and frilly? Celebrate Valentine's Day with stories, crafts, and activities.
Estate Planning Basics - Let's Get Uncomfortable: End of Life Conversations
Fri, Feb 13, 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.
At the Table with Black History
Sat, Feb 14, All day
Central Library
Taste history at the library. Explore the stacks for recipes inspired by Black stories. Have a favorite? Share a copy in the drop box. At month’s end, we’ll compile recipes for a community cookbook.
Legacy Trail: Discover Black Excellence - Scavenger Hunt
Sat, Feb 14, All day
Central Library
Embark on a dynamic scavenger hunt celebrating Black history, culture, and traditions. Follow clues from icons to milestones that reveal deeper layers of Black excellence—past, present, and future.
African American Sewcial Threaders Quilt Guild - Black History Month
Sat, Feb 14, All day
Central Library - Art Wall
Celebrate 100 years of Black History in 100 quilts. The quilts will be on display throughout the library all month. This year’s theme is “Black Resilience: The Underground Railroad and Beyond”.
Parsley: Grow Enough to Share - Fresh Food and Polinator Plant Series
Sat, Feb 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Indian River Library - Meeting Room
Master Gardeners and the Virginia Cooperative Extension join forces to discuss the benefits of parsley in the local ecosystem!
Black History Family Game Day
Sat, Feb 14, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Central Library
Play classic games or a Black history trivia game for some family-friendly competition. Family, friends, or solo - everyone is welcome! Participant prizes will be given, so come join in the fun!
Game Time for Teens & Tweens
Sat, Feb 14, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Join us for two hours of gaming fun, including Mario Kart and Super Smash Bros. mini-tournaments!
Pollinator Plant Series - Sponsored by Virginia Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners
Sat, Feb 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Learn about a new plant each month, including how to grow it, how it helps wildlife, and which pollinator or insect relies on that plant for food, too.
Hip Hop Improv - Black History Month
Sat, Feb 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Second Floor
Get ready to move, groove, and think on your feet! Arts for Learning Virginia’s Dai Poole blends hip-hop and improv in an energetic workshop full of creativity and fun.
At the Table with Black History
Sun, Feb 15, All day
Central Library
Taste history at the library. Explore the stacks for recipes inspired by Black stories. Have a favorite? Share a copy in the drop box. At month’s end, we’ll compile recipes for a community cookbook.
Legacy Trail: Discover Black Excellence - Scavenger Hunt
Sun, Feb 15, All day
Central Library
Embark on a dynamic scavenger hunt celebrating Black history, culture, and traditions. Follow clues from icons to milestones that reveal deeper layers of Black excellence—past, present, and future.
African American Sewcial Threaders Quilt Guild - Black History Month
Sun, Feb 15, All day
Central Library - Art Wall
Celebrate 100 years of Black History in 100 quilts. The quilts will be on display throughout the library all month. This year’s theme is “Black Resilience: The Underground Railroad and Beyond”.
At the Table with Black History
Mon, Feb 16, All day
Central Library
Taste history at the library. Explore the stacks for recipes inspired by Black stories. Have a favorite? Share a copy in the drop box. At month’s end, we’ll compile recipes for a community cookbook.
Legacy Trail: Discover Black Excellence - Scavenger Hunt
Mon, Feb 16, All day
Central Library
Embark on a dynamic scavenger hunt celebrating Black history, culture, and traditions. Follow clues from icons to milestones that reveal deeper layers of Black excellence—past, present, and future.
African American Sewcial Threaders Quilt Guild - Black History Month
Mon, Feb 16, All day
Central Library - Art Wall
Celebrate 100 years of Black History in 100 quilts. The quilts will be on display throughout the library all month. This year’s theme is “Black Resilience: The Underground Railroad and Beyond”.
At the Table with Black History
Tue, Feb 17, All day
Central Library
Taste history at the library. Explore the stacks for recipes inspired by Black stories. Have a favorite? Share a copy in the drop box. At month’s end, we’ll compile recipes for a community cookbook.
Legacy Trail: Discover Black Excellence - Scavenger Hunt
Tue, Feb 17, All day
Central Library
Embark on a dynamic scavenger hunt celebrating Black history, culture, and traditions. Follow clues from icons to milestones that reveal deeper layers of Black excellence—past, present, and future.
African American Sewcial Threaders Quilt Guild - Black History Month
Tue, Feb 17, All day
Central Library - Art Wall
Celebrate 100 years of Black History in 100 quilts. The quilts will be on display throughout the library all month. This year’s theme is “Black Resilience: The Underground Railroad and Beyond”.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Feb 17, 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, Feb 17, 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. After learning the equipment, customers can reserve the room.
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Tue, Feb 17, 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!
Move & Groove
Tue, Feb 17, 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 place to shake, shimmy, and smile together!
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Feb 17, 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 children who are 3-5 years old.
Registration opens Tuesday, February 10 2026 at 9:00am
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Feb 17, 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, Feb 17, 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.
Orientation - MakerBot - Innovation Studio Classes
Tue, Feb 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined
Learn how to use a MakerBot Sketch 3D printer.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Feb 17, 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 children who are 3-5 years old.
Registration opens Tuesday, February 10 2026 at 9:00am
Celebrate with a Movie - Black History Month
Tue, Feb 17, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Ready up for "Creed II," an uplifting drama about Apollo Creed's son as he faces his biggest opponent in the boxing ring while learning the value of family.
River Readers Book Club
Tue, Feb 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Indian River Library - Conference Room
Explore a wide variety of books and share enthusiastic discussion. Come together to chat, connect, and enjoy great reads.
Activity Afternoon - Stained Glass Magic (Tissue Paper Edition)
Tue, Feb 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Brighten up your windows and your day with this fun, hands-on craft! Using tissue paper, we will design colorful suncatchers that glow beautifully in the sunlight. All materials will be provided!
Reader's Theatre
Tue, Feb 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
During this 6-week program, kids will develop acting skills and learn blocking as they rehearse for a short play to be performed for friends and family on the last class of the session.
This event is full
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Tue, Feb 17, 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
Tue, Feb 17, 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
At the Table with Black History
Wed, Feb 18, All day
Central Library
Taste history at the library. Explore the stacks for recipes inspired by Black stories. Have a favorite? Share a copy in the drop box. At month’s end, we’ll compile recipes for a community cookbook.
Legacy Trail: Discover Black Excellence - Scavenger Hunt
Wed, Feb 18, All day
Central Library
Embark on a dynamic scavenger hunt celebrating Black history, culture, and traditions. Follow clues from icons to milestones that reveal deeper layers of Black excellence—past, present, and future.
African American Sewcial Threaders Quilt Guild - Black History Month
Wed, Feb 18, All day
Central Library - Art Wall
Celebrate 100 years of Black History in 100 quilts. The quilts will be on display throughout the library all month. This year’s theme is “Black Resilience: The Underground Railroad and Beyond”.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Feb 18, 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, February 11 2026 at 12:00am
Family Storytime
Wed, Feb 18, 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, Feb 18, 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, Feb 18, 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, Feb 18, 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, February 11 2026 at 12:00am
Family Storytime
Wed, Feb 18, 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, Feb 18, 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.
Lunchtime Theater
Wed, Feb 18, 10:30am - 3:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Lunch tastes better with a movie—or two! Pack your meal and join us at the library for a weekly double feature full of big moments, memorable scenes, and cinematic fun.
Math and Reading Help - Students Kindergarten - 1st grade
Wed, Feb 18, 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.
Family Storytime
Wed, Feb 18, 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.
Novel Ladies Book Club
Wed, Feb 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
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!
At the Table with Black History
Thu, Feb 19, All day
Central Library
Taste history at the library. Explore the stacks for recipes inspired by Black stories. Have a favorite? Share a copy in the drop box. At month’s end, we’ll compile recipes for a community cookbook.
Legacy Trail: Discover Black Excellence - Scavenger Hunt
Thu, Feb 19, All day
Central Library
Embark on a dynamic scavenger hunt celebrating Black history, culture, and traditions. Follow clues from icons to milestones that reveal deeper layers of Black excellence—past, present, and future.
African American Sewcial Threaders Quilt Guild - Black History Month
Thu, Feb 19, All day
Central Library - Art Wall
Celebrate 100 years of Black History in 100 quilts. The quilts will be on display throughout the library all month. This year’s theme is “Black Resilience: The Underground Railroad and Beyond”.
Storytime
Thu, Feb 19, 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 to stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun!
Move & Groove
Thu, Feb 19, 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 place to shake, shimmy, and smile together!
Move and Groove
Thu, Feb 19, 10:15am - 11:00am
Major Hillard Library - Activity 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!
Afternoon Steam Adventure - Math Art
Thu, Feb 19, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Drop into the Children's room for hands on learning. Math can be art! Did you know that numbers can be expressed in beautiful art? This program is best for elementary aged children.
Lego Club
Thu, Feb 19, 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, Feb 19, 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
STEAM Series - Walking Water Experiment
Thu, Feb 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Watch water defy gravity! Explore color mixing and capillary action as water "walks" between cups in this eye-catching experiment full of surprises.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Thu, Feb 19, 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
Yadas Virtual Book Club - The View From Lake Como by Adriana Trigiani
Thu, Feb 19, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Russell Memorial Library - Online Event Room 2
Explore contemporary adult fiction and non-fiction with our online book club.
At the Table with Black History
Fri, Feb 20, All day
Central Library
Taste history at the library. Explore the stacks for recipes inspired by Black stories. Have a favorite? Share a copy in the drop box. At month’s end, we’ll compile recipes for a community cookbook.
Legacy Trail: Discover Black Excellence - Scavenger Hunt
Fri, Feb 20, All day
Central Library
Embark on a dynamic scavenger hunt celebrating Black history, culture, and traditions. Follow clues from icons to milestones that reveal deeper layers of Black excellence—past, present, and future.
African American Sewcial Threaders Quilt Guild - Black History Month
Fri, Feb 20, All day
Central Library - Art Wall
Celebrate 100 years of Black History in 100 quilts. The quilts will be on display throughout the library all month. This year’s theme is “Black Resilience: The Underground Railroad and Beyond”.
Friday Morning Movie - The Princess and the Frog (2009)
Fri, Feb 20, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Start your morning by hopping into a bayou fairytale! Cozy up and let the magic begin. This is a family-friendly event. Outside refreshments welcome. It is rated PG and has a runtime of 97 minutes.
Watch Party Friday
Fri, Feb 20, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Join us for a magical watch party of The Princess and the Frog! Bring friends, enjoy the music, and relive Tiana’s inspiring journey. This film is rated G.
At the Table with Black History
Sat, Feb 21, All day
Central Library
Taste history at the library. Explore the stacks for recipes inspired by Black stories. Have a favorite? Share a copy in the drop box. At month’s end, we’ll compile recipes for a community cookbook.
Legacy Trail: Discover Black Excellence - Scavenger Hunt
Sat, Feb 21, All day
Central Library
Embark on a dynamic scavenger hunt celebrating Black history, culture, and traditions. Follow clues from icons to milestones that reveal deeper layers of Black excellence—past, present, and future.
African American Sewcial Threaders Quilt Guild - Black History Month
Sat, Feb 21, All day
Central Library - Art Wall
Celebrate 100 years of Black History in 100 quilts. The quilts will be on display throughout the library all month. This year’s theme is “Black Resilience: The Underground Railroad and Beyond”.
Newborns in Need
Sat, Feb 21, 10:00am - 1:30pm
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Help create infant clothing by use of knitting, sewing, and crocheting. Learn a new skill while helping newborns in the community. This group meets monthly.
Book Bonanza - Friends of the Library Book Sale
Sat, Feb 21, 10:00am - 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 9:00 a.m. Proceeds benefit library special events and early childhood initiatives.
Paws to Read
Sat, Feb 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
Indian River Library - Main Area
Sign up to read to a certified therapy dog. Improve your reading skills and make new canine friends. Please register each child individually.
Certification - Innovation Studio Classes
Sat, Feb 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined
Demonstrate your knowledge of proper use and procedure for one of the creative devices.
This event is full
Family Movie Saturday - Black History Month
Sat, Feb 21, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Central Library
Celebrate Black History Month with a special screening of the 2023 live-action movie, The Little Mermaid. Enjoy a great movie and complimentary refreshments while supplies last!
Weekend Crafternoon - DIY Winter Bird Feeders
Sat, Feb 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Using recycled materials, we will create bird feeders to hang from tree branches. You can use these feeders to attract birds for the Great Backyard Bird Count!
Don't Call it a Book Club
Sat, Feb 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian River Library - Meeting Room
Grab your favorite binge, playlist, or podcast! This club is all about swapping takes on shows, songs, and stories we love.
At the Table with Black History
Sun, Feb 22, All day
Central Library
Taste history at the library. Explore the stacks for recipes inspired by Black stories. Have a favorite? Share a copy in the drop box. At month’s end, we’ll compile recipes for a community cookbook.
Legacy Trail: Discover Black Excellence - Scavenger Hunt
Sun, Feb 22, All day
Central Library
Embark on a dynamic scavenger hunt celebrating Black history, culture, and traditions. Follow clues from icons to milestones that reveal deeper layers of Black excellence—past, present, and future.
African American Sewcial Threaders Quilt Guild - Black History Month
Sun, Feb 22, All day
Central Library - Art Wall
Celebrate 100 years of Black History in 100 quilts. The quilts will be on display throughout the library all month. This year’s theme is “Black Resilience: The Underground Railroad and Beyond”.
Russell Reels - Ever After (1998)
Sun, Feb 22, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Russell Reels brings the community together for fun and entertaining movie screenings at the library—complete with snacks and surprises. Join us for the show! Ever After is rated PG-13.
Stitch Studio: Constellations Embroidery
Sun, Feb 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Stitch the stars! Grades 6-12 will learn embroidery techniques and create celestial designs inspired by the night sky. Blend astronomy and fiber art in this hands-on class. Registration is required.
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