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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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Major Hillard Library
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Major Hillard Library

Mon, Sep 15 10:00AM to 7:00PM
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Fri, Sep 19 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Sep 20 10:00AM to 5:00PM
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Mon, Sep 15, All day
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Thu, Sep 18, 10:00am - 7:00pm
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Weekly Movie Time
Thu, Sep 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm
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Thu, Sep 18, 10:15am - 11:15am
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Cancelled
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Downton & Tea
Thu, Sep 18, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
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Thu, Sep 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Thu, Sep 18, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
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Friday Morning Movie: Encanto (2021) - Hispanic Heritage Month
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Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
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Fri, Sep 19, 10:15am - 10:45am
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Sat, Sep 20, All day
Greenbrier Library - Art Wall
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Greenbrier Library - Open Area
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Sat, Sep 20, 10:00am - 1:30pm
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
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Fall Garden Fair and Plant Swap
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Cancelled
Book Bonanza - Friends of the Library Book Sale
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Cancelled
Garden Days
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Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
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South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
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The Aftermath: Resources and Recovery - Disaster Preparedness for Seniors
Mon, Sep 22, 10:30am - 11:15am
Central Library - Online Event Room 1,Small Meeting Room
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Cancelled
Garden Days
Mon, Sep 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library
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Family Storytime
Mon, Sep 22, 11:15am - 11:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
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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.
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Learn how to make traditional Guatemalan Worry Dolls! Kids will craft their own dolls and explore the story behind them. All materials will be provided.
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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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Mon, Sep 22, 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.
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Tue, Sep 23, 9:00am - 7:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
Celebrate National Library Card Sign-Up Month by designing a library card! Show pride for the Greenbrier area of Chesapeake with this craft and display it in your home.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Sep 23, 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, Sep 23, 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, Sep 23, 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, Sep 23, 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, Sep 23, 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.
Registration opens Tuesday, September 16 2025 at 9:00am
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Sep 23, 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, Sep 23, 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, Sep 23, 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.
Registration opens Tuesday, September 16 2025 at 9:00am
Plant Clinic - Sponsored by Virginia Cooperative Extension
Tue, Sep 23, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Open Area
Need advice for garden dilemmas? Bring your plant questions to agriculture experts dedicated to beautifying our community, educating the public, and maintaining the environment for the future.
Activity Afternoon - DIY Stress Balls
Tue, Sep 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Make your own DIY stress ball in this fun, hands-on program! Learn simple ways to relax and reduce stress. All materials are provided.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Tue, Sep 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.
This event is full
Pokémon Club - Scarlet and Violet Trading
Tue, Sep 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Let’s get ready for Pokémon Legends: Z-A! Stop by with your Nintendo Switch and trade Pokémon over Scarlet and Violet with friends. All trades are final.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Tue, Sep 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.
Greenbrier Artist of the Month
Wed, Sep 24, All day
Greenbrier Library - Art Wall
View the work of our featured artist, Leyda Rosario Rivera. Leyda's work revolves around ideas of atypical communication and connections, which she captures via surrealist elements.
Design a Library Card Craft - National Library Card Sign-Up Month
Wed, Sep 24, 9:00am - 7:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
Celebrate National Library Card Sign-Up Month by designing a library card! Show pride for the Greenbrier area of Chesapeake with this craft and display it in your home.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Sep 24, 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.
Registration opens Wednesday, September 17 2025 at 9:00am
Family Storytime
Wed, Sep 24, 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, Sep 24, 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, Sep 24, 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, Sep 24, 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.
Registration opens Wednesday, September 17 2025 at 9:00am
Family Storytime
Wed, Sep 24, 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.
Advanced Directives - Let's Get Uncomfortable Series
Wed, Sep 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
If you were in a medical emergency and couldn't speak, who would voice your wishes? Learn how advance directives can provide valuable healthcare guidance in a time of personal crisis.
Registration is now closed
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Sep 24, 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, Sep 24, 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, Sep 24, 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, Sep 24, 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, Sep 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Open Area
Read some of the best books in all of children's literature with us and create art projects based on the books.
Internet Basics
Wed, Sep 24, 1:15pm - 2:00pm
Indian River Library - Conference Room
Learn how to find and evaluate information online. Topics include learning about browsers, search engines, websites, and hyperlinks.
S.T.E.A.M. - Ventures
Wed, Sep 24, 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, September 17 2025 at 9:00am
Watch Party Wednesday - Hispanic Heritage Month
Wed, Sep 24, 4:00pm - 5:45pm
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Be enchanted by the magic of the Madrigals during our craft & watch party of Encanto! This film is rated PG.
Coffee and Classics - Book Club
Wed, Sep 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Central Library - Small Meeting Room
Come drink some coffee or tea and discuss a classic book that you have always wanted to read! In this meeting, we will discuss "The Complete Poems of Emily Dickinson."
Greenbrier Artist of the Month
Thu, Sep 25, All day
Greenbrier Library - Art Wall
View the work of our featured artist, Leyda Rosario Rivera. Leyda's work revolves around ideas of atypical communication and connections, which she captures via surrealist elements.
Design a Library Card Craft - National Library Card Sign-Up Month
Thu, Sep 25, 9:00am - 7:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
Celebrate National Library Card Sign-Up Month by designing a library card! Show pride for the Greenbrier area of Chesapeake with this craft and display it in your home.
Weekly Movie Time
Thu, Sep 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Indian River Library - Meeting Room
Come out and enjoy a family-friendly movie with friends! Movies will be either G or PG.
Storytime
Thu, Sep 25, 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, Sep 25, 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, Sep 25, 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.
Open Maker Hours - Innovation Studios
Thu, Sep 25, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library
Unleash your creativity during Open Maker Hours, your dedicated time to explore, experiment, and bring ideas to life in our library makerspace!
Innovation Studio Classes - Orientation - Glowforge
Thu, Sep 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined
Learn how to use a Glowforge Laser Cutter.
STEAM Series
Thu, Sep 25, 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, Sep 25, 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, Sep 25, 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.
Greenbrier Artist of the Month
Fri, Sep 26, All day
Greenbrier Library - Art Wall
View the work of our featured artist, Leyda Rosario Rivera. Leyda's work revolves around ideas of atypical communication and connections, which she captures via surrealist elements.
Design a Library Card Craft - National Library Card Sign-Up Month
Fri, Sep 26, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
Celebrate National Library Card Sign-Up Month by designing a library card! Show pride for the Greenbrier area of Chesapeake with this craft and display it in your home.
Quilty Kindness
Fri, Sep 26, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Small Meeting Room
Quilting Club. All are welcome.
Innovation Studio Classes - Certification
Fri, Sep 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined
Demonstrate your knowledge of proper use and procedure for one of the creative devices.
Greenbrier Artist of the Month
Sat, Sep 27, All day
Greenbrier Library - Art Wall
View the work of our featured artist, Leyda Rosario Rivera. Leyda's work revolves around ideas of atypical communication and connections, which she captures via surrealist elements.
Design a Library Card Craft - National Library Card Sign-Up Month
Sat, Sep 27, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
Celebrate National Library Card Sign-Up Month by designing a library card! Show pride for the Greenbrier area of Chesapeake with this craft and display it in your home.
Innovation Studio Classes - Orientation - Cricut
Sat, Sep 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined
Learn how to use a Cricut cutting machine.
Book Bedazzling
Sat, Sep 27, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Elevate your favorite book with our Book Bedazzling program! Participants will transform plain book covers into dazzling works of art by adding colorful rhinestones. Registration is required.
Greenbrier Artist of the Month
Sun, Sep 28, All day
Greenbrier Library - Art Wall
View the work of our featured artist, Leyda Rosario Rivera. Leyda's work revolves around ideas of atypical communication and connections, which she captures via surrealist elements.
Design a Library Card Craft - National Library Card Sign-Up Month
Sun, Sep 28, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
Celebrate National Library Card Sign-Up Month by designing a library card! Show pride for the Greenbrier area of Chesapeake with this craft and display it in your home.
Quilty Kindness
Sun, Sep 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Strategic Learning Lab
Quilting Club. All are welcome.
Preservation Studio - Orientation Session
Sun, Sep 28, 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, Sep 29, 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, Sep 29, All day
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
Complete a make and take craft! Available in the Children's room while supplies last.
Greenbrier Artist of the Month
Mon, Sep 29, All day
Greenbrier Library - Art Wall
View the work of our featured artist, Leyda Rosario Rivera. Leyda's work revolves around ideas of atypical communication and connections, which she captures via surrealist elements.
Design a Library Card Craft - National Library Card Sign-Up Month
Mon, Sep 29, 9:00am - 7:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Open Area
Celebrate National Library Card Sign-Up Month by designing a library card! Show pride for the Greenbrier area of Chesapeake with this craft and display it in your home.
Cancelled
Garden Days
Mon, Sep 29, 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, Sep 29, 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, Sep 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.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Sep 29, 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.
Monday Morning Movies - Madagascar (2005)
Mon, Sep 29, 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, Sep 29, 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, Sep 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.
Muse Mondays
Mon, Sep 29, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Express yourself with a multitude of craft supplies at your fingertips, and get to know your fellow crafters! Different, weekly themes will encourage new ideas.
Preservation Studio - Orientation Session
Mon, Sep 29, 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.
Family Storytime
Mon, Sep 29, 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, Sep 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.
This event is full
Reader's Theatre
Mon, Sep 29, 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 play at the end of class.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Mon, Sep 29, 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.
Greenbrier Artist of the Month
Tue, Sep 30, All day
Greenbrier Library - Art Wall
View the work of our featured artist, Leyda Rosario Rivera. Leyda's work revolves around ideas of atypical communication and connections, which she captures via surrealist elements.
Design a Library Card Craft - National Library Card Sign-Up Month
Tue, Sep 30, 9:00am - 7:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
Celebrate National Library Card Sign-Up Month by designing a library card! Show pride for the Greenbrier area of Chesapeake with this craft and display it in your home.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Sep 30, 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, Sep 30, 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, Sep 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!
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Tue, Sep 30, 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, Sep 30, 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.
Registration opens Tuesday, September 23 2025 at 9:00am
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Sep 30, 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, Sep 30, 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, Sep 30, 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.
Registration opens Tuesday, September 23 2025 at 9:00am
Plant Clinic - Sponsored by Virginia Cooperative Extension
Tue, Sep 30, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library
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.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Tue, Sep 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.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Tue, Sep 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.
Family Storytime
Wed, Oct 01, 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 01, 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 01, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Family Storytime
Wed, Oct 01, 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.
Navigating & Exploring Life's Transitions - Let's Get Uncomfortable Series
Wed, Oct 01, 10:30am - 11:30am
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
If you want to learn more about palliative care, hospice, organ donation, or durable power of attorney, join us for this frank discussion about end-of-life options available to Virginia residents.
Registration is now closed
Friends Social Hour
Wed, Oct 01, 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, Oct 01, 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.
Weekly Movie Time
Thu, Oct 02, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Indian River Library - Meeting Room
Come out and enjoy a family-friendly movie with friends! Movies will be either G or PG.
Storytime
Thu, Oct 02, 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!
Cancelled
Garden Days
Thu, Oct 02, 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.
Innovation Studio Classes - Orientation - Glowforge
Thu, Oct 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined
Learn how to use a Glowforge Laser Cutter.
STEAM Series
Thu, Oct 02, 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!
Lego Club
Thu, Oct 02, 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.
LEGO Club
Thu, Oct 02, 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, September 25 2025 at 9:00am
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Thu, Oct 02, 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.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Thu, Oct 02, 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.
Essence Book Club
Thu, Oct 02, 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 When No One Is Watching by Alyssa Cole
Friday Morning Movie: Coco (2017) - Hispanic Heritage Month
Fri, Oct 03, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Kick off the morning by enjoying this animated film that explores Mexican traditions such as Dia de los Muertos, Day of the Dead. This is a family-friendly event. Outside refreshments are welcome.
Passport to Latin America - Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration
Fri, Oct 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Activity Room
Journey through Latin America! Travel and explore vibrant cultures of Colombia, Peru, and more. Each stop offers crafts, cultural facts, and a sticker for your passport to create a special keepsake.
Red Herring Readers - Book Club
Fri, Oct 03, 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!
Monster Fest
Sat, Oct 04, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Central Library - First Floor,Large Meeting Room,Mezzanine,Open Area,Small Meeting Room
Celebrate 21 years of this popular event! It features panels about films and books of the horror genre, special guests and a costume contest for all ages.
Bank On Hampton Roads
Sat, Oct 04, 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
World Cardmaking Day - Social Workshop
Sat, Oct 04, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Major Hillard Library - Conference Room
Join our crafty community as we create handmade masterpieces. Meet new friends or bring your family. All materials are provided, and all ages and skill levels are welcome.
Rescheduled
Latin Line Dancing - Fitness & Fun
Sun, Oct 05, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
New date Wednesday, October 15, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Central Library
Join our dance “fiesta” with a mix of Latin and island-themed music from bachata, salsa, merengue, and reggaetón. No partner or experience is needed. All abilities are welcome.
Cancelled
Latin Line Dancing - Fitness & Fun
Sun, Oct 05, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Indian River Library
Join our dance “fiesta” with a mix of Latin and island-themed music from bachata, salsa, merengue, and reggaetón. No partner or experience is needed. All abilities are welcome.
Monday Maker Labs
Mon, Oct 06, 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 06, All day
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
Complete a make and take craft! Available in the Children's room while supplies last.
Cancelled
Garden Days
Mon, Oct 06, 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 06, 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 06, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Monday Morning Movies - Casper (1995)
Mon, Oct 06, 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 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.
Follow Your Art
Mon, Oct 06, 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. Program is for ages 6-12.
Registration opens Monday, September 29 2025 at 9:00am
Muse Mondays
Mon, Oct 06, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Express yourself with a multitude of craft supplies at your fingertips, and get to know your fellow crafters! Different, weekly themes will encourage new ideas.
Family Storytime
Mon, Oct 06, 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 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
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Mon, Oct 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.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Oct 07, 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.
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Tue, Oct 07, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun!
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Oct 07, 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.
Innovation Studio Classes - Orientation - Cricut
Tue, Oct 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined
Learn how to use a Cricut cutting machine.
Activity Afternoon: Papel Picado - Hispanic Heritage Month
Tue, Oct 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Celebrate Mexican culture with papel picado! Learn its history and make your own colorful paper art in this hands-on program.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Tue, Oct 07, 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.
Paint Like Frida Kahlo - Hispanic Heritage Month
Tue, Oct 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Discover the bold style of Frida Kahlo! Tweens and teens will explore her art and create their own self-portraits. All materials will be provided. Registration is required.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Tue, Oct 07, 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.
Family Storytime
Wed, Oct 08, 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 08, 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 08, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Family Storytime
Wed, Oct 08, 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.
Math and Reading Help
Wed, Oct 08, 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.
Homeschool Hour: STEAM - St. George and the Dragon by Margaret Hodges
Wed, Oct 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Tame your own dragon! Explore this Caldecott Medal Winner book in a fun STEAM class. Courageous kids in grades K-12 will tame their own dragon by building moving dragons that spark imagination.
Email Basics
Wed, Oct 08, 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.
Sparkle with Taylor: Album Release Party
Wed, Oct 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Calling all Swifties! Shake it off with your besties at the ultimate Taylor Swift album release party. Make friendship bracelets, bedazzle a book, sing, dance, and enter a costume contest.
Read the Rainbow! - Book Club
Wed, Oct 08, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
The Garage Brewery - 1011 Eden Way N, Chesapeake, VA 23320
Check out our off-site LGBTQAI+ book club, which meets every other month. Read a book of your choice for this meeting's theme: Horror and Thrillers!
Storytime
Thu, Oct 09, 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, Oct 09, 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!
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Garden Days
Thu, Oct 09, 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.
Innovation Studio Classes - Orientation - MakerBot
Thu, Oct 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined
Learn how to use a MakerBot 3D printer.
STEAM Series
Thu, Oct 09, 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, Oct 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.
Family Yoga
Thu, Oct 09, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Curious about yoga? Learn movement and mindfulness skills, in a playful class, taught by a Registered Yoga and Children's Yoga Teacher. Bring a yoga mat or towel and wear comfortable clothes.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Thu, Oct 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.
Renaissance Faire
Sat, Oct 11, 11:00am - 4:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room,Atrium,Main Area,Open Area,Youth Services
Come one, come all! Don your Renaissance garb for a day of storytelling, tinkering, shopping, and shows sure to bring forth merriment and mirth.
Writing for Roleplaying Games: Dungeons & Dragons - The Muse Writer's Center
Sat, Oct 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Conference Room
Adventure awaits! Join the Muse Writers Center to learn how to conjure epic quests, craft exciting worlds, and forge thrilling characters for D&D.
Bunco
Sun, Oct 12, 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.
Oyster Shell Decoupage
Sun, Oct 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Explore the art of decoupage in this hands-on class! Learn the basics of working with natural material as we transform oyster shells into treasures. All materials provided—just bring your creativity!
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Oct 14, 9:30am - 10:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.
Red Cross Blood Drive
Tue, Oct 14, 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.
Move and Groove
Tue, Oct 14, 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 14, 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!
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Oct 14, 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.
Read Aloud - Storytime for Adults with Diverse Abilities
Tue, Oct 14, 11:00am - 11:30am
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Listen to short, engaging stories read aloud by library staff. Caretakers are required to remain present. Registration is required.
Registration opens Tuesday, September 30 2025 at 9:00am
Plant Clinic - Sponsored by Virginia Cooperative Extension
Tue, Oct 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
South Norfolk 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.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Tue, Oct 14, 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, Oct 14, 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.
Family Storytime
Wed, Oct 15, 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 15, 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 15, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Family Storytime
Wed, Oct 15, 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.
Friends Social Hour
Wed, Oct 15, 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, Oct 15, 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.
Patterns in Pieces: A Mosaic Workshop - Where Tiny Pieces Create a Grand Vision
Wed, Oct 15, 1:00pm - 2:45pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library
Discover the art of mosaics! Explore color, shape, and texture while using recycled materials to design and assemble your own unique mosaic.
Using Online Library Resources
Wed, Oct 15, 1:15pm - 2:00pm
Indian River Library - Conference Room
Learn the basics of how to use the library's online resources. Topics will include accessing e-books with Libby and Hoopla as well as discovering new books through NoveList Plus.
Novel Ladies Book Club
Wed, Oct 15, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Book lovers, do you want to discover friends you haven't met yet? Gather as we talk about books and the plots, characters, and themes that make each novel a unique work of art!
Latin Line Dancing - Fitness & Fun
Wed, Oct 15, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Central Library - Small Meeting Room
Join our dance “fiesta” with a mix of Latin and island-themed music from bachata, salsa, merengue, and reggaetón. No partner or experience is needed. All abilities are welcome.
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