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Kwanzaa Celebration
2023-12-30 14:00:00 2023-12-30 15:00:00 America/New_York Kwanzaa Celebration Sheila Arnold leads us in a celebration of Kwanzaa, bringing to life the principle of Nia, or “purpose”, through stories, music, and the examples of famous African-American figures who exemplify Nia. Indian River Library - Meeting Room

Saturday, December 30
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-12-30 14:00:00 2023-12-30 15:00:00 America/New_York Kwanzaa Celebration Sheila Arnold leads us in a celebration of Kwanzaa, bringing to life the principle of Nia, or “purpose”, through stories, music, and the examples of famous African-American figures who exemplify Nia. Indian River Library - Meeting Room

Indian River Library

Meeting Room

Sheila Arnold leads us in a celebration of Kwanzaa, bringing to life the principle of Nia, or “purpose”, through stories, music, and the examples of famous African-American figures who exemplify Nia.

Sheila entertains, educates, and empowers her audience through Storytelling, Historic Character Presentations, & more.  She is co-founder and Artistic Director of Artists Standing Strong Together and a consultant for many museums, historical societies, and organizations across the nation.  Sheila has been honored as a 2021 MacDowell artist Fellow and a 2020 Mt. Vernon Research Fellow.

Visit her website at www.mssheila.org today!

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Baby & Toddler Storytime
Thu, Apr 03, 10:15am - 11:15am
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library
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Garden Days
Thu, Apr 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library
Meet me in the garden! Spring is here, and it is time to prepare the community garden for a new season. Learn about preparing and planning a spring garden.
Orientation or 1-on-1 Session - Makerspace
Thu, Apr 03, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1
Schedule a Sewing, Cricut, or Media Lab Orientation. Need personalized guidance? Book a one-on-one session with a staff member to learn about a specific machine, software, or project.
Registration is now closed
Lego Club
Thu, Apr 03, 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, Apr 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Small Meeting Room
Bring your imaginations for Lego building fun! We provide the materials; you provide the creativity! Please register each child individually.
Registration is now closed
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Thu, Apr 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Swing by to enjoy Lego Club, STEAM programs, Crazy 8s, and Tech Time on a rotating basis. Every week is something new around here!
Cancelled
Pokémon Club
Thu, Apr 03, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library
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Essence Book Club
Thu, Apr 03, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
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Fri, Apr 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Calling all mystery fans! Join us for our monthly first Fridays afternoon book club! Pick up titles in advance. This month's novel is "Dark Ride" by Lou Berney.
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Sat, Apr 05, 11:00am - 3:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Community Center - Gymnasium - 2019 Windy Rd, Chesapeake, VA 23324
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Sat, Apr 05, 11:00am - 1:30pm
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Let's Cheer for stories! Enjoy storytime led by the Hugo Owens Middle School Cheerleaders. We'll have a family storytime filled with exciting stories, songs and activities for children.
Free Math Clinic
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Memory Lab - Orientation Session
Sun, Apr 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Monday Maker Labs
Mon, Apr 07, All day
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Activity Time for Adults with Diverse Abilities
Mon, Apr 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm
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Baby and Toddler Storytime
Mon, Apr 07, 10:15am - 10:45am
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Mon, Apr 07, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
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Baby Storytime
Mon, Apr 07, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Please register each child. Ages: 0-1 year old.
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Family Storytime
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Cancelled
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Mon, Apr 07, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library
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Orientation or 1-on-1 Session - Makerspace
Mon, Apr 07, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
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This event is full
Math Help
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This event is full
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Memory Lab - Orientation Session
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Math Help
Mon, Apr 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
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Memory Lab - Orientation Session
Tue, Apr 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
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Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Memory Lab equipment. Please only sign up for one session. All other appointments for the lab will be made with staff.
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Baby and Toddler Storytime
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Preschool Storytime
Tue, Apr 08, 10:15am - 10:45am
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Preschoolers and their caregivers will enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs while growing your love of reading. Please register each child. Open to children ages 3-5.
Family Storytime
Tue, Apr 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.
Rescheduled
Lego and More Create and Discovery Time
Tue, Apr 08, 11:00am - 1:00pm
New date Tuesday, April 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library
Calling all young builders and creators! Join us for an exciting program where imagination takes the lead and creativity knows no bounds.
Lego and More Create and Discovery Time
Tue, Apr 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - The Gallery
Calling all young builders and creators! Join us for an exciting program where imagination takes the lead and creativity knows no bounds.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Apr 08, 11:15am - 11:45am
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Preschoolers and their caregivers will enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs while growing your love of reading. Please register each child. Open to children ages: 3-5.
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Plant Clinic - Sponsored by Virginia Cooperative Extension
Tue, Apr 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Open Area
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Yogi Kids - Children's Yoga Class
Tue, Apr 08, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
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After School Tutoring
Tue, Apr 08, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
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Toddler Storytime
Wed, Apr 09, 9:15am - 9:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregivers. Please register each child. Open to children ages: 1-2.
This event is full
Family Storytime
Wed, Apr 09, 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, Apr 09, 10:15am - 10:45am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
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Wed, Apr 09, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
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Toddler Storytime
Wed, Apr 09, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregivers. Please register each child. Open to children ages: 1-2.
Family Storytime
Wed, Apr 09, 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.
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Wed, Apr 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
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This event is full
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Apr 09, 11:15am - 11:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregivers. Please register each child. Open to children ages: 1-2.
Homeschool Hour: STEAM
Wed, Apr 09, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Can your creation survive a hurricane? Come out to a hands-on STEAM challenge to build and test structures against wind and water! Experiment, problem-solve, and see if your design stands strong.
Cricut Basics: Learn And Create - Makerspace Series
Wed, Apr 09, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - The Gallery
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Learn Microsoft Word Basics
Wed, Apr 09, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Conference Room
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Reading Help
Wed, Apr 09, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Have fun while working on reading comprehension. We will reinforce phonetic skills, vocabulary, fluency and comprehension. Grades: 2-3.
This event is full
Cancelled
Orientation or 1-on-1 Session - Makerspace
Wed, Apr 09, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library
Schedule a Sewing, Cricut, or Media Lab Orientation. Need personalized guidance? Book a one-on-one session with a staff member to learn about a specific machine, software, or project.
Reading Help
Wed, Apr 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Have fun while working on reading comprehension. We will reinforce phonetic skills, vocabulary, fluency and comprehension. Grades: 4-5.
Teen Inspiration Station
Wed, Apr 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
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Drop-in after school to mess around with tech and things like video games, recipes, and more.
Read the Rainbow! - Book Club
Wed, Apr 09, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
The Garage Brewery - 1011 Eden Way N, Chesapeake, VA 23320
Check out our new off-site LGBTQAI+ silent book club, Read the Rainbow, which meets every other month. Read a book of your choice for this meeting's theme: Contemporary, Romance, or Humor!
Baby & Toddler Storytime
Thu, Apr 10, 10:15am - 11:15am
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Begin your little one's lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing and play along. Featuring: stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun! Ages 6-24 months with caregiver.
Garden Days
Thu, Apr 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library
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Orientation or 1-on-1 Session - Makerspace
Thu, Apr 10, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1
Schedule a Sewing, Cricut, or Media Lab Orientation. Need personalized guidance? Book a one-on-one session with a staff member to learn about a specific machine, software, or project.
This event is full
STEAM-Ventures
Thu, Apr 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Swing by to enjoy Lego Club, STEAM programs, Crazy 8s, and Tech Time on a rotating basis. Every week is something new around here!
Pokémon Club
Thu, Apr 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - The Gallery
Embark on a Pokémon Adventure! Bring your own deck or choose from one of our pre-built options, and learn to battle and strategize at any skill level. No trading or selling cards at this program.
Bilingual Storytime
Fri, Apr 11, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Let’s go on a bilingual language adventure combining books and songs in English and Spanish. All ages welcomed. No registration required.
The Sewcial Club - Makerspace
Sat, Apr 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1,The Gallery
Sewist of all levels. Bring your own projects or work on fun beginner projects.
This event is full
Latin Line Dancing - Fitness & Fun
Sun, Apr 13, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
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This event is full
Quilty Kindness
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Memory Lab - Orientation Session
Sun, Apr 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Memory Lab
Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Memory Lab equipment. Please only sign up for one session. All other appointments for the lab will be made with staff.
This event is full
Cancelled
Latin Line Dance - Fitness & Fun
Sun, Apr 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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Sun, Apr 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
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Monday Maker Labs
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Mon, Apr 14, All day
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Garden Days
Mon, Apr 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library
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Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
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South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
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Mon, Apr 14, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1
Schedule a Sewing, Cricut, or Media Lab Orientation. Need personalized guidance? Book a one-on-one session with a staff member to learn about a specific machine, software, or project.
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Mon, Apr 14, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
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Mon, Apr 14, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor
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Muse Mondays
Mon, Apr 14, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Express yourself with a multitude of craft supplies at your fingertips, and get to know your fellow crafters! Different, weekly themes will encourage new ideas.
Memory Lab - Orientation Session
Mon, Apr 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Memory Lab equipment. Please only sign up for one session. All other appointments for the lab will be made with staff.
Family Storytime
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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.
Red Cross Blood Drive
Tue, Apr 15, 10:00am - 3:00pm
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Support our community Blood Drive. Please join our lifesaving mission and schedule an appointment today! Call 1-800-RED CROSS or schedule online.
Spring Fling
Tue, Apr 15, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Youth Services
Hop on over to the library for some exciting spring activities. Kids will enjoy crafts and activity stations.
Memory Lab - Orientation Session
Tue, Apr 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central Library - Memory Lab
Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Memory Lab equipment. Please only sign up for one session. All other appointments for the lab will be made with staff.
Move & Groove
Tue, Apr 15, 10:15am - 10:45am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Enjoy a fun way to develop early literacy skills in your children with music, dancing, singing, stories and exploration of simple musical concepts. Ages 0-6.
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Tue, Apr 15, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun! Ages 6 - 24 months with caregiver.
Family Storytime
Tue, Apr 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.
STEAM Time
Tue, Apr 15, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library
Join us as we explore of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math. Grades K - 5.
This event is full
Deep Creek Reads
Tue, Apr 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Conference Room
Love to share book recommendations with others? Do you enjoy reading a variety of different genre? This book club is for you. Join us the third Tuesday of the month for our afternoon book club.
Plant Clinic - Sponsored by Virginia Cooperative Extension
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Russell Memorial Library - Open Area
Need advice for garden dilemmas? Bring your plant questions to agriculture experts dedicated to beautifying our community, educating the public, and maintaining the environment for the future.
Slay the Stacks Teen Book Club - Virtual
Tue, Apr 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Online Events - Online Event Room 1
Did you read a contemporary, adventure, historical or romance book that you loved or hated during the Spring 2025 challenge? Come talk with us about it during our quarterly meeting and earn a badge.
Activity Afternoon - Tabletop Games
Tue, Apr 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Visit for an afternoon of fun and games. We'll be playing classic tabletop games like Connect Four, Mancala, Jenga, and more! All abilities welcome.
Innovation Studio Classes - Orientation for Creative Devices
Tue, Apr 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined
Learn how to use the 3D printer, a Cricut, and a Glowforge Laser Cutter.
Yogi Kids - Children's Yoga Class
Tue, Apr 15, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Curious about yoga? Learn movement and mindfulness skills, in a playful class, taught by a Registered Children’s Yoga Teacher. Bring a yoga mat or towel and wear comfortable clothes.
Family Storytime
Wed, Apr 16, 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, Apr 16, 10:15am - 10:45am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Storytime
Wed, Apr 16, 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, Apr 16, 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, Apr 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Have fun while working on math and reading. We will reinforce kindergarten and first grade math and reading skills. Grades K-1.
This event is full
Computer Basics
Wed, Apr 16, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Indian River Library - Conference Room
New to computers? Let us help you get started with this beginner's class. We will cover topics on computer terminology and operation, including exercises on how to use a mouse.
Chair Yoga
Wed, Apr 16, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Celebrate Stress Awareness this month and get relaxed during a session of Chair Yoga. Enhance your agility and balance and wind down all with the gentle support of your seat!
Spring Fling
Wed, Apr 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate Spring with themed crafts and games! Then, test out your green thumb in a gardening activity. Enjoy Spring Break at this family-friendly event.
Orientation or 1-on-1 Session - Makerspace
Wed, Apr 16, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1
Schedule a Sewing, Cricut, or Media Lab Orientation. Need personalized guidance? Book a one-on-one session with a staff member to learn about a specific machine, software, or project.
Teen Inspiration Station
Wed, Apr 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Drop-in after school to mess around with tech and things like video games, recipes, and more.
Novel Ladies Book Club
Wed, Apr 16, 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!
Pre-school STEAM-Ventures
Thu, Apr 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Explore the world of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math through hands-on experiments and activities.
Music Makers
Thu, Apr 17, 10:00am - 10:45am
Central Library - Small Meeting Room
Let loose at this fun and interactive music class designed for preschoolers to explore the joys of sound, rhythm, and melody through singing, clapping, dancing, and playing simple instruments.
Registration opens Thursday, April 10 2025 at 9:00am
Baby & Toddler Storytime
Thu, Apr 17, 10:15am - 11:15am
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Begin your little one's lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing and play along. Featuring: stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun! Ages 6-24 months with caregiver.
Garden Days
Thu, Apr 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library
Meet me in the garden! Spring is here, and it is time to prepare the community garden for a new season. Learn about preparing and planning a spring garden.
Orientation or 1-on-1 Session - Makerspace
Thu, Apr 17, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1
Schedule a Sewing, Cricut, or Media Lab Orientation. Need personalized guidance? Book a one-on-one session with a staff member to learn about a specific machine, software, or project.
This event is full
Lego Club
Thu, Apr 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Build, explore, discover and create with Legos. Weekly themes, challenges and free building for ages 5 and up.
STEAM-Ventures
Thu, Apr 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Swing by to enjoy Lego Club, STEAM programs, Crazy 8s, and Tech Time on a rotating basis. Every week is something new around here!
Pokémon Club
Thu, Apr 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - The Gallery
Embark on a Pokémon Adventure! Bring your own deck or choose from one of our pre-built options, and learn to battle and strategize at any skill level. No trading or selling cards at this program.
Yadas Online Book Club - The Hazelbourne Ladies Motorcycle and Flying Club
Thu, Apr 17, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Online Events - Online Event Room 2
Explore contemporary adult fiction and non-fiction with our online book club.
Quilty Kindness
Fri, Apr 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Small Meeting Room
Quilting Club. All are welcome.
Hoppy Bunny Day
Fri, Apr 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Indian River Library - Meeting Room
Hop on in and have an egg-cellent time enjoying crafts, games, and take a picture with the Easter Bunny!
Newborns In Need
Sat, Apr 19, 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. Meets monthly.
Book Bonanza - Friends of the Library Book Sale
Sat, Apr 19, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Stop by to browse from a great selection of books for all ages at this monthly sale. FOL members enjoy early entry at 9:30 a.m. Proceeds benefit library special events and early childhood initiatives.
Onyx Angels - Grief Support for Bereaved Families
Sat, Apr 19, 11:00am - 1:30pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Join Onyx Angels, a grief support group for parents and siblings. Share stories, connect, and honor your loved ones. Lunch is provided, and children are welcome.
Cheerleader Storytime
Sat, Apr 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Youth Services
Let's Cheer for stories! Enjoy storytime led by the Hugo Owens Middle School Cheerleaders. We'll have a family storytime filled with exciting stories, songs and activities for children.
Monday Maker Labs
Mon, Apr 21, 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, Apr 21, All day
Central Library - Youth Services
Looking for a fun craft? Stop by the Youth & Family Services Department anytime on Mondays to participate in our weekly craft. All day, while supplies last.
Garden Days
Mon, Apr 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library
Meet me in the garden! Spring is here, and it is time to prepare the community garden for a new season. Learn about preparing and planning a spring garden.
Friends of the Library Book Sale - Book Sale
Mon, Apr 21, 10:00am - 7:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor
Find your next fascinating read or thrilling video at our monthly book sale. Choose from a selection of Books, audio books, DVDs at bargain prices.
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Mon, Apr 21, 10:15am - 10:45am
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! Ages 6-24 months with caregiver
Storytime
Mon, Apr 21, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Apr 21, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Please register each child. Ages: 0-1 year old.
Registration opens Monday, April 14 2025 at 9:00am
Monday Morning Movies - Turning Red (2022)
Mon, Apr 21, 10:30am - 1:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Start your day with a mid-morning blast of action, adventure, live-action, or comedy. We'll be serving up a weekly smorgasbord of reels sure to delight die-hard movie goers.
Family Storytime
Mon, Apr 21, 11:15am - 11:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Orientation or 1-on-1 Session - Makerspace
Mon, Apr 21, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1
Schedule a Sewing, Cricut, or Media Lab Orientation. Need personalized guidance? Book a one-on-one session with a staff member to learn about a specific machine, software, or project.
This event is full
Introduction to Smartphones
Mon, Apr 21, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Indian River Library - Conference Room
Learn the basics of using a smartphone. Topics include: powering on and off, texting, apps, taking photos, shooting video, and wireless printing in the library from your phone.
Math Help
Mon, Apr 21, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Need help with homework or work on math skills? We can help with counting, money, comparing & ordering numbers, multiplication facts, & more. Grades 2-3.
This event is full
Muse Mondays
Mon, Apr 21, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Express yourself with a multitude of craft supplies at your fingertips, and get to know your fellow crafters! Different, weekly themes will encourage new ideas.
Memory Lab - Orientation Session
Mon, Apr 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Memory Lab
Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Memory Lab equipment. Please only sign up for one session. All other appointments for the lab will be made with staff.
Math Help
Mon, Apr 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Need help with homework or work on math skills? We can help with counting, money, comparing & ordering numbers, multiplication facts, & more. Grades 4-5.
Family Storytime
Tue, Apr 22, 9:30am - 10:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Friends of the Library Book Sale - Book Sale
Tue, Apr 22, 10:00am - 7:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library
Find your next fascinating read or thrilling video at our monthly book sale. Choose from a selection of Books, audio books, DVDs at bargain prices.
Memory Lab - Orientation Session
Tue, Apr 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central Library - Memory Lab
Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Memory Lab equipment. Please only sign up for one session. All other appointments for the lab will be made with staff.
Move & Groove
Tue, Apr 22, 10:15am - 10:45am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Enjoy a fun way to develop early literacy skills in your children with music, dancing, singing, stories and exploration of simple musical concepts. Ages 0-6.
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Tue, Apr 22, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun! Ages 6 - 24 months with caregiver.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Apr 22, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Preschoolers and their caregivers will enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs while growing your love of reading. Please register each child. Open to children ages: 3-5.
Registration opens Tuesday, April 15 2025 at 9:00am
Family Storytime
Tue, Apr 22, 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.
Rescheduled
Lego and More Create and Discovery Time
Tue, Apr 22, 11:00am - 1:00pm
New date Tuesday, April 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library
Calling all young builders and creators! Join us for an exciting program where imagination takes the lead and creativity knows no bounds.
Lego and More Create and Discovery Time
Tue, Apr 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - The Gallery
Calling all young builders and creators! Join us for an exciting program where imagination takes the lead and creativity knows no bounds.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Apr 22, 11:15am - 11:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Preschoolers and their caregivers will enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs while growing your love of reading. Please register each child. Open to children ages: 3-5.
Registration opens Tuesday, April 15 2025 at 9:00am
Internet Basics
Tue, Apr 22, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Indian River Library - Conference Room
Learn how to find and evaluate information online. Topics include learning about browsers, search engines, websites, and hyperlinks.
Yogi Kids - Children's Yoga Class
Tue, Apr 22, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Curious about yoga? Learn movement and mindfulness skills, in a playful class, taught by a Registered Children’s Yoga Teacher. Bring a yoga mat or towel and wear comfortable clothes.
After School Tutoring
Tue, Apr 22, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Major Hillard Library is partnering with Grassfield High School students to offer weekly tutoring sessions in Science, Math, & Reading for students in grades 3-8. Please bring your own materials.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Apr 23, 9:15am - 9:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregivers. Please register each child. Open to children ages: 1-2.
Registration opens Wednesday, April 16 2025 at 9:00am
Family Storytime
Wed, Apr 23, 9:30am - 10:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Friends of the Library Book Sale - Book Sale
Wed, Apr 23, 10:00am - 7:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library
Find your next fascinating read or thrilling video at our monthly book sale. Choose from a selection of Books, audio books, DVDs at bargain prices.
Family Storytime
Wed, Apr 23, 10:15am - 10:45am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Storytime
Wed, Apr 23, 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, Apr 23, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregivers. Please register each child. Open to children ages: 1-2.
Registration opens Wednesday, April 16 2025 at 9:00am
Family Storytime
Wed, Apr 23, 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, Apr 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Have fun while working on math and reading. We will reinforce kindergarten and first grade math and reading skills. Grades K-1.
This event is full
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Apr 23, 11:15am - 11:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregivers. Please register each child. Open to children ages: 1-2.
Registration opens Wednesday, April 16 2025 at 9:00am
Email Basics
Wed, Apr 23, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Indian River Library - Conference Room
Learn how to read and send email using a web-based program. We will cover topics such as composing new messages, reading and replying to messages, attachments, and inbox organization.
Sewing Basics: Master The Machine - Makerspace Series
Wed, Apr 23, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - The Gallery
Learn how to confidently use a sewing machine. Beginners are welcome in this hands-on workshop series!
Learn Microsoft Word Basics
Wed, Apr 23, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Conference Room
Learn how to add, edit, and save text to create a document. Topics will include the ribbon toolbar, formatting, copying and pasting, and printing.
Registration opens Tuesday, April 8 2025 at 10:00am
Reading Help
Wed, Apr 23, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Have fun while working on reading comprehension. We will reinforce phonetic skills, vocabulary, fluency and comprehension. Grades: 2-3.
This event is full
Cancelled
Orientation or 1-on-1 Session - Makerspace
Wed, Apr 23, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library
Schedule a Sewing, Cricut, or Media Lab Orientation. Need personalized guidance? Book a one-on-one session with a staff member to learn about a specific machine, software, or project.
Reading Help
Wed, Apr 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Have fun while working on reading comprehension. We will reinforce phonetic skills, vocabulary, fluency and comprehension. Grades: 4-5.
Teen Inspiration Station
Wed, Apr 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Drop-in after school to mess around with tech and things like video games, recipes, and more.
Coffee and Classics - Book Club
Wed, Apr 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Central Library - Memory Lab
Come drink some coffee or tea and discuss a classic book that you have always wanted to read! Wednesday, April 23rd, "Moby Dick" by Herman Melville. Discussion led by author Lydia Netzer!
Friends of the Library Book Sale - Book Sale
Thu, Apr 24, 10:00am - 7:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library
Find your next fascinating read or thrilling video at our monthly book sale. Choose from a selection of Books, audio books, DVDs at bargain prices.
Baby & Toddler Storytime
Thu, Apr 24, 10:15am - 11:15am
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Begin your little one's lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing and play along. Featuring: stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun! Ages 6-24 months with caregiver.
Garden Days
Thu, Apr 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library
Meet me in the garden! Spring is here, and it is time to prepare the community garden for a new season. Learn about preparing and planning a spring garden.
Orientation or 1-on-1 Session - Makerspace
Thu, Apr 24, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1
Schedule a Sewing, Cricut, or Media Lab Orientation. Need personalized guidance? Book a one-on-one session with a staff member to learn about a specific machine, software, or project.
Innovation Studio Classes - Orientation for Creative Devices
Thu, Apr 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined
Learn how to use the 3D printer, a Cricut, and a Glowforge Laser Cutter.
STEAM-Ventures
Thu, Apr 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Swing by to enjoy Lego Club, STEAM programs, Crazy 8s, and Tech Time on a rotating basis. Every week is something new around here!
Friends of the Library Book Sale - Book Sale
Fri, Apr 25, 10:00am - 5:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library
Find your next fascinating read or thrilling video at our monthly book sale. Choose from a selection of Books, audio books, DVDs at bargain prices.
Bilingual Storytime
Fri, Apr 25, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Let’s go on a bilingual language adventure combining books and songs in English and Spanish. All ages welcomed. No registration required.
Friends of the Library Book Sale - Book Sale
Sat, Apr 26, 10:00am - 5:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library
Find your next fascinating read or thrilling video at our monthly book sale. Choose from a selection of Books, audio books, DVDs at bargain prices.
Journaling - Visual Arts Xpressions
Sat, Apr 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Need inspiration for your next journaling project? Let Susan Owens show you how to turn memories into treasures with art, whimsy, and words. Register to attend. Materials are furnished, and it's free!
Friends of the Library Book Sale - Book Sale
Sun, Apr 27, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library
Find your next fascinating read or thrilling video at our monthly book sale. Choose from a selection of Books, audio books, DVDs at bargain prices.
Free Math Clinic
Sun, Apr 27, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Small Meeting Room
The Virginia Math Club in partnership with the Chesapeake Youth Foundation and the Chesapeake Public Library will provide free personal tutoring in any mathematics up to and including Calculus.
Bunco
Sun, Apr 27, 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.
Memory Lab - Orientation Session
Sun, Apr 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Memory Lab
Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Memory Lab equipment. Please only sign up for one session. All other appointments for the lab will be made with staff.
Crafty Monday
Mon, Apr 28, All day
Central Library - Youth Services
Looking for a fun craft? Stop by the Youth & Family Services Department anytime on Mondays to participate in our weekly craft. All day, while supplies last.
Garden Days
Mon, Apr 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library
Meet me in the garden! Spring is here, and it is time to prepare the community garden for a new season. Learn about preparing and planning a spring garden.
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Mon, Apr 28, 10:15am - 10:45am
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! Ages 6-24 months with caregiver
Storytime
Mon, Apr 28, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Apr 28, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Please register each child. Ages: 0-1 year old.
Registration opens Monday, April 21 2025 at 9:00am
Monday Morning Movies - Treasure Planet (2002)
Mon, Apr 28, 10:30am - 1:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Start your day with a mid-morning blast of action, adventure, live-action, or comedy. We'll be serving up a weekly smorgasbord of reels sure to delight die-hard movie goers.
Family Storytime
Mon, Apr 28, 11:15am - 11:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Orientation or 1-on-1 Session - Makerspace
Mon, Apr 28, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1
Schedule a Sewing, Cricut, or Media Lab Orientation. Need personalized guidance? Book a one-on-one session with a staff member to learn about a specific machine, software, or project.
This event is full
Introduction to Smartphones
Mon, Apr 28, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Indian River Library - Conference Room
Learn the basics of using a smartphone. Topics include: powering on and off, texting, apps, taking photos, shooting video, and wireless printing in the library from your phone.
Math Help
Mon, Apr 28, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Need help with homework or work on math skills? We can help with counting, money, comparing & ordering numbers, multiplication facts, & more. Grades 2-3.
This event is full
Memory Lab - Orientation Session
Mon, Apr 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Memory Lab
Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Memory Lab equipment. Please only sign up for one session. All other appointments for the lab will be made with staff.
Math Help
Mon, Apr 28, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Need help with homework or work on math skills? We can help with counting, money, comparing & ordering numbers, multiplication facts, & more. Grades 4-5.
The Sizzle Squad
Mon, Apr 28, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Indian River Library - Meeting Room
Join a support group focused on Women's health issues. We'll share tips and stories for embracing life's different phases with understanding and compassion.
Memory Lab - Orientation Session
Tue, Apr 29, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central Library - Memory Lab
Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Memory Lab equipment. Please only sign up for one session. All other appointments for the lab will be made with staff.
Move & Groove
Tue, Apr 29, 10:15am - 10:45am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Enjoy a fun way to develop early literacy skills in your children with music, dancing, singing, stories and exploration of simple musical concepts. Ages 0-6.
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Tue, Apr 29, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun! Ages 6 - 24 months with caregiver.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Apr 29, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Preschoolers and their caregivers will enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs while growing your love of reading. Please register each child. Open to children ages: 3-5.
Registration opens Tuesday, April 22 2025 at 9:00am
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Apr 29, 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. Ages: 3-5
Registration opens Tuesday, April 22 2025 at 9:00am
STEAM Time
Tue, Apr 29, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library
Join us as we explore of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math. Grades K - 5.
This event is full
Plant Clinic - Sponsored by Virginia Cooperative Extension
Tue, Apr 29, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation 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.
Activity Afternoon - Paper Card Crafting
Tue, Apr 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Nothing is better than receiving a handmade card! Create one-of-a kind Mother's Day cards to gift all the mother figures in your life. All supplies provided. 
Innovation Studio Classes - Orientation for Creative Devices
Tue, Apr 29, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined
Learn how to use the 3D printer, a Cricut, and a Glowforge Laser Cutter.
Yogi Kids - Children's Yoga Class
Tue, Apr 29, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Curious about yoga? Learn movement and mindfulness skills, in a playful class, taught by a Registered Children’s Yoga Teacher. Bring a yoga mat or towel and wear comfortable clothes.
After School Tutoring
Tue, Apr 29, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Major Hillard Library is partnering with Grassfield High School students to offer weekly tutoring sessions in Science, Math, & Reading for students in grades 3-8. Please bring your own materials.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Apr 30, 9:15am - 9:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregivers. Please register each child. Ages: 1-2
Registration opens Wednesday, April 23 2025 at 9:00am
Family Storytime
Wed, Apr 30, 10:15am - 10:45am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Storytime
Wed, Apr 30, 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, Apr 30, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregivers. Please register each child. Ages: 1-2
Registration opens Wednesday, April 23 2025 at 9:00am
Math and Reading Help
Wed, Apr 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Have fun while working on math and reading. We will reinforce kindergarten and first grade math and reading skills. Grades K-1.
This event is full
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Apr 30, 11:15am - 11:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregivers. Please register each child. Ages: 1-2
Registration opens Wednesday, April 23 2025 at 9:00am
Homeschool Hour - Story and Craft Time
Wed, Apr 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Read some of the best books in all of children's literature with us and create art projects based on the books.
Google Documents Basics
Wed, Apr 30, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Indian River Library - Conference Room
Get comfortable with Google Docs! Learn how to use its features for creating, renaming, editing, downloading, and printing documents.
Reading Help
Wed, Apr 30, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Have fun while working on reading comprehension. We will reinforce phonetic skills, vocabulary, fluency and comprehension. Grades: 2-3.
This event is full
S.T.E.A.M. - Ventures
Wed, Apr 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Activity Room
Explore the world of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, & Math through hands-on experiments and activities. Registration required. Please register each child individually. Grade: Elementary School
Registration opens Wednesday, April 23 2025 at 9:00am
Orientation or 1-on-1 Session - Makerspace
Wed, Apr 30, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1
Schedule a Sewing, Cricut, or Media Lab Orientation. Need personalized guidance? Book a one-on-one session with a staff member to learn about a specific machine, software, or project.
This event is full
Reading Help
Wed, Apr 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Have fun while working on reading comprehension. We will reinforce phonetic skills, vocabulary, fluency and comprehension. Grades: 4-5.
Elizabeth River Artists
Thu, May 01, All day
Russell Memorial Library - Art Wall
Find your new favorite artists! The local group, Elizabeth River Artists, are displaying pieces in watercolor, oil, pastel and mixed media.
Baby & Toddler Storytime
Thu, May 01, 10:15am - 11:15am
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Begin your little one's lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing and play along. Featuring: stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun! Ages 6-24 months with caregiver.
Garden Days
Thu, May 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library
Meet me in the garden! Spring is here, and it is time to prepare the community garden for a new season. Learn about preparing and planning a spring garden.
Orientation or 1-on-1 Session - Makerspace
Thu, May 01, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1
Schedule a Sewing, Cricut, or Media Lab Orientation. Need personalized guidance? Book a one-on-one session with a staff member to learn about a specific machine, software, or project.
Lego Club
Thu, May 01, 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.
Essence Book Club
Thu, May 01, 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 His Name is George Floyd by Robert Samuel and Toluse Olorunnopa
Elizabeth River Artists
Fri, May 02, All day
Russell Memorial Library - Art Wall
Find your new favorite artists! The local group, Elizabeth River Artists, are displaying pieces in watercolor, oil, pastel and mixed media.
Red Herring Readers - Mystery Book Club
Fri, May 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Conference Room
Calling all mystery fans! Join us for our monthly first Fridays afternoon book club! Pick up titles in advance. This month's novel is "Vinyl Resting Place" by Olivia Blacke.
Elizabeth River Artists
Sat, May 03, All day
Russell Memorial Library - Art Wall
Find your new favorite artists! The local group, Elizabeth River Artists, are displaying pieces in watercolor, oil, pastel and mixed media.
Onyx Angels - Grief Support for Bereaved Families
Sat, May 03, 11:00am - 1:30pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Join Onyx Angels, a grief support group for parents and siblings. Share stories, connect, and honor your loved ones. Lunch is provided, and children are welcome.
Cheerleader Storytime
Sat, May 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Youth Services
Let's Cheer for stories! Enjoy storytime led by the Hugo Owens Middle School Cheerleaders. We'll have a family storytime filled with exciting stories, songs and activities for children.
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