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Essence Book Club
2024-06-06 18:30:00 2024-06-06 20:00:00 America/New_York Essence Book Club Lively discussion first Thursday of every month of works by African or African-American authors. Author Phyllis R. Dixon will discuss her book "Intermission". Online - Zoom - Click the event to join the discussion

Thursday, June 06
6:30pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-06-06 18:30:00 2024-06-06 20:00:00 America/New_York Essence Book Club Lively discussion first Thursday of every month of works by African or African-American authors. Author Phyllis R. Dixon will discuss her book "Intermission". Online - Zoom - Click the event to join the discussion

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Lively discussion first Thursday of every month of works by African or African-American authors. Author Phyllis R. Dixon will discuss her book "Intermission".

AGE GROUP: | Families | Adult |

EVENT TYPE: | Literacy | Arts & Culture |

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Indian River Library
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Indian River Library

Mon, Sep 01 Closed
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Tue, Sep 02 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Sep 03 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Sep 04 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Sep 05 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Sep 06 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Sep 07 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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Design a Book Cover: Community Bookshelf Display - National Library Card Sign-Up Month
Wed, Sep 03, 9:00am - 7:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
Create a book cover for National Library Card Sign-Up Month! Visit the children's room for supplies. Once you've designed your cover bring it to the desk to be put on the community bookshelf display.
Cancelled
Family Storytime
Wed, Sep 03, 9:30am - 10:00am
Russell Memorial Library
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 03, 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 03, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Cancelled
Family Storytime
Wed, Sep 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
Russell Memorial Library
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 03, 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.
Cancelled
Creating Your Best Resume
Wed, Sep 03, 1:15pm - 2:00pm
Indian River Library
Come out and learn the basics of creating a winning resume. Topics covered will include formatting, organization, and uploading to websites for job seekers.
Latin Line Dancing - Fitness & Fun
Wed, Sep 03, 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.
Design a Book Cover: Community Bookshelf Display - National Library Card Sign-Up Month
Thu, Sep 04, 9:00am - 7:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
Create a book cover for National Library Card Sign-Up Month! Visit the children's room for supplies. Once you've designed your cover bring it to the desk to be put on the community bookshelf display.
Weekly Movie Time
Thu, Sep 04, 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 04, 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 04, 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 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library
Meet me in the garden! The summer heat has arrived, and the garden is producing. Come help me tend the community garden and assist with the harvest.
Innovation Studio Classes - Orientation - MakerBot
Thu, Sep 04, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined
Learn how to use a MakerBot 3D printer.
Cancelled
STEAM Series
Thu, Sep 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library
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, Sep 04, 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, Sep 04, 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.
Essence Book Club
Thu, Sep 04, 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 Collected Poems by Sonia Sanchez
Design a Book Cover: Community Bookshelf Display - National Library Card Sign-Up Month
Fri, Sep 05, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
Create a book cover for National Library Card Sign-Up Month! Visit the children's room for supplies. Once you've designed your cover bring it to the desk to be put on the community bookshelf display.
Red Herring Readers - Book Club
Fri, Sep 05, 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!
Art in Greenbrier
Fri, Sep 05, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Drop by for an evening celebrating local creativity! Meet the featured artist, Leyda Rosario Rivera, view the art on display in our gallery space, and enjoy light refreshments. All are welcome.
Design a Book Cover: Community Bookshelf Display - National Library Card Sign-Up Month
Sat, Sep 06, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
Create a book cover for National Library Card Sign-Up Month! Visit the children's room for supplies. Once you've designed your cover bring it to the desk to be put on the community bookshelf display.
Bank On Hampton Roads
Sat, Sep 06, 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
Design a Book Cover: Community Bookshelf Display - National Library Card Sign-Up Month
Sun, Sep 07, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
Create a book cover for National Library Card Sign-Up Month! Visit the children's room for supplies. Once you've designed your cover bring it to the desk to be put on the community bookshelf display.
Rescheduled
Latin Line Dancing - Fitness & Fun
Sun, Sep 07, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
New date Wednesday, September 03, 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.
Veggie Gardening 101
Sun, Sep 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Discover the joys of growing your own food! Learn about the right pots and soil, planting techniques, and troubleshooting container-gardening challenges. Bring your questions and leave inspired!
Preservation Studio - Orientation Session
Sun, Sep 07, 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.
Cancelled
Latin Line Dancing - Fitness & Fun
Sun, Sep 07, 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, Sep 08, 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 08, All day
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
Complete a make and take craft! Available in the Children's room while supplies last.
Design a Book Cover: Community Bookshelf Display - National Library Card Sign-Up Month
Mon, Sep 08, 9:00am - 7:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Open Area
Create a book cover for National Library Card Sign-Up Month! Visit the children's room for supplies. Once you've designed your cover bring it to the desk to be put on the community bookshelf display.
Cancelled
Garden Days
Mon, Sep 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library
Meet me in the garden! The summer heat has arrived, and the garden is producing. Come help me tend the community garden and assist with the harvest.
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Mon, Sep 08, 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 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.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Sep 08, 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 - How to Train Your Dragon (2010)
Mon, Sep 08, 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.
Hurricane Ready - Disaster Preparedness for Seniors
Mon, Sep 08, 10:30am - 11:15am
Central Library - Online Event Room 1,Small Meeting Room
Learn how to prepare for hurricane season with easy steps to stay safe. This session covers forecasts, evacuation zones, and what to do before a storm hits.
Cancelled
Garden Days
Mon, Sep 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library
Meet me in the garden! The summer heat has arrived, and the garden is producing. Come help me tend the community garden and assist with the harvest.
Family Storytime
Mon, Sep 08, 11:15am - 11:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Intro to Smartphones
Mon, Sep 08, 1:15pm - 2:00pm
Indian River Library - Conference Room
Learn the basics of using a smartphone. Topics include: powering on and off, texting, apps, taking photos, shooting video, and wireless printing in the library from your phone.
Legal Aid Drop-Ins
Mon, Sep 08, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor
Drop in for consultations with a Legal Aid of Eastern Virginia lawyer. Low-income residents can get guidance on legal issues like eviction, debt, domestic violence, and more for free.
Follow Your Art - Hispanic Heritage Month
Mon, Sep 08, 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.
This event is full
Muse Mondays
Mon, Sep 08, 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 08, 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.
Teen Night: Comic Quest
Mon, Sep 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Calling all superheroes! Join us for an epic hour of creating comics, brain-busting trivia, and making superhero crafts. Tweens and teens, grades 6-12 are welcome!
Design a Book Cover: Community Bookshelf Display - National Library Card Sign-Up Month
Tue, Sep 09, 9:00am - 7:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
Create a book cover for National Library Card Sign-Up Month! Visit the children's room for supplies. Once you've designed your cover bring it to the desk to be put on the community bookshelf display.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Sep 09, 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, Sep 09, 10:00am - 4:00pm
New venue Great Bridge Community Center - 212 Holt Drive, Chesapeake, Virginia 23322
Support our community Blood Drive. Please join our lifesaving mission and schedule an appointment today! Call 1-800-RED CROSS or schedule online.
Preservation Studio - Orientation Session
Tue, Sep 09, 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 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!
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Tue, Sep 09, 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 09, 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.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Sep 09, 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 09, 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.
The Sewcial Club - Innovation Studios
Tue, Sep 09, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Innovation Studio 1,The Gallery
Join our Open Sewing Session! Whether you're a beginner, hobbyist, or experienced sewist, this open session is the perfect opportunity to connect with others who share your passion.
Innovation Studio Classes - Orientation - Cricut
Tue, Sep 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined
Learn how to use a Cricut cutting machine.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Sep 09, 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.
The Ultimate Gift: Death Binder Workshop - Let's Get Uncomfortable Series
Tue, Sep 09, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Join a local death doula for a thoughtful class on creating a death binder—an organized guide with your wishes, documents, and plans to ease the burden on loved ones.
Plant Clinic - Sponsored by Virginia Cooperative Extension
Tue, Sep 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Greenbrier 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 Tile Coasters
Tue, Sep 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Create, color, and personalize your own tile coasters. Craft beautiful, functional art that is perfect for gifts or home décor. All ages and abilities are welcome. All supplies are provided.
Design a Book Cover: Community Bookshelf Display - National Library Card Sign-Up Month
Wed, Sep 10, 9:00am - 7:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
Create a book cover for National Library Card Sign-Up Month! Visit the children's room for supplies. Once you've designed your cover bring it to the desk to be put on the community bookshelf display.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Sep 10, 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.
Family Storytime
Wed, Sep 10, 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 10, 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 10, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Sep 10, 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.
Family Storytime
Wed, Sep 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Sep 10, 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.
Family Storytime
Wed, Sep 10, 11:15am - 11:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Homeschool Hour: STEAM - The Wild Robot on the Island by Peter Brown
Wed, Sep 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Jump inside this picture book to explore robots through hands-on activities and crafts! This class is for grades K-12. All materials are provided.
Email Basics
Wed, Sep 10, 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.
Innovation Studio Classes - Orientation - Glowforge
Wed, Sep 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined
Learn how to use a Glowforge Laser Cutter.
Design a Book Cover: Community Bookshelf Display - National Library Card Sign-Up Month
Thu, Sep 11, 9:00am - 7:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
Create a book cover for National Library Card Sign-Up Month! Visit the children's room for supplies. Once you've designed your cover bring it to the desk to be put on the community bookshelf display.
Storytime
Thu, Sep 11, 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 11, 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 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library
Meet me in the garden! The summer heat has arrived, and the garden is producing. Come help me tend the community garden and assist with the harvest.
Rescheduled
Open Maker Hours - Innovation Studios
Thu, Sep 11, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
New date Thursday, September 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!
STEAM Series
Thu, Sep 11, 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!
Family Yoga
Thu, Sep 11, 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.
The Ultimate Gift: Death Binder Workshop - Let's Get Uncomfortable Series
Thu, Sep 11, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Join a local death doula for a thoughtful class on creating a death binder—an organized guide with your wishes, documents, and plans to ease the burden on loved ones.
Design a Book Cover: Community Bookshelf Display - National Library Card Sign-Up Month
Fri, Sep 12, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
Create a book cover for National Library Card Sign-Up Month! Visit the children's room for supplies. Once you've designed your cover bring it to the desk to be put on the community bookshelf display.
Get Your Ticket to Kanopy - Using Free Online Resources
Fri, Sep 12, 11:00am - 1:30pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Conference Room
Want to watch a movie? A library card is your ticket to view free films and documentaries on Kanopy. Learn to interact with this online app to stream videos on your electronic devices. It's free!
Design a Book Cover: Community Bookshelf Display - National Library Card Sign-Up Month
Sat, Sep 13, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
Create a book cover for National Library Card Sign-Up Month! Visit the children's room for supplies. Once you've designed your cover bring it to the desk to be put on the community bookshelf display.
Turtle or Tortoise? - Tidewater Rehabilitation and Environmental Education (TREE)
Sat, Sep 13, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Indian River Library - Meeting Room
Meet TREE's ambassador animals up close while learning to identify the key differences between native and non-native turtles and tortoises.
Innovation Studio Classes - Certification
Sat, Sep 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined
Demonstrate your knowledge of proper use and procedure for one of the creative devices.
This event is full
An Evening with Lafayette - Fundraising Gala
Sat, Sep 13, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Central Library - Open Area
Celebrate Lafayette’s enduring legacy with an elegant evening of hors d’oeuvres, champagne, and a Tidewater Winds concert.
Design a Book Cover: Community Bookshelf Display - National Library Card Sign-Up Month
Sun, Sep 14, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
Create a book cover for National Library Card Sign-Up Month! Visit the children's room for supplies. Once you've designed your cover bring it to the desk to be put on the community bookshelf display.
Preservation Studio - Orientation Session
Sun, Sep 14, 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.
Innovation Studio Classes - Introduction: Get to Know the Devices
Sun, Sep 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined
Take the opportunity to see what can be created with the 3D printer, laser cutter, and Cricut Cutting Machine.
Monday Maker Labs
Mon, Sep 15, 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 15, All day
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
Complete a make and take craft! Available in the Children's room while supplies last.
International Dot Day
Mon, Sep 15, 9:00am - 7:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Open Area
Celebrate International Dot Day with us! Something as simple as a dot can spark creativity and bring people together to share their stories, ideas, and artwork.
International Dot Day: Design a Dot - The Dot (Peter H. Reynolds)
Mon, Sep 15, 9:00am - 7:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Open Area
Make your mark and celebrate International Dot Day with us! Decorate a unique dazzling dot to add to the display. Help fill the library with creativity, color, and you!
Friends of the Library - Book Sale
Mon, Sep 15, 10:00am - 7:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor
Unleash your next literary adventure or cinematic thrill at our monthly book sale! Browse a diverse collection of books, audiobooks, and DVDs, all at incredible prices.
Cancelled
Garden Days
Mon, Sep 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library
Meet me in the garden! The summer heat has arrived, and the garden is producing. Come help me tend the community garden and assist with the harvest.
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Mon, Sep 15, 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 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.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Sep 15, 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 - Trolls (2016)
Mon, Sep 15, 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.
When It Strikes: During and After an Emergency - Disaster Preparedness for Seniors
Mon, Sep 15, 10:30am - 11:15am
Central Library - Online Event Room 1,Small Meeting Room
Find out what to do during and just after a storm. We’ll cover safety tips, how to stay informed, and how to protect yourself and your home.
Busy Babies
Mon, Sep 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Places to go, people to see! Babies are busy bees! Join us for an open sensory play time where your baby can explore and learn.
Cancelled
Garden Days
Mon, Sep 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library
Meet me in the garden! The summer heat has arrived, and the garden is producing. Come help me tend the community garden and assist with the harvest.
Family Storytime
Mon, Sep 15, 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.
Intro to Smartphones
Mon, Sep 15, 1:15pm - 2:00pm
Indian River Library - Conference Room
Learn the basics of using a smartphone. Topics include: powering on and off, texting, apps, taking photos, shooting video, and wireless printing in the library from your phone.
Muse Mondays
Mon, Sep 15, 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 15, 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.
Amate Bark Painting - Hispanic Heritage Month
Mon, Sep 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Learn the Mexican folk-art tradition of Amate Bark Painting! This one-hour class introduces kids to this traditional art form where they will paint vibrant birds on paper.
Family Storytime
Mon, Sep 15, 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.
Middle School Make It Club - Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration
Mon, Sep 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Central Library - Activity Room
Make friends and crafty creations in this after-school club at the Central Library. This club is for middle schoolers only, and all materials will be provided. Registration is required.
Registration opens Monday, September 8 2025 at 9:00am
International Dot Day: Design a Dot - The Dot (Peter H. Reynolds)
Tue, Sep 16, 9:00am - 7:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Open Area
Make your mark and celebrate International Dot Day with us! Decorate a unique dazzling dot to add to the display. Help fill the library with creativity, color, and you!
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Sep 16, 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.
Friends of the Library - Book Sale
Tue, Sep 16, 10:00am - 7:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor
Unleash your next literary adventure or cinematic thrill at our monthly book sale! Browse a diverse collection of books, audiobooks, and DVDs, all at incredible prices.
Preservation Studio - Orientation Session
Tue, Sep 16, 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 16, 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 16, 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 16, 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 9 2025 at 9:00am
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Sep 16, 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 16, 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.
Read Aloud - Storytime for Adults with Diverse Abilities
Tue, Sep 16, 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.
The Sewcial Club - Innovation Studios
Tue, Sep 16, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Creative Spaces 1,The Gallery
Join Our Open Sewing Session! Whether you're a beginner, hobbyist, or experienced sewist, this open session is the perfect opportunity to connect with others who share your passion.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Sep 16, 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 9 2025 at 9:00am
Deep Creek Reads - Book Club
Tue, Sep 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Conference Room
Love to share book recommendations with others and enjoy reading a variety of different genres? This book club is for you! Read any book that fits your interests and discuss it with the group.
International Dot Day: Design a Dot - The Dot (Peter H. Reynolds)
Wed, Sep 17, 9:00am - 7:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Open Area
Make your mark and celebrate International Dot Day with us! Decorate a unique dazzling dot to add to the display. Help fill the library with creativity, color, and you!
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Sep 17, 9:15am - 9:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregivers. Please register each child. This program if for children ages: 1-2.
Registration opens Wednesday, September 10 2025 at 9:00am
Family Storytime
Wed, Sep 17, 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
Wed, Sep 17, 10:00am - 7:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor
Unleash your next literary adventure or cinematic thrill at our monthly book sale! Browse a diverse collection of books, audiobooks, and DVDs, all at incredible prices.
Family Storytime
Wed, Sep 17, 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 17, 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 17, 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 10 2025 at 9:00am
Family Storytime
Wed, Sep 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Sep 17, 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.
Family Storytime
Wed, Sep 17, 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.
Using Online Library Resources
Wed, Sep 17, 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.
Dragon Riders Academy - How to Train Your Dragon
Wed, Sep 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Calling all dragon riders to an epic How to Train Your Dragon adventure! Tweens will design a flying dragon, test their Viking skills, and learn about Toothless with a dragon egg hunt.
Novel Ladies Book Club
Wed, Sep 17, 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!
International Dot Day: Design a Dot - The Dot (Peter H. Reynolds)
Thu, Sep 18, 9:00am - 7:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Open Area
Make your mark and celebrate International Dot Day with us! Decorate a unique dazzling dot to add to the display. Help fill the library with creativity, color, and you!
Friends of the Library - Book Sale
Thu, Sep 18, 10:00am - 7:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor
Unleash your next literary adventure or cinematic thrill at our monthly book sale! Browse a diverse collection of books, audiobooks, and DVDs, all at incredible prices.
Weekly Movie Time
Thu, Sep 18, 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 18, 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!
Preschool STEAM
Thu, Sep 18, 10:15am - 11:00am
Central Library - Activity Room
Explore the world of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math through hands-on experiments and activities. Registration is required. This program is for ages 3-5.
Registration opens Thursday, September 11 2025 at 9:00am
Cancelled
Garden Days
Thu, Sep 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library
Meet me in the garden! The summer heat has arrived, and the garden is producing. Come help me tend the community garden and assist with the harvest.
Downton & Tea
Thu, Sep 18, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
It's teatime! Anglophiles come and sample foods served at a typical English Afternoon Tea. Revisit the Crawley family and their servants who prepare to be visited by royalty. Registration is required.
Innovation Studio Classes - Orientation - MakerBot
Thu, Sep 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined
Learn how to use a MakerBot 3D printer.
STEAM Series
Thu, Sep 18, 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, Sep 18, 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.
Dungeons & Dragons (D&D)
Thu, Sep 18, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Major Hillard Library - Conference Room
Gather with fellow D&D fans and slay some dragons in this role play adventure. Best for players with some knowledge of the game.
Yadas Online Book Club - The Wedding People by Alison Espach
Thu, Sep 18, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Online Events - Online Event Room 2
Explore contemporary adult fiction and non-fiction with our online book club.
International Dot Day: Design a Dot - The Dot (Peter H. Reynolds)
Fri, Sep 19, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Open Area
Make your mark and celebrate International Dot Day with us! Decorate a unique dazzling dot to add to the display. Help fill the library with creativity, color, and you!
Friends of the Library - Book Sale
Fri, Sep 19, 10:00am - 5:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor
Unleash your next literary adventure or cinematic thrill at our monthly book sale! Browse a diverse collection of books, audiobooks, and DVDs, all at incredible prices.
Friday Morning Movie: Encanto (2021) - Hispanic Heritage Month
Fri, Sep 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Kick off the morning by enjoying this animated musical about a multigenerational Colombian family living in a magical house. This is a family-friendly event. Outside refreshments are welcome.
Bilingual Storytime - Hispanic Heritage Month
Fri, Sep 19, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Let’s go on a bilingual language adventure combining books and songs in English and Spanish. All ages are welcome. No registration is required.
International Dot Day: Design a Dot - The Dot (Peter H. Reynolds)
Sat, Sep 20, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Open Area
Make your mark and celebrate International Dot Day with us! Decorate a unique dazzling dot to add to the display. Help fill the library with creativity, color, and you!
Newborns in Need
Sat, Sep 20, 10:00am - 1:30pm
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Help create infant clothing by use of knitting, sewing, and crocheting. Learn a new skill while helping newborns in the community. This group meets monthly.
Fall Garden Fair and Plant Swap
Sat, Sep 20, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Main Area
Do you love gardening and plants? Come learn about fall gardening with advice from Master Gardeners. Bring your own plants to swap or buy at the Master Gardener plant sale. Sales are cash only.
Cancelled
Book Bonanza - Friends of the Library Book Sale
Sat, Sep 20, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Central Library
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.
Paws 2 Read
Sat, Sep 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Indian River Library - Main Area
Sign up to read to a certified dog. Improve your reading skills and make new canine friends! This program is for children ages 5 to 10 years old. Please register each child individually.
Black Ink - Block Party & Lit Fest
Sat, Sep 20, 12:00pm - 5:00pm
Don't miss this day of celebration, connection, and artistic expression, all woven together by the thread of powerful stories - featuring a keynote address from author and educator Keenan Jones! 
Live Art Demo with Ladré Daniels - Black Ink: Block Party & Lit Fest
Sat, Sep 20, 1:15pm - 1:45pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Innovation Studio 1,Innovation Studio 2,Innovation Studio 3,Innovation Studio 4
See Norfolk artist Ladré Daniels bring his creativity to life in a live art demo! Through his brand, COPE: Cultivate Our People Everyday, his work celebrates Black culture, self-love, and community!
International Dot Day: Design a Dot - The Dot (Peter H. Reynolds)
Sun, Sep 21, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Open Area
Make your mark and celebrate International Dot Day with us! Decorate a unique dazzling dot to add to the display. Help fill the library with creativity, color, and you!
Bunco
Sun, Sep 21, 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.
Fall and Winter Vegetable Gardening
Sun, Sep 21, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Gardening is for fall and winter, too! Learn what vegetables you can grow, even under the snow - and how to start your own outdoor fall and winter garden.
Preservation Studio - Orientation Session
Sun, Sep 21, 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.
Innovation Studio Classes - Introduction: Get to Know the Devices
Sun, Sep 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined
Take the opportunity to see what can be created with the 3D printer, laser cutter, and Cricut Cutting Machine.
Monday Maker Labs
Mon, Sep 22, 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 22, All day
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
Complete a make and take craft! Available in the Children's room while supplies last.
Design a Library Card Craft - National Library Card Sign-Up Month
Mon, Sep 22, 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 22, 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 22, 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 22, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Sep 22, 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 - Kung Fu Panda (2008)
Mon, Sep 22, 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.
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
Discover what steps to take after an emergency. From cleanup and safety checks to finding help and staying connected, learn how to recover with confidence.
Cancelled
Garden Days
Mon, Sep 22, 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 22, 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 22, 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 22, 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.
Guatemalan Worry Dolls - Hispanic Heritage Month
Mon, Sep 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
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.
Family Storytime
Mon, Sep 22, 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 22, 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, 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.
Design a Library Card Craft - National Library Card Sign-Up Month
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.
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.
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.
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."
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.
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.
This event is full
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.
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.
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.
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
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!
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