This event is in the "3-5 years" group This event is in the "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Dec 22 2025 Mon Family Holiday Craft: Gingerbread People 2:00pm–4:00pm 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "3-5 years" group This event is in the "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Dec 22 2025 Mon Family Holiday Craft: Gingerbread People 2:00pm–4:00pm Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Upcoming Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Folio Meeting Room Age Group: 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Details: Celebrate the holidays by creating a paper gingerbread person as a family! All craft supplies will be provided.For ages 3-11 and their caregivers. Registration is required. Disclaimer(s) Age Requirement for Registration Registrants must be in the designated age range at the start of the program for all programs. Group Registration Groups of 5 or greater must call the library offering the program to register.
This event is in the "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Dec 22 2025 Mon Technology Petting Zoo 3:30pm–4:30pm 5-7 years, 8-11 years Kempsville Area Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Dec 22 2025 Mon Technology Petting Zoo 3:30pm–4:30pm Kempsville Area Library Upcoming Library Branch: Kempsville Area Library Room: Kempsville Meeting Room Age Group: 5-7 years, 8-11 years Program Type: STEAM Registration Required Details: Ever curious about new (or new to you) technology? Join us for an opportunity to get some hands on experience trying out some of our different technology and coding robots. Ages 5-11. Registration is required. Disclaimer(s) Age Requirement for Registration Registrants must be in the designated age range at the start of the program for all programs. Group Registration Groups of 5 or greater must call the library offering the program to register.
This event is in the "8-11 years" group This event is in the "12-14 years" group This event is in the "14-18 years" group This event is in the "18+ years" group Dec 22 2025 Mon JUL/VB Chess Club 4:30pm–6:30pm 8-11 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 18+ years TCC/City Joint-Use Library This event is in the "8-11 years" group This event is in the "12-14 years" group This event is in the "14-18 years" group This event is in the "18+ years" group Dec 22 2025 Mon JUL/VB Chess Club 4:30pm–6:30pm TCC/City Joint-Use Library Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library Room: Joint-Use Marketplace South Age Group: 8-11 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 18+ years Program Type: Hobbies Details: Rotating competition is organized by the club coordinator. Knowledge of chess rules is required; limited instruction may be provided for beginners. Chess equipment has been generously donated by Virginia Chess Federation, private donor
This event is in the "8-11 years" group This event is in the "12-14 years" group Dec 22 2025 Mon Pokémon Club 5:00pm–6:00pm 8-11 years, 12-14 years TCC/City Joint-Use Library This event is in the "8-11 years" group This event is in the "12-14 years" group Dec 22 2025 Mon Pokémon Club 5:00pm–6:00pm TCC/City Joint-Use Library Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library Room: Joint-Use Storytime Room Age Group: 8-11 years, 12-14 years Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Culture Details: Hang out, play the card game, and make a craft! Bring your Pokémon cards and games to trade, battle, and more with other local players. Ages 9-13. Registration is not required. Disclaimer(s) Age Requirement for Registration Registrants must be in the designated age range at the start of the program for all programs. Group Registration Groups of 5 or greater must call the library offering the program to register.
This event is in the "12-14 years" group This event is in the "14-18 years" group Dec 22 2025 Mon Teen Tabletop Roleplay Adventures! 5:00pm–6:45pm 12-14 years, 14-18 years Princess Anne Area Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "12-14 years" group This event is in the "14-18 years" group Dec 22 2025 Mon Teen Tabletop Roleplay Adventures! 5:00pm–6:45pm Princess Anne Area Library Upcoming Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library Room: Princess Anne Meeting Room Age Group: 12-14 years, 14-18 years Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Details: Adventure awaits! Join an ongoing Dungeons & Dragons adventure with other interested teens led by a Library Game Master. No prior experience required, new players welcome!
This event is in the "3-12 months" group This event is in the "12-23 months" group Dec 23 2025 Tue Combined Rhyme Time 8:30am–9:00am 3-12 months, 12-23 months TCC/City Joint-Use Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "3-12 months" group This event is in the "12-23 months" group Dec 23 2025 Tue Combined Rhyme Time 8:30am–9:00am TCC/City Joint-Use Library Upcoming Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library Room: Joint-Use Storytime Room Age Group: 3-12 months, 12-23 months Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning Registration Required Details: Build early language and large motor skills through rhyme, songs, book sharing, and hands-on activities with your child. Ages 3-24 months with caregiver. Registration is required. Disclaimer(s) Age Requirement for Registration Registrants must be in the designated age range at the start of the program for all programs. Group Registration Groups of 5 or greater must call the library offering the program to register.
This event is in the "3-12 months" group This event is in the "12-23 months" group Dec 23 2025 Tue Combined Rhyme Time 9:15am–9:45am 3-12 months, 12-23 months TCC/City Joint-Use Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "3-12 months" group This event is in the "12-23 months" group Dec 23 2025 Tue Combined Rhyme Time 9:15am–9:45am TCC/City Joint-Use Library Upcoming Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library Room: Joint-Use Storytime Room Age Group: 3-12 months, 12-23 months Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning Registration Required Details: Build early language and large motor skills through rhyme, songs, book sharing, and hands-on activities with your child. Ages 3-24 months with caregiver. Registration is required. Disclaimer(s) Age Requirement for Registration Registrants must be in the designated age range at the start of the program for all programs. Group Registration Groups of 5 or greater must call the library offering the program to register.
This event is in the "3-5 years" group This event is in the "5-7 years" group Dec 23 2025 Tue On My Own 10:00am–10:45am 3-5 years, 5-7 years TCC/City Joint-Use Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "3-5 years" group This event is in the "5-7 years" group Dec 23 2025 Tue On My Own 10:00am–10:45am TCC/City Joint-Use Library Upcoming Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library Room: Joint-Use Storytime Room Age Group: 3-5 years, 5-7 years Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning Registration Required Details: Designed for newly independent preschoolers, this storytime features books, rhymes and literacy-based activities that will help prepare your child to enter school ready to read. Disclaimer(s) Age Requirement for Registration Registrants must be in the designated age range at the start of the program for all programs. Group Registration Groups of 5 or greater must call the library offering the program to register.
This event is in the "12-23 months" group This event is in the "2-3 years" group Dec 23 2025 Tue Toddler Open Play 10:00am–11:30am 12-23 months, 2-3 years Princess Anne Area Library This event is in the "12-23 months" group This event is in the "2-3 years" group Dec 23 2025 Tue Toddler Open Play 10:00am–11:30am Princess Anne Area Library Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library Room: Princess Anne Meeting Room Age Group: 12-23 months, 2-3 years Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning Details: Enjoy a warm and inviting space where you and your child can play and socialize with others in the community. Please note: This is a social event for both caregiver and child, as opposed to a traditionally structured program.
This event is in the "5-7 years" group Dec 23 2025 Tue Junior STEAM Society 10:30am–11:30am 5-7 years Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "5-7 years" group Dec 23 2025 Tue Junior STEAM Society 10:30am–11:30am Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Upcoming Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Folio Meeting Room Age Group: 5-7 years Program Type: STEAM Registration Required Details: Explore Science, Engineering, Technology, Arts and Math in this interactive program. Ages 5-7. Registration is required. Disclaimer(s) Age Requirement for Registration Registrants must be in the designated age range at the start of the program for all programs. Group Registration Groups of 5 or greater must call the library offering the program to register.
This event is in the "3-5 years" group This event is in the "5-7 years" group Dec 23 2025 Tue On My Own 11:00am–11:45am 3-5 years, 5-7 years TCC/City Joint-Use Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "3-5 years" group This event is in the "5-7 years" group Dec 23 2025 Tue On My Own 11:00am–11:45am TCC/City Joint-Use Library Upcoming Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library Room: Joint-Use Storytime Room Age Group: 3-5 years, 5-7 years Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning Registration Required Details: Designed for newly independent preschoolers, this storytime features books, rhymes and literacy-based activities that will help prepare your child to enter school ready to read. Disclaimer(s) Age Requirement for Registration Registrants must be in the designated age range at the start of the program for all programs. Group Registration Groups of 5 or greater must call the library offering the program to register.
This event is in the "14-18 years" group This event is in the "18+ years" group Dec 23 2025 Tue English Conversation Club 11:00am–12:00pm 14-18 years, 18+ years Great Neck Area Library This event is in the "14-18 years" group This event is in the "18+ years" group Dec 23 2025 Tue English Conversation Club 11:00am–12:00pm Great Neck Area Library Library Branch: Great Neck Area Library Room: Great Neck Meeting Room Age Group: 14-18 years, 18+ years Program Type: Discussion Groups Details: If you are a non-native English speaker, join us to practice your conversational English in a friendly setting. Each week we discuss a different topic and do fun activities! Adults. Registration is not required.
This event is in the "5-7 years" group Dec 23 2025 Tue Junior STEAM Society 2:00pm–3:00pm 5-7 years Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "5-7 years" group Dec 23 2025 Tue Junior STEAM Society 2:00pm–3:00pm Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Upcoming Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Folio Meeting Room Age Group: 5-7 years Program Type: STEAM Registration Required Details: Explore Science, Engineering, Technology, Arts and Math in this interactive program. Ages 5-7. Registration is required. Disclaimer(s) Age Requirement for Registration Registrants must be in the designated age range at the start of the program for all programs. Group Registration Groups of 5 or greater must call the library offering the program to register.
This event is in the "12-14 years" group This event is in the "14-18 years" group Dec 23 2025 Tue Teen Board Games 2:00pm–3:00pm 12-14 years, 14-18 years Great Neck Area Library This event is in the "12-14 years" group This event is in the "14-18 years" group Dec 23 2025 Tue Teen Board Games 2:00pm–3:00pm Great Neck Area Library Library Branch: Great Neck Area Library Room: Great Neck Meeting Room Age Group: 12-14 years, 14-18 years Program Type: Hobbies Details: Teens - Join us to play board games. Bring a friend. Ages 12-17, registration is not required. Disclaimer(s) Group Registration Groups of 5 or greater must call the library offering the program to register.
This event is in the "12-14 years" group This event is in the "14-18 years" group This event is in the "18+ years" group Dec 23 2025 Tue CUSTOMER TRAINING: Silhouette Cameo Group Orientation 2:00pm–4:00pm 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 18+ years Great Neck Area Library Sign-up Open Registration Required This event is in the "12-14 years" group This event is in the "14-18 years" group This event is in the "18+ years" group Dec 23 2025 Tue CUSTOMER TRAINING: Silhouette Cameo Group Orientation 2:00pm–4:00pm Great Neck Area Library Sign-up Open Library Branch: Great Neck Area Library Room: Great Neck Library Silhouette Cameo 4 Age Group: 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 18+ years Program Type: Computers & Technology Registration Required Details: Join us for an engaging orientation program focused on the Silhouette Cameo 4 machine! Disclaimer(s) Age Requirement for Registration Registrants must be in the designated age range at the start of the program for all programs. Group Registration Groups of 5 or greater must call the library offering the program to register.
This event is in the "12-14 years" group This event is in the "14-18 years" group Dec 23 2025 Tue Teen Time: Pictionary Relay 4:00pm–5:45pm 12-14 years, 14-18 years Kempsville Area Library This event is in the "12-14 years" group This event is in the "14-18 years" group Dec 23 2025 Tue Teen Time: Pictionary Relay 4:00pm–5:45pm Kempsville Area Library Library Branch: Kempsville Area Library Room: Kempsville Teen Space Age Group: 12-14 years, 14-18 years Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM Details: Join us Tuesday nights for teen-only activities. Enjoy movies, games, crafts, and more, with different selections each week.Ages 12-18. Registration is not required, drop in any time!Weekly Themes: Disclaimer(s) Age Requirement for Registration Registrants must be in the designated age range at the start of the program for all programs. Group Registration Groups of 5 or greater must call the library offering the program to register.
This event is in the "8-11 years" group This event is in the "12-14 years" group Dec 23 2025 Tue Tween Hour: Paracord Knots 4:30pm–5:30pm 8-11 years, 12-14 years TCC/City Joint-Use Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "8-11 years" group This event is in the "12-14 years" group Dec 23 2025 Tue Tween Hour: Paracord Knots 4:30pm–5:30pm TCC/City Joint-Use Library Upcoming Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library Room: Joint-Use Storytime Room Age Group: 8-11 years, 12-14 years Program Type: Hobbies Registration Required Details: Calling all tweens! Knots do more than keep our shoes on! Come learn to tie a new kind of knot or two and create a project you can keep or give as a gift. Ages 9-13. Registration is required. Disclaimer(s) Age Requirement for Registration Registrants must be in the designated age range at the start of the program for all programs. Group Registration Groups of 5 or greater must call the library offering the program to register.
This event is in the "12-14 years" group This event is in the "14-18 years" group This event is in the "18+ years" group Dec 23 2025 Tue CUSTOMER TRAINING: Silhouette Cameo Orientation 5:00pm–6:30pm 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 18+ years Princess Anne Area Library Sign-up Open Registration Required This event is in the "12-14 years" group This event is in the "14-18 years" group This event is in the "18+ years" group Dec 23 2025 Tue CUSTOMER TRAINING: Silhouette Cameo Orientation 5:00pm–6:30pm Princess Anne Area Library Sign-up Open Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library Room: Princess Anne Library Silhouette Cameo 4 Age Group: 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 18+ years Program Type: Computers & Technology Registration Required Details: Learn to use our Silhouette Cameo 4 desktop cutting machine! This orientation session, guided by library staff, covers everything you need to know to begin reserving time to work independently on our Disclaimer(s) Age Requirement for Registration Registrants must be in the designated age range at the start of the program for all programs.
This event is in the "18+ years" group Dec 23 2025 Tue Evening Craft Time 5:30pm–6:30pm 18+ years Princess Anne Area Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "18+ years" group Dec 23 2025 Tue Evening Craft Time 5:30pm–6:30pm Princess Anne Area Library Upcoming Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library Room: Princess Anne Meeting Room Age Group: 18+ years Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Details: Learn how to make 3 different bows for your decorations or your holiday packages. All supplies provided. Registration required. Adults 18+
This event is in the "12-14 years" group This event is in the "14-18 years" group Dec 23 2025 Tue Teen Time: Arts & Crafts! 5:30pm–6:45pm 12-14 years, 14-18 years Oceanfront Area Library This event is in the "12-14 years" group This event is in the "14-18 years" group Dec 23 2025 Tue Teen Time: Arts & Crafts! 5:30pm–6:45pm Oceanfront Area Library Library Branch: Oceanfront Area Library Room: Oceanfront Area Library Meeting Room Age Group: 12-14 years, 14-18 years Program Type: Arts & Crafts Details: Join us Tuesday nights for teen-only activities. Enjoy movies, games, crafts, and more, with different selections each week.Ages 12-18. Registration is not required, drop in any time!Weekly Themes:
This event is in the "12-14 years" group This event is in the "14-18 years" group Dec 23 2025 Tue Teen Writing Club 5:30pm–6:45pm 12-14 years, 14-18 years Bayside Area Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "12-14 years" group This event is in the "14-18 years" group Dec 23 2025 Tue Teen Writing Club 5:30pm–6:45pm Bayside Area Library Upcoming Library Branch: Bayside Area Library Room: Bayside Library Meeting Room Age Group: 12-14 years, 14-18 years Program Type: Hobbies Registration Required Details: Come down to Bayside Area Library and gather with peers to write based on the prompt of the session. Get that creativity flowing!Ages 12-18. Registration required. Disclaimer(s) Age Requirement for Registration Registrants must be in the designated age range at the start of the program for all programs. Group Registration Groups of 5 or greater must call the library offering the program to register.
This event is in the "18+ years" group Dec 23 2025 Tue Books On Tap - Commonwealth Brewery 7:30pm–8:30pm 18+ years Off Site Offsite Event This event is in the "18+ years" group Dec 23 2025 Tue Books On Tap - Commonwealth Brewery 7:30pm–8:30pm Off Site Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: 18+ years Program Type: Books & Authors Details: Meet at Commonwealth Brewery to discuss this month’s selected title, "The Light We Carry" by Michelle Obama.
Dec 24 2025 Wed Christmas Eve All Day All Branches Closing Dec 24 2025 Wed Closing Christmas Eve All Day Branches: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library, Bayside Area Library, Great Neck Area Library, Kempsville Area Library, Oceanfront Area Library, Princess Anne Area Library, Pungo-Blackwater Library, TCC/City Joint-Use Library, Wahab Public Law Library, Windsor Woods Area Library, Bookmobile, Digital Program, Off Site
Dec 25 2025 Thu Christmas Day All Day All Branches Closing Dec 25 2025 Thu Closing Christmas Day All Day Branches: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library, Bayside Area Library, Great Neck Area Library, Kempsville Area Library, Oceanfront Area Library, Princess Anne Area Library, Pungo-Blackwater Library, TCC/City Joint-Use Library, Wahab Public Law Library, Windsor Woods Area Library, Bookmobile, Digital Program, Off Site
