Bond with your infant in a face-to-face rhyme time and build early language skills through rhymes, repetition, music and baby sign. Children are introduced to quality board books and one-on-one book sharing. Ages 3-12 months with caregiver. Registrat...

Build early language and large motor skills through rhyme, songs, baby sign, and hands-on activities. Ages 6-24 months with caregiver. Registration for this 5 week-long series is required.  Because this class starts before regular librar...

We emphasize alphabet and letter recognition and activities that support independence and confidence building. This storytime includes books, rhymes and literacy activities to help children enter school ready to learn to read. Ages 3-5 with caregiver...

Enjoy a small-group open play stations designed to allow children to explore a variety of sensory experiences. While fun for all children, this program is appropriate for children with specialized sensory processing needs to explore sensory stimulati...

Drop into the library and make a fun color changing lizard craft to take home. All ages. Registration is not required. ...

Join us for an inspiring reading program to help kids find a passion for books. Enjoy stories and fun activities with teen mentors. Planned and presented by students from Green Run Collegiate. Grades K-1. Registration is required.  ...

Join us for a StoryWalk® featuring The Day the Crayons Quit by Drew Daywalt. Engage in fun activities while you read the story and explore outdoors!  All StoryWalks® are located outdoors and may be rescheduled depending on the weather.  ...

Build early language and large motor skills through rhyme, songs, baby sign, and hands-on activities. Ages 6-24 months with caregiver. Registration for this 5 week-long series is required.        ...

We emphasize alphabet and letter recognition and activities that support independence and confidence building. This storytime includes books, rhymes and literacy activities to help children enter school ready to learn to read. Ages 3-5 with caregiver...

Learn the basics of using a computer through hands-on activities. Ages 18+. Registration required. ...

Build early language and large motor skills through rhyme, songs, baby sign, and book sharing. Ages 6-24 months with caregiver. Registration for this 5 week series is required. ...

Onesies Rhyme Time builds early language skills as children move from crawling to walking. Storytimes include rhymes, books, baby sign, and hands-on activities to build pre-reading and large motor skills. Ages 12-24 months with caregiver. Online regi...

Get moving with Tanecia & Tamerah and learn some kid-friendly routines based on original Zumba® choreography, play games, do activities, and explore cultural elements of Zumba. PreK-5th Grade. Online registration is required and begins two wee...

Enjoy a casual chat about popular books. Talk about titles you like and hear what others enjoy. Swap favorites old and new or spread the word about your favorite reads.  ...

We emphasize alphabet and letter recognition and activities that support independence and confidence building. This storytime includes books, rhymes and literacy activities to help children enter school ready to learn to read. Ages 3-5 with caregiver...

Think Gin Rummy using tiles! Learn the rules of this traditional Chinese game and play some Mahjong.  No experience necessary. Grades 6-12 and Adults. Registration required.   ...

Bring your craft, your supplies and your passion! Meet other crafters and creators, share your ideas and get new ones! Adults 18+. Registration is not required.  ...

Learn hand sewing basics to make a Totoro feltie! Sewn or no-sew versions available, supplies provided. Teens, Grades 6-12 Registration is required ...

Reading Buddies is a 4 week reading program that combines one-on-one reading encouragement and group activities to foster a love of reading and build confidence. Children will partner with teen mentors to read, play games and have fun!  Grades K...

Join us at the movies!  Spend some of the warm summer afternoon with us at the library and enjoy a family-friendly film.  Bring your own snacks and get comfy in cinema-land.   This week's feature is The Emperor's New Groov...

Is your child interested in learning Chess, or are they looking for a safe place to play against someone? Look no further than Elementary Chess. Once a month at the Kempsville Area Library, your child will have the opportunity to learn and play ...

JULY BOOK: The Lost Wonderland Diaries by J. Scott Savage  This book is available physically, as an ebook, and an audiobook through the library. Read a book selected last month by 3rd-5th graders, then join in a virtual meeting with o...

Need help storing your bricks or other small items? In this quick craft, you can apply pre-cut vinyl face pieces to a yellow, pre-painted baby food jar.   Each participant will get a kit that includes a baby food jar, pre-cut vinyl face ...

Test your knowledge and compete to become the trivia master! Working alone or in teams, answer a variety of trivia questions to earn points and get your mind fired up!  Grades 6-12.  Registration is required. ...