This event is in the "3-12 months" group
This event is in the "12-23 months" group

Combined Rhyme Time

9:30am–10:00am
3-12 months, 12-23 months
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Library Branch: Bayside Area Library
Room: Bayside Storytime Room
Age Group: 3-12 months, 12-23 months
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning
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Details:

Build early language and large motor skills through rhyme, songs, book sharing and hands-on activities with your child. Ages 6-24 months with caregiver. Registration is required.

This event is in the "12-23 months" group
This event is in the "2-3 years" group

Toddler Open Play

10:00am–11:30am
12-23 months, 2-3 years
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Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library
Room: Joint-Use Storytime 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 "3-5 years" group

Preschool Open Play

10:00am–12:00pm
3-5 years
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Library Branch: Oceanfront Area Library
Room: Oceanfront Children's Area
Age Group: 3-5 years
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning
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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 "3-5 years" group

Combined Preschool Storytime

10:15am–11:00am
3-5 years
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Library Branch: Oceanfront Area Library
Room: Oceanfront Storytime Room
Age Group: 3-5 years
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning
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Help prepare your child to enter school ready to read!  This Storytime includes books, rhymes, and literacy activities that emphasize alphabet and letter recognition plus activities that support independence and confidence building.

This event is in the "2-3 years" group

Just 2s Storytime

10:30am–11:00am
2-3 years
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Library Branch: Windsor Woods Area Library
Room: Windsor Woods Programming Room
Age Group: 2-3 years
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning
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Boost independence and develop social skills using writing activities, basic concepts (i.e., colors, shapes, letters, etc.), large muscle movement, and social-emotional learning opportunities focusing on the whole child.

This event is in the "3-5 years" group

On My Own Storytime

10:30am–11:15am
3-5 years
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Library Branch: Bayside Area Library
Room: Bayside Storytime Room
Age Group: 3-5 years
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning
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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. Ages 4-5 without caregiver in storytime room.

This event is in the "3-5 years" group

Santa Science

10:30am–11:15am
3-5 years
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Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library
Room: Central Folio Meeting Room
Age Group: 3-5 years
Program Type: STEAM
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Details:

Bring your preschooler to learn about Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math in this interactive Christmas themed program. Age 3-5 with caregiver. Registration is required.

This event is in the "18+ years" group

Pathways to Connections with Westminster Canterbury

10:30am–12:00pm
18+ years
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Library Branch: Bayside Area Library
Room: Bayside Library Meeting Room
Age Group: 18+ years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshops & Lectures
Registration Required
Details:

Bayside Library and Westminster Canterbury are providing a brain-fitness program for older adults designed to maximize physical, mental, and social well-being through fun, stimulating activities. 

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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

Drop-in Combined Preschool Storytime

11:00am–11:30am
3-5 years
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Library Branch: Great Neck Area Library
Room: Great Neck Storytime Room
Age Group: 3-5 years
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning
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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.

This event is in the "18+ years" group

English Conversation Club

11:00am–12:00pm
18+ years
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Library Branch: Kempsville Area Library
Room: Kempsville Meeting Room
Age Group: 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. Teens 16+   Registration is not required.

This event is in the "3-5 years" group

Drop-in Combined Preschool Storytime

11:15am–12:00pm
3-5 years
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Library Branch: Oceanfront Area Library
Room: Oceanfront Storytime Room
Age Group: 3-5 years
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning
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Help prepare your child to enter school ready to read!  This Storytime includes books, rhymes, and literacy activities that emphasize alphabet and letter recognition plus activities that support independence and confidence building.

This event is in the "3-5 years" group

Preschool Art: Winter Holidays

2:00pm–2:45pm
3-5 years
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Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library
Room: Central Libris Meeting Room
Age Group: 3-5 years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
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Details:

Bring your preschooler to explore different artistic styles. This month we will be making a variety of winter holiday crafts. Please wear clothes you don't mind getting messy! Ages 3-5 with caregiver. Registration is required.

This event is in the "18+ years" group

Crafternoons

2:00pm–4:00pm
18+ years
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Library Branch: Bayside Area Library
Room: Bayside Library Meeting Room
Age Group: 18+ years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Details:

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

This event is in the "3-5 years" group

Preschool Science - Hibernation

2:30pm–3:15pm
3-5 years
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Library Branch: Windsor Woods Area Library
Room: Windsor Woods Programming Room
Age Group: 3-5 years
Program Type: STEAM
Details:

Bring your preschooler to learn about Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math in this interactive program. Age 3-5 with caregiver.  Registration is not required. 

This event is in the "18+ years" group

Game On!

2:30pm–4:00pm
18+ years
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Library Branch: Pungo-Blackwater Library
Room: Pungo-Blackwater Storytime Room
Age Group: 18+ years
Program Type: Movies & Entertainment
Registration Required
Details:

Roll in to Pungo-Blackwater Library and try your hand at a variety of fun and fast-paced dice and card games. All levels of players are welcome. Adults. Registration is required.

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

JUL/VB Chess Club

4:30pm–6:30pm
8-11 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 18+ years
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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 "12-14 years" group
This event is in the "14-18 years" group

Make your own Sketchbook!

4:45pm–6:45pm
12-14 years, 14-18 years
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Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library
Room: Princess Anne Meeting Room
Age Group: 12-14 years, 14-18 years
Program Type: Hobbies
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Passionate about art? Learn how to make your own sketchbook in this program!   Grades 6-12. Registration is required. 

This event is in the "12-14 years" group
This event is in the "14-18 years" group

Tabletop Roleplaying Adventures!

5:00pm–6:45pm
12-14 years, 14-18 years
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Library Branch: Oceanfront Area Library
Room: Oceanfront Area Library Meeting Room
Age Group: 12-14 years, 14-18 years
Program Type: Hobbies
Registration Required
Details:

Adventure awaits! Join a new Dungeons & Dragons campaign with other interested teens led by a Library Game Master. No prior experience required, new players welcome! All supplies and character sheets will be provided.