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Accessibility Hour

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Kempsville Youth Space at Kempsville Area Library
Program Type:
Workshops & Lectures
Age Group:
3-12 months, 12-23 months, 2-3 years, 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years, 9-13 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years

Accessibility Hour is when the Kempsville branch of the library will be opening an hour before our normal operating hours on the last Friday of the month.

Library Branch: Kempsville Area Library
Room: Kempsville Youth Space
Age Group: 3-12 months, 12-23 months, 2-3 years, 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years, 9-13 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years
Program Type: Workshops & Lectures
Details:

Accessibility Hour is when the Kempsville branch of the library will be opening an hour before our normal operating hours on the last Friday of the month.

Disclaimer(s)

Age Requirement for Registration 

Registrants must be in the designated age range at the start of the program for all programs.

A mother helping her daughter with school work at a table

Curious About How to Homeschool and Work?

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Joint-Use Storytime Room at TCC/City Joint-Use Library
Program Type:
Workshops & Lectures
Age Group:
2-3 years, 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years, 9-13 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ years

Thinking about homeschooling? Currently homeschooling but could use some tips? Join this seminar to learn from a seasoned teacher, tutor and homeschooler. We will have fun activities for children as well! Family. Registration is required.

Sign-up Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library
Room: Joint-Use Storytime Room
Age Group: 2-3 years, 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years, 9-13 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ years
Program Type: Workshops & Lectures
Registration Required
Details:

Thinking about homeschooling? Currently homeschooling but could use some tips? Join this seminar to learn from a seasoned teacher, tutor and homeschooler. We will have fun activities for children as well! Family. 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.

For more information please visit libraries.virginiabeach.gov/research-learn/technology.

Bricks at the Beach

05/04/2026 @ 9:00am to 05/08/2026 @ 5:00pm
Pungo-Blackwater Conference Room at Pungo-Blackwater Library
Program Type:
Hobbies, STEAM
Age Group:
5-7 years, 8-11 years, 9-13 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ years

Use your imagination to build creations out of stackable bricks and other materials. Ages 5-11. Registration is not required.

Library Branch: Pungo-Blackwater Library
Room: Pungo-Blackwater Conference Room
Age Group: 5-7 years, 8-11 years, 9-13 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ years
Program Type: Hobbies, STEAM
Details:

Use your imagination to build creations out of stackable bricks and other materials. Ages 5-11. 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.

May the 4th Be With You-Backpack charm

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Pungo-Blackwater Storytime Room at Pungo-Blackwater Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM
Age Group:
8-11 years, 9-13 years
Create - you must, a Baby Yoda paracord backpack charm.
Ages 9-13. Registration  is required. 
Sign-up Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Pungo-Blackwater Library
Room: Pungo-Blackwater Storytime Room
Age Group: 8-11 years, 9-13 years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM
Registration Required
Details:
Create - you must, a Baby Yoda paracord backpack charm.
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.

Blank character sheets for Dungeons & Dragons sit next to a player's handbook, and five black pouches of tabletop gaming dice sit on top.

Tween Tabletop Roleplaying!

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Bayside Library Meeting Room at Bayside Area Library
Program Type:
Hobbies
Age Group:
9-13 years

A new Dungeons & Dragons campaign with other interested tweens led by a Library Game Master. No prior experience required; supplies and character sheets will be provided.

Sign-up Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bayside Area Library
Room: Bayside Library Meeting Room
Age Group: 9-13 years
Program Type: Hobbies
Registration Required
Details:

A new Dungeons & Dragons campaign with other interested tweens led by a Library Game Master. No prior experience required; supplies and character sheets will be provided.

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.

octostudio game on mobile device

Tween Hour: OctoStudio

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Kempsville Meeting Room at Kempsville Area Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
9-13 years

Unleash your imagination in this hands-on digital playground where storytelling meets technology!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Kempsville Area Library
Room: Kempsville Meeting Room
Age Group: 9-13 years
Program Type: STEAM
Registration Required
Details:

Unleash your imagination in this hands-on digital playground where storytelling meets technology!

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.

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Windsor Woods 60th Anniversary Celebration!

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Windsor Woods Programming Room at Windsor Woods Area Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Culture, Storytimes & Early Learning
Age Group:
3-12 months, 12-23 months, 2-3 years, 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years, 9-13 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ years

Windsor Woods Library is turning 60 years old and you're invited to our celebration! We're so excited to celebrate the history of Windsor Woods with our community. This program is for all ages. 

Library Branch: Windsor Woods Area Library
Room: Windsor Woods Programming Room
Age Group: 3-12 months, 12-23 months, 2-3 years, 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years, 9-13 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Culture, Storytimes & Early Learning
Details:

Windsor Woods Library is turning 60 years old and you're invited to our celebration! We're so excited to celebrate the history of Windsor Woods with our community. This program is for all ages. 

Gardening 101: Magic in the Dirt

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:30am
Bayside Library Meeting Room at Bayside Area Library
Program Type:
Hobbies, STEAM, Storytimes & Early Learning, Workshops & Lectures
Age Group:
5-7 years, 8-11 years, 9-13 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ years

Join our Master Gardeners to discover the "Magic in the Dirt" by starting a container garden from scratch.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bayside Area Library
Room: Bayside Library Meeting Room
Age Group: 5-7 years, 8-11 years, 9-13 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ years
Program Type: Hobbies, STEAM, Storytimes & Early Learning, Workshops & Lectures
Registration Required
Details:

Join our Master Gardeners to discover the "Magic in the Dirt" by starting a container garden from scratch.

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.

balloon

Windsor Woods 60th Anniversary: Ryan the Balloon Guy

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Windsor Woods Teen Area at Windsor Woods Area Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
2-3 years, 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years, 9-13 years, 12-14 years

Happy Birthday Windsor Woods! Join Ryan the Balloon Guy as he makes some zany balloon creations you can take home! Registration is required.

Sign-up Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Windsor Woods Area Library
Room: Windsor Woods Teen Area
Age Group: 2-3 years, 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years, 9-13 years, 12-14 years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Details:

Happy Birthday Windsor Woods! Join Ryan the Balloon Guy as he makes some zany balloon creations you can take home! Registration is required.

Disclaimer(s)

Group Registration 

Groups of 5 or greater must call the library offering the program to register.

Chenille Stem Flowers

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Pungo-Blackwater Storytime Room at Pungo-Blackwater Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
9-13 years, 12-14 years

Create beautiful flowers for Mother’s Day out of colorful chenille stems. The perfect craft that everyone can make! Ages 9-14. Registration is required. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Pungo-Blackwater Library
Room: Pungo-Blackwater Storytime Room
Age Group: 9-13 years, 12-14 years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Details:

Create beautiful flowers for Mother’s Day out of colorful chenille stems. The perfect craft that everyone can make! Ages 9-14. 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.

Tween DIY Lava Lamp

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Windsor Woods Programming Room at Windsor Woods Area Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
8-11 years, 9-13 years

It's time to get groovy! Share to good vibes and make your very own DIY Lava Lamp to take home. 

 

Library Branch: Windsor Woods Area Library
Room: Windsor Woods Programming Room
Age Group: 8-11 years, 9-13 years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Details:

It's time to get groovy! Share to good vibes and make your very own DIY Lava Lamp to take home. 

 

Disclaimer(s)

Age Requirement for Registration 

Registrants must be in the designated age range at the start of the program for all programs.

2 teen girls dressed in red and yellow outfits for Indian dance

Enchanted Steps: History Through Dance

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30pm
Central Libris Meeting Room at Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library
Program Type:
Culture, Hobbies, Workshops & Lectures
Age Group:
5-7 years, 8-11 years, 9-13 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 18+ years, 60+ years

Step into a world where movement becomes mythology, and every gesture echoes ancient story. In this workshop, Ami and Mihita will present a small dance number, and break it down using classical dance techniques.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library
Room: Central Libris Meeting Room
Age Group: 5-7 years, 8-11 years, 9-13 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 18+ years, 60+ years
Program Type: Culture, Hobbies, Workshops & Lectures
Registration Required
Details:

Step into a world where movement becomes mythology, and every gesture echoes ancient story. In this workshop, Ami and Mihita will present a small dance number, and break it down using classical dance techniques.

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.

King Neptune statue on a sunny day

Welcome VB

Sunday, May 17, 2026 at 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Central Auditorium, Folio & Libris at Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library
Program Type:
Culture
Age Group:
3-12 months, 12-23 months, 2-3 years, 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years, 9-13 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ years

New to Virginia Beach or want to learn more about your city? Visit Central Library for the opportunity to get your questions answered.

Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library
Room: Central Auditorium, Folio & Libris
Age Group: 3-12 months, 12-23 months, 2-3 years, 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years, 9-13 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ years
Program Type: Culture
Details:

New to Virginia Beach or want to learn more about your city? Visit Central Library for the opportunity to get your questions answered.

Manga Art: Pokémon

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Windsor Woods Programming Room at Windsor Woods Area Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
8-11 years, 9-13 years

Are you a manga lover? If so, come on over and create some manga inspired art with us. Ages 8-12 years. 

Library Branch: Windsor Woods Area Library
Room: Windsor Woods Programming Room
Age Group: 8-11 years, 9-13 years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Details:

Are you a manga lover? If so, come on over and create some manga inspired art with us. Ages 8-12 years. 

Disclaimer(s)

Age Requirement for Registration 

Registrants must be in the designated age range at the start of the program for all programs.

Tween Time: Gratitude Jars

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Princess Anne Meeting Room at Princess Anne Area Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
9-13 years

Do something for yourself this month, create and decorate a gratitude jar where you can store all of your thoughts, feelings, and things you are thankful for!  Materials provided. Ages 9-12. Registration is required. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library
Room: Princess Anne Meeting Room
Age Group: 9-13 years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Details:

Do something for yourself this month, create and decorate a gratitude jar where you can store all of your thoughts, feelings, and things you are thankful for!  Materials provided. Ages 9-12. 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.

White otamatone with case

Tween/Teen Hangout: Music

Friday, May 22, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Windsor Woods Programming Room at Windsor Woods Area Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
9-13 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years

Perfect for homeschoolers. All are welcome! Get ready to make some music with the Otamatone! We'll explore different sounds, practice simple tunes, and even try playing together as a group.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Windsor Woods Area Library
Room: Windsor Woods Programming Room
Age Group: 9-13 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Details:

Perfect for homeschoolers. All are welcome! Get ready to make some music with the Otamatone! We'll explore different sounds, practice simple tunes, and even try playing together as a group.

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.

Day Before Memorial Day

All Day
Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library
Closing
Branches:
Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library

Memorial Day

All Day
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, Technology Services
Closing
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, Technology Services
Paper Airplane

National Paper Airplane Day!

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Joint-Use Storytime Room at TCC/City Joint-Use Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
8-11 years, 9-13 years

Come meet new people, design your own paper airplanes, and participate in challenges!

Ages 8-13. Registration is required.

Weather permitting, part of this program may be outside. Please dress accordingly.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library
Room: Joint-Use Storytime Room
Age Group: 8-11 years, 9-13 years
Program Type: STEAM
Registration Required
Details:

Come meet new people, design your own paper airplanes, and participate in challenges!

Ages 8-13. Registration is required.

Weather permitting, part of this program may be outside. Please dress accordingly.

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.

cheerful kids

Tween Hour: Crafting with Perler Beads

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Joint-Use Storytime Room at TCC/City Joint-Use Library
Program Type:
Hobbies
Age Group:
9-13 years

Join us for colorful fun with perler beads! Create patterns, shapes, animals or characters, and your designs are yours to keep.  Ages 9-13. Registration is required.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library
Room: Joint-Use Storytime Room
Age Group: 9-13 years
Program Type: Hobbies
Registration Required
Details:

Join us for colorful fun with perler beads! Create patterns, shapes, animals or characters, and your designs are yours to keep.  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.

Accessibility Hour

Friday, May 29, 2026 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Kempsville Youth Space at Kempsville Area Library
Program Type:
Workshops & Lectures
Age Group:
3-12 months, 12-23 months, 2-3 years, 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years, 9-13 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years

Accessibility Hour is when the Kempsville branch of the library will be opening an hour before our normal operating hours on the last Friday of the month in order to better serve youth with special needs and their families.

Library Branch: Kempsville Area Library
Room: Kempsville Youth Space
Age Group: 3-12 months, 12-23 months, 2-3 years, 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years, 9-13 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years
Program Type: Workshops & Lectures
Details:

Accessibility Hour is when the Kempsville branch of the library will be opening an hour before our normal operating hours on the last Friday of the month in order to better serve youth with special needs and their families.

Disclaimer(s)

Age Requirement for Registration 

Registrants must be in the designated age range at the start of the program for all programs.

A pink kite being worked on by a child's hands while an adult's hands holds it steady.

Make Your Own Kite

Saturday, May 30, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Joint-Use Storytime Room at TCC/City Joint-Use Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM
Age Group:
8-11 years, 9-13 years

Let's learn how to make kites! Build your own kite using simple materials like plastic bags, tape, and other items that can be found around the house. Follow along in this class and you'll have a working kite that you can fly outside!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library
Room: Joint-Use Storytime Room
Age Group: 8-11 years, 9-13 years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM
Registration Required
Details:

Let's learn how to make kites! Build your own kite using simple materials like plastic bags, tape, and other items that can be found around the house. Follow along in this class and you'll have a working kite that you can fly outside!

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.

John Kingry Magic Show

Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Windsor Woods Programming Room at Windsor Woods Area Library
Program Type:
Movies & Entertainment
Age Group:
3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years, 9-13 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years

Can you see through the illusion?  Prepare to be amazed and dazzled by magician John Kingry!  All ages. 

Registration is required for all attendees regardless of age.  

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Windsor Woods Area Library
Room: Windsor Woods Programming Room
Age Group: 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years, 9-13 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years
Program Type: Movies & Entertainment
Registration Required
Details:

Can you see through the illusion?  Prepare to be amazed and dazzled by magician John Kingry!  All ages. 

Registration is required for all attendees regardless of age.  

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.

Juneteenth

All Day
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, Technology Services
Closing
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, Technology Services