This event is in the "12-14 years" group Middle School Tabletop Roleplaying Adventures Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 1:30pm - 4:30pm Kempsville Teen Space at Kempsville Area Library Program Type: Hobbies Age Group: 12-14 years Adventure awaits! Join an on-going Dungeons & Dragons campaign with other interested teens under the direction an experienced Library Game Master. New players welcome, no prior experience required. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "12-14 years" group Jan 24 2026 Sat Middle School Tabletop Roleplaying Adventures 1:30pm–4:30pm Kempsville Area Library Upcoming Library Branch: Kempsville Area Library Room: Kempsville Teen Space Age Group: 12-14 years Program Type: Hobbies Registration Required Details: Adventure awaits! Join an on-going Dungeons & Dragons campaign with other interested teens under the direction an experienced Library Game Master. New players welcome, no prior experience 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 Play Chinese Mahjong! Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm Central Libris Meeting Room at Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Program Type: Culture, Hobbies Age Group: 8-11 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 18+ years Learn how to play this traditional Chinese game. No experience necessary. It is like playing Gin Rummy with tiles!Family, ages 8 and up. Registration is required. Upcoming View Details Registration 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 Jan 24 2026 Sat Play Chinese Mahjong! 2:30pm–4:30pm Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Upcoming Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Libris Meeting Room Age Group: 8-11 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 18+ years Program Type: Culture, Hobbies Registration Required Details: Learn how to play this traditional Chinese game. No experience necessary. It is like playing Gin Rummy with tiles!Family, ages 8 and up. 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 Winter Wildlife Festival Keynote Speaker Joan Strassmann, author of Slow Birding (2022) and The Social Lives of Birds (2025) Sunday, January 25, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm Central Auditorium, Folio & Libris at Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Program Type: Culture, STEAM Age Group: 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 18+ years Strassmann is an award-winning teacher of animal behavior, first at Rice University in Houston and then at Washington University in St. Louis, where she is Charles Rebstock professor of biology. Sign-up Open Register Now 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 Jan 25 2026 Sun Winter Wildlife Festival Keynote Speaker Joan Strassmann, author of Slow Birding (2022) and The Social Lives of Birds (2025) 3:00pm–5:00pm Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Sign-up Open Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Auditorium, Folio & Libris Age Group: 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 18+ years Program Type: Culture, STEAM Registration Required Details: Strassmann is an award-winning teacher of animal behavior, first at Rice University in Houston and then at Washington University in St. Louis, where she is Charles Rebstock professor of biology.
This event is in the "12-14 years" group This event is in the "14-18 years" group Kings and Queens Teen Chess Club Sunday, January 25, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm Central Teen Area at Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Program Type: Hobbies Age Group: 12-14 years, 14-18 years A chess club for teens by teens! Those familiar with how to play can come play with other teens.Beginners are welcome to come learn to play this game of strategy.Presented by Central Library's Teen Advisory Group. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "12-14 years" group This event is in the "14-18 years" group Jan 25 2026 Sun Kings and Queens Teen Chess Club 3:30pm–5:00pm Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Upcoming Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Teen Area Age Group: 12-14 years, 14-18 years Program Type: Hobbies Registration Required Details: A chess club for teens by teens! Those familiar with how to play can come play with other teens.Beginners are welcome to come learn to play this game of strategy.Presented by Central Library's Teen Advisory 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.
This event is in the "3-12 months" group This event is in the "12-23 months" group Combined Rhyme Time Monday, January 26, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am Bayside Storytime Room at Bayside Area Library Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning Age Group: 3-12 months, 12-23 months 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. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "3-12 months" group This event is in the "12-23 months" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Combined Rhyme Time 9:30am–10:00am Bayside Area Library Upcoming Library Branch: Bayside Area Library Room: Bayside 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 6-24 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 Marvelous Math Monday, January 26, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:15am Central Libris Meeting Room at Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Program Type: STEAM Age Group: 3-5 years Bring your preschooler to engage in exciting activities to develop an understanding of basic math concepts required for school readiness. Ages 3-5 with caregiver. Registration is required. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "3-5 years" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Marvelous Math 9:30am–10:15am Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Upcoming Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Libris Meeting Room Age Group: 3-5 years Program Type: STEAM Registration Required Details: Bring your preschooler to engage in exciting activities to develop an understanding of basic math concepts required for school readiness. Ages 3-5 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 Combined Rhyme Time Monday, January 26, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am Pungo-Blackwater Storytime Room at Pungo-Blackwater Library Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning Age Group: 3-12 months, 12-23 months Build early language and large motor skills through rhyme, songs, book sharing, and hands-on activities with your child. Ages 6-23 months with caregiver. Registration is required. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "3-12 months" group This event is in the "12-23 months" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Combined Rhyme Time 10:00am–10:30am Pungo-Blackwater Library Upcoming Library Branch: Pungo-Blackwater Library Room: Pungo-Blackwater 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 6-23 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 "12-23 months" group This event is in the "2-3 years" group Toddler Open Play Monday, January 26, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am Joint-Use Storytime Room at TCC/City Joint-Use Library Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning Age Group: 12-23 months, 2-3 years 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. View Details This event is in the "12-23 months" group This event is in the "2-3 years" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Toddler Open Play 10:00am–11:30am TCC/City Joint-Use Library 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 "18+ years" group Mahjong Mondays Monday, January 26, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Central Library Large Conference Room at Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Program Type: Culture, Hobbies Age Group: 18+ years Start your week off with Mahjong! Come learn the rules of this traditional Chinese game and play with others. No experience necessary. Adults. Registration is required. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "18+ years" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Mahjong Mondays 10:00am–12:00pm Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Upcoming Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Library Large Conference Room Age Group: 18+ years Program Type: Culture, Hobbies Registration Required Details: Start your week off with Mahjong! Come learn the rules of this traditional Chinese game and play with others. No experience necessary. Adults. 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 Preschool Open Play Monday, January 26, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Oceanfront Children's Area at Oceanfront Area Library Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning Age Group: 3-5 years 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. View Details This event is in the "3-5 years" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Preschool Open Play 10:00am–12:00pm Oceanfront Area Library Library Branch: Oceanfront Area Library Room: Oceanfront Children's Area Age Group: 3-5 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. Disclaimer(s) 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 Combined Rhyme Time Monday, January 26, 2026 at 10:15am - 10:45am Princess Anne Storytime Room at Princess Anne Area Library Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning Age Group: 3-12 months, 12-23 months 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. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "3-12 months" group This event is in the "12-23 months" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Combined Rhyme Time 10:15am–10:45am Princess Anne Area Library Upcoming Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library Room: Princess Anne 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 6-24 months with caregiver. Registration is required. Disclaimer(s) 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 Combined Preschool Storytime Monday, January 26, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:00am Oceanfront Storytime Room at Oceanfront Area Library Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning Age Group: 3-5 years 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. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "3-5 years" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Combined Preschool Storytime 10:15am–11:00am Oceanfront Area Library Upcoming Library Branch: Oceanfront Area Library Room: Oceanfront Storytime Room Age Group: 3-5 years Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning Registration Required Details: 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 "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group Monday Morning Movie Monday, January 26, 2026 at 10:15am - 12:15pm Bayside Library Meeting Room at Bayside Area Library Program Type: Movies & Entertainment Age Group: 18+ years, 60+ years Come in and enjoy a Monday morning feature film. This month's showing: The Lego Movie. Adults. Registration is not required. View Details This event is in the "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Monday Morning Movie 10:15am–12:15pm Bayside Area Library Library Branch: Bayside Area Library Room: Bayside Library Meeting Room Age Group: 18+ years, 60+ years Program Type: Movies & Entertainment Details: Come in and enjoy a Monday morning feature film. This month's showing: The Lego Movie. Adults. Registration is not required.
This event is in the "2-3 years" group Just 2s Storytime Monday, January 26, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am Windsor Woods Programming Room at Windsor Woods Area Library Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning Age Group: 2-3 years 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. View Details This event is in the "2-3 years" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Just 2s Storytime 10:30am–11:00am Windsor Woods Area Library Library Branch: Windsor Woods Area Library Room: Windsor Woods Programming Room Age Group: 2-3 years Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning Details: 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. 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 "2-3 years" group Just 2s Storytime Monday, January 26, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am Bayside Storytime Room at Bayside Area Library Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning Age Group: 2-3 years 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. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "2-3 years" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Just 2s Storytime 10:30am–11:00am Bayside Area Library Upcoming Library Branch: Bayside Area Library Room: Bayside Storytime Room Age Group: 2-3 years Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning Registration Required Details: 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. 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 Marvelous Math Monday, January 26, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am Central Libris Meeting Room at Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Program Type: STEAM Age Group: 3-5 years Bring your preschooler to engage in exciting activities to develop an understanding of basic math concepts required for school readiness. Ages 3-5 with caregiver. Registration is required. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "3-5 years" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Marvelous Math 10:30am–11:15am Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Upcoming Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Libris Meeting Room Age Group: 3-5 years Program Type: STEAM Registration Required Details: Bring your preschooler to engage in exciting activities to develop an understanding of basic math concepts required for school readiness. Ages 3-5 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 "18+ years" group WebEx Live: Read & Share Book Club Monday, January 26, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm Digital Program Program Type: Books & Authors Age Group: 18+ years 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. View Details Virtual Event This event is in the "18+ years" group Jan 26 2026 Mon WebEx Live: Read & Share Book Club 10:30am–12:00pm Digital Program Library Branch: Digital Program Age Group: 18+ years Program Type: Books & Authors Details: 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.
This event is in the "3-5 years" group Drop-in Combined Preschool Storytime Monday, January 26, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am Great Neck Storytime Room at Great Neck Area Library Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning Age Group: 3-5 years 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. View Details This event is in the "3-5 years" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Drop-in Combined Preschool Storytime 11:00am–11:30am Great Neck Area Library Library Branch: Great Neck Area Library Room: Great Neck Storytime Room Age Group: 3-5 years Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning Details: 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 "3-5 years" group Leemos Juntos (We Read Together) Monday, January 26, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am Kempsville Storytime Room at Kempsville Area Library Program Type: Culture Age Group: 3-5 years 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. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "3-5 years" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Leemos Juntos (We Read Together) 11:00am–11:30am Kempsville Area Library Upcoming Library Branch: Kempsville Area Library Room: Kempsville Storytime Room Age Group: 3-5 years Program Type: Culture Registration Required Details: 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. 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 Adults with Disabilities Papercrafters Monday, January 26, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm Joint-Use Library Rooms L102 and L103 at TCC/City Joint-Use Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: 18+ years Explore your creativity with a paper project each month. No experience is necessary; simply bring your curiosity and discover the art of papercrafting in a welcoming environment. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "18+ years" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Adults with Disabilities Papercrafters 11:00am–12:00pm TCC/City Joint-Use Library Upcoming Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library Room: Joint-Use Library Rooms L102 and L103 Age Group: 18+ years Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Details: Explore your creativity with a paper project each month. No experience is necessary; simply bring your curiosity and discover the art of papercrafting in a welcoming environment. Disclaimer(s) Group Registration Groups of 5 or greater must call the library offering the program to register.
This event is in the "18+ years" group English Conversation Club Monday, January 26, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm Kempsville Meeting Room at Kempsville Area Library Program Type: Culture, Discussion Groups Age Group: 18+ years 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 and teens 16+. Registration is not required. View Details This event is in the "18+ years" group Jan 26 2026 Mon English Conversation Club 11:00am–12:00pm Kempsville Area Library Library Branch: Kempsville Area Library Room: Kempsville Meeting Room Age Group: 18+ years Program Type: Culture, 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 and teens 16+. Registration is not required.
This event is in the "3-5 years" group Drop-in Combined Preschool Storytime Monday, January 26, 2026 at 11:15am - 12:00pm Oceanfront Storytime Room at Oceanfront Area Library Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning Age Group: 3-5 years 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. View Details This event is in the "3-5 years" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Drop-in Combined Preschool Storytime 11:15am–12:00pm Oceanfront Area Library Library Branch: Oceanfront Area Library Room: Oceanfront Storytime Room Age Group: 3-5 years Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning Details: 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 "3-12 months" group This event is in the "12-23 months" group Drop-In Combined Rhyme Time Monday, January 26, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:00pm Princess Anne Storytime Room at Princess Anne Area Library Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning Age Group: 3-12 months, 12-23 months 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 NOT required, but it will be a first come, first served program. View Details This event is in the "3-12 months" group This event is in the "12-23 months" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Drop-In Combined Rhyme Time 11:30am–12:00pm Princess Anne Area Library Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library Room: Princess Anne Storytime Room Age Group: 3-12 months, 12-23 months Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning 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 NOT required, but it will be a first come, first served program.
This event is in the "18+ years" group Around the World Book Chat Monday, January 26, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm Central Folio Meeting Room at Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Program Type: Books & Authors, Culture Age Group: 18+ years Join us for a casual chat about books over coffee and snacks. Each month we will all read a book of our choice that takes place in a different country. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "18+ years" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Around the World Book Chat 12:00pm–1:30pm Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Upcoming Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Folio Meeting Room Age Group: 18+ years Program Type: Books & Authors, Culture Registration Required Details: Join us for a casual chat about books over coffee and snacks. Each month we will all read a book of our choice that takes place in a different country. 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.
