This event is in the "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group Mahjong Mondays Monday, April 13, 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, 60+ 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 This event is in the "60+ years" group Apr 13 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, 60+ 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, April 13, 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 Apr 13 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, April 13, 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 Apr 13 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, April 13, 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 Apr 13 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 "2-3 years" group Just 2s Storytime Monday, April 13, 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 Apr 13 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 "12-14 years" group This event is in the "14-18 years" group This event is in the "16+ years" group This event is in the "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group CUSTOMER TRAINING: 3D Printer Orientation Monday, April 13, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am Central Library 3D Printer at Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Program Type: Computers & Technology Age Group: 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ years Do you want to use a 3D Printer at a Virginia Beach Public Library branch? Register for a required 3D printer orientation with a VBPL staff member to learn how to use the 3D Printer. Full View Details 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 "16+ years" group This event is in the "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group Apr 13 2026 Mon CUSTOMER TRAINING: 3D Printer Orientation 10:30am–11:30am Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Full Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Library 3D Printer Age Group: 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ years Program Type: Computers & Technology Registration Required Details: Do you want to use a 3D Printer at a Virginia Beach Public Library branch? Register for a required 3D printer orientation with a VBPL staff member to learn how to use the 3D Printer. 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 This event is in the "60+ years" group Read and Share Monday, April 13, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm Bayside Library Meeting Room at Bayside Area Library Program Type: Books & Authors Age Group: 18+ years, 60+ 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. Adults. Registration is not required. View Details This event is in the "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group Apr 13 2026 Mon Read and Share 10:30am–12:00pm Bayside Area Library Library Branch: Bayside Area Library Room: Bayside Library Meeting Room Age Group: 18+ years, 60+ 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. Adults. Registration is not required.
This event is in the "18+ years" group WebEx Live: Read & Share Book Club Monday, April 13, 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 Apr 13 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, April 13, 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 Apr 13 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 "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group English Conversation Club Monday, April 13, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm Kempsville Meeting Room at Kempsville Area Library Program Type: Culture, Discussion Groups Age Group: 18+ years, 60+ 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 This event is in the "60+ years" group Apr 13 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, 60+ 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, April 13, 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 Apr 13 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, April 13, 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 Apr 13 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 Adults with Disabilities Art Group Monday, April 13, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm Central Folio Meeting Room at Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: 18+ years View art together to get your creative juices flowing.Experiment with a variety of materials to create your own art. This program is every 2nd Monday of the month. All materials provided. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "18+ years" group Apr 13 2026 Mon Adults with Disabilities Art Group 1:00pm–2:30pm Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Upcoming Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Folio Meeting Room Age Group: 18+ years Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Details: View art together to get your creative juices flowing.Experiment with a variety of materials to create your own art. This program is every 2nd Monday of the month. All materials provided. 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 This event is in the "60+ years" group Crafternoons Monday, April 13, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm Bayside Library Meeting Room at Bayside Area Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: 18+ years, 60+ years 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. View Details This event is in the "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group Apr 13 2026 Mon Crafternoons 1:00pm–3:00pm Bayside Area Library Library Branch: Bayside Area Library Room: Bayside Library Meeting Room Age Group: 18+ years, 60+ 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. 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 "3-5 years" group This event is in the "5-7 years" group Finger Gym- Insects Monday, April 13, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:15pm Windsor Woods Programming Room at Windsor Woods Area Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: 3-5 years, 5-7 years Get those fingers working! Build hand/eye coordination and muscles in your child's hand. Practice skills like cutting with scissors, writing, and drawing with fun learning activities. Ages 3–7 with a caregiver. View Details This event is in the "3-5 years" group This event is in the "5-7 years" group Apr 13 2026 Mon Finger Gym- Insects 2:30pm–3:15pm Windsor Woods Area Library Library Branch: Windsor Woods Area Library Room: Windsor Woods Programming Room Age Group: 3-5 years, 5-7 years Program Type: Arts & Crafts Details: Get those fingers working! Build hand/eye coordination and muscles in your child's hand. Practice skills like cutting with scissors, writing, and drawing with fun learning activities. Ages 3–7 with a caregiver.
This event is in the "14-18 years" group This event is in the "16+ years" group This event is in the "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group CUSTOMER TRAINING: Silhouette Cameo Orientation Monday, April 13, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm Bayside Library Silhouette Cameo 4 at Bayside Area Library Program Type: Computers & Technology Age Group: 14-18 years, 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ years 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 Full View Details Registration Required This event is in the "14-18 years" group This event is in the "16+ years" group This event is in the "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group Apr 13 2026 Mon CUSTOMER TRAINING: Silhouette Cameo Orientation 3:00pm–4:30pm Bayside Area Library Full Library Branch: Bayside Area Library Room: Bayside Library Silhouette Cameo 4 Age Group: 14-18 years, 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ 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 "5-7 years" group Elementary Science Monday, April 13, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Princess Anne Meeting Room at Princess Anne Area Library Program Type: STEAM Age Group: 5-7 years Explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math in this interactive program. Ages 5-7, registration is required. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "5-7 years" group Apr 13 2026 Mon Elementary Science 4:30pm–5:30pm Princess Anne Area Library Upcoming Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library Room: Princess Anne Meeting Room Age Group: 5-7 years Program Type: STEAM Registration Required Details: Explore Science, Technology, Engineering, 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 "5-7 years" group 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 Family Movie Night Monday, April 13, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm Joint-Use Upstairs Crystal at TCC/City Joint-Use Library Program Type: Movies & Entertainment Age Group: 5-7 years, 8-11 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 18+ years Drop-in and hangout with us as we watch the live-action How To Train Your Dragon (2025)! Please bring your own snacks.Rated PG. Children ages 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. View Details This event is in the "5-7 years" group 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 Apr 13 2026 Mon Family Movie Night 4:30pm–6:30pm TCC/City Joint-Use Library Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library Room: Joint-Use Upstairs Crystal Age Group: 5-7 years, 8-11 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 18+ years Program Type: Movies & Entertainment Details: Drop-in and hangout with us as we watch the live-action How To Train Your Dragon (2025)! Please bring your own snacks.Rated PG. Children ages 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. 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 Teen Time: STEAM Monday, April 13, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:45pm Bayside Library Meeting Room at Bayside Area Library Program Type: STEAM Age Group: 12-14 years, 14-18 years Join us on the 2nd and 3rd Monday nights for teen-only activities. Enjoy movies, games, crafts, & more – with different selections each week. Ages 12-18. Registration not required.Weekly Themes View Details This event is in the "12-14 years" group This event is in the "14-18 years" group Apr 13 2026 Mon Teen Time: STEAM 5:30pm–6:45pm Bayside Area Library Library Branch: Bayside Area Library Room: Bayside Library Meeting Room Age Group: 12-14 years, 14-18 years Program Type: STEAM Details: Join us on the 2nd and 3rd Monday nights for teen-only activities. Enjoy movies, games, crafts, & more – with different selections each week. Ages 12-18. Registration not required.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 "14-18 years" group This event is in the "16+ years" group This event is in the "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group CUSTOMER TRAINING: Silhouette Cameo Group Orientation Monday, April 13, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm Central Computer Lab at Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Program Type: Computers & Technology Age Group: 14-18 years, 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ years Join us for an orientation program on the Silhouette Cameo 4 machine! Attendees will gain essential skills to use the machine independently in the future. Sign-up Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "14-18 years" group This event is in the "16+ years" group This event is in the "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group Apr 13 2026 Mon CUSTOMER TRAINING: Silhouette Cameo Group Orientation 5:30pm–7:30pm Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Sign-up Open Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Computer Lab Age Group: 14-18 years, 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ years Program Type: Computers & Technology Registration Required Details: Join us for an orientation program on the Silhouette Cameo 4 machine! Attendees will gain essential skills to use the machine independently in the future. 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 Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 8:30am - 9:00am Joint-Use Storytime Room at TCC/City Joint-Use 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 3-24 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 Apr 14 2026 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 Combined Rhyme Time Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am Central Storytime Room at Meyera E. Oberndorf Central 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 Apr 14 2026 Tue Combined Rhyme Time 9:30am–10:00am Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Upcoming Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central 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 "3-12 months" group This event is in the "12-23 months" group Combined Rhyme Time Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am Joint-Use Storytime Room at TCC/City Joint-Use 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 3-24 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 Apr 14 2026 Tue Combined Rhyme Time 9:30am–10:00am 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 "2-3 years" group Just 2s Storytime Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am Kempsville Storytime Room at Kempsville 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 Apr 14 2026 Tue Just 2s Storytime 9:30am–10:00am Kempsville Area Library Upcoming Library Branch: Kempsville Area Library Room: Kempsville 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.
