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This event is in the "18+ years" group

One Step at a Time Walking and Discussion Group

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Princess Anne Outside at Princess Anne Area Library
Program Type:
Discussion Groups, Hobbies
Age Group:
18+ years

Do you enjoy walking and talking. Get your walking shoes on an meet us at Red Wing Park the first Tuesday of each month. As we walk, we’ll get to know each other and learn more about the City of Virginia Beach. Something new each time.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library
Room: Princess Anne Outside
Age Group: 18+ years
Program Type: Discussion Groups, Hobbies
Registration Required
Details:

Do you enjoy walking and talking. Get your walking shoes on an meet us at Red Wing Park the first Tuesday of each month. As we walk, we’ll get to know each other and learn more about the City of Virginia Beach. Something new each time.

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

Drop-In Just 2s Storytime

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Great Neck Storytime Room at Great Neck 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. Age 2 with a caregiver.

Library Branch: Great Neck Area Library
Room: Great Neck Storytime 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. Age 2 with a caregiver.

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

Combined Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Windsor Woods Programming Room at Windsor Woods 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.

Library Branch: Windsor Woods Area Library
Room: Windsor Woods Programming 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.

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

Combined Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Pungo-Blackwater Storytime Room at Pungo-Blackwater 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
Registration Required
Library Branch: Pungo-Blackwater Library
Room: Pungo-Blackwater 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.

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 Social Group

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Princess Anne Meeting Room at Princess Anne Area Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Hobbies
Age Group:
18+ years

A social and recreational opportunity for adults with disabilities to build friendships, support one another, and celebrate shared achievements. Adults. Registration is required. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library
Room: Princess Anne Meeting Room
Age Group: 18+ years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies
Registration Required
Details:

A social and recreational opportunity for adults with disabilities to build friendships, support one another, and celebrate shared achievements. Adults. 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 "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

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Great Neck Library Silhouette Cameo 4 at Great Neck Area Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Age Group:
14-18 years, 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ years

Join us for an engaging orientation program focused on the Silhouette Cameo 4 machine!

Sign-up Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Great Neck Area Library
Room: Great Neck Library Silhouette Cameo 4
Age Group: 14-18 years, 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ years
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Registration Required
Details:

Join us for an engaging orientation program focused on the Silhouette Cameo 4 machine!

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

Story & Craft - Cinco de Mayo

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Windsor Woods Programming Room at Windsor Woods Area Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytimes & Early Learning
Age Group:
3-5 years

Come and enjoy a story with a fun craft. Ages 3-5 years with caregiver. 

Library Branch: Windsor Woods Area Library
Room: Windsor Woods Programming Room
Age Group: 3-5 years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytimes & Early Learning
Details:

Come and enjoy a story with a fun craft. Ages 3-5 years with caregiver. 

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

Teen Time: Contemporary Booktalks

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:45pm
Kempsville Teen Space at Kempsville Area Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM
Age Group:
12-14 years, 14-18 years

Join us Tuesday nights for teen-only activities. Enjoy movies, games, crafts, and more, with different selections each week.

Ages 12-18. Registration is not required, drop in any time!

Weekly Themes:

Library Branch: Kempsville Area Library
Room: Kempsville Teen Space
Age Group: 12-14 years, 14-18 years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM
Details:

Join us Tuesday nights for teen-only activities. Enjoy movies, games, crafts, and more, with different selections each week.

Ages 12-18. Registration is not required, drop in any time!

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.

This event is in the "8-11 years" group
This event is in the "12-14 years" group

From Page to Picture Tween Book Club

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Oceanfront Storytime Room at Oceanfront Area Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
8-11 years, 12-14 years

Love reading? Do want to see how they take the story from page to screen. Join us for our tween book club and the movie adaptation of the book later in the month! This month's book is The Polar Express by Chris Van Allsburg. Ages 9-13.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Oceanfront Area Library
Room: Oceanfront Storytime Room
Age Group: 8-11 years, 12-14 years
Program Type: Books & Authors
Registration Required
Details:

Love reading? Do want to see how they take the story from page to screen. Join us for our tween book club and the movie adaptation of the book later in the month! This month's book is The Polar Express by Chris Van Allsburg. Ages 9-13.

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

Teen Crafting: Diamond Painting

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Central Teen Area at Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Hobbies
Age Group:
12-14 years, 14-18 years

Try out diamond painting with a keychain project. Diamond painting is like paint by numbers but with gems and sparkle!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library
Room: Central Teen Area
Age Group: 12-14 years, 14-18 years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies
Registration Required
Details:

Try out diamond painting with a keychain project. Diamond painting is like paint by numbers but with gems and sparkle!

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
This event is in the "60+ years" group

Finding Your Roots with Ancestry.com

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:45pm
Princess Anne Computer Lab at Princess Anne Area Library
Program Type:
History & Genealogy
Age Group:
18+ years, 60+ years

Find your roots using Ancestry.com. Adults 18-60+. Registration is required. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library
Room: Princess Anne Computer Lab
Age Group: 18+ years, 60+ years
Program Type: History & Genealogy
Registration Required
Details:

Find your roots using Ancestry.com. Adults 18-60+. Registration is required. 

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

Teen Tabletop Gaming!

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 5:15pm - 6:45pm
Bayside Library Meeting Room at Bayside Area Library
Program Type:
Hobbies
Age Group:
12-14 years, 14-18 years

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

Ages 12-18.  Registration is required.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bayside Area Library
Room: Bayside Library Meeting Room
Age Group: 12-14 years, 14-18 years
Program Type: Hobbies
Registration Required
Details:

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

Ages 12-18.  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

Teen Time: Gaming!

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Oceanfront Area Library Meeting Room at Oceanfront Area Library
Program Type:
Hobbies
Age Group:
12-14 years, 14-18 years

Join us Tuesday nights for teen-only activities. Enjoy movies, games, crafts, and more, with different selections each week.
 


Ages 12-18. Registration is not required, drop in any time!
 


Weekly Themes:

Library Branch: Oceanfront Area Library
Room: Oceanfront Area Library Meeting Room
Age Group: 12-14 years, 14-18 years
Program Type: Hobbies
Details:

Join us Tuesday nights for teen-only activities. Enjoy movies, games, crafts, and more, with different selections each week.
 


Ages 12-18. Registration is not required, drop in any time!
 


Weekly Themes:

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

Just 2s Storytime

Wednesday, May 6, 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
Registration Required
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.

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

Combined Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Bayside Storytime Room at Bayside 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
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bayside Area Library
Room: Bayside 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.

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

Mahjong

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Princess Anne Meeting Room at Princess Anne Area Library
Program Type:
Culture
Age Group:
18+ years

Mahjong was developed in 19th century China and is now played all over the world! Learn the classic game at the library, or join the group if you already know the rules. No experience necessary. Adults 18+. Registration is required.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library
Room: Princess Anne Meeting Room
Age Group: 18+ years
Program Type: Culture
Registration Required
Details:

Mahjong was developed in 19th century China and is now played all over the world! Learn the classic game at the library, or join the group if you already know the rules. No experience necessary. Adults 18+. Registration is required.

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

Toddler Open Play

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Oceanfront Community Area at Oceanfront Area 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.

Library Branch: Oceanfront Area Library
Room: Oceanfront Community Area
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 "2-3 years" group

3s Please Storytime

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Princess Anne Storytime Room at Princess Anne Area Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Early Learning
Age Group:
2-3 years

Build confidence and independence with an increased focus on more complex books, emphasizing alphabet and letter recognition, shapes, and hands-on activities. Age 3 with caregiver. Registration is required.

 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library
Room: Princess Anne Storytime Room
Age Group: 2-3 years
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning
Registration Required
Details:

Build confidence and independence with an increased focus on more complex books, emphasizing alphabet and letter recognition, shapes, and hands-on activities. Age 3 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

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Oceanfront Storytime Room at Oceanfront 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. Age 2 with a caregiver.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Oceanfront Area Library
Room: Oceanfront 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. Age 2 with a caregiver.

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

Just 2s Storytime

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
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
Registration Required
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.

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

3s Please Storytime

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Windsor Woods Programming Room at Windsor Woods Area Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Early Learning
Age Group:
3-5 years

Build confidence and independence with an increased focus on more complex books, emphasizing alphabet and letter recognition, shapes, and hands-on activities. Age 3 with caregiver. 

Library Branch: Windsor Woods Area Library
Room: Windsor Woods Programming Room
Age Group: 3-5 years
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning
Details:

Build confidence and independence with an increased focus on more complex books, emphasizing alphabet and letter recognition, shapes, and hands-on activities. Age 3 with caregiver. 

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

Make & Take Craft

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Oceanfront Biblio Studio at Oceanfront Area Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
2-3 years

Come and enjoy a craft that you and your child can participate in between storytimes. Each Make & Take Craft will be based off of something that was learned in storytime and further enrich your child's knowledge. Ages 2-3 with caregiver.

Library Branch: Oceanfront Area Library
Room: Oceanfront Biblio Studio
Age Group: 2-3 years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Details:

Come and enjoy a craft that you and your child can participate in between storytimes. Each Make & Take Craft will be based off of something that was learned in storytime and further enrich your child's knowledge. Ages 2-3 with caregiver.

This event is in the "18+ years" group
This event is in the "60+ years" group

Read & Share

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Pungo-Blackwater Senior Resource Center at Pungo-Blackwater Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Discussion Groups
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. 

Library Branch: Pungo-Blackwater Library
Room: Pungo-Blackwater Senior Resource Center
Age Group: 18+ years, 60+ years
Program Type: Books & Authors, Discussion Groups
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 "3-5 years" group

Combined Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Bayside Storytime Room at Bayside 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.

Library Branch: Bayside Area Library
Room: Bayside 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.

Disclaimer(s)

Age Requirement for Registration 

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