This event is in the "12-14 years" group This event is in the "14-18 years" group Teen Time: Mental Health & Mindfulness Tuesday, May 12, 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: View Details This event is in the "12-14 years" group This event is in the "14-18 years" group May 12 2026 Tue Teen Time: Mental Health & Mindfulness 4:00pm–5:45pm Kempsville Area Library 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 "12-14 years" group This event is in the "14-18 years" group Teen Paint Party: Tiny Art edition, session 1 Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm Central Teen Area at Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies Age Group: 12-14 years, 14-18 years It’s a paint party! Get creative with a tiny canvas, and go abstract. Feel free to submit it for the Tiny Art Show. All materials provided. Teens, ages 12-18. Registration is required. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "12-14 years" group This event is in the "14-18 years" group May 12 2026 Tue Teen Paint Party: Tiny Art edition, session 1 4:30pm–5:15pm 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: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies Registration Required Details: It’s a paint party! Get creative with a tiny canvas, and go abstract. Feel free to submit it for the Tiny Art Show. All materials provided. Teens, 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 "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group Community Conversations: Free Speech Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm Kempsville Meeting Room at Kempsville Area Library Program Type: Discussion Groups Age Group: 18+ years, 60+ years Come join us for coffee, cookies and conversation as we discuss the line between free speech and cancel culture.Adults, Adults 60+ Registration is required. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group May 12 2026 Tue Community Conversations: Free Speech 5:00pm–6:30pm Kempsville Area Library Upcoming Library Branch: Kempsville Area Library Room: Kempsville Meeting Room Age Group: 18+ years, 60+ years Program Type: Discussion Groups Registration Required Details: Come join us for coffee, cookies and conversation as we discuss the line between free speech and cancel culture.Adults, Adults 60+ Registration is required.
This event is in the "12-14 years" group This event is in the "14-18 years" group Teen Paint Party: Tiny Art edition, session 2 Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:15pm Central Teen Area at Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies Age Group: 12-14 years, 14-18 years It’s a paint party! Get creative with a tiny canvas, and go abstract. Feel free to submit it for the Tiny Art Show. All materials provided. Teens, ages 12-18. Registration is required. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "12-14 years" group This event is in the "14-18 years" group May 12 2026 Tue Teen Paint Party: Tiny Art edition, session 2 5:30pm–6:15pm 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: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies Registration Required Details: It’s a paint party! Get creative with a tiny canvas, and go abstract. Feel free to submit it for the Tiny Art Show. All materials provided. Teens, 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 "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group Now Read This Evening Addition Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Princess Anne Meeting Room at Princess Anne Area Library Program Type: Books & Authors Age Group: 18+ years, 60+ years Meet us at Princess Anne Area Library to discuss this month's selected title: This Tender Land by William Kent Krueger. Book club copies are available for check-out at the Princess Anne information desk. Adults. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group May 12 2026 Tue Now Read This Evening Addition 7:00pm–8:00pm Princess Anne Area Library Upcoming Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library Room: Princess Anne Meeting Room Age Group: 18+ years, 60+ years Program Type: Books & Authors Registration Required Details: Meet us at Princess Anne Area Library to discuss this month's selected title: This Tender Land by William Kent Krueger. Book club copies are available for check-out at the Princess Anne information desk. Adults.
This event is in the "2-3 years" group Just 2s Storytime Wednesday, May 13, 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 May 13 2026 Wed 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.
This event is in the "2-3 years" group Just 2s Storytime Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am Joint-Use Storytime Room at TCC/City Joint-Use 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 May 13 2026 Wed Just 2s Storytime 10:00am–10:30am TCC/City Joint-Use Library Upcoming Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library Room: Joint-Use 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 "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Science Exploration Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Pungo-Blackwater Storytime Room at Pungo-Blackwater Library Program Type: STEAM Age Group: 5-7 years, 8-11 years Explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math in this engaging program. Ages 5-11. Registration is required. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group May 13 2026 Wed Science Exploration 10:00am–11:00am Pungo-Blackwater Library Upcoming Library Branch: Pungo-Blackwater Library Room: Pungo-Blackwater Storytime Room Age Group: 5-7 years, 8-11 years Program Type: STEAM Registration Required Details: Explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math in this engaging program. Ages 5-11. 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 Wednesday, May 13, 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. View Details This event is in the "12-23 months" group This event is in the "2-3 years" group May 13 2026 Wed Toddler Open Play 10:00am–12:00pm Oceanfront Area Library 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 13, 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 View Details Registration Required This event is in the "2-3 years" group May 13 2026 Wed 3s Please Storytime 10:15am–10:45am Princess Anne Area Library Upcoming 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 13, 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 View Details Registration Required This event is in the "2-3 years" group May 13 2026 Wed Just 2s Storytime 10:30am–11:00am 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.
This event is in the "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group Adults with Disabilities Game Day Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm Central Folio & Libris Meeting Rooms at Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Program Type: Culture, Hobbies Age Group: 18+ years, 60+ years Join us for our Adults with Disabilities Social Group game day. Build friendships, offer support, and share accomplishments. An assortment of board games will be available. 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 May 13 2026 Wed Adults with Disabilities Game Day 10:30am–12:00pm Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Upcoming Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Folio & Libris Meeting Rooms Age Group: 18+ years, 60+ years Program Type: Culture, Hobbies Registration Required Details: Join us for our Adults with Disabilities Social Group game day. Build friendships, offer support, and share accomplishments. An assortment of board games will be available. Adults. Registration is required.
This event is in the "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group Mahjong Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:30pm Princess Anne Meeting Room at Princess Anne Area Library Program Type: Culture Age Group: 18+ years, 60+ 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 View Details Registration Required This event is in the "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group May 13 2026 Wed Mahjong 10:30am–12:30pm Princess Anne Area Library Upcoming Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library Room: Princess Anne Meeting Room Age Group: 18+ years, 60+ 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 "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group Lunch & Learn with Autism Society of Tidewater Virginia Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm Bayside Library Meeting Room at Bayside Area Library Program Type: Workshops & Lectures Age Group: 18+ years, 60+ years Are you interested in learning more about topics that impact the Autism community? Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group May 13 2026 Wed Lunch & Learn with Autism Society of Tidewater Virginia 11:00am–1:00pm Bayside Area Library Upcoming Library Branch: Bayside Area Library Room: Bayside Library Meeting Room Age Group: 18+ years, 60+ years Program Type: Workshops & Lectures Registration Required Details: Are you interested in learning more about topics that impact the Autism community? 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 Crafternoons Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm Kempsville Meeting Room at Kempsville 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 May 13 2026 Wed Crafternoons 2:00pm–4:00pm Kempsville Area Library Library Branch: Kempsville Area Library Room: Kempsville 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.
This event is in the "14-18 years" group Teen Puzzle Mania Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm Central Teen Area at Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Program Type: Hobbies Age Group: 14-18 years May's game spotlight is puzzles.Work together, and take on the challenge of solving jigsaw puzzles, and try different puzzles. Stimulate your brain, and relax at the same time. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "14-18 years" group May 13 2026 Wed Teen Puzzle Mania 3:30pm–5:00pm Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Upcoming Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Teen Area Age Group: 14-18 years Program Type: Hobbies Registration Required Details: May's game spotlight is puzzles.Work together, and take on the challenge of solving jigsaw puzzles, and try different puzzles. Stimulate your brain, and relax at the same time. 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: Chess Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:45pm Princess Anne Meeting Room at Princess Anne Area Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies, Movies & Entertainment, STEAM Age Group: 12-14 years, 14-18 years Join us Wednesdays for teen-only activities. Enjoy movies, games, crafts, and more, with different selections each week. Grades 6-12. Registration is not required; drop in any time!Weekly Themes: View Details This event is in the "12-14 years" group This event is in the "14-18 years" group May 13 2026 Wed Teen Time: Chess 5:00pm–6:45pm Princess Anne Area Library Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library Room: Princess Anne Meeting Room Age Group: 12-14 years, 14-18 years Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies, Movies & Entertainment, STEAM Details: Join us Wednesdays for teen-only activities. Enjoy movies, games, crafts, and more, with different selections each week. Grades 6-12. Registration is not required; drop in any time!Weekly Themes:
This event is in the "12-23 months" group Onesies Rhyme Time Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am Princess Anne Storytime Room at Princess Anne Area Library Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning Age Group: 12-23 months Help build early language skills as your child moves from crawling to walking. Storytimes include rhymes, books, and hands-on activities to build pre-reading and large motor skills. Ages 12-23 months with caregiver. Registration is required. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "12-23 months" group May 14 2026 Thu Onesies Rhyme Time 9:30am–10:00am Princess Anne Area Library Upcoming Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library Room: Princess Anne Storytime Room Age Group: 12-23 months Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning Registration Required Details: Help build early language skills as your child moves from crawling to walking. Storytimes include rhymes, books, and hands-on activities to build pre-reading and large motor skills. Ages 12-23 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 "3-5 years" group Combined Preschool Storytime Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:15am Joint-Use Storytime Room at TCC/City Joint-Use 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 May 14 2026 Thu Combined Preschool Storytime 9:30am–10:15am TCC/City Joint-Use Library Upcoming Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library Room: Joint-Use 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 "2-3 years" group Toddler Math Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:15am Central Storytime Room at Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Program Type: STEAM Age Group: 2-3 years Bring your toddler to engage in exciting activities to develop an understanding of basic math concepts required for school readiness. Ages 2-3 with caregiver. Registration is required. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "2-3 years" group May 14 2026 Thu Toddler Math 9:30am–10:15am Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Upcoming Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Storytime Room Age Group: 2-3 years Program Type: STEAM Registration Required Details: Bring your toddler to engage in exciting activities to develop an understanding of basic math concepts required for school readiness. Ages 2-3 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 "12-23 months" group This event is in the "2-3 years" group Toddler Open Play Thursday, May 14, 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. View Details This event is in the "12-23 months" group This event is in the "2-3 years" group May 14 2026 Thu Toddler Open Play 10:00am–12:00pm Oceanfront Area Library 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. 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 Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 10:15am - 10:45am Oceanfront Storytime Room at Oceanfront 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. 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 May 14 2026 Thu Combined Rhyme Time 10:15am–10:45am Oceanfront Area Library Upcoming Library Branch: Oceanfront Area Library Room: Oceanfront 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. Ages 3-24 months with caregiver. Registration is required.
This event is in the "2-3 years" group Just 2s Storytime Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am Princess Anne Storytime Room at Princess Anne 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 May 14 2026 Thu Just 2s Storytime 10:30am–11:00am Princess Anne Area Library Upcoming Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library Room: Princess Anne 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 "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group Walk and Talk Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am Off Site Program Type: Books & Authors, Discussion Groups, Hobbies Age Group: 18+ years, 60+ years Engage your body and your mind! Join us for a monthly walk around Lake Lawson/Lake Smith while enjoying a casual chat about popular books. Talk about titles you like and hear what others enjoy. We meet at the shelter nearest Parking Lot 1. Upcoming View Details Registration Required Offsite Event This event is in the "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group May 14 2026 Thu Walk and Talk 10:30am–11:30am Off Site Upcoming Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: 18+ years, 60+ years Program Type: Books & Authors, Discussion Groups, Hobbies Registration Required Details: Engage your body and your mind! Join us for a monthly walk around Lake Lawson/Lake Smith while enjoying a casual chat about popular books. Talk about titles you like and hear what others enjoy. We meet at the shelter nearest Parking Lot 1. Disclaimer(s) Group Registration Groups of 5 or greater must call the library offering the program to register.