This event is in the "8-11 years" group Battle of the Books 5th Grade Semi-Final Monday, February 23, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm Central Auditorium & Libris at Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Program Type: Books & Authors Age Group: 8-11 years The Battle of the Books is an annual library event that encourages literacy and provides recognition to fifth graders who enjoy reading. Pre-registered teams will compete with schools across the city by answering questions based on the books. View Details This event is in the "8-11 years" group Feb 23 2026 Mon Battle of the Books 5th Grade Semi-Final 5:00pm–7:00pm Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Auditorium & Libris Age Group: 8-11 years Program Type: Books & Authors Details: The Battle of the Books is an annual library event that encourages literacy and provides recognition to fifth graders who enjoy reading. Pre-registered teams will compete with schools across the city by answering questions based on the books.
This event is in the "8-11 years" group Battle of the Books 5th Grade Semi-Final Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm Central Auditorium & Libris at Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Program Type: Books & Authors Age Group: 8-11 years The Battle of the Books is an annual library event that encourages literacy and provides recognition to fifth graders who enjoy reading. Pre-registered teams will compete with schools across the city by answering questions based on the books. View Details This event is in the "8-11 years" group Feb 24 2026 Tue Battle of the Books 5th Grade Semi-Final 5:00pm–7:00pm Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Auditorium & Libris Age Group: 8-11 years Program Type: Books & Authors Details: The Battle of the Books is an annual library event that encourages literacy and provides recognition to fifth graders who enjoy reading. Pre-registered teams will compete with schools across the city by answering questions based on the books.
This event is in the "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group Books On Tap - Commonwealth Brewery Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 7:30pm - 8:30pm Off Site Program Type: Books & Authors Age Group: 18+ years, 60+ years Meet at Commonwealth Brewery to discuss this month’s selected title, "The Bluest Eye" by Toni Morrison. Book club copies are available for check-out at the Bayside Library drive-up. View Details Offsite Event This event is in the "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group Feb 24 2026 Tue Books On Tap - Commonwealth Brewery 7:30pm–8:30pm Off Site Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: 18+ years, 60+ years Program Type: Books & Authors Details: Meet at Commonwealth Brewery to discuss this month’s selected title, "The Bluest Eye" by Toni Morrison. Book club copies are available for check-out at the Bayside Library drive-up.
This event is in the "8-11 years" group This event is in the "12-14 years" group Tween Book Club Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm Princess Anne Meeting Room at Princess Anne Area Library Program Type: Books & Authors Age Group: 8-11 years, 12-14 years Love reading? Join us for our tween book club! This month's book is Nothing Else But Miracles by Kate Albus . Grades 4-6. Registration required. Sign-up Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "8-11 years" group This event is in the "12-14 years" group Feb 26 2026 Thu Tween Book Club 5:30pm–6:30pm Princess Anne Area Library Sign-up Open Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library Room: Princess Anne Meeting Room Age Group: 8-11 years, 12-14 years Program Type: Books & Authors Registration Required Details: Love reading? Join us for our tween book club! This month's book is Nothing Else But Miracles by Kate Albus . Grades 4-6. Registration required.
This event is in the "18+ years" group BYOB(aby) Book Club Friday, February 27, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:15am Central Storytime Room at Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Program Type: Books & Authors, Culture, Hobbies Age Group: 18+ years Do your little ones (ages 0 - 3 years old) make big noises? No problem! Bring them along for this judgment-free book club for adults. Talk about books while your kids play. Sign-up Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "18+ years" group Feb 27 2026 Fri BYOB(aby) Book Club 10:15am–11:15am Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Sign-up Open Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Storytime Room Age Group: 18+ years Program Type: Books & Authors, Culture, Hobbies Registration Required Details: Do your little ones (ages 0 - 3 years old) make big noises? No problem! Bring them along for this judgment-free book club for adults. Talk about books while your kids play. 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 "9-13 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 Beaded Pens and Book Reviews Friday, February 27, 2026 at 3:45pm - 4:45pm Bayside Library Meeting Room at Bayside Area Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Authors Age Group: 9-13 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 18+ years Calling all book lovers! Learn about the art of crafting a book review while creating your own beaded pen. Put your new skills (and pen) to paper as you craft a book review for one of your favorite titles. Sign-up Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "9-13 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 Feb 27 2026 Fri Beaded Pens and Book Reviews 3:45pm–4:45pm Bayside Area Library Sign-up Open Library Branch: Bayside Area Library Room: Bayside Library Meeting Room Age Group: 9-13 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 18+ years Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Authors Registration Required Details: Calling all book lovers! Learn about the art of crafting a book review while creating your own beaded pen. Put your new skills (and pen) to paper as you craft a book review for one of your favorite titles. 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 Battle of the Books 5th Grade Grand Finale Friday, February 27, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm Central Auditorium & Libris at Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Program Type: Books & Authors Age Group: 8-11 years The Battle of the Books is an annual library event that encourages literacy and provides recognition to fifth graders who enjoy reading. Pre-registered teams will compete with schools across the city by answering questions based on the books. View Details This event is in the "8-11 years" group Feb 27 2026 Fri Battle of the Books 5th Grade Grand Finale 6:00pm–8:00pm Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Auditorium & Libris Age Group: 8-11 years Program Type: Books & Authors Details: The Battle of the Books is an annual library event that encourages literacy and provides recognition to fifth graders who enjoy reading. Pre-registered teams will compete with schools across the city by answering questions based on the books.
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 Author Spotlight: Amanda Foody Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am Central Auditorium at Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Program Type: Books & Authors Age Group: 8-11 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 18+ years Meet Amanda Foody, author of the 5th Grade Battle of the Books novel, Wilderlore: The Accidental Apprentice! Sign-up Open Register Now 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 Feb 28 2026 Sat Author Spotlight: Amanda Foody 10:30am–11:30am Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Sign-up Open Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Auditorium Age Group: 8-11 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 18+ years Program Type: Books & Authors Registration Required Details: Meet Amanda Foody, author of the 5th Grade Battle of the Books novel, Wilderlore: The Accidental Apprentice! 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 Discover Yarn Art Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm Princess Anne Meeting Room at Princess Anne Area Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Authors Age Group: 12-14 years, 14-18 years Explore the brightly colored world of yarn art in this program! All you need is yarn, paper, and glue to make an incredible painting. Ages 12-18. Registration is required. 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 Feb 28 2026 Sat Discover Yarn Art 2:30pm–4:00pm Princess Anne Area Library Sign-up Open Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library Room: Princess Anne Meeting Room Age Group: 12-14 years, 14-18 years Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Authors Registration Required Details: Explore the brightly colored world of yarn art in this program! All you need is yarn, paper, and glue to make an incredible painting. Ages 12-18. Registration is required.
This event is in the "18+ years" group WebEx Live: Read & Share Book Club Monday, March 2, 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 Mar 2 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 "5-7 years" group Pretend Play Book Store Monday, March 2, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm Central Storytime Room at Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Authors, STEAM Age Group: 5-7 years Celebrate Read Across America Day at our pretend play book store! Learn practical math skills by using fake money to shop for books you can keep, and make your own fun reading crafts! Sign-up Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "5-7 years" group Mar 2 2026 Mon Pretend Play Book Store 12:00pm–1:00pm Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Sign-up Open Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Storytime Room Age Group: 5-7 years Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Authors, STEAM Registration Required Details: Celebrate Read Across America Day at our pretend play book store! Learn practical math skills by using fake money to shop for books you can keep, and make your own fun reading crafts! 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 Pretend Play Book Store Monday, March 2, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Central Storytime Room at Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Authors, STEAM Age Group: 5-7 years Celebrate Read Across America Day at our pretend play book store! Learn practical math skills by using fake money to shop for books you can keep, and make your own fun reading crafts! Sign-up Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "5-7 years" group Mar 2 2026 Mon Pretend Play Book Store 4:00pm–5:00pm Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Sign-up Open Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Storytime Room Age Group: 5-7 years Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Authors, STEAM Registration Required Details: Celebrate Read Across America Day at our pretend play book store! Learn practical math skills by using fake money to shop for books you can keep, and make your own fun reading crafts! 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 Great Girl Detectives Book Tasting Monday, March 2, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Kempsville Meeting Room at Kempsville Area Library Program Type: Books & Authors Age Group: 8-11 years Come celebrate Women's History Month by learning about some famous women detectives in history and then talking about our great girl detectives in books now. Sign-up Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "8-11 years" group Mar 2 2026 Mon Great Girl Detectives Book Tasting 4:30pm–5:30pm Kempsville Area Library Sign-up Open Library Branch: Kempsville Area Library Room: Kempsville Meeting Room Age Group: 8-11 years Program Type: Books & Authors Registration Required Details: Come celebrate Women's History Month by learning about some famous women detectives in history and then talking about our great girl detectives in books now. 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 From Page to Picture Tween Book Club Tuesday, March 3, 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 Charlotte's Web by E.B. White. Ages 9-13. Sign-up Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "8-11 years" group This event is in the "12-14 years" group Mar 3 2026 Tue From Page to Picture Tween Book Club 4:30pm–5:30pm Oceanfront Area Library Sign-up Open 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 Charlotte's Web by E.B. White. Ages 9-13.
This event is in the "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group Read & Share Wednesday, March 4, 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. View Details This event is in the "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group Mar 4 2026 Wed Read & Share 10:30am–12:00pm Pungo-Blackwater Library 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 "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Pawsitive Reading with Therapy Dogs Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm Windsor Woods Programming Room at Windsor Woods Area Library Program Type: Books & Authors, Storytimes & Early Learning Age Group: 5-7 years, 8-11 years Practice your reading skills by sharing stories with a therapy dog. Bring your own book or choose one from our selection! Ages 5-11. Registration is not required. View Details This event is in the "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Mar 5 2026 Thu Pawsitive Reading with Therapy Dogs 5:30pm–6:30pm Windsor Woods Area Library Library Branch: Windsor Woods Area Library Room: Windsor Woods Programming Room Age Group: 5-7 years, 8-11 years Program Type: Books & Authors, Storytimes & Early Learning Details: Practice your reading skills by sharing stories with a therapy dog. Bring your own book or choose one from our selection! Ages 5-11. Registration is not required. Disclaimer(s) Age Requirement for Registration Registrants must be in the designated age range at the start of the program for all programs.
This event is in the "3-12 months" group This event is in the "12-23 months" group This event is in the "2-3 years" group This event is in the "3-5 years" group This event is in the "5-7 years" group This event is in the "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group Read Across America Day Author Carmen Oliver Friday, March 6, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm Central Auditorium at Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Program Type: Books & Authors Age Group: 3-12 months, 12-23 months, 2-3 years, 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 18+ years, 60+ years Celebrate Read Across America 2026 author Carmen Oliver for a special storytime featuring "Bears Make the Best Reading Buddies." This heartwarming story celebrates the joy of reading through the eyes of a young girl and her loveable co Sign-up Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "3-12 months" group This event is in the "12-23 months" group This event is in the "2-3 years" group This event is in the "3-5 years" group This event is in the "5-7 years" group This event is in the "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group Mar 6 2026 Fri Read Across America Day Author Carmen Oliver 2:30pm–3:30pm Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Sign-up Open Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Auditorium Age Group: 3-12 months, 12-23 months, 2-3 years, 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 18+ years, 60+ years Program Type: Books & Authors Registration Required Details: Celebrate Read Across America 2026 author Carmen Oliver for a special storytime featuring "Bears Make the Best Reading Buddies." This heartwarming story celebrates the joy of reading through the eyes of a young girl and her loveable co Disclaimer(s) 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 Pawsitive Reading Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm Princess Anne Meeting Room at Princess Anne Area Library Program Type: Books & Authors Age Group: 5-7 years, 8-11 years Practice your reading skills by sharing stories with a therapy dog. Bring your own book or choose one from our selection! Ages 5-7. Registration is required. Sign-up Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Mar 7 2026 Sat Pawsitive Reading 12:00pm–1:00pm Princess Anne Area Library Sign-up Open Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library Room: Princess Anne Meeting Room Age Group: 5-7 years, 8-11 years Program Type: Books & Authors Registration Required Details: Practice your reading skills by sharing stories with a therapy dog. Bring your own book or choose one from our selection! Ages 5-7. Registration is required.
This event is in the "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group True Crime Book Chat Sunday, March 8, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm Central Library Large Conference Room at Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Program Type: Books & Authors Age Group: 18+ years, 60+ years Want to meet fellow true crime enthusiasts? Join us for a true crime book club, where we discuss our favorite true crime books, documentaries, podcasts, and more.Ages 18 and older. Registration is required. Sign-up Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group Mar 8 2026 Sun True Crime Book Chat 1:30pm–2:30pm Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Sign-up Open Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Library Large Conference Room Age Group: 18+ years, 60+ years Program Type: Books & Authors Registration Required Details: Want to meet fellow true crime enthusiasts? Join us for a true crime book club, where we discuss our favorite true crime books, documentaries, podcasts, and more.Ages 18 and older. 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 Read and Share Monday, March 9, 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 Mar 9 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, March 9, 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 Mar 9 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 "5-7 years" group Early Readers Book Club Monday, March 9, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Central Folio Meeting Room at Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Program Type: Books & Authors Age Group: 5-7 years Help your child on their journey to independent reading. Each meeting we will play games and incorporate different reading strategies to help your reader gain confidence, fluency and independence in reading. Ages 5-7. Registratio Sign-up Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "5-7 years" group Mar 9 2026 Mon Early Readers Book Club 2:00pm–3:00pm Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Sign-up Open Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Folio Meeting Room Age Group: 5-7 years Program Type: Books & Authors Registration Required Details: Help your child on their journey to independent reading. Each meeting we will play games and incorporate different reading strategies to help your reader gain confidence, fluency and independence in reading. Ages 5-7. Registratio 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 Books & (Coffee) Brews Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 12:30pm - 2:00pm Oceanfront Area Library Meeting Room at Oceanfront Area Library Program Type: Books & Authors, Discussion Groups Age Group: 18+ years Join us at Oceanfront Area Library to enjoy a casual chat over coffee about popular books. Talk about titles you like and hear what others enjoy.Adults. Registration is not required. Sign-up Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "18+ years" group Mar 10 2026 Tue Books & (Coffee) Brews 12:30pm–2:00pm Oceanfront Area Library Sign-up Open Library Branch: Oceanfront Area Library Room: Oceanfront Area Library Meeting Room Age Group: 18+ years Program Type: Books & Authors, Discussion Groups Registration Required Details: Join us at Oceanfront Area Library to enjoy a casual chat over coffee about popular books. Talk about titles you like and hear what others enjoy.Adults. Registration is not required.
This event is in the "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group Now Read This Evening Edition Tuesday, March 10, 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 Good Dirt by Charmaine Wilkerson. Book club copies are available for check-out at the Princess Anne information desk. Adults 18-60+. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group Mar 10 2026 Tue Now Read This Evening Edition 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 Good Dirt by Charmaine Wilkerson. Book club copies are available for check-out at the Princess Anne information desk. Adults 18-60+.
