Upcoming Events

Join us for a chat from the comfort of home and meet other teens.  Share what you're into, and discover new books to read, movies to watch, games to play, and more! Theme: Winter Favorites Registration is required. You will receive an emai...

Meet up online with other teens and play Dungeons & Dragons with a Library Game Master.  No experience necessary.  Enjoy a different one-shot adventure each session! Grades 9-12.  Registration is required. ...

Learn about the art methods of Eric Carle, author and illustrator of "The Very Hungry Caterpillar" among many other books. Create an Eric Carle style print on canvas. Art materials (canvas, tissue paper, painted paper, glue, and paintbrush) t...

For children 3-7 years old.  Sugar and spice and stories mix up nice!  Join us for a story and craft featuring gingerbread and baking.  Once registered, a craft kit will be available for pick-up at the MEO Central Library, 41...

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.  No registration required. The virtual room opens 5 minutes bef...

Join us on WebEx to discuss "The Gown: a novel of the royal wedding" by Jennifer Robson available in ebook on Hoopla Digital and in Large Print, audio and paperback for pick up at Central Library for registered participants. ...

Join us for weekly teen-only activities.  Different selections every week!  Grades 6-12. Theme: Make your own faerie door and learn about the different denizens of the "Invisible World." Supplies provided, see registration conf...

You are invited to a special screening of the documentary short "Bridge of Books" followed by a conversation and Q&A with Aaron Lansky, founder and president of the Yiddish Book Center. "Bridge of Books" is the moving and often funny chronicle of...

Learn how to a beautiful winter-themed wreath to showcase a photo. Materials for this project will be provided and available for registered participants to pick up at Central Library before the class; participants must supply their own photographs. P...

Learn how to prepare for your next interview. This workshop will go over how to dress and answer questions during an interview. ...

Register to pick up a kit of activities designed to build eye/hand coordination and muscles in your child’s hand. A brief video will explain the activities included in the kit. Designed for Ages 3-5 with a caregiver. Once register...

Gather around as we share two legends of animals who live in wintery places, from cultures in different parts of the world; one from the land of the Inuit people, and one from China. We'll have stories and songs and fingerplays and puppets, too!...

This online group is an informal space to build confidence and practice speaking skills for anyone who is learning English. Join us to connect with other community members and with the Virginia Beach Public Library. After you register, you may ...

Join us for a chat from the comfort of home and meet other teens.  Share what you're into, and discover new books to read, movies to watch, games to play, and more! Theme: All things Disney! Registration is required. You will receive an em...

Florence “Flo” Womacks of Virginia Beach is a talented photographer whose primary interests are nature and abstract imaging.  Her goal is to create a relaxed environment that results in natural, intimate, and beautiful images which imp...

Learn about Symmetry and how to create Symmetrical drawings with your Preschooler Materials needed are (Plain paper, a pencil, markers and/or colored pencils). Additionally, Visit MEO Central Library, 4100 Virginia Beach Blvd., betwee...

I Sense Mindfulness: Join us in an adventure into mindfulness and the sense of Taste, as we stretch, breathe, read, and share a taste-based activity you can do at home, with the help of a grown-up.       K-Gr 2.  ...

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.  No registration required. The virtual room opens 5 minutes bef...

Read a book selected by 3rd-5th graders, then join in a virtual meeting with other readers your own age to discuss your thoughts on the book. Grades 3-5. Registration is required. Our book this month is The Luck Uglies by Paul Durha...

Join us for weekly teen-only activities.  Different selections every week!  Grades 6-12. Theme: Make marshmallow treats, and get some tips and suggestions to change it up!   Registration is required. You will receive an emai...

Learn how to build a marketable resume for your job search. The dos and don't of building a targeted resume will be discussed. ...

Beach Readers is designed for adults with developmental disabilities who are interested in improving their reading skills. We will meet online to create stories and read together. No registration required. The virtual room opens 5 minutes before t...

Using common items found around the house, improve your memory and ability to focus while practicing drumming rhythms and learning about basic music notation. PreK- Gr. 2.  Registration is not required. ...

Join us for a chat from the comfort of home and meet other teens.  Share what you're into, and discover new books to read, movies to watch, games to play, and more! Theme: Villains! Registration is required. You will receive an email 24 ho...

Join us for a storytime and craft centered around the beloved holiday classic The Mitten by Jan Brett.  Once registered, a kit and a copy of The Mitten for participants to keep will be available for pickup at the MEO Central Libra...

Adults experiencing memory loss, along with their friends, family members, and caregivers, please join us for a Virtual Memory Café. We will create stories together and have beautiful conversation! Registration is required. You will r...