This event is in the "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Feb 18 2026 Wed Pawsitive Reading 4:00pm–4:45pm 5-7 years, 8-11 years Oceanfront Area Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Feb 18 2026 Wed Pawsitive Reading 4:00pm–4:45pm Oceanfront Area Library Upcoming Library Branch: Oceanfront Area Library Room: Oceanfront Storytime Room Age Group: 5-7 years, 8-11 years Program Type: Hobbies, Storytimes & Early Learning Registration Required Details: Practice your reading skills by sharing stories with a therapy dog. Bring your own book or choose one from our selection! Grades K-5. Registration is required.
This event is in the "3-5 years" group This event is in the "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Feb 18 2026 Wed Kids Craft Hour: Lunar New Year 4:00pm–5:00pm 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library This event is in the "3-5 years" group This event is in the "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Feb 18 2026 Wed Kids Craft Hour: Lunar New Year 4:00pm–5:00pm Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Storytime Room Age Group: 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Culture, Hobbies Details: Drop in to explore a variety of fun kids crafts to celebrate Lunar New Year! Ages 3-11. 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. 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 Feb 18 2026 Wed Hands-On Science 4:30pm–5:15pm 8-11 years TCC/City Joint-Use Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "8-11 years" group Feb 18 2026 Wed Hands-On Science 4:30pm–5:15pm TCC/City Joint-Use Library Upcoming Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library Room: Joint-Use Storytime Room Age Group: 8-11 years Program Type: STEAM Registration Required Details: Explore Science, Engineering, Technology, Arts and Math in this interactive program. Ages 8-11. 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 "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 "8-11 years" group Feb 19 2026 Thu Black History Month: Community Art Project 10:00am–5:00pm 3-12 months, 12-23 months, 2-3 years, 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library 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 "8-11 years" group Feb 19 2026 Thu Black History Month: Community Art Project 10:00am–5:00pm Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Library Children's Area Age Group: 3-12 months, 12-23 months, 2-3 years, 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Culture Details: Throughout the month of February, contribute to our Black History Month: Community Art Project inspired by visual artist Raymond Saunders. 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 This event is in the "8-11 years" group Feb 19 2026 Thu Homeschool Hangout 11:00am–11:45am 5-7 years, 8-11 years Great Neck Area Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Feb 19 2026 Thu Homeschool Hangout 11:00am–11:45am Great Neck Area Library Upcoming Library Branch: Great Neck Area Library Room: Great Neck Storytime Room Age Group: 5-7 years, 8-11 years Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM Registration Required Details: Homeschoolers! Join us for fun activities each month! Registration is required.
This event is in the "8-11 years" group This event is in the "12-14 years" group Feb 19 2026 Thu In BeTWEEN Club 11:00am–12:00pm 8-11 years, 12-14 years Bayside Area Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "8-11 years" group This event is in the "12-14 years" group Feb 19 2026 Thu In BeTWEEN Club 11:00am–12:00pm Bayside Area Library Upcoming Library Branch: Bayside Area Library Room: Bayside Library Meeting Room Age Group: 8-11 years, 12-14 years Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies, STEAM Registration Required Details: Welcome to our daytime hangout for tweens at Bayside Library! Each meeting we will engage in games, arts & crafts, or STEAM related activities.Perfect for homeschool; all are welcome! 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 Feb 19 2026 Thu Bricks at the Beach 3:00pm–6:00pm 5-7 years, 8-11 years Great Neck Area Library This event is in the "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Feb 19 2026 Thu Bricks at the Beach 3:00pm–6:00pm Great Neck Area Library Library Branch: Great Neck Area Library Room: Great Neck Storytime Room Age Group: 5-7 years, 8-11 years Program Type: Hobbies, STEAM Details: Use your imagination to build creations out of stackable bricks and other materials. Grades Pre-K-5. Registration is not required.
This event is in the "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Feb 19 2026 Thu Art Mart 4:30pm–5:30pm 5-7 years, 8-11 years Kempsville Area Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Feb 19 2026 Thu Art Mart 4:30pm–5:30pm Kempsville Area Library Upcoming Library Branch: Kempsville Area Library Room: Kempsville Meeting Room Age Group: 5-7 years, 8-11 years Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Details: Learn about money and budgeting at our Art Mart! Participants will be given Art Mart bucks and a budget to buy the art supplies they would like to use to make their craft project. 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 "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Feb 19 2026 Thu Pawsitive Reading 5:00pm–6:00pm 5-7 years, 8-11 years Bayside Area Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Feb 19 2026 Thu Pawsitive Reading 5:00pm–6:00pm Bayside Area Library Upcoming Library Branch: Bayside Area Library Room: Bayside Storytime Room Age Group: 5-7 years, 8-11 years Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning 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 - 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 "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 "8-11 years" group Feb 20 2026 Fri Black History Month: Community Art Project 10:00am–5:00pm 3-12 months, 12-23 months, 2-3 years, 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library 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 "8-11 years" group Feb 20 2026 Fri Black History Month: Community Art Project 10:00am–5:00pm Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Library Children's Area Age Group: 3-12 months, 12-23 months, 2-3 years, 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Culture Details: Throughout the month of February, contribute to our Black History Month: Community Art Project inspired by visual artist Raymond Saunders. 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 This event is in the "3-5 years" group This event is in the "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Feb 20 2026 Fri Art a la Cart 10:30am–11:30am 2-3 years, 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years Windsor Woods Area Library 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 "8-11 years" group Feb 20 2026 Fri Art a la Cart 10:30am–11:30am Windsor Woods Area Library Library Branch: Windsor Woods Area Library Room: Windsor Woods Programming Room Age Group: 2-3 years, 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years Program Type: Arts & Crafts Details: Drop-in for a fun craft for your family to enjoy! All supplies are provided. Family. No registration required.
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 "8-11 years" group Feb 20 2026 Fri Crafty Book Fridays: Sky Colors by Peter Reynolds 3:30pm–4:15pm 2-3 years, 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years Oceanfront Area Library Upcoming Registration Required 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 "8-11 years" group Feb 20 2026 Fri Crafty Book Fridays: Sky Colors by Peter Reynolds 3:30pm–4:15pm Oceanfront Area Library Upcoming Library Branch: Oceanfront Area Library Room: Oceanfront Children's Area Age Group: 2-3 years, 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytimes & Early Learning Registration Required Details: Come and join our Crafty Book Fridays where we will have a Storytime based on a popular book, book series, or author followed by a themed craft. Ages 2-12 with caregiver. Registration is required.
This event is in the "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Feb 21 2026 Sat Bricks at the Beach 10:00am–11:30am 5-7 years, 8-11 years TCC/City Joint-Use Library This event is in the "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Feb 21 2026 Sat Bricks at the Beach 10:00am–11:30am TCC/City Joint-Use Library Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library Room: Joint-Use Living Room Age Group: 5-7 years, 8-11 years Program Type: Hobbies Details: Use your imagination to build creations out of stackable bricks and other materials. Ages 5-11. Registration is not required. Disclaimer(s) Group Registration Groups of 5 or greater must call the library offering the program to register.
This event is in the "3-12 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 "8-11 years" group Feb 21 2026 Sat Black History Month: Community Art Project 10:00am–5:00pm 3-12 months, 12-23 months, 2-3 years, 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library 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 "8-11 years" group Feb 21 2026 Sat Black History Month: Community Art Project 10:00am–5:00pm Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Library Children's Area Age Group: 3-12 months, 12-23 months, 2-3 years, 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Culture Details: Throughout the month of February, contribute to our Black History Month: Community Art Project inspired by visual artist Raymond Saunders. 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 This event is in the "8-11 years" group Feb 21 2026 Sat Magical Creatures Book Tasting 11:00am–11:45am 5-7 years, 8-11 years Kempsville Area Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Feb 21 2026 Sat Magical Creatures Book Tasting 11:00am–11:45am Kempsville Area Library Upcoming Library Branch: Kempsville Area Library Room: Kempsville Meeting Room Age Group: 5-7 years, 8-11 years Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning Registration Required Details: Join us to talk about your favorite magical creatures books, get recommendations from others, learn about magical creatures from around the world, and find your next magical read. We will also make a craft to take home. Ages 7-11. 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 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 "8-11 years" group Feb 22 2026 Sun Black History Month: Community Art Project 1:00pm–5:00pm 3-12 months, 12-23 months, 2-3 years, 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library 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 "8-11 years" group Feb 22 2026 Sun Black History Month: Community Art Project 1:00pm–5:00pm Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Library Children's Area Age Group: 3-12 months, 12-23 months, 2-3 years, 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Culture Details: Throughout the month of February, contribute to our Black History Month: Community Art Project inspired by visual artist Raymond Saunders. 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 "8-11 years" group Feb 23 2026 Mon Black History Month: Community Art Project 10:00am–5:00pm 3-12 months, 12-23 months, 2-3 years, 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library 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 "8-11 years" group Feb 23 2026 Mon Black History Month: Community Art Project 10:00am–5:00pm Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Library Children's Area Age Group: 3-12 months, 12-23 months, 2-3 years, 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Culture Details: Throughout the month of February, contribute to our Black History Month: Community Art Project inspired by visual artist Raymond Saunders. 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 This event is in the "14-18 years" group This event is in the "18+ years" group Feb 23 2026 Mon JUL/VB Chess Club 4:30pm–6:30pm 8-11 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 18+ years TCC/City Joint-Use Library 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 23 2026 Mon JUL/VB Chess Club 4:30pm–6:30pm TCC/City Joint-Use Library Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library Room: Joint-Use Marketplace South Age Group: 8-11 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 18+ years Program Type: Hobbies Details: Rotating competition is organized by the club coordinator. Knowledge of chess rules is required; limited instruction may be provided for beginners. Chess equipment has been generously donated by Virginia Chess Federation, private donor 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 Feb 23 2026 Mon Pokémon Club 5:00pm–6:00pm 8-11 years, 12-14 years TCC/City Joint-Use Library This event is in the "8-11 years" group This event is in the "12-14 years" group Feb 23 2026 Mon Pokémon Club 5:00pm–6:00pm TCC/City Joint-Use Library Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library Room: Joint-Use Storytime Room Age Group: 8-11 years, 12-14 years Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Culture Details: Hang out, play the card game, and make a craft! Bring your Pokémon cards and games to trade, battle, and more with other local players. Grades 3-8. 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 Feb 23 2026 Mon Battle of the Books 5th Grade Semi-Final 5:00pm–7:00pm 8-11 years Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library 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 "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 "8-11 years" group Feb 24 2026 Tue Black History Month: Community Art Project 10:00am–5:00pm 3-12 months, 12-23 months, 2-3 years, 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library 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 "8-11 years" group Feb 24 2026 Tue Black History Month: Community Art Project 10:00am–5:00pm Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Library Children's Area Age Group: 3-12 months, 12-23 months, 2-3 years, 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Culture Details: Throughout the month of February, contribute to our Black History Month: Community Art Project inspired by visual artist Raymond Saunders. 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 Feb 24 2026 Tue Tween Hour: Fabric Art 4:30pm–5:30pm 8-11 years, 12-14 years TCC/City Joint-Use Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "8-11 years" group This event is in the "12-14 years" group Feb 24 2026 Tue Tween Hour: Fabric Art 4:30pm–5:30pm TCC/City Joint-Use Library Upcoming Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library Room: Joint-Use Storytime Room Age Group: 8-11 years, 12-14 years Program Type: Hobbies Registration Required Details: Join us for an art project decorating fabric with stencils, paint and fabric markers! Create your own design on a tote bag you can keep. Ages 9-13. 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 "8-11 years" group Feb 24 2026 Tue Battle of the Books 5th Grade Semi-Final 5:00pm–7:00pm 8-11 years Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library 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 "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 "8-11 years" group Feb 25 2026 Wed Black History Month: Community Art Project 10:00am–5:00pm 3-12 months, 12-23 months, 2-3 years, 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library 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 "8-11 years" group Feb 25 2026 Wed Black History Month: Community Art Project 10:00am–5:00pm Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Library Children's Area Age Group: 3-12 months, 12-23 months, 2-3 years, 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Culture Details: Throughout the month of February, contribute to our Black History Month: Community Art Project inspired by visual artist Raymond Saunders. Disclaimer(s) Age Requirement for Registration Registrants must be in the designated age range at the start of the program for all programs.
