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 Jan 22 2026 Thu "I Have a Dream" Speech Bubbles Project 12:15pm–1:15pm 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years Oceanfront Area 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 Jan 22 2026 Thu "I Have a Dream" Speech Bubbles Project 12:15pm–1:15pm Oceanfront Area Library Library Branch: Oceanfront Area Library Room: Oceanfront Children's Area Age Group: 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years Program Type: Arts & Crafts Details: Stop by the children's area and fill out a speech bubble in response of Martin Luther King Jr's "I Have A Dream" Speech. These bubbles will be displayed in the children's area during January.
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 Jan 22 2026 Thu CUSTOMER TRAINING: Silhouette Cameo Orientation 3:00pm–4:30pm 14-18 years, 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ years Princess Anne Area Library Sign-up Open Registration Required 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 Jan 22 2026 Thu CUSTOMER TRAINING: Silhouette Cameo Orientation 3:00pm–4:30pm Princess Anne Area Library Sign-up Open Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library Room: Princess Anne Library Silhouette Cameo 4 Age Group: 14-18 years, 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ years Program Type: Computers & Technology Registration Required Details: Learn to use our Silhouette Cameo 4 desktop cutting machine! This orientation session, guided by library staff, covers everything you need to know to begin reserving time to work independently on our 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 Jan 22 2026 Thu Elementary Science 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 Jan 22 2026 Thu Elementary Science 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: STEAM Registration Required Details: Explore Science, Engineering, Technology, Arts and Math in this interactive program. Join us this month as we explore magnets. 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 "18+ years" group Jan 22 2026 Thu DIY Cookie Coasters 5:30pm–6:30pm 18+ years Windsor Woods Area Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "18+ years" group Jan 22 2026 Thu DIY Cookie Coasters 5:30pm–6:30pm Windsor Woods Area Library Upcoming Library Branch: Windsor Woods Area Library Room: Windsor Woods Programming Room Age Group: 18+ years Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Details: We're making DIY Cookie Coasters out of air dry clay! This is a 2 part program. The first week we will sculpt and the 2nd week we will paint! Join us at Windsor Woods to make these delicious looking treats. Adults 18+
This event is in the "12-14 years" group This event is in the "14-18 years" group Jan 22 2026 Thu Teen Time: STEAM 5:30pm–6:45pm 12-14 years, 14-18 years TCC/City Joint-Use Library This event is in the "12-14 years" group This event is in the "14-18 years" group Jan 22 2026 Thu Teen Time: STEAM 5:30pm–6:45pm TCC/City Joint-Use Library Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library Room: Joint-Use Teen Space Age Group: 12-14 years, 14-18 years Program Type: STEAM Details: Join us Thursday nights for teen-only activities. Enjoy anime, games, crafts, and more, with different selections each week. Showings change monthly and may be rated up to TV-14/PG-13. Age 12-18. 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 Jan 23 2026 Fri Just 2s Builder's Lab 9:30am–10:00am 2-3 years Kempsville Area Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "2-3 years" group Jan 23 2026 Fri Just 2s Builder's Lab 9:30am–10:00am Kempsville Area Library Upcoming Library Branch: Kempsville Area Library Room: Kempsville Meeting Room Age Group: 2-3 years Program Type: STEAM Registration Required Details: This interactive program for two-year-olds combines favorite stories with hands-on building fun. Toddlers will explore early engineering skills using safe, simple materials—perfect for little hands and big imaginations. 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 Jan 23 2026 Fri Baby Open Play 10:00am–11:30am 3-12 months, 12-23 months TCC/City Joint-Use Library This event is in the "3-12 months" group This event is in the "12-23 months" group Jan 23 2026 Fri Baby Open Play 10:00am–11:30am TCC/City Joint-Use Library Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library Room: Joint-Use Storytime Room Age Group: 3-12 months, 12-23 months 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 program is for both caregiver and child, and is not a structured program. Ages 3 to 24 months with caregiver.
This event is in the "3-12 months" group This event is in the "12-23 months" group Jan 23 2026 Fri Baby Open Play 10:00am–11:30am 3-12 months, 12-23 months Princess Anne Area Library This event is in the "3-12 months" group This event is in the "12-23 months" group Jan 23 2026 Fri Baby Open Play 10:00am–11:30am Princess Anne Area Library Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library Room: Princess Anne Meeting Room Age Group: 3-12 months, 12-23 months 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 program is for both caregiver and child, and is not a traditionally structured program. 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 Jan 23 2026 Fri Baby Open Play 10:00am–11:30am 3-12 months Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library This event is in the "3-12 months" group Jan 23 2026 Fri Baby Open Play 10:00am–11:30am Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Storytime Room Age Group: 3-12 months 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 "3-5 years" group Jan 23 2026 Fri Pretend Play: Winter Wonderland 10:30am–11:30am 3-5 years Windsor Woods Area Library This event is in the "3-5 years" group Jan 23 2026 Fri Pretend Play: Winter Wonderland 10:30am–11:30am Windsor Woods Area Library Library Branch: Windsor Woods Area Library Room: Windsor Woods Programming Room Age Group: 3-5 years Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytimes & Early Learning Details: Practice creative problem solving, and language skills while engaging in imaginative play! All materials are provided. Ages 3-5. 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 "3-5 years" group Jan 23 2026 Fri Preschool Art 10:30am–11:15pm 3-5 years Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "3-5 years" group Jan 23 2026 Fri Preschool Art 10:30am–11:15pm Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Upcoming Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Library Large Conference Room Age Group: 3-5 years Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Details: Bring your preschooler to explore different artistic styles. Please wear clothes you don’t mind getting messy! Ages 3-5 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 This event is in the "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Jan 23 2026 Fri "I Have a Dream" Speech Bubbles Project 12:15pm–1:15pm 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years Oceanfront Area 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 Jan 23 2026 Fri "I Have a Dream" Speech Bubbles Project 12:15pm–1:15pm Oceanfront Area Library Library Branch: Oceanfront Area Library Room: Oceanfront Children's Area Age Group: 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years Program Type: Arts & Crafts Details: Stop by the children's area and fill out a speech bubble in response of Martin Luther King Jr's "I Have A Dream" Speech. These bubbles will be displayed in the children's area during January.
This event is in the "18+ years" group Jan 23 2026 Fri Crafternoons 2:00pm–4:00pm 18+ years Princess Anne Area Library This event is in the "18+ years" group Jan 23 2026 Fri Crafternoons 2:00pm–4:00pm Princess Anne Area Library Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library Room: Princess Anne Meeting Room Age Group: 18+ 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 "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 Jan 23 2026 Fri Crafty Book Fridays: When Pencil Met Eraser by Karen Kilpatrick 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 Jan 23 2026 Fri Crafty Book Fridays: When Pencil Met Eraser by Karen Kilpatrick 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 "12-14 years" group This event is in the "14-18 years" group This event is in the "18+ years" group Jan 23 2026 Fri Natalia Rojas, Award-Winning Artist and Board Game Illustrator of Wingspan 6:00pm–8:00pm 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 18+ years Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Sign-up Open Registration Required 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 Jan 23 2026 Fri Natalia Rojas, Award-Winning Artist and Board Game Illustrator of Wingspan 6:00pm–8:00pm Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Sign-up Open Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Auditorium Age Group: 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 18+ years Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Authors, Culture, Hobbies Registration Required Details: Winter Wildlife Festival Special Guest Speaker!
This event is in the "14-18 years" group This event is in the "18+ years" group Jan 24 2026 Sat Art Workshop with Natalia Rojas, award-winning board game illustrator of Wingspan 9:00am–10:00am 14-18 years, 18+ years Princess Anne Area Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "14-18 years" group This event is in the "18+ years" group Jan 24 2026 Sat Art Workshop with Natalia Rojas, award-winning board game illustrator of Wingspan 9:00am–10:00am Princess Anne Area Library Upcoming Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library Room: Princess Anne Meeting Room Age Group: 14-18 years, 18+ years Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Authors, Culture, Workshops & Lectures Registration Required Details: Join Winter Wildlife Festival special guest Natalia Rojas, award-winning board game illustrator, for an art workshop. No experience needed. Registration is required. Adults.
This event is in the "3-12 months" group This event is in the "12-23 months" group Jan 24 2026 Sat Baby Paint & Play 10:00am–10:30am 3-12 months, 12-23 months Pungo-Blackwater Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "3-12 months" group This event is in the "12-23 months" group Jan 24 2026 Sat Baby Paint & Play 10:00am–10:30am Pungo-Blackwater Library Upcoming Library Branch: Pungo-Blackwater Library Room: Pungo-Blackwater Storytime Room Age Group: 3-12 months, 12-23 months Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Details: Bring your babies to explore different artistic styles. Please come dressed in attire that can get messy. Ages 6-23 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 This event is in the "5-7 years" group Jan 24 2026 Sat Finger Gym 10:00am–11:00am 3-5 years, 5-7 years TCC/City Joint-Use Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "3-5 years" group This event is in the "5-7 years" group Jan 24 2026 Sat Finger Gym 10:00am–11:00am TCC/City Joint-Use Library Upcoming Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library Room: Joint-Use Storytime Room Age Group: 3-5 years, 5-7 years Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning Registration Required Details: Get those fingers working! Build hand/eye coordination and muscles in your child's hand. Practice skills like cutting with scissors, writing, and drawing with fun learning activities. Ages 3-7 with caregiver.
This event is in the "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Jan 24 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 Jan 24 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 "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 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 Jan 24 2026 Sat Virginia Opera's Dragon's Breath 10:30am–11:30am 2-3 years, 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 18+ years TCC/City Joint-Use 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 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 Jan 24 2026 Sat Virginia Opera's Dragon's Breath 10:30am–11:30am TCC/City Joint-Use Library Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library Room: Joint-Use Upstairs Crystal Age Group: 2-3 years, 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 18+ years Program Type: Culture Details: The Virginia Opera presents Dragon's Breath! Dragon’s Breath is an interactive, hour-long, educational opera that teaches children the importance of empathy and self-love. 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 This event is in the "5-7 years" group Jan 24 2026 Sat Winter Wildlife Storytime 11:00am–11:45am 3-5 years, 5-7 years Princess Anne Area Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "3-5 years" group This event is in the "5-7 years" group Jan 24 2026 Sat Winter Wildlife Storytime 11:00am–11:45am Princess Anne Area Library Upcoming Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library Room: Princess Anne Meeting Room Age Group: 3-5 years, 5-7 years Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning Registration Required Details: Join us during the Winter Wildlife Festival for a story and craft event. Preschoolers (3-5 years) through 2nd grade with caregiver. 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 "3-5 years" group This event is in the "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group 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 "16+ years" group This event is in the "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group Jan 24 2026 Sat Art Moves Us: Virginia MOCA at Virginia Beach Public Libraries 12:00pm–3:00pm 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years, 9-13 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ years Bayside Area 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 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 "16+ years" group This event is in the "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group Jan 24 2026 Sat Art Moves Us: Virginia MOCA at Virginia Beach Public Libraries 12:00pm–3:00pm Bayside Area Library Library Branch: Bayside Area Library Room: Bayside Common Area Age Group: 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years, 9-13 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ years Program Type: Arts & Crafts Details: Art Moves Us into neighborhoods across the city this winter! Virginia MOCA is partnering with Virginia Beach Public Library to offer free, all-ages artmaking from January through March.
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 Jan 24 2026 Sat "I Have a Dream" Speech Bubbles Project 12:15pm–1:15pm 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years Oceanfront Area 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 Jan 24 2026 Sat "I Have a Dream" Speech Bubbles Project 12:15pm–1:15pm Oceanfront Area Library Library Branch: Oceanfront Area Library Room: Oceanfront Children's Area Age Group: 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years Program Type: Arts & Crafts Details: Stop by the children's area and fill out a speech bubble in response of Martin Luther King Jr's "I Have A Dream" Speech. These bubbles will be displayed in the children's area during January.
This event is in the "18+ years" group Jan 24 2026 Sat We Have a Law Library! 1:00pm–2:00pm 18+ years Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library This event is in the "18+ years" group Jan 24 2026 Sat We Have a Law Library! 1:00pm–2:00pm Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Folio Meeting Room Age Group: 18+ years Program Type: Workshops & Lectures Details: Did you know? Virginia Beach has a law library!
