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 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 Apr 24 2026 Fri Accessibility Hour 9:00am–10:00am 3-12 months, 12-23 months, 2-3 years, 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years, 9-13 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years Kempsville Area 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 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 Apr 24 2026 Fri Accessibility Hour 9:00am–10:00am Kempsville Area Library Library Branch: Kempsville Area Library Room: Kempsville Youth Space Age Group: 3-12 months, 12-23 months, 2-3 years, 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years, 9-13 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years Program Type: Workshops & Lectures Details: Accessibility Hour is when the Kempsville branch of the library will be opening an hour before our normal operating hours on the last Friday of the month. 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 "16+ years" group This event is in the "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group Apr 25 2026 Sat One-on-One English Language Learners Resources & Programs 3:00pm–4:00pm 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ years TCC/City Joint-Use Library Cancelled Sign-up Closed Registration Required This event is in the "16+ years" group This event is in the "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group Apr 25 2026 Sat Cancelled One-on-One English Language Learners Resources & Programs 3:00pm–4:00pm TCC/City Joint-Use Library Sign-up Closed Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library Room: Joint-Use Digital Media Lab Age Group: 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ years Program Type: Workshops & Lectures Registration Required Details: Receive personalized, one-on-one assistance from a library staff member in a session designed specifically for you as an English Language Learner. 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 "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group Apr 28 2026 Tue Preservation Week: Recording Family Stories 6:00pm–7:30pm 18+ years, 60+ years Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Sign-up Open Registration Required This event is in the "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group Apr 28 2026 Tue Preservation Week: Recording Family Stories 6:00pm–7:30pm Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Sign-up Open Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Libris Meeting Room Age Group: 18+ years, 60+ years Program Type: History & Genealogy, Workshops & Lectures Registration Required Details: This program will teach workshop participants how to plan a family oral history project.
This event is in the "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Apr 29 2026 Wed Time2Learn: Write a Book 2:30pm–3:30pm 5-7 years, 8-11 years Windsor Woods Area Library Sign-up Open Registration Required This event is in the "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Apr 29 2026 Wed Time2Learn: Write a Book 2:30pm–3:30pm Windsor Woods Area Library Sign-up Open Library Branch: Windsor Woods Area Library Room: Windsor Woods Programming Room Age Group: 5-7 years, 8-11 years Program Type: Workshops & Lectures Registration Required Details: We all love to read a good story, but are you ready to write one? Come and try something new. Be the author of your very own story. This is a 3 part program. Ages 6-8. 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 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 Apr 29 2026 Wed Curious About How to Homeschool and Work? 4:00pm–5:00pm 2-3 years, 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years, 9-13 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ years TCC/City Joint-Use Library Sign-up Open 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 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 Apr 29 2026 Wed Curious About How to Homeschool and Work? 4:00pm–5:00pm TCC/City Joint-Use Library Sign-up Open Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library Room: Joint-Use Storytime Room Age Group: 2-3 years, 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: Workshops & Lectures Registration Required Details: Thinking about homeschooling? Currently homeschooling but could use some tips? Join this seminar to learn from a seasoned teacher, tutor and homeschooler. We will have fun activities for children as well! Family. 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. For more information please visit libraries.virginiabeach.gov/research-learn/technology.
This event is in the "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group Apr 30 2026 Thu Preservation Week: Preserving Your Family's History 6:00pm–7:00pm 18+ years, 60+ years Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Sign-up Open Registration Required This event is in the "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group Apr 30 2026 Thu Preservation Week: Preserving Your Family's History 6:00pm–7:00pm Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Sign-up Open Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Libris Meeting Room Age Group: 18+ years, 60+ years Program Type: History & Genealogy, Workshops & Lectures Registration Required Details: In honor of Preservation Week, learn how to preserve your family's historic documents and heirlooms at home. Adults. 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 May 4 2026 Mon Pathways to Connections 10:30am–12:00pm 18+ years, 60+ years Bayside Area Library Sign-up Open Registration Required This event is in the "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group May 4 2026 Mon Pathways to Connections 10:30am–12:00pm Bayside Area Library Sign-up Open Library Branch: Bayside Area Library Room: Bayside Library Meeting Room Age Group: 18+ years, 60+ years Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshops & Lectures Registration Required Details: Join us for a brain-fitness program for older adults designed to maximize physical, mental, and social well-being through fun, stimulating activities. Adults 60+. Registration is required. Call 757-385-0150 for assistance. 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 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 May 9 2026 Sat Gardening 101: Magic in the Dirt 10:15am–11:30am 5-7 years, 8-11 years, 9-13 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ 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 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 May 9 2026 Sat Gardening 101: Magic in the Dirt 10:15am–11:30am Bayside Area Library Upcoming Library Branch: Bayside Area Library Room: Bayside Library Meeting Room Age Group: 5-7 years, 8-11 years, 9-13 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ years Program Type: Hobbies, STEAM, Storytimes & Early Learning, Workshops & Lectures Registration Required Details: Join our Master Gardeners to discover the "Magic in the Dirt" by starting a container garden from scratch. 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 May 9 2026 Sat Life in a Butterfly Garden 2:00pm–4:00pm 18+ years, 60+ years Kempsville Area Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group May 9 2026 Sat Life in a Butterfly Garden 2:00pm–4:00pm Kempsville Area Library Upcoming Library Branch: Kempsville Area Library Room: Kempsville Meeting Room Age Group: 18+ years, 60+ years Program Type: Workshops & Lectures Registration Required Details: Robert Kielbowicz from The Butterfly Society of Virginia will share his knowledge about creating a butterfly garden and the food web it provides. We will tour Kempsville Library's pollinator garden. Handouts and seed packets will be gi Disclaimer(s) 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 May 13 2026 Wed Lunch & Learn with Autism Society of Tidewater Virginia 11:00am–1:00pm 18+ years, 60+ years Bayside Area Library Upcoming 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 "2-3 years" group This event is in the "3-5 years" group May 15 2026 Fri Ready to Read: The Whole Child Workshop 2:30pm–3:15pm 2-3 years, 3-5 years Princess Anne Area Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "2-3 years" group This event is in the "3-5 years" group May 15 2026 Fri Ready to Read: The Whole Child Workshop 2:30pm–3:15pm Princess Anne Area Library Upcoming Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library Room: Princess Anne Storytime Room Age Group: 2-3 years, 3-5 years Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning, Workshops & Lectures Registration Required Details: You are your child’s teacher! In this 45 minute session, parents and caregivers will learn techniques to support early literacy at home through daily routines as they sing, talk, read, write, and play together. 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 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 This event is in the "60+ years" group May 16 2026 Sat Enchanted Steps: History Through Dance 10:30am–11:30pm 5-7 years, 8-11 years, 9-13 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 18+ years, 60+ years Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Upcoming Registration Required 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 "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group May 16 2026 Sat Enchanted Steps: History Through Dance 10:30am–11:30pm Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Upcoming Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Libris Meeting Room Age Group: 5-7 years, 8-11 years, 9-13 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 18+ years, 60+ years Program Type: Culture, Hobbies, Workshops & Lectures Registration Required Details: Step into a world where movement becomes mythology, and every gesture echoes ancient story. In this workshop, Ami and Mihita will present a small dance number, and break it down using classical dance techniques. 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 May 16 2026 Sat Explore: More Storytelling 2:00pm–3:30pm 18+ years, 60+ years Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group May 16 2026 Sat Explore: More Storytelling 2:00pm–3:30pm Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Upcoming Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Folio Meeting Room Age Group: 18+ years, 60+ years Program Type: Hobbies, Workshops & Lectures Registration Required Details: Let's celebrate National Share A Story Month. Got a story you can't wait to tell?
This event is in the "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group May 18 2026 Mon Pathways to Connections 10:30am–12:00pm 18+ years, 60+ years Bayside Area Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group May 18 2026 Mon Pathways to Connections 10:30am–12:00pm Bayside Area Library Upcoming Library Branch: Bayside Area Library Room: Bayside Library Meeting Room Age Group: 18+ years, 60+ years Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshops & Lectures Registration Required Details: Join us for a brain-fitness program for older adults designed to maximize physical, mental, and social well-being through fun, stimulating activities. Adults 60+. Registration is required. Call 757-385-0150 for assistance. 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.
May 24 2026 Sun Day Before Memorial Day All Day Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Closing May 24 2026 Sun Closing Day Before Memorial Day All Day Branches: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library
May 25 2026 Mon Memorial Day All Day All Branches Closing May 25 2026 Mon Closing Memorial Day All Day Branches: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library, Bayside Area Library, Great Neck Area Library, Kempsville Area Library, Oceanfront Area Library, Princess Anne Area Library, Pungo-Blackwater Library, TCC/City Joint-Use Library, Wahab Public Law Library, Windsor Woods Area Library, Bookmobile, Digital Program, Off Site, Technology Services
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 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 May 29 2026 Fri Accessibility Hour 9:00am–10:00am 3-12 months, 12-23 months, 2-3 years, 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years, 9-13 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years Kempsville Area 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 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 May 29 2026 Fri Accessibility Hour 9:00am–10:00am Kempsville Area Library Library Branch: Kempsville Area Library Room: Kempsville Youth Space Age Group: 3-12 months, 12-23 months, 2-3 years, 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years, 9-13 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years Program Type: Workshops & Lectures Details: Accessibility Hour is when the Kempsville branch of the library will be opening an hour before our normal operating hours on the last Friday of the month in order to better serve youth with special needs and their families. 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 "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group May 30 2026 Sat We Have a Law Library 10:30am–11:30am 18+ years, 60+ years Bayside Area Library This event is in the "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group May 30 2026 Sat We Have a Law Library 10:30am–11:30am Bayside Area Library Library Branch: Bayside Area Library Room: Bayside Library Meeting Room Age Group: 18+ years, 60+ years Program Type: Workshops & Lectures Details: Did you know? Virginia Beach has a law library!
This event is in the "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group Jun 2 2026 Tue Emergency Communications Community Resources 10:00am–12:00pm 18+ years, 60+ years Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library This event is in the "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group Jun 2 2026 Tue Emergency Communications Community Resources 10:00am–12:00pm Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Community Area Age Group: 18+ years, 60+ years Program Type: Workshops & Lectures Details: The City of Virginia Beach Emergency Communications Department will be hosting a community resource table today. Stop by to learn more about this vital department and how it serves the citizens of Virginia Beach.
This event is in the "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group Jun 12 2026 Fri English Language Learners 6 Week Literacy Bootcamp 10:00am–11:30am 18+ years, 60+ years Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group Jun 12 2026 Fri English Language Learners 6 Week Literacy Bootcamp 10:00am–11:30am Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Upcoming Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Library Large Conference Room Age Group: 18+ years, 60+ years Program Type: Culture, Workshops & Lectures Registration Required Details: 6 weeks. Every 2nd and 4th Friday in June, July, August. 10-11:30 a.m. Theme: Telling Your Story.
Jun 19 2026 Fri Juneteenth All Day All Branches Closing Jun 19 2026 Fri Closing Juneteenth All Day Branches: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library, Bayside Area Library, Great Neck Area Library, Kempsville Area Library, Oceanfront Area Library, Princess Anne Area Library, Pungo-Blackwater Library, TCC/City Joint-Use Library, Wahab Public Law Library, Windsor Woods Area Library, Bookmobile, Digital Program, Off Site, Technology Services
This event is in the "5-7 years" group Jun 22 2026 Mon The Cursive Connection 4:00pm–6:00pm 5-7 years Bayside Area Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "5-7 years" group Jun 22 2026 Mon The Cursive Connection 4:00pm–6:00pm Bayside Area Library Upcoming Library Branch: Bayside Area Library Room: Bayside Library Meeting Room Age Group: 5-7 years Program Type: Workshops & Lectures Registration Required Details: Give your child a chance to learn an important art that many schools no longer teach. Participants will learn how to form letters, connect them, and write them names in cursive. 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 Jun 26 2026 Fri English Language Learners 6 Week Literacy Bootcamp 10:00am–11:30am 18+ years, 60+ years Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group Jun 26 2026 Fri English Language Learners 6 Week Literacy Bootcamp 10:00am–11:30am Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Upcoming Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Library Large Conference Room Age Group: 18+ years, 60+ years Program Type: Culture, Workshops & Lectures Registration Required Details: 6 weeks. Every 2nd and 4th Friday in June, July, August. 10-11:30 a.m. Theme: Telling Your Story.
This event is in the "5-7 years" group Jun 29 2026 Mon The Cursive Connection 4:00pm–6:00pm 5-7 years Bayside Area Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "5-7 years" group Jun 29 2026 Mon The Cursive Connection 4:00pm–6:00pm Bayside Area Library Upcoming Library Branch: Bayside Area Library Room: Bayside Library Meeting Room Age Group: 5-7 years Program Type: Workshops & Lectures Registration Required Details: Give your child a chance to learn an important art that many schools no longer teach. Participants will learn how to form letters, connect them, and write them names in cursive. 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.
