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 Aug 4 2026 Tue CUSTOMER TRAINING: 3D Printer Orientation 3:30pm–5:00pm 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ years Princess Anne Area 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 "16+ years" group This event is in the "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group Aug 4 2026 Tue CUSTOMER TRAINING: 3D Printer Orientation 3:30pm–5:00pm Princess Anne Area Library Sign-up Open Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library Room: Princess Anne Library 3D Printer Age Group: 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ years Program Type: Computers & Technology Registration Required Details: Do you want to use a 3D Printer at a Virginia Beach Public Library branch? Register for a required 3D printer orientation with a VBPL staff member to learn how to use the 3D Printer. 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 Aug 4 2026 Tue From Page to Picture Tween Book Club 4:30pm–5:30pm 8-11 years, 12-14 years Oceanfront Area Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "8-11 years" group This event is in the "12-14 years" group Aug 4 2026 Tue From Page to Picture Tween Book Club 4:30pm–5:30pm Oceanfront Area Library Upcoming 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 The Polar Express by Chris Van Allsburg. Ages 9-13.
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 Aug 4 2026 Tue CUSTOMER TRAINING: Silhouette Cameo Orientation 5:00pm–6:30pm 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 Aug 4 2026 Tue CUSTOMER TRAINING: Silhouette Cameo Orientation 5:00pm–6:30pm 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 "3-5 years" group This event is in the "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Aug 5 2026 Wed Ballet Virginia: Storytime and Mini Class 2:00pm–3:00pm 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years Pungo-Blackwater Library Upcoming Registration 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 Aug 5 2026 Wed Ballet Virginia: Storytime and Mini Class 2:00pm–3:00pm Pungo-Blackwater Library Upcoming Library Branch: Pungo-Blackwater Library Room: Creeds Library Age Group: 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years Program Type: Hobbies Registration Required Details: Enjoy a storytime with a ballet teacher and student ballerina from Ballet Virginia, try out some poses pictured in the book, and then participate in a “mini" ballet class. Ages 4-10. 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 "12-23 months" group This event is in the "2-3 years" group Aug 6 2026 Thu Toddler Open Play 10:00am–11:30am 12-23 months, 2-3 years Bayside Area Library This event is in the "12-23 months" group This event is in the "2-3 years" group Aug 6 2026 Thu Toddler Open Play 10:00am–11:30am Bayside Area Library Library Branch: Bayside Area Library Room: Bayside Storytime Room Age Group: 12-23 months, 2-3 years 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. 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 Aug 6 2026 Thu StoryWalk®: The Day the Crayons Quit 10:00am–4:30pm 3-5 years, 5-7 years Windsor Woods Area Library This event is in the "3-5 years" group This event is in the "5-7 years" group Aug 6 2026 Thu StoryWalk®: The Day the Crayons Quit 10:00am–4:30pm Windsor Woods Area Library Library Branch: Windsor Woods Area Library Room: Windsor Woods Outside Age Group: 3-5 years, 5-7 years Program Type: Books & Authors Details: Join us for a StoryWalk® featuring The Day the Crayons Quit by Drew Daywalt. Engage in fun activities while you read the story and explore outdoors! Registration is NOT required.
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 Aug 6 2026 Thu CUSTOMER TRAINING: 3D Printer Orientation 10:30am–12:00pm 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ years Princess Anne Area 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 "16+ years" group This event is in the "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group Aug 6 2026 Thu CUSTOMER TRAINING: 3D Printer Orientation 10:30am–12:00pm Princess Anne Area Library Sign-up Open Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library Room: Princess Anne Library 3D Printer Age Group: 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ years Program Type: Computers & Technology Registration Required Details: Do you want to use a 3D Printer at a Virginia Beach Public Library branch? Register for a required 3D printer orientation with a VBPL staff member to learn how to use the 3D Printer. 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 This event is in the "9-13 years" group Aug 6 2026 Thu Spin, Pop, Boom 11:00am–11:45am 5-7 years, 8-11 years, 9-13 years Great Neck Area Library 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 Aug 6 2026 Thu Spin, Pop, Boom 11:00am–11:45am Great Neck Area Library Library Branch: Great Neck Area Library Room: Great Neck Marketplace Age Group: 5-7 years, 8-11 years, 9-13 years Program Type: STEAM Details: The audience is amazed when the Mad Scientist defies gravity in this energetic and spectacular special event. Be enthralled by the exotic sounds of the didgeridoo tubes. An explosion of foam ends this event and leaves the audience wanting more! 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 Aug 6 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 Aug 6 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 "3-12 months" group This event is in the "12-23 months" group Aug 7 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 Aug 7 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 "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 Aug 7 2026 Fri Crafty Book Fridays: Boxitects by Kim Smith 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 Aug 7 2026 Fri Crafty Book Fridays: Boxitects by Kim Smith 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 "12-23 months" group This event is in the "2-3 years" group Aug 10 2026 Mon Toddler Open Play 10:00am–11:30am 12-23 months, 2-3 years TCC/City Joint-Use Library This event is in the "12-23 months" group This event is in the "2-3 years" group Aug 10 2026 Mon Toddler 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: 12-23 months, 2-3 years 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 "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 Aug 10 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 Aug 10 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 "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 Aug 10 2026 Mon CUSTOMER TRAINING: 3D Printer Orientation 5:00pm–6:30pm 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ years Princess Anne Area 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 "16+ years" group This event is in the "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group Aug 10 2026 Mon CUSTOMER TRAINING: 3D Printer Orientation 5:00pm–6:30pm Princess Anne Area Library Sign-up Open Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library Room: Princess Anne Library 3D Printer Age Group: 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ years Program Type: Computers & Technology Registration Required Details: Do you want to use a 3D Printer at a Virginia Beach Public Library branch? Register for a required 3D printer orientation with a VBPL staff member to learn how to use the 3D Printer. 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 "12-23 months" group This event is in the "2-3 years" group Aug 11 2026 Tue Toddler Open Play 10:00am–11:30am 12-23 months, 2-3 years Princess Anne Area Library This event is in the "12-23 months" group This event is in the "2-3 years" group Aug 11 2026 Tue Toddler Open Play 10:00am–11:30am Princess Anne Area Library Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library Room: Princess Anne Meeting Room Age Group: 12-23 months, 2-3 years 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 "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 Aug 11 2026 Tue CUSTOMER TRAINING: 3D Printer Orientation 3:30pm–5:00pm 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ years Princess Anne Area 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 "16+ years" group This event is in the "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group Aug 11 2026 Tue CUSTOMER TRAINING: 3D Printer Orientation 3:30pm–5:00pm Princess Anne Area Library Sign-up Open Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library Room: Princess Anne Library 3D Printer Age Group: 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ years Program Type: Computers & Technology Registration Required Details: Do you want to use a 3D Printer at a Virginia Beach Public Library branch? Register for a required 3D printer orientation with a VBPL staff member to learn how to use the 3D Printer. 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 "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 Aug 11 2026 Tue CUSTOMER TRAINING: Silhouette Cameo Orientation 5:00pm–6:30pm 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 Aug 11 2026 Tue CUSTOMER TRAINING: Silhouette Cameo Orientation 5:00pm–6:30pm 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 "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 Aug 13 2026 Thu CUSTOMER TRAINING: 3D Printer Orientation 10:30am–12:00pm 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ years Princess Anne Area 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 "16+ years" group This event is in the "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group Aug 13 2026 Thu CUSTOMER TRAINING: 3D Printer Orientation 10:30am–12:00pm Princess Anne Area Library Sign-up Open Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library Room: Princess Anne Library 3D Printer Age Group: 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ years Program Type: Computers & Technology Registration Required Details: Do you want to use a 3D Printer at a Virginia Beach Public Library branch? Register for a required 3D printer orientation with a VBPL staff member to learn how to use the 3D Printer. 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 Aug 13 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 Aug 13 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 "2-3 years" group This event is in the "3-5 years" group Aug 13 2026 Thu Ready to Read: The Whole Child Workshop 5:30pm–6:15pm 2-3 years, 3-5 years Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "2-3 years" group This event is in the "3-5 years" group Aug 13 2026 Thu Ready to Read: The Whole Child Workshop 5:30pm–6:15pm Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Upcoming Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central 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 "3-12 months" group This event is in the "12-23 months" group Aug 14 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 Aug 14 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 "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group Aug 14 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 Aug 14 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 "2-3 years" group This event is in the "3-5 years" group Aug 14 2026 Fri Ready to Read: The Whole Child Workshop 10:30am–11:15am 2-3 years, 3-5 years Kempsville Area Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "2-3 years" group This event is in the "3-5 years" group Aug 14 2026 Fri Ready to Read: The Whole Child Workshop 10:30am–11:15am Kempsville Area Library Upcoming Library Branch: Kempsville Area Library Room: Kempsville 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 "3-5 years" group This event is in the "5-7 years" group Aug 15 2026 Sat StoryWalk® Saturday: What If... 10:00am–4:00pm 3-5 years, 5-7 years TCC/City Joint-Use Library This event is in the "3-5 years" group This event is in the "5-7 years" group Aug 15 2026 Sat StoryWalk® Saturday: What If... 10:00am–4:00pm TCC/City Joint-Use Library Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library Room: Joint-Use Lawn Age Group: 3-5 years, 5-7 years Program Type: Books & Authors Details: Join us for a StoryWalk® featuring What If... by Samantha Berger. Engage in fun activities while you read the story and explore the library!
