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This event is in the "Adults 18+" group.

Crafternoons

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults 18+
Princess Anne Area Library
Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library
Room: Princess Anne Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults 18+
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
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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 "Adults 18+" group.

String Art

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults 18+
Pungo-Blackwater Library
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Library Branch: Pungo-Blackwater Library
Room: Pungo-Blackwater Storytime Room
Age Group: Adults 18+
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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Make a delightful work of art using nails, string and your imagination. You'll be amazed at what a few intersecting straight lines can create. Adults. Registration is required.

This event is in the "Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Grades 9-12" group.
This event is in the "Adults 18+" group.

Botanical Illustrations

10:00am - 11:00am
Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Adults 18+
TCC/City Joint-Use Library
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Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library
Room: Joint-Use Library Rooms L102 and L103
Age Group: Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Adults 18+
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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Using your own powers of observation, learn techniques of how to paint flowers and plants with acrylics, following simple principles of design and color. This program is funded by Virginia Beach Arts and Humanities Commission and Helen G.

This event is in the "Grades K-2" group.
This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6-8" group.

Building Adventure: Minecraft Mania!

10:00am - 12:00pm
Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8
TCC/City Joint-Use Library
Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library
Room: Joint-Use Storytime Room
Age Group: Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Culture, STEAM
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Bring the family and join us in the Joint-Use Library Children's Room for a building-themed Minecraft adventure! Explore different building and crafting stations, play themed games, and a strike a pose in the photo booth! All ages welcome.

This event is in the "Toddlers (2-3 years)" group.
This event is in the "Preschool (3-5 years)" group.

Story & Craft- Elmer by David McKee

10:30am - 11:15am
Toddlers (2-3 years), Preschool (3-5 years)
Windsor Woods Area Library
Library Branch: Windsor Woods Area Library
Room: Windsor Woods Programming Room
Age Group: Toddlers (2-3 years), Preschool (3-5 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytimes & Early Learning
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Come and enjoy a story with a fun craft! We are reading Elmer by David McKee --  a classic tale that celebrates individuality. Ages 3-5 with caregiver. 

This event is in the "Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Grades 9-12" group.

Botanical Illustrations Workshop

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Princess Anne Area Library
Sign-up Open
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Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library
Room: Princess Anne Meeting Room
Age Group: Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshops & Lectures
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
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Using your own powers of observation, learn techniques of how to paint flowers and plants with acrylics, following simple principles of design and color with visual artist Asiko-oluwa Aderin. Supplies Provided. Registration is required.

This event is in the "Adults 18+" group.

Spa Day!

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults 18+
Kempsville Area Library
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Library Branch: Kempsville Area Library
Room: Kempsville Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults 18+
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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Come join us to make DIY lip balm and face scrub using ingredients found in your kitchen!  All supplies provided.

Adults.  Registration is required.

This event is in the "Adults 18+" group.

Crafternoons

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults 18+
Bayside Area Library
Library Branch: Bayside Area Library
Room: Bayside Library Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults 18+
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
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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 "Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Grades 9-12" group.

Teen Yarn Art

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Oceanfront Area Library
Sign-up Open
Registration
Library Branch: Oceanfront Area Library
Room: Oceanfront Area Library Meeting Room
Age Group: Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Details:

Create your own yarn art masterpiece! All supplies will be provided to follow along to a guided craft or try your own design! 

This event is in the "Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Grades 9-12" group.

Teen Time: Anime Club

4:00pm - 5:45pm
Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Kempsville Area Library
Library Branch: Kempsville Area Library
Room: Kempsville Teen & Technology Space
Age Group: Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM
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Join us Tuesday nights for teen-only activities. Enjoy movies, games, crafts, and more, with different selections each week.

Grades 6-12. Registration is not required, drop in any time!

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This event is in the "Preschool (3-5 years)" group.

Preschool Art

10:30am - 11:30am
Preschool (3-5 years)
Kempsville Area Library
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Library Branch: Kempsville Area Library
Room: Kempsville Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool (3-5 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytimes & Early Learning
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Details:

Bring your preschooler to explore different artistic styles. This month's projects will be all about shapes!  Please wear clothes you don't mind getting messy! Ages 3-5 with caregiver. Registration is required

This event is in the "Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Grades 9-12" group.

Homeschool Hangout

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Princess Anne Area Library
Sign-up Open
Registration
Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library
Room: Princess Anne Meeting Room
Age Group: Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies, Jobs & Careers, Movies & Entertainment, STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
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Homeschoolers! Join us Wednesday for teen only activities. Come in this week to compete to see who can make the tallest toothpick tower. Grades 6-12. Registration is required. 

This event is in the "Preschool (3-5 years)" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-2" group.
This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group.

LiveArt

2:00pm - 2:45pm
Preschool (3-5 years), Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Oceanfront Area Library
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Library Branch: Oceanfront Area Library
Room: Oceanfront Area Library Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool (3-5 years), Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Details:

Perform, create, and have fun! Join us to explore various art forms. Each class features a new skill, artist, artistic movement or technique. Preschool - 5th grade. Registration is required. 

This event is in the "Adults 18+" group.

Crafternoons

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults 18+
Kempsville Area Library
Library Branch: Kempsville Area Library
Room: Kempsville Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults 18+
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 "Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Grades 9-12" group.

Teen Time: Pony Beads

5:00pm - 6:45pm
Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Princess Anne Area Library
Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library
Room: Princess Anne Meeting Room
Age Group: Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies, Movies & Entertainment, STEAM
Details:

Join us Wednesdays for teen-only activities. Enjoy movies, games, crafts, and more, with different selections each week. Grades 6-12. Registration is not required; drop in any time!

Weekly Themes:

This event is in the "Adults 18+" group.

Meet the Artist Tamara Vogren Tara

5:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults 18+
Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library
Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library
Room: Central Gallery
Age Group: Adults 18+
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Culture
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Meet and greet local artist Tamara Vogrin Tara whose art is on display in the Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Art Gallery for the month of April.

This event is in the "Adults 18+" group.

Junk Journaling Club

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults 18+
Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library
Sign-up Open
Registration
Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library
Room: Central Folio Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults 18+
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Details:

Interested in junk journaling or scrapbooking? Join the club! In this program, you will be able to repurpose everyday materials to create unique, personalized journals or scrapbooks.

This event is in the "Adults 18+" group.

Tiny Canvas Paint Night

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults 18+
Off Site
Waitlist
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Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults 18+
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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Join us at Vibrant Shore Brewing Co. to paint a spring-themed tiny canvas using acrylic paint. All supplies provided.

Adults. Registration is required.

This event is in the "Adults 18+" group.

Crafternoons

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults 18+
Great Neck Area Library
Library Branch: Great Neck Area Library
Room: Great Neck Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults 18+
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 "Grades 3-5" group.

LiveArt

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Grades 3-5
Kempsville Area Library
Sign-up Open
Registration
Library Branch: Kempsville Area Library
Room: Kempsville Meeting Room
Age Group: Grades 3-5
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Details:

Perform, create, and have fun! Join us to explore various art forms. Each class features a new skill, artist, artistic movement, or technique. This month we will be learning about upcycling and creating journals from old books and materials.

This event is in the "Preschool (3-5 years)" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-2" group.

Finger Gym

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Preschool (3-5 years), Grades K-2
Bayside Area Library
Sign-up Open
Registration
Library Branch: Bayside Area Library
Room: Bayside Library Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool (3-5 years), Grades K-2
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Details:

Get those fingers working! Build eye/hand coordination and muscles in your child’s hand. Practice skills like cutting with scissors, writing, and drawing with fun learning activities. 

This event is in the "Grades K-2" group.
This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group.

Bricks at the Beach

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Princess Anne Area Library
Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library
Room: Princess Anne Meeting Room
Age Group: Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies
Details:

Use your imagination to build creations out of stackable bricks and other materials. Grades K-5. Registration is not required.

This event is in the "Babies (3-12 months)" group.
This event is in the "Onesies (12-24 months)" group.

Baby Paint & Play

9:30am - 10:00am
Babies (3-12 months), Onesies (12-24 months)
Kempsville Area Library
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Library Branch: Kempsville Area Library
Room: Kempsville Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies (3-12 months), Onesies (12-24 months)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Details:

Bring your babies to explore different artistic styles. Please wear clothes you don’t mind getting messy! Ages 3 months- 24 months with caregiver. Registration is required.

This event is in the "Toddlers (2-3 years)" group.
This event is in the "Preschool (3-5 years)" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-2" group.
This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group.

Art a la Cart

12:00pm - 4:30pm
Toddlers (2-3 years), Preschool (3-5 years), Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Princess Anne Area Library
Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library
Room: Princess Anne Commons Area
Age Group: Toddlers (2-3 years), Preschool (3-5 years), Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM
Details:

Drop-in for a fun craft for your family to enjoy! All supplies are provided. Family. Registration is not required.