Week Calendar

Boost independence and develop social skills using writing activities, basic concepts (i.e., colors, shapes, letters, etc.), large muscle movement, and social-emotional learning opportunities focusing on the whole child. Age 2 with a caregiver.

Practice reading and literacy skills with a teen mentor! Reading Buddies is a 4-week reading program that combines one-on-one reading encouragement and group activities to foster a love of reading and build confidence.

Enjoy a summer day and play some games outside! We will have a variety of fun oversized games along with some water activities to help cool off. There will also be a bubble area where you can create some giant bubbles.

Just 2s storytime incorporates writing activities, basic concepts (i.e. colors, shapes, letters, etc.), large muscle movement, and social emotional learning opportunities focus on the whole child to aid in development of independenc

Boost independence and develop social skills using writing activities, basic concepts (i.e., colors, shapes, letters, etc.), large muscle movement, and social-emotional learning opportunities focusing on the whole child. Age 2 with a caregiver.

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

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.

Start your week off with Mahjong! Come learn the rules of this traditional Chinese game and play with others. No experience necessary. Adults. Registration is required.

Listen to the stories passed down through the generations of Cape Henry locals.

Bayside Library and Westminster Canterbury are providing a brain-fitness program for older adults designed to maximize physical, mental, and social well-being through fun, stimulating activities. 

Enjoy a casual chat about popular books. Talk about titles you like and hear what others enjoy. Swap favorites old and new or spread the word about your favorite reads. 

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.

Bring your preschooler to learn about Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math in this interactive program. Age 3-5 with caregiver. Registration is required.

Bring your child in to learn about Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math in this interactive program. This month we will be exploring the science of the beach. Waves, salinity and oysters will all be covered. Age 3-5 with caregiver.

There are lots of ways to make music.  Join us as we use a variety of instruments, our voices and our bodies. Feel free to bring in your own instruments from home. You will make your own instrument to take home.  Ages 2-5.

Build early language and large motor skills through rhyme, songs, book sharing and hands-on activities with your child. Ages 6-24 months with caregiver. Registration is not required.

There are so many things that Bad Kitty does not like, but she does like stories! Especially stories all about Bad Kitty! Read about one of her adventures with us and then make your own Bad Kitty bookmark to take home.

Enjoy a casual chat about popular books. Talk about titles you like and hear what others enjoy. Swap favorites old and new or spread the word about your favorite reads. Adults. Registration is not required. 

Build confidence and independence with an increased focus on more complex books, emphasizing alphabet and letter recognition, shapes, and hands-on activities. Age 3 with caregiver. Registration is required.

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.

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

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.

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

Enjoy 10 hours of tabletop board games to play! Lots of games to choose from, or bring a game to share. Drop in and out throughout the day. Adults.
Registration is not required.

The Battle of the Capes was one of the most decisive naval battles of the Revolutionary War Learn about the importance of the battle during this program. Grades 3 and Up; Adults. Registration is required.

Participate in a fun-filled, interactive drumming experience for everyone. Multi-generational. All Ages. Registration is required.

It's Summer, cool down indoors with a movie at the library. Bring your family and young ones to watch Hotel Transylvania. Movie will start at 10:30 and the runtime is 1 hour 31 minutes. Family.

If you are a non-native English speaker, join us to practice your conversational English in a friendly setting. Each week we discuss a different topic and do fun activities!

Adults. Teens 16+   Registration is not required.

If you are a non-native English speaker, join us to practice your conversational English in a friendly setting. Each week we discuss a different topic and do fun activities! Adults. Registration is not required.

Master Gardeners will be available to answer questions about your home garden and how to get the best results with the seeds you receive from our seed library.

Visit with the master gardeners anytime during their drop-in hours.

Master Gardeners will be available to answer questions about seeds for your home garden and how to get the best results with the seeds you receive from our seed library. Visit with the Master Gardeners anytime during their drop-in hours. 

Master Gardeners will be available to answer questions about your home garden and how to get the best results with the seeds you receive from our seed library. Visit with the master gardeners anytime during their drop-in hours. 

Create a resin coaster in this program! Note: Resin takes time to set, so coasters will be picked up at a later date. Grades 6-12.  Registration is required.   

Let's create abstract art inspired by local artist, Mia Guile! Following a brief introduction to abstract art, we will focus on color meaning and self expression through color and painting.

If you are a non-native English speaker, join us to practice your conversational English in a friendly setting. Each week we discuss a different topic and do fun activities!

Adults. Registration is not required.

Come in from the heat and humidity, and join in the singing with Gerard Butler, Emmy Rossum, in Phantom of the Opera. The monster hides behind the stage until her hears the voice of his dreams, Christine.

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.

Enjoy a small-group storytime designed to allow children to explore a variety of sensory experiences.

Keep cool by making a paper hand fan. Adults. Registration is required.

Drop into the library and make a fun craft to take home, while supplies last. 

Family.  Registration is not required.

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.

There are so many things that Bad Kitty does not like, but she does like stories! Especially stories all about Bad Kitty! Read about one of her adventures with us and then make your own Bad Kitty bookmark to take home.

Enjoy donuts while learning about running a small business! Featuring the owner of Peace, Love, and Little Donuts! At the end, spend some time chatting about your favorite books! Grades 6-12. Registration required. 

Drop-in for a fun craft for your family to enjoy! All supplies are provided. Family. No registration required.

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

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!

Weekly Themes:

Build a small boat that floats while holding a rubber duck (or two or three)!

Teens, grades 6-12. Registration is required.

Hang out at the library, play games, and make some friends! Bring your own games or play some of ours. So, come have some fun with us! Grades K-5. Registration is not required. 

Adventure awaits! Join a new Dungeons & Dragons campaign with other interested teens led by a Library Game Master. No prior experience required, new players welcome! All supplies and character sheets will be provided. 

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! 
 

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:

We are calling all cryptozoologists! Join the library in recreating our favorite cryptid, Mothman. All supplies will be provided. Adults. Registration is required.

They say that beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Bring your partner and let’s put this to the test! Join us at Vibrant Shore Brewing Co. to paint your partner (friend, family member, coworker, etc.) using acrylics on canvas.