This event is in the "Adults 18+" group Jul 5 - 31 2025 Artist Richard Howard's art is on display in the Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Gallery for the month of July All Day 7/5–7/31 Adults 18+ Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library This event is in the "Adults 18+" group Jul 5 - 31 2025 Artist Richard Howard's art is on display in the Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Gallery for the month of July All Day 7/5–7/31 Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Gallery Age Group: Adults 18+ Program Type: Culture Details: Artist Richard Howard's works are on display in the Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Gallery for the month of July.
This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group Jul 15 2025 Tue Pokémon Club 4:30pm–6:00pm Grades 3-5 Bayside Area Library Sign-up Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group Jul 15 2025 Tue Pokémon Club 4:30pm–6:00pm Bayside Area Library Sign-up Closed Library Branch: Bayside Area Library Room: Bayside Library Meeting Room Age Group: Grades 3-5 Program Type: Hobbies Registration Required Details: Bring your Pokémon cards and games to trade, battle, and more with other local players. Hang out, chat with other fans, and make a craft. "Catch ‘em all" at the library this month! Grades 3-5. Registration is required. Disclaimer(s) Group Registration Groups of 5 or greater must call the library offering the program to register. 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 "Grades 6-8" group This event is in the "Grades 9-12" group Jul 15 2025 Tue Teen Book Chat and DIY Bookmarks 4:30pm–6:00pm Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12 Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Sign-up Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Grades 6-8" group This event is in the "Grades 9-12" group Jul 15 2025 Tue Teen Book Chat and DIY Bookmarks 4:30pm–6:00pm Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Sign-up Closed Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Teen Area Age Group: Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12 Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Authors, Hobbies Registration Required Details: Join us for a book chat, meet other teens, discover new reads, and make your own bookmark to use for your next read!Grades 6-12. Registration is required.
This event is in the "Grades 6-8" group This event is in the "Grades 9-12" group Jul 15 2025 Tue Teen Time: Anime! 5:30pm–6:45pm Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12 Oceanfront Area Library This event is in the "Grades 6-8" group This event is in the "Grades 9-12" group Jul 15 2025 Tue Teen Time: Anime! 5:30pm–6:45pm Oceanfront Area Library Library Branch: Oceanfront Area Library Room: Oceanfront Area Library Meeting Room Age Group: Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12 Program Type: Movies & Entertainment Details: 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:
This event is in the "Babies (3-12 months)" group This event is in the "Onesies (12-24 months)" group 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 "Adults 18+" group Jul 15 2025 Tue LENA Start Summer Series 6:00pm–7:30pm Babies (3-12 months), Onesies (12-24 months), Toddlers (2-3 years), Preschool (3-5 years), Adults 18+ Off Site Offsite Event This event is in the "Babies (3-12 months)" group This event is in the "Onesies (12-24 months)" group 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 "Adults 18+" group Jul 15 2025 Tue LENA Start Summer Series 6:00pm–7:30pm Off Site Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Babies (3-12 months), Onesies (12-24 months), Toddlers (2-3 years), Preschool (3-5 years), Adults 18+ Program Type: Workshops & Lectures Details: This 10-week FREE LENA Start caregiver series can help you make a difference in your baby’s life through early talk and interaction!For more information or to fill out an interest form, visit www.VBGrowSmart.com/LENA-StartClasses
This event is in the "Adults 18+" group Jul 15 2025 Tue Mossy Coasters 6:30pm–8:00pm Adults 18+ Off Site Sign-up Closed Registration Required Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults 18+" group Jul 15 2025 Tue Mossy Coasters 6:30pm–8:00pm Off Site Sign-up Closed Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Adults 18+ Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Details: Hangout with us at Reaver Beach Brewing Co. and make your own Mossy Coaster. Beginner friendly craft. Adults. Registration is required.
This event is in the "Preschool (3-5 years)" group Jul 16 2025 Wed Combined Preschool Storytime 9:00am–9:45am Preschool (3-5 years) TCC/City Joint-Use Library Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Preschool (3-5 years)" group Jul 16 2025 Wed Combined Preschool Storytime 9:00am–9:45am TCC/City Joint-Use Library Waitlist Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library Room: Joint-Use Storytime Room Age Group: Preschool (3-5 years) Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning Registration Required Details: Help prepare your child to enter school ready to read! This Storytime includes books, rhymes, and literacy activities that emphasize alphabet and letter recognition plus activities that support independence and confidence building.
This event is in the "Babies (3-12 months)" group This event is in the "Onesies (12-24 months)" group Jul 16 2025 Wed Combined Rhyme Time 9:30am–10:00am Babies (3-12 months), Onesies (12-24 months) Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Babies (3-12 months)" group This event is in the "Onesies (12-24 months)" group Jul 16 2025 Wed Combined Rhyme Time 9:30am–10:00am Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Waitlist Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Storytime Room Age Group: Babies (3-12 months), Onesies (12-24 months) Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning Registration Required Details: 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 required.
This event is in the "Toddlers (2-3 years)" group Jul 16 2025 Wed Just 2s Storytime 9:30am–10:00am Toddlers (2-3 years) Kempsville Area Library Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Toddlers (2-3 years)" group Jul 16 2025 Wed Just 2s Storytime 9:30am–10:00am Kempsville Area Library Waitlist Library Branch: Kempsville Area Library Room: Kempsville Storytime Room Age Group: Toddlers (2-3 years) Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning Registration Required Details: 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. Disclaimer(s) Group Registration Groups of 5 or greater must call the library offering the program to register. 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 "Toddlers (2-3 years)" group Jul 16 2025 Wed 3s Please Storytime 9:45am–10:15am Toddlers (2-3 years) Bayside Area Library Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Toddlers (2-3 years)" group Jul 16 2025 Wed 3s Please Storytime 9:45am–10:15am Bayside Area Library Waitlist Library Branch: Bayside Area Library Room: Bayside Storytime Room Age Group: Toddlers (2-3 years) Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning Registration Required Details: 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. Disclaimer(s) Group Registration Groups of 5 or greater must call the library offering the program to register. 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 "Preschool (3-5 years)" group Jul 16 2025 Wed Combined Preschool Storytime 10:00am–10:45am Preschool (3-5 years) TCC/City Joint-Use Library Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Preschool (3-5 years)" group Jul 16 2025 Wed Combined Preschool Storytime 10:00am–10:45am TCC/City Joint-Use Library Waitlist Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library Room: Joint-Use Storytime Room Age Group: Preschool (3-5 years) Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning Registration Required Details: Help prepare your child to enter school ready to read! This Storytime includes books, rhymes, and literacy activities that emphasize alphabet and letter recognition plus activities that support independence and confidence building.
This event is in the "Adults 18+" group Jul 16 2025 Wed Walk and Talk 10:00am–11:00am Adults 18+ Off Site Sign-up Open Registration Required Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults 18+" group Jul 16 2025 Wed Walk and Talk 10:00am–11:00am Off Site Sign-up Open Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Adults 18+ Program Type: Books & Authors, Discussion Groups, Hobbies Registration Required Details: Engage your body and your mind! Join us for a monthly walk around beautiful Munden Point Park while enjoying a casual chat about popular books. Talk about titles you like and hear what others enjoy. Walks will last 30-45 minutes.
This event is in the "Babies (3-12 months)" group This event is in the "Onesies (12-24 months)" group 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 "Adults 18+" group Jul 16 2025 Wed LENA Start Summer Series 10:00am–11:30am Babies (3-12 months), Onesies (12-24 months), Toddlers (2-3 years), Preschool (3-5 years), Adults 18+ Off Site Offsite Event This event is in the "Babies (3-12 months)" group This event is in the "Onesies (12-24 months)" group 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 "Adults 18+" group Jul 16 2025 Wed LENA Start Summer Series 10:00am–11:30am Off Site Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Babies (3-12 months), Onesies (12-24 months), Toddlers (2-3 years), Preschool (3-5 years), Adults 18+ Program Type: Workshops & Lectures Details: This 10-week FREE LENA Start caregiver series can help you make a difference in your baby’s life through early talk and interaction!For more information or to fill out an interest form, visit www.VBGrowSmart.com/LENA-StartClasses
This event is in the "Preschool (3-5 years)" group This event is in the "Grades K-2" group Jul 16 2025 Wed Make & Take Craft 10:00am–12:00pm Preschool (3-5 years), Grades K-2 Great Neck Area Library This event is in the "Preschool (3-5 years)" group This event is in the "Grades K-2" group Jul 16 2025 Wed Make & Take Craft 10:00am–12:00pm Great Neck Area Library Library Branch: Great Neck Area Library Room: Great Neck Storytime Room Age Group: Preschool (3-5 years), Grades K-2 Program Type: STEAM Details: Stop by the library between 10am-12pm to create your very own unique craft to take home! Pre-K to 2nd grade. No registration required.
This event is in the "Toddlers (2-3 years)" group Jul 16 2025 Wed Just 2s Storytime 10:30am–11:00am Toddlers (2-3 years) Kempsville Area Library Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Toddlers (2-3 years)" group Jul 16 2025 Wed Just 2s Storytime 10:30am–11:00am Kempsville Area Library Waitlist Library Branch: Kempsville Area Library Room: Kempsville Storytime Room Age Group: Toddlers (2-3 years) Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning Registration Required Details: 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. Disclaimer(s) Group Registration Groups of 5 or greater must call the library offering the program to register. 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 "Toddlers (2-3 years)" group Jul 16 2025 Wed Just 2s Storytime 10:30am–11:00am Toddlers (2-3 years) Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Toddlers (2-3 years)" group Jul 16 2025 Wed Just 2s Storytime 10:30am–11:00am Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Waitlist Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Storytime Room Age Group: Toddlers (2-3 years) Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning Registration Required Details: 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.
This event is in the "Preschool (3-5 years)" group Jul 16 2025 Wed 3s Please Storytime 10:30am–11:15am Preschool (3-5 years) Windsor Woods Area Library This event is in the "Preschool (3-5 years)" group Jul 16 2025 Wed 3s Please Storytime 10:30am–11:15am Windsor Woods Area Library Library Branch: Windsor Woods Area Library Room: Windsor Woods Programming Room Age Group: Preschool (3-5 years) Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning Details: 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.
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 This event is in the "Grades 9-12" group This event is in the "Adults 18+" group Jul 16 2025 Wed 3D Printer Orientation 10:30am–11:30am Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Adults 18+ Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Sign-up Closed Registration Required 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 This event is in the "Grades 9-12" group This event is in the "Adults 18+" group Jul 16 2025 Wed 3D Printer Orientation 10:30am–11:30am Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Sign-up Closed Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Library 3D Printer Age Group: Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Adults 18+ 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.
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 Jul 16 2025 Wed Balloon Sculpture 10:30am–12:30pm Preschool (3-5 years), Grades K-2, Grades 3-5 Oceanfront Area Library Waitlist Registration 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 Jul 16 2025 Wed Balloon Sculpture 10:30am–12:30pm Oceanfront Area Library Waitlist 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: Hobbies Registration Required Details: Join Ryan the Balloon Guy to make some zany balloon creations you can take home. Family. Registration is required for all participants regardless of age. This program is a part of our Summer Learning Adventure (SLA). Disclaimer(s) Group Registration Groups of 5 or greater must call the library offering the program to register. 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 "Preschool (3-5 years)" group Jul 16 2025 Wed On My Own Storytime 10:45am–11:30am Preschool (3-5 years) Bayside Area Library Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Preschool (3-5 years)" group Jul 16 2025 Wed On My Own Storytime 10:45am–11:30am Bayside Area Library Waitlist Library Branch: Bayside Area Library Room: Bayside Storytime Room Age Group: Preschool (3-5 years) Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning Registration Required Details: Designed for newly independent preschoolers, this storytime features books, rhymes and literacy-based activities that will help prepare your child to enter school ready to read. Ages 4-5 without caregiver in storytime room. Disclaimer(s) Group Registration Groups of 5 or greater must call the library offering the program to register. 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 "Grades K-2" group This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group Jul 16 2025 Wed Reading Buddies 11:00am–12:00pm Grades K-2, Grades 3-5 Princess Anne Area Library Sign-up Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Grades K-2" group This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group Jul 16 2025 Wed Reading Buddies 11:00am–12:00pm Princess Anne Area Library Sign-up Closed Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library Room: Princess Anne Storytime Room Age Group: Grades K-2, Grades 3-5 Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM Registration Required Details: Reading Buddies is a a week long reading program that combines one-on-one reading encouragement and group activities to build confidence and foster a love of reading. Children will partner with teen mentors to read, play game
This event is in the "Preschool (3-5 years)" group This event is in the "Grades K-2" group Jul 16 2025 Wed Technology Petting Zoo 1:00pm–2:00pm Preschool (3-5 years), Grades K-2 Princess Anne Area Library Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Preschool (3-5 years)" group This event is in the "Grades K-2" group Jul 16 2025 Wed Technology Petting Zoo 1:00pm–2:00pm Princess Anne Area Library Waitlist Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library Room: Princess Anne Meeting Room Age Group: Preschool (3-5 years), Grades K-2 Program Type: STEAM Registration Required Details: Are you curious about new (or new to you) technology? Join us for an opportunity to get some hands on experience trying out some of our different technology and coding robots. Preschool through Grade 2.
This event is in the "Babies (3-12 months)" group This event is in the "Onesies (12-24 months)" group Jul 16 2025 Wed Baby Paint 2:00pm–2:30pm Babies (3-12 months), Onesies (12-24 months) Oceanfront Area Library Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Babies (3-12 months)" group This event is in the "Onesies (12-24 months)" group Jul 16 2025 Wed Baby Paint 2:00pm–2:30pm Oceanfront Area Library Waitlist Library Branch: Oceanfront Area Library Room: Oceanfront Storytime Room Age Group: Babies (3-12 months), Onesies (12-24 months) Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required 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 "Grades K-2" group This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group 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 Jul 16 2025 Wed 3D Printer Orientation 2:00pm–3:30pm Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Adults 18+ TCC/City Joint-Use Library Sign-up Closed Registration Required 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 This event is in the "Grades 9-12" group This event is in the "Adults 18+" group Jul 16 2025 Wed 3D Printer Orientation 2:00pm–3:30pm TCC/City Joint-Use Library Sign-up Closed Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library Room: Joint-Use Library 3D Printer 1 Age Group: Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Adults 18+ 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.
