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.
Drop-In Combined Rhyme Time Storytime
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.
Manage your data online with Google Sheets. Learn how to add, edit, and share spreadsheets and more from any internet capable device. Prerequisites: Ability to access and use Google Drive or have taken Getting Started with Google Drive. Adults.
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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.
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.
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.
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 not required.
Come and enjoy a craft that you and your child can participate in between storytimes. Each Make & Take Craft will be based on something that was learned in storytime and further enrich your child's knowledge. Ages 2-3 with caregiver.
Bring your preschooler to explore the wonders of nature through art. Please wear clothes you don’t mind getting messy! Ages 3-5 with caregiver. Registration is required.
Curious About Homeschooling?
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 a fun craft as well! Family. Registration is required.
Jr. Naturalist Program
Come discover the local wildlife of Virginia Beach with your little ones! Each month we will explore a different group of animals in this free grownup and me program for ages 3-8.
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.
Library Scavenger Hunt
Come and participate in a library scavenger hunt! Come find some books that are described on the library scavenger hunt card. Passive Program. Registration is not required.
Have any questions about health related topics? Want to learn more about healthy aging? Join Shanell from the Virginia Department of Health for a resource session.
Open to all. Registration is not required.
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.
Get together with other adults with disabilities for socializing and entertainment. Build friendships, offer support, and share accomplishments. Adults. Registration is required.
Come in for for 1.5 hours of board games and video games.
Grades 9-12 and homeschool teens. Registration is not required. Just drop in!
Adventure awaits! Join an ongoing Dungeons & Dragons adventure 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.
Practice your reading skills by sharing stories with a therapy dog. Bring your own book or choose one from our selection! Grades K-5. Registration is required.
Do you love to build? Come build with us! We'll use a variety of creative building manipulatives and our imagination to build amazing creations. Join us and meet others who enjoy building. Grades K-5. Registration is required.
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!
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Interested in learning how to crochet but don’t know where to start? Come learn the basics of crochet with us! All supplies will be provided.
Adults. Registration is required.