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.

Bring your preschooler to explore different artistic styles. This month we will be making all things pretend, costumes, puppets and more.  Please wear clothes you don't mind getting messy! Ages 3-5 with caregiver.

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.

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.

Bring your preschooler to explore different artistic styles and types of media!  Please wear clothing suitable for getting messy!  Ages 3-5 with caregiver! Registration is required.

Homeschoolers, join us for an introduction to the Sphero Bolt and code your way through a race course. Grades 6-12. Registration is 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.

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. 

October's game spotlight is the game classic, Scrabble, where you "put letters together, build words, and earn the most points to win." Grades 9-12 and homeschool teens. Registration is required.

Explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math in this interactive program. Grades K-2. Registration is required.

Explore Science, Engineering, Technology, Arts and Math in this interactive program. Grades K-2.  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!

Weekly Themes:

Bring your Nintendo Switch and enjoy a fun, relaxing afternoon of hanging out and gaming! Meet fellow adult gamers and play together. You can even explore the games available for you to check out at the Library. Adults.

Meet and greet local artist Deb Branch whose art is on display in the Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Art Gallery for the month of October. Enjoy a short talk by Ms. Branch about her work and get to know her! Adults.

Join us at Vibrant Shore Brewing Co. to paint an abstract pumpkin on canvas. All supplies included.

Adults. Registration is required.