This event is in the "3-12 months" group
This event is in the "12-23 months" group
This event is in the "2-3 years" group

Combined Rhyme Time

9:30am–10:00am
3-12 months, 12-23 months, 2-3 years
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Library Branch: Kempsville Area Library
Room: Kempsville Storytime Room
Age Group: 3-12 months, 12-23 months, 2-3 years
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 "12-23 months" group
This event is in the "2-3 years" group

Toddler Open Play

10:00am–12:00pm
12-23 months, 2-3 years
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Library Branch: Oceanfront Area Library
Room: Oceanfront Community Area
Age Group: 12-23 months, 2-3 years
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning
Details:

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.

This event is in the "2-3 years" group

Just 2s Storytime

10:15am–11:00am
2-3 years
Sign-up Closed
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Library Branch: Oceanfront Area Library
Room: Oceanfront Storytime Room
Age Group: 2-3 years
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning
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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 "3-12 months" group
This event is in the "12-23 months" group
This event is in the "2-3 years" group

Combined Rhyme Time

10:30am–11:00am
3-12 months, 12-23 months, 2-3 years
Sign-up Closed
Registration Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Kempsville Area Library
Room: Kempsville Storytime Room
Age Group: 3-12 months, 12-23 months, 2-3 years
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 "3-5 years" group

3s Please Storytime

10:30am–11:15am
3-5 years
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Library Branch: Windsor Woods Area Library
Room: Windsor Woods Programming Room
Age Group: 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 "2-3 years" group

Make & Take Craft

10:30am–11:30am
2-3 years
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Library Branch: Oceanfront Area Library
Room: Oceanfront Biblio Studio
Age Group: 2-3 years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
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Come and enjoy a craft that you and your child can participate in between storytimes. Each Make & Take Craft will be based off of something that was learned in storytime and further enrich your child's knowledge. Ages 2-3 with caregiver.

This event is in the "18+ years" group

Puzzle Challenge

10:30am–11:30am
18+ years
Sign-up Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Pungo-Blackwater Library
Room: Pungo-Blackwater Storytime Room
Age Group: 18+ years
Program Type: Hobbies
Registration Required
Details:

Celebrate National Puzzle Day this winter by participating in a puzzle challenge to see who can finish their puzzle fastest! Compete solo or as part of a team. Adults.

This event is in the "2-3 years" group

Drop-in Just 2s Storytime

11:15am–12:00pm
2-3 years
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Library Branch: Oceanfront Area Library
Room: Oceanfront Storytime Room
Age Group: 2-3 years
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning
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 "3-5 years" group
This event is in the "5-7 years" group
This event is in the "8-11 years" group

"I Have a Dream" Speech Bubbles Project

12:15pm–1:15pm
3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years
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Library Branch: Oceanfront Area Library
Room: Oceanfront Children's Area
Age Group: 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Details:

Stop by the children's area and fill out a speech bubble in response of Martin Luther King Jr's "I Have A Dream" Speech. These bubbles will be displayed in the children's area during January.

This event is in the "14-18 years" group

HRSG additional intake of art

1:30pm–6:15pm
14-18 years
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Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library
Room: Joint-Use Marketplace North
Age Group: 14-18 years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Details:

Hampton Roads Student Gallery (HRSG) has extended art intake due to inclement weather. Art may be submitted between 2:00 and 6:00 PM Wednesday, January 29. HRSG is open to all public, private and homeschool students in 11th and 12th grades.

This event is in the "18+ years" group

Crafternoons

2:00pm–4:00pm
18+ years
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Library Branch: Kempsville Area Library
Room: Kempsville Meeting Room
Age Group: 18+ years
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 "2-3 years" group
This event is in the "3-5 years" group

Let's Celebrate the Year of the Snake

2:30pm–3:30pm
2-3 years, 3-5 years
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Library Branch: Windsor Woods Area Library
Room: Windsor Woods Programming Room
Age Group: 2-3 years, 3-5 years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytimes & Early Learning
Details:

Learn about how the Lunar New Year is celebrated around the world and join in with stories, activities, and crafts that celebrate the Year of the snake! Toddlers (2-3 years), Preschool (3-5 years).  

This event is in the "18+ years" group

Adults with Disabilities Social Group

3:30pm–5:00pm
18+ years
Sign-up Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library
Room: Central Folio & Libris Meeting Rooms
Age Group: 18+ years
Program Type: Culture, Discussion Groups
Registration Required
Details:

Get together with other adults with disabilities for socializing and entertainment. Build friendships, offer support, and share accomplishments. Adults. Registration is required. 

This event is in the "14-18 years" group

Teen Gaming!

3:30pm–5:00pm
14-18 years
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Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library
Room: Central Teen Area
Age Group: 14-18 years
Program Type: Hobbies
Details:

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!

This event is in the "5-7 years" group
This event is in the "8-11 years" group

Family Puzzle Challenge

3:45pm–4:45pm
5-7 years, 8-11 years
Sign-up Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Pungo-Blackwater Library
Room: Pungo-Blackwater Storytime Room
Age Group: 5-7 years, 8-11 years
Program Type: Hobbies
Registration Required
Details:

Celebrate National Puzzle Day this winter by participating in a puzzle challenge to see who can finish their puzzle fastest! Compete solo or as part of a team. Grades K-5 and their families.

This event is in the "5-7 years" group
This event is in the "8-11 years" group
Cancelled

Pawsitive Reading

4:00pm–4:45pm
5-7 years, 8-11 years
Sign-up Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Oceanfront Area Library
Room: Oceanfront Storytime Room
Age Group: 5-7 years, 8-11 years
Program Type: Hobbies, Storytimes & Early Learning
Registration Required
Details:

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.

This event is in the "8-11 years" group

Let's Play Chess!

4:30pm–6:00pm
8-11 years
Sign-up Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library
Room: Joint-Use Library Room L102
Age Group: 8-11 years
Program Type: Hobbies
Registration Required
Details:

Would you like to learn how to play chess? Join us in this fun and engaging 4 week series where we will learn all about chess, study some moves, and then put our knowledge to the test by playing a few games! Grades 3-5.

This event is in the "12-14 years" group
This event is in the "14-18 years" group

Teen Time: Crochet

5:00pm–6:45pm
12-14 years, 14-18 years
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Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library
Room: Princess Anne Meeting Room
Age Group: 12-14 years, 14-18 years
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!

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