This event is in the "8-11 years" group
This event is in the "12-14 years" group
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Super Secret Spy School

All Day
8-11 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 18+ years
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Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library
Room: Princess Anne Commons Area
Age Group: 8-11 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 18+ years
Program Type: Culture
Details:

Calling all Spies.. 

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

Just 2s Storytime

9:00am–9:45am
2-3 years
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Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library
Room: Joint-Use 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 caregiver.

This event is in the "18+ years" group

Spring Art Walk

9:00am–10:00am
18+ years
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Library Branch: Oceanfront Area Library
Room: Oceanfront Community Area
Age Group: 18+ years
Program Type: Culture
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Join our Spring Art Walks to explore the ViBe Creative District and Oceanfront Area. We will take a different path each time to view and discuss the public art in this area.

This event is in the "3-5 years" group

Preschool Science

9:30am–10:15am
3-5 years
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Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library
Room: Central Folio Meeting Room
Age Group: 3-5 years
Program Type: STEAM
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Bring your preschooler to learn about Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math in this interactive program. Age 3-5 with caregiver. Registration is required.

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

Just 2s Storytime

10:00am–10:45am
2-3 years
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Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library
Room: Joint-Use 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 "12-23 months" group
This event is in the "2-3 years" group

Toddler Open Play

10:00am–11:30am
12-23 months, 2-3 years
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Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library
Room: Princess Anne Meeting Room
Age Group: 12-23 months, 2-3 years
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning
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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.

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

StoryWalk®: Plants Can't Sit Still

10:00am–7:00pm
2-3 years, 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years
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Library Branch: Kempsville Area Library
Room: Kempsville Outside
Age Group: 2-3 years, 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years
Program Type: Books & Authors, Storytimes & Early Learning
Details:

Join us for a Spring StoryWalk® featuring Plants Can't Sit Still by Rebecca Hirsch. Engage in fun activities while you read the story and explore outdoors! 

This event is in the "3-5 years" group

Preschool Art

10:15am–11:00am
3-5 years
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Library Branch: Bayside Area Library
Room: Bayside Library Meeting Room
Age Group: 3-5 years
Program Type: STEAM
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Bring your preschooler to explore different artistic styles. Please wear clothes you don’t mind getting messy! Ages 3-5 with caregiver. Registration is required.

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

Just 2s Finger Gym

10:30am–11:15am
2-3 years
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Library Branch: Kempsville Area Library
Room: Kempsville Meeting Room
Age Group: 2-3 years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytimes & Early Learning
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Get those fingers moving! Build eye/hand coordination skills and muscles in your child’s hand. Practice skills like cutting with scissors, writing, and drawing with fun, festive activities. Age 2 with a caregiver. Registration is required.

This event is in the "3-5 years" group

Preschool Science

10:30am–11:15am
3-5 years
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Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library
Room: Central Folio Meeting Room
Age Group: 3-5 years
Program Type: STEAM
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Bring your preschooler to learn about Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math in this interactive program. Age 3-5 with caregiver. Registration is required.

This event is in the "3-12 months" group

Tummy Time

10:30am–11:30am
3-12 months
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Library Branch: Oceanfront Area Library
Room: Oceanfront Storytime Room
Age Group: 3-12 months
Program Type: Workshops & Lectures
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Physical therapists will lead moms and babies as they learn stretching exercises, movements, and tummy positions to help with development. 

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

Drop-In Just 2s Storytime

11:00am–11:30am
2-3 years
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Library Branch: Great Neck Area Library
Room: Great Neck 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 "3-5 years" group

Combined Preschool Storytime

11:00am–11:45am
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
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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 "18+ years" group

English Conversation Club

11:00am–12:00pm
18+ years
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Library Branch: Great Neck Area Library
Room: Great Neck Meeting Room
Age Group: 18+ years
Program Type: Discussion Groups
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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.

This event is in the "3-5 years" group

Month of the Military Child

11:00am–12:00pm
3-5 years
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Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library
Room: Joint-Use Storytime Room
Age Group: 3-5 years
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning
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In this program we will celebrate the Month of the Military Child.  We will be reading a story about our Military children, called "Purple Up!"  and make some patriotic crafts!  Come join us to celebrate our Military children!

This event is in the "2-3 years" group
This event is in the "3-5 years" group
This event is in the "5-7 years" group

Jr. Naturalist Program

12:00pm–1:00pm
2-3 years, 3-5 years, 5-7 years
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Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library
Room: Princess Anne Commons Area
Age Group: 2-3 years, 3-5 years, 5-7 years
Program Type: STEAM
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Come discover the local wildlife of Virginia Beach with your young Nature Pals! Each month we will explore a different group of animals in this free grownup and me program for ages 3-8.

This event is in the "18+ years" group

Books & (Coffee) Brews

12:30pm–2:00pm
18+ years
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Library Branch: Oceanfront Area Library
Room: Oceanfront Area Library Meeting Room
Age Group: 18+ years
Program Type: Books & Authors, Discussion Groups
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Join us at Oceanfront Area Library to enjoy a casual chat over coffee about popular books. Talk about titles you like and hear what others enjoy.

Adults. Registration is not required.

This event is in the "3-5 years" group

VBPL in the Park (Mt. Trashmore)

1:30pm–3:30pm
3-5 years
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: 3-5 years
Program Type: STEAM
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Visit your local park this spring for fun and interactive science, technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM) activities for preschool families! Ages 3-5 with caregiver. Registration is not required

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

Baby Paint & Play

2:00pm–2:30pm
3-12 months, 12-23 months
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Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library
Room: Joint-Use Storytime Room
Age Group: 3-12 months, 12-23 months
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
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Bring your babies to explore different artistic styles. Please wear clothes you don’t mind getting messy! Ages 6-24 months with caregiver. Registration is required.

This event is in the "3-5 years" group

Preschool Science

2:00pm–2:45pm
3-5 years
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Library Branch: Oceanfront Area Library
Room: Oceanfront Storytime Room
Age Group: 3-5 years
Program Type: STEAM
Registration Required
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Bring your preschooler to learn about Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math in this interactive series. Age 3-5 with caregiver. Registration is required.

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

Junior STEAM Society

2:00pm–3:00pm
5-7 years
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Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library
Room: Central Folio Meeting Room
Age Group: 5-7 years
Program Type: STEAM
Registration Required
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Explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math in this interactive program. Grades K-2.  Registration is required.

This event is in the "18+ years" group

Tuesday Movie Matinee Avatar

2:00pm–4:45pm
18+ years
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Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library
Room: Central Auditorium
Age Group: 18+ years
Program Type: Movies & Entertainment
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Join us as we celebrate Earth Day.   

This event is in the "2-3 years" group
This event is in the "3-5 years" group

Pretend Play- Library Worker

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:

April 8th is National Library Worker's Day! Come pretend to be a librarian. "Check" books in and out, read to a stuffed animal, and create a fun craft. Practice creative problem solving, and language skills while engaging in imaginative play!

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

Teen Time: Citizen Science

4:00pm–5:45pm
12-14 years, 14-18 years
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Library Branch: Kempsville Area Library
Room: Kempsville Teen Space
Age Group: 12-14 years, 14-18 years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM
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 "12-14 years" group
This event is in the "14-18 years" group

Teen Egg Zipline Challenge

4:30pm–6:00pm
12-14 years, 14-18 years
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Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library
Room: Central Teen Area
Age Group: 12-14 years, 14-18 years
Program Type: Hobbies, STEAM
Registration Required
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Take the challenge, and make a harness for an egg to safely travel down a zipline.  Bonus, you can keep the chocolate egg after the challenge.

Grades 6-12. Registration is required.

This event is in the "18+ years" group

Books on Tap at Pungo Shorebreak Pizza & Taphouse

7:00pm–8:00pm
18+ years
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Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: 18+ years
Program Type: Books & Authors, Discussion Groups
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Meet us at Pungo Shorebreak Pizza & Taphouse to discuss this month’s selected title: The Familiar by Leigh Bardugo. Book club copies are available for check-out at the Princess Anne information desk. Adults.