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
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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 "2-3 years" group

Just 2s Storytime

9:30am–10:00am
2-3 years
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Library Branch: Kempsville Area Library
Room: Kempsville 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.

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

Just 2s Storytime

9:30am–10:00am
2-3 years
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Library Branch: Pungo-Blackwater Library
Room: Pungo-Blackwater 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 movements, and social-emotional learning opportunities focusing on the whole child. Age 2 with a caregiver.

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

Sensory Storytime: Earth Day

9:30am–10:15am
3-5 years
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Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library
Room: Central Library Large Conference Room
Age Group: 3-5 years
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning
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Enjoy a small-group storytime designed to allow children to explore a variety of sensory experiences.

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

StoryWalk®: The Day the Crayons Quit

10:00am–5:00pm
3-5 years, 5-7 years
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Library Branch: Bayside Area Library
Room: Bayside Lawn
Age Group: 3-5 years, 5-7 years
Program Type: Books & Authors
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Join us for a StoryWalk® featuring The Day the Crayons Quit by Drew Daywalt. Engage in fun activities while you read the story and explore the library!

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

Preschool Science

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 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

10:30am–11:00am
2-3 years
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Library Branch: Kempsville Area Library
Room: Kempsville 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.

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

Combined Preschool Storytime

10:30am–11:15am
3-5 years
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Library Branch: Pungo-Blackwater Library
Room: Pungo-Blackwater Storytime 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 "3-12 months" group

Tummy Time Presented by Ivy Rehab Kids

10:30am–11:30am
3-12 months
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Library Branch: Great Neck Area Library
Room: Great Neck 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 "3-5 years" group
This event is in the "5-7 years" group

Earth Day Storytime

11:00am–11:45am
3-5 years, 5-7 years
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Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library
Room: Central Library Large Conference Room
Age Group: 3-5 years, 5-7 years
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning
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Join us as we celebrate Earth Day with songs, a story, and a craft! Ages 3-7. Registration is required.

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

Earth Day Poet-ree

3:00pm–4:00pm
5-7 years, 8-11 years
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Library Branch: Kempsville Area Library
Room: Kempsville Meeting Room
Age Group: 5-7 years, 8-11 years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Authors
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Come celebrate Earth Day by decorating Kempsville's Poet-ree.  Learn about basic rhyme structure, hear some famous nature poems, play with magnetic poetry and make a unique art piece to hang in our Youth area.  Grades 2-5.

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

Teen Time: Earth Day Recycled Dog Toys

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
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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!

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

Drawing Club for Kids

4:30pm–5:30pm
8-11 years
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Library Branch: Bayside Area Library
Room: Bayside Library Meeting Room
Age Group: 8-11 years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM
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For blossoming young artists with a pencil! Come to this Drawing Club for Kids to draw and hang out. This relaxed environment is inclusive and will have themed challenges/drawing games available to participant in.

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

Journey into Coding with Ozobots!

4:30pm–5:30pm
8-11 years
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Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library
Room: Central Folio Meeting Room
Age Group: 8-11 years
Program Type: STEAM
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Join us for an exciting adventure into the world of coding and robotics with Ozobots! This hands-on workshop will ignite creativity and critical thinking as participants learn to program their own miniature robots.

This event is in the "8-11 years" group
This event is in the "12-14 years" group

Tween Hour: Recycled Art

4:30pm–5:30pm
8-11 years, 12-14 years
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Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library
Room: Joint-Use Living Room
Age Group: 8-11 years, 12-14 years
Program Type: Hobbies
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Calling all tweens! Here's your chance to meet other tweens, make new friends, and enjoy fun activities. In honor of Earth Day, this month we will create something new from recycled materials. Grades 4-6. Registration is required.

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

Teen Time: Arts and Crafts!

5:30pm–6:45pm
12-14 years, 14-18 years
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Library Branch: Oceanfront Area Library
Room: Oceanfront Area Library Meeting Room
Age Group: 12-14 years, 14-18 years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
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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!

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This event is in the "18+ years" group

Books On Tap - Commonwealth Brewery

7:30pm–8:30pm
18+ years
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: 18+ years
Program Type: Books & Authors
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Meet at Commonwealth Brewery to discuss this month’s selected title, "The Island" by Adrian McKinty.