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.

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.

Practice reading and literacy skills with a teen mentor! Reading Buddies is a 4-week reading program that combines one-on-one reading encouragement and group activities to foster a love of reading and build confidence.

Do you want to use a 3D Printer at a Virginia Beach Public Library branch? Register for a required 3D printer orientation with a VBPL staff member to learn how to use the 3D Printer.  

Join us for our Adults with Disabilities Social Group game day. Build friendships, offer support, and share accomplishments. An assortment of board games will be available. Please note any specific accommodations required when registering.

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.

Bring your preschooler to learn about Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math in this interactive program. Join us as we learn about color.  Age 3-5 with caregiver. Registration is required.

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 spectacular show thrills audiences as they discover the difference between magic and science.

Bring your preschooler to explore different artistic styles. This month's theme is water play and the program will be outside.  Please come dressed in attire that can get messy. Ages 3-5 with caregiver. Registration is required. 

This one-hour weekly class will focus on pronunciation problem areas for learners of English.

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.

Meet to discuss this month's selected title: The Briar Club by Kate Quinn.

Let's dive into summer with a fun preschool pool party! Join us for stories, songs, and other outdoor fun. Feel free to dress your preschooler in their favorite summer outfit to cool off in one of our pools!

Reading Buddies is a a week long reading program that combines one-on-one reading encouragement and group activities to build confidence and foster a love of reading. Children will partner with teen mentors to read, play game

Can you keep quiet while completing head to head challenges in the library? Based on a popular game show, we will play different games -- if you laugh or make a noise you're out! Join us for this hilarious and fun challenge! Grades K-5. 

Learn about the lifecycles of frogs, flowers, and butterflies and complete a butterfly lifecycle craft. Presented by Norfolk Botanical Garden. Grades 1-2.  

Have you ever met an astronaut? Join us for an interactive storytime and book signing with Susan Kilrain, author of An Unlikely Astronaut!

Do you want to use a 3D Printer at a Virginia Beach Public Library branch? Register for a required 3D printer orientation with a VBPL staff member to learn how to use the 3D Printer. 

Do you want to use a 3D Printer at a Virginia Beach Public Library branch? Register for a required 3D printer orientation with a VBPL staff member to learn how to use the 3D Printer.  

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:

Bring your Pokémon cards and games to trade, battle, and more with other local players. Hang out, chat with other fans, and make a craft. "Catch ‘em all" at the library this month! Grades 3-5. Registration is required.

Join us for a book chat, meet other teens, discover new reads, and make your own bookmark to use for your next read!

Grades 6-12. Registration is required. 

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 10-week FREE LENA Start caregiver series can help you make a difference in your baby’s life through early talk and interaction!

For more information or to fill out an interest form, visit www.VBGrowSmart.com/LENA-StartClasses 

Hangout with us at Reaver Beach Brewing Co. and make your own Mossy Coaster. Beginner friendly craft. Adults. Registration is required.