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Bricks at the Beach

04/06/2026 @ 9:00am to 04/10/2026 @ 5:00pm
Pungo-Blackwater Conference Room at Pungo-Blackwater Library
Program Type:
Hobbies, STEAM
Age Group:
5-7 years, 8-11 years, 9-13 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ years

Use your imagination to build creations out of stackable bricks and other materials. Ages 5-11. Registration is not required.

Library Branch: Pungo-Blackwater Library
Room: Pungo-Blackwater Conference Room
Age Group: 5-7 years, 8-11 years, 9-13 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ years
Program Type: Hobbies, STEAM
Details:

Use your imagination to build creations out of stackable bricks and other materials. Ages 5-11. Registration is not required.

Disclaimer(s)

Age Requirement for Registration 

Registrants must be in the designated age range at the start of the program for all programs.

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

StoryWalk® and Craft: Hats Are Not For Cats

04/06/2026 @ 10:00am to 04/11/2026 @ 4:00pm
Bayside Common Area at Bayside Area Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
3-5 years, 5-7 years

Join us for a StoryWalk® and Craft featuring Hats Are Not For Cats by Jacqueline Rayner. A related craft will be available while supplies last. Engage in fun activities while you read the story and explore the library!

Library Branch: Bayside Area Library
Room: Bayside Common Area
Age Group: 3-5 years, 5-7 years
Program Type: Books & Authors
Details:

Join us for a StoryWalk® and Craft featuring Hats Are Not For Cats by Jacqueline Rayner. A related craft will be available while supplies last. Engage in fun activities while you read the story and explore the library!

This event is in the "5-7 years" group
This event is in the "8-11 years" group
This event is in the "12-14 years" group
This event is in the "14-18 years" group
This event is in the "18+ years" group

K-Pop Celebration Scavenger Hunt

04/06/2026 @ 5:00pm to 04/12/2026 @ 5:00pm
Central Community Area at Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library
Program Type:
Culture, Hobbies, Movies & Entertainment
Age Group:
5-7 years, 8-11 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 18+ years

Visit and explore the Meyera E.

Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library
Room: Central Community Area
Age Group: 5-7 years, 8-11 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 18+ years
Program Type: Culture, Hobbies, Movies & Entertainment
Details:

Visit and explore the Meyera E.

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

Low Sensory Storytime and Open Play

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Bayside Library Meeting Room at Bayside Area Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Early Learning
Age Group:
3-5 years, 5-7 years

Enjoy a small group storytime designed to allow children to explore a variety of sensory experiences.

Sign-up Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bayside Area Library
Room: Bayside Library Meeting Room
Age Group: 3-5 years, 5-7 years
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning
Registration Required
Details:

Enjoy a small group storytime designed to allow children to explore a variety of sensory experiences.

Disclaimer(s)

Age Requirement for Registration 

Registrants must be in the designated age range at the start of the program for all programs.

Group Registration 

Groups of 5 or greater must call the library offering the program to register.

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

Science Exploration

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Pungo-Blackwater Storytime Room at Pungo-Blackwater Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
5-7 years, 8-11 years

Explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math in this engaging program. Ages 5-11. Registration is required.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Pungo-Blackwater Library
Room: Pungo-Blackwater Storytime Room
Age Group: 5-7 years, 8-11 years
Program Type: STEAM
Registration Required
Details:

Explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math in this engaging program. Ages 5-11. Registration is required.

Disclaimer(s)

Age Requirement for Registration 

Registrants must be in the designated age range at the start of the program for all programs.

Group Registration 

Groups of 5 or greater must call the library offering the program to register.

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

Science Exploration

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Pungo-Blackwater Storytime Room at Pungo-Blackwater Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
5-7 years, 8-11 years

Explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math in this engaging program. Ages 5-11. Registration is required.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Pungo-Blackwater Library
Room: Pungo-Blackwater Storytime Room
Age Group: 5-7 years, 8-11 years
Program Type: STEAM
Registration Required
Details:

Explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math in this engaging program. Ages 5-11. Registration is required.

Disclaimer(s)

Age Requirement for Registration 

Registrants must be in the designated age range at the start of the program for all programs.

Group Registration 

Groups of 5 or greater must call the library offering the program to register.

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

Bricks at the Beach

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Princess Anne Meeting Room at Princess Anne Area Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Hobbies
Age Group:
5-7 years, 8-11 years

Calling all Homeschoolers! Use your imagination to build creations out of stackable bricks and other materials. Ages 5-11. Registration is not required

Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library
Room: Princess Anne Meeting Room
Age Group: 5-7 years, 8-11 years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies
Details:

Calling all Homeschoolers! Use your imagination to build creations out of stackable bricks and other materials. Ages 5-11. Registration is not required

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

STEAM: Eyes on the Skies

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Bayside Storytime Room at Bayside Area Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
5-7 years, 8-11 years

Join us for an exciting space adventure! Kids will look up beyond our Earth, to the upper atmosphere and the stars. Investigate the wonders of space through fun activities and interactive exploration.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bayside Area Library
Room: Bayside Storytime Room
Age Group: 5-7 years, 8-11 years
Program Type: STEAM
Registration Required
Details:

Join us for an exciting space adventure! Kids will look up beyond our Earth, to the upper atmosphere and the stars. Investigate the wonders of space through fun activities and interactive exploration.

Disclaimer(s)

Age Requirement for Registration 

Registrants must be in the designated age range at the start of the program for all programs.

Group Registration 

Groups of 5 or greater must call the library offering the program to register.

This event is in the "5-7 years" group
This event is in the "8-11 years" group
This event is in the "9-13 years" group
This event is in the "12-14 years" group
This event is in the "14-18 years" group
This event is in the "16+ years" group
This event is in the "18+ years" group
This event is in the "60+ years" group

National Robotics Week STEAM Night

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Joint-Use Children's Area at TCC/City Joint-Use Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
5-7 years, 8-11 years, 9-13 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ years

It's National Robotics Week! Come explore new technologies in this interactive, hands-on program! There is something for everyone! For all ages. Registration is not required.

Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library
Room: Joint-Use Children's Area
Age Group: 5-7 years, 8-11 years, 9-13 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ years
Program Type: STEAM
Details:

It's National Robotics Week! Come explore new technologies in this interactive, hands-on program! There is something for everyone! For all ages. Registration is not required.

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
This event is in the "9-13 years" group

Drop Everything And Read at the Library

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:15am
Central Folio Meeting Room at Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years, 9-13 years

Celebrate author Beverly Cleary and her love of books and reading by dropping everything and reading at the library.  Bring your own book or choose one here at the library.  Snacks provided.  Ages 3-11.

Sign-up Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library
Room: Central Folio Meeting Room
Age Group: 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years, 9-13 years
Program Type: Books & Authors
Registration Required
Details:

Celebrate author Beverly Cleary and her love of books and reading by dropping everything and reading at the library.  Bring your own book or choose one here at the library.  Snacks provided.  Ages 3-11.

Disclaimer(s)

Age Requirement for Registration 

Registrants must be in the designated age range at the start of the program for all programs.

Group Registration 

Groups of 5 or greater must call the library offering the program to register.

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

Bricks at the Beach

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Great Neck Storytime Room at Great Neck Area Library
Program Type:
Hobbies, STEAM
Age Group:
5-7 years, 8-11 years

Use your imagination to build creations out of stackable bricks and other materials. Grades Pre-K-5. Registration is not required.

Library Branch: Great Neck Area Library
Room: Great Neck Storytime Room
Age Group: 5-7 years, 8-11 years
Program Type: Hobbies, STEAM
Details:

Use your imagination to build creations out of stackable bricks and other materials. Grades Pre-K-5. Registration is not required.

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

Technology Petting Zoo

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Kempsville Meeting Room at Kempsville Area Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
5-7 years, 8-11 years

Ever curious about new (or new to you) technology? Join us for an opportunity to get some hands on experience trying out some of our different technology and coding robots. Ages 5-11.  Registration is required.  

Sign-up Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Kempsville Area Library
Room: Kempsville Meeting Room
Age Group: 5-7 years, 8-11 years
Program Type: STEAM
Registration Required
Details:

Ever curious about new (or new to you) technology? Join us for an opportunity to get some hands on experience trying out some of our different technology and coding robots. Ages 5-11.  Registration is required.  

Disclaimer(s)

Age Requirement for Registration 

Registrants must be in the designated age range at the start of the program for all programs.

Group Registration 

Groups of 5 or greater must call the library offering the program to register.

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

Collecting Is Cool!

Friday, April 10, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Kempsville Meeting Room at Kempsville Area Library
Program Type:
Hobbies
Age Group:
5-7 years, 8-11 years

Do you love collecting?  Have you ever wanted to meet other kids who love collecting too?

Sign-up Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Kempsville Area Library
Room: Kempsville Meeting Room
Age Group: 5-7 years, 8-11 years
Program Type: Hobbies
Registration Required
Details:

Do you love collecting?  Have you ever wanted to meet other kids who love collecting too?

Disclaimer(s)

Age Requirement for Registration 

Registrants must be in the designated age range at the start of the program for all programs.

Group Registration 

Groups of 5 or greater must call the library offering the program to register.

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

TUNES & TALES!

Friday, April 10, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Kempsville Meeting Room at Kempsville Area Library
Program Type:
Culture
Age Group:
3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years

TUNES & TALES!  brings the art of storytelling through words and music to everyone!

Sign-up Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Kempsville Area Library
Room: Kempsville Meeting Room
Age Group: 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years
Program Type: Culture
Registration Required
Details:

TUNES & TALES!  brings the art of storytelling through words and music to everyone!

Disclaimer(s)

Age Requirement for Registration 

Registrants must be in the designated age range at the start of the program for all programs.

Group Registration 

Groups of 5 or greater must call the library offering the program to register.

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

Bricks at the Beach

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Joint-Use Living Room at TCC/City Joint-Use Library
Program Type:
Hobbies
Age Group:
5-7 years, 8-11 years

Use your imagination to build creations out of stackable bricks and other materials. Grades K-5. Registration is not required.

Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library
Room: Joint-Use Living Room
Age Group: 5-7 years, 8-11 years
Program Type: Hobbies
Details:

Use your imagination to build creations out of stackable bricks and other materials. Grades K-5. Registration is not required.

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

Library Pretend Play

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Central Libris Meeting Room at Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Early Learning
Age Group:
3-5 years, 5-7 years

Have you always wanted to work at the library? Now's your chance! Use the computer to check out books, be the story time reader, make a display and shelve the books. Registration is required. Ages 3-8. 

Sign-up Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library
Room: Central Libris Meeting Room
Age Group: 3-5 years, 5-7 years
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning
Registration Required
Details:

Have you always wanted to work at the library? Now's your chance! Use the computer to check out books, be the story time reader, make a display and shelve the books. Registration is required. Ages 3-8. 

Disclaimer(s)

Age Requirement for Registration 

Registrants must be in the designated age range at the start of the program for all programs.

Group Registration 

Groups of 5 or greater must call the library offering the program to register.

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

Scissormania

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Kempsville Meeting Room at Kempsville Area Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
3-5 years, 5-7 years

Get those fingers moving! Build eye/hand coordination skills and muscles in your child’s hand, as well as their confidence with using scissors, through fun cutting, trimming, and snipping activities. Ages 3-7 with caregiver.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Kempsville Area Library
Room: Kempsville Meeting Room
Age Group: 3-5 years, 5-7 years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Details:

Get those fingers moving! Build eye/hand coordination skills and muscles in your child’s hand, as well as their confidence with using scissors, through fun cutting, trimming, and snipping activities. Ages 3-7 with caregiver.

Disclaimer(s)

Age Requirement for Registration 

Registrants must be in the designated age range at the start of the program for all programs.

Group Registration 

Groups of 5 or greater must call the library offering the program to register.

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

Pawsitive Reading

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Great Neck Storytime Room at Great Neck Area Library
Program Type:
Hobbies, Storytimes & Early Learning
Age Group:
5-7 years

Practice your reading skills by sharing stories with a therapy dog. Bring your own book or choose one from our selection!  Grades K-2.  Registration is required.

Sign-up Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Great Neck Area Library
Room: Great Neck Storytime Room
Age Group: 5-7 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-2.  Registration is required.

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

Finger Gym- Insects

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:15pm
Windsor Woods Programming Room at Windsor Woods Area Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
3-5 years, 5-7 years

Get those fingers working! Build hand/eye coordination and muscles in your child's hand. Practice skills like cutting with scissors, writing, and drawing with fun learning activities. Ages 3–7 with a caregiver. 

Library Branch: Windsor Woods Area Library
Room: Windsor Woods Programming Room
Age Group: 3-5 years, 5-7 years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Details:

Get those fingers working! Build hand/eye coordination and muscles in your child's hand. Practice skills like cutting with scissors, writing, and drawing with fun learning activities. Ages 3–7 with a caregiver. 

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

Elementary Science

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Princess Anne Meeting Room at Princess Anne Area Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
5-7 years

Explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math in this interactive program. Ages 5-7, registration is required.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library
Room: Princess Anne Meeting Room
Age Group: 5-7 years
Program Type: STEAM
Registration Required
Details:

Explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math in this interactive program. Ages 5-7, registration is required.

Disclaimer(s)

Age Requirement for Registration 

Registrants must be in the designated age range at the start of the program for all programs.

Group Registration 

Groups of 5 or greater must call the library offering the program to register.

This event is in the "5-7 years" group
This event is in the "8-11 years" group
This event is in the "12-14 years" group
This event is in the "14-18 years" group
This event is in the "18+ years" group

Family Movie Night

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Joint-Use Upstairs Crystal at TCC/City Joint-Use Library
Program Type:
Movies & Entertainment
Age Group:
5-7 years, 8-11 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 18+ years

Drop-in and hangout with us as we watch the live-action How To Train Your Dragon (2025)! Please bring your own snacks.

Rated PG. Children ages 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library
Room: Joint-Use Upstairs Crystal
Age Group: 5-7 years, 8-11 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 18+ years
Program Type: Movies & Entertainment
Details:

Drop-in and hangout with us as we watch the live-action How To Train Your Dragon (2025)! Please bring your own snacks.

Rated PG. Children ages 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Disclaimer(s)

Group Registration 

Groups of 5 or greater must call the library offering the program to register.

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

Let's Play: Chess!

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Folio & Libris Meeting Rooms at Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library
Program Type:
Hobbies, STEAM
Age Group:
5-7 years, 8-11 years

Join us for this chess meetup for all skill levels, whether you're a Grandmaster or a beginner! This is a loosely structured program. If you know how to play, get started right away!

Sign-up Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library
Room: Central Folio & Libris Meeting Rooms
Age Group: 5-7 years, 8-11 years
Program Type: Hobbies, STEAM
Registration Required
Details:

Join us for this chess meetup for all skill levels, whether you're a Grandmaster or a beginner! This is a loosely structured program. If you know how to play, get started right away!

Disclaimer(s)

Age Requirement for Registration 

Registrants must be in the designated age range at the start of the program for all programs.

Group Registration 

Groups of 5 or greater must call the library offering the program to register.

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

Youth Art Gallery Reception

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Princess Anne Commons Area at Princess Anne Area Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Culture
Age Group:
5-7 years, 8-11 years

Come view fresh artwork from local students here in our community! Each month, one of our local schools will display artwork from their students and we invite you to celebrate their art.

Sign-up Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library
Room: Princess Anne Commons Area
Age Group: 5-7 years, 8-11 years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Culture
Registration Required
Details:

Come view fresh artwork from local students here in our community! Each month, one of our local schools will display artwork from their students and we invite you to celebrate their art.

Disclaimer(s)

Group Registration 

Groups of 5 or greater must call the library offering the program to register.

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

Elementary Science

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Joint-Use Storytime Room at TCC/City Joint-Use Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
5-7 years

Explore Science, Engineering, Technology, Arts and Math in this interactive program. Ages 5-7. Registration is required. 

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library
Room: Joint-Use Storytime Room
Age Group: 5-7 years
Program Type: STEAM
Registration Required
Details:

Explore Science, Engineering, Technology, Arts and Math in this interactive program. Ages 5-7. Registration is required. 

Disclaimer(s)

Age Requirement for Registration 

Registrants must be in the designated age range at the start of the program for all programs.

Group Registration 

Groups of 5 or greater must call the library offering the program to register.