This event is in the "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Bricks at the Beach 12/08/2025 @ 9:00am to 12/12/2025 @ 5:00pm Pungo-Blackwater Conference Room at Pungo-Blackwater 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. Ages 5-11. Registration is not required. View Details This event is in the "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Dec 8 - 12 2025 Bricks at the Beach 12/08/2025 @ 9:00am–12/12/2025 @ 5:00pm Pungo-Blackwater Library Library Branch: Pungo-Blackwater Library Room: Pungo-Blackwater Conference 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. 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 "12-14 years" group This event is in the "14-18 years" group Teen Crafting: Book Ornament Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm Central Teen Area at Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Authors, Hobbies Age Group: 12-14 years, 14-18 years Celebrate your year of reading by creating a unique book cover ornament! When registering for the program, share your top 5 favorite books, so we can personalize them.Teens, ages 12-18. Registration is required. Sign-up Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "12-14 years" group This event is in the "14-18 years" group Dec 9 2025 Tue Teen Crafting: Book Ornament 4:30pm–6:00pm Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Sign-up Open Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Teen Area Age Group: 12-14 years, 14-18 years Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Authors, Hobbies Registration Required Details: Celebrate your year of reading by creating a unique book cover ornament! When registering for the program, share your top 5 favorite books, so we can personalize them.Teens, ages 12-18. 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 "12-14 years" group This event is in the "14-18 years" group Teen Time: STEAM! Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:45pm Oceanfront Area Library Meeting Room at Oceanfront Area Library Program Type: Hobbies Age Group: 12-14 years, 14-18 years Join us Tuesday nights for teen-only activities. View Details This event is in the "12-14 years" group This event is in the "14-18 years" group Dec 9 2025 Tue Teen Time: STEAM! 5:30pm–6:45pm Oceanfront Area Library Library Branch: Oceanfront Area Library Room: Oceanfront Area Library Meeting Room Age Group: 12-14 years, 14-18 years Program Type: Hobbies Details: Join us Tuesday nights for teen-only activities.
This event is in the "9-13 years" group Tween Hour: Escape the Room - Pokémon Edition! Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm Kempsville Meeting Room at Kempsville Area Library Program Type: Hobbies Age Group: 9-13 years Team up with fellow Trainers to solve puzzles, crack codes, and uncover hidden clues to escape this Pokémon-themed room!Ages 9-13. Registration is required. Sign-up Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "9-13 years" group Dec 10 2025 Wed Tween Hour: Escape the Room - Pokémon Edition! 11:00am–12:00pm Kempsville Area Library Sign-up Open Library Branch: Kempsville Area Library Room: Kempsville Meeting Room Age Group: 9-13 years Program Type: Hobbies Registration Required Details: Team up with fellow Trainers to solve puzzles, crack codes, and uncover hidden clues to escape this Pokémon-themed room!Ages 9-13. 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, December 10, 2025 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 View Details This event is in the "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Dec 10 2025 Wed Bricks at the Beach 2:30pm–3:30pm Princess Anne Area Library 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 "14-18 years" group Teens Play Hues and Cues Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm Central Teen Area at Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Program Type: Hobbies Age Group: 14-18 years December's game spotlight is the fast paced board game, Hues and Cues.Hues and Cues is the award-winning vibrant game of colorful communication where players are challenged to make connections to colors with words. Sign-up Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "14-18 years" group Dec 10 2025 Wed Teens Play Hues and Cues 3:30pm–5:00pm Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Sign-up Open Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Teen Area Age Group: 14-18 years Program Type: Hobbies Registration Required Details: December's game spotlight is the fast paced board game, Hues and Cues.Hues and Cues is the award-winning vibrant game of colorful communication where players are challenged to make connections to colors with words. 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 Pawsitive Reading Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm Oceanfront Storytime Room at Oceanfront Area Library Program Type: Hobbies, Storytimes & Early Learning Age Group: 5-7 years, 8-11 years 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. Sign-up Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Dec 10 2025 Wed Pawsitive Reading 4:00pm–4:45pm Oceanfront Area Library Sign-up Open 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. 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 "12-14 years" group This event is in the "14-18 years" group Teen Time: Trivia Night Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:45pm Princess Anne Meeting Room at Princess Anne Area Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies, Movies & Entertainment, STEAM Age Group: 12-14 years, 14-18 years 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!Weekly Themes: View Details This event is in the "12-14 years" group This event is in the "14-18 years" group Dec 10 2025 Wed Teen Time: Trivia Night 5:00pm–6:45pm Princess Anne Area Library 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!Weekly Themes:
This event is in the "3-5 years" group This event is in the "5-7 years" group Cozy Winter Pretend Play Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm Kempsville Meeting Room at Kempsville Area Library Program Type: Hobbies Age Group: 3-5 years, 5-7 years Join us to celebrate all our favorite winter things. Pretend to read stories by the fireplace, make hot chocolate, decorate sweaters and more! Ages 3-7. Registration required. Sign-up Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "3-5 years" group This event is in the "5-7 years" group Dec 11 2025 Thu Cozy Winter Pretend Play 11:00am–12:00pm Kempsville Area Library Sign-up Open Library Branch: Kempsville Area Library Room: Kempsville Meeting Room Age Group: 3-5 years, 5-7 years Program Type: Hobbies Registration Required Details: Join us to celebrate all our favorite winter things. Pretend to read stories by the fireplace, make hot chocolate, decorate sweaters and more! Ages 3-7. Registration 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 Thursday, December 11, 2025 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. View Details This event is in the "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Dec 11 2025 Thu Bricks at the Beach 3:00pm–6:00pm Great Neck Area Library 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. 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 Kids Craft Hour Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Central Storytime Room at Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies Age Group: 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years Drop in to explore a variety of fun kids crafts! Ages 3-11. Registration is not required. View Details 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 Dec 11 2025 Thu Kids Craft Hour 4:00pm–5:00pm Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Storytime Room Age Group: 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies Details: Drop in to explore a variety of fun kids crafts! Ages 3-11. 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. Group Registration Groups of 5 or greater must call the library offering the program to register.
This event is in the "12-14 years" group This event is in the "14-18 years" group Teen Time: Games Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:45pm Joint-Use Teen Space at TCC/City Joint-Use Library Program Type: Hobbies Age Group: 12-14 years, 14-18 years Join us Thursday nights for teen-only activities. Enjoy anime, games, crafts, and more, with different selections each week. Showings change monthly and may be rated up to TV-14/PG-13. Age 12-18. View Details This event is in the "12-14 years" group This event is in the "14-18 years" group Dec 11 2025 Thu Teen Time: Games 5:30pm–6:45pm TCC/City Joint-Use Library Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library Room: Joint-Use Teen Space Age Group: 12-14 years, 14-18 years Program Type: Hobbies Details: Join us Thursday nights for teen-only activities. Enjoy anime, games, crafts, and more, with different selections each week. Showings change monthly and may be rated up to TV-14/PG-13. Age 12-18.
This event is in the "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Bricks at the Beach Saturday, December 13, 2025 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. Ages 5-11. Registration is not required. View Details This event is in the "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Dec 13 2025 Sat Bricks at the Beach 10:00am–11:30am TCC/City Joint-Use Library 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. Ages 5-11. Registration is not required. Disclaimer(s) Group Registration Groups of 5 or greater must call the library offering the program to register.
This event is in the "18+ years" group Explore: Make It With Paper Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm Central Libris Meeting Room at Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Authors, Hobbies Age Group: 18+ years We will introduce you to the book "The Paper Garden: Mrs. Delany Begins Her Life's Work at 72 " . Mrs. Waitlist Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "18+ years" group Dec 13 2025 Sat Explore: Make It With Paper 11:00am–12:30pm Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Waitlist Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Libris Meeting Room Age Group: 18+ years Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Authors, Hobbies Registration Required Details: We will introduce you to the book "The Paper Garden: Mrs. Delany Begins Her Life's Work at 72 " . Mrs.
This event is in the "12-14 years" group Middle School Tabletop Roleplaying Adventures Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 1:30pm - 4:30pm Kempsville Teen Space at Kempsville Area Library Program Type: Hobbies Age Group: 12-14 years Adventure awaits! Join a brand-new Dungeons & Dragons campaign with other interested teens under the direction an experienced Library Game Master. No prior experience required. Waitlist Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "12-14 years" group Dec 13 2025 Sat Middle School Tabletop Roleplaying Adventures 1:30pm–4:30pm Kempsville Area Library Waitlist Library Branch: Kempsville Area Library Room: Kempsville Teen Space Age Group: 12-14 years Program Type: Hobbies Registration Required Details: Adventure awaits! Join a brand-new Dungeons & Dragons campaign with other interested teens under the direction an experienced Library Game Master. No prior experience 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 "12-14 years" group This event is in the "14-18 years" group Teen Pokémon Club: Gmax Snorlax and Torterra Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm Central Teen Area at Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies Age Group: 12-14 years, 14-18 years Join fellow Pokémon players and fans to enjoy all things Pokémon. Catch a movie or video game, trade on your Switch, do a Pokémon themed craft, talk with fellow players, and just hang out. Sign-up Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "12-14 years" group This event is in the "14-18 years" group Dec 13 2025 Sat Teen Pokémon Club: Gmax Snorlax and Torterra 2:30pm–4:30pm Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Sign-up Open Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Teen Area Age Group: 12-14 years, 14-18 years Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies Registration Required Details: Join fellow Pokémon players and fans to enjoy all things Pokémon. Catch a movie or video game, trade on your Switch, do a Pokémon themed craft, talk with fellow players, and just hang out. 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 "18+ years" group Mahjong Mondays Monday, December 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Central Library Large Conference Room at Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Program Type: Culture, Hobbies Age Group: 18+ years Start your week off with Mahjong! Come learn the rules of this traditional Chinese game and play with others. No experience necessary. Adults. Registration is required. Waitlist Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "18+ years" group Dec 15 2025 Mon Mahjong Mondays 10:00am–12:00pm Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Waitlist Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Library Large Conference Room Age Group: 18+ years Program Type: Culture, Hobbies Registration Required Details: Start your week off with Mahjong! Come learn the rules of this traditional Chinese game and play with others. No experience necessary. Adults. 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 "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 JUL/VB Chess Club Monday, December 15, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm Joint-Use Marketplace South at TCC/City Joint-Use Library Program Type: Hobbies Age Group: 8-11 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 18+ years Rotating competition is organized by the club coordinator. Knowledge of chess rules is required; limited instruction may be provided for beginners. Chess equipment has been generously donated by Virginia Chess Federation, private donor View Details 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 Dec 15 2025 Mon JUL/VB Chess Club 4:30pm–6:30pm TCC/City Joint-Use Library Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library Room: Joint-Use Marketplace South Age Group: 8-11 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 18+ years Program Type: Hobbies Details: Rotating competition is organized by the club coordinator. Knowledge of chess rules is required; limited instruction may be provided for beginners. Chess equipment has been generously donated by Virginia Chess Federation, private donor
This event is in the "12-14 years" group This event is in the "14-18 years" group Tabletop Roleplaying Adventures! Monday, December 15, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:45pm Oceanfront Area Library Meeting Room at Oceanfront Area Library Program Type: Hobbies Age Group: 12-14 years, 14-18 years Adventure awaits! Join a new Dungeons & Dragons campaign with other interested teens led by a Library Game Master. No prior experience required, new players welcome! All supplies and character sheets will be provided. Sign-up Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "12-14 years" group This event is in the "14-18 years" group Dec 15 2025 Mon Tabletop Roleplaying Adventures! 5:00pm–6:45pm Oceanfront Area Library Sign-up Open Library Branch: Oceanfront Area Library Room: Oceanfront Area Library Meeting Room Age Group: 12-14 years, 14-18 years Program Type: Hobbies Registration Required Details: Adventure awaits! Join a new Dungeons & Dragons campaign with other interested teens led by a Library Game Master. No prior experience required, new players welcome! All supplies and character sheets will be provided.
This event is in the "8-11 years" group Pokémon Club Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm Bayside Library Meeting Room at Bayside Area Library Program Type: Hobbies Age Group: 8-11 years 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! Ages 8-11. Registration is required. Sign-up Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "8-11 years" group Dec 16 2025 Tue Pokémon Club 4:30pm–6:00pm Bayside Area Library Sign-up Open Library Branch: Bayside Area Library Room: Bayside Library Meeting Room Age Group: 8-11 years Program Type: Hobbies Registration Required Details: 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! Ages 8-11. 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 "12-14 years" group This event is in the "14-18 years" group Teen Tabletop Gaming! Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 5:15pm - 6:45pm Bayside Storytime Room at Bayside Area Library Program Type: Hobbies Age Group: 12-14 years, 14-18 years A new Dungeons & Dragons campaign with other interested teens led by a Library Game Master. No prior experience required; supplies and character sheets will be provided. Ages 12-18. Registration is required. Sign-up Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "12-14 years" group This event is in the "14-18 years" group Dec 16 2025 Tue Teen Tabletop Gaming! 5:15pm–6:45pm Bayside Area Library Sign-up Open Library Branch: Bayside Area Library Room: Bayside Storytime Room Age Group: 12-14 years, 14-18 years Program Type: Hobbies Registration Required Details: A new Dungeons & Dragons campaign with other interested teens led by a Library Game Master. No prior experience required; supplies and character sheets will be provided. Ages 12-18. 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 "12-14 years" group This event is in the "14-18 years" group Teen Time: Anime! Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:45pm Oceanfront Area Library Meeting Room at Oceanfront Area Library Program Type: Hobbies Age Group: 12-14 years, 14-18 years Join us Tuesday nights for teen-only activities. Enjoy movies, games, crafts, and more, with different selections each week.Ages 12-18. Registration is not required, drop in any time!Weekly Themes: View Details This event is in the "12-14 years" group This event is in the "14-18 years" group Dec 16 2025 Tue Teen Time: Anime! 5:30pm–6:45pm Oceanfront Area Library Library Branch: Oceanfront Area Library Room: Oceanfront Area Library Meeting Room Age Group: 12-14 years, 14-18 years Program Type: Hobbies Details: Join us Tuesday nights for teen-only activities. Enjoy movies, games, crafts, and more, with different selections each week.Ages 12-18. Registration is not required, drop in any time!Weekly Themes:
This event is in the "3-5 years" group Pretend Play: Winter Wonderland Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Princess Anne Storytime Room at Princess Anne Area Library Program Type: Hobbies Age Group: 3-5 years Practice creative problem solving and language skills while engaging in imaginative play! All materials are provided. Ages 3-5 with a caretaker. Registration is required Sign-up Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "3-5 years" group Dec 17 2025 Wed Pretend Play: Winter Wonderland 2:00pm–3:00pm Princess Anne Area Library Sign-up Open Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library Room: Princess Anne Storytime Room Age Group: 3-5 years Program Type: Hobbies Registration Required Details: Practice creative problem solving and language skills while engaging in imaginative play! All materials are provided. Ages 3-5 with a caretaker. 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 "14-18 years" group Teen Gaming! Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm Central Teen Area at Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Program Type: Hobbies Age Group: 14-18 years Come in for for 1.5 hours of board games and video games.Teens, ages 14-18 and homeschool teens. Registration is not required. Just drop in! View Details This event is in the "14-18 years" group Dec 17 2025 Wed Teen Gaming! 3:30pm–5:00pm Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library 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.Teens, ages 14-18 and homeschool teens. Registration is not required. Just drop in! 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.
