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Solar Eclipse 2024: UV Kids Sun Science

11:00am - 12:30pm
Bayside Area Library
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Library Branch: Bayside Area Library
Room: Bayside Library Meeting Room
Age Group: Grades 3-5
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies, STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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Learn about the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) light with experiments using UV beads that change in the sunlight. Make a UV detector to take home. At the end of the program, attendees will receive complimentary eclipse glasses. Grades 3 - 5. Registration ...
This event is in the "Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Grades 9-12" group.
This event is in the "Adults 18+" group.

Solar Eclipse 2024: Cereal Box Pinhole Projector

2:00pm - 4:00pm
TCC/City Joint-Use Library
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Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library
Room: Joint-Use Library Rooms L102 and L103
Age Group: Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Adults 18+
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Details:
Bring an empty cereal box to make a total eclipse pinhole projector so that you can safely view the April 8th total eclipse. We will provide other required materials and tools to construct the inexpensive pinhole projector. You'll learn how to safely...
This event is in the "Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Grades 9-12" group.

Teen Art: Faux Stained Glass

2:30pm - 4:00pm
Kempsville Area Library
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Library Branch: Kempsville Area Library
Room: Kempsville Teen & Technology Space
Age Group: Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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Calling all artists! Come hang out with other crafty teens and earn a new technique to create beautiful faux stained glass artwork. Grades 6-12, online registration is required.   ...
This event is in the "Grades K-2" group.
This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Grades 9-12" group.
This event is in the "Adults 18+" group.

Library of Virginia's Teetotalers & Moonshiners

All Day
Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library
Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library
Room: Central Community Area
Age Group: Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Adults 18+
Program Type: History & Genealogy
Details:
Library of Virginia's Teetotalers & Moonshiners traveling exhibit addresses the important and long-lasting effects of Prohibition on Virginia and America, including the prohibition movement as part of a social reform movement, the economic a...
This event is in the "Grades K-2" group.
This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Grades 9-12" group.
This event is in the "Adults 18+" group.

Library of Virginia's Teetotalers & Moonshiners

All Day
Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library
Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library
Room: Central Community Area
Age Group: Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Adults 18+
Program Type: History & Genealogy
Details:
Library of Virginia's Teetotalers & Moonshiners traveling exhibit addresses the important and long-lasting effects of Prohibition on Virginia and America, including the prohibition movement as part of a social reform movement, the economic a...
This event is in the "Toddlers (2-3 years)" group.

Just 2s Storytime

9:30am - 10:00am
Princess Anne Area Library
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Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library
Room: Princess Anne Storytime Room
Age Group: Toddlers (2-3 years)
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Details:
Just 2s storytime incorporates writing activities, basic concepts (i.e. colors, shapes, letters, etc.), large muscle movement, and social emotional learning opportunities focus on the whole child to aid in development of independence a...
This event is in the "Onesies (12-24 months)" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers (2-3 years)" group.

Toddler Open Play

10:00am - 11:30am
TCC/City Joint-Use Library
Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library
Room: Joint-Use Storytime Room
Age Group: Onesies (12-24 months), Toddlers (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. Ages 12-36 months with c...
This event is in the "Preschool (3-5 years)" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-2" group.

StoryWalk®: Following Papa's Song

10:00am - 5:00pm
Great Neck Area Library
Library Branch: Great Neck Area Library
Room: Great Neck Lawn
Age Group: Preschool (3-5 years), Grades K-2
Program Type: Books & Authors, STEAM
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Join us for a StoryWalk® featuring Following Papa's Song by Gianna Marino. Engage in fun activities while you read the story, learn more about humpback whales, and explore outdoors!  All StoryWalks® are located outdoors and may be r...
This event is in the "Toddlers (2-3 years)" group.

Drop-In Just 2s Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Windsor Woods Area Library
Library Branch: Windsor Woods Area Library
Room: Windsor Woods Programming Room
Age Group: Toddlers (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. Regis...
This event is in the "Preschool (3-5 years)" group.

Drop-in Combined Preschool Storytime

10:30am - 11:15am
Princess Anne Area Library
Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library
Room: Princess Anne Storytime Room
Age Group: Preschool (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. Ages 3-5 wit...
This event is in the "Adults 18+" group.

Pathways to Connections with Westminster Canterbury

10:30am - 12:00pm
Bayside Area Library
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Library Branch: Bayside Area Library
Room: Bayside Library Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults 18+
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, Workshops & Lectures
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Details:
Bayside Library and Westminster Canterbury are providing a brain-fitness program for older adults designed to maximize physical, mental, and social well-being through fun, stimulating activities.  Registration is required. Call (757)217-2461 ...
This event is in the "Preschool (3-5 years)" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-2" group.
This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group.

Builder's Lab

11:00am - 12:00pm
Kempsville Area Library
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Library Branch: Kempsville Area Library
Room: Kempsville Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool (3-5 years), Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Program Type: Hobbies, STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Details:
Come build with us!  Use your imagination to design and construct your project using many different types of building sets. Preschool-Grade 5. Registration is required. ...
This event is in the "Adults 18+" group.

Seed Library Q&A

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Kempsville Area Library
Library Branch: Kempsville Area Library
Room: Kempsville Help Desk
Age Group: Adults 18+
Program Type: Hobbies
Details:
Master Gardeners will be available to answer questions about seeds for your home garden and how to get the best results with the seeds you receive from our seed library. Visit with the Master Gardeners anytime during their drop-in hours.  ...
This event is in the "Adults 18+" group.

Crafternoons

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Bayside Area Library
Library Branch: Bayside Area Library
Room: Bayside Library Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults 18+
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Details:
Bring your craft, your supplies and your passion! Meet other crafters and creators, share your ideas and get new ones! Adults. Registration is not required.  ...
This event is in the "Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Grades 9-12" group.

Teen Reversed Stained Glass: Cherry Blossoms

2:00pm - 4:00pm
TCC/City Joint-Use Library
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Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library
Room: Joint-Use Library Rooms L102 and L103
Age Group: Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Details:
Take paint-by-numbers to the next level! Learn an easy art technique to create a themed stained glass-like masterpiece. All supplies provided. Grades 6-12. Online registration is required.     ...
This event is in the "Grades K-2" group.
This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group.

The Crack in Everything

2:30pm - 3:30pm
TCC/City Joint-Use Library
Sign-up Open
Registration
Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library
Room: Joint-Use Upstairs Crystal
Age Group: Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 181
Details:
Robin Vivian uses stories, practical applications, and group participation to provide the audience with a fun and fresh new way to view life’s ups and downs. Sometimes we all feel a sense of imperfection, impermanence, and incompleteness. But Robin h...
This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Grades 9-12" group.
This event is in the "Adults 18+" group.

Family Gaming

2:30pm - 4:30pm
Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library
Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library
Room: Central Folio & Libris Meeting Rooms
Age Group: Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Adults 18+
Program Type: Hobbies, Movies & Entertainment
Details:
Join us for an afternoon of family gaming! We will have a variety of Nintendo Switch games & board games to play with. Feel free to bring your own Nintendo Switch or board games! Ages 8+. Registration is not required. ...
This event is in the "Toddlers (2-3 years)" group.
This event is in the "Preschool (3-5 years)" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-2" group.
This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group.

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: Toddlers (2-3 years), Preschool (3-5 years), Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
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 "Preschool (3-5 years)" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-2" group.
This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group.

Art a la Cart

4:00pm - 5:30pm
TCC/City Joint-Use Library
Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library
Room: Joint-Use Storytime Room
Age Group: Preschool (3-5 years), Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Details:
Drop-in for a fun craft for your family to enjoy! All supplies are provided. Family. No registration required. ...
This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Grades 9-12" group.
This event is in the "Adults 18+" group.

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: Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Adults 18+
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 donors, ...
This event is in the "Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Grades 9-12" group.

Teen Tabletop Roleplaying Adventures!

5:00pm - 6:45pm
Oceanfront Area Library
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Library Branch: Oceanfront Area Library
Room: Oceanfront Area Library Meeting Room
Age Group: Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Program Type: Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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.  Grades 6-12.  ...
This event is in the "Grades K-2" group.
This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Grades 9-12" group.
This event is in the "Adults 18+" group.

Library of Virginia's Teetotalers & Moonshiners

All Day
Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library
Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library
Room: Central Community Area
Age Group: Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Adults 18+
Program Type: History & Genealogy
Details:
Library of Virginia's Teetotalers & Moonshiners traveling exhibit addresses the important and long-lasting effects of Prohibition on Virginia and America, including the prohibition movement as part of a social reform movement, the economic a...
This event is in the "Grades K-2" group.
This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group.

Bricks at the Beach

04/02/2024 @ 9:00am - 04/06/2024 @ 6:00pm
Pungo-Blackwater Library
Library Branch: Pungo-Blackwater Library
Room: Pungo-Blackwater Conference Room
Age Group: Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Program Type: Hobbies, STEAM
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 "Toddlers (2-3 years)" group.

Just 2s Storytime

9:30am - 10:00am
Princess Anne Area Library
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Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library
Room: Princess Anne Storytime Room
Age Group: Toddlers (2-3 years)
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Details:
Just 2s storytime incorporates writing activities, basic concepts (i.e. colors, shapes, letters, etc.), large muscle movement, and social emotional learning opportunities focus on the whole child to aid in development of independence a...