This event is in the "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Let's Play: Chess! 4:30pm–5:30pm 5-7 years, 8-11 years Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Sign-up Open Registration Required This event is in the "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Let's Play: Chess! 4:30pm–5:30pm Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Sign-up Open 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 Apr 14 2026 Tue Youth Art Gallery Reception 6:30pm–7:30pm 5-7 years, 8-11 years Princess Anne Area Library Sign-up Open Registration Required This event is in the "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Youth Art Gallery Reception 6:30pm–7:30pm Princess Anne Area Library Sign-up Open 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 Apr 15 2026 Wed Elementary Science 1:00pm–1:45pm 5-7 years TCC/City Joint-Use Library Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "5-7 years" group Apr 15 2026 Wed Elementary Science 1:00pm–1:45pm TCC/City Joint-Use Library Waitlist 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.
This event is in the "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Apr 15 2026 Wed Time2Learn: Write a Book 2:30pm–3:30pm 5-7 years, 8-11 years Windsor Woods Area Library Sign-up Open Registration Required This event is in the "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Apr 15 2026 Wed Time2Learn: Write a Book 2:30pm–3:30pm Windsor Woods Area Library Sign-up Open Library Branch: Windsor Woods Area Library Room: Windsor Woods Programming Room Age Group: 5-7 years, 8-11 years Program Type: Workshops & Lectures Registration Required Details: We all love to read a good story, but are you ready to write one? Come and try something new. Be the author of your very own story. This is a 3 part program. Ages 6-8. 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 Apr 15 2026 Wed Pawsitive Reading 4:00pm–4:45pm 5-7 years, 8-11 years Oceanfront Area Library Sign-up Open Registration Required This event is in the "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Apr 15 2026 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.
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 "18+ years" group Apr 15 2026 Wed Meet The Artists - Brandon Thompson and Cooke Elementary School Student Art Exhibit 5:30pm–7:00pm 5-7 years, 8-11 years, 9-13 years, 18+ years Oceanfront Area Library 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 "18+ years" group Apr 15 2026 Wed Meet The Artists - Brandon Thompson and Cooke Elementary School Student Art Exhibit 5:30pm–7:00pm Oceanfront Area Library Library Branch: Oceanfront Area Library Room: Oceanfront Gallery Area Age Group: 5-7 years, 8-11 years, 9-13 years, 18+ years Program Type: Arts & Crafts Details: Join us for a chance to meet local artist Brandon Thompson and the amazing student artists from Cooke Elementary School whose artwork is exhibited at the Oceanfront Library through the month of April. Registration is not required.
This event is in the "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Apr 16 2026 Thu Bricks at the Beach 3:00pm–6:00pm 5-7 years, 8-11 years Great Neck Area Library This event is in the "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Apr 16 2026 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.
This event is in the "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Apr 16 2026 Thu Pawsitive Reading 5:00pm–6:00pm 5-7 years, 8-11 years Bayside Area Library Sign-up Open Registration Required This event is in the "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Apr 16 2026 Thu Pawsitive Reading 5:00pm–6:00pm Bayside Area Library Sign-up Open Library Branch: Bayside Area Library Room: Bayside Storytime Room Age Group: 5-7 years, 8-11 years Program Type: 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! 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 Apr 16 2026 Thu Pawsitive Reading 5:00pm–6:00pm 5-7 years, 8-11 years Kempsville Area Library Full Registration Required This event is in the "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Apr 16 2026 Thu Pawsitive Reading 5:00pm–6:00pm Kempsville Area Library Full Library Branch: Kempsville Area Library Room: Kempsville Storytime Room Age Group: 5-7 years, 8-11 years Program Type: 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! 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 "2-3 years" group 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 Apr 17 2026 Fri Crafty Book Fridays: Bad Kitty by Nick Bruel 3:30pm–4:15pm 2-3 years, 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years Oceanfront Area Library Sign-up Open Registration 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 This event is in the "8-11 years" group Apr 17 2026 Fri Crafty Book Fridays: Bad Kitty by Nick Bruel 3:30pm–4:15pm Oceanfront Area Library Sign-up Open Library Branch: Oceanfront Area Library Room: Oceanfront Children's Area Age Group: 2-3 years, 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytimes & Early Learning Registration Required Details: Come and join our Crafty Book Fridays where we will have a Storytime based on a popular book, book series, or author followed by a themed craft. Ages 2-12 with caregiver. Registration is required.
This event is in the "12-23 months" group 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 This event is in the "8-11 years" group Apr 18 2026 Sat Celebrating Children 2026 8:30am–12:00pm 12-23 months, 2-3 years, 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years Off Site Offsite Event This event is in the "12-23 months" group 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 This event is in the "8-11 years" group Apr 18 2026 Sat Celebrating Children 2026 8:30am–12:00pm Off Site Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: 12-23 months, 2-3 years, 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years Program Type: Culture, Hobbies, Storytimes & Early Learning Details: This free community event includes family-friendly entertainment, a 1-mile fun run, inflatables, games, crafts, resources, exhibitors, and so much more! Registration is not required.
This event is in the "3-5 years" group This event is in the "5-7 years" group Apr 18 2026 Sat Finger Gym 10:00am–11:00am 3-5 years, 5-7 years TCC/City Joint-Use Library Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "3-5 years" group This event is in the "5-7 years" group Apr 18 2026 Sat Finger Gym 10:00am–11:00am TCC/City Joint-Use Library Waitlist Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library Room: Joint-Use Storytime Room Age Group: 3-5 years, 5-7 years Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning Registration Required 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 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 This event is in the "8-11 years" group Apr 18 2026 Sat Bricks at the Beach 10:00am–11:30am 5-7 years, 8-11 years TCC/City Joint-Use Library This event is in the "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Apr 18 2026 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. Grades K-5. Registration is not required.
This event is in the "3-12 months" group This event is in the "12-23 months" group 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 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 Apr 18 2026 Sat Bayside Zine Mini Pre-Fest: Chalk Art 10:00am–12:00pm 3-12 months, 12-23 months, 2-3 years, 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years, 9-13 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ years Bayside Area Library This event is in the "3-12 months" group This event is in the "12-23 months" group 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 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 Apr 18 2026 Sat Bayside Zine Mini Pre-Fest: Chalk Art 10:00am–12:00pm Bayside Area Library Library Branch: Bayside Area Library Room: Bayside Lawn Age Group: 3-12 months, 12-23 months, 2-3 years, 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years, 9-13 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ years Program Type: Arts & Crafts Details: Decorate the library sidewalk with chalk! This "mural" will welcome visitors to our first ever Bayside Mini Zine Fest. After you're finished drawing, join us inside for the fest, starting at 12 p.m.! 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 "3-12 months" group This event is in the "12-23 months" group 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 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 Apr 18 2026 Sat Bayside Zine Mini Fest 12:00pm–4:00pm 3-12 months, 12-23 months, 2-3 years, 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years, 9-13 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ years Bayside Area Library This event is in the "3-12 months" group This event is in the "12-23 months" group 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 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 Apr 18 2026 Sat Bayside Zine Mini Fest 12:00pm–4:00pm Bayside Area Library Library Branch: Bayside Area Library Room: Bayside Common Area Age Group: 3-12 months, 12-23 months, 2-3 years, 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years, 9-13 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ years Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Culture, Hobbies Details: Come celebrate the DIY spirit with us at our very first Zine Mini Fest!Zines (pronounced "zeens") are self-published print-works made in small batches. Short for "magazine," they can be about anything! 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 "3-12 months" group This event is in the "12-23 months" group 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 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 Apr 18 2026 Sat Bayside Zine Mini Fest: Steamroller Printmaking with Studio Shift 1:00pm–2:00pm 3-12 months, 12-23 months, 2-3 years, 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years, 9-13 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ years Bayside Area Library This event is in the "3-12 months" group This event is in the "12-23 months" group 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 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 Apr 18 2026 Sat Bayside Zine Mini Fest: Steamroller Printmaking with Studio Shift 1:00pm–2:00pm Bayside Area Library Library Branch: Bayside Area Library Room: Bayside Lawn Age Group: 3-12 months, 12-23 months, 2-3 years, 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years, 9-13 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ years Program Type: Arts & Crafts Details: Make way! Steamroller coming through!Watch as a steamroller transfers a giant image onto canvas in our library parking lot! We will have two sessions of demonstrations, one starting at 1:00pm, and another starting at 3:00pm. 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 "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Apr 18 2026 Sat Create a Solar System Mobile 1:00pm–3:00pm 5-7 years, 8-11 years TCC/City Joint-Use Library Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Apr 18 2026 Sat Create a Solar System Mobile 1:00pm–3:00pm TCC/City Joint-Use Library Waitlist Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library Room: Joint-Use Storytime Room Age Group: 5-7 years, 8-11 years Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM Registration Required Details: International Astronomy Day is April 25th so come learn about the sun and planets by creating your very own solar system mobile! We'll be using colorful paper and glow-in-the-dark paint to make different planets. Ages 5-11 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 "3-12 months" group This event is in the "12-23 months" group 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 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 Apr 18 2026 Sat Bayside Zine Mini Fest: Steamroller Printmaking with Studio Shift 3:00pm–4:00pm 3-12 months, 12-23 months, 2-3 years, 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years, 9-13 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ years Bayside Area Library This event is in the "3-12 months" group This event is in the "12-23 months" group 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 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 Apr 18 2026 Sat Bayside Zine Mini Fest: Steamroller Printmaking with Studio Shift 3:00pm–4:00pm Bayside Area Library Library Branch: Bayside Area Library Room: Bayside Lawn Age Group: 3-12 months, 12-23 months, 2-3 years, 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years, 9-13 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ years Program Type: Arts & Crafts Details: Make way! Steamroller coming through!Watch as a steamroller transfers a giant image onto canvas in our library parking lot! We will have two sessions of demonstrations, one starting at 1:00pm, and another starting at 3:00pm. 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 "5-7 years" group Apr 21 2026 Tue Junior STEAM Society 10:30am–11:30am 5-7 years Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "5-7 years" group Apr 21 2026 Tue Junior STEAM Society 10:30am–11:30am Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Waitlist Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Library Large Conference 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.
This event is in the "5-7 years" group Apr 21 2026 Tue Junior STEAM Society 2:00pm–3:00pm 5-7 years Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Sign-up Open Registration Required This event is in the "5-7 years" group Apr 21 2026 Tue Junior STEAM Society 2:00pm–3:00pm Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Sign-up Open Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Library Large Conference 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.
This event is in the "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Apr 21 2026 Tue Pokémon Club 5:30pm–6:30pm 5-7 years, 8-11 years Windsor Woods Area Library This event is in the "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Apr 21 2026 Tue Pokémon Club 5:30pm–6:30pm Windsor Woods Area Library Library Branch: Windsor Woods Area Library Room: Windsor Woods Programming Room Age Group: 5-7 years, 8-11 years Program Type: Hobbies, Movies & Entertainment 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 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 "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Apr 22 2026 Wed Time2Learn: Write a Book 2:30pm–3:30pm 5-7 years, 8-11 years Windsor Woods Area Library Sign-up Open Registration Required This event is in the "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Apr 22 2026 Wed Time2Learn: Write a Book 2:30pm–3:30pm Windsor Woods Area Library Sign-up Open Library Branch: Windsor Woods Area Library Room: Windsor Woods Programming Room Age Group: 5-7 years, 8-11 years Program Type: Workshops & Lectures Registration Required Details: We all love to read a good story, but are you ready to write one? Come and try something new. Be the author of your very own story. This is a 3 part program. Ages 6-8. 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 "3-5 years" group This event is in the "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Apr 22 2026 Wed Kids Craft Hour: Earth Day 4:00pm–5:00pm 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library 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 Apr 22 2026 Wed Kids Craft Hour: Earth Day 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 "3-5 years" group This event is in the "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Apr 23 2026 Thu Coloring Club 10:15am–11:15am 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Sign-up Open Registration 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 Apr 23 2026 Thu Coloring Club 10:15am–11:15am Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Sign-up Open Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Library Large Conference Room Age Group: 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Details: Make new art while you make new friends! Join us for coloring club on the fourth Thursday of the month. We will have crayons, colored pencils, coloring sheets, blank paper, and fun music. Age 3-8 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.
