This event is in the "8-11 years" group Apr 27 2026 Mon STEM Engineering Challenge: Simple Machines with Bricks 4:00pm–5:00pm 8-11 years Princess Anne Area Library Sign-up Open Registration Required This event is in the "8-11 years" group Apr 27 2026 Mon STEM Engineering Challenge: Simple Machines with Bricks 4:00pm–5:00pm Princess Anne Area Library Sign-up Open Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library Room: Princess Anne Meeting Room Age Group: 8-11 years Program Type: STEAM Registration Required Details: Combine old-school toys with new tech to create simple machines or silly devices using building bricks! 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 "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 Apr 27 2026 Mon JUL/VB Chess Club 4:30pm–6:30pm 8-11 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 18+ years TCC/City Joint-Use Library 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 Apr 27 2026 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 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 Apr 27 2026 Mon Pokémon Club 5:00pm–6:00pm 8-11 years, 12-14 years TCC/City Joint-Use Library This event is in the "8-11 years" group This event is in the "12-14 years" group Apr 27 2026 Mon Pokémon Club 5:00pm–6:00pm TCC/City Joint-Use Library Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library Room: Joint-Use Storytime Room Age Group: 8-11 years, 12-14 years Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Culture Details: Hang out, play the card game, and make a craft! Bring your Pokémon cards and games to trade, battle, and more with other local players.Ages 9-14. 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 "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Apr 28 2026 Tue Fantasy Lantern 5:30pm–6:15pm 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 28 2026 Tue Fantasy Lantern 5:30pm–6:15pm 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: Storytimes & Early Learning Details: We all love a good fantasy story! Join the fun and make a fantasy lantern that can help light the night. Ages 7-11 with a caregiver. 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 29 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 29 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 "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 29 2026 Wed Curious About How to Homeschool and Work? 4:00pm–5:00pm 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 TCC/City Joint-Use Library Waitlist 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 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 29 2026 Wed Curious About How to Homeschool and Work? 4:00pm–5:00pm TCC/City Joint-Use Library Waitlist Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library Room: Joint-Use Storytime Room Age Group: 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: Workshops & Lectures Registration Required Details: Thinking about homeschooling? Currently homeschooling but could use some tips? Join this seminar to learn from a seasoned teacher, tutor and homeschooler. We will have fun activities for children as well! Family. 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. For more information please visit libraries.virginiabeach.gov/research-learn/technology.
This event is in the "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Apr 29 2026 Wed Pawsitive Reading 4:30pm–5:30pm 5-7 years, 8-11 years Pungo-Blackwater 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 29 2026 Wed Pawsitive Reading 4:30pm–5:30pm Pungo-Blackwater Library Sign-up Open Library Branch: Pungo-Blackwater Library Room: Pungo-Blackwater 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 30 2026 Thu Homeschool Hangout 11:00am–11:45am 5-7 years, 8-11 years Great Neck 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 30 2026 Thu Homeschool Hangout 11:00am–11:45am Great Neck Area Library Sign-up Open Library Branch: Great Neck Area Library Room: Great Neck Storytime Room Age Group: 5-7 years, 8-11 years Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM Registration Required Details: Homeschoolers! Join us for fun activities each month! Registration is required.
This event is in the "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Apr 30 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 30 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 "8-11 years" group This event is in the "12-14 years" group Apr 30 2026 Thu Tween Book Club 5:30pm–6:30pm 8-11 years, 12-14 years Princess Anne Area Library Sign-up Open Registration Required This event is in the "8-11 years" group This event is in the "12-14 years" group Apr 30 2026 Thu Tween Book Club 5:30pm–6:30pm Princess Anne Area Library Sign-up Open Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library Room: Princess Anne Meeting Room Age Group: 8-11 years, 12-14 years Program Type: Books & Authors Registration Required Details: Love reading? Join us for our tween book club! This month's book is The Accidental Apprentice by Amanda Foody. Ages 9-13. 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 "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 May 1 2026 Fri Art a la Cart 12:00pm–4:30pm 2-3 years, 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years Princess Anne Area Library 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 May 1 2026 Fri Art a la Cart 12:00pm–4:30pm Princess Anne Area Library Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library Room: Princess Anne Commons Area Age Group: 2-3 years, 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM Details: Drop-in for a fun craft for your family to enjoy! All supplies are provided. Family. Registration is not 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 May 1 2026 Fri Crafty Book Fridays: The Adventure of Beekle: The Unimaginary Friend by Dan Santat 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 May 1 2026 Fri Crafty Book Fridays: The Adventure of Beekle: The Unimaginary Friend by Dan Santat 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 "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group May 2 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 May 2 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 "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group May 2 2026 Sat Pawsitive Reading 12:00pm–1:00pm 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 May 2 2026 Sat Pawsitive Reading 12:00pm–1:00pm Princess Anne Area Library Sign-up Open Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library Room: Princess Anne Meeting Room Age Group: 5-7 years, 8-11 years Program Type: Books & Authors 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 5-7, and 8-11. 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 "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 May 4 - 8 2026 Bricks at the Beach 05/04/2026 @ 9:00am–05/08/2026 @ 5:00pm 5-7 years, 8-11 years, 9-13 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ years Pungo-Blackwater 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 "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 May 4 - 8 2026 Bricks at the Beach 05/04/2026 @ 9:00am–05/08/2026 @ 5:00pm Pungo-Blackwater Library 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 "8-11 years" group This event is in the "9-13 years" group May 4 2026 Mon May the 4th Be With You-Backpack charm 3:30pm–5:30pm 8-11 years, 9-13 years Pungo-Blackwater Library Sign-up Open Registration Required This event is in the "8-11 years" group This event is in the "9-13 years" group May 4 2026 Mon May the 4th Be With You-Backpack charm 3:30pm–5:30pm Pungo-Blackwater Library Sign-up Open Library Branch: Pungo-Blackwater Library Room: Pungo-Blackwater Storytime Room Age Group: 8-11 years, 9-13 years Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM Registration Required Details: Create - you must, a Baby Yoda paracord backpack charm.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 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 May 4 2026 Mon May the 4th Family Movie Night 4:00pm–6:00pm 5-7 years, 8-11 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 18+ years TCC/City Joint-Use 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 May 4 2026 Mon May the 4th Family Movie Night 4:00pm–6:00pm TCC/City Joint-Use Library 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 celebrate May 4th by watching Star Wars: A New Hope (1977)!Please bring your own snacks.Rated PG. Children ages under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
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 May 4 2026 Mon JUL/VB Chess Club 4:30pm–6:30pm 8-11 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 18+ years TCC/City Joint-Use Library 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 May 4 2026 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 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 May 5 2026 Tue From Page to Picture Tween Book Club 4:30pm–5:30pm 8-11 years, 12-14 years Oceanfront Area Library Sign-up Open Registration Required This event is in the "8-11 years" group This event is in the "12-14 years" group May 5 2026 Tue From Page to Picture Tween Book Club 4:30pm–5:30pm Oceanfront Area Library Sign-up Open Library Branch: Oceanfront Area Library Room: Oceanfront Storytime Room Age Group: 8-11 years, 12-14 years Program Type: Books & Authors Registration Required Details: Love reading? Do want to see how they take the story from page to screen. Join us for our tween book club and the movie adaptation of the book later in the month! This month's book is The Polar Express by Chris Van Allsburg. Ages 9-13.
This event is in the "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group May 6 2026 Wed LiveArt 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 May 6 2026 Wed LiveArt 4:00pm–4:45pm Oceanfront Area Library Sign-up Open Library Branch: Oceanfront Area Library Room: Oceanfront Area Library Meeting Room Age Group: 5-7 years, 8-11 years Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Details: Perform, create, and have fun! Join us to explore various art forms. Each class features a new skill, artist, artistic movement, or technique. Grades K-5. Registration is required.
This event is in the "8-11 years" group May 7 2026 Thu Hands-On Science 1:30pm–2:15pm 8-11 years TCC/City Joint-Use Library Sign-up Open Registration Required This event is in the "8-11 years" group May 7 2026 Thu Hands-On Science 1:30pm–2:15pm TCC/City Joint-Use Library Sign-up Open Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library Room: Joint-Use Storytime Room Age Group: 8-11 years Program Type: STEAM Registration Required Details: Explore Science, Engineering, Technology, Arts and Math in this interactive program. 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 "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group May 7 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 May 7 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 May 7 2026 Thu Pawsitive Reading 5:00pm–6:00pm 5-7 years, 8-11 years Kempsville 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 May 7 2026 Thu Pawsitive Reading 5:00pm–6:00pm Kempsville Area Library Sign-up Open 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 "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group May 7 2026 Thu Bricks at the Beach 5:30pm–6:30pm 5-7 years, 8-11 years Princess Anne Area Library This event is in the "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group May 7 2026 Thu Bricks at the Beach 5:30pm–6:30pm 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: Use your imagination to build creations out of stackable bricks and other materials. Grades K-5. Registration is not required. Disclaimer(s) Group Registration Groups of 5 or greater must call the library offering the program to register.
