This event is in the "3-5 years" group This event is in the "5-7 years" group Jul 18 2026 Sat StoryWalk® Saturday: Senorita Mariposa 10:00am–4:00pm 3-5 years, 5-7 years TCC/City Joint-Use Library This event is in the "3-5 years" group This event is in the "5-7 years" group Jul 18 2026 Sat StoryWalk® Saturday: Senorita Mariposa 10:00am–4:00pm TCC/City Joint-Use Library Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library Room: Joint-Use Lawn Age Group: 3-5 years, 5-7 years Program Type: Books & Authors Details: Join us for a StoryWalk® featuring Ben Gundersheimer's Senorita Mariposa. 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 "9-13 years" group This event is in the "12-14 years" group Jul 18 2026 Sat Reptile Education of Virginia: Animal Presentation and Visit 10:30am–11:30am 5-7 years, 8-11 years, 9-13 years, 12-14 years Bayside 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 "12-14 years" group Jul 18 2026 Sat Reptile Education of Virginia: Animal Presentation and Visit 10:30am–11:30am Bayside Area Library Library Branch: Bayside Area Library Room: Bayside Library Meeting Room Age Group: 5-7 years, 8-11 years, 9-13 years, 12-14 years Program Type: STEAM Details: Learn about what makes reptiles special, where they live in the wild, and the care they require. Then meet some of REV’s reptile friends! Ages 5-18 years. 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 Jul 18 2026 Sat Seed Library Q&A 11:00am–1:00pm 18+ years Oceanfront Area Library This event is in the "18+ years" group Jul 18 2026 Sat Seed Library Q&A 11:00am–1:00pm Oceanfront Area Library Library Branch: Oceanfront Area Library Room: Oceanfront Community Area Age Group: 18+ years 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 "12-23 months" group This event is in the "2-3 years" group Jul 20 2026 Mon Toddler Open Play 10:00am–11:30am 12-23 months, 2-3 years TCC/City Joint-Use Library This event is in the "12-23 months" group This event is in the "2-3 years" group Jul 20 2026 Mon 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: 12-23 months, 2-3 years Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning Details: 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.
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 Jul 20 2026 Mon John Kingry Magic Show 10:30am–11:30am 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years, 9-13 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 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 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 Jul 20 2026 Mon John Kingry Magic Show 10:30am–11:30am Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Auditorium Age Group: 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years, 9-13 years, 12-14 years, 14-18 years Program Type: Movies & Entertainment Details: Can you see through the illusion? Prepare to be amazed and dazzled by magician John Kingry! All ages. Registration is not required. Admittance will be determined on a first-come, first-served basis. 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 Jul 20 2026 Mon Hands On Tech 12:00pm–1:00pm 8-11 years Princess Anne Area Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "8-11 years" group Jul 20 2026 Mon Hands On Tech 12:00pm–1:00pm Princess Anne Area Library Upcoming Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library Room: Princess Anne Meeting Room Age Group: 8-11 years Program Type: STEAM Registration Required Details: Explore technology and have fun in this interactive program with kits from our Mobile Makerspace! This month's theme is "Motion & Physics". 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 Jul 20 2026 Mon Mobile Makerspace: Create a Zipline Adventure Park! 3:30pm–5:00pm 8-11 years Kempsville Area Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "8-11 years" group Jul 20 2026 Mon Mobile Makerspace: Create a Zipline Adventure Park! 3:30pm–5:00pm Kempsville Area Library Upcoming Library Branch: Kempsville Area Library Room: Kempsville Meeting Room Age Group: 8-11 years Program Type: STEAM Registration Required Details: Join us for summer STEAM, where we will work collaboratively to use both low and high tech to create a zip line adventure park. 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 Jul 20 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 Jul 20 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 "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 Jul 20 2026 Mon CUSTOMER TRAINING: 3D Printer Orientation 5:00pm–6:30pm 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ years Princess Anne Area Library Sign-up Open Registration Required 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 Jul 20 2026 Mon CUSTOMER TRAINING: 3D Printer Orientation 5:00pm–6:30pm Princess Anne Area Library Sign-up Open Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library Room: Princess Anne Library 3D Printer Age Group: 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ years Program Type: Computers & Technology Registration Required Details: Do you want to use a 3D Printer at a Virginia Beach Public Library branch? Register for a required 3D printer orientation with a VBPL staff member to learn how to use the 3D Printer. 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 "12-23 months" group This event is in the "2-3 years" group Jul 21 2026 Tue Toddler Open Play 10:00am–11:30am 12-23 months, 2-3 years Princess Anne Area Library This event is in the "12-23 months" group This event is in the "2-3 years" group Jul 21 2026 Tue Toddler Open Play 10:00am–11:30am Princess Anne Area Library Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library Room: Princess Anne Meeting Room Age Group: 12-23 months, 2-3 years Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning Details: 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.
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 Jul 21 2026 Tue CUSTOMER TRAINING: Silhouette Cameo Orientation 10:30am–12:00pm 14-18 years, 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ years Bayside Area Library Sign-up Open Registration Required 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 Jul 21 2026 Tue CUSTOMER TRAINING: Silhouette Cameo Orientation 10:30am–12:00pm Bayside Area Library Sign-up Open Library Branch: Bayside Area Library Room: Bayside Library Silhouette Cameo 4 Age Group: 14-18 years, 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ years Program Type: Computers & Technology Registration Required Details: Learn to use our Silhouette Cameo 4 desktop cutting machine! This orientation session, guided by library staff, covers everything you need to know to begin reserving time to work independently on our 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 This event is in the "16+ years" group This event is in the "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group Jul 21 2026 Tue CUSTOMER TRAINING: 3D Printer Orientation 3:30pm–5:00pm 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ years Princess Anne Area Library Sign-up Open Registration Required 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 Jul 21 2026 Tue CUSTOMER TRAINING: 3D Printer Orientation 3:30pm–5:00pm Princess Anne Area Library Sign-up Open Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library Room: Princess Anne Library 3D Printer Age Group: 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ years Program Type: Computers & Technology Registration Required Details: Do you want to use a 3D Printer at a Virginia Beach Public Library branch? Register for a required 3D printer orientation with a VBPL staff member to learn how to use the 3D Printer. 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 "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 Jul 21 2026 Tue CUSTOMER TRAINING: Silhouette Cameo Orientation 5:00pm–6:30pm 14-18 years, 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ years Princess Anne Area Library Sign-up Open Registration Required 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 Jul 21 2026 Tue CUSTOMER TRAINING: Silhouette Cameo Orientation 5:00pm–6:30pm Princess Anne Area Library Sign-up Open Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library Room: Princess Anne Library Silhouette Cameo 4 Age Group: 14-18 years, 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ years Program Type: Computers & Technology Registration Required Details: Learn to use our Silhouette Cameo 4 desktop cutting machine! This orientation session, guided by library staff, covers everything you need to know to begin reserving time to work independently on our 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 Jul 21 2026 Tue Teen Time: Anime! 5:30pm–6:45pm 12-14 years, 14-18 years Oceanfront Area Library This event is in the "12-14 years" group This event is in the "14-18 years" group Jul 21 2026 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 This event is in the "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Jul 22 2026 Wed Ballet Virginia: Storytime and Mini Class 10:30am–11:30am 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years Oceanfront Area Library Upcoming 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 Jul 22 2026 Wed Ballet Virginia: Storytime and Mini Class 10:30am–11:30am Oceanfront Area Library Upcoming Library Branch: Oceanfront Area Library Room: Oceanfront Area Library Meeting Room Age Group: 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years Program Type: Hobbies Registration Required Details: Enjoy a storytime with a ballet teacher and student ballerina from Ballet Virginia, try out some poses pictured in the book, and then participate in a “mini" ballet class. Ages 4-10. 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 Jul 22 2026 Wed Color Lab 3:00pm–3:30pm 3-5 years Windsor Woods Area Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "3-5 years" group Jul 22 2026 Wed Color Lab 3:00pm–3:30pm Windsor Woods Area Library Upcoming Library Branch: Windsor Woods Area Library Room: Windsor Woods Programming Room Age Group: 3-5 years Program Type: STEAM Registration Required Details: Learn about the science behind colors! Explore color mixing to make new colors and use rainbow peepholes to learn about light diffraction. Presented by Mad Science of Hampton Roads. Ages 3-5. 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 This event is in the "16+ years" group This event is in the "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group Jul 23 2026 Thu CUSTOMER TRAINING: 3D Printer Orientation 10:30am–12:00pm 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ years Princess Anne Area Library Sign-up Open Registration Required 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 Jul 23 2026 Thu CUSTOMER TRAINING: 3D Printer Orientation 10:30am–12:00pm Princess Anne Area Library Sign-up Open Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library Room: Princess Anne Library 3D Printer Age Group: 12-14 years, 14-18 years, 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ years Program Type: Computers & Technology Registration Required Details: Do you want to use a 3D Printer at a Virginia Beach Public Library branch? Register for a required 3D printer orientation with a VBPL staff member to learn how to use the 3D Printer. 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 "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 Jul 23 2026 Thu Teeny Tiny Farm: Baby Petting Zoo 11:00am–12:30pm 2-3 years, 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years, 9-13 years Great Neck 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 This event is in the "9-13 years" group Jul 23 2026 Thu Teeny Tiny Farm: Baby Petting Zoo 11:00am–12:30pm Great Neck Area Library Library Branch: Great Neck Area Library Room: Great Neck Lawn Age Group: 2-3 years, 3-5 years, 5-7 years, 8-11 years, 9-13 years Program Type: STEAM Details: Shells, scales, feathers, and fur! Visit with baby farm animals at the library! All ages. 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 "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group Jul 23 2026 Thu Assistive Technology Education Hour 12:00pm–1:00pm 18+ years, 60+ years Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library This event is in the "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group Jul 23 2026 Thu Assistive Technology Education Hour 12:00pm–1:00pm Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Folio Meeting Room Age Group: 18+ years, 60+ years Program Type: Computers & Technology Details: Explore innovative tools designed to enhance independence at our Assistive Technology Library Education Hour.
This event is in the "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Jul 23 2026 Thu Mother Nature’s Traveling Road Show: Dinosaur Discovery 2:00pm–2:45pm 5-7 years, 8-11 years Bayside Area Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Jul 23 2026 Thu Mother Nature’s Traveling Road Show: Dinosaur Discovery 2:00pm–2:45pm Bayside Area Library Upcoming Library Branch: Bayside Area Library Room: Bayside Library Meeting Room Age Group: 5-7 years, 8-11 years Program Type: STEAM Registration Required Details: Explore the past and examine dinosaur fossils to learn how they lived their lives millions of years ago. Discover the cool ways animals of the past survived and see how animals of the present do the same. 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 Jul 23 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 Jul 23 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 "3-12 months" group This event is in the "12-23 months" group Jul 24 2026 Fri Baby Open Play 10:00am–11:30am 3-12 months, 12-23 months TCC/City Joint-Use Library This event is in the "3-12 months" group This event is in the "12-23 months" group Jul 24 2026 Fri Baby 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: 3-12 months, 12-23 months Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning Details: Enjoy a warm and inviting space where you and your child can play and socialize with others in the community. Please note: This program is for both caregiver and child, and is not a structured program. Ages 3 to 24 months with caregiver.
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 Jul 24 2026 Fri CUSTOMER TRAINING: Silhouette Cameo Orientation 10:00am–11:30am 14-18 years, 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ years Kempsville Area Library Sign-up Open Registration Required 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 Jul 24 2026 Fri CUSTOMER TRAINING: Silhouette Cameo Orientation 10:00am–11:30am Kempsville Area Library Sign-up Open Library Branch: Kempsville Area Library Room: Kempsville Library Silhouette Cameo 4 Age Group: 14-18 years, 16+ years, 18+ years, 60+ years Program Type: Computers & Technology Registration Required Details: Learn to use our Silhouette Cameo 4 desktop cutting machine! This orientation session, guided by library staff, covers everything you need to know to begin reserving time to work independently on our Silhouette Cameo 4 including: 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 "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group Jul 24 2026 Fri English Language Learners 6 Week Literacy Bootcamp 10:00am–11:30am 18+ years, 60+ years Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group Jul 24 2026 Fri English Language Learners 6 Week Literacy Bootcamp 10:00am–11:30am Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Upcoming Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Library Large Conference Room Age Group: 18+ years, 60+ years Program Type: Culture, Workshops & Lectures Registration Required Details: 6 weeks. Every 2nd and 4th Friday in June, July, August. 10-11:30 a.m. Theme: Telling Your Story.
