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 Aug 10 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 Aug 10 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 Aug 10 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 Aug 10 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 Aug 11 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 Aug 11 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 "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 Aug 11 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 Aug 11 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 Aug 11 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 Aug 11 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 This event is in the "16+ years" group This event is in the "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group Aug 13 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 Aug 13 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 "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Aug 13 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 Aug 13 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 "2-3 years" group This event is in the "3-5 years" group Aug 13 2026 Thu Ready to Read: The Whole Child Workshop 5:30pm–6:15pm 2-3 years, 3-5 years Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "2-3 years" group This event is in the "3-5 years" group Aug 13 2026 Thu Ready to Read: The Whole Child Workshop 5:30pm–6:15pm Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Upcoming Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library Room: Central Storytime Room Age Group: 2-3 years, 3-5 years Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning, Workshops & Lectures Registration Required Details: You are your child’s teacher! In this 45 minute session, parents and caregivers will learn techniques to support early literacy at home through daily routines as they sing, talk, read, write, and play together. 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 Aug 14 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 Aug 14 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 "18+ years" group This event is in the "60+ years" group Aug 14 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 Aug 14 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.
This event is in the "2-3 years" group This event is in the "3-5 years" group Aug 14 2026 Fri Ready to Read: The Whole Child Workshop 10:30am–11:15am 2-3 years, 3-5 years Kempsville Area Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "2-3 years" group This event is in the "3-5 years" group Aug 14 2026 Fri Ready to Read: The Whole Child Workshop 10:30am–11:15am Kempsville Area Library Upcoming Library Branch: Kempsville Area Library Room: Kempsville Storytime Room Age Group: 2-3 years, 3-5 years Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning, Workshops & Lectures Registration Required Details: You are your child’s teacher! In this 45 minute session, parents and caregivers will learn techniques to support early literacy at home through daily routines as they sing, talk, read, write, and play together. 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 Aug 15 2026 Sat StoryWalk® Saturday: What If... 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 Aug 15 2026 Sat StoryWalk® Saturday: What If... 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 What If... by Samantha Berger. Engage in fun activities while you read the story and explore the library!
This event is in the "3-5 years" group This event is in the "5-7 years" group Aug 15 2026 Sat StoryWalk®: Wonder Walkers 10:00am–4:00pm 3-5 years, 5-7 years Windsor Woods Area Library This event is in the "3-5 years" group This event is in the "5-7 years" group Aug 15 2026 Sat StoryWalk®: Wonder Walkers 10:00am–4:00pm Windsor Woods Area Library Library Branch: Windsor Woods Area Library Room: Windsor Woods Outside Age Group: 3-5 years, 5-7 years Program Type: Books & Authors Details: Join us for a StoryWalk® featuring Wonder Walkers by Micha Archer. Engage in fun activities while you read the story and explore the library!Registration is NOT required.
This event is in the "18+ years" group Aug 15 2026 Sat Seed Library Q&A 11:00am–1:00pm 18+ years Oceanfront Area Library This event is in the "18+ years" group Aug 15 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 Aug 17 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 Aug 17 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 "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 Aug 17 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 Aug 17 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 Aug 17 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 Aug 17 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 Aug 18 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 Aug 18 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 "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 Aug 18 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 Aug 18 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 Aug 18 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 Aug 18 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 Aug 18 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 Aug 18 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 "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 Aug 20 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 Aug 20 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 "5-7 years" group This event is in the "8-11 years" group Aug 20 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 Aug 20 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 Aug 20 2026 Thu Pawsitive Reading 5:00pm–6:00pm 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 Aug 20 2026 Thu Pawsitive Reading 5:00pm–6:00pm Bayside Area Library Upcoming 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.
