Books & Hooks

Sun, Mar 16, All day

Greenbrier Library - Art Wall

Usher in spring by checking out the art of Mary McMillen. Mary combines traditional Chinese brush painting with Western techniques, creating a fusion that transcends cultural boundaries.

Sun, Mar 16, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Central Library - Small Meeting Room

Join our dance “fiesta” with a mix of Latin and island-themed music from bachata, salsa, merengue, and reggaetón. No partner or experience is needed. All abilities are welcome.

Registration is now closed

Sun, Mar 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Central Library - Memory Lab

Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Memory Lab equipment. Please only sign up for one session. All other appointments for the lab will be made with staff.

Registration is now closed

Sun, Mar 16, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Indian River Library - Meeting Room

Join our dance “fiesta” with a mix of Latin and island-themed music from bachata, salsa, merengue, and reggaetón. No partner or experience is needed. All abilities are welcome.

Mon, Mar 17, All day

Russell Memorial Library - Youth Services

Jump into a new world of people, places, and things with themed crafts every Monday.

Mon, Mar 17, All day

Central Library - Youth Services

Looking for a fun craft? Stop by the Youth & Family Services Department anytime on Mondays to participate in our weekly craft. All day, while supplies last.

Friends of the Library Book Sale - Book Sale

Mon, Mar 17, All day

Greenbrier Library - Art Wall

Usher in spring by checking out the art of Mary McMillen. Mary combines traditional Chinese brush painting with Western techniques, creating a fusion that transcends cultural boundaries.

Mon, Mar 17, 10:00am - 7:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library

Find your next fascinating read or thrilling video at our monthly book sale. Choose from a selection of books, audio books, and DVD at bargain prices.

Mon, Mar 17, 10:15am - 10:45am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Featuring: stories, songs, and fun! Ages 6-24 months with caregiver

Monday Morning Movies - Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian (2009)

Mon, Mar 17, 10:15am - 10:45am

Major Hillard Library - Activity Room

Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Baby Storytime

Mon, Mar 17, 10:15am - 10:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Please register each child. Ages: 0-1 year old.

Mon, Mar 17, 10:30am - 1:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room

Start your day with a mid-morning blast of action, adventure, live-action, or comedy. We'll be serving up a weekly smorgasbord of reels that's sure to delight die-hard movie goers.

Mon, Mar 17, 11:15am - 11:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Mon, Mar 17, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1

Schedule a Sewing, Cricut, or Media Lab Orientation. Need personalized guidance? Book a one-on-one session with a staff member to learn about a specific machine, software, or project.

This event is full

Mon, Mar 17, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Indian River Library - Conference Room

Learn the basics of using a smartphone. Topics include: powering on and off, texting, apps, taking photos, shooting video, and wireless printing in the library from your phone.

Mon, Mar 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Central Library - Memory Lab

Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Memory Lab equipment. Please only sign up for one session. All other appointments for the lab will be made with staff.

Mon, Mar 17, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center

Need help with homework or work on math skills? We can help with counting, money, comparing & ordering numbers, multiplication facts, & more. Grades 2-3.

This event is full

Mon, Mar 17, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Express yourself with a multitude of craft supplies at your fingertips, and get to know your fellow crafters! Different, weekly themes will encourage new ideas.

Mon, Mar 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center

Need help with homework or work on math skills? We can help with counting, money, comparing & ordering numbers, multiplication facts, & more. Grades 4-5.

Tue, Mar 18, All day

Greenbrier Library - Art Wall

Usher in spring by checking out the art of Mary McMillen. Mary combines traditional Chinese brush painting with Western techniques, creating a fusion that transcends cultural boundaries.

Tue, Mar 18, 9:30am - 10:00am

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Tue, Mar 18, 10:00am - 11:00am

Central Library - Memory Lab

Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Memory Lab equipment. Please only sign up for one session. All other appointments for the lab will be made with staff.

Tue, Mar 18, 10:15am - 10:45am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Enjoy a fun way to develop early literacy skills in your children with music, dancing, singing, stories and exploration of simple musical concepts. Ages 0-6.

Tue, Mar 18, 10:15am - 10:45am

Major Hillard Library - Activity Room

Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun! Ages 6 - 24 months with caregiver.

Tue, Mar 18, 10:15am - 10:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

Preschoolers and their caregivers will enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs while growing your love of reading. Please register each child. Ages: 3-5

Tue, Mar 18, 10:30am - 11:00am

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Learn Microsoft Word Basics

Tue, Mar 18, 11:15am - 11:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

Preschoolers and their caregivers will enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs while growing your love of reading. Please register each child. Ages: 3-5

STEAM Time

Tue, Mar 18, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library

Join us as we explore of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math. Grades K - 5.

This event is full

Deep Creek Reads

Tue, Mar 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Major Hillard Library - Conference Room

Love to share book recommendations with others? Do you enjoy reading a variety of different genre? This book club is for you. Join us the third Tuesday of the month for our afternoon book club.

Tue, Mar 18, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - Conference Room

Learn how to add, edit, and save text to create a document. Topics include: the ribbon toolbar, formatting, copying and pasting, and printing.

Innovation Studio Classes - Orientation for Creative Devices

Tue, Mar 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined

Learn how to use the 3D printer, a Cricut, and a Glowforge Laser Cutter.

Tue, Mar 18, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Curious about yoga? Learn movement and mindfulness skills, in a playful class, taught by a Registered Children’s Yoga Teacher. Bring a yoga mat or towel and wear comfortable clothes.

Tue, Mar 18, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Major Hillard Library - Activity Room

Major Hillard Library is partnering with Grassfield High School students to offer weekly tutoring sessions in Science, Math, & Reading for students in grades 3-8. Please bring your own materials.

Wed, Mar 19, All day

Greenbrier Library - Art Wall

Usher in spring by checking out the art of Mary McMillen. Mary combines traditional Chinese brush painting with Western techniques, creating a fusion that transcends cultural boundaries.

Wed, Mar 19, 9:15am - 9:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregivers. Please register each child. Ages: 1-2

This event is full

Wed, Mar 19, 9:30am - 10:00am

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Wed, Mar 19, 10:15am - 10:45am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Wed, Mar 19, 10:15am - 10:45am

Major Hillard Library - Activity Room

Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Wed, Mar 19, 10:15am - 10:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregivers. Please register each child. Ages: 1-2

Wed, Mar 19, 10:30am - 11:00am

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Wed, Mar 19, 10:30am - 11:00am

Indian River Library - Main Area

Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.

Wed, Mar 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center

Have fun while working on math and reading. We will reinforce kindergarten and first grade math and reading skills. Grades K-1.

This event is full

Innovation Studio Demonstration - View Equipment in Our Studio

Wed, Mar 19, 11:15am - 11:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregivers. Please register each child. Ages: 1-2

Wed, Mar 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Indian River Library

Take the opportunity to see what can be done with a 3D printer, a laser cutter or our Cricut Cutting Machine.

Innovation Studio Introduction - View Equipment in Our Studio

Wed, Mar 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined

Take the opportunity to see what can be done with a 3D printer, a laser cutter or our Cricut Cutting Machine.

Wed, Mar 19, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center

Have fun while working on reading comprehension. We will reinforce phonetic skills, vocabulary, fluency and comprehension. Grades: 2-3.

This event is full

Wed, Mar 19, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1

Schedule a Sewing, Cricut, or Media Lab Orientation. Need personalized guidance? Book a one-on-one session with a staff member to learn about a specific machine, software, or project.

Wed, Mar 19, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center

Have fun while working on reading comprehension. We will reinforce phonetic skills, vocabulary, fluency and comprehension. Grades: 4-5.

Wed, Mar 19, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Drop-in after school to mess around with tech and things like video games, recipes, and more.

Novel Ladies Book Club

Wed, Mar 19, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room

Book lovers, do you want to discover friends you haven't met yet? Gather as we talk about books and the plots, characters, and themes that make each novel a unique work of art!

Pre-school STEAM-Ventures

Thu, Mar 20, All day

Greenbrier Library - Art Wall

Usher in spring by checking out the art of Mary McMillen. Mary combines traditional Chinese brush painting with Western techniques, creating a fusion that transcends cultural boundaries.

Thu, Mar 20, 10:00am - 11:00am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Explore the world of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math through hands-on experiments and activities.

Thu, Mar 20, 10:15am - 11:15am

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center

Begin your little one's lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing and play along. Featuring: stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun! Ages 6-24 months with caregiver.

Thu, Mar 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library

Meet me in the garden! Spring is here, and it is time to prepare the community garden for a new season. Learn about preparing and planning a spring garden.

Thu, Mar 20, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1

Schedule a Sewing, Cricut, or Media Lab Orientation. Need personalized guidance? Book a one-on-one session with a staff member to learn about a specific machine, software, or project.

This event is full

Lego Club

Thu, Mar 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Build, explore, discover and create with Legos. Weekly themes, challenges and free building for ages 5 and up.

Yadas Online Book Club - March Meeting - The Glassmaker by Tracy Chevalier

Thu, Mar 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Swing by to enjoy Lego Club, STEAM programs, Crazy 8s, and Tech Time on a rotating basis. Every week is something new around here!

Thu, Mar 20, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Online Events - Online Event Room 2

Explore contemporary adult fiction and non-fiction with our online book club.

Fri, Mar 21, All day

Greenbrier Library - Art Wall

Usher in spring by checking out the art of Mary McMillen. Mary combines traditional Chinese brush painting with Western techniques, creating a fusion that transcends cultural boundaries.

Customer Appreciation Day

Sat, Mar 22, All day

Greenbrier Library - Art Wall

Usher in spring by checking out the art of Mary McMillen. Mary combines traditional Chinese brush painting with Western techniques, creating a fusion that transcends cultural boundaries.

Sat, Mar 22, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Major Hillard Library

Celebrate Customer Appreciation Day and discover exciting new services coming soon, all while enjoying some tasty snacks!

The Sewcial Club - Makerspace

Sat, Mar 22, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1,The Gallery

Sewist of all levels. Bring your own projects or work on fun beginner projects.

This event is full

Sun, Mar 23, All day

Greenbrier Library - Art Wall

Usher in spring by checking out the art of Mary McMillen. Mary combines traditional Chinese brush painting with Western techniques, creating a fusion that transcends cultural boundaries.

Speechless No More - Women's History Month

Sun, Mar 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Central Library - Memory Lab

Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Memory Lab equipment. Please only sign up for one session. All other appointments for the lab will be made with staff.

Sun, Mar 23, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room

Immerse yourself in powerful performances from Hampton Roads’ best female artists of poetry, spoken word, music, and song. There will be light refreshments and an Artist Marketplace to explore!

Mon, Mar 24, All day

Russell Memorial Library - Youth Services

Jump into a new world of people, places, and things with themed crafts every Monday.

Mon, Mar 24, All day

Central Library - Youth Services

Looking for a fun craft? Stop by the Youth & Family Services Department anytime on Mondays to participate in our weekly craft. All day, while supplies last.

Activity Time for Adults with Diverse Abilities

Mon, Mar 24, All day

Greenbrier Library - Art Wall

Usher in spring by checking out the art of Mary McMillen. Mary combines traditional Chinese brush painting with Western techniques, creating a fusion that transcends cultural boundaries.

Mon, Mar 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - The Gallery

Calling all adults of all abilities! Join us inside for movies, games, and activities designed to entertain and delight everyone.

Mon, Mar 24, 10:15am - 10:45am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Featuring: stories, songs, and fun! Ages 6-24 months with caregiver

Monday Morning Movies - Pokemon: Detective Pikachu (2019)

Mon, Mar 24, 10:15am - 10:45am

Major Hillard Library - Activity Room

Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Baby Storytime

Mon, Mar 24, 10:15am - 10:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Please register each child. Ages: 0-1 year old.

Registration opens Monday, March 17 2025 at 9:00am

Mon, Mar 24, 10:30am - 1:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room

Start your day with a mid-morning blast of action, adventure, live-action, or comedy. We'll be serving up a weekly smorgasbord of reels that's sure to delight die-hard movie goers.

Mon, Mar 24, 11:15am - 11:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Mon, Mar 24, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1

Schedule a Sewing, Cricut, or Media Lab Orientation. Need personalized guidance? Book a one-on-one session with a staff member to learn about a specific machine, software, or project.

This event is full

Mon, Mar 24, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Indian River Library - Conference Room

Learn the basics of using a smartphone. Topics include: powering on and off, texting, apps, taking photos, shooting video, and wireless printing in the library from your phone.

Mon, Mar 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Central Library - Memory Lab

Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Memory Lab equipment. Please only sign up for one session. All other appointments for the lab will be made with staff.

Mon, Mar 24, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center

Need help with homework or work on math skills? We can help with counting, money, comparing & ordering numbers, multiplication facts, & more. Grades 2-3.

This event is full

Mon, Mar 24, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Express yourself with a multitude of craft supplies at your fingertips, and get to know your fellow crafters! Different, weekly themes will encourage new ideas.

Mon, Mar 24, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center

Need help with homework or work on math skills? We can help with counting, money, comparing & ordering numbers, multiplication facts, & more. Grades 4-5.

The Sizzle Squad

Mon, Mar 24, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Indian River Library - Meeting Room

Join a support group focused on Women's health issues. We'll share tips and stories for embracing life's different phases with understanding and compassion.

Tue, Mar 25, All day

Greenbrier Library - Art Wall

Usher in spring by checking out the art of Mary McMillen. Mary combines traditional Chinese brush painting with Western techniques, creating a fusion that transcends cultural boundaries.

Tue, Mar 25, 9:30am - 10:00am

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Tue, Mar 25, 10:00am - 11:00am

Central Library - Memory Lab

Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Memory Lab equipment. Please only sign up for one session. All other appointments for the lab will be made with staff.

Tue, Mar 25, 10:15am - 10:45am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Enjoy a fun way to develop early literacy skills in your children with music, dancing, singing, stories and exploration of simple musical concepts. Ages 0-6.

Tue, Mar 25, 10:15am - 10:45am

Major Hillard Library - Activity Room

Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun! Ages 6 - 24 months with caregiver.

Tue, Mar 25, 10:15am - 10:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

Preschoolers and their caregivers will enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs while growing your love of reading. Please register each child. Ages: 3-5

Registration opens Tuesday, March 18 2025 at 9:00am

Tue, Mar 25, 10:30am - 11:00am

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Rescheduled

Tue, Mar 25, 11:00am - 1:00pm

New date Tuesday, March 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library

Calling all young builders and creators! Join us for an exciting program where imagination takes the lead and creativity knows no bounds.

Tue, Mar 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - The Gallery

Calling all young builders and creators! Join us for an exciting program where imagination takes the lead and creativity knows no bounds.

This event is full

Plant Clinic - Sponsored by Virginia Cooperative Extension

Tue, Mar 25, 11:15am - 11:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

Preschoolers and their caregivers will enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs while growing your love of reading. Please register each child. Ages: 3-5

Registration opens Tuesday, March 18 2025 at 9:00am

Tue, Mar 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Central Library - Open Area

Need advice for garden dilemmas? Bring your plant questions to agriculture experts dedicated to beautifying our community, educating the public, and maintaining the environment for the future.

Tue, Mar 25, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Curious about yoga? Learn movement and mindfulness skills, in a playful class, taught by a Registered Children’s Yoga Teacher. Bring a yoga mat or towel and wear comfortable clothes.

Tue, Mar 25, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Major Hillard Library - Activity Room

Major Hillard Library is partnering with Grassfield High School students to offer weekly tutoring sessions in Science, Math, & Reading for students in grades 3-8. Please bring your own materials.

Wed, Mar 26, All day

Greenbrier Library - Art Wall

Usher in spring by checking out the art of Mary McMillen. Mary combines traditional Chinese brush painting with Western techniques, creating a fusion that transcends cultural boundaries.

Wed, Mar 26, 9:15am - 9:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregivers. Please register each child. Ages: 1-2

Registration opens Wednesday, March 19 2025 at 9:00am

Wed, Mar 26, 9:30am - 10:00am

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Wed, Mar 26, 10:15am - 10:45am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Wed, Mar 26, 10:15am - 10:45am

Major Hillard Library - Activity Room

Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Wed, Mar 26, 10:15am - 10:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregivers. Please register each child. Ages: 1-2

Registration opens Wednesday, March 19 2025 at 9:00am

Wed, Mar 26, 10:30am - 11:00am

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Wed, Mar 26, 10:30am - 11:00am

Indian River Library - Main Area

Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.

Wed, Mar 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center

Have fun while working on math and reading. We will reinforce kindergarten and first grade math and reading skills. Grades K-1.

This event is full

Homeschool Hour - Story and Craft Time

Wed, Mar 26, 11:15am - 11:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregivers. Please register each child. Ages: 1-2

Registration opens Wednesday, March 19 2025 at 9:00am

Wed, Mar 26, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Read some of the best books in all of children's literature with us and create art projects based on the books.

Computer Basics

Wed, Mar 26, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Indian River Library - Conference Room

New to computers? Let us help you get started with this beginner's class. We will cover topics on computer terminology and operation, including exercises on how to use a mouse.

Wed, Mar 26, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center

Have fun while working on reading comprehension. We will reinforce phonetic skills, vocabulary, fluency and comprehension. Grades: 2-3.

This event is full

S.T.E.A.M. - Ventures

Wed, Mar 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Central Library - Activity Room

Explore the world of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, & Math through hands-on experiments and activities.

Registration opens Wednesday, March 19 2025 at 9:00am

Wed, Mar 26, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1

Schedule a Sewing, Cricut, or Media Lab Orientation. Need personalized guidance? Book a one-on-one session with a staff member to learn about a specific machine, software, or project.

Wed, Mar 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center

Have fun while working on reading comprehension. We will reinforce phonetic skills, vocabulary, fluency and comprehension. Grades: 4-5.

Coffee and Classics - Book Club

Wed, Mar 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Drop-in after school to mess around with tech and things like video games, recipes, and more.

Wed, Mar 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Central Library - Small Meeting Room

Come drink some coffee or tea and discuss a classic book that you have always wanted to read! March 26th, "Things Fall Apart" by Chinua Achebe.

Thu, Mar 27, All day

Greenbrier Library - Art Wall

Usher in spring by checking out the art of Mary McMillen. Mary combines traditional Chinese brush painting with Western techniques, creating a fusion that transcends cultural boundaries.

Music Makers

Thu, Mar 27, 10:00am - 10:45am

Central Library - Small Meeting Room

Let loose at this fun and interactive music class designed for preschoolers to explore the joys of sound, rhythm, and melody through singing, clapping, dancing, and playing simple instruments.

Registration opens Thursday, March 20 2025 at 9:00am

Thu, Mar 27, 10:15am - 11:15am

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center

Begin your little one's lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing and play along. Featuring: stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun! Ages 6-24 months with caregiver.

Thu, Mar 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library

Meet me in the garden! Spring is here, and it is time to prepare the community garden for a new season. Learn about preparing and planning a spring garden.

Thu, Mar 27, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1

Schedule a Sewing, Cricut, or Media Lab Orientation. Need personalized guidance? Book a one-on-one session with a staff member to learn about a specific machine, software, or project.

This event is full

Intro to Orchestra - Learn About the String Orchestra Family

Thu, Mar 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Swing by to enjoy Lego Club, STEAM programs, Crazy 8s, and Tech Time on a rotating basis. Every week is something new around here!

Pokémon Club

Thu, Mar 27, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - The Gallery

Embark on a Pokémon Adventure! Bring your own deck or choose from one of our pre-built options, and learn to battle and strategize at any skill level. No trading or selling cards at this program.

This event is full

Thu, Mar 27, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Central Library - Large Meeting Room

Put on your explorer hats and discover which instruments make up the string orchestra with members of the 8th Grade Hickory Middle School Orchestra! For grades 1-5, registration required.

Fri, Mar 28, All day

Greenbrier Library - Art Wall

Usher in spring by checking out the art of Mary McMillen. Mary combines traditional Chinese brush painting with Western techniques, creating a fusion that transcends cultural boundaries.

Quilty Kindness

Fri, Mar 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Central Library - Small Meeting Room

Quilting Club. All are welcome.

The Power Within Her - Women's History Month

Sat, Mar 29, All day

Greenbrier Library - Art Wall

Usher in spring by checking out the art of Mary McMillen. Mary combines traditional Chinese brush painting with Western techniques, creating a fusion that transcends cultural boundaries.

Seed Festival

Sat, Mar 29, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Major Hillard Library - Activity Room,Main Area,Open Area

Are you ready to grow? Come learn about seeds, plants, and gardening with advice from Master gardening experts. There will be activities and crafts for the whole family to enjoy.

Sat, Mar 29, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Indian River Library - Meeting Room

Feel empowered by an improv show that highlights women's stories, resilience, and achievements.

T-Shirts to Totes

Sat, Mar 29, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1,Creative Spaces 2,Creative Spaces 3,The Gallery

Turn a favorite t-shirt into a tote bag! Do you have a favorite t-shirt that you can't wear anymore? Bring in a t-shirt, and we will instruct you on how to turn it into a reusable bag.

This event is full

Sun, Mar 30, All day

Greenbrier Library - Art Wall

Usher in spring by checking out the art of Mary McMillen. Mary combines traditional Chinese brush painting with Western techniques, creating a fusion that transcends cultural boundaries.

Sun, Mar 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Central Library - Memory Lab

Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Memory Lab equipment. Please only sign up for one session. All other appointments for the lab will be made with staff.

Quilty Kindness

Sun, Mar 30, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Central Library - Small Meeting Room

Quilting Club. All are welcome.

Bunco

Sun, Mar 30, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Indian River Library - Meeting Room

Meet your neighbors, make some friends (or bring them with you), while you learn to play Bunco with library staff. Light refreshments will be provided.

Mon, Mar 31, All day

Russell Memorial Library - Youth Services

Jump into a new world of people, places, and things with themed crafts every Monday.

Mon, Mar 31, All day

Central Library - Youth Services

Looking for a fun craft? Stop by the Youth & Family Services Department anytime on Mondays to participate in our weekly craft. All day, while supplies last.

Mon, Mar 31, All day

Greenbrier Library - Art Wall

Usher in spring by checking out the art of Mary McMillen. Mary combines traditional Chinese brush painting with Western techniques, creating a fusion that transcends cultural boundaries.

Mon, Mar 31, 10:15am - 10:45am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Featuring: stories, songs, and fun! Ages 6-24 months with caregiver

Monday Morning Movies - Pirates of the Caribbean

Mon, Mar 31, 10:15am - 10:45am

Major Hillard Library - Activity Room

Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Baby Storytime

Mon, Mar 31, 10:15am - 10:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Please register each child. Ages: 0-1 year old.

Registration opens Monday, March 24 2025 at 9:00am

Mon, Mar 31, 10:30am - 1:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room

Start your day with a mid-morning blast of action, adventure, live-action, or comedy. We'll be serving up a weekly smorgasbord of reels that's sure to delight die-hard movie goers.

Mon, Mar 31, 11:15am - 11:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Mon, Mar 31, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1

Schedule a Sewing, Cricut, or Media Lab Orientation. Need personalized guidance? Book a one-on-one session with a staff member to learn about a specific machine, software, or project.

This event is full

Mon, Mar 31, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Indian River Library - Conference Room

Learn the basics of using a smartphone. Topics include: powering on and off, texting, apps, taking photos, shooting video, and wireless printing in the library from your phone.

Mon, Mar 31, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Central Library - Memory Lab

Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Memory Lab equipment. Please only sign up for one session. All other appointments for the lab will be made with staff.

Mon, Mar 31, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center

Need help with homework or work on math skills? We can help with counting, money, comparing & ordering numbers, multiplication facts, & more. Grades 2-3.

This event is full

Mon, Mar 31, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Express yourself with a multitude of craft supplies at your fingertips, and get to know your fellow crafters! Different, weekly themes will encourage new ideas.

Mon, Mar 31, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center

Need help with homework or work on math skills? We can help with counting, money, comparing & ordering numbers, multiplication facts, & more. Grades 4-5.

Tue, Apr 01, 9:30am - 10:00am

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Red Cross Blood Drive

Tue, Apr 01, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Central Library - Large Meeting Room

Support our community Blood Drive. Please join our lifesaving mission and schedule an appointment today! Call 1-800-RED CROSS or schedule online.

Tue, Apr 01, 10:15am - 10:45am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Enjoy a fun way to develop early literacy skills in your children with music, dancing, singing, stories and exploration of simple musical concepts. Ages 0-6.

Tue, Apr 01, 10:15am - 10:45am

Major Hillard Library - Activity Room

Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun! Ages 6 - 24 months with caregiver.

Tue, Apr 01, 10:30am - 11:00am

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

STEAM Time

Tue, Apr 01, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library

Join us as we explore of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math. Grades K - 5.

This event is full

Tue, Apr 01, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Curious about yoga? Learn movement and mindfulness skills, in a playful class, taught by a Registered Children’s Yoga Teacher. Bring a yoga mat or towel and wear comfortable clothes.

Tue, Apr 01, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Major Hillard Library - Activity Room

Major Hillard Library is partnering with Grassfield High School students to offer weekly tutoring sessions in Science, Math, & Reading for students in grades 3-8. Please bring your own materials.

Wed, Apr 02, 9:30am - 10:00am

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Wed, Apr 02, 10:15am - 10:45am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Wed, Apr 02, 10:15am - 10:45am

Major Hillard Library - Activity Room

Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Wed, Apr 02, 10:30am - 11:00am

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Wed, Apr 02, 10:30am - 11:00am

Indian River Library - Main Area

Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.

Innovation Studio Classes - Orientation for Creative Devices

Wed, Apr 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center

Have fun while working on math and reading. We will reinforce kindergarten and first grade math and reading skills. Grades K-1.

This event is full

Internet Basics

Wed, Apr 02, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Indian River Library - Conference Room

Learn how to find and evaluate information online. Topics include learning about browsers, search engines, websites, and hyperlinks.

Wed, Apr 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined

Learn how to use the 3D printer, a Cricut, and a Glowforge Laser Cutter.

Wed, Apr 02, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center

Have fun while working on reading comprehension. We will reinforce phonetic skills, vocabulary, fluency and comprehension. Grades: 2-3.

This event is full

Wed, Apr 02, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1

Schedule a Sewing, Cricut, or Media Lab Orientation. Need personalized guidance? Book a one-on-one session with a staff member to learn about a specific machine, software, or project.

Wed, Apr 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center

Have fun while working on reading comprehension. We will reinforce phonetic skills, vocabulary, fluency and comprehension. Grades: 4-5.

Wed, Apr 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Drop-in after school to mess around with tech and things like video games, recipes, and more.

Thu, Apr 03, 10:15am - 11:15am

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center

Begin your little one's lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing and play along. Featuring: stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun! Ages 6-24 months with caregiver.

Thu, Apr 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library

Meet me in the garden! Spring is here, and it is time to prepare the community garden for a new season. Learn about preparing and planning a spring garden.

Thu, Apr 03, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1

Schedule a Sewing, Cricut, or Media Lab Orientation. Need personalized guidance? Book a one-on-one session with a staff member to learn about a specific machine, software, or project.

Lego Club

Thu, Apr 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Build, explore, discover and create with Legos. Weekly themes, challenges and free building for ages 5 and up.

Red Herring Readers - Mystery Book Club

Thu, Apr 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Swing by to enjoy Lego Club, STEAM programs, Crazy 8s, and Tech Time on a rotating basis. Every week is something new around here!

Essence Book Club

Thu, Apr 03, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Online

Lively discussion first Thursday of every month of works by African or African-American authors. This month's discussion is Selected Poems by Gwendolyn Brooks

Fri, Apr 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - Conference Room

Calling all mystery fans! Join us for our monthly first Fridays afternoon book club! Pick up titles in advance. This month's novel is "Dark Ride" by Lou Berney.

Fresh and Fit Block Party

Sat, Apr 05, 11:00am - 3:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Community Center - Gymnasium - 2019 Windy Rd, Chesapeake, VA 23324

Join us for a health and wellness fair offering free medical services, health screenings, and wellness resources. Come out and celebrate a healthier you with fun, fitness, and community spirit!

Onyx Angels - Grief Support for Bereaved Families

Sat, Apr 05, 11:00am - 1:30pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room

Join Onyx Angels, a grief support group for parents and siblings. Share stories, connect, and honor your loved ones. Lunch is provided, and children are welcome.

Cheerleader Storytime

Sat, Apr 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Major Hillard Library - Youth Services

Let's Cheer for stories! Enjoy storytime led by the Hugo Owens Middle School Cheerleaders. We'll have a family storytime filled with exciting stories, songs and activities for children.

Free Math Clinic

Sun, Apr 06, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Central Library - Small Meeting Room

The Virginia Math Club in partnership with the Chesapeake Youth Foundation and the Chesapeake Public Library will provide free personal tutoring in any mathematics up to and including Calculus.

Mon, Apr 07, All day

Russell Memorial Library - Youth Services

Jump into a new world of people, places, and things with themed crafts every Monday.

Activity Time for Adults with Diverse Abilities

Mon, Apr 07, All day

Central Library - Youth Services

Looking for a fun craft? Stop by the Youth & Family Services Department anytime on Mondays to participate in our weekly craft. All day, while supplies last.

Mon, Apr 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - The Gallery

Calling all adults of all abilities! Join us inside for movies, games, and activities designed to entertain and delight everyone.

Mon, Apr 07, 10:15am - 10:45am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Featuring: stories, songs, and fun! Ages 6-24 months with caregiver

Monday Morning Movies - Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest (2006)

Mon, Apr 07, 10:15am - 10:45am

Major Hillard Library - Activity Room

Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Mon, Apr 07, 10:30am - 1:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room

Start your day with a mid-morning blast of action, adventure, live-action, or comedy. We'll be serving up a weekly smorgasbord of reels sure to delight die-hard movie goers.

Cancelled

Books & Hooks

Mon, Apr 07, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library

Join this beginner-friendly group to learn a few crochet basics, refine your craft, or pick up new project ideas! Bring a project in-progress or start something from scratch with supplies provided.

Mon, Apr 07, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1

Schedule a Sewing, Cricut, or Media Lab Orientation. Need personalized guidance? Book a one-on-one session with a staff member to learn about a specific machine, software, or project.

This event is full

Mon, Apr 07, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Indian River Library - Conference Room

Learn the basics of using a smartphone. Topics include: powering on and off, texting, apps, taking photos, shooting video, and wireless printing in the library from your phone.

Mon, Apr 07, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center

Need help with homework or work on math skills? We can help with counting, money, comparing & ordering numbers, multiplication facts, & more. Grades 2-3.

This event is full

Mon, Apr 07, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Express yourself with a multitude of craft supplies at your fingertips, and get to know your fellow crafters! Different, weekly themes will encourage new ideas.

Mon, Apr 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center

Need help with homework or work on math skills? We can help with counting, money, comparing & ordering numbers, multiplication facts, & more. Grades 4-5.

Tue, Apr 08, 9:30am - 10:00am

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Tue, Apr 08, 10:15am - 10:45am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Enjoy a fun way to develop early literacy skills in your children with music, dancing, singing, stories and exploration of simple musical concepts. Ages 0-6.

Tue, Apr 08, 10:15am - 10:45am

Major Hillard Library - Activity Room

Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun! Ages 6 - 24 months with caregiver.

Tue, Apr 08, 10:30am - 11:00am

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Rescheduled

Tue, Apr 08, 11:00am - 1:00pm

New date Tuesday, April 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library

Calling all young builders and creators! Join us for an exciting program where imagination takes the lead and creativity knows no bounds.

Plant Clinic - Sponsored by Virginia Cooperative Extension

Tue, Apr 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - The Gallery

Calling all young builders and creators! Join us for an exciting program where imagination takes the lead and creativity knows no bounds.

Tue, Apr 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - Open Area

Need advice for garden dilemmas? Bring your plant questions to agriculture experts dedicated to beautifying our community, educating the public, and maintaining the environment for the future.

Tue, Apr 08, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Curious about yoga? Learn movement and mindfulness skills, in a playful class, taught by a Registered Children’s Yoga Teacher. Bring a yoga mat or towel and wear comfortable clothes.

Tue, Apr 08, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Major Hillard Library - Activity Room

Major Hillard Library is partnering with Grassfield High School students to offer weekly tutoring sessions in Science, Math, & Reading for students in grades 3-8. Please bring your own materials.

Wed, Apr 09, 9:30am - 10:00am

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Wed, Apr 09, 10:15am - 10:45am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Wed, Apr 09, 10:15am - 10:45am

Major Hillard Library - Activity Room

Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Wed, Apr 09, 10:30am - 11:00am

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Wed, Apr 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center

Have fun while working on math and reading. We will reinforce kindergarten and first grade math and reading skills. Grades K-1.

This event is full

Wed, Apr 09, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center

Have fun while working on reading comprehension. We will reinforce phonetic skills, vocabulary, fluency and comprehension. Grades: 2-3.

This event is full

Wed, Apr 09, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1

Schedule a Sewing, Cricut, or Media Lab Orientation. Need personalized guidance? Book a one-on-one session with a staff member to learn about a specific machine, software, or project.

Wed, Apr 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center

Have fun while working on reading comprehension. We will reinforce phonetic skills, vocabulary, fluency and comprehension. Grades: 4-5.

Read the Rainbow! - Book Club

Wed, Apr 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Drop-in after school to mess around with tech and things like video games, recipes, and more.

Wed, Apr 09, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

The Garage Brewery - 1011 Eden Way N, Chesapeake, VA 23320

Check out our new off-site LGBTQAI+ silent book club, Read the Rainbow, which meets every other month. Read a book of your choice for this meeting's theme: Contemporary, Romance, or Humor!

Thu, Apr 10, 10:15am - 11:15am

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center

Begin your little one's lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing and play along. Featuring: stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun! Ages 6-24 months with caregiver.

Thu, Apr 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library

Meet me in the garden! Spring is here, and it is time to prepare the community garden for a new season. Learn about preparing and planning a spring garden.

Thu, Apr 10, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1

Schedule a Sewing, Cricut, or Media Lab Orientation. Need personalized guidance? Book a one-on-one session with a staff member to learn about a specific machine, software, or project.

The Sewcial Club - Makerspace

Thu, Apr 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Swing by to enjoy Lego Club, STEAM programs, Crazy 8s, and Tech Time on a rotating basis. Every week is something new around here!

Sat, Apr 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1,The Gallery

Sewist of all levels. Bring your own projects or work on fun beginner projects.

This event is full

Latin Line Dance - Fitness & Fun

Sun, Apr 13, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

New venue Central Library - Small Meeting Room

Join our dance “fiesta” with a mix of Latin and island-themed music from bachata, salsa, merengue, and reggaetón. No partner or experience is needed. All abilities are welcome.

This event is full

Quilty Kindness

Sun, Apr 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Central Library - Large Meeting Room

Quilting Club. All are welcome.

Cancelled

Sun, Apr 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library

Join our dance “fiesta” with a mix of Latin and island themed music from bachata, salsa, merengue, and reggaetón. No partner or experience needed. All abilities welcome. FREE

Sun, Apr 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Indian River Library - Meeting Room

Join our dance “fiesta” with a mix of Latin and island-themed music from bachata, salsa, merengue, and reggaetón. No partner or experience is needed. All abilities are welcome.

Mon, Apr 14, All day

Russell Memorial Library - Youth Services

Jump into a new world of people, places, and things with themed crafts every Monday.

Mon, Apr 14, All day

Central Library - Youth Services

Looking for a fun craft? Stop by the Youth & Family Services Department anytime on Mondays to participate in our weekly craft. All day, while supplies last.

Mon, Apr 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library

Meet me in the garden! Spring is here, and it is time to prepare the community garden for a new season. Learn about preparing and planning a spring garden.

Mon, Apr 14, 10:15am - 10:45am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Featuring: stories, songs, and fun! Ages 6-24 months with caregiver

Monday Morning Movies - Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End (2007)

Mon, Apr 14, 10:15am - 10:45am

Major Hillard Library - Activity Room

Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Mon, Apr 14, 10:30am - 1:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room

Start your day with a mid-morning blast of action, adventure, live-action, or comedy. We'll be serving up a weekly smorgasbord of reels sure to delight die-hard movie goers.

Mon, Apr 14, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1

Schedule a Sewing, Cricut, or Media Lab Orientation. Need personalized guidance? Book a one-on-one session with a staff member to learn about a specific machine, software, or project.

This event is full

Mon, Apr 14, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Indian River Library - Conference Room

Learn the basics of using a smartphone. Topics include: powering on and off, texting, apps, taking photos, shooting video, and wireless printing in the library from your phone.

Legal Aid Drop-Ins

Mon, Apr 14, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor

Low-income residents can drop in for consultations with a Legal Aid of Eastern Virginia lawyer. Get guidance on legal issues like eviction, debt, domestic violence, and more for free.

Mon, Apr 14, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Express yourself with a multitude of craft supplies at your fingertips, and get to know your fellow crafters! Different, weekly themes will encourage new ideas.

Tue, Apr 15, 9:30am - 10:00am

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Red Cross Blood Drive

Tue, Apr 15, 10:00am - 3:00pm

Central Library - Large Meeting Room

Support our community Blood Drive. Please join our lifesaving mission and schedule an appointment today! Call 1-800-RED CROSS or schedule online.

Tue, Apr 15, 10:15am - 10:45am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Enjoy a fun way to develop early literacy skills in your children with music, dancing, singing, stories and exploration of simple musical concepts. Ages 0-6.

Tue, Apr 15, 10:15am - 10:45am

Major Hillard Library - Activity Room

Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun! Ages 6 - 24 months with caregiver.

Plant Clinic - Sponsored by Virginia Cooperative Extension

Tue, Apr 15, 10:30am - 11:00am

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

STEAM Time

Tue, Apr 15, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library

Join us as we explore of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math. Grades K - 5.

This event is full

Deep Creek Reads

Tue, Apr 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Major Hillard Library - Conference Room

Love to share book recommendations with others? Do you enjoy reading a variety of different genre? This book club is for you. Join us the third Tuesday of the month for our afternoon book club.

Tue, Apr 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Open Area

Need advice for garden dilemmas? Bring your plant questions to agriculture experts dedicated to beautifying our community, educating the public, and maintaining the environment for the future.

Slay the Stacks Teen Book Club - Virtual

Tue, Apr 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Online Events - Online Event Room 1

Did you read a contemporary, adventure, historical or romance book that you loved or hated during the Spring 2025 challenge? Come talk with us about it during our quarterly meeting and earn a badge.

Innovation Studio Classes - Orientation for Creative Devices

Tue, Apr 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined

Learn how to use the 3D printer, a Cricut, and a Glowforge Laser Cutter.