Thinking Thursday - Grades 3-5 - Chesapeake Public Library

African American Sewcial Threaders Quilt Guild - Black History Month

Sun, Feb 08, All day

Central Library

Taste history at the library. Explore the stacks for recipes inspired by Black stories. Have a favorite? Share a copy in the drop box. At month’s end, we’ll compile recipes for a community cookbook.

Sun, Feb 08, All day

Central Library - Art Wall

Celebrate 100 years of Black History in 100 quilts. The quilts will be on display throughout the library all month. This year’s theme is “Black Resilience: The Underground Railroad and Beyond”.

Bunco

Sun, Feb 08, 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.

Rescheduled

Fresh Food Series - Sponsored by Virginia Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners

Sun, Feb 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

New date Sunday, February 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library

Learn about a new edible plant each month!

Mon, Feb 09, All day

Greenbrier Library - Youth Services

Complete a make and take craft! They are available in the Children's room while supplies last.

Mon, Feb 09, All day

Russell Memorial Library - Youth Services

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

Crafty Monday

Mon, Feb 09, All day

Central Library - Youth Services

Looking for a fun craft? Stop by the children's room anytime on Mondays to participate in our weekly craft. Crafts are available all day, while supplies last.

African American Sewcial Threaders Quilt Guild - Black History Month

Mon, Feb 09, All day

Central Library

Mon, Feb 09, All day

Central Library - Art Wall

Celebrate 100 years of Black History in 100 quilts. The quilts will be on display throughout the library all month. This year’s theme is “Black Resilience: The Underground Railroad and Beyond”.

Busy Babies

Mon, Feb 09, 10:00am - 11:00am

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Places to go, people to see! Babies are busy bees! Join us for an open sensory play time where your baby can explore and learn.

Mon, Feb 09, 10:15am - 11:00am

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!

Baby Storytime

Mon, Feb 09, 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. This program is for ages 0-1 year old.

Mon, Feb 09, 11:00am - 2:00pm

Major Hillard Library - Conference Room,Meeting Room

Drop in to our meet-up for differently abled adults to enjoy games, art, activities, and friendship. Socialize and have fun in a relaxed and supportive space. Bring your lunch!

Mon, Feb 09, 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.

Cancelled

Intro to Smartphones

Mon, Feb 09, 1:15pm - 2:00pm

Indian River Library

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, Feb 09, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor

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

Mon, Feb 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

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, Feb 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.

This event is full

Mon, Feb 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Central Library - Preservation Studio 1,Preservation Studio 2

Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Preservation Studio equipment. Please only sign up for one session. After learning the equipment, customers can reserve the room.

This event is full

Art for Fun Sake

Mon, Feb 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined

Learn about art history and make a craft! This lesson features Van Gogh and his famous Starry Night. Art supplies are provided and registration is required.

Middle School Make It Club

Mon, Feb 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.

This event is full

Mon, Feb 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Central Library - Activity Room

Make friends and crafty creations in this after-school club. This club is for middle schoolers only, and all materials will be provided. Registration is required.

African American Sewcial Threaders Quilt Guild - Black History Month

Tue, Feb 10, All day

Central Library

Tue, Feb 10, All day

Central Library - Art Wall

Celebrate 100 years of Black History in 100 quilts. The quilts will be on display throughout the library all month. This year’s theme is “Black Resilience: The Underground Railroad and Beyond”.

Tue, Feb 10, 9:30am - 10:00am

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

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

Tue, Feb 10, 10:00am - 11:00am

Central Library - Preservation Studio 1,Preservation Studio 2

Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Preservation Studio equipment. Please only sign up for one session. After learning the equipment, customers can reserve the room.

This event is full

Tue, Feb 10, 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!

Tue, Feb 10, 10:15am - 11:00am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Come move & groove at the library! Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. A perfect place to shake, shimmy, and smile together!

Tue, Feb 10, 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. This program is for children who are 3-5 years old.

Tue, Feb 10, 10:30am - 11:00am

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

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

Craft Time: Valentines

Tue, Feb 10, 10:30am - 11:30am

Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined

Adults of diverse abilities are invited to craft and relax. Make a craft, color, or just enjoy the seasonal vibes. Caretakers must remain present.

This event is full

Homeschool Adventures - Black History Month - Exploring Artists

Tue, Feb 10, 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. This program is for children who are 3-5 years old.

Tue, Feb 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Calling all homeschoolers! Join us for an exploration of some groundbreaking African American artists. Learn about their lives, how they became artists, and create some art in their style.

Valentine Sunshine - Cardmaking for the Community

Tue, Feb 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Calling all homeschoolers! Join us for a special Valentine card-making event. We will be crafting cards to spread love to community members. Bring your creativity and spread some sunshine!

Tue, Feb 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

During this 6-week program, kids will develop acting skills and learn blocking as they rehearse for a short play to be performed for friends and family on the last class of the session.

This event is full

Tue, Feb 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.

This event is full

Paint and Sip with David Duck - Black History Month

Tue, Feb 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.

This event is full

Tue, Feb 10, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room

Create a masterpiece with David Duck while sipping on fresh and fruity drinks in celebration of Black History Month.

This event is full

Read, Create, and Celebrate: Mo Willems & Jane Yolen

Wed, Feb 11, All day

Greenbrier Library - Youth Services

Soar to the library to celebrate authors, Mo Willems & Jane Yolens, birthday! Explore books and stomp into themed crafts inspired by giggling pigeons and roaring dinosaurs.

African American Sewcial Threaders Quilt Guild - Black History Month

Wed, Feb 11, All day

Central Library

Wed, Feb 11, All day

Central Library - Art Wall

Celebrate 100 years of Black History in 100 quilts. The quilts will be on display throughout the library all month. This year’s theme is “Black Resilience: The Underground Railroad and Beyond”.

Wed, Feb 11, 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. This program is for ages 1-2 years old.

This event is full

Wed, Feb 11, 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, Feb 11, 10:15am - 11:00am

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, Feb 11, 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, Feb 11, 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. This program is for ages 1-2 years old.

This event is full

Wed, Feb 11, 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, Feb 11, 10:30am - 11:00am

Indian River Library - Large Study Room

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

Math and Reading Help - Students Kindergarten - 1st grade

Wed, Feb 11, 10:30am - 3:00pm

Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room

Lunch tastes better with a movie—or two! Pack your meal and join us at the library for a weekly double feature full of big moments, memorable scenes, and cinematic fun.

Wed, Feb 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

Have fun while working on math and reading! We will reinforce kindergarten and first grade math and reading skills.

Homeschool Hour: STEAM - Locomotive by Brian Floca

Wed, Feb 11, 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.

Wed, Feb 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Greenbrier Library - Open Area

Travel aboard a transcontinental train ride, in 1869, in this Caldecott Award winning book! Put on your conductor hat and explore how trains work.

Cancelled

Creating Your Best Resume

Wed, Feb 11, 1:15pm - 2:00pm

Indian River Library

Come out and learn the basics of creating a winning resume. Topics covered will include formatting, organization, and uploading to websites for job seekers.

LEGO Club

Wed, Feb 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Puzzle power! Use your creativity and our LEGOs to build a marble maze. Trade with new friends and see how fast you can run the maze.

Black History Bingo - Black History Month

Wed, Feb 11, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room

Play bingo with friends and learn fun facts about the rich cultural heritage and contributions of great African Americans, both past and present.

Fresh Food Series - Sponsored by Virginia Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners

Wed, Feb 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room

Learn about a new edible plant each month!

Read the Rainbow! - Book Club

Wed, Feb 11, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Garage Brewery

Check out our off-site LGBTQAI+ book club, which meets every other month. Read a book of your choice for this meeting's theme: Biography and Memoir!

African American Sewcial Threaders Quilt Guild - Black History Month

Thu, Feb 12, All day

Central Library

Thu, Feb 12, All day

Central Library - Art Wall

Celebrate 100 years of Black History in 100 quilts. The quilts will be on display throughout the library all month. This year’s theme is “Black Resilience: The Underground Railroad and Beyond”.

Thu, Feb 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Indian River Library - Meeting Room

Come out and enjoy a family-friendly movie with friends! Movies will be either G or PG.

Thu, Feb 12, 10:15am - 11:15am

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

Begin your little one's lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing and play along to stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun!

Thu, Feb 12, 10:15am - 11:00am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Come move & groove at the library! Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. A perfect place to shake, shimmy, and smile together!

Glacier Games: Winter Olympics

Thu, Feb 12, 10:15am - 11:00am

Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room

Come move & groove at the library! Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. A perfect way to shake, shimmy, and smile together!

Ice Cream Storytime

Thu, Feb 12, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Central Library - Activity Room,Small Meeting Room

Man, I love ice cream! Join us for a sweet STEM storytime.

This event is full

Thu, Feb 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

A glowing torch, a sprinkle of snow, and games galore! Elementary and middle schoolers compete in fun, friendly challenges in a Mini Winter Olympics. Run, toss, and slide your way to win medals.

STEAM Series - Cloud in a Jar

Thu, Feb 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.

This event is full

Thu, Feb 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Cloudy days ahead with this Cloud in a Jar activity! Learn about weather with us by making your very own cloud!

Dungeons & Dragons Workshop

Thu, Feb 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.

This event is full

Thu, Feb 12, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Major Hillard Library - Activity Room

Join us for this week's workshop to learn in depth character sheet building.

African American Sewcial Threaders Quilt Guild - Black History Month

Fri, Feb 13, All day

Central Library

Fri, Feb 13, All day

Central Library - Art Wall

Celebrate 100 years of Black History in 100 quilts. The quilts will be on display throughout the library all month. This year’s theme is “Black Resilience: The Underground Railroad and Beyond”.

Bilingual Storytime

Fri, Feb 13, 10:15am - 10:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

Let’s go on a bilingual language adventure combining books and songs in English and Spanish. All ages are welcome. No registration is required.

My Funny Valentine

Fri, Feb 13, 10:15am - 11:00am

Major Hillard Library - Activity Room

Sweet or silly, pink and frilly? Celebrate Valentine's Day with stories, crafts, and activities.

Estate Planning Basics - Let's Get Uncomfortable: End of Life Conversations

Fri, Feb 13, 10:30am - 11:30am

South Norfolk Memorial Library - Conference Room

Learn about end-of-life legal planning. A short presentation on wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and advance medical directives will be followed by an open topic Q&A session.

Meet the Artist - Janice Johnson

Fri, Feb 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Drop by for an evening of art and conversation with local artist, Janice Johnson. View her quilts, hear her inspiration, and enjoy light refreshments.

African American Sewcial Threaders Quilt Guild - Black History Month

Sat, Feb 14, All day

Central Library

Sat, Feb 14, All day

Central Library - Art Wall

Celebrate 100 years of Black History in 100 quilts. The quilts will be on display throughout the library all month. This year’s theme is “Black Resilience: The Underground Railroad and Beyond”.

Parsley: Grow Enough to Share - Fresh Food and Polinator Plant Series

Sat, Feb 14, 10:00am - 11:00am

Indian River Library - Meeting Room

Master Gardeners and the Virginia Cooperative Extension join forces to discuss the benefits of parsley in the local ecosystem!

Black History Family Game Day - Black History Month

Sat, Feb 14, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Central Library

Play classic games or a Black history trivia game for some family-friendly competition. Family, friends, or solo - everyone is welcome! Participant prizes will be given, so come join in the fun!

Game Time for Teens & Tweens

Sat, Feb 14, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Join us for two hours of gaming fun, including Mario Kart and Super Smash Bros. mini-tournaments!

Pollinator Plant Series - Sponsored by Virginia Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners

Sat, Feb 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Learn about a new plant each month, including how to grow it, how it helps wildlife, and which pollinator or insect relies on that plant for food, too.

Hip Hop Improv - Black History Month

Sat, Feb 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Second Floor

Get ready to move, groove, and think on your feet! Arts for Learning Virginia’s Dai Poole blends hip-hop and improv in an energetic workshop full of creativity and fun.

Heated Rivalry Revelry

Sat, Feb 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room

Heat up your Valentine's Day with a Heated Rivalry themed event! Design your own team logos, test your show knowledge, and determine your favorite brand of ginger ale with fellow Game Changers fans.

African American Sewcial Threaders Quilt Guild - Black History Month

Sun, Feb 15, All day

Central Library

Sun, Feb 15, All day

Central Library - Art Wall

Celebrate 100 years of Black History in 100 quilts. The quilts will be on display throughout the library all month. This year’s theme is “Black Resilience: The Underground Railroad and Beyond”.

Read, Create, & Celebrate: Norman Ridwell

Sun, Feb 15, All day

Greenbrier Library - Youth Services

Celebrate the birthday of the author behind the beloved Clifford series! Discover his books that are available for check out. Enjoy playful dog-themed crafts.

Fresh Food Series - Sponsored by Virginia Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners

Sun, Feb 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - Conference Room

Learn about a new edible plant each month!

African American Sewcial Threaders Quilt Guild - Black History Month

Mon, Feb 16, All day

Central Library

Mon, Feb 16, All day

Central Library - Art Wall

Celebrate 100 years of Black History in 100 quilts. The quilts will be on display throughout the library all month. This year’s theme is “Black Resilience: The Underground Railroad and Beyond”.

African American Sewcial Threaders Quilt Guild - Black History Month

Tue, Feb 17, All day

Central Library

Tue, Feb 17, All day

Central Library - Art Wall

Celebrate 100 years of Black History in 100 quilts. The quilts will be on display throughout the library all month. This year’s theme is “Black Resilience: The Underground Railroad and Beyond”.

Tue, Feb 17, 9:30am - 10:00am

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

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

Tue, Feb 17, 10:00am - 11:00am

Central Library - Preservation Studio 1,Preservation Studio 2

Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Preservation Studio equipment. Please only sign up for one session. After learning the equipment, customers can reserve the room.

Tue, Feb 17, 10:00am - 7:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor

Unleash your next literary adventure or cinematic thrill at our monthly book sale! Browse a diverse collection of books, audiobooks, and DVDs, all at incredible prices.

Tue, Feb 17, 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!

Tue, Feb 17, 10:15am - 11:00am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Come move & groove at the library! Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. A perfect place to shake, shimmy, and smile together!

Tue, Feb 17, 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. This program is for children who are 3-5 years old.

Registration opens Tuesday, February 10 2026 at 9:00am

Tue, Feb 17, 10:30am - 11:00am

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

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

Orientation - MakerBot - Innovation Studio Classes

Tue, Feb 17, 10:30am - 11:00am

Indian River Library - Main Area

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

Tue, Feb 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined

Learn how to use a MakerBot Sketch 3D printer.

Celebrate with a Movie - Black History Month

Tue, Feb 17, 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. This program is for children who are 3-5 years old.

Registration opens Tuesday, February 10 2026 at 9:00am

Tue, Feb 17, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room

Ready up for "Creed II," an uplifting drama about Apollo Creed's son as he faces his biggest opponent in the boxing ring while learning the value of family.

River Readers Book Club

Tue, Feb 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Indian River Library - Conference Room

Explore a wide variety of books and share enthusiastic discussion. Come together to chat, connect, and enjoy great reads.

Homeschool Adventures - Chinese New Year Crafts

Tue, Feb 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Calling all Homeschoolers! Come learn about Chinese New Year and celebrate the Year of the Horse by creating some fun crafts.

Activity Afternoon - Stained Glass Magic (Tissue Paper Edition)

Tue, Feb 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room

Brighten up your windows and your day with this fun, hands-on craft! Using tissue paper, we will design colorful suncatchers that glow beautifully in the sunlight. All materials will be provided!

Tue, Feb 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

During this 6-week program, kids will develop acting skills and learn blocking as they rehearse for a short play to be performed for friends and family on the last class of the session.

This event is full

Tue, Feb 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.

This event is full

Tue, Feb 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.

This event is full

African American Sewcial Threaders Quilt Guild - Black History Month

Wed, Feb 18, All day

Central Library

Wed, Feb 18, All day

Central Library - Art Wall

Celebrate 100 years of Black History in 100 quilts. The quilts will be on display throughout the library all month. This year’s theme is “Black Resilience: The Underground Railroad and Beyond”.

Wed, Feb 18, 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. This program is for ages 1-2 years old.

Registration opens Wednesday, February 11 2026 at 12:00am

Wed, Feb 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.

Wed, Feb 18, 10:00am - 7:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor

Unleash your next literary adventure or cinematic thrill at our monthly book sale! Browse a diverse collection of books, audiobooks, and DVDs, all at incredible prices.

Wed, Feb 18, 10:15am - 11:00am

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, Feb 18, 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, Feb 18, 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. This program is for ages 1-2 years old.

Registration opens Wednesday, February 11 2026 at 12:00am

Wed, Feb 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.

Wed, Feb 18, 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.

Math and Reading Help - Students Kindergarten - 1st grade

Wed, Feb 18, 10:30am - 3:00pm

Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room

Lunch tastes better with a movie—or two! Pack your meal and join us at the library for a weekly double feature full of big moments, memorable scenes, and cinematic fun.

Wed, Feb 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

Have fun while working on math and reading! We will reinforce kindergarten and first grade math and reading skills.

Environmental Explorers - Sprouting Towards Spring

Wed, Feb 18, 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.

Wed, Feb 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Ready for spring? Join us to learn about seeds and plants in preparation for spring gardening. You'll even make a mini greenhouse to start growing your own seeds!

Novel Ladies Book Club

Wed, Feb 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

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!

African American Sewcial Threaders Quilt Guild - Black History Month

Thu, Feb 19, All day

Central Library

Thu, Feb 19, All day

Central Library - Art Wall

Celebrate 100 years of Black History in 100 quilts. The quilts will be on display throughout the library all month. This year’s theme is “Black Resilience: The Underground Railroad and Beyond”.

Thu, Feb 19, 10:00am - 7:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor

Unleash your next literary adventure or cinematic thrill at our monthly book sale! Browse a diverse collection of books, audiobooks, and DVDs, all at incredible prices.

Thu, Feb 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Indian River Library - Meeting Room

Come out and enjoy a family-friendly movie with friends! Movies will be either G or PG.

Thu, Feb 19, 10:15am - 11:15am

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

Begin your little one's lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing and play along to stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun!

Thu, Feb 19, 10:15am - 11:00am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Come move & groove at the library! Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. A perfect place to shake, shimmy, and smile together!

Afternoon Steam Adventure - Math Art

Thu, Feb 19, 10:15am - 11:00am

Major Hillard Library - Activity Room

Come move & groove at the library! Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. A perfect way to shake, shimmy, and smile together!

Thu, Feb 19, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Major Hillard Library - Activity Room

Drop into the Children's room for hands on learning. Math can be art! Did you know that numbers can be expressed in beautiful art? This program is best for elementary aged children.

Lego Club

Thu, Feb 19, 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.

Thu, Feb 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.

This event is full

Chesapeake Stories and African-American Heritage Trail - Black History Month

Thu, Feb 19, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.

This event is full

Thu, Feb 19, 5:30pm - 6:20pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Step into the past with Arts for Learning Virginia’s Sheila Arnold and meet the real people who helped shape Chesapeake’s history—heroes, dreamers, and trailblazers whose stories still inspire today!

Yadas Virtual Book Club - The View From Lake Como by Adriana Trigiani

Thu, Feb 19, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Russell Memorial Library - Online Event Room 2

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

African American Sewcial Threaders Quilt Guild - Black History Month

Fri, Feb 20, All day

Central Library

Fri, Feb 20, All day

Central Library - Art Wall

Celebrate 100 years of Black History in 100 quilts. The quilts will be on display throughout the library all month. This year’s theme is “Black Resilience: The Underground Railroad and Beyond”.

Friday Morning Movie - The Princess and the Frog (2009)

Fri, Feb 20, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Start your morning by hopping into a bayou fairytale! Cozy up and let the magic begin. This is a family-friendly event. Outside refreshments welcome. It is rated PG and has a runtime of 97 minutes.

Fri, Feb 20, 10:00am - 5:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor

Unleash your next literary adventure or cinematic thrill at our monthly book sale! Browse a diverse collection of books, audiobooks, and DVDs, all at incredible prices.

Watch Party Friday

Fri, Feb 20, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room

Join us for a magical watch party of The Princess and the Frog! Bring friends, enjoy the music, and relive Tiana’s inspiring journey. This film is rated G.

African American Sewcial Threaders Quilt Guild - Black History Month

Sat, Feb 21, All day

Central Library

Sat, Feb 21, All day

Central Library - Art Wall

Celebrate 100 years of Black History in 100 quilts. The quilts will be on display throughout the library all month. This year’s theme is “Black Resilience: The Underground Railroad and Beyond”.

Newborns in Need

Sat, Feb 21, 10:00am - 1:30pm

Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room

Help create infant clothing by use of knitting, sewing, and crocheting. Learn a new skill while helping newborns in the community. This group meets monthly.

Book Bonanza - Friends of the Library Book Sale

Sat, Feb 21, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Central Library - Large Meeting Room

Stop by to browse from a great selection of books for all ages at this monthly sale. FOL members enjoy early entry at 9:00 a.m. Proceeds benefit library special events and early childhood initiatives.

Certification - Innovation Studio Classes

Sat, Feb 21, 10:00am - 5:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor

Unleash your next literary adventure or cinematic thrill at our monthly book sale! Browse a diverse collection of books, audiobooks, and DVDs, all at incredible prices.

Paws to Read

Sat, Feb 21, 10:30am - 11:30am

Indian River Library - Main Area

Sign up to read to a certified therapy dog. Improve your reading skills and make new canine friends. Please register each child individually.

Sat, Feb 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined

Demonstrate your knowledge of proper use and procedure for one of the creative devices.

This event is full

Family Movie Saturday - Black History Month

Sat, Feb 21, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Central Library

Celebrate Black History Month with a special screening of the 2023 live-action movie, The Little Mermaid. Enjoy a great movie and complimentary refreshments while supplies last!

Weekend Crafternoon - DIY Winter Bird Feeders

Sat, Feb 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Using recycled materials, we will create bird feeders to hang from tree branches. You can use these feeders to attract birds for the Great Backyard Bird Count!

Don't Call it a Book Club

Sat, Feb 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Indian River Library - Meeting Room

Grab your favorite binge, playlist, or podcast! This club is all about swapping takes on shows, songs, and stories we love.

African American Sewcial Threaders Quilt Guild - Black History Month

Sun, Feb 22, All day

Central Library

Sun, Feb 22, All day

Central Library - Art Wall

Celebrate 100 years of Black History in 100 quilts. The quilts will be on display throughout the library all month. This year’s theme is “Black Resilience: The Underground Railroad and Beyond”.

Russell Reels - Ever After (1998)

Sun, Feb 22, 1:00pm - 5:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor

Unleash your next literary adventure or cinematic thrill at our monthly book sale! Browse a diverse collection of books, audiobooks, and DVDs, all at incredible prices.

Sun, Feb 22, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room

Russell Reels brings the community together for fun and entertaining movie screenings at the library—complete with snacks and surprises. Join us for the show! Ever After is rated PG-13.

Certification - Innovation Studio Classes

Sun, Feb 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined

Demonstrate your knowledge of proper use and procedure for one of the creative devices.

Stitch Studio: Constellations Embroidery

Sun, Feb 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Stitch the stars! Grades 6-12 will learn embroidery techniques and create celestial designs inspired by the night sky. Blend astronomy and fiber art in this hands-on class. Registration is required.

Mon, Feb 23, All day

Greenbrier Library - Youth Services

Complete a make and take craft! They are available in the Children's room while supplies last.

Mon, Feb 23, All day

Russell Memorial Library - Youth Services

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

Crafty Monday

Mon, Feb 23, All day

Central Library - Youth Services

Looking for a fun craft? Stop by the children's room anytime on Mondays to participate in our weekly craft. Crafts are available all day, while supplies last.

African American Sewcial Threaders Quilt Guild - Black History Month

Mon, Feb 23, All day

Central Library

Mon, Feb 23, All day

Central Library - Art Wall

Celebrate 100 years of Black History in 100 quilts. The quilts will be on display throughout the library all month. This year’s theme is “Black Resilience: The Underground Railroad and Beyond”.

Mon, Feb 23, 10:15am - 11:00am

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!

Baby Storytime

Mon, Feb 23, 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. This program is for ages 0-1 year old.

Mon, Feb 23, 11:00am - 2:00pm

Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room

Drop in to our meet-up for differently abled adults to enjoy games, art, activities, and friendship. Socialize and have fun in a relaxed and supportive space. Bring your lunch!

Mon, Feb 23, 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, Feb 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

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, Feb 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.

This event is full

Mon, Feb 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Central Library - Preservation Studio 1,Preservation Studio 2

Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Preservation Studio equipment. Please only sign up for one session. After learning the equipment, customers can reserve the room.

Art for Fun Sake

Mon, Feb 23, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined

Learn about art history and make a craft! This lesson explores Pable Picasso and Cubism. Art supplies are provided and registration is required.

Read, Create, & Celebrate: Walter Wick

Mon, Feb 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.

This event is full

Teen Night: Manga Meetup

Mon, Feb 23, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Calling all manga lovers! Embark on a main quest to discover new titles, swap recommendations, and meet other teens. From epic battles to quiet moments, there is something for everyone.

Tue, Feb 24, All day

Greenbrier Library - Youth Services

I spy...a fun birthday celebration for beloved children's author, Walter Wick! Enjoy themed crafts and browse a book display. Keep an eye out for hidden objects in the youth room.

African American Sewcial Threaders Quilt Guild - Black History Month

Tue, Feb 24, All day

Central Library

Tue, Feb 24, All day

Central Library - Art Wall

Celebrate 100 years of Black History in 100 quilts. The quilts will be on display throughout the library all month. This year’s theme is “Black Resilience: The Underground Railroad and Beyond”.

Tue, Feb 24, 9:30am - 10:00am

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

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

Tue, Feb 24, 10:00am - 11:00am

Central Library - Preservation Studio 1,Preservation Studio 2

Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Preservation Studio equipment. Please only sign up for one session. After learning the equipment, customers can reserve the room.

Tue, Feb 24, 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!

Tue, Feb 24, 10:15am - 11:00am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Come move & groove at the library! Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. A perfect place to shake, shimmy, and smile together!

Tue, Feb 24, 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. This program is for children who are 3-5 years old.

Registration opens Tuesday, February 17 2026 at 9:00am

Tue, Feb 24, 10:30am - 11:00am

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

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

Tue, Feb 24, 10:30am - 11:00am

Indian River Library - Main Area

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

Homeschool Adventures - Math in Art

Tue, Feb 24, 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. This program is for children who are 3-5 years old.

Registration opens Tuesday, February 17 2026 at 9:00am

Tue, Feb 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Calling all Homeschoolers! Join us for an exploration of math in art and create your own works of art using geometry, symmetry, and equations.

Heart Healthy Food Demonstration - Black History Month

Tue, Feb 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Major Hillard Library

Watch a cooking demonstration and sample a heart-healthy, traditional Southern meal prepared by Teresa Licato from Healthy Chesapeake.

This event is full

Orientation - Cricut - Innovation Studio Classes

Tue, Feb 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined

Learn how to use a Cricut cutting machine.

This event is full

Tue, Feb 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

During this 6-week program, kids will develop acting skills and learn blocking as they rehearse for a short play to be performed for friends and family on the last class of the session.

This event is full

Tue, Feb 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.

This event is full

Pokémon Party: 30th Anniversary

Tue, Feb 24, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.

This event is full

Tue, Feb 24, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Greenbrier Library - Open Area

Calling all Trainers! Celebrate the 30th anniversary of Pokémon at Greenbrier Library! Battle with Pokémon cards, meet fellow fans, and enjoy themed crafts. Gotta catch some fun!

African American Sewcial Threaders Quilt Guild - Black History Month

Wed, Feb 25, All day

Central Library

Wed, Feb 25, All day

Central Library - Art Wall

Celebrate 100 years of Black History in 100 quilts. The quilts will be on display throughout the library all month. This year’s theme is “Black Resilience: The Underground Railroad and Beyond”.

Wed, Feb 25, 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. This program is for ages 1-2 years old.

Registration opens Wednesday, February 18 2026 at 12:00am

Wed, Feb 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.

Wed, Feb 25, 10:15am - 11:00am

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, Feb 25, 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, Feb 25, 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. This program is for ages 1-2 years old.

Registration opens Wednesday, February 18 2026 at 12:00am

Wed, Feb 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.

Wed, Feb 25, 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.

Math and Reading Help - Students Kindergarten - 1st grade

Wed, Feb 25, 10:30am - 3:00pm

Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room

Lunch tastes better with a movie—or two! Pack your meal and join us at the library for a weekly double feature full of big moments, memorable scenes, and cinematic fun.

Wed, Feb 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

Have fun while working on math and reading! We will reinforce kindergarten and first grade math and reading skills.

Homeschool Hour - Story and Craft Time

Wed, Feb 25, 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.

Wed, Feb 25, 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.

Tween Scene: KPop Demon Hunters

Wed, Feb 25, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Calling all tweens! Glam up like a K-pop rockstar, make a Huntrix Light Stick to battle in an epic challenge, and create a masterpiece of their favorite K-pop icons!

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

Wed, Feb 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Central Library - Activity Room

Explore the world of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, & Math through hands-on experiments and activities. Registration is required. This program is for grades 1-5.

Registration opens Wednesday, February 18 2026 at 9:00am

LEGO Club

Wed, Feb 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Build big things - small! Think big in a small way by making tiny models of things that are big in real life. Can you use just a few LEGO pieces to make a tiny bus or fire truck?

Black History Bingo - Black History Month

Wed, Feb 25, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room

Play bingo with friends and learn fun facts about the rich cultural heritage and contributions of great African Americans, both past and present.

African American Sewcial Threaders Quilt Guild - Black History Month

Thu, Feb 26, All day

Central Library

Thu, Feb 26, All day

Central Library - Art Wall

Celebrate 100 years of Black History in 100 quilts. The quilts will be on display throughout the library all month. This year’s theme is “Black Resilience: The Underground Railroad and Beyond”.

Thu, Feb 26, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Indian River Library - Meeting Room

Come out and enjoy a family-friendly movie with friends! Movies will be either G or PG.

Thu, Feb 26, 10:15am - 11:15am

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

Begin your little one's lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing and play along to stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun!

Thu, Feb 26, 10:15am - 11:00am

Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room

Come move & groove at the library! Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. A perfect way to shake, shimmy, and smile together!

Preschool STEAM

Thu, Feb 26, 10:15am - 11:00am

Central Library - Activity Room

Explore the world of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math through hands-on experiments and activities. Registration is required. This program is for ages 3-5.

Registration opens Thursday, February 19 2026 at 9:00am

STEAM Series - littleBits

Thu, Feb 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.

This event is full

Thu, Feb 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Want to create an invention that does something? Come learn about simple circuits by exploring with littleBits. Use the Engineering Design Process and electronic Bits to build something fun!

Dungeons & Dragons Workshop

Thu, Feb 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.

This event is full

Thu, Feb 26, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Major Hillard Library - Activity Room

Dive into this week's workshop on the basic understanding of the Player's Handbook and rules!

African American Sewcial Threaders Quilt Guild - Black History Month

Fri, Feb 27, All day

Central Library

Fri, Feb 27, All day

Central Library - Art Wall

Celebrate 100 years of Black History in 100 quilts. The quilts will be on display throughout the library all month. This year’s theme is “Black Resilience: The Underground Railroad and Beyond”.

Certification - Innovation Studio Classes

Fri, Feb 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined

Demonstrate your knowledge of proper use and procedure for one of the creative devices.

This event is full

African American Sewcial Threaders Quilt Guild - Black History Month

Sat, Feb 28, All day

Central Library

Sat, Feb 28, All day

Central Library - Art Wall

Celebrate 100 years of Black History in 100 quilts. The quilts will be on display throughout the library all month. This year’s theme is “Black Resilience: The Underground Railroad and Beyond”.

Black History Family Game Day - Black History Month

Sat, Feb 28, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Central Library

Play classic games or a Black history trivia game for some family-friendly competition. Family, friends, or solo - everyone is welcome! Participant prizes will be given, so come join in the fun!

Maker Meet Up - Innovation Studio Classes

Sat, Feb 28, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined

Connect with fellow makers to talk tools, tips, and creative ideas for using the library’s Innovation Studio equipment.

Women Through "Her"story - Women's History Month

Sun, Mar 01, All day

Russell Memorial Library - Youth Services

Share with us the women who help you bloom and add their name to our Women's History Month celebration garden! We'll also have unique weekly crafts available every day this month while supplies last.

Little Astronauts: Galaxy Science Lab

Sun, Mar 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Zoom into outer space! Enjoy an afternoon exploring the galaxy with hands-on STEAM activities. Create calming sensory bottles inspired by stars, planets, and the Milky Way.

Mon, Mar 02, All day

Greenbrier Library - Youth Services

Complete a make and take craft! They are available in the Children's room while supplies last.

Mon, Mar 02, All day

Russell Memorial Library - Youth Services

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

Mon, Mar 02, 10:15am - 11:00am

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!

Mon, Mar 02, 11:00am - 2:00pm

Major Hillard Library - Conference Room,Meeting Room

Drop in to our meet-up for differently abled adults to enjoy games, art, activities, and friendship. Socialize and have fun in a relaxed and supportive space. Bring your lunch!

Mon, Mar 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

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 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.

This event is full

Mon, Mar 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Central Library - Preservation Studio 1,Preservation Studio 2

Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Preservation Studio equipment. Please only sign up for one session. After learning the equipment, customers can reserve the room.

Mon, Mar 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.

This event is full

Tue, Mar 03, 9:30am - 10:00am

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

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

Tue, Mar 03, 10:00am - 11:00am

Central Library - Preservation Studio 1,Preservation Studio 2

Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Preservation Studio equipment. Please only sign up for one session. After learning the equipment, customers can reserve the room.

Tue, Mar 03, 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!

Tue, Mar 03, 10:15am - 11:00am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Come move & groove at the library! Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. A perfect place to shake, shimmy, and smile together!

Tue, Mar 03, 10:30am - 11:00am

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

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

Activity Afternoon - Sand Candles

Tue, Mar 03, 10:30am - 11:00am

Indian River Library - Main Area

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 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room

Join us for a fun and creative Candle Sand Kit program at the library! Use wax beads to create your own unique candle design.

Tue, Mar 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

During this 6-week program, kids will develop acting skills and learn blocking as they rehearse for a short play to be performed for friends and family on the last class of the session.

This event is full

Tue, Mar 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.

This event is full

Read, Create, & Celebrate: Dav Pilkey

Tue, Mar 03, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.

This event is full

Wed, Mar 04, All day

Greenbrier Library - Youth Services

Bark! Flip! Whoosh! Celebrate Dav Pilkey's birthday with laugh-out-loud Dog Man and Captain Underpants fun. Make crafts so funny they might make you laugh-snort and go kapow!

Wed, Mar 04, 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 04, 10:15am - 11:00am

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 04, 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 04, 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.

Math and Reading Help - Students Kindergarten - 1st grade

Wed, Mar 04, 10:30am - 3:00pm

Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room

Lunch tastes better with a movie—or two! Pack your meal and join us at the library for a weekly double feature full of big moments, memorable scenes, and cinematic fun.

Wed, Mar 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

Have fun while working on math and reading! We will reinforce kindergarten and first grade math and reading skills.

Pet Therapy

Wed, Mar 04, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Indian River Library - Main Area

Relax with some furry friends!

Thu, Mar 05, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Indian River Library - Meeting Room

Come out and enjoy a family-friendly movie with friends! Movies will be either G or PG.

Thu, Mar 05, 10:15am - 11:15am

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

Begin your little one's lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing and play along to stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun!

Thu, Mar 05, 10:15am - 11:00am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Come move & groove at the library! Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. A perfect place to shake, shimmy, and smile together!

Money Matters: Financial Education Classes - Financial Education Classes with Navy Federal Credit Union

Thu, Mar 05, 10:15am - 11:00am

Major Hillard Library - Activity Room

Come move & groove at the library! Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. A perfect way to shake, shimmy, and smile together!

Lego Club

Thu, Mar 05, 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.

Sat, Mar 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room

Russell Memorial Library is partnering with Navy Federal Credit Union to bring you a financial education class series.

Weekend Crafternoon - Pressed Flowers Bookmark

Sat, Mar 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room

Join us for a creative workshop where you’ll make your own beautiful, pressed flower bookmarks! In this program, you’ll create one-of-a-kind bookmarks that are perfect for saving your place.

Trailblazers Book Club - Women's History Month

Sat, Mar 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Big stories start with brave people! Discover books about women who changed the world and share your favorites with friends. Grab a pen and create a story starring you. For families.

Women Through "Her"story - Women's History Month

Sun, Mar 08, All day

Russell Memorial Library - Youth Services

Share with us the women who help you bloom and add their name to our Women's History Month celebration garden! We'll also have unique weekly crafts available every day this month while supplies last.

Bunco

Sun, Mar 08, 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.

Fresh Food Series - Sponsored by Virginia Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners

Sun, Mar 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room

Learn about a new edible plant each month!

Mon, Mar 09, All day

Greenbrier Library - Youth Services

Complete a make and take craft! They are available in the Children's room while supplies last.

Mon, Mar 09, All day

Russell Memorial Library - Youth Services

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

Busy Babies

Mon, Mar 09, 10:00am - 11:00am

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Places to go, people to see! Babies are busy bees! Join us for an open sensory play time where your baby can explore and learn.

Mon, Mar 09, 10:15am - 11:00am

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!

Mon, Mar 09, 11:00am - 2:00pm

Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room

Drop in to our meet-up for differently abled adults to enjoy games, art, activities, and friendship. Socialize and have fun in a relaxed and supportive space. Bring your lunch!

Legal Aid Drop-Ins

Mon, Mar 09, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor

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

Mon, Mar 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

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.

Teen Night: Painted Perspectives: Women Who Inspire - Women's History Month

Mon, Mar 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Central Library - Preservation Studio 1,Preservation Studio 2

Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Preservation Studio equipment. Please only sign up for one session. After learning the equipment, customers can reserve the room.

Mon, Mar 09, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Every brushstroke tells a story! Teens will create colorful art inspired by powerful women from history. Create, reflect, and paint what inspires you.

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

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

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

Red Cross Blood Drive

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

Central Library - Preservation Studio 1,Preservation Studio 2

Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Preservation Studio equipment. Please only sign up for one session. After learning the equipment, customers can reserve the room.

Tue, Mar 10, 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!

Tue, Mar 10, 10:15am - 11:00am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Come move & groove at the library! Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. A perfect place to shake, shimmy, and smile together!

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

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

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

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

Indian River Library - Main Area

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 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.

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