Introduction to Smartphones

Sat, Jan 25, 9:00am - 5:00pm

Greenbrier Library - Art Wall

Ms. Thomas is a lifelong painter of nature, sunsets, and beach scenes. Come view her latest work at Greenbrier Library!

Tarn Workshop

Sat, Jan 25, 11:00am - 1:00pm

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

Transform old t-shirts into yarn—"Tarn"—and start a fun project at the library! Bring a size M or N crochet hook if you have one or borrow one of ours. All other materials will be provided!

Sun, Jan 26, 1:00pm - 5:00pm

Greenbrier Library - Art Wall

Ms. Thomas is a lifelong painter of nature, sunsets, and beach scenes. Come view her latest work at Greenbrier Library!

Sun, Jan 26, 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, Jan 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Central Library - Small Meeting Room

Quilting Club. All are welcome.

Mon, Jan 27, All day

Chesapeake CARES Center

Complete a make-and-take craft each week. Available while supplies last.

Activity Time for Adults with Diverse Abilities

Mon, Jan 27, 9:00am - 7:00pm

Greenbrier Library - Art Wall

Ms. Thomas is a lifelong painter of nature, sunsets, and beach scenes. Come view her latest work at Greenbrier Library!

Mon, Jan 27, 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, Jan 27, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Chesapeake CARES Center

Do you love the Dog Man graphic novel series? Pick up supplies at the Chesapeake Cares Center to make a Dog Man headband you can bring home. Available while supplies last.

Mon, Jan 27, 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

Mon, Jan 27, 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, Jan 27, 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, Jan 27, 10:30am - 11:30am

Indian River Library - Main Area

Preschool families are invited to join us each Monday at the library for a weekly drop-in arts and crafts program. No registration needed—just come and create!

Mon, Jan 27, 10:30am - 11:00am

Chesapeake CARES Center

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

Mon, Jan 27, 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, Jan 27, 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, Jan 27, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 3

Schedule your Sewing, Cricut or Media Lab's one-on-one orientation in Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library's Creative Spaces.

Mon, Jan 27, 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, Jan 27, 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.

Mon, Jan 27, 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, Jan 27, 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, Jan 28, 9:00am - 7:00pm

Greenbrier Library - Art Wall

Ms. Thomas is a lifelong painter of nature, sunsets, and beach scenes. Come view her latest work at Greenbrier Library!

Tue, Jan 28, 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, Jan 28, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Chesapeake CARES Center

Do you love the Dog Man graphic novel series? Pick up supplies at the Chesapeake Cares Center to make a Dog Man headband you can bring home. Available while supplies last.

Tue, Jan 28, 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, Jan 28, 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, Jan 28, 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

Rescheduled

Tue, Jan 28, 11:00am - 1:00pm

New date Tuesday, January 28, 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, Jan 28, 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.

Plant Clinic - Sponsored by Virginia Cooperative Extension

Tue, Jan 28, 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

Tue, Jan 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library

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.

Introducing the Innovation Studio - Indian River Library's new program space and equipment

Tue, Jan 28, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Indian River Library - Activity Room

Come to see what all the excitement is about. You will be able to preview the equipment that will help you become a do-it-yourselfer. Let our staff demonstrate 3D printing and laser cutting devices.

Learn Microsoft Word Basics

Tue, Jan 28, 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.

Tue, Jan 28, 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, Jan 29, 9:00am - 7:00pm

Greenbrier Library - Art Wall

Ms. Thomas is a lifelong painter of nature, sunsets, and beach scenes. Come view her latest work at Greenbrier Library!

Wed, Jan 29, 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

Red Cross Blood Drive

Wed, Jan 29, 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.

Wed, Jan 29, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Chesapeake CARES Center

Do you love the Dog Man graphic novel series? Pick up supplies at the Chesapeake Cares Center to make a Dog Man headband you can bring home. Available while supplies last.

Wed, Jan 29, 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, Jan 29, 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, Jan 29, 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, Jan 29, 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.

1000 Flower Art Project - Presented by National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)

Wed, Jan 29, 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, Jan 29, 11:00am - 2:00pm

Central Library - First Floor

Drop in to create origami flowers with messages addressing mental illness, its impact, and recovery.

Homeschool Hour - Ezra Jack Keats Storytime and Art

Wed, Jan 29, 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, Jan 29, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Come read The Snowy Day and Goggles! by Ezra Jack Keats and create collage art inspired by the art in the book. Ages 6-10.

Wed, Jan 29, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 3

Schedule your Sewing, Cricut or Media Lab's one-on-one orientation in Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library's Creative Spaces.

This event is full

Wed, Jan 29, 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.

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

Wed, Jan 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Central Library - Activity Room

Explore the world of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, & Math through hands-on experiments and activities. Registration Required. Please register each child individually. Grade: Elementary School

Wed, Jan 29, 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.

Thu, Jan 30, 9:00am - 7:00pm

Greenbrier Library - Art Wall

Ms. Thomas is a lifelong painter of nature, sunsets, and beach scenes. Come view her latest work at Greenbrier Library!

Thu, Jan 30, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Chesapeake CARES Center

Do you love the Dog Man graphic novel series? Pick up supplies at the Chesapeake Cares Center to make a Dog Man headband you can bring home. Available while supplies last.

Thu, Jan 30, 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, Jan 30, 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.

Introducing the Innovation Studio - Indian River Library's new program space and equipment

Thu, Jan 30, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library

Schedule your Sewing, Cricut or Media Lab's one-on-one orientation in Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library's Creative Spaces.

This event is full

Thu, Jan 30, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Indian River Library - Activity Room

Come to see what all the excitement is about. You will be able to preview the equipment that will help you become a do-it-yourselfer. Let our staff demonstrate 3D printing and laser cutting devices.

Fri, Jan 31, 9:00am - 5:00pm

Greenbrier Library - Art Wall

Ms. Thomas is a lifelong painter of nature, sunsets, and beach scenes. Come view her latest work at Greenbrier Library!

Black History Month's Artist Display: Julian Haskins

Fri, Jan 31, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Chesapeake CARES Center

Do you love the Dog Man graphic novel series? Pick up supplies at the Chesapeake Cares Center to make a Dog Man headband you can bring home. Available while supplies last.

Bilingual Storytime

Fri, Jan 31, 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 welcomed. No registration required.

Sat, Feb 01, 10:00am - 5:00pm

Major Hillard Library - Open Area

Visit the art display created by Julian Haskins, a self-taught artist born in Chesapeake, VA. His art will be displayed for the month of February at Major Hillard Library.

Gee's Bend Freedom Quilting Bee - Black History Month

Sat, Feb 01, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Chesapeake CARES Center

Do you love the Dog Man graphic novel series? Pick up supplies at the Chesapeake Cares Center to make a Dog Man headband you can bring home. Available while supplies last.

Sat, Feb 01, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library

Join us for a two-weekend series to discover the history and quilting style of the Gee’s Bend women.

Celebrate Black History Month with a Movie

Sat, Feb 01, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room

Join us for an inspiring afternoon as we celebrate Black History Month with a special movie screening. Snacks will be provided.

Free Math Clinic

Sun, Feb 02, 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.

Pullman Porters: Riding the Rails from Servitude to Valor - Black History Month

Sun, Feb 02, 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, Feb 02, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room

ODU Asst. Prof. Marvin T. Chiles explains the path ex- slaves took to become pullman porters, unionize, and gain middle class status. A documentary film on the porters will follow the talk. Free.

Black History Month's Artist Display: Julian Haskins

Mon, Feb 03, All day

Chesapeake CARES Center

Complete a make-and-take craft each week. Available while supplies last.

Mon, Feb 03, 10:00am - 5:00pm

Major Hillard Library

Visit the art display created by Julian Haskins, a self-taught artist born in Chesapeake, VA. His art will be displayed for the month of February at Major Hillard Library.

Mon, Feb 03, 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

Mon, Feb 03, 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, Feb 03, 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, January 27 2025 at 9:00am

Mon, Feb 03, 10:30am - 11:30am

Indian River Library - Main Area

Preschool families are invited to join us each Monday at the library for a weekly drop-in arts and crafts program. No registration needed—just come and create!

Mon, Feb 03, 10:30am - 11:00am

Chesapeake CARES Center

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 03, 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, Feb 03, 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.

Introduction to Smartphones

Mon, Feb 03, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 3

Schedule your Sewing, Cricut or Media Lab's one-on-one orientation in Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library's Creative Spaces.

This event is full

Books & Hooks

Mon, Feb 03, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

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

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, Feb 03, 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.

Follow Your Art

Mon, Feb 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Central Library - Activity Room

Partake in a monthly creative and fun art class. Journey into anything and everything art – painting, stamping, printmaking, and more. Registration Required. Ages: 5-11

Registration opens Monday, January 27 2025 at 9:00am

Mon, Feb 03, 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, Feb 03, 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.

Black History Month's Artist Display: Julian Haskins

Mon, Feb 03, 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.

Red Cross Blood Drive

Tue, Feb 04, 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, Feb 04, 10:00am - 5:00pm

Major Hillard Library

Visit the art display created by Julian Haskins, a self-taught artist born in Chesapeake, VA. His art will be displayed for the month of February at Major Hillard Library.

Tue, Feb 04, 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, Feb 04, 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, Feb 04, 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, Feb 04, 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, January 28 2025 at 9:00am

Tue, Feb 04, 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, February 25 2025 at 9:00am

STEAM Time

Tue, Feb 04, 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, Feb 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - Youth Services

Craft your way to victory! Create your best sports-themed piece of art and display your work at the Battle of the Books finale. Win the competition and take home an exciting prize!

Tue, Feb 04, 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.

Black History Month's Artist Display: Julian Haskins

Wed, Feb 05, 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, January 29 2025 at 9:00am

Wed, Feb 05, 10:00am - 5:00pm

Major Hillard Library

Visit the art display created by Julian Haskins, a self-taught artist born in Chesapeake, VA. His art will be displayed for the month of February at Major Hillard Library.

Wed, Feb 05, 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, Feb 05, 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 05, 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, January 29 2025 at 9:00am

Wed, Feb 05, 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, Feb 05, 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.

Wed, Feb 05, 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, January 29 2025 at 9:00am

Wed, Feb 05, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 3

Schedule your Sewing, Cricut or Media Lab's one-on-one orientation in Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library's Creative Spaces.

This event is full

Wed, Feb 05, 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.

Black History Month's Artist Display: Julian Haskins

Wed, Feb 05, 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.

Thu, Feb 06, 10:00am - 5:00pm

Major Hillard Library

Visit the art display created by Julian Haskins, a self-taught artist born in Chesapeake, VA. His art will be displayed for the month of February at Major Hillard Library.

Thu, Feb 06, 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, Feb 06, 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.

Black History Month's Artist Display: Julian Haskins

Thu, Feb 06, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library

Schedule your Sewing, Cricut or Media Lab's one-on-one orientation in Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library's Creative Spaces.

Lego Club

Thu, Feb 06, 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.

LEGO Club

Thu, Feb 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Central Library - Small Meeting Room

Bring your imaginations for Lego building fun! We provide the materials; you provide the creativity! Please register each child individually. Grade: Elementary School

Registration opens Thursday, January 30 2025 at 9:00am

Pokémon Club

Thu, Feb 06, 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.

Essence Book Club

Thu, Feb 06, 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 Across That Bridge by John Lewis

Fri, Feb 07, 10:00am - 5:00pm

Major Hillard Library

Visit the art display created by Julian Haskins, a self-taught artist born in Chesapeake, VA. His art will be displayed for the month of February at Major Hillard Library.

Red Herring Readers - Mystery Book Club

Fri, Feb 07, 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 "We Love to Entertain" by Sarah Strohmeyer.

Black History Month's Artist Display: Julian Haskins

Sat, Feb 08, 10:00am - 5:00pm

Major Hillard Library

Visit the art display created by Julian Haskins, a self-taught artist born in Chesapeake, VA. His art will be displayed for the month of February at Major Hillard Library.

Yoga, Breathing, Meditation, and Mindfulness - Black History Month

Sat, Feb 08, 10:00am - 11:00am

Central Library - Large Meeting Room

Learn techniques to manage stress and enhance your well-being! This class combines yoga movements with traditional African drumming, breathing, meditation, and mindfulness practices.

Gee's Bend Freedom Quilting Bee - Black History Month

Sat, Feb 08, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library

Join us for a two-weekend series to discover the history and quilting style of the Gee’s Bend women.

DIY Card Making Workshop- Valentines

Sat, Feb 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Major Hillard Library - Conference Room

Make a one-of-a-kind card from the heart! Get together for a fun, meaningful crafting session with supplies and camaraderie provided. All ages and experience levels welcome!

The Sewcial Club - Makerspace

Sat, Feb 08, 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.

Latin Line Dancing - Fitness & Fun

Sun, Feb 09, 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.

Free Math Clinic

Sun, Feb 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Central Library - Conference Room B

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.

Latin Line Dance - Fitness & Fun

Sun, Feb 09, 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.

Cancelled

Sun, Feb 09, 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

Latin Line Dancing - Fitness & Fun

Sun, Feb 09, 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.

Black History Month's Artist Display: Julian Haskins

Mon, Feb 10, All day

Chesapeake CARES Center

Complete a make-and-take craft each week. Available while supplies last.

Mon, Feb 10, 10:00am - 5:00pm

Major Hillard Library

Visit the art display created by Julian Haskins, a self-taught artist born in Chesapeake, VA. His art will be displayed for the month of February at Major Hillard Library.

Activity Time for Adults with Diverse Abilities

Mon, Feb 10, 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, Feb 10, 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

Mon, Feb 10, 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, Feb 10, 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, February 3 2025 at 9:00am

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

Indian River Library - Main Area

Preschool families are invited to join us each Monday at the library for a weekly drop-in arts and crafts program. No registration needed—just come and create!

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

Chesapeake CARES Center

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 10, 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, Feb 10, 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.

Introduction to Smartphones

Mon, Feb 10, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 3

Schedule your Sewing, Cricut or Media Lab's one-on-one orientation in Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library's Creative Spaces.

Mon, Feb 10, 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, Feb 10, 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, Feb 10, 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, Feb 10, 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.

Black History Month's Artist Display: Julian Haskins

Mon, Feb 10, 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, Feb 11, 10:00am - 5:00pm

Major Hillard Library

Visit the art display created by Julian Haskins, a self-taught artist born in Chesapeake, VA. His art will be displayed for the month of February at Major Hillard Library.

Tue, Feb 11, 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, Feb 11, 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, Feb 11, 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, Feb 11, 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, February 4 2025 at 9:00am

Rescheduled

Tue, Feb 11, 11:00am - 1:00pm

New date Tuesday, February 11, 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, Feb 11, 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.

Plant Clinic - Sponsored by Virginia Cooperative Extension

Tue, Feb 11, 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, February 4 2025 at 9:00am

Tue, Feb 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Major Hillard Library - Open Area

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

Learn Microsoft Word Basics

Tue, Feb 11, 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.

Registration opens Tuesday, January 28 2025 at 9:00am

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

South Norfolk Memorial Library - Youth Services

Craft your way to victory! Create your best sports-themed piece of art and display your work at the Battle of the Books finale. Win the competition and take home an exciting prize!

Tue, Feb 11, 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, Feb 12, 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, February 5 2025 at 9:00am

Wed, Feb 12, 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, Feb 12, 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 12, 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, February 5 2025 at 9:00am

Wed, Feb 12, 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, Feb 12, 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.

Wed, Feb 12, 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, February 5 2025 at 9:00am

Wed, Feb 12, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 3

Schedule your Sewing, Cricut or Media Lab's one-on-one orientation in Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library's Creative Spaces.

This event is full

Wed, Feb 12, 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.

Black History Month's Artist Display: Julian Haskins

Wed, Feb 12, 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.

Black History Bingo

Wed, Feb 12, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room

Join us for Black History Bingo and learn fun facts about the rich cultural heritage and contributions of great African Americans, both past and present.

Thu, Feb 13, 10:00am - 5:00pm

Major Hillard Library

Visit the art display created by Julian Haskins, a self-taught artist born in Chesapeake, VA. His art will be displayed for the month of February at Major Hillard Library.

Thu, Feb 13, 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, Feb 13, 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.

Black History Month's Artist Display: Julian Haskins

Thu, Feb 13, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library

Schedule your Sewing, Cricut or Media Lab's one-on-one orientation in Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library's Creative Spaces.

Pokémon Club

Thu, Feb 13, 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.

Fri, Feb 14, 10:00am - 5:00pm

Major Hillard Library

Visit the art display created by Julian Haskins, a self-taught artist born in Chesapeake, VA. His art will be displayed for the month of February at Major Hillard Library.

Bilingual Storytime

Fri, Feb 14, 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 welcomed. No registration required.

My Funny Valentine

Fri, Feb 14, 10:15am - 11:15am

Major Hillard Library - Activity Room

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

Newborns In Need

Sat, Feb 15, 10:00am - 1:30pm

Major Hillard Library - Activity Room

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

Black History Month's Artist Display: Julian Haskins

Sat, Feb 15, 10:00am - 5:00pm

Major Hillard Library

Visit the art display created by Julian Haskins, a self-taught artist born in Chesapeake, VA. His art will be displayed for the month of February at Major Hillard Library.

Book Bonanza - Friends of the Library Book Sale

Sat, Feb 15, 10:30am - 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 9:30 a.m. Proceeds benefit library special events and early childhood initiatives.

Paws to Read

Sat, Feb 15, 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! For ages 5-10. Please register each child individually. Registration opens 1 week before event.

Registration opens Saturday, February 8 2025 at 9:00am

Rescheduled

Telling Our Stories: Black American History Celebration - Black History Month

Sat, Feb 15, 12:00pm - 5:00pm

New date Saturday, February 15, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Indian River Library

Program by Poet Kween Yakini features poetry, storytelling, music, and visuals, exploring the power of storytelling in Black American history.

Black Superhero Showcase - Black History Month

Sat, Feb 15, 12:00pm - 4:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Art Wall,Second Floor

Dive into the world of Black superheroes during this Black History Month celebration and discover the incredible stories and cultural impact of characters from your favorite comics and series!

Celebrate Black History Month with a Movie

Sat, Feb 15, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room

Join us for an inspiring afternoon as we celebrate Black History Month with a special movie screening. Snacks will be provided.

Telling Our Stories: Black American History Celebration - Black History Month

Sat, Feb 15, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Indian River Library - Meeting Room

Program by Poet Kween Yakini features poetry, storytelling, music, and visuals, exploring the power of storytelling in Black American history.

Terrific Terrariums - Virginia Cooperative Extension Service

Sat, Feb 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room

It's easy being green! Use recycled jars and found objects to create amazing miniature worlds. Materials supplied. Free. Registration required.

Black Teachers & Massive Resistance 1956-1973 - Black History Month

Sun, Feb 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room

Author Sandra Mathis, Edd. tells the true untold stories of eight Virginia educators who tackled the challenge of educating Black students during the era of Massive Resistance. Talk and book signing.

West African Drums - Black History Month

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

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Experience and learn about the vibrant rhythms of West African drumming! This session teaches traditional drumming techniques and immerses participants in the rich cultural heritage of West Africa.

Black History Month's Artist Display: Julian Haskins

Sun, Feb 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.

Tue, Feb 18, 10:00am - 5:00pm

Major Hillard Library

Visit the art display created by Julian Haskins, a self-taught artist born in Chesapeake, VA. His art will be displayed for the month of February at Major Hillard Library.

Tue, Feb 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, Feb 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, Feb 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, Feb 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

Registration opens Tuesday, February 11 2025 at 9:00am

Tue, Feb 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

Registration opens Tuesday, February 11 2025 at 9:00am

STEAM Time

Tue, Feb 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.

Deep Creek Reads

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

South Norfolk Memorial Library - Youth Services

Craft your way to victory! Create your best sports-themed piece of art and display your work at the Battle of the Books finale. Win the competition and take home an exciting prize!

Tue, Feb 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, Feb 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, Feb 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, Feb 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, Feb 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.

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

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 3

Schedule your Sewing, Cricut or Media Lab's one-on-one orientation in Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library's Creative Spaces.

This event is full

Wed, Feb 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.

Pre-school STEAM-Ventures

Wed, Feb 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.

Novel Ladies Book Club

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

Major Hillard Library - 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!

Thu, Feb 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.

Black History Month's Artist Display: Julian Haskins

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

Major Hillard Library

Visit the art display created by Julian Haskins, a self-taught artist born in Chesapeake, VA. His art will be displayed for the month of February at Major Hillard Library.

Thu, Feb 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, Feb 20, 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.

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

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library

Schedule your Sewing, Cricut or Media Lab's one-on-one orientation in Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library's Creative Spaces.

Lego Club

Thu, Feb 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.

Black History Month's Artist Display: Julian Haskins

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

Central Library - Activity Room

Craft your way to victory! Create your best sports-themed piece of art and display it at the Battle of the Books finale. Win the competition and take home an exciting prize! Registration required.

Registration opens Thursday, February 13 2025 at 9:00am

Pokémon Club

Thu, Feb 20, 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.

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

Major Hillard Library

Visit the art display created by Julian Haskins, a self-taught artist born in Chesapeake, VA. His art will be displayed for the month of February at Major Hillard Library.

Quilty Kindness

Fri, Feb 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Central Library - Small Meeting Room

Quilting Club. All are welcome.

Black History Month's Artist Display: Julian Haskins

Sat, Feb 22, 10:00am - 5:00pm

Major Hillard Library

Visit the art display created by Julian Haskins, a self-taught artist born in Chesapeake, VA. His art will be displayed for the month of February at Major Hillard Library.

Julius Ruffin: A Journey to Justice - Black History Month

Sat, Feb 22, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room

Join us for a profound and moving presentation from Julius Ruffin, a man who was wrongfully convicted, spent two decades in prison, and was freed by DNA evidence.

African Americans & Labor: A Poetic, Musical Odyssey - Black History Month

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

South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room

Spoken word performer Synnika Lofton, drummer Greg Lee, and the Silk & Honey Band bring to light the journey of the African American Labor Movement through poetry and music. Free.

Sun, Feb 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.

Quilty Kindness

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

Central Library - Small Meeting Room

Quilting Club. All are welcome.

Black History Month's Artist Display: Julian Haskins

Mon, Feb 24, All day

Chesapeake CARES Center

Complete a make-and-take craft each week. Available while supplies last.

Mon, Feb 24, 10:00am - 5:00pm

Major Hillard Library

Visit the art display created by Julian Haskins, a self-taught artist born in Chesapeake, VA. His art will be displayed for the month of February at Major Hillard Library.

Activity Time for Adults with Diverse Abilities

Mon, Feb 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, Feb 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

Mon, Feb 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.

Mon, Feb 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, February 17 2025 at 9:00am

Mon, Feb 24, 10:30am - 11:30am

Indian River Library - Main Area

Preschool families are invited to join us each Monday at the library for a weekly drop-in arts and crafts program. No registration needed—just come and create!

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

Chesapeake CARES Center

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 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, Feb 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.

Introduction to Smartphones

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

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 3

Schedule your Sewing, Cricut or Media Lab's one-on-one orientation in Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library's Creative Spaces.

Mon, Feb 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.

Heart Healthy Food Demonstration

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

Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room

Please join us for a Black History Month healthy cooking demonstration. Thanks to Teresa Licato from Healthy Chesapeake for demonstrating a heart-heathy, traditional Southern meal.

Mon, Feb 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, Feb 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.