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Craft Corner
2024-09-30 10:30:00 2024-09-30 11:00:00 America/New_York Craft Corner 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! Indian River Library - Main Area

Monday, September 30
10:30am - 11:00am

Add to Calendar 2024-09-30 10:30:00 2024-09-30 11:00:00 America/New_York Craft Corner 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! 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!

AGE GROUP: | Preschool |

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Indian River Library
Phone: (757) 382-1900
Hours

Indian River Library

Mon, Sep 30 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Oct 01 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Oct 02 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Oct 03 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Oct 04 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Oct 05 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Oct 06 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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Upcoming events

Monster Fest - Monster Fest
Sat, Oct 05, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Central Library - Divided Large Meeting Room 1,Divided Large Meeting Room 2,First Floor,Small Meeting Room,Open Area
Celebrate 20 years of this event! It features films and books of the horror genre and provides an opportunity for creative cosplay for fans of all things horror related.
Intro To 3D Printing - Makerspace
Sat, Oct 05, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - The Gallery
Learn about 3D printing and how to use the 3D printers. Make everything from fun figurines, replacement parts, to prototypes for design and engineering! A valid library card is required.
What's the State of Your Estate? - Let's Get Uncomfortable: End-of-Life Conversations
Sat, Oct 05, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
You don't need to be wealthy to have an estate plan. Learn the benefits of making financial plans now to protect and provide for your family's future. Free and open to all.
The Sewcial Club - Makerspace
Sat, Oct 05, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1
Sewist of all levels. Bring your own projects or work on fun beginner projects. Creative Spaces Sewing Orientation is required.
Registration is now closed
World Card Making Day
Sat, Oct 05, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Open Area
Share the joy of creating homemade cards with us! No skill required. Supplies are provided. Bring your family!
Advanced Directives: Who Speaks for You if You Can't? - Let's Get Uncomfortable: End-of-Life Conversations
Sun, Oct 06, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
What happens after a bad medical diagnosis? Would you worry, or make your medical wishes known? Learn what you can do now to avoid unwanted treatment and have things done your way.
Memory Lab - Orientation Session
Sun, Oct 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Memory Lab
Sign up for a one-on-one 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.
This event is full
Free Math Clinic
Sun, Oct 06, 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.
Crafty Monday
Mon, Oct 07, All day
Central Library - Youth Services
Looking for a fun craft? Stop by the Youth & Family Services Department anytime on Mondays to participate in our weekly craft. All day, while supplies last.
Spooky Scavenger Hunt
Mon, Oct 07, All day
Chesapeake CARES Center
Are you brave enough to find all the spooky creatures hiding in the CARES Center? Stop by, at your convenience, on the dates listed for this self-directed activity. Win a prize for completing it.
Make and Take Mondays
Mon, Oct 07, All day
Chesapeake CARES Center
Complete a make-and-take craft each week. Available while supplies last.
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Mon, Oct 07, 10:15am - 10:45am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Featuring: stories, songs, and fun! Ages 6-24 months with caregiver
Storytime
Mon, Oct 07, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Oct 07, 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.
Family Storytime
Mon, Oct 07, 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.
Craft Corner
Mon, Oct 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
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!
Family Storytime
Mon, Oct 07, 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.
Books & Hooks
Mon, Oct 07, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - The Gallery
Love to crochet? Join this beginner-friendly group to learn the basics, refine your craft, or learn new tips while you discover the range of crochet books Chesapeake Public Libraries have to offer!
Creative Spaces - Orientation Session
Mon, Oct 07, 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.
Introduction to Smartphones
Mon, Oct 07, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Indian River Library - Conference Room
Learn the basics of using a smartphone. Topics include: powering on and off, texting, apps, taking photos, shooting video, and wireless printing in the library from your phone.
After School Activity Zone
Mon, Oct 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Have fun with friends in the afternoon with games, crafts, STEAM and other fun activities. Parent/Guardian must remain in the building for the duration of the program.
Follow Your Art
Mon, Oct 07, 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
This event is full
Memory Lab - Orientation Session
Mon, Oct 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Memory Lab
Sign up for a one-on-one 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.
This event is full
Digital Media Lab Skills Workshop - Media Lab
Mon, Oct 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Digital Lab
Explore photography and video skills while learning how to use the equipment in the Digital Media Lab at Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library.
This event is full
Spooky Scavenger Hunt
Tue, Oct 08, All day
Chesapeake CARES Center
Are you brave enough to find all the spooky creatures hiding in the CARES Center? Stop by, at your convenience, on the dates listed for this self-directed activity. Win a prize for completing it.
Memory Lab - Orientation Session
Tue, Oct 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central Library - Memory Lab
Sign up for a one-on-one 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.
This event is full
Yoga Storytime
Tue, Oct 08, 10:15am - 10:45am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Curious about yoga? This family event features stories, movement, music, stretching, and fun taught by a Registered Children’s Yoga Teacher. Bring a yoga mat or towel and wear comfortable clothes.
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Tue, Oct 08, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun! Ages 6 - 24 months with caregiver.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Oct 08, 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
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Oct 08, 11:15am - 11:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Preschoolers and their caregivers will enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs while growing your love of reading. Ages: 3-5
Monthly Movie Matinee - Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness (2022)
Tue, Oct 08, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Don't miss our Monthly Movie Matinee! This month's movie is Doctor Strange's third installment and journey into the multiverse! Doors open at 4:00PM. Adults must accompany children under 18 years old.
Spooky Scavenger Hunt
Wed, Oct 09, All day
Chesapeake CARES Center
Are you brave enough to find all the spooky creatures hiding in the CARES Center? Stop by, at your convenience, on the dates listed for this self-directed activity. Win a prize for completing it.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Oct 09, 9:15am - 9:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregivers. Please register each child. Ages: 1-2
This event is full
Family Storytime
Wed, Oct 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Storytime
Wed, Oct 09, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Oct 09, 11:15am - 11:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregivers. Ages: 1-2
Creative Spaces - Orientation Session
Wed, Oct 09, 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.
Spooky Scavenger Hunt
Thu, Oct 10, All day
Chesapeake CARES Center
Are you brave enough to find all the spooky creatures hiding in the CARES Center? Stop by, at your convenience, on the dates listed for this self-directed activity. Win a prize for completing it.
Preschool STEAM
Thu, Oct 10, 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 Required. Ages: 3-5
Baby & Toddler Storytime
Thu, Oct 10, 10:15am - 11:15am
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Begin your little one's lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing and play along. Featuring: stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun! Ages 6-24 months with caregiver.
Sewing For Teens And Tweens - Maker Space
Thu, Oct 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1
Join our library sewing program for teens and tweens! Learn machine and hand sewing basics, unleash your creativity, and craft cool projects. No experience needed! Just bring your imagination.
Creative Spaces - Orientation Session
Thu, Oct 10, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
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
LEGO Club
Thu, Oct 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Activity Room
Bring your imaginations for Lego building fun! We provide the materials; you provide the creativity! Please register each child individually. Grade: Elementary School
Family Fun: Perler beads
Thu, Oct 10, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Create pumpkins, monster or whatever fall creature you can imagine with fuse beads! Best for children aged 5 years and up.
Poems for the People
Thu, Oct 10, 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate poetry with award-winning poet, Synnika Lofton. Discover how rhythm impacts lives, share your own poems, and learn more about poetry. Don’t miss this inspiring event!
Spooky Scavenger Hunt
Fri, Oct 11, All day
Chesapeake CARES Center
Are you brave enough to find all the spooky creatures hiding in the CARES Center? Stop by, at your convenience, on the dates listed for this self-directed activity. Win a prize for completing it.
STEAM Time
Fri, Oct 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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
The Down & Dirty Facts of Funeral Planning - Let's Get Uncomfortable: End-of-Life Conversations
Sat, Oct 12, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Bring your bizarre questions and your sense of intrigue as we explore everything you ever (or maybe never!) wanted to know about the funeral industry. Free and open to all.
Loss, Grief, & Healing the Heart - Let's Get Uncomfortable: End-of-Life Conversations
Sun, Oct 13, 1:00pm - 2:15pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Grief after the loss of a loved one isn't something you get over alone. Join us. Hear experts in counseling and relationship therapy discuss how to recover and mover forward. Free and open to all.
Latin Line Dancing - Fitness & Fun
Sun, Oct 13, 1:10pm - 2:10pm
Central Library - Large 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.
Memory Lab - Orientation Session
Sun, Oct 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Memory Lab
Sign up for a one-on-one 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.
This event is full
Latin Line Dance - Fitness & Fun
Sun, Oct 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial 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 needed. All abilities welcome. FREE
Estimation Station: Spiders
Tue, Oct 15, All day
Chesapeake CARES Center
Calling all detectives! Put on your detective hat and peer through the magnifying glass to solve the mystery of how many spiders are in the estimation station container. Closest answer wins a prize.
Red Cross Blood Drive
Tue, Oct 15, 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.
Friends of the Library Book Sale
Tue, Oct 15, 10:00am - 7:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor
Find your next fascinating read or thrilling video at our monthly book sale. Choose from a small selection of books, audiobooks, and DVDs at bargain prices.
Memory Lab - Orientation Session
Tue, Oct 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central Library - Memory Lab
Sign up for a one-on-one 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.
This event is full
Yoga Storytime
Tue, Oct 15, 10:15am - 10:45am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Curious about yoga? This family event features stories, movement, music, stretching, and fun taught by a Registered Children’s Yoga Teacher. Bring a yoga mat or towel and wear comfortable clothes.
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Tue, Oct 15, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun! Ages 6 - 24 months with caregiver.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Oct 15, 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, October 8 2024 at 9:00am
Gifted Adults Sensory Experience
Tue, Oct 15, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Calling all gifted adults, join us for a time of crafting and sensory exploration!
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Oct 15, 11:15am - 11:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Preschoolers and their caregivers will enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs while growing your love of reading. Ages: 3-5
Legal Aid Drop-Ins
Tue, Oct 15, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Open Area
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.
Estimation Station: Spiders
Wed, Oct 16, All day
Chesapeake CARES Center
Calling all detectives! Put on your detective hat and peer through the magnifying glass to solve the mystery of how many spiders are in the estimation station container. Closest answer wins a prize.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Oct 16, 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, October 9 2024 at 9:00am
Friends of the Library Book Sale
Wed, Oct 16, 10:00am - 7:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor
Find your next fascinating read or thrilling video at our monthly book sale. Choose from a small selection of books, audiobooks, and DVDs at bargain prices.
Family Storytime
Wed, Oct 16, 10:00am - 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.
Family Storytime
Wed, Oct 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Storytime
Wed, Oct 16, 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.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Oct 16, 11:15am - 11:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregivers. Ages: 1-2
Creative Spaces - Orientation Session
Wed, Oct 16, 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.
Novel Ladies Book Club
Wed, Oct 16, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
New venue Major Hillard Library - Conference 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!
Latin Line Dancing - Fitness & Fun
Wed, Oct 16, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
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.
Estimation Station: Spiders
Thu, Oct 17, All day
Chesapeake CARES Center
Calling all detectives! Put on your detective hat and peer through the magnifying glass to solve the mystery of how many spiders are in the estimation station container. Closest answer wins a prize.
Friends of the Library Book Sale
Thu, Oct 17, 10:00am - 7:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor
Find your next fascinating read or thrilling video at our monthly book sale. Choose from a small selection of books, audiobooks, and DVDs at bargain prices.
Baby & Toddler Storytime
Thu, Oct 17, 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.
Sewing For Teens And Tweens - Maker Space
Thu, Oct 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1
Join our library sewing program for teens and tweens! Learn machine and hand sewing basics, unleash your creativity, and craft cool projects. No experience needed! Just bring your imagination.
Creative Spaces - Orientation Session
Thu, Oct 17, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
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.
Lego Create and Discovery Time
Thu, Oct 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Lego Club is back! Spend the hour testing your Lego building skills with challenges or just enjoy your time through free play. We provide the Legos; you provide the creativity! For children ages 6-12
Family Fun: Shrinky dinks
Thu, Oct 17, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Create pumpkins, monsters or whatever creatures you can imagine then shrink them to key chain size! Best for children aged 5 years and up.
The Witch of Pungo - A Local Legend
Thu, Oct 17, 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a special after-hours program as Dr. Scott Moore, author of The Witch of Pungo, discusses Grace Sherwood and her legacy in the Hampton Roads area.
Estimation Station: Spiders
Fri, Oct 18, All day
Chesapeake CARES Center
Calling all detectives! Put on your detective hat and peer through the magnifying glass to solve the mystery of how many spiders are in the estimation station container. Closest answer wins a prize.
Friends of the Library Book Sale
Fri, Oct 18, 10:00am - 5:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor
Find your next fascinating read or thrilling video at our monthly book sale. Choose from a small selection of books, audiobooks, and DVDs at bargain prices.
Bilingual Storytime
Fri, Oct 18, 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.
STEAM Time
Fri, Oct 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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
Estimation Station: Spiders
Sat, Oct 19, All day
Chesapeake CARES Center
Calling all detectives! Put on your detective hat and peer through the magnifying glass to solve the mystery of how many spiders are in the estimation station container. Closest answer wins a prize.
Friends of the Library Book Sale
Sat, Oct 19, 10:00am - 5:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor
Find your next fascinating read or thrilling video at our monthly book sale. Choose from a small selection of books, audiobooks, and DVDs at bargain prices.
Book Bonanza - Friends of the Library Book Sale
Sat, Oct 19, 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.
Family Cinema Saturday - Scoob! (2020)
Sat, Oct 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Come enjoy epic adventures from recent blockbusters to family favorites! Doors open at 2:00PM. Adults must accompany children under 18 years old. Limited seating: Please register!
Friends of the Library Book Sale
Sun, Oct 20, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor
Find your next fascinating read or thrilling video at our monthly book sale. Choose from a small selection of books, audiobooks, and DVDs at bargain prices.
What to Do When Someone Dies - Let's Get Uncomfortable: End-of-Life Conversations
Sun, Oct 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Join us for an overview of end-of-life planning. This talk will cover vital end-of-life options such as hospice and palliative care, the role of death doulas, and more. Free and open to all.
Memory Lab - Orientation Session
Sun, Oct 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Memory Lab
Sign up for a one-on-one 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.
This event is full
Free Math Clinic
Sun, Oct 20, 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.
Painting with Mr. Fuertes
Sun, Oct 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Spend an afternoon painting with local artist, Richard F. Fuertes. His emphasis will be on self-expression and healing. Supplies provided; bring your imagination!
Registration opens Sunday, October 6 2024 at 9:00am
Crafty Monday
Mon, Oct 21, All day
Central Library - Youth Services
Looking for a fun craft? Stop by the Youth & Family Services Department anytime on Mondays to participate in our weekly craft. All day, while supplies last.
Baby & Toddler Storytime
Mon, Oct 21, 10:15am - 10:45am
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
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
Craft Corner
Mon, Oct 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
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!
Cancelled
Books & Hooks
Mon, Oct 21, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library
Love to crochet? Join this beginner-friendly group to learn the basics, refine your craft, or learn new tips while you discover the range of crochet books Chesapeake Public Libraries have to offer!
Plant Clinic - Sponsored by Virginia Cooperative Extension
Mon, Oct 21, 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.
Memory Lab - Orientation Session
Mon, Oct 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Memory Lab
Sign up for a one-on-one 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.
This event is full
Memory Lab - Orientation Session
Tue, Oct 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central Library - Memory Lab
Sign up for a one-on-one 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.
This event is full
Rescheduled
Plant Clinic - Sponsored by Virginia Cooperative Extension
Tue, Oct 22, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
New date Monday, October 21, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Major Hillard Library
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.
Tuesday Night Movies
Tue, Oct 22, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1,Creative Spaces 2,Creative Spaces 3,Digital Lab,The Gallery
Join us for a viewing of "Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire". The Spengler family and the original Ghostbusters team up. Rated PG-13 due supernatural action/violence, language, and suggestive references.
Family Storytime
Wed, Oct 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Coffee and Classics - Book Club
Wed, Oct 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Central Library - Small Meeting Room
Come drink some coffee or tea and discuss a classic book that you have always wanted to read! October 23rd, "The Complete Tales and Poems of Edgar Allan Poe."
Pre-school STEAM-Ventures
Thu, Oct 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library
Explore the world of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math through hands-on experiments and activities.
Quilty Kindness
Fri, Oct 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Small Meeting Room
Quilting Club. All are welcome.
Intro To 3D Printing - Makerspace
Sat, Oct 26, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - The Gallery
Learn about 3D printing and how to use the 3D printers. Make everything from fun figurines, replacement parts, to prototypes for design and engineering! A valid library card is required.
The Sewcial Club - Makerspace
Sat, Oct 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1
Sewist of all levels. Bring your own material and projects or work on fun beginner projects. Orientation required before attending.
Quilty Kindness
Sun, Oct 27, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Small Meeting Room
Quilting Club. All are welcome.
Medical Options for the Terminally Ill - Let's Get Uncomfortable: End-of-Life Conversations
Sun, Oct 27, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Learn about medical aid in dying - what it is, how it works, safeguards against abuse, and ongoing legislative actions in the state of Virginia. Free and open to the public.
Memory Lab - Orientation Session
Sun, Oct 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Memory Lab
Sign up for a one-on-one 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.
This event is full
Crafty Monday
Mon, Oct 28, All day
Central Library - Youth Services
Looking for a fun craft? Stop by the Youth & Family Services Department anytime on Mondays to participate in our weekly craft. All day, while supplies last.
Make and Take Mondays
Mon, Oct 28, All day
Chesapeake CARES Center
Complete a make-and-take craft each week. Available while supplies last.
DIY Costume Paper Mask
Mon, Oct 28, All day
Chesapeake CARES Center
Still looking for a last-minute costume? Pick up a paper mask, to bring home, to make your own unique masterpiece! Pick up at your convenience while supplies last.
Storytime
Mon, Oct 28, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Oct 28, 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, October 21 2024 at 9:00am
Baby & Toddler Storytime
Mon, Oct 28, 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
Family Storytime
Mon, Oct 28, 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.
Craft Corner
Mon, Oct 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
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!
Family Storytime
Mon, Oct 28, 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.
Creative Spaces - Orientation Session
Mon, Oct 28, 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
Introduction to Smartphones
Mon, Oct 28, 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.
Plant Clinic - Sponsored by Virginia Cooperative Extension
Mon, Oct 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library
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.
After School Activity Zone
Mon, Oct 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Have fun with friends in the afternoon with games, crafts, STEAM and other fun activities. Parent/Guardian must remain in the building for the duration of the program.
Memory Lab - Orientation Session
Mon, Oct 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Memory Lab
Sign up for a one-on-one 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.
This event is full
Teen Craft: Costume Creations
Mon, Oct 28, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Central Library - Activity Room
Bring Halloween costumes and cosplay to a whole new level when you dress-up a rubber duck during this teen craft hour. How will you duck-orate this little quacky character? All materials provided.
The Sizzle Squad
Mon, Oct 28, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Indian River Library - Conference 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.
DIY Costume Paper Mask
Tue, Oct 29, All day
Chesapeake CARES Center
Still looking for a last-minute costume? Pick up a paper mask, to bring home, to make your own unique masterpiece! Pick up at your convenience while supplies last.
Memory Lab - Orientation Session
Tue, Oct 29, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central Library - Memory Lab
Sign up for a one-on-one 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.
This event is full
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Tue, Oct 29, 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.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Oct 29, 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, October 22 2024 at 9:00am
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Oct 29, 11:15am - 11:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Preschoolers and their caregivers will enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs while growing your love of reading. Ages: 3-5
Rescheduled
Plant Clinic - Sponsored by Virginia Cooperative Extension
Tue, Oct 29, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
New date Monday, October 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library
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.
DIY Costume Paper Mask
Wed, Oct 30, All day
Chesapeake CARES Center
Still looking for a last-minute costume? Pick up a paper mask, to bring home, to make your own unique masterpiece! Pick up at your convenience while supplies last.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Oct 30, 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, October 23 2024 at 9:00am
Family Storytime
Wed, Oct 30, 10:00am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Storytime
Wed, Oct 30, 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.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Oct 30, 11:15am - 11:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregivers. Ages: 1-2
S.T.E.A.M. - Ventures
Wed, Oct 30, 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
Registration opens Wednesday, October 23 2024 at 9:00am
Creative Spaces - Orientation Session
Wed, Oct 30, 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.
Halloween Storytime & Parade
Thu, Oct 31, 10:15am - 11:15am
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Wear your costume and join us for a fun Halloween Storytime with crafts and a trick-or-treat parade at the end.
Creative Spaces - Orientation Session
Thu, Oct 31, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
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.
Quilty Kindness
Fri, Nov 01, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Small Meeting Room
Quilting Club. All are welcome.
STEAM Time
Fri, Nov 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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
Book Sculpting - Visual Arts Xpressions
Sat, Nov 02, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
The Book Artist Maggie Kerrigan will teach you how to turn well-loved books into works of art in this free workshop. Come and explore your creative side. Materials are provided. Registration required.
Quilty Kindness
Sun, Nov 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Small Meeting Room
Quilting Club. All are welcome.
Memory Lab - Orientation Session
Sun, Nov 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Memory Lab
Sign up for a one-on-one 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.
This event is full
Make and Take Mondays
Mon, Nov 04, All day
Chesapeake CARES Center
Complete a make-and-take craft each week. Available while supplies last.
Storytime
Mon, Nov 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.
Family Storytime
Mon, Nov 04, 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.
Craft Corner
Mon, Nov 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
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!
Books & Hooks
Mon, Nov 04, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - The Gallery
Love to crochet? Join this beginner-friendly group to learn the basics, refine your craft, or learn new tips while you discover the range of crochet books Chesapeake Public Libraries have to offer!
Introduction to Smartphones
Mon, Nov 04, 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.
After School Activity Zone
Mon, Nov 04, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Have fun with friends in the afternoon with games, crafts, STEAM and other fun activities. Parent/Guardian must remain in the building for the duration of the program.
Memory Lab - Orientation Session
Mon, Nov 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Memory Lab
Sign up for a one-on-one 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.
This event is full
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