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Willy Wonka's Workshop

A STEAM Adventure
2024-09-13 11:00:00 2024-09-13 12:00:00 America/New_York Willy Wonka's Workshop Celebrate Roald Dahl's birthday and discover the magic of STEAM with activities inspired by Willy Wonka. Indian River Library - Meeting Room

Friday, September 13
11:00am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-09-13 11:00:00 2024-09-13 12:00:00 America/New_York Willy Wonka's Workshop Celebrate Roald Dahl's birthday and discover the magic of STEAM with activities inspired by Willy Wonka. Indian River Library - Meeting Room

Indian River Library

Meeting Room

Celebrate Roald Dahl's birthday and discover the magic of STEAM with activities inspired by Willy Wonka.

Explore the principles behind your favorite candy creations, solve fun challenges, and unleash your creativity in a hands-on, educational experience.

AGE GROUP: | Preschool | Families |

EVENT TYPE: | Arts & Culture |

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Thu, Oct 31, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library
Meet me in the garden! Help care for the community garden and learn about growing various vegetables in the Fall and Winter.
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.
Family Storytime
Thu, Oct 31, 10:30am - 11:00am
Indian River Library - Open Area
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
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.
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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.
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Red Herring Readers - Mystery Book Club
Fri, Nov 01, 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 "A Disappearance in Fiji" by Nilima Rao.
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.
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Make and Take Mondays
Mon, Nov 04, All day
Chesapeake CARES Center
Complete a make-and-take craft each week. Available while supplies last.
Garden Days
Mon, Nov 04, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library
Meet me in the garden! Help care for the community garden and learn about growing various vegetables in the Fall and Winter.
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!
Creative Spaces - Orientation Session
Mon, Nov 04, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
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.
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.
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Family Storytime
Wed, Nov 06, 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, Nov 06, 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, Nov 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Indian River Library
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.
Creative Spaces - Orientation Session
Wed, Nov 06, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
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.
Garden Days
Thu, Nov 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library
Meet me in the garden! Help care for the community garden and learn about growing various vegetables in the Fall and Winter.
Baby & Toddler Storytime
Thu, Nov 07, 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.
Family Storytime
Thu, Nov 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Indian River Library - Open Area
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Fit4Mom's Playgroup
Thu, Nov 07, 10:45am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Fit4Mom's Playgroup includes sensory bins, make and take crafts, music/sing-alongs, or story time.
Housing Challenges Clinics
Thu, Nov 07, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Come learn about strategies to avoid eviction, available resources, and financial planning skills to help secure your housing future. ForKids staff will speak to residents facing eviction.
Sewing For Teens And Tweens - Maker Space
Thu, Nov 07, 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, Nov 07, 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.
Essence Book Club
Thu, Nov 07, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Online - Zoom - Click the event to join the discussion
Lively discussion first Thursday of every month of works by African or African American authors. This month's discussion is "Miseducated: A Memoir" by Brandon P. Fleming
STEAM Time
Fri, Nov 08, 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.
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Family Cinema Saturday - Sonic the Hedgehog (2020)
Sat, Nov 09, 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!
Registration opens Saturday, October 19 2024 at 9:00am
Latin Line Dancing - Fitness & Fun
Sun, Nov 10, 1:10pm - 2:10pm
Central Library - Situation 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, Nov 10, 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, Nov 10, 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
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