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Registration opens:
November 23rd, 2024

Cocoa and Coloring

2024-12-06 11:00:00 2024-12-06 12:00:00 America/New_York Cocoa and Coloring Cozy up with some hot cocoa, seasonal snacks, and color at the CARES Center! This location is small so registration is required. Please choose one of the one-hour time slots and list all attendees. Chesapeake CARES Center -

Friday, December 06
11:00am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-12-06 11:00:00 2024-12-06 12:00:00 America/New_York Cocoa and Coloring Cozy up with some hot cocoa, seasonal snacks, and color at the CARES Center! This location is small so registration is required. Please choose one of the one-hour time slots and list all attendees. Chesapeake CARES Center -

Cozy up with some hot cocoa, seasonal snacks, and color at the CARES Center! This location is small so registration is required. Please choose one of the one-hour time slots and list all attendees.

Chesapeake CARES Center


Hours

Chesapeake CARES Center

We're closed Monday November 11 due to Veteran's Day
Mon, Nov 11 Closed
(Veteran's Day)
Tue, Nov 12 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Wed, Nov 13 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, Nov 14 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Nov 15 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Nov 16 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Nov 17 Closed

Upcoming events

Thu, Nov 14, 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.

Thu, Nov 14, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Chesapeake CARES Center
Calling all artists! Decorate a paper leaf and share something you’re thankful for to add to the community art gratitude tree display. Show off your masterpiece at the CARES Center during November.

Thu, Nov 14, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Chesapeake CARES Center
Calling all detectives! Put on your detective hat and peer through the magnifying glass to solve the mystery of how many leaves are in the estimation station container. Closest answer wins a prize.

Thu, Nov 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
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.

Thu, Nov 14, 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, Nov 14, 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.

Thu, Nov 14, 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.
Registration is now closed

Thu, Nov 14, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Central Library - Small Meeting Room
Pinkies and claws up! Please join us for a classy event full of stomps, roars, crafts, and yummy treats in honor of our favorite extinct creatures – dinosaurs!
This event is full

Thu, Nov 14, 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

Thu, Nov 14, 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!

Fri, Nov 15, 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.

Fri, Nov 15, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Chesapeake CARES Center
Calling all artists! Decorate a paper leaf and share something you’re thankful for to add to the community art gratitude tree display. Show off your masterpiece at the CARES Center during November.

Fri, Nov 15, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Chesapeake CARES Center
Calling all detectives! Put on your detective hat and peer through the magnifying glass to solve the mystery of how many leaves are in the estimation station container. Closest answer wins a prize.

Fri, Nov 15, 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.

Fri, Nov 15, 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

Sat, Nov 16, 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.

Sat, Nov 16, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Chesapeake CARES Center
Calling all artists! Decorate a paper leaf and share something you’re thankful for to add to the community art gratitude tree display. Show off your masterpiece at the CARES Center during November.

Sat, Nov 16, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Chesapeake CARES Center
Calling all detectives! Put on your detective hat and peer through the magnifying glass to solve the mystery of how many leaves are in the estimation station container. Closest answer wins a prize.

Sat, Nov 16, 10:00am - 1:30pm
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Help create infant clothing by use of knitting, sewing, and crocheting. Learn a new skill while helping newborns in the community. Meets monthly.

Sat, Nov 16, 10:15am - 4:15pm
Indian River Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a day of tabletop gaming. The Tidewater Area Gaming Society will be out in force to provide games, instruction, and additional players.

Sat, Nov 16, 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.

Sat, Nov 16, 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.

Sat, Nov 16, 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.

Sat, Nov 16, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Major Hillard Library - Main Area,Open Area
Can you compete? Join us for a friendly tabletop gaming event. Enjoy card and board games, make friends, hone your skills, and have a great time.

Sun, Nov 17, 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.

Sun, Nov 17, 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

Sun, Nov 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian River Library - Meeting Room
Meet your neighbors, make some friends (or bring them with you), while you learn to play Bunco with library staff. Light refreshments will be provided.

Mon, Nov 18, All day
Chesapeake CARES Center
Complete a make-and-take craft each week. Available while supplies last.

Mon, Nov 18, All day
Central Library - Youth Services
Looking for a fun craft? Stop by the Youth & Family Services Department anytime on Mondays to participate in our weekly craft. All day, while supplies last.

Mon, Nov 18, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Chesapeake CARES Center
Calling all artists! Decorate a paper leaf and share something you’re thankful for to add to the community art gratitude tree display. Show off your masterpiece at the CARES Center during November.

Mon, Nov 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
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.

Mon, Nov 18, 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, Nov 18, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Mon, Nov 18, 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, Nov 18, 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, Nov 18, 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!

Mon, Nov 18, 11:15am - 11:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Cancelled
Mon, Nov 18, 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!

Mon, Nov 18, 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.
This event is full

Mon, Nov 18, 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.

Cancelled
Mon, Nov 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library
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.

Mon, Nov 18, 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

Tue, Nov 19, 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

Tue, Nov 19, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Chesapeake CARES Center
Calling all artists! Decorate a paper leaf and share something you’re thankful for to add to the community art gratitude tree display. Show off your masterpiece at the CARES Center during November.

Tue, Nov 19, 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.

Tue, Nov 19, 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, Nov 19, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Preschoolers and their caregivers will enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs while growing your love of reading. Please register each child. Ages: 3-5

Tue, Nov 19, 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, Nov 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Meeting 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, Nov 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Greenbrier 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.

Tue, Nov 19, 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, Nov 20, 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

Wed, Nov 20, 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.

Wed, Nov 20, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Chesapeake CARES Center
Calling all artists! Decorate a paper leaf and share something you’re thankful for to add to the community art gratitude tree display. Show off your masterpiece at the CARES Center during November.

Wed, Nov 20, 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.

Wed, Nov 20, 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, Nov 20, 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, Nov 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Indian River Library
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.

Wed, Nov 20, 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.
This event is full

Wed, Nov 20, 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, Nov 20, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
New venue 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!

Wed, Nov 20, 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.

Thu, Nov 21, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Chesapeake CARES Center
Calling all artists! Decorate a paper leaf and share something you’re thankful for to add to the community art gratitude tree display. Show off your masterpiece at the CARES Center during November.

Thu, Nov 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Explore the world of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math through hands-on experiments and activities.

Thu, Nov 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
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.

Thu, Nov 21, 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, Nov 21, 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.

Thu, Nov 21, 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.
This event is full

Thu, Nov 21, 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, Nov 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Greenbrier Library
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

Fri, Nov 22, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Chesapeake CARES Center
Calling all artists! Decorate a paper leaf and share something you’re thankful for to add to the community art gratitude tree display. Show off your masterpiece at the CARES Center during November.

Fri, Nov 22, 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

Sat, Nov 23, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Chesapeake CARES Center
Calling all artists! Decorate a paper leaf and share something you’re thankful for to add to the community art gratitude tree display. Show off your masterpiece at the CARES Center during November.

Sat, Nov 23, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Central Library - Activity Room
Celebrate Friendsgiving with your besties, free pie, and a film during this holiday hangout! Watch a movie that was popular back when you were a kid! Join us every other month for a new film.

Sat, Nov 23, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a merry card-making event for all ages. Make seasonal cards to give to your family and friends! Enjoy provided supplies as you learn new techniques and unleash your holiday creativity.

Sun, Nov 24, 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

Sun, Nov 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Small Meeting Room
The Virginia Math Club in partnership with the Chesapeake Youth Foundation and the Chesapeake Public Library will provide free personal tutoring in any mathematics up to and including Calculus.

Mon, Nov 25, All day
Chesapeake CARES Center
Complete a make-and-take craft each week. Available while supplies last.

Mon, Nov 25, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Chesapeake CARES Center
Calling all artists! Decorate a paper leaf and share something you’re thankful for to add to the community art gratitude tree display. Show off your masterpiece at the CARES Center during November.

Mon, Nov 25, 10:00am - 11:00am
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.

Mon, Nov 25, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Mon, Nov 25, 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, Nov 25, 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.
This event is full

Mon, Nov 25, 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.

Cancelled
Mon, Nov 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library
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.

Mon, Nov 25, 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

Mon, Nov 25, 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, Nov 26, 9:00am - 2:00pm
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, Nov 26, 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

Tue, Nov 26, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Chesapeake CARES Center
Calling all artists! Decorate a paper leaf and share something you’re thankful for to add to the community art gratitude tree display. Show off your masterpiece at the CARES Center during November.

Tue, Nov 26, 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.

Tue, Nov 26, 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.

Rescheduled
Tue, Nov 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
New date Tuesday, November 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Greenbrier 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.

Tue, Nov 26, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room,Main Area,Open Area
Can you compete? Join us for a friendly tabletop gaming event. Enjoy card and board games, make friends, hone your skills, and have a great time.

Tue, Nov 26, 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, Nov 27, 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.

Wed, Nov 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Indian River Library
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.

Sat, Nov 30, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Chesapeake CARES Center
Calling all artists! Decorate a paper leaf and share something you’re thankful for to add to the community art gratitude tree display. Show off your masterpiece at the CARES Center during November.

Sat, Nov 30, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Youth Services
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!

Sun, Dec 01, 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

Mon, Dec 02, All day
Chesapeake CARES Center
Complete a make-and-take craft each week. Available while supplies last.

Mon, Dec 02, All day
Central Library - Youth Services
Looking for a fun craft? Stop by the Youth & Family Services Department anytime on Mondays to participate in our weekly craft. All day, while supplies last.

Mon, Dec 02, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Chesapeake CARES Center
Help renovate Russell Memorial Library, through a community LEGO build, at the Cares Center! Show your Western Branch pride by sharing your ideas for the library space. One LEGO piece per checkout.

Mon, Dec 02, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Chesapeake CARES Center
Brave the frosty air to pick up holiday card supplies at the Cares Center! Bring supplies home to make thoughtful cards for family and friends. Pick up at your convenience while supplies last.

Mon, Dec 02, 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, Dec 02, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Mon, Dec 02, 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, Dec 02, 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, Dec 02, 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, Dec 02, 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!

Mon, Dec 02, 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.
This event is full

Mon, Dec 02, 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.

Cancelled
Mon, Dec 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library
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.

Mon, Dec 02, 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, November 25 2024 at 9:00am

Mon, Dec 02, 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

Tue, Dec 03, 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

Tue, Dec 03, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Chesapeake CARES Center
Help renovate Russell Memorial Library, through a community LEGO build, at the Cares Center! Show your Western Branch pride by sharing your ideas for the library space. One LEGO piece per checkout.

Tue, Dec 03, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Chesapeake CARES Center
Brave the frosty air to pick up holiday card supplies at the Cares Center! Bring supplies home to make thoughtful cards for family and friends. Pick up at your convenience while supplies last.

Tue, Dec 03, 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.

Tue, Dec 03, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun! Ages 6 - 24 months with caregiver.

Tue, Dec 03, 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, November 26 2024 at 9:00am

Tue, Dec 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - The Gallery
Build, explore, discover and create with Legos and more. Weekly themes, challenges and free building for ages 6 and up.

Tue, Dec 03, 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, November 26 2024 at 9:00am

Tue, Dec 03, 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, Dec 04, 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, November 27 2024 at 9:00am

Wed, Dec 04, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Chesapeake CARES Center
Help renovate Russell Memorial Library, through a community LEGO build, at the Cares Center! Show your Western Branch pride by sharing your ideas for the library space. One LEGO piece per checkout.

Wed, Dec 04, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Chesapeake CARES Center
Brave the frosty air to pick up holiday card supplies at the Cares Center! Bring supplies home to make thoughtful cards for family and friends. Pick up at your convenience while supplies last.

Wed, Dec 04, 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.

Wed, Dec 04, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Wed, Dec 04, 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, November 27 2024 at 9:00am

Wed, Dec 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
Indian River Library
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.

Wed, Dec 04, 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.
This event is full

Wed, Dec 04, 5:30pm - 6:45pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Learn the basics of using Procreate through four project-based lessons taught by Katie Walton, graphic artist. Learn to use colors, layers, brushes, canvas setups and more. Registration is required.

Thu, Dec 05, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Chesapeake CARES Center
Help renovate Russell Memorial Library, through a community LEGO build, at the Cares Center! Show your Western Branch pride by sharing your ideas for the library space. One LEGO piece per checkout.

Thu, Dec 05, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Chesapeake CARES Center
Brave the frosty air to pick up holiday card supplies at the Cares Center! Bring supplies home to make thoughtful cards for family and friends. Pick up at your convenience while supplies last.

Thu, Dec 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
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.

Thu, Dec 05, 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, Dec 05, 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.

Thu, Dec 05, 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.

Thu, Dec 05, 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.

Thu, Dec 05, 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, Dec 05, 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, November 28 2024 at 9:00am

Thu, Dec 05, 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

Thu, Dec 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Second Floor
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.

Thu, Dec 05, 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 "Why Fathers Cry At Night" by Kwame Alexander

Fri, Dec 06, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Chesapeake CARES Center
Help renovate Russell Memorial Library, through a community LEGO build, at the Cares Center! Show your Western Branch pride by sharing your ideas for the library space. One LEGO piece per checkout.

Fri, Dec 06, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Chesapeake CARES Center
Brave the frosty air to pick up holiday card supplies at the Cares Center! Bring supplies home to make thoughtful cards for family and friends. Pick up at your convenience while supplies last.

Fri, Dec 06, 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

Fri, Dec 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Chesapeake CARES Center
Cozy up with some hot cocoa, seasonal snacks, and color at the CARES Center! This location is small so registration is required. Please choose one of the one-hour time slots and list all attendees.
Registration opens Saturday, November 23 2024 at 10:00am

Fri, Dec 06, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Chesapeake CARES Center
Cozy up with some hot cocoa, seasonal snacks, and color at the CARES Center! This location is small so registration is required. Please choose one of the one-hour time slots and list all attendees.
Registration opens Saturday, November 23 2024 at 10:00am

Fri, Dec 06, 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 "The Golden Spoon" by Jessa Maxwell.

Sat, Dec 07, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Chesapeake CARES Center
Help renovate Russell Memorial Library, through a community LEGO build, at the Cares Center! Show your Western Branch pride by sharing your ideas for the library space. One LEGO piece per checkout.

Sat, Dec 07, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Chesapeake CARES Center
Brave the frosty air to pick up holiday card supplies at the Cares Center! Bring supplies home to make thoughtful cards for family and friends. Pick up at your convenience while supplies last.

Sat, Dec 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Enjoy breakfast with Santa, tell him your holiday wishes, make a craft and listen to joyful sounds of the Camelot Elementary School first grade choir!

Sat, Dec 07, 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.

Sat, Dec 07, 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.

Sat, Dec 07, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Indian River Library - Meeting Room
Hear the soulful voice and riveting, exciting playing on Flamenco acoustic guitar of Tony Rivera.

Sun, Dec 08, 1:10pm - 2:10pm
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.

Sun, Dec 08, 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.

Sun, Dec 08, 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

Sun, Dec 08, 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

Mon, Dec 09, All day
Chesapeake CARES Center
Complete a make-and-take craft each week. Available while supplies last.

Mon, Dec 09, All day
Central Library - Youth Services
Looking for a fun craft? Stop by the Youth & Family Services Department anytime on Mondays to participate in our weekly craft. All day, while supplies last.

Mon, Dec 09, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Chesapeake CARES Center
Help renovate Russell Memorial Library, through a community LEGO build, at the Cares Center! Show your Western Branch pride by sharing your ideas for the library space. One LEGO piece per checkout.

Mon, Dec 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
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.

Mon, Dec 09, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Chesapeake CARES Center
Embrace the chilly season by picking up winter-themed paper headbands at the Cares Center! Bring supplies home to make your own arctic masterpiece. Pick up at your convenience while supplies last.

Mon, Dec 09, 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, Dec 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.

Mon, Dec 09, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Please register each child. Ages: 0-1 year old.
Registration opens Monday, December 2 2024 at 9:00am

Mon, Dec 09, 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, Dec 09, 11:15am - 11:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Mon, Dec 09, 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.
This event is full

Mon, Dec 09, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Indian River Library - Conference Room
Learn the basics of using a smartphone. Topics include: powering on and off, texting, apps, taking photos, shooting video, and wireless printing in the library from your phone.

Mon, Dec 09, 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.

Cancelled
Mon, Dec 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library
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.

Mon, Dec 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Chesapeake CARES Center
Say hello to Santa and tell him your holiday wishes! Make crafts and bring your camera to take pictures.

Mon, Dec 09, 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

Tue, Dec 10, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Support our community Blood Drive. Please join our lifesaving mission and schedule an appointment today! Call 1-800-RED CROSS or schedule online.

Tue, Dec 10, 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

Tue, Dec 10, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Chesapeake CARES Center
Help renovate Russell Memorial Library, through a community LEGO build, at the Cares Center! Show your Western Branch pride by sharing your ideas for the library space. One LEGO piece per checkout.

Tue, Dec 10, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Chesapeake CARES Center
Embrace the chilly season by picking up winter-themed paper headbands at the Cares Center! Bring supplies home to make your own arctic masterpiece. Pick up at your convenience while supplies last.

Tue, Dec 10, 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.

Tue, Dec 10, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun! Ages 6 - 24 months with caregiver.

Tue, Dec 10, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Preschoolers and their caregivers will enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs while growing your love of reading. Please register each child. Ages: 3-5
Registration opens Tuesday, December 3 2024 at 9:00am

Tue, Dec 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - The Gallery
Browse through our array of crafts kits and materials and create your own masterpiece. All supplies provided.

Tue, Dec 10, 11:15am - 11:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Preschoolers and their caregivers will enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs while growing your love of reading. Please register each child. Ages: 3-5
Registration opens Tuesday, December 3 2024 at 9:00am

Cancelled
Tue, Dec 10, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library
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.

Tue, Dec 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central 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.

Tue, Dec 10, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Don't miss our Monthly Movie Matinee! This month let's celebrate the holidays with this classic Christmas movie. Doors open at 4:00PM. Adults must accompany children under 18 years old.

Tue, Dec 10, 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, Dec 11, 9:15am - 9:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregivers. Please register each child. Ages: 1-2
Registration opens Wednesday, December 4 2024 at 9:00am

Wed, Dec 11, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Chesapeake CARES Center
Help renovate Russell Memorial Library, through a community LEGO build, at the Cares Center! Show your Western Branch pride by sharing your ideas for the library space. One LEGO piece per checkout.

Wed, Dec 11, 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.

Wed, Dec 11, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Chesapeake CARES Center
Embrace the chilly season by picking up winter-themed paper headbands at the Cares Center! Bring supplies home to make your own arctic masterpiece. Pick up at your convenience while supplies last.

Wed, Dec 11, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Wed, Dec 11, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregivers. Please register each child. Ages: 1-2
Registration opens Wednesday, December 4 2024 at 9:00am

Wed, Dec 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Indian River Library
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.

Wed, Dec 11, 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.
This event is full

Wed, Dec 11, 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! December 11th, "Anna Karenina" by Leo Tolstoy .

Wed, Dec 11, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Garage Brewery - 1011 Eden Way N, Chesapeake, VA 23320
Check out our new off-site LGBTQAI+ silent book club, Read the Rainbow, which meets every other month. Read a book of your choice for our first meeting’s theme: Thrillers & Mysteries!

Thu, Dec 12, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Chesapeake CARES Center
Help renovate Russell Memorial Library, through a community LEGO build, at the Cares Center! Show your Western Branch pride by sharing your ideas for the library space. One LEGO piece per checkout.

Thu, Dec 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library
Explore the world of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math through hands-on experiments and activities.

Thu, Dec 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
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.

Thu, Dec 12, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Chesapeake CARES Center
Embrace the chilly season by picking up winter-themed paper headbands at the Cares Center! Bring supplies home to make your own arctic masterpiece. Pick up at your convenience while supplies last.

Thu, Dec 12, 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, Dec 12, 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.

Thu, Dec 12, 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.

Thu, Dec 12, 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, Dec 12, 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

Thu, Dec 12, 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!

Fri, Dec 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Small Meeting Room
Quilting Club. All are welcome.

Fri, Dec 13, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Chesapeake CARES Center
Help renovate Russell Memorial Library, through a community LEGO build, at the Cares Center! Show your Western Branch pride by sharing your ideas for the library space. One LEGO piece per checkout.

Fri, Dec 13, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Chesapeake CARES Center
Embrace the chilly season by picking up winter-themed paper headbands at the Cares Center! Bring supplies home to make your own arctic masterpiece. Pick up at your convenience while supplies last.

Fri, Dec 13, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Let’s go on a bilingual language adventure combining books and songs in English and Spanish. All ages welcomed. No registration required.

Fri, Dec 13, 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

Fri, Dec 13, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Second Floor
Celebrate our favorite winter traditions! Wear your ugliest sweater. Enjoy a holiday storytime, crafts, and refreshments. Snap a picture with Santa and browse our book sale.

Sat, Dec 14, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Open Area
Find a great Holiday Read. Select 5 books from our gently used collection for $2.00.

Sat, Dec 14, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Chesapeake CARES Center
Help renovate Russell Memorial Library, through a community LEGO build, at the Cares Center! Show your Western Branch pride by sharing your ideas for the library space. One LEGO piece per checkout.

Sat, Dec 14, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Chesapeake CARES Center
Embrace the chilly season by picking up winter-themed paper headbands at the Cares Center! Bring supplies home to make your own arctic masterpiece. Pick up at your convenience while supplies last.

Sat, Dec 14, 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.

Sat, Dec 14, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - The Gallery
Are you curious about your family’s history? Join us for Genealogy 101, a beginner-friendly program designed to help you explore your ancestry and uncover your family’s unique story!

Sat, Dec 14, 2:45pm - 4:30pm
Major Hillard Library - Conference Room
Join us for a merry card-making event for all ages. Make seasonal cards to give to your family and friends! Enjoy provided supplies as you learn new techniques and unleash your holiday creativity.

Sat, Dec 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Explore the world of "Layered Landscapes" using acrylic paint! No matter your skill level, you can create a winter masterpiece step by step. Free workshop. Registration required.