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Pullman Porters: Riding the Rails from Servitude to Valor

Black History Month
2025-02-02 14:30:00 2025-02-02 16:30:00 America/New_York Pullman Porters: Riding the Rails from Servitude to Valor ODU Asst. Prof. Marvin T. Chiles explains the path ex- slaves took to become pullman porters, unionize, and gain middle class status. A documentary film on the porters will follow the talk. Free. South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room

Sunday, February 02
2:30pm - 4:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-02-02 14:30:00 2025-02-02 16:30:00 America/New_York Pullman Porters: Riding the Rails from Servitude to Valor ODU Asst. Prof. Marvin T. Chiles explains the path ex- slaves took to become pullman porters, unionize, and gain middle class status. A documentary film on the porters will follow the talk. Free. South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room

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

Presenter: Marvin T. Chiles, Assistant Professor for African American History, Old Dominion University

Photo Credit: Title: Pullman porter making up an upper berth aboard the "Capitol Limited," bound for Chicago, Illinois. Library of Congress

Kanopy Film:

"Miles of Smiles, Years of Struggle: The First African American Trade Union". Publication Date: 1989 | 59 min. |Director: Paul Wagner & Jack Santino | Studio: California Newsreel.

AGE GROUP: | All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | History & Genealogy | Entertainment | Celebration & Holiday |

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Make & Take Craft Monday
Mon, Mar 09, All day
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
Complete a make and take craft! They are available in the Children's room while supplies last.
Monday Maker Labs
Mon, Mar 09, All day
Russell Memorial Library - Youth Services
Jump into a new world of people, places, and things with themed crafts every Monday.
Crafty Monday
Mon, Mar 09, All day
Central Library - Youth Services
Looking for a fun craft? Stop by the Children's Room anytime on Mondays to participate in our weekly craft. Crafts are available all day, while supplies last.
Favorite Founding Father - VA250
Mon, Mar 09, All day
Central Library - Open Area
Celebrate 250 years of America, March Madness style! Vote in our Founding Father bracket each week as the field narrows. Will your favorite take the top spot?
Busy Babies
Mon, Mar 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Places to go, people to see! Babies are busy bees! Join us for an open sensory play time where your baby can explore and learn.
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Mon, Mar 09, 10:15am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Featuring: stories, songs, and fun!
Baby Storytime
Mon, Mar 09, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing and play along. This program is for ages 0-1 year old.
Friends Social Hour
Mon, Mar 09, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Drop in to our meet-up for differently abled adults to enjoy games, art, activities, and friendship. Socialize and have fun in a relaxed and supportive space. Bring your lunch!
Family Storytime
Mon, Mar 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.
Legal Aid Drop-Ins
Mon, Mar 09, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor
Drop in for consultations with a Legal Aid of Eastern Virginia lawyer. Low-income residents can get guidance on legal issues like eviction, debt, domestic violence, and more for free.
Muse Mondays
Mon, Mar 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Express yourself with a multitude of craft supplies at your fingertips and get to know your fellow crafters! Different, weekly themes will encourage new ideas.
Preservation Studio - Orientation Session
Mon, Mar 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Preservation Studio 1,Preservation Studio 2
Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Preservation Studio equipment. Please only sign up for one session. After learning the equipment, customers can reserve the room.
Teen Night: Painted Perspectives: Women Who Inspire - Women's History Month
Mon, Mar 09, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Every brushstroke tells a story! Teens will create colorful art inspired by powerful women from history. Create, reflect, and paint what inspires you.
Favorite Founding Father - VA250
Tue, Mar 10, All day
Central Library - Youth Services
Celebrate 250 years of America, March Madness style! Vote in our Founding Father bracket each week as the field narrows. Will your favorite take the top spot?
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Mar 10, 9:30am - 10:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.
Red Cross Blood Drive
Tue, Mar 10, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Support our community Blood Drive. Please join our lifesaving mission and schedule an appointment today! Call 1-800-RED CROSS or schedule online.
Preservation Studio - Orientation Session
Tue, Mar 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central Library - Preservation Studio 1,Preservation Studio 2
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Baby and Toddler Storytime
Tue, Mar 10, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along--Featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun!
Move & Groove
Tue, Mar 10, 10:15am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Come move & groove at the library! Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. A perfect place to shake, shimmy, and smile together!
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Mar 10, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Preschoolers and their caregivers will enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs while growing your love of reading. Please register each child. This program is for ages 3-5 years old.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Mar 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.
Family Storytime
Tue, Mar 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
Indian River Library - Main Area
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Craft Time: Sham-ROCK Painting
Tue, Mar 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined
Adults with diverse abilities are invited to craft and relax. Make a craft, color, or just enjoy the seasonal vibes. Caretakers must remain present.
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Preschool Storytime
Tue, Mar 10, 11:15am - 11:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Preschoolers and their caregivers will enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs while growing your love of reading. Please register each child. This program is for ages 3-5 years old.
Leprechaun Craft Workshop
Tue, Mar 10, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - The Gallery
Enjoy a festive, hands-on workshop perfect for adults and families alike! Celebrate the season of the Irish by creating three charming projects to brighten your home and share with friends.
Homeschool Adventures - Women's History Month
Tue, Mar 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Join us for an exploration of important women in the history of Virginia and create a craft to honor the women who have made an impact on your life.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Tue, Mar 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
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Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Tue, Mar 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.
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Favorite Founding Father - VA250
Thu, Mar 12, All day
Central Library - Youth Services
Celebrate 250 years of America, March Madness style! Vote in our Founding Father bracket each week as the field narrows. Will your favorite take the top spot?
Weekly Movie Time
Thu, Mar 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Indian River Library - Meeting Room
Come out and enjoy a family-friendly movie with friends! Movies will be either G or PG.
Storytime
Thu, Mar 12, 10:15am - 11:15am
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Begin your little one's lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing and play along to stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun!
Move & Groove
Thu, Mar 12, 10:15am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Come move & groove at the library! Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. A perfect place to shake, shimmy, and smile together!
Move and Groove
Thu, Mar 12, 10:15am - 11:00am
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Come move & groove at the library! Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. A perfect way to shake, shimmy, and smile together!
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Thu, Mar 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.
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STEAM Series - Makey Makeys
Thu, Mar 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Jam out with Makey Makeys! Create your own paper instrument and hear its music with this awesome technology.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Thu, Mar 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
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Dungeons & Dragons Workshop
Thu, Mar 12, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Bring your character to life at this week's workshop: Ruling Roleplay.
Favorite Founding Father - VA250
Fri, Mar 13, All day
Central Library - Youth Services
Celebrate 250 years of America, March Madness style! Vote in our Founding Father bracket each week as the field narrows. Will your favorite take the top spot?
Friday Morning Movie - Space Jam: A New Legacy (2021)
Fri, Mar 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Start your morning off by watching this sports spectacular film. This is a family-friendly event. Outside refreshments welcome. It is rated PG and has a runtime of 115 minutes.
Bilingual Storytime
Fri, Mar 13, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Let’s go on a bilingual language adventure combining books and songs in English and Spanish. All ages are welcomed. No registration is required.
Red Herring Readers - Book Club
Fri, Mar 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Conference Room
Do you love a good mystery? Does it excite you to talk about whodunnit novels you've read? Come to our next book club meeting. There's a seat for you. Join the lively discussion and bring a friend!
Favorite Founding Father - VA250
Sat, Mar 14, All day
Central Library - Youth Services
Celebrate 250 years of America, March Madness style! Vote in our Founding Father bracket each week as the field narrows. Will your favorite take the top spot?
Pollinator Plant Series - Sponsored by Virginia Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners
Sat, Mar 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Conference Room
Learn about a new plant each month, including how to grow it, how it helps wildlife, and which pollinator or insect relies on that plant for food, too.
Craft and Create Club
Sat, Mar 14, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Calling all elementary schoolers! You are invited to a free arts and crafts event brought to you by the Grassfield High School Key Club. Don’t miss out!
Russell Reels - Mulan (Live Action 2020)
Sat, Mar 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Russell Reels brings the community together for fun and entertaining movie screenings at the library—complete with snacks and surprises. Join us for the show! Mulan (Live Action) is rated PG-13.
HerStory in Color: A Mosaic of Women Who Inspire - Women's History Month
Sat, Mar 14, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - The Gallery
Celebrate Women’s History Month by creating a mosaic honoring an inspiring woman in history! All materials are provided for a fun, creative evening with light refreshments.
Women Through "Her"story - Women's History Month
Sun, Mar 15, All day
Russell Memorial Library - Youth Services
Share with us the women who help you bloom and add their name to our Women's History Month celebration garden! We'll also have unique weekly crafts available every day this month while supplies last.
Favorite Founding Father - VA250
Sun, Mar 15, All day
Central Library - Youth Services
Celebrate 250 years of America, March Madness style! Vote in our Founding Father bracket each week as the field narrows. Will your favorite take the top spot?
Moonlight Irish Dancers - Tidewater Arts Outreach
Sun, Mar 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate Irish Heritage Month with a performance by Moonlight Irish Dancers. Don't miss an unforgettable presentation of music, movement, and the spirit of Ireland!
Make & Take Craft Monday
Mon, Mar 16, All day
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
Complete a make and take craft! They are available in the Children's room while supplies last.
Monday Maker Labs
Mon, Mar 16, All day
Russell Memorial Library - Youth Services
Jump into a new world of people, places, and things with themed crafts every Monday.
Crafty Monday
Mon, Mar 16, All day
Central Library - Youth Services
Looking for a fun craft? Stop by the Children's Room anytime on Mondays to participate in our weekly craft. Crafts are available all day, while supplies last.
Favorite Founding Father - VA250
Mon, Mar 16, All day
Central Library - Open Area
Celebrate 250 years of America, March Madness style! Vote in our Founding Father bracket each week as the field narrows. Will your favorite take the top spot?
Friends of the Library - Book Sale
Mon, Mar 16, 10:00am - 7:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor
Unleash your next literary adventure or cinematic thrill at our monthly book sale! Browse a diverse collection of books, audiobooks, and DVDs, all at incredible prices.
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Mon, Mar 16, 10:15am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Featuring: stories, songs, and fun!
Baby Storytime
Mon, Mar 16, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing and play along. This program is for ages 0-1 year old.
Friends Social Hour
Mon, Mar 16, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Drop in to our meet-up for differently abled adults to enjoy games, art, activities, and friendship. Socialize and have fun in a relaxed and supportive space. Bring your lunch!
MakerBot - Orientation and Certification - Innovation Studio Classes
Mon, Mar 16, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined
Learn how to use a MakerBot Sketch 3D printer then put your skills and knowledge to work.
Family Storytime
Mon, Mar 16, 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.
Muse Mondays
Mon, Mar 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Express yourself with a multitude of craft supplies at your fingertips and get to know your fellow crafters! Different, weekly themes will encourage new ideas.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Mon, Mar 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.
This event is full
Preservation Studio - Orientation Session
Mon, Mar 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Preservation Studio 1,Preservation Studio 2
Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Preservation Studio equipment. Please only sign up for one session. After learning the equipment, customers can reserve the room.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Mon, Mar 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.
This event is full
Shine Like Clara Driscoll - Women's History Month
Mon, Mar 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Cast a spotlight on Clara Driscoll, one of the Tiffany girls! Families will design unique Tiffany-inspired lamps, using recycled materials, infused with art, history, and creativity.
Middle School Make It Club
Mon, Mar 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Central Library - Activity Room
Make friends and crafty creations in this after-school club. This club is for middle schoolers only, and all materials will be provided. Registration is required.
Favorite Founding Father - VA250
Tue, Mar 17, All day
Central Library - Youth Services
Celebrate 250 years of America, March Madness style! Vote in our Founding Father bracket each week as the field narrows. Will your favorite take the top spot?
Build a Garden at Russell Memorial Library
Tue, Mar 17, 9:00am - 2:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Main Area
Healthy Chesapeake and the Chesapeake Master Gardeners are partnering with Russell Memorial Library to build raised bed gardens. Come help shovel some dirt and learn how to make your own!
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Mar 17, 9:30am - 10:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.
Preservation Studio - Orientation Session
Tue, Mar 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central Library - Preservation Studio 1,Preservation Studio 2
Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Preservation Studio equipment. Please only sign up for one session. After learning the equipment, customers can reserve the room.
Friends of the Library - Book Sale
Tue, Mar 17, 10:00am - 7:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor
Unleash your next literary adventure or cinematic thrill at our monthly book sale! Browse a diverse collection of books, audiobooks, and DVDs, all at incredible prices.
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Tue, Mar 17, 10:15am - 10:45am
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Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along--Featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun!
Move & Groove
Tue, Mar 17, 10:15am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Come move & groove at the library! Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. A perfect place to shake, shimmy, and smile together!
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Mar 17, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Preschoolers and their caregivers will enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs while growing your love of reading. Please register each child. This program is for ages 3-5 years old.
Registration opens Tuesday, March 10 2026 at 9:00am
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Mar 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.
Family Storytime
Tue, Mar 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Indian River Library - Main Area
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Mar 17, 11:15am - 11:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Preschoolers and their caregivers will enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs while growing your love of reading. Please register each child. This program is for ages 3-5 years old.
Registration opens Tuesday, March 10 2026 at 9:00am
River Readers Book Club
Tue, Mar 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Indian River Library - Conference Room
Explore a wide variety of books and share enthusiastic discussion. Come together to chat, connect, and enjoy great reads.
Homeschool Adventures - Makey Makey Circuits
Tue, Mar 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Ever wondered how a circuit works? Join us for a creative exploration of simple circuits using Makey Makey invention kits.
Activity Afternoon - St. Patrick's Day Celebration
Tue, Mar 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Enjoy festive fun with our What’s My Leprechaun’s Name? activity, a photo booth, trivia, and hands-on crafts including a four-leaf clover suncatcher and rainbow craft. It's fun for the whole family!
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Tue, Mar 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.
This event is full
Reader's Theatre
Tue, Mar 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Kids will develop acting skills and learn blocking as they rehearse for a short play to be performed for friends and family on the last class of the session.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Tue, Mar 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.
This event is full
First Stitches - Crochet Classes
Tue, Mar 17, 5:00pm - 6:45pm
Central Library - First Floor
Master crochet basics! Learn new techniques each week while creating 12 unique granny squares. Build skills and a colorful collection!
Bedtime Storytime
Tue, Mar 17, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Bring your stuffed animals and pajamas to a special Bedtime Storytime! Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Favorite Founding Father - VA250
Wed, Mar 18, All day
Central Library - Youth Services
Celebrate 250 years of America, March Madness style! Vote in our Founding Father bracket each week as the field narrows. Will your favorite take the top spot?
Build a Garden at Russell Memorial Library
Wed, Mar 18, 9:00am - 2:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Main Area
Healthy Chesapeake and the Chesapeake Master Gardeners are partnering with Russell Memorial Library to build raised bed gardens. Come help shovel some dirt and learn how to make your own!
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Mar 18, 9:15am - 9:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregivers. Please register each child. This program is for ages 1-2 years old.
Registration opens Wednesday, March 11 2026 at 12:00am
Family Storytime
Wed, Mar 18, 9:30am - 10:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Friends of the Library - Book Sale
Wed, Mar 18, 10:00am - 7:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor
Unleash your next literary adventure or cinematic thrill at our monthly book sale! Browse a diverse collection of books, audiobooks, and DVDs, all at incredible prices.
Family Storytime
Wed, Mar 18, 10:15am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Storytime
Wed, Mar 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.
Family Storytime
Wed, Mar 18, 10:15am - 10:45am
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.
Navigating & Exploring Life's Transitions - Let's Get Uncomfortable Series
Wed, Mar 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
If you want to learn more about palliative care, hospice, organ donation, or durable power of attorney, join us for this frank discussion about end-of-life options available to Virginia residents.
Family Storytime
Wed, Mar 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Lunchtime Theater
Wed, Mar 18, 10:30am - 3:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Lunch tastes better with a movie—or two! Pack your meal and join us at the library for a weekly double feature full of big moments, memorable scenes, and cinematic fun.
Math and Reading Help - Students Kindergarten - 1st grade
Wed, Mar 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Have fun while working on math and reading! We will reinforce kindergarten and first grade math and reading skills.
Homeschool Hour: Fairytale STEAM Adventure - Jack and the Beanstalk
Wed, Mar 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
Climb into this month's Fairytale STEAM Adventure! Embark on a noble quest to plant magic beans, engineer sky-high beanstalks, and test parachutes fit for a giant escape.
Machine Sewing 101 - Orientation - Innovation Studio
Wed, Mar 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian River Library
Register for this hands-on introductory session designed for beginners and anyone seeking certification to independently use the makerspace sewing machines.
Environmental Explorers - Recycle Right!
Wed, Mar 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Ever wonder why you should recycle and how? Come learn about recycling with special guests from Chesapeake Public Works and Southeastern Public Service Authority then create a recycled craft!
Novel Ladies Book Club
Wed, Mar 18, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Book lovers, do you want to discover friends you haven't met yet? Gather as we talk about books and the plots, characters, and themes that make each novel a unique work of art!
Fresh Food Series - Sponsored by Virginia Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners
Wed, Mar 18, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Russell Memorial Library - Edgar Allan Poe Conference Room
Learn about a new edible plant each month!
Ladies' Night Trivia - Women's History Month
Wed, Mar 18, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Girls' night out just got brainy! Grab your besties and head to the library for trivia - zero shushing and loads of fun! Six competitive rounds, one team leaves with bragging rights. Register soon!
Favorite Founding Father - VA250
Thu, Mar 19, All day
Central Library - Youth Services
Celebrate 250 years of America, March Madness style! Vote in our Founding Father bracket each week as the field narrows. Will your favorite take the top spot?
Friends of the Library - Book Sale
Thu, Mar 19, 10:00am - 7:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor
Unleash your next literary adventure or cinematic thrill at our monthly book sale! Browse a diverse collection of books, audiobooks, and DVDs, all at incredible prices.
Weekly Movie Time
Thu, Mar 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Indian River Library - Meeting Room
Come out and enjoy a family-friendly movie with friends! Movies will be either G or PG.
Storytime
Thu, Mar 19, 10:15am - 11:15am
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Begin your little one's lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing and play along to stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun!
Move & Groove
Thu, Mar 19, 10:15am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Come move & groove at the library! Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. A perfect place to shake, shimmy, and smile together!
Move and Groove
Thu, Mar 19, 10:15am - 11:00am
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Come move & groove at the library! Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. A perfect way to shake, shimmy, and smile together!
Preschool STEAM
Thu, Mar 19, 10:15am - 11:00am
Central Library - Activity Room
Explore the world of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math through hands-on experiments and activities. Registration is required. This program is for ages 3-5.
Registration opens Thursday, March 12 2026 at 9:00am
Afternoon Steam Adventure - Women Scientists
Thu, Mar 19, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Drop in the Children's room for hands on learning. GIRLS CAN! Explore science in the footsteps of women in STEAM.
The Blue, The Gray, and Women's Words - VA250
Thu, Mar 19, 3:30pm - 4:20pm
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Step into stories of strength and resilience as Arts for Learning's Sarah Osburn Brady gives voice to three trailblazing women of the Civil War.
Lego Club
Thu, Mar 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Build, explore, discover and create with Legos. Weekly themes, challenges, and free building for ages 5 and up.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Thu, Mar 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.
This event is full
Cancelled
STEAM Series - How Do Planes Fly?
Thu, Mar 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library
Ever wonder how heavy airplanes are able to stay in the air? Join us for an "uplifting" hands-on exploration of the Bernoulli Principle and forces of flight.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Thu, Mar 19, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.
The Blue, The Gray, and Women's Words - VA250
Thu, Mar 19, 5:30pm - 6:20pm
Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Step into stories of strength and resilience as Arts for Learning's Sarah Osburn Brady gives voice to three trailblazing women of the Civil War.
Yadas Virtual Book Club - The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters
Thu, Mar 19, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Russell Memorial Library - Online Event Room 2
Explore contemporary adult fiction and non-fiction with our online book club.
Read, Create, & Celebrate: Bill Martin Jr.
Fri, Mar 20, All day
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
What do you see at the library? Celebrate the birthday, of Bill Martin Jr., by making colorful animal crafts and visiting the book display featuring his beloved stories.
Favorite Founding Father - VA250
Fri, Mar 20, All day
Central Library - Youth Services
Celebrate 250 years of America, March Madness style! Vote in our Founding Father bracket each week as the field narrows. Will your favorite take the top spot?
Friends of the Library - Book Sale
Fri, Mar 20, 10:00am - 5:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor
Unleash your next literary adventure or cinematic thrill at our monthly book sale! Browse a diverse collection of books, audiobooks, and DVDs, all at incredible prices.
Lunch Time Karaoke Hour
Fri, Mar 20, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Indian River Library - Meeting Room
Take a mid-day break to sing your heart out in a fun, relaxed, welcoming space. Bring your lunch in and cheer on fellow singers.
Favorite Founding Father - VA250
Sat, Mar 21, All day
Central Library - Youth Services
Celebrate 250 years of America, March Madness style! Vote in our Founding Father bracket each week as the field narrows. Will your favorite take the top spot?
Newborns in Need
Sat, Mar 21, 10:00am - 1:30pm
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Help create infant clothing by use of knitting, sewing, and crocheting. Learn a new skill while helping newborns in the community. This group meets monthly.
Book Bonanza - Friends of the Library Book Sale
Sat, Mar 21, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Stop by to browse from a great selection of books for all ages at this monthly sale. FOL members enjoy early entry at 9:00 a.m. Proceeds benefit library special events and early childhood initiatives.
Sun Prints & Science: Anna Atkins - Women's History Month
Sat, Mar 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Step into the sunshine with Anna Atkins! Learn about this pioneering botanist and photographer who captured nature in shades of blue. Kids will make their own sun-powered artwork with cyanotype paper.
Friends of the Library - Book Sale
Sat, Mar 21, 10:00am - 5:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor
Unleash your next literary adventure or cinematic thrill at our monthly book sale! Browse a diverse collection of books, audiobooks, and DVDs, all at incredible prices.
Paws to Read
Sat, Mar 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
Indian River Library - Main Area
Sign up to read to a certified therapy dog. Improve your reading skills and make new canine friends. Please register each child individually.
Don't Call it a Book Club
Sat, Mar 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian River Library - Meeting Room
Grab your favorite binge, playlist, or podcast! This club is all about swapping takes on shows, songs, and stories we love.
Women Through "Her"story - Women's History Month
Sun, Mar 22, All day
Russell Memorial Library - Youth Services
Share with us the women who help you bloom and add their name to our Women's History Month celebration garden! We'll also have unique weekly crafts available every day this month while supplies last.
Favorite Founding Father - VA250
Sun, Mar 22, All day
Central Library - Youth Services
Celebrate 250 years of America, March Madness style! Vote in our Founding Father bracket each week as the field narrows. Will your favorite take the top spot?
Friends of the Library - Book Sale
Sun, Mar 22, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor
Unleash your next literary adventure or cinematic thrill at our monthly book sale! Browse a diverse collection of books, audiobooks, and DVDs, all at incredible prices.
Make & Take Craft Monday
Mon, Mar 23, All day
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
Complete a make and take craft! They are available in the Children's room while supplies last.
Monday Maker Labs
Mon, Mar 23, All day
Russell Memorial Library - Youth Services
Jump into a new world of people, places, and things with themed crafts every Monday.
Crafty Monday
Mon, Mar 23, All day
Central Library - Youth Services
Looking for a fun craft? Stop by the Children's Room anytime on Mondays to participate in our weekly craft. Crafts are available all day, while supplies last.
Favorite Founding Father - VA250
Mon, Mar 23, All day
Central Library - Open Area
Celebrate 250 years of America, March Madness style! Vote in our Founding Father bracket each week as the field narrows. Will your favorite take the top spot?
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Mon, Mar 23, 10:15am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Featuring: stories, songs, and fun!
Baby Storytime
Mon, Mar 23, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing and play along. This program is for ages 0-1 year old.
Friends Social Hour
Mon, Mar 23, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Drop in to our meet-up for differently abled adults to enjoy games, art, activities, and friendship. Socialize and have fun in a relaxed and supportive space. Bring your lunch!
Family Storytime
Mon, Mar 23, 11:15am - 11:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Muse Mondays
Mon, Mar 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Express yourself with a multitude of craft supplies at your fingertips and get to know your fellow crafters! Different, weekly themes will encourage new ideas.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Mon, Mar 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.
This event is full
Preservation Studio - Orientation Session
Mon, Mar 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Preservation Studio 1,Preservation Studio 2
Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Preservation Studio equipment. Please only sign up for one session. After learning the equipment, customers can reserve the room.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Mon, Mar 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.
This event is full
Stitch Studio: Felt Four-Leaf Clover Bag Charm
Mon, Mar 23, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
A little luck, stitched by you! Grades 6-12 will learn the basics of crafting bag charms and will head home with their own unique creative keepsake. Registration is required.
Favorite Founding Father - VA250
Tue, Mar 24, All day
Central Library - Youth Services
Celebrate 250 years of America, March Madness style! Vote in our Founding Father bracket each week as the field narrows. Will your favorite take the top spot?
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Mar 24, 9:30am - 10:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.
Preservation Studio - Orientation Session
Tue, Mar 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central Library - Preservation Studio 1,Preservation Studio 2
Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Preservation Studio equipment. Please only sign up for one session. After learning the equipment, customers can reserve the room.
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Tue, Mar 24, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along--Featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun!
Move & Groove
Tue, Mar 24, 10:15am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Come move & groove at the library! Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. A perfect place to shake, shimmy, and smile together!
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Mar 24, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Preschoolers and their caregivers will enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs while growing your love of reading. Please register each child. This program is for ages 3-5 years old.
Registration opens Tuesday, March 17 2026 at 9:00am
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Mar 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.
Family Storytime
Tue, Mar 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Indian River Library - Main Area
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Cricut Orientation and Certification - Innovation Studio Classes
Tue, Mar 24, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined
Learn how to use a Cricut smart cutting machine then put your skills and knowledge to work.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Mar 24, 11:15am - 11:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Preschoolers and their caregivers will enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs while growing your love of reading. Please register each child. This program is for ages 3-5 years old.
Registration opens Tuesday, March 17 2026 at 9:00am
Homeschool Adventures - Seeds and Spring Planting
Tue, Mar 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
What's inside a seed and how do plants grow? Join us to find out and make your own mini greenhouse to start seeds for springtime planting.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Tue, Mar 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.
This event is full
Reader's Theatre
Tue, Mar 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
Kids will develop acting skills and learn blocking as they rehearse for a short play to be performed for friends and family on the last class of the session.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Tue, Mar 24, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.
This event is full
First Stitches - Crochet Classes
Tue, Mar 24, 5:00pm - 6:45pm
Central Library - First Floor
Master crochet basics! Learn new techniques each week while creating 12 unique granny squares. Build skills and a colorful collection!
Read, Create, & Celebrate: Kate DiCamillo
Wed, Mar 25, All day
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
A little courage, a little kindness, and a lot of heart! Celebrate the birthday of author, Kate DiCamillo, by crafting like Despereaux and dreaming like Winn-Dixie.
Favorite Founding Father - VA250
Wed, Mar 25, All day
Central Library - Youth Services
Celebrate 250 years of America, March Madness style! Vote in our Founding Father bracket each week as the field narrows. Will your favorite take the top spot?
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Mar 25, 9:15am - 9:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregivers. Please register each child. This program is for ages 1-2 years old.
Registration opens Wednesday, March 18 2026 at 12:00am
Family Storytime
Wed, Mar 25, 9:30am - 10:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Family Storytime
Wed, Mar 25, 10:15am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Storytime
Wed, Mar 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.
Family Storytime
Wed, Mar 25, 10:15am - 10:45am
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.
Advanced Directives - Let's Get Uncomfortable Series
Wed, Mar 25, 10:30am - 11:30am
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
If you were in a medical emergency, and couldn't speak, who would voice your wishes? Learn how advance directives can provide valuable healthcare guidance in a time of personal crisis.
Family Storytime
Wed, Mar 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Lunchtime Theater
Wed, Mar 25, 10:30am - 3:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Lunch tastes better with a movie—or two! Pack your meal and join us at the library for a weekly double feature full of big moments, memorable scenes, and cinematic fun.
Math and Reading Help - Students Kindergarten - 1st grade
Wed, Mar 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Have fun while working on math and reading! We will reinforce kindergarten and first grade math and reading skills.
Homeschool Hour - Story and Craft Time
Wed, Mar 25, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Read some of the best books in all of children's literature with us and create art projects based on the books.
Tween Scene: Shark Adventures with Eugenie Clark - Women's History Month
Wed, Mar 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Dive into the ocean with Eugenie Clark, the Shark Lady! Tweens, ages 8-12 years old, will make a glowing ocean jar, explore coral reef erosion and oil spills, and create a swirling Sharknado vortex.
S.T.E.A.M. - Ventures
Wed, Mar 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Activity Room
Explore the world of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, & Math through hands-on experiments and activities. Registration is required. This program is for grades 1-5.
Registration opens Wednesday, March 18 2026 at 9:00am
LEGO Club - Partner Challenges
Wed, Mar 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Ready for some friendly LEGO competition? Stretch your fingers and your mind with partner mini-challenges.
Coffee and Classics - Book Club
Wed, Mar 25, 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! At this meeting we will discuss 'The Fellowship of the Ring' by J.R.R. Tolkien!
Read, Create, & Celebrate: Jerry Pallotta
Thu, Mar 26, All day
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
Who would win? You will, at the Jerry Pallotta birthday celebration! Dive into epic animal showdowns, make fierce crafts, and visit the book display of wild reads.
Favorite Founding Father - VA250
Thu, Mar 26, All day
Central Library - Youth Services
Celebrate 250 years of America, March Madness style! Vote in our Founding Father bracket each week as the field narrows. Will your favorite take the top spot?
Weekly Movie Time
Thu, Mar 26, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Indian River Library - Meeting Room
Come out and enjoy a family-friendly movie with friends! Movies will be either G or PG.
Storytime
Thu, Mar 26, 10:15am - 11:15am
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Begin your little one's lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing and play along to stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun!
Move & Groove
Thu, Mar 26, 10:15am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Come move & groove at the library! Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. A perfect place to shake, shimmy, and smile together!
Move and Groove
Thu, Mar 26, 10:15am - 11:00am
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Come move & groove at the library! Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. A perfect way to shake, shimmy, and smile together!
Glowforge - Orientation and Certification - Innovation Studio Classes
Thu, Mar 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined
Learn how to use a Glowforge Pro then put your skills and knowledge to work.
This event is full
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Thu, Mar 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.
This event is full
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Thu, Mar 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.
This event is full
Dungeons & Dragons Workshop
Thu, Mar 26, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Attend this week's workshop to learn effective interaction techniques within campaign surroundings and essential table etiquette.
Favorite Founding Father - VA250
Fri, Mar 27, All day
Central Library - Youth Services
Celebrate 250 years of America, March Madness style! Vote in our Founding Father bracket each week as the field narrows. Will your favorite take the top spot?
Friday Morning Movie - Super Mario Bros (2023)
Fri, Mar 27, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Start your morning by watching this beloved movie of a popular video game. This is a family-friendly event. Outside refreshments are welcome. It is rated PG and has a runtime of 92 minutes.
Favorite Founding Father - VA250
Sat, Mar 28, All day
Central Library - Youth Services
Celebrate 250 years of America, March Madness style! Vote in our Founding Father bracket each week as the field narrows. Will your favorite take the top spot?
Game Time for Teens & Tweens
Sat, Mar 28, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Join us for two hours of gaming fun, including Mario Kart and Super Smash Bros. mini-tournaments!
The SEWcial Club - Innovation Studios
Sat, Mar 28, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined
Bring your sewing projects, quilting, upcycling, costumes, etc. Share tips and enjoy a relaxed, social space with fellow makers. All skill levels welcome! Sewing machines and basic tools are provided.
Pass the Mic - Women's History Month
Sat, Mar 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian River Library - Meeting Room
Come in and grab the mic to celebrate the women in your life for Women's History Month!
Women Through "Her"story - Women's History Month
Sun, Mar 29, All day
Russell Memorial Library - Youth Services
Share with us the women who help you bloom and add their name to our Women's History Month celebration garden! We'll also have unique weekly crafts available every day this month while supplies last.
Favorite Founding Father - VA250
Sun, Mar 29, All day
Central Library - Youth Services
Celebrate 250 years of America, March Madness style! Vote in our Founding Father bracket each week as the field narrows. Will your favorite take the top spot?
Make & Take Craft Monday
Mon, Mar 30, All day
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
Complete a make and take craft! They are available in the Children's room while supplies last.
Monday Maker Labs
Mon, Mar 30, All day
Russell Memorial Library - Youth Services
Jump into a new world of people, places, and things with themed crafts every Monday.
Crafty Monday
Mon, Mar 30, All day
Central Library - Youth Services
Looking for a fun craft? Stop by the Children's Room anytime on Mondays to participate in our weekly craft. Crafts are available all day, while supplies last.
Favorite Founding Father - VA250
Mon, Mar 30, All day
Central Library - Open Area
Celebrate 250 years of America, March Madness style! Vote in our Founding Father bracket each week as the field narrows. Will your favorite take the top spot?
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Mon, Mar 30, 10:15am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Featuring: stories, songs, and fun!
Baby Storytime
Mon, Mar 30, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing and play along. This program is for ages 0-1 year old.
Friends Social Hour
Mon, Mar 30, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Drop in to our meet-up for differently abled adults to enjoy games, art, activities, and friendship. Socialize and have fun in a relaxed and supportive space. Bring your lunch!
Family Storytime
Mon, Mar 30, 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.
Muse Mondays
Mon, Mar 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Express yourself with a multitude of craft supplies at your fingertips and get to know your fellow crafters! Different, weekly themes will encourage new ideas.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Mon, Mar 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.
This event is full
Preservation Studio - Orientation Session
Mon, Mar 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Preservation Studio 1,Preservation Studio 2
Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Preservation Studio equipment. Please only sign up for one session. After learning the equipment, customers can reserve the room.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Mon, Mar 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.
This event is full
Favorite Founding Father - VA250
Tue, Mar 31, All day
Central Library - Youth Services
Celebrate 250 years of America, March Madness style! Vote in our Founding Father bracket each week as the field narrows. Will your favorite take the top spot?
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Mar 31, 9:30am - 10:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.
Preservation Studio - Orientation Session
Tue, Mar 31, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central Library - Preservation Studio 1,Preservation Studio 2
Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Preservation Studio equipment. Please only sign up for one session. After learning the equipment, customers can reserve the room.
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Tue, Mar 31, 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!
Move & Groove
Tue, Mar 31, 10:15am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Come move & groove at the library! Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. A perfect place to shake, shimmy, and smile together!
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Mar 31, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Preschoolers and their caregivers will enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs while growing your love of reading. Please register each child. This program is for ages 3-5 years old.
Registration opens Tuesday, March 24 2026 at 9:00am
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Mar 31, 10:30am - 11:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.
Family Storytime
Tue, Mar 31, 10:30am - 11:00am
Indian River Library - Main Area
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Mar 31, 11:15am - 11:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Preschoolers and their caregivers will enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs while growing your love of reading. Please register each child. This program is for ages 3-5 years old.
Registration opens Tuesday, March 24 2026 at 9:00am
Activity Afternoon - Coffee & Canvases (Hydrangea Edition)
Tue, Mar 31, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Join us for a relaxing, creativity-filled session of Coffee & Canvases!
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Tue, Mar 31, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.
This event is full
Dragons & Tea with Jane Proctor - Women's History Month
Tue, Mar 31, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Join a Reptile Tea Party inspired by scientist Joan Procter! Sip pretend tea, learn cool reptile facts, learn about Komodo Dragons, and design a habitat while celebrating curiosity over fear.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Tue, Mar 31, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.
This event is full
First Stitches - Crochet Classes
Tue, Mar 31, 5:00pm - 6:45pm
Central Library - First Floor
Master crochet basics! Learn new techniques each week while creating 12 unique granny squares. Build skills and a colorful collection!
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Apr 01, 9:15am - 9:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregivers. Please register each child. This program if for ages 1-2 years old.
Registration opens Wednesday, March 25 2026 at 12:00am
Family Storytime
Wed, Apr 01, 9:30am - 10:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Family Storytime
Wed, Apr 01, 10:15am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Storytime
Wed, Apr 01, 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
Wed, Apr 01, 10:15am - 10:45am
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.
Family Storytime
Wed, Apr 01, 10:30am - 11:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Math and Reading Help - Students Kindergarten - 1st grade
Wed, Apr 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Have fun while working on math and reading! We will reinforce kindergarten and first grade math and reading skills.
Read, Create, & Celebrate: Hans Christian Andersen
Thu, Apr 02, All day
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
Step into a fairytale and celebrate the birthday of Hans Christian Andersen! The book display will transport you to magical kingdoms as you craft your own happily-ever after.
Weekly Movie Time
Thu, Apr 02, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Indian River Library - Meeting Room
Come out and enjoy a family-friendly movie with friends! Movies will be either G or PG.
Storytime
Thu, Apr 02, 10:15am - 11:15am
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Begin your little one's lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing and play along to stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun!
Move & Groove - Month of the Military Child
Thu, Apr 02, 10:15am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate our Military Children! Come move & groove at the library! Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles.
Move and Groove
Thu, Apr 02, 10:15am - 11:00am
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Come move & groove at the library! Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. A perfect way to shake, shimmy, and smile together!
Lego Club
Thu, Apr 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Build, explore, discover and create with Legos. Weekly themes, challenges, and free building for ages 5 and up.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Thu, Apr 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.
This event is full
Mini STEAM
Thu, Apr 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Big ideas start small! Preschoolers can experiment and problem-solve with STEAM activities specially designed for our littlest scientists.
LEGO Club
Thu, Apr 02, 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. This program is for elementary grade students.
Registration opens Thursday, March 26 2026 at 9:00am
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Thu, Apr 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.
This event is full
Paint It Purple - Month of the Military Child
Thu, Apr 02, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Celebrate with military families by painting a handprint flag.
Essence Book Club
Thu, Apr 02, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Online Events
Join monthly Discussion of works by African or African-American authors. This month's book is The Collected Poems of Langston Hughes by Langston Hughes.
Have A Hoppy Bunny Day
Fri, Apr 03, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Indian River Library - Meeting Room
Hop on in and enjoy games and crafts and take a picture with the Easter Bunny!
Red Herring Readers - Book Club
Fri, Apr 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Conference Room
Do you love a good mystery? Does it excite you to talk about whodunnit novels you've read? Come to our next book club meeting. There's a seat for you. Join the lively discussion and bring a friend!
Read, Create, & Celebrate: Maya Angelou
Sat, Apr 04, All day
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
Celebrate the birthday of Maya Angelou! Explore her powerful poetry and stories of hope and strength. Create art and crafts that lets your voice shine.
Money Matters: Financial Education Classes - Financial Education Classes with Navy Federal Credit Union
Sat, Apr 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Russell Memorial Library is partnering with Navy Federal Credit Union to bring you a financial education class series.
Shrinky Dink Charms - Month of the Military Child
Sat, Apr 04, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Celebrate military families by creating charms with colorful shrinking plastic.
Make & Take Craft Monday
Mon, Apr 06, All day
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
Complete a make and take craft! They are available in the Children's room while supplies last.
Crafty Monday
Mon, Apr 06, 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. Crafts available all day, while supplies last.
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Mon, Apr 06, 10:15am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Featuring: stories, songs, and fun!
Friends Social Hour
Mon, Apr 06, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Drop in to our meet-up for differently abled adults to enjoy games, art, activities, and friendship. Socialize and have fun in a relaxed and supportive space. Bring your lunch!
Middle School Make It Club
Mon, Apr 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Activity Room
Make friends and crafty creations in this after-school club at the Central Library. This club is for middle schoolers only, and all materials will be provided. Registration is required.
Registration opens Monday, March 30 2026 at 9:00am
Muse Mondays
Mon, Apr 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Express yourself with a multitude of craft supplies at your fingertips and get to know your fellow crafters! Different, weekly themes will encourage new ideas.
Red Cross Blood Drive
Tue, Apr 07, 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.
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Tue, Apr 07, 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!
Move & Groove
Tue, Apr 07, 10:15am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Come move & groove at the library! Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. A perfect place to shake, shimmy, and smile together!
Tuesday Afternoon Movie - How to Train Your Dragon (2025)
Tue, Apr 07, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Journey back to the isle of Berk in this live action movie. This is a family-friendly event. Outside refreshments are welcome. This is rated PG and has a runtime of 125 minutes.
Reader's Theatre
Tue, Apr 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Kids will develop acting skills and learn blocking as they rehearse for a short play to be performed for friends and family on the last class of the session.
First Stitches - Crochet Classes
Tue, Apr 07, 5:00pm - 6:45pm
Central Library - First Floor
Master crochet basics! Learn new techniques each week while creating 12 unique granny squares. Build skills and a colorful collection!
Bubble Lab
Wed, Apr 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Youth Services
Make Spring Break "pop" with our outdoor bubble lab exploration. How big do you think your giant bubble will be? Dress for mess and the weather.
Family Storytime - Month of the Military Child
Wed, Apr 08, 10:15am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate our Military Children! 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, Apr 08, 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.
Circus in a Suitcase - Arts for Learning
Wed, Apr 08, 2:00pm - 2:50pm
Central Library - Large Meeting Room
The circus is coming to town! Arts for Learning Virginia’s Harold Wood brings the big top to life with magic, laughter, and a surprise guest star—one with a serious love for carrots!
Pet Therapy
Wed, Apr 08, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Indian River Library - Main Area
Relax with some furry friends!
Fresh Food Series - Sponsored by Virginia Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners
Wed, Apr 08, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Learn about a new edible plant each month!
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