Activity Time for Adults with Diverse Abilities

Wed, Apr 23, All day

Greenbrier Library - Art Wall

In honor of National Library Week (April 6-12), this month’s artists are the employees of Greenbrier Library. Please enjoy the diverse creativity of staff.

Wed, Apr 23, 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. Open to children ages: 1-2.

This event is full

Wed, Apr 23, 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.

Wed, Apr 23, 10:00am - 7:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library

Find your next fascinating read or thrilling video at our monthly book sale. Choose from a selection of Books, audio books, DVDs at bargain prices.

Wed, Apr 23, 10:15am - 10:45am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

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

Wed, Apr 23, 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, Apr 23, 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. Open to children ages: 1-2.

Toddler Storytime - Preschool fun for families

Wed, Apr 23, 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.

Wed, Apr 23, 10:30am - 11:00am

Indian River Library - Activity Room

Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.

Wed, Apr 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center

Have fun while working on math and reading. We will reinforce kindergarten and first grade math and reading skills. Grades K-1.

This event is full

Sewing Basics: Master The Machine - Makerspace Series

Wed, Apr 23, 11:15am - 11:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregivers. Please register each child. Open to children ages: 1-2.

Email Basics

Wed, Apr 23, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Indian River Library - Conference Room

Learn how to read and send email using a web-based program. We will cover topics such as composing new messages, reading and replying to messages, attachments, and inbox organization.

Wed, Apr 23, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

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

Learn how to confidently use a sewing machine. Beginners are welcome in this hands-on workshop series!

Registration is now closed

Learn Microsoft Word Basics

Wed, Apr 23, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - Conference Room

Learn how to add, edit, and save text to create a document. Topics will include the ribbon toolbar, formatting, copying and pasting, and printing.

Wed, Apr 23, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center

Have fun while working on reading comprehension. We will reinforce phonetic skills, vocabulary, fluency and comprehension. Grades: 2-3.

This event is full

Cancelled

Wed, Apr 23, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library

Schedule a Sewing, Cricut, or Media Lab Orientation. Need personalized guidance? Book a one-on-one session with a staff member to learn about a specific machine, software, or project.

Wed, Apr 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center

Have fun while working on reading comprehension. We will reinforce phonetic skills, vocabulary, fluency and comprehension. Grades: 4-5.

Coffee and Classics - Book Club

Wed, Apr 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Drop-in after school to mess around with tech and things like video games, recipes, and more.

Wed, Apr 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Central Library - Memory Lab

Come drink some coffee or tea and discuss a classic book that you have always wanted to read! Wednesday, April 23rd, "Moby Dick" by Herman Melville. Discussion led by author Lydia Netzer!

Thu, Apr 24, All day

Greenbrier Library - Art Wall

In honor of National Library Week (April 6-12), this month’s artists are the employees of Greenbrier Library. Please enjoy the diverse creativity of staff.

Thu, Apr 24, 10:00am - 7:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library

Find your next fascinating read or thrilling video at our monthly book sale. Choose from a selection of Books, audio books, DVDs at bargain prices.

Thu, Apr 24, 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, Apr 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library

Meet me in the garden! Spring is here, and it is time to prepare the community garden for a new season. Learn about preparing and planning a spring garden.

Innovation Studio Classes - Orientation for Creative Devices

Thu, Apr 24, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1

Schedule a Sewing, Cricut, or Media Lab Orientation. Need personalized guidance? Book a one-on-one session with a staff member to learn about a specific machine, software, or project.

This event is full

Thu, Apr 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined

Learn how to use the 3D printer, a Cricut, and a Glowforge Laser Cutter.

Thu, Apr 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Swing by to enjoy Lego Club, STEAM programs, Crazy 8s, and Tech Time on a rotating basis. Every week is something new around here!

Fri, Apr 25, All day

Greenbrier Library - Art Wall

In honor of National Library Week (April 6-12), this month’s artists are the employees of Greenbrier Library. Please enjoy the diverse creativity of staff.

Fri, Apr 25, 10:00am - 5:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library

Find your next fascinating read or thrilling video at our monthly book sale. Choose from a selection of Books, audio books, DVDs at bargain prices.

Bilingual Storytime

Fri, Apr 25, 10:15am - 10:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

Let’s go on a bilingual language adventure combining books and songs in English and Spanish. All ages welcomed. No registration required.

Sat, Apr 26, All day

Greenbrier Library - Art Wall

In honor of National Library Week (April 6-12), this month’s artists are the employees of Greenbrier Library. Please enjoy the diverse creativity of staff.

Chesapeake Spring Art Festival

Sat, Apr 26, 10:00am - 5:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library

Find your next fascinating read or thrilling video at our monthly book sale. Choose from a selection of Books, audio books, DVDs at bargain prices.

Sat, Apr 26, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Chesapeake City Park - 900 City Park Drive, Chesapeake, VA 23320

Pop by to say "hi!" as you explore over 170 artists at this year's art show. Create art with our staff as they demonstrate lino printing. Look for us near the music stage and food trucks.

Journaling - Visual Arts Xpressions

Sat, Apr 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room

Need inspiration for your next journaling project? Let Susan Owens show you how to turn memories into treasures with art, whimsy, and words. Register to attend. Materials are furnished, and it's free!

Registration is now closed

Chesapeake Spring Art Festival

Sun, Apr 27, All day

Greenbrier Library - Art Wall

In honor of National Library Week (April 6-12), this month’s artists are the employees of Greenbrier Library. Please enjoy the diverse creativity of staff.

Sun, Apr 27, 11:00am - 5:00pm

Chesapeake City Park - 900 City Park Drive, Chesapeake, VA 23320

Pop by to say "hi!" as you explore over 170 artists at this year's art show. Create art with our staff as they demonstrate lino printing. Look for us near the music stage and food trucks.

Lyrical Magicians - Spoken Word Showcase

Sun, Apr 27, 1:00pm - 5:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library

Find your next fascinating read or thrilling video at our monthly book sale. Choose from a selection of Books, audio books, DVDs at bargain prices.

Sun, Apr 27, 1:30pm - 4:30pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room,Open Area

Spoken word can be magical when done well. This cadre of talented local word smiths have the power to spellbound listeners as they spin and twist phrases into meaningful messages.

Free Math Clinic

Sun, Apr 27, 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.

Bunco

Sun, Apr 27, 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.

Sun, Apr 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Central Library - Memory Lab

Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Memory Lab equipment. Please only sign up for one session. All other appointments for the lab will be made with staff.

This event is full

Mon, Apr 28, All day

Central Library - Youth Services

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

Mon, Apr 28, All day

Greenbrier Library - Art Wall

In honor of National Library Week (April 6-12), this month’s artists are the employees of Greenbrier Library. Please enjoy the diverse creativity of staff.

Mon, Apr 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library

Meet me in the garden! Spring is here, and it is time to prepare the community garden for a new season. Learn about preparing and planning a spring garden.

Mon, Apr 28, 10:15am - 10:45am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Featuring: stories, songs, and fun! Ages 6-24 months with caregiver

Mon, Apr 28, 10:15am - 10:45am

Major Hillard Library - Activity Room

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

Monday Morning Movies - Treasure Planet (2002)

Mon, Apr 28, 10:15am - 10:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Please register each child. Ages: 0-1 year old.

Mon, Apr 28, 10:30am - 1:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room

Start your day with a mid-morning blast of action, adventure, live-action, or comedy. We'll be serving up a weekly smorgasbord of reels sure to delight die-hard movie goers.

Mon, Apr 28, 11:15am - 11:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

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

Mon, Apr 28, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1

Schedule a Sewing, Cricut, or Media Lab Orientation. Need personalized guidance? Book a one-on-one session with a staff member to learn about a specific machine, software, or project.

This event is full

Mon, Apr 28, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Indian River Library - Conference Room

Learn the basics of using a smartphone. Topics include: powering on and off, texting, apps, taking photos, shooting video, and wireless printing in the library from your phone.

Mon, Apr 28, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center

Need help with homework or work on math skills? We can help with counting, money, comparing & ordering numbers, multiplication facts, & more. Grades 2-3.

This event is full

Mon, Apr 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Central Library - Memory Lab

Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Memory Lab equipment. Please only sign up for one session. All other appointments for the lab will be made with staff.

Mon, Apr 28, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center

Need help with homework or work on math skills? We can help with counting, money, comparing & ordering numbers, multiplication facts, & more. Grades 4-5.

The Sizzle Squad

Mon, Apr 28, 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, Apr 29, All day

Greenbrier Library - Art Wall

In honor of National Library Week (April 6-12), this month’s artists are the employees of Greenbrier Library. Please enjoy the diverse creativity of staff.

Tue, Apr 29, 10:00am - 11:00am

Central Library - Memory Lab

Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Memory Lab equipment. Please only sign up for one session. All other appointments for the lab will be made with staff.

Tue, Apr 29, 10:15am - 10:45am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Enjoy a fun way to develop early literacy skills in your children with music, dancing, singing, stories and exploration of simple musical concepts. Ages 0-6.

Tue, Apr 29, 10:15am - 10:45am

Major Hillard Library - Activity Room

Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun! Ages 6 - 24 months with caregiver.

Tue, Apr 29, 10:15am - 10:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

Preschoolers and their caregivers will enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs while growing your love of reading. Please register each child. Open to children ages: 3-5.

Plant Clinic - Sponsored by Virginia Cooperative Extension

Tue, Apr 29, 11:15am - 11:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

Preschoolers and their caregivers will enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs while growing your love of reading. Please register each child. Ages: 3-5

STEAM Time

Tue, Apr 29, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library

Join us as we explore of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math. Grades K - 5.

This event is full

Tue, Apr 29, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library

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

Activity Afternoon - Paper Card Crafting

Tue, Apr 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room

Nothing is better than receiving a handmade card! Create one-of-a kind Mother's Day cards to gift all the mother figures in your life. All supplies provided.

Innovation Studio Classes - Orientation for Creative Devices

Tue, Apr 29, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined

Learn how to use the 3D printer, a Cricut, and a Glowforge Laser Cutter.

Yogi Kids - Children's Yoga Class

Tue, Apr 29, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Curious about yoga? Learn movement and mindfulness skills, in a playful class, taught by a Registered Children’s Yoga Teacher. Bring a yoga mat or towel and wear comfortable clothes.

After School Tutoring

Tue, Apr 29, 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.

This event is full

Wed, Apr 30, All day

Greenbrier Library - Art Wall

In honor of National Library Week (April 6-12), this month’s artists are the employees of Greenbrier Library. Please enjoy the diverse creativity of staff.

Wed, Apr 30, 9:15am - 9:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregivers. Please register each child. Ages: 1-2

Registration opens Wednesday, April 23 2025 at 9:00am

Wed, Apr 30, 10:15am - 10:45am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

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

Wed, Apr 30, 10:15am - 10:45am

Major Hillard Library - Activity Room

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

Toddler Storytime - Preschool fun for families

Wed, Apr 30, 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, April 23 2025 at 9:00am

Wed, Apr 30, 10:30am - 11:00am

Indian River Library - Activity Room

Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.

Wed, Apr 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center

Have fun while working on math and reading. We will reinforce kindergarten and first grade math and reading skills. Grades K-1.

This event is full

Homeschool Hour - Story and Craft Time

Wed, Apr 30, 11:15am - 11:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregivers. Please register each child. Ages: 1-2

Registration opens Wednesday, April 23 2025 at 9:00am

Wed, Apr 30, 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.

Google Documents Basics

Wed, Apr 30, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Indian River Library - Conference Room

Get comfortable with Google Docs! Learn how to use its features for creating, renaming, editing, downloading, and printing documents.

This event is full

Wed, Apr 30, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center

Have fun while working on reading comprehension. We will reinforce phonetic skills, vocabulary, fluency and comprehension. Grades: 2-3.

This event is full

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

Wed, Apr 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Central Library - Activity Room

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

Registration opens Wednesday, April 23 2025 at 9:00am

Wed, Apr 30, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1

Schedule a Sewing, Cricut, or Media Lab Orientation. Need personalized guidance? Book a one-on-one session with a staff member to learn about a specific machine, software, or project.

This event is full

Wed, Apr 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center

Have fun while working on reading comprehension. We will reinforce phonetic skills, vocabulary, fluency and comprehension. Grades: 4-5.

Thu, May 01, All day

Russell Memorial Library - Art Wall

Find your new favorite artists! The local group, Elizabeth River Artists, are displaying pieces in watercolor, oil, pastel and mixed media.

Thu, May 01, 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, May 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library

Meet me in the garden! Spring is here, and it is time to prepare the community garden for a new season. Learn about preparing and planning a spring garden.

Thu, May 01, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1

Schedule a Sewing, Cricut, or Media Lab Orientation. Need personalized guidance? Book a one-on-one session with a staff member to learn about a specific machine, software, or project.

This event is full

Lego Club

Thu, May 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Build, explore, discover and create with Legos. Weekly themes, challenges and free building for ages 5 and up.

LEGO Club

Thu, May 01, 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.

Registration opens Thursday, April 24 2025 at 9:00am

Essence Book Club

Thu, May 01, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Online

Lively discussion first Thursday of every month of works by African or African-American authors. This month's discussion is His Name is George Floyd by Robert Samuel and Toluse Olorunnopa

Red Herring Readers - Mystery Book Club

Fri, May 02, All day

Russell Memorial Library - Art Wall

Find your new favorite artists! The local group, Elizabeth River Artists, are displaying pieces in watercolor, oil, pastel and mixed media.

Fri, May 02, 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 "Vinyl Resting Place" by Olivia Blacke.

Onyx Angels - Grief Support for Bereaved Families

Sat, May 03, All day

Russell Memorial Library - Art Wall

Find your new favorite artists! The local group, Elizabeth River Artists, are displaying pieces in watercolor, oil, pastel and mixed media.

Sat, May 03, 11:00am - 1:30pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room

Join Onyx Angels, a grief support group for parents and siblings. Share stories, connect, and honor your loved ones. Lunch is provided, and children are welcome.

Saturday Movie Matinee - National Pet Month

Sat, May 03, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Major Hillard Library - Youth Services

Celebrate National Pet Month and enjoy a family movie day with Homeward Bound! Popcorn and drinks will be provided.

Golden Oldies of the 50s & 60s - Older Americans Month

Sat, May 03, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room

Come out and hear some of your favorite songs and music from the 50's and 60's performed live. Artists covered include Elvis, Fats Domino, Pat Boone, and many more!

Cheerleader Storytime

Sat, May 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Major Hillard Library - Youth Services

Let's Cheer for stories! Enjoy storytime led by the Hugo Owens Middle School Cheerleaders. We'll have a family storytime filled with exciting stories, songs and activities for children.

Latin Line Dancing - Fitness & Fun

Sun, May 04, All day

Russell Memorial Library - Art Wall

Find your new favorite artists! The local group, Elizabeth River Artists, are displaying pieces in watercolor, oil, pastel and mixed media.

Star Wars Reads

Sun, May 04, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room,Youth Services

May the Fourth be with you! Don’t miss out on our family-friendly Star Wars event. Join us for lightsaber training, a Lego build, costume contest, dance party, and more. Have fun you will!

Sun, May 04, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Central Library - Activity Room,Divided Large Meeting Room 1

Join our dance “fiesta” with a mix of Latin and island-themed music from bachata, salsa, merengue, and reggaetón. No partner or experience is needed. All abilities are welcome.

Free Math Clinic

Sun, May 04, 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.

Latin Line Dancing - Fitness & Fun

Sun, May 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Central Library - Memory Lab

Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Memory Lab equipment. Please only sign up for one session. All other appointments for the lab will be made with staff.

Sun, May 04, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Indian River Library - Meeting Room

Join our dance “fiesta” with a mix of Latin and island-themed music from bachata, salsa, merengue, and reggaetón. No partner or experience is needed. All abilities are welcome.

Make and Take Monday: Animal Craft - National Pet Month

Mon, May 05, All day

Russell Memorial Library - Art Wall

Find your new favorite artists! The local group, Elizabeth River Artists, are displaying pieces in watercolor, oil, pastel and mixed media.

Mon, May 05, All day

Greenbrier Library

Looking for a fun craft to do? Stop by the children's room and make an animal craft! Available while supplies last.

Interactive Wish Tree: National Pet Month

Mon, May 05, 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. Available all day, while supplies last.

Mon, May 05, 9:00am - 7:00pm

Greenbrier Library - First Floor

Calling all animal lovers to assist the Chesapeake Animal Shelter Unit's Supply Drive! Visit the Wish Tree throughout the month of May to find an item to purchase and donate.

Rescheduled

Mon, May 05, 10:00am - 12:00pm

New date Monday, May 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library

Meet me in the garden! Spring is here, and it is time to prepare the community garden for a new season. Learn about preparing and planning a spring garden.

Mon, May 05, 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, May 05, 10:15am - 10:45am

Major Hillard Library - Activity Room

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

Monday Morning Movies - Shrek (2001)

Mon, May 05, 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, April 28 2025 at 9:00am

Mon, May 05, 10:30am - 1:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room

Start your day with a mid-morning blast of action, adventure, live-action, or comedy. We'll be serving up a weekly smorgasbord of reels sure to delight die-hard movie goers.

Mon, May 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library

Meet me in the garden! Spring is here, and it is time to prepare the community garden for a new season. Learn about preparing and planning a spring garden.

Mon, May 05, 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

Books & Hooks

Mon, May 05, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library

Join this beginner-friendly group to learn a few crochet basics, refine your craft, or pick up new project ideas! Bring a project in-progress or start something from scratch with supplies provided.

Mon, May 05, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1

Schedule a Sewing, Cricut, or Media Lab Orientation. Need personalized guidance? Book a one-on-one session with a staff member to learn about a specific machine, software, or project.

This event is full

Mon, May 05, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Indian River Library - Conference Room

Learn the basics of using a smartphone. Topics will include powering on and off, texting, apps, taking photos, shooting video, and wireless printing in the library from your phone.

Follow Your Art

Mon, May 05, 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, April 28 2025 at 9:00am

Mon, May 05, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center

Need help with homework or work on math skills? We can help with counting, money, comparing & ordering numbers, multiplication facts, & more. Grades 2-3.

This event is full

Mon, May 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Central Library - Memory Lab

Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Memory Lab equipment. Please only sign up for one session. All other appointments for the lab will be made with staff.

Mon, May 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center

Need help with homework or work on math skills? We can help with counting, money, comparing & ordering numbers, multiplication facts, & more. Grades 4-5.

Tue, May 06, All day

Russell Memorial Library - Art Wall

Find your new favorite artists! The local group, Elizabeth River Artists, are displaying pieces in watercolor, oil, pastel and mixed media.

Tue, May 06, 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.

Red Cross Blood Drive

Tue, May 06, 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, May 06, 10:00am - 11:00am

Central Library - Memory Lab

Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Memory Lab equipment. Please only sign up for one session. All other appointments for the lab will be made with staff.

Tue, May 06, 10:15am - 10:45am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Enjoy a fun way to develop early literacy skills in your children with music, dancing, singing, stories and exploration of simple musical concepts. Ages 0-6.

Tue, May 06, 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, May 06, 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. Open to children ages 3-5.

Registration opens Tuesday, April 29 2025 at 9:00am

Tue, May 06, 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.

Yogi Kids - Children's Yoga Class

Tue, May 06, 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. Open to children ages 3-5.

Registration opens Tuesday, April 29 2025 at 9:00am

Candlecraft with Gel Wax

Tue, May 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library

Learn how to craft stunning candles using gel wax. Our instructor will guide you through the process step by step, from prepping your materials to pouring and customizing your candle.

Tue, May 06, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Curious about yoga? Learn movement and mindfulness skills, in a playful class, taught by a Registered Children’s Yoga Teacher. Bring a yoga mat or towel and wear comfortable clothes.

After School Tutoring

Tue, May 06, 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, May 07, All day

Russell Memorial Library - Art Wall

Find your new favorite artists! The local group, Elizabeth River Artists, are displaying pieces in watercolor, oil, pastel and mixed media.

Wed, May 07, 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. Open to ages 1-2.

Registration opens Wednesday, April 30 2025 at 9:00am

Wed, May 07, 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.

Wed, May 07, 10:15am - 10:45am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

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

Wed, May 07, 10:15am - 10:45am

Major Hillard Library - Activity Room

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

Wed, May 07, 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, April 30 2025 at 9:00am

Wed, May 07, 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.

Wed, May 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center

Have fun while working on math and reading. We will reinforce kindergarten and first grade math and reading skills. Grades K-1.

This event is full

Wed, May 07, 11:15am - 11:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregivers. Please register each child. Open to ages 1-2.

Registration opens Wednesday, April 30 2025 at 9:00am

Internet Basics

Wed, May 07, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Indian River Library - Conference Room

Learn how to find and evaluate information online. Topics include learning about browsers, search engines, websites, and hyperlinks.

Wed, May 07, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center

Have fun while working on reading comprehension. We will reinforce phonetic skills, vocabulary, fluency and comprehension. Grades: 2-3.

This event is full

Wed, May 07, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1

Schedule a Sewing, Cricut, or Media Lab Orientation. Need personalized guidance? Book a one-on-one session with a staff member to learn about a specific machine, software, or project.

Wed, May 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center

Have fun while working on reading comprehension. We will reinforce phonetic skills, vocabulary, fluency and comprehension. Grades: 4-5.

Wed, May 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Drop-in after school to mess around with tech and things like video games, recipes, and more.

Thu, May 08, All day

Russell Memorial Library - Art Wall

Find your new favorite artists! The local group, Elizabeth River Artists, are displaying pieces in watercolor, oil, pastel and mixed media.

Thu, May 08, 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, May 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library

Meet me in the garden! Spring is here, and it is time to prepare the community garden for a new season. Learn about preparing and planning a spring garden.

Thu, May 08, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1

Schedule a Sewing, Cricut, or Media Lab Orientation. Need personalized guidance? Book a one-on-one session with a staff member to learn about a specific machine, software, or project.

This event is full

Animal Collars for Stuffed Animals

Thu, May 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Swing by to enjoy Lego Club, STEAM programs, Crazy 8s, and Tech Time on a rotating basis. Every week is something new around here!

Thu, May 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Make a collar for your stuffed animal! Use ribbon, beads, pipe cleaners, and more to make unique collars for your favorite plush animal or toy.

Fri, May 09, All day

Russell Memorial Library - Art Wall

Find your new favorite artists! The local group, Elizabeth River Artists, are displaying pieces in watercolor, oil, pastel and mixed media.

Quilty Kindness

Fri, May 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Central Library - Small Meeting Room

Quilting Club. All are welcome.

Bilingual Storytime

Fri, May 09, 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 is required.

Stuffies for Puppies - National Pet Month

Sat, May 10, All day

Russell Memorial Library - Art Wall

Find your new favorite artists! The local group, Elizabeth River Artists, are displaying pieces in watercolor, oil, pastel and mixed media.

Kitty Cafe

Sat, May 10, 10:00am - 1:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room

Looking to have a purrfectly good time? Enjoy some furry friends with drinks and snacks at the Kitty Café! Kittens and cats from the Lil’ Roar Cat Rescue will be available to cuddle and snuggle!

Shobou Con Chibi

Sat, May 10, 11:00am - 3:00pm

Central Library

Our annual mini con celebrating anime, manga and East Asian culture is back! Con-goers will enjoy a colorful and action-packed schedule, including activities, panels, cosplay, and vendors.

Sat, May 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Innovation Studio 2,Innovation Studio 3

Celebrate National Pet Month by making toys for the Chesapeake Animal Shelter. We will turn unwanted stuffed animals into safe toys for puppies. Bring a stuffie to donate or transform one of ours.

Wading Bird Nest Monitoring Program - Tidewater Rehabilitation and Environmental Education

Sat, May 10, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Indian River Library - Meeting Room

Learn how to participate in TREE's wading bird nest monitoring program, observing bird development and provide safe rescue and transport if necessary.

Sun, May 11, All day

Russell Memorial Library - Art Wall

Find your new favorite artists! The local group, Elizabeth River Artists, are displaying pieces in watercolor, oil, pastel and mixed media.

Quilty Kindness

Sun, May 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Central Library - Small Meeting Room

Quilting Club. All are welcome.

Sun, May 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Central Library - Memory Lab

Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Memory Lab equipment. Please only sign up for one session. All other appointments for the lab will be made with staff.

Monday Maker Labs

Mon, May 12, All day

Russell Memorial Library - Youth Services

Jump into a new world of people, places, and things with themed crafts every Monday.

Make and Take Monday: Animal Craft - National Pet Month

Mon, May 12, All day

Russell Memorial Library - Art Wall

Find your new favorite artists! The local group, Elizabeth River Artists, are displaying pieces in watercolor, oil, pastel and mixed media.

Mon, May 12, All day

Greenbrier Library

Looking for a fun craft to do? Stop by the children's room and make an animal craft! Available while supplies last.

Interactive Wish Tree: National Pet Month

Mon, May 12, 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. Available all day, while supplies last.

Mon, May 12, 9:00am - 7:00pm

Greenbrier Library - First Floor

Calling all animal lovers to assist the Chesapeake Animal Shelter Unit's Supply Drive! Visit the Wish Tree throughout the month of May to find an item to purchase and donate.

Rescheduled

Mon, May 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm

New date Monday, May 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library

Meet me in the garden! Spring is here, and it is time to prepare the community garden for a new season. Learn about preparing and planning a spring garden.

Cancelled

Mon, May 12, 10:15am - 10:45am

Greenbrier Library

Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Featuring: stories, songs, and fun! Ages 6-24 months with caregiver

Family Storytime: Stuffed Animal Parade - National Pet Month

Mon, May 12, 10:15am - 10:45am

Major Hillard Library - Activity Room

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

Mon, May 12, 10:15am - 10:45am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together. Bring your stuffed animal for a special parade around the library.

Monday Morning Movies - Sonic the Hedgehog (2020)

Mon, May 12, 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, May 5 2025 at 9:00am

Mon, May 12, 10:30am - 1:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room

Start your day with a mid-morning blast of action, adventure, live-action, or comedy. We'll be serving up a weekly smorgasbord of reels sure to delight die-hard movie goers.

Mon, May 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library

Meet me in the garden! Spring is here, and it is time to prepare the community garden for a new season. Learn about preparing and planning a spring garden.

Mon, May 12, 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, May 12, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1

Schedule a Sewing, Cricut, or Media Lab Orientation. Need personalized guidance? Book a one-on-one session with a staff member to learn about a specific machine, software, or project.

This event is full

Mon, May 12, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Indian River Library - Conference Room

Learn the basics of using a smartphone. Topics will include powering on and off, texting, apps, taking photos, shooting video, and wireless printing in the library from your phone.

Legal Aid Drop-Ins

Mon, May 12, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor

Low-income residents can drop in for consultations with a Legal Aid of Eastern Virginia lawyer. Get guidance on legal issues like eviction, debt, domestic violence, and more for free.

Mon, May 12, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center

Need help with homework or work on math skills? We can help with counting, money, comparing & ordering numbers, multiplication facts, & more. Grades 2-3.

This event is full

Muse Mondays

Mon, May 12, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

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.

Mon, May 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Central Library - Memory Lab

Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Memory Lab equipment. Please only sign up for one session. All other appointments for the lab will be made with staff.

Mon, May 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center

Need help with homework or work on math skills? We can help with counting, money, comparing & ordering numbers, multiplication facts, & more. Grades 4-5.

Tue, May 13, All day

Russell Memorial Library - Art Wall

Find your new favorite artists! The local group, Elizabeth River Artists, are displaying pieces in watercolor, oil, pastel and mixed media.

Tue, May 13, 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.

Tue, May 13, 10:00am - 11:00am

Central Library - Memory Lab

Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Memory Lab equipment. Please only sign up for one session. All other appointments for the lab will be made with staff.

Tue, May 13, 10:15am - 10:45am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Enjoy a fun way to develop early literacy skills in your children with music, dancing, singing, stories and exploration of simple musical concepts. Ages 0-6.

Tue, May 13, 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.

Plant Clinic - Sponsored by Virginia Cooperative Extension

Tue, May 13, 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.

STEAM Time

Tue, May 13, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library

Join us as we explore of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math. Grades K - 5.

This event is full

Email Basics

Tue, May 13, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Indian River Library - Conference Room

Learn how to read and send email using a web-based program. We will cover topics such as composing new messages, reading and replying to messages, attachments, and inbox organization.

Tue, May 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Major Hillard Library - Open Area

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

Activity Afternoon - Cherry Blossom Windsock

Tue, May 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage month with us! Stop by and create a colorful cherry blossom windsock. All supplies provided.

Yogi Kids - Children's Yoga Class

Tue, May 13, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Curious about yoga? Learn movement and mindfulness skills, in a playful class, taught by a Registered Children’s Yoga Teacher. Bring a yoga mat or towel and wear comfortable clothes.

Wed, May 14, All day

Russell Memorial Library - Art Wall

Find your new favorite artists! The local group, Elizabeth River Artists, are displaying pieces in watercolor, oil, pastel and mixed media.

Wed, May 14, 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. Open to ages 1-2.

Registration opens Wednesday, May 7 2025 at 9:00am

Wed, May 14, 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.

Wed, May 14, 10:15am - 10:45am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

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

Wed, May 14, 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, May 14, 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. Open to ages 1-2.

Registration opens Wednesday, May 7 2025 at 9:00am

Wed, May 14, 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.

Wed, May 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center

Have fun while working on math and reading. We will reinforce kindergarten and first grade math and reading skills. Grades K-1.

Magic and Mentalism with Sean McKenzie - Older Americans Month

Wed, May 14, 11:15am - 11:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregivers. Please register each child. Open to ages 1-2.

Registration opens Wednesday, May 7 2025 at 9:00am

Wed, May 14, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room

Prepare for an unforgettable afternoon of wonder as mentalist and card magician Sean McKenzie presents a live performance that blurs the line between illusion and reality.

Wed, May 14, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center

Have fun while working on reading comprehension. We will reinforce phonetic skills, vocabulary, fluency and comprehension. Grades: 2-3.

This event is full

Wed, May 14, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1

Schedule a Sewing, Cricut, or Media Lab Orientation. Need personalized guidance? Book a one-on-one session with a staff member to learn about a specific machine, software, or project.

Wed, May 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center

Have fun while working on reading comprehension. We will reinforce phonetic skills, vocabulary, fluency and comprehension. Grades: 4-5.

Wed, May 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Drop-in after school to mess around with tech and things like video games, recipes, and more.

Pre-school STEAM-Ventures

Thu, May 15, All day

Russell Memorial Library - Art Wall

Find your new favorite artists! The local group, Elizabeth River Artists, are displaying pieces in watercolor, oil, pastel and mixed media.

Thu, May 15, 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, May 15, 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, May 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library

Meet me in the garden! Spring is here, and it is time to prepare the community garden for a new season. Learn about preparing and planning a spring garden.

Thu, May 15, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1

Schedule a Sewing, Cricut, or Media Lab Orientation. Need personalized guidance? Book a one-on-one session with a staff member to learn about a specific machine, software, or project.

Lego Club

Thu, May 15, 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.

Yadas Online Book Club - The Briar Club by Kate Quinn

Thu, May 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Swing by to enjoy Lego Club, STEAM programs, Crazy 8s, and Tech Time on a rotating basis. Every week is something new around here!

Thu, May 15, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Online Events - Online Event Room 2

Explore contemporary adult fiction and non-fiction with our online book club.

Pre-school STEAM-Ventures

Fri, May 16, All day

Russell Memorial Library - Art Wall

Find your new favorite artists! The local group, Elizabeth River Artists, are displaying pieces in watercolor, oil, pastel and mixed media.

Cancelled

Fri, May 16, 10:00am - 11:00am

Greenbrier Library

Explore the world of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math through hands-on experiments and activities.

Ready Readers

Fri, May 16, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Calling all big kids! Problem solve, brainstorm, and read in our new advanced level Storytime!

Book Bonanza - Friends of the Library Book Sale

Sat, May 17, All day

Russell Memorial Library - Art Wall

Find your new favorite artists! The local group, Elizabeth River Artists, are displaying pieces in watercolor, oil, pastel and mixed media.

Newborns In Need

Sat, May 17, 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.

Tabletop Gaming

Sat, May 17, 10:15am - 4:30pm

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, May 17, 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.

Manga Drawing Workshop - Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Sat, May 17, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Live your manga fantasy! Learn how to create your own manga with Virginia Manga Hub who will teach you everything from characters and crafting expressions to story ideas, layouts, and page design.

Onyx Angels - Grief Support for Bereaved Families

Sat, May 17, 11:00am - 1:30pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room

Join Onyx Angels, a grief support group for parents and siblings. Share stories, connect, and honor your loved ones. Lunch is provided, and children are welcome.

Chesapeake Animal Services - National Pet Month

Sat, May 17, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Major Hillard Library - Atrium

Find your forever pet or help care for animals in need. Chesapeake Animal Shelter invites you to explore adoption, fostering, and volunteer options.

Pet Care Workshop - National Pet Month

Sat, May 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Major Hillard Library - Activity Room

Gain valuable insights from Chesapeake Animal Shelter. Learn about responsible pet care and how to choose a pet that fits your family.

Crafts for a Cause - National Pet Month

Sat, May 17, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Major Hillard Library - Youth Services

Get crafty for a cause! Make a toy or blanket for local shelter animals at the library. Supplies will be provided.

Manga Drawing Workshop - Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Sat, May 17, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - Youth Services

Live your manga fantasy! Learn how to create your own manga with Virginia Manga Hub who will teach you everything from characters and crafting expressions to story ideas, layouts, and page design.

Cheerleader Storytime

Sat, May 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Major Hillard Library - Activity Room

Let's Cheer for stories! Enjoy storytime led by the Hugo Owens Middle School Cheerleaders. We'll have a family storytime filled with exciting stories, songs and activities for children.

Sun, May 18, All day

Russell Memorial Library - Art Wall

Find your new favorite artists! The local group, Elizabeth River Artists, are displaying pieces in watercolor, oil, pastel and mixed media.

Free Math Clinic

Sun, May 18, 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.

Bunco

Sun, May 18, 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.

Painting with Mr. Fuertes

Sun, May 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Central Library - Memory Lab

Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Memory Lab equipment. Please only sign up for one session. All other appointments for the lab will be made with staff.

Sun, May 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Greenbrier Library

Spend an afternoon painting with local artist, Richard F. Fuertes. His emphasis will be on expression and healing. Supplies provided; bring your imagination!

Registration opens Sunday, May 4 2025 at 9:00am

Monday Maker Labs

Mon, May 19, All day

Russell Memorial Library - Youth Services

Jump into a new world of people, places, and things with themed crafts every Monday.

Make and Take Monday: Animal Craft - National Pet Month

Mon, May 19, All day

Russell Memorial Library - Art Wall

Find your new favorite artists! The local group, Elizabeth River Artists, are displaying pieces in watercolor, oil, pastel and mixed media.

Mon, May 19, All day

Greenbrier Library

Looking for a fun craft to do? Stop by the children's room and make an animal craft! Available while supplies last.

Interactive Wish Tree: National Pet Month

Mon, May 19, 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. Available all day, while supplies last.

Mon, May 19, 9:00am - 7:00pm

Greenbrier Library - First Floor

Calling all animal lovers to assist the Chesapeake Animal Shelter Unit's Supply Drive! Visit the Wish Tree throughout the month of May to find an item to purchase and donate.

Rescheduled

Mon, May 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm

New date Monday, May 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library

Meet me in the garden! Spring is here, and it is time to prepare the community garden for a new season. Learn about preparing and planning a spring garden.

Mon, May 19, 10:00am - 7:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor

Find your next fascinating read or thrilling Video at out monthly book sale. Choose from a selection of books, audio books, and DVDs at bargain prices.

Mon, May 19, 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, May 19, 10:15am - 10:45am

Major Hillard Library - Activity Room

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

Monday Morning Movies - The Super Mario Bros. Movie (2023)

Mon, May 19, 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, May 12 2025 at 9:00am

Mon, May 19, 10:30am - 1:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room

Start your day with a mid-morning blast of action, adventure, live-action, or comedy. We'll be serving up a weekly smorgasbord of reels sure to delight die-hard movie goers.

Mon, May 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library

Meet me in the garden! Spring is here, and it is time to prepare the community garden for a new season. Learn about preparing and planning a spring garden.

Mon, May 19, 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, May 19, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1

Schedule a Sewing, Cricut, or Media Lab Orientation. Need personalized guidance? Book a one-on-one session with a staff member to learn about a specific machine, software, or project.

This event is full

Mon, May 19, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Indian River Library - Conference Room

Learn the basics of using a smartphone. Topics will include powering on and off, texting, apps, taking photos, shooting video, and wireless printing in the library from your phone.

Mon, May 19, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center

Need help with homework or work on math skills? We can help with counting, money, comparing & ordering numbers, multiplication facts, & more. Grades 2-3.

This event is full

Muse Mondays

Mon, May 19, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

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.

Mon, May 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Central Library - Memory Lab

Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Memory Lab equipment. Please only sign up for one session. All other appointments for the lab will be made with staff.

Mon, May 19, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center

Need help with homework or work on math skills? We can help with counting, money, comparing & ordering numbers, multiplication facts, & more. Grades 4-5.

The Sizzle Squad

Mon, May 19, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Indian River Library - Conference Room

Join a support group focused on Women's health issues. We'll share tips and stories for embracing life's different phases with understanding and compassion.

Tue, May 20, All day

Russell Memorial Library - Art Wall

Find your new favorite artists! The local group, Elizabeth River Artists, are displaying pieces in watercolor, oil, pastel and mixed media.

Tue, May 20, 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.

Tue, May 20, 10:00am - 7:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor

Find your next fascinating read or thrilling Video at out monthly book sale. Choose from a selection of books, audio books, and DVDs at bargain prices.

Tue, May 20, 10:00am - 11:00am

Central Library - Memory Lab

Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Memory Lab equipment. Please only sign up for one session. All other appointments for the lab will be made with staff.

Cancelled

Tue, May 20, 10:15am - 10:45am

Greenbrier Library

Enjoy a fun way to develop early literacy skills in your children with music, dancing, singing, stories and exploration of simple musical concepts. Ages 0-6.

Move and Groove - National Pet Month

Tue, May 20, 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, May 20, 10:15am - 10:45am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Enjoy a fun way to develop early literacy skills in your children with animal-themed music, dancing, singing, stories and exploration of simple musical concepts. Open to ages 0-6.

Tue, May 20, 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. Open to children ages 3-5.

Registration opens Tuesday, May 13 2025 at 9:00am

Deep Creek Reads - Book Club

Tue, May 20, 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.

Tue, May 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Major Hillard Library - Conference Room

Love to share book recommendations with others and enjoy reading a variety of different genres? This book club is for you! Read any book that fits your interests and discuss it with the group.

Wed, May 21, All day

Russell Memorial Library - Art Wall

Find your new favorite artists! The local group, Elizabeth River Artists, are displaying pieces in watercolor, oil, pastel and mixed media.

Wed, May 21, 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. Open to ages 1-2.

Registration opens Wednesday, May 14 2025 at 9:00am

Wed, May 21, 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.

Wed, May 21, 10:00am - 7:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor

Find your next fascinating read or thrilling Video at out monthly book sale. Choose from a selection of books, audio books, and DVDs at bargain prices.

Wed, May 21, 10:15am - 10:45am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

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

Wed, May 21, 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, May 21, 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. Open to ages 1-2.

Registration opens Wednesday, May 14 2025 at 9:00am

Wed, May 21, 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.

Wed, May 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center

Have fun while working on math and reading. We will reinforce kindergarten and first grade math and reading skills. Grades K-1.

This event is full

Notes from the Silk Road: Chinese Cultural Presentation - Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Wed, May 21, 11:15am - 11:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregivers. Please register each child. Open to ages 1-2.

Registration opens Wednesday, May 14 2025 at 9:00am

Google Documents Basics

Wed, May 21, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Indian River Library - Conference Room

Get comfortable with Google Docs! Learn how to use its features for creating, renaming, editing, downloading, and printing documents.

Wed, May 21, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Experience the vibrant world of Chinese culture through live performances, festive dances, and a glimpse at the family traditions and customs that have shaped China for centuries.

Registration opens Wednesday, May 7 2025 at 9:00am

Wed, May 21, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center

Have fun while working on reading comprehension. We will reinforce phonetic skills, vocabulary, fluency and comprehension. Grades: 2-3.

This event is full

Wed, May 21, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1

Schedule a Sewing, Cricut, or Media Lab Orientation. Need personalized guidance? Book a one-on-one session with a staff member to learn about a specific machine, software, or project.

Wed, May 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center

Have fun while working on reading comprehension. We will reinforce phonetic skills, vocabulary, fluency and comprehension. Grades: 4-5.

Wed, May 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Drop-in after school to mess around with tech and things like video games, recipes, and more.

Novel Ladies Book Club

Wed, May 21, 5:30pm - 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!

Thu, May 22, All day

Russell Memorial Library - Art Wall

Find your new favorite artists! The local group, Elizabeth River Artists, are displaying pieces in watercolor, oil, pastel and mixed media.

Music Makers

Thu, May 22, 10:00am - 10:45am

Central Library - Small Meeting Room

Let loose at this fun and interactive music class designed for preschoolers to explore the joys of sound, rhythm, and melody through singing, clapping, dancing, and playing simple instruments.

Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 9:00am

Thu, May 22, 10:00am - 7:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor

Find your next fascinating read or thrilling Video at out monthly book sale. Choose from a selection of books, audio books, and DVDs at bargain prices.

Thu, May 22, 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, May 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library

Meet me in the garden! Spring is here, and it is time to prepare the community garden for a new season. Learn about preparing and planning a spring garden.

Thu, May 22, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1

Schedule a Sewing, Cricut, or Media Lab Orientation. Need personalized guidance? Book a one-on-one session with a staff member to learn about a specific machine, software, or project.

Thu, May 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Swing by to enjoy Lego Club, STEAM programs, Crazy 8s, and Tech Time on a rotating basis. Every week is something new around here!

Fri, May 23, All day

Russell Memorial Library - Art Wall

Find your new favorite artists! The local group, Elizabeth River Artists, are displaying pieces in watercolor, oil, pastel and mixed media.