Garden Days

Tue, 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.

Red Cross Blood Drive

Tue, Apr 01, 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, Apr 01, 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.

Registration is now closed

Tue, Apr 01, 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 01, 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 01, 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 is now closed

Tue, 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.

Tue, Apr 01, 11:15am - 11:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

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

Registration is now closed

STEAM Time

Tue, Apr 01, 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.

Registration is now closed

Tue, Apr 01, 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.

Tue, Apr 01, 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.

Registration is now closed

Wed, Apr 02, 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 02, 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 02, 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 02, 10:15am - 10:45am

Major Hillard Library - Activity Room

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

Wed, Apr 02, 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.

This event is full

Wed, Apr 02, 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 02, 10:30am - 11:00am

Indian River Library - Main Area

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

Cancelled

Wed, Apr 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library

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

Innovation Studio Classes - Orientation for Creative Devices

Wed, Apr 02, 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.

Internet Basics

Wed, Apr 02, 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.

This event is full

Wed, Apr 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined

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

Cancelled

Wed, Apr 02, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library

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

Wed, Apr 02, 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

Cancelled

Wed, Apr 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library

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

Wed, Apr 02, 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.

Cancelled

Thu, Apr 03, 10:15am - 11:15am

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library

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 03, 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, Apr 03, 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, Apr 03, 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, Apr 03, 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.

Red Herring Readers - Mystery Book Club

Thu, Apr 03, 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!

Pokémon Club

Thu, Apr 03, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

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

Embark on a Pokémon Adventure! Bring your own deck or choose from one of our pre-built options, and learn to battle and strategize at any skill level. No trading or selling cards at this program.

Essence Book Club

Thu, Apr 03, 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 Selected Poems by Gwendolyn Brooks

Fri, Apr 04, 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 "Dark Ride" by Lou Berney.

Fresh and Fit Block Party

Sat, Apr 05, 11:00am - 3:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Community Center - Gymnasium - 2019 Windy Rd, Chesapeake, VA 23324

Come out and celebrate a healthier you with fun, fitness, and community spirit! This health and wellness fair offers free medical services, health screenings, and wellness resources.

Onyx Angels - Grief Support for Bereaved Families

Sat, Apr 05, 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.

Cheerleader Storytime

Sat, Apr 05, 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.

Free Math Clinic

Sun, Apr 06, 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.

Sun, Apr 06, 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

Monday Maker Labs

Mon, Apr 07, All day

Russell Memorial Library - Youth Services

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

Activity Time for Adults with Diverse Abilities

Mon, Apr 07, All day

Central Library - Youth Services

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

Mon, Apr 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm

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

Calling all adults of all abilities! Join us inside for movies, games, and activities designed to entertain and delight everyone.

Mon, Apr 07, 10:15am - 10:45am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

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

Monday Morning Movies - Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest (2006)

Mon, Apr 07, 10:15am - 10:45am

Major Hillard Library - Activity Room

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

Baby Storytime

Mon, Apr 07, 10:15am - 10:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

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

Mon, Apr 07, 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 07, 11:15am - 11:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

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

Cancelled

Books & Hooks

Mon, Apr 07, 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, Apr 07, 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.

Mon, Apr 07, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Indian River Library - Conference Room

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

Follow Your Art

Mon, Apr 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Central Library - Activity Room

Partake in a monthly creative and fun art class. Journey into anything and everything art – painting, stamping, printmaking, and more. Registration Required. Open to ages 5-11.

This event is full

Mon, Apr 07, 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, Apr 07, 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, Apr 07, 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 07, 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, Apr 08, 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, Apr 08, 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 08, 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 08, 10:15am - 10:45am

Major Hillard Library - Activity Room

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

Tue, Apr 08, 10:15am - 10:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

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

Tue, Apr 08, 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.

Rescheduled

Tue, Apr 08, 11:00am - 1:00pm

New date Tuesday, April 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library

Calling all young builders and creators! Join us for an exciting program where imagination takes the lead and creativity knows no bounds.

Tue, Apr 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm

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

Calling all young builders and creators! Join us for an exciting program where imagination takes the lead and creativity knows no bounds.

Plant Clinic - Sponsored by Virginia Cooperative Extension

Tue, Apr 08, 11:15am - 11:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

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

Google Documents Basics

Tue, Apr 08, 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.

Tue, Apr 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial 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.

Tue, Apr 08, 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.

Tue, Apr 08, 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, Apr 09, 9:15am - 9:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

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

Registration opens Wednesday, April 2 2025 at 9:00am

Wed, Apr 09, 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 09, 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 09, 10:15am - 10:45am

Major Hillard Library - Activity Room

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

Wed, Apr 09, 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.

Registration opens Wednesday, April 2 2025 at 9:00am

Wed, Apr 09, 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 09, 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

Cricut Basics: Learn And Create - Makerspace Series

Wed, Apr 09, 11:15am - 11:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

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

Registration opens Wednesday, April 2 2025 at 9:00am

Homeschool Hour: STEAM

Wed, Apr 09, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Can your creation survive a hurricane? Come out to a hands-on STEAM challenge to build and test structures against wind and water! Experiment, problem-solve, and see if your design stands strong.

Wed, Apr 09, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

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

Join us for a hands-on introduction to Cricut, the cutting machine that makes crafting easy and fun!

Wed, Apr 09, 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 09, 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 09, 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.

Read the Rainbow! - Book Club

Wed, Apr 09, 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 09, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

The Garage Brewery - 1011 Eden Way N, Chesapeake, VA 23320

Check out our new off-site LGBTQAI+ silent book club, Read the Rainbow, which meets every other month. Read a book of your choice for this meeting's theme: Contemporary, Romance, or Humor!

Thu, Apr 10, 10:15am - 11:15am

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

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

Thu, Apr 10, 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, Apr 10, 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

The Sewcial Club - Makerspace

Thu, Apr 10, 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!

Pokémon Club

Thu, Apr 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

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

Embark on a Pokémon Adventure! Bring your own deck or choose from one of our pre-built options, and learn to battle and strategize at any skill level. No trading or selling cards at this program.

Bilingual Storytime

Fri, Apr 11, 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 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

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

Sewist of all levels. Bring your own projects or work on fun beginner projects.

This event is full

Latin Line Dancing - Fitness & Fun

Sun, Apr 13, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

New venue Central Library - Small Meeting Room

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

This event is full

Quilty Kindness

Sun, Apr 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Central Library - Large Meeting Room

Quilting Club. All are welcome.

Latin Line Dance - Fitness & Fun

Sun, Apr 13, 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

Cancelled

Sun, Apr 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library

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

Latin Line Dancing - Fitness & Fun

Sun, Apr 13, 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.

Monday Maker Labs

Mon, Apr 14, All day

Russell Memorial Library - Youth Services

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

Mon, Apr 14, 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 14, 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 14, 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

Monday Morning Movies - Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End (2007)

Mon, Apr 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.

Mon, Apr 14, 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 14, 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.

Mon, Apr 14, 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.

Legal Aid Drop-Ins

Mon, Apr 14, 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.

Muse Mondays

Mon, Apr 14, 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, Apr 14, 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.

Tue, Apr 15, 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, Apr 15, 10:00am - 3:00pm

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.

Spring Fling

Tue, Apr 15, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Central Library - Youth Services

Hop on over to the library for some exciting spring activities. Kids will enjoy crafts and activity stations.

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

Major Hillard Library - Activity Room

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

Plant Clinic - Sponsored by Virginia Cooperative Extension

Tue, Apr 15, 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, Apr 15, 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

Deep Creek Reads

Tue, Apr 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Major Hillard Library - Conference Room

Love to share book recommendations with others? Do you enjoy reading a variety of different genre? This book club is for you. Join us the third Tuesday of the month for our afternoon book club.

Tue, Apr 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Russell Memorial 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.

Slay the Stacks Teen Book Club - Virtual

Tue, Apr 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Online Events - Online Event Room 1

Did you read a contemporary, adventure, historical or romance book that you loved or hated during the Spring 2025 challenge? Come talk with us about it during our quarterly meeting and earn a badge.

Innovation Studio Classes - Orientation for Creative Devices

Tue, Apr 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined

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

Tue, Apr 15, 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, Apr 16, 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 16, 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 16, 10:15am - 10:45am

Major Hillard Library - Activity Room

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

Wed, Apr 16, 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 16, 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

Computer Basics

Wed, Apr 16, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Indian River Library - Conference Room

New to computers? Let us help you get started with this beginner's class. We will cover topics on computer terminology and operation, including exercises on how to use a mouse.

Spring Fling

Wed, Apr 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Celebrate Spring with themed crafts and games! Then, test out your green thumb in a gardening activity. Enjoy Spring Break at this family-friendly event.

Wed, Apr 16, 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

Pre-school STEAM-Ventures

Wed, Apr 16, 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, Apr 16, 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, Apr 17, 10:00am - 11:00am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

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

Music Makers

Thu, Apr 17, 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, April 10 2025 at 9:00am

Thu, Apr 17, 10:15am - 11:15am

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

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

Thu, Apr 17, 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, Apr 17, 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, Apr 17, 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 Hazelbourne Ladies Motorcycle and Flying Club

Thu, Apr 17, 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!

Pokémon Club

Thu, Apr 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

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

Embark on a Pokémon Adventure! Bring your own deck or choose from one of our pre-built options, and learn to battle and strategize at any skill level. No trading or selling cards at this program.

Thu, Apr 17, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Online Events - Online Event Room 2

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

Quilty Kindness

Fri, Apr 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Central Library - Small Meeting Room

Quilting Club. All are welcome.

Hoppy Bunny Day

Fri, Apr 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Indian River Library - Meeting Room

Hop on in and have an egg-cellent time enjoying crafts, games, and take a picture with the Easter Bunny!

Newborns In Need

Sat, Apr 19, 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.

Book Bonanza - Friends of the Library Book Sale

Sat, Apr 19, 10:30am - 1:00pm

Central Library - Large Meeting Room

Stop by to browse from a great selection of books for all ages at this monthly sale. FOL members enjoy early entry at 9:30 a.m. Proceeds benefit library special events and early childhood initiatives.

Onyx Angels - Grief Support for Bereaved Families

Sat, Apr 19, 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.

Cheerleader Storytime

Sat, Apr 19, 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.

Monday Maker Labs

Mon, Apr 21, All day

Russell Memorial Library - Youth Services

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

Mon, Apr 21, All day

Central Library - Youth Services

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

Mon, Apr 21, 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 21, 10:00am - 7:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor

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

Mon, Apr 21, 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

Monday Morning Movies - Turning Red (2022)

Mon, Apr 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.

Baby Storytime

Mon, Apr 21, 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 14 2025 at 9:00am

Mon, Apr 21, 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 21, 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 21, 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 21, 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 21, 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, Apr 21, 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, Apr 21, 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 21, 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, Apr 22, 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, Apr 22, 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.

Tue, Apr 22, 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 22, 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 22, 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 22, 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 15 2025 at 9:00am

Tue, Apr 22, 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.

Rescheduled

Tue, Apr 22, 11:00am - 1:00pm

New date Tuesday, April 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library

Calling all young builders and creators! Join us for an exciting program where imagination takes the lead and creativity knows no bounds.

Tue, Apr 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm

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

Calling all young builders and creators! Join us for an exciting program where imagination takes the lead and creativity knows no bounds.

Tue, Apr 22, 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 15 2025 at 9:00am

Internet Basics

Tue, Apr 22, 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.

Tue, Apr 22, 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.

Tue, Apr 22, 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, 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.

Registration opens Wednesday, April 16 2025 at 9:00am

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.

Registration opens Wednesday, April 16 2025 at 9:00am

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, 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.

Registration opens Wednesday, April 16 2025 at 9:00am

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!

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, 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.

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, 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.

Journaling - Visual Arts Xpressions

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, 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!

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.

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.

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, 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

Monday Morning Movies - Treasure Planet (2002)

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.

Baby Storytime

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.

Registration opens Monday, April 21 2025 at 9:00am

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, 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.

Registration opens Tuesday, April 22 2025 at 9:00am

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

Registration opens Tuesday, April 22 2025 at 9:00am

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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, 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.

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.

Elizabeth River Artists

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.