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Registration opens:
February 18th, 2025

Learn Microsoft Word Basics

2025-03-04 15:00:00 2025-03-04 17:00:00 America/New_York Learn Microsoft Word Basics Learn how to add, edit, and save text to create a document. Topics include: the ribbon toolbar, formatting, copying and pasting, and printing. South Norfolk Memorial Library - Conference Room

Tuesday, March 04
3:00pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-03-04 15:00:00 2025-03-04 17:00:00 America/New_York Learn Microsoft Word Basics Learn how to add, edit, and save text to create a document. Topics include: the ribbon toolbar, formatting, copying and pasting, and printing. South Norfolk Memorial Library - Conference Room

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

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South Norfolk Memorial Library
Phone: (757) 382-1985
Hours

South Norfolk Memorial Library

Mon, Feb 03 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Feb 04 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Feb 05 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Feb 06 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Feb 07 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Feb 08 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Feb 09 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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Upcoming events

Dr. Janice Sims Johnson - Greenbrier Artist of the Month
Wed, Feb 05, All day
Greenbrier Library - Art Wall
Come see the exciting work of quiltmaker Dr. Janice Sims Johnson. A sampling of Dr. Johnson's bold and colorful Afrocentric quilts will be on display throughout the month of February.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Feb 05, 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
This event is full
Black History Month's Artist Display: Julian Haskins
Wed, Feb 05, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Major Hillard Library
Visit the art display created by Julian Haskins, a self-taught artist born in Chesapeake, VA. His art will be displayed for the month of February at Major Hillard Library.
Art of the Game
Wed, Feb 05, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Chesapeake CARES Center
Craft your way to victory! Create your best sports-themed piece of art and display your work at the Battle of the Books finale. Win the competition and take home an exciting prize!
Family Storytime
Wed, Feb 05, 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.
Storytime
Wed, Feb 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.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Feb 05, 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
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Feb 05, 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.
Math and Reading Help
Wed, Feb 05, 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.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Feb 05, 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
Creative Spaces - Orientation Session
Wed, Feb 05, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 3
Schedule your Sewing, Cricut or Media Lab's one-on-one orientation in Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library's Creative Spaces.
This event is full
Reading Help
Wed, Feb 05, 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.
Reading Help
Wed, Feb 05, 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.
Dr. Janice Sims Johnson - Greenbrier Artist of the Month
Thu, Feb 06, All day
Greenbrier Library - Art Wall
Come see the exciting work of quiltmaker Dr. Janice Sims Johnson. A sampling of Dr. Johnson's bold and colorful Afrocentric quilts will be on display throughout the month of February.
Black History Month's Artist Display: Julian Haskins
Thu, Feb 06, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Major Hillard Library
Visit the art display created by Julian Haskins, a self-taught artist born in Chesapeake, VA. His art will be displayed for the month of February at Major Hillard Library.
Baby & Toddler Storytime
Thu, Feb 06, 10:15am - 11:15am
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Begin your little one's lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing and play along. Featuring: stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun! Ages 6-24 months with caregiver.
Family Storytime
Thu, Feb 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Indian River Library - Main Area
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Creative Spaces - Orientation Session
Thu, Feb 06, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library
Schedule your Sewing, Cricut or Media Lab's one-on-one orientation in Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library's Creative Spaces.
Lego Club
Thu, Feb 06, 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, Feb 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Small Meeting Room
Bring your imaginations for Lego building fun! We provide the materials; you provide the creativity! Please register each child individually. Grade: Elementary School
Pokémon Club
Thu, Feb 06, 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, Feb 06, 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 Across That Bridge by John Lewis
Dr. Janice Sims Johnson - Greenbrier Artist of the Month
Fri, Feb 07, All day
Greenbrier Library - Art Wall
Come see the exciting work of quiltmaker Dr. Janice Sims Johnson. A sampling of Dr. Johnson's bold and colorful Afrocentric quilts will be on display throughout the month of February.
Black History Month's Artist Display: Julian Haskins
Fri, Feb 07, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Major Hillard Library
Visit the art display created by Julian Haskins, a self-taught artist born in Chesapeake, VA. His art will be displayed for the month of February at Major Hillard Library.
Red Herring Readers - Mystery Book Club
Fri, Feb 07, 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 "We Love to Entertain" by Sarah Strohmeyer.
Dr. Janice Sims Johnson - Greenbrier Artist of the Month
Sat, Feb 08, All day
Greenbrier Library - Art Wall
Come see the exciting work of quiltmaker Dr. Janice Sims Johnson. A sampling of Dr. Johnson's bold and colorful Afrocentric quilts will be on display throughout the month of February.
Black History Month's Artist Display: Julian Haskins
Sat, Feb 08, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Major Hillard Library
Visit the art display created by Julian Haskins, a self-taught artist born in Chesapeake, VA. His art will be displayed for the month of February at Major Hillard Library.
Yoga, Breathing, Meditation, and Mindfulness - Black History Month
Sat, Feb 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Learn techniques to manage stress and enhance your well-being! This class combines yoga movements with traditional African drumming, breathing, meditation, and mindfulness practices.
Gee's Bend Freedom Quilting Bee - Black History Month
Sat, Feb 08, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library
Join us for a two-weekend series to discover the history and quilting style of the Gee’s Bend women.
Registration is now closed
DIY Card Making Workshop- Valentines
Sat, Feb 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Conference Room
Make a one-of-a-kind card from the heart! Get together for a fun, meaningful crafting session with supplies and camaraderie provided. All ages and experience levels welcome!
The Sewcial Club - Makerspace
Sat, Feb 08, 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
Dr. Janice Sims Johnson - Greenbrier Artist of the Month
Sun, Feb 09, All day
Greenbrier Library - Art Wall
Come see the exciting work of quiltmaker Dr. Janice Sims Johnson. A sampling of Dr. Johnson's bold and colorful Afrocentric quilts will be on display throughout the month of February.
Latin Line Dancing - Fitness & Fun
Sun, Feb 09, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
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
Free Math Clinic
Sun, Feb 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Conference Room B
The Virginia Math Club in partnership with the Chesapeake Youth Foundation and the Chesapeake Public Library will provide free personal tutoring in any mathematics up to and including Calculus.
Memory Lab - Orientation Session
Sun, Feb 09, 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.
Cancelled
Latin Line Dance - Fitness & Fun
Sun, Feb 09, 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, Feb 09, 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 Mondays
Mon, Feb 10, All day
Chesapeake CARES Center
Complete a make-and-take craft each week. Available while supplies last.
Sweetheart Sale - Friends of the Library Book Sale
Mon, Feb 10, All day
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library
More than flowers and chocolates, browse our selection of books for all ages and give the gift of a story this Valentine's Day! All proceeds benefit library events and early childhood initiatives.
Dr. Janice Sims Johnson - Greenbrier Artist of the Month
Mon, Feb 10, All day
Greenbrier Library - Art Wall
Come see the exciting work of quiltmaker Dr. Janice Sims Johnson. A sampling of Dr. Johnson's bold and colorful Afrocentric quilts will be on display throughout the month of February.
Black History Month's Artist Display: Julian Haskins
Mon, Feb 10, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Major Hillard Library
Visit the art display created by Julian Haskins, a self-taught artist born in Chesapeake, VA. His art will be displayed for the month of February at Major Hillard Library.
Activity Time for Adults with Diverse Abilities
Mon, Feb 10, 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.
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Mon, Feb 10, 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
Storytime
Mon, Feb 10, 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, Feb 10, 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.
Craft Corner
Mon, Feb 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Indian River Library - Main Area
Preschool families are invited to join us each Monday at the library for a weekly drop-in arts and crafts program. No registration needed—just come and create!
Family Storytime
Mon, Feb 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
Chesapeake CARES Center
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Monday Morning Movies
Mon, Feb 10, 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 that's sure to delight die-hard movie goers.
Family Storytime
Mon, Feb 10, 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.
Creative Spaces - Orientation Session
Mon, Feb 10, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 3
Schedule your Sewing, Cricut or Media Lab's one-on-one orientation in Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library's Creative Spaces.
This event is full
Introduction to Smartphones
Mon, Feb 10, 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, Feb 10, 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.
Memory Lab - Orientation Session
Mon, Feb 10, 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.
Math Help
Mon, Feb 10, 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
Math Help
Mon, Feb 10, 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.
Sweetheart Sale - Friends of the Library Book Sale
Tue, Feb 11, All day
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library
More than flowers and chocolates, browse our selection of books for all ages and give the gift of a story this Valentine's Day! All proceeds benefit library events and early childhood initiatives.
Dr. Janice Sims Johnson - Greenbrier Artist of the Month
Tue, Feb 11, All day
Greenbrier Library - Art Wall
Come see the exciting work of quiltmaker Dr. Janice Sims Johnson. A sampling of Dr. Johnson's bold and colorful Afrocentric quilts will be on display throughout the month of February.
Black History Month's Artist Display: Julian Haskins
Tue, Feb 11, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Major Hillard Library
Visit the art display created by Julian Haskins, a self-taught artist born in Chesapeake, VA. His art will be displayed for the month of February at Major Hillard Library.
Memory Lab - Orientation Session
Tue, Feb 11, 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.
Move & Groove
Tue, Feb 11, 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.
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Tue, Feb 11, 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.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Feb 11, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Preschoolers and their caregivers will enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs while growing your love of reading. Please register each child. Ages: 3-5
Rescheduled
Lego and More Create and Discovery Time
Tue, Feb 11, 11:00am - 1:00pm
New date Tuesday, February 11, 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.
Lego and More Create and Discovery Time
Tue, Feb 11, 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.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Feb 11, 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
Plant Clinic - Sponsored by Virginia Cooperative Extension
Tue, Feb 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Open Area
Need advice for tricky garden dilemmas? Bring your plant questions to agriculture experts dedicated to beautifying our community, educating the public, and maintaining the environment for the future.
Learn Microsoft Word Basics
Tue, Feb 11, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Conference Room
Learn how to add, edit, and save text to create a document. Topics include: the ribbon toolbar, formatting, copying and pasting, and printing.
Art of the Game
Tue, Feb 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Youth Services
Craft your way to victory! Create your best sports-themed piece of art and display your work at the Battle of the Books finale. Win the competition and take home an exciting prize!
After School Tutoring
Tue, Feb 11, 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.
Sweetheart Sale - Friends of the Library Book Sale
Wed, Feb 12, All day
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library
More than flowers and chocolates, browse our selection of books for all ages and give the gift of a story this Valentine's Day! All proceeds benefit library events and early childhood initiatives.
Dr. Janice Sims Johnson - Greenbrier Artist of the Month
Wed, Feb 12, All day
Greenbrier Library - Art Wall
Come see the exciting work of quiltmaker Dr. Janice Sims Johnson. A sampling of Dr. Johnson's bold and colorful Afrocentric quilts will be on display throughout the month of February.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Feb 12, 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, February 5 2025 at 9:00am
Family Storytime
Wed, Feb 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.
Storytime
Wed, Feb 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.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Feb 12, 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, February 5 2025 at 9:00am
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Feb 12, 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.
Math and Reading Help
Wed, Feb 12, 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.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Feb 12, 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, February 5 2025 at 9:00am
Creative Spaces - Orientation Session
Wed, Feb 12, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 3
Schedule your Sewing, Cricut or Media Lab's one-on-one orientation in Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library's Creative Spaces.
This event is full
Reading Help
Wed, Feb 12, 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.
Reading Help
Wed, Feb 12, 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.
Black History Bingo
Wed, Feb 12, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Join us for Black History Bingo and learn fun facts about the rich cultural heritage and contributions of great African Americans, both past and present.
Sweetheart Sale - Friends of the Library Book Sale
Thu, Feb 13, All day
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library
More than flowers and chocolates, browse our selection of books for all ages and give the gift of a story this Valentine's Day! All proceeds benefit library events and early childhood initiatives.
Dr. Janice Sims Johnson - Greenbrier Artist of the Month
Thu, Feb 13, All day
Greenbrier Library - Art Wall
Come see the exciting work of quiltmaker Dr. Janice Sims Johnson. A sampling of Dr. Johnson's bold and colorful Afrocentric quilts will be on display throughout the month of February.
Black History Month's Artist Display: Julian Haskins
Thu, Feb 13, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Major Hillard Library
Visit the art display created by Julian Haskins, a self-taught artist born in Chesapeake, VA. His art will be displayed for the month of February at Major Hillard Library.
Baby & Toddler Storytime
Thu, Feb 13, 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.
Cancelled
Family Storytime
Thu, Feb 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Indian River Library
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Creative Spaces - Orientation Session
Thu, Feb 13, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library
Schedule your Sewing, Cricut or Media Lab's one-on-one orientation in Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library's Creative Spaces.
Pokémon Club
Thu, Feb 13, 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.
Sweetheart Sale - Friends of the Library Book Sale
Fri, Feb 14, All day
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library
More than flowers and chocolates, browse our selection of books for all ages and give the gift of a story this Valentine's Day! All proceeds benefit library events and early childhood initiatives.
Dr. Janice Sims Johnson - Greenbrier Artist of the Month
Fri, Feb 14, All day
Greenbrier Library - Art Wall
Come see the exciting work of quiltmaker Dr. Janice Sims Johnson. A sampling of Dr. Johnson's bold and colorful Afrocentric quilts will be on display throughout the month of February.
Black History Month's Artist Display: Julian Haskins
Fri, Feb 14, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Major Hillard Library
Visit the art display created by Julian Haskins, a self-taught artist born in Chesapeake, VA. His art will be displayed for the month of February at Major Hillard Library.
Bilingual Storytime
Fri, Feb 14, 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.
My Funny Valentine
Fri, Feb 14, 10:15am - 11:15am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Sweet or silly, pink and frilly. Celebrate Valentine's Day with stories, crafts and activities.
Sweetheart Sale - Friends of the Library Book Sale
Sat, Feb 15, All day
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library
More than flowers and chocolates, browse our selection of books for all ages and give the gift of a story this Valentine's Day! All proceeds benefit library events and early childhood initiatives.
Dr. Janice Sims Johnson - Greenbrier Artist of the Month
Sat, Feb 15, All day
Greenbrier Library - Art Wall
Come see the exciting work of quiltmaker Dr. Janice Sims Johnson. A sampling of Dr. Johnson's bold and colorful Afrocentric quilts will be on display throughout the month of February.
Newborns In Need
Sat, Feb 15, 10:00am - 1:30pm
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Help create infant clothing by use of knitting, sewing, and crocheting. Learn a new skill while helping newborns in the community. Meets monthly.
Black History Month's Artist Display: Julian Haskins
Sat, Feb 15, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Major Hillard Library
Visit the art display created by Julian Haskins, a self-taught artist born in Chesapeake, VA. His art will be displayed for the month of February at Major Hillard Library.
Book Bonanza - Friends of the Library Book Sale
Sat, Feb 15, 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.
Paws to Read
Sat, Feb 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Indian River Library - Main Area
Sign up to read to a certified therapy dog. Improve your reading skills and make new canine friends! For ages 5-10. Please register each child individually. Registration opens 1 week before event.
Registration opens Saturday, February 8 2025 at 9:00am
Rescheduled
Telling Our Stories: Black American History Celebration - Black History Month
Sat, Feb 15, 12:00pm - 5:00pm
New date Saturday, February 15, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Indian River Library
Program by Poet Kween Yakini features poetry, storytelling, music, and visuals, exploring the power of storytelling in Black American history.
Black Superhero Showcase - Black History Month
Sat, Feb 15, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Art Wall,Second Floor
Dive into the world of Black superheroes during this Black History Month celebration and discover the incredible stories and cultural impact of characters from your favorite comics and series!
Celebrate Black History Month with a Movie
Sat, Feb 15, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Join us for an inspiring afternoon as we celebrate Black History Month with a special movie screening. Snacks will be provided.
Telling Our Stories: Black American History Celebration - Black History Month
Sat, Feb 15, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Indian River Library - Meeting Room
Program by Poet Kween Yakini features poetry, storytelling, music, and visuals, exploring the power of storytelling in Black American history.
Terrific Terrariums - Virginia Cooperative Extension Service
Sat, Feb 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
It's easy being green! Use recycled jars and found objects to create amazing miniature worlds. Materials supplied. Free. Registration required.
Dr. Janice Sims Johnson - Greenbrier Artist of the Month
Sun, Feb 16, All day
Greenbrier Library - Art Wall
Come see the exciting work of quiltmaker Dr. Janice Sims Johnson. A sampling of Dr. Johnson's bold and colorful Afrocentric quilts will be on display throughout the month of February.
Black Teachers & Massive Resistance 1956-1973 - Black History Month
Sun, Feb 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Author Sandra Mathis, Edd. tells the true untold stories of eight Virginia educators who tackled the challenge of educating Black students during the era of Massive Resistance. Talk and book signing.
West African Drums - Black History Month
Sun, Feb 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Experience and learn about the vibrant rhythms of West African drumming! This session teaches traditional drumming techniques and immerses participants in the rich cultural heritage of West Africa.
Memory Lab - Orientation Session
Sun, Feb 16, 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.
Dr. Janice Sims Johnson - Greenbrier Artist of the Month
Tue, Feb 18, All day
Greenbrier Library - Art Wall
Come see the exciting work of quiltmaker Dr. Janice Sims Johnson. A sampling of Dr. Johnson's bold and colorful Afrocentric quilts will be on display throughout the month of February.
Black History Month's Artist Display: Julian Haskins
Tue, Feb 18, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Major Hillard Library
Visit the art display created by Julian Haskins, a self-taught artist born in Chesapeake, VA. His art will be displayed for the month of February at Major Hillard Library.
Memory Lab - Orientation Session
Tue, Feb 18, 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.
Move & Groove
Tue, Feb 18, 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.
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Tue, Feb 18, 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.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Feb 18, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Preschoolers and their caregivers will enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs while growing your love of reading. Please register each child. Ages: 3-5
Registration opens Tuesday, February 11 2025 at 9:00am
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Feb 18, 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, February 11 2025 at 9:00am
STEAM Time
Tue, Feb 18, 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, Feb 18, 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.
Art of the Game
Tue, Feb 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Youth Services
Craft your way to victory! Create your best sports-themed piece of art and display your work at the Battle of the Books finale. Win the competition and take home an exciting prize!
After School Tutoring
Tue, Feb 18, 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.
Dr. Janice Sims Johnson - Greenbrier Artist of the Month
Wed, Feb 19, All day
Greenbrier Library - Art Wall
Come see the exciting work of quiltmaker Dr. Janice Sims Johnson. A sampling of Dr. Johnson's bold and colorful Afrocentric quilts will be on display throughout the month of February.
Family Storytime
Wed, Feb 19, 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.
Storytime
Wed, Feb 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.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Feb 19, 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.
Math and Reading Help
Wed, Feb 19, 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.
Creative Spaces - Orientation Session
Wed, Feb 19, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 3
Schedule your Sewing, Cricut or Media Lab's one-on-one orientation in Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library's Creative Spaces.
This event is full
Reading Help
Wed, Feb 19, 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.
Reading Help
Wed, Feb 19, 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.
Novel Ladies Book Club
Wed, Feb 19, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Book lovers, do you want to discover friends you haven't met yet? Gather as we talk about books and the plots, characters, and themes that make each novel a unique work of art!
Dr. Janice Sims Johnson - Greenbrier Artist of the Month
Thu, Feb 20, All day
Greenbrier Library - Art Wall
Come see the exciting work of quiltmaker Dr. Janice Sims Johnson. A sampling of Dr. Johnson's bold and colorful Afrocentric quilts will be on display throughout the month of February.
Pre-school STEAM-Ventures
Thu, Feb 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Explore the world of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math through hands-on experiments and activities.
Black History Month's Artist Display: Julian Haskins
Thu, Feb 20, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Major Hillard Library
Visit the art display created by Julian Haskins, a self-taught artist born in Chesapeake, VA. His art will be displayed for the month of February at Major Hillard Library.
Baby & Toddler Storytime
Thu, Feb 20, 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.
Cancelled
Family Storytime
Thu, Feb 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Indian River Library
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Creative Spaces - Orientation Session
Thu, Feb 20, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library
Schedule your Sewing, Cricut or Media Lab's one-on-one orientation in Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library's Creative Spaces.
Lego Club
Thu, Feb 20, 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.
Art of the Game
Thu, Feb 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Activity Room
Craft your way to victory! Create your best sports-themed piece of art and display it at the Battle of the Books finale. Win the competition and take home an exciting prize! Registration required.
Registration opens Thursday, February 13 2025 at 9:00am
Pokémon Club
Thu, Feb 20, 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.
Dr. Janice Sims Johnson - Greenbrier Artist of the Month
Fri, Feb 21, All day
Greenbrier Library - Art Wall
Come see the exciting work of quiltmaker Dr. Janice Sims Johnson. A sampling of Dr. Johnson's bold and colorful Afrocentric quilts will be on display throughout the month of February.
Black History Month's Artist Display: Julian Haskins
Fri, Feb 21, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Major Hillard Library
Visit the art display created by Julian Haskins, a self-taught artist born in Chesapeake, VA. His art will be displayed for the month of February at Major Hillard Library.
Quilty Kindness
Fri, Feb 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Small Meeting Room
Quilting Club. All are welcome.
Dr. Janice Sims Johnson - Greenbrier Artist of the Month
Sat, Feb 22, All day
Greenbrier Library - Art Wall
Come see the exciting work of quiltmaker Dr. Janice Sims Johnson. A sampling of Dr. Johnson's bold and colorful Afrocentric quilts will be on display throughout the month of February.
Black History Month's Artist Display: Julian Haskins
Sat, Feb 22, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Major Hillard Library
Visit the art display created by Julian Haskins, a self-taught artist born in Chesapeake, VA. His art will be displayed for the month of February at Major Hillard Library.
Onyx Angels - Grief Support for Bereaved Families
Sat, Feb 22, 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.
Julius Ruffin: A Journey to Justice - Black History Month
Sat, Feb 22, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a profound and moving presentation from Julius Ruffin, a man who was wrongfully convicted, spent two decades in prison, and was freed by DNA evidence.
Dr. Janice Sims Johnson - Greenbrier Artist of the Month
Sun, Feb 23, All day
Greenbrier Library - Art Wall
Come see the exciting work of quiltmaker Dr. Janice Sims Johnson. A sampling of Dr. Johnson's bold and colorful Afrocentric quilts will be on display throughout the month of February.
African Americans & Labor: A Poetic, Musical Odyssey - Black History Month
Sun, Feb 23, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Spoken word performer Synnika Lofton, drummer Greg Lee, and the Silk & Honey Band bring to light the journey of the African American Labor Movement through poetry and music. Free.
Memory Lab - Orientation Session
Sun, Feb 23, 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.
Quilty Kindness
Sun, Feb 23, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Small Meeting Room
Quilting Club. All are welcome.
Make and Take Mondays
Mon, Feb 24, All day
Chesapeake CARES Center
Complete a make-and-take craft each week. Available while supplies last.
Dr. Janice Sims Johnson - Greenbrier Artist of the Month
Mon, Feb 24, All day
Greenbrier Library - Art Wall
Come see the exciting work of quiltmaker Dr. Janice Sims Johnson. A sampling of Dr. Johnson's bold and colorful Afrocentric quilts will be on display throughout the month of February.
Black History Month's Artist Display: Julian Haskins
Mon, Feb 24, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Major Hillard Library
Visit the art display created by Julian Haskins, a self-taught artist born in Chesapeake, VA. His art will be displayed for the month of February at Major Hillard Library.
Activity Time for Adults with Diverse Abilities
Mon, Feb 24, 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.
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Mon, Feb 24, 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
Storytime
Mon, Feb 24, 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, Feb 24, 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, February 17 2025 at 9:00am
Craft Corner
Mon, Feb 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Indian River Library - Main Area
Preschool families are invited to join us each Monday at the library for a weekly drop-in arts and crafts program. No registration needed—just come and create!
Family Storytime
Mon, Feb 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Chesapeake CARES Center
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Monday Morning Movies
Mon, Feb 24, 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 that's sure to delight die-hard movie goers.
Family Storytime
Mon, Feb 24, 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.
Creative Spaces - Orientation Session
Mon, Feb 24, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 3
Schedule your Sewing, Cricut or Media Lab's one-on-one orientation in Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library's Creative Spaces.
This event is full
Introduction to Smartphones
Mon, Feb 24, 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.
Heart Healthy Food Demonstration
Mon, Feb 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Please join us for a Black History Month healthy cooking demonstration. Thanks to Teresa Licato from Healthy Chesapeake for demonstrating a heart-heathy, traditional Southern meal.
Memory Lab - Orientation Session
Mon, Feb 24, 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.
Math Help
Mon, Feb 24, 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
Math Help
Mon, Feb 24, 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, Feb 24, 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.
Dr. Janice Sims Johnson - Greenbrier Artist of the Month
Tue, Feb 25, All day
Greenbrier Library - Art Wall
Come see the exciting work of quiltmaker Dr. Janice Sims Johnson. A sampling of Dr. Johnson's bold and colorful Afrocentric quilts will be on display throughout the month of February.
Black History Month's Artist Display: Julian Haskins
Tue, Feb 25, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Major Hillard Library
Visit the art display created by Julian Haskins, a self-taught artist born in Chesapeake, VA. His art will be displayed for the month of February at Major Hillard Library.
Memory Lab - Orientation Session
Tue, Feb 25, 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.
Move & Groove
Tue, Feb 25, 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.
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Tue, Feb 25, 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.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Feb 25, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Preschoolers and their caregivers will enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs while growing your love of reading. Please register each child. Ages: 3-5
Registration opens Tuesday, February 18 2025 at 9:00am
Rescheduled
Lego and More Create and Discovery Time
Tue, Feb 25, 11:00am - 1:00pm
New date Tuesday, February 25, 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.
Lego and More Create and Discovery Time
Tue, Feb 25, 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.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Feb 25, 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, February 18 2025 at 9:00am
Plant Clinic - Sponsored by Virginia Cooperative Extension
Tue, Feb 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian River Library - Open Area
Need advice for tricky garden dilemmas? Bring your plant questions to agriculture experts dedicated to beautifying our community, educating the public, and maintaining the environment for the future.
Learn Microsoft Excel Basics
Tue, Feb 25, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Conference Room
Learn how to add, edit, and save text to create a spreadsheet. Topics include: the ribbon toolbar, formatting, copying and pasting, and printing.
Registration opens Tuesday, February 11 2025 at 9:00am
Art of the Game
Tue, Feb 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Youth Services
Craft your way to victory! Create your best sports-themed piece of art and display your work at the Battle of the Books finale. Win the competition and take home an exciting prize!
After School Tutoring
Tue, Feb 25, 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.
Art of the Game
Tue, Feb 25, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Major Hillard Library - Youth Services
Craft your way to victory! Create your best sports-themed piece of art and display your work at the Battle of the Books finale. Win the competition and take home an exciting prize!
Pajama Storytime
Tue, Feb 25, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Indian River Library - Meeting Room
Bring your favorite stuffed animal and cozy up in your pajamas as we read stories, sing songs, and play games. Perfect for young children and their families to enjoy together!
Dr. Janice Sims Johnson - Greenbrier Artist of the Month
Wed, Feb 26, All day
Greenbrier Library - Art Wall
Come see the exciting work of quiltmaker Dr. Janice Sims Johnson. A sampling of Dr. Johnson's bold and colorful Afrocentric quilts will be on display throughout the month of February.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Feb 26, 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, February 19 2025 at 9:00am
Family Storytime
Wed, Feb 26, 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.
Storytime
Wed, Feb 26, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Feb 26, 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, February 19 2025 at 9:00am
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Feb 26, 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.
Math and Reading Help
Wed, Feb 26, 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.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Feb 26, 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, February 19 2025 at 9:00am
Creative Spaces - Orientation Session
Wed, Feb 26, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 3
Schedule your Sewing, Cricut or Media Lab's one-on-one orientation in Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library's Creative Spaces.
This event is full
Reading Help
Wed, Feb 26, 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.
S.T.E.A.M. - Ventures
Wed, Feb 26, 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, February 19 2025 at 9:00am
Reading Help
Wed, Feb 26, 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.
Black History Bingo
Wed, Feb 26, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Join us for Black History Bingo and learn fun facts about the rich cultural heritage and contributions of great African Americans, both past and present.
Coffee and Classics - Book Club
Wed, Feb 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Central Library - Small Meeting Room
Come drink some coffee of tea and discuss a classic book that you have always wanted to read! Wednesday, February 26, "A Passage to India" by E.M. Forster.
Dr. Janice Sims Johnson - Greenbrier Artist of the Month
Thu, Feb 27, All day
Greenbrier Library - Art Wall
Come see the exciting work of quiltmaker Dr. Janice Sims Johnson. A sampling of Dr. Johnson's bold and colorful Afrocentric quilts will be on display throughout the month of February.
Black History Month's Artist Display: Julian Haskins
Thu, Feb 27, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Major Hillard Library
Visit the art display created by Julian Haskins, a self-taught artist born in Chesapeake, VA. His art will be displayed for the month of February at Major Hillard Library.
Baby & Toddler Storytime
Thu, Feb 27, 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.
Cancelled
Family Storytime
Thu, Feb 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Indian River Library
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Creative Spaces - Orientation Session
Thu, Feb 27, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library
Schedule your Sewing, Cricut or Media Lab's one-on-one orientation in Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library's Creative Spaces.
Dr. Janice Sims Johnson - Greenbrier Artist of the Month
Fri, Feb 28, All day
Greenbrier Library - Art Wall
Come see the exciting work of quiltmaker Dr. Janice Sims Johnson. A sampling of Dr. Johnson's bold and colorful Afrocentric quilts will be on display throughout the month of February.
Black History Month's Artist Display: Julian Haskins
Fri, Feb 28, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Major Hillard Library
Visit the art display created by Julian Haskins, a self-taught artist born in Chesapeake, VA. His art will be displayed for the month of February at Major Hillard Library.
Bilingual Storytime
Fri, Feb 28, 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.
Onyx Angels - Grief Support for Bereaved Families
Sat, Mar 01, 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.
The Sewcial Club - Makerspace
Sat, Mar 01, 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.
Free Math Clinic
Sun, Mar 02, 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.
Memory Lab - Orientation Session
Sun, Mar 02, 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.
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Mon, Mar 03, 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
Storytime
Mon, Mar 03, 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.
Books & Hooks
Mon, Mar 03, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - The Gallery
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.
Introduction to Smartphones
Mon, Mar 03, 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.
Memory Lab - Orientation Session
Mon, Mar 03, 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.
Math Help
Mon, Mar 03, 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
Math Help
Mon, Mar 03, 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.
Memory Lab - Orientation Session
Tue, Mar 04, 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.
Move & Groove
Tue, Mar 04, 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.
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Tue, Mar 04, 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.
STEAM Time
Tue, Mar 04, 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
Learn Microsoft Word Basics
Tue, Mar 04, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Conference Room
Learn how to add, edit, and save text to create a document. Topics include: the ribbon toolbar, formatting, copying and pasting, and printing.
Registration opens Tuesday, February 18 2025 at 9:00am
After School Tutoring
Tue, Mar 04, 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.
Family Storytime
Wed, Mar 05, 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.
Storytime
Wed, Mar 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.
Math and Reading Help
Wed, Mar 05, 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.
Reading Help
Wed, Mar 05, 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.
Reading Help
Wed, Mar 05, 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.
Happy Things - Illustrate Using Procreate
Wed, Mar 05, 5:30pm - 6:45pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Learn the basics of using Procreate through four project-based lessons taught by Katie Walton, graphic artist. Learn to use colors, layers, brushes, canvas setups and more.
Baby & Toddler Storytime
Thu, Mar 06, 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.
Lego Club
Thu, Mar 06, 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.
Pokémon Club
Thu, Mar 06, 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, Mar 06, 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 Lovely One: A Memoir by Kentanji Brown-Jackson
Rescheduled
Red Herring Readers - Mystery Book Club
Fri, Mar 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
New date Friday, March 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library
Calling all mystery fans! Join us for our monthly first Fridays afternoon book club! Pick up titles in advance. This month's novel is "The Devil's Playground" by Craig Russell.
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