Greenbrier Artist of the Month

Mon, Apr 27, All day

Greenbrier Library - Youth Services

Complete a make and take craft! They are available in the Children's room while supplies last.

Baby & Toddler Storytime - Month of the Military Child

Mon, Apr 27, All day

Russell Memorial Library - Youth Services

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

Crafty Monday

Mon, Apr 27, All day

Central Library - Youth Services

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

Mon, Apr 27, 10:15am - 11:00am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Celebrate our Military Children! Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Featuring: stories, songs, and fun!

Baby Storytime

Mon, Apr 27, 10:15am - 10:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. This program is for ages 0-1 year old.

Mon, Apr 27, 11:00am - 2:00pm

Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room

Drop in to our meet-up for differently abled adults to enjoy games, art, activities, and friendship. Socialize and have fun in a relaxed and supportive space. Bring your lunch!

Mon, Apr 27, 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 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Express yourself with a multitude of craft supplies at your fingertips and get to know your fellow crafters! Different, weekly themes will encourage new ideas.

Mon, Apr 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.

This event is full

Mon, Apr 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Central Library - Preservation Studio 1,Preservation Studio 2

Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Preservation Studio equipment. Please only sign up for one session. After learning the equipment, customers can reserve the room.

Mon, Apr 27, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.

Tue, Apr 28, 9:30am - 10:00am

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

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

Tue, Apr 28, 10:00am - 11:00am

Central Library - Preservation Studio 1,Preservation Studio 2

Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Preservation Studio equipment. Please only sign up for one session. After learning the equipment, customers can reserve the room.

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

Major Hillard Library - Activity Room

Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along--Featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun!

Move & Groove

Tue, Apr 28, 10:15am - 11:00am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Come move & groove at the library! Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. A perfect place to shake, shimmy, and smile together!

Preschool Storytime

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

Central Library - Activity Room

Preschoolers and their caregivers will enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs while growing your love of reading. Please register each child. This program is for ages 3-5 years old.

Tue, Apr 28, 10:30am - 11:00am

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

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

Cricut Orientation and Certification - Innovation Studio Classes

Tue, Apr 28, 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.

Tue, Apr 28, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined

Learn how to use a Cricut smart cutting machine, then put your skills and knowledge to work.

This event is full

Preschool Storytime

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

Central Library - Activity Room

Preschoolers and their caregivers will enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs while growing your love of reading. Please register each child. This program is for ages 3-5 years old.

Homeschool Adventures - What are the odds?

Tue, Apr 28, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Have you ever wondered what things are predictable? Join us for a fun, hands-on exploration of probability and statistics.

Activity Afternoon - Paper Card Crafting

Tue, Apr 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room

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

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

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.

This event is full

Reader's Theatre

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

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Kids will develop acting skills and learn blocking as they rehearse for a short play to be performed for friends and family on the last class of the session.

Registration is now closed

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

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.

This event is full

Science in Science Fiction: Project Hail Mary

Tue, Apr 28, 5:00pm - 6:45pm

Central Library - First Floor

Master crochet basics! Learn new techniques each week while creating 12 unique granny squares. Build skills and a colorful collection!

Tue, Apr 28, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room

Amnesia, alien biology, and a mission to save the Sun! Join the Back Bay Amateur Astronomers to explore the science behind Andy Weir’s Project Hail Mary, plus telescopes and stargazing after.

Wed, Apr 29, 9:15am - 9:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregivers. Please register each child. This program is for ages 1-2 years old.

This event is full

Wed, Apr 29, 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 29, 10:15am - 11:00am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

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

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

Central Library - Activity Room

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

Wed, Apr 29, 10:30am - 3:00pm

Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room

Lunch tastes better with a movie—or two! Pack your meal and join us at the library for a weekly double feature full of big moments, memorable scenes, and cinematic fun.

Wed, Apr 29, 10:30am - 11:00am

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

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

Math and Reading Help - Students Kindergarten - 1st grade

Wed, Apr 29, 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.

Wed, Apr 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

Have fun while working on math and reading! We will reinforce kindergarten and first grade math and reading skills.

Homeschool Hour - Story and Craft Time

Wed, Apr 29, 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.

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

Wed, Apr 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Central Library - Activity Room

Explore the world of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, & Math through hands-on experiments and activities. Registration is required. This program is for grades 1-5.

Garden Days in Deep Creek - Major Hillard Vegetable Garden

Thu, Apr 30, 9:00am - 10:00am

Major Hillard Library

Join us to care for our vegetable garden. Each week we will cover topics from nutrients and water to pruning and pests. Document growth and get your hands in the soil! Bring gloves if you can.

Poetry Publishing Workshop - Presented by Synnika A. Lofton

Thu, Apr 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Indian River Library - Meeting Room

Come out and enjoy a family-friendly movie with friends! Movies will be either G or PG.

Thu, Apr 30, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Central Library - Small Business Hub

Award-winning poet, educator, and author Synnika A. Lofton shares modern paths to publishing poetry. Bring your questions and learn the steps to publish your poems!

Thu, Apr 30, 10:15am - 11:15am

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

Begin your little one's lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing and play along to stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun!

Move & Groove

Thu, Apr 30, 10:15am - 11:00am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Come move & groove at the library! Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. A perfect place to shake, shimmy, and smile together!

Thu, Apr 30, 10:15am - 11:00am

Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room

Come move & groove at the library! Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. A perfect way to shake, shimmy, and smile together!

Lego Club - Month of the Military Child

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

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.

This event is full

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

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Celebrate our Military Children! Build, explore, discover and create with Legos. Weekly themes, challenges, and free building for ages 5 and up.

STEAM Series - Paper Circuits

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

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

What's an electrical circuit and how does it work? Come find out and create a piece of art that lights up!

Hobbies for Heroes - Month of the Military Child

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

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.

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

Major Hillard Library - Activity Room

Celebrate with military families by creating lanyards and bracelets with paracord.

Lunch Time Karaoke Hour

Fri, May 01, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Indian River Library - Meeting Room

Take a mid-day break to sing your heart out in a fun, relaxed, and welcoming space. Bring your lunch and cheer on fellow singers.

Red Herring Readers - Book Club

Fri, May 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - Conference Room

Do you love a good mystery? Does it excite you to talk about whodunnit novels you've read? Come to our next book club meeting. There's a seat for you. Join the lively discussion and bring a friend!

Shobou Con

Sat, May 02, 10:00am - 5:00pm

Central Library - Open Area

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

Shobou Con After Hours

Sat, May 02, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Central Library - Large Meeting Room

Raise your hands and get ready to dance. DJ Chris will be spinning all your favorite K-pop, J-pop, and anime soundtracks and taking requests. Registration is required.

Bunco

Sun, May 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Indian River Library - Meeting Room

Meet your neighbors, make some friends (or bring them with you), while you learn to play Bunco with library staff. Light refreshments will be provided.

Mon, May 04, All day

Greenbrier Library - Youth Services

Complete a make and take craft! They are available in the Children's room while supplies last.

Garden Days in Deep Creek - Major Hillard Vegetable Garden

Mon, May 04, All day

Russell Memorial Library - Youth Services

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

Mon, May 04, 9:00am - 10:00am

Major Hillard Library

Join us to care for our vegetable garden. Each week we will cover topics from nutrients and water to pruning and pests. Document growth and get your hands in the soil! Bring gloves if you can.

Baby & Toddler Storytime - National Pet Month

Mon, May 04, 10:15am - 11:00am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading with an animal-themed Storytime for National Pet Month. Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Featuring: stories, songs, and fun!

May the 4th Be With You! - Celebration and Photo-Op

Mon, May 04, 11:00am - 2:00pm

Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room

Drop in to our meet-up for differently abled adults to enjoy games, art, activities, and friendship. Socialize and have fun in a relaxed and supportive space. Bring your lunch!

Create Cat Wands

Mon, May 04, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Major Hillard Library - Activity Room

Create cat toys for National Pet Month. Keep one or leave one for the kitties at the animal shelter.

Mon, May 04, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Indian River Library - Meeting Room

Celebrate everything Star Wars! Venture into a galaxy far, far away. Snap a picture with your favorite characters. Enjoy music and highlights from the franchise, plus games, prizes, crafts, and more.

Mon, May 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Express yourself with a multitude of craft supplies at your fingertips and get to know your fellow crafters! Different, weekly themes will encourage new ideas.

Mon, May 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.

This event is full

Mon, May 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Central Library - Preservation Studio 1,Preservation Studio 2

Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Preservation Studio equipment. Please only sign up for one session. After learning the equipment, customers can reserve the room.

Mon, May 04, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.

Tue, May 05, 9:30am - 10:00am

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

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

Red Cross Blood Drive

Tue, May 05, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Central Library - Large Meeting Room

Support our community Blood Drive. Please join our lifesaving mission and schedule an appointment today! Call 1-800-RED CROSS or schedule online.

Tue, May 05, 10:00am - 11:00am

Central Library - Preservation Studio 1,Preservation Studio 2

Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Preservation Studio equipment. Please only sign up for one session. After learning the equipment, customers can reserve the room.

Tue, May 05, 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!

Tue, May 05, 10:15am - 11:00am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Come move & groove, like animals! Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. It's a perfect place to shake, shimmy, and smile together!

Tue, May 05, 10:30am - 11:00am

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

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

Homeschool Adventures - Heart Pounding Fun

Tue, May 05, 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.

Tue, May 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

What is your heart rate and how does exercise make it change? Join us as we learn about our heart, make a stethoscope, and use it to measure our heart rate.

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

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.

This event is full

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

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.

This event is full

Tue, May 05, 5:00pm - 6:45pm

Central Library - First Floor

Master crochet basics! Learn new techniques each week while creating 12 unique granny squares. Build skills and a colorful collection!

Wed, May 06, 9:30am - 10:00am

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

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

Family Storytime - National Pet Month

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

Major Hillard Library - Activity Room

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

Wed, May 06, 10:15am - 11:00am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together. Learn animal themed rhymes, songs, and movement for National Pet Month.

Wed, May 06, 10:30am - 3:00pm

Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room

Lunch tastes better with a movie—or two! Pack your meal and join us at the library for a weekly double feature full of big moments, memorable scenes, and cinematic fun.

Wed, May 06, 10:30am - 11:00am

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

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

Math and Reading Help - Students Kindergarten - 1st grade

Wed, May 06, 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.

Wed, May 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

Have fun while working on math and reading! We will reinforce kindergarten and first grade math and reading skills.

Ribbon Cutting - Small Business Studio

Wed, May 06, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Central Library - Small Business Hub

Join us for a ribbon cutting to celebrate the opening of the Small Business Studio. Explore the space, meet community members, and learn about resources available for entrepreneurs.

Garden Days in Deep Creek - Major Hillard Vegetable Garden

Thu, May 07, 9:00am - 10:00am

Major Hillard Library

Join us to care for our vegetable garden. Each week we will cover topics from nutrients and water to pruning and pests. Document growth and get your hands in the soil! Bring gloves if you can.

Thu, May 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Indian River Library - Meeting Room

Come out and enjoy a family-friendly movie with friends! Every movie will be rated G or PG.

Thu, May 07, 10:15am - 11:15am

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

Begin your little one's lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing and play along to stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun!

Thu, May 07, 10:15am - 11:00am

Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room

Come move & groove at the library! Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. A perfect way to shake, shimmy, and smile together!

Thu, May 07, 10:15am - 11:00am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Come move & groove, like animals! Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. It's a perfect place to shake, shimmy, and smile together!

Cherry Blossom Art - Pre-K STEAM

Thu, May 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.

This event is full

Thu, May 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Bring your little artist to create Cherry Blossom Art! Toddlers will paint with Q-tips, creating blossom trees while building creativity, fine motor skills, and springtime joy!

Read, Create, & Celebrate: J. M. Barrie

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

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.

Essence Book Club

Thu, May 07, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Online Events

Join a monthly discussion of works by African or African-American authors. This month's book is Invisible Man by Ralph Ellison.

Sat, May 09, All day

Greenbrier Library - Youth Services

Soar to the library to celebrate the birthday of J.M. Barrie! Create a craft sprinkled with pixie dust. Brave the book display to bring home a tale full of pirates, mermaids, and daring adventures.

Itik Itik: Filipino Dance - Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Sat, May 09, 10:30am - 11:30am

Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room

Arts for Learning Virginia's Jackie Adonis shares Itik Itik, the lively traditional Filipino “Dance of the Duck,” teaching students its history and steps—plus a chance to create their own moves!

Pollinator Plant Series - Sponsored by Virginia Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners

Sat, May 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Learn about a new plant each month, including how to grow it, how it helps wildlife, and which pollinator or insect relies on that plant for food, too.

Patriotic Film Festival - A VA250 Celebration

Sat, May 09, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room

Enjoy a family-friendly movie with a patriotic theme as we celebrate America's 250 anniversary!

Weekend Crafternoon - DIY Salt Scrub

Sat, May 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room

Join us for a hands-on DIY Salt Scrub workshop! Learn to blend natural salts and scented oils to create a personalized exfoliating scrub. Take home your custom jar and new self-care skills.

Emma M. Lion Readers' Society

Sat, May 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Greenbrier Library - Conference Room

Meet fellow aficionados of The Unselected Journals of Emma M. Lion and enjoy light tea and conversation. Bring your own teacup if desired.

Star Wars Reads

Sat, May 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Welcome Padawans and Jedi. Enjoy crafts, activities, bubbles, and more. May the Force be with you!

Paint Party with David Duck - Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Sat, May 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Indian River Library - Meeting Room

Create a masterpiece with David Duck from Tidewater Arts Outreach and learn how to paint with acrylics step-by-step!

This event is full

Rescheduled

Bunco

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

New date Sunday, May 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Indian River Library

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.

Fresh Food Series - Sponsored by Virginia Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners

Sun, May 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room

Learn about a new edible plant each month!

Painting with Mr. Fuertes

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

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

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

Mon, May 11, All day

Greenbrier Library - Youth Services

Complete a make and take craft! They are available in the Children's room while supplies last.

Garden Days in Deep Creek - Major Hillard Vegetable Garden

Mon, May 11, All day

Russell Memorial Library - Youth Services

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

Mon, May 11, 9:00am - 10:00am

Major Hillard Library

Join us to care for our vegetable garden. Each week we will cover topics from nutrients and water to pruning and pests. Document growth and get your hands in the soil! Bring gloves if you can.

Busy Babies

Mon, May 11, 10:00am - 11:00am

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Places to go, people to see! Babies are busy bees! Join us for an open sensory play time where your baby can explore and learn.

Baby & Toddler Storytime - National Pet Month

Mon, May 11, 10:15am - 11:00am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Mon, May 11, 11:00am - 2:00pm

Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room

Drop in to our meet-up for differently abled adults to enjoy games, art, activities, and friendship. Socialize and have fun in a relaxed and supportive space. Bring your lunch!

Legal Aid Drop-Ins

Mon, May 11, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor

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

Mon, May 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Express yourself with a multitude of craft supplies at your fingertips and get to know your fellow crafters! Different, weekly themes will encourage new ideas.

Mon, May 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.

This event is full

Mon, May 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Central Library - Preservation Studio 1,Preservation Studio 2

Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Preservation Studio equipment. Please only sign up for one session. After learning the equipment, customers can reserve the room.

Mon, May 11, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.

Teen Night: Flowers

Mon, May 11, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Do you know the secret language of flowers? What does an apple blossom mean? What about violets or irises? Make the flowers and learn what they mean! This program is for grades 6-12.

Tue, May 12, 9:30am - 10:00am

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

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

Tue, May 12, 10:00am - 11:00am

Central Library - Preservation Studio 1,Preservation Studio 2

Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Preservation Studio equipment. Please only sign up for one session. After learning the equipment, customers can reserve the room.

Tue, May 12, 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!

Tue, May 12, 10:15am - 11:00am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Come move & groove, like animals! Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. It's a perfect place to shake, shimmy, and smile together!

Tue, May 12, 10:30am - 11:00am

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

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

Homeschool Adventures - How Do Planes Fly?

Tue, May 12, 10:30am - 11:00am

Indian River Library - Main Area

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

Craft Time: May Flowers

Tue, May 12, 10:30am - 11:30am

Indian River Library - Meeting Room

Adults of diverse abilities are invited to craft and relax. Make a craft, color, or just enjoy the seasonal vibes. Caregivers: register yourself, plus the number of guests you plan to bring.

Tue, May 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Have you ever wondered how huge, heavy planes stay in the air? Come learn about the Bernoulli Principle and have fun learning what helps airplanes fly.

Activity Afternoon: Expandable Dragon - Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Tue, May 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room

Celebrate this month by creating a colorful, expandable dragon craft! You will decorate and assemble a moving paper dragon while learning about culture, symbolism, and traditions.

Chattering Book Club

Tue, May 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - Conference Room

Read and share a book each month based on the month's theme. Get inspiration from other readers as you expand your reading choices. Entice others with your recommendations.

Family Yoga - National Pet Month

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

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.

This event is full

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

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Bring a stuffed animal and learn movement and mindfulness in a playful pet themed class taught by a Registered Children's Yoga Teacher. Bring a yoga mat or towel and wear comfortable clothes.

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

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.

This event is full

Tue, May 12, 5:00pm - 6:45pm

Central Library - First Floor

Master crochet basics! Learn new techniques each week while creating 12 unique granny squares. Build skills and a colorful collection!

Bedtime Storytime

Tue, May 12, 5:30pm - 6:00pm

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Bring your stuffed animals and pajamas to a special Bedtime Storytime! Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Wed, May 13, 9:30am - 10:00am

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

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

Family Storytime - National Pet Month

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

Major Hillard Library - Activity Room

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

Wed, May 13, 10:15am - 11:00am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together. Learn animal themed rhymes, songs, and movement for National Pet Month.

Wed, May 13, 10:30am - 3:00pm

Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room

Lunch tastes better with a movie—or two! Pack your meal and join us at the library for a weekly double feature full of big moments, memorable scenes, and cinematic fun.

Wed, May 13, 10:30am - 11:00am

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

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

Math and Reading Help - Students Kindergarten - 1st grade

Wed, May 13, 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.

Wed, May 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

Have fun while working on math and reading! We will reinforce kindergarten and first grade math and reading skills.

Watercolor Koi Fish - Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Wed, May 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Central Library - Small Meeting Room

Celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage month with Tidewater Arts Outreach! Come relax and create your own watercolor Koi Fish.

Homeschool Hour: Super Pets STEAM Lab - National Pet Month

Wed, May 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Think like an engineer! Learn how bionic parts help animals and design a prosthetic leg for a stuffed animal pet. Construct an obstacle course to test motion and stability using a stuffed animal.

Pet Therapy

Wed, May 13, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Indian River Library - Main Area

Relax with some furry friends!

Lego Club - Free Build Festival

Wed, May 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Follow your imagination! Use our LEGOs to build whatever you're in the mood to create - by yourself or with a partner.

Latin Line Dancing - Fitness & Fun

Wed, May 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

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.

Fresh Food Series - Sponsored by Virginia Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners

Wed, May 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room

Learn about a new edible plant each month!

Garden Days in Deep Creek - Major Hillard Vegetable Garden

Thu, May 14, 9:00am - 10:00am

Major Hillard Library

Join us to care for our vegetable garden. Each week we will cover topics from nutrients and water to pruning and pests. Document growth and get your hands in the soil! Bring gloves if you can.

Thu, May 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Indian River Library - Meeting Room

Come out and enjoy a family-friendly movie with friends! Every movie will be rated G or PG.

Thu, May 14, 10:15am - 11:15am

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

Begin your little one's lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing and play along to stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun!

Thu, May 14, 10:15am - 11:00am

Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room

Come move & groove at the library! Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. A perfect way to shake, shimmy, and smile together!

Machine Sewing 101 - Orientation - Innovation Studio

Thu, May 14, 10:15am - 11:00am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Come move & groove, like animals! Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. It's a perfect place to shake, shimmy, and smile together!

Thu, May 14, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined

Register for this hands-on introductory session designed for beginners and anyone seeking certification to independently use the makerspace sewing machines.

This event is full

STEAM Series - Paper Airplanes

Thu, May 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.

This event is full

Thu, May 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Fly like an eagle as we make paper airplanes and learn about the science behind them!

Lego Club - National Pet Month

Thu, May 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Celebrate National Pet Month by building your ideal pet! Build, explore, discover and create with Legos. There are weekly themes, challenges, and free building for ages 5 and up.

Dungeons & Dragons Workshop

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

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.

Thu, May 14, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Major Hillard Library - Activity Room

Explore this week's workshop on the Dungeon Master manual and running a game.

Read, Create, & Celebrate: L. Frank Baum

Fri, May 15, All day

Greenbrier Library - Youth Services

Follow the yellow brick road to celebrate the birthday of L. Frank Baum! Visit the book display for classic tales of friendship and courage. Create a craft that shines brighter than Oz.

Friday Morning Movie: Lilo & Stitch (2025) - Asian American Pacific Islander Month

Fri, May 15, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Start your morning off with a live action remake of a beloved animated film. This is a family-friendly event. Outside refreshments are welcome. It is rated PG and has a runtime of 108 minutes.

Estate Planning Basics - Let's Get Uncomfortable: End of Life Conversations

Fri, May 15, 10:30am - 11:30am

South Norfolk Memorial Library - Conference Room

Learn about end-of-life legal planning. A short presentation on wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and advance medical directives will be followed by an open topic Q&A session.

Read, Create, & Celebrate: Adam Rex

Sat, May 16, All day

Greenbrier Library - Youth Services

Celebrate the birthday of Adam Rex! Visit the book display to be transported to his stories of intergalactic fun. Brave dragons and aliens as you create hilarious crafts.

Newborns in Need

Sat, May 16, 10:00am - 1:30pm

Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room

Help create infant clothing by use of knitting, sewing, and crocheting. Learn a new skill while helping newborns in the community. This group meets monthly.

Book Bonanza - Friends of the Library Book Sale

Sat, May 16, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Central Library - Large Meeting Room

Stop by to browse from a great selection of books for all ages at this monthly sale. FOL members enjoy early entry at 9:00 a.m. Proceeds benefit library special events and early childhood initiatives.

Tabletop Gaming - Tidewater Area Gaming Society (TAGS)

Sat, May 16, 10:00am - 5:00pm

Indian River Library - Meeting Room

Join the fun! Play games all day without electronics.

Russell Reels - Lilo & Stitch (Live Action 2025)

Sat, May 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room

Russell Reels brings the community together for fun and entertaining movie screenings at the library—complete with snacks and surprises. Join us for the show! Lilo & Stitch (LA 2025) is rated PG.

Weekend Crafternoon - Beaded Potted Plants

Sat, May 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Edgar Allan Poe Conference Room

No green thumb needed for these plants! Using wire and beads, we will create beautiful plants that don't need watering. Registration is required.

This event is full

Don't Call it a Book Club

Sat, May 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Indian River Library - Conference Room

Grab your favorite binge, playlist, or podcast! This club is all about swapping takes on shows, songs, and stories we love.

Mon, May 18, All day

Greenbrier Library - Youth Services

Complete a make and take craft! They are available in the Children's room while supplies last.

Garden Days in Deep Creek - Major Hillard Vegetable Garden

Mon, May 18, All day

Russell Memorial Library - Youth Services

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

Mon, May 18, 9:00am - 10:00am

Major Hillard Library

Join us to care for our vegetable garden. Each week we will cover topics from nutrients and water to pruning and pests. Document growth and get your hands in the soil! Bring gloves if you can.

Baby & Toddler Storytime - National Pet Month

Mon, May 18, 10:15am - 11:00am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Mon, May 18, 11:00am - 2:00pm

Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room

Drop in to our meet-up for differently abled adults to enjoy games, art, activities, and friendship. Socialize and have fun in a relaxed and supportive space. Bring your lunch!

Mon, May 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Express yourself with a multitude of craft supplies at your fingertips and get to know your fellow crafters! Different, weekly themes will encourage new ideas.

Mon, May 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.

This event is full

Mon, May 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Central Library - Preservation Studio 1,Preservation Studio 2

Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Preservation Studio equipment. Please only sign up for one session. After learning the equipment, customers can reserve the room.

Mon, May 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.

Tue, May 19, 9:30am - 10:00am

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

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

Tue, May 19, 10:00am - 11:00am

Central Library - Preservation Studio 1,Preservation Studio 2

Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Preservation Studio equipment. Please only sign up for one session. After learning the equipment, customers can reserve the room.

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

Major Hillard Library - Activity Room

Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along--Featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun!

Tue, May 19, 10:15am - 11:00am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Come move & groove, like animals! Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. It's a perfect place to shake, shimmy, and smile together!

Tue, May 19, 10:30am - 11:00am

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

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

Homeschool Adventures - 3-D Printing Introduction

Tue, May 19, 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.

River Readers Book Club

Tue, May 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Indian River Library - Conference Room

Explore a wide variety of books and share enthusiastic discussion. Come together to chat, connect, and enjoy great reads.

Tue, May 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Do you know how 3-D printing works? Join us for a demonstration of a simple 3-D printing project and try your hand at the steps in the process.

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

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.

This event is full

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

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.

This event is full

Read, Create, & Celebrate: Mary Pope Osborne

Tue, May 19, 5:00pm - 6:45pm

Central Library - First Floor

Master crochet basics! Learn new techniques each week while creating 12 unique granny squares. Build skills and a colorful collection!

Wed, May 20, All day

Greenbrier Library - Youth Services

Brave pirate seas and stormy skies to celebrate the birthday of Mary Pope Osborne! Visit the book display and jump back in time to solve mysteries. Create an adventurous craft inspired by history.

Wed, May 20, 9:30am - 10:00am

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

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

Family Storytime - National Pet Month

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

Major Hillard Library - Activity Room

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

Wed, May 20, 10:15am - 11:00am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together. Learn animal themed rhymes, songs, and movement for National Pet Month.

Wed, May 20, 10:30am - 3:00pm

Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room

Lunch tastes better with a movie—or two! Pack your meal and join us at the library for a weekly double feature full of big moments, memorable scenes, and cinematic fun.

Wed, May 20, 10:30am - 11:00am

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

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

Math and Reading Help - Students Kindergarten - 1st grade

Wed, May 20, 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.

Wed, May 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

Have fun while working on math and reading! We will reinforce kindergarten and first grade math and reading skills.

Tween Scene: Explore Asia

Wed, May 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Tweens ages 8-12 years old are invited to explore Asia! Make the Mayon volcano erupt, design cool henna art, build a mini zen garden, and test your skills in an earthquake challenge!

Environmental Explorers - Build a Terrarium

Wed, May 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

What's an ecosystem? Come learn and build your own mini version to take home and care for.

Novel Ladies Book Club

Wed, May 20, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room

Book lovers, do you want to discover friends you haven't met yet? Gather as we talk about books and the plots, characters, and themes that make each novel a unique work of art!

Garden Days in Deep Creek - Major Hillard Vegetable Garden

Thu, May 21, 9:00am - 10:00am

Major Hillard Library

Join us to care for our vegetable garden. Each week we will cover topics from nutrients and water to pruning and pests. Document growth and get your hands in the soil! Bring gloves if you can.

Thu, May 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Indian River Library - Meeting Room

Come out and enjoy a family-friendly movie with friends! Every movie will be rated G or PG.

Thu, May 21, 10:15am - 11:15am

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

Begin your little one's lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing and play along to stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun!

Thu, May 21, 10:15am - 11:00am

Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room

Come move & groove at the library! Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. A perfect way to shake, shimmy, and smile together!

Nature Art - Afternoon Steam Adventure

Thu, May 21, 10:15am - 11:00am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Come move & groove, like animals! Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. It's a perfect place to shake, shimmy, and smile together!

Thu, May 21, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Major Hillard Library - Activity Room

Drop in for hands on learning. Explore beautiful art inspired by nature. This program is best for elementary aged children.

STEAM Series - 3-D Printing Introduction

Thu, May 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.

This event is full

Thu, May 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Do you know how 3-D printing works? Join us for a demonstration of a simple 3-D printing project and try your hand at the steps in the process.