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Spongy Paint Lab
2025-07-14 11:00:00 2025-07-14 14:00:00 America/New_York Spongy Paint Lab Are you ready kids? I can't hear you! Teens and preteens are welcome to express their spongy side with guided under-the-sea painting this summer. Register today to reserve your canvas & take it home! Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Monday, July 14
11:00am - 2:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-07-14 11:00:00 2025-07-14 14:00:00 America/New_York Spongy Paint Lab Are you ready kids? I can't hear you! Teens and preteens are welcome to express their spongy side with guided under-the-sea painting this summer. Register today to reserve your canvas & take it home! Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Russell Memorial Library

Activity Room

Are you ready kids? I can't hear you! Teens and preteens are welcome to express their spongy side with guided under-the-sea painting this summer. Register today to reserve your canvas & take it home!

AGE GROUP: | Middle School | High School |

EVENT TYPE: | Arts & Culture |

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Russell Memorial Library
Phone: (757) 382-1945
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Russell Memorial Library

Mon, Jul 28 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Jul 29 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Jul 30 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Jul 31 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Aug 01 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Aug 02 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Aug 03 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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Cancelled
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Jump into a new world of people, places, and things with themed crafts every Monday.
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Looking for a fun craft? Stop by the Youth & Family Services Department anytime on Mondays to participate in our weekly craft. Available all day, while supplies last.
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Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
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Tue, Aug 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.
LEGO Free Build - Summer Math Challenge
Tue, Aug 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central Library - Small Meeting Room
Bring your imaginations for Lego building fun! We provide the materials; you provide the creativity! Please register each child individually. This program is for ages 6 and up.
Registration opens Tuesday, August 5 2025 at 9:00am
Preservation Studio - Orientation Session
Tue, Aug 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. All other appointments for the lab will be made with staff.
Family Storytime
Tue, Aug 12, 10:15am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Splash into summer reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Tue, Aug 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!
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Aug 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.
Family Storytime
Tue, Aug 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 is invited to read, sing, and play together.
Mike's Magic Show
Tue, Aug 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Prepare to be amazed! Enjoy a spell-binding magic show performed by magician, Mike Klee, that will have you glued to your seats!
Innovation Studio Classes - Orientation for Creative Device - Cricut
Tue, Aug 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined
Learn how to use a Cricut cutting machine.
Plant Clinic - Sponsored by Virginia Cooperative Extension
Tue, Aug 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Open Area
Need advice for garden dilemmas? Bring your plant questions to agriculture experts dedicated to beautifying our community, educating the public, and maintaining the environment for the future.
Mike's Magic Show
Tue, Aug 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Prepare to be amazed! Enjoy a spell-binding magic show performed by magician, Mike Klee, that will have you glued to your seats!
Activity Afternoon - Tabletop Games
Tue, Aug 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Plan a visit for an afternoon of fun and games! We'll be playing classic tabletop games like Connect Four, Mancala, Jenga, and more! All abilities are welcome.
Crochet your closet!
Tue, Aug 12, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Major Hillard Library - Youth Services
Learn to make wearable crochet! This program is for all skill levels and best for ages 10 and up. Hooks and practice yarn are provided.
Family Storytime
Wed, Aug 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.
Mike's Magic Show
Wed, Aug 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Prepare to be amazed! Enjoy a spell-binding magic show performed by magician, Mike Klee, that will have you glued to your seats!
Move & Groove
Wed, Aug 13, 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 way to shake, shimmy, and smile together!
Storytime
Wed, Aug 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.
Family Storytime
Wed, Aug 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.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Aug 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.
Online Resources - Using Craftsy - Lay Flat Your Life
Wed, Aug 13, 11:00am - 1:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Ready to elevate your social media game? Discover the art of flat lay photography and learn how to visually narrate your story. Unleash your creativity and make your social media feed shine!
Email Basics
Wed, Aug 13, 1:15pm - 2:00pm
Indian River Library - Conference Room
Learn how to read and send email using a web-based program. We will cover topics such as composing new messages, reading and replying to messages, attachments, and inbox organization.
Mike's Magic Show
Wed, Aug 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Prepare to be amazed! Enjoy a spell-binding magic show performed by magician, Mike Klee, that will have you glued to your seats!
Craftpalooza
Wed, Aug 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Calling all crafters! Browse through our array of crafts kits and materials and create your own masterpiece. All supplies are provided.
Innovation Studio Classes - Orientation for Creative Device - Glowforge
Wed, Aug 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined
Learn how to use a Glowforge Laser Cutter.
Family Storytime
Wed, Aug 13, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Youth Services
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Artist & Crafter Meetup: Teen Art Club
Wed, Aug 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Major Hillard Library - Open Area
Calling artists and crafters! Come create, connect, and be inspired. Bring your supplies, work on your project, and network with fellow creatives in a welcoming space.
Read the Rainbow! - Book Club
Wed, Aug 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
The Garage Brewery - 1011 Eden Way N, Chesapeake, VA 23320
Check out our new off-site LGBTQAI+ silent book club, Read the Rainbow, which meets every other month. Read a book of your choice for this meeting's theme: Sci-Fi and Fantasy!
Friends Social Hour
Thu, Aug 14, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Conference Room
Drop in for our weekly gathering for adults to enjoy games, art, activities, and friendship. Connect, socialize, and have fun in a relaxed and supportive space.
Weekly Movie Time
Thu, Aug 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Indian River Library - Meeting Room
Come out and enjoy a family-friendly movie with friends! Movies will be either G or PG.
Storytime
Thu, Aug 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. Featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun!
Mike's Magic Show
Thu, Aug 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - The Gallery
Prepare to be amazed! Enjoy a spell-binding magic show performed by magician, Mike Klee, that will have you glued to your seats!
Mike's Magic Show
Thu, Aug 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Indian River Library - Meeting Room
Prepare to be amazed! Enjoy a spell-binding magic show performed by magician, Mike Klee, that will have you glued to your seats!
Family Yoga
Thu, Aug 14, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Curious about yoga? Learn movement and mindfulness skills, in a playful class, taught by a Registered Yoga and Children's Yoga Teacher. Bring a yoga mat or towel and wear comfortable clothes.
Dizzy Dance Party
Thu, Aug 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Dance, Dance, Dance! This dance party will be full of music and fun. Meet the library’s mascot Dizzy and bring your camera to take a photo with him. All ages, no registration is required.
STEAM Series - Summer Math Challenge
Thu, Aug 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Swing by to enjoy Lego Club, STEAM Ventures, and Preschool STEAM on a rotating basis. Every week is something new around here!
Small Business Book Club (SBBC) - Unstuck and Unstoppable by Eric Hawkins
Thu, Aug 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Central Library - Open Area
Calling all entrepreneurs! The SBBC meets monthly to connect readers through business books. Each month, we explore topics like entrepreneurship, marketing, leadership, and innovation.
Make and Take Craft: Friday
Fri, Aug 15, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
Complete a make and take craft! Available in the Children's room while supplies last.
Estate Planning Basics - Let's Get Uncomfortable: End of Life Conversations
Fri, Aug 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.
Newborns in Need
Sat, Aug 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, Aug 16, 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 2 Read
Sat, Aug 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Indian River Library - Main Area
Sign up to read to a certified dog. Improve your reading skills and make new canine friends! This program is for children ages 5 to 10 years old. Please register each child individually.
Innovation Studio Classes - Introduction - Get to Know the Devices
Sat, Aug 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined
Take the opportunity to see what can be created with the 3D printer, laser cutter, and Cricut Cutting Machine.
Preservation Studio - Orientation Session
Sun, Aug 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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. All other appointments for the lab will be made with staff.
This event is full
Linoleum Block Printing
Sun, Aug 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Explore linoleum printmaking in this hands-on class! Learn design basics, safety tips, and create your own print. All materials provided--just bring your creativity!
Registration opens Sunday, August 3 2025 at 9:00am
Monday Maker Labs
Mon, Aug 18, 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, Aug 18, All day
Central Library - Youth Services
Looking for a fun craft? Stop by the Youth & Family Services Department anytime on Mondays to participate in our weekly craft. Available all day, while supplies last.
Friends of the Library - Book Sale
Mon, Aug 18, All day
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library
Drop in and browse our selection of books, DVDs, CDs and more for all ages at this monthly book sale! Each purchase supports classes and events at your library.
Rescheduled
Garden Days
Mon, Aug 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
New date Monday, August 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library
Meet me in the garden! The summer heat has arrived, and the garden is producing. Come help me tend the community garden and assist with the harvest.
Book Sale - Friends of the Library
Mon, Aug 18, 10:00am - 7:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor
Find your next literary adventure or cinematic thrill at our monthly book sale! Browse a diverse collection of books, audiobooks, and DVDs, all at incredible prices.
Monday Morning Movies - The LEGO Movie (2014)
Mon, Aug 18, 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 weekly reels that are sure to delight diehard movie goers.
Garden Days
Mon, Aug 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library
Meet me in the garden! The summer heat has arrived, and the garden is producing. Come help me tend the community garden and assist with the harvest.
Maker Monday - Summer Math Challenge
Mon, Aug 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Explore STEM with hands on activities like building with LEGOs, KEVA planks, marble runs, and other fun toys. Join us every week for different activities.
Pokémon Club
Mon, Aug 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Youth Services
Choose your Pokémon deck to play other Trainers. Learn to build decks and strategize. Bring your own deck or borrow one of ours. All skill levels are welcome. No trading of cards at this event.
Tech Topics
Mon, Aug 18, 3:00pm - 4:45pm
Major Hillard Library - Conference Room
Learn how to create spreadsheets, flyers, documents, organize your email, and experiment with AI! We will cover a new topic each program. Must have a basic knowledge of computers. Please register.
Muse Mondays
Mon, Aug 18, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Express yourself with a multitude of craft supplies at your fingertips, and get to know your fellow crafters! Different, weekly themes will encourage new ideas.
Create Your Own Webcomics Using AI
Mon, Aug 18, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Bring your art and original characters to life with AI by learning how to make custom comics that are totally you. Jump in and start creating your own story today!
Preservation Studio - Orientation Session
Mon, Aug 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. All other appointments for the lab will be made with staff.
Friends of the Library - Book Sale
Tue, Aug 19, All day
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library
Drop in and browse our selection of books, DVDs, CDs and more for all ages at this monthly book sale! Each purchase supports classes and events at your library.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Aug 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.
Book Sale - Friends of the Library
Tue, Aug 19, 10:00am - 7:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor
Find your next literary adventure or cinematic thrill at our monthly book sale! Browse a diverse collection of books, audiobooks, and DVDs, all at incredible prices.
Preservation Studio - Orientation Session
Tue, Aug 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. All other appointments for the lab will be made with staff.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Aug 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.
Family Storytime
Tue, Aug 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.
From Page to Screen! - Tuesday Movie Matinee
Tue, Aug 19, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Lights, camera, fiction! Enjoy a PG-rated story straight from the stacks to the screen. Bring your own snacks and watch the story unfold!
Deep Creek Reads - Book Club
Tue, Aug 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Conference Room
Love to share book recommendations with others and enjoy reading a variety of different genres? This book club is for you! Read any book that fits your interests and discuss it with the group.
Friends of the Library - Book Sale
Wed, Aug 20, All day
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library
Drop in and browse our selection of books, DVDs, CDs and more for all ages at this monthly book sale! Each purchase supports classes and events at your library.
Family Storytime
Wed, Aug 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.
Book Sale - Friends of the Library
Wed, Aug 20, 10:00am - 7:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor
Find your next literary adventure or cinematic thrill at our monthly book sale! Browse a diverse collection of books, audiobooks, and DVDs, all at incredible prices.
Family Storytime
Wed, Aug 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.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Aug 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.
Using Online Library Resources
Wed, Aug 20, 1:15pm - 2:00pm
Indian River Library - Conference Room
Learn the basics of how to use the library's online resources. Topics will include accessing e-books with Libby by Overdrive and Hoopla as well as discovering new books through NoveList Plus.
Slay the Stacks Teen Book Club
Wed, Aug 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Conference Room,Online Event Room 1
Did you read a fantasy or a science fiction book that you loved or hated during the Summer 2025 challenge? Come talk about it with us during our quarterly meeting and earn an activity badge.
Family Storytime
Wed, Aug 20, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Youth Services
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Dungeons & Dragons - Teen Inspiration Station
Wed, Aug 20, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Have you ever wanted to start playing Dungeons & Dragons, but didn't know where to start? Looking for a game to join, you can start your adventure now!
Novel Ladies Book Club
Wed, Aug 20, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Book lovers, do you want to discover friends you haven't met yet? Gather as we talk about books and the plots, characters, and themes that make each novel a unique work of art!
Teen Time Go!
Wed, Aug 20, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Major Hillard Library - Open Area
Tired of screentime overload? Flex your skills in a series of science-based challenges and games that mix fun, learning, and a bit of friendly competition.
Friends of the Library - Book Sale
Thu, Aug 21, All day
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library
Drop in and browse our selection of books, DVDs, CDs and more for all ages at this monthly book sale! Each purchase supports classes and events at your library.
Book Sale - Friends of the Library
Thu, Aug 21, 10:00am - 7:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor
Find your next literary adventure or cinematic thrill at our monthly book sale! Browse a diverse collection of books, audiobooks, and DVDs, all at incredible prices.
Friends Social Hour
Thu, Aug 21, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Conference Room
Drop in for our weekly gathering for adults to enjoy games, art, activities, and friendship. Connect, socialize, and have fun in a relaxed and supportive space.
Weekly Movie Time
Thu, Aug 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Indian River Library - Meeting Room
Come out and enjoy a family-friendly movie with friends! Movies will be either G or PG.
Storytime
Thu, Aug 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. Featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun!
Garden Days
Thu, Aug 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library
Meet me in the garden! The summer heat has arrived, and the garden is producing. Come help me tend the community garden and assist with the harvest.
Family Yoga
Thu, Aug 21, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Curious about yoga? Learn movement and mindfulness skills, in a playful class, taught by a Registered Yoga and Children's Yoga Teacher. Bring a yoga mat or towel and wear comfortable clothes.
STEAM Series - Summer Math Challenge
Thu, Aug 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Swing by to enjoy Lego Club, STEAM Ventures, and Preschool STEAM on a rotating basis. Every week is something new around here!
Innovation Studio Classes - Orientation for Creative Device - MakerBot
Thu, Aug 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined
Learn how to use a MakerBot 3D printer.
Peake Speaks Free Lecture Series - Chesapeake's Showboat: the James Adams Floating Theatre
Thu, Aug 21, 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Join Chesapeake author and historian Kate Livie for an entertaining look at the James Adams Floating Theater, a "magical little showboat" that shaped the life in the Chesapeake for almost 30 years.
Yadas Online Book Club - Only the Beautiful by Susan Meissner
Thu, Aug 21, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Online Events - Online Event Room 2
Explore contemporary adult fiction and non-fiction with our online book club.
Friends of the Library - Book Sale
Fri, Aug 22, All day
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library
Drop in and browse our selection of books, DVDs, CDs and more for all ages at this monthly book sale! Each purchase supports classes and events at your library.
Quilty Kindness
Fri, Aug 22, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Small Meeting Room
Quilting Club. All are welcome.
Book Sale - Friends of the Library
Fri, Aug 22, 10:00am - 5:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor
Find your next literary adventure or cinematic thrill at our monthly book sale! Browse a diverse collection of books, audiobooks, and DVDs, all at incredible prices.
Friday Morning Movie - Dog Man (2025)
Fri, Aug 22, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Kick off the morning by helping save the day in this animated comedy! This is a family-friendly event. Outside refreshments are welcome.
Friends of the Library - Book Sale
Sat, Aug 23, All day
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library
Drop in and browse our selection of books, DVDs, CDs and more for all ages at this monthly book sale! Each purchase supports classes and events at your library.
Book Sale - Friends of the Library
Sat, Aug 23, 10:00am - 5:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor
Find your next literary adventure or cinematic thrill at our monthly book sale! Browse a diverse collection of books, audiobooks, and DVDs, all at incredible prices.
Book Sale - Friends of the Library
Sun, Aug 24, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor
Find your next literary adventure or cinematic thrill at our monthly book sale! Browse a diverse collection of books, audiobooks, and DVDs, all at incredible prices.
Quilty Kindness
Sun, Aug 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Small Meeting Room
Quilting Club. All are welcome.
Okinawa Sanshin of Virginia
Sun, Aug 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Escape the heat and immerse yourself in Okinawan culture. Okinawa Sanshin of Virginia will perform a concert celebrating the importance of music in the cultural heritage of this Japanese island.
Preservation Studio - Orientation Session
Sun, Aug 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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. All other appointments for the lab will be made with staff.
Cancelled
Monday Maker Labs
Mon, Aug 25, All day
Russell Memorial Library
Jump into a new world of people, places, and things with themed crafts every Monday.
Crafty Monday
Mon, Aug 25, All day
Central Library - Youth Services
Looking for a fun craft? Stop by the Youth & Family Services Department anytime on Mondays to participate in our weekly craft. Available all day, while supplies last.
Rescheduled
Garden Days
Mon, Aug 25, 10:00am - 11:00am
New date Monday, August 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library
Meet me in the garden! The summer heat has arrived, and the garden is producing. Come help me tend the community garden and assist with the harvest.
Monday Morning Movies - The Bad Guys (2022)
Mon, Aug 25, 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 weekly reels that are sure to delight diehard movie goers.
Garden Days
Mon, Aug 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library
Meet me in the garden! The summer heat has arrived, and the garden is producing. Come help me tend the community garden and assist with the harvest.
Box Car Drive-in Movie
Mon, Aug 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Large Meeting Room
We provide the cardboard box; you create the car! Decorate your car using provided supplies while we watch a short movie.
Computers for Beginners
Mon, Aug 25, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Conference Room
Build your knowledge of computer technology. Learn simple computer terms, email, internet use, and how to create and edit documents! Increased confidence expected. Registration preferred.
Cancelled
Muse Mondays
Mon, Aug 25, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Russell Memorial Library
Express yourself with a multitude of craft supplies at your fingertips, and get to know your fellow crafters! Different, weekly themes will encourage new ideas.
Preservation Studio - Orientation Session
Mon, Aug 25, 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. All other appointments for the lab will be made with staff.
The Sizzle Squad
Mon, Aug 25, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Indian River Library
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.
Cancelled
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Aug 26, 9:30am - 10:00am
Russell Memorial Library
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.
Red Cross Blood Drive
Tue, Aug 26, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Support our community Blood Drive. Please join our lifesaving mission and schedule an appointment today! Call 1-800-RED CROSS or schedule online.
Preservation Studio - Orientation Session
Tue, Aug 26, 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. All other appointments for the lab will be made with staff.
Cancelled
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Aug 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Russell Memorial Library
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.
Family Storytime
Tue, Aug 26, 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.
Innovation Studio Classes - Orientation for Creative Device - Cricut
Tue, Aug 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined
Learn how to use a Cricut cutting machine.
From Page to Screen! - Tuesday Movie Matinee
Tue, Aug 26, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Lights, camera, fiction! Enjoy a PG-rated story straight from the stacks to the screen. Bring your own snacks and watch the story unfold!
Plant Clinic - Sponsored by Virginia Cooperative Extension
Tue, Aug 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian River Library - Open Area
Need advice for garden dilemmas? Bring your plant questions to agriculture experts dedicated to beautifying our community, educating the public, and maintaining the environment for the future.
Activity Afternoon - Summer's End Sing-a-Long
Tue, Aug 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Move, groove and sing your favorite back to school melodies as we sing so long to summer! All supplies provided; just bring your voice!
Cancelled
Family Storytime
Wed, Aug 27, 9:30am - 10:00am
Russell Memorial Library
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Cancelled
Family Storytime
Wed, Aug 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Russell Memorial Library
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, Aug 27, 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.
Internet Basics
Wed, Aug 27, 1:15pm - 2:00pm
Indian River Library - Conference Room
Learn how to find and evaluate information online. Topics include learning about browsers, search engines, websites, and hyperlinks.
Dungeons & Dragons - Teen Inspiration Station
Wed, Aug 27, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Have you ever wanted to start playing Dungeons & Dragons, but didn't know where to start? Looking for a game to join, you can start your adventure now!
Artist & Crafter Meetup: Teen Art Club
Wed, Aug 27, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Major Hillard Library - Open Area
Calling artists and crafters! Come create, connect, and be inspired. Bring your supplies, work on your project, and network with fellow creatives in a welcoming space.
Coffee and Classics - Book Club
Wed, Aug 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Central Library - Small Meeting Room
Come drink some coffee or tea and discuss a classic book that you have always wanted to read! In this meeting, we will discuss "As I Lay Dying" by William Faulkner.
Friends Social Hour
Thu, Aug 28, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Conference Room
Drop in for our weekly gathering for adults to enjoy games, art, activities, and friendship. Connect, socialize, and have fun in a relaxed and supportive space.
Weekly Movie Time
Thu, Aug 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Indian River Library - Meeting Room
Come out and enjoy a family-friendly movie with friends! Movies will be either G or PG.
Storytime
Thu, Aug 28, 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. Featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun!
Garden Days
Thu, Aug 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library
Meet me in the garden! The summer heat has arrived, and the garden is producing. Come help me tend the community garden and assist with the harvest.
Innovation Studio Classes - Orientation for Creative Device - Glowforge
Thu, Aug 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined
Learn how to use a Glowforge Laser Cutter.
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STEAM Series - Summer Math Challenge
Thu, Aug 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library
Swing by to enjoy Lego Club, STEAM Ventures, and Preschool STEAM on a rotating basis. Every week is something new around here!
Innovation Studio Classes - Certification
Fri, Aug 29, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined
Demonstrate your knowledge of proper use and procedure for one of the creative devices.
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