Poetry Publishing Workshop
Presented by Synnika A. Lofton
Thursday, April 30
10:00am - 2:00pm
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Poetry Publishing Workshop
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!
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Small Business HubAward-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!
Have you ever wondered how to publish your own poetry?
What’s the difference between traditional publishing and independent publishing?
What is self-publishing? How many well-known authors self-published? What is print-on-demand technology?
How do I publish my poetry with Amazon?
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn directly from an award‑winning poet and take the next steps toward publishing your own poetry collection.
Click here to explore Synnika A. Lofton's poetry and publications.
AGE GROUP: | High School | Families | Adult |
EVENT TYPE: | Workshop | Current Events | Arts & Culture |
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| Fri, May 29 | 9:00AM to 5:00PM |
| Sat, May 30 | 9:00AM to 5:00PM |
| Sun, May 31 | 1:00PM to 5:00PM |
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Russell Memorial Library - Youth Services
Looking for a fun craft? Stop by the Children’s Department to create your own masterpiece. Crafts are available while supplies last.
Mon, Jun 15, All day
Central Library - Youth Services
Looking for a fun craft? Stop by the Youth & Family Services Department anytime on Mondays to participate in our weekly craft. All day, while supplies last.
Mon, Jun 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Atrium
Want to grow your green thumb? Then join us for some time in the garden. Pull weeds, water, harvest, learn something new, and meet new people. This is an outdoor, weather-dependent program.
Mon, Jun 15, 10:00am - 7:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor
Calling all bookworms! The Friends of the Library book sale is back! Your Next Favorite Book is Waiting. Choose from a curated selection of books, audio books, and music CDs.
Mon, Jun 15, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Calling all budding chefs! Teresa from Healthy Chesapeake is offering a cooking class for kids 8-13. She will guide young chefs through the preparation and cooking of a healthy and delicious meal.
This event is full
Mon, Jun 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Explore the world of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math through hands-on experiments and activities.
Mon, Jun 15, 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, Jun 15, 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.
Tue, Jun 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
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!
Tue, Jun 16, 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, Jun 16, 10:00am - 7:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor
Calling all bookworms! The Friends of the Library book sale is back! Your Next Favorite Book is Waiting. Choose from a curated selection of books, audio books, and music CDs.
Tue, Jun 16, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Conference Room,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!
Rescheduled
Tue, Jun 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
New date Tuesday, June 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Indian River Library
Explore a wide variety of books and share enthusiastic discussion. Come together to chat, connect, and enjoy great reads.
Tue, Jun 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Step into the spotlight! Each week, kids in grades kindergarten to fifth, explore acting, scriptwriting, puppets, and more. There will be a performance on the final class, for friends and family.
Tue, Jun 16, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Step into the spotlight! Each week, teens in grades six to twelve, will explore acting, scriptwriting, puppetry and more. There will be a performance on the final class, for friends and family.
Tue, Jun 16, 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
Tue, Jun 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Calling all tweens and teens - join us for fun summer crafts and express your personality through art! For all middle and high schoolers.
Tue, Jun 16, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Page-to-screen adventures await! Teens, grades 6-12, will watch popular movie adaptations and read the book. Discover how stories transform from page to film. Vote on your favorite.
Wed, Jun 17, 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.
Wed, Jun 17, 10:00am - 7:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor
Calling all bookworms! The Friends of the Library book sale is back! Your Next Favorite Book is Waiting. Choose from a curated selection of books, audio books, and music CDs.
Wed, Jun 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Wed, Jun 17, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
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.
Wed, Jun 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Are you wondering what you can do to help our planet, and your community, stay healthy? Are you interested in nature and the environment? Then join us for our monthly explorations to learn and create.
Wed, Jun 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Spark your creativity! Tweens, ages eight to twelve, will explore tie-dye, make felt animals, weave baskets, and sculpt in this hands-on art adventure. Bring home your handmade projects!
Wed, Jun 17, 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!
Thu, Jun 18, All day
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
Celebrate the birthday of children's author, Chris Van Allsburg! Enjoy themed crafts and a book display inspired by his stories of wonder, magical trains, mysterious games, and incredible adventures.
Thu, Jun 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Test your survival skills! Complete daring missions, solve clues, and decode danger. Brave the obstacle-course inspired by the beloved, I Survived series, by Lauren Tarshis. For families.
Thu, Jun 18, 10:00am - 7:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor
Calling all bookworms! The Friends of the Library book sale is back! Your Next Favorite Book is Waiting. Choose from a curated selection of books, audio books, and music CDs.
Thu, Jun 18, 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, Jun 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Swim along with Arts for Learning Virginia’s Rainbow Puppets in this lively musical adventure about Chessie, a curious manatee who wanders into the Chesapeake Bay!
Thu, Jun 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library
Join us for a guided tour of the Cuffee Community Garden. Explore what’s growing, learn about our plants, and discover how the space supports our community. All ages are welcome.
Thu, Jun 18, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Drop in the Children's room for hands on learning. Explore the science of our oceans. Create art inspired by the sea. These activities are best for elementary aged children.
Thu, Jun 18, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined
There is no better way to celebrate the warm weather than to change to casual clothing and shoes. Flip-flops just make you feel like summer. We can help with that focus.
Thu, Jun 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Have you ever grown your own food? Join us to learn about how seeds become plants. You'll even plant your own cucumber seeds to take home and raise!
Thu, Jun 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Explore the world of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math through hands-on experiments and activities.
Thu, Jun 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Indian River Library - Meeting Room
Join us for an art history lesson and a craft! Transport to Ancient Greece to learn about Greek columns. Ages 8 and up. Art supplies are provided. Registration is required.
Thu, Jun 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Stitch something magical this summer! Over six weeks, teens will explore embroidery basics, mindful creativity, and mandala-inspired patterns. For grades six through twelve. Registration required.
Thu, Jun 18, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Russell Memorial Library - Online Event Room 2
Explore contemporary adult fiction and non-fiction with our online book club.
Sat, Jun 20, 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.
Rescheduled
Sat, Jun 20, 10:00am - 1:00pm
New date Saturday, June 27, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Central Library
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.
Sat, Jun 20, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Indian River Library - Meeting Room
Join the fun! Play games all day without electronics.
Sat, Jun 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
The Hampton Roads Buffalo Soldiers Motorcycle Club will present the history of the club and of the Buffalo Soldiers. Their motorcycles will be on display for viewing.
Sat, Jun 20, 10:00am - 5:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor
Calling all bookworms! The Friends of the Library book sale is back! Your Next Favorite Book is Waiting. Choose from a curated selection of books, audio books, and music CDs.
Sat, Jun 20, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined
Connect with fellow makers to talk tools, tips, and creative ideas for using the library’s Innovation Studio equipment.
Sat, Jun 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Indian River Library - Main Area
Sign up to read to a certified therapy dog or other 4-legged friend. Improve your reading skills and make new furry friends. Please register each child individually. This program is for ages 6-10.
Sat, Jun 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined
Learn how to use a Cricut smart cutting machine, then put your skills and knowledge to work.
Sat, Jun 20, 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.
Sun, Jun 21, All day
Central Library - Activity Room,Divided Large Meeting Room 1,Divided Large Meeting Room 2,Dizzy Costume,First Floor,Mezzanine,Small Business Hub,Small Meeting Room,Youth Services
Connect and celebrate at our annual, family-friendly Pride event! Enjoy community resources, vendors, and fun activities for all ages in a welcoming, inclusive space.
Sun, Jun 21, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor
Calling all bookworms! The Friends of the Library book sale is back! Your Next Favorite Book is Waiting. Choose from a curated selection of books, audio books, and music CDs.
Mon, Jun 22, All day
Central Library - First Floor
Explore the rich heritage of Virginia’s tribal communities. Discover how Indigenous voices and experiences have been, and remain, a vital part of Virginia’s history and culture.
Mon, Jun 22, All day
Russell Memorial Library - Youth Services
Looking for a fun craft? Stop by the Children’s Department to create your own masterpiece. Crafts are available while supplies last.
Mon, Jun 22, All day
Central Library - Youth Services
Looking for a fun craft? Stop by the Children’s Department to create your own masterpiece. Crafts are available while supplies last.
Mon, Jun 22, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Calling all budding chefs! Teresa from Healthy Chesapeake is offering a cooking class for kids 8-13. She will guide young chefs through the preparation and cooking of a healthy and delicious meal.
This event is full
Mon, Jun 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Swim along with Arts for Learning Virginia’s Rainbow Puppets in this lively musical adventure about Chessie, a curious manatee who wanders into the Chesapeake Bay!
Mon, Jun 22, 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 welcome. No trading of cards at this event.
Mon, Jun 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Explore the world of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math through hands-on experiments and activities.
Mon, Jun 22, 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, Jun 22, 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, Jun 22, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined
Drop in for open creative time! In this self‑guided session, use a variety of maker equipment on a first‑come, first‑served basis. Staff will be onsite to answer questions and offer basic assistance.
Mon, Jun 22, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Big ideas start small! Preschoolers and kindergartners can experiment and problem-solve with STEAM activities specially designed for our littlest learners.
Tue, Jun 23, All day
Central Library - First Floor
Explore the rich heritage of Virginia’s tribal communities. Discover how Indigenous voices and experiences have been, and remain, a vital part of Virginia’s history and culture.
Tue, Jun 23, 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, Jun 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
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!
Tue, Jun 23, 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, Jun 23, 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, Jun 23, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Edgar Allan Poe Conference Room
A cozy library craft afternoon invites kids of all ages and families to create colorful tissue paper suncatchers, filling the space with light, creativity, and a warm sense of community.
Tue, Jun 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Step into the spotlight! Each week, kids in grades kindergarten to fifth, explore acting, scriptwriting, puppets, and more. There will be a performance on the final class, for friends and family.
Tue, Jun 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Join artist Heidi Ordaz and immerse yourself in the hands-on technique of hand-press printmaking.
Tue, Jun 23, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Open Area
Need advice for garden dilemmas? Bring your plant questions to agriculture experts dedicated to beautifying our community, educating the public, and maintaining the environment for the future.
Tue, Jun 23, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Step into the spotlight! Each week, teens in grades six to twelve, will explore acting, scriptwriting, puppetry and more. There will be a performance on the final class, for friends and family.
Tue, Jun 23, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Write, imagine, and share! This 4-week workshop helps tweens & teens grow their creativity and storytelling skills. Week two will focus on World Building!
Wed, Jun 24, All day
Central Library - First Floor
Explore the rich heritage of Virginia’s tribal communities. Discover how Indigenous voices and experiences have been, and remain, a vital part of Virginia’s history and culture.
Wed, Jun 24, 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.
Wed, Jun 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Start your engines for family fun! Create your own cardboard car, start the pretend engines, and park at the library drive-in. Watch Cars on the big screen. A wheel-y fun movie morning for all ages.
Wed, Jun 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.
Wed, Jun 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Wed, Jun 24, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
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.
Wed, Jun 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library
Join us for a sail-abration featuring lively music from the U.S. Fleet Forces Band, nautical crafts, and outdoor lawn games for all ages. Come enjoy an afternoon of coastal creativity and community.
Wed, Jun 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Bring your imagination for LEGO-building fun! We provide the materials, you provide the creativity!
Wed, Jun 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Grab a drum and join the beat! Arts for Learning Virginia’s JuJu Drum shows kids how to create their own rhythms and jam together—no experience necessary!
Wed, Jun 24, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined
Explore, experiment, and create in our Teen Innovation Lab! Drop in to try out studio tools like the Cricut, sewing machines, 3D printing, and more.