Family Storytime

Tue, Apr 16, All day

Central Library - Open Area

Enjoy the visual art show created by students from the Chesapeake Public Schools.

Tue, Apr 16, 9:30am - 10:30am

Central Library - Memory Lab

Sign up for a one-on-one session to learn how to digitize materials using our Memory Lab equipment. Please only sign up for one session. All other appointments for the lab will be made with staff.

Registration is now closed

Red Cross Blood Drive

Tue, Apr 16, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Central Library - Large Meeting Room

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

Tue, Apr 16, 10:00am - 7:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor

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

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

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

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

Staying Safe in an Online World - Preventive Healthcare & Empowerment

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

Major Hillard Library - Activity Room

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

Preschool STEAM

Tue, Apr 16, 10:15am - 11:00am

Central Library - Activity Room

Explore the world of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math through hands-on experiments and activities. Registration Required. Ages: 3-5

Tue, Apr 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - Conference Room

Learn about general online safety tips, how to keep children safe online, and what to do if you encounter an issue.

Lego Create and Discovery Time

Tue, Apr 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial 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.

Tue, Apr 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm

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

Build, explore, discover, and create with Legos. There will be weekly themes, challenges, and free building for ages 6 and up.

Paper Crafting: Scrapbook Pages - Adult Activity Afternoons

Tue, Apr 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Meeting Room-Combined

Preserve your memories with scrapbooking. Bring in a few family photos and create beautiful reminders of your most precious moments. All supplies provided. All abilities welcome!

Slay the Stacks Teen Book Club - In person or Virtual

Tue, Apr 16, 4:00pm - 5:15pm

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

Have fun while working on math and reading. We will follow Virginia Pacing Guides to reinforce Kindergarten and first grade math and reading skills. Grades: K-1.

Registration is now closed

Tue, Apr 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Indian River Library - Activity Room,Online Event Room 1

Did you read a historical or realistic fiction book that you loved or hated during the Spring 2024 quarter? Come talk with us about it during our quarterly meeting and earn a badge for the challenge.

Drone Safety 101 | Navigating the Airspace - In partnership with eAviation & Drone Academy

Tue, Apr 16, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Major Hillard Library - Main Area

Join us for junk journaling, collaging, and crafts galore! Find inspiration and meet other artsy makers. BYOJ - Bring your own journal.

Tue, Apr 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Central Library - Small Meeting Room

Drones can be easy to fly, but there are still risks. Since they operate in the National Airspace System, anyone flying one needs to know the basic rules. Come learn safety tips for drone operators.

Wed, Apr 17, All day

Central Library - Open Area

Enjoy the visual art show created by students from the Chesapeake Public Schools.

Wed, Apr 17, 9:15am - 9:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

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

Chesapeake Yarn Guild

Wed, Apr 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Central Library - Small Meeting Room

All levels of yarners are invited to join the Chesapeake Yarn Guild to create projects. Simply bring your own needles or hooks and yarn to start crafting!

Wed, Apr 17, 10:00am - 7:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor

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

Wed, Apr 17, 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 17, 10:15am - 10:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

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

Wed, Apr 17, 10:30am - 11:00am

Indian River Library - Activity Room

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

Wed, Apr 17, 11:15am - 11:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregivers. Ages: 1-2

Wed, Apr 17, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

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

Have fun while working on reading comprehension. We will follow Virginia Pacing Guides to reinforce phonetic skills, vocabulary, and communicate ideas through pictures and writing. Grades: 2-3.

Wed, Apr 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

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

Have fun while working on reading comprehension. We will follow Virginia Pacing Guides to reinforce fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension of fiction and nonfiction texts. Grades: 4-5

Novel Ladies Book Club

Wed, Apr 17, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room

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

Thu, Apr 18, All day

Central Library - Open Area

Enjoy the visual art show created by students from the Chesapeake Public Schools.

Thu, Apr 18, 10:00am - 7:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor

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

Thu, Apr 18, 10:15am - 11:15am

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Second Floor

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

Thu, Apr 18, 10:15am - 10:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

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

Thu, Apr 18, 10:30am - 11:00am

Indian River 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.

Thu, Apr 18, 11:15am - 11:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

Preschoolers and their caregivers will enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs while growing your love of reading. Ages: 3-5

Thu, Apr 18, 5:00pm - 6:45pm

Central Library - Activity Room

Central Library is partnering with Grassfield High School students to provide weekly tutoring sessions for students in grades 4-8. Join us on Thursdays for reading help.

Yada Yadas Online Book Club April Meeting - "Eyes Turned Skyward" by Alena Dillon

Thu, Apr 18, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Major Hillard Library - Main Area

Join us for junk journaling, collaging, and crafts galore! Find inspiration and meet other artsy makers. BYOJ - Bring your own journal.

Thu, Apr 18, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Russell Memorial Library - Online Event Room 2

Join us online for a lively discussion about the selection of the month on the third Thursday of each month. The Yadas read a variety of fiction and non-fiction titles.

Fri, Apr 19, All day

Central Library

Enjoy the visual art show created by students from the Chesapeake Public Schools.

Fri, Apr 19, 10:00am - 5:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor

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

Bilingual Storytime

Fri, Apr 19, 10:15am - 10:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

Let’s go on a bilingual language adventure combining books and songs in English and Spanish. All ages welcomed. No registration required.

STEAM Time

Fri, Apr 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm

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

Join us as we explore of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math.

Sat, Apr 20, All day

Central Library - Open Area

Enjoy the visual art show created by students from the Chesapeake Public Schools.

Book Bonanza - Friends of the Library Book Sale

Sat, Apr 20, 10:00am - 5:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor

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

Sat, Apr 20, 10:30am - 1:00pm

Central Library - Large Meeting Room

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

Paws to Read

Sat, Apr 20, 10:30am - 11:30am

Indian River Library - Activity Room

Sign up to read to a certified therapy dog. Improve your reading skills and make new canine friends! For ages 5-10. Please register each child individually. Registration opens 1 week before event.

Registration opens Tuesday, April 16 2024 at 9:00am

The Sewcial Club - Creative Spaces

Sat, Apr 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1,Creative Spaces 2,Creative Spaces 3

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

Sun, Apr 21, All day

Central Library - Open Area

Enjoy the visual art show created by students from the Chesapeake Public Schools.

Sun, Apr 21, 1:00pm - 5:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor

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

Sun, Apr 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Central Library - Memory Lab

Sign up for a one-on-one session to learn how to digitize materials using our Memory Lab equipment. Please only sign up for one session. All other appointments for the lab will be made with staff.

Mon, Apr 22, All day

Russell Memorial Library - Youth Services

Complete a make-and-take craft each week in the Children's Room. Available while supplies last.

Mon, Apr 22, All day

Central Library - Open Area

Enjoy the visual art show created by students from the Chesapeake Public Schools.

Crafty Mondays

Mon, Apr 22, All day

Central Library

Looking for a fun craft or activity to do? Stop by the Youth & Family Services Department anytime on Mondays to participate in our weekly craft or activity station.

Canceled

Mon, Apr 22, 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.

Mon, Apr 22, 10:15am - 10:45am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

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

Mon, Apr 22, 10:15am - 10:45am

Major Hillard Library - Activity Room

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

Baby Storytime

Mon, Apr 22, 10:15am - 10:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

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

Introduction to Smartphones

Mon, Apr 22, 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.

Canceled

Books & Hooks

Mon, Apr 22, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library

Love to crochet? Join this beginner-friendly group to learn the basics, refine your craft, or learn new tips while you discover the range of crochet books Chesapeake Public Libraries have to offer!

Mon, Apr 22, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Indian River Library - Conference Room

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

Friends & Family Game Night

Mon, Apr 22, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

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

Have fun working on math skills. We will follow Pacing Guides to reinforce the calendar, counting, money, comparing & ordering numbers, and more. Grades 2-3.

This event is full

Mon, Apr 22, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - Youth Services

Join us for an evening of gaming fun with family and friends. From card to classic video games, we’ll play it all—the only missing piece is you!

Mon, Apr 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Central Library - Memory Lab

Sign up for a one-on-one session to learn how to digitize materials using our Memory Lab equipment. Please only sign up for one session. All other appointments for the lab will be made with staff.

Mon, Apr 22, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

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

Have fun while working on math skills. We are following Virginia Pacing Guides to reinforce place value, comparing & ordering, numbers, multiplication facts, & more. Grades: 4 - 5.

Mon, Apr 22, 5:00pm - 6:45pm

Central Library - Activity Room

Central Library is partnering with Grassfield High School students to provide weekly tutoring sessions for students in grades 4-8. Join us on Mondays for science and math help.

The Sizzle Squad

Mon, Apr 22, 5:30pm - 6:45pm

Indian River Library - Meeting Room

Hot flashes? Join a support group focused on women’s transitioning toward menopause. We’ll share tips and stories for embracing our new phase in life with understanding and compassion.

Tue, Apr 23, All day

Central Library - Open Area

Enjoy the visual art show created by students from the Chesapeake Public Schools.

Tue, Apr 23, 9:30am - 10:30am

Central Library - Memory Lab

Sign up for a one-on-one session to learn how to digitize materials using our Memory Lab equipment. Please only sign up for one session. All other appointments for the lab will be made with staff.

This event is full

Tue, Apr 23, 10:15am - 10:45am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

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

Tue, Apr 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! Ages 6 - 24 months with caregiver.

Plant Clinic - Sponsored by Virginia Cooperative Extension

Tue, Apr 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial 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.

Tue, Apr 23, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Major Hillard Library - Open Area

Need advice for tricky garden dilemmas? Bring your plant questions to agriculture experts dedicated to beautifying our community, educating the public, and maintaining the environment for the future.

Tue, Apr 23, 4:00pm - 5:15pm

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

Have fun while working on math and reading. We will follow Virginia Pacing Guides to reinforce Kindergarten and first grade math and reading skills. Grades: K-1.

This event is full

Boogie In Your Boots

Tue, Apr 23, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Russell Memorial Library - Meeting Room-Combined

Wobble, shuffle and grapevine the night away while line dancing to some of music's greatest hits!

Tue, Apr 23, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Major Hillard Library - Main Area

Join us for junk journaling, collaging, and crafts galore! Find inspiration and meet other artsy makers. BYOJ - Bring your own journal.

Wed, Apr 24, 9:15am - 9:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

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

Registration opens Wednesday, April 17 2024 at 9:00am

Canceled

Wed, Apr 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, Apr 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, Apr 24, 10:15am - 10:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

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

Registration opens Wednesday, April 17 2024 at 9:00am

Wed, Apr 24, 10:30am - 11:00am

Indian River Library - Activity Room

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

Wed, Apr 24, 11:15am - 11:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregivers. Ages: 1-2

Wed, Apr 24, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

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

Have fun while working on reading comprehension. We will follow Virginia Pacing Guides to reinforce phonetic skills, vocabulary, and communicate ideas through pictures and writing. Grades: 2-3.

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

Wed, Apr 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Central Library - Activity Room

Explore the world of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math through hands-on experiments and activities. Registration is required. Please register each child individually.

Registration opens Wednesday, April 17 2024 at 9:00am

Coffee and Classics - Book Club

Wed, Apr 24, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

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

Have fun while working on reading comprehension. We will follow Virginia Pacing Guides to reinforce fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension of fiction and nonfiction texts. Grades: 4-5

Wed, Apr 24, 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! April 24, "To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee.

Thu, Apr 25, 10:15am - 11:15am

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Second Floor

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

Thu, Apr 25, 10:15am - 10:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

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

Registration opens Thursday, April 18 2024 at 9:00am

Thu, Apr 25, 10:30am - 11:00am

Indian River Library - Activity Room

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

STEAM-ventures - Microbes, Bacteria, and Bones, Oh My!

Thu, Apr 25, 11:15am - 11:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

Preschoolers and their caregivers will enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs while growing your love of reading. Ages: 3-5

Thu, Apr 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Meeting Room-Combined

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

Thu, Apr 25, 5:00pm - 6:45pm

Central Library - Activity Room

Central Library is partnering with Grassfield High School students to provide weekly tutoring sessions for students in grades 4-8. Join us on Thursdays for reading help.

Teen Blackout Poetry - National Poetry Month

Thu, Apr 25, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Major Hillard Library - Main Area

Join us for junk journaling, collaging, and crafts galore! Find inspiration and meet other artsy makers. BYOJ - Bring your own journal.

WHRO Presents STEAM Time

Fri, Apr 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm

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

WHRO is bringing STEAM stations to the library for your enjoyment! This STEAM program is for children in grades K-5.

Sat, Apr 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Central Library - Activity Room

Embrace your inner poet with this creative exercise using recycled books, your imagination, and a black marker. For teens ages 13 and up.

Free Math Clinic

Sun, Apr 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Central Library - Small Meeting Room

The Virginia Math Club in partnership with the Chesapeake Youth Foundation and the Chesapeake Public Library will provide free personal tutoring in any mathematics up to and including Calculus.

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

Central Library - Memory Lab

Sign up for a one-on-one session to learn how to digitize materials using our Memory Lab equipment. Please only sign up for one session. All other appointments for the lab will be made with staff.

Mon, Apr 29, All day

Russell Memorial Library - Youth Services

Complete a make-and-take craft each week in the Children's Room. Available while supplies last.

Crafty Mondays

Mon, Apr 29, All day

Central Library

Looking for a fun craft or activity to do? Stop by the Youth & Family Services Department anytime on Mondays to participate in our weekly craft or activity station.

Canceled

Mon, Apr 29, 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.

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

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

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

Mon, 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.

Baby Storytime

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

Central Library - Activity Room

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

Registration opens Monday, April 22 2024 at 9:00am

Yard Games - Adult Activity Afternoons

Mon, Apr 29, 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.

Canceled

Books & Hooks

Mon, Apr 29, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library

Love to crochet? Join this beginner-friendly group to learn the basics, refine your craft, or learn new tips while you discover the range of crochet books Chesapeake Public Libraries have to offer!

Mon, Apr 29, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Meeting Room-Combined,Open Area

Learn how to play some fun yard games at the library. Corn Hole, Ladder Golf, Connect Four, and Bottle Bash will be set up for casual play. No prior experience necessary.

Introduction to Smartphones

Mon, Apr 29, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Indian River Library - Conference Room

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

Mon, Apr 29, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

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

Have fun working on math skills. We will follow Pacing Guides to reinforce the calendar, counting, money, comparing & ordering numbers, and more. Grades 2-3.

This event is full

Studio Ghibli Inspired Crafts

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

Central Library - Memory Lab

Sign up for a one-on-one session to learn how to digitize materials using our Memory Lab equipment. Please only sign up for one session. All other appointments for the lab will be made with staff.

This event is full

Mon, Apr 29, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Russell Memorial Library - Meeting Room-Combined

Explore the immersive and magical world of Studio Ghibli through crafts! Inspired by Hayao Miyazaki's feel-good films, join us in re-creating some of his most memorable elements.

Mon, Apr 29, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

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

Have fun while working on math skills. We are following Virginia Pacing Guides to reinforce place value, comparing & ordering, numbers, multiplication facts, & more. Grades: 4 - 5.

Mon, Apr 29, 5:00pm - 6:45pm

Central Library - Activity Room

Central Library is partnering with Grassfield High School students to provide weekly tutoring sessions for students in grades 4-8. Join us on Mondays for science and math help.

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

Central Library - Memory Lab

Sign up for a one-on-one session to learn how to digitize materials using our Memory Lab equipment. Please only sign up for one session. All other appointments for the lab will be made with staff.

Tue, Apr 30, 10:15am - 10:45am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

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

Tue, Apr 30, 10:15am - 10:45am

Major Hillard Library - Activity Room

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

Plant Clinic - Sponsored by Virginia Cooperative Extension

Tue, Apr 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial 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.

Tue, Apr 30, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library

Need advice for tricky garden dilemmas? Bring your plant questions to agriculture experts dedicated to beautifying our community, educating the public, and maintaining the environment for the future.

Tue, Apr 30, 4:00pm - 5:15pm

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

Have fun while working on math and reading. We will follow Virginia Pacing Guides to reinforce Kindergarten and first grade math and reading skills. Grades: K-1.

This event is full

Pokemon Club

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

Russell Memorial Library - Meeting Room-Combined

Choose your Pokemon 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.

Tue, Apr 30, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Major Hillard Library - Main Area

Join us for junk journaling, collaging, and crafts galore! Find inspiration and meet other artsy makers. BYOJ - Bring your own journal.

Canceled

Wed, May 01, 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.

Chesapeake Yarn Guild

Wed, May 01, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Central Library - Small Meeting Room

All levels of yarners are invited to join the Chesapeake Yarn Guild to create projects. Simply bring your own needles or hooks and yarn to start crafting!

Wed, May 01, 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 01, 10:30am - 11:00am

Indian River Library - Activity Room

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

Wed, May 01, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

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

Have fun while working on reading comprehension. We will follow Virginia Pacing Guides to reinforce phonetic skills, vocabulary, and communicate ideas through pictures and writing. Grades: 2-3.

'Fabric'-ate an Island Flower - Asian Pacific American Heritage Month

Wed, May 01, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

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

Have fun while working on reading comprehension. We will follow Virginia Pacing Guides to reinforce fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension of fiction and nonfiction texts. Grades: 4-5

Wed, May 01, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - C.S. Lewis Conference Room

Come and create a hair pick to adorn your ear! Learn how to make a plumeria out of fabric and grace your hair like a Pacific Islander!

Thu, May 02, All day

Central Library - Open Area

Enjoy the visual art show created by students from the Chesapeake Public Schools.

Thu, May 02, 10:15am - 11:15am

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Second Floor

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

Artivity - Water Color Salt Painting

Thu, May 02, 10:30am - 11:00am

Indian River 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.

Fit4Mom's Playgroup

Thu, May 02, 10:45am - 12:00pm

Central Library - Large Meeting Room

Fit4Mom's Playgroup includes sensory bins, make and take crafts, music/sing-alongs, or story time.

Thu, May 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1,Creative Spaces 2,Creative Spaces 3

Join in on an artistic journey and unleash the artist within during our one-hour mixed media art class. Proudly take home your personalized masterpiece, ready to be displayed and admired!

Thu, May 02, 5:00pm - 6:45pm

Central Library - Activity Room

Central Library is partnering with Grassfield High School students to provide weekly tutoring sessions for students in grades 4-8. Join us on Thursdays for reading help.

Essence Book Club

Thu, May 02, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Online - Zoom - Click the event to join the discussion

Lively discussion first Thursday of every month of works by African or African-American authors. This month's discussion is House of Eve by Sadequa Johnson.

Red Herring Readers - Mystery Book Club

Fri, May 03, All day

Central Library - Open Area

Enjoy the visual art show created by students from the Chesapeake Public Schools.

STEAM Time

Fri, May 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm

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

Join us as we explore of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math.

Fri, May 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - Conference Room

Calling all mystery fans! Join us for our monthly book club! Mystery lovers can register to pick up titles in advance. This month’s pick: "The Coast-to-Coast Murders" by James Patterson.

Choose Your Own Book-Club: Grades 1-2

Sat, May 04, All day

Central Library - Open Area

Enjoy the visual art show created by students from the Chesapeake Public Schools.

Sat, May 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Central Library - Activity Room

Discover new books, share your favorite stories, and meet other book lovers! Bring a book to talk about and share in the discussion. Registration required. Please register each child individually.

Registration opens Saturday, April 27 2024 at 9:00am

Family Movie Matinee - National Pet Month

Sat, May 04, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Major Hillard Library - Open Area

Celebrate National Pet Month with a friendly pet movie, popcorn, and drinks. Our movie is The Wolf and the Lion and is rated PG.

Sun, May 05, All day

Central Library - Open Area

Enjoy the visual art show created by students from the Chesapeake Public Schools.

Sun, May 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Central Library - Memory Lab

Sign up for a one-on-one session to learn how to digitize materials using our Memory Lab equipment. Please only sign up for one session. All other appointments for the lab will be made with staff.

Mon, May 06, All day

Russell Memorial Library - Youth Services

Complete a make-and-take craft each week in the Children's Room. Available while supplies last.

Mon, May 06, All day

Central Library - Open Area

Enjoy the visual art show created by students from the Chesapeake Public Schools.

Canceled

Mon, May 06, 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.

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

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

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

Mon, 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.

Books & Hooks

Mon, May 06, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

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

Love to crochet? Join this beginner-friendly group to learn the basics, refine your craft, or learn new tips while you discover the range of crochet books Chesapeake Public Libraries have to offer!

Mon, May 06, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

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

Have fun working on math skills. We will follow Pacing Guides to reinforce the calendar, counting, money, comparing & ordering numbers, and more. Grades 2-3.

This event is full

Mon, May 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Central Library - Memory Lab

Sign up for a one-on-one session to learn how to digitize materials using our Memory Lab equipment. Please only sign up for one session. All other appointments for the lab will be made with staff.

Mon, May 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

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

Have fun while working on math skills. We are following Virginia Pacing Guides to reinforce place value, comparing & ordering, numbers, multiplication facts, & more. Grades: 4 - 5.

Mon, May 06, 5:00pm - 6:45pm

Central Library - Activity Room

Central Library is partnering with Grassfield High School students to provide weekly tutoring sessions for students in grades 4-8. Join us on Mondays for science and math help.

Tue, May 07, All day

Central Library - Open Area

Enjoy the visual art show created by students from the Chesapeake Public Schools.

Tue, May 07, 9:30am - 10:30am

Central Library - Memory Lab

Sign up for a one-on-one session to learn how to digitize materials using our Memory Lab equipment. Please only sign up for one session. All other appointments for the lab will be made with staff.

Red Cross Blood Drive

Tue, May 07, 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 07, 10:15am - 10:45am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

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

Lego Create and Discovery Time

Tue, May 07, 10:15am - 10:45am

Major Hillard Library - Activity Room

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

Tue, May 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm

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

Build, explore, discover, and create with Legos. There will be weekly themes, challenges, and free building for ages 6 and up.

RV Life for Beginners - Older Americans Month

Tue, May 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial 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.

Tue, May 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room

New to the RV lifestyle? Tim Loen from RV Solutions will take participants through some tips and teach what to know and where to go!

Teen Night: Miniature Fairy Houses

Tue, May 07, 4:00pm - 5:15pm

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

Have fun while working on math and reading. We will follow Virginia Pacing Guides to reinforce Kindergarten and first grade math and reading skills. Grades: K-1.

This event is full

Canceled

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

Russell Memorial Library

Wave a magic wand and sprinkle some pixie dust to create an enchanted fairy house! Let your imagination soar as you create a woodland oasis in a tin box and meet other teens. For grades 6-12.

Wed, May 08, All day

Central Library - Open Area

Enjoy the visual art show created by students from the Chesapeake Public Schools.

Canceled

Pre-school STEAM-Ventures

Wed, May 08, 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, May 08, 10:00am - 11:00am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

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

Wed, May 08, 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 08, 10:30am - 11:00am

Indian River Library - Activity Room

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

Wed, May 08, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

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

Have fun while working on reading comprehension. We will follow Virginia Pacing Guides to reinforce phonetic skills, vocabulary, and communicate ideas through pictures and writing. Grades: 2-3.

Hula For Beginners - Asian Pacific American Heritage Month

Wed, May 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

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

Have fun while working on reading comprehension. We will follow Virginia Pacing Guides to reinforce fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension of fiction and nonfiction texts. Grades: 4-5

Wed, May 08, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Russell Memorial Library - Meeting Room-Combined,Main Area,Open Area

Learn the language of Hawaii through Hula. Foundational hand and feet movements will be introduced with a simple dance, or Auana taught afterwards to entertain your friends.

Thu, May 09, All day

Central Library - Open Area

Enjoy the visual art show created by students from the Chesapeake Public Schools.

Thu, May 09, 10:15am - 11:15am

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Second Floor

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

RV Life for Beginners - Older Americans Month

Thu, May 09, 10:30am - 11:00am

Indian River 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.

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

Central Library - Small Meeting Room

New to the RV lifestyle? Tim Loen from RV Solutions will take participants through some tips and teach what to know and where to go!

Canceled

Puzzle Party

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

Russell Memorial Library

Attention puzzle lovers! Challenge your brain by trying out a variety of puzzles. Including Rubix Cubes, wire puzzles, sliding puzzles, and more. All ages and skill levels welcome.

Thu, May 09, 5:00pm - 6:45pm

Central Library - Activity Room

Central Library is partnering with Grassfield High School students to provide weekly tutoring sessions for students in grades 4-8. Join us on Thursdays for reading help.

Fri, May 10, All day

Central Library - Open Area

Enjoy the visual art show created by students from the Chesapeake Public Schools.

STEAM Time

Fri, May 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm

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

Join us as we explore of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math.

This event is full

Murder, Mystery, & Mayhem - Celebrating Agatha Christie - Queen of Crime

Sat, May 11, All day

Central Library - Open Area

Enjoy the visual art show created by students from the Chesapeake Public Schools.

Bank On Hampton Roads

Sat, May 11, 9:30am - 11:30am

Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room

Learn how simple changes can make a big financial impact. Bank On Hampton Roads offers a five-month course along with resources to help participants develop a plan to increase financial security.Register

Sat, May 11, 10:30am - 4:30pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - Art Wall,Conference Room,First Floor,Meeting Room,Open Area

Join us for mystery and mayhem. Solve a crime or test your whodunit savvy as we honor the work of Agatha Christie and others through interactive seminars, book talks, games, and more.

Teeny Tiny Farm Visit

Sat, May 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library

The petting zoo is coming to your library! Teeny Tiny Farm has the best variety of miniature farm animals in Hampton Roads. Bring a donation for our Animal Shelter supply drive. All ages are welcome.

The Sewcial Club - Creative Spaces

Sat, May 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1,Creative Spaces 2,Creative Spaces 3

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

Cheerleader Storytime

Sat, May 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Major Hillard Library - Youth Services

Let's Cheer for stories! Enjoy storytime led by the Hugo Owens Middle School Cheerleaders. We'll have a family storytime filled with exciting stories, songs and activities for children.

Latin Line Dancing - Fitness & Fun

Sun, May 12, All day

Central Library - Open Area

Enjoy the visual art show created by students from the Chesapeake Public Schools.

Sun, May 12, 1:10pm - 2:10pm

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.

Free Math Clinic

Sun, May 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Central Library - Large Meeting Room

The Virginia Math Club in partnership with the Chesapeake Youth Foundation and the Chesapeake Public Library will provide free personal tutoring in any mathematics up to and including Calculus.

Latin Line Dance - Fitness & Fun

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

Central Library - Memory Lab

Sign up for a one-on-one session to learn how to digitize materials using our Memory Lab equipment. Please only sign up for one session. All other appointments for the lab will be made with staff.

Bunco

Sun, May 12, 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. For adults.

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

South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room

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

Mon, May 13, All day

Russell Memorial Library - Youth Services

Complete a make-and-take craft each week in the Children's Room. Available while supplies last.

Mon, May 13, All day

Central Library - Open Area

Enjoy the visual art show created by students from the Chesapeake Public Schools.

Canceled

Mon, May 13, 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.

Mon, 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.

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

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

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

Friends & Family Game Night

Mon, May 13, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

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

Have fun working on math skills. We will follow Pacing Guides to reinforce the calendar, counting, money, comparing & ordering numbers, and more. Grades 2-3.

This event is full

Mon, May 13, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - Youth Services

Join us for an evening of gaming fun with family and friends. From card to classic video games, we’ll play it all—the only missing piece is you!

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

Central Library - Memory Lab

Sign up for a one-on-one session to learn how to digitize materials using our Memory Lab equipment. Please only sign up for one session. All other appointments for the lab will be made with staff.

Mon, May 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

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

Have fun while working on math skills. We are following Virginia Pacing Guides to reinforce place value, comparing & ordering, numbers, multiplication facts, & more. Grades: 4 - 5.

Mon, May 13, 5:00pm - 6:45pm

Central Library - Activity Room

Central Library is partnering with Grassfield High School students to provide weekly tutoring sessions for students in grades 4-8. Join us on Mondays for science and math help.

Tue, May 14, All day

Central Library - Open Area

Enjoy the visual art show created by students from the Chesapeake Public Schools.

STEAM To Go - Solar Oven

Tue, May 14, All day

Indian River Library

Come grab your STEAM activity kit and complete a project at home! Kits are limited to one per child and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last.

Tue, May 14, 9:30am - 10:30am

Central Library - Memory Lab

Sign up for a one-on-one session to learn how to digitize materials using our Memory Lab equipment. Please only sign up for one session. All other appointments for the lab will be made with staff.

Tue, May 14, 10:15am - 10:45am

Major Hillard Library - Activity Room

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

Chesapeake Fire Department Mobile Integrated Healthcare - Older Americans Month

Tue, May 14, 10:15am - 10:45am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

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

Tue, May 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Second Floor

Join us to learn how to receive Durable Medical Equipment (DME) for free! Fall Prevention Services including free in-home assessments to all Chesapeake residents will also be offered.

Plant Clinic - Sponsored by Virginia Cooperative Extension

Tue, May 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial 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.

Tue, May 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Indian River Library - Open Area

Need advice for tricky garden dilemmas? Bring your plant questions to agriculture experts dedicated to beautifying our community, educating the public, and maintaining the environment for the future.

AARP Senior Community Service Employment Program - Older Americans Month

Tue, May 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Indian River Library - Meeting Room

Join us and learn about the Senior Community Service Employment program offering entry and mid-level positions with employers in the community to unemployed seniors

Tue, May 14, 4:00pm - 5:15pm

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

Have fun while working on math and reading. We will follow Virginia Pacing Guides to reinforce Kindergarten and first grade math and reading skills. Grades: K-1.

This event is full

Canceled

Family Yoga

Tue, May 14, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Russell Memorial Library

Curious about yoga? Learn poses, partner poses, breathing, and meditation exercises from a Registered Children’s Yoga Teacher. Bring a yoga mat or beach towel and wear comfortable clothes. Namaste!

Canceled

Wed, May 15, 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.

Chesapeake Yarn Guild

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

Central Library - Small Meeting Room

All levels of yarners are invited to join the Chesapeake Yarn Guild to create projects. Simply bring your own needles or hooks and yarn to start crafting!

Wed, May 15, 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.

Chesapeake Parks, Recreation, and Tourism - 55 & Better Activities & Programs

Wed, May 15, 10:30am - 11:00am

Indian River Library - Activity Room

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

Wed, May 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Central Library - Small Meeting Room

Learn about exciting & fun ongoing programs for seniors & retirees and make new friends!

Wed, May 15, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

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

Have fun while working on reading comprehension. We will follow Virginia Pacing Guides to reinforce phonetic skills, vocabulary, and communicate ideas through pictures and writing. Grades: 2-3.

Latin Line Dancing - Fitness & Fun

Wed, May 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

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

Have fun while working on reading comprehension. We will follow Virginia Pacing Guides to reinforce fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension of fiction and nonfiction texts. Grades: 4-5

Novel Ladies Book Club

Wed, May 15, 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!

Wed, May 15, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Indian River Library - Meeting Room

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

Thu, May 16, 10:15am - 11:15am

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Second Floor

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

Mochi Making - Asian Pacific American Heritage Month

Thu, May 16, 10:30am - 11:00am

Indian River 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.

Thu, May 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - C.S. Lewis Conference Room

Learn how to make a delicious Japanese dessert ichigo daifuku, or strawberry mochi! These tantalizing treats are popular in the summer; you're guaranteed to love them so very mochi!

Senior Self-Defense & Home Safety - Older Americans Month

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

South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room

City of Chesapeake Sheriff's Office will provide free basic safety and self-defense training to older Americans.