Tis the Season for Making and Giving

Mon, Jan 12, All day

Greenbrier Library - Youth Services

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

Mon, Jan 12, 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, Jan 12, All day

Central Library - Youth Services

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

Busy Babies

Mon, Jan 12, 10:00am - 11:00am

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

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

Mon, Jan 12, 10:15am - 11:00am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

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

Baby Storytime

Mon, Jan 12, 10:15am - 10:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

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

Mon, Jan 12, 11:00am - 2:00pm

Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room

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

Mon, Jan 12, 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.

Legal Aid Drop-Ins

Mon, Jan 12, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor

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

Mon, Jan 12, 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, Jan 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library

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

Registration is now closed

Mon, Jan 12, 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.

Registration is now closed

Middle School Make It Club

Mon, Jan 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

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

Registration is now closed

Mon, Jan 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Central Library - Activity Room

Make friends and crafty creations in this after-school club at the Central Library. This club is for middle schoolers only, and all materials will be provided. Registration is required.

Registration is now closed

Teen Night: Winter Wonderland Miniature

Mon, Jan 12, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Calling all ice-skating lovers! Create a winter wonderland using a metal tin. Craft a miniature skater and watch them come to life as they glide across the ice.

Registration is now closed

Tue, Jan 13, 9:30am - 10:00am

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

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

Tue, Jan 13, 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, Jan 13, 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, Jan 13, 10:15am - 10:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

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

Tue, Jan 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 place to shake, shimmy, and smile together!

Tue, Jan 13, 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.

Orientation - Cricut - Innovation Studio Classes

Tue, Jan 13, 10:30am - 11:00am

Indian River Library - Main Area

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

Tue, Jan 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined

Learn how to use a Cricut cutting machine.

Homeschool Adventures - Intro to Block Coding with Sphero Robots

Tue, Jan 13, 11:15am - 11:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

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

Tue, Jan 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Ever wondered how to create code? Join us as we have fun learning to use Sphero robots and create basic block code to send robots on a mission.

Tue, Jan 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

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

Ready Readers

Tue, Jan 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Calling all big kids! Problem solve, brainstorm, and read in this advanced level storytime!

Dragon Quest - Appreciate a Dragon

Tue, Jan 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

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

This event is full

Tue, Jan 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Brave the dragon's lair! Kids, ages 6-14, will embark on a fantasy quest to teach dragons to breathe fire, locate the dragon's treasure, and soar through STEAM activities. Adventure awaits!

Wed, Jan 14, 9:15am - 9:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

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

This event is full

Wed, Jan 14, 9:30am - 10:00am

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

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

Wed, Jan 14, 10:15am - 11:00am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

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

Wed, Jan 14, 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, Jan 14, 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. This program is for ages 1-2 years old.

Wed, Jan 14, 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, Jan 14, 10:30am - 11:00am

Indian River Library - Main Area

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

Math and Reading Help - Students Kindergarten - 1st grade

Wed, Jan 14, 10:30am - 3:00pm

Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room

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

Wed, Jan 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

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

Homeschool Hour: STEAM - Snowflake Bentley by Jacqueline Briggs Martin

Wed, Jan 14, 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.

Wed, Jan 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Learn about Wilson Bentley in this Caldecott Award Winning book! A lover of winter, he became the first person to capture snowflakes with a camera. Explore snow-themed STEAM activities.

Creating Your Best Resume

Wed, Jan 14, 1:15pm - 2:00pm

Indian River Library - Conference Room

Come out and learn the basics of creating a winning resume. Topics covered will include formatting, organization, and uploading to websites for job seekers.

LEGO Club

Wed, Jan 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Ready for some New Year LEGO exploration? Come build with friends using LEGOs and other materials to create a marble run. How fast and how far will your marbles go?

Orientation - MakerBot - Innovation Studio Classes

Wed, Jan 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined

Learn how to use a MakerBot 3D printer.

This event is full

Fresh Food Series - Sponsored by Virginia Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners

Wed, Jan 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room

Learn about a new edible plant each month!

Weekly Movie Time

Thu, Jan 15, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Indian River Library - Meeting Room

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

Thu, Jan 15, 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!

Afternoon Steam Adventure - Coding

Thu, Jan 15, 10:15am - 11:00am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

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

Thu, Jan 15, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Major Hillard Library - Activity Room

Drop in the Children's room for hands on learning. Explore coding through games and activities for elementary aged children.

STEAM Series - Messy Science Experiments

Thu, Jan 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

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

Thu, Jan 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Have you ever wanted to be a mad scientist? Unleash your inner chemist and join us for some messy experiments like Elephant Toothpaste and a volcano! Dress for a mess!

Rapid Revive Training! - Opioid Overdose Prevention and Response

Thu, Jan 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

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

Thu, Jan 15, 5:00pm - 6:45pm

Indian River Library - Main Area

Learn simple, life-saving skills in a supportive, judgement-free space.

Rapid Revive Training! - Opioid Overdose Prevention and Response

Thu, Jan 15, 5:00pm - 6:45pm

Indian River Library - Meeting Room

Learn simple, life-saving skills in a supportive, judgement-free space.

Yadas Virtual Book Club - Typewriter Beach by Meg Waite Clayton

Thu, Jan 15, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Russell Memorial Library - Online Event Room 2

Explore contemporary adult fiction and non-fiction with our online book club.

Fresh Food Series - Sponsored by Virginia Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners

Fri, Jan 16, 10:00am - 11:00am

Indian River Library - Main Area

Learn about a new edible plant each month! Registration is not required.

Chesapeake Master Gardeners - Pollinator Series

Fri, Jan 16, 10:00am - 11:00am

Indian River Library - Conference Room

Evolution and Extinction of Violets, Fritillary Butterflies, and Violet Miner Bees

Bilingual Storytime

Fri, Jan 16, 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 are welcome. No registration is required.

Newborns in Need

Sat, Jan 17, 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, Jan 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Central Library - Large Meeting Room

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

Paws to Read

Sat, Jan 17, 10:30am - 11:30am

Indian River Library - Main Area

Sign up to read to a certified therapy dog. Improve your reading skills and make new canine friends. Please register each child individually.

Craft and Create Club

Sat, Jan 17, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Major Hillard Library - Activity Room

Calling all elementary schoolers! You are invited to a free arts and crafts event brought to you by the Grassfield High School Key Club. Don’t miss out!

Don't Call it a Book Club

Sat, Jan 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Indian River Library

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

Certification - Innovation Studio Classes

Sat, Jan 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined

Demonstrate your knowledge of proper use and procedure for one of the creative devices.

This event is full

Fresh Food Series - Sponsored by Virginia Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners

Sun, Jan 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - Conference Room

Learn about a new edible plant each month!

Stitch Studio: Cross Stitch Bookmark

Sun, Jan 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Calling all crafters! Grades 6-12 will experiment with pattern design and learn the foundations of cross stitch. Level up your reading by creating a handmade bookmark. Registration is required.

Read, Create, and Celebrate: Tedd Arnold

Tue, Jan 20, All day

Greenbrier Library - Youth Services

Zoom to the library to celebrate author Tedd Arnold's birthday! Explore his buzz-worthy series, Fly Guy. Have a Fly-tastic time making themed crafts. They are available all day, while supplies last.

Tue, Jan 20, 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.

Craft Time: Joy Boards

Tue, Jan 20, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined

Adults with diverse abilities are invited to craft and relax. Make a craft, color, or just enjoy the seasonal vibes. Caretakers must remain present.

This event is full

Tue, Jan 20, 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, Jan 20, 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, Jan 20, 10:15am - 10:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

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

Registration opens Tuesday, January 13 2026 at 9:00am

Tue, Jan 20, 10:15am - 11:00am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

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

Tue, Jan 20, 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.

Tue, Jan 20, 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.

Homeschool Adventures - Balloon-Powered Sound

Tue, Jan 20, 11:15am - 11:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

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

Registration opens Tuesday, January 13 2026 at 9:00am

River Readers Book Club

Tue, Jan 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Indian River Library - Conference Room

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

Tue, Jan 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Calling all scientists! Do you think you can amplify sound with a few items from around your house? Come experiment with us and learn about how sound travels.

Tue, Jan 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

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

Rapid Revive Training! - Opioid Overdose Prevention and Response

Tue, Jan 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

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

This event is full

Tue, Jan 20, 5:00pm - 6:45pm

Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room

Learn simple, life-saving skills in a supportive, judgement-free space.

Wed, Jan 21, 9:15am - 9:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

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

Registration opens Wednesday, January 14 2026 at 12:00am

Wed, Jan 21, 9:30am - 10:00am

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

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

Wed, Jan 21, 10:15am - 11:00am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

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

Wed, Jan 21, 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, Jan 21, 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. This program is for ages 1-2 years old.

Registration opens Wednesday, January 14 2026 at 12:00am

Wed, Jan 21, 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, Jan 21, 10:30am - 11:00am

Indian River Library - Main Area

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

Math and Reading Help - Students Kindergarten - 1st grade

Wed, Jan 21, 10:30am - 3:00pm

Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room

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

Wed, Jan 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

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

Environmental Explorers - How to Tackle Food Waste

Wed, Jan 21, 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.

Tween Scene: Art Sparks

Wed, Jan 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Let your imagination shimmer! Tweens are invited to craft, sculpt, and explore whimsical art adventures. Follow your spark during National Hobby Month and create unique masterpieces.

Wed, Jan 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Ever thought about what happens to food that goes in the trash can? Come learn about food waste and some simple ways to reduce your impact - including making a mini at-home composter.

Novel Ladies Book Club

Wed, Jan 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

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!

Cancelled

Orientation - Glowforge - Innovation Studio Classes

Wed, Jan 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Indian River Library

Learn how to use a Glowforge Laser Cutter.

Weekly Movie Time

Thu, Jan 22, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Indian River Library - Meeting Room

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

Thu, Jan 22, 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!

Preschool STEAM

Thu, Jan 22, 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 is required. This program is for ages 3-5.

Registration opens Thursday, January 15 2026 at 9:00am

Mindful Neurographic Art - Tidewater Arts Outreach

Thu, Jan 22, 10:15am - 11:00am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

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

Move and Groove

Thu, Jan 22, 10:15am - 11:00am

Major Hillard Library - Activity Room

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

Thu, Jan 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - The Gallery

Step into the new year with Tita Renae as she guides you to make your own neurographic art piece. Support self-discovery and stress relief while creating something beautiful!

Lego Club

Thu, Jan 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Build, explore, discover and create with Legos. Weekly themes, challenges, and free building for ages 5 and up.

STEAM Series - Secret Messages

Thu, Jan 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

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

Thu, Jan 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Discover the science of secret messages! Write, hide, and reveal invisible ink clues in this hands on activity full of mystery and discovery.

Poetry, Prose, and Pizza - Open Mic

Thu, Jan 22, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

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

Thu, Jan 22, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room

Spend a night with your friends, poetry, and free pizza. Share your own poetry or applaud someone else's work. This event is hosted by Kween Yakini, with special thanks to Rita’s Pizza.

Certification - Innovation Studio Classes

Fri, Jan 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined

Demonstrate your knowledge of proper use and procedure for one of the creative devices.

This event is full

Meet the Artist - Gretchen Boals

Fri, Jan 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Drop by for an evening of art and conversation with local artist, Gretchen Boals. View her paintings, hear her inspiration, and enjoy light refreshments.

Game Time for Teens & Tweens

Sat, Jan 24, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Join us for two hours of gaming fun, including Mario Kart and Super Smash Bros. mini-tournaments!

Bookbinding: Coptic Stitch

Sat, Jan 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Learn the art of bookbinding! In the ancient tradition of Coptic Binding, multiple signatures and four sheets of paper are sewn in an intricate braid on an exposed spine of a book.

This event is full

Weekend Crafternoon - Frosted Mason Jar Luminaries

Sat, Jan 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room

Create cozy winter charm! Decorate frosted mason jar luminaries with faux “snow” and sparkle. Enjoy a fun, hands-on craft perfect for holiday décor or gifting with friends. All supplies are provided.

This event is full

Cell Phone Photography - Tidewater Arts Outreach

Sat, Jan 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Second Floor

Share your life and explore your world with photography! Learn about composition, focal points, color, and contrast, along with natural light, posing, camera angles, and minor image adjustments.

Mon, Jan 26, All day

Greenbrier Library - Youth Services

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

Mon, Jan 26, 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, Jan 26, All day

Central Library - Youth Services

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

Mon, Jan 26, 10:15am - 11:00am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

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

Baby Storytime

Mon, Jan 26, 10:15am - 10:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

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

Mon, Jan 26, 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!

Mon, Jan 26, 11:15am - 11:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

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

Mon, Jan 26, 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, Jan 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

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

This event is full

Mon, Jan 26, 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.

Read, Create, and Celebrate: Lewis Carroll

Mon, Jan 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

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

Bedtime Storytime

Mon, Jan 26, 5:30pm - 6:00pm

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

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

Tue, Jan 27, All day

Greenbrier Library - Youth Services

Tumble down the rabbit hole to Wonderland to celebrate author Lewis Carroll's birthday! Join the Mad Hatter's craft table to make whimsical crafts and explore his books.

Tue, Jan 27, 9:30am - 10:00am

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

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

Tue, Jan 27, 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, Jan 27, 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, Jan 27, 10:15am - 10:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

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

Registration opens Tuesday, January 20 2026 at 9:00am

Tue, Jan 27, 10:15am - 11:00am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

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

Tue, Jan 27, 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.

Orientation - Cricut - Innovation Studio Classes

Tue, Jan 27, 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.

Cancelled

Tue, Jan 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Indian River Library

Learn how to use a Cricut cutting machine.

Homeschool Adventures - Story STEAM: Jack and the Beanstalk

Tue, Jan 27, 11:15am - 11:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

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

Registration opens Tuesday, January 20 2026 at 9:00am

Tue, Jan 27, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Can you help Jack escape from the giant's castle? Listen to the story and use the Engineering Design Process to create a way for Jack to safely get away with the treasure.

Activity Afternoon - Frosted Mason Jar Luminaries

Tue, Jan 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room

Create cozy winter charm! Decorate frosted mason jar luminaries with faux “snow” and sparkle. A fun, hands-on craft perfect for holiday décor or gifting. All supplies are provided.

Reader's Theatre

Tue, Jan 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

During this 6-week program, kids will develop acting skills and learn blocking as they rehearse for a short play to be performed for friends and family on the last class of the session.

Tue, Jan 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

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

Tue, Jan 27, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

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

This event is full

Wed, Jan 28, 9:15am - 9:45am

Central Library - Activity Room

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

Registration opens Wednesday, January 21 2026 at 12:00am

Wed, Jan 28, 9:30am - 10:00am

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

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

Wed, Jan 28, 10:15am - 11:00am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

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

Wed, Jan 28, 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, Jan 28, 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. This program is for ages 1-2 years old.

Registration opens Wednesday, January 21 2026 at 12:00am

Wed, Jan 28, 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, Jan 28, 10:30am - 11:00am

Indian River Library - Main Area

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

Math and Reading Help - Students Kindergarten - 1st grade

Wed, Jan 28, 10:30am - 3:00pm

Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room

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

Wed, Jan 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

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

Homeschool Hour - Story and Craft Time

Wed, Jan 28, 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.

Wed, Jan 28, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Read some of the best books in all of children's literature with us and create art projects based on the books.

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

Wed, Jan 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Central Library - Activity Room

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

Registration opens Wednesday, January 21 2026 at 9:00am

LEGO Club

Wed, Jan 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Calling all budding architects! Try your hand at building a famous landmark or design and build your own creation.

Orientation - MakerBot - Innovation Studio Classes

Wed, Jan 28, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined

Learn how to use a MakerBot 3D printer.

This event is full

Coffee and Classics - Book Club

Wed, Jan 28, 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! At this meeting we will discuss 'The Iliad' by Homer.

Weekly Movie Time

Thu, Jan 29, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Indian River Library - Meeting Room

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

Thu, Jan 29, 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!

Journal Jam: DIY Bookbinding

Thu, Jan 29, 10:15am - 11:00am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

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

Move and Groove

Thu, Jan 29, 10:15am - 11:00am

Major Hillard Library - Activity Room

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

Thu, Jan 29, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - The Gallery

Create your own notebook! Learn the saddle stitch and create your own book for drawing, journaling, goal setting, and more. No experience is required; materials are provided.

Piece by Piece: Family Puzzle Day

Thu, Jan 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

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

Thu, Jan 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Celebrate National Puzzle Day! Warm up your winter with puzzles galore. Families can tackle jigsaws, explore new challenges, and design your own puzzles.

STEAM Series - Secrets of Sound

Thu, Jan 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Can you hear me now? Have you ever wondered how sound works? Join us for some hands-on experiments to investigate how sounds are made and how they travel from one place to another.

Friday Morning Movie - Mufasa: The Lion King (2024)

Thu, Jan 29, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

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

Fri, Jan 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Start your morning off by watching a live action prequel to the Lion King. This is a family-friendly event. Outside refreshments are welcome. It is rated PG and has a runtime of 118 minutes.

Certification - Innovation Studio Classes

Fri, Jan 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined

Demonstrate your knowledge of proper use and procedure for one of the creative devices.

This event is full

Russell Reels - Dora and the Lost City of Gold

Sat, Jan 31, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room

Join your beloved childhood pal Dora the Explorer and her friends on a journey of self-discovery as she transitions from a life in the jungle to a new adventure: as a high schooler! Rated PG.

Maker Meet Up - Innovation Studio Classes

Sat, Jan 31, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

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.

Mon, Feb 02, All day

Greenbrier Library - Youth Services

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

Mon, Feb 02, All day

Russell Memorial Library - Youth Services

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

Mon, Feb 02, 10:15am - 11:00am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

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

Mon, Feb 02, 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!

Intro to Smartphones

Mon, Feb 02, 1:15pm - 2:00pm

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, Feb 02, 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, Feb 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

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

This event is full

Mon, Feb 02, 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, Feb 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

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

Tue, Feb 03, 9:30am - 10:00am

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

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

Red Cross Blood Drive

Tue, Feb 03, 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, Feb 03, 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, Feb 03, 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, Feb 03, 10:15am - 11:00am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

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

Tue, Feb 03, 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.

Activity Afternoon - DIY Winter Bird Feeders

Tue, Feb 03, 10:30am - 11:00am

Indian River Library - Main Area

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

Tue, Feb 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room

Using recycled materials, we will create bird feeders to hang from tree branches. You can use these feeders to attract birds for the Great Backyard Bird Count!

Heart Healthy Food Demonstration - Black History Month

Tue, Feb 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room

Watch a cooking demonstration and sample a heart-healthy, traditional Southern meal prepared by Teresa Licato from Healthy Chesapeake.

Reader's Theatre

Tue, Feb 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

During this 6-week program, kids will develop acting skills and learn blocking as they rehearse for a short play to be performed for friends and family on the last class of the session.

Tue, Feb 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

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

Tue, Feb 03, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

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

This event is full

Wed, Feb 04, 9:30am - 10:00am

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

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

Wed, Feb 04, 10:15am - 11:00am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

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

Wed, Feb 04, 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, Feb 04, 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, Feb 04, 10:30am - 11:00am

Indian River Library - Main Area

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

Math and Reading Help - Students Kindergarten - 1st grade

Wed, Feb 04, 10:30am - 3:00pm

Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room

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

Wed, Feb 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

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

Thu, Feb 05, 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, Feb 05, 10:15am - 11:00am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

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

Move and Groove

Thu, Feb 05, 10:15am - 11:00am

Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room

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

Cupid's Crafts

Thu, Feb 05, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - The Gallery

Celebrate the season of love with a fun and creative crafting session for adults and families!

Lego Club

Thu, Feb 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Build, explore, discover and create with Legos. Weekly themes, challenges, and free building for ages 5 and up.

Mini STEAM - Build an Air Propulsion Straw Rocket

Thu, Feb 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

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

Thu, Feb 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

Big ideas start small! Calling all Preschoolers to come experiment and problem-solve with STEAM activities specially designed for our littlest scientists.

Friday Morning Movie - Soul (2020)

Thu, Feb 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

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

Fri, Feb 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Follow the music of your heart to the library to watch an uplifting story full of jazz, wonder, and heart! This is a family-friendly event. It is rated PG and has a runtime of 90 minutes.

Red Herring Readers - Book Club

Fri, Feb 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - Conference Room

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

Money Matters: Financial Education Classes - Financial Education Classes with Navy Federal Credit Union

Sat, Feb 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room

Russell Memorial Library is partnering with Navy Federal Credit Union to bring you a financial education class series.

Paint Like the Artist - Anderson Johnson

Sat, Feb 07, 1:30pm - 4:30pm

Greenbrier Library - Open Area

Elder Johnson is known for painting on unconventional surfaces like furniture and found objects, drawing inspiration from his faith and community. Learn about him while painting what inspires you.

Anderson Johnson: Faith and Folk Art - Black History Month

Sat, Feb 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

Anderson Johnson was a local preacher and renowned folk artist who drew his inspiration from God and his community. Hear experts and friends share about his unique paintings, faith, and legacy.

DIY Valentine Card Workshop

Sat, Feb 07, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Major Hillard Library - Conference Room

Make a one-of-a-kind card from the heart! Get together for a fun, meaningful crafting session with supplies and camaraderie provided.

Hip Hop Improv - Black History Month

Sat, Feb 07, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Indian River Library - Meeting Room

Get ready to move, groove, and think on your feet! Arts for Learning Virginia’s Dai Poole blends hip-hop and improv in an energetic workshop full of creativity and fun.

Bunco

Sun, Feb 08, 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.

Fresh Food Series - Sponsored by Virginia Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners

Sun, Feb 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room

Learn about a new edible plant each month!

Mon, Feb 09, All day

Greenbrier Library - Youth Services

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

Mon, Feb 09, All day

Russell Memorial Library - Youth Services

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

Mon, Feb 09, 10:15am - 11:00am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

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

Mon, Feb 09, 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!

Cancelled

Intro to Smartphones

Mon, Feb 09, 1:15pm - 2:00pm

Indian River Library

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

Legal Aid Drop-Ins

Mon, Feb 09, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor

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

Mon, Feb 09, 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, Feb 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

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

This event is full

Mon, Feb 09, 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, Feb 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

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

Tue, Feb 10, 9:30am - 10:00am

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

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

Tue, Feb 10, 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, Feb 10, 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, Feb 10, 10:15am - 11:00am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

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

Tue, Feb 10, 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.

Reader's Theatre

Tue, Feb 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

During this 6-week program, kids will develop acting skills and learn blocking as they rehearse for a short play to be performed for friends and family on the last class of the session.

Tue, Feb 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

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

Paint and Sip with David Duck - Black History Month

Tue, Feb 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center

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

This event is full

Tue, Feb 10, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room

Create a masterpiece with David Duck while sipping on fresh and fruity drinks in celebration of Black History Month.

Read, Create, and Celebrate: Mo Willems & Jane Yolen

Wed, Feb 11, All day

Greenbrier Library - Youth Services

Soar to the library to celebrate authors, Mo Willems & Jane Yolens, birthday! Explore books and stomp into themed crafts inspired by giggling pigeons and roaring dinosaurs.

Wed, Feb 11, 9:30am - 10:00am

Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room

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

Wed, Feb 11, 10:15am - 11:00am

Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room

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

Wed, Feb 11, 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, Feb 11, 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, Feb 11, 10:30am - 11:00am

Indian River Library - Large Study Room

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