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Anime Club
2023-03-04 15:00:00 2023-03-04 16:00:00 America/New_York Anime Club Come watch anime and taste a Japanese snack with other teens and tweens. This month’s pick is Dragon Quest: the Adventure of Dai! South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room

Saturday, March 04
3:00pm - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-03-04 15:00:00 2023-03-04 16:00:00 America/New_York Anime Club Come watch anime and taste a Japanese snack with other teens and tweens. This month’s pick is Dragon Quest: the Adventure of Dai! South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room

Come watch anime and taste a Japanese snack with other teens and tweens. This month’s pick is Dragon Quest: the Adventure of Dai!

AGE GROUP: | Middle School | High School |

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Garden Days in Deep Creek - Major Hillard Vegetable Garden
Thu, Apr 30, 9:00am - 10:00am
Major Hillard Library
Join us to care for our vegetable garden. Each week we will cover topics from nutrients and water to pruning and pests. Document growth and get your hands in the soil! Bring gloves if you can.
Weekly Movie Time
Thu, Apr 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Indian River Library - Meeting Room
Come out and enjoy a family-friendly movie with friends! Movies will be either G or PG.
Poetry Publishing Workshop - Presented by Synnika A. Lofton
Thu, Apr 30, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Central Library - Small Business Hub
Award-winning poet, educator, and author Synnika A. Lofton shares modern paths to publishing poetry. Bring your questions and learn the steps to publish your poems!
Cancelled
Storytime
Thu, Apr 30, 10:15am - 11:15am
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library
Begin your little one's lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing and play along to stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun!
Move & Groove
Thu, Apr 30, 10:15am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Come move & groove at the library! Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. A perfect place to shake, shimmy, and smile together!
Move and Groove
Thu, Apr 30, 10:15am - 11:00am
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Come move & groove at the library! Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. A perfect way to shake, shimmy, and smile together!
Cancelled
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Thu, Apr 30, 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.
Lego Club - Month of the Military Child
Thu, Apr 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate our Military Children! Build, explore, discover and create with Legos. Weekly themes, challenges, and free building for ages 5 and up.
STEAM Series - Paper Circuits
Thu, Apr 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
What's an electrical circuit and how does it work? Come find out and create a piece of art that lights up!
Cancelled
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Thu, Apr 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
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.
Hobbies for Heroes - Month of the Military Child
Thu, Apr 30, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Celebrate with military families by creating lanyards and bracelets with paracord.
Lunch Time Karaoke Hour
Fri, May 01, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Indian River Library - Meeting Room
Take a mid-day break to sing your heart out in a fun, relaxed, and welcoming space. Bring your lunch and cheer on fellow singers.
Red Herring Readers - Book Club
Fri, May 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Conference Room
Do you love a good mystery? Does it excite you to talk about whodunnit novels you've read? Come to our next book club meeting. There's a seat for you. Join the lively discussion and bring a friend!
Shobou Con
Sat, May 02, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Central Library - Open Area
Our annual mini con celebrating anime, manga, and East Asian culture is back! Con-goers will enjoy a colorful and action-packed schedule of events, including panels, cosplay, vendors, and more.
Shobou Con After Hours
Sat, May 02, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Raise your hands and get ready to dance. DJ Chris will be spinning all your favorite K-pop, J-pop, and anime soundtracks and taking requests. Registration is required.
Bunco
Sun, May 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian River Library - Meeting Room
Meet your neighbors, make some friends (or bring them with you), while you learn to play Bunco with library staff. Light refreshments will be provided.
Make & Take Craft Monday
Mon, May 04, All day
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
Complete a make and take craft! They are available in the Children's room while supplies last.
Monday Maker Labs
Mon, May 04, All day
Russell Memorial Library - Youth Services
Jump into a new world of people, places, and things with themed crafts every Monday.
Crafty Monday
Mon, May 04, All day
Central Library - Youth Services
Looking for a fun craft? Stop by the Youth & Family Services Department anytime on Mondays to participate in our weekly craft. All day, while supplies last.
Garden Days in Deep Creek - Major Hillard Vegetable Garden
Mon, May 04, 9:00am - 10:00am
Major Hillard Library
Join us to care for our vegetable garden. Each week we will cover topics from nutrients and water to pruning and pests. Document growth and get your hands in the soil! Bring gloves if you can.
Baby & Toddler Storytime - National Pet Month
Mon, May 04, 10:15am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading with an animal-themed Storytime for National Pet Month. Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Featuring: stories, songs, and fun!
Baby Storytime
Mon, May 04, 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. For ages 0-1 year old.
Friends Social Hour
Mon, May 04, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Drop in to our meet-up for differently abled adults to enjoy games, art, activities, and friendship. Socialize and have fun in a relaxed and supportive space. Bring your lunch!
Family Storytime
Mon, May 04, 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.
Create Cat Wands
Mon, May 04, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Create cat toys for National Pet Month. Keep one or leave one for the kitties at the animal shelter.
May the 4th Be With You! - Celebration and Photo-Op
Mon, May 04, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Indian River Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate everything Star Wars! Venture into a galaxy far, far away. Snap a picture with your favorite characters. Enjoy music and highlights from the franchise, plus games, prizes, crafts, and more.
Follow Your Art
Mon, May 04, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Central Library - Activity Room
Partake in a monthly creative and fun art class. Journey into anything and everything art – painting, stamping, printmaking, and more. Registration is required. For ages 6-12.
Muse Mondays
Mon, May 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Express yourself with a multitude of craft supplies at your fingertips and get to know your fellow crafters! Different, weekly themes will encourage new ideas.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Mon, May 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.
This event is full
Preservation Studio - Orientation Session
Mon, May 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Preservation Studio 1,Preservation Studio 2
Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Preservation Studio equipment. Please only sign up for one session. After learning the equipment, customers can reserve the room.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Mon, May 04, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, May 05, 9:30am - 10:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.
Red Cross Blood Drive
Tue, May 05, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Support our community Blood Drive. Please join our lifesaving mission and schedule an appointment today! Call 1-800-RED CROSS or schedule online.
Preservation Studio - Orientation Session
Tue, May 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central Library - Preservation Studio 1,Preservation Studio 2
Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Preservation Studio equipment. Please only sign up for one session. After learning the equipment, customers can reserve the room.
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Tue, May 05, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along--Featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun!
Move & Groove - National Pet Month
Tue, May 05, 10:15am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Come move & groove, like animals! Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. It's a perfect place to shake, shimmy, and smile together!
Preschool Storytime
Tue, May 05, 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. For ages 3-5 years old.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, May 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.
Family Storytime
Tue, May 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Indian River Library - Main Area
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Family Storytime
Tue, May 05, 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.
Homeschool Adventures - Heart Pounding Fun
Tue, May 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
What is your heart rate and how does exercise make it change? Join us as we learn about our heart, make a stethoscope, and use it to measure our heart rate.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Tue, May 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.
This event is full
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Tue, May 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.
This event is full
First Stitches - Crochet Classes
Tue, May 05, 5:00pm - 6:45pm
Central Library - First Floor
Master crochet basics! Learn new techniques each week while creating 12 unique granny squares. Build skills and a colorful collection!
Toddler Storytime
Wed, May 06, 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. For ages 1-2 years old.
This event is full
Family Storytime
Wed, May 06, 9:30am - 10:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Storytime
Wed, May 06, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Family Storytime - National Pet Month
Wed, May 06, 10:15am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together. Learn animal themed rhymes, songs, and movement for National Pet Month.
Family Storytime
Wed, May 06, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room,Youth Services
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Lunchtime Theater
Wed, May 06, 10:30am - 3:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Lunch tastes better with a movie—or two! Pack your meal and join us at the library for a weekly double feature full of big moments, memorable scenes, and cinematic fun.
Family Storytime
Wed, May 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, May 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Indian River Library - Main Area
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.
Math and Reading Help - Students Kindergarten - 1st grade
Wed, May 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Have fun while working on math and reading! We will reinforce kindergarten and first grade math and reading skills.
Ribbon Cutting - Small Business Studio
Wed, May 06, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Central Library - Small Business Hub
Join us for a ribbon cutting to celebrate the opening of the Small Business Studio. Explore the space, meet community members, and learn about resources available for entrepreneurs.
Garden Days in Deep Creek - Major Hillard Vegetable Garden
Thu, May 07, 9:00am - 10:00am
Major Hillard Library
Join us to care for our vegetable garden. Each week we will cover topics from nutrients and water to pruning and pests. Document growth and get your hands in the soil! Bring gloves if you can.
Weekly Movie Time
Thu, May 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Indian River Library - Meeting Room
Come out and enjoy a family-friendly movie with friends! Every movie will be rated G or PG.
Storytime
Thu, May 07, 10:15am - 11:15am
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Begin your little one's lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing and play along to stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun!
Move and Groove
Thu, May 07, 10:15am - 11:00am
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Come move & groove at the library! Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. A perfect way to shake, shimmy, and smile together!
Move & Groove - National Pet Month
Thu, May 07, 10:15am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Come move & groove, like animals! Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. It's a perfect place to shake, shimmy, and smile together!
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Thu, May 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.
This event is full
Cherry Blossom Art - Pre-K STEAM
Thu, May 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Bring your little artist to create Cherry Blossom Art! Toddlers will paint with Q-tips, creating blossom trees while building creativity, fine motor skills, and springtime joy!
LEGO Club
Thu, May 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Small Meeting Room
Bring your imaginations for Lego building fun! We provide the materials; you provide the creativity! Please register each child individually. This program is for elementary grade students.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Thu, May 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.
Essence Book Club
Thu, May 07, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Online Events
Join a monthly discussion of works by African or African-American authors. This month's book is Invisible Man by Ralph Ellison.
Read, Create, & Celebrate: J. M. Barrie
Sat, May 09, All day
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
Soar to the library to celebrate the birthday of J.M. Barrie! Create a craft sprinkled with pixie dust. Brave the book display to bring home a tale full of pirates, mermaids, and daring adventures.
Itik Itik: Filipino Dance - Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Sat, May 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Arts for Learning Virginia's Jackie Adonis shares Itik Itik, the lively traditional Filipino “Dance of the Duck,” teaching students its history and steps—plus a chance to create their own moves!
Pollinator Plant Series - Sponsored by Virginia Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners
Sat, May 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Learn about a new plant each month, including how to grow it, how it helps wildlife, and which pollinator or insect relies on that plant for food, too.
Patriotic Film Festival - A VA250 Celebration
Sat, May 09, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Enjoy a family-friendly movie with a patriotic theme as we celebrate America's 250 anniversary!
Weekend Crafternoon - DIY Salt Scrub
Sat, May 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Join us for a hands-on DIY Salt Scrub workshop! Learn to blend natural salts and scented oils to create a personalized exfoliating scrub. Take home your custom jar and new self-care skills.
Emma M. Lion Readers' Society
Sat, May 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Conference Room
Meet fellow aficionados of The Unselected Journals of Emma M. Lion and enjoy light tea and conversation. Bring your own teacup if desired.
Star Wars Reads
Sat, May 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Welcome Padawans and Jedi. Enjoy crafts, activities, bubbles, and more. May the Force be with you!
Paint Party with David Duck - Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Sat, May 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Indian River Library - Meeting Room
Create a masterpiece with David Duck from Tidewater Arts Outreach and learn how to paint with acrylics step-by-step!
This event is full
Rescheduled
Bunco
Sun, May 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
New date Sunday, May 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian River Library
Meet your neighbors, make some friends (or bring them with you), while you learn to play Bunco with library staff. Light refreshments will be provided.
Fresh Food Series - Sponsored by Virginia Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners
Sun, May 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Learn about a new edible plant each month!
Painting with Mr. Fuertes
Sun, May 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Spend an afternoon painting with local artist, Richard F. Fuertes. His emphasis will be on expression and healing. Supplies provided; bring your imagination!
This event is full
Make & Take Craft Monday
Mon, May 11, All day
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
Complete a make and take craft! They are available in the Children's room while supplies last.
Monday Maker Labs
Mon, May 11, All day
Russell Memorial Library - Youth Services
Jump into a new world of people, places, and things with themed crafts every Monday.
Crafty Monday
Mon, May 11, All day
Central Library - Youth Services
Looking for a fun craft? Stop by the Youth & Family Services Department anytime on Mondays to participate in our weekly craft. All day, while supplies last.
Garden Days in Deep Creek - Major Hillard Vegetable Garden
Mon, May 11, 9:00am - 10:00am
Major Hillard Library
Join us to care for our vegetable garden. Each week we will cover topics from nutrients and water to pruning and pests. Document growth and get your hands in the soil! Bring gloves if you can.
Busy Babies
Mon, May 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Places to go, people to see! Babies are busy bees! Join us for an open sensory play time where your baby can explore and learn.
Baby & Toddler Storytime - National Pet Month
Mon, May 11, 10:15am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading with an animal-themed Storytime for National Pet Month. Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Featuring: stories, songs, and fun!
Baby Storytime
Mon, May 11, 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. For ages 0-1 year old.
Friends Social Hour
Mon, May 11, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Drop in to our meet-up for differently abled adults to enjoy games, art, activities, and friendship. Socialize and have fun in a relaxed and supportive space. Bring your lunch!
Family Storytime
Mon, May 11, 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, May 11, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor
Drop in for consultations with a Legal Aid of Eastern Virginia lawyer. Low-income residents can get guidance on legal issues like eviction, debt, domestic violence, and more for free.
Muse Mondays
Mon, May 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Express yourself with a multitude of craft supplies at your fingertips and get to know your fellow crafters! Different, weekly themes will encourage new ideas.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Mon, May 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.
This event is full
Preservation Studio - Orientation Session
Mon, May 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Preservation Studio 1,Preservation Studio 2
Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Preservation Studio equipment. Please only sign up for one session. After learning the equipment, customers can reserve the room.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Mon, May 11, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.
Middle School Make It Club - VA250
Mon, May 11, 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 opens Monday, May 4 2026 at 9:00am
Teen Night: Flowers
Mon, May 11, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Do you know the secret language of flowers? What does an apple blossom mean? What about violets or irises? Make the flowers and learn what they mean! This program is for grades 6-12.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, May 12, 9:30am - 10:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.
Preservation Studio - Orientation Session
Tue, May 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central Library - Preservation Studio 1,Preservation Studio 2
Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Preservation Studio equipment. Please only sign up for one session. After learning the equipment, customers can reserve the room.
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Tue, May 12, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along--Featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun!
Move & Groove - National Pet Month
Tue, May 12, 10:15am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Come move & groove, like animals! Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. It's a perfect place to shake, shimmy, and smile together!
Preschool Storytime
Tue, May 12, 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. For ages 3-5 years old.
Registration opens Tuesday, May 5 2026 at 9:00am
Toddler Storytime
Tue, May 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.
Family Storytime
Tue, May 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Indian River Library - Main Area
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Craft Time: May Flowers
Tue, May 12, 10:30am - 11:30am
Indian River Library - Meeting Room
Adults of diverse abilities are invited to craft and relax. Make a craft, color, or just enjoy the seasonal vibes. Caregivers: register yourself, plus the number of guests you plan to bring.
Family Storytime
Tue, May 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.
Homeschool Adventures - How Do Planes Fly?
Tue, May 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Have you ever wondered how huge, heavy planes stay in the air? Come learn about the Bernoulli Principle and have fun learning what helps airplanes fly.
Activity Afternoon: Expandable Dragon - Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Tue, May 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Celebrate this month by creating a colorful, expandable dragon craft! You will decorate and assemble a moving paper dragon while learning about culture, symbolism, and traditions.
Chattering Book Club
Tue, May 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Conference Room
Read and share a book each month based on the month's theme. Get inspiration from other readers as you expand your reading choices. Entice others with your recommendations.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Tue, May 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.
This event is full
Family Yoga - National Pet Month
Tue, May 12, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Bring a stuffed animal and learn movement and mindfulness in a playful pet themed class taught by a Registered Children's Yoga Teacher. Bring a yoga mat or towel and wear comfortable clothes.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Tue, May 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.
This event is full
First Stitches - Crochet Classes
Tue, May 12, 5:00pm - 6:45pm
Central Library - First Floor
Master crochet basics! Learn new techniques each week while creating 12 unique granny squares. Build skills and a colorful collection!
Bedtime Storytime
Tue, May 12, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Bring your stuffed animals and pajamas to a special Bedtime Storytime! Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, May 13, 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. For ages 1-2 years old.
Registration opens Wednesday, May 6 2026 at 12:00am
Family Storytime
Wed, May 13, 9:30am - 10:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Storytime
Wed, May 13, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Family Storytime - National Pet Month
Wed, May 13, 10:15am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together. Learn animal themed rhymes, songs, and movement for National Pet Month.
Family Storytime
Wed, May 13, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room,Youth Services
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Lunchtime Theater
Wed, May 13, 10:30am - 3:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Lunch tastes better with a movie—or two! Pack your meal and join us at the library for a weekly double feature full of big moments, memorable scenes, and cinematic fun.
Family Storytime
Wed, May 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, May 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Indian River Library - Main Area
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.
Math and Reading Help - Students Kindergarten - 1st grade
Wed, May 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Have fun while working on math and reading! We will reinforce kindergarten and first grade math and reading skills.
Watercolor Koi Fish - Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Wed, May 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Small Meeting Room
Celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage month with Tidewater Arts Outreach! Come relax and create your own watercolor Koi Fish.
Homeschool Hour: Super Pets STEAM Lab - National Pet Month
Wed, May 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Think like an engineer! Learn how bionic parts help animals and design a prosthetic leg for a stuffed animal pet. Construct an obstacle course to test motion and stability using a stuffed animal.
Pet Therapy
Wed, May 13, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Indian River Library - Main Area
Relax with some furry friends!
Lego Club - Free Build Festival
Wed, May 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Follow your imagination! Use our LEGOs to build whatever you're in the mood to create - by yourself or with a partner.
Latin Line Dancing - Fitness & Fun
Wed, May 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Central Library - Small Meeting Room
Join our dance “fiesta” with a mix of Latin and island-themed music from bachata, salsa, merengue, and reggaetón. No partner or experience is needed. All abilities are welcome.
Fresh Food Series - Sponsored by Virginia Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners
Wed, May 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Learn about a new edible plant each month!
Garden Days in Deep Creek - Major Hillard Vegetable Garden
Thu, May 14, 9:00am - 10:00am
Major Hillard Library
Join us to care for our vegetable garden. Each week we will cover topics from nutrients and water to pruning and pests. Document growth and get your hands in the soil! Bring gloves if you can.
Weekly Movie Time
Thu, May 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Indian River Library - Meeting Room
Come out and enjoy a family-friendly movie with friends! Every movie will be rated G or PG.
Storytime
Thu, May 14, 10:15am - 11:15am
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Begin your little one's lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing and play along to stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun!
Move and Groove
Thu, May 14, 10:15am - 11:00am
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Come move & groove at the library! Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. A perfect way to shake, shimmy, and smile together!
Move & Groove - National Pet Month
Thu, May 14, 10:15am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Come move & groove, like animals! Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. It's a perfect place to shake, shimmy, and smile together!
Machine Sewing 101 - Orientation - Innovation Studio
Thu, May 14, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined
Register for this hands-on introductory session designed for beginners and anyone seeking certification to independently use the makerspace sewing machines.
This event is full
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Thu, May 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.
This event is full
STEAM Series - Paper Airplanes
Thu, May 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Fly like an eagle as we make paper airplanes and learn about the science behind them!
Lego Club - National Pet Month
Thu, May 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate National Pet Month by building your ideal pet! Build, explore, discover and create with Legos. There are weekly themes, challenges, and free building for ages 5 and up.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Thu, May 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.
Dungeons & Dragons Workshop
Thu, May 14, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Explore this week's workshop on the Dungeon Master manual and running a game.
Read, Create, & Celebrate: L. Frank Baum
Fri, May 15, All day
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
Follow the yellow brick road to celebrate the birthday of L. Frank Baum! Visit the book display for classic tales of friendship and courage. Create a craft that shines brighter than Oz.
Stuffed Animal Parade - National Pet Month
Fri, May 15, 9:15am - 9:45am
Greenbrier Library - Open Area
Paws, claws, and happy applause! Put your best paw forward at the family Pet Parade. Bring a stuffed animal or dress like a favorite pet to march through the library. Enjoy pet-tastic crafts after.
Friday Morning Movie: Lilo & Stitch (2025) - Asian American Pacific Islander Month
Fri, May 15, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Start your morning off with a live action remake of a beloved animated film. This is a family-friendly event. Outside refreshments are welcome. It is rated PG and has a runtime of 108 minutes.
Bilingual Storytime
Fri, May 15, 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.
Estate Planning Basics - Let's Get Uncomfortable: End of Life Conversations
Fri, May 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Conference Room
Learn about end-of-life legal planning. A short presentation on wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and advance medical directives will be followed by an open topic Q&A session.
Read, Create, & Celebrate: Adam Rex
Sat, May 16, All day
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
Celebrate the birthday of Adam Rex! Visit the book display to be transported to his stories of intergalactic fun. Brave dragons and aliens as you create hilarious crafts.
Newborns in Need
Sat, May 16, 10:00am - 1:30pm
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Help create infant clothing by use of knitting, sewing, and crocheting. Learn a new skill while helping newborns in the community. This group meets monthly.
Book Bonanza - Friends of the Library Book Sale
Sat, May 16, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Stop by to browse from a great selection of books for all ages at this monthly sale. FOL members enjoy early entry at 9:00 a.m. Proceeds benefit library special events and early childhood initiatives.
Tabletop Gaming - Tidewater Area Gaming Society (TAGS)
Sat, May 16, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Indian River Library - Meeting Room
Join the fun! Play games all day without electronics.
Paws to Read
Sat, May 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Indian River Library - Main Area
Sign up to read to a certified therapy dog or other 4-legged friend. Improve your reading skills and make new furry friends. Please register each child individually. This program is for ages 6-10.
Russell Reels - Lilo & Stitch (Live Action 2025)
Sat, May 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Russell Reels brings the community together for fun and entertaining movie screenings at the library—complete with snacks and surprises. Join us for the show! Lilo & Stitch (LA 2025) is rated PG.
Weekend Crafternoon - Beaded Potted Plants
Sat, May 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Edgar Allan Poe Conference Room
No green thumb needed for these plants! Using wire and beads, we will create beautiful plants that don't need watering. Registration is required.
This event is full
Don't Call it a Book Club
Sat, May 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian River Library - Conference Room
Grab your favorite binge, playlist, or podcast! This club is all about swapping takes on shows, songs, and stories we love.
Make & Take Craft Monday
Mon, May 18, All day
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
Complete a make and take craft! They are available in the Children's room while supplies last.
Monday Maker Labs
Mon, May 18, All day
Russell Memorial Library - Youth Services
Jump into a new world of people, places, and things with themed crafts every Monday.
Crafty Monday
Mon, May 18, All day
Central Library - Youth Services
Looking for a fun craft? Stop by the Youth & Family Services Department anytime on Mondays to participate in our weekly craft. All day, while supplies last.
Garden Days in Deep Creek - Major Hillard Vegetable Garden
Mon, May 18, 9:00am - 10:00am
Major Hillard Library
Join us to care for our vegetable garden. Each week we will cover topics from nutrients and water to pruning and pests. Document growth and get your hands in the soil! Bring gloves if you can.
Baby & Toddler Storytime - National Pet Month
Mon, May 18, 10:15am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading with an animal-themed Storytime for National Pet Month. Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Featuring: stories, songs, and fun!
Baby Storytime
Mon, May 18, 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. For ages 0-1 year old.
Friends Social Hour
Mon, May 18, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Drop in to our meet-up for differently abled adults to enjoy games, art, activities, and friendship. Socialize and have fun in a relaxed and supportive space. Bring your lunch!
Family Storytime
Mon, May 18, 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.
Muse Mondays
Mon, May 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Express yourself with a multitude of craft supplies at your fingertips and get to know your fellow crafters! Different, weekly themes will encourage new ideas.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Mon, May 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.
This event is full
Preservation Studio - Orientation Session
Mon, May 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Preservation Studio 1,Preservation Studio 2
Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Preservation Studio equipment. Please only sign up for one session. After learning the equipment, customers can reserve the room.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Mon, May 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, May 19, 9:30am - 10:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.
Preservation Studio - Orientation Session
Tue, May 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central Library - Preservation Studio 1,Preservation Studio 2
Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Preservation Studio equipment. Please only sign up for one session. After learning the equipment, customers can reserve the room.
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Tue, May 19, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along--Featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun!
Move & Groove - National Pet Month
Tue, May 19, 10:15am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Come move & groove, like animals! Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. It's a perfect place to shake, shimmy, and smile together!
Preschool Storytime
Tue, May 19, 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. For ages 3-5 years old.
Registration opens Tuesday, May 12 2026 at 9:00am
Toddler Storytime
Tue, May 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.
Family Storytime
Tue, May 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Indian River Library - Main Area
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Family Storytime
Tue, May 19, 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.
River Readers Book Club
Tue, May 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Indian River Library - Conference Room
Explore a wide variety of books and share enthusiastic discussion. Come together to chat, connect, and enjoy great reads.
Homeschool Adventures - 3-D Printing Introduction
Tue, May 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Do you know how 3-D printing works? Join us for a demonstration of a simple 3-D printing project and try your hand at the steps in the process.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Tue, May 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.
This event is full
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Tue, May 19, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.
This event is full
First Stitches - Crochet Classes
Tue, May 19, 5:00pm - 6:45pm
Central Library - First Floor
Master crochet basics! Learn new techniques each week while creating 12 unique granny squares. Build skills and a colorful collection!
Read, Create, & Celebrate: Mary Pope Osborne
Wed, May 20, All day
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
Brave pirate seas and stormy skies to celebrate the birthday of Mary Pope Osborne! Visit the book display and jump back in time to solve mysteries. Create an adventurous craft inspired by history.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, May 20, 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. For ages 1-2 years old.
Registration opens Wednesday, May 13 2026 at 12:00am
Family Storytime
Wed, May 20, 9:30am - 10:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Storytime
Wed, May 20, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Family Storytime - National Pet Month
Wed, May 20, 10:15am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together. Learn animal themed rhymes, songs, and movement for National Pet Month.
Family Storytime
Wed, May 20, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room,Youth Services
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Lunchtime Theater
Wed, May 20, 10:30am - 3:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Lunch tastes better with a movie—or two! Pack your meal and join us at the library for a weekly double feature full of big moments, memorable scenes, and cinematic fun.
Family Storytime
Wed, May 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, May 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Indian River Library - Main Area
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.
Math and Reading Help - Students Kindergarten - 1st grade
Wed, May 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Have fun while working on math and reading! We will reinforce kindergarten and first grade math and reading skills.
Tween Scene: Explore Asia
Wed, May 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Tweens ages 8-12 years old are invited to explore Asia! Make the Mayon volcano erupt, design cool henna art, build a mini zen garden, and test your skills in an earthquake challenge!
Environmental Explorers - Build a Terrarium
Wed, May 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
What's an ecosystem? Come learn and build your own mini version to take home and care for.
Novel Ladies Book Club
Wed, May 20, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Book lovers, do you want to discover friends you haven't met yet? Gather as we talk about books and the plots, characters, and themes that make each novel a unique work of art!
Garden Days in Deep Creek - Major Hillard Vegetable Garden
Thu, May 21, 9:00am - 10:00am
Major Hillard Library
Join us to care for our vegetable garden. Each week we will cover topics from nutrients and water to pruning and pests. Document growth and get your hands in the soil! Bring gloves if you can.
Weekly Movie Time
Thu, May 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Indian River Library - Meeting Room
Come out and enjoy a family-friendly movie with friends! Every movie will be rated G or PG.
Storytime
Thu, May 21, 10:15am - 11:15am
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Begin your little one's lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing and play along to stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun!
Move and Groove
Thu, May 21, 10:15am - 11:00am
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Come move & groove at the library! Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. A perfect way to shake, shimmy, and smile together!
Move & Groove - National Pet Month
Thu, May 21, 10:15am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Come move & groove, like animals! Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. It's a perfect place to shake, shimmy, and smile together!
Preschool STEAM
Thu, May 21, 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, May 14 2026 at 9:00am
Nature Art - Afternoon Steam Adventure
Thu, May 21, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Drop in for hands on learning. Explore beautiful art inspired by nature. This program is best for elementary aged children.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Thu, May 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Do you need help with math or reading skills? Sign up after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in your homework. Registration is required.
This event is full
STEAM Series - 3-D Printing Introduction
Thu, May 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Do you know how 3-D printing works? Join us for a demonstration of a simple 3-D printing project and try your hand at the steps in the process.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Thu, May 21, 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.
Yadas Virtual Book Club - The God of the Woods by Liz Moore
Thu, May 21, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Russell Memorial Library - Online Event Room 2
Explore contemporary adult fiction and non-fiction with our online book club.
Read, Create, & Celebrate: Arnold Lobel
Fri, May 22, All day
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
Hop to the library to celebrate the birthday of Arnold Lobel! Visit the book display to discover his timeless tales of friendship. Create a blooming spring garden craft to bring home.
Friday Morning Movie: Moana 2 (2024) - Asian American Pacific Islander Month
Fri, May 22, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Start your morning off by watching a sequel to a fan-favorite animated film. This is a family-friendly event. Outside refreshments are welcome. It is rated PG and has a runtime of 100 minutes.
Glowforge Orientation - Innovation Studio Classes
Fri, May 22, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined
Learn how to use a Glowforge Pro then put your skills and knowledge to work.
This event is full
International Tiara Day - Crafts and Book Display
Sat, May 23, All day
Indian River Library - Main Area
Be ready for International Tiara Day! Bring your favorite fairytales to life with crafts, coloring, and plenty of magical books. Crafts will be available in the Children’s Library while supplies last.
Itik Itik: Filipino Dance - Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Sat, May 23, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Arts for Learning Virginia's Jackie Adonis shares Itik Itik, the lively traditional Filipino “Dance of the Duck,” teaching students its history and steps—plus a chance to create their own moves!
Preservation Studio - Orientation Session
Tue, May 26, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central Library - Preservation Studio 1,Preservation Studio 2
Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Preservation Studio equipment. Please only sign up for one session. After learning the equipment, customers can reserve the room.
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Tue, May 26, 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!
Preschool Storytime
Tue, May 26, 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. For ages 3-5 years old.
Registration opens Tuesday, May 19 2026 at 9:00am
Family Storytime
Tue, May 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Indian River Library - Main Area
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Friends Tuesday Social
Tue, May 26, 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!
Hawaiian Dance - Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Tue, May 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Relax with Hawaiian Dancer, Tiare Kahana, who shares the Spirit of Aloha and the joy of body-mind-spirit wellness.
Family Storytime
Tue, May 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.
Activity Afternoon: DIY Tile Transfers - Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Tue, May 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Celebrate this month with a DIY tile transfer workshop! Create a decorative tile using cultural images while exploring the art, history, and traditions that inspire these designs.
First Stitches - Crochet Classes
Tue, May 26, 5:00pm - 6:45pm
Central Library - First Floor
Master crochet basics! Learn new techniques each week while creating 12 unique granny squares. Build skills and a colorful collection!
Toddler Storytime
Wed, May 27, 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. For ages 1-2 years old.
Registration opens Wednesday, May 20 2026 at 12:00am
Family Storytime
Wed, May 27, 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.
Storytime
Wed, May 27, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Family Storytime
Wed, May 27, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room,Youth Services
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Lunchtime Theater
Wed, May 27, 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.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, May 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Indian River Library - Main Area
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.
Homeschool Hour - Story and Craft Time
Wed, May 27, 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, May 27, 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. This program is for grades 1-5.
Registration opens Wednesday, May 20 2026 at 9:00am
MakerBot Orientation - Innovation Studio Classes
Wed, May 27, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined
Learn how to use a MakerBot Sketch 3D printer then put your skills and knowledge to work.
Coffee and Classics - Book Club
Wed, May 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Central Library - Small Meeting Room
Come drink some coffee or tea and discuss a classic book that you have always wanted to read! At this meeting we will discuss 'Invisible Man' by Ralph Ellison.
Read, Create, & Celebrate: Yangook Choi - Asian American Pacific Islander Month
Thu, May 28, All day
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
Celebrate the birthday of Yangsook Choi! Visit the book display to explore stories of friendship and identity. Create a craft that celebrates the power of names and honors what makes you uniquely you.
Garden Days in Deep Creek - Major Hillard Vegetable Garden
Thu, May 28, 9:00am - 10:00am
Major Hillard Library
Join us to care for our vegetable garden. Each week we will cover topics from nutrients and water to pruning and pests. Document growth and get your hands in the soil! Bring gloves if you can.
Weekly Movie Time
Thu, May 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Indian River Library - Meeting Room
Come out and enjoy a family-friendly movie with friends! Every movie will be rated G or PG.
Storytime
Thu, May 28, 10:15am - 11:15am
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Begin your little one's lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing and play along to stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun!
Move and Groove
Thu, May 28, 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!
Dungeon & Dragons Workshop
Thu, May 28, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Dive into the creative process at this week's workshop! Explore essential techniques in World Building 101 and improvisation.
Mystery Marketplace - Murder, Mystery, & Mayhem
Sat, May 30, 10:00am - 5:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor
Dive into a world of wonders! Explore vendor booths for hidden treasures—from unique necklaces to squishy hearts. Meet amazing authors, discover new books, and get up close with a real detective!
Bloody Fingerprint Embroidery - Murder, Mystery, & Mayhem
Sat, May 30, 10:30am - 11:30am
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Conference Room
Practice stabbing fabric repeatedly with a needle and thread in this bloody crafting workshop. All supplies are provided. Class is great for beginners.
How I Found a Literary Agent - And a Second One - Murder, Mystery, & Mayhem
Sat, May 30, 10:30am - 11:20am
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Small Meeting Room
Come along with author Heather B. Weidner as she talks about her journey to becoming an agented author. Get advice on what works, what doesn't work, and valuable resources to take home.
Real World Password Cracking - Murder, Mystery, & Mayhem
Sat, May 30, 10:30am - 11:20am
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Cracking passwords is easy for Digital Forensic Examiner Brian J. Furbish, and he'll show you what you need to know to do it yourself. Join him for this free session and walk away with new skills.
AI in Storytelling - Murder, Mystery, & Mayhem
Sat, May 30, 11:30am - 12:20pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Small Meeting Room
How can AI benefit writers? Author Teresa H. Inge will share the pros and cons of using artificial intelligence in crafting novels.
How to Kill a Tree - Murder, Mystery, & Mayhem
Sat, May 30, 11:40am - 12:30pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Learn to diagnose tree ailments with expert tips from Virginia Agricultural Extension Service Agent Michael Androcyzk.
Bloody Fingerprint Embroidery - Murder, Mystery, & Mayhem
Sat, May 30, 11:45am - 12:45pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Conference Room
Practice stabbing fabric repeatedly with a needle and thread in this bloody crafting workshop. All supplies are provided. Class is great for beginners.
The Colonial Parkway Murders - Murder, Mystery, & Mayhem
Sat, May 30, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Small Meeting Room
Join Kristin Dilley, the co-host of Mind Over Murder, as she discusses her podcast, her work as a victim's advocate in the Colonial Parkway Murders, and the latest case developments.
Copyright Law by the Book - Murder, Mystery, & Mayhem
Sat, May 30, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Conference Room
Learn the basics of copyright law from author and attorney Timothy J. Lockhart.
Financial Crimes - Murder, Mystery, & Mayhem
Sat, May 30, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Learn how Virginia State Police use financial facts and figures to catch criminals in the Old Dominion.
Weekend Crafternoon: DIY Tile Transfers - Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Sat, May 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Celebrate this month with a DIY tile transfer workshop! Create a decorative tile using cultural images while exploring the art, history, and traditions that inspire these designs.
The SEWcial Club - Innovation Studio
Sat, May 30, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined
Bring your sewing projects! Share tips and enjoy a relaxed, social space with fellow makers. All skill levels welcome! Sewing machines and basic tools are provided.
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Introduction to Publishing - Murder, Mystery, & Mayhem
Sat, May 30, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Conference Room
Peek into the world of publishing in this introductory session. Get valuable tips on self-publishing, marketing, and publishing careers. Publisher James L. Hill will the program host.
True Crime 757 WTKR-News 3 - Murder, Mystery, & Mayhem
Sat, May 30, 2:00pm - 2:50pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Small Meeting Room
Join WTKR-News 3 True Crime 757 podcast producer Jon Sham and host Margaret Kavanagh for a question-and-answer discussion.
Fingerprint Analysis - Murder, Mystery, & Mayhem
Sat, May 30, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
You may get your hands dirty in this session! Chesapeake Police Department Fingerprint Examiner Brenda Pittman will demonstrate how fingerprints solve crimes.
Discussion Panel - What's AI Got to do with It? - Murder, Mystery, & Mayhem
Sat, May 30, 3:00pm - 3:50pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Small Meeting Room
Join local authors Michael Rigg, Sheryl Jordan, Teresa Inge, Timothy Lockhart, and Heather B. Weidner as they share their opinions on the use of AI in the publishing industry. James L. Hill moderates.
DNA Research & Testing - Murder, Mystery, & Mayhem
Sat, May 30, 3:00pm - 3:50pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Learn how a private investigator uses DNA to solve crimes. Patrick Collis, president, Spartan Investigations, Inc. hosts this session.
Mysteries & Thrillers: Finding the Inspiration to Write - Murder, Mystery, & Mayhem
Sat, May 30, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Conference Room
Have you ever wanted to write the next great mystery or thriller but didn't know where to start? Join author Sonny Hudson to discover how to find inspiration and release your muse.
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