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Reader's Theater
2023-04-04 16:00:00 2023-04-04 17:00:00 America/New_York Reader's Theater Lights, Camera, Action! Learn beginner theater skills and how to read a script with enthusiasm during this six-week program. Performance for family and friends on final class, April 4 at 4:30 P.M. Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room

Tuesday, April 04
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-04-04 16:00:00 2023-04-04 17:00:00 America/New_York Reader's Theater Lights, Camera, Action! Learn beginner theater skills and how to read a script with enthusiasm during this six-week program. Performance for family and friends on final class, April 4 at 4:30 P.M. Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room

Russell Memorial Library

Harper Lee Meeting Room

Lights, Camera, Action! Learn beginner theater skills and how to read a script with enthusiasm during this six-week program. Performance for family and friends on final class, April 4 at 4:30 P.M.

AGE GROUP: | Elementary School |

EVENT TYPE: | Workshop | Literacy | Entertainment | Arts & Culture |

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Tue, Jan 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central Library - Preservation Studio 1,Preservation Studio 2
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Baby and Toddler Storytime
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Preschool Storytime
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Tue, Jan 13, 10:15am - 11:00am
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Tue, Jan 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
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Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.
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Tue, Jan 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
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Toddler Storytime
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Family Storytime
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Toddler Storytime
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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.
Family Storytime
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.
Toddler Storytime
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.
Lunchtime Theater
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Wed, Jan 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
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Family Storytime
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Central Library - Activity Room
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Wed, Jan 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
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Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
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Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
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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.
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Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
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Thu, Jan 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
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Book Bonanza - Friends of the Library Book Sale
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Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
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Toddler Storytime
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
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Preservation Studio - Orientation Session
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.
Baby and Toddler Storytime
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!
Preschool Storytime
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
Move & Groove
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!
Toddler Storytime
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.
Family Storytime
Tue, Jan 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Indian River Library - Main Area
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Preschool Storytime
Tue, Jan 20, 11:15am - 11:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
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Tue, Jan 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Indian River Library - Conference Room
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Homeschool Adventures - Balloon-Powered Sound
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.
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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.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
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.
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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.
Toddler Storytime
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.
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Family Storytime
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.
Family Storytime
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.
Storytime
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.
Toddler Storytime
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.
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Family Storytime
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.
Toddler Storytime
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.
Lunchtime Theater
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.
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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.
Family Storytime
Wed, Jan 21, 11:15am - 11:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
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Tween Scene: Art Sparks
Wed, Jan 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Environmental Explorers - How to Tackle Food Waste
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!
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Wed, Jan 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
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Thu, Jan 22, 10:00am - 12:00pm
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Thu, Jan 22, 10:15am - 11:15am
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
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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.
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Thu, Jan 22, 10:15am - 11:00am
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Thu, Jan 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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Thu, Jan 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
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Thu, Jan 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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STEAM Series - Secret Messages
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.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
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.
Poetry, Prose, and Pizza - Open Mic
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.
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Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined
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Meet the Artist - Gretchen Boals
Fri, Jan 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
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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.
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Weekend Crafternoon - Frosted Mason Jar Luminaries
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Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
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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.
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Complete a make and take craft! They are available in the Children's room while supplies last.
Monday Maker Labs
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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.
Baby and Toddler Storytime
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.
Friends Social Hour
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!
Family Storytime
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.
Muse Mondays
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.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
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.
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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.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
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.
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Tue, Jan 27, 9:30am - 10:00am
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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.
Baby and Toddler Storytime
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!
Preschool Storytime
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
Move & Groove
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!
Toddler Storytime
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.
Family Storytime
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
Orientation - Cricut - Innovation Studio Classes
Tue, Jan 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Indian River Library
Learn how to use a Cricut cutting machine.
Preschool Storytime
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
Homeschool Adventures - Story STEAM: Jack and the Beanstalk
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.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
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.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
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
Toddler Storytime
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
Family Storytime
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.
Family Storytime
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.
Storytime
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.
Toddler Storytime
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
Family Storytime
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.
Toddler Storytime
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.
Lunchtime Theater
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.
Math and Reading Help - Students Kindergarten - 1st grade
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.
Family Storytime
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.
Homeschool Hour - Story and Craft Time
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.
Storytime
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!
Move & Groove
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!
Journal Jam: DIY Bookbinding
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.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
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.
Piece by Piece: Family Puzzle Day
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.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
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.
Friday Morning Movie - Mufasa: The Lion King (2024)
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.
Make & Take Craft Monday
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.
Monday Maker Labs
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.
Baby and Toddler Storytime
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!
Friends Social Hour
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.
Muse Mondays
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.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
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
Preservation Studio - Orientation Session
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.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
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.
Toddler Storytime
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.
Preservation Studio - Orientation Session
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.
Baby and Toddler Storytime
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!
Move & Groove
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!
Toddler Storytime
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.
Family Storytime
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.
Activity Afternoon - DIY Winter Bird Feeders
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.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
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.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
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
Family Storytime
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.
Family Storytime
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.
Storytime
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.
Family Storytime
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.
Toddler Storytime
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.
Lunchtime Theater
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.
Math and Reading Help - Students Kindergarten - 1st grade
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.
Storytime
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!
Move & Groove
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.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
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.
Mini STEAM - Build an Air Propulsion Straw Rocket
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.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
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.
Friday Morning Movie - Soul (2020)
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!
Make & Take Craft Monday
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.
Monday Maker Labs
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.
Baby and Toddler Storytime
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!
Friends Social Hour
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.
Muse Mondays
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.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
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
Preservation Studio - Orientation Session
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.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
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.
Toddler Storytime
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.
Preservation Studio - Orientation Session
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.
Baby and Toddler Storytime
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!
Move & Groove
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!
Toddler Storytime
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.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
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.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
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
Paint and Sip with David Duck - Black History Month
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.
Family Storytime
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.
Family Storytime
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.
Storytime
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.
Family Storytime
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.
Toddler Storytime
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.
Lunchtime Theater
Wed, Feb 11, 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.
Math and Reading Help - Students Kindergarten - 1st grade
Wed, Feb 11, 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.
Cancelled
Creating Your Best Resume
Wed, Feb 11, 1:15pm - 2:00pm
Indian River Library
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, Feb 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Puzzle power! Use your creativity and our LEGOs to build a marble maze. Trade with new friends and see how fast you can run the maze.
Black History Bingo - Black History Month
Wed, Feb 11, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Play bingo with friends and learn fun facts about the rich cultural heritage and contributions of great African Americans, both past and present.
Fresh Food Series - Sponsored by Virginia Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners
Wed, Feb 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Learn about a new edible plant each month!
Read the Rainbow! - Book Club
Wed, Feb 11, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Garage Brewery
Check out our off-site LGBTQAI+ book club, which meets every other month. Read a book of your choice for this meeting's theme: Biography and Memoir!
Storytime
Thu, Feb 12, 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 & Groove
Thu, Feb 12, 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 12, 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!
Glacier Games: Winter Olympics
Thu, Feb 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
A glowing torch, a sprinkle of snow, and games galore! Elementary and middle schoolers compete in fun, friendly challenges in a Mini Winter Olympics. Run, toss, and slide your way to win medals.
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Thu, Feb 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.
STEAM Series - Cloud in a Jar
Thu, Feb 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Cloudy days ahead with this Cloud in a Jar activity! Learn about weather with us by making your very own cloud!
Homework Help - Students Kindergarten - 5th grade
Thu, Feb 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.
Dungeons & Dragons Workshop
Thu, Feb 12, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Join us for this week's workshop to learn in depth character sheet building.
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