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Dylan Pritchett
Essential African Threads
From "Anansi the Spider" to "Brer Rabbit," traditional slave tales have hidden meanings that serve to educate and celebrate African American history.
Storyteller Dylan Pritchett brings the early days of slavery to life through these tales that are wound tightly with themes of family strength and morals as well as lessons that teach about character and survival.
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| Mon, Sep 21 | 10:00AM to 7:00PM |
| Tue, Sep 22 | 10:00AM to 7:00PM |
| Wed, Sep 23 | 10:00AM to 7:00PM |
| Thu, Sep 24 | 10:00AM to 7:00PM |
| Fri, Sep 25 | 10:00AM to 5:00PM |
| Sat, Sep 26 | 10:00AM to 5:00PM |
| Sun, Sep 27 | 1:00PM to 5:00PM |
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Mon, Sep 21, All day
Russell Memorial Library - Youth Services
Warp back in time to celebrate 250 years of Virginian history with fun crafts! Stop by the Children’s Department to create your own masterpiece. Crafts are available while supplies last.
Mon, Sep 21, All day
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
Looking for a fun craft? Stop by the Children’s Department to create your own masterpiece. Crafts are available while supplies last.
Mon, Sep 21, All day
Central Library - Mezzanine
Looking for a fun craft? Stop by the Children’s Department to create your own masterpiece. Crafts are available while supplies last.
Mon, Sep 21, All day
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library
Find your next great read at the Friends of the Library book sale at Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee library! Fill a bag for just $5, bring your own bag, any size. Through September or while supplies last.
Mon, Sep 21, 9:00am - 10:00am
Major Hillard Library
Say goodbye to summer and help prepare the vegetable garden for growing fall crops. Learn about what grows as the weather gets cooler and how to extend Virginia's growing season past the first frost.
Mon, Sep 21, 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, finger plays, and fun! Ages: 6 -24 months with a caregiver.
Mon, Sep 21, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - 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.
Mon, Sep 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Youth Services
Embark on a Pokémon Adventure! Bring your own deck or choose from one of our pre-built options, and learn to battle and strategize at any skill level. No trading or selling cards at this program.
Mon, Sep 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Express yourself with a multitude of craft supplies at your fingertips and get to know your fellow crafters! Different, weekly themes will encourage new ideas.
Mon, Sep 21, 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.
Tue, Sep 22, All day
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
Adventure is just outside your door! Celebrate Hobbit Day, on Tuesday, September 22, by creating your own whimsical paper door craft inspired by the Shire. Available while supplies last.
Tue, Sep 22, All day
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library
Find your next great read at the Friends of the Library book sale at Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee library! Fill a bag for just $5, bring your own bag, any size. Through September or while supplies last.
Tue, Sep 22, 9:30am - 10:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.
Tue, Sep 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central Library - Preservation Studio 1,Preservation Studio 2
Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Preservation Studio equipment. Please only sign up for one session. After learning the equipment, customers can reserve the room.
Tue, Sep 22, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Indian River Library - Meeting Room
Adults with diverse abilities and their caregivers are invited to relax and enjoy games, puzzles, coloring, and a seasonal craft while supplies last. No registration is required.
Tue, Sep 22, 10:15am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. A perfect way to shake, shimmy, and smile together!
Tue, Sep 22, 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, finger plays, and fun! Ages: 6 - 24 months with a caregiver.
Tue, Sep 22, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. For ages 0-1 year old.
Tue, Sep 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.
Tue, Sep 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Indian River Library - Main Area
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Tue, Sep 22, 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!
Tue, Sep 22, 11:15am - 11:45am
Central Library - 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.
Tue, Sep 22, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Greenbrier Library
Celebrate Bilbo and Frodo Baggins' birthday with us! Paint your own "hobbit" door. Watch The Fellowship of the Ring. Talk to a plant expert about your garden. Embrace your inner Hobbit!
Tue, Sep 22, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Calling all elementary and middle school homeschoolers! Join us for a new adventure on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month. We'll dive into science, art, history, and more!
Tue, Sep 22, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Open Area
Need advice for garden dilemmas? Bring your plant questions to agriculture experts dedicated to beautifying our community, educating the public, and maintaining the environment for the future.
Tue, Sep 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Kids, grades 3-8, will develop acting skills, practice character voices, and learn stage movement. They will rehearse a play which will be performed during the final class. Registration required.
This event is full
Tue, Sep 22, 5:00pm - 6:45pm
Central Library - First Floor
Master crochet basics! Beginners will learn new techniques each week building the skills needed for our intermediate projects! September's intermediate project: Mesh grocery bag.
Wed, Sep 23, All day
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library
Find your next great read at the Friends of the Library book sale at Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee library! Fill a bag for just $5, bring your own bag, any size. Through September or while supplies last.
Wed, Sep 23, 9:30am - 10:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Wed, Sep 23, 10:15am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Wed, Sep 23, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Wed, Sep 23, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - 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.
Wed, Sep 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Wed, Sep 23, 10:30am - 3:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Lunch tastes better with a movie—or two! Pack your meal and join us at the library for a weekly double feature full of big moments, memorable scenes, and cinematic fun.
Wed, Sep 23, 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.
Wed, Sep 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Bring your imaginations for LEGO-building fun! We provide the materials, you provide the creativity!
Wed, Sep 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Central Library - Small Meeting Room
Come drink some coffee with us and discuss a classic book that you have always wanted to read! At this meeting we will discuss 'The Grapes of Wrath' by John Steinbeck.
Thu, Sep 24, All day
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library
Find your next great read at the Friends of the Library book sale at Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee library! Fill a bag for just $5, bring your own bag, any size. Through September or while supplies last.
Thu, Sep 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Major Hillard Library
Say goodbye to summer and help prepare the vegetable garden for growing fall crops. Learn about what grows as the weather gets cooler and how to extend Virginia's growing season past the first frost.
Thu, Sep 24, 10:15am - 11:15am
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Begin your little one's lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing and play along to stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun!
Thu, Sep 24, 10:15am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. A perfect way to shake, shimmy, and smile together!
Thu, Sep 24, 10:15am - 10:45am
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!
Thu, Sep 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library
Come enjoy a morning in the garden as we harvest what’s ready to pick.
Thu, Sep 24, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Indian River Library - Meeting Room
You be the judge! Film lovers across the world will unite in over 500 cities on six continents for one reason...to view and vote on the Finalists' Films. Recommended for ages 17 and older.
Thu, Sep 24, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Major Hillard Library - Conference Room
Practice tech basics in a judgement free zone. Bring your questions. No prior knowledge necessary.
Thu, Sep 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Explore the world of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math through hands-on experiments and activities.
Thu, Sep 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Build, explore, discover, and create with LEGO's. Weekly themes, challenges, and free building for ages 5 and up.
Thu, Sep 24, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Atrium
Want to grow your green thumb? Then join us for some time in the garden. Pull weeds, water, harvest, learn something new, and meet new people. This is an outdoor, weather-dependent program.
Thu, Sep 24, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Enroll in Dragon Academy! Enjoy themed crafts, discover the audiobook, and experience the magic, mystery, and adventure of Pyrrhia. For elementary and middle school students.
Fri, Sep 25, All day
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library
Find your next great read at the Friends of the Library book sale at Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee library! Fill a bag for just $5, bring your own bag, any size. Through September or while supplies last.
Fri, Sep 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Whisk up some fun for National Cooking Day! Enjoy a delightful, animated adventure filled with food, friendship, and big dreams. This family-friendly film is rated G and has a runtime of 111 minutes.
Fri, Sep 25, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
New venue South Norfolk Memorial Library - Conference Room
Join our mystery book club. We provide wild theories, dramatic gasps, and zero actual detective skills. Bring a friend for backup.
Fri, Sep 25, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined
Learn how to use a MakerBot Sketch 3D printer then put your skills and knowledge to work.
This event is full
Sat, Sep 26, All day
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library
Find your next great read at the Friends of the Library book sale at Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee library! Fill a bag for just $5, bring your own bag, any size. Through September or while supplies last.
Sat, Sep 26, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Central Library - First Floor
Join us for the annual Black Ink: Literature Festival, a vibrant celebration of storytelling, culture, and creative expression.
Sat, Sep 26, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Indian River Library - Meeting Room
You be the judge! Film lovers across the world will unite in over 500 cities on six continents for one reason...to view and vote on the Finalists' Films. Recommended for ages 17 and older.
Sat, Sep 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Get creative together! Families will enjoy a different hands-on art project each week during this 5-week series. Discover a new technique with unexpected objects. No experience needed.
Sun, Sep 27, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Central Library - Large Meeting Room
You be the judge! Film lovers across the world will unite in over 500 cities on six continents for one reason...to view and vote on the Finalists' Films. Recommended for ages 17 and older.
Sun, Sep 27, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
You be the judge! Film lovers across the world will unite in over 500 cities on six continents for one reason...to view and vote on the Finalists' Films. Recommended for ages 17 and older.
Mon, Sep 28, All day
Russell Memorial Library - Youth Services
Warp back in time to celebrate 250 years of Virginian history with fun crafts! Stop by the Children’s Department to create your own masterpiece. Crafts are available while supplies last.
Mon, Sep 28, All day
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
Looking for a fun craft? Stop by the Children’s Department to create your own masterpiece. Crafts are available while supplies last.
Mon, Sep 28, All day
Central Library - Mezzanine
Looking for a fun craft? Stop by the Children’s Department to create your own masterpiece. Crafts are available while supplies last.
Mon, Sep 28, All day
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library
Find your next great read at the Friends of the Library book sale at Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee library! Fill a bag for just $5, bring your own bag, any size. Through September or while supplies last.
Mon, Sep 28, 9:00am - 10:00am
Major Hillard Library
Say goodbye to summer and help prepare the vegetable garden for growing fall crops. Learn about what grows as the weather gets cooler and how to extend Virginia's growing season past the first frost.
Mon, Sep 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Atrium
Want to grow your green thumb? Then join us for some time in the garden. Pull weeds, water, harvest, learn something new, and meet new people. This is an outdoor, weather-dependent program.
Mon, Sep 28, 10:15am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Learn about different jobs and meeting neighborhood leaders to explore the great big world of careers. Join each week for songs, stories, photo opportunities, and interactive fun.
Mon, Sep 28, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - 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.
Mon, Sep 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Youth Services
Embark on a Pokémon Adventure! Bring your own deck or choose from one of our pre-built options, and learn to battle and strategize at any skill level. No trading or selling cards at this program.
Mon, Sep 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Express yourself with a multitude of craft supplies at your fingertips and get to know your fellow crafters! Different, weekly themes will encourage new ideas.
Mon, Sep 28, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
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
Mon, Sep 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Preservation Studio 1,Preservation Studio 2
Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Preservation Studio equipment. Please only sign up for one session. After learning the equipment, customers can reserve the room.
Mon, Sep 28, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Curious about yoga? Learn movement and mindfulness skills in a playful class taught by a Registered Yoga and Children's Yoga Teacher. Bring a yoga mat or towel and wear comfortable clothes.
Tue, Sep 29, All day
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library
Find your next great read at the Friends of the Library book sale at Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee library! Fill a bag for just $5, bring your own bag, any size. Through September or while supplies last.
Tue, Sep 29, 9:30am - 10:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.
Tue, Sep 29, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central Library - Preservation Studio 1,Preservation Studio 2
Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Preservation Studio equipment. Please only sign up for one session. After learning the equipment, customers can reserve the room.
Tue, Sep 29, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Indian River Library - Meeting Room
Adults with diverse abilities and their caregivers are invited to relax and enjoy games, puzzles, coloring, and a seasonal craft while supplies last. No registration is required.
Tue, Sep 29, 10:15am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. A perfect way to shake, shimmy, and smile together!
Tue, Sep 29, 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, finger plays, and fun! Ages: 6 - 24 months with a caregiver.
Tue, Sep 29, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. For ages 0-1 year old.
Tue, Sep 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.
Tue, Sep 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Indian River Library - Main Area
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Tue, Sep 29, 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!
Tue, Sep 29, 11:15am - 11:45am
Central Library - 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.
Tue, Sep 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Explore this hands-on cultural arts workshop teaching the creation of traditional woven yarn crafts.
Tue, Sep 29, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library
Need advice for garden dilemmas? Bring your plant questions to agriculture experts dedicated to beautifying our community, educating the public, and maintaining the environment for the future.
Tue, Sep 29, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined
Discover the exciting world of sublimation printing! In this beginner-friendly workshop, you'll learn how sublimation works and how to safely use the equipment. Registration required.
This event is full
Tue, Sep 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Kids, grades 3-8, will develop acting skills, practice character voices, and learn stage movement. They will rehearse a play which will be performed during the final class. Registration required.
This event is full
Tue, Sep 29, 5:00pm - 6:45pm
Central Library - First Floor
Master crochet basics! Beginners will learn new techniques each week building the skills needed for our intermediate projects! September's intermediate project: Mesh grocery bag.
Wed, Sep 30, All day
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library
Find your next great read at the Friends of the Library book sale at Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee library! Fill a bag for just $5, bring your own bag, any size. Through September or while supplies last.
Wed, Sep 30, 9:30am - 10:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Wed, Sep 30, 10:15am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Wed, Sep 30, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Wed, Sep 30, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - 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.
Wed, Sep 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Wed, Sep 30, 10:30am - 3:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Lunch tastes better with a movie—or two! Pack your meal and join us at the library for a weekly double feature full of big moments, memorable scenes, and cinematic fun.
Wed, Sep 30, 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.
Wed, Sep 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined
Learn how to use a Cricut smart cutting machine, then put your skills and knowledge to work.
This event is full
Wed, Sep 30, 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.
Wed, Sep 30, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Youth Services
1776 is just a hop, skip, and jump away! Craft and play the colonial way with these history-inspired stations.
Wed, Sep 30, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined
Unleash your creativity during Open Maker Hours, your dedicated time to explore, experiment, and bring ideas to life in our library makerspace!
Wed, Sep 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Tweens ages 8-12 years are invited to set sail on an exciting pirate adventure inspired by the world of One Piece! Join a pirate crew for STEAM adventures and embark on a treasure hunt to win a prize.
Wed, Sep 30, 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, September 23 2026 at 9:00am
Thu, Oct 01, All day
Indian River Library - Main Area
Drop in and browse a selection of books for all ages and interests at this regular beginning of the month sale. Purchases support the Library.
Thu, Oct 01, 9:00am - 10:00am
Major Hillard Library
Say goodbye to summer and help prepare the vegetable garden for growing fall crops. Learn about what grows as the weather gets cooler and how to extend Virginia's growing season past the first frost.
Thu, Oct 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central Library - Activity Room
Join us for a preschool focused skill building hour at the library. We will sing songs, read stories, practice writing, and dance. For ages 3-5 with caregivers.
Registration opens Thursday, September 24 2026 at 9:00am
Thu, Oct 01, 10:15am - 11:15am
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Begin your little one's lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing and play along to stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun!
Thu, Oct 01, 10:15am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. A perfect way to shake, shimmy, and smile together!
Thu, Oct 01, 10:15am - 10:45am
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!
Thu, Oct 01, 10:30am - 11:30am
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Conference Room
Get quick, practical tips for navigating the Medicare insurance process. Learn about coverage changes that will affect users.
Thu, Oct 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Big ideas start small! Preschoolers and kindergartners can experiment and problem-solve with STEAM activities specially designed for our littlest learners.
Thu, Oct 01, 4:00pm - 6:45pm
Central Library - Large Meeting Room
You be the judge! Film lovers across the world will unite in over 500 cities on six continents for one reason...to view and vote on the Finalists' Films. Recommended for ages 17 and older.
Thu, Oct 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Explore the world of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math through hands-on experiments and activities.
Thu, Oct 01, 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 grades 1-5.
Registration opens Thursday, September 24 2026 at 9:00am
Thu, Oct 01, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Enroll in Dragon Academy! Enjoy themed crafts, discover the audiobook, and experience the magic, mystery, and adventure of Pyrrhia. For elementary and middle school students.
Thu, Oct 01, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Online Events
Join a monthly discussion of works by African or African-American authors. This month's book is Razorblade Tears by S.A. Cosby.
Fri, Oct 02, All day
Indian River Library - Main Area
Drop in to browse a selection of books, DVDs, VHS, paperbacks, and albums while supplies last.
Fri, Oct 02, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Pack your marmalade sandwiches! Journey to Peru for a family-friendly adventure filled with mystery, laughter, friendship, and fun. This movie is rated PG and has a runtime of 106 minutes.
Fri, Oct 02, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Conference Room
Join our mystery book club. We provide wild theories, dramatic gasps, and zero actual detective skills. Bring a friend for backup.
Sat, Oct 03, All day
Indian River Library - Main Area
Drop in to browse a selection of books, DVDs, VHS, paperbacks, and albums while supplies last.
Sat, Oct 03, 9:00am - 4:30pm
Central Library - First Floor,Large Meeting Room,Mezzanine,Open Area,Small Business Studio
Prepare to be "horrified". Monster Fest is an annual celebration of the horror genre for all ages. Vendors, discussion panels, cosplay, and a costume contest will be featured.
Sat, Oct 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
Major Hillard Library
Say goodbye to summer and help prepare the vegetable garden for growing fall crops. Learn about what grows as the weather gets cooler and how to extend Virginia's growing season past the first frost.
Sat, Oct 03, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
“Virginians will dance or die!” Learn about the history of social dancing in Colonial Virginia and then try dances like "Gobby O" or "Haste to the Wedding" yourself. No dancing experience necessary.
Sat, Oct 03, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
You be the judge! Film lovers across the world will unite in over 500 cities on six continents for one reason...to view and vote on the Finalists' Films. Recommended for ages 17 and older.
Sat, Oct 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Conference Room
Join our crafty community as we create handmade masterpieces. Meet new friends or bring your family. All materials are provided, and all ages and skill levels are welcome.
Sat, Oct 03, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Greenbrier Library - Conference Room
Learn the art of bookbinding in this hands-on class for adults! Create a double pamphlet book by sewing two sections together. Make it as a gift or keep it for yourself. Registration required.
Sat, Oct 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Get creative together! Families will enjoy a different hands-on art project each week during this 5-week series. Discover a new technique with unexpected objects. No experience needed.
Sun, Oct 04, All day
Indian River Library - Main Area
Drop in to browse a selection of books, DVDs, VHS, paperbacks, and albums while supplies last.
Sun, Oct 04, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Indian River Library - Meeting Room
You be the judge! Film lovers across the world will unite in over 500 cities on six continents for one reason...to view and vote on the Finalists' Films. Recommended for ages 17 and older.
Sun, Oct 04, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
You be the judge! Film lovers across the world will unite in over 500 cities on six continents for one reason...to view and vote on the Finalists' Films. Recommended for ages 17 and older.
Mon, Oct 05, All day
Russell Memorial Library - Youth Services
Looking for a fun craft? Stop by the Children’s Department to create your own masterpiece. Crafts are available while supplies last.
Mon, Oct 05, All day
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
Looking for a fun craft? Stop by the Children’s Department to create your own masterpiece. Crafts are available while supplies last.
Mon, Oct 05, All day
Central Library - Mezzanine
Looking for a fun craft? Stop by the Children’s Department to create your own masterpiece. Crafts are available while supplies last.
Mon, Oct 05, All day
Indian River Library - Main Area
Drop in to browse a selection of books, DVDs, VHS, paperbacks, and albums while supplies last.
Mon, Oct 05, 9:00am - 10:00am
Major Hillard Library
Say goodbye to summer and help prepare the vegetable garden for growing fall crops. Learn about what grows as the weather gets cooler and how to extend Virginia's growing season past the first frost.
Mon, Oct 05, 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, finger plays, and fun! Ages: 6 -24 months with a caregiver.
Mon, Oct 05, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - 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.
Mon, Oct 05, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor
Parents and caregivers: come learn about free Virginia resources to support learning needs of children with disabilities. Talk with an on-site PEATC specialist today!
Mon, Oct 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Youth Services
Embark on a Pokémon Adventure! Bring your own deck or choose from one of our pre-built options, and learn to battle and strategize at any skill level. No trading or selling cards at this program.
Mon, Oct 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Express yourself with a multitude of craft supplies at your fingertips and get to know your fellow crafters! Different, weekly themes will encourage new ideas.
Mon, Oct 05, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Curious about yoga? Learn movement and mindfulness skills in a playful class taught by a Registered Yoga and Children's Yoga Teacher. Bring a yoga mat or towel and wear comfortable clothes.
Mon, Oct 05, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
As the days grow shorter and shadows grow longer, spooky season begins! Create a creepy, one-of-a-kind horror miniature to take home. This program is for teens.
Tue, Oct 06, All day
Indian River Library - Atrium
Drop in to browse a selection of books, DVDs, VHS, paperbacks, and albums while supplies last.
Tue, Oct 06, 9:30am - 10:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.
Tue, Oct 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined
Adults with diverse abilities and their caregivers are invited to relax and enjoy games, puzzles, coloring, and a seasonal craft while supplies last. No registration is required.
Tue, Oct 06, 10:15am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. A perfect way to shake, shimmy, and smile together!
Tue, Oct 06, 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, finger plays, and fun! Ages: 6 - 24 months with a caregiver.
Tue, Oct 06, 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.
Tue, Oct 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.
Tue, Oct 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Indian River Library - Main Area
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Tue, Oct 06, 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!
Tue, Oct 06, 11:15am - 11:45am
Central Library - 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.
Tue, Oct 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Challenge your friends to an old-fashioned game of Graces and make your very own colonial toys at this special edition of Homeschool Adventures!
Tue, Oct 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Kids, grades 3-8, will develop acting skills, practice character voices, and learn stage movement. They will rehearse a play which will be performed during the final class. Registration required.
This event is full
Wed, Oct 07, All day
Indian River Library - Atrium
Drop in to browse a selection of books, DVDs, VHS, paperbacks, and albums while supplies last.
Wed, Oct 07, 9:30am - 10:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Wed, Oct 07, 10:00am - 11:30am
Indian River Library - Meeting Room
Get quick, practical tips for navigating the Medicare insurance process. Learn about coverage changes that will affect users.
Wed, Oct 07, 10:15am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Wed, Oct 07, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Wed, Oct 07, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - 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.
Wed, Oct 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Wed, Oct 07, 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.
Wed, Oct 07, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Ravens perch, candles flicker, and purple curtains rustle! Enter Poe's mysterious world, discover his famous poem, and transform its' haunting imagery into a gothic masterpiece.
Thu, Oct 08, All day
Indian River Library - Main Area
Drop in to browse a selection of books, DVDs, VHS, paperbacks, and albums while supplies last.
Thu, Oct 08, 10:15am - 11:15am
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Begin your little one's lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing and play along to stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun!
Thu, Oct 08, 10:15am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. A perfect way to shake, shimmy, and smile together!
Thu, Oct 08, 10:15am - 10:45am
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!
Thu, Oct 08, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Explore history through interactive games and puzzles. Best for children ages 8-12 years. Registration required.
October: Medieval times
Thu, Oct 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Explore the world of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math through hands-on experiments and activities.
Thu, Oct 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Build, explore, discover, and create with LEGO's. Weekly themes, challenges, and free building for ages 5 and up.
Thu, Oct 08, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Indian River Library - Meeting Room
Travel back in time to Ancient Rome! Learn about the history of this ancient civilization and make a craft! For ages 8 and up and supplies are provided. Registration is required.
Thu, Oct 08, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Enroll in Dragon Academy! Enjoy themed crafts, discover the audiobook, and experience the magic, mystery, and adventure of Pyrrhia. For elementary and middle school students.
Fri, Oct 09, All day
Indian River Library - Main Area
Drop in to browse a selection of books, DVDs, VHS, paperbacks, and albums while supplies last.
Fri, Oct 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Movie magic awaits! Follow Vivo on a lively journey where music leads the way and every song brings a new adventure. This family friendly film is rated PG and has a runtime of 99 minutes.
Fri, Oct 09, 10:15am - 11:00am
Central Library - Activity Room
Join us for fun filled programs where kids can explore, create, move and dance in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month.
Fri, Oct 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Conference Room
Estate planning doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Join us for a quick overview of wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and medical directives, plus an open Q&A. Don’t miss it.
Fri, Oct 09, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Central Library - Small Business Studio
Energize your business on second Fridays of the month with high‑impact sessions on branding, finance, leadership, sales, and a finale pitch showcase. This month streamline Business Operations.
Sat, Oct 10, All day
Indian River Library - Main Area
Drop in to browse a selection of books, DVDs, VHS, paperbacks, and albums while supplies last.
Sat, Oct 10, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Main Area
For one day only, drop in and browse our Renaissance themed selection of books for all ages at this once a year book sale. Hundreds of items to choose from and each purchase supports your library.
Sat, Oct 10, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Main Area
Join us at the Hokie Bugfest, hosted by the Virginia Cooperative Extension, at the Russell Memorial Library!
Sat, Oct 10, 11:00am - 4:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Conference Room,Meeting Room,Open Area
Come one, come all! Don your Renaissance garb for a day of shopping, contests and crafts sure to bring forth merriment and mirth.
Sat, Oct 10, 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.
Sat, Oct 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Celebrate the season by creating a Fall Leaf Salt Painting. All supplies provided. Please register to attend.
Sat, Oct 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined
Learn how to use a Cricut smart cutting machine, then put your skills and knowledge to work.
This event is full
Sat, Oct 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
Get creative together! Families will enjoy a different hands-on art project each week during this 5-week series. Discover a new technique with unexpected objects. No experience needed.
Sat, Oct 10, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
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! Toy Story 5 is rated PG.
Sun, Oct 11, All day
Indian River Library - Main Area
Drop in to browse a selection of books, DVDs, VHS, paperbacks, and albums while supplies last.
Sun, Oct 11, 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.
Sun, Oct 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Learn about a new edible plant each month!
Sun, Oct 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Stitch something spooky! Bring a T-Shirt or sweatshirt and stitch a one-of-a-kind design on it. No experience needed. For grades six - twelve. Registration required.
Tue, Oct 13, All day
Central Library - First Floor
Honor the enduring impact African Americans have made on Virginia and the nation. This year’s exhibit includes Sharon Y. Brown, a distinguished attorney from Chesapeake.
Tue, Oct 13, All day
Indian River Library - Atrium
Drop in to browse a selection of books, DVDs, VHS, paperbacks, and albums while supplies last.
Tue, Oct 13, 9:30am - 10:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.
Tue, Oct 13, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Support our community Blood Drive. Please join our lifesaving mission and schedule an appointment today! Call 1-800-RED CROSS or schedule online.
Tue, Oct 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Indian River Library - Meeting Room
Adults with diverse abilities and their caregivers are invited to relax and enjoy games, puzzles, coloring, and a seasonal craft while supplies last. No registration is required.
Tue, Oct 13, 10:15am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. A perfect way to shake, shimmy, and smile together!
Tue, Oct 13, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Featuring: stories, songs, finger plays, and fun! Ages: 6 - 24 months with a caregiver.
Tue, Oct 13, 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.
Tue, Oct 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.
Tue, Oct 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Indian River Library - Main Area
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Tue, Oct 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Join the Chesapeake Police Department’s Crime Prevention Unit to learn about residential security, technology selection, installation, monitoring, and crime-prevention practices.
Tue, Oct 13, 11:15am - 11:45am
Central Library - 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.
Tue, Oct 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Calling all elementary and middle school homeschoolers! Join us for a new adventure on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month. We'll dive into science, art, history, and more!
Tue, Oct 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Join us for a spooky craft afternoon at the library! Create eerie eye canvases, explore your creativity, and enjoy a fun, festive atmosphere. Registration Required.
Tue, Oct 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Open Area
Need advice for garden dilemmas? Bring your plant questions to agriculture experts dedicated to beautifying our community, educating the public, and maintaining the environment for the future.
Tue, Oct 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Conference Room
Join us as we explore a wide variety of books that inspire thought and discussion.
Make new friends as we chat, connect, and share our love of reading.
Tue, Oct 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
Kids, grades 3-8, will develop acting skills, practice character voices, and learn stage movement. They will rehearse a play which will be performed during the final class. Registration required.
This event is full
Wed, Oct 14, All day
Central Library - First Floor
Honor the enduring impact African Americans have made on Virginia and the nation. This year’s exhibit includes Sharon Y. Brown, a distinguished attorney from Chesapeake.
Wed, Oct 14, All day
Indian River Library - Atrium
Drop in to browse a selection of books, DVDs, VHS, paperbacks, and albums while supplies last.
Wed, Oct 14, 9:30am - 10:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Wed, Oct 14, 10:15am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Wed, Oct 14, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Wed, Oct 14, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - 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.
Wed, Oct 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Wed, Oct 14, 10:30am - 3:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Lunch tastes better with a movie—or two! Pack your meal and join us at the library for a weekly double feature full of big moments, memorable scenes, and cinematic fun.
Wed, Oct 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.
Wed, Oct 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Travel from Tenochtitlan to the Andes! From floating farms to mountain bridges, discover how Aztec and Inca engineers adapted to challenging landscapes. Design, build, and test your creations.
Wed, Oct 14, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - The Gallery
Create your own tiny creepy room using miniature furniture, spooky decorations, and eerie details to build a unique haunted space. Get creative, have fun, and bring your creepy little world to life!
Wed, Oct 14, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Indian River Library - Main Area
Come unwind and bond with some furry friends!
Wed, Oct 14, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Lightning cracks, shapes collide, and a monster comes to life! Enter Shelley's fascinating world and discover the classic story. Explore Picasso's Cubist style and bring your creature to life.
Wed, Oct 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Bring your imaginations for LEGO-building fun! We provide the materials, you provide the creativity!
Wed, Oct 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Activity Room
Join in on the pumpkin seasonal fun and make a Jack-O-Lantern sensory bottle and 3D paper pumpkins. Registration is required. For grades 1-5.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 7 2026 at 9:00am
Wed, Oct 14, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Learn about a new edible plant each month!
Wed, Oct 14, 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.
Wed, Oct 14, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
The Garage Brewery
Check out our off-site LGBTQAI+ silent book club, which meets every other month. Read a book of your choice for this meeting's theme: Works Adapted into Film and Television!
Thu, Oct 15, All day
Central Library - First Floor
Honor the enduring impact African Americans have made on Virginia and the nation. This year’s exhibit includes Sharon Y. Brown, a distinguished attorney from Chesapeake.
Thu, Oct 15, 9:00am - 10:00am
Major Hillard Library
Say goodbye to summer and help prepare the vegetable garden for growing fall crops. Learn about what grows as the weather gets cooler and how to extend Virginia's growing season past the first frost.
Thu, Oct 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central Library - Activity Room
Join us for a preschool focused skill building hour at the library. We will sing songs, read stories, practice writing, and dance. For ages 3-5 with caregivers.
Registration opens Thursday, October 8 2026 at 9:00am
Thu, Oct 15, 10:15am - 11:15am
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Begin your little one's lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing and play along to stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun!
Thu, Oct 15, 10:15am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. A perfect way to shake, shimmy, and smile together!
Thu, Oct 15, 10:15am - 10:45am
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!
Thu, Oct 15, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Major Hillard Library - Conference Room
Create pumpkins using chenille yarn. Bring your wisdom and we will bring the whimsy. We start with seasonal crafts and decide future activities with your input!
Thu, Oct 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Explore the world of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math through hands-on experiments and activities.
Thu, Oct 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Explore the world of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math through hands-on experiments and activities.
Thu, Oct 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Indian River Library - Meeting Room
Travel back in time to the Renaissance! Learn about Leonardo Da Vinci and make a craft! For ages 8 and up and supplies are provided. Registration is required.
Thu, Oct 15, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Enroll in Dragon Academy! Enjoy themed crafts, discover the audiobook, and experience the magic, mystery, and adventure of Pyrrhia. For elementary and middle school students.
Thu, Oct 15, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Russell Memorial Library - Online Event Room 2
Explore contemporary adult fiction and non-fiction with our online book club.
Fri, Oct 16, All day
Central Library - First Floor
Honor the enduring impact African Americans have made on Virginia and the nation. This year’s exhibit includes Sharon Y. Brown, a distinguished attorney from Chesapeake.
Fri, Oct 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
It's just a bunch of Hocus Pocus! Cozy up for a spellbinding movie filled with mischief, laughs, and some spooky-season fun. This film is rated PG and has a runtime of 95 minutes.
Fri, Oct 16, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room,Atrium,Edgar Allan Poe Conference Room,Harper Lee Meeting Room,Main Area,Open Area
Step into the world of ACOTAR for an after-hours evening of fantasy-inspired activities, crafts, discussions, and magical fun. Perfect for teens and adults ready to embrace the lore of Prythian!
Sat, Oct 17, All day
Central Library - First Floor
Honor the enduring impact African Americans have made on Virginia and the nation. This year’s exhibit includes Sharon Y. Brown, a distinguished attorney from Chesapeake.
Sat, Oct 17, 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.
Sat, Oct 17, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Indian River Library - Meeting Room
Join the fun! Play games all day without electronics.
Sat, Oct 17, 10:00am - 1:30pm
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Turn your creativity into comfort by knitting, crocheting, or sewing baby items for donation. Discover new techniques, share ideas, and make new friends. We meet monthly. All abilities are welcome.
Sat, Oct 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Major Hillard Library
Say goodbye to summer and help prepare the vegetable garden for growing fall crops. Learn about what grows as the weather gets cooler and how to extend Virginia's growing season past the first frost.
Sat, Oct 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Indian River Library - Main Area
Sign up to read to a certified therapy dog or other 4-legged friend. Improve your reading skills and make new furry friends. Please register each child individually. This program is for ages 6-10.
Sat, Oct 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Challenge your friends to an old-fashioned game of Graces and make your very own colonial-era toys!
Sat, Oct 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Transform discarded book covers into spooky works of art using a simple decoupage technique. Space is limited, so register online to save your spot. Materials will be provided.
Sat, Oct 17, 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.
Sat, Oct 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
Get creative together! Families will enjoy a different hands-on art project each week during this 5-week series. Discover a new technique with unexpected objects. No experience needed.
Sun, Oct 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
It's alive! Step into a world of gothic romance and spooky fun with this twist on the classic Frankenstein tale. This horror-comedy film is rated PG-13 and has a runtime of 101 minutes.
Mon, Oct 19, All day
Central Library - First Floor
Honor the enduring impact African Americans have made on Virginia and the nation. This year’s exhibit includes Sharon Y. Brown, a distinguished attorney from Chesapeake.
Mon, Oct 19, All day
Central Library - Mezzanine
Looking for a fun craft? Stop by the Children’s Department to create your own masterpiece. Crafts are available while supplies last.
Mon, Oct 19, All day
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Innovation Studio – Digital Media Studio
Stop by the library for a spook-tacular photo opportunity! We’re setting up a festive Halloween photo spot complete with a spooky backdrop and fun seasonal props.
Mon, Oct 19, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined
Calling all teens! Join us for an afternoon of crafting, socializing, and fun. Show off your creativity by creating a custom pin-back button! All materials provided. Registration preferred.
Tue, Oct 20, All day
Central Library - First Floor
Honor the enduring impact African Americans have made on Virginia and the nation. This year’s exhibit includes Sharon Y. Brown, a distinguished attorney from Chesapeake.
Tue, Oct 20, All day
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Innovation Studio – Digital Media Studio
Stop by the library for a spook-tacular photo opportunity! We’re setting up a festive Halloween photo spot complete with a spooky backdrop and fun seasonal props.
Tue, Oct 20, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Indian River Library - Conference Room
Adults with diverse abilities and their caregivers are invited to relax and enjoy games, puzzles, coloring, and a seasonal craft while supplies last. No registration is required.
Tue, Oct 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, finger plays, and fun! Ages: 6 - 24 months with a caregiver.
Tue, Oct 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Indian River Library - Conference Room
Explore a wide variety of books and share enthusiastic discussion. Come together to chat, connect, and enjoy great reads.
Wed, Oct 21, All day
Central Library - First Floor
Honor the enduring impact African Americans have made on Virginia and the nation. This year’s exhibit includes Sharon Y. Brown, a distinguished attorney from Chesapeake.
Wed, Oct 21, All day
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Innovation Studio – Digital Media Studio
Stop by the library for a spook-tacular photo opportunity! We’re setting up a festive Halloween photo spot complete with a spooky backdrop and fun seasonal props.
Wed, Oct 21, 10:15am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Wed, Oct 21, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Wed, Oct 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Indian River Library - Innovation Studio Combined
Learn how to use a Cricut smart cutting machine, then put your skills and knowledge to work.
This event is full
Rescheduled
Wed, Oct 21, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
New date Wednesday, October 28, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Russell Memorial Library
Book lovers, do you want to discover friends you haven't met yet? Gather as we talk about books and the plots, characters, and themes that make each novel a unique work of art!
Wed, Oct 21, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - The Gallery
Join us for a soothing autumn craft session where we create DIY bundles using sage and other botanicals, used for aroma, relaxation, and centering intentions.