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Storytime

Summer Storytime

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

AGE GROUP: | Preschool | Families |

EVENT TYPE: | Literacy | Early Learning |

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Russell Memorial Library

Phone: (757) 382-1945

Hours

Russell Memorial Library

Mon, Mar 18 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Mar 19 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Mar 20 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Mar 21 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Mar 22 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Mar 23 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Mar 24 1:00PM to 5:00PM

Upcoming events

Tue, Mar 19, 9:30am - 11:30am
Central Library - Memory Lab
Sign up for a one-on-one session to learn how to digitize materials using our Memory Lab equipment. Please only sign up for one session. All other appointments for the lab will be made with staff.
This event is full

Tue, Mar 19, 10:15am - 10:45am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Tue, Mar 19, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun! Ages 6 - 24 months with caregiver.

Tue, Mar 19, 10:15am - 11:00am
Central Library - Activity Room
Explore the world of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math through hands-on experiments and activities. Registration Required. Ages: 3-5
This event is full

Tue, Mar 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room,Conference Room
Learn about commonly misused over-the-counter medications, warning signs of misuse, and how to keep your home safe.

Tue, Mar 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - The Gallery
Build, explore, discover, and create with Legos. There will be weekly themes, challenges, and free building for ages 6 and up.

Tue, Mar 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Meeting Room-Combined
Join us to create these unique sensory bottle crafts. All abilities welcome!

Tue, Mar 19, 4:00pm - 5:15pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Have fun while working on math and reading. We will follow Virginia Pacing Guides to reinforce Kindergarten and first grade math and reading skills. Grades: K-1.
Registration is now closed

Wed, Mar 20, 9:15am - 9:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregivers. Please register each child. Ages: 1-2

Wed, Mar 20, 9:30am - 10:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Meeting Room-Combined
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Wed, Mar 20, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Small Meeting Room
All levels of yarners are invited to join the Chesapeake Yarn Guild to create projects. Simply bring your own needles or hooks and yarn to start crafting!

Wed, Mar 20, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Wed, Mar 20, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregivers. Please register each child. Ages: 1-2

Wed, Mar 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Indian River Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.

Wed, Mar 20, 11:15am - 11:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregivers. Ages: 1-2

Canceled
Wed, Mar 20, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library
Puzzled by your cell phone? Attend our 2-day trainings to learn basic Android and iPhone operation. You'll get an overview in class one, and 1-on-1 instruction in class two. Bring your cellphone.

Wed, Mar 20, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Have fun while working on reading comprehension. We will follow Virginia Pacing Guides to reinforce phonetic skills, vocabulary, and communicate ideas through pictures and writing. Grades: 2-3.

Wed, Mar 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Have fun while working on reading comprehension. We will follow Virginia Pacing Guides to reinforce fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension of fiction and nonfiction texts. Grades: 4-5

Wed, Mar 20, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Book lovers, do you want to discover friends you haven't met yet? Gather as we talk about books and the plots, characters, and themes that make each novel a unique work of art!

Thu, Mar 21, 10:15am - 11:15am
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Second Floor
Begin your little one's lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Featuring: stories, songs, finger plays, and fun! Ages 6-24 months with caregiver.

Thu, Mar 21, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Preschoolers and their caregivers will enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs while growing your love of reading. Please register each child. Ages: 3-5

Thu, Mar 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Indian River Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Thu, Mar 21, 11:15am - 11:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Preschoolers and their caregivers will enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs while growing your love of reading. Ages: 3-5

Thu, Mar 21, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1,Creative Spaces 2,Creative Spaces 3
Learn the basics of using a sewing machine. Work towards earning your Sewing Badge while making a drawstring bag. Supplies will be provided.
This event is full

Thu, Mar 21, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Russell Memorial Library - Online Event Room 2
Join us online for a lively discussion about the selection of the month on the third Thursday of each month. The Yadas read a variety of fiction and non-fiction titles.

Fri, Mar 22, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Let’s go on a bilingual language adventure combining books and songs in English and Spanish. All ages welcomed. No registration required.

Sat, Mar 23, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room,Conference Room,Activity Room,Open Area
Are you ready to grow? Come learn about seeds, plants, and gardening with advice from Master Gardeners and other gardening experts. There will be activities and crafts for the whole family to enjoy.

Canceled
Sat, Mar 23, 10:15am - 4:45pm
Indian River Library
Bring a game you want to play or choose from our selection. Tidewater Area Gaming Society (TAGS) will be present to provide games and instructions. Light refreshments are allowed.

Sat, Mar 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Activity Room
Discover new books, share your favorite stories, and meet other book lovers! Bring a book to talk about and share in the discussion. Registration required. Please register each child individually.

Sun, Mar 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Memory Lab
Sign up for a one-on-one session to learn how to digitize materials using our Memory Lab equipment. Please only sign up for one session. All other appointments for the lab will be made with staff.
This event is full

Sun, Mar 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Small Meeting Room
Sheila Arnold entertains, educates, and empowers her audience through Storytelling. Learn how to collect, preserve, and share history. Presentation followed by a visit to the Memory Lab Open House.

Mon, Mar 25, All day
Russell Memorial Library - Youth Services
Complete a make-and-take craft each week in the Children's Room. Available while supplies last.

Mon, Mar 25, All day
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library
Grab a STEAM activity kit and build a paper roller coaster! Kits are limited to one per child and will be available while supplies last.

Mon, Mar 25, 9:30am - 10:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Meeting Room-Combined
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Mon, Mar 25, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Mon, Mar 25, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Please register each child. Ages: 0-1 year old.

Mon, Mar 25, 11:15am - 11:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Mon, Mar 25, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - The Gallery
Love to crochet? Join this beginner-friendly group to learn the basics, refine your craft, or learn new tips while you discover the range of crochet books Chesapeake Public Libraries have to offer!

Mon, Mar 25, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Indian River Library - Conference Room
Learn the basics of using a smartphone. Topics include: powering on and off, texting, apps, taking photos, shooting video, and wireless printing in the library from your phone.

Mon, Mar 25, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Have fun working on math skills. We will follow Pacing Guides to reinforce the calendar, counting, money, comparing & ordering numbers, and more. Grades 2-3.

Mon, Mar 25, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Russell Memorial Library - Meeting Room-Combined
Calling all teen and tween K-pop lovers! Join us for crafts, music, and a chance to bond with fellow K-pop stans!

Mon, Mar 25, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Have fun while working on math skills. We are following Virginia Pacing Guides to reinforce place value, comparing & ordering, numbers, multiplication facts, & more. Grades: 4 - 5.

Mon, Mar 25, 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Indian River Library - Meeting Room
Hot flashes? Join a support group focused on women’s transitioning toward menopause. We’ll share tips and stories for embracing our new phase in life with understanding and compassion.

Tue, Mar 26, 9:30am - 11:30am
Central Library - Memory Lab
Sign up for a one-on-one session to learn how to digitize materials using our Memory Lab equipment. Please only sign up for one session. All other appointments for the lab will be made with staff.
This event is full

Tue, Mar 26, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun! Ages 6 - 24 months with caregiver.

Tue, Mar 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone’s invited to read, sing, and play together.

Tue, Mar 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Open Area
Need advice for tricky garden dilemmas? Bring your plant questions to agriculture experts dedicated to beautifying our community, educating the public, and maintaining the environment for the future.

Tue, Mar 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Youth Services
Celebrate Women’s History Month while learning about some amazing women who have made their mark on History. This 2-hour self-guided program will include over ten stations with crafts and activities.

Tue, Mar 26, 4:00pm - 5:15pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Have fun while working on math and reading. We will follow Virginia Pacing Guides to reinforce Kindergarten and first grade math and reading skills. Grades: K-1.
This event is full

Wed, Mar 27, 9:15am - 9:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregivers. Please register each child. Ages: 1-2
Registration opens Wednesday, March 20 2024 at 9:00am

Wed, Mar 27, 9:30am - 10:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Meeting Room-Combined
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Wed, Mar 27, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Wed, Mar 27, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregivers. Please register each child. Ages: 1-2
Registration opens Wednesday, March 20 2024 at 9:00am

Wed, Mar 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Indian River Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.

Wed, Mar 27, 11:15am - 11:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregivers. Ages: 1-2

Wed, Mar 27, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Have fun while working on reading comprehension. We will follow Virginia Pacing Guides to reinforce phonetic skills, vocabulary, and communicate ideas through pictures and writing. Grades: 2-3.

Wed, Mar 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Activity Room
Explore the world of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math through hands-on experiments and activities. Registration Required. Please register each child individually.
Registration opens Wednesday, March 20 2024 at 9:00am

Wed, Mar 27, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Have fun while working on reading comprehension. We will follow Virginia Pacing Guides to reinforce fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension of fiction and nonfiction texts. Grades: 4-5

Wed, Mar 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Central Library - Small Meeting Room
Come drink some coffee or tea and discuss a classic book that you have always wanted to read! March 27, "To the Lighthouse" by Virginia Woolf.

Thu, Mar 28, 10:15am - 11:15am
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Second Floor
Begin your little one's lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Featuring: stories, songs, finger plays, and fun! Ages 6-24 months with caregiver.

Thu, Mar 28, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Preschoolers and their caregivers will enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs while growing your love of reading. Please register each child. Ages: 3-5
Registration opens Thursday, March 21 2024 at 9:00am

Thu, Mar 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
Indian River Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Thu, Mar 28, 11:15am - 11:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Preschoolers and their caregivers will enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs while growing your love of reading. Ages: 3-5

Thu, Mar 28, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1,Creative Spaces 2,Creative Spaces 3
Learn the basics and create fun beginner projects. Bring your computer, smartphone or tablet.

Canceled
Fri, Mar 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library
Join us as we explore of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math.

Fri, Mar 29, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Indian River Library - Meeting Room
Hop on in and have an egg-cellent time enjoying crafts, games, and take a picture with the Easter Bunny. 

Sat, Mar 30, 11:00am - 4:00pm
Central Library - Open Area
Are you a fan of indie comics or always wanted to create them? See the newest comics from the exciting talent in the 757 area & sit in on workshops discussing what goes into making this artform!

Sat, Mar 30, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Creative Spaces 1,Creative Spaces 2,Creative Spaces 3
Sewist of all levels. Bring your own projects or work on fun beginner projects. (Orientation required)

Mon, Apr 01, All day
Russell Memorial Library - Youth Services
Complete a make-and-take craft each week in the Children's Room. Available while supplies last.

Mon, Apr 01, 10:15am - 10:45am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Featuring: stories, songs, finger plays, and fun! Ages: 6 -24 months with a caregiver.

Mon, Apr 01, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Mon, Apr 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Indian River Library - Activity Room
Build, explore, discover, and create! Combine simple electronic circuits and plastic building blocks to create sculptures that move, light up, and talk! Grades 2 to 6.

Mon, Apr 01, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Meeting Room-Combined
Enjoy an afternoon movie! Three evacuee children are sent by their mother to the rural English countryside to escape the bombings during World War 2. Rated PG. Refreshments provided.

Mon, Apr 01, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - The Gallery
Love to crochet? Join this beginner-friendly group to learn the basics, refine your craft, or learn new tips while you discover the range of crochet books Chesapeake Public Libraries have to offer!

Mon, Apr 01, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Indian River Library - Conference Room
Learn the basics of using a smartphone. Topics include: powering on and off, texting, apps, taking photos, shooting video, and wireless printing in the library from your phone.

Mon, Apr 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Activity Room
Partake in a monthly creative and fun art class. Journey into anything and everything art – painting, stamping, printmaking, and more. Registration Required. Ages: 5-11
Registration opens Monday, March 25 2024 at 9:00am

Mon, Apr 01, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Youth Services
Join us for an evening of gaming fun with family and friends. From card to classic video games, we’ll play it all—the only missing piece is you!

Tue, Apr 02, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Support our community Blood Drive. Please join our lifesaving mission and schedule an appointment today! Call 1-800-RED CROSS or schedule online.

Tue, Apr 02, 10:15am - 10:45am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Tue, Apr 02, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun! Ages 6 - 24 months with caregiver.

Tue, Apr 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Indian River Library - Activity Room
Build, explore, discover, and create! Combine simple electronic circuits and plastic building blocks to create sculptures that move, light up, and talk! Grades 2 to 6.

Tue, Apr 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Meeting Room-Combined,Youth Services
Hop on over to Russell Memorial Library for some egg-citing spring activities and games.

Tue, Apr 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone’s invited to read, sing, and play together.

Tue, Apr 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Open Area
Need advice for tricky garden dilemmas? Bring your plant questions to agriculture experts dedicated to beautifying our community, educating the public, and maintaining the environment for the future.

Tue, Apr 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Youth Services
Hop on over to the library for some exciting spring activities. Kids will enjoy crafts and activity stations.

Tue, Apr 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Meeting Room-Combined
Have you ever wanted to design a maze?! Bring your engineering skills and build an original LEGO maze with twists, tunnels, and turns for a marble to navigate. Grades 6-12.

Wed, Apr 03, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Small Meeting Room
All levels of yarners are invited to join the Chesapeake Yarn Guild to create projects. Simply bring your own needles or hooks and yarn to start crafting!

Wed, Apr 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Explore the world of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math through hands-on experiments and activities. Supplies are limited. Please register each child.

Wed, Apr 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central Library
Come play with miniature farm animals! All ages are welcome. The petting zoo is coming to your library, and Teeny Tiny Farm has the best variety of miniature farm animals in Hampton Roads.

Wed, Apr 03, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Wed, Apr 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
Indian River Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.

Thu, Apr 04, 10:15am - 11:15am
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Second Floor
Begin your little one's lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Featuring: stories, songs, finger plays, and fun! Ages 6-24 months with caregiver.

Thu, Apr 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
Indian River Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Thu, Apr 04, 10:45am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Fit4Mom's Playgroup includes sensory bins, make and take crafts, music/sing-alongs, or story time.

Thu, Apr 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Get in gear! We will provide the roads and town plus some cars. Bring a small vehicle to participate!

Thu, Apr 04, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Spend a Thursday night with your friends, a microphone, and free pizza. Share your own poetry or applaud someone else's work at this family-friendly event.

Thu, Apr 04, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Online - Zoom - Click the event to join the discussion.
Lively discussion first Thursday of every month of works by African or African-American authors. This month's discussion is A Good Cry by Nikki Giovanni.

Fri, Apr 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
Indian River Library - Activity Room
Sign up to read to a certified therapy dog. Keep your reading skills sharp during Spring Break and make new canine friends! For ages 5-10. Please register each child individually.
Registration opens Friday, March 29 2024 at 9:00am

Fri, Apr 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Join us as we explore of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math.

Fri, Apr 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Conference Room
Calling all mystery fans! Join us for our monthly book club! Mystery lovers can register to pick up titles in advance. This month’s pick: "The Thursday Murder Club" by Richard Osman.

Sat, Apr 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Small Meeting Room
Make a DIY t-shirt folder and hang out with your fellow laundry learning friends! For teens ages 14 and up.
Registration opens Saturday, March 30 2024 at 9:00am

Sat, Apr 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - The Gallery
Need a sowing lesson? Come jump start your garden with us! Supplies will be provided.

Sun, Apr 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Children's book illustrators Shania Burch and Najiyah Hasan walk you through the process of creating art for children's books.

Mon, Apr 08, All day
Russell Memorial Library - Youth Services
Complete a make-and-take craft each week in the Children's Room. Available while supplies last.

Mon, Apr 08, 10:15am - 10:45am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Featuring: stories, songs, finger plays, and fun! Ages: 6 -24 months with a caregiver.

Mon, Apr 08, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Mon, Apr 08, 10:30am - 11:15am
Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Celebrate National Library Week with Pigeon! Pigeon can't drive the bus, but he can enjoy books, songs, and fun at the library. Join in the excitement and don't forget your camera.

Mon, Apr 08, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - The Gallery
Love to crochet? Join this beginner-friendly group to learn the basics, refine your craft, or learn new tips while you discover the range of crochet books Chesapeake Public Libraries have to offer!

Mon, Apr 08, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Indian River Library - Conference Room
Learn the basics of using a smartphone. Topics include: powering on and off, texting, apps, taking photos, shooting video, and wireless printing in the library from your phone.

Mon, Apr 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Youth Services
Watch the solar eclipse when 75% of the sun will be covered up by the moon. Free solar eclipse glasses while supplies last and eclipse activities will be available. For everyone.

Mon, Apr 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Visit the library for some out of this world crafts and activities and to safely view the solar eclipse. Registration required to reserve your glasses.
Registration opens Monday, April 1 2024 at 9:00am

Mon, Apr 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Meeting Room-Combined,Open Area
Visit the library for some out of this world crafts and activities and to safely view the solar eclipse. Glasses will be available for program participants while supplies last. Registration required.

Mon, Apr 08, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Have fun working on math skills. We will follow Pacing Guides to reinforce the calendar, counting, money, comparing & ordering numbers, and more. Grades 2-3.

Mon, Apr 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Have fun while working on math skills. We are following Virginia Pacing Guides to reinforce place value, comparing & ordering, numbers, multiplication facts, & more. Grades: 4 - 5.

Tue, Apr 09, All day
Indian River Library
Come grab your STEAM activity kit and complete a project at home! Kits are limited to one per child and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last.

Tue, Apr 09, 10:15am - 10:45am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Tue, Apr 09, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun! Ages 6 - 24 months with caregiver.

Tue, Apr 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Central Library - Small Meeting Room
Learn how drones are transforming the workforce and how you can become a drone pilot. Are you ready to take to the skies? Come fly with us!

Tue, Apr 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone’s invited to read, sing, and play together.

Tue, Apr 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - The Gallery
Build, explore, discover, and create with Legos. There will be weekly themes, challenges, and free building for ages 6 and up.

Rescheduled
Tue, Apr 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
New date Tuesday, April 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Russell Memorial Library
Need advice for tricky garden dilemmas? Bring your plant questions to agriculture experts dedicated to beautifying our community, educating the public, and maintaining the environment for the future.

Tue, Apr 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate National Library Week with Pigeon. Pigeon can't drive the bus, but he can enjoy books, songs, and fun at the library. Join in the excitement, and don't forget your camera.

Tue, Apr 09, 4:00pm - 5:15pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Have fun while working on math and reading. We will follow Virginia Pacing Guides to reinforce Kindergarten and first grade math and reading skills. Grades: K-1.
This event is full

Wed, Apr 10, 9:15am - 9:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregivers. Please register each child. Ages: 1-2
Registration opens Wednesday, April 3 2024 at 9:00am

Wed, Apr 10, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Wed, Apr 10, 10:15am - 11:00am
Major Hillard Library - Youth Services
Celebrate National Library Week with Pigeon. Pigeon can't drive the bus, but he can enjoy books, songs, and fun at the library. Join in the excitement and don't forget your camera.

Wed, Apr 10, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregivers. Please register each child. Ages: 1-2
Registration opens Wednesday, April 3 2024 at 9:00am

Wed, Apr 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
Indian River Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.

Wed, Apr 10, 11:15am - 11:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregivers. Ages: 1-2

Wed, Apr 10, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Have fun while working on reading comprehension. We will follow Virginia Pacing Guides to reinforce phonetic skills, vocabulary, and communicate ideas through pictures and writing. Grades: 2-3.

Wed, Apr 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Have fun while working on reading comprehension. We will follow Virginia Pacing Guides to reinforce fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension of fiction and nonfiction texts. Grades: 4-5

Thu, Apr 11, 10:15am - 11:15am
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Second Floor
Begin your little one's lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Featuring: stories, songs, finger plays, and fun! Ages 6-24 months with caregiver.

Thu, Apr 11, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Preschoolers and their caregivers will enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs while growing your love of reading. Please register each child. Ages: 3-5
Registration opens Thursday, April 4 2024 at 9:00am

Thu, Apr 11, 10:30am - 11:15am
Indian River Library - Activity Room
Celebrate National Library Week with Pigeon! Pigeon can't drive the bus, but he can enjoy books, songs, and fun at the library. Join in the excitement and don't forget your camera.

Thu, Apr 11, 11:15am - 11:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Preschoolers and their caregivers will enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs while growing your love of reading. Ages: 3-5

Fri, Apr 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Celebrate National Library Week with Pigeon. Pigeon can't drive the bus, but he can enjoy books, songs, and fun at the library. Join in the excitement and don't forget your camera.

Fri, Apr 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Join us as we explore of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math.

Sat, Apr 13, 9:30am - 11:30am
Major Hillard Library - Meeting Room
Learn how simple changes can make a big financial impact. Bank On Hampton Roads offers a five-month course along with resources to help participants develop a plan to increase financial security.Register

Sat, Apr 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Major Hillard Library - Youth Services
Let's Cheer for stories! Enjoy storytime led by the Hugo Owens Middle School Cheerleaders. We'll have a family storytime filled with exciting stories, songs and activities for children.

Sun, Apr 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Small Meeting Room
The Virginia Math Club in partnership with the Chesapeake Youth Foundation and the Chesapeake Public Library will provide free personal tutoring in any mathematics up to and including Calculus.

Mon, Apr 15, All day
Russell Memorial Library - Youth Services
Complete a make-and-take craft each week in the Children's Room. Available while supplies last.

Mon, Apr 15, 10:15am - 10:45am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Featuring: stories, songs, finger plays, and fun! Ages: 6 -24 months with a caregiver.

Mon, Apr 15, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Mon, Apr 15, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Please register each child. Ages: 0-1 year old
Registration opens Monday, April 8 2024 at 9:00am

Mon, Apr 15, 11:15am - 11:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Mon, Apr 15, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - The Gallery
Love to crochet? Join this beginner-friendly group to learn the basics, refine your craft, or learn new tips while you discover the range of crochet books Chesapeake Public Libraries have to offer!

Mon, Apr 15, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Indian River Library - Conference Room
Learn the basics of using a smartphone. Topics include: powering on and off, texting, apps, taking photos, shooting video, and wireless printing in the library from your phone.

Mon, Apr 15, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Have fun working on math skills. We will follow Pacing Guides to reinforce the calendar, counting, money, comparing & ordering numbers, and more. Grades 2-3.

Mon, Apr 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Have fun while working on math skills. We are following Virginia Pacing Guides to reinforce place value, comparing & ordering, numbers, multiplication facts, & more. Grades: 4 - 5.

Tue, Apr 16, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Support our community Blood Drive. Please join our lifesaving mission and schedule an appointment today! Call 1-800-RED CROSS or schedule online.

Tue, Apr 16, 10:15am - 10:45am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Tue, Apr 16, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun! Ages 6 - 24 months with caregiver.

Tue, Apr 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Conference Room
Learn about general online safety tips, how to keep children safe online, and what to do if you encounter an issue.

Tue, Apr 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone’s invited to read, sing, and play together.

Tue, Apr 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - The Gallery
Build, explore, discover, and create with Legos. There will be weekly themes, challenges, and free building for ages 6 and up.

Tue, Apr 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Meeting Room-Combined
Preserve your memories with scrapbooking. Bring in a few family photos and create beautiful reminders of your most precious moments. All supplies provided. All abilities welcome!

Tue, Apr 16, 4:00pm - 5:15pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Have fun while working on math and reading. We will follow Virginia Pacing Guides to reinforce Kindergarten and first grade math and reading skills. Grades: K-1.
This event is full

Tue, Apr 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Indian River Library - Activity Room,Online Event Room 1
Did you read a historical or realistic fiction book that you loved or hated during the Spring 2024 quarter? Come talk with us about it during our quarterly meeting and earn a badge for the challenge.

Tue, Apr 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Central Library - Small Meeting Room
Drones can be easy to fly, but there are still risks. Since they operate in the National Airspace System, anyone flying one needs to know the basic rules. Come learn safety tips for drone operators.

Wed, Apr 17, 9:15am - 9:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregivers. Please register each child. Ages: 1-2
Registration opens Wednesday, April 10 2024 at 9:00am

Wed, Apr 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Small Meeting Room
All levels of yarners are invited to join the Chesapeake Yarn Guild to create projects. Simply bring your own needles or hooks and yarn to start crafting!

Wed, Apr 17, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Wed, Apr 17, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregivers. Please register each child. Ages: 1-2
Registration opens Wednesday, April 10 2024 at 9:00am

Wed, Apr 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Indian River Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.

Wed, Apr 17, 11:15am - 11:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregivers. Ages: 1-2

Wed, Apr 17, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Have fun while working on reading comprehension. We will follow Virginia Pacing Guides to reinforce phonetic skills, vocabulary, and communicate ideas through pictures and writing. Grades: 2-3.

Wed, Apr 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Student Success Center
Have fun while working on reading comprehension. We will follow Virginia Pacing Guides to reinforce fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension of fiction and nonfiction texts. Grades: 4-5

Wed, Apr 17, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Russell Memorial Library - Harper Lee Meeting Room
Book lovers, do you want to discover friends you haven't met yet? Gather as we talk about books and the plots, characters, and themes that make each novel a unique work of art!

Thu, Apr 18, 10:15am - 11:15am
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library - Second Floor
Begin your little one's lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Featuring: stories, songs, finger plays, and fun! Ages 6-24 months with caregiver.

Thu, Apr 18, 10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Preschoolers and their caregivers will enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs while growing your love of reading. Please register each child. Ages: 3-5
Registration opens Thursday, April 11 2024 at 9:00am

Thu, Apr 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Indian River Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.

Thu, Apr 18, 11:15am - 11:45am
Central Library - Activity Room
Preschoolers and their caregivers will enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs while growing your love of reading. Ages: 3-5

Thu, Apr 18, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Russell Memorial Library - Online Event Room 2
Join us online for a lively discussion about the selection of the month on the third Thursday of each month. The Yadas read a variety of fiction and non-fiction titles.