Monster Fest
2023-10-07 09:00:00
2023-10-07 16:00:00
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Monster Fest
Kick off October with this convention about classic horror in films and books. Trick-or-Treat while browsing vendors, talk with authors and Horror Hosts, attend panels, and enter the costume contest.
Central Library - First Floor, Large Meeting Room, Small Meeting Room, Open Area
Saturday, October 07
9:00am - 4:00pm
Central Library
First Floor, Large Meeting Room, Small Meeting Room, Open AreaKick off October with this convention about classic horror in films and books. Trick-or-Treat while browsing vendors, talk with authors and Horror Hosts, attend panels, and enter the costume contest.
For more information about the event and hosts visit:
https://monsterfestva.com or https://www.facebook.com/groups/MonsterFestVA
AGE GROUP: | Middle School | High School | Families | All Ages | Adult |
EVENT TYPE: | Literacy | Entertainment | Arts & Culture |
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Phone: (757) 382-8300
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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.
Cancelled
Tue, Oct 20, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library
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.
Cancelled
Wed, Oct 21, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library
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.
This event is full
Wed, Oct 21, 5:30pm - 6:45pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Conference Room
Join us for Swedish Death Cleaning at the library! Discover mindful decluttering to simplify life, preserve memories, and create calm, organized spaces. Free class—everyone welcome!
Wed, Oct 21, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Empower yourself with quick, practical tools to understand youth mental health, spot warning signs, start supportive conversations, and connect with local resources.
Thu, Oct 22, 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 22, 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.
Thu, Oct 22, 10:15am - 11:15am
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Begin your little one's lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing and play along to stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun!
Cancelled
Thu, Oct 22, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library
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!
Fri, Oct 23, 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 23, 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.
Fri, Oct 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Stitch quilts that spread kindness. All skill levels are welcome.
Fri, Oct 23, 10:15am - 12:00pm
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 23, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Adult adventure awaits! Join our Bootcamp with vampire ID, herbology, agility trials, mapping, and fun defensive tactics. Bring a friend and see if you can survive. Register now!
Sat, Oct 24, 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 24, 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.
Sun, Oct 25, 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.
Sun, Oct 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Stitch quilts that spread kindness. All skill levels are welcome.
Mon, Oct 26, 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 26, 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 26, All day
Greenbrier Library
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 26, 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 26, 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 26, 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 26, 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, Oct 26, 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 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Express yourself with a multitude of craft supplies at your fingertips and get to know your fellow crafters! Different, weekly themes will encourage new ideas.
Mon, Oct 26, 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 a comfortable costume.
Mon, Oct 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Does your child need help with math or reading skills? Sign them up for after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in homework. Registration is required.
This event is full
Mon, Oct 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Does your child need help with math or reading skills? Sign them up for after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in homework. Registration is required.
Mon, Oct 26, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Adventure awaits! A plane crash leaves Dylan stranded in Botswana. Help him brave the wilderness, face unexpected dangers, and put survival skills to the test. Inspired by the popular series.
Tue, Oct 27, All day
Greenbrier Library
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 27, 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 27, 9:30am - 10:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.
Tue, Oct 27, 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 27, 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 27, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Featuring: stories, songs, finger plays, and fun! Ages: 6 - 24 months with a caregiver.
Tue, Oct 27, 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 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.
Tue, Oct 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Indian River Library - Main Area
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Tue, Oct 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Second Floor,The Gallery
Just in time for this spooky season, we will learn how to plant and grow garlic in a hands-on Halloween garden activity for all ages at the Cuffee Community Garden!
Tue, Oct 27, 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 27, 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 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Edgar Allan Poe Conference Room
Celebrate the season by creating a Fall Leaf Salt Painting. All supplies provided. Please register to attend.
Tue, Oct 27, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Russell Memorial 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 27, 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, Oct 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Does your child need help with math or reading skills? Sign them up for after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in homework. Registration is required.
Tue, Oct 27, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Does your child need help with math or reading skills? Sign them up for after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in homework. Registration is required.
Tue, Oct 27, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Calling all gardeners and Vampire hunters! Attend a hands-on garlic planting workshop and learn how to cultivate your own winter hardy garlic.
Tue, Oct 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Major Hillard Library
Calling all gardeners and Vampire hunters! Plant red garlic during the wanning Hunter's Moon. Learn how to plant and grow winter hardy garlic. Take home a kit for growing your own.
Wed, Oct 28, All day
Greenbrier Library
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 28, 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 28, 9:30am - 10:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Wed, Oct 28, 10:15am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Wed, Oct 28, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Wed, Oct 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.
Wed, Oct 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Come fall in love with reading and make new friends at your local library. Everyone's invited to read, sing, and play together.
Wed, Oct 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
Indian River Library - Main Area
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.
Wed, Oct 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Have fun while working on math and reading! We will reinforce kindergarten and first grade math and reading skills.
Wed, Oct 28, 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 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Calling all tweens to attend a Superhero Academy! Step into your favorite graphic novel like Dogman, Cat Kid, and The Bad Guys. Dress up as your favorite hero or villain and enter a costume contest.
Wed, Oct 28, 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, October 21 2026 at 9:00am
Wed, Oct 28, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Russell Memorial Library - Edgar Allan Poe Conference 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!
Wed, Oct 28, 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - The Gallery
Step into the shadows and enjoy a night of four spine-tingling tales. From ghostly legends to creepy campfire classics, it’s the perfect mix of fright and fun! Light refreshments will be served.
Wed, Oct 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Central Library - Large 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 ''Paradise Lost" by John Milton
Thu, Oct 29, All day
Greenbrier Library
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 29, 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.
Thu, Oct 29, 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 29, 10:15am - 11:15am
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Wear your costume and join us for a fun Halloween Storytime with crafts and a trick-or-treat parade at the end.
Thu, Oct 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!
Thu, Oct 29, 10:15am - 10:45am
Major Hillard Library - Activity Room
Come move & groove at the library! Sing, dance, play music, and move your body to catchy tunes with silly actions and plenty of giggles. A perfect way to shake, shimmy, and smile together!
Thu, Oct 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Youth Services
Costumes, candy, and crafts, oh my! Little ghosts and goblins are invited to trick-or-treat around Greenbrier Library. Visit the Youth and Family Services room for boo-tiful crafts. Costumes welcome!
Thu, Oct 29, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Major Hillard Library - Conference Room
Create a festive centerpiece for Halloween. Bring your wisdom and we will bring the whimsy. We start with seasonal crafts and decide future activities with your input!
Thu, Oct 29, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Indian River Library - Innovation Studio-Glow Forge
Participate in this complete demonstration of a Glowforge Laser Cutter so that you can use one for your projects at the Indian River Library in our Innovation Studio.
This event is full
Thu, Oct 29, 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 29, 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 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Does your child need help with math or reading skills? Sign them up for after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in homework. Registration is required.
Thu, Oct 29, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Does your child need help with math or reading skills? Sign them up for after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in homework. Registration is required.
Thu, Oct 29, 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 29, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Spend a night with your friends, poetry, and free pizza. Share your own poetry or applaud someone else's work. This event is hosted by Kween Yakini, with special thanks to Rita’s Pizza.
Fri, Oct 30, All day
Greenbrier Library
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 30, 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.
Fri, Oct 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
Indian River Library - Main Area
Happy Halloween! Little ghosts and goblins are invited for a special Halloween Storytime! Enjoy a morning filled with storytelling, crafts, and trick-or-treating. Costumes welcome!
Fri, Oct 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
Russell Memorial Library - Activity Room
Shiver with excitement at our Halloween Storytime! Sing spooky songs and hear a not-too-scary tale with your friends.
Fri, Oct 30, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Something spooky is stirring at Greenbrier Manor! Explore a kid-friendly haunted mansion where favorite frightful tales come alive with eerie rooms, literary characters, and surprises!
Sat, Oct 31, All day
Greenbrier Library
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 31, 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.
Sat, Oct 31, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Russell Memorial Library - Activity 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.
Sun, Nov 01, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Turn old magazines and paper scraps into new masterpieces using collage. Design alongside fellow art enthusiasts as you explore color, texture, and creative storytelling using the provided supplies.
Mon, Nov 02, 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, Nov 02, All day
Indian River Library
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, Nov 02, 10:15am - 11:00am
Greenbrier Library - Meeting Room
Begin your little one’s lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing, and play along. Featuring: stories, songs, finger plays, and fun! Ages: 6 -24 months with a caregiver.
Mon, Nov 02, 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, Nov 02, 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, Nov 02, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
South Norfolk Memorial Library - First Floor
Get free legal guidance from a Legal Aid of Eastern Virginia attorney. Low-income residents can drop in for help with eviction, debt, domestic violence, and more—no appointment needed.
Mon, Nov 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Does your child need help with math or reading skills? Sign them up for after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in homework. Registration is required.
This event is full
Mon, Nov 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Preservation Studio 1,Preservation Studio 2
Sign up for a session to learn how to digitize materials using our Preservation Studio equipment. Please only sign up for one session. After learning the equipment, customers can reserve the room.
Mon, Nov 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Library - Student Success Center
Does your child need help with math or reading skills? Sign them up for after school one-on-one help. Don’t forget to bring in homework. Registration is required.