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This event is in the "Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Grades 9-12" group.

Teen Tabletop Roleplaying

5:00pm - 6:30pm
Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Windsor Woods Area Library
Sign-up Open
Registration
Library Branch: Windsor Woods Area Library
Room: Windsor Woods Programming Room
Age Group: Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Program Type: Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Details:

Have you ever wanted to participate in D&D but weren't sure where to start?  Trying to find a new campaign to join?

This event is in the "Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Grades 9-12" group.

Teen Time: Chess

5:00pm - 6:45pm
Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Princess Anne Area Library
Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library
Room: Princess Anne Meeting Room
Age Group: Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies, Movies & Entertainment, STEAM
Details:

Join us Wednesdays for teen-only activities. Enjoy movies, games, crafts, and more, with different selections each week. Grades 6-12. Registration is not required; drop in any time!

Weekly Themes:

This event is in the "Grades 9-12" group.
This event is in the "Adults 18+" group.

Gaming for English Language Learners

5:30pm - 6:45pm
Grades 9-12, Adults 18+
TCC/City Joint-Use Library
Sign-up Open
Registration
Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library
Room: Joint-Use Library Rooms L102 and L103
Age Group: Grades 9-12, Adults 18+
Program Type: Discussion Groups, Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Details:

Join us for a fun gaming session with other adults and teens to practice English. Selected games are easy to learn, so we can start playing quickly! This program is for non-native English speakers. Adults and Teens, grades 9-12.

This event is in the "Grades K-2" group.
This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group.

Bricks at the Beach

3:00pm - 6:00pm
Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Great Neck Area Library
Library Branch: Great Neck Area Library
Room: Great Neck Storytime Room
Age Group: Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Program Type: Hobbies, STEAM
Details:

Use your imagination to build creations out of stackable bricks and other materials. Grades Pre-K-5. Registration is not required.

This event is in the "Grades K-2" group.
This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group.

Let's Play: Chess!

4:30pm - 5:15pm
Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library
Sign-up Open
Registration
Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library
Room: Central Folio & Libris Meeting Rooms
Age Group: Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Program Type: Hobbies, STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Details:

This chess meetup is for all skill levels, whether you're a Grandmaster or a beginner! Playing chess can help promote fun and learning, deductive reasoning, pattern recognition, and problem solving in young audiences. Grades 1-5.

This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group.

Book Tasting

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Grades 3-5
Bayside Area Library
Sign-up Open
Registration
Library Branch: Bayside Area Library
Room: Bayside Library Meeting Room
Age Group: Grades 3-5
Program Type: Books & Authors, Culture, Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Details:

A Book Tasting is where readers can to sample or "taste" a selection of books. During this program librarians will help youth find books that they are in interested in reading.

This event is in the "Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Grades 9-12" group.

Teen Time: Games

5:30pm - 6:45pm
Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
TCC/City Joint-Use Library
Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library
Room: Joint-Use Teen Space
Age Group: Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Program Type: Hobbies
Details:

Join us Thursday nights for teen-only activities. Enjoy anime, games, crafts, and more, with different selections each week. Showings change monthly and may be rated up to TV-14/PG-13. Grades 6-12.

This event is in the "Grades K-2" group.
This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group.

Bricks at the Beach

04/11/2025 @ 9:00am - 04/12/2025 @ 5:00pm
Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Pungo-Blackwater Library
Library Branch: Pungo-Blackwater Library
Room: Pungo-Blackwater Conference Room
Age Group: Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Program Type: Hobbies, STEAM
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Use your imagination to build creations out of stackable bricks and other materials. Grades K-5. Registration is not required.

This event is in the "Adults 18+" group.

Adult Game Day

2:30pm - 4:00pm
Adults 18+
Windsor Woods Area Library
Sign-up Open
Registration
Library Branch: Windsor Woods Area Library
Room: Windsor Woods Programming Room
Age Group: Adults 18+
Program Type: Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Details:

Play board games with other adults, like Scrabble, Pinochle, Mahjong, Hedbanz, Boggle, Uno, Phase 10 and more. You'll have loads of fun and your brain will love you for it! We will have an assortment of games and puzzles. Adults 18+.

This event is in the "Grades K-2" group.
This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group.

Bricks at the Beach

10:00am - 11:30am
Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
TCC/City Joint-Use Library
Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library
Room: Joint-Use Living Room
Age Group: Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Program Type: Hobbies
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Use your imagination to build creations out of stackable bricks and other materials. Grades K-5. Registration is not required.

This event is in the "Preschool (3-5 years)" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-2" group.

Pretend Play: Vet Tech

10:30am - 11:30am
Preschool (3-5 years), Grades K-2
Princess Anne Area Library
Sign-up Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library
Room: Princess Anne Storytime Room
Age Group: Preschool (3-5 years), Grades K-2
Program Type: Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Details:

Practice creative problem solving and language skills while engaging in imaginative play! All materials are provided. Ages 3-5 and Grades K-2. Registration is required

This event is in the "Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Grades 9-12" group.

Teen Crochet Club

2:15pm - 4:45pm
Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library
Room: Central Teen Area
Age Group: Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Details:

Fellow teen crocheters, come hang out, and work on your crochet!  Registration is required. Grades 6-12. Presented by Central Library's Teen Advisory Group. 

This event is in the "Grades K-2" group.
This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group.

Bricks at the Beach

04/14/2025 @ 9:00am - 04/18/2025 @ 5:00pm
Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Pungo-Blackwater Library
Library Branch: Pungo-Blackwater Library
Room: Pungo-Blackwater Conference Room
Age Group: Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Program Type: Hobbies, STEAM
Details:

Use your imagination to build creations out of stackable bricks and other materials. Grades K-5. Registration is not required.

This event is in the "Adults 18+" group.

Mahjong Mondays

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adults 18+
Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library
Room: Central Library Large Conference Room
Age Group: Adults 18+
Program Type: Culture, Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Details:

Start your week off with Mahjong! Come learn the rules of this traditional Chinese game and play with others. No experience necessary. Adults. Registration is required.

This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Grades 9-12" group.
This event is in the "Adults 18+" group.

Can you win it in a minute? Family Edition

2:30pm - 4:30pm
Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Adults 18+
Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library
Room: Central Libris Meeting Room
Age Group: Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Adults 18+
Program Type: Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Details:

Do you remember the game show?  Here is your chance to try random and wacky games, and see if you can win it in 60 seconds or less!  Who can do the challenge better?

This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Grades 9-12" group.
This event is in the "Adults 18+" group.

JUL/VB Chess Club

4:30pm - 6:30pm
Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Adults 18+
TCC/City Joint-Use Library
Library Branch: TCC/City Joint-Use Library
Room: Joint-Use Marketplace South
Age Group: Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Adults 18+
Program Type: Hobbies
Details:

Rotating competition is organized by the club coordinator.  Knowledge of chess rules is required; limited instruction may be provided for beginners.  Chess equipment has been generously donated by Virginia Chess Federation, private donor

This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group.

Pokémon Club

4:30pm - 6:00pm
Grades 3-5
Bayside Area Library
Sign-up Open
Registration
Library Branch: Bayside Area Library
Room: Bayside Library Meeting Room
Age Group: Grades 3-5
Program Type: Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Details:

Bring your Pokémon cards and games to trade, battle, and more with other local players. Hang out, chat with other fans, and make a craft. "Catch ‘em all" at the library this month! Grades 3-5. Registration is required.

This event is in the "Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Grades 9-12" group.

Teens Make a Peeps House

4:30pm - 6:00pm
Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library
Sign-up Open
Registration
Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library
Room: Central Teen Area
Age Group: Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Details:

Calling all our teen "peeps" to get creative and make a home fit for a Peep!  Will it be a tent, a hut, a shed, or nest?  Those Marshmallow Peeps, love 'em or hate 'em, but you don't have to eat 'em.

This event is in the "Adults 18+" group.

Walk and Talk

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults 18+
Off Site
Sign-up Open
Registration
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults 18+
Program Type: Books & Authors, Discussion Groups, Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Details:

Engage your body and your mind! Join us for a monthly walk around beautiful Munden Point Park while enjoying a casual chat about popular books. Talk about titles you like and hear what others enjoy. Walks will last 30-45 minutes.

This event is in the "Preschool (3-5 years)" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-2" group.

Sensory Open Play

11:00am - 12:00pm
Preschool (3-5 years), Grades K-2
Kempsville Area Library
Sign-up Open
Registration
Library Branch: Kempsville Area Library
Room: Kempsville Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool (3-5 years), Grades K-2
Program Type: Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Details:

Enjoy open play designed to allow children to explore a variety of sensory experiences.

This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6-8" group.

National Poetry Month Event

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8
Princess Anne Area Library
Sign-up Open
Registration
Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library
Room: Princess Anne Meeting Room
Age Group: Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 28
Details:

Come celebrate National Poetry Month with us and learn about all the different forms of poetry. You'll even get the chance to write your own poems. Grades 4-5. Registration is required.

This event is in the "Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Grades 9-12" group.

Teen Time: Anime Club

5:00pm - 6:45pm
Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Princess Anne Area Library
Library Branch: Princess Anne Area Library
Room: Princess Anne Meeting Room
Age Group: Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies, Movies & Entertainment, STEAM
Details:

Join us Wednesdays for teen-only activities. Enjoy movies, games, crafts, and more, with different selections each week. Grades 6-12. Registration is not required; drop in any time!

Weekly Themes:

This event is in the "Grades 6-8" group.
This event is in the "Grades 9-12" group.

Teen Blackout Poetry

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Windsor Woods Area Library
Library Branch: Windsor Woods Area Library
Room: Windsor Woods Programming Room
Age Group: Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Program Type: Hobbies
Details:

Ever want to write in your books but been told not to?  Well, come to Windsor Woods Library for a Blackout Poetry program where writing on book pages is encouraged!

Grades 6-12.  

Registration not required.

This event is in the "Babies (3-12 months)" group.
This event is in the "Onesies (12-24 months)" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers (2-3 years)" group.
This event is in the "Adults 18+" group.

BYOB(aby) Book Club

10:15am - 11:15am
Babies (3-12 months), Onesies (12-24 months), Toddlers (2-3 years), Adults 18+
Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library
Registration
Library Branch: Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library
Room: Central Storytime Room
Age Group: Babies (3-12 months), Onesies (12-24 months), Toddlers (2-3 years), Adults 18+
Program Type: Books & Authors, Culture, Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Details:

Do your little ones make big noises? No problem! Bring them along for this judgment-free book club for adults. Talk about books while your kids play. Registration is not required but preferred.