Week Calendar

Bond with your infant in a face-to-face rhyme time and build early language skills through rhymes, repetition, music and baby sign. Children are introduced to quality board books and one-on-one book sharing. Ages 3-12 months with caregiver.

Build early language and large motor skills through rhyme, songs, baby sign, and hands-on activities. Ages 6-24 months with caregiver. Registration for this 5 week-long series is required. 

Reading Buddies is a 4 week reading program that combines one-on-one reading encouragement and group activities to foster a love of reading and build confidence.

Build early language and large motor skills through rhyme, songs, baby sign, and hands-on activities. Ages 6-24 months with caregiver. Registration is required. 

Enjoy stories, rhymes, songs, concepts (i.e. colors, shapes, etc.) and early literacy tips with your curious toddler, as they develop independence as well as pre-literacy and social skills.

Enjoy stories, rhymes, songs, concepts (i.e. colors, shapes, etc.) and early literacy tips with your curious toddler, as they develop independence as well as pre-literacy and social skills. Age 2 with caregiver.

Onesies Rhyme Time builds early language skills as children move from crawling to walking. Storytimes include rhymes, books, baby sign, and hands-on activities to build pre-reading and large motor skills. Ages 12-24 months with caregiver.

Bring your preschooler in to learn about Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math in this interactive series. Age 3-5 with caregiver. Registration for this 5 week-long series is required. 

Boost independence and develop social skills using writing activities, basic concepts (i.e., colors, shapes, letters, etc.), large muscle movement, and social-emotional learning opportunities focusing on the whole child. Age 2 with a caregiver.

Build early language and large/gross motor skills through rhyme, songs, concepts, book sharing, and hands-on activities. Ages 3-24 months with caregiver. Registration for this 5 week-long series is required.

Build early language and large motor skills through rhyme, songs, baby sign, book sharing and hands-on activities. Ages 6-24 months with caregiver. Registration for this 5 week-long series is required.

Just 2s storytime incorporates writing activities, basic concepts (i.e. colors, shapes, letters, etc.), large muscle movement, and social emotional learning opportunities focus on the whole child to aid in development of independenc

With increased focus on more complex books, we emphasize alphabet and letter recognition, shapes, hands-on activities, as well as independence and confidence building. Age 3 with caregiver. Registration for this 5 week-long series is required.

Learn the basics of navigating an online job application and practice skills through hands-on activities. Adults. Registration is required.

We emphasize alphabet and letter recognition and activities that support independence and confidence building. This storytime includes books, rhymes and literacy activities to help children enter school ready to learn to read.

Enjoy a small-group open play stations designed to allow children to explore a variety of sensory experiences.

Build early language and large motor skills through rhyme, songs, baby sign, and hands-on activities. Ages 6-24 months with caregiver. Registration for this 5 week-long series is required. 

We emphasize alphabet and letter recognition and activities that support independence and confidence building. This storytime includes books, rhymes and literacy activities to help children enter school ready to learn to read.

Build early language and large motor skills through rhyme, songs, baby sign, and book sharing. Ages 6-24 months with caregiver. Registration for this 5 week series is required.

Onesies Rhyme Time builds early language skills as children move from crawling to walking. Storytimes include rhymes, books, baby sign, and hands-on activities to build pre-reading and large motor skills. Ages 12-24 months with caregiver.

Enjoy a casual chat about popular books. Talk about titles you like and hear what others enjoy. Swap favorites old and new or spread the word about your favorite reads. 

Join us for a StoryWalk® featuring The Day the Crayons Quit by Drew Daywalt. Engage in fun activities while you read the story and explore outdoors! 

Enjoy stories, rhymes, songs, concepts (i.e. colors, shapes, etc.) and early literacy tips with your curious toddler, as they develop independence as well as pre-literacy and social skills. Age 2 with caregiver.

Onesies Rhyme Time builds early language skills as children move from crawling to walking. Storytimes include rhymes, books, baby sign, and hands-on activities to build pre-reading and large motor skills. Ages 12-24 months with caregiver.

Learn to enter data and use basic formulas to create simple spreadsheets. Prerequisites: Ability to use Microsoft Word or have taken Microsoft Word for Beginners. We encourage you to bring a USB drive to save your work. Adults.

Enjoy stories, rhymes, songs, concepts (i.e. colors, shapes, etc.) and early literacy tips with your curious toddler, as they develop independence as well as pre-literacy and social skills. Age 2 with caregiver.

We emphasize alphabet and letter recognition and activities that support independence and confidence building. This storytime includes books, rhymes and literacy activities to help children enter school ready to learn to read.

Let's learn about SHAPES at the Library! We emphasize alphabet and letter recognition and activities that support independence and confidence building.

Bring your preschooler in to learn about Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math in this interactive series. Age 3-5 with caregiver. Registration for this 5 week-long series is required. 

Bring your preschooler in to learn about Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math in this interactive series. Age 3-5 with caregiver. Registration for this 5 week-long series is required. 

Drop in for a fun new craft in our Children’s Room!  Family.  No registration required.

Join us here at the library and create something wonderful!  Make and take crafting will be occurring in the Princess Anne Area Library Meeting room between 10 am and noon every Wednesday throughout the summer.  No registration required.

Bond with your infant in a face-to-face rhyme time and build early language skills through rhymes, repetition, music and baby sign. Children are introduced to quality board books and one-on-one book sharing. Ages 3-12 months with caregiver.

We emphasize alphabet and letter recognition and activities that support independence and confidence building. This storytime includes books, rhymes and literacy activities to help children enter school ready to learn to read.

Boost independence and develop social skills using writing activities, basic concepts (i.e., colors, shapes, letters, etc.), large muscle movement, and social-emotional learning opportunities focusing on the whole child. Age 2 with a caregiver.

Let's dive into summer with a fun preschool pool party! Join us for stories, songs, and other outdoor fun. Feel free to dress your preschooler in their favorite summer outfit to cool off in one of our pools! Ages 3-5 with caregiver.

We emphasize alphabet and letter recognition and activities that support independence and confidence building. This storytime includes books, rhymes and literacy activities to help children enter school ready to learn to read.

Build early language and large motor skills through rhyme, songs, baby sign, book sharing and hands-on activities. Ages 6-24 months with caregiver. Registration is required for this 5 week series.

Build early language and large motor skills through rhyme, songs, baby sign, book sharing and hands-on activities. Ages 6-24 months with caregiver. Registration for this 5 week-long series is required.

We emphasize alphabet and letter recognition and activities that support independence and confidence building. This storytime includes books, rhymes, and literacy activities to help children enter school ready to learn to read.

Get up and Move on over to the Library! We have some fun songs, dances, and activities to share with you! Please dress comfortably to get up, dance, and move around!  Grades 3-5. Registration is required.

Learn the basics of the Hawaiian instrument the ukulele! Build muscle strength and friendships as you strum chords and songs. Program attendees will check out one ukulele and a beginner book from Windsor Woods Area Library beginning Aug.

Enjoy a warm and inviting space where you and your child can play and socialize with others in the community. Please note: This program is for both caregiver and child, and is not a structured program. Ages 6 to 24 months with caregiver.

Chill out and calm down as we learn and practice mindfulness activities. This program will be a mix of gentle movement and kid-friendly guided meditations.

We emphasize alphabet and letter recognition and activities that support independence and confidence building. This storytime includes books, rhymes and literacy activities to help children enter school ready to learn to read.

Boost independence and develop social skills using writing activities, basic concepts (i.e., colors, shapes, letters, etc.), large muscle movement, and social-emotional learning opportunities focusing on the whole child. Age 2 with a caregiver.

We emphasize alphabet and letter recognition and activities that support independence and confidence building. This storytime includes books, rhymes and literacy activities to help children enter school ready to learn to read.

Build early language and large motor skills through rhyme, songs, baby sign, book sharing and hands-on activities. Ages 6-24 months with caregiver. Registration is required for this 5 week series.

Designed for newly independent preschoolers, On My Own storytimes include books, rhymes and literacy based activities to help children enter school ready to learn to read. Ages 4-5 without caregiver in storytime room.

Have you ever wondered what types of animals live in the Ocean?  Come to Kempsville Library and learn about these aquatic creatures through songs, book and an ocean themed craft.  Ages 3-7. Registration is required.

Learn to fly our new indoor Tello drones and put your skills to the test in our drone obstacle course! Grades 6-12. Registration is required. Funding for this drone program provided by The Friends of Virginia Beach Public Library.

Designed for newly independent preschoolers, On My Own Preschool Science invites 5 year-olds to engage in hands-on STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) activities. Registration for this 5 week series is required.

Come in from the heat and humidity! Enjoy a feature film during our Wednesday matinee!

Our fourth showing is: The Greatest Showman, starring Zendaya, Hugh Jackman, Zac Efron, Keala Sutton, and Rebecca Ferguson.

Bring your craft, your supplies and your passion! Meet other crafters and creators, share your ideas and get new ones! Adults 18+. Registration is not required. 

Join us at the movies!  Spend some of the warm summer afternoon with us at the library and enjoy a family-friendly film.  Bring your own snacks and get comfy in cinema-land. 

Bring your craft, your supplies and your passion! Meet other crafters and creators, share your ideas and get new ones! Adults 18+. Registration is not required.

If you are a non-native English speaker, join us to practice your conversational English in a friendly setting. Each week we discuss a different topic and do fun activities! Meets weekly. Adults. Registration is not required.

Use Scratch Jr., a fun and interactive coding app, to explore the basics of how to program and design games! Grades 3-5. Registration is required.

Bring your preschooler in to learn about Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math in this interactive series. Age 3-5 with caregiver. Registration for this 5 week-long series is required.  

If you are a non-native English speaker, join us to practice your conversational English in a friendly setting. Each week we discuss a different topic and do fun activities!

Adults. Registration is not required.

Learn to fly our new indoor Tello drones and put your skills to the test in our drone obstacle course! Adults 18+. Registration required. Funding for this drone program provided by The Friends of Virginia Beach Public Library.

Bring your craft, your supplies and your passion! Meet other crafters and creators, share your ideas and get new ones! Adults 18+. Registration is not required.

Decorate a ceramic tile with sharpies and rubbing alcohol to make a unique coaster to use or gift away. Grades 4-7. Registration is required. 

Design a beautiful foil art piece with Publisher, a laminator, and your imagination!

Grades 6-12, Registration is required. 

Elementary Open Studio is a space for your child to create art freely with others. You may feel free to bring your own art supplies, but art supplies will also be provided. Let's keep those creative muscles active and free! Grades K-5.

Explore magnetic fields and circuits with LittleBits! LittleBits are easy-to-use electronic building blocks that snap together with magnets to make learning about circuitry and electronics exciting and engaging. Grade 4-7.

Decorate a ceramic tile with sharpies and rubbing alcohol to make a unique coaster to use or gift away. Grades 6-12. Registration is required. 

Join fellow Pokémon players and fans to enjoy all things Pokémon. Catch a movie or video game, battle on your DS, do a Pokémon themed craft, talk with fellow fans, and just hang out.

Come build and play with stackable bricks at the library! Use your imagination to build creations with friends, or meet some new building buddies. Grades 3-5. Registration not required.

Explore Science, Engineering, Technology, Arts and Math in this interactive series. Grades K-2.  Registration for this 5 week-long series is required. 

Join us Tuesday nights 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:

Bring your stuffed animal friends for songs and stories! Then, tuck your pal into bed and wish them sweet dreams. Who knows what adventures they will have overnight in the library? Come back Wednesday to pick up your friend.

Come join us as we learn and play some games with us!

Join us to watch anime and hang out with other fans! Showings change monthly and may be rated up to TV-14. Grades 6-12. This month’s showing:  One Piece.

No registration required.  Just drop in!

Let’s have fun and build a pneumatic magic box! We’ll use the directions from one of Lance Akiyama’s books. After we build the magic box, we’ll decorate it! Grades 6-12. Registration required.

Learn how to make a planter in Tinkercad, a free, browser-based 3-D modeling program! Once you know how to design your own, you can make an appointment on our 3-D printer to print your creation! Adults. Registration is required.

Solve puzzles, decipher clues, and find your way out working as a team!  Bring a friend and your best problem solving skills.  Are you up to the challenge?  Grades 6-12.  Registration is required.

Up your photography game with the library wide scavenger hunt that's all about taking photos. Learn the basics of taking photos with your smartphone or tablet or hone your creative capturing skills.

Test your knowledge and compete to become the virtual trivia master! Answer a variety of trivia questions to earn points and get your mind fired up! Grades 3 - 5. Registration is required.

Test your knowledge of everyone's favorite magical kingdom. Can't join us in person? Join us online! All participants will have the option to visit the library to compete or compete virtually. Adults. Registration is required.

Meet us at Tapped Crafthouse in Red Mill Commons to discuss this month’s selected title: The Water Dancer by Ta-Nehisi Coates. Book club copies are available for check-out at the Princess Anne information desk.