Week Calendar

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.

Learn the basics of using a computer keyboard through hands-on activities. Adults. Registration required.

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. 

Enjoy a warm and inviting space where you and your child can play and socialize with others in the community. Please note: This is a social event for both caregiver and child, as opposed to a traditionally structured program.

You are your child’s teacher! In this 45 minute session, parents and caregivers will learn techniques to support early literacy at home through daily routines as they sing, talk, read, write, and play together.

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.

Enjoy a warm and inviting space where you and your child can play and socialize with others in the community. Please note: This is a social event for both caregiver and child, as opposed to a traditionally structured program.

Who's ready for fall?!?! Come join us for some fall-themed songs, rhymes, dancing and fun take home craft at the end of the program. Age 2 with caregiver. Registration is required.

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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. Adults. No registration required. 

Build early language and large motor skills through rhyme, songs, baby sign, and hands-on activities. Ages 3-24 months with caregiver. Registration is not required. Please dress comfortably for the weather.

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 warm and inviting space where you and your child can play and socialize with others in the community. Please note: This is a social event for both caregiver and child, as opposed to a traditionally structured program.

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.

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.

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.

Enjoy a warm and inviting space where you and your child can play and socialize with others in the community. Please note: This is a social event for both caregiver and child, as opposed to a traditionally structured program.

Enjoy a warm and inviting space where you and your child can play and socialize with others in the community. Please note: This is a social event for both caregiver and child, as opposed to a traditionally structured program.

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.

Young writer's are encouraged to create characters, build settings, and hatch plots for their own novel. Kick off National Novel Writing Month at the library. Registration required.

Enjoy a warm and inviting space where you and your child can play and socialize with others in the community. Please note: This is a social event for both caregiver and child, as opposed to a traditionally structured program.

Enjoy 10 hours of tabletop board games to play! Lots of games to choose from, or bring a game to share. Drop in and out throughout the day. Adults.
Registration is not required.

It is that time of year once again! Treat yourself to a not so spooky storytime, make a craft to take home with you, and then take some fun pictures with the green screen.  Costumes are encouraged. Ages 2-5 with caregiver.

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. 

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.

Learn how to keep your mind active! Drop in and choose your own activity. Challenge yourself with computer-based challenges, play some classic board games, or make your mark on our coloring page. 

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.

Bring your babies to explore different artistic styles. Please wear clothes you don’t mind getting messy! Ages 3 months- 24 months with caregiver. Registration is required.

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

Adults. Registration is not required. 

Come learn about affordable housing options in Virginia Beach from representatives from the Department of Housing & Neighborhood Preservation.

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

Join us in watching "Cats (2019)" followed by a group discussion. The lights will stay on, the volume will be low, and talking is allowed. Adults. Registration is required.  

Adventure awaits!  Join fellow teens in person for a Dungeons & Dragons one-shot using 5^th edition, led by a teen game master.  This adventure will focus on storytelling and character interaction.  Feel free to bring

Come join us for a Monster Bash in the Children's room, grab a treat and make your own monster craft.  Costumes welcome.  Families. No registration required. 

It's TeenTober!  Join us Mondays for special teen-only activities. Enjoy movies, games, crafts, and more, with different selections each week. Have an idea for Teen Time? Let us know; we love trying new things! Grades 6-12.

Is your child interested in learning Chess, or are they looking for a safe place to play against someone? Look no further than Elementary Chess.

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

November is National Novel Writing Month aka NaNoWriMo! Join us as we decorate our own notebooks, share ideas, and get prompts to help us write during National Novel Writing Month. Grades 3-5. Registration is required.

Hang out at the library and play games! Grades 6-12. Registration is not required. Drop in’s welcome!

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!

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Celebrate International Game Day this month! Learn the rules of this traditional Chinese game and play some Mahjong. No experience necessary.

Grades 6-12. Registration is required.

It’s National Novel Writing Month at Bayside Library! Join us for a 3-week series with resources to help you write your novel. You’ll even get some precious time for writing and get a chance to network with other aspiring writers. Adults.

This game show style program is not for the weak of heart! Contestants must battle it out by completing challenges as silently as they can before the timer runs out. Are you up for the challenge?

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!

Registration is now Full.

Hang out at the library, try something new, and have fun! Watch anime with fellow fans on the first Thursday of the month. Showings change monthly and may be rated up to TV-14/PG-13. Grades 6-12. Registration is not required, drop in anytime!

“No Mask Required”, a photography show by Patricia Gee , will be on display throughout the month of November, 2022 in the Central Library art gallery.