Week Calendar

Do your little ones make big noises? No problem! Talk about books in this judgement-free zone while your kids play and socialize with others in the community.

Build early language and large motor skills through rhyme, songs, book sharing and hands-on activities with your child. Ages 6-24 months with caregiver.  Once storytime is over, head to the children's room for Baby Open play. 

Get those fingers working! Build hand-eye coordination and strengthen the muscles in your child's hands and fingers. We will build fine motor skills through a variety of fun learning activities. Age 2 with a caregiver.

Learn how to prep, plant, and maintain pollinator habitats from a Virginia Master Gardener. 

Looking for your roots, but not sure how or where to start? This course is geared for adults beginning to research their genealogy. We are using Ancestry.com as our launchpad, but will mention other resources as well.

Would you like to learn to type or increase your speed and accuracy? Attend this 2-part class and watch your confidence grow as your fingers fly through the exercises!

Bring your preschooler to learn about Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math in this interactive series. Age 3-5 with caregiver. Registration is 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. Adults. Registration is not required. 

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 3 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 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 is a social event for both caregiver and child, as opposed to a traditionally structured program.

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

Please join us for an opportunity to meet children's book author, Gina Giordano, enjoy a storytime featuring the book, Otis the Trash Talking Octopus, and learn about the importance of recycling. Grades K-3.

Challenge yourself to use logic and problem-solving skills while having fun with the Osmo Wonder Kit.* Grades K-2. Registration required.

*Note this event is not an official Osmo event but uses the Osmo learning system.

Handcrafted driftwood sailboats have an authentic nautical look which makes them perfect for any beach lover. Join us as we make a sailboat out of driftwood. All skill levels welcome, all materials will be provided. Adults.

If you are a non-native English speaker, join us to practice your conversational English in a friendly setting. Adults. Registration is not required.

Drop by the library for a story and craft. Ages 2-5 with caregiver. Registration is required. 

An early-stage engagement  program for individuals with memory loss and their caregiver or family member.

Engage in viewing art in the Central Library art gallery as inspiration for your own creations.

Master Gardeners will be available to answer questions about seeds for your home garden and how to get the best results with the seeds you receive from our seed library. Visit with the Master Gardeners anytime during their drop-in hours. Adults.

Homeschoolers! Join us Wednesday for teen only activities. Drop in this week, create a solar oven, then see if it can heat up some s'mores! Grades 6-12. Registration is required.

Visit the Oceanfront Area Library’s Gallery to meet local artist of over 30 years, Susan Check. Susan will display an impressive oil painting series and will also demonstrate her techniques for attendees during this event.

Practice creative problem solving, and language skills while engaging in imaginative play! All materials are provided. Ages 3-5. No registration 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

Perform, create, and have fun! Join us to explore various art forms. Each class features a new skill, artist, artistic movement or technique. Preschool - 5th grade. Registration is required. 

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 for an afternoon of crafting. Turn ordinary rocks into fun pieces of art. They make great gifts or can sit in your windowsill. Supplies are provided. Adults. Registration is required.

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.

Design a mini golf hole in the teen space by yourself or with a fellow teen and play some mini golf.

Grades 6-12.  Registration required

We will be partnering with Blue Star Welcome Week!

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

Come and join our Crafty Book Fridays where we will have a Storytime based on a popular book, book series, or author followed by a themed craft. Ages 2-12 with caregiver. Registration 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!

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Have fun with Shrinky Dink to make charms for either a keychain or necklace. 

Grades 6-12. No registration required.  Just drop in!  

Have fun with Shrinky Dink to make charms for either a keychain or necklace. 

Grades 6-12. No registration required. Just drop in!  

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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Join us on the first Wednesday of the month for this family drop-in program. Enjoy quality time with your family as we provide games for you to choose from to play. Feel free to provide your own, too!

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!

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Looking to plant a colorful autumn garden? The Virginia Beach Master Gardeners are here to discuss annuals, perennials, shrubs, and trees known for their autumn flower and foliage colors. Adults. Registration is required.

Use your imagination to build creations out of stackable bricks and other materials. Grades 3-5. Registration is not required.

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.  Registration is required/is not required.

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Dustin Furlow is a published photographer residing in Norfolk, Virginia.