Virginia Beach Public Library Events

Puerto Rican Paintings by Michelle Diaz Brennan

Ongoing through Wednesday, July 31, 2013

Puerto Rican Paintings by Michelle Diaz Brennan will be on display in the Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library lobby during the months of June and July all hours that the library is open.

Event Type: Exhibits
Location: MEO Central Library
Room: Lobby
Audience: Family all ages
Contact Info: MEO Central Library (757) 385-0150

Gracie the Clown

Thursday, June 20, 2013, 10:30 – 11:25 a.m.

Laugh along with Gracie the Clown as she entertains you with her magic. Take home your very own balloon creation! All ages. Registration may be required and begins June 6 by calling 385-2627.

Event Type: Special Programs
Audience: Family all ages
Location: Kempsville Area Library
Contact Info: Kempsville (757) 385-2627

Mahjong at the Library

Thursday, June 20, 2013, 6 – 8 p.m.

Think gin rummy using tiles! Learn to play this Chinese game of tiles. Age 9 and up.

Event Type: Special Programs
Audience: Family all ages
Location: MEO Central Library
Room: Room Folio
Contact Info: MEO Central Library (757) 385-0150

Mahjong @ the library

Saturday, June 22, 2013, 2 – 4 p.m.

For ages 9 and up, including adults and teens. Think Gin Rummy using tiles! Learn the rules of this traditional Chinese game and play some Mahjong. Registration begins May 18 by calling 385-2610 or stopping by the library.

Event Type: Special Programs
Audience: Family all ages
Location: Princess Anne Area Library
Room: Meeting Room
Contact Info: Princess Anne (757) 385-2610

Virginia Beach Fire Clowns

Saturday, June 22, 2013, 2 – 3 p.m.

Do you know what to do in case of a fire? Learn fire safety from the Virginia Beach Fire Department and see a real fire truck! All ages. Registration may be required and begins June 17 by calling 385-7790.

Event Type: Special Programs
Audience: Family all ages
Location: Pungo-Blackwater Area Library
Contact Info: Pungo-Blackwater (757) 385-7790

Crafty Monday

Monday, June 24, 2013, 10 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.

Join us each Monday for a different drop-in craft! All ages. No registration.

Event Type: Arts & Crafts
Location: Oceanfront Area Library
Audience: Family all ages
Contact Info: Oceanfront (757) 385-2640

Creature Comforts

Monday, June 24, 2013, 10:15 – 11:15 a.m.

Birds of a feather, flock together! Meet parrots, macaws and cockatoos and watch these beautiful birds strut their stuff as they talk, dance, skateboard and more! All ages. Registration may be required and begins June 10 by calling 385-0150.

Event Type: Special Programs
Audience: Family all ages
Location: MEO Central Library
Contact Info: MEO Central Library (757) 385-0150

Monday Morning Movies: Frankenweenie

Monday, June 24, 2013, 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Beat the heat with a family movie! Call your library at 385-2627 to register.

Event Type: Movies
Audience: Family all ages
Location: Kempsville Area Library
Contact Info: Kempsville (757) 385-2627

Family Movie Afternoon: Hotel Transylvania

Monday, June 24, 2013, 1:30 – 3 p.m.

Beat the heat with a family movie! Call your library at 385-2680 to register.

Event Type: Movies
Audience: Family all ages
Location: Bayside Special Services Library
Contact Info: Bayside Library (757) 385-2680

John Kingry

Tuesday, June 25, 2013, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Can you see through the illusion? Prepare to be amazed and dazzled by magician, John Kingry! All ages. Registration may be required and begins June 11 by calling 385-2606.

Event Type: Special Programs
Audience: Family all ages
Location: Great Neck Area Library
Contact Info: Great Neck (757) 385-2606

JB Rattles

Tuesday, June 25, 2013, 2 – 3 p.m.

Is a snake’s skin slimy or smooth? Find out at JB Rattle’s reptile show and meet some other critters too! All ages. Registration may be required and begins June 11 by calling 385-2680.

Event Type: Special Programs
Audience: Family all ages
Location: Bayside Special Services Library
Contact Info: Bayside Library (757) 385-2680

John Kingry

Tuesday, June 25, 2013, 2 – 3 p.m.

Can you see through the illusion? Prepare to be amazed and dazzled by magician, John Kingry! All ages. Registration may be required and begins June 11 by calling 385-2630.

Event Type: Special Programs
Audience: Family all ages
Location: Windsor Woods Area Library
Contact Info: Windsor Woods (757) 385-2630

Virginia Beach Fire Clowns

Thursday, June 27, 2013, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Do you know what to do in case of a fire? Learn fire safety from the Virginia Beach Fire Department and see a real fire truck! All ages. Registration may be required and begins June 13 by calling 385-2627.

Event Type: Special Programs
Audience: Family all ages
Location: Kempsville Area Library
Contact Info: Kempsville (757) 385-2627

Make Your Own Flat Self!

Thursday, June 27, 2013, 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.

For ages 5 and up, including teens and adults. Make a flat mini version of yourself. Dress him/her up in cool clothes and travel accessories. Then send your flat self on a summer trip. Registration begins May 31 by calling 385-2610 or stopping by the library.

Event Type: Arts & Crafts
Location: Princess Anne Area Library
Audience: Family all ages
Contact Info: Princess Anne (757) 385-2610

CANCELED - Family Movie Afternoon: Rise of the Guardians

Thursday, June 27, 2013, 6 – 8 p.m.

Event Type: Movies
Audience: Family all ages
Location: MEO Central Library
Contact Info: MEO Central Library (757) 385-0150

Ryan the Balloon Guy

Saturday, June 29, 2013, 10:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.

Take home your very own balloon creation from Ryan the Balloon Guy! All ages. Registration may be required and begins June 15 by calling 385-2610.

Event Type: Special Programs
Audience: Family all ages
Location: Princess Anne Area Library
Contact Info: Princess Anne (757) 385-2610

Back Bay Astronomers

Saturday, June 29, 2013, 1:30 – 3:30 p.m.

The Sun Earth Connection. Learn about sun spots, sun flares and things you can see in the daytime sky. Then come outside with the Back Bay Astronomers and find them on their powerful telescopes with special lens to protect your eyes.

Event Type: Special Programs
Audience: Family all ages
Location: Pungo-Blackwater Area Library
Contact Info: Pungo-Blackwater (757) 385-7790

Ryan the Balloon Guy

Saturday, June 29, 2013, 3 – 5 p.m.

Take home your very own balloon creation from Ryan the Balloon Guy! All ages. Registration may be required and will begin June 15 by calling 385-7790.

Event Type: Special Programs
Audience: Family all ages
Location: Pungo-Blackwater Area Library
Contact Info: Pungo-Blackwater (757) 385-7790

Crafty Monday

Monday, July 1, 2013, 10 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.

Join us each Monday for a different drop-in craft! All ages. No registration.

Event Type: Arts & Crafts
Location: Oceanfront Area Library
Audience: Family all ages
Contact Info: Oceanfront (757) 385-2640

Monday Morning Movies: Brave

Monday, July 1, 2013, 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Beat the heat with a family movie! Call your library at 385-2627 to register.

Event Type: Movies
Audience: Family all ages
Location: Kempsville Area Library
Contact Info: Kempsville (757) 385-2627

Family Movie Afternoon: Paranorman

Monday, July 1, 2013, 1:30 – 3 p.m.

Beat the heat with a family movie! Call your library at 385-2680 to register.

Event Type: Movies
Audience: Family all ages
Location: Bayside Special Services Library
Contact Info: Bayside Library (757) 385-2680

Virginia Aquarium Puppet Show

Tuesday, July 2, 2013, 2 – 3 p.m.

The Virginia Aquarium is bringing the ocean to the library in this exciting puppet show. All ages. Registration may be required; contact your library at 385-2680 for more information.

Event Type: Special Programs
Audience: Family all ages
Location: Bayside Special Services Library

Gracie the Clown

Tuesday, July 2, 2013, 2 – 3 p.m.

Laugh along with Gracie the Clown as she entertains you with her magic. Take home your very own balloon creation! All ages. Registration may be required and begins June 18 by calling 385-2630.

Event Type: Special Programs
Audience: Family all ages
Location: Windsor Woods Area Library
Contact Info: Windsor Woods (757) 385-2630

Virginia Beach Fire Clowns

Wednesday, July 3, 2013, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Do you know what to do in case of a fire? Learn fire safety from the Virginia Beach Fire Department and see a real fire truck! All ages. Registration may be required and begins June 19 by calling 385-2640.

Event Type: Special Programs
Audience: Family all ages
Location: Oceanfront Area Library
Contact Info: Oceanfront (757) 385-2640

Crafty Monday

Monday, July 8, 2013, 10 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.

Join us each Monday for a different drop-in craft! All ages. No registration.

Event Type: Arts & Crafts
Location: Oceanfront Area Library
Audience: Family all ages
Contact Info: Oceanfront (757) 385-2640

John Kingry

Monday, July 8, 2013, 10:15 – 11:15 a.m.

Can you see through the illusion? Prepare to be amazed and dazzled by magician, John Kingry! All ages. Registration may be required and begins June 24 by calling 385-0150.

Event Type: Special Programs
Audience: Family all ages
Location: MEO Central Library
Contact Info: MEO Central Library (757) 385-0150

Family Movie Afternoon: Brave

Monday, July 8, 2013, 1:30 – 3 p.m.

Beat the heat with a family movie! Call your library at 385-2680 to register.

Event Type: Movies
Audience: Family all ages
Location: Bayside Special Services Library
Contact Info: Bayside Library (757) 385-2680

Virginia Beach SPCA

Tuesday, July 9, 2013, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Meet a furry friend and learn about pet care and adoption from the VBSPCA. All ages. Registration may be required; contact your library at 385-2606 for more information.

Event Type: Special Programs
Audience: Family all ages
Location: Great Neck Area Library
Contact Info: Great Neck (757) 385-2606

Virginia Beach Fire Clowns

Tuesday, July 9, 2013, 2 – 3 p.m.

Do you know what to do in case of a fire? Learn fire safety from the Virginia Beach Fire Department and see a real fire truck! All ages. Registration may be required and begins June 25 by calling 385-2680.

Event Type: Special Programs
Audience: Family all ages
Location: Bayside Special Services Library
Contact Info: Bayside Library (757) 385-2680

Family Movie Afternoon: Wreck-it Ralph

Tuesday, July 9, 2013, 2 – 4 p.m.

Beat the heat with a family movie! Call your library at 385-2640 to register.

Event Type: Movies
Audience: Family all ages
Location: Oceanfront Area Library
Contact Info: Oceanfront (757) 385-2640

Gracie the Clown

Wednesday, July 10, 2013, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Laugh along with Gracie the Clown as she entertains you with her magic. Take home your very own balloon creation! All ages. Registration may be required and begins June 26 by calling 385-2640.

Event Type: Special Programs
Audience: Family all ages
Location: Oceanfront Area Library
Contact Info: Oceanfront (757) 385-2640

Mahjong at the Library!

Wednesday, July 10, 2013, 2 – 4 p.m.

Think Gin Rummy using tiles! Learn the rules of this traditional Chinese game and actually play some Mahjong. No experience necessary. Age 9+, Teens, Adults

Event Type: Special Programs
Audience: Family all ages
Location: Kempsville Area Library
Room: Meeting Room
Contact Info: Kempsville (757) 385-2627

Travel the World - Crafts & Activities

Wednesday, July 10, 2013, 2:30 – 3:30 p.m.

Travel a different part of the world for 1 hour each Wednesday during the month of July. There will be activities, games, crafts, and fun! Hosted by the Teen Advisory Group.

Event Type: Arts & Crafts
Location: MEO Central Library
Audience: Family all ages
Contact Info: MEO Central Library (757) 385-0150

Tag Your Bags for Travel!

Wednesday, July 10, 2013, 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.

Create a personalized luggage tag for your summer travels.
NO Registration needed

Event Type: Arts & Crafts
Location: Princess Anne Area Library
Audience: Family all ages
Contact Info: Princess Anne (757) 385-2610

Frozen Watercolors

Thursday, July 11, 2013, 1:30 – 2:30 p.m.

Beat the summer heat with some cool art. Create your own masterpiece from recycled and frozen watercolor paints. All ages. Registration is required; contact your library at 385-2680 for more information.

Event Type: Arts & Crafts
Location: Bayside Special Services Library
Audience: Family all ages
Contact Info: Bayside Library (757) 385-2680

Brave Movie Afternoon with Craft

Thursday, July 11, 2013, 2 – 4:30 p.m.

For ages 5 and up and their families. While fighting to undo a beastly curse, Merida discovers the meaning of true bravery. Stay after the movie to make your own newspaper sword and crown. Registration begins June 15 by calling 385-2610 or stopping by the library.

Event Type: Movies
Audience: Family all ages
Location: Princess Anne Area Library
Contact Info: Princess Anne (757) 385-2610

Crafty Fridays

Friday, July 12, 2013, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Drop in anytime to make a different craft each week. All supplies will be provided. All ages. Registration is not required.

Event Type: Arts & Crafts
Location: Great Neck Area Library
Audience: Family all ages

Frozen Watercolors

Friday, July 12, 2013, 2 – 3 p.m.

Beat the summer heat with some cool art. Create your own masterpiece from recycled and frozen watercolor paints. All ages. Registration is required; contact your library at 385-0150 for more information.

Event Type: Arts & Crafts
Location: MEO Central Library
Audience: Family all ages
Contact Info: MEO Central Library (757) 385-0150

Creature Comforts

Saturday, July 13, 2013, 2 – 3 p.m.

Birds of a feather, flock together! Meet parrots, macaws and cockatoos and watch these beautiful birds strut their stuff as they talk, dance, skateboard and more! All ages. Registration may be required and begins June 29 by calling 385-2610.

Event Type: Special Programs
Audience: Family all ages
Location: Princess Anne Area Library
Contact Info: Princess Anne (757) 385-2610

Crafty Monday

Monday, July 15, 2013, 10 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.

Join us each Monday for a different drop-in craft! All ages. No registration.

Event Type: Arts & Crafts
Location: Oceanfront Area Library
Audience: Family all ages
Contact Info: Oceanfront (757) 385-2640

Family Movie Afternoon: Wreck-it Ralph

Monday, July 15, 2013, 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Beat the heat with a family movie! Call your library at 385-2627 to register.

Event Type: Movies
Audience: Family all ages
Location: Kempsville Area Library
Contact Info: Kempsville (757) 385-2627

Family Movie Afternoon: Frankenweenie

Monday, July 15, 2013, 1:30 – 3 p.m.

Beat the heat with a family movie! Call your library at 385-2680 to register.

Event Type: Movies
Audience: Family all ages
Location: Bayside Special Services Library
Contact Info: Bayside Library (757) 385-2680

Creature Comforts

Tuesday, July 16, 2013, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Birds of a feather, flock together! Meet parrots, macaws and cockatoos and watch these beautiful birds strut their stuff as they talk, dance, skateboard and more! All ages. Registration may be required and begins July 2 by calling 385-2606.

Event Type: Special Programs
Audience: Family all ages
Location: Great Neck Area Library
Contact Info: Great Neck (757) 385-2606

For the Birds

Tuesday, July 16, 2013, 1:30 – 2:30 p.m.

Do you know what birds like to eat? Meet a feathered friend or two and learn more about these interesting birds in this delightful program from the Virginia Living Museum. All ages. Registration may be required and begins July 2 by calling 385-2630.

Event Type: Special Programs
Audience: Family all ages
Location: Windsor Woods Area Library
Contact Info: Windsor Woods (757) 385-2630

Virginia Aquarium Puppet Show

Wednesday, July 17, 2013, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

The Virginia Aquarium is bringing the ocean to the library in this exciting puppet show. All ages. Registration may be required; contact your library at 385-2640 for more information.

Event Type: Special Programs
Audience: Family all ages
Location: Oceanfront Area Library
Contact Info: Oceanfront (757) 385-2640

Travel the World - Crafts & Activities

Wednesday, July 17, 2013, 2:30 – 3:30 p.m.

Travel a different part of the world for 1 hour each Wednesday during the month of July. There will be activities, games, crafts, and fun! Hosted by the Teen Advisory Group.

Event Type: Arts & Crafts
Location: MEO Central Library
Audience: Family all ages
Contact Info: MEO Central Library (757) 385-0150

Frozen Watercolors

Thursday, July 18, 2013, 2 – 3 p.m.

Beat the summer heat with some cool art. Create your own masterpiece from recycled and frozen watercolor paints. All ages. Registration is required; contact your library at 385-2606 for more information.

Event Type: Arts & Crafts
Location: Great Neck Area Library
Audience: Family all ages
Contact Info: Great Neck (757) 385-2606

Crafty Fridays

Friday, July 19, 2013, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Drop in anytime to make a different craft each week. All supplies will be provided. All ages. Registration is not required.

Event Type: Arts & Crafts
Location: Great Neck Area Library
Audience: Family all ages

Llama Llama Costumed Character Storytime and Craft

Friday, July 19, 2013, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Listen to stories, make a craft and meet Llama from the Llama Llama series! All ages. Registration is required and begins July 1 by calling 385-0150.

Event Type: Special Programs
Audience: Family all ages
Location: MEO Central Library
Contact Info: MEO Central Library (757) 385-0150

Virginia Beach SPCA

Saturday, July 20, 2013, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Meet a furry friend and learn about pet care and adoption from the VBSPCA. All ages. Registration may be required; contact your library at 385-2610 for more information.

Event Type: Special Programs
Audience: Family all ages
Location: Princess Anne Area Library
Contact Info: Princess Anne (757) 385-2610

Llama Llama Costumed Character Storytime and Craft

Saturday, July 20, 2013, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Listen to stories, make a craft and meet Llama from the Llama Llama series! All ages. Registration is required and begins July 8 by calling 385-2627.

Event Type: Special Programs
Audience: Family all ages
Location: Kempsville Area Library
Contact Info: Kempsville (757) 385-2627

Virginia Aquarium Puppet Show

Saturday, July 20, 2013, 2 – 3 p.m.

The Virginia Aquarium is bringing the ocean to the library in this exciting puppet show. All ages. Registration may be required; contact your library at 385-2630 for more information.

Event Type: Special Programs
Audience: Family all ages
Location: Windsor Woods Area Library
Contact Info: Windsor Woods (757) 385-2630

Crafty Monday

Monday, July 22, 2013, 10 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.

Join us each Monday for a different drop-in craft! All ages. No registration.

Event Type: Arts & Crafts
Location: Oceanfront Area Library
Audience: Family all ages
Contact Info: Oceanfront (757) 385-2640

Monday Morning Movies: Cars

Monday, July 22, 2013, 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Beat the heat with a family movie! Call your library at 385-2627 to register.

Event Type: Movies
Audience: Family all ages
Location: Kempsville Area Library
Contact Info: Kempsville (757) 385-2627

Family Movie Afternoon: Brave

Monday, July 22, 2013, 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Beat the heat with a family movie! Call your library at 385-0150 for more information.

Event Type: Movies
Audience: Family all ages
Location: MEO Central Library
Contact Info: MEO Central Library (757) 385-0150

Llama Llama Costumed Character Storytime and Craft

Monday, July 22, 2013, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Listen to stories, make a craft and meet Llama from the Llama Llama series! All ages. No registration required.

Event Type: Special Programs
Audience: Family all ages
Location: Windsor Woods Area Library
Contact Info: Windsor Woods (757) 385-2630

Family Movie Afternoon: Madagascar 3

Monday, July 22, 2013, 1:30 – 3 p.m.

Beat the heat with a family movie! Call your library at 385-2680 to register.

Event Type: Movies
Audience: Family all ages
Location: Bayside Special Services Library
Contact Info: Bayside Library (757) 385-2680

Children Are Singing All Around the World

Monday, July 22, 2013, 3 – 4 p.m.

Musician Martha Giles will present a sing-along, play-along live performance of world music that will take children and their families on an inspiring musical and cultural journey arount the world. All ages. Registration begins on July 1 by calling 385-2680.

Event Type: Special Programs
Audience: Family all ages
Location: Bayside Special Services Library
Contact Info: Bayside Library (757) 385-2680

The Dog Days of Summer Make & Take

Tuesday, July 23, 2013, 2 – 3 p.m.

Come in out of the heat and make a cool cooling craft. Registration begins July 1 by calling 385-2610 or stopping by the library.

Event Type: Arts & Crafts
Location: Princess Anne Area Library
Room: Meeting Room
Audience: Family all ages
Contact Info: Princess Anne (757) 385-2610

Llama Llama Costumed Character Storytime and Craft

Tuesday, July 23, 2013, 2 – 3 p.m.

Listen to stories, make a craft and meet Llama from the Llama Llama series! All ages. No registration required.

Event Type: Special Programs
Audience: Family all ages
Location: Oceanfront Area Library
Contact Info: Oceanfront (757) 385-2640

Creature Comforts

Wednesday, July 24, 2013, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Birds of a feather, flock together! Meet parrots, macaws and cockatoos and watch these beautiful birds strut their stuff as they talk, dance, skateboard and more! All ages. Registration may be required and begins July 10 by calling 385-2640.

Event Type: Special Programs
Audience: Family all ages
Location: Oceanfront Area Library
Contact Info: Oceanfront (757) 385-2640

Travel the World - Crafts & Activities

Wednesday, July 24, 2013, 2:30 – 3:30 p.m.

Travel a different part of the world for 1 hour each Wednesday during the month of July. There will be activities, games, crafts, and fun! Hosted by the Teen Advisory Group.

Event Type: Arts & Crafts
Location: MEO Central Library
Audience: Family all ages
Contact Info: MEO Central Library (757) 385-0150

Llama Llama Storytime & Craft

Wednesday, July 24, 2013, 2:30 – 3:30 p.m.

For all ages. Enjoy storytime, have your photo taken with everyone’s favorite fleecy friend, Llama Llama, and make a fun craft. Registration begins June 15 by calling 385-2610 or stopping by the library.

Event Type: Special Programs
Audience: Family all ages
Location: Princess Anne Area Library
Contact Info: Princess Anne (757) 385-2610

Frozen Watercolors

Wednesday, July 24, 2013, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.

Beat the summer heat with some cool art. Create your own masterpiece from recycled and frozen watercolor paints. All ages. Registration is required; contact your library at 385-7790 for more information.

Event Type: Arts & Crafts
Location: Princess Anne Area Library
Audience: Family all ages
Contact Info: Pungo-Blackwater (757) 385-7790

JB Rattles

Thursday, July 25, 2013, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Is a snake’s skin slimy or smooth? Find out at JB Rattle’s reptile show and meet some other critters too! All ages. Registration may be required and begins July 11 by calling 385-2627.

Event Type: Special Programs
Audience: Family all ages
Location: Kempsville Area Library
Contact Info: Kempsville (757) 385-2627

Crafty Fridays

Friday, July 26, 2013, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Drop in anytime to make a different craft each week. All supplies will be provided. All ages. Registration is not required.

Event Type: Arts & Crafts
Location: Great Neck Area Library
Audience: Family all ages

Virginia Beach Fire Clowns

Saturday, July 27, 2013, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Do you know what to do in case of a fire? Learn fire safety from the Virginia Beach Fire Department and see a real fire truck! All ages. Registration may be required and begins July 13 by calling 385-2610.

Event Type: Special Programs
Audience: Family all ages
Location: Princess Anne Area Library
Contact Info: Princess Anne (757) 385-2610

Mahjong @ the library

Saturday, July 27, 2013, 2 – 4 p.m.

For ages 9 and up, including adults and teens. Think Gin Rummy using tiles! Learn the rules of this traditional Chinese game and play some Mahjong. Registration begins June 22 by calling 385-2610 or stopping by the library.

Event Type: Special Programs
Audience: Family all ages
Location: Princess Anne Area Library
Room: Meeting Room
Contact Info: Princess Anne (757) 385-2610

Crafty Monday

Monday, July 29, 2013, 10 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.

Join us each Monday for a different drop-in craft! All ages. No registration.

Event Type: Arts & Crafts
Location: Oceanfront Area Library
Audience: Family all ages
Contact Info: Oceanfront (757) 385-2640

Monday Morning Movies: Madagascar 3

Monday, July 29, 2013, 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Beat the heat with a family movie! Call your library at 385-2627 to register.

Event Type: Movies
Audience: Family all ages
Location: Kempsville Area Library
Contact Info: Kempsville (757) 385-2627

Family Movie Afternoon: Rise of the Guardians

Monday, July 29, 2013, 1:30 – 3:30 p.m.

Beat the heat with a family movie! Call your library at 385-2680 to register.

Event Type: Movies
Audience: Family all ages
Location: Bayside Special Services Library
Contact Info: Bayside Library (757) 385-2680

JB Rattles

Tuesday, July 30, 2013, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Is a snake’s skin slimy or smooth? Find out at JB Rattle’s reptile show and meet some other critters too! All ages. Registration may be required and begins July 16 by calling 385-2606.

Event Type: Special Programs
Audience: Family all ages
Location: Great Neck Area Library
Contact Info: Great Neck (757) 385-2606

Family Movie Afternoon: Brave

Tuesday, July 30, 2013, 2 – 3:30 p.m.

Beat the heat with a family movie! Call your library at 385-2640 to register.

Event Type: Movies
Audience: Family all ages
Location: Oceanfront Area Library
Contact Info: Oceanfront (757) 385-2640

Travel the World - Crafts & Activities

Wednesday, July 31, 2013, 2:30 – 3:30 p.m.

Travel a different part of the world for 1 hour each Wednesday during the month of July. There will be activities, games, crafts, and fun! Hosted by the Teen Advisory Group.

Event Type: Arts & Crafts
Location: MEO Central Library
Audience: Family all ages
Contact Info: MEO Central Library (757) 385-0150

Creature Comforts

Thursday, August 1, 2013, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Birds of a feather, flock together! Meet parrots, macaws and cockatoos and watch these beautiful birds strut their stuff as they talk, dance, skateboard and more! All ages. Registration may be required and begins July 18 by calling 385-2627.

Event Type: Special Programs
Audience: Family all ages
Location: Kempsville Area Library
Contact Info: Kempsville (757) 385-2627

Let's Go to the Beach!

Thursday, August 1, 2013, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Join us for an entertaining reading with puppets featuring “How Will We Get to the Beach?” and other stories. A make and take craft will follow.
Registration begins July 1 by calling 385-2610 or stopping by the library.

Event Type: Special Programs
Audience: Family all ages
Location: Princess Anne Area Library
Contact Info: Princess Anne (757) 385-2610

Summer Reading Challenge Finale: Cultural Day and Ryan the Balloon Guy

Monday, August 5, 2013, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Wrap up your Have Book, Will Travel Summer Reading Challenge with a jaunt around the world at a cultural day sponsored by the Teen Advisory Group. Also, Ryan the Balloon Guy will be available making fantastic balloon creations.

Event Type: Special Programs
Audience: Family all ages
Location: MEO Central Library

Crafty Monday

Monday, August 5, 2013, 10 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.

Join us each Monday for a different drop-in craft! All ages. No registration.

Event Type: Arts & Crafts
Location: Oceanfront Area Library
Audience: Family all ages
Contact Info: Oceanfront (757) 385-2640

Ryan the Balloon Guy

Monday, August 5, 2013, 10:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.

Take home your very own balloon creation from Ryan the Balloon Guy! All ages. Registration may be required and begins July 22 by calling 385-0150.

Event Type: Special Programs
Audience: Family all ages
Location: MEO Central Library
Contact Info: MEO Central Library (757) 385-0150

Monday Morning Movies: Rise of the Guardians

Monday, August 5, 2013, 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Beat the heat with a family movie! Call your library at 385-2627 to register.

Event Type: Movies
Audience: Family all ages
Location: Kempsville Area Library
Contact Info: Kempsville (757) 385-2627

Family Movie Afternoon: Wreck-it Ralph

Monday, August 5, 2013, 1:30 – 3 p.m.

Beat the heat with a family movie! Call your library at 385-2680 to register.

Event Type: Movies
Audience: Family all ages
Location: Bayside Special Services Library
Contact Info: Bayside Library (757) 385-2680

Incredible Insects

Tuesday, August 6, 2013, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.

What do insects like to eat for lunch? Meet live insects and learn more about these creepy creatures in this fun program from the Virginia Living Museum. All ages. Registration may be required; contact your library at 385-2606 for more information.

Event Type: Special Programs
Audience: Family all ages
Location: Great Neck Area Library
Contact Info: Great Neck (757) 385-2606

Creature Comforts

Tuesday, August 6, 2013, 2 – 3 p.m.

Birds of a feather, flock together! Meet parrots, macaws and cockatoos and watch these beautiful birds strut their stuff as they talk, dance, skateboard and more! All ages. Registration may be required and begins July 23 by calling 385-2630.

Event Type: Special Programs
Audience: Family all ages
Location: Windsor Woods Area Library
Contact Info: Windsor Woods (757) 385-2630

Frozen Watercolors

Wednesday, August 7, 2013, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Beat the summer heat with some cool art. Create your own masterpiece from recycled and frozen watercolor paints. All ages. Registration is required; contact your library at 385-2627 for more information.

Event Type: Arts & Crafts
Location: Kempsville Area Library
Audience: Family all ages
Contact Info: Kempsville (757) 385-2627

Incredible Insects

Wednesday, August 7, 2013, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.

What do insects like to eat for lunch? Meet live insects and learn more about these creepy creatures in this fun program from the Virginia Living Museum. All ages. Registration may be required; contact your library at 385-2640 for more information.

Event Type: Special Programs
Audience: Family all ages
Location: Oceanfront Area Library
Contact Info: Oceanfront (757) 385-2640

Virginia Beach SPCA

Thursday, August 8, 2013, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Meet a furry friend and learn about pet care and adoption from the VBSPCA. All ages. Registration may be required; contact your library at 385-2627 for more information.

Event Type: Special Programs
Audience: Family all ages
Location: Kempsville Area Library
Contact Info: Kempsville (757) 385-2627

Moon Storytime & Craft

Monday, August 12, 2013, 6 – 7 p.m.

Zoom, zoom, zoom, we’re going to the moon! Enjoy stories, songs, movement activities and a moon craft to take home. Then go outside and take a peek at the moon and stars through a telescope. Registration begins July 15 by calling 385-2610 or stopping by the library.

Event Type: Storytimes
Audience: Family all ages
Location: Princess Anne Area Library
Contact Info: Princess Anne (757) 385-2610

Moon Watch with the Back Bay Astronomers

Monday, August 12, 2013, 6:30 – 8 p.m.

A favorite for all ages. Experience the moon and planets up close and personal as members of the Back Bay Astronomy Association bring their telescopes out for an evening adventure. Registration begins July 15 by calling 385-2610 or stopping by the library.

Event Type: Special Programs
Audience: Family all ages
Location: Princess Anne Area Library
Room: Outside
Contact Info: Princess Anne (757) 385-2610

Mahjong at the Library!

Wednesday, August 14, 2013, 2 – 4 p.m.

Think Gin Rummy using tiles! Learn the rules of this traditional Chinese game and actually play some Mahjong. No experience necessary. Age 9+, Teens, Adults

Event Type: Special Programs
Audience: Family all ages
Location: Kempsville Area Library
Room: Meeting Room
Contact Info: Kempsville (757) 385-2627