Library & Storytime
Storytimes and library programs
Teen Art Night
Teens create art and crafts at self-guided stations with all supplies included.
Teen Hangout
After-school hangout for middle & high schoolers with games, activities, and drop-in fun.
Early Literacy Parent Workshop: Ready to Read
Early Literacy Parent Workshop: Ready to Read at TW Meeting Room
PUP READers
PUP READers at GL Children's Program Room
Poetry as Power: Using Your Voice Before the World Gives You Permission
Poetry as Power: Using Your Voice Before the World Gives You Permission at LM Meeting Room
Catalyst 2.0 Henrico Business Academy — From Startup to Lender-Ready: Understand Financial Documents & Business Credit
Catalyst 2.0 Henrico Business Academy — From Startup to Lender-Ready: Understand Financial Documents & Business Credit at TU Meeting Room
Intro to 3D Modeling
Intro to 3D Modeling at FA Digital Media Lab
Having Seen: A Film Discussion Group
Having Seen: A Film Discussion Group at TW Conference Room
Teen Game Night
Teen Game Night at Teen Area
Tai Chi
Tai Chi at Goochland Meeting Room
T T Movie Night: The Outsiders
Watch *The Outsiders* (1983 PG classic) with tweens and teens at the library.
READ to Maggie at Atlee
Read aloud to Maggie, a therapy dog, in 15-minute sessions to build reading confidence.
Family Storytime- Goochland Branch
Books, songs, and rhymes for babies and toddlers with caregiver.
K-2 Bookworms
Young readers meet friends for an interactive book story and activity at the library.
Yarnworks
Yarnworks at Ashland Meeting Room B (Projector Side)
"Your Little Pumpkin" Craft
Create a handprint greeting card keepsake craft for toddlers & preschoolers at the library.
Chair Fitness With Tiffany!
Chair Fitness With Tiffany! at 201 W Washington St
Checkmate Challenge - Chess at the Library
Drop in for casual chess games with players of all levels.
Chickahominy Colored Pencil Group
Chickahominy Colored Pencil Group at Creative Commons
Friday Book Club
Friday Book Club at Goochland Meeting Room
Chair Yoga
Chair Yoga at Creative Commons Montpelier
STORYTIME IN THE GARDEN
Stories read aloud in the garden at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden.
Baby Explorer
Baby Explorer at SA Meeting Room
Family Storytime- Hanover Branch
Books, songs, rhymes, and signing—interactive storytime for babies and toddlers.
Friends Book Sale
Friends Book Sale at Mechanicsville Branch
Toddler/Preschool Storytime- Goochland Branch
Books, music, and fingerplays for toddlers and preschoolers with a caregiver.
Mechanicsville Teen Advisory Board (TAB)
Teen advisory board: games, snacks, and a voice in library and community planning.
Family Storytime- Rockville Branch
Babies and toddlers enjoy books, singing, rhymes, and signing with caregivers.
Seymour Grooves with Books! – Downtown
Music and books with Seymour at Children's Museum of Richmond.
Story Time (4 -6 years Old)
Thanksgiving-themed story time for preschoolers at Petersburg Public Library.
Mad about Mahjong!
Mad about Mahjong! at Ashland Meeting Room B (Projector Side)
Ashland Bridge Club
Ashland Bridge Club at Ashland Meeting Room A (Kitchenette Side)
Art Creation Class w/ Reggie Hood
Learn mixed-media art techniques from artist Reggie Hood.
STEM Explorers
Hands-on STEM activities at Petersburg Public Library for curious young learners.
Atlee Lego Club
Grades K–5 build and share LEGO creations at the library's monthly club.
Pokémon Club - Deck Building, Card Trading, and Battles (OH MY)
Pokémon fans deck-build, trade, and battle at the library club.
Drop-In Photo Fun
Snap holiday-themed photos at the library's seasonal photo backdrop.
The Eastern Woodland Tribes of Virginia
Native American Heritage Month program exploring Eastern Woodland Tribes history.
Move & Groove Storytime- Montpelier Branch
All-ages storytime with music and movement—perfect for wiggly kids.
Family Storytime- Atlee Branch
Books, songs, and rhymes for babies and toddlers with caregivers.
Teen Hangout
Supervised after-school hangout with games and activities for middle and high schoolers.
Ashland Teen Advisory Board (TAB)
Teen board with games, food, and a say in library programs for your age group.
Build-A-Bot Library Workshop Series
Build and program your own robot in this hands-on library workshop series.
Hula Dancing Class
Hula Dancing Class at Mechanicsville Meeting Room A (Kitchenette Side)
Afternoon Book Club
Afternoon Book Club at Ashland Meeting Room A (Kitchenette Side)
PAWS to Read with DIXIE!
Build reading confidence by reading aloud to a certified therapy dog.
Mother Goose Storytime- Ashland Branch
Nursery rhymes, songs, and stories for babies and toddlers with caregivers.
Medicare 101
Medicare 101 at Ashland Meeting Room B (Projector Side)
Thanks-for-Giving Poms
Create soft yarn pom-pom flowers in this cozy November craft workshop.
Preschool Storytime- Atlee Branch
Books, music, and fingerplays for preschoolers and caregivers.
Money Smart (Financial Literacy) - After School Program
Learn money basics through hands-on games and activities at Petersburg Public Library.
Hanover Fiber Arts
Hanover Fiber Arts at Creative Commons
Mystery Book Club
Mystery Book Club at Goochland Meeting Room
Atlee Bridge Club
Atlee Bridge Club at Atlee Meeting Room
Mother Goose Storytime- Mechanicsville Branch
Nursery rhymes, songs, and stories for babies and toddlers with caregivers.
Five-Week Reading Adventure: Mummies in the Morning
Five-Week Reading Adventure: Mummies in the Morning at Creative Commons Montpelier
Toddler Storytime- Ashland Branch
Books, music, and rhymes for toddlers and caregivers at Ashland library.
Dungeons & Dragons
Dungeons & Dragons at Mechanicsville Branch
Ashland Evening Book Club
Ashland Evening Book Club at Ashland Meeting Room A (Kitchenette Side)
Yoga with Belinda Todd!
Yoga with Belinda Todd! at 201 W Washington St
Toddler Storytime- Atlee Branch
Sing, dance, and read with toddlers at the library's storytime.
Mother Goose Storytime- Atlee Branch
Nursery rhymes, songs, and stories for babies and caregivers at Atlee library.
Wonder-FULL Wednesdays – Toddler Program – Downtown
Weekly toddler play and learning program at Children's Museum of Richmond downtown.
Preschool Storytime- Mechanicsville Branch
Books, fingerplays, and music for preschoolers at Mechanicsville library.
Next Chapter Community Book Club
Next Chapter Community Book Club at Ashland Meeting Room A (Kitchenette Side)
Turkey Tales (Story Time) For Tots (0-3 Years)
Thanksgiving-themed story time for the littlest listeners at Petersburg Public Library.
Yoga
Yoga at Goochland Meeting Room
Mech Book Club
Mech Book Club at Mechanicsville Meeting Room A (Kitchenette Side)
Fun and Games
Fun and Games at Atlee Meeting Room
Beginner's Hula Dancing
Learn hula dancing with teens and adults at the library—no experience needed.
Ashland Reads! Holiday
Ashland Reads! Holiday at Ashland Branch
Chess at Atlee
Learn and play chess with all ages—beginners and experienced players welcome.
Play Mahjongg! (Morning Session)
Play Mahjongg! (Morning Session) at Rockville Branch
Sphero Robot Fun (STEM Activity)!
Learn coding and robotics with Sphero robots at Petersburg Public Library.
Game On (w/Board Games)!
Pick your favorite board game and compete with friends at Petersburg Public Library.
After School Program (Stories & Crayons)
Stories and creative coloring time for kids after school at Petersburg Public Library.
Christmas holiday
Holiday celebration and activities at Petersburg Public Library.
Black Author Expo 2027
Virginia's largest Black author celebration—FREE literary event for young readers.
Toddler Time
Toddler storytime and nature play at beautiful Maymont gardens.
Baby Artsplay!™ – Downtown
Art exploration for babies and young toddlers at Children's Museum.
Baby Artsplay!™ – Chesterfield
Hands-on art time for babies at Children's Museum Chesterfield location.
Back up Date - Black Author Expo 2027 (Weather Pending)
Virginia's largest FREE Black author-centered literary event at Petersburg Public Library.
Story & Craft – Downtown
Combine storytime and creative crafting at Children's Museum of Richmond downtown location.