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People gathered around a table full of puzzles

Winter Jigsaw Puzzle Swap

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:15am
Tabb Meeting Room at Tabb Library

Age Group:

Adults, All Ages

Jigsaw Puzzle Swap:

You asked for it and we delivered--puzzle swap time! CriteriaAll puzzles must be in the original box and contain all their pieces.Puzzles should be from the last 10-25 years.P...

Event Details:

Donations will be accepted at Tabb Library Reference desk starting December 30, 2025 through January 23, 2026.

Library Branch: Tabb Library
Room: Tabb Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
Event Details:
Donations will be accepted at Tabb Library Reference desk starting December 30, 2025 through January 23, 2026.
Science Saturday on a green background with a beaker and test tube pouring into a flask.

Science Saturday

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Yorktown Youth Programs Room at Yorktown Library

Age Group:

Children, Elementary

Event Details:

Let's learn about balance. Being in balance is so important for you and for the world around you. We will practice some yoga moves and participate in some balancing activities to s...

Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist.
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Youth Programs Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games, STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Let's learn about balance. Being in balance is so important for you and for the world around you. We will practice some yoga moves and participate in some balancing activities to see how good our balance is.

Two people bent over a table putting together a jigsaw puzzle

Jigsaw Puzzle Competition

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Tabb Meeting Room at Tabb Library

Age Group:

Adults & Teens, Adults

Jigsaw Puzzle Competition:

Can you be the fastest team? Let's puzzle it out together!Teams of four compete to put together a 500-piece jigsaw puzzle in two hours or less. The team captain should registe...

Event Details:

ICYMI: The team captain should register for the event below--make sure to indicate your teammates in the Special Notes field. Please do not sign up if you have not put together a t...

Registration is no longer available for this event.
Library Branch: Tabb Library
Room: Tabb Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults & Teens, Adults
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

ICYMI: The team captain should register for the event below--make sure to indicate your teammates in the Special Notes field. Please do not sign up if you have not put together a team.

Two chickens outside in a yard, one chicken is brownish-orange and the other is white, gray, and black spotted

Backyard Chicken Keeping

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Yorktown Meeting Room at Yorktown Library

Age Group:

Adults

Backyard Chicken Keeping:

Join Carol Bartram of Peninsula Chicken Keepers (PeCK) to learn about the basics of keeping a small flock of pet chickens in your backyard. Registration is optional. 

Registration will close on January 24, 2026 @ 12:00pm.
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Purple background with the words "Teen Anime Movie Night" written at the top, the movie poster below, and various film equipment surrounding it

Teen Anime Movie Night

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Tabb Meeting Room at Tabb Library

Age Group:

Middle & High School

Event Details:

Come join the teen anime club for a screening of the critically acclaimed anime movie Suzume! Anyone in grades 6-12 is welcome to attend. Refreshments will be provided, and we will...

Registration will close on January 26, 2026 @ 5:05pm.
Library Branch: Tabb Library
Room: Tabb Meeting Room
Age Group: Middle & High School
Program Type: Movies & Entertainment
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come join the teen anime club for a screening of the critically acclaimed anime movie Suzume! Anyone in grades 6-12 is welcome to attend. Refreshments will be provided, and we will make a movie related craft. 

YCPL Trivia Night

YCPL Trivia Night

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:15pm
Tabb Meeting Room at Tabb Library

Age Group:

Adults

Event Details:

It's time again for another entertaining and illuminating YCPL Trivia Night at Tabb Library! This session's categories include General Knowledge, Animals, Superhero Movies, 80...

Registration will close on January 28, 2026 @ 6:00pm.
Library Branch: Tabb Library
Room: Tabb Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:
It's time again for another entertaining and illuminating YCPL Trivia Night at Tabb Library! 

This session's categories include General Knowledge, Animals, Superhero Movies, 80s & 90s Nostalgia, and more.

Four photos arranged in a non-parallel grid. Each photo is of a doodle.

De-Stress with Drawing & Doodling

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Tabb Program Room at Tabb Library

Age Group:

Adults

Event Details:

Let the outside world melt away as you relax while drawing or doodling. This is a drop-in program for adults 18 and up; registration is not required. Whether you're a trained artis...

Library Branch: Tabb Library
Room: Tabb Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art
Event Details:

Let the outside world melt away as you relax while drawing or doodling. This is a drop-in program for adults 18 and up; registration is not required.

Crimson and gold shapes against a pink background. On the background are two heart shaped tea sachets and a tea cup surrounded by a swirl of tea leaves

DIY Tea Blends

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Yorktown Meeting Room at Yorktown Library

Age Group:

Adults

Event Details:

Craft your own tea blend and heart shaped tea bags. Enjoy mixing your 2-3 oz (approx.) tea blend from a variety of ingredients. Plus, learn how to make easy handsewn tea bags. This...

Registration is closed because the event is full.
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

Craft your own tea blend and heart shaped tea bags. Enjoy mixing your 2-3 oz (approx.) tea blend from a variety of ingredients. Plus, learn how to make easy handsewn tea bags. This makes a perfect Valentine’s gift or personal treat.

Arts for Learning logo in blue letters with a yellow sun

History in Your Hands: Block Printing the Revolution

Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Tabb Meeting Room at Tabb Library

Age Group:

Children, Elementary

Event Details:

Make history through art with Arts for Learning Virginia’s Nfon Asuquo! In History in Your Hands, participants explore block printing, design their own symbols, and discover how cr...

Registration will close on January 31, 2026 @ 10:35am.
Library Branch: Tabb Library
Room: Tabb Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary
Program Type: Art, History
Registration Required
Event Details:

Make history through art with Arts for Learning Virginia’s Nfon Asuquo!

Join us at the Yorktown Library at 7 p.m. on Saturday, January 31, 2026, for an evening of creativity and relaxation at the Friends of the York County Library Paint Night!

Friends of the Library Paint Night Fundraiser

Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Yorktown Meeting Room at Yorktown Library

Age Group:

Adults

Event Details:

Join us at the Yorktown Library at 7 p.m. on Saturday, January 31, 2026, for an evening of creativity and relaxation at the Friends of the York County Library Paint Night! This adu...

Registration will close on January 30, 2026 @ 5:00pm.
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art, Friends of the Library
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us at the Yorktown Library at 7 p.m. on Saturday, January 31, 2026, for an evening of creativity and relaxation at the Friends of the York County Library Paint Night! This adults-only event is perfect for painters of all skill levels.

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Science Saturday

10:15am–11:00am
Children, Elementary
Yorktown Youth Programs Room
Waitlist
Registration Required
Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist.
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Youth Programs Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games, STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Let's learn about balance. Being in balance is so important for you and for the world around you. We will practice some yoga moves and participate in some balancing activities to see how good our balance is.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Fiber Arts Meetup

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Yorktown Conference Room
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts

Spend a relaxing afternoon working on your individual fiber arts projects while enjoying the company of others at Yorktown Library.  This drop-in program occurs on the 4th Saturday (excluding holidays) each month from 2-4 PM at Yorktown Library. It is for adults of all skill levels interested in crocheting, knitting, needlepoint, and other related crafts. Teens are also welcome if accompanied by an adult. A limited amount of supplies (yarn, needles, hooks, etc.) will be available while supplies last.

Questions? Call 757-890-5207 or email reference@yorkcounty.gov.
 

Teen Monday

3:30pm–5:30pm
Middle & High School
Tabb Meeting Room
Library Branch: Tabb Library
Room: Tabb Meeting Room
Age Group: Middle & High School
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games
Event Details:

Kick off your week at Teen Mondays! Bring a friend, grab a snack, and unwind with games, crafts, coloring, reading, or get yourself organized for the week ahead. Your Mondays just got way better!

Disclaimer(s)

Teen Permission Form

Teens and their parent or guardian must have a completed a Teen Program Permission Form on file to participate in this program. 

DIY Victorian Puzzle Purses

6:15pm–7:30pm
Adults
Yorktown Technology Room
Waitlist
Registration Required
Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist.
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Technology Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to make origami style cards for Valentine’s Day. For Adults 18+ Registration is required to attend this program.

Take Your Child to the Library Day Crafts

11:00am–12:30pm
Children, Infants - Preschool, Elementary, Families
Tabb Meeting Room
Library Branch: Tabb Library
Room: Tabb Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Infants - Preschool, Elementary, Families
Program Type: Art, Crafts
Event Details:

Bring your children to the library for a literacy event filled with books, activities, and crafts. May this event be a moment where we can connect as a community, enjoy stories and songs, and make friends.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

Take Your Child to the Library Day Teen Crafts

11:00am–12:30pm
Families, Middle & High School
Yorktown Teen Room
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Teen Room
Age Group: Families, Middle & High School
Program Type: Crafts
Event Details:

We are setting aside the teen space for just their activities on Take Your Child to the Library Day. May this event be a moment where we can connect as a community, enjoy a craft activity, and make friends.

Take Your Child to the Library Day Teen Crafts

11:00am–12:30pm
Middle & High School
Tabb Program Room
Library Branch: Tabb Library
Room: Tabb Program Room
Age Group: Middle & High School
Program Type: Art, Crafts
Event Details:

Take Your Child to the Library Day is for all, teens included. We've got a craft planned just for you! May this event be a moment where we can connect as a community, enjoy a craft activity, and make friends.

Disclaimer(s)

Teen Permission Form

Teens and their parent or guardian must have a completed a Teen Program Permission Form on file to participate in this program. 

Wool Felting for Beginners

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Tabb Program Room
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on January 26, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Tabb Library
Room: Tabb Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

In this beginner-level wool needle felting class, we’ll create some fun Valentine’s Day designs on dryer balls. Your finished project can be used in the clothes dryer, as essential oil scent diffusers, or as décor items.

Teen Anime Club

6:00pm–7:00pm
Middle & High School
Tabb Program Room
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on February 2, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Tabb Library
Room: Tabb Program Room
Age Group: Middle & High School
Program Type: Crafts, Movies & Entertainment
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join fellow anime fans to watch and discuss anime, enjoy snacks, do anime themed crafts, and a number of other activities each month. This program is for 6th-12th graders. 

Disclaimer(s)

Teen Permission Form

Teens and their parent or guardian must have a completed a Teen Program Permission Form on file to participate in this program. 

Creation Station

4:30pm–5:15pm
Children, Elementary
Tabb Meeting Room
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on February 2, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Tabb Library
Room: Tabb Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary
Program Type: Art, Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a fun, hands-on hour of crafting! This month's theme: Valentine's Day Crafts!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

Messy

Note: This activity may get you a little messy, so wear clothes that you don't mind getting dirty.

ABC Explorers

4:30pm–5:15pm
Children, Elementary
Tabb Meeting Room
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on February 2, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Tabb Library
Room: Tabb Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary
Program Type: Crafts, Story Time
Registration Required
Event Details:

Children will participate in a story time about Library and Literary skills.  There will be a craft following the story time. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Teen Monday

3:30pm–5:30pm
Middle & High School
Yorktown Youth Programs Room
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Youth Programs Room
Age Group: Middle & High School
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games
Event Details:

Kick off your week at Teen Mondays! Bring a friend, grab a snack, and unwind with games, crafts, coloring, reading, or get yourself organized for the week ahead. Your Mondays just got way better!

Disclaimer(s)

Teen Dropoff

This program is designed for teens to attend alone after the library is closed. Adults are not permitted in the program or in the library during the program.

Teen Permission Form

Teens and their parent or guardian must have a completed a Teen Program Permission Form on file to participate in this program. 

Science Saturday

10:15am–11:00am
Children, Elementary
Yorktown Youth Programs Room
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on February 17, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Youth Programs Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games, STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Would you like to be an engineer? Come join us to face two engineering challenges. We are going to build bridges and catapults and compare how each of our different structures perform.  

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Fiber Arts Meetup

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Yorktown Conference Room
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts

Spend a relaxing afternoon working on your individual fiber arts projects while enjoying the company of others at Yorktown Library.  This drop-in program occurs on the 4th Saturday (excluding holidays) each month from 2-4 PM at Yorktown Library. It is for adults of all skill levels interested in crocheting, knitting, needlepoint, and other related crafts. Teens are also welcome if accompanied by an adult. A limited amount of supplies (yarn, needles, hooks, etc.) will be available while supplies last.

Questions? Call 757-890-5207 or email reference@yorkcounty.gov.
 

Wool Felting for Beginners

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Tabb Program Room
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on February 23, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Tabb Library
Room: Tabb Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

In this beginner-level wool needle felting class, we’ll create a shamrock pin. Your finished project is prefect for St. Patrick's Day.

Teen Monday

3:30pm–5:30pm
Middle & High School
Yorktown Youth Programs Room
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Youth Programs Room
Age Group: Middle & High School
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games
Event Details:

Kick off your week at Teen Mondays! Bring a friend, grab a snack, and unwind with games, crafts, coloring, reading, or get yourself organized for the week ahead. Your Mondays just got way better!

Disclaimer(s)

Teen Dropoff

This program is designed for teens to attend alone after the library is closed. Adults are not permitted in the program or in the library during the program.

Teen Permission Form

Teens and their parent or guardian must have a completed a Teen Program Permission Form on file to participate in this program. 

Fiber Arts Meetup

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Yorktown Conference Room
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts

Spend a relaxing afternoon working on your individual fiber arts projects while enjoying the company of others at Yorktown Library.  This drop-in program occurs on the 4th Saturday (excluding holidays) each month from 2-4 PM at Yorktown Library. It is for adults of all skill levels interested in crocheting, knitting, needlepoint, and other related crafts. Teens are also welcome if accompanied by an adult. A limited amount of supplies (yarn, needles, hooks, etc.) will be available while supplies last.

Questions? Call 757-890-5207 or email reference@yorkcounty.gov.
 

Crochet Club

3:30pm–5:00pm
Middle & High School
Yorktown Youth Programs Room
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on April 13, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Youth Programs Room
Age Group: Middle & High School
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us in the library to learn and grow with crochet skills. Yarn and crochet supplies will be provided as Ms. Elyssa leads teens in making a beginner project. This will be a casual atmosphere, so no experience necessary to participate.

Disclaimer(s)

Teen Permission Form

Teens and their parent or guardian must have a completed a Teen Program Permission Form on file to participate in this program. 

Fiber Arts Meetup

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Yorktown Group Study Room
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Group Study Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts

Spend a relaxing afternoon working on your individual fiber arts projects while enjoying the company of others at Yorktown Library.  This drop-in program occurs on the 4th Saturday (excluding holidays) each month from 2-4 PM at Yorktown Library. It is for adults of all skill levels interested in crocheting, knitting, needlepoint, and other related crafts. Teens are also welcome if accompanied by an adult. A limited amount of supplies (yarn, needles, hooks, etc.) will be available while supplies last.

Questions? Call 757-890-5207 or email reference@yorkcounty.gov.
 

Teen Monday

3:30pm–5:30pm
Middle & High School
Yorktown Youth Programs Room
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Youth Programs Room
Age Group: Middle & High School
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games
Event Details:

Kick off your week at Teen Mondays! Bring a friend, grab a snack, and unwind with games, crafts, coloring, reading, or get yourself organized for the week ahead. Your Mondays just got way better!

Disclaimer(s)

Teen Dropoff

This program is designed for teens to attend alone after the library is closed. Adults are not permitted in the program or in the library during the program.

Teen Permission Form

Teens and their parent or guardian must have a completed a Teen Program Permission Form on file to participate in this program. 

Fiber Arts Meetup

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Yorktown Conference Room
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts

Spend a relaxing afternoon working on your individual fiber arts projects while enjoying the company of others at Yorktown Library.  This drop-in program occurs on the 4th Saturday (excluding holidays) each month from 2-4 PM at Yorktown Library. It is for adults of all skill levels interested in crocheting, knitting, needlepoint, and other related crafts. Teens are also welcome if accompanied by an adult. A limited amount of supplies (yarn, needles, hooks, etc.) will be available while supplies last.

Questions? Call 757-890-5207 or email reference@yorkcounty.gov.
 

Fiber Arts Meetup

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Yorktown Conference Room
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts

Spend a relaxing afternoon working on your individual fiber arts projects while enjoying the company of others at Yorktown Library.  This drop-in program occurs on the 4th Saturday (excluding holidays) each month from 2-4 PM at Yorktown Library. It is for adults of all skill levels interested in crocheting, knitting, needlepoint, and other related crafts. Teens are also welcome if accompanied by an adult. A limited amount of supplies (yarn, needles, hooks, etc.) will be available while supplies last.

Questions? Call 757-890-5207 or email reference@yorkcounty.gov.
 

Fiber Arts Meetup

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Yorktown Conference Room
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts

Spend a relaxing afternoon working on your individual fiber arts projects while enjoying the company of others at Yorktown Library.  This drop-in program occurs on the 4th Saturday (excluding holidays) each month from 2-4 PM at Yorktown Library. It is for adults of all skill levels interested in crocheting, knitting, needlepoint, and other related crafts. Teens are also welcome if accompanied by an adult. A limited amount of supplies (yarn, needles, hooks, etc.) will be available while supplies last.

Questions? Call 757-890-5207 or email reference@yorkcounty.gov.
 

Fiber Arts Meetup

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Yorktown Conference Room
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts

Spend a relaxing afternoon working on your individual fiber arts projects while enjoying the company of others at Yorktown Library.  This drop-in program occurs on the 4th Saturday (excluding holidays) each month from 2-4 PM at Yorktown Library. It is for adults of all skill levels interested in crocheting, knitting, needlepoint, and other related crafts. Teens are also welcome if accompanied by an adult. A limited amount of supplies (yarn, needles, hooks, etc.) will be available while supplies last.

Questions? Call 757-890-5207 or email reference@yorkcounty.gov.