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Pictures of the front covers of Debra Kempf Shumaker's books Freaky Funky Fish and Peculiar Primates with the date June 14th.

Elementary Animal Adaptations with Author Debra Kempf Shumaker

Monday, July 14, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Yorktown Meeting Room at Yorktown Library

Age Group:

Elementary

Event Details:

Join author Debra Kempf Shumaker for an interactive reading of her STEM-themed picture book Freaky Funky Fish. Kids will learn some amazing and weird facts about fish adaptations, ...

Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Author Event, STEM
Event Details:

Join author Debra Kempf Shumaker for an interactive reading of her STEM-themed picture book Freaky Funky Fish. Kids will learn some amazing and weird facts about fish adaptations, followed by an adaptation activity.

Book Character Play and Draw

Book Character Play and Draw!

Monday, July 14, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Tabb Meeting Room at Tabb Library

Age Group:

Children, Infants - Preschool, Elementary, Families

Event Details:

Drop in for a fun-filled library adventure where preschoolers through elementary-aged kids and their families can play games inspired by beloved book characters and get creative dr...

Library Branch: Tabb Library
Room: Tabb Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Infants - Preschool, Elementary, Families
Program Type: Art, Fun & Games
Event Details:

Drop in for a fun-filled library adventure where preschoolers through elementary-aged kids and their families can play games inspired by beloved book characters and get creative drawing their favorites!

The Bad Guys Movie Night

The Bad Guys Movie and Activities

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Yorktown Meeting Room at Yorktown Library

Age Group:

Children, Elementary, Families

Event Details:

Join us for a fun-filled Movie Night featuring The Bad Guys! enjoy this hilarious and heartwarming animated adventure at Yorktown Library. We’ll have themed crafts, cool goody bags...

Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary, Families
Program Type: Crafts, Movies & Entertainment
Event Details:

Join us for a fun-filled Movie Night featuring The Bad Guys! enjoy this hilarious and heartwarming animated adventure at Yorktown Library. We’ll have themed crafts, cool goody bags, and lots of laughs—don’t miss out on this exciting evening

Mad Science of Hampton Roads: Fire and Ice

Mad Science

Friday, July 18, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:30am
Tabb Meeting Room at Tabb Library

Age Group:

Children, Infants - Preschool, Elementary, Families, Middle & High School

Event Details:

This spectacular show thrills audiences as they discover the difference between magic and science. From paper that seems to disappear to balls floating in columns of air, this show...

Library Branch: Tabb Library
Room: Tabb Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Infants - Preschool, Elementary, Families, Middle & High School
Program Type: Concerts & Performances, STEM
Event Details:

This spectacular show thrills audiences as they discover the difference between magic and science.

an array of photos from books with no words

Books With No Words

Monday, July 21, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Yorktown Youth Programs Room at Yorktown Library

Age Group:

Children, Infants - Preschool, Elementary

Event Details:

The library has so many beautiful books with no words. Let's get together to engage with these stories and use them to increase literacy, storytelling, vocabulary and creativity. W...

Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Youth Programs Room
Age Group: Children, Infants - Preschool, Elementary
Program Type: Art, Story Time, Writing, Other
Event Details:

The library has so many beautiful books with no words. Let's get together to engage with these stories and use them to increase literacy, storytelling, vocabulary and creativity. We can color our world with pictures that tell a story.

The words "3D Printing" with a 3D printer below

Intro to 3D Printing

Monday, July 21, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Yorktown Technology Room at Yorktown Library

Age Group:

Middle & High School

Event Details:

Have you ever wanted to learn how to 3D print? Well, now is your chance! In this Intro to 3D Printing class, you will learn the basics of creating your own 3D model, which you can ...

Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Technology Room
Age Group: Middle & High School
Program Type: STEM, Technology, Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:

Have you ever wanted to learn how to 3D print? Well, now is your chance! In this Intro to 3D Printing class, you will learn the basics of creating your own 3D model, which you can then use to print on one of the library's 3D printers.

Chalk Art

Chalk Art

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Tabb Patio at Tabb Library

Age Group:

Children, Infants - Preschool, Elementary, Families

Event Details:

Adventurers are welcome to come and participate in our Chalk Art Party. There will be a variety of chalk themed activities for the whole family to enjoy!

Library Branch: Tabb Library
Room: Tabb Patio
Age Group: Children, Infants - Preschool, Elementary, Families
Program Type: Art
Event Details:

Adventurers are welcome to come and participate in our Chalk Art Party. There will be a variety of chalk themed activities for the whole family to enjoy!

3 crochet octopusses and the words Weaving a Yarn Crochet Your Personal Character

Weaving A Yarn: Crochet Your Personal Character

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Yorktown Youth Programs Room at Yorktown Library

Age Group:

Middle & High School

Event Details:

Join us in the library to create a character with yarn. Yarn and crochet supplies will be provided as Ms. Elyssa leads teens in making an amigurumi based on the character each pers...

Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Youth Programs Room
Age Group: Middle & High School
Program Type: Art, Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us in the library to create a character with yarn. Yarn and crochet supplies will be provided as Ms. Elyssa leads teens in making an amigurumi based on the character each person chooses.

blue background with text: Brick Builders Movie Night

Family LEGO and Movie Night

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Tabb Meeting Room at Tabb Library

Age Group:

Children, Infants - Preschool, Elementary, Families

Event Details:

Bring your LEGO skills to the Tabb Library for a fun family night!  Come build with our LEGOs and enjoy refreshments while watching The LEGO Movie (PG-13). Movie will start at...

Library Branch: Tabb Library
Room: Tabb Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Infants - Preschool, Elementary, Families
Program Type: Fun & Games, Movies & Entertainment
Event Details:

Bring your LEGO skills to the Tabb Library for a fun family night!  Come build with our LEGOs and enjoy refreshments while watching The LEGO Movie (PG-13). Movie will start at 5:00. 

Movie post for Christmas in Grand Valley on a blue background with a starfish, santa hat, and plant leaf to the side

Hallmark Movie Bingo

Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Yorktown Meeting Room at Yorktown Library

Age Group:

Adults

Hallmark Movie Bingo Night:

Are you ready for a fun time? Come out to Hallmark Movie Bingo at Yorktown Library. Enjoy friendly competition and snacks as you attempt to get BINGO on your card by spotting class...

Event Details:

Ho Ho Ho! Get ready for Christmas in July!  The selection for this event is Christmas at Grand Valley (2018).

Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movies & Entertainment
Event Details:

Ho Ho Ho! Get ready for Christmas in July!  The selection for this event is Christmas at Grand Valley (2018).

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Book Character Play and Draw!

2:30pm–3:30pm
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, Fun & Games
Event Details:

Drop in for a fun-filled library adventure where preschoolers through elementary-aged kids and their families can play games inspired by beloved book characters and get creative drawing their favorites!

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.

Teen Gaming

5:00pm–7:00pm
Middle & High School
Yorktown Meeting Room
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Meeting Room
Age Group: Middle & High School
Program Type: Fun & Games
Event Details:

Summer heat got you down? Come chill out with some Nintendo Switch, PS5, Wii, and a variety of other games! You are welcome to drop by anytime between 5-7 P.M.

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. 

Open Play

10:00am–5:00pm
Children, Infants - Preschool, Elementary, Families
Yorktown Youth Programs Room
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Youth Programs Room
Age Group: Children, Infants - Preschool, Elementary, Families
Program Type: Fun & Games
Event Details:

Join us for creative and imaginative play at the Yorktown Library. This is an open program for children to drop in with their caregivers and play and socialize with other families in the community.

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.

Open Play

10:00am–5:00pm
Children, Infants - Preschool, Elementary, Families
Yorktown Youth Programs Room
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Youth Programs Room
Age Group: Children, Infants - Preschool, Elementary, Families
Program Type: Fun & Games
Event Details:

Join us for creative and imaginative play at the Yorktown Library. This is an open program for children to drop in with their caregivers and play and socialize with other families in the community.

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.

Open Play

1:00pm–5:00pm
Children, Infants - Preschool, Elementary, Families
Yorktown Youth Programs Room
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Youth Programs Room
Age Group: Children, Infants - Preschool, Elementary, Families
Program Type: Fun & Games
Event Details:

Join us for creative and imaginative play at the Yorktown Library. This is an open program for children to drop in with their caregivers and play and socialize with other families in the community.

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.

Fine Motor Fun

10:30am–12:00pm
Children, Infants - Preschool
Tabb Meeting Room
Library Branch: Tabb Library
Room: Tabb Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Infants - Preschool
Program Type: Fun & Games, Story Time
Event Details:

Fine Motor Fun is a program combining literacy and fine motor skill workouts. Activities will range from balancing, matching, sorting, to tactile sensory fun!

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.

Family LEGO and Movie Night

4:00pm–7:00pm
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: Fun & Games, Movies & Entertainment
Event Details:

Bring your LEGO skills to the Tabb Library for a fun family night!  Come build with our LEGOs and enjoy refreshments while watching The LEGO Movie (PG-13). Movie will start at 5:00. 

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.

Teen After Hours

5:30pm–7:30pm
Middle & High School
Tabb Meeting Room
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Tabb Library
Room: Tabb Meeting Room
Age Group: Middle & High School
Program Type: Art, Crafts, Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

A fun-filled night where teens can create Perler bead art, play video games, and hang out with friends in a laid-back, creative space.

 

 

 

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

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

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. 

Board Game Meetup

1:30pm–4:30pm
Adults & Teens
Tabb Program Room
Library Branch: Tabb Library
Room: Tabb Program Room
Age Group: Adults & Teens
Program Type: Fun & Games

Join us the 4th Sunday of each month (excluding holidays) for three hours of board games/tabletop gaming at Tabb Library. YCPL owns a varied collection of board and card games such as Catan, The Resistance, Rummikub, Ticket to Ride: London, and more. Attendees are welcome to bring games to share or play amongst themselves. D&D groups are also welcome to use the space.

This program is for adults (18+) of all levels of gaming experience. Teens are also welcome to join with an accompanying adult.

Registration is not required. Questions? Please call 757-890-5120. 

Teen Gaming Tournament

5:00pm–7:00pm
Middle & High School
Yorktown Meeting Room
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Meeting Room
Age Group: Middle & High School
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Want to brawl? Care for a melee? Do you think you could be the ultimate (virtual) fighter? Come join us for a Super Smash Brothers tournament on the Nintendo Switch on the big screen. No experience necessary!

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. 

Open Play

10:00am–5:00pm
Children, Infants - Preschool, Elementary, Families
Yorktown Youth Programs Room
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Youth Programs Room
Age Group: Children, Infants - Preschool, Elementary, Families
Program Type: Fun & Games
Event Details:

Join us for creative and imaginative play at the Yorktown Library. This is an open program for children to drop in with their caregivers and play and socialize with other families in the community.

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.

Art Museum Family BINGO

5:30pm–6:30pm
Children, Infants - Preschool, Elementary, Families, Middle & High School
Tabb Meeting Room
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Tabb Library
Room: Tabb Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Infants - Preschool, Elementary, Families, Middle & High School
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a colorful twist on the classic game with Art Museum Family BINGO! Families with children from preschool through high school can explore famous artworks while playing for fun and prizes. Registration is required.

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.

Open Play

10:00am–5:00pm
Children, Infants - Preschool, Elementary, Families
Yorktown Youth Programs Room
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Youth Programs Room
Age Group: Children, Infants - Preschool, Elementary, Families
Program Type: Fun & Games
Event Details:

Join us for creative and imaginative play at the Yorktown Library. This is an open program for children to drop in with their caregivers and play and socialize with other families in the community.

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.

Jigsaw Puzzle Competition

1:30pm–4:00pm
Adults & Teens, Adults
Yorktown Meeting Room
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults & Teens, Adults
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

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 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.

The puzzle competition is for Adults and Teens aged 11 and up. Each team is allowed to keep their puzzle.

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

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.

Open Play

1:00pm–5:00pm
Children, Infants - Preschool, Elementary, Families
Yorktown Youth Programs Room
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Youth Programs Room
Age Group: Children, Infants - Preschool, Elementary, Families
Program Type: Fun & Games
Event Details:

Join us for creative and imaginative play at the Yorktown Library. This is an open program for children to drop in with their caregivers and play and socialize with other families in the community.

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.

Fine Motor Fun

10:30am–12:00pm
Children, Infants - Preschool
Tabb Meeting Room
Library Branch: Tabb Library
Room: Tabb Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Infants - Preschool
Program Type: Fun & Games, Story Time
Event Details:

Fine Motor Fun is a program combining literacy and fine motor skill workouts. Activities will range from balancing, matching, sorting, to tactile sensory fun!

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.

Teen Gaming

5:00pm–7:00pm
Middle & High School
Yorktown Meeting Room
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Meeting Room
Age Group: Middle & High School
Program Type: Fun & Games
Event Details:

Hang out and unwind with Nintendo Switch, PS5, Wii, board, and card games.  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. 

BINGO Night

6:30pm–7:45pm
Adults & Teens
Tabb Meeting Room
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Tabb Library
Room: Tabb Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults & Teens
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required

O-66...clickety click! Join us for a free BINGO night at Tabb Library. Enjoy multiple rounds of friendly competition and good natured banter. Registration is required as seats are limited. Each round winner gets to select a prize from our awesome assortment. This program is for adults and teens accompanied by an adult. Questions? Call 757-890-5120.

Open Play

10:00am–5:00pm
Children, Infants - Preschool, Elementary, Families
Yorktown Youth Programs Room
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Youth Programs Room
Age Group: Children, Infants - Preschool, Elementary, Families
Program Type: Fun & Games
Event Details:

Join us for creative and imaginative play at the Yorktown Library. This is an open program for children to drop in with their caregivers and play and socialize with other families in the community.

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.

Open Play

10:00am–5:00pm
Children, Infants - Preschool, Elementary, Families
Yorktown Youth Programs Room
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Youth Programs Room
Age Group: Children, Infants - Preschool, Elementary, Families
Program Type: Fun & Games
Event Details:

Join us for creative and imaginative play at the Yorktown Library. This is an open program for children to drop in with their caregivers and play and socialize with other families in the community.

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.

Open Play

1:00pm–5:00pm
Children, Infants - Preschool, Elementary, Families
Yorktown Youth Programs Room
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Youth Programs Room
Age Group: Children, Infants - Preschool, Elementary, Families
Program Type: Fun & Games
Event Details:

Join us for creative and imaginative play at the Yorktown Library. This is an open program for children to drop in with their caregivers and play and socialize with other families in the community.

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.

Craft Buddies

3:00pm–4:00pm
Elementary
Tabb Meeting Room
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Tabb Library
Room: Tabb Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Art, Crafts, Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a hands-on crafting adventure . In this unique program, teen volunteers take the lead—guiding and inspiring kids in grades K–5 through fun, age-appropriate craft projects.  Come create, connect, and craft something amazing!

Disclaimer(s)

Messy

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

Teen D & D

11:00am–1:30pm
Middle & High School
Tabb Program Room
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Tabb Library
Room: Tabb Program Room
Age Group: Middle & High School
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Dungeons and Dragons for teens is at Tabb Library! If you're in grades 6-12, sign up for one of the two sessions and get ready to dive into epic quests.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

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

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. 

Teen D & D

2:00pm–4:30pm
Middle & High School
Tabb Program Room
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Tabb Library
Room: Tabb Program Room
Age Group: Middle & High School
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Dungeons and Dragons for teens is at Tabb Library! If you're in grades 6-12, sign up for one of the two sessions and get ready to dive into epic quests.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

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

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.