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Civility Month

January 1–30

January is Civility Month, and it’s the perfect time to embrace kindness in our community. Start the year with compassion and fun. Pick up a unity wreath kit from any library branch. Crafting a kinder New Year starts here!

"Flyer for 'Cosplay Advice Hour' at Little Creek Branch, Jan. 30, 4-5 p.m. Features ornate lace fabric and event details for costume help."

January is Civility Month, and it’s the perfect time to embrace kindness in our community! We have a variety of exciting opportunities waiting for you. Swing by any branch to pick up a unity wreath craft, join us for our engaging New Year’s Self Care Series, and don’t forget to explore our selection of recommended books that celebrate themes of compassion. Let’s make this month memorable together!

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Welcome to Seussville—Read Across America

February 2–20

Celebrate Read Across America Day and Dr. Seuss’s birthday by getting the chance to win a Dr. Seuss prize basket! To enter the drawing, simply answer the question: “What was Dr. Seuss’s first book for children?” Learn more.

Colorful flyer for a beaded bracelet event, featuring a photo of a pastel beaded bracelet spelling "Jessie." Includes dates and locations for branches.

"Flyer for a 'Pearl Knotted Together' Valentine's Day bracelet workshop. Includes dates, times, and locations for three library branches. Features a close-up image of a pearl bracelet with a wooden background. The tone is inviting and creative, aimed at teens as a gift-making activity."

What's Happening!

New Year’s Self Care Series

1/6, 1/13, 1/20 & 1/27 from 4:30–5:30 p.m.

Start your year off right by doing yoga, meditation, journaling and other self care activities at Lafayette Branch! Register at norfolk.libcal.com. (All Ages)

French Storytime–L’heure du Conte

1/21, 1/24, 2/25, 2/28, 3/25, 3/28, 4/22, 4/25, 5/20 & 5/23 from 4–4:45 p.m.

Bienvenue! Join Eva, our French Library Associate at Downtown Branch at Slover, for a family-friendly Storytime in French. Each session features a new theme with a book, song and craft, perfect for native speakers and curious beginners alike. (Family)

Photography Workshop

1/24, 2/21, 3/21, 4/18 & 5/16 from noon – 2 p.m.

Join our workshop at Jordan-Newby Anchor Branch to enhance your skills, explore creative techniques and connect with fellow enthusiasts. Capture stunning images and bring your vision to life. (Teens)

Letter Writing Workshop

Monday, Feb. 2 from 3:30–5 p.m.

Learn how to write a letter and address an envelope in time for Valentine’s Day at Little Creek Branch. (Elementary Age)

Sweet Buttons

Monday, Feb. 9 from 3:30–4:30 p.m.

Drop by Blyden Branch for button making fun. Choose from the different artsy possibilities to create unique custom buttons. (Tweens + Teens)

My Bloody Palentine’s

Friday, Feb. 13 from 3:30–5:30 p.m.

It’s Friday the 13th and Palentine’s Day! Watch a spooky movie and eat snacks at Little Creek Branch. (Teens)

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Book Recommendations

"Graphic featuring the header 'Kindness and Compassion' with a list of book covers on kindness beneath. A decorative rainbow design accents the left."

Community Outreach

Where We're Going!

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Literacy Glow Night: Thursday, Jan. 22 from 5-6:30 p.m. at Bay View Elementary.

Family Learning Night: Thursday, Jan. 29 from 5-6:30 p.m. at W.H. Taylor Elementary School.

St. Patrick's Day Parade: Saturday, March 14 in Ocean View.

Join the Fun! Volunteer flyer for Norfolk Public Library seeks high school students for Youth Services. Images show library activities and a student with medals.

Graphic image: For more information about Community Outreach, contact Rebecca Davis Rebecca.davis@norfolk.gov | 757-664-7328 ext. 314

Looking Forward!

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5th Annual Tucker Day

On Feb. 7, celebrate Richard A. Tucker's anniversary with food, The Shine Dancers, a Tina Turner Review, Drumming, Step Teams, Stop the Violence and so much more!

Spring Poetry Walk

On March 20 to June 1, Enjoy the spring weather with a poetry walk along the Elizabeth River Trail in West Ghent.

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Colorful illustration of smiling dinosaurs with a volcano in the background. Text: 'Read More and Roar with the Dinosaurs at the Norfolk Public Library. Save the Date: Join the Unearth a Story Summer Reading Program! Coming June 2026.'

Promotional banner for the 2026 Beyond Boundaries Lifelong Learning Symposium in blue and green tones. Images show diverse, engaged attendees. Event details: April 16, 2026, 9 A.M. - 4 P.M. at The Slover, 235 E. Plume St. Register at Norfolk.gov/beyondboundaries.

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