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Free Vision Screening

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Small Study Room 166 at Poquoson Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Children, Infant, Preschool
Free Vision Screening:

The Poquoson Lions Club will provide free vision screenings at the library for ages 6 months to 6 years old. The screening is useful in detecting vision issues for young children s...

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Library Branch: Poquoson Public Library
Room: Small Study Room 166
Age Group: Children, Infant, Preschool
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required

The Poquoson Lions Club will provide free vision screenings at the library for ages 6 months to 6 years old. The screening is useful in detecting vision issues for young children so that it does not impede their early learning abilities. The screening device is able to detect risk factors for amblyopia, refractive errors that need corrective lenses, and unequal vision. 

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Summer Kickoff

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Reading Garden at Poquoson Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games
Age Group:
Children, Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Teens, Adults, Family

Celebrate the start of summer reading with outdoor fun for all ages! Chalk the walk, blow bubbles, paint suncatchers, help create a collaborative art piece, and play games. Let’s kick off a colorful summer of reading and creativity!

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Poquoson Public Library
Room: Reading Garden
Age Group: Children, Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Teens, Adults, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate the start of summer reading with outdoor fun for all ages! Chalk the walk, blow bubbles, paint suncatchers, help create a collaborative art piece, and play games. Let’s kick off a colorful summer of reading and creativity!

Disclaimer(s)

Messy Activities

Please be advised that participants in this program will be working with materials that may be messy, and there is a possibility that clothing could become soiled or damaged. We recommend dressing accordingly.

Outdoor Program (No Water)

This program will be held outdoors. Please dress comfortably, wear appropriate footwear, and apply sunscreen to ensure your comfort and safety during the event.

Sensory Considerations (Large Crowd & Noise)

Please be aware that this program is expected to have a large number of participants, which may lead to higher noise levels and crowded conditions. This environment could be uncomfortable for individuals with sensory sensitivities.

Weather-Related Changes

In the event of inclement weather, the program will be relocated indoors to ensure the safety and comfort of all participants.

Juneteenth

All Day
Poquoson Public Library

In observance of the Juneteenth holiday, we will be closed on June 19th, 2025. Have a safe and happy holiday!

Closing
Branches:
Poquoson Public Library
Description:

In observance of the Juneteenth holiday, we will be closed on June 19th, 2025. Have a safe and happy holiday!

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This event is in the "Infant" group
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Around the World with Rainbow Puppets

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
City Council Chambers at Poquoson Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Teens, Adults, Family

Get ready for a fun-filled global adventure exploring songs, stories, and traditions from across the globe. Featuring lively puppets, music, and dance, this program celebrates cultures and introduces new friends from every corner of the world.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Poquoson Public Library
Room: City Council Chambers
Age Group: Children, Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Teens, Adults, Family
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get ready for a fun-filled global adventure exploring songs, stories, and traditions from across the globe. Featuring lively puppets, music, and dance, this program celebrates cultures and introduces new friends from every corner of the world.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adult

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.

Sensory Considerations (Large Crowd & Noise)

Please be aware that this program is expected to have a large number of participants, which may lead to higher noise levels and crowded conditions. This environment could be uncomfortable for individuals with sensory sensitivities.

Independence Day

All Day
Poquoson Public Library

In observance of Independence Day, we will be closed on July 4th, 2025. Have a safe and happy holiday!

Closing
Branches:
Poquoson Public Library
Description:

In observance of Independence Day, we will be closed on July 4th, 2025. Have a safe and happy holiday!

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group

Make it Monday-Bubble Painting

Monday, July 7, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room 151 at Poquoson Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Elementary

Every Monday in July, children can enjoy a new hands-on art project during "Make It Monday!" Activities such as bubble painting, Shrinky Dinks, fish printing, and creative drawing turn each week into a colorful adventure.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Poquoson Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 151
Age Group: Children, Elementary
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Every Monday in July, children can enjoy a new hands-on art project during "Make It Monday!" Activities such as bubble painting, Shrinky Dinks, fish printing, and creative drawing turn each week into a colorful adventure.

Disclaimer(s)

Messy Activities

Please be advised that participants in this program will be working with materials that may be messy, and there is a possibility that clothing could become soiled or damaged. We recommend dressing accordingly.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Family Music BINGO

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 151 at Poquoson Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Children, Preschool, Elementary, Teens, Adults, Family

This program will be a fun evening for families with children of all ages to play BINGO with a TWIST!  Instead of listening for numbers to be called out, players will listen for lines from notable songs to be played. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Poquoson Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 151
Age Group: Children, Preschool, Elementary, Teens, Adults, Family
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

This program will be a fun evening for families with children of all ages to play BINGO with a TWIST!  Instead of listening for numbers to be called out, players will listen for lines from notable songs to be played. 

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group

Make it Monday-Finish the Art

Monday, July 14, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room 151 at Poquoson Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Elementary

Every Monday in July, children can enjoy a new hands-on art project during "Make It Monday!" Activities such as bubble painting, Shrinky Dinks, fish printing, and creative drawing turn each week into a colorful adventure.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Poquoson Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 151
Age Group: Children, Elementary
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Every Monday in July, children can enjoy a new hands-on art project during "Make It Monday!" Activities such as bubble painting, Shrinky Dinks, fish printing, and creative drawing turn each week into a colorful adventure.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adult

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 Activities

Please be advised that participants in this program will be working with materials that may be messy, and there is a possibility that clothing could become soiled or damaged. We recommend dressing accordingly.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group

Write On!

Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 151 at Poquoson Public Library
Program Type:
Special Interest Club
Age Group:
Children, Elementary

­Inspired by the Katherine Applegate Color Our World writing contest, authors can spark their creativity and start a story about how small actions can make a big difference.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Poquoson Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 151
Age Group: Children, Elementary
Program Type: Special Interest Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

­Inspired by the Katherine Applegate Color Our World writing contest, authors can spark their creativity and start a story about how small actions can make a big difference.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group

Make it Monday-Fish Prints

Monday, July 21, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room 151 at Poquoson Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Elementary

Every Monday in July, children can enjoy a new hands-on art project during "Make It Monday!" Activities such as bubble painting, Shrinky Dinks, fish printing, and creative drawing turn each week into a colorful adventure.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Poquoson Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 151
Age Group: Children, Elementary
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Every Monday in July, children can enjoy a new hands-on art project during "Make It Monday!" Activities such as bubble painting, Shrinky Dinks, fish printing, and creative drawing turn each week into a colorful adventure.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adult

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 Activities

Please be advised that participants in this program will be working with materials that may be messy, and there is a possibility that clothing could become soiled or damaged. We recommend dressing accordingly.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group

Nature’s Palettes with the Virginia Living Museum

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
City Council Chambers at Poquoson Public Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Nature, Special Interest Club
Age Group:
Children, Elementary

Explore the vibrant world of animals and the colors they inhabit.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Poquoson Public Library
Room: City Council Chambers
Age Group: Children, Elementary
Program Type: Gardening & Nature, Special Interest Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Explore the vibrant world of animals and the colors they inhabit.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adult

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.

Sensory Considerations (Large Crowd & Noise)

Please be aware that this program is expected to have a large number of participants, which may lead to higher noise levels and crowded conditions. This environment could be uncomfortable for individuals with sensory sensitivities.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group

Make it Monday-Shrinky Dinks

Monday, July 28, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room 151 at Poquoson Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Elementary

Every Monday in July, children can enjoy a new hands-on art project during "Make It Monday!" Activities such as bubble painting, Shrinky Dinks, fish printing, and creative drawing turn each week into a colorful adventure.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Poquoson Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 151
Age Group: Children, Elementary
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Every Monday in July, children can enjoy a new hands-on art project during "Make It Monday!" Activities such as bubble painting, Shrinky Dinks, fish printing, and creative drawing turn each week into a colorful adventure.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adult

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 Activities

Please be advised that participants in this program will be working with materials that may be messy, and there is a possibility that clothing could become soiled or damaged. We recommend dressing accordingly.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group

“STEM”gardium Leviosa!

Thursday, July 31, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 151 at Poquoson Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Special Interest Club, STEAM
Age Group:
Children, Elementary

Young witches, wizards, and curious Muggles are invited to explore the wonders of STEM through hands-on experiments inspired by the wizarding world.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Poquoson Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 151
Age Group: Children, Elementary
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Special Interest Club, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Young witches, wizards, and curious Muggles are invited to explore the wonders of STEM through hands-on experiments inspired by the wizarding world.

Disclaimer(s)

Messy Activities

Please be advised that participants in this program will be working with materials that may be messy, and there is a possibility that clothing could become soiled or damaged. We recommend dressing accordingly.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group

Sunbeam Scenes

Monday, August 4, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room 151 at Poquoson Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Elementary

Let your creativity shine as you design a vibrant faux stained-glass masterpiece! Using picture frames and colorful materials, young artists will create bright, beautiful window art that captures the spirit of summer.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Poquoson Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 151
Age Group: Children, Elementary
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Let your creativity shine as you design a vibrant faux stained-glass masterpiece! Using picture frames and colorful materials, young artists will create bright, beautiful window art that captures the spirit of summer.

Disclaimer(s)

Messy Activities

Please be advised that participants in this program will be working with materials that may be messy, and there is a possibility that clothing could become soiled or damaged. We recommend dressing accordingly.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Infant" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Summer Reading Finale Carnival

Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Reading Garden at Poquoson Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Children, Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Teens, Adults, Family

For all ages! "Come one, come all!" Join us for our Summer Reading Challenge Carnival! Celebrate a summer filled with reading and discovery, featuring carnival-style games, fun activities, and prizes for our challenge winners.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Poquoson Public Library
Room: Reading Garden
Age Group: Children, Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Teens, Adults, Family
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

For all ages! "Come one, come all!" Join us for our Summer Reading Challenge Carnival! Celebrate a summer filled with reading and discovery, featuring carnival-style games, fun activities, and prizes for our challenge winners.

Disclaimer(s)

Outdoor Program (Water)

This program will take place outdoors, and participants may be exposed to water, potentially getting their clothing wet. Please dress appropriately for the conditions and consider bringing a towel and a change of clothes.

Sensory Considerations (Large Crowd & Noise)

Please be aware that this program is expected to have a large number of participants, which may lead to higher noise levels and crowded conditions. This environment could be uncomfortable for individuals with sensory sensitivities.

Weather-Related Changes

In the event of inclement weather, the program will be relocated indoors to ensure the safety and comfort of all participants.

Labor Day

All Day
Poquoson Public Library

In observance of the Labor Day holiday, we will be closed on August 31st, 2025. Have a safe holiday!

Closing
Branches:
Poquoson Public Library
Description:

In observance of the Labor Day holiday, we will be closed on August 31st, 2025. Have a safe holiday!

Labor Day

All Day
Poquoson Public Library

In observance of the Labor Day holiday, we will be closed on September 1st, 2025. Have a safe holiday!

Closing
Branches:
Poquoson Public Library
Description:

In observance of the Labor Day holiday, we will be closed on September 1st, 2025. Have a safe holiday!

Election Day

All Day
Poquoson Public Library

In observance of Election Day, the library will be closing on November 4th, we will reopen on November 5th at 10am. 

Closing
Branches:
Poquoson Public Library
Description:

In observance of Election Day, the library will be closing on November 4th, we will reopen on November 5th at 10am. 

Veterans Day

All Day
Poquoson Public Library

In observance of Veterans Day, the library will be closing on November 11th, we will reopen on November 12th at 10am. 

Closing
Branches:
Poquoson Public Library
Description:

In observance of Veterans Day, the library will be closing on November 11th, we will reopen on November 12th at 10am. 

Thanksgiving Holiday

11/26/2025 @ 1:00pm to 11/28/2025 @ 9:00pm
Poquoson Public Library

In observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday, the library will be closing at 1pm on Wednesday, November 26th and we will reopen on November 29th at 10am. 

Closing
Branches:
Poquoson Public Library
Description:

In observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday, the library will be closing at 1pm on Wednesday, November 26th and we will reopen on November 29th at 10am. 

Christmas Holiday

12/24/2025 @ 1:00pm to 12/26/2025 @ 9:00pm
Poquoson Public Library

In observance of the Christmas Holiday, the library will be closing at 1pm on Wednesday, December 24th and we will reopen on December 27th at 10am. 

Closing
Branches:
Poquoson Public Library
Description:

In observance of the Christmas Holiday, the library will be closing at 1pm on Wednesday, December 24th and we will reopen on December 27th at 10am. 

New Year's Holiday

12/31/2025 @ 5:00pm to 01/01/2026 @ 9:00pm
Poquoson Public Library

In observance of the New Year's Holiday, the library will be closing at 5pm on December 31st and reopening on January 2nd at 10am. Happy Holidays!

Closing
Branches:
Poquoson Public Library
Description:

In observance of the New Year's Holiday, the library will be closing at 5pm on December 31st and reopening on January 2nd at 10am. Happy Holidays!