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Paws to Read

5:30pm–5:45pm
Children
Special Interest Club
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on September 9, 2025 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Poquoson Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 151
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Special Interest Club
Registration Required

Pre-K through 5th graders who are reading on their own are invited to practice their literacy skills by reading to a trained therapy dog. Reading times are in 15 minute increments. 

This event is in the "Children" group

Paws to Read

5:45pm–6:00pm
Children
Special Interest Club
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on September 9, 2025 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Poquoson Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 151
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Special Interest Club
Registration Required

Pre-K through 5th graders who are reading on their own are invited to practice their literacy skills by reading to a trained therapy dog. Reading times are in 15 minute increments. 

This event is in the "Preschool" group

Toddler Tales

10:00am–10:30am
Preschool
Storytime
Register
Registration Required
Registration will close on October 15, 2025 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Poquoson Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 151
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required

Ages 2-3 years with caregiver/parent. We will share play and read books, nursery rhymes, & songs to enhance early literacy and motor skills. 

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.

This event is in the "Preschool" group

Toddler Tales

11:00am–11:30am
Preschool
Storytime
Waitlist
Registration Required
Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist.
Library Branch: Poquoson Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 151
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required

Ages 2-3 years with caregiver/parent. We will share play and read books, nursery rhymes, & songs to enhance early literacy and motor skills. 

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.

Randy Pine

7:00pm–8:45pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Poquoson Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 151
Purpose of Meeting OR What should we know prior to your appointment?

Friends of the Library Author Talk

This event is in the "Infant" group

Music & Movement

10:15am–11:00am
Infant
Storytime
Waitlist
Registration Required
Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist.
Library Branch: Poquoson Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 151
Age Group: Infant
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required

Ages 16-23 months with caregiver/parent. A program for toddlers to gain some motor skills while having fun! In this program we will introduce your little ones to various musical instruments and let them play and dance along with music! This will be a great way to develop gross and fine motor skills and tune musical ears. 

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.

This event is in the "Infant" group

Babygarten

10:00am–10:30am
Infant
Storytime
Register
Registration Required
Registration will close on October 14, 2025 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Poquoson Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 151
Age Group: Infant
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required

Ages 0-15 months with caregiver/parents. We will share books, nursery rhymes and songs that you can duplicate at home to develop early literacy and motor skills. Playtime to follow.

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

The Spine Collection: A Spooky Mixed Media Art Night

6:30pm–8:30pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts
Full
Registration Required
Registration is closed because the event is full.
Library Branch: Poquoson Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 151
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a creative and eerie craft session. In this hands-on workshop, participants will transform old book spines, paint, and printed images into hauntingly beautiful cityscapes on canvas.

This event is in the "Preschool" group

Toddler Tales

10:00am–10:30am
Preschool
Storytime
Register
Registration Required
Registration will close on October 15, 2025 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Poquoson Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 151
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required

Ages 2-3 years with caregiver/parent. We will share play and read books, nursery rhymes, & songs to enhance early literacy and motor skills. 

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.

This event is in the "Preschool" group

Toddler Tales

11:00am–11:30am
Preschool
Storytime
Waitlist
Registration Required
Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist.
Library Branch: Poquoson Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 151
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required

Ages 2-3 years with caregiver/parent. We will share play and read books, nursery rhymes, & songs to enhance early literacy and motor skills. 

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.

This event is in the "Preschool" group

Once Upon a STEAM-Batty for Bats!

2:00pm–2:30pm
Preschool
Arts & Crafts, STEAM
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on September 17, 2025 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Poquoson Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 151
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM
Registration Required

Join us for early learning fun with a focus on STEAM elements as we explore picture books and create hands-on book-based art, science, and math activities for your preschooler. Separate registration is required for each date. 

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 "Family" group

Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale

10/03/2025 @ 9:00am–10/05/2025 @ 4:00pm
Family
Special Interest Club
Library Branch: Poquoson Public Library
Room: Passive Programming
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Special Interest Club
Event Details:

Poquoson Public Library's Friends of the Library present the annual Fall Book Sale! 

A wide selection of books, CD's, DVD's, puzzles, games and more available.

 

This event is in the "Infant" group

Music & Movement

10:15am–11:00am
Infant
Storytime
Waitlist
Registration Required
Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist.
Library Branch: Poquoson Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 151
Age Group: Infant
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required

Ages 16-23 months with caregiver/parent. A program for toddlers to gain some motor skills while having fun! In this program we will introduce your little ones to various musical instruments and let them play and dance along with music! This will be a great way to develop gross and fine motor skills and tune musical ears. 

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.

This event is in the "Infant" group

Babygarten

10:00am–10:30am
Infant
Storytime
Register
Registration Required
Registration will close on October 14, 2025 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Poquoson Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 151
Age Group: Infant
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required

Ages 0-15 months with caregiver/parents. We will share books, nursery rhymes and songs that you can duplicate at home to develop early literacy and motor skills. Playtime to follow.

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.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Cozy Crochet Club

6:30pm–8:00pm
Teens, Adults, Family
Arts & Crafts
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on September 23, 2025 @ 6:30pm.
Library Branch: Poquoson Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 151
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Whether you are an experienced crocheter or are just starting out, this group provides a warm and inclusive environment where you can share our passion for crocheting, learn new techniques, and connect with crochet enthusiasts of all ages.

This event is in the "Preschool" group

Toddler Tales

10:00am–10:30am
Preschool
Storytime
Register
Registration Required
Registration will close on October 15, 2025 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Poquoson Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 151
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required

Ages 2-3 years with caregiver/parent. We will share play and read books, nursery rhymes, & songs to enhance early literacy and motor skills. 

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.

This event is in the "Preschool" group

Toddler Tales

11:00am–11:30am
Preschool
Storytime
Waitlist
Registration Required
Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist.
Library Branch: Poquoson Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 151
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required

Ages 2-3 years with caregiver/parent. We will share play and read books, nursery rhymes, & songs to enhance early literacy and motor skills. 

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.

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Teen Advisory Board’s ‘Share the Warmth’ Hats, Gloves, and Socks Drive

10/13/2025 @ 10:00am–11/03/2025 @ 9:00pm
Children, Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Teens, Adults, Family
Special Interest Club
Library Branch: Poquoson Public Library
Room: Passive Programming
Age Group: Children, Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Teens, Adults, Family
Program Type: Special Interest Club
Event Details:

Frigid weather brings hardship for many local families in need of winter clothing. Please help the library’s Teen Advisory Board confront the cold by donating new hats, gloves, and socks in all sizes to the Share the Warmth Drive.

This event is in the "Infant" group

Music & Movement

10:15am–11:00am
Infant
Storytime
Waitlist
Registration Required
Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist.
Library Branch: Poquoson Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 151
Age Group: Infant
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required

Ages 16-23 months with caregiver/parent. A program for toddlers to gain some motor skills while having fun! In this program we will introduce your little ones to various musical instruments and let them play and dance along with music! This will be a great way to develop gross and fine motor skills and tune musical ears. 

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.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Advisory Board

5:00pm–6:00pm
Teens
Special Interest Club
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on September 29, 2025 @ 5:00pm.
Library Branch: Poquoson Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 151
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Special Interest Club
Registration Required

Calling all 6th-12th graders! The Teen Advisory Board needs you to share your ideas and abilities to make our library and the community a better place. Have fun and use your talents to make a difference as you add terrific community service experience to your resume. 

This event is in the "Infant" group

Babygarten

10:00am–10:30am
Infant
Storytime
Register
Registration Required
Registration will close on October 14, 2025 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Poquoson Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 151
Age Group: Infant
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required

Ages 0-15 months with caregiver/parents. We will share books, nursery rhymes and songs that you can duplicate at home to develop early literacy and motor skills. Playtime to follow.

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.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Infant" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group

Free Vision Screening

2:00pm–5:00pm
Children, Infant, Preschool
Health & Wellness
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on September 30, 2025 @ 2:00pm.
Library Branch: Poquoson Public Library
Room: Small Study Room 166
Age Group: Children, Infant, Preschool
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

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. 

Select Dates: 2-5 pm

 

 

Town Villas South HOA

6:30pm–8:45pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Poquoson Public Library
Room: Large Study Room 167
Purpose of Meeting OR What should we know prior to your appointment?

Monthly Board Meeting 

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Bats

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults, Family
Gardening & Nature
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on September 14, 2025 @ 8:12am.
Library Branch: Poquoson Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 151
Age Group: Adults, Family
Program Type: Gardening & Nature
Registration Required
Event Details:

Did you know there are 17 recorded species of Bats here in Virginia? Bats are great neighbors to have around the house. One little brown bat has been documented eating upwards of 600 mosquitoes in one hour!