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Morning to Mourning: 19th Century Mourning Practices

Monday, June 9, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Age Group:

Adults, Family
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Library Branch: Poquoson Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 151
Age Group: Adults, Family
Program Type: Local History
Registration Required
Event Details:

How did changes in Victorian-era social etiquette affect the ways in which we mourn our dead? What customs changed from the past and which do we still honor today and why? 

 

Poquoson Historical Commission Lecture Series

Poquoson Cemeteries and Burying Grounds

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Age Group:

Adults
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Library Branch: Poquoson Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 151
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Local History
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join local historian Teresa Roundy of the Poquoson Historical Commission in a discussion of local cemeteries and their presence in the community that cares for them.

 

 

Changing Funeral Practices

Changing 20th century funeral practices

Saturday, June 14, 2025 at 1:30pm - 4:00pm

Age Group:

Adults
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Library Branch: Poquoson Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 151
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Local History
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us and Poquoson Historical Society member Caroline, as we discuss the evolution of 20th century funeral practices 

The Evolution of Chesapeake Bay Workboats

From the Dugout Canoe to the Carolina Skiff: The Evolution of Chesapeake Bay Workboats

Saturday, July 26, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Age Group:

Adults, Family
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Library Branch: Poquoson Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 151
Age Group: Adults, Family
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate Virginia's official state boat, the Chesapeake Deadrise with Dr. Paul Ewell of the Mariner's Museum and Park!

 

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Teen Advisory Board

5:00pm–6:00pm
Teens
Special Interest Club
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Registration Required
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. 

Juneteenth

All Day
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!

Animal Friends with the Virginia Living Museum

2:00pm–3:00pm
Preschool
Gardening & Nature, Special Interest Club
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Poquoson Public Library
Room: City Council Chambers
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Gardening & Nature, Special Interest Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

For all ages! Get up close with some incredible animal ambassadors from the Virginia Living Museum. Discover what makes each animal unique, hear their personal stories, and learn how we can help protect their wild relatives. 

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
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!

Teen Advisory Board

5:00pm–6:00pm
Teens
Special Interest Club
Upcoming
Registration Required
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. 

Write On!

6:30pm–7:30pm
Children, Elementary
Special Interest Club
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.

Nature’s Palettes with the Virginia Living Museum

11:00am–12:00pm
Children, Elementary
Gardening & Nature, Special Interest Club
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.

“STEM”gardium Leviosa!

6:30pm–7:30pm
Children, Elementary
Arts & Crafts, Special Interest Club, STEAM
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.

Teen Advisory Board

5:00pm–6:00pm
Teens
Special Interest Club
Library Branch: Poquoson Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 151
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Special Interest Club

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. 

Labor Day

All Day
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
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!

Teen Advisory Board

5:00pm–6:00pm
Teens
Special Interest Club
Library Branch: Poquoson Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 151
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Special Interest Club

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. 

Teen Advisory Board

5:00pm–6:00pm
Teens
Special Interest Club
Library Branch: Poquoson Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 151
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Special Interest Club

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. 

Election Day

All Day
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. 

Teen Advisory Board

5:00pm–6:00pm
Teens
Special Interest Club
Library Branch: Poquoson Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 151
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Special Interest Club

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. 

Veterans Day

All Day
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–11/28/2025 @ 9:00pm
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. 

Teen Advisory Board

5:00pm–6:00pm
Teens
Special Interest Club
Library Branch: Poquoson Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 151
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Special Interest Club

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. 

Christmas Holiday

12/24/2025 @ 1:00pm–12/26/2025 @ 9:00pm
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–01/01/2026 @ 9:00pm
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!