
Kids
VBPL creates welcoming spaces, engaging programs and diverse collections for children of all ages.
All Virginia Beach Public Libraries, except those serving as designated cooling centers, will be closed on Friday, July 3, and Saturday, July 4, in observance of the Independence Day holiday. Please view the City's Independence Day operating schedule for more information.
Learn MoreDue to forecasted temperatures, two Virginia Beach Public Library branches will open as cooling centers from noon to 5 p.m., July 3-5. The Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library, 4100 Virginia Beach Blvd. and the Princess Anne Area Library, 1444 Nimmo Parkway, will serve as cooling centers for residents and visitors. Only the lobby, restrooms and meeting rooms will be open at the Central Library; all other spaces and services will be closed. The entire building and library services will be open at the Princess Anne Area Library.
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VBPL creates welcoming spaces, engaging programs and diverse collections for children of all ages.
For readers in grades K-5, VBPL offers one-on-one assistance with a youth librarian at Bayside Area Library, Central Library, Great Neck Area Library, Kempsville Area Library, Princess Anne Area Library, and the Joint-Use Library. Young readers can:
If you’d like to schedule a time, please call 757-385-0150 or email Library@vbgov.com.

Compete in our popular book trivia challenge, read great books and have fun.
Our staff bring library services to Virginia Beach organizations such as preschools, retirement and senior communities, schools, businesses, and other gathering places.
VBPL offers age-specific storytime programs for children 6 months to 5 years old.
Find resources for a school assignment, help with a book report and more!
In accordance with the City of Virginia Beach’s Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability Policy, customers may request reasonable accommodation for programs. Requests must be made directly to the branch manager at the time of program registration, but no later than 48 hours before a scheduled event. View our Accessible Resources and Services page for additional information.