Storytimes near Chesterfield Public Library

North Courthouse Road Library, Community Room

Babies will play, explore and interact with their caregivers as they develop building blocks for reading. Ages 0-2 and their caregivers. Registration begins three days before each program. Eighty percent of brain development happens between ages 0-3, and Baby Story Time is a great way to engage your baby during this crucial time of learning. Adult caregivers are actively involved in this lapsit story time that provides opportunities for bonding, movement and language development. Please register each person attending.

Clover Hill Library, Community Room

Is your child starting kindergarten this year? Join us for a fun info session about how to support your child during this exciting transition. Learn more about our upcoming Kindergarten Readiness Story Times and learn ways to help your soon-to-be kindergartener. Registration begins June 25.

LaPrade Library, Makerspace

Visit LaPrade Library and use 3D printers, a Silhouette Cameo, sewing machines and much more! No registration required. Ages 13 and under must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Our makerspace is a collaborative environment designed for individuals to work on a wide range of projects. Whether you are interested in 3D printing a phone stand, assembling a quilt, or using a sewing machine to fix a hole in your favorite shirt, our space is the perfect place to make your ideas come to life. Ages 13 and under must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Ettrick-Matoaca Library, Community Room

Babies will play, explore and interact with their caregivers as they develop building blocks for reading. Ages 0-2 and their caregivers. Registration begins one week before each program. Eighty percent of brain development happens between ages 0-3, and Baby Story Time is a great way to engage your baby during this crucial time of learning. Adult caregivers are actively involved in this lapsit story time that provides opportunities for bonding, movement and language development. Please register only the child attending.

Perkinson Center for the Arts and Education, Multipurpose Education Center

Older pre-readers will enjoy stories, songs and creative play as they develop skills to get ready to learn to read. Ages 3-5 and their caregivers. Registration begins one week before each program. Ninety percent of brain development happens between the ages of 0-5. Pre-K Story Time is developed by trained staff to help your child learn valuable social-emotional and language skills, including learning new vocabulary, making connections between words and sounds, developing fine and gross motor skills, and practicing interacting with others. Adult caregivers will actively participate with their children. Please register everyone who will be attending, including adults.

Midlothian Library, Activity Room

Toddlers will enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and movement as they build early literacy skills. Ages 2-3 and their caregivers. Eighty percent of brain development happens between ages 0-3, and Toddler Story Time provides rich opportunities to learn during this crucial time. During this story time developed by trained staff, toddlers will build language skills to help them get ready to learn to read and social-emotional skills to help them interact with others. Adult caregivers will actively participate with their toddlers. Please register ONLY the child attending.

North Courthouse Road Library, Community Room

Babies will play, explore and interact with their caregivers as they develop building blocks for reading. Ages 0-2 and their caregivers. Registration begins three days before each program. Eighty percent of brain development happens between ages 0-3, and Baby Story Time is a great way to engage your baby during this crucial time of learning. Adult caregivers are actively involved in this lapsit story time that provides opportunities for bonding, movement and language development. Please register each person attending.

North Courthouse Road Library, Community Room

Come talk about your favorite books with other mystery book lovers! Each month will focus on a different subgenre. See below for details. No registration required. Choose your own book within the monthly subgenre of mystery. Then come share with the group or just come to listen and get some great ideas for your next mystery read! For July - Paranormal Mystery: Mysteries where supernatural or fantasy elements play a major role. For August - Spy thriller: Involves espionage, action, international settings, and political intrigue. For September - Old Favorite: Re-read an old favorite mystery book. For October - Private Investigators: The main character is a professional private investigator who solves crimes for clients. For November - New Mystery: Published from 2024 to 2026. For December - Missing person: Mystery novel that focuses on a missing-person case.

LaPrade Library, Community Room

Already know the basics of Mahjong and looking for a place to play? Bring your skills and meet fellow enthusiasts. Registration begins two weeks before the program. Already know the basics of Mahjong and looking for a place to play? Join us for our Monthly Mahjong Meetup, a relaxed, social gathering for players with some experience. Bring your skills, meet fellow enthusiasts, and enjoy open play. We'll provide the Mahjong sets, tables, and space. You bring the strategy and good company! No instruction will be provided, but light guidance is available if needed.

Central Library, Makerspace

Visit Central Library and use 3D printers, the GlowForge, a Silhouette Cameo, sewing machines and much more! No registration required. Our makerspace is a collaborative environment designed for individuals to work on a wide range of projects. Whether you are interested in 3D printing a phone stand, laser cutting parts for jewelry, assembling a quilt, or using a sewing machine to fix a hole in your favorite shirt, our space is the perfect place to make your ideas come to life. Attendees must be older than 14 or be supervised by a parent or guardian. The Makerspace is also available by appointment through our Your Personal Librarian service (library.chesterfield.gov/YPL).

North Courthouse Road Library, Community Room

Join us at the North Courthouse Library for bilingual story time and practice Spanish and English. ¡Ven a la biblioteca de North Courthouse para cuentos bilingües y practicar inglés y español! Practica Español e Inglés con cuentos, canciones y diversión. Todos son bienvenidos. Edades 3-6 con un adulto. Practice Spanish and English with stories, nursery rhymes, and lots of fun! All are welcome. Ages 2-6 with an adult.

LaPrade Library, Makerspace

Collaborative workshopping. Learn to draw and write your own stories! Attendees will work with library staff to learn how to draw and write their own stories from the very basics. We can also help you develop and grow your existing projects!

Clover Hill Library, Community Room

Put pencil to paper and let your imagination soar! Come hang out and draw with other creative kids in a fun, relaxed environment. For ages 8-12. Registration begins two weeks before each program. Drawing prompts and games will be available to participant in. Materials are provided, but feel free to bring any favorite art supplies with you!

Midlothian Library, Community Room

Foster learning in a fun, low-pressure setting. Drop-in to play literacy-themed games with trained volunteers. Parents and caregivers must remain in the library during the program. Grades K-5.

Meadowdale Library

Reading Buddy volunteers work one on one with students to support and strengthen their reading/literacy skills. No registration necessary. For children in grades K-5. Students will practice reading out loud, listen to reading, and receive encouragement to increase literacy confidence and skills. Drop-in sessions are on a first-come first-served basis. Caregivers must remain in library during session. Apoyo individual en lectura en inglés para estudiantes en grados K-5. Este programa de ayuda de lectura estará disponible los Jueves. No es necesario registrarse ni venir a todas las sesiones. Las sesiones son por orden de llegada. Los padres y encargados de los niño(a)s deben permanecer en la biblioteca durante la sesión.

Bon Air Library, Community Room

Explore the women of the American Revolution, organizers, writers, and soldiers who shaped the fight for independence, from Martha Washington and Abigail Adams to Sybil Ludington and Deborah Sampson. Introducing the Petticoat Patriots of the Revolution, including the "Daughters of Liberty" and future "Lady Presidents" Martha Washington, and Abigail Adams. We will also meet Mrs. Adams' friend Mercy Warren, as well as Esther Reed, a Philadelphia socialite. Then we will marvel over the courageous midnight-riders: Susanna Bolling of VA, Betsy Dowdy of NC, and Sybil Ludington of CT. Lastly, we will explore the soldiers, Deborah Sampson of MA and "Molly Pitcher" of NJ.

North Courthouse Road Library, Community Room

Learn beginning hip hop dance with veteran instructor, Jasmine. No experience necessary. Registration opens June 25.

Clover Hill Library, Community Room

This six-week story time series helps kids entering kindergarten develop social-emotional skills. For ages 4-6. Registration begins one week before each program. Looking to ease your child’s transition into kindergarten? Join us for a special story time series focused on exploring and developing social emotional skills. These skills include self-acceptance, emotions, kindness, cooperation, mindfulness, and growth mindset. Please register everyone attending, including adults.

North Courthouse Road Library, Community Room

Indulge in a relaxed and inviting atmosphere at the North Courthouse Road Parent Cafe. Savor a fresh cup of coffee and make some new friends while your child colors and plays with toys.

LaPrade Library, Makerspace

Visit LaPrade Library and use 3D printers, a Silhouette Cameo, sewing machines and much more! No registration required. Ages 13 and under must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Our makerspace is a collaborative environment designed for individuals to work on a wide range of projects. Whether you are interested in 3D printing a phone stand, assembling a quilt, or using a sewing machine to fix a hole in your favorite shirt, our space is the perfect place to make your ideas come to life. Ages 13 and under must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Midlothian Library, Activity Room

Older pre-readers will enjoy stories, songs and creative play as they develop skills to get ready to learn to read. Ages 3-5 and their caregivers. Ninety percent of brain development happens between the ages of 0-5. Pre-K Story Time is developed by trained staff to help your child learn valuable social-emotional and language skills, including learning new vocabulary, making connections between words and sounds, developing fine and gross motor skills, and practicing interacting with others. Adult caregivers will actively participate with their children. Please register ONLY the child attending.

Clover Hill Library, Community Room

Toddlers and preschoolers will shake, rattle and roll their way to mastering early literacy skills. Ages 2-5 and their caregivers. Registration begins three days before each program. Please register everyone who will be attending, including adults.

Meadowdale Library, Community Room

Paint a mini plaster dinosaur and use air-dry clay to make dino eggs or fossils. All materials provided. After completing their project, participants are invited to explore the Library's Dino Garden.

Midlothian Library, Community Room

Toddlers and preschoolers will shake, rattle and roll their way to mastering early literacy skills. Ages 2-5 and their caregivers. Registration begins three days before each program. Please register only the child attending.

Bon Air Library, Community Room

Older pre-readers will enjoy stories, songs and creative play as they develop skills to get ready to learn to read. Ages 3-5 and their caregivers. Registration begins three days before each program. Ninety percent of brain development happens between the ages of 0-5. Pre-K Story Time is developed by trained staff to help your child learn valuable social-emotional and language skills, including learning new vocabulary, making connections between words and sounds, developing fine and gross motor skills, and practicing interacting with others. Adult caregivers will actively participate with their children. Please register everyone who will be attending, including adults.

Midlothian Library, Community Room

Explore science, history and social studies by discussing books from Mary Pope Osborne's popular Magic Tree House series. See long description for more information. Explore the realms of imagination in our Magic Tree House Book Club! This unique experience, designed for 7-11 year-olds combines reading, crafts, and activities. This session features Merlin Missions #23: High Time for Heroes.

Meadowdale Library, Community Room

Get ready for a fun and friendly competition at our Tabletop Soccer Tournament! Play the exciting flick tabletop game with rounds of trivia. Top two players will face off in the championship match! Ages 10 +

North Courthouse Road Library, Community Room

Do you want to research your family history but don't know how to get started? Learn how to conduct, verify and organize your genealogical research using databases and free online tools.

LaPrade Library, Community Room

Celebrate summer with RVA Square! Learn classic square-dancing forms as we celebrate the height of summer. Celebrate summer with RVA Square! Learn classic square-dancing forms as we celebrate the height of summer. No partner required, we'll be dancing as a group!

Central Library, Makerspace,Performance Space

Using leaves and flowers, create nature-inspired imprints with clay.