Programs and Classes

The Virginia Beach Public Library serves as a hub of knowledge, growth and connection for adults who are looking to expand their literary horizons.

Events Calendar

Jobs, Careers & Small Business

The Library serves as a hub of professional development and entrepreneurial support in our community, offering resume-building workshops and business planning guides.

Jobs, Careers & Small Business

Local History and Genealogy

The Edgar T. Brown Local History Archive (ETBA) is Virginia Beach Public Library’s (VBPL) community archive serving the City of Virginia Beach and the Hampton Roads area.

Local History and Genealogy

Wahab Public Law Library

Wahab Public Law Library ensures free access to information about the law, facilitating reference and research for the public, law professionals, government agency employees, and students.

Wahab Public Law Library

Volunteer

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​The Virginia Beach Public Library is committed to providing people of all ages with the opportunities, programs, information and materials to help them meet lifelong learning, cultural and recreational goals.

Volunteer Resources

VBthrive Resource Center at Central Library

Built on the same partnerships and processes as VBrelief, VBthrive will take the program a step further, shifting toward long-term results by providing in-depth coaching to guide individuals and families as they seek to advance their goals and position themselves toward an even brighter future.

VBthrive Resource Center at Central Library

Gaming

​​​​Virginia Beach Public Library provides a variety of opportunities for tabletop gameplay. Board games can challenge your brain as you learn a new game or keep you sharp by testing your skills and forcing you to think strategically and creatively. Try your hand at one of our gaming events.

Tabletop Gaming

The 1st Saturday of each month from 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. Me​yera E. Oberndorf Central Library​​ opens the doors for adults to play tabletop board games. The library has a collection of games available to try and the Tidewater Area Gaming Society also brings games and offers instruction. Attendees are welcome to bring games to share.


In accordance with the City of Virginia Beach’s Non-Discrimination 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.