May 2021

• Library of Congress Presents Awards to Two Libraries for their Outstanding Service to Readers with Disabilities
• A family craft demonstration from VB library on Coast Live
• 'Smart pole' provides free wireless connectivity in and around Pungo-Blackwater Library in rural city
  

April 2021

• Local Libraries Offer More Than Just Books: Check Out Telescopes, Board Games, Movies and More!
  
• StoryWalk program in Virginia Beach gives kids an outdoor reading experience
  

March 2021

• Book Review: ‘This is Happiness’ offers breath of life in ordinary Irish town
  
• Virginia Beach libraries to reopen with limited access
  
• VB Public Libraries reopen for limited in-person services
  
• Virginia Beach Public Library program teaches kids how to read while socially distanced
  
• 12 nonprofits receive grants to further talks about race and racism in Hampton Roads
  

February 2021

• Letters for Feb. 7: Library fines hurt some children, hardly help Virginia Beach’s budget.
• Book Review: 'Collateral Damage' explores trauma of war and human depravity

January 2021

• Virginia Beach Public Library offering overdue books to be returned fine free in January.
• Virginia Beach library introduces 'Bring it Back' campaign to cancel customer fines.
• Got overdue books? Some local libraries will waive late fees.
• Book Review: ‘Haben: The Deafblind Woman’ debunks disability stereotypes.
  
• Virginia Beach reinvents Winter Wildlife Festival to encourage safe viewing of nature.
• Winter Wildlife Festival in Virginia Beach Takes Flight for Virtual and Outdoor Fun.
• Virginia Beach Public Libraries Help Take The Tension Out Of Talking.
• Editorial: Eliminate library late fees? It’s an idea worth exploring

December 2020

• Book Review: 'The Terrible Two' a hilarious series for young readers

November 2020

• Book Review: ‘The Blossom and the Firefly’ offers memorable account of WWII
• Virginia Beach libraries plan to offer drone classes
• Virginia Beach Joint-Use Library to reopen to public following coronavirus closures
  
• Virginia Beach adjusts library services due to coronavirus numbers
• VB Public Library moving back to lobby services and drive-thru only
• Virginia Beach libraries return to lobby, drive-up services only beginning November 30
• Virginia Beach libraries adjust services due to Covid resurgence
  

October 2020

• Book Review: 'A Most Beautiful Thing' an uplifting memoir about overcoming obstacles
  
• Fun Halloween crafts on Coast Live
  

September 2020

• Hampton Roads libraries report increased interest in titles about social justice, activism
• Book Review: ‘Educated: A Memoir’ details one woman’s journey to self-discovery

• Several Virginia Beach libraries to reopen for limited services September 17

• 'It's as close to being together as we can get'; Virginia Beach Public Library makes programming virtual

August 2020

• Book Review: ‘At the Wolf’s Table’ a gripping tale of Hitler’s personal taste tester.
  

July 2020

• Book Review: 'Spinning' pulls at heart strings with lessons of self-discovery and perseverance
  
• VB Public Library will begin phased reopening July 20.
  
• Virginia Beach Public Library to reopen five locations.
  
• Literary Notes: Beach libraries, opening doors starting July 20
  
• Five Virginia Beach public libraries reopening with coronavirus regulations.
  
• Five Virginia Beach libraries welcome back visitors after closing for pandemic.
  
• Fun crafts for kids on Coast Live.
  

June 2020

• Slave sale receipt sparks man's long quest in Virginia.
• Book Review: 'Normal People' a reflection of real-life trials.
• Using books as a bridge to race relations with your children.
  
• Notes & Notables: Care for the Stars and Stripes.
• Occupy Your Kids With These Free Virtual Summer Camps.
• Virginia Beach is reopening services and popular gathering spots.

May 2020

• Ping pong tables, pica poles and precious memories: Moving out of our Brambleton Avenue building while preserving the past
• Has COVID-19 affected your reading life? Let us know.
• At-home activities for kids on Coast Live
• Virginia Beach man finds a receipt for the sale of four slaves in 1858. He now wants to find their descendants.
• Book Review: Sholem Aleichem explores religious symbolism, community and family in combined volume
• Adult crafts and activities on Coast Live
• Discovery of slave sale receipt sparks Virginia man's search

April 2020

•  Arts and crafts for kids on Coast Live 
• Book Review: 'Hair Love' promotes confidence and self-acceptance.
  
• Two Libraries In One: When Schools and Public Libraries Share Space, All Users Benefit  
  
• VB libraries use 3D printing to create face shields for first responders during COVID-19 crisis  
  
• Virginia Beach Public Library staff using 3D printers to make much needed PPE for first responders
  
• Virginia Beach libraries 3-D printing essential masks
  
• Virginia Beach libraries put resources to use
  

• Virginia Beach Library launches annual 'Spring into Summer Reading' program early and virtually  

March 2020

• Begin Your Coding and ComputerJourney at Virginia Beach Public Library.
• Rock painting and other free adult craft programs on Coast Live.
  
• Virginia Beach Public Libraries offer free classes on computer basics & coding.
  
• ‘The Paper Bag Princess’ defies stereotypes.
  
• Va. Beach Library offering free digital accounts through closure.
  
• Your Local Library is Falling in Line With Your On-Line Life!
  

February 2020

• ​Learning about African American genealogy from a local expert on Coast Live.​​​
• Book Review: "Dessert for Two" takes the guesswork out of small-batch baking.
• Valentine's Day craft ideas for children and adults on Coast Live.
• ODU offers free health screenings at Oceanfront Library. 
  
• Quilt exhibit showcases another side of art. ​​​
  

January 2020

• Book review: 'I See the Promised Land' explores MLK's message using unique imagery and tone.​
• CBS SEALs show gives Virginia Beach a boost; former radio host books a new home​. 
• Teen focus group will design their vision of the future of Virginia Beach.​
  

December 2019

• ​Book Review: "Slow Stitch" could help you slow down and enjoy the process of sewing​.
• Library offers more than 400 free programs to kick off 2020​
  

November 2019

• ​Virginia Beach urges residents to get involved during Homelessness Awareness Week​
• Book review: Roanhorse's 'Trail of Lightning' weaves together violence and healing​

October 2019

• ​Virginia Beach library celebrates all things Harry Potter​
• Book review: 'Lock Every Door' a fast-paced thriller​​

​September 2019

August 2019

• ​​Renovated Princess Anne Library to reopen just in time for the new school year​
• Princess Anne Area Library to open after 8 months of renovations
• Book review: 'Same But Different' a fictional account of sister, twin brother with autism

July 2019

• Progress report: Library renovations continue to move forward​
• Book review: 'Busy Garden' a colorful tale of the wonders of a garden

June 2019

• ​The 'new and improved' Kempsville Area Library reopens after 6 months of renovations
• Here's a cool way to spend summer, and possibly get free stuff
• This local library will reopen to the public. And here are updates to other libraries being renovated
• Book review: 'Tequila Mockingbird' a literary twist on boozy beverages
• Virginia Beach students get "immediate access" to library books online
• Virginia Beach schools, officials celebrate all students receiving public library accounts
• As Virginia Beach libraries celebrate 60th year, officials envision the library of the future

May 2019

• Book review: 'The Secret Lives of Color' explores 75 hues​

April 2019

• This is much better than the Batmobile, and it just got money
• Virginia Beach Public Library program teaches children computer coding skills with toys
• April Foolswatch 2019
• Mary Lovell Swetnam Awarded HS Genealogy / History Achievement Award sponsored by ProQuest
• Waterside District, Virginia Beach Public Library and others prank social media followers

March 2019

• Bento 101 teaches fun, healthy eating, on the go
• Virginia Beach fifth-graders celebrate reading with Battle of the Books competition
• Chicks hatching at Virginia Beach's Great Neck Area Library
• These new library programs teach coding skills using an unlikely medium
• Virginia Beach Libraries are no longer collecting these

February 2019

• Invention museum at Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library educates, inspires children
• Virginia Beach volunteer makes tax season a breeze
• Audience: NEA Big Read
• Retirees reminisce, make Valentine's cards for patients at Hampton VA

January 2019

• Virginia Beach public libraries undergoing renovations
• Princess Anne library in Virginia Beach closing — but programming will go on
• Virginia Beach library closing for renovations

November 2018

• With Virginia Beach library renovations come closures, city says
• Tips on holiday budgeting, meals, decorating, gift-giving and more
• With your Virginia Beach library card comes free access to ancestry.com and genealogy resources
• Attention artists: Here's a shot at getting your work displayed for all to see

October 2018

• Narcan could be coming to local libraries, YMCAs in Hampton Roads
• This event will have science and play together

September 2018

• Drag queen story time wraps up summer series at Virginia Beach public library this weekend
• One more thing to do with your library card: Look at the stars
• View the stars with a library card
• View the stars with your Virginia Beach Public Library card
• Attention, stargazers: Telescopes now available for check out at Virginia Beach libraries

August 2018

• Meet the 23-year-old artist behind one Virginia Beach's newest outdoor sculptures
• Noted author and adventurer to speak Monday at Central Library
• Review: First day of school? This book may help young readers.
• LOVE is coming to Virginia Beach

July 2018

• VB411 - July 27, 2018
• CORRECTING THE RECORD: Libraries haven't kept pace with the digital age.
• Drag queen reads to kids in new Virginia Beach library program
• Virginia Beach voter registration event helps people with disabilities
• Virginia Beach library hosts free summer programs for teens, adults and seniors
• A new administrator for Virginia Beach libraries is busy touring city's 10 branches

June 2018

• Katie Cerqua on News Channel 3
• Katie Cerqua on Coast Live
• Katie Cerqua on The Hampton Roads Show
• "Pawsitive Reading" encourages kids to read aloud
• Summer Reading Challenge starts Monday. Here's how you can win prizes by reading
• Virginia Beach Public Library hosts 'Summer Reading Challenge'
• The Senior Source: Episode One

May 2018

• Central Library's Virginia Beach Sun archive goes back to 1935 on microfilm, in bound editions and single paper copies; the Sun dates back to 1926
• It's been 15 years since Virginia Beach had a city sticker, but you still have to pay your car tax
• Questions about the law? This resource in Virginia Beach can help
• Central Library one of 50 nationwide hosting Great American Read, WHRO leading local panel discussion
• Virginia Beach Library to host 'The Great American Read'
• Need a good book or two? You might want to consider this sale
• Virginia Beach group meets regularly to discuss Ben Franklin's 13 virtues
• Virginia Beach native uses library background as city's chief strategy officer

April 2018

• Local public libraries to celebrate first class of graduates to receive diploma through online program
• Check out these upgrades at the Virginia Beach Public Library
• Va. Beach Public Library looking for teen volunteers to mentor kids
• Give your kids a taste of opera – served a sugary spoonful – Friday in Virginia Beach

March 2018

• 2018 Battle of the Books Finale
• One writer's tour of the Creeds area of Virginia Beach
• Watch out for The Decrypters. They're one of 100 teams competing in Virginia Beach's "Battle of the Books."
• Pursuit of Purpose - Biscuits for Peyton

February 2018

• Book review: "Finding Family" is surprisingly interesting story on a man's search for his birth-parents
• Need help preparing your taxes? Here's how to get it for free in Virginia Beach.
• "It's a fun instrument": Ukulele lessons held at Virginia Beach library

January 2018

• Audience: Randolph Collection
• "Lovestruck Librarians": Author Olivia Dade bringing her romance and humor to Virginia Beach on Feb. 3
• Seed Library packets available through Master Gardeners program
• You may not know what "Playaway View" and "Osmo" are, but your kids do. And they're now in Virginia Beach libraries.
• Book Review: "Chasing Space" describes Virginia resident's journey from the NFL to NASA's astronaut program