News Feature Stories Special Services Offer Programs and Materials Through the Pandemic Bayside and Special Services staff provide much-needed connection with outside world to customers with disabilities Library Creates Activity Kits Library creates activity kits for residents with limited online access VBPL Brings Storytime to You Staff use digital platforms to continue interacting with young customers Let's Talk: English Conversation Club Group builds connections and confidence among non-native speakers Meet VBPL's New Disability Services Librarian Kaitlyn Hodges will raise awareness about library resources Living Room Conversations Libraries foster civil discussions about hot topics Seeing Beyond Library group provides enrichment and fun for people with visual disabilities Harry Potter Lock-In Young readers celebrate magical book characters during wickedly fun event Preschoolers Climb Aboard the Bookmobile for Storytime Fun Outreach program encourages early childhood literacy Project Complete: Teen Assembles 3-D Printer at Kempsville Library Volunteer builds hardware for future teen programming Princess Anne Re-opening Library Customers return to their favorite reading spot Library Volunteers Win Award The Teen Advisory Group at Join-Use Library was recognized by the mayor and by the cit's Office of Volunteer Resources. Page ContentArticles and SegmentsDecember 2020Book Review: 'The Terrible Two' a hilarious series for young readersNovember 2020Book Review: ‘The Blossom and the Firefly’ offers memorable account of WWIIVirginia Beach libraries plan to offer drone classesVirginia Beach Joint-Use Library to reopen to public following coronavirus closuresVirginia Beach adjusts library services due to coronavirus numbersVB Public Library moving back to lobby services and drive-thru onlyVirginia Beach libraries return to lobby, drive-up services only beginning November 30Virginia Beach libraries adjust services due to Covid resurgenceOctober 2020Book Review: 'A Most Beautiful Thing' an uplifting memoir about overcoming obstaclesFun Halloween crafts on Coast LiveSeptember 2020Hampton Roads libraries report increased interest in titles about social justice, activismBook Review: ‘Educated: A Memoir’ details one woman’s journey to self-discoverySeveral 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 virtualAugust 2020Book Review: ‘At the Wolf’s Table’ a gripping tale of Hitler’s personal taste tester.For previous coverage, visit the news archive. Contact InformationChristine Brantley(757) 385-4354; (757) 334-3319cbrantle@vbgov.com Public Libraries News Library Launches “Stork Storytime” for Expecting ParentsFriday, January 15, 2021Have an Overdue Library Book? "Bring it Back" in January and Start the Year Fine FreeMonday, January 04, 2021Pungo-Blackwater Library to Reopen Jan. 4 for Lobby Service; Adds Smart Pole to Increase Wireless ConnectivityTuesday, December 29, 2020Virginia Beach Public Library Moves to Lobby and Drive-Up Services Only, Effective Monday, Nov. 30Wednesday, November 25, 2020 View More News Releases