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 SegmentsMarch 2021Book Review: ‘This is Happiness’ offers breath of life in ordinary Irish townVirginia Beach libraries to reopen with limited accessVB Public Libraries reopen for limited in-person servicesVirginia Beach Public Library program teaches kids how to read while socially distanced12 nonprofits receive grants to further talks about race and racism in Hampton RoadsFebruary 2021Letters for Feb. 7: Library fines hurt some children, hardly help Virginia Beach’s budget.Book Review: 'Collateral Damage' explores trauma of war and human depravityJanuary 2021Virginia 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 exploringDecember 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 resurgenceFor previous coverage, visit the news archive. Contact InformationChristine Brantley(757) 385-4354; (757) 334-3319cbrantle@vbgov.com Public Libraries News StoryWalks® Provide Families a Fun Path for Reading, Exploring TogetherWednesday, March 31, 2021Libraries to Reopen for Limited In-Person Services on March 15, 2021Monday, March 08, 2021Library Hosts Virtual Event for People with Low Vision, Blindness, or Inability to Read or Hold Print MaterialsTuesday, March 02, 2021Windsor Woods Area Library to Close for Renovation on Monday, Jan. 25Thursday, January 21, 2021 View More News Releases