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Image of Director of Libraries Sonal Rastogi, wearing a blue blouse and sitting in front of a plant.

From the Director's Chair...

As the leaves begin to change and a refreshing chill fills the air, we invite you to embrace the season by exploring our programs at the Library! Whether you're in the mood for a spoken word performance, essential life skills training, or a creative paint night, we've got something for everyone to enjoy. Don't forget to check out our recommended "Cozy Fall Reads" down below! Sonal Rastogi
Photo of Langston Hughes posing in front of a red background.

Soul of Langston

Select dates

Arts for Learning Virginia will lead participants in interactive workshops to explore poet Langston Hughes’s impact on literature, culture and social justice. Register for workshops at norfolk.libcal.com.
Black and white photo of author Roze Worrell.

Author Chat & Paint

Tuesday, Nov. 18 from 3-5 p.m.

Join local author Roze Worrell at Blyden Branch to identify your own life symbols. Then, commemorate the occasion by customizing glass tumblers. Registration opens at 3 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 21.
Orange and white poster for Norfolk Fire-Rescue events at Mary D. Pretlow Anchor Branch. Includes dates for opioid awareness, stop the bleed, fall prevention, and CPR classes. Silhouette of a firefighter in the background. Contact details provided.
Glow in the Dark Sip-N-Paint event poster in neon colors. Date: October 29, 4-5:30 p.m. at Little Creek Branch. Address: 7853 Tarpon Place.

What's happening!

Write Now!

Oct. 28, Nov. 25 & Dec. 30 from 5-7 p.m.

Work with The Downtown Branch at Slover and The Muse Writers Center to hone your writing skills! Email bryndis.rubin@norfolk.gov to register and receive the Microsoft Teams link. *This program is held online*

Advanced Genealogy 200

Saturday, Oct. 18 from 2 - 4 p.m.

Visit our Sargeant Memorial Collection to learn tips and strategies to overcome common stumbling blocks faced by genealogists. Contact 757-431-7429 or email localhistory@norfolk.gov to register.  Limited to 25 participants.

Book Recommendations
"Cozy Fall Reads" flyer with autumn leaves border. Features book covers and suggests library catalog for seasonal reading recommendations.

Community Outreach

Where We're Going in October!
Outdoor community event with four women at an information booth. They discuss papers on a purple and white table, surrounded by brochures and snacks.

Arbor Day Festival: Saturday, Oct. 11 from 9:45 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Lafayette Park.

Silent Read & Ride the Tide: Saturday, Oct. 18 from 10-10:30 a.m. at the Newtown Road Tide Station.

Masquerade in Ghent: Friday, Oct. 24 from 6-10 p.m. on Colley Avenue.
Flyer for Community Connect event in Norfolk, VA on Saturday, Oct. 11, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Featuring interactive activities for health and wellness. Images show cheerful participants, including a person in a mascot costume, children playing, and an older adult smiling. Event location: MacArthur Center Green.
Graphic image: For more information about Community Outreach, contact Rebecca Davis Rebecca.davis@norfolk.gov | 757-664-7328 ext. 314

Looking Forward!
Two smiling individuals hold bowls of ice cream and toppings in a brightly lit room. A table with more toppings is in the background, along with another person preparing food.

Native American Heritage Month

During Nov. 1-30, look out for special posts on our social media accounts related to various Native American cultures and peoples!

Homemade for the Holidays

Customize heartfelt gifts from Nov. 17 - Dec. 19.
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