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Join Norfolk Public Library for a time of thanks and fun! 🦃🙏 Visit your favorite branch during November to participate in this special Storytime program.

The Barron F. Black Branch is officially back open for business! 🎉📖 Swipe ➡ to see the new changes.

The NPL Programs Department collaborated with @AsianIndiansHR and Tucker Library staff to bring a small taste of Indian culture to Norfolk ✨ Attendees enjoyed learning about India's rich heritage through talks about Diwali, cultural dancing and activities, and delicious food from Nawab Indian Bistro. Missed the event? You can still celebrate Diwali 🪔🎆 with themed displays at select branches from November 4 - 10.

Get into the holiday spirit and talk to Santa Claus! Ask your librarian how you can send a letter to the North Pole by Nov. 30! 🎅🎁❄️

Check out what we have coming up in November! 🕹🃏🚗 For more programs, visit norfolk.libcal.com.

Happy National Friends of Libraries Week! 🎉🎊 We are so grateful for the generosity of The Friends of The Norfolk Public Library. Become a member today! friendsnplva.com/join-us

Get into the holiday spirit and talk to Santa Claus! Ask your librarian how you can send a letter to the North Pole by Nov. 30! We have it on good authority that he is eager to reply.

Take a spooky selfie or two at one of our stations! 🤳👹 From October 16-31, haunt the stacks of your nearest Norfolk Public Library Anchor Branch (Downtown Branch at Slover, Jordan-Newby Anchor Branch, Richard A. Tucker Memorial & Mary D. Pretlow Anchor Branch). Snap a pic and share the Halloween spirit!

Looking for something spooky to do this season? Halloweentown on Thursday, Oct. 22 from 4-6 p.m. at Jordan-Newby Anchor Branch could be the perfect family outing for you! 🎃🍬 Visit Lafayette Branch on Thursday, Oct. 29 from 3:30-5:30 p.m. for a Slightly Spooky Halloween Party! 🍂👻 Something spooky is strutting at Richard A. Tucker Memorial! Walk the creepy runway on Saturday, Oct. 31 from 2:30-4 p.m. at their Spooky Fashion Show. 💅💃

Join the RMP Maker Studio for a unique Maker/Craft Show featuring Hampton Roads artisans! 🧶💍👜 For more information or to register as a vendor, call 757-441-1600 or email [email protected].

Celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day with Norfolk Public Library! Check out our recommended books to learn more about the history, cultures and contributions of Native American and Indigenous communities.

Celebrate Indian Culture with Experience India on Oct. 24 at Richard A. Tucker Memorial!🕯️ This exciting, once-in-a-lifetime afternoon will be filled with: Traditional Garments, a Selfie Station, a Spice Tray Demonstration, Delicious Snacks, Henna, Crafts & Games and a Scavenger Hunt. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about and enjoy the richness and beauty of Indian culture–just in time for Diwali!

There's a lot to look forward to at the RMP Maker Studio! Join us on Thursday, Oct. 15 for Sew Like Randi Day and on Oct. 20-27, celebrate ACOTobAR. 🍂🪡 📍Mary D. Pretlow Anchor Branch

Join us for a spine-tingling story adventure at your local library! 📖🍂 Swipe ➡ to see each Branch's date and time. *All stories will be family-friendly and age appropriate.*

It's that time again! Recycled Reads Book Sale begins on Oct. 29, 2026. Visit friendsnplva.com/ for more. 📖📚 📅 Thursday, Oct. 29 | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 📅 Friday, Oct. 30 | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 📅 Saturday, Oct. 31 | 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Join us at Books & Brew (Vino, Too!) on Oct. 29 from 6-8 p.m. at @TheSloverVA. PRICES (Cash and card accepted) Children’s Books: $1.50 Graphic Novels: $2.00 Paperbacks: $2.00 Hardcovers: $3.00 Free two-hour parking in City of Norfolk garages!

Calling all teens and tweens! From Oct. 1-31, celebrate the spooky season with NPL. 👻🎃 Swipe ➡ for the events or visit our website for more details. norfolkpubliclibrary.org/m/n…

Planning on watching "Verity" in theaters? Check out more by Colleen Hoover on our catalog! nfpl.ent.sirsi.net/client/en…?

The Full Harvest Moon is the traditional Native American name for the full moon in September, marking the time when crops like corn were gathered. 🌕🌽 This year, it falls on Saturday, Sept. 26 at 12:49 p.m. ET. Don't miss this awesome view! Check out some of our media recommendations themed around the moon.

Celebrate growing families in our community with an uplifting event that includes supplies, resources and support for expecting parents. 🍼👶 📅 Saturday, Oct. 10 ⏰ Noon-4 p.m. 📍 Jordan-Newby Anchor Branch NOW ACCEPTING DIAPER AND WIPE DONATIONS! Please ensure that diapers are new and untouched. Size 2 diapers and fragrance-free sensitive wipes are preferred.

Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! 📖 Celebrate Hispanic & Latino communities and their incredible impact this Sept. 15 through Oct. 15 and beyond with our book recommendations. Visit Barron F. Black Branch and Downtown Branch at Slover for a special Surprise Reads program! Select a wrapped book highlighting Latino stories and voices and unwrap it to learn more. 🔈 Check nfpl.ent.sirsi.net/client/en… for more book recommendations.