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Great American Train Show

Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of miniature railroading at the train show! The train show is designed for children of all ages; for modelers, collectors and enthusiasts; for families in search of good old-fashioned fun; and for the simply curious. Each show features hundreds of tables of trains, accessories, scale models and collectible toys for sale as well as huge operating exhibits, activities for kids, free seminars and educational opportunities, and much more. There’s plenty at the show to see and do. You’ll see the best that the model railroad hobby has to offer: beautifully designed and built model train layouts in operation, scale models of trains, cars and buildings, new products and collectible trains and toys from years past. Each show features dealers from across the country offering special deals and products hard to find anywhere else.

American Red Cross Lifeguard Training and Certification Course

HOW TO BECOME A RED CROSS LIFEGUARD: Swim 300 yards continuously without stopping, using front crawl or breaststroke Tread water for 2 minutes using the legs only Swim 20 yards, retrieve a 10 lb. diving brick from 7 - 10 feet deep. With both hands on the brick, swim back to the starting point, exit the pool without using a ladder, all within 1 minute and 40 seconds.

Checkmate!

A war on the boards is going down at FMCC! Come show your skills at our new chess club! Experienced members can go head to head to determine who is the King and who is just a pawn. New members can learn from the staff and improve at their own pace, so come on down and make your move!

FMCC Pool OPEN

Teetotalers and Moonshiners, and Hampton’s Prohibition Story

The exhibit combines content from the Virginia Library’s 2017 exhibit “Teetotalers and Moonshiners: Virginia’s Prohibition Experiment” with research and artifacts from the Hampton History Museum on the local experience. "Hampton's Prohibition Story" features myriad items to tell the story, including dozens of photographs; numerous bottles, jugs and other containers; games, smoking accoutrements, beverage dispenser, signs and materials of saloon culture; service ware, promotional items and memorabilia from Point Comfort resorts, Phoebus police and fire department items, doctor bag and instruments; and moonshine still components on loan from the Museum of the Albemarle. The exhibit continues through February 4, 2024.

LAMB (Labor & My Baby) – 1-day Childbirth Workshop

Healthy Families invites all expectant parents to come and attend our Saturday LAMB Workshop which is designed to calm your fears and prepare you for the challenges - and delights - of parenthood. Our program includes: • Childbirth preparation • Birthing exercises • Knowledgeable answers to your concerns There is no childcare provided.

Valentine's Day Card Creation Studio @ Main Library

Feeling creative? Drop in any time to create a card or gift for family, friends and loved ones. Supplies will be provided. All ages.

Adult Manga and Anime Club @ Main Library

Book Club @ Willow Oaks Branch Library

Pour Paint Art Program @ Main Library

Create a one-of-a-kind work of art with acrylic paint pouring! All ages will enjoy this interactive art experience with Vanessa Golson, brought to the library by Tidewater Arts Outreach. A masterpiece is captured through the trending art form of acrylic paint pouring. Colors flow together to create an amazing one-of-a-kind masterpiece.

Learn Computer Basics @ Willow Oaks Branch Library