Find United Through Reading out in the community! Our dedicated staff and volunteers host and attend events all over the country, including at libraries, community partner sites, and on military bases. Check out our calendar to see what’s happening — you never know where we will pop up next!
Fort Belvoir's 3rd Annual Baby Palooza will take place on April 24, 2026. All expectant moms and moms of less than six month old babies may attend. Come and learn about all the resources available in our area! Must have a ticket to attend*
Month of the Military Child Spring Fling, April 24, 2026, Mariner Community Recreation Center, Portsmouth, VA (NW) 5-7pm
JBER's Month of the Military Child Carnival: A Novel Idea Join us for games, prizes, and lots of fun! Dress up as your favorite book character, hero, or villain. Open to all Military and DOD children. Friday, 24 April from 5-8pm at the Arctic Oasis Community Center.
Come out to NSA Whiting's Candyland Family Carnival. Find more details at Events
11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Grassfield High School. This is a drop-in event for families to be able to enjoy fun activities, eat lunch, take free family portraits with Lifetouch, and visit a variety of resource tables. This event is free for families and vendors, and lunch will be provided.
Recording event at Edward's Air Force Base Library 10AM-2PM at the library
Preschool aged children are invited to come out for stories, songs, and crafts. There’s a new theme each week! Base access is required.
Recording event at Vandenberg Library from 12:30-4:30
The event is scheduled for Wednesday, April 29, 2026 from 5-6:30 PM at the New Gosport Youth Center, 309 Green Point Lane Portsmouth, VA 23702
