Things to Do

Get a Library Card

Your library card is your key to access materials, digital media, public computers, and so much more!

Wi-Fi Hotspots

Interlibrary Loan

Can't find what you're looking for at our library? No problem! You can borrow material from other libraries by submitting an online request!

Technology Classes & Workshops

Learn something new and register for a free computer class! Classes cover everything from computing basics, word processing, spreadsheets, Facebook, and so much more!

Mobile Printing

Print wirelessly from your mobile device within Grissom, Main Street, or Pearl Bailey Library! You may also send your print jobs to the library from your home computer.

Passport Services

Virtual Programming

The Newport News Public Library has built a virtual collection of programs. Check out programs that include children's storytimes, arts & crafts, and educational projects. The video library is always growing so check back often to see what's new.

Curbside Pickup

NNPL offers curbside pickup for all library items placed on hold.

Events Calendar

Come and participate in all of the free events the Library has to offer!

Reading Challenges

The Newport News Public Library will blast off throughout the city all summer long! Family friendly events, performers, activities and prizes!

What to Read

Wondering what to read next? NNPL can help!

Book A Meeting Room

Meeting rooms are available for public use at Main Street, Pearl Bailey, and Virgil I. Grissom Libraries! Please see our meeting room policy for more details.

Makerspace

The purpose of these Makerspaces is to provide library patrons with technology and equipment to support their creative endeavors with paper crafts, fabric crafts and 3Dprinting. Makerspaces can be rooms or open areas where Makerspace equipment is used.