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Mental Health Awareness Month Reading Challenge

All Day 5/1 - 5/31
All Ages
Beanstack
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Beanstack
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Reading Challenge, Virtual Events
Event Details:

Join us in May for our Mental Health Awareness Month Reading Challenge. We challenge you to read one book that makes you happy this month, whether it is an old favorite or something completely new! 

This event is in the "Toddlers: 18-36 Months" group.

Little Explorers Storytime

10:00am - 10:45am
Toddlers: 18-36 Months
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 406/407 John L. and Maude Dickenson Room
Age Group: Toddlers: 18-36 Months
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Enjoy books, songs and rhymes followed by a sensory play activity.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation to attend a program at any KCPL facility should contact the ADA Coordinator at least 48 hours prior to the event. Phone: 304-343-4646 ext. 1242 or 1268 Email: facilities@kanawhalibrary.org

Main Library Patrons with strollers, wheelchairs, or other wheeled devices will find it easier to use the Jacobson Tower entrance on Quarrier Street or the Skybridge entrance via Summers Street Garage.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Photo & Video

We often photograph and videotape library events. These images are used for publicizing KCPL and its programs. If you do not wish to be photographed, please let the photographer or a staff member know.

This event is in the "Babies: 0-18 Months" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers: 18-36 Months" group.
This event is in the "Pre-K: 3-5 Years" group.

Lil' Bookworms Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years
Dunbar Branch Library
Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library
Age Group: Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Join us for Lil' Bookworms Storytime as we explore learning through songs, poems, music, books, movement and more! 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Inclement Weather

All programs are subject to rescheduling or cancellation in the event of inclement weather.

Photo & Video

We often photograph and videotape library events. These images are used for publicizing KCPL and its programs. If you do not wish to be photographed, please let the photographer or a staff member know.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

ADULT I SPY CLASSIC BOOKS

05/01/2025 @ 10:30am - 05/23/2025 @ 5:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Dunbar Branch Library
Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: I-Spy & Scavenger Hunts
Event Details:

In May we hunt Book Covers!   Come in and find the hidden Book Covers.   There is a question on the back to answer and once finished bring your sheet to the Circ Desk for a prize.   

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation to attend a program at any KCPL facility should contact the ADA Coordinator at least 48 hours prior to the event. Phone: 304-343-4646 ext. 1242 or 1268 Email: facilities@kanawhalibrary.org

Main Library Patrons with strollers, wheelchairs, or other wheeled devices will find it easier to use the Jacobson Tower entrance on Quarrier Street or the Skybridge entrance via Summers Street Garage.

Photo & Video

We often photograph and videotape library events. These images are used for publicizing KCPL and its programs. If you do not wish to be photographed, please let the photographer or a staff member know.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Children's I Spy

05/01/2025 @ 10:30am - 05/23/2025 @ 5:00pm
Children
Dunbar Branch Library
Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: I-Spy & Scavenger Hunts
Event Details:

May the Fourth Be With You!!!   Come join in for a Star Wars themed I Spy.    

Disclaimer(s)

Photo & Video

We often photograph and videotape library events. These images are used for publicizing KCPL and its programs. If you do not wish to be photographed, please let the photographer or a staff member know.

This event is in the "Babies: 0-18 Months" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers: 18-36 Months" group.
This event is in the "Pre-K: 3-5 Years" group.

Lil' Tinkers Playgroup

11:00am - 11:30am
Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years
Dunbar Branch Library
Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library
Age Group: Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years
Program Type: Playgroups
Event Details:

Join us for Lil' Tinkers Playgroup. During our play sessions we will explore cognitive, social, and emotional development, along with mastering fine and gross motor skills, all through play!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Inclement Weather

All programs are subject to rescheduling or cancellation in the event of inclement weather.

Photo & Video

We often photograph and videotape library events. These images are used for publicizing KCPL and its programs. If you do not wish to be photographed, please let the photographer or a staff member know.

This event is in the "Toddlers: 18-36 Months" group.
This event is in the "Pre-K: 3-5 Years" group.

Story time: Mother's Day

11:00am - 12:00pm
Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years
Glasgow Branch Library
Library Branch: Glasgow Branch Library
Age Group: Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Come celebrate an early Mother's Day with us. Story time craft and brunch will be served.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Babies: 0-18 Months" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers: 18-36 Months" group.
This event is in the "Pre-K: 3-5 Years" group.

Sensory Storytime

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Children, Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years
Clendenin Branch Library
Library Branch: Clendenin Branch Library
Room: Clendenin Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years
Program Type: Playgroups, Storytimes
Event Details:

Come for an active Storytime. The stories will let you be involved by acting out stories and play games about the story's theme. Playgroup follows Storytime. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Cabin Creek Health Center @ Cabin Creek

2:30pm - 4:00pm
All Ages
Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Bookmobile

Disclaimer(s)

Inclement Weather

All programs are subject to rescheduling or cancellation in the event of inclement weather.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Thursday Afternoon Book Group

3:00pm - 4:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 308/309 Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussions
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for Thursday Afternoon Book Group's 2024-2025 season. In May, we will be discussing This Tender Land by William Kent Krueger. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation to attend a program at any KCPL facility should contact the ADA Coordinator at least 48 hours prior to the event. Phone: 304-343-4646 ext. 1242 or 1268 Email: facilities@kanawhalibrary.org

Main Library Patrons with strollers, wheelchairs, or other wheeled devices will find it easier to use the Jacobson Tower entrance on Quarrier Street or the Skybridge entrance via Summers Street Garage.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Inclement Weather

All programs are subject to rescheduling or cancellation in the event of inclement weather.

Photo & Video

We often photograph and videotape library events. These images are used for publicizing KCPL and its programs. If you do not wish to be photographed, please let the photographer or a staff member know.

Tutoring

4:30pm - 6:30pm
Clendenin Branch Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Clendenin Branch Library
Room: Clendenin Meeting Room
Purpose of Meeting

I plan to tutor students after school.

This event is in the "Tweens: 10-12 Years" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Video Game Night

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens
St. Albans Branch Library
Library Branch: St. Albans Branch Library
Room: St. Albans Harry White Room
Age Group: Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens
Program Type: Gaming Sessions
Event Details:

Join us at St. Albans Branch Library for an evening of gaming, and hanging with friends. We will provide game systems and games.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Photo & Video

We often photograph and videotape library events. These images are used for publicizing KCPL and its programs. If you do not wish to be photographed, please let the photographer or a staff member know.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 311A GKVF Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Otis Laury Nutritional Literacy, Classes & Workshops, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Registration is not required to attend. Register to receive email reminders about this event. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation to attend a program at any KCPL facility should contact the ADA Coordinator at least 48 hours prior to the event. Phone: 304-343-4646 ext. 1242 or 1268 Email: facilities@kanawhalibrary.org

Main Library Patrons with strollers, wheelchairs, or other wheeled devices will find it easier to use the Jacobson Tower entrance on Quarrier Street or the Skybridge entrance via Summers Street Garage.

Inclement Weather

All programs are subject to rescheduling or cancellation in the event of inclement weather.

Photo & Video

We often photograph and videotape library events. These images are used for publicizing KCPL and its programs. If you do not wish to be photographed, please let the photographer or a staff member know.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Cross Lanes Fiction Addiction

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Cross Lanes Branch Library
Library Branch: Cross Lanes Branch Library
Room: Cross Lanes Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions
Event Details:

Join Jessica for a new evening book club where we explore a different genre of fiction each month. This month we will be discussing the literary fiction Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Used Book Fundraiser

1:00pm - 5:00pm
All Ages
St. Albans Branch Library
Library Branch: St. Albans Branch Library
Room: St. Albans Community Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Fundraisers & Book Sales
Event Details:

Find some great deals while helping support the library!  Hosted by the St. Albans Advisory Board.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Used Book Fundraiser

10:00am - 1:30pm
All Ages
St. Albans Branch Library
Library Branch: St. Albans Branch Library
Room: St. Albans Community Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Fundraisers & Book Sales
Event Details:

Find some great deals while helping support the library!  Hosted by the St. Albans Advisory Board.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Sissonville Book and Taco Sale

10:00am - 3:00pm
All Ages
Sissonville Branch Library
Library Branch: Sissonville Branch Library
Room: Sissonville Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Fundraisers & Book Sales
Event Details:

Join the Sissonville Library staff and the Sissonville Library and Cultural Association members for a huge book sale! The Association members will also be hosting a food sale feature walking tacos, drinks, and cookies!

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Photo & Video

We often photograph and videotape library events. These images are used for publicizing KCPL and its programs. If you do not wish to be photographed, please let the photographer or a staff member know.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Chickens 101 with Joe Moritz

1:00pm - 3:30pm
Adults
Main Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 311A GKVF Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Otis Laury Nutritional Literacy, Classes & Workshops, STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for Chicken 101.   What does it take to have chickens at home?   Joe Moritz of WVU's Davis College of Agriculture will tell you what it takes to be successful and if chickens are right for you.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Kanawha Mall

10:00am - 1:00pm
All Ages
Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Bookmobile

Disclaimer(s)

Inclement Weather

All programs are subject to rescheduling or cancellation in the event of inclement weather.

This event is in the "Babies: 0-18 Months" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers: 18-36 Months" group.
This event is in the "Pre-K: 3-5 Years" group.

Tots Storytime and Playgroup

10:30am - 11:30am
Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years
Sissonville Branch Library
Library Branch: Sissonville Branch Library
Room: Sissonville Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years
Program Type: Playgroups, Storytimes
Event Details:

Join Miss Danielle for a themed Story time and craft. Then stay after and let the little ones play.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Dunbar Literary Society

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Dunbar Branch Library
Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library
Room: Dunbar Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussions
Event Details:

Join the Dunbar Literary Society Book Club for our next read: Girls at 17 Swann Street by Yara Zgheib in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month!  NEW BOOK CLUB TO START THE NEW

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Required

Registration for this program is required due to limited space and materials. If you cannot attend, please call the library to cancel your registration so the spot may open up to others. A registration will be cancelled and a program spot made available to other patrons if the registrant does not arrive within 10 minutes of the scheduled program time.

Accessibility

Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation to attend a program at any KCPL facility should contact the ADA Coordinator at least 48 hours prior to the event. Phone: 304-343-4646 ext. 1242 or 1268 Email: facilities@kanawhalibrary.org

Main Library Patrons with strollers, wheelchairs, or other wheeled devices will find it easier to use the Jacobson Tower entrance on Quarrier Street or the Skybridge entrance via Summers Street Garage.

Photo & Video

We often photograph and videotape library events. These images are used for publicizing KCPL and its programs. If you do not wish to be photographed, please let the photographer or a staff member know.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Kanawha Mall

2:30pm - 4:00pm
All Ages
Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Bookmobile

Disclaimer(s)

Inclement Weather

All programs are subject to rescheduling or cancellation in the event of inclement weather.

This event is in the "Family" group.

Cinco de Mayo Fiesta

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Family
Riverside Public Library
Library Branch: Riverside Public Library
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Family Nights
Event Details:

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo (May 5th) with us. This is an event for all ages. Maracas and other instruments will be available if you want to use them to play along with the music. Nachos, juice and water will be served.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Photo & Video

We often photograph and videotape library events. These images are used for publicizing KCPL and its programs. If you do not wish to be photographed, please let the photographer or a staff member know.

This event is in the "Babies: 0-18 Months" group.

Baby and Me Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Babies: 0-18 Months
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 406/407 John L. and Maude Dickenson Room
Age Group: Babies: 0-18 Months
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Interactive program with books, songs, tickle rhymes, knee bounces and more!