Day Calendar

Name: Cooks and Books
Start: 2024-11-11T18:30:00-05:00
End: 2024-11-11T19:30:00-05:00
Location: Main Library

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Cooks and Books

Monday, November 11, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Main 308/309 Conference Room at Main Library

Program Type:

Otis Laury Nutritional Literacy, Book Discussions

Age Group:

Adults, Seniors

Open

Library Branch: Main Library

Room: Main 308/309 Conference Room

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Otis Laury Nutritional Literacy, Book Discussions

Required

Seats Remaining: Unlimited

Event Details:

Cooks and Books is a discussion group that will meet on the second Monday of every other month to share recipes and explore beautiful cookbooks together.

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.

Sewing for Fall Holidays

Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Clendenin Branch Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Holiday, STEM

Age Group:

Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens, Adults, Family, Seniors

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Library Branch: Clendenin Branch Library

Age Group: Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens, Adults, Family, Seniors

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Holiday, STEM

Event Details:

Sew simple fall decorations to display at home for the holidays. You will learn some basic hand sewing stitches and you will be ready to go. Work alone or with a friend or family. A sample craft will be on display at the library.

Family STEM: The Science of Learning with Dogs

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Main 407 John L. and Maude Dickenson Craft Room at Main Library

Program Type:

STEM

Age Group:

Pre-K: 3-5 Years, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years

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Library Branch: Main Library

Room: Main 407 John L. and Maude Dickenson Craft Room

Age Group: Pre-K: 3-5 Years, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years

Program Type: STEM

Event Details:

Join Lesli Taylor for a journey into the science of learning with her canine companion, Goose. We’ll explore how dogs have shaped our understanding of learning and behavior from famous experiments to modern dog training methods and dog sports.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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.

Super Saturday: Nutcracker Storytime with The Charleston Ballet

Saturday, November 30, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Main 406/407 John L. and Maude Dickenson Room at Main Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Book Discussions, Family Nights, Movies & Performances, Storytimes, Other

Age Group:

Children, Family, All Ages

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Library Branch: Main Library

Room: Main 406/407 John L. and Maude Dickenson Room

Age Group: Children, Family, All Ages

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Discussions, Family Nights, Movies & Performances, Storytimes, Other

Event Details:

Begin the holiday season with the The Charleston Ballet at our Nutcracker Storytime!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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.

Holiday Open House: Pictures with Krampus

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm

Main 116 Teen Study Room at Main Library

Program Type:

Holiday

Age Group:

Teens, All Ages

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Library Branch: Main Library

Room: Main 116 Teen Study Room

Age Group: Teens, All Ages

Program Type: Holiday

Event Details:

Santa isn't the only magical being during the holidays! Come take pictures with another holiday figure- Krampus! Pictures will be in the Teen Zone on the first floor. All ages welcome.

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Cooks and Books

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Main 308/309 Conference Room at Main Library

Program Type:

Otis Laury Nutritional Literacy, Book Discussions

Age Group:

Adults, Seniors

Open

Library Branch: Main Library

Room: Main 308/309 Conference Room

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Otis Laury Nutritional Literacy, Book Discussions

Required

Seats Remaining: Unlimited

Event Details:

Cooks and Books is a discussion group that will meet on the second Monday of every other month to share recipes and explore beautiful cookbooks together.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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.

Cooks and Books

Monday, March 10, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Main 308/309 Conference Room at Main Library

Program Type:

Otis Laury Nutritional Literacy, Book Discussions

Age Group:

Adults, Seniors

Open

Library Branch: Main Library

Room: Main 308/309 Conference Room

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Otis Laury Nutritional Literacy, Book Discussions

Required

Seats Remaining: Unlimited

Event Details:

Cooks and Books is a discussion group that will meet on the second Monday of every other month to share recipes and explore beautiful cookbooks together.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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.

Cooks and Books

Monday, May 12, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Main 308/309 Conference Room at Main Library

Program Type:

Otis Laury Nutritional Literacy, Book Discussions

Age Group:

Adults, Seniors

Open

Library Branch: Main Library

Room: Main 308/309 Conference Room

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Otis Laury Nutritional Literacy, Book Discussions

Required

Seats Remaining: Unlimited

Event Details:

Cooks and Books is a discussion group that will meet on the second Monday of every other month to share recipes and explore beautiful cookbooks together.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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.

Cooks and Books

Monday, July 14, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Main 308/309 Conference Room at Main Library

Program Type:

Otis Laury Nutritional Literacy, Book Discussions

Age Group:

Adults, Seniors

Open

Library Branch: Main Library

Room: Main 308/309 Conference Room

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Otis Laury Nutritional Literacy, Book Discussions

Required

Seats Remaining: Unlimited

Event Details:

Cooks and Books is a discussion group that will meet on the second Monday of every other month to share recipes and explore beautiful cookbooks together.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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.

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Branches	Main Library		Cross Lanes Branch Library	Dunbar Branch Library	Elk Valley Branch Library	Nitro Public Library (Affiliate)	Riverside Public Library	Sissonville Branch Library	St. Albans Branch Library
Rooms	No room assigned	Main 406/407 John L. and Maude Dickenson Room	Cross Lanes Meeting Room	Dunbar Meeting Room	Elk Valley Meeting Room A/B	No room assigned	No room assigned	Sissonville Meeting Room	St. Albans Community Room
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10:00am		This event is in the "Toddlers: 18-36 Months" group. Sensory Storytime 10:00am - 10:45am Toddlers: 18-36 Months Main Library This event is in the "Toddlers: 18-36 Months" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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: Books and sensory activities to explore the world around us.
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10:30am				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 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. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library Room: Dunbar Meeting Room 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!
10:45am
11:00am				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 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. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library Room: Dunbar Meeting Room 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!				This event is in the "Family" group. Mark Daniel Mission Explore: The Sea Monster Adventure 11:00am - 12:00pm Family Sissonville Branch Library This event is in the "Family" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Sissonville Branch Library Room: Sissonville Meeting Room Age Group: Family Program Type: Summer Library Club Event Details: “Mission Explore: The Sea Monster Adventure” is a totally unique experience brought to you by Summer Reading OG, Magical Storyteller Mark Daniel, as we celebrate and study the magnificent creatures that have ruled the seas around the globe for mil 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.
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12:00pm	This event is in the "Teens" group. Teen: Anime Afternoon 12:00pm - 8:00pm Teens Main Library This event is in the "Teens" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Age Group: Teens Program Type: Movies & Performances Event Details: Come hang out in the Teen Zone and watch a variety of anime shows every Thursday from 12pm to 8pm.
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2:00pm					This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Family" group. Kids' Crafternoon: Oceans of Crafts 2:00pm - 4:00pm Children, Family Elk Valley Branch Library Closed Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Family" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Elk Valley Branch Library Room: Elk Valley Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Children, Family Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Library Club Required Seats Remaining: Unlimited Event Details: Drop anytime from 2:00 to 4:00 PM at the Elk Valley Branch Library for an ocean of crafting possibilities! Stations will be set up with different ocean or water themed crafts for children of all ages. It is recommended that younger chi 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.
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4:00pm		This event is in the "Pre-K: 3-5 Years" group. Books and More Storytime 4:00pm - 4:45pm Pre-K: 3-5 Years Main Library This event is in the "Pre-K: 3-5 Years" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Main 406/407 John L. and Maude Dickenson Room Age Group: Pre-K: 3-5 Years Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytimes Event Details: Enjoy books, interactive songs and a simple craft.
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5:30pm									This event is in the "Family" group. Take and Make STEM Activities 5:30pm - 7:00pm Family St. Albans Branch Library This event is in the "Family" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: St. Albans Branch Library Room: St. Albans Community Room Age Group: Family Program Type: STEM Event Details: Stop by and take home a make it yourself STEM activity.
5:45pm
6:00pm			This event is in the "Elementary: 6-11 Years" group. This event is in the "Tweens: 10-12 Years" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Family" group. Family Paint Night 6:00pm - 7:30pm Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens, Adults, Family Cross Lanes Branch Library Closed Required This event is in the "Elementary: 6-11 Years" group. This event is in the "Tweens: 10-12 Years" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Family" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Cross Lanes Branch Library Room: Cross Lanes Meeting Room Age Group: Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens, Adults, Family Program Type: Arts & Crafts Required Seats Remaining: 18 Event Details: Join us for a night of painting fun! We will be have several stations with different kinds of painting set up. Stations will include bubble painting, suncatcher painting, and salt and watercolor painting. 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.			This event is in the "Adults" group. Adult Craft 6:00pm - 7:00pm Adults Nitro Public Library (Affiliate) This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Nitro Public Library (Affiliate) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: We will be making a DIY canvas bag. There will be several options for you to decorate your bag. Registration is required due to limited seating. Register here or by calling Nitro Public Library 304-755-4432	This event is in the "Family" group. Mark Daniel Mission Explore: The Sea Monster Adventure 6:00pm - 7:00pm Family Riverside Public Library This event is in the "Family" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Riverside Public Library Age Group: Family Program Type: Summer Library Club Event Details: “Mission Explore: The Sea Monster Adventure” is a totally unique experience brought to you by Summer Reading OG, Magical Storyteller Mark Daniel, as we celebrate and study the magnificent creatures that have ruled the seas around the globe for mil 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.	This event is in the "Teens" group. Teens: DIY Video Game Bath Bombs 6:00pm - 7:30pm Teens Sissonville Branch Library Closed Required This event is in the "Teens" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Sissonville Branch Library Room: Sissonville Meeting Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Required Seats Remaining: 6 Event Details: Come and create your own bath bombs based on some of your favorite video game characters! Registration is required.
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