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.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo & Video

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			Clendenin Branch Library	Cross Lanes Branch Library	Dunbar Branch Library	Sissonville Branch Library	St. Albans Branch Library
Rooms	No room assigned	Main 311C (A/B) GKVF Meeting Room	Main 406/407 John L. and Maude Dickenson Room	Clendenin Meeting Room	Cross Lanes Meeting Room	Dunbar Meeting Room	Sissonville Meeting Room	No room assigned
All Day								This event is in the "Children" group. I Spy Hidden Pictures! All Day 8/15 - 8/20 Children St. Albans Branch Library This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: St. Albans Branch Library Age Group: Children Program Type: I-Spy & Scavenger Hunts Event Details: Find all the hidden pictures and earn a small prize. Ages 12 and under with caregiver. 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.
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.
10:15am
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. Storytime 10:30am - 11:00am Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years Clendenin 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: Clendenin Branch Library Room: Clendenin Meeting Room Age Group: Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Interactive program with books, songs, tickle rhymes, knee bounces 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.		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!
11:15am
11:30am
11:45am
12:00pm	This event is in the "Teens" group. Cancelled Teens: Summer Birthday Bash 12:00pm - 7:30pm Teens Main Library This event is in the "Teens" group. Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Age Group: Teens Program Type: Other Event Details: Do you have a birthday during the summer, so you never get to celebrate it at school? Even if you don't, come celebrate with us in the Teen Zone! We'll have cupcakes, party favors, and snacks! 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.
12:15pm
12:30pm
12:45pm
1:00pm
1:15pm
1:30pm
1:45pm
2:00pm					This event is in the "Tweens: 10-12 Years" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Decorate a Squishy 2:00pm - 3:00pm Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens Cross Lanes Branch Library This event is in the "Tweens: 10-12 Years" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. 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: Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Create your own unique stress toy by painting a squishy using acrylic paint. There will be multiple shapes to choose from.
2:15pm
2:30pm
2:45pm
3:00pm
3:15pm
3:30pm
3:45pm
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.
4:15pm
4:30pm
4:45pm
5:00pm
5:15pm
5:30pm
5:45pm
6:00pm		This event is in the "Teens" group. Intensive 5-Part Beat the SAT Program 6:00pm - 7:30pm Teens Main 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: Main Library Room: Main 311C (A/B) GKVF Meeting Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Classes & Workshops Required Seats Remaining: 27 Event Details: This Intensive 5-Part Beat the SAT Program is comparable to that of an expensive, retail SAT test-preparation course. 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.					This event is in the "Teens" group. Game On!! 6:00pm - 7:00pm Teens Sissonville Branch Library This event is in the "Teens" group. 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: Gaming Sessions Event Details: Join us for an evening of video games and refreshments.
6:15pm
6:30pm
6:45pm
7:00pm
7:15pm

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