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Name: Super Saturday: Nutcracker Storytime with The Charleston Ballet
Start: 2024-11-30T15:00:00-05:00
End: 2024-11-30T16:00:00-05:00
Location: Main Library

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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!

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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.

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Books & More Storytime: Letters to Santa

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:15pm

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

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Family Nights, Holiday, Storytimes

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, Family Nights, Holiday, Storytimes

Event Details:

Join us for stories and activities including writing a letter to Santa, which we will send with the library's magic mailbox...with service direct to the North Pole! Registration not required.

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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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Holiday Open House: The Snowy Day StoryWalk®

All Day 12/5

Main Library

Program Type:

Holiday, StoryWalk®, Other

Age Group:

Children, Family, All Ages

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Library Branch: Main Library

Age Group: Children, Family, All Ages

Program Type: Holiday, StoryWalk®, Other

Event Details:

Enjoy a classic and award winning picture book on big pages. Follow Peter; a child who explores the outdoors when the world is blanketed in snow. Located on the first floor.

Holiday Open House

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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.

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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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Holiday Open House: North Pole Adventures

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

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

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Family Nights, Holiday, I-Spy & Scavenger Hunts, 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, Family Nights, Holiday, I-Spy & Scavenger Hunts, Storytimes, Other

Event Details:

Bring the whole family by Children's Services at Main and experience your very own North Pole Adventures!

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.

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Holiday Happenings!

Sunday, December 15, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Main Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Holiday

Age Group:

Children, Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Family, All Ages

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Library Branch: Main Library

Age Group: Children, Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Family, All Ages

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Holiday

Event Details:

It is an afternoon of free holiday fun! Children of all ages are invited to share their Christmas lists with visitors from the North Pole beginning at 2 pm. Bring your camera to take holiday photos of your children with Mr.

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.

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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.

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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	Sissonville Branch Library	St. Albans Branch Library
Rooms	No room assigned	Main 406/407 John L. and Maude Dickenson Room	Cross Lanes Meeting Room	No room assigned	Dunbar Meeting Room	No room assigned	Sissonville Meeting Room	No room assigned	St. Albans Community Room
All Day	This event is in the "All Ages" group. Mitten Tree 12/01/2024 @ 1:00pm - 12/23/2024 @ 5:00pm All Ages Main Library This event is in the "All Ages" group. Library Branch: Main Library Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Health & Wellness, Holiday Event Details: Help us keep our neighbors in need warm this winter! Donate new mittens, hats, scarves and socks for our Kindness Club Mitten Tree. Donations will be accepted on the Children's Floor through Dec 31st. 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 "All Ages" group. CHRISTMAS CHARACTER I SPY 12/02/2024 @ 9:30am - 12/23/2024 @ 5:00pm All Ages Dunbar Branch Library This event is in the "All Ages" group. Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library Age Group: All Ages Program Type: I-Spy & Scavenger Hunts Event Details: Come in out of the cold and warm up with a game of I-Spy. Hidden all over the Library are Christmas Characters! Find them all and receive a prize! This is for ALL ages. 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 "All Ages" group. Give Back Tree 12/02/2024 @ 10:00am - 12/23/2024 @ 3:00pm All Ages Elk Valley Branch Library This event is in the "All Ages" group. Library Branch: Elk Valley Branch Library Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Holiday, Other Event Details: We like to give back to our community, and one way we do that here at the Elk Valley Branch Library is through our Little Free Pantry, located in front of the library. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Holiday Decoration Exchange 12/02/2024 @ 10:00am - 12/23/2024 @ 3:00pm All Ages Elk Valley Branch Library This event is in the "All Ages" group. Library Branch: Elk Valley Branch Library Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Holiday Event Details: If you have too many holiday decorations, bring some in. If you need some new (to you!) decorations, help yourself to whatever we have! This table will be available all month, so please check in frequently for different items. 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 "Pre-K: 3-5 Years" group. This event is in the "Elementary: 6-11 Years" group. This event is in the "Tweens: 10-12 Years" group. I Spy December! All Day 12/16 - 12/21 Pre-K: 3-5 Years, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years St. Albans Branch Library This event is in the "Pre-K: 3-5 Years" group. This event is in the "Elementary: 6-11 Years" group. This event is in the "Tweens: 10-12 Years" group. Library Branch: St. Albans Branch Library Age Group: Pre-K: 3-5 Years, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years Program Type: I-Spy & Scavenger Hunts Event Details: Search the Children's Department for hidden pictures. If you find them all you may choose a prize! Children 12 and under. 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.
11:00am			This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Melt and pour soap 11:00am - 12:00pm Teens, Adults Cross Lanes Branch Library Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Cross Lanes Branch Library Room: Cross Lanes Meeting Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Required Seats Remaining: 5 Event Details: Create a luxurious treat for yourself or a thoughtful gift for someone else in this beginner's soap-making class. We will be using the melt-and-pour method to create your soap. 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. Movie of the Month 11:00am - 1:00pm Adults, Seniors St. Albans Branch Library This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Library Branch: St. Albans Branch Library Room: St. Albans Community Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Movies & Performances Event Details: Hooray for Santy Claus! December’s Movie of the Month is Santa Claus Conquers the Martians. Filmed on a shoestring budget, this 1964 cult classic features aliens, robots, toy-making elves, and a catchy theme song. 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.
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1:00pm							This event is in the "Tweens: 10-12 Years" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Ornament Making 1:00pm - 2:30pm Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens Sissonville Branch Library This event is in the "Tweens: 10-12 Years" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Library Branch: Sissonville Branch Library Room: Sissonville Meeting Room Age Group: Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Do you need a last minute gift for a family member or friend? Why not make them one! Homemade gifts really come from the heart. Join us for an evening of crafting and making ornaments. Tell a friend or bring a friend!!!
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2:00pm		This event is in the "Pre-K: 3-5 Years" group. This event is in the "Elementary: 6-11 Years" group. This event is in the "Tweens: 10-12 Years" group. Family STEM: Build a Gingerbread House 2:00pm - 3:00pm Pre-K: 3-5 Years, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years Main Library Required This event is in the "Pre-K: 3-5 Years" group. This event is in the "Elementary: 6-11 Years" group. This event is in the "Tweens: 10-12 Years" group. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Main 406/407 John L. and Maude Dickenson Room Age Group: Pre-K: 3-5 Years, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Holiday, STEM Required Seats Remaining: 25 Event Details: Register children ages 3-12 to design and build a gingerbread house with the family. We provide the supplies; bring your creativity! 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. 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 "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Peaceful Reading Club 2:00pm - 4:00pm Adults, Seniors Dunbar Branch Library Required This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library Room: Dunbar Meeting Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Other Required Seats Remaining: 10 Event Details: Want to join a book club but don't enjoy the stress of forced conversation or the pressure of assigned reading? Then the Peaceful Reading Club is for you! Join us for quiet reading time where you BYOB - Bring Your Own Book. 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.
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