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Name: Earth Day Children's Beanstack Reading Challenge
Start: 2025-04-01
End: 2025-04-30
Location: KCPL Beanstack

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Earth Day Children's Beanstack Reading Challenge

All Day 4/1 - 4/30

Beanstack

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Library Branch: Beanstack

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Reading Challenge

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Join us on Beanstack in April for our Children's Earth Day Reading Challenge! This month, we challenge you to read 1 book about Earth Day, recycling, composting, or protecting our planet.

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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.

Families Paint: April Showers

Monday, April 14, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Elk Valley Meeting Room A/B at Elk Valley Branch Library

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Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops, Family Nights

Age Group:

Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Family

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Library Branch: Elk Valley Branch Library

Room: Elk Valley Meeting Room A/B

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

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops, Family Nights

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Seats Remaining: 16

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Make sure to register for Elk Valley Library's monthly painting night, designed for the whole family. This month, we will create a colorful rainbow and rainy sky.

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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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Family STEM: Buzz About Bees

Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm

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

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STEM

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Children, Tweens: 10-12 Years

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Library Branch: Main Library

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

Age Group: Children, Tweens: 10-12 Years

Program Type: STEM

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Did you know honey is made up of over 200 different substances? Come watch a beehive in action and discover why bees are so essential to us. You can also taste a variety of local honeys and vote for your favorite!

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Poetry on the Plaza: Community Poetry Readings

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Main 311A GKVF Meeting Room at Main Library

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Author Events, Classes & Workshops, Movies & Performances

Age Group:

Teens, Adults, Seniors

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Library Branch: Main Library

Room: Main 311A GKVF Meeting Room

Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Author Events, Classes & Workshops, Movies & Performances

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Seats Remaining: 10

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Join us outdoors for Poetry on the Plaza and have the opportunity to recite your very own poem to celebrate National Poetry Month.

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

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Mental Health Awareness Month Reading Challenge

All Day 5/1 - 5/31

Beanstack

Program Type:

Reading Challenge, Virtual Events

Age Group:

All Ages

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Library Branch: Beanstack

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Reading Challenge, Virtual Events

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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!

Cooks and Books

Monday, May 12, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm

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.

Black line drawing of miniature horse with text Itty Bitty Therapy Horses

SLC: Itty Bitty Therapy Horses

Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 11:00am - 2:00pm

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

Program Type:

Summer Library Club

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

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Library Branch: Main Library

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

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

Program Type: Summer Library Club

Event Details:

Learn about the different colors and breeds of miniature horses as we begin our 2025 Summer Library Club, "Color Our World". We will have a short presentation every 30 minutes followed by visits with the Itty Bitty Therapy Horses.

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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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SLC: Itty Bitty Therapy Horses

Monday, June 2, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm

Sissonville Meeting Room at Sissonville Branch Library

Program Type:

Summer Library Club

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

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Library Branch: Sissonville Branch Library

Room: Sissonville Meeting Room

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

Program Type: Summer Library Club

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SLC: Itty Bitty Therapy Horses

Monday, June 2, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Elk Valley Branch Library

Program Type:

Summer Library Club

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

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Library Branch: Elk Valley Branch 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

Program Type: Summer Library Club

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SLC: Itty Bitty Therapy Horses

Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm

Riverside Public Library

Program Type:

Summer Library Club

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

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Library Branch: Riverside Public 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

Program Type: Summer Library Club

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Branches	Main Library		Dunbar Branch Library	Elk Valley Branch Library	Riverside Public Library	Sissonville Branch Library	St. Albans Branch Library	Beanstack
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All Day			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 This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. 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 This event is in the "Children" group. 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 "All Ages" group. Mental Health Awareness Month Reading Challenge All Day 5/1 - 5/31 All Ages Beanstack Virtual Event This event is in the "All Ages" group. 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!
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. Tots Storytime and Playgroup 10:30am - 11:30am Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years Sissonville 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. 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.
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4:00pm	This event is in the "Teens" group. TEENS: Movie Mondays 4:00pm - 6:00pm Teens Main Library This event is in the "Teens" group. Library Branch: Main Library Age Group: Teens Program Type: Health & Wellness, Movies & Performances Event Details: For Mental Health awareness month, join us in the Teen Zone for snacks, drinks, and a full screening of the movie adaptation of John Green's hit book, Turtles All the Way Down. 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. 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.
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5:30pm					This event is in the "Family" group. Family Movie Night: Moana 2 5:30pm - 7:30pm Family Riverside Public Library This event is in the "Family" group. Library Branch: Riverside Public Library Age Group: Family Program Type: Movies & Performances Event Details: Bring your own blankie and get comfy as we watch Moana journey through the seas of Oceania. Popcorn, juice and water will be provided. 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.		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. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Once Upon A Trivia 5:30pm - 7:30pm Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens, Adults, Family, Seniors St. Albans Branch Library 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. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Library Branch: St. Albans Branch Library Room: St. Albans Community Room Age Group: Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens, Adults, Family, Seniors Program Type: Contests, Gaming Sessions Event Details: Test your knowledge of Walt and his legacy of characters and attractions in this comprehensive, fun for all ages trivia game! Join us for a multi-round, 60 question game for teams of 1-4 players. Small Prizes will be given. 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.
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6:00pm		This event is in the "Adults" group. Great Decisions 6:00pm - 7:30pm Adults Main Library Open Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Open Library Branch: Main Library Room: Main 311A GKVF Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Classes & Workshops Required Seats Remaining: 15 Event Details: Great Decisions is America's largest discussion program on world affairs. In May, we will be discussing Foreign Policy Crossroads. 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 "Teens" group. Teen Time 6:00pm - 7:00pm Teens Elk Valley Branch Library This event is in the "Teens" group. Library Branch: Elk Valley Branch Library Room: Elk Valley Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Contests, Other Event Details: Teens are invited for Teen Time! Make sure to bring your friends for a fun evening. Call or drop in to see what's going on this month. 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.
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