Sensory Storytime

10:00am - 10:45am
Toddlers: 18-36 Months
Main Library
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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.

Jump into Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years
Clendenin Branch Library
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Clendenin Branch Library
Room: Clendenin Meeting Room
Age Group: Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years
Program Type: Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Join us for story time! Together, we'll explore picture books, songs, rhymes, and more.  

Lil' Bookworms Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years
Dunbar Branch Library
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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! 

Lil' Tinkers Playgroup

11:00am - 11:30am
Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years
Dunbar Branch Library
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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! 

Playgroup at the Library

11:00am - 11:30am
Pre-K: 3-5 Years
Clendenin Branch Library
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Library Branch: Clendenin Branch Library
Age Group: Pre-K: 3-5 Years
Program Type: Playgroups
Event Details:

All the fun of a traditional playgroup but with none of the fuss! Drop in to socialize with other families and play with toys reserved just for this age group. Parents supervise their children at this informal gathering.

Teens: Anime Afternoon

12:00pm - 7:30pm
Teens
Main Library
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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 7:30pm.

Thursday Afternoon Book Group

3:00pm - 4:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 308/309 Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussions
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Thursday Afternoon Book Group will be reading The Optimist's Daughter by Eudora Welty. Books will be available for check-out at the Main Library starting October 6. 

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.

Books and More Storytime

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Pre-K: 3-5 Years
Main Library
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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.

Children's Sewing Club

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years
Clendenin Branch Library
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Clendenin Branch Library
Room: Clendenin Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Each class will cover a different hand sewing skill and a small project to make.

Celebrate DINOvember

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Family
Cross Lanes Branch Library
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Cross Lanes Branch Library
Room: Cross Lanes Meeting Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Kick-off DINOvember by creating a unique dinosaur painting. Be sure to visit the library throughout the month for take home activities that celebrate DINOvember!

Family Fun: STEM Night

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Family
St. Albans Branch Library
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Library Branch: St. Albans Branch Library
Room: St. Albans Community Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Family Nights, STEM
Event Details:

Enjoy a family play group featuring a variety of activities for all ages. Building bricks, magnetic tiles, textile toys, and more.

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.

Kids' Paint Night: Turkey Time

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Family
Elk Valley Branch Library
Closed
Required
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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
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

What better way to kick off the month of November than by painting a festive turkey!  Number of participants is limited to 15, and they must register via the library's online programming calendar or call the Elk Valley Library at 304-965-3636

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.

Family Game Night

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Family
Riverside Public Library
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Library Branch: Riverside Public Library
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Family Nights
Event Details:

Come join us for family games and prizes. One game we will be playing is Hot Turkey.

National Novel Writing Month: The Joy of Writing with Richard Hartman

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Main Library
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 311A GKVF Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Events
Required
Seats Remaining: 37
Event Details:

The library is kicking off National Novel Writing Month with local author Richard Hartman. Hartman will be discussing his writing journey and the publication of his book, "A Night in the Woods — And Other Absurdities of Life." 

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.