Holiday Open House: The Snowy Day StoryWalk®

All Day
Children, Family, All Ages
Main Library
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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

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.

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.

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
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! 

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.

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.

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
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!

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.

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.

Story time: "Grinch"

11:00am - 12:00pm
Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years
Glasgow Branch Library
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Library Branch: Glasgow Branch Library
Age Group: Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Our story will be "How the Grinch Lost Christmas" by Alastair Heim a sequel to "How the Grinch Stole Christmas" by Dr. Seuss. We will be making a Grinch inspired ornament for our craft.

 

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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.

Storytime and Playgroup

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years
Clendenin Branch Library
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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: Playgroups, Storytimes
Event Details:

Explore stories, songs, rhymes, and more as we begin fostering a love of reading in our youngest library patrons. Then stay after and let your little ones play with toys reserved just for this age group.

Cabin Creek Health Center @ Cabin Creek

2:30pm - 4:00pm
All Ages
Bookmobile
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Bookmobile

Disclaimer(s)

Inclement Weather

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

Family Fun: Crafts, Cookies, & Cocoa

2:30pm - 4:30pm
Children, Family
Elk Valley Branch Library
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Library Branch: Elk Valley Branch Library
Room: Elk Valley Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Nights, Holiday
Event Details:

Drop in anytime between 2:30 and 4:30 to enjoy the most important Cs of the holiday season - crafts, cookies, and cocoa!  Visit stations to make winter holiday-themed crafts, and enjoy a cookie and a cup of cocoa while you're here.

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.

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.

Thursday Afternoon Book Group

3:00pm - 4:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Open
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: 13
Event Details:

Join us for Thursday Afternoon Book Group's 2024-2025 season. In December, we will be discussing The Violin Conspiracy by Brendan Slocumb.

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.

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.

Christmas Ornament Workshop

4:00pm - 7:00pm
All Ages
Clendenin Branch Library
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Library Branch: Clendenin Branch Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops, Family Nights, Holiday
Event Details:

Drop in during these hours to make an assortment of ornaments for your holiday decorations. From very simple to detailed, there is something for all ages and skill levels. 

Holiday Open House: Hot Chocolate and Crafts in the Coffee Nook

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Children, Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens, Adults, Family, Seniors, All Ages
Main Library
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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, Teens, Adults, Family, Seniors, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Holiday
Event Details:

Join us during our Holiday Open House in the Coffee Nook at the Main Library for free hot cocoa presented by Mea Cuppa, while supplies last. Mea Cuppa will be open from 5-7 p.m. 

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.

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: North Pole Adventures

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Children, Family, All Ages
Main Library
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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

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.

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: Relief Print Card Making

5:00pm - 7:00pm
All Ages
IDEA Lab
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Library Branch: IDEA Lab
Room: IDEA Lab
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Holiday, IDEA Lab
Event Details:

Stop by our Holiday Open House before the Charleston Christmas Parade to make your own relief-printed holiday cards with your family! And make sure to check out our other Holiday Open House events

Teen Video Game Night

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens
St. Albans Branch Library
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Library Branch: St. Albans Branch Library
Room: St. Albans Community Room
Age Group: Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens
Program Type: Gaming Sessions
Event Details:

Join us at St. Albans Branch Library for an evening of gaming, and hanging with friends. We will provide game systems and games.

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.

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

5:00pm - 7:30pm
Teens, All Ages
Main Library
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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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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: Selections from White Christmas, with the Capital High School Performing Arts Department

5:15pm - 5:45pm
Children, Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens, Adults, Family, Seniors, All Ages
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 311C (A/B) GKVF 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, Teens, Adults, Family, Seniors, All Ages
Program Type: Holiday, Movies & Performances
Event Details:

During the Main Library's Holiday Open House, join the cast of White Christmas from Capital High School's Performing Arts Department as they sing hits from their production of the musical White Christmas.

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.

Sewing Class

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Dunbar Branch Library
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library
Room: Dunbar Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

This is a project based class for people beginning to sew.  We have a different project each month designed to teach you different ways to sew.  If you are just now turning on and setting up a machine with no knowledge how to use it plea

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.

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 Contest Kick-off

6:00pm - 7:30pm
All Ages
Sissonville Branch Library
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Library Branch: Sissonville Branch Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Holiday
Event Details:

At this special holiday event, enjoy some fun Christmas contests as we kick-off the festivities in Sissonville! Participate in a hilarious Ugly Sweater Competition (family-friendly sweaters only!) or a Cookie Baking Competition.

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.

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.

Cross Lanes Fiction Addiction

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Cross Lanes Branch Library
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Library Branch: Cross Lanes Branch Library
Room: Cross Lanes Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions
Event Details:

Join Aubry and Jessica for a new evening book club where we explore a different genre of fiction each month. This month we will be discussing the holiday romance Lovelight Farms by B.K. Borison.