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Winter Watch Challenge 2025 banner with snowman mug

Winter Watch Challenge

All Day 1/1 - 1/31
Beanstack
Program Type:
Reading Challenge, Winter Library Club
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Watch 5 movies between January 1 through January 31 to be entered into a grand prize drawing for a movie popcorn basket. One grand prize is available at each branch library locatio...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Beanstack
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Reading Challenge, Winter Library Club
Event Details:

Watch 5 movies between January 1 through January 31 to be entered into a grand prize drawing for a movie popcorn basket. One grand prize is available at each branch library location.* **

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.

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Civil Rights Exhibit

All Day 1/2 - 1/31
Main Library
Program Type:
Displays & Exhibits
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

 All ages are invited to view the traveling interactive exhibit, "Celebrating the 60th Anniversary of the Civil Rights Act of 1964", designed by Eve Faulkes and created by the...

Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Displays & Exhibits
Event Details:

 All ages are invited to view the traveling interactive exhibit, "Celebrating the 60th Anniversary of the Civil Rights Act of 1964", designed by Eve Faulkes and created by the Community Coalition for Social Justice of Morgantown, WV.

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.

BLOCK FOR MOVE

All Day
Dunbar Johnson Room at Dunbar Branch Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

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Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library
Room: Dunbar Johnson Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

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BLOCK FOR MOVE

All Day
Dunbar Meeting Room at Dunbar Branch Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

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Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library
Room: Dunbar Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

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Dollar Tree @ Dupont City

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
All Ages
Offsite Event
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.

BLOCK FOR MOVE

All Day
Dunbar Meeting Room at Dunbar Branch Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

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Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library
Room: Dunbar Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

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BLOCK FOR MOVE

All Day
Dunbar Johnson Room at Dunbar Branch Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

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Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library
Room: Dunbar Johnson Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

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Old Kanawha Baptist Church @ Pratt

Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
All Ages
Offsite Event
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.

Tiny Art Show Reception

Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 4:30pm - 7:30pm
St. Albans Community Room at St. Albans Branch Library
Program Type:
Displays & Exhibits
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Join us for a tiny art show reception and meet the artist.  The exhibit will be on display January 30, 2025 until February 9, 2025.

Library Branch: St. Albans Branch Library
Room: St. Albans Community Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Displays & Exhibits
Event Details:

Join us for a tiny art show reception and meet the artist.  The exhibit will be on display January 30, 2025 until February 9, 2025.

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.

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.

Hot Chocolate Day January 31

Cocoa Café!

Friday, January 31, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Cross Lanes Meeting Room at Cross Lanes Branch Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Celebrate National Hot Chocolate Day with a visit to our hot cocoa café. Choose from a variety of toppings and mix-ins to customize your drink.

Library Branch: Cross Lanes Branch Library
Room: Cross Lanes Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Celebrate National Hot Chocolate Day with a visit to our hot cocoa café. Choose from a variety of toppings and mix-ins to customize your drink.

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.

Black History Month Reading Challenge 2025

Black History Month Reading Challenge

All Day 2/1 - 2/28
Beanstack
Program Type:
Reading Challenge
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Join us on Beanstack in February for our Black History Month Reading Challenge! This month, we challenge you to read one book written by a Black author or illustrated by a Black ar...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Beanstack
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Reading Challenge
Event Details:

Join us on Beanstack in February for our Black History Month Reading Challenge! This month, we challenge you to read one book written by a Black author or illustrated by a Black artist.

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.

Panel w/black background, white lettering, and intertwined hands

Civil Rights Exhibit

All Day 2/1 - 2/28
Main Library
Program Type:
Displays & Exhibits
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

 All ages are invited to view the traveling interactive exhibit, "Celebrating the 60th Anniversary of the Civil Rights Act of 1964", designed by Eve Faulkes and created by the...

Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Displays & Exhibits
Event Details:

 All ages are invited to view the traveling interactive exhibit, "Celebrating the 60th Anniversary of the Civil Rights Act of 1964", designed by Eve Faulkes and created by the Community Coalition for Social Justice of Morgantown, WV.

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.

Love Letters to the Library

LOVE LETTERS TO THE LIBRARY

02/01/2025 @ 9:30am to 02/28/2025 @ 5:00pm
Dunbar Branch Library
Program Type:
Holiday
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Stop by the library and write your own "Love Letter to the Library" on our "hearts". Completed hearts will be displayed in the library for all to see. Tell us why YOU love the libr...

Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Holiday
Event Details:

Stop by the library and write your own "Love Letter to the Library" on our "hearts". Completed hearts will be displayed in the library for all to see. Tell us why YOU love the library!

Kanawha Mall

Monday, February 3, 2025 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
All Ages
Offsite Event
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.

Kanawha Mall

Monday, February 3, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
All Ages
Offsite Event
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.

Church of the Nazarene @ Campbells Creek

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
All Ages
Offsite Event
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.

Thank a Mail Carrier image

Books & More Storytime: Thank a Mail Carrier Day

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Main 406/407 John L. and Maude Dickenson Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Family Nights, Storytimes
Age Group:
Children, Family, All Ages
Event Details:

It's Thank a Mail Carrier Day! Learn more about these public service workers and the US Postal Service through stories, songs, and activities. Registration not required.

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, Storytimes
Event Details:

It's Thank a Mail Carrier Day! Learn more about these public service workers and the US Postal Service through stories, songs, and activities.

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.

Valentine's for the Nursing Home

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Sissonville Meeting Room at Sissonville Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Family Nights
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults, Family, Seniors, All Ages
Event Details:

Are you wanting to make a difference in our community? Join us for a night of crafting Valentines Cards for our local nursing home. Let's help brighten the residence day. Ever...

Library Branch: Sissonville Branch Library
Room: Sissonville Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Family, Seniors, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Nights
Event Details:

Are you wanting to make a difference in our community? Join us for a night of crafting Valentines Cards for our local 

nursing home. Let's help brighten the residence day. Everyone deserves to feel loved on Valentines Day.

Kenna Homes @ South Charleston

Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
All Ages
Offsite Event
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.

Cabin Creek Health Center @ Cabin Creek

Thursday, February 6, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
All Ages
Offsite Event
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.

Chess Club

Dunbar Library Chess Club

Friday, February 7, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Dunbar Meeting Room at Dunbar Branch Library
Program Type:
Gaming Sessions
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Our Chess Club welcomes players of all skill levels and its aim is to provide beginners and experienced players alike an opportunity to learn the game of chess, improve their chess...

Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library
Room: Dunbar Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Gaming Sessions
Event Details:

Our Chess Club welcomes players of all skill levels and its aim is to provide beginners and experienced players alike an opportunity to learn the game of chess, improve their chess skills, and to enjoy challenging their peers, while experiencing h

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.

Example of fuse beads!

Fuse Bead Fun

Friday, February 7, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Cross Lanes Meeting Room at Cross Lanes Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Come join us for a fun fuse bead craft. 

Library Branch: Cross Lanes Branch Library
Room: Cross Lanes Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come join us for a fun fuse bead craft. 

Disclaimer(s)

Inclement Weather

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

Valentine Cake Pops

Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Clendenin Branch Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Holiday, STEM
Age Group:
Family, All Ages
Event Details:

Bring the family for this Valentine treat.  Learn to make and decorate a delicious cake pop. Make one to eat at the event and make another to take home.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Clendenin Branch Library
Age Group: Family, All Ages
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Holiday, STEM
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Bring the family for this Valentine treat.  Learn to make and decorate a delicious cake pop. Make one to eat at the event and make another to take home.

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.

Kanawha Mall

Monday, February 10, 2025 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
All Ages
Offsite Event
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.