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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.

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

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.

Snowman I Spy

ADULT SNOWMAN I SPY

01/03/2025 @ 9:30am to 01/31/2025 @ 4:30pm
Dunbar Branch Library
Program Type:
I-Spy & Scavenger Hunts
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

COME IN FROM THE COLD AND HUNT ALONG WITH US!!!  THE SNOWMEN HAVE INVAIDED THE LIBRARY!!  HELP US FIND ALL OF THEM HIDDEN IN THE LIBRARY!TAKE A SHEET AND FIND OUR 8 SNOWY...

Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: I-Spy & Scavenger Hunts
Event Details:

COME IN FROM THE COLD AND HUNT ALONG WITH US!!!  THE SNOWMEN HAVE INVAIDED THE LIBRARY!!  HELP US FIND ALL OF THEM HIDDEN IN THE LIBRARY!

Martin Luther King I have a dream

Children's Martin Luther King I Spy

All Day
Dunbar Branch Library
Program Type:
I-Spy & Scavenger Hunts
Age Group:
Children, Family
Event Details:

Can you find all the hidden pictures? Come visit us and try your hand at searching high and low for the pictures hidden throughout the children's area! When you find the all, you c...

Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: I-Spy & Scavenger Hunts
Event Details:

Can you find all the hidden pictures? Come visit us and try your hand at searching high and low for the pictures hidden throughout the children's area! When you find the all, you can turn it in at the desk for a special prize! 

mom and baby

Baby and Me Storytime

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Main 406/407 John L. and Maude Dickenson Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Babies: 0-18 Months
Event Details:

Interactive program with books, songs, tickle rhymes, knee bounces and more!

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 406/407 John L. and Maude Dickenson Room
Age Group: Babies: 0-18 Months
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Interactive program with books, songs, tickle rhymes, knee bounces and more!

Dollar General @ Montgomery

Tuesday, January 28, 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.

baby playgroup

Baby Playgroup

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Main 406/407 John L. and Maude Dickenson Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Playgroups
Age Group:
Babies: 0-18 Months
Event Details:

Informal playgroup to encourage play and social interaction between parents, caregivers, babies, and toddlers.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 406/407 John L. and Maude Dickenson Room
Age Group: Babies: 0-18 Months
Program Type: Playgroups
Event Details:

Informal playgroup to encourage play and social interaction between parents, caregivers, babies, and toddlers.

Dollar General @ East Bank

Tuesday, January 28, 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.

Kids in Snow

BINGO - Winter

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Cross Lanes Meeting Room at Cross Lanes Branch Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens
Event Details:

Let's play BINGO! Come play a few games and maybe earn some prizes.

Library Branch: Cross Lanes Branch Library
Room: Cross Lanes Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Let's play BINGO! Come play a few games and maybe earn some prizes.

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.

International Lego Day 2025

Books & More Storytime: International Lego Day

Tuesday, January 28, 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:

Every January 28, International Lego Day is celebrated. We're going to learn about the history of Legos, then host a challenge where each builder will share his/her/their creation ...

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:

Every January 28, International Lego Day is celebrated. We're going to learn about the history of Legos, then host a challenge where each builder will share his/her/their creation with our group! Registration not required.

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.

Chinese new year commemorative postage stamp with colorful floral art snake

Adult Social Hour - Lunar New Year Style!

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Elk Valley Meeting Room A at Elk Valley Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Holiday, Other
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Drop by for a fun social hour and celebrate the upcoming Chinese New Year! We will have snacks and themed games and activities for entertainment. Bring a friend and your favorite s...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Elk Valley Branch Library
Room: Elk Valley Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Holiday, Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 22
Event Details:

Drop by for a fun social hour and celebrate the upcoming Chinese New Year! We will have snacks and themed games and activities for entertainment. Bring a friend and your favorite snack to share (not required!) and be ready to have some fun!

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.

True Crime Club New Year New Evidence Flyer

True Crime Club: New Year, New Evidence

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
St. Albans Community Room at St. Albans Branch Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Kick off the new year with a deep dive into the fascinating world of forensic science and justice at our True Crime Club event, New Year, New Evidence. We’ll explore groundbreaking...

Library Branch: St. Albans Branch Library
Room: St. Albans Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Event Details:

Kick off the new year with a deep dive into the fascinating world of forensic science and justice at our True Crime Club event, New Year, New Evidence.

Tuesday Night Bingo

Tuesday Night Bingo

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Riverside Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming Sessions
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Come Play Win with Bingo. No fee to play. Prizes are from the Dollar Tree.

Library Branch: Riverside Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gaming Sessions
Event Details:

Come Play Win with Bingo. No fee to play. Prizes are from the Dollar Tree.

Free Art

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Sissonville Meeting Room at Sissonville Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Family, All Ages
Event Details:

Join us on International Creativity Month! Free art night! We will have all kinds of different materials for you to use your creativity and to make something spectacular!

Library Branch: Sissonville Branch Library
Room: Sissonville Meeting Room
Age Group: Family, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us on International Creativity Month! Free art night! We will have all kinds of different materials for you to use your creativity and to make something spectacular!

BLOCK FOR MOVE

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

block for move

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

block for move

BLOCK FOR MOVE

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

block for move

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

block for move

Martin Luther King I have a dream

Children's Martin Luther King I Spy

All Day
Dunbar Branch Library
Program Type:
I-Spy & Scavenger Hunts
Age Group:
Children, Family
Event Details:

Can you find all the hidden pictures? Come visit us and try your hand at searching high and low for the pictures hidden throughout the children's area! When you find the all, you c...

Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: I-Spy & Scavenger Hunts
Event Details:

Can you find all the hidden pictures? Come visit us and try your hand at searching high and low for the pictures hidden throughout the children's area! When you find the all, you can turn it in at the desk for a special prize! 

tiny

Tiny Tots Storytime

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Main 406/407 John L. and Maude Dickenson Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Toddlers: 18-36 Months
Event Details:

Interactive program with books, songs, musical instruments, play and more!

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:

Interactive program with books, songs, musical instruments, play and more!

Kids with a book

Storytime

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Cross Lanes Meeting Room at Cross Lanes Branch Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years
Event Details:

Get moving at this interactive storytime! Little ones will develop early literacy skills in a fun way with music, dancing, singing and stories. Storytime will be canceled in the ev...

Library Branch: Cross Lanes Branch Library
Room: Cross Lanes Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Get moving at this interactive storytime! Little ones will develop early literacy skills in a fun way with music, dancing, singing and stories. Storytime will be canceled in the event that Kanawha County Schools are closed.

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.

KCPL STEM logo

Discovery Play: Exploring with Senses

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Elk Valley Meeting Room A/B at Elk Valley Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Playgroups, STEM
Age Group:
Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years
Event Details:

Join us for some cool interactive, hands-on activities and craft projects that target all five senses.  Children under the age of 5 and their favorite adults are encouraged to...

Library Branch: Elk Valley Branch Library
Room: Elk Valley Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Playgroups, STEM
Event Details:

Join us for some cool interactive, hands-on activities and craft projects that target all five senses.  Children under the age of 5 and their favorite adults are encouraged to attend.  Come dressed to have fun and make a mess!

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.

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.

Sensory Play

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Sissonville Meeting Room at Sissonville Branch Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years
Event Details:

Join Miss Danielle for Sensory Play. She will have bins with different materials for your little ones to explore. 

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: Other
Event Details:

Join Miss Danielle for Sensory Play. She will have bins with different materials for your little ones to explore. 

Playgroup Text

Playgroup

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Cross Lanes Meeting Room at Cross Lanes Branch Library
Program Type:
Playgroups
Age Group:
Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years
Event Details:

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.

Library Branch: Cross Lanes Branch Library
Room: Cross Lanes Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years
Program Type: Playgroups
Event Details:

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.

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.

" Maisy's Chinese New Year"

Story time: Chinese New Year

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Riverside Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years
Event Details:

Come celebrate Chinese New Year. Craft will be dragon masks.

Library Branch: Riverside Public Library
Age Group: Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Come celebrate Chinese New Year. Craft will be dragon masks.

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.

Book Cover

Wednesday Book Group

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Main 311A GKVF Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join us on the last Wednesday of each month at 11:30 a.m. as we discuss each month's title at the Main Library in Charleston. This month we will be reading In The Shadow of the Gre...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 311A GKVF Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussions
Event Details:

Join us on the last Wednesday of each month at 11:30 a.m. as we discuss each month's title at the Main Library in Charleston. This month we will be reading In The Shadow of the Greenbrier by Emily Matchar!

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.