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This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Used Book Fundraiser

Friday, May 2, 2025 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
St. Albans Community Room at St. Albans Branch Library
Program Type:
Fundraisers & Book Sales
Age Group:
All Ages

Find some great deals while helping support the library!  Hosted by the St. Albans Advisory Board.

Library Branch: St. Albans Branch Library
Room: St. Albans Community Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Fundraisers & Book Sales
Event Details:

Find some great deals while helping support the library!  Hosted by the St. Albans Advisory Board.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Used Book Fundraiser

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 10:00am - 1:30pm
St. Albans Community Room at St. Albans Branch Library
Program Type:
Fundraisers & Book Sales
Age Group:
All Ages

Find some great deals while helping support the library!  Hosted by the St. Albans Advisory Board.

Library Branch: St. Albans Branch Library
Room: St. Albans Community Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Fundraisers & Book Sales
Event Details:

Find some great deals while helping support the library!  Hosted by the St. Albans Advisory Board.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Sissonville Book and Taco Sale

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 10:00am - 3:00pm
Sissonville Meeting Room at Sissonville Branch Library
Program Type:
Fundraisers & Book Sales
Age Group:
All Ages

Join the Sissonville Library staff and the Sissonville Library and Cultural Association members for a huge book sale! The Association members will also be hosting a food sale feature walking tacos, drinks, and cookies!

Library Branch: Sissonville Branch Library
Room: Sissonville Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Fundraisers & Book Sales
Event Details:

Join the Sissonville Library staff and the Sissonville Library and Cultural Association members for a huge book sale! The Association members will also be hosting a food sale feature walking tacos, drinks, and cookies!

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Chickens 101 with Joe Moritz

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Main 311A GKVF Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Otis Laury Nutritional Literacy, Classes & Workshops, STEM
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for Chicken 101.   What does it take to have chickens at home?   Joe Moritz of WVU's Davis College of Agriculture will tell you what it takes to be successful and if chickens are right for you.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 311A GKVF Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Otis Laury Nutritional Literacy, Classes & Workshops, STEM
Required
Seats Remaining: 47
Event Details:

Join us for Chicken 101.   What does it take to have chickens at home?   Joe Moritz of WVU's Davis College of Agriculture will tell you what it takes to be successful and if chickens are right for you.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Kanawha Mall

Monday, May 5, 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.

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

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Sissonville Meeting Room at Sissonville Branch Library
Program Type:
Playgroups, Storytimes
Age Group:
Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years

Join Miss Danielle for a themed Story time and craft. Then stay after and let the little ones play.

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Dunbar Literary Society

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Dunbar Meeting Room at Dunbar Branch Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join the Dunbar Literary Society Book Club for our next read: Girls at 17 Swann Street by Yara Zgheib in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month!  NEW BOOK CLUB TO START THE NEW

Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library
Room: Dunbar Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussions
Event Details:

Join the Dunbar Literary Society Book Club for our next read: Girls at 17 Swann Street by Yara Zgheib in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month!  NEW BOOK CLUB TO START THE NEW

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.

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.

Kanawha Mall

Monday, May 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.

This event is in the "Family" group.

Cinco de Mayo Fiesta

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Riverside Public Library
Program Type:
Family Nights
Age Group:
Family

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo (May 5th) with us. This is an event for all ages. Maracas and other instruments will be available if you want to use them to play along with the music. Food, juice and water will be served.

Library Branch: Riverside Public Library
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Family Nights
Event Details:

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo (May 5th) with us. This is an event for all ages. Maracas and other instruments will be available if you want to use them to play along with the music. Food, juice and water will be served.

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.

This event is in the "Babies: 0-18 Months" group.

Baby and Me Storytime

Tuesday, May 6, 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

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!

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Lab Corp @ Hills Plaza

Tuesday, May 6, 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.

This event is in the "Babies: 0-18 Months" group.

Baby Playgroup

Tuesday, May 6, 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

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.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Puppies & Kittens, Oh My!

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Main 406/407 John L. and Maude Dickenson Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
All Ages

Take a break from the stresses of every day life by petting & cuddling with kittens & puppies from the Kanawha-Charleston Humane Association. Children must be accompanied by adults. This is a Mental Health Awareness Month program.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 406/407 John L. and Maude Dickenson Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Take a break from the stresses of every day life by petting & cuddling with kittens & puppies from the Kanawha-Charleston Humane Association. Children must be accompanied by adults. This is a Mental Health Awareness Month program.

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.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Agsten Manor @ Randolph St.

Tuesday, May 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.

This event is in the "Children" group.
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 "Family" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Family Fun: # "ONE" Card Game Blowout!

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Elk Valley Meeting Room A/B at Elk Valley Branch Library
Program Type:
Family Nights
Age Group:
Children, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Family, All Ages

We all love the classic color-matching, wild-card wielding, shouting "ONE" card game that has been a family fave for years!  Now we're bringing it to the library!

Library Branch: Elk Valley Branch Library
Room: Elk Valley Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Children, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Family, All Ages
Program Type: Family Nights
Event Details:

We all love the classic color-matching, wild-card wielding, shouting "ONE" card game that has been a family fave for years!  Now we're bringing it to the library!

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 "Tweens: 10-12 Years" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Revenge of May Sixth

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Main 311C (A/B) GKVF Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Gaming Sessions, Movies & Performances
Age Group:
Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens, Adults

Twenty years ago, a tragic backstory concluded...

Celebrate the anniversary of this iconic space opera with a full screening, popcorn, life-size character cutouts, sand-planet zen gardens, and laser sword Wii duels.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 311C (A/B) GKVF Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gaming Sessions, Movies & Performances
Event Details:

Twenty years ago, a tragic backstory concluded...

Celebrate the anniversary of this iconic space opera with a full screening, popcorn, life-size character cutouts, sand-planet zen gardens, and laser sword Wii duels.

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.

This event is in the "Family" group.

Family Play Zone

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Dunbar Meeting Room at Dunbar Branch Library
Program Type:
Family Nights
Age Group:
Family

Come in to experience Family Play Zone! A program specifically designed to get families, learning, playing, exploring, and having fun together! 

Activities may include: crafts, games, interactive activities and more!

Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library
Room: Dunbar Meeting Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Family Nights
Event Details:

Come in to experience Family Play Zone! A program specifically designed to get families, learning, playing, exploring, and having fun together! 

Activities may include: crafts, games, interactive activities and more!

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 "Adults" group.

A Novel Idea Book Club

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Riverside Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions
Age Group:
Adults

Join our monthly book club! We provide everyone a drink and snack. Our members discuss a different book each month from many different genres. Come join the discussion or just sit and listen in. We would love to have you!

Library Branch: Riverside Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions
Event Details:

Join our monthly book club! We provide everyone a drink and snack. Our members discuss a different book each month from many different genres. Come join the discussion or just sit and listen in. We would love to have you!

This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Transparent Dried Flower Bookmarks

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

Join us for an evening of crafting your very own bookmark. We will take flowers and press them into a transparent bookmark. If you have flowers you would like to use, bring them. If not that's fine also, we will go outside and pick some.

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

Join us for an evening of crafting your very own bookmark. We will take flowers and press them into a transparent bookmark. If you have flowers you would like to use, bring them. If not that's fine also, we will go outside and pick some.

This event is in the "Toddlers: 18-36 Months" group.

Tiny Tots Storytime

Wednesday, May 7, 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

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!

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.

Jump into Storytime

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Elk Valley Meeting Room A/B at Elk Valley Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytimes
Age Group:
Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years

Storytime sessions are designed for children up to 5 years of age.  Children and their caregivers will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, and more.  Partner with us to begin fostering a love of reading and books in our youngest library patron

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, Storytimes
Event Details:

Storytime sessions are designed for children up to 5 years of age.  Children and their caregivers will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, and more.  Partner with us to begin fostering a love of reading and books in our youngest library patron

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.

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.

Storytime

Wednesday, May 7, 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

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

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. 

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.

This event is in the "Babies: 0-18 Months" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers: 18-36 Months" group.

Born to Read

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
St. Albans Community Room at St. Albans Branch Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months

Stories, songs, and rhymes for our youngest patrons.

Library Branch: St. Albans Branch Library
Room: St. Albans Community Room
Age Group: Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Stories, songs, and rhymes for our youngest patrons.

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.

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.

Playgroup

Wednesday, May 7, 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

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.