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Adult I Spy April Flowers

Adult I Spy April Flowers

03/31/2025 @ 10:00am to 04/08/2025 @ 8:00pm
Dunbar Branch Library
Program Type:
I-Spy & Scavenger Hunts
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

April Showers bring May Flowers!   Come in out of the rain and try to find all of the Flowers on the I Spy Sheet.  Once you find them and answer the question on the bring...

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

April Showers bring May Flowers!   Come in out of the rain and try to find all of the Flowers on the I Spy Sheet.  Once you find them and answer the question on the bring your sheet up to the Circulation Desk for a Prize.

earth day

Earth Day Children's Beanstack Reading Challenge

All Day 4/1 - 4/30
Beanstack
Program Type:
Reading Challenge
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join us on Beanstack in April for our Children's Earth Day Reading Challenge! This month, we challenge you to read 1 book about Earth Day, recycling, composting, or protecting our ...

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

Join us on Beanstack in April for our Children's Earth Day Reading Challenge! This month, we challenge you to read 1 book about Earth Day, recycling, composting, or protecting our planet.

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.

Multicolor image with words Week of the Young Child

Celebrating the Week of the Young Child

All Day 4/5 - 4/8
Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Playgroups, Storytimes
Age Group:
Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years, Family
Event Details:

Kanawha County Public Library asks Kanawha County to come together for children during the Week of the Young Child® (April 5-11, 2025). Children and families are invited to attend ...

Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Playgroups, Storytimes
Event Details:

Kanawha County Public Library asks Kanawha County to come together for children during the Week of the Young Child® (April 5-11, 2025).

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.

Library card with Mothman and library card with open book

National Library Week Prize Drawings

All Day 4/6 - 4/8
Main Library
Program Type:
Contests, Other
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Celebrate National Library Week, April 6-12!  Visit the Main Library Children's Services Department during this week and enter to win a prize. Prize drawings will be held dail...

Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Contests, Other
Event Details:

Celebrate National Library Week, April 6-12!  Visit the Main Library Children's Services Department during this week and enter to win a prize. Prize drawings will be held daily that week with winners being notified the following day.

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.

National Library Week: Staff Who's Who?

All Day 4/7 - 4/8
Elk Valley Branch Library
Program Type:
Contests, Holiday
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

How well do you think you know the smiling faces who assist you every day at the library?  Let's find out!  A display made up of clues about each staff member will be out...

Library Branch: Elk Valley Branch Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Contests, Holiday
Event Details:

How well do you think you know the smiling faces who assist you every day at the library?  Let's find out!  A display made up of clues about each staff member will be out for you to test your skills.

Kanawha Mall

Monday, April 7, 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.

Tots Storytime and Playgroup

Monday, April 7, 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
Event Details:

Join Miss Danielle for a themed Storytime and craft. Stay after and let the little ones play at playgroup. 

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 Storytime and craft. Stay after and let the little ones play at playgroup. 

Chess Pieces on Either Side with "Chess Club" in the Middle

Chess Club for Kids

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Main 406/407 John L. and Maude Dickenson Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Gaming Sessions
Age Group:
Children, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years
Event Details:

Children ages 6-12 are invited to participate in this community Chess Club held every other Monday. Learn new chess skills while playing the game. 

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 406/407 John L. and Maude Dickenson Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years
Program Type: Gaming Sessions
Event Details:

Children ages 6-12 are invited to participate in this community Chess Club held every other Monday. Learn new chess skills while playing the game. 

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.

Babel

DUNBAR LITERARY SOCIETY

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Dunbar Meeting Room at Dunbar Branch Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join the Dunbar Literary Society Book Club for our next read: R.F. Kuang’s Babel, or the Necessity of Violence!Babel, or the Necessity of Violence by R.F. Kuang is a historical fan...

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: R.F. Kuang’s Babel, or the Necessity of Violence!

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.

Kanawha Mall

Monday, April 7, 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.

4-H meeting

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Riverside Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Tweens: 10-12 Years
Event Details:

Interested in being part of 4-H? Come by for a meeting and check out what's happening. Ages 9-18 can join free of charge, no monthly dues.

Library Branch: Riverside Public Library
Age Group: Tweens: 10-12 Years
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Interested in being part of 4-H? Come by for a meeting and check out what's happening. Ages 9-18 can join free of charge, no monthly dues.

National Library Week: Drawn to the Library

All Day
Clendenin Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Holiday
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Activities and crafts all week in celebration. Check out a display of a giant book and use it for a photo op.

Library Branch: Clendenin Branch Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Holiday
Event Details:

Activities and crafts all week in celebration. Check out a display of a giant book and use it for a photo op.

mom and baby

Baby and Me Storytime

Tuesday, April 8, 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!

baby playgroup

Baby Playgroup

Tuesday, April 8, 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.

Hop to It Stories & Egg Hunt

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Elk Valley Meeting Room A/B at Elk Valley Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Holiday, Storytimes
Age Group:
Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years
Event Details:

We're switching it up with a mini Spring-themed storytime on a Tuesday morning.  Enjoy some hoppin' good stories, with an egg hunt to follow.  Children ages 3 and under w...

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, Holiday, Storytimes
Event Details:

We're switching it up with a mini Spring-themed storytime on a Tuesday morning.  Enjoy some hoppin' good stories, with an egg hunt to follow.

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.

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.

Church of the Nazarene @ Campbells Creek

Tuesday, April 8, 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.

Bingo card

Book Character Bingo

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Cross Lanes Meeting Room at Cross Lanes Branch Library
Program Type:
Contests, Other
Age Group:
Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens
Event Details:

In honor of National Library Week, KCPL is having a Spirit Week! Tuesday is Favorite Book Character Day. Celebrate the day with us by stopping in for some Book Character Bingo! Dre...

Library Branch: Cross Lanes Branch Library
Room: Cross Lanes Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens
Program Type: Contests, Other
Event Details:

In honor of National Library Week, KCPL is having a Spirit Week! Tuesday is Favorite Book Character Day. Celebrate the day with us by stopping in for some Book Character Bingo!

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.

yum club

TEENS: YUM Club!

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library
Program Type:
Otis Laury Nutritional Literacy
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Drop by the Teen Zone to try a variety of snacks from a different country. Work with friends to answer trivia questions and rank the snacks!

Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Otis Laury Nutritional Literacy
Event Details:

Drop by the Teen Zone to try a variety of snacks from a different country. Work with friends to answer trivia questions and rank the snacks!

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.

Shelves of books with the words Show and Tell Book Club overlayed on top

Show and Tell Book Club

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
St. Albans Community Room at St. Albans Branch Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Are you interested in joining a book club, but aren't sure you would be interested in the selected titles? In our Show and Tell Book Club, you get to choose. Each month we pick a t...

Library Branch: St. Albans Branch Library
Room: St. Albans Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussions
Event Details:

Are you interested in joining a book club, but aren't sure you would be interested in the selected titles? In our Show and Tell Book Club, you get to choose.

Closed for Staff Development Day

All Day
Main Library, IDEA Lab, Clendenin Branch Library, Cross Lanes Branch Library, Dunbar Branch Library, Elk Valley Branch Library, Glasgow Branch Library, Marmet Branch Library, Bookmobile, Riverside Public Library, Sissonville Branch Library, St. Albans Branch Library
Closing
Branches:
Main Library, IDEA Lab, Clendenin Branch Library, Cross Lanes Branch Library, Dunbar Branch Library, Elk Valley Branch Library, Glasgow Branch Library, Marmet Branch Library, Bookmobile, Riverside Public Library, Sissonville Branch Library, St. Albans Branch Library

SDD Closing

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 9:00am - 9:00pm
Main Library, IDEA Lab, Clendenin Branch Library, Cross Lanes Branch Library, Dunbar Branch Library, Elk Valley Branch Library, Glasgow Branch Library, Marmet Branch Library, Bookmobile, Nitro Public Library (Affiliate), Riverside Public Library, Sissonville Branch Library, St. Albans Branch Library
Closing
Branches:
Main Library, IDEA Lab, Clendenin Branch Library, Cross Lanes Branch Library, Dunbar Branch Library, Elk Valley Branch Library, Glasgow Branch Library, Marmet Branch Library, Bookmobile, Nitro Public Library (Affiliate), Riverside Public Library, Sissonville Branch Library, St. Albans Branch Library
Multicolor image with words Week of the Young Child

Celebrating the Week of the Young Child

All Day 4/10 - 4/11
Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Playgroups, Storytimes
Age Group:
Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years, Family
Event Details:

Kanawha County Public Library asks Kanawha County to come together for children during the Week of the Young Child® (April 5-11, 2025). Children and families are invited to attend ...

Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Playgroups, Storytimes
Event Details:

Kanawha County Public Library asks Kanawha County to come together for children during the Week of the Young Child® (April 5-11, 2025).

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.

Library card with Mothman and library card with open book

National Library Week Prize Drawings

All Day 4/10 - 4/12
Main Library
Program Type:
Contests, Other
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Celebrate National Library Week, April 6-12!  Visit the Main Library Children's Services Department during this week and enter to win a prize. Prize drawings will be held dail...

Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Contests, Other
Event Details:

Celebrate National Library Week, April 6-12!  Visit the Main Library Children's Services Department during this week and enter to win a prize. Prize drawings will be held daily that week with winners being notified the following day.

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.

National Library Week: Staff Who's Who?

All Day 4/10 - 4/12
Elk Valley Branch Library
Program Type:
Contests, Holiday
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

How well do you think you know the smiling faces who assist you every day at the library?  Let's find out!  A display made up of clues about each staff member will be out...

Library Branch: Elk Valley Branch Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Contests, Holiday
Event Details:

How well do you think you know the smiling faces who assist you every day at the library?  Let's find out!  A display made up of clues about each staff member will be out for you to test your skills.