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STEM: Christmas Magic

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Clendenin Branch Library
Program Type:
Holiday, STEM
Age Group:
Elementary: 6-11 Years
Event Details:

Get ready for Christmas!  Try your hand at making a spinning Christmas Tree, magic candy and more! 

Library Branch: Clendenin Branch Library
Age Group: Elementary: 6-11 Years
Program Type: Holiday, STEM
Event Details:

Get ready for Christmas!  Try your hand at making a spinning Christmas Tree, magic candy and more!



 

Personalize your own winter decor with our Glowforge!

Lasers 101: Personalized Winter Signs

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
IDEA Lab at IDEA Lab
Program Type:
IDEA Lab, STEM
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Learn how to use our Glowforge Design software and become familiar with the machine itself while making a personalized winter decor for your home -- or as a gift!

Open
Required
Library Branch: IDEA Lab
Room: IDEA Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: IDEA Lab, STEM
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Learn how to use our Glowforge Design software and become familiar with the machine itself while making a personalized winter decor for your home -- or as a gift!

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.

Inclement Weather

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

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Holiday Slime Time

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Clendenin Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEM
Age Group:
Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years
Event Details:

Who doesn't love slime? Now's the time to make great Holiday Slime with all the sparkles and fun of the season!

Library Branch: Clendenin Branch Library
Age Group: Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM
Event Details:

Who doesn't love slime? Now's the time to make great Holiday Slime with all the sparkles and fun of the season!

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Books & More Family STEM: Build a Gingerbread House

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Main 406/407 John L. and Maude Dickenson Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Holiday, STEM
Age Group:
Pre-K: 3-5 Years, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years
Event Details:

Register children ages 3-12 to design and build a gingerbread house with the family. We provide the supplies; bring your creativity!  

Open
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 406/407 John L. and Maude Dickenson Room
Age Group: Pre-K: 3-5 Years, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Holiday, STEM
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Register children ages 3-12 to design and build a gingerbread house with the family. We provide the supplies; bring your creativity! 

 

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.

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.

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Winter Robot Challenge

Friday, December 20, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main 407 John L. and Maude Dickenson Craft Room at Main Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Pre-K: 3-5 Years, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years
Event Details:

School is out! Stop in to enjoy some 'unplugged' fun with our Vex Bots and Ozobots which introduce children to coding. Registration not required.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 407 John L. and Maude Dickenson Craft Room
Age Group: Pre-K: 3-5 Years, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

School is out! Stop in to enjoy some 'unplugged' fun with our Vex Bots and Ozobots which introduce children to coding. 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.

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Family STEM: Build a Gingerbread House

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main 406/407 John L. and Maude Dickenson Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Holiday, STEM
Age Group:
Pre-K: 3-5 Years, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years
Event Details:

Register children ages 3-12 to design and build a gingerbread house with the family. We provide the supplies; bring your creativity!  

Open
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 406/407 John L. and Maude Dickenson Room
Age Group: Pre-K: 3-5 Years, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Holiday, STEM
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Register children ages 3-12 to design and build a gingerbread house with the family. We provide the supplies; bring your creativity! 

 

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.

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.

Create ornaments, accessories, art and other gifts with our 3D pens!

Drop-In 3D Pen Gifts!

Sunday, December 22, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
IDEA Lab at IDEA Lab
Program Type:
IDEA Lab, STEM
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Looking for a last-minute gift or a personalized ornament? Drop in to create something cool with our 3D pens! We'll provide some winter-themed templates for you to choose from -- o...

Library Branch: IDEA Lab
Room: IDEA Lab
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: IDEA Lab, STEM
Event Details:

Looking for a last-minute gift or a personalized ornament? Drop in to create something cool with our 3D pens! We'll provide some winter-themed templates for you to choose from -- or you can use your creativity to come up with something unique!

Disclaimer(s)

Inclement Weather

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

Building Block Battle in the IDEA Lab

Building Block Challenge!

Thursday, December 26, 2024 at 3:30pm - 7:30pm
IDEA Lab
Program Type:
IDEA Lab, STEM
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Stop by the IDEA Lab and create something cool with our building blocks! Think your creation is the coolest? Leave your name, age, and email for a chance to win a 3D-printed prize!

Library Branch: IDEA Lab
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: IDEA Lab, STEM
Event Details:

Stop by the IDEA Lab and create something cool with our building blocks! Think your creation is the coolest? Leave your name, age, and email for a chance to win a 3D-printed prize!

Disclaimer(s)

Inclement Weather

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

Full STEM Ahead: Mission to Space

Monday, December 30, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Elk Valley Meeting Room A/B at Elk Valley Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Family Nights, STEM
Age Group:
Children, Family
Event Details:

What better way to spend an afternoon when you are on school break than at the library?!  This hands-on, interactive event will take participants on a journey to explore diffe...

Library Branch: Elk Valley Branch Library
Room: Elk Valley Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Nights, STEM
Event Details:

What better way to spend an afternoon when you are on school break than at the library?!  This hands-on, interactive event will take participants on a journey to explore different aspects of outer space, with activities such as building and l

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.

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New Year's Eve Bubble Show!

Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main 406/407 John L. and Maude Dickenson Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Holiday, STEM
Age Group:
Children, Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Family
Event Details:

Celebrate New Year's Eve with us as we host Edsel Entertainment's Bubble Show!  Be amazed as bubbles of all sizes are created, even life-size ones.  Spend the afternoon a...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 406/407 John L. and Maude Dickenson 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, Family
Program Type: Holiday, STEM
Event Details:

Celebrate New Year's Eve with us as we host Edsel Entertainment's Bubble Show!  Be amazed as bubbles of all sizes are created, even life-size ones.

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.

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.

Indoor Snowball Fight

Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Cross Lanes Meeting Room at Cross Lanes Branch Library
Program Type:
Contests, STEM
Age Group:
Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens
Event Details:

Stop by the library for all of the fun of a traditional snowball fight without any of the cold! Create a "snowball" launcher using everyday household items and test it out in a mar...

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, STEM
Event Details:

Stop by the library for all of the fun of a traditional snowball fight without any of the cold! Create a "snowball" launcher using everyday household items and test it out in a marshmallow "snowball" battle royale! 

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.