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Winter Watch Challenge

All Day 1/1 - 1/31
All Ages
Beanstack
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.

Civil Rights Exhibit

All Day 1/2 - 1/31
All Ages
Main Library
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.

ADULT SNOWMAN I SPY

01/03/2025 @ 9:30am - 01/31/2025 @ 4:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Dunbar Branch Library
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!

Winter Watch Movie and Crafternoon

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens, Adults, Family, Seniors, All Ages
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 311B GKVF Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens, Adults, Family, Seniors, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Movies & Performances, Winter Library Club
Event Details:

Join us to watch Flubber and make your very own gooey slime. Don't forget to register for our Winter Watch Challenge while you're at the library! The Winter Watch Challenge will take place Jan. 1-31, 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.

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.

Children's Martin Luther King I Spy

All Day
Children, Family
Dunbar Branch Library
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! 

Kanawha Mall

10:00am - 1:00pm
All Ages
Bookmobile
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 for Kids

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Children, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years
Main Library
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.

Kanawha Mall

2:30pm - 4:00pm
All Ages
Bookmobile
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 Workshop

4:30pm - 7:00pm
Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens, Adults, Seniors
St. Albans Branch Library
Library Branch: St. Albans Branch Library
Room: St. Albans Community Room
Age Group: Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Drop in and paint a masterpiece onto a tiny canvas.  Your art will be on exhibit at the St Albans Branch January 30, 2025-February 8, 2025, after which you may pick it up.  All supplies will be provided by the library.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Cooks and Books

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 308/309 Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Otis Laury Nutritional Literacy, Book Discussions
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Cooks and Books is a discussion group that will meet on the second Monday of every other month to share recipes and explore beautiful cookbooks together.

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.

New Year, New Chapter: A Creative Writing Program

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children
Main Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 406/407 John L. and Maude Dickenson Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Author Events, Classes & Workshops
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Start off the new year by learning a new hobby - or growing your love - of creative writing.  From fun writing prompts to creating your very own book, join this program each Monday in January to hone a craft that you can enjoy forever! 

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.

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.

Tweens: New Year, New Vision

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Tweens: 10-12 Years
Elk Valley Branch Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Elk Valley Branch Library
Room: Elk Valley Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Tweens: 10-12 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Holiday
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

It's a new year, so it's a great time to think about the goals you want to accomplish during the next 365 days.  What better way for your tween to do that than with a vision board?

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.

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.

Children's Martin Luther King I Spy

All Day
Children, Family
Dunbar Branch Library
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! 

Baby and Me Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Babies: 0-18 Months
Main Library
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

10:30am - 11:00am
Babies: 0-18 Months
Main Library
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.

Church of the Nazarene @ Campbells Creek

2:30pm - 4:00pm
All Ages
Bookmobile
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 Sew: Stuffies

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years
Clendenin Branch Library
Library Branch: Clendenin Branch Library
Age Group: Children, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops
Event Details:

Sew an easy, fun stuffie! Learn a few simple hand sewing stitches and you will be ready to sew.  All materials supplied, but feel free to bring your own sewing kit.

Tech Tuesdays: Artemis Spaceship Simulator

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
IDEA Lab
Open
Registration
Library Branch: IDEA Lab
Room: IDEA Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, IDEA Lab, STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Join us for Tech Tuesday at the library! Explore the wonders of space with the Artemis Spaceship Simulator software. Step into the cockpit of a spacecraft and experience the thrill of space exploration firsthand. 

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.

Books & More Storytime: Painting Party

5:30pm - 6:15pm
Children, Family, All Ages
Main Library
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:

Wear your comfy, painting-appropriate clothes and join us for some stories about painting and time to try your hand at free-form painting. All you need to bring is a little creativity. 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.

Adult Craft Time - Faux Tile Mosaic

5:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Elk Valley Branch Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Elk Valley Branch Library
Room: Elk Valley Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Learn a great way to recycle magazines and make art that looks like a ceramic mosaic. This easy recycled magazine art uses a technique that makes the paper look like ceramic mosaic tiles! All materials will be provided.

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.

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.

Show and Tell Book Club

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults, Seniors
St. Albans Branch Library
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.

Children's Martin Luther King I Spy

All Day
Children, Family
Dunbar Branch Library
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 Tots Storytime

10:00am - 10:45am
Toddlers: 18-36 Months
Main Library
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!

Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years
Cross Lanes Branch Library
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.