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Building Block Challenge!

3:30pm - 7:30pm
All Ages
IDEA Lab
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.

TEENS: Anime Club!

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Movies & Performances
Event Details:

Join us in the Teen Zone for this month's Anime Club! Celebrate the start of spring with a water-themed anime, snacks, and a craft!

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.

Winter Craft Session

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Family
Sissonville Branch Library
Library Branch: Sissonville Branch Library
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

In this winter drop-in activity, find snowy craft workstations throughout the library for participants of all ages. Need something to do while school is out? Stop in and make a cute snowman friend!

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.

Full STEM Ahead: Mission to Space

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Children, Family
Elk Valley Branch Library
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.

Scrabble Ornaments

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Dunbar Branch Library
Registration
Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library
Room: Dunbar Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Looking for a unique and creative way to decorate your tree or give thoughtful, handmade gifts this holiday season? Join us to make custom Scrabble tile ornaments!

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.

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.

Noon Year's Eve Party

11:00am - 12:00pm
Family
Clendenin Branch Library
Library Branch: Clendenin Branch Library
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Holiday
Event Details:

3...2...1...--Count down to the best family "Noon" Year's Eve party in Clendenin! Children and families are invited to celebrate the New Year by counting down the minutes until noon!

Noon Years Eve Party

11:00am - 12:15pm
All Ages
Dunbar Branch Library
Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library
Room: Dunbar Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Holiday
Event Details:

Join us for the party of the year! Ring in the Noon years with crafts, activities, cookies, punch, and music! We will have a special countdown to noon! 

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.

Noon Years Eve

11:00am - 12:30pm
All Ages
Sissonville Branch Library
Library Branch: Sissonville Branch Library
Room: Sissonville Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other
Event Details:

It's back by popular demand! Sissonville Libraries Noon Years Eve Party!!! Come ring in the Noon Year with us! We will have party favors and crafts. Oh and let's not forget the music.

Noon Year's Eve Party

11:30am - 12:30pm
Family
Cross Lanes Branch Library
Registration
Library Branch: Cross Lanes Branch Library
Room: Cross Lanes Meeting Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Holiday
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Do you have children who would love to stay up late and celebrate the end of the year, but it's beyond their bedtime? Come join us for our NOON Year's Eve party, where we'll celebrate at 12 noon! Registration opens December 3 at 10:00 am.

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.

New Year's Eve Bubble Show Draft

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 311C (A/B) GKVF Meeting Room
Purpose of Meeting

This is a tentative hold for this room based on space considerations needed for this public program presented by Robert Edsel Young. Please see Terri McDougal with any questions.

New Year's Eve Bubble Show!

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children, Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Family
Main Library
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.

Dunbar Library Chess Club

2:00pm - 4:00pm
All Ages
Dunbar Branch Library
Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library
Room: Dunbar Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Gaming Sessions
Event Details:

Our Chess Club welcomes players of all skill levels and its aim is to provide beginners and experienced players alike an opportunity to learn the game of chess, improve their chess skills, and to enjoy challenging their peers, while experiencing h

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.

New Year

12/31/2024 @ 5:00pm - 01/01/2025 @ 9:00pm
Some Branches
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

Thursday Afternoon Book Group

3:00pm - 4:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 308/309 Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussions
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Join us for Thursday Afternoon Book Group's 2024-2025 season. In January, we will be discussing The Lost Apothecary by Sarah Penner. 

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.

COMING SOON A BOOK CLUB TO SEE!!

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

COMING SOON!!!   A NEW BOOK CLUB TO START THE NEW YEAR!!!

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.

Family Snow Ball

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Family
Dunbar Branch Library
Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library
Room: Dunbar Meeting Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Family Nights
Event Details:

Come chill in the snow (fake snow) at our Family Snow Ball!

We will have sensory bins full of fake snow to play in, snowman craft to make, build a miniature edible snowman, and play snow games!

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.

A Novel Idea Book Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Riverside Public Library
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!

A Craft for Small Hands

11:00am - 11:30am
Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years
St. Albans Branch Library
Library Branch: St. Albans Branch Library
Room: St. Albans Community Room
Age Group: Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytimes
Event Details:

Make a fun and simple craft and listen to a short story. Come dressed to 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.

ADULT CRAFTERNOON

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Dunbar Branch Library
Registration
Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library
Room: Dunbar Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Snowmen melt our hearts!!   Come in out of the cold and make a cute melting snowman!   All materials are provided.  This is a Registered event.  Registration opens on December 12th.

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.

TEENS: YUM Club!

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Main Library
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!

Movie of the Month

11:00am - 1:00pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
St. Albans Branch Library
Library Branch: St. Albans Branch Library
Room: St. Albans Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Movies & Performances
Event Details:

January's Movie of the Month is Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror. Released in 1922, German director F.W.

Winter Watch Challenge 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.