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Name: Holiday Open House
Start: 2024-12-14T12:00:00-05:00
End: 2024-12-14T14:00:00-05:00
Location: Clendenin Branch Library

Featured Events

Holiday Open House

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Clendenin Branch Library

Program Type:

Holiday

Age Group:

All Ages

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Library Branch: Clendenin Branch Library

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Holiday

Event Details:

Bring in the holiday season with a celebration at the library. Visit with Santa, help decorate the library's Christmas tree, and have your picture drawn by Caricature artist Gordon Parker.

Holiday Happenings!

Sunday, December 15, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Main Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Holiday

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, All Ages

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Library Branch: Main Library

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, All Ages

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Holiday

Event Details:

It is an afternoon of free holiday fun! Children of all ages are invited to share their Christmas lists with visitors from the North Pole beginning at 2 pm. Bring your camera to take holiday photos of your children with Mr.

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.

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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.

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

Waitlist

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: 0

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

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.

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Families Paint: Tinsel & Trees

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Elk Valley Meeting Room A/B at Elk Valley Branch Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops, Family Nights, Holiday

Age Group:

Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Family

Open

Library Branch: Elk Valley Branch Library

Room: Elk Valley Meeting Room A/B

Age Group: Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Family

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops, Family Nights, Holiday

Required

Seats Remaining: 12

Event Details:

Make sure to register for Elk Valley Library's monthly painting night, designed for the whole family. This month, we will paint a festive holiday fir tree, and you can be as creative as you want with your masterpiece!

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Required

Accessibility

Inclement Weather

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

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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

Waitlist

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: 0

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

Accessibility

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.

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Noon Year's Eve Party

Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm

Clendenin Branch Library

Program Type:

Holiday

Age Group:

Family

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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!

Winter Watch Challenge

All Day 1/1 - 1/31

Beanstack

Program Type:

Reading Challenge, Winter Library Club

Age Group:

All Ages

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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

Books & More Storytime: New Year, New Books!

Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:15pm

Main 406/407 John L. and Maude Dickenson Room at Main Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Family Nights, Storytimes

Age Group:

Children, Family, All Ages

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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:

Happy New Year! Did you get new books over the holidays? Want to find some new reads? Join us for some stories and activities, and bring some of your gently read books to talk about and swap with your library friends!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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.

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Cooks and Books

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Main 308/309 Conference Room at Main Library

Program Type:

Otis Laury Nutritional Literacy, Book Discussions

Age Group:

Adults, Seniors

Open

Library Branch: Main Library

Room: Main 308/309 Conference Room

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Otis Laury Nutritional Literacy, Book Discussions

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

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.

Books & More Storytime: Painting Party

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:15pm

Main 406/407 John L. and Maude Dickenson Room at Main Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Family Nights, Storytimes

Age Group:

Children, Family, All Ages

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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 some comfy, painting-appropriate clothes and join us for some stories about painting and time to do some free-form painting. All you need to bring is a little creativity. Registration not required.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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.

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All Day	This event is in the "All Ages" group. Winter Watch Challenge All Day 1/1 - 1/31 All Ages Beanstack Virtual Event This event is in the "All Ages" group. 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.
	This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. ADULT SNOWMAN I SPY 01/03/2025 @ 9:30am - 01/31/2025 @ 4:30pm Adults, Seniors Dunbar Branch Library This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. 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!
		This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Family" group. Children's Martin Luther King I Spy All Day Children, Family Dunbar Branch Library This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Family" group. 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!	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Family" group. Children's Martin Luther King I Spy All Day Children, Family Dunbar Branch Library This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Family" group. 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!	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Family" group. Children's Martin Luther King I Spy All Day Children, Family Dunbar Branch Library This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Family" group. 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!	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Family" group. Children's Martin Luther King I Spy All Day Children, Family Dunbar Branch Library This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Family" group. 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!	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Family" group. Children's Martin Luther King I Spy All Day Children, Family Dunbar Branch Library This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Family" group. 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!	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Family" group. Children's Martin Luther King I Spy All Day Children, Family Dunbar Branch Library This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Family" group. 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!
10 am			This event is in the "Babies: 0-18 Months" group. Baby and Me Storytime 10:00am - 10:30am Babies: 0-18 Months Main Library This event is in the "Babies: 0-18 Months" group. 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 "Toddlers: 18-36 Months" group. Tiny Tots Storytime 10:00am - 10:45am Toddlers: 18-36 Months Main Library This event is in the "Toddlers: 18-36 Months" group. 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 10:30am - 11:00am Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years Elk Valley Branch Library 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. 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. 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.	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. Lil' Bookworms Storytime 10:00am - 10:30am Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years Dunbar Branch Library 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. Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library Age Group: Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Join us for Lil' Bookworms Storytime as we explore learning through songs, poems, music, books, movement and more! 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. 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.
11 am				This event is in the "Toddlers: 18-36 Months" group. This event is in the "Pre-K: 3-5 Years" group. A Craft for Small Hands 11:00am - 11:30am Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years St. Albans Branch Library This event is in the "Toddlers: 18-36 Months" group. This event is in the "Pre-K: 3-5 Years" group. 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. 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 11:00am - 11:30am Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years Cross Lanes Branch Library 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. 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. 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. Stay 'n Play 11:00am - 11:30am Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years Elk Valley Branch Library 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. 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, Playgroups Event Details: Stick around after storytime for a playgroup for preschool-aged kiddoes. This is a great opportunity for children to interact and socialize with others their age. Same goes for you, adults! Meet other caregivers while the kids ha 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. 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. This event is in the "Toddlers: 18-36 Months" group. This event is in the "Pre-K: 3-5 Years" group. Story time: Polar Bear 11:00am - 12:00pm Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years Riverside Public Library This event is in the "Toddlers: 18-36 Months" group. This event is in the "Pre-K: 3-5 Years" group. Library Branch: Riverside Public Library Age Group: Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: A polar bear is coming up the mountain for a visit in "She'll be Coming Up the Mountain" by Kim Norman. Polar Bear craft after story. 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 "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. Lil' Tinkers Playgroup 11:00am - 11:30am Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years Dunbar Branch Library 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. Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library Age Group: Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years Program Type: Playgroups Event Details: Join us for Lil' Tinkers Playgroup. During our play sessions we will explore cognitive, social, and emotional development, along with mastering fine and gross motor skills, all through play! 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. 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.		This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Tote bags 11:00am - 12:00pm Teens, Adults Cross Lanes Branch Library Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Cross Lanes Branch Library Room: Cross Lanes Meeting Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Required Seats Remaining: 5 Event Details: Create your own unique tote bag while learning about some of our cool makerspace technology! Disclaimer(s) Inclement Weather All programs are subject to rescheduling or cancellation in the event of inclement weather. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Movie of the Month 11:00am - 1:00pm Teens, Adults, Seniors St. Albans Branch Library This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. 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.
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2 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. The Dunbar Literary Society 2:00pm - 3:30pm Adults, Seniors Dunbar Branch Library This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library Room: Dunbar Meeting Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Book Discussions Event Details: Join us for the inaugural meeting of our new book club the Dunbar Literary Society on January 6th at 2 PM! 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 "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Adult Crafternoon - Faux Tile Mosaic 2:00pm - 4:00pm Adults, Seniors Elk Valley Branch Library Required This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Library Branch: Elk Valley Branch Library Room: Elk Valley Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops Required Seats Remaining: 12 Event Details: Learn a great way to recycle magazines and make art that looks like a faux 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.	This event is in the "Adults" group. ADULT CRAFTERNOON 2:00pm - 4:00pm Adults Dunbar Branch Library Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library Room: Dunbar Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts 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.	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. Family Fun: Board Games 2:30pm - 4:30pm Children, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Family Elk Valley Branch Library 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. 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 Program Type: Family Nights, Gaming Sessions Event Details: Drop in after school to play some board games with your friends. A variety of games will be available for you to choose from. Bring your family and all your friends; the more the merrier! 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.	This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. New Year, New Hobby: Soap-Making 2:00pm - 4:00pm Adults, Seniors Main Library Open Required This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Open Library Branch: Main Library Room: Main 311B GKVF Meeting Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops Required Seats Remaining: 3 Event Details: Are you looking to try something new in the New Year? Join us for our New Year, New Hobby series. We will be hosting events on Fridays throughout January, each featuring ways to get started with a new hobby. 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.
3 pm			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 "Teens" group. Indoor Snowball Fight 3:00pm - 4:00pm Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens Cross Lanes Branch Library 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 "Teens" group. 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.
4 pm				This event is in the "Teens" group. TEENS: YUM Club! 4:00pm - 5:00pm Teens Main Library This event is in the "Teens" group. 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!
5 pm			This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Books & More Storytime: New Year, New Books! 5:30pm - 6:15pm Children, Family, All Ages Main Library This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. 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: Happy New Year! Did you get new books over the holidays? Want to find some new reads? Join us for some stories and activities, and bring some of your gently read books to talk about and swap with your library friends! 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 "Family" group. Family Snow Ball 5:30pm - 6:30pm Family Dunbar Branch Library This event is in the "Family" group. 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.		This event is in the "All Ages" group. Fuse Bead Fun 5:00pm - 6:00pm All Ages Dunbar Branch Library Required This event is in the "All Ages" group. Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library Room: Dunbar Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts Required Seats Remaining: 10 Event Details: Come join us for a fun fuse bead craft. Open to all ages! 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. 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.
6 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group. A Novel Idea Book Club 6:00pm - 7:00pm Adults Riverside Public Library This event is in the "Adults" group. 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 "Adults" group. Cross Lanes Fiction Addiction 6:30pm - 7:30pm Adults Cross Lanes Branch Library This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Cross Lanes Branch Library Room: Cross Lanes Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Discussions Event Details: Join Aubry and Jessica for a new evening book club where we explore a different genre of fiction each month. This month we will be discussing The Bear and the Nightingale by Katherine Arden.

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