The Otis Laury Nutritional Literacy Center offers the community a space that promotes healthy dietary habits and provides information and programs to improve the health and well-being of all West Virginians. Visit the OLNL Center on the Main Library’s 3rd Floor, where you can browse the Center’s OLNL collection, take part in KCPL’s nutritional literacy programs, and learn more about Otis Laury.
Otis Laury is a Charleston area entrepreneur, chef, and artist who has owned and operated several restaurants and catering businesses and has served as executive chef for three West Virginia governors. Otis was named a Distinguished West Virginian by governors Bob Wise and Joe Manchin. Described as “West Virginia’s Renaissance man”, Otis Laury has spent a lifetime mentoring youth about growing, cooking, and serving healthy food. He is also an acclaimed artist, painter, and sculptor.
OLNL Center Events
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!
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.
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!
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.
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!
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!
Spring Has Sprung! Plant an Herb Garden
Start off your spring season by planting your very own herb garden! We will have pots, seeds, and soil at the library for you to start your garden, whether it stays small on your counter or you re-plant in the ground later.
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.
Otis Laury Collection
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Grand dishes
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Holistic homesteading
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Healthy vegetarian & vegan slow cooker
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Grow more food
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Complete container herb gardening
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50 ways to start a garden
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Cook smart, eat well
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Manual of healthy longevity & wellbeing
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The slimming foodie in minutes
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The vegetable garden problem solver handbook
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Ramen
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The ChopChop family cookbook
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Salads in a jar
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The whole 9 months
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Beginning seed saving for the home gardener
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The art of pantry cooking
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The complete heart-healthy cookbook for beginners
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Simple food 4 you
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Canyon Ranch nourish
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The Vegucated family table
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The 5-minute, 5-ingredient lunchbox
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Year-round edible gardening
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The healthy bariatric smoothies recipe book
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Gestational diabetes cookbook for the newly diagnosed
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Ayurvedic herbal medicine for beginners
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Deliciously healthy fertility
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Taste of home make-ahead comfort foods
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All-American cookbook.
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Noon
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The green gardening handbook
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The epic outdoor griddle cookbook
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Spice apothecary
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The food counter's pocket companion
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Caribbean paleo
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BBQ for all
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Pickle & ferment
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The Korean cookbook
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The butcher's table
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The garden maker's book of wonder
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The yogurt cookbook
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Wholesome bowls
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Pasta for all seasons
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Healing herbal teas
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Love to eat
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Authentic Brazilian home cooking
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The real food table
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The grace-filled homestead cookbook
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The quick and easy Instant Pot diet cookbook
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Eat your flowers
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No meat required
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Healthy eats
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How to eat to beat disease cookbook
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Quick and easy vegetarian cooking for beginners
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The Joslin Diabetes great chefs cook healthy cookbook
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The year-round vegetable gardener
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Jeremy Pang's simple family feasts
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Slice
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The hormone type cookbook
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The plant-based 5-ingredient cookbook
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Mediterranean summer table
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The week-by-week vegetable gardener's handbook
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The VB6 cookbook
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The 5-ingredient low-cholesterol cookbook
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Mediterranean small plates
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Healthy vegan breakfasts and lunches
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Yellowstone
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Edible
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Country quick & easy
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101 things to do with an instant pot
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The healthy cookbook for teens
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Abuela's plant-based kitchen
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Vegan Vietnamese
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The slow cooker cookbook
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101 things to do with a slow cooker
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A year in the kitchen
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Quick and easy juicing recipes
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The plant-based diabetes cookbook
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Whole
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The garden primer
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101 things to do with a casserole
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Made in Taiwan
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Mom's very best recipes
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Tasty, healthy, cheap
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Campfire cooking
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Foodology
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The vegan Middle Eastern cookbook
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Future of nutrition
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Living the good life in the city
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Tasting Vietnam
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Welcome autumn
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Cali-Baja cuisine
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The green arte
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Slimming and tasty
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Wild game cooking
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Quick and easy electric pressure cooker
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The Preserving Garden
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Eat well with arthritis
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My big fat Greek cookbook
Check Out The Gazette Mail featured article about Otis Laury and KCPL's new Nutritional Literacy Program.
