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Family STEM: Build a Gingerbread House

Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

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

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Arts & Crafts, Holiday, STEM

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Children

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Library Branch: Main Library

Room: Main 406/407 John L. and Maude Dickinson Room

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Holiday, STEM

Registration Required

Event Details:

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

Noon Year's Eve in blue letters with purple background

Noon Year's Eve Celebration

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm

Main Library

Program Type:

Holiday, Storytimes

Age Group:

Family

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Library Branch: Main Library

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Holiday, Storytimes

Event Details:

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

Super Saturday: Nutcracker Storytime with The Charleston Ballet

Saturday, November 28, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Main 311C (A/B) GKVF Meeting Room at Main Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Movies & Performances, Storytimes

Age Group:

Children, Family, All Ages

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Library Branch: Main Library

Room: Main 311C (A/B) GKVF Meeting Room

Age Group: Children, Family, All Ages

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Movies & Performances, Storytimes

Event Details:

Begin the holiday season with the The Charleston Ballet at our annual Nutcracker Storytime!

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Branches	Main Library				Cross Lanes Branch Library	Dunbar Branch Library		Elk Valley Branch Library	Glasgow Branch Library	Bookmobile	Sissonville Branch Library
Rooms	No room assigned	Main 311B GKVF Meeting Room	Main 406 John L. and Maude Dickinson Storytime Room	Main 406/407 John L. and Maude Dickinson Room	Cross Lanes Meeting Room	No room assigned	Dunbar Meeting Room	Elk Valley Meeting Room A/B	No room assigned	No room assigned	No room assigned
All Day	This event is in the "Teens" group TEENS: Artist Trading Cards All Day 7/5–7/31 Teens Main Library This event is in the "Teens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Age Group: Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Drop by the Teen Zone to make Artist Trading Cards with paint pens, permanent markers, magazine clippings, and other miscellaneous materials. This is a great way to reduce, reuse, and recycle by giving old playing cards new life. 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.					This event is in the "All Ages" group Christmas in July Duck Hunt 07/05/2025 @ 9:30am–07/31/2025 @ 8:00pm All Ages Dunbar Branch Library This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library Age Group: All Ages Program Type: I-Spy & Scavenger Hunts Event Details: Come join in the Hunt for our Santa Duck. He has flown in from the North Pole to visit us in July and has decided to play games of Hide and Seek. Once you find him go to the Circ desk and let the staff know where he is hiding. 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.
10:00am				This event is in the "Toddlers: 18-36 Months" group Little Explorers Storytime 10:00am–10:45am Toddlers: 18-36 Months Main Library This event is in the "Toddlers: 18-36 Months" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Main 406/407 John L. and Maude Dickinson Room Age Group: Toddlers: 18-36 Months Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Enjoy books, songs and rhymes followed by a sensory play activity. 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.						This event is in the "All Ages" group Marmet Library 10:00am–1:00pm All Ages Bookmobile Offsite Event This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bookmobile Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Bookmobile 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.
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11:00am								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 SLC: Colorful Chemistry with Arclin 11:00am–12:00pm Children, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Elk Valley Branch Library Room: Elk Valley Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Children, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years Program Type: STEM, Summer Library Club Event Details: Dive into a world of color and curiosity with Arclin. Through hands-on science experiments, kids will explore the magic of chemistry and the wonders of the world around them. Disclaimer(s) Accessibility Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation to attend a program at any KCPL facility should contact the ADA Coordinator at least 48 hours prior to the event. Phone: 304-343-4646 ext. 1242 or 1268 Email: facilities@kanawhalibrary.org Main Library Patrons with strollers, wheelchairs, or other wheeled devices will find it easier to use the Jacobson Tower entrance on Quarrier Street or the Skybridge entrance via Summers Street Garage. Accompanying Adults This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted. Photo & Video We often photograph and videotape library events. These images are used for publicizing KCPL and its programs. If you do not wish to be photographed, please let the photographer or a staff member know.
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1:00pm							This event is in the "All Ages" group Book Return and Chill- End of SLC 1:00pm–3:00pm All Ages Dunbar Branch Library This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library Room: Dunbar Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Gaming Sessions, Summer Library Club Event Details: Help us wrap up Summer Library Club in a laid back setting. Return your library materials, finalize your SLC reading logs, grab a popsicle, and play some fun games!
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2:00pm					This event is in the "All Ages" group Eat the Rainbow 2:00pm–3:00pm All Ages Cross Lanes Branch Library Closed Registration Required This event is in the "All Ages" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Cross Lanes Branch Library Room: Cross Lanes Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Summer Library Club Registration Required Event Details: Wrap up Summer Library Club by tasting the rainbow! Learn about and sample some colorful fruits and vegetables. We will even whip up a healthy smoothie to try. 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.				This event is in the "Family" group Color Our World Finale 2:00pm–4:00pm Family Glasgow Branch Library This event is in the "Family" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Glasgow Branch Library Age Group: Family Program Type: Other Event Details: Arrive ready to get messy. We will be painting and playing outside to end summer reading. There will be snacks and prizes. Don't forget this date is the last day to log your books for the Dirty Birds tickets. 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.
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2:30pm										This event is in the "All Ages" group Marmet Library 2:30pm–7:00pm All Ages Bookmobile Offsite Event This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bookmobile Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Bookmobile 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.
2:45pm						This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Majestic Mountains Needle Arts 2:45pm–4:00pm Adults, Seniors Dunbar Branch Library This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: needle work
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6:00pm		This event is in the "Adults" group Canning Basics with WVU Extension Service 6:00pm–7:30pm Adults Main Library Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Main 311B GKVF Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Otis Laury Nutritional Literacy, Classes & Workshops Registration Required Event Details: Learn the basics of canning with Kerri Carte from the WVU Kanawha County Extension Service, including hot water bath and pressure canning. The class will cover canning fruits and vegetables, meats, jams, pickles, and more. 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.	This event is in the "Children" group Read to the Dog 6:00pm–7:15pm Children Main Library This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Main 406 John L. and Maude Dickinson Storytime Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Other Event Details: Drop by with your favorite book and read to Colin, a friendly Golden Retriever therapy dog! Reading aloud to a dog is a fun, stress-free way for kids to build confidence and improve their reading skills. 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 "All Ages" group Eat the Rainbow 6:00pm–7:00pm All Ages Cross Lanes Branch Library Closed Registration Required This event is in the "All Ages" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Cross Lanes Branch Library Room: Cross Lanes Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Summer Library Club Registration Required Event Details: Wrap up Summer Library Club by tasting the rainbow! Learn about and sample some colorful fruits and vegetables. We will even whip up a healthy smoothie to try. 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.						This event is in the "Family" group Sissonville Summer Finale 6:00pm–7:30pm Family Sissonville Branch Library This event is in the "Family" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Sissonville Branch Library Age Group: Family Program Type: Summer Library Club Event Details: Summer is winding down and it is time for our Summer Library Club finale! Enjoy some snacks and meet Mr. Edsel, who will be creating balloon art for kids! Finally, enjoy some take-and-make crafts for children. 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. Photo & Video We often photograph and videotape library events. These images are used for publicizing KCPL and its programs. If you do not wish to be photographed, please let the photographer or a staff member know.
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