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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

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Holiday, Storytimes

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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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Rooms	No room assigned	Main 406/407 John L. and Maude Dickinson Room	No room assigned	Dunbar Meeting Room	No room assigned	Elk Valley Meeting Room A/B	No room assigned	No room assigned	Sissonville Meeting Room	No room assigned	St. Albans Community Room
All Day	This event is in the "All Ages" group Mitten Tree 12/01/2025 @ 9:00am–12/23/2025 @ 5:00pm All Ages Main Library This event is in the "All Ages" group Library Branch: Main Library Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Health & Wellness, Holiday Event Details: Head, shoulders, HANDS, and toes....help us keep all of these warm by bringing hats, scarves, mittens or socks for friends in the community! We will decorate our Mitten Tree with your donations. Donations accepted through December 31. 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 Christmas Duck Hunt 12/01/2025 @ 9:30am–12/23/2025 @ 5:00pm All Ages Dunbar Branch Library This event is in the "All Ages" group Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library Age Group: All Ages Program Type: I-Spy & Scavenger Hunts Event Details: Step in out of the cold and join in a fun game of Duck Hunt! Hidden around the library is our sneaky duck dressed as one of Santas Reindeer! Once you find him, do not move him!		This event is in the "All Ages" group Holiday Decoration Exchange All Day 12/1–12/22 All Ages Elk Valley Branch Library This event is in the "All Ages" group Library Branch: Elk Valley Branch Library Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Holiday Event Details: If you have too many holiday decorations, bring some in. If you need some new (to you!) decorations, help yourself to whatever we have! This table will be available all month, so please check in frequently for different items. 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 "Elementary: 6-11 Years" group ELF I SPY 12/01/2025 @ 10:00am–12/19/2025 @ 5:00pm Elementary: 6-11 Years Riverside Public Library This event is in the "Elementary: 6-11 Years" group Library Branch: Riverside Public Library Age Group: Elementary: 6-11 Years Program Type: Holiday Event Details: December 1-19 we will be having an ELF I SPY. Come in and see what these mischievous elves are doing for the day. Find all the elves and get a prize from the treasure chest. One prize per child per day.		This event is in the "Pre-K: 3-5 Years" group This event is in the "Elementary: 6-11 Years" group This event is in the "Tweens: 10-12 Years" group I Spy: Santa's Workshop All Day 12/1–12/22 Pre-K: 3-5 Years, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years St. Albans Branch Library This event is in the "Pre-K: 3-5 Years" group This event is in the "Elementary: 6-11 Years" group This event is in the "Tweens: 10-12 Years" group Library Branch: St. Albans Branch Library Age Group: Pre-K: 3-5 Years, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years Program Type: I-Spy & Scavenger Hunts Event Details: Elves are busy in the library! Find all five "toys" and get a small prize. 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.
10:00am		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 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: Babies: 0-18 Months Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Interactive program with books, songs, tickle rhymes, knee bounces and more!
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10:30am		This event is in the "Babies: 0-18 Months" group Baby Playgroup 10:30am–11:00am Babies: 0-18 Months Main Library This event is in the "Babies: 0-18 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: Babies: 0-18 Months Program Type: Playgroups Event Details: Informal playgroup to encourage play and social interaction between parents, caregivers, babies, and toddlers.
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2:00pm						This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Adult Crafternoon: Paper Holiday Ornaments 2:00pm–3:30pm Adults, Seniors Elk Valley Branch Library Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Open 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: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Come make holiday ornaments using book pages and sheet music. We will have a variety of simple instructions to make your choice of shapes and sizes. All materials will be provided. 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.
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2:30pm							This event is in the "All Ages" group Old Kanawha Baptist Church @ Pratt 2:30pm–4:00pm 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) Inclement Weather All programs are subject to rescheduling or cancellation in the event of inclement weather.
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5:30pm		This event is in the "Children" group Pokémon Club 5:30pm–6:30pm 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 406/407 John L. and Maude Dickinson Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gaming Sessions Event Details: Calling all Pokémon Fans! Our Pokémon Club is an opportunity for young Pokémon enthusiasts (ages 12 & under) to battle, share, and play with each other. Children trading cards need permission from their guardian to do so. 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 "Family" group 3rd Annual Gingerbread House Decorating Contest 5:30pm–6:30pm Family Dunbar Branch Library Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Family" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library Room: Dunbar Meeting Room Age Group: Family Program Type: Family Nights, Holiday Registration Required Event Details: Does your family have what it takes to decorate the winning gingerbread house? Work to beat the clock and other families in our annual gingerbread house decorating contest! 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. 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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6:00pm								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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Riverside Public Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Discussions Event Details: Join our monthly book club! 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 "Family" group This event is in the "All Ages" group All Aboard!!! 6:00pm–8:00pm Family, All Ages Sissonville Branch Library This event is in the "Family" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Sissonville Branch Library Room: Sissonville Meeting Room Age Group: Family, All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Nights, Movies & Performances Event Details: Get ready to believe in the magic of the season! Join us for a special "All Aboard the Polar Express" movie and craft night. The evening begins with kids receiving their very own golden ticket, just like in the movie. 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group St Albans Writes 6:00pm–7:30pm 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: St. Albans Branch Library Room: St. Albans Community Room Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors Program Type: Author Events Event Details: The St. Albans Public Library Advisory Board is proud to announce that Bob Maroney will present at St. Albans Writes, at 6 p.m. Tuesday, December 2, in the second floor Community Room at the St. Albans Public Library. 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. 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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