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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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Branches	Main Library		IDEA Lab	Dunbar Branch Library		Elk Valley Branch Library		Bookmobile	Riverside Public Library	Sissonville Branch Library	St. Albans Branch Library		Off Site
Rooms	No room assigned	Main 311A GKVF Meeting Room	IDEA Lab	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	No room assigned
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 "All Ages" group Kanawha Mall 10:00am–1:00pm All Ages Bookmobile Offsite Event This event is in the "All Ages" group 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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10:30am										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 Tots Storytime and Playgroup 10:30am–11:30am Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years Sissonville 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: Sissonville Branch Library Room: Sissonville Meeting Room Age Group: Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years Program Type: Playgroups, Storytimes Event Details: Join Miss Danielle for a themed story time and craft. Then stay after to let your little ones play during our playgroup.
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2:00pm			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 This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Family" group This event is in the "Seniors" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Code Club 2:00pm–3:00pm Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens, Adults, Family, Seniors, All Ages IDEA Lab Open Registration Required 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 This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Family" group This event is in the "Seniors" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Open Library Branch: IDEA Lab Room: IDEA Lab Age Group: Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens, Adults, Family, Seniors, All Ages Program Type: Classes & Workshops, IDEA Lab, STEM Registration Required Event Details: Join us in the IDEA Lab for this month's Code Club! Check back soon for more details. 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.
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2:30pm								This event is in the "All Ages" group Kanawha Mall 2:30pm–4:00pm All Ages Bookmobile Offsite Event This event is in the "All Ages" group 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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5:00pm					This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Sewing Class 5:00pm–7:00pm Teens, Adults, Seniors Dunbar Branch Library Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Closed Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library Room: Dunbar Meeting Room Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors Program Type: Classes & Workshops Registration Required Event Details: This is a project based class for people beginning to sew. We have a different project each month designed to teach you different ways to sew. If you are just now turning on and setting up a machine with no knowledge how to use it plea 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 "Children" group This event is in the "Family" group This event is in the "All Ages" group KCPL Night at Light the Night 2025 5:00pm–9:00pm Children, Family, All Ages Off Site Offsite Event This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Family" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Children, Family, All Ages Program Type: Family Nights, Holiday Event Details: Thanks to KCPL's generous community partner, the Charleston Dirty Birds, readers who borrow 5 picture books from any KCPL location between November 15 - December 15, 2025 earn a FREE CHILD'S TI 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. 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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5:30pm							This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Family" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Family Fun: Holidays with the Dogs 5:30pm–7:00pm Children, Family, All Ages Elk Valley Branch 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: Elk Valley Branch Library Room: Elk Valley Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Children, Family, All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Nights, Holiday, Other Event Details: The winter holidays have gone to the dogs ... the therapy dogs, that is! Drop in to visit with Colin the Therapy Dog and Bernese Mountain Dogs, Denali or Dakota, all licensed therapy dogs. 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 "Family" group Holiday Open House: Polar Express PJ Party 5:30pm–7:30pm Family Riverside Public Library This event is in the "Family" group Library Branch: Riverside Public Library Age Group: Family Program Type: Holiday Event Details: We're having a pajama party to host our holiday open house Polar Express theme. Come dressed in you pj's and use your imagination to take a ride on the Polar Express train. Snacks, crafts and special guests will be provided. 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 "Teens" group Welcome to the Other Side: An Upside Down Experience 5:30pm–7:00pm Teens St. Albans Branch Library This event is in the "Teens" group Library Branch: St. Albans Branch Library Room: St. Albans Community Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gaming Sessions, Other Event Details: Join us for an epic celebration packed with creepy fun, 80s throwback vibes, and all kinds of surprises. Whether you’re into mysterious adventures or just excited for some tasty waffle fun, there’s something here for everyone. 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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6:00pm		This event is in the "Adults" group Monday Night Book Group 6:00pm–7:30pm Adults Main Library Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Open Library Branch: Main Library Room: Main 311A GKVF Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Discussions Registration Required Event Details: Join us for Monday Night Book Group. We will be hosting our annual holiday party! We will also discuss a short story. We will vote on the story in our November meeting. 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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