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STEM: Robot Adventures at the Iditarod Sled Dog Race

Friday, March 13, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Main 407 John L. and Maude Dickinson Craft Room at Main Library

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America 250, STEM, Storytimes

Age Group:

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

Open

Library Branch: Main Library

Room: Main 407 John L. and Maude Dickinson Craft Room

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

Program Type: America 250, STEM, Storytimes

Registration Required

Event Details:

Celebrate the 54th Iditarod Sled Dog Race! Have fun learning about the Iditarod and the role of sled dogs in Alaska’s history.

Two black & white dogs in bright white snow

Kids Paint: Hercules & Ned

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Main 311B GKVF Meeting Room at Main Library

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Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops, Family Nights

Age Group:

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

Open

Library Branch: Main Library

Room: Main 311B GKVF Meeting Room

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

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

Registration Required

Event Details:

Children ages 6-12 are invited to a paint party to paint sketches of Hercules and his co-airport dog, Ned, in celebration of Hercules' birthday. This class is presented by a KCS art teacher and West Virginia International Yeager Airport.

STEM: Robots! Build and code together

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:15pm

Main 407 John L. and Maude Dickinson Craft Room at Main Library

Program Type:

STEM

Age Group:

Children

Open

Library Branch: Main Library

Room: Main 407 John L. and Maude Dickinson Craft Room

Age Group: Children

Program Type: STEM

Registration Required

Event Details:

Register children ages 8–13 for a fun, hands-on robotics adventure with WVSU Extension and VEX GO Robotics! In this beginner-friendly program, participants will build and program a robot!

Elk Valley Advisory Board Used Book Fundraiser

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm

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

Program Type:

Fundraisers & Book Sales

Age Group:

All Ages

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Library Branch: Elk Valley Branch Library

Room: Elk Valley Meeting Room A/B

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Fundraisers & Book Sales

Event Details:

Find some great deals while helping support the library. Choose from books, DVDs, magazines and children's books. Sponsored by the Elk Valley Advisory Board.

Elk Valley Advisory Board Used Book Fundraiser

Friday, April 10, 2026 at 10:00am - 3:00pm

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

Program Type:

Fundraisers & Book Sales

Age Group:

All Ages

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Library Branch: Elk Valley Branch Library

Room: Elk Valley Meeting Room A/B

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Fundraisers & Book Sales

Event Details:

Find some great deals while helping support the library. Choose from books, DVDs, magazines and children's books. Sponsored by the Elk Valley Advisory Board.

Elk Valley Advisory Board Used Book Fundraiser

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 10:00am - 1:00pm

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

Program Type:

Fundraisers & Book Sales

Age Group:

All Ages

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Library Branch: Elk Valley Branch Library

Room: Elk Valley Meeting Room A/B

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Fundraisers & Book Sales

Event Details:

Find some great deals while helping support the library. Choose from books, DVDs, magazines and children's books. Sponsored by the Elk Valley Advisory Board.

Poetry on the Plaza: Community Poetry Readings with Featured Speaker L. Renée

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Main 311A GKVF Meeting Room at Main Library

Program Type:

Author Events, Classes & Workshops, Movies & Performances

Age Group:

Teens, Adults, Seniors

Open

Library Branch: Main Library

Room: Main 311A GKVF Meeting Room

Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Author Events, Classes & Workshops, Movies & Performances

Registration Required

Event Details:

Join us outdoors for Poetry on the Plaza and have the opportunity to recite your very own poem to celebrate National Poetry Month.

Cooks and Books

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm

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

Registration Required

Event Details:

This month, we will sharing the holiday recipes that made it to our tables this year, whether it was tried-and-true or something new!

Cooks and Books

Monday, July 13, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm

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

Registration Required

Event Details:

This month, we will sharing the holiday recipes that made it to our tables this year, whether it was tried-and-true or something new!

Cooks and Books

Monday, September 14, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm

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

Registration Required

Event Details:

This month, we will sharing the holiday recipes that made it to our tables this year, whether it was tried-and-true or something new!

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Branches	Main Library		Cross Lanes Branch Library		Dunbar Branch Library		St. Albans Branch Library	Beanstack
Rooms	Main 311B GKVF Meeting Room	Main 407 John L. and Maude Dickinson Craft Room	No room assigned	Cross Lanes Meeting Room	No room assigned	Dunbar Meeting Room	St. Albans Community Room	No room assigned
All Day			This event is in the "Adults" group Spice Club All Day 3/1–3/31 Adults Cross Lanes Branch Library This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Cross Lanes Branch Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: Get inspired and expand your cooking repertoire with the Cross Lanes Spice Club! New Spice Club kits are available for pickup each month, while supplies last. 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 "All Ages" group I SPY/GUESS WHO? Dr. Seuss 03/02/2026 @ 11:00am–03/27/2026 @ 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: Guess all the characters and win a 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. 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 "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 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 America 250 Reading Challenge All Day 1/1–12/31 Children, Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens, Adults, Family, Seniors, All Ages Beanstack Virtual Event This event is in the "Children" group 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 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 Library Branch: Beanstack Age Group: Children, Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens, Adults, Family, Seniors, All Ages Program Type: America 250, Reading Challenge, Virtual Events Event Details: Celebrate America's 250th birthday in 2026 with the library in the best way we know how - by reading! Read a book that matches our America 250 theme every month and earn a virtual Beanstack badge. 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.
11:00am				This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group DIY: Beaded Bracelet 11:00am–12:00pm Teens, Adults Cross Lanes Branch Library Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Open Library Branch: Cross Lanes Branch Library Room: Cross Lanes Meeting Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Create a colorful bracelet with sparkly beads! A rainbow of assorted beads will be available. Registration is required and opens on Saturday, March 7 at 10:00 am. 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.			This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Spring Votive 11:00am–1:00pm Teens, Adults, Seniors St. Albans Branch Library Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Open Library Branch: St. Albans Branch Library Room: St. Albans Community Room Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Celebrate the season with a little handmade glow! Create and decorate your own spring-inspired votive using fun embellishments. 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. 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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2:00pm	This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Family" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Author Event: Carter G. Woodson: History, The Black Press, and Public Relations 2:00pm–3:30pm Adults, Family, All Ages Main Library This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Family" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Library Branch: Main Library Room: Main 311B GKVF Meeting Room Age Group: Adults, Family, All Ages Program Type: Author Events Event Details: Join us for a conversation with Marshall University journalism professor and author Burnis R. Morris about historian, author, journalist and father of Black History, Carter G. Woodson. Professor Morris will discuss his book, Carter G. 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 STEM: Birds of A Feather Flock Together 2:00pm–3:00pm Children Main Library This event is in the "Children" group Library Branch: Main Library Room: Main 407 John L. and Maude Dickinson Craft Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM, Storytimes Event Details: It's spring! Our feathered friends are heading home to WV. Come and learn about bird migration, birds of WV, their calls 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. 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 "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Peaceful Reading Club 2:00pm–4:00pm Adults, Seniors Dunbar Branch Library Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Open Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library Room: Dunbar Meeting Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Other Registration Required Event Details: Want to join a book club but don't enjoy the stress of forced conversation or the pressure of assigned reading? Then the Peaceful Reading Club is for you! Join us for quiet reading time where you BYOB - Bring Your Own Book. 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.
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