Tiny Tots Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 406/407 John L. and Maude Dickenson Room
Age Group: Toddlers: 18-36 Months
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Interactive program with books, songs, musical instruments, play and more!

Jump into Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Elk Valley Branch Library
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Library Branch: Elk Valley Branch Library
Room: Elk Valley Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM, Storytimes
Event Details:

Storytime sessions are designed for children up to 5 years of age.  Children and their caregiver will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, and much more.  Join us to begin fostering a love of reading and books in our youngest patrons. &nbs

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.

Rhythm and Rhyme Time

10:30am - 11:00am
Cross Lanes Branch Library
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Library Branch: Cross Lanes Branch Library
Room: Cross Lanes Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Get moving at this interactive storytime! Little ones will develop early literacy skills in a fun way with music, dancing, singing and stories.

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.

Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Nitro Public Library (Affiliate)
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Library Branch: Nitro Public Library (Affiliate)
Age Group: Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM, Storytimes
Event Details:

Come and enjoy story time and games. Let your little ones interact with other littles their age. Registration is required. Call the Nitro Public Library to register 304-755-4432.

Story time: Pumpkins

10:30am - 11:30am
Riverside Public Library
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Library Branch: Riverside Public Library
Age Group: Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

We will be reading "How to help a Pumpkin Grow" by Ashley Wolff and "Pick a Pumpkin" by Patricia Toht.

Our craft will be painting foam & wooden pumpkins. 

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.

Born to Read

11:00am - 11:30am
St. Albans Branch Library
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Library Branch: St. Albans Branch Library
Room: St. Albans Community Room
Age Group: Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Stories, songs, and rhymes for our youngest patrons.

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.

Playgroup

11:00am - 11:30am
Cross Lanes Branch Library
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Library Branch: Cross Lanes Branch Library
Room: Cross Lanes Meeting Room
Age Group: Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years
Program Type: Playgroups
Event Details:

All the fun of a traditional playgroup but with none of the fuss! Drop in to socialize with other families and play with toys reserved just for this age group. Parents supervise their children at this informal gathering.

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.

Stay 'n Play

11:00am - 11:30am
Elk Valley Branch Library
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Library Branch: Elk Valley Branch Library
Room: Elk Valley Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years
Program Type: Playgroups
Event Details:

Stick around after storytime for playgroup.  This is a great opportunity for your children to interact and socialize with others their age.  Same goes for you, adults!  Meet other caregivers while your children have fun.  A spe

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.

Freedom to Read Week: Virtual Book Chat

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Facebook
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Facebook
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Book Discussions, Virtual Events
Event Details:

Discuss books from the comfort of your home or office during our Freedom to Read Week Virtual Book Chat! Join us on the KCPL Facebook page for a discussion of challenged books, from the classics to modern tales.

ACLU Freedom to Read Week Panel Discussion

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 311B GKVF Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

In 1974, Kanawha County erupted in controversy over the Board of Education's decision to introduce new textbooks.

Freedom to Read Week: Children's Challenged Books Posting

7:30pm - 8:00pm
Facebook
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Facebook
Age Group: Children, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Book Discussions, Virtual Events, Other
Event Details:

During KCPL's Freedom to Read Week (October 1 - 7), visit our Facebook page each day at 7:30 pm for a new post about challenged Children's books and their authors. The posts will stay up, so be sure to check out all seven days of information!