Little Explorers Storytime

10:00am - 10:45am
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 406/407 John L. and Maude Dickenson Room
Age Group: Toddlers: 18-36 Months
Program Type: Storytimes, Summer Library Club
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.

Coonskin Park

10:00am - 1:00pm
Bookmobile
Offsite Event
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.

Teddy Bear Tea and Campout

10:30am - 11:30am
Dunbar Branch Library
Open
Required
Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library
Room: Dunbar Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years, Elementary: 6-11 Years
Program Type: Storytimes, Summer Library Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Come dressed in your pajamas and don't forget to bring a stuffed animal friend with you!

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.

Cancelled

Census 101 Workshop - POSTPONED

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 311B GKVF Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Event Details:

A history of the U.S. Census Bureau, what resources are available and briefly covering the plethora of different surveys the Census conducts and what data can be produced and how it relevant it is to daily activities. Highlighting the U.S.

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.

Kids Sew

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clendenin Branch Library
Required
Library Branch: Clendenin Branch Library
Room: Clendenin Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Try an adventure in hand sewing!  Use simple stitches to make a hand puppet and add buttons and beads to finish it.  Bring your own sewing kit if you have one.  Limit 12. Registration required.

STEM: 3Doodler Pens Adventure

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 407 John L. and Maude Dickenson Craft Room
Age Group: Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM, Summer Library Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Make a 3D object! Our 3Doodler pens combine art, design and technology. Just bring your imagination! Choose from our designs or yuor own ideas!  Registration opens June 1. 

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.

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.

Fantasy Mapmaking

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Cross Lanes Branch Library
Required
Library Branch: Cross Lanes Branch Library
Room: Cross Lanes Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops, Summer Library Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Use randomness to get started on a fantasy map. Unleash your creativity and create a beautiful map.

Summer Camp Creations: Windy Wonders

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Elk Valley Branch Library
Library Branch: Elk Valley Branch Library
Room: Elk Valley Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops, Family Nights, Summer Library Club
Event Details:

Everyone knows summer camp is a time for creativity with arts and crafts!  This summer we will create projects that can be used and not just clutter up your fridge!

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.

Old Kanawha Baptist Church (Pratt)

2:30pm - 4:00pm
Bookmobile
Offsite Event
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.

Adventure Escape Room

4:00pm - 7:00pm
Cross Lanes Branch Library
Library Branch: Cross Lanes Branch Library
Room: Cross Lanes Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens, Adults, Family
Program Type: Summer Library Club
Event Details:

Adventure Begins at the Cross Lanes Branch Library at this special interactive program. Can your group complete the escape room before time runs out? Reservations are required and must be made by calling or visiting the library.

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.

The Sci-Fi/Fantasy Hour

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Off Site
Open
Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussions
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Join us for a book group dedicated to the science fiction and fantasy genre. Check back 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.

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.

Introduction to Mindfulness

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library
Open
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 311C (A/B) GKVF Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Otis Laury Nutritional Literacy, Classes & Workshops, Reading Challenge
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Explore the basics of Mindfulness Meditation during this five-week course with Dr. Christine Blice-Baum.

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.