Tiny Tots Sensory Time with Play-Dough

10:00am–10:45am
Toddlers: 18-36 Months
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 406/407 John L. and Maude Dickinson Room
Age Group: Toddlers: 18-36 Months
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Play‑Dough provides a rich sensory experience for children — encouraging fine motor skills, sparking creativity, and even offering a calming, therapeutic effect as they knead and squish.

Cabin Creek Health Center @ Cabin Creek

10:00am–1:00pm
All Ages
Bookmobile
Offsite Event
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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.

Community Corner Storytime: Pinch VFD & Willow the Fire Dog

10:30am–11:00am
Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years
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, Storytimes
Event Details:

Storytimes during the month of August will feature community helpers!  Get to know people who do important things in our community.

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.

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Storytime

10:30am–11:00am
Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years
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.

Sensory Play

10:30am–11:30am
Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years
Sissonville Branch Library
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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, Other
Event Details:

Join us for Sensory Play. Miss Danielle will have different textured items for your little ones to explore.

Cancelled

A Craft for Small Hands

11:00am–11:30am
Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years
St. Albans Branch Library
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Library Branch: St. Albans Branch Library
Room: St. Albans Community Room
Age Group: Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytimes
Event Details:

Make a fun and simple craft and listen to a short story. Come dressed to make a mess.

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
Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years
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: Playgroups
Event Details:

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
Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years
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, Playgroups
Event Details:

Color your world with some unstructured playtime and social interaction for your littles and you!  Stick around after storytime for a playgroup for preschool-aged kiddoes.

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.

Golden Years: Bingo

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Sissonville Branch Library
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Library Branch: Sissonville Branch Library
Room: Sissonville Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

At the Golden Years program, we'll be playing Bingo and making a simple craft. Maybe you'll win a prize!

Refreshments will be provided but feel free to bring food to share if you wish!

ADULT CRAFTERNOON

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Dunbar Branch Library
Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library
Room: Dunbar Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

We will be making a Seashell Votive Decoration.   All supplies will be provided and registration is required.  

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.

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.

Kenna Homes @ South Charleston

2:30pm–4:00pm
All Ages
Bookmobile
Offsite Event
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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.

STEM: Botley the Coding Robot

3:00pm–4:00pm
Children, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years
Clendenin Branch Library
Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Clendenin Branch Library
Age Group: Children, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Meet Botley the Coding Robot! This is hands-on coding fundamentals. Features include object detection and black line following. While it's easy to get started it is challenging enough to increase your coding skills. 

Teen YUM Club!

4:00pm–5:00pm
Teens
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Otis Laury Nutritional Literacy
Event Details:

Drop by the Teen Zone to try a variety of snacks from a different country. Work with friends to answer trivia questions and rank the snacks!

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.

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.

Otis Laury Food Film Festival

5:30pm–7:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Otis Laury Nutritional Literacy Center
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Otis Laury Nutritional Literacy, Health & Wellness, Movies & Performances
Event Details:

Join us for our second annual Otis Laury Food Film Festival. We will be showing foodie films throughout the month of August. Check our calendar for all the event times and film titles!

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.