This event is in the "Toddlers: 18-36 Months" group

Little Explorers Storytime

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

This event is in the "Tweens: 10-12 Years" group

SLC: NYSA STEM Camp: All About Animals!

10:00am–4:00pm
Tweens: 10-12 Years
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 311C (A/B) GKVF Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens: 10-12 Years
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, IDEA Lab, STEM, Summer Library Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get ready for a week-long adventure where we learn about the different animal classifications, life’s interconnectedness, and biological adaptations!

Disclaimer(s)

Internet & Technology Disclaimer

Participants may use internet-enabled library devices and access program-related websites or apps. All users must follow KCPL’s Electronic Resources and Usage Policy, including compliance with Children's Internet Protection Act. Contact the program administrator with any questions before the program.

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.

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.

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

Charleston Dirty Birds Storytime

10:30am–11:30am
Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years
Dunbar Branch Library
Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library
Age Group: Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years
Program Type: Storytimes, Summer Library Club
Event Details:

Join us for Charleston Dirty Birds Storytime! 

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.

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 "Elementary: 6-11 Years" group
This event is in the "Tweens: 10-12 Years" group

SLC: Hour of Code Jr

2:00pm–3:00pm
Children, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years
Elk Valley Branch Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Elk Valley Branch Library
Room: Elk Valley Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Children, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, IDEA Lab, STEM, Summer Library Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

This is an introduction to computer coding designed specifically for young learners. This program will introduce kids to Scratch – a visual, block-based coding language designed to be intuitive and beginner-friendly. 

Disclaimer(s)

Internet & Technology Disclaimer

Participants may use internet-enabled library devices and access program-related websites or apps. All users must follow KCPL’s Electronic Resources and Usage Policy, including compliance with Children's Internet Protection Act. Contact the program administrator with any questions before the program.

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

SLC: Unearth Your Story: Writing Workshop with English Professor Sara Henning

5:30pm–7:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Dunbar Branch Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library
Room: Dunbar Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Author Events, Classes & Workshops, Summer Library Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Space is limited and registration is required to attend this workshop. 

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.

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

Animals After Dark

6:00pm–7:00pm
Family
Cross Lanes Branch Library
Library Branch: Cross Lanes Branch Library
Room: Cross Lanes Meeting Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Family Nights, Summer Library Club
Event Details:

What do animals do all night? Join us as we explore animals that sleep during the day and stay up all night!

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.

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 "Seniors" group

SLC: History Alive! with Thomas Ingles

6:00pm–7:00pm
Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Clendenin Branch Library
Library Branch: Clendenin Branch Library
Age Group: Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: America 250, Classes & Workshops, Summer Library Club
Event Details:

Join us for a History Alive! program with Thomas Ingles and learn about this fascinating local historical figure. Thomas Ingles straddled two cultures before and after the birth of the United States.

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 "Children" group
This event is in the "Elementary: 6-11 Years" group
This event is in the "Tweens: 10-12 Years" group

SLC: Hour of Code Jr

6:00pm–7:00pm
Children, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years
St. Albans Branch Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: St. Albans Branch Library
Room: St. Albans Community Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, IDEA Lab, STEM, Summer Library Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

This is an introduction to computer coding designed specifically for young learners. This program will introduce kids to Scratch – a visual, block-based coding language designed to be intuitive and beginner-friendly. 

Disclaimer(s)

Internet & Technology Disclaimer

Participants may use internet-enabled library devices and access program-related websites or apps. All users must follow KCPL’s Electronic Resources and Usage Policy, including compliance with Children's Internet Protection Act. Contact the program administrator with any questions before the program.

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

The Sci-Fi/Fantasy Hour

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Off Site
Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a book group dedicated to the science fiction and fantasy genre. We will be meeting at Taylor Books in downtown Charleston! 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.