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Spice Club

All Day 3/1 - 3/31
Cross Lanes Branch Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

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.

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 "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

Storytime

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Cross Lanes Meeting Room at Cross Lanes Branch Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years

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

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.

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

Playgroup

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Cross Lanes Meeting Room at Cross Lanes Branch Library
Program Type:
Playgroups
Age Group:
Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years

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.

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.

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

Taste Test Tuesday: St. Patrick's Day Edition

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Cross Lanes Meeting Room at Cross Lanes Branch Library
Program Type:
Holiday, Other
Age Group:
Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens

It’s a St. Patrick’s Day Taste Test Tuesday! Teens will sample green treats, rate them, and crown the luckiest snack.

Library Branch: Cross Lanes Branch Library
Room: Cross Lanes Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens
Program Type: Holiday, Other
Event Details:

It’s a St. Patrick’s Day Taste Test Tuesday! Teens will sample green treats, rate them, and crown the luckiest snack.

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.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

DIY: Beaded Bracelet

Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Cross Lanes Meeting Room at Cross Lanes Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

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.

Open
Registration Required
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 "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

Storytime

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Cross Lanes Meeting Room at Cross Lanes Branch Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years

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

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.

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

Playgroup

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Cross Lanes Meeting Room at Cross Lanes Branch Library
Program Type:
Playgroups
Age Group:
Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years

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.

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.

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

HallowSPRING Haunted Birdhouses

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Cross Lanes Meeting Room at Cross Lanes Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Holiday, STEM
Age Group:
Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens

Are you more of an autumn type of teen than a spring type of teen? You're in luck! Ages 12-18 can drop into the library to enjoy gluing together, painting, and decorating their very own Haunted Birdhouse for HallowSPRING.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cross Lanes Branch Library
Room: Cross Lanes Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Holiday, STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Are you more of an autumn type of teen than a spring type of teen? You're in luck! Ages 12-18 can drop into the library to enjoy gluing together, painting, and decorating their very own Haunted Birdhouse for HallowSPRING.

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.

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

Build It!

Friday, March 27, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Cross Lanes Meeting Room at Cross Lanes Branch Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Family

Come build with us! Explore our various building sets, including LEGO bricks.

Library Branch: Cross Lanes Branch Library
Room: Cross Lanes Meeting Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Come build with us! Explore our various building sets, including LEGO bricks.

This event is in the "Family" group

We're Going on an Egg Hunt!

Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Cross Lanes Meeting Room at Cross Lanes Branch Library
Program Type:
Holiday
Age Group:
Family

Ready, set, go! Join us for an egg hunt in the library. Please be aware that some eggs will contain candy that may have come in contact with fool allergens.

Library Branch: Cross Lanes Branch Library
Room: Cross Lanes Meeting Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Holiday
Event Details:

Ready, set, go! Join us for an egg hunt in the library. Please be aware that some eggs will contain candy that may have come in contact with fool allergens.

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 "Adults" group

Spice Club

All Day 4/1 - 4/30
Cross Lanes Branch Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

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.

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 "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

Storytime

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Cross Lanes Meeting Room at Cross Lanes Branch Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years

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

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.

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

Playgroup

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Cross Lanes Meeting Room at Cross Lanes Branch Library
Program Type:
Playgroups
Age Group:
Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years

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.

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Cross Lanes Fiction Addiction

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Cross Lanes Meeting Room at Cross Lanes Branch Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions
Age Group:
Adults

Are you looking to make friends with great people and great books? Join the Cross Lanes Library's Fiction Addiction Book group. Together we will explore a different novel every month. We're so excited to meet you. 

Library Branch: Cross Lanes Branch Library
Room: Cross Lanes Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions
Event Details:

Are you looking to make friends with great people and great books? Join the Cross Lanes Library's Fiction Addiction Book group. Together we will explore a different novel every month. We're so excited to meet you. 

Disclaimer(s)

Inclement Weather

All programs are subject to rescheduling or cancellation in the event of inclement weather.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Taste Test Tuesday: Scorchin' Snack Smackdown

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Cross Lanes Branch Library
Program Type:
Contests, Other
Age Group:
Teens

Teens, think you can handle the heat? Join us for a Scorchin' Snack Smackdown and put your taste buds to the test with a lineup of bold, fiery snacks—if you dare!

Library Branch: Cross Lanes Branch Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Contests, Other
Event Details:

Teens, think you can handle the heat? Join us for a Scorchin' Snack Smackdown and put your taste buds to the test with a lineup of bold, fiery snacks—if you dare!

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

Storytime

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Cross Lanes Meeting Room at Cross Lanes Branch Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years

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

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.

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

Playgroup

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Cross Lanes Meeting Room at Cross Lanes Branch Library
Program Type:
Playgroups
Age Group:
Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years

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.

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Book Vases Craft

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Cross Lanes Meeting Room at Cross Lanes Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Get creative and make a vase from an old book. Registration is required and opens on March 26 @ 10:00 am.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cross Lanes Branch Library
Room: Cross Lanes Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get creative and make a vase from an old book. Registration is required and opens on March 26 @ 10:00 am.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Cross Lanes Book Discussion Group

Friday, April 10, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Cross Lanes Meeting Room at Cross Lanes Branch Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join the Cross Lanes Book Discussion Group to discuss our April selection - Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver.

Library Branch: Cross Lanes Branch Library
Room: Cross Lanes Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussions
Event Details:

Join the Cross Lanes Book Discussion Group to discuss our April selection - Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver.

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.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Rock Painting

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Cross Lanes Meeting Room at Cross Lanes Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
All Ages

Come to the library and learn how to turn your backyard garden into a colorful art display. One painted rock at a time!

Library Branch: Cross Lanes Branch Library
Room: Cross Lanes Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come to the library and learn how to turn your backyard garden into a colorful art display. One painted rock at a time!

Closed for Staff Development Day

All Day
Main Library, IDEA Lab, Clendenin Branch Library, Cross Lanes Branch Library, Dunbar Branch Library, Elk Valley Branch Library, Glasgow Branch Library, Bookmobile, Riverside Public Library, Sissonville Branch Library, St. Albans Branch Library
Closing
Branches:
Main Library, IDEA Lab, Clendenin Branch Library, Cross Lanes Branch Library, Dunbar Branch Library, Elk Valley Branch Library, Glasgow Branch Library, Bookmobile, Riverside Public Library, Sissonville Branch Library, St. Albans Branch Library
This event is in the "Family" group

Earth Month: Seed Balls

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Cross Lanes Meeting Room at Cross Lanes Branch Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Family

Celebrate Earth Month by making seed balls with West Virginia Wildflowers!

Library Branch: Cross Lanes Branch Library
Room: Cross Lanes Meeting Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Celebrate Earth Month by making seed balls with West Virginia Wildflowers!

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

Playgroup

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Cross Lanes Meeting Room at Cross Lanes Branch Library
Program Type:
Playgroups
Age Group:
Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years

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.

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.

This event is in the "Family" group

Build It!

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Cross Lanes Meeting Room at Cross Lanes Branch Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Family

Come build with us! Explore our various building sets, including LEGO bricks.

Library Branch: Cross Lanes Branch Library
Room: Cross Lanes Meeting Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Come build with us! Explore our various building sets, including LEGO bricks.