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ELF I SPY

12/01/2025 @ 10:00am to 12/19/2025 @ 5:00pm
Riverside Public Library
Program Type:
Holiday
Age Group:
Elementary: 6-11 Years

December 1-19 we will be having an ELF I SPY. Come in and see what these mischievous elves are doing for the day. Find all the elves and get a prize from the treasure chest. One prize per child per day.

Library Branch: Riverside Public Library
Age Group: Elementary: 6-11 Years
Program Type: Holiday
Event Details:

December 1-19 we will be having an ELF I SPY. Come in and see what these mischievous elves are doing for the day. Find all the elves and get a prize from the treasure chest. One prize per child per day.

Closed for KCPL software transition

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 10:00am - 5:00pm
Riverside Public Library
Program Type:
Closings
Age Group:
All Ages

The Riverside branch will be closed December 6 for the KCPL software transition. 

Library Branch: Riverside Public Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Closings
Event Details:

The Riverside branch will be closed December 6 for the KCPL software transition. 

"Paw Patrol: Jingle Pups"

Story time: Jingle Pups

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Riverside Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years

We are planning to have a visit from "Indie: The Dog Who Wouldn't Give Up" dressed for the holidays. Story will be "Jingle Pups," snack and craft will be provided.

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

We are planning to have a visit from "Indie: The Dog Who Wouldn't Give Up" dressed for the holidays. Story will be "Jingle Pups," snack and craft will be provided.

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.

Playgroup

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Riverside Public Library
Program Type:
Playgroups
Age Group:
Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years

Playgroup is a time for littles to play and learn social skills.

Library Branch: Riverside Public Library
Age Group: Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years
Program Type: Playgroups
Event Details:

Playgroup is a time for littles to play and learn social skills.

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.

Marmet Christmas Parade

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Riverside Offsite at Riverside Public Library
Program Type:
Holiday
Age Group:
All Ages

The town of Marmet will be having their annual Christmas parade. After the parade anyone who wants can go see Santa and Mrs. Claus at the Marmet Rec Center. Library staff will be at the Marmet Rec Center with crafts.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Riverside Public Library
Room: Riverside Offsite
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Holiday
Event Details:

The town of Marmet will be having their annual Christmas parade. After the parade anyone who wants can go see Santa and Mrs. Claus at the Marmet Rec Center. Library staff will be at the Marmet Rec Center with crafts.

Disclaimer(s)

Masks & Social Distancing

All patrons age 3 and older are required to wear a face covering and maintain social distancing of six feet or more to attend this event.

Holiday Open House: Polar Express PJ Party

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Riverside Public Library
Program Type:
Holiday
Age Group:
Family

We're having a pajama party to host our holiday open house Polar Express theme. Come dressed in you pj's and use your imagination to take a ride on the Polar Express train. Snacks, crafts and special guests will be provided.

Library Branch: Riverside Public Library
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Holiday
Event Details:

We're having a pajama party to host our holiday open house Polar Express theme. Come dressed in you pj's and use your imagination to take a ride on the Polar Express train. Snacks, crafts and special guests will be provided.

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.

Dasher and the Polar Bear by Matt Tavares

Story time: Dasher

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30pm
Riverside Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years

Dasher meets a Polar Bear will be our story. Reindeer craft and a snack will be provided.

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

Dasher meets a Polar Bear will be our story. Reindeer craft and a snack will be provided.

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.

Playgroup

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Riverside Public Library
Program Type:
Playgroups
Age Group:
Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years

Playgroup is a time for littles to play and learn social skills.

Library Branch: Riverside Public Library
Age Group: Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years
Program Type: Playgroups
Event Details:

Playgroup is a time for littles to play and learn social skills.

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.

hot Cocoa in a Jar

Hot Cocoa in a Jar

Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Riverside Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Holiday
Age Group:
Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens, Adults, Family

Make your own hot cocoa in a jar. You can use it for yourself or give it as a gift. All supplies will be provided.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverside Public Library
Age Group: Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens, Adults, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Holiday
Registration Required
Event Details:

Make your own hot cocoa in a jar. You can use it for yourself or give it as a gift. All supplies will be provided.

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.

Closed for Christmas

12/23/2025 @ 5:00pm to 12/25/2025 @ 8:00pm
Main Library, IDEA Lab, Clendenin Branch Library, Cross Lanes Branch Library, Dunbar Branch Library, Elk Valley Branch Library, Glasgow Branch Library, Marmet 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, Marmet Branch Library, Bookmobile, Riverside Public Library, Sissonville Branch Library, St. Albans Branch Library
"Shante Keys and the New Year's Peas" by Gail Piernas-Davenport

Story time: Noon Year's Eve

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Riverside Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years, Elementary: 6-11 Years

 Is midnight past your bedtime? If so, come celebrate the New Year a little early. We will be reading a story then ringing in the New Year at noon with a Noon Year's Eve event. White grape juice and snacks will be served.

Library Branch: Riverside Public Library
Age Group: Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years, Elementary: 6-11 Years
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

 Is midnight past your bedtime? If so, come celebrate the New Year a little early. We will be reading a story then ringing in the New Year at noon with a Noon Year's Eve event. White grape juice and snacks will be served.

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.

Closed for New Year's

12/31/2025 @ 5:00pm to 01/01/2026 @ 8:00pm
Main Library, IDEA Lab, Clendenin Branch Library, Cross Lanes Branch Library, Dunbar Branch Library, Elk Valley Branch Library, Glasgow Branch Library, Marmet 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, Marmet Branch Library, Bookmobile, Riverside Public Library, Sissonville Branch Library, St. Albans Branch Library
Winter Wonderland painting

Crafturday: Winter Scene

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Riverside Offsite at Riverside Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Follow along and paint a winter wonderland picture from a tutorial. All supplies will be provided. Supplies are limited. Registration is required.

Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Riverside Public Library
Room: Riverside Offsite
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Follow along and paint a winter wonderland picture from a tutorial. All supplies will be provided. Supplies are limited. Registration is required.

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.

Closed for Book Festival

Saturday, October 24, 2026 at 9:00am - 5:00pm
Main Library, IDEA Lab, Clendenin Branch Library, Cross Lanes Branch Library, Dunbar Branch Library, Elk Valley Branch Library, Riverside Public Library, Sissonville Branch Library, St. Albans Branch Library

Closed for book festival.

Closing
Branches:
Main Library, IDEA Lab, Clendenin Branch Library, Cross Lanes Branch Library, Dunbar Branch Library, Elk Valley Branch Library, Riverside Public Library, Sissonville Branch Library, St. Albans Branch Library
Description:

Closed for book festival.