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ADULT CRYPTID I SPY

09/03/2024 @ 9:30am - 09/27/2024 @ 5:00pm
Teens, Adults
Dunbar Branch Library
Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: I-Spy & Scavenger Hunts
Event Details:

IT'S CRYPTID MONTH!!!  COME IN AND HUNT FOR THE WV CRYPTID!!   THEY HAVE INVADED THE LIBRARY SO COME IN AND HELP US OUT!!!

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.

Mothman Perler Bead Keychains

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens
Cross Lanes Branch Library
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Cross Lanes Branch Library
Room: Cross Lanes Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Join us as we create Mothman keychains using perler beads! 

Bambu 101: Cryptid Pixel Puzzles

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens, Adults
IDEA Lab
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: IDEA Lab
Room: IDEA Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: IDEA Lab, STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Mothman, Bigfoot, and Nessie... Oh my! Celebrate your love of cryptid creatures and learn how to use the Bambu 3D printer and software at the same time!

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.

Curious About Cryptids with the WV Skeptics Society

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Clendenin Branch Library
Library Branch: Clendenin Branch Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Event Details:

Join us for "Curious About Cryptids," a presentation with Daniel A. Reed from the West Virginia Skeptics Society. We will delve into the evidence attributed to cryptids and explore how people approach the evidentiary claims about them.

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.

Adult Craft Time - Fun Felt Bookmarks

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Elk Valley Branch Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Elk Valley Branch Library
Room: Elk Valley Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Get an intro to our die cutting tools and make decorated felt bookmarks in a variety of shapes. No experience or special skills necessary. All materials will be provided. 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.

Popcorn Pop-up

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens
Cross Lanes Branch Library
Library Branch: Cross Lanes Branch Library
Room: Cross Lanes Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movies & Performances, Other
Event Details:

Teens are invited to join us after school on multiple days during the month of the September for Popcorn Pop-ups! We will be providing freshly popped popcorn and toppings and putting a movie or TV show on the big screen. 

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.

Adult Crafternoon - Fun Felt Bookmarks

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens, Adults
Elk Valley Branch Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Elk Valley Branch Library
Room: Elk Valley Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Get an intro to our die cutting tools and make decorated felt bookmarks in a variety of shapes. No experience or special skills necessary. All materials will be provided. 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.

Sew a Cryptid

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Sissonville Branch Library
Library Branch: Sissonville Branch Library
Room: Sissonville Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Learn to sew a cryptid at the Sissonville Library! We will be hand sewing with felt to make cute little ornaments. All materials 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.

Afternoon of Code!

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens, Adults, Family
IDEA Lab
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: IDEA Lab
Room: IDEA Lab
Age Group: Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens, Adults, Family
Program Type: IDEA Lab, STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Stop by the IDEA Lab for our very first Afternoon of Code! Get hands-on experience at coding with a variety of fun ways to learn, like creating a 3D game, coding your own self-portrait, or even making art through coding!

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.

Mini Cryptid Plushies

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Clendenin Branch Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Clendenin Branch Library
Age Group: Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

September is Cryptid Month at KCPL, and to celebrate we're making mini plushies of The Flatwoods Monster cryptid, also lovingly known as Braxxie!

Popcorn Pop-up

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens
Cross Lanes Branch Library
Library Branch: Cross Lanes Branch Library
Room: Cross Lanes Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movies & Performances, Other
Event Details:

Teens are invited to join us after school on multiple days during the month of the September for Popcorn Pop-ups! We will be providing freshly popped popcorn and toppings and putting a movie or TV show on the big screen. 

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.

Fantasy-Inspired Mini Door Wreath

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens, Adults
Cross Lanes Branch Library
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Cross Lanes Branch Library
Room: Cross Lanes Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Create your own whimsical door to adventure! Using vine wreaths, wooden sticks, and flowers, we will make and decorate fantasy-inspired mini door wreaths, perfect for a bookshelf or fairy garden.  

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.

Cryptid Rock Painting

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens
Sissonville Branch Library
Library Branch: Sissonville Branch Library
Room: Sissonville Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Bring your creativeness and show us what you can create. All materials will be provided.

Machine Sewing

11:00am - 12:30pm
Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Clendenin Branch Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Clendenin Branch Library
Room: Clendenin Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Make something new from something old. Bring an old shirt, pants, or other garment to remodel. Learn to sew ribbons, lace, and fancy fabrics as well as buttons and cords as you create your unique clothing. Limit 8. Registration required.

Ugly Art Club

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Riverside Public Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Riverside Public Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Everyone’s an artist. Some people are just worse artists than others. This event is for those people.

Teen Time

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens
Elk Valley Branch Library
Library Branch: Elk Valley Branch Library
Room: Elk Valley Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other
Event Details:

Teens are invited for Teen Time!  Join us to celebrate cryptids. Create a fun cryptid mask. Bring your friends for an evening of fun! 

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.

Exploring Cryptids with the WV Skeptics Society

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 311A GKVF Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Join us for "Curious About Cryptids," a presentation with Daniel A. Reed from the West Virginia Skeptics Society. We will delve into the evidence attributed to cryptids and explore how people approach the evidentiary claims about them.

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.

Sewing 101: The Basics

4:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
IDEA Lab
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: IDEA Lab
Room: IDEA Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, IDEA Lab
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

The IDEA Lab's Sewing 101 series is back! Bernadette will teach basic sewing skills, applique and adding basic stitches to create decorative detail.

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.

You Can Paint: Rainbow Tree

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens, Adults
Cross Lanes Branch Library
Registration
Library Branch: Cross Lanes Branch Library
Room: Cross Lanes Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Paint along with Olivia as we create a rainbow tree using simple supplies and techniques. 

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.

Popcorn Pop-up

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens
Cross Lanes Branch Library
Library Branch: Cross Lanes Branch Library
Room: Cross Lanes Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movies & Performances, Other
Event Details:

Teens are invited to join us after school on multiple days during the month of the September for Popcorn Pop-ups! We will be providing freshly popped popcorn and toppings and putting a movie or TV show on the big screen. 

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.

Fall Macrame Rainbow

11:00am - 12:00pm
Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens, Adults
Cross Lanes Branch Library
Registration
Library Branch: Cross Lanes Branch Library
Room: Cross Lanes Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Create a fun and festive hanging macrame rainbow decoration in cozy fall colors! 

Media Literacy: Staying Afloat in a Sea of Misinformation

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 311A GKVF Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

As algorithms and talking heads lead us further into division,  newsrooms continue to downsize, West Virginia elected officials work to control narratives, and pro-censorship activists challenge access to books in our schools and libraries, i

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.

TEENS: Anime Club!

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Movies & Performances
Event Details:

Join us in the Teen Zone for this month's Anime Club! Celebrate the start of spring with a water-themed anime, snacks, and a craft!

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.

Cricut 101: Book Bags

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Teens, Adults
IDEA Lab
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: IDEA Lab
Room: IDEA Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, IDEA Lab, STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Celebrate Library Card Sign Up Month in the IDEA Lab by making book-themed tote bags with our Cricut Maker 3! All supplies will be provided.

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.