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Follow Along Painting

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Clendenin Branch Library
Library Branch: Clendenin Branch Library
Age Group: Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops
Event Details:
Come join us for a wonderful evening as we follow along and paint a beautiful picture on canvas! All materials will be provided. ...

Canva Collages!

4:00pm - 5:00pm
IDEA Lab
Registration
Library Branch: IDEA Lab
Room: IDEA Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, IDEA Lab, STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:
Destiny will be teaching us how to make digital collages using Canva! These collages can be used as art or as mood and vision boards -- plus you'll learn the basics of Canva. Registration for this program is required due to limited space and mater...

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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.

Kids' Sewing Club

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Clendenin Branch Library
Registration
Library Branch: Clendenin Branch Library
Room: Clendenin Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:
Learn more about using the sewing machine and make a small project to take home.  Bring your own sewing kit and sewing machine if you have one.  Limit 8. Registration required. ...

TEENS: Throwback Thursday

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming Sessions, Movies & Performances
Event Details:
Hop into our Teen Zone Time Machine each Thursday! Every Thursday, you will have the chance to play some retro video games, watch classic cartoons, enjoy a nostalgic movie, or go all the way back by playing a variety of board games. ...

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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.

Tiny Art Show Paint Night

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Children, Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens, Adults, Family, Seniors, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Contests, Displays & Exhibits
Event Details:
Join us for a paint night to create your own tiny art and enter your creation into the Main Library's Tiny Art Show, set for exhibition and community voting June 6-23! Paint stations will be set up outdoors on the library's plaza facing Capitol St...

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.

Metal Stamped Keychains

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Cross Lanes Branch Library
Registration
Library Branch: Cross Lanes Branch Library
Room: Cross Lanes Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:
Created a personalized key chain using metal stamps and sterling silver key chain blanks.  ...

Protect Your Peeps!

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Sissonville Branch Library
Library Branch: Sissonville Branch Library
Room: Sissonville Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:
Two Teams! Multiple Peeps! One Goal! Destroy the other team's Peeps before they destroy yours. ...

Machine Sewing: Zippers and Buttonholes

11:00am - 12:30pm
Clendenin Branch Library
Registration
Library Branch: Clendenin Branch Library
Room: Clendenin Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:
Learn to insert zippers, make buttonholes and sew on other fasteners. Make a small project to take home.  Bring your own machine or use one of the library's. Registration required. Limit 8. ...

Spring Flower Craft

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Sissonville Branch Library
Library Branch: Sissonville Branch Library
Room: Sissonville Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Ready to celebrate spring? Join Ms. Cathy for some fun paper flower crafts! All materials will be provided.  ...

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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.

Murder Mystery for Teens

4:00pm - 6:00pm
St. Albans Branch Library
Library Branch: St. Albans Branch Library
Room: St. Albans Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:
Join us to help solve the mystery in the library!  Bring your best detective skills to follow the clues and nab the killer.  Participants will receive instructions at the door.  Play solo or with a small group.  Game entry closes ...

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.

Dungeons & Dragons

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming Sessions
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:
We is looking for folks aged 12-18 to join us for our teen Dungeons and Dragons Club. All experience levels are welcome and supplies will be provided. The group will meet every first and third Tuesday of the month from 2 PM - 4 PM. Session 0 wi...

Taste Test Tuesday

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Cross Lanes Branch Library
Library Branch: Cross Lanes Branch Library
Room: Cross Lanes Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:
Join us as we celebrate National Strawberries and Cream by tasting all things strawberry flavored!  ...

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.

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.

TEENS: Plinko Taste Test!

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Otis Laury Nutritional Literacy, Health & Wellness
Event Details:
Did you know that there are healthier versions of some of your favorite snacks? Let the fates decide which one you'll try during our Plinko Taste Test! This program is part of the Otis Laury Nutritional Literacy Initiative. ...

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.

TEENS: Throwback Thursday

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming Sessions, Movies & Performances
Event Details:
Hop into our Teen Zone Time Machine each Thursday! Every Thursday, you will have the chance to play some retro video games, watch classic cartoons, enjoy a nostalgic movie, or go all the way back by playing a variety of board games. ...

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.

Tiny Art Show Paint Night

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Children, Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens, Adults, Family, Seniors, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Contests, Displays & Exhibits
Event Details:
Join us for a paint night to create your own tiny art and enter your creation into the Main Library's Tiny Art Show, set for exhibition and community voting June 6-23! Paint stations will be set up outdoors on the library's plaza facing Capitol St...

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.

TEEN GAME NIGHT

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Dunbar Branch Library
Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library
Room: Dunbar Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens
Program Type: Gaming Sessions
Event Details:
Join us at Dunbar Branch Library for an evening of gaming, and hanging with friends. We will provide game systems and games, but you may feel free to bring your own tabletop games.  ...

ADULT I SPY CLASSIC BOOKS

05/28/2024 @ 10:00am - 05/31/2024 @ 5:00pm
Dunbar Branch Library
Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: I-Spy & Scavenger Hunts
Event Details:
Come on in and join in an Adult I Spy where you look for Classic Books!   There are 8 book covers hidden all over the Main and Teen areas of the library.  Find them all and answer the question on the back of the sheet to get a prize!!!...

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: Throwback Thursday

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming Sessions, Movies & Performances
Event Details:
Hop into our Teen Zone Time Machine each Thursday! Every Thursday, you will have the chance to play some retro video games, watch classic cartoons, enjoy a nostalgic movie, or go all the way back by playing a variety of board games. ...

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.

Tiny Art Show Paint Night

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Children, Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens, Adults, Family, Seniors, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Contests, Displays & Exhibits
Event Details:
Join us for a paint night to create your own tiny art and enter your creation into the Main Library's Tiny Art Show, set for exhibition and community voting June 6-23! Paint stations will be set up outdoors on the library's plaza facing Capitol St...

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.

SLC Saturday: Adventure Begins at Your Library!

11:00am - 2:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Children, Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens, Adults, Family, Seniors, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Displays & Exhibits, Gaming Sessions, Reading Challenge, STEM, StoryWalk®, Summer Library Club
Event Details:
Join our kickoff of Summer Library Club for all ages! Register to read, play lawn games, make rainbow sand art, and enjoy free ice cream and snacks!  The fun is on the Library's Capitol Street Plaza from 11 am to 2 pm. If inclement weather, j...

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.

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.

DIY Hand Stamped Jewelry

4:00pm - 5:00pm
IDEA Lab
Library Branch: IDEA Lab
Room: IDEA Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, IDEA Lab, Summer Library Club
Event Details:
Adventure begins at your library this summer, so come on down to the IDEA Lab and try your hand at making personalized hand-stamped jewelry! We will provide the supplies -- you just have to provide the ideas!  ...

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.

St Albans Writes

6:00pm - 7:30pm
St. Albans Branch Library
Library Branch: St. Albans Branch Library
Room: St. Albans Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Author Events
Event Details:
The Advisory Board, for the St. Albans Branch Library, is proud to present St Albans Writes..a monthly speaker series featuring local authors.  Bill Bitner's first professional sale was at the age of sixteen to Space & Time Magazine.&nb...

Fantasy Mapmaking

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 311A GKVF Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops, Summer Library Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:
Use randomness to get started on a fantasy map. Unleash your creativity and create a beautiful map. ...

Tiny Art Show Exhibition

All Day 6/6 - 6/23
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Children, Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens, Adults, Family, Seniors, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Contests, Displays & Exhibits
Event Details:
Vote for your favorite art in the Main Library's Tiny Art Show, starting June 6 through June 23! The Tiny Art Show exhibit will be located on the third floor, with voting taking place for Children, Teen, and Adult age groups. This program is in co...

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.