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History Alive! with Thomas Ingles

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Elk Valley Branch Library
Library Branch: Elk Valley Branch Library
Room: Elk Valley Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adults, Family, Seniors, All Ages
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Summer Library Club
Event Details:
Fans of the book Follow the River by James Alexander Thom will not want to miss this exciting History Alive! with Thomas Ingles. Thomas Ingles straddled two cultures before and after the birth of the United States. Born to a pioneer Virginia coupl...

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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.

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.

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.

Fantasy Mapmaking

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Sissonville Branch Library
Registration
Library Branch: Sissonville Branch Library
Room: Sissonville 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. ...

Lost at the Library Adventure Storytelling

6:00pm - 7:30pm
St. Albans Branch Library
Library Branch: St. Albans Branch Library
Room: St. Albans Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Summer Library Club
Event Details:
Moon ‘Lit Tales with Saint Albans’ very own, London Blue, presents Lost at the Library. Follow an intrepid character on this interactive strange journey that begins at the St. Albans Public Library and takes your imagination to some notable places wi...

CLASSIC MOVIE AFTERNOON

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Dunbar Branch Library
Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library
Room: Dunbar Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movies & Performances
Event Details:
Sail away with us to watch the movie "Donavan's Reef" staring John Wayne .  This island adventure will have you laughing and crying all at the same time.  Come in and cool off while enjoying Popcorn!!!   ...

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.

Nerd Night for Adults: Learn to Play with The Board Room

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 311C (A/B) GKVF Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gaming Sessions
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:
Join us for our Nerd Night for Adults program series. For our 2024 series, The Board Room will be joining us to teach various board and card games. The June game is to be determined. Nerd Night is hosted on the second Monday every other month, wit...

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.

Fantasy Mapmaking

5:30pm - 7:00pm
St. Albans Branch Library
Registration
Library Branch: St. Albans Branch Library
Room: St. Albans Community 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. ...

Adventure Begins At Your Library: Travel Journaling

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Riverside Public Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Riverside Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Reading Challenge, Summer Library Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:
Start planning your next big adventure at this travel journaling program! Travel journals are slim, refillable, reusable journals that you can use to document your travels -- whether at home or abroad! Use a travel journal to jot down road trip 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.

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.

Outdoor Safety Tips with the Kanawha State Forest

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Riverside Public Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Riverside Public Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Summer Library Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:
Before you strap on your hiking boots and hit the trails this summer, join us for a presentation on outdoor safety by the Kanawha State Forest. Join Clark Sanford, Superintendent at Kanawha State Forest, to learn about all of the recreation opportuni...

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.

Fantasy Mapmaking

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Clendenin Branch Library
Registration
Library Branch: Clendenin Branch Library
Room: Clendenin 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. ...

Show and Tell Book Club

6:00pm - 7:30pm
St. Albans Branch Library
Library Branch: St. Albans Branch Library
Room: St. Albans Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussions
Event Details:
Are you interested in joining a book club, but aren't sure you would be interested in the selected titles? In our Show and Tell Book Club, you get to choose. Each month we pick a theme and you bring a book that you have read that fits that theme and ...

Fiddling Traditions of Ireland, Scotland, and Appalachia with Andrew Finn Magill

12:00pm - 1:30pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 311A GKVF Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Movies & Performances, Summer Library Club
Event Details:
Join us for the first afternoon of our 2024 Summer Music Series, featuring Andrew Finn Magill. Finn Magill will be presenting an exciting and interactive presentation on the connections between the fiddling traditions of Ireland, Scotland, and Appala...

DIY Hand Stamped Jewelry

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Dunbar Branch Library
Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, IDEA Lab, Summer Library Club
Event Details:
Adventure begins at your library this summer -- and the IDEA Lab is coming to you! 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.

Fiddling Traditions of Ireland, Scotland, and Appalachia with Andrew Finn Magill

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Elk Valley Branch Library
Library Branch: Elk Valley Branch Library
Room: Elk Valley Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Movies & Performances, Summer Library Club
Event Details:
Join us for an exciting and interactive musical performance featuring Andrew Finn Magill. Finn Magill will be presenting on the connections between the fiddling traditions of Ireland, Scotland, and Appalachia. North Carolina-native violinist/fiddl...

Fantasy Mapmaking

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Cross Lanes Branch Library
Registration
Library Branch: Cross Lanes Branch Library
Room: Cross Lanes 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. ...

Sci-Fi Hour with Kelly and John

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 311A GKVF Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussions
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:
Intergalactic travelers and aspiring cyborgs rejoice! Join us for a book group dedicated solely to the science fiction genre. This month, we will be discussing Snow Crash by Neal Stephenson. ...

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.

Machine Sewing: Open Sewing

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:
This is 'Open Sewing' time! Whether you want to learn how to use the sewing machine or already know how to, come ready to learn new tips, make simple crafts or brush up on old skills. Bring your own project from home if you want. Share the library's ...

Great Decisions

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 308/309 Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:
Great Decisions is America's largest discussion program on world affairs. Join us each month for a new discussion topic. ...

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.

Teacup Bird Feeder

6:00pm - 7:30pm
St. Albans Branch Library
Library Branch: St. Albans Branch Library
Room: St. Albans Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Show some appreciation for our feathered friends by making your very own bird feeder.  Then explore the world of bird watching by checking out bird identification books.  Supplies are limited.   ...

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.

DIY Hand Stamped Jewelry

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Clendenin Branch Library
Library Branch: Clendenin Branch Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, IDEA Lab, Summer Library Club
Event Details:
Adventure begins at your library this summer -- and the IDEA Lab is coming to you! 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.

Outdoor Safety Tips with the Kanawha State Forest

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Cross Lanes Branch Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Cross Lanes Branch Library
Room: Cross Lanes Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Summer Library Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:
Before you strap on your hiking boots and hit the trails this summer, join us for a presentation on outdoor safety by the Kanawha State Forest. Join Clark Sanford, Superintendent at Kanawha State Forest, to learn about all of the recreation opportuni...

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.

West Virginia Day Concert with Born Old

12:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Adults, Family, Seniors, All Ages
Program Type: Movies & Performances, Summer Library Club
Event Details:
Join us to celebrate West Virginia Day with a concert featuring Born Old, performing a mix of old-time and bluegrass music! This program will take place in the Main Library's Mea Cuppa Coffee Nook. No purchase is necessary to attend. This program ...

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.