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Family STEM: Build a Gingerbread House

Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main 406/407 John L. and Maude Dickinson Room at Main Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Holiday, STEM

Age Group:

Children
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 406/407 John L. and Maude Dickinson Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Holiday, STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Register children ages 3-12 to design and build a gingerbread house with the family. We provide the supplies; bring your creativity! 

 

Noon Year's Eve in blue letters with purple background

Noon Year's Eve Celebration

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Main Library

Program Type:

Holiday, Storytimes

Age Group:

Family
Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Holiday, Storytimes
Event Details:

3...2...1...--Count down to the best family "Noon" Year's Eve party in Charleston! Children and families are invited to celebrate the New Year by counting down the minutes until noon!

Winter Watch Challenge 2026

Winter Watch Challenge

All Day 1/1 - 1/31
Beanstack

Program Type:

Reading Challenge, Winter Library Club

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
Library Branch: Beanstack
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: Reading Challenge, Winter Library Club
Event Details:

Watch 5 movies between January 1 through January 31 to be entered into a grand prize drawing for a movie popcorn basket. One grand prize is available at each branch library location.* **

vex go

Robots! Build and program together

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:15pm
Main 407 John L. and Maude Dickinson Craft Room at Main Library

Program Type:

STEM

Age Group:

Children
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 407 John L. and Maude Dickinson Craft Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Register children ages 8–13 for a fun, hands-on robotics adventure with WVSU Extension and VEX GO Robotics!

Super Saturday: Nutcracker Storytime with The Charleston Ballet

Saturday, November 28, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main 311C (A/B) GKVF Meeting Room at Main Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Movies & Performances, Storytimes

Age Group:

Children, Family, All Ages
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 311C (A/B) GKVF Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Family, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Movies & Performances, Storytimes
Event Details:

Begin the holiday season with the The Charleston Ballet at our annual Nutcracker Storytime!

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ELF I SPY

12/01/2025 @ 10:00am–12/19/2025 @ 5:00pm
Elementary: 6-11 Years
Riverside Public Library
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.

Holiday Open House: Polar Express PJ Party

5:30pm–7:30pm
Family
Riverside Public Library
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.

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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.

Story time: Dasher

11:00am–11:30pm
Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years
Riverside Public Library
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

11:30am–12:00pm
Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years
Riverside Public Library
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

1:00pm–3:00pm
Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens, Adults, Family
Riverside Public Library
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

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Closed for Christmas

12/23/2025 @ 5:00pm–12/25/2025 @ 8:00pm
Some Branches
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

Story time: Noon Year's Eve

11:30am–12:30pm
Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years, Elementary: 6-11 Years
Riverside Public Library
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–01/01/2026 @ 8:00pm
Some Branches
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

A Novel Idea Book Club

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Riverside Public Library
Library Branch: Riverside Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions
Event Details:

Join our monthly book club! Our members discuss a different book each month from many different genres. Come join the discussion or just sit and listen in. We would love to have you!

Story time: Cozy

11:00am–11:30am
Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years
Riverside Public Library
Library Branch: Riverside Public Library
Age Group: Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Come find out who comes to visit Cozy during a winter storm. Craft & 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.

Crafturday: Winter Scene

5:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Riverside Public Library
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.

Game Time

4:00pm–6:00pm
Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens, Adults
Riverside Public Library
Library Branch: Riverside Public Library
Age Group: Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Gaming Sessions
Event Details:

Game time will be right after school ends. Games will consist of board games, Ninetendo Switch & card games. This is a drop-in program. Invite your friends to come along. Snacks 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.

Story time: Snow

11:00am–11:30am
Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years
Riverside Public Library
Library Branch: Riverside Public Library
Age Group: Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Share fun in the snow with Bear & Hare. Snack & 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.

Story time: Frozen II

11:00am–11:30am
Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years
Riverside Public Library
Library Branch: Riverside Public Library
Age Group: Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Frozen II will be our story snacks 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.

Tuesday Night Bingo

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Riverside Public Library
Library Branch: Riverside Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gaming Sessions
Event Details:

Come Play Win with Bingo. No fee to play. Prizes are from the Dollar Tree.

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.

Story time: Pete the Cat's Cool New Ride

11:00am–11:30am
Pre-K: 3-5 Years, Elementary: 6-11 Years
Riverside Public Library
Library Branch: Riverside Public Library
Age Group: Pre-K: 3-5 Years, Elementary: 6-11 Years
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Check out Pete's new ride. Craft and 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.

Crafturday: Make a Mini Valentine Tray

1:00pm–3:00pm
Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens, Adults
Riverside Public Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverside Public Library
Age Group: Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come decorate a mini wooden tray for Valentine's Day. All supplies 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.

Closed for Book Festival

9:00am–5:00pm
Some Branches
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.