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IDEA Lab Scavenger Hunt!

All Day 9/5 - 9/30
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: IDEA Lab, I-Spy & Scavenger Hunts
Event Details:
We've hidden seven weird and wonderful 3D prints in the IDEA Lab. Can you find them? Find all seven to receive an assortment of stickers! ...

Library Card Sign-Up Month Giveaways!

All Day 9/5 - 9/30
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Contests
Event Details:
Celebrate Library Card Sign-Up Month with the Main Library Children's Services Department. Every time you use your card in our department in September, enter our daily contest for a chance to win a prize! ...

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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.

Library Cards & Ice Cream!

All Day 9/5 - 9/30
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Other
Event Details:
Books & ice cream - two of our favorite things! We asked our friends at Ellen's Ice Cream to create a flavor for Library Card Sign-Up Month in September. Their creation? Bookies & Cream, a rich chocolate ice cream with chocolate chip cookies ...

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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.

JOHNNY APPLESEED I SPY

09/05/2023 @ 12:00pm - 09/29/2023 @ 1:00pm
Dunbar Branch Library
Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library
Age Group: Children, Tweens: 10-12 Years
Program Type: I-Spy & Scavenger Hunts
Event Details:
Children come join in the fun finding pictures of JOHNNY APPLESEED!!  All around the Children's area we have placed pictures of JOHNNY APPLESEED story.  You will be given a picture book at the CIRC desk and then you take the book and look f...

Switch It Up!

4:00pm - 7:00pm
St. Albans Branch Library
Library Branch: St. Albans Branch Library
Room: St. Albans Community Room
Age Group: Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens
Program Type: Gaming Sessions
Event Details:
Come play some new Switch games and meet fellow gamers at the library! ...

Teens: Anime Club

4:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Event Details:
Do you like watching anime, making crafts, and eating food? Then come join our anime club! Each month we'll showcase a different anime show while doing an activity to match. ...

Family Movie Night

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Riverside Public Library
Library Branch: Riverside Public Library
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Movies & Performances
Event Details:
Movie will be "Super Mario Brothers the Movie" Popcorn and juice will be provided. ...

SAT Prep Course

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Main Library
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 311A Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 42
Event Details:
A five week SAT class with SAT expert Alberto Howe.  Students should attend all five sessions. ...

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 snacks, gaming, and hanging with friends. We will provide game systems and games, but you may feel free to bring your own tabletop games.  ...

Family Fun Fest: Love Your Library!

6:00pm - 6:45pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 406/407 John L. and Maude Dickenson Room
Age Group: Children, Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Nights, Storytimes
Event Details:
Join us for our special SLC Family Fun Fest - Love Your Library! We will share a story and fun activities for the entire family! Registration not required. ...

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.

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.

Full STEM Ahead: 3Doodlers and More!

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Elk Valley Branch Library
Library Branch: Elk Valley Branch Library
Room: Elk Valley Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Family
Program Type: Family Nights, STEM
Event Details:
Allow me to introduce you to a 3Doodler!  A 3Doodler is a 3D printing pen that heats up to extrude warm plastic through its nozzle to create hand-drawn three-dimensional creations.  If you can imagine it, you can draw it!  Other activi...

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.

Family Art Night

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Clendenin Branch Library
Library Branch: Clendenin Branch Library
Age Group: Family, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops, Family Nights
Event Details:
Draw and paint on canvas, wood and rocks.  You will learn about colors and tips on painting during the first half of the program. Then it will be your time to choose what and how you want to paint. ...

Halloween Wreath

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Sissonville Branch Library
Library Branch: Sissonville Branch Library
Room: Sissonville Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
In a continuation of our Adult Craft Nights, Miss Cathy will teach how to make simple Halloween wreaths with ribbons and fall decor! ...

String Art: Autumn Leaf

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Cross Lanes Branch Library
Waitlist
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:
Come create a string art leaf decoration. ...

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.

Brick Builders Club

2:30pm - 3:30pm
Cross Lanes Branch Library
Library Branch: Cross Lanes Branch Library
Room: Cross Lanes Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens: 10-12 Years
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:
Join in the fun at the Cross Lanes Branch Library's Brick Builders Club! ...

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.

Master Gardener Event: Fall into Gardening

9:00am - 2:30pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 311C (A/B) Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Event Details:
Join the Kanawha County Master Gardeners for their virtual public education fall event, Fall Into Gardening. The library will be connecting to this event via Zoom and all speakers will be presenting remotely. Participants who wish to attend in-person...

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.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

10:00am - 11:30am
Sissonville Branch Library
Library Branch: Sissonville Branch Library
Room: Sissonville Meeting Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
September 29th is Mutation Day and because we are closed on Fridays we will celebrate on the 30th. Join us for Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle themed morning. We will make our own turtle mask, maybe even a shell. Come dressed in your best turtle attire. ...

In-Stitches Cross Stitch Club

11:00am - 1:00pm
St. Albans Branch Library
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: St. Albans Branch Library
Room: St. Albans Harry White Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Join us at the SA Branch library to work on your latest project in cross-stitching.  Learn from others, share advice, and enjoy the company of fellow crafters.  Space is limited, so register today! ...

Sewing Club

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Clendenin Branch Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Clendenin Branch Library
Room: Clendenin Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops, STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:
Learn about the parts of a sewing machine, how it works and how to use it.  Practice simple stitches and make a small project to take home. ...

Super Saturday: Fairy Tale Storytime featuring the Charleston Ballet

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 406/407 John L. and Maude Dickenson Room
Age Group: Children, Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Family, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytimes
Event Details:
Young readers and families will enjoy fairy tales, character appearances, and a special craft. Families may enter to win two tickets to the Charleston Ballet's Oct 20-21 performance (must be present to win!)! ...

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.

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.

Freedom to Read Week: I Spy!

All Day 10/1 - 10/7
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: I-Spy & Scavenger Hunts
Event Details:
Celebrate Freedom to Read Week with this special I Spy! activity. Children search in Children's Services for photos of children's books and when all are found, select a treat from the treasure chest. ...

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.

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.

Freedom to Read Week: Puzzle Piece Scavenger Hunt

All Day 10/1 - 10/7
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: IDEA Lab, I-Spy & Scavenger Hunts
Event Details:
Stop by the Main Library and participate in the IDEA Lab's Freedom to Read Week Puzzle Piece Scavenger Hunt! Nine puzzle pieces made in our Glowforge, showcasing the cover of 2022's most challenged books, will be hidden around the library for you to ...

Freedom to Read Challenge

All Day 10/1 - 10/31
Beanstack
Library Branch: Beanstack
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Reading Challenge
Event Details:
Join us in October for our Freedom to Read Challenge! We challenge you to read one book this month that is on the American Library Association's challenged books list. The ALA keeps data on the most challenged books of the year, starting in 1990 a...

Freedom to Read Week: Children's Challenged Books Posting

7:30pm - 8:00pm
Facebook
Library Branch: Facebook
Age Group: Children, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Book Discussions, Virtual Events, Other
Event Details:
During KCPL's Freedom to Read Week (October 1 - 7), visit our Facebook page each day at 7:30 pm for a new post about challenged Children's books and their authors. The posts will stay up, so be sure to check out all seven days of information! ...