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Tots Storytime and Playgroup

10:30am - 11:30am
Sissonville Branch Library
Library Branch: Sissonville Branch Library
Room: Sissonville Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years
Program Type: Playgroups, Storytimes
Event Details:

Join us for a themed story time and craft. Then stay after to let your little ones play.

Monday Funday- STEM-Rainbow Paper Spinners

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Dunbar Branch Library
Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library
Room: Dunbar Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Family
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Join us every Monday, June-July for a fun STEM activity that with get you're brain thinking and your creativity flowing!

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.

Moe's Smoke Shop (Rte. 60)

2:30pm - 4:00pm
Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Bookmobile

Disclaimer(s)

Inclement Weather

All programs are subject to rescheduling or cancellation in the event of inclement weather.

SLC Finale: Library Era: Taylor or Turtles?

4:30pm - 7:00pm
Elk Valley Branch Library
Library Branch: Elk Valley Branch Library
Room: Elk Valley Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Nights, STEM, Summer Library Club
Event Details:

Round out your Summer Library Era adventures at the Elk Valley Library!  Activities will be Taylor-themed or TMNT-themed.  From painting a canvas to temporary tattoos, friendship bracelets, slime, and snacks, this will be a finale full o

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.

Live Action Oregon Trail

5:30pm - 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: Contests, Summer Library Club
Event Details:

Learn more about the challenges faced by pioneers on the Oregon Trail while playing a live action board game.

Baby and Me Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 406/407 John L. and Maude Dickenson Room
Age Group: Babies: 0-18 Months
Program Type: Storytimes, Summer Library Club
Event Details:

Interactive program with books, songs, tickle rhymes, knee bounces and more!

Baby Playgroup

10:30am - 11:00am
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 406/407 John L. and Maude Dickenson Room
Age Group: Babies: 0-18 Months
Program Type: Playgroups, Summer Library Club
Event Details:

Informal playgroup to encourage play and social interaction between parents, caregivers, babies, and toddlers.

Fairy Jar

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Sissonville Branch Library
Library Branch: Sissonville Branch Library
Room: Sissonville Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join Miss Cathy to make fairy jars! These cute little jars will display a fairy when a tea light shines from within. 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.

Live Action Oregon Trail

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Cross Lanes Branch Library
Library Branch: Cross Lanes Branch Library
Room: Cross Lanes Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens
Program Type: Contests, Summer Library Club
Event Details:

Learn more about the challenges faced by pioneers on the Oregon Trail while playing a live action board game.

Tiny Tots Storytime

10:00am - 10:45am
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 406/407 John L. and Maude Dickenson Room
Age Group: Toddlers: 18-36 Months
Program Type: Storytimes, Summer Library Club
Event Details:

Interactive program with books, songs, musical instruments, play and more!

Dollar General @ East Bank

10:00am - 12:30pm
Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Bookmobile

Disclaimer(s)

Inclement Weather

All programs are subject to rescheduling or cancellation in the event of inclement weather.

Sissonville SLC Finale

10:00am - 4:30pm
Sissonville Branch Library
Library Branch: Sissonville Branch Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Library Club
Event Details:

Join the Sissonville staff for a fun, simple finale to the Summer Library Club. Enjoy some crafts and snacks while you're here!

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.

SLC Finale Storytime: Down by the River

11:00am - 1:00pm
Riverside Public Library
Library Branch: Riverside Public Library
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Down by the Riverside we will enjoy a story time, with crafts, snacks and a lil fishing game. Fun for all as we end our SLC 2024 adventures.

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.

Book Return and Chill- End of SLC Party

11:00am - 3:00pm
Dunbar Branch Library
Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library
Room: Dunbar Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Summer Library Club
Event Details:

Help us end Summer Library Club with a bang! 

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.

Wednesday Book Group

11:30am - 1:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 308/309 Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussions
Event Details:

Join us on the last Wednesday of each month at 11:30 a.m. as we discuss each month's title at the Main library in Charleston. This month, we will be discussing West of Sunset by Stewart O'Nan. 

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.

Cabin Creek Clinic

2:30pm - 4:00pm
Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Bookmobile

Disclaimer(s)

Inclement Weather

All programs are subject to rescheduling or cancellation in the event of inclement weather.

Little Explorers Storytime

10:00am - 10:45am
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 406/407 John L. and Maude Dickenson Room
Age Group: Toddlers: 18-36 Months
Program Type: Storytimes, Summer Library Club
Event Details:

Enjoy books, songs and rhymes followed by a sensory play activity.

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.

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.

Coonskin Park

10:00am - 1:00pm
Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Bookmobile

Disclaimer(s)

Inclement Weather

All programs are subject to rescheduling or cancellation in the event of inclement weather.

Kenna Homes @ South Charleston

2:30pm - 4:00pm
Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Bookmobile

Disclaimer(s)

Inclement Weather

All programs are subject to rescheduling or cancellation in the event of inclement weather.

Elk Valley Advisory Board Used Book Fundraiser

5:00pm - 7:30pm
Elk Valley Branch Library
Library Branch: Elk Valley Branch Library
Room: Elk Valley Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Fundraisers & Book Sales
Event Details:

Find some great deals while helping support the library.  Choose from books, DVDs, magazines and children's books.  Sponsored by the Elk Valley Advisory Board.

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.

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. 

Elk Valley Advisory Board Used Book Fundraiser

10:00am - 3:00pm
Elk Valley Branch Library
Library Branch: Elk Valley Branch Library
Room: Elk Valley Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Fundraisers & Book Sales
Event Details:

Find some great deals while helping support the library.  Choose from books, DVDs, magazines and children's books.  Sponsored by the Elk Valley Advisory Board.

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.

Elk Valley Advisory Board Used Book Fundraiser

10:00am - 3:00pm
Elk Valley Branch Library
Library Branch: Elk Valley Branch Library
Room: Elk Valley Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Fundraisers & Book Sales
Event Details:

Find some great deals while helping support the library.  Choose from books, DVDs, magazines and children's books.  Sponsored by the Elk Valley Advisory Board.

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.

Machine Sewing

1:00pm - 2:30pm
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:

Review basic stitches, operation and care of machine. Learn to use specialty stitches, patterns and make a small project to take home. Bring your own machine or use one of the library's. Registration required. Limit 8.