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Teen Zone Graduation Party

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:
Join us as we wish a fond farewell to our graduating friends in the Teen Zone! Graduating teens will be able to personalize their own Teen Zone graduation caps and everyone will be able to vote on superlatives, answer trivia questions, play group gam...

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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.

Sewing Class

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Dunbar Branch Library
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library
Room: Dunbar Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
3rd Session with the Sewing Class  ...

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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.

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.

Simple String Art

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Sissonville Branch Library
Library Branch: Sissonville Branch Library
Room: Sissonville Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Learn to do simple string art with Ms. Cathy at the Sissonville Library! 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.

Fiction Addiction

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Cross Lanes Branch Library
Library Branch: Cross Lanes Branch Library
Room: Cross Lanes Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions, Other
Event Details:
Join Aubry and Jessica for a new evening book club where we explore a different genre of fiction each month. This month we will be discussing the Science Fiction novel Some Desperate Glory by Emily Tesh.  ...

Introduction to Mindfulness

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 311C (A/B) GKVF Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Otis Laury Nutritional Literacy, Classes & Workshops, Reading Challenge
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:
Explore the basics of Mindfulness Meditation during this five-week course with Dr. Christine Blice-Baum. The course will include learning the basics of mindfulness of breathing, mindfulness of the body, thoughts and feelings as well as mindful walkin...

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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.

Clendenin Library Advisory Board Yard Sale

8:00am - 2:00pm
Clendenin Branch Library
Library Branch: Clendenin Branch Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Fundraisers & Book Sales
Event Details:
The Clendenin Library Advisory Board is participating in Clendenin's Town-wide Yard Sale. Come support them at the library and pick up a thing or two! You will find a little bit of everything. Proceeds from the sale will go towards Clendenin Lib...

Hotdog and Book Fundraiser

10:00am - 3:00pm
Sissonville Branch Library
Library Branch: Sissonville Branch Library
Room: Sissonville Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Fundraisers & Book Sales
Event Details:
Join the Sissonville Library staff and the Sissonville Library and Cultural Association for this fundraising event! All proceeds go towards keeping the Sissonville Library an active part of the community. We will have a used book sale all day in the ...

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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.

May the 4th Be With You

11:00am - 1:00pm
Cross Lanes Branch Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Cross Lanes Branch Library
Room: Cross Lanes Meeting Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:
Celebrate the power of the force with Star Wars themed crafts and activities. ...

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.

Delta Authors on Tour

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 311C (A/B) GKVF Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Events
Event Details:
The Charleston-Institute Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. is honored to host the 2024 Delta Authors On Tour for the Midwest Region. Admission is free. We have an exciting lineup of eight well-regarded authors whose books will capti...

Super Saturday: "Rock & Read!" Live Music

2:30pm - 3:30pm
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, Teens, Adults, Family, Seniors, All Ages
Program Type: Family Nights, Movies & Performances, Storytimes, Other
Event Details:
Join us for "Rock & Read!" with live music from local favorite, Tony Music!  Bring your happy feet and love of music the whole family will enjoy! ...

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.

Maker Monday: Paper Strip Bookmarks

All Day
Elk Valley Branch Library
Library Branch: Elk Valley Branch Library
Age Group: Children, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Nights, STEM
Event Details:
Take advantage of our new Creators' Cart at the Elk Valley Branch Library!  Drop in each Monday anytime throughout the day for a different makerspace activity or challenge. In this week's session, patrons will choose from a variety of provide...

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.

STEM: Make a Badge

All Day 5/6 - 5/9
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM
Event Details:
Celebrate Children's Book Week and the Library's Birthday! Make a badge to show your library spirit! Completing a badge helps children with fine motor skills such as cutting, coloring and more. Pick up information about additional resources for famil...

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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.

Kanawha Mall

9:00am - 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.

Tots Storytime and Playgroup

10:00am - 11:30am
Sissonville Branch Library
Library Branch: Sissonville Branch Library
Room: Sissonville Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years
Program Type: Playgroups, Storytimes
Event Details:
Join Miss Danielle for a themed storytime and craft. Then stay after for a playgroup to let your little ones  get some of those wiggles out. ...

Anxiety and Stress Information Session with New Horizons Therapy

12:00pm - 1:30pm
Main Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Otis Laury Nutritional Literacy, Classes & Workshops, Health & Wellness, Reading Challenge
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:
Join us for an information session on anxiety and stress, presented by New Horizons Therapy Services. This program will take place on the third floor of the Main Library in our Otis Laury Nutritional Literacy Center. The Center is located on the Capi...

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.

Not Your Average Book Club

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Dunbar Branch Library
Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library
Room: Dunbar Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussions
Event Details:
This is a book club to challenge members to read genres they wouldn't normally read.  We have a topic or genre each month and each member reads different books and discuss them at the next meeting.  We each get ideas that way on books to ad...

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.

Glowforge 201: Trinket Dishes

4:00pm - 6:00pm
IDEA Lab
Registration
Library Branch: IDEA Lab
Room: IDEA Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops, IDEA Lab, STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:
Whether you are looking for a handmade gift for mom or simply want to learn more about laser cutting, our Glowforge 201 class is for you! In this class, we will learn how to make an intermediate design from the Glowforge catalog. Attendees will be ab...

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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.

Friendship Era Bracelet by Bethany

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Riverside Public Library
Library Branch: Riverside Public Library
Age Group: Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Bethany Spelock will be helping us make friendship era bracelets. All materials 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.

Family Fun Night!

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 406/407 John L. and Maude Dickenson Room
Age Group: Children, Pre-K: 3-5 Years, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Storytimes
Event Details:
 We invite families to take a break from the stresses of life to enjoy a fun evening of painting activities & refreshments. Drop in anytime from 5:30 pm to 7 pm. This is a Mental Health Awareness Month 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.

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.

De-stress with Adult Finger Painting!

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:
Finger painting can be an excellent stress reliever.  Learn the basics of using your fingers as brushes to create a masterpiece.   ...

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Dollar General (Glasgow)

9:00am - 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.

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

Adult Crafternoon - Learn Needle Felting

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Elk Valley Branch Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Elk Valley Branch Library
Room: Elk Valley Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:
Learn the popular craft of needle felting while making an adorable little wool mushroom. All supplies will be provided. Registration is 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.

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.