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National Library Month Prize Drawings

All Day 4/1 - 4/30
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Contests, Other
Event Details:
Celebrate April as National Library Month! Visit the Main Library Children's Services Department during April and enter to win a prize. Prize drawings will be held every Saturday in April at 4:30 pm with winners being notified the following Monday. R...

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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.

Poetry MadLibs!

All Day 4/15 - 4/20
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: IDEA Lab, Other
Event Details:
Celebrate National Poetry Month by picking up a poetry fill-in-the-blank in the Teen Zone or IDEA Lab from April 14th - 20th! We've taken some of the most famous poems ever written... and completely ruined them. Help us fix them by filling in the bla...

Spring Plant Swap Week and Seed Library

All Day 4/16 - 4/22
Elk Valley Branch Library
Library Branch: Elk Valley Branch Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Other
Event Details:
Got Plants? Share your garden plants, flowers, shrubs, houseplants, etc. at our first annual plant swap. Bring clearly labelled, healthy cuttings in small containers and pick out something to take back home with you.  Got Seeds? We'll also be...

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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.

Poem in your pocket

All Day 4/18 - 4/30
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Event Details:
Stop in Children's Services and pick a pocket full of poetry. Carry it with you to share at home, at school or with a friend.   ...

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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.

Golden Years: Bingo

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Sissonville Branch Library
Library Branch: Sissonville Branch Library
Room: Sissonville Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Other
Event Details:
At the Golden Years program, we'll be playing Bingo and making a simple craft. Maybe you'll win a prize! Refreshments will be provided but feel free to bring food to share if you wish! ...

Adult Play Group - Trivia & Games

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Elk Valley Branch Library
Library Branch: Elk Valley Branch Library
Room: Elk Valley Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Gaming Sessions, Other
Event Details:
Join us for a fun and relaxing hour of games and conversation. Bring a snack, bring a friend! Registration is 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.

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.

Sensory Play

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: Other
Event Details:
Join us for a sensory play morning. Miss Danielle will have different textured items for your little ones to explore. ...

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.

"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.

Golden Years: Bingo

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Sissonville Branch Library
Library Branch: Sissonville Branch Library
Room: Sissonville Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Other
Event Details:
At the Golden Years program, we'll be playing Bingo and making a simple craft. Maybe you'll win a prize! Refreshments will be provided but feel free to bring food to share if you wish! ...

Teen Cupcake Wars

1:30pm - 3:30pm
Elk Valley Branch Library
Library Branch: Elk Valley Branch Library
Room: Elk Valley Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gaming Sessions, Other
Event Details:
Put your cupcake decorating skills to the test!  Teams will decorate cupcakes according to different themes.  Prizes will be awarded for most creative cupcakes.  Register online via the programming calendar or by calling 304-965-3636. ...

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.

TEENS: Tee Time in the Teen Zone

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:
Celebrate National Golf Day by trying your hand at Teen Zone Mini-Golf! Battle against your friends -- and maybe even staff -- to see who has the most control over their swing. ...

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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.

It's Election Day! Vote for Your Favorite Picture Book!

9:00am - 7:30pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Event Details:
This Election Day, families with young readers are invited to stop by Children's Services and vote for your favorite picture book! Classic picture books (and some exciting new titles!) will be available to browse and borrow. Ballots will be tal...

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.

Sensory Play

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: Other
Event Details:
Join us for a sensory play. Miss Danielle will have different textured items for your little ones to explore. ...

Protect Your Peeps!

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Sissonville Branch Library
Library Branch: Sissonville Branch Library
Room: Sissonville Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:
Two Teams! Multiple Peeps! One Goal! Destroy the other team's Peeps before they destroy yours. ...

Murder Mystery for Teens

4:00pm - 6:00pm
St. Albans Branch Library
Library Branch: St. Albans Branch Library
Room: St. Albans Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:
Join us to help solve the mystery in the library!  Bring your best detective skills to follow the clues and nab the killer.  Participants will receive instructions at the door.  Play solo or with a small group.  Game entry closes ...

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.

Taste Test Tuesday

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Cross Lanes Branch Library
Library Branch: Cross Lanes Branch Library
Room: Cross Lanes Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:
Join us as we celebrate National Strawberries and Cream by tasting all things strawberry flavored!  ...

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.

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.

Golden Years: Bingo

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Sissonville Branch Library
Library Branch: Sissonville Branch Library
Room: Sissonville Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Other
Event Details:
At the Golden Years program, we'll be playing Bingo and making a simple craft. Maybe you'll win a prize! Refreshments will be provided but feel free to bring food to share if you wish! ...

Adult Play Group - Trivia & Games

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Elk Valley Branch Library
Library Branch: Elk Valley Branch Library
Room: Elk Valley Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Gaming Sessions, Other
Event Details:
Join us for a fun and relaxing hour of games and conversation. Bring a snack, bring a friend! Registration is 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.

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.

Summer Library Club Kickoff to Adventure!

10:30am - 12:30pm
St. Albans Branch Library
Library Branch: St. Albans Branch Library
Room: St. Albans Community Room
Age Group: Family, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other
Event Details:
Join us for an unforgettable journey as we kick off a summer filled with excitement, imagination, and endless adventures at the St. Albans Branch Library.  A puppet show will begin promptly at 10:30 a.m. and then join Robert Edsel Young for face...

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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.

Mini Golf in the Library

10:30am - 12:30pm
St. Albans Branch Library
Library Branch: St. Albans Branch Library
Room: St. Albans Community Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Playgroups, Other
Event Details:
Join us for a drop in mini golf event and become part of the adventure! ...

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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.

Explore with 3D Pens!

10:30am - 12:30pm
St. Albans Branch Library
Library Branch: St. Albans Branch Library
Room: St. Albans Community Room
Age Group: Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens, Adults
Program Type: STEM, Other
Event Details:
Let your imagination take flight as you embark on a journey of creativity!  There is no limit to what you can create with 3D pens.  Explore the possibilities!  Call 304-722-4244 to reserve your 30 minute spot today! ...

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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.

Adventure Through the Decades: Summer Library Club Finale Dance

10:30am - 12:30pm
St. Albans Branch Library
Library Branch: St. Albans Branch Library
Room: St. Albans Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Family, Seniors, All Ages
Program Type: Family Nights, Summer Library Club, Other
Event Details:
Get ready to twist, shout, and boogie down as we embark on a thrilling Adventure Through the Decades! Don't miss out on this unforgettable event full of music, dancing, and nostalgia. Grab your friends and join us for a journey through time on the da...