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Library Cards & Ice Cream!

All Day 9/3 - 9/30
All Ages
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

KCPL is again partnering with our friends at Ellen's Ice Cream to create a flavor for Library Card Sign-Up Month in September. What will their creation be this year?

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.

Golden Years: Bingo

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
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!

Popcorn Pop-up

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens
Cross Lanes Branch Library
Library Branch: Cross Lanes Branch Library
Room: Cross Lanes Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movies & Performances, Other
Event Details:

Teens are invited to join us after school on multiple days during the month of the September for Popcorn Pop-ups! We will be providing freshly popped popcorn and toppings and putting a movie or TV show on the big screen. 

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.

Grand Reopening of Glasgow

10:30am - 6:00pm
All Ages
Glasgow Branch Library
Library Branch: Glasgow Branch Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Come celebrate with us as we reopen our Glasgow branch. Craft kits will be available. Cookies, juice and water 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.

Celebrate Constitution Day 2024!

9:00am - 7:30pm
Children, Family, All Ages
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Children, Family, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other
Event Details:

Constitution Day is held annually on September 17 to celebrate the signing of the United States Constitution in 1787.

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

10:30am - 11:30am
Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years
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 Miss Danielle for Sensory Play. There will be different textured items for your little ones to explore.

All Abilities Club

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Dunbar Branch Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library
Room: Dunbar Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Join us for All Abilities Club! This program is designed for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and accompanying care partners, but all abilities are welcome!

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Required

Registration for this program is required due to limited space and materials. If you cannot attend, please call the library to cancel your registration so the spot may open up to others. A registration will be cancelled and a program spot made available to other patrons if the registrant does not arrive within 10 minutes of the scheduled program time.

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.

Popcorn Pop-up

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens
Cross Lanes Branch Library
Library Branch: Cross Lanes Branch Library
Room: Cross Lanes Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movies & Performances, Other
Event Details:

Teens are invited to join us after school on multiple days during the month of the September for Popcorn Pop-ups! We will be providing freshly popped popcorn and toppings and putting a movie or TV show on the big screen. 

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.

Cryptid Games

2:30pm - 4:30pm
Family
Cross Lanes Branch Library
Library Branch: Cross Lanes Branch Library
Room: Cross Lanes Meeting Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Drop in and play some cryptid based games and activities.

Teen Time

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens
Elk Valley Branch Library
Library Branch: Elk Valley Branch Library
Room: Elk Valley Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other
Event Details:

Teens are invited for Teen Time!  Join us to celebrate cryptids. Create a fun cryptid mask. Bring your friends for an evening of fun! 

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.

Costume Swap Drop-Off

10:00am - 8:00pm
Children, Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years
Elk Valley Branch Library
Library Branch: Elk Valley Branch Library
Age Group: Children, Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years
Program Type: Holiday, Other
Event Details:

If you happen to have clean, gently used Halloween or play costumes (complete with all pieces or accessories) that you’d like to drop off for a costume swap later in the week, you can drop them off on Sept.

Bigfoot Bingo

3:00pm - 3:30pm
Family
Cross Lanes Branch Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Cross Lanes Branch Library
Room: Cross Lanes Meeting Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Celebrate all things cryptid by playing a few rounds of Bigfoot Bingo!

Adult Play Group - Trivia & Games

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults, Seniors
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 trivia 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.

Costume Swap Drop-Off

10:00am - 8:00pm
Children, Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years
Elk Valley Branch Library
Library Branch: Elk Valley Branch Library
Age Group: Children, Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years
Program Type: Holiday, Other
Event Details:

If you happen to have clean, gently used Halloween or play costumes (complete with all pieces or accessories) that you’d like to drop off for a costume swap later in the week, you can drop them off on Sept.

Golden Years: Bingo

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
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!

Costume Swap Shop

4:00pm - 7:00pm
Children, Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years
Elk Valley Branch Library
Library Branch: Elk Valley Branch Library
Room: Elk Valley Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Children, Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years
Program Type: Holiday, Other
Event Details:

Drop in on the days and times listed above to shop for a “new-to-you” costume for Halloween or for playtime in general.  The swap is free and open to any children who visit the library.  Please bring them with you!  You do not need

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.

Costume Swap Shop

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Children, Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years
Elk Valley Branch Library
Library Branch: Elk Valley Branch Library
Room: Elk Valley Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Children, Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years
Program Type: Holiday, Other
Event Details:

Drop in on the days and times listed above to shop for a “new-to-you” costume for Halloween or for playtime in general.  The swap is free and open to any children who visit the library.  Please bring them with you!  You do not need

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.

Popcorn Pop-up

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens
Cross Lanes Branch Library
Library Branch: Cross Lanes Branch Library
Room: Cross Lanes Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movies & Performances, Other
Event Details:

Teens are invited to join us after school on multiple days during the month of the September for Popcorn Pop-ups! We will be providing freshly popped popcorn and toppings and putting a movie or TV show on the big screen. 

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.

Media Literacy: Staying Afloat in a Sea of Misinformation

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 311A GKVF Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

As algorithms and talking heads lead us further into division,  newsrooms continue to downsize, West Virginia elected officials work to control narratives, and pro-censorship activists challenge access to books in our schools and libraries, i

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.

October, Thursday Program Holder (replace/remove as needed)

6:00pm - 7:30pm
All Ages
Cross Lanes Branch Library
Cancelled
Library Branch: Cross Lanes Branch Library
Room: Cross Lanes Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Other

St Albans Advisory Board Annual Meeting

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
St. Albans Branch Library
Library Branch: St. Albans Branch Library
Room: St. Albans Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

You're invited to the annual St Albans Advisory Board's presentation and learn exciting new things happening at the library!

Halloween Trivia

4:30pm - 6:30pm
Teens
St. Albans Branch Library
Library Branch: St. Albans Branch Library
Room: St. Albans Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming Sessions, Other
Event Details:

Bring your best hauntingly spine-chilling trivia knowledge and compete (solo or as a team) for a horrifyingly good grand prize!

Teen Time: Halloween Party!

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens
Elk Valley Branch Library
Library Branch: Elk Valley Branch Library
Room: Elk Valley Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other
Event Details:

Teens are invited for Teen Time!  Join us to celebrate Halloween with a costume party, complete with potions making and creepy snacks.  Bring your friends for an evening of frightening fun! 

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.

Peaceful Reading Club

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Dunbar Branch Library
Registration
Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Want to join a book club but don't enjoy the stress of forced conversation or the pressure of assigned reading? Then the Peaceful Reading Club is for you! Join us for quiet reading time where you BYOB - Bring Your Own Book.

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Required

Registration for this program is required due to limited space and materials. If you cannot attend, please call the library to cancel your registration so the spot may open up to others. A registration will be cancelled and a program spot made available to other patrons if the registrant does not arrive within 10 minutes of the scheduled program time.