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Name: Kumihimo Bracelet Workshop
Start: 2022-10-01T10:30:00-04:00
End: 2022-10-01T12:30:00-04:00
Location: Dunbar Branch Library

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Kumihimo Bracelet Workshop

Saturday, October 1, 2022 at 10:30am - 12:30pm

Dunbar Meeting Room at Dunbar Branch Library

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Age Group:

Adults

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Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library

Room: Dunbar Meeting Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 2

Event Details:

Join this workshop presented by the Kanawha Rock & Gem Club to learn how to make kumihimo bracelets, a type of braided jewelry. Supplies will be provided. Space is limited and registration is required to participate in this event. ...

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West Side Day

Saturday, October 1, 2022 at 11:30am - 3:30pm

Main Library

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All Ages

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Library Branch: Main Library

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Other

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West Side Day at the Main Library FREE trolleys will run between 11a - 4p from Save-A-Lot parking lot (748 Virginia St W) Fun for all ages! 4th Floor Childrens: Haunted House craft 12-1p I-Spy and STEM kits 3rd Floor: History Alive: Be...

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Jump into Storytime

Wednesday, October 5, 2022 at 10:30am - 11:00am

Elk Valley Meeting Room A/B at Elk Valley Branch Library

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Storytimes

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Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years

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Library Branch: Elk Valley Branch Library

Room: Elk Valley Meeting Room A/B

Age Group: Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years

Program Type: Storytimes

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: Unlimited

Event Details:

Storytime sessions are designed for children up to 5 years of age. Child and caregiver will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, and much more. Join us to begin fostering a love of reading and books in our youngest library patrons. ...

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Playgroup at the Library

Wednesday, October 5, 2022 at 11:00am - 11:30am

Elk Valley Meeting Room A/B at Elk Valley Branch Library

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Playgroups

Age Group:

Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years

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Library Branch: Elk Valley Branch Library

Room: Elk Valley Meeting Room A/B

Age Group: Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years

Program Type: Playgroups

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: Unlimited

Event Details:

Stick around each week after storytime for playgroup! This is a great opportunity for your children to interact and socialize with others their age. Same goes for you, parents! Meet others parents while your children have fun. ...

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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.

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Kumihimo Bracelet Workshop

Thursday, October 6, 2022 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Elk Valley Meeting Room A/B at Elk Valley Branch Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops

Age Group:

Adults

Open

Library Branch: Elk Valley Branch Library

Room: Elk Valley Meeting Room A/B

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 10

Event Details:

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Kumihimo Bracelet Workshop

Saturday, October 8, 2022 at 10:00am - 12:00pm

Main 311C (A/B) Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation Meeting Room at Main Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops

Age Group:

Adults

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Library Branch: Main Library

Room: Main 311C (A/B) Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation Meeting Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 0

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Fall Festival Saturday

Saturday, October 8, 2022 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Riverside Public Library

Program Type:

Other

Age Group:

Family

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Library Branch: Riverside Public Library

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Other

Event Details:

We will be having Halloween crafts and games. Take a walk up our spooky staircase. Enter for the door prizes. Treat bags for all the kids. ...

Drop-in and Play

Monday, October 10, 2022 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Elk Valley Meeting Room A/B at Elk Valley Branch Library

Program Type:

Family Nights, Playgroups

Age Group:

Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Family

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Open

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, Playgroups

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: Unlimited

Event Details:

Drop-in to the Elk Valley Branch Library for an informal play time for school-aged children. Each session will have different activities - such as building bricks, board games, or other STEM resources - available for students and families to ex...

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Cooks and Books

Monday, October 10, 2022 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Main 308/309 Conference Room at Main Library

Program Type:

Book Discussions

Age Group:

Adults, Seniors

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Open

Library Branch: Main Library

Room: Main 308/309 Conference Room

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Book Discussions

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: Unlimited

Event Details:

Cooks and Books is a monthly discussion group that will meet every second Monday to share recipes and explore beautiful cookbooks together. Whether you love cooking an elaborate dinner or are just here for the food photography, Cooks and Books welcom...

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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.

Master Gardener Series: Fall Gardening

Tuesday, October 11, 2022 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Main 311B Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation Meeting Room at Main Library

Program Type:

Classes & Workshops

Age Group:

Adults

Open

Library Branch: Main Library

Room: Main 311B Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation Meeting Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Classes & Workshops

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 19

Event Details:

What vegetables can you grow in the fall and throughout the winter? In this class, we will explore cold-weather crops and share other fun ideas. After teaching 34 years, mainly in first and second grades, Beverly Stern completed her certifica...

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All Day	This event is in the "Family" group. Sharing the Dream 01/03/2022 @ 10:30am - 01/31/2022 @ 7:30pm St. Albans Branch Library This event is in the "Family" group. Library Branch: St. Albans Branch Library Age Group: Family Program Type: Other Event Details: Visit our 2nd Floor Children's Department and add your dream of a better world to our display honoring the life of Martin Luther King, Jr. ... 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
	This event is in the "All Ages" group. Winter Reading 2022 All Day Beanstack This event is in the "All Ages" group. Library Branch: Beanstack Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Winter Library Club Event Details: Join KCPL on Beanstack for Winter Reading 2022. This year, we "Read for a Better World." Explore the world around you through a good book from January 1-31. Read one book to win a prize and be entered into a drawing for a $25 Amazon gift card. Pri... 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	This event is in the "All Ages" group. Winter Reading 2022 All Day Beanstack This event is in the "All Ages" group. Library Branch: Beanstack Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Winter Library Club Event Details: Join KCPL on Beanstack for Winter Reading 2022. This year, we "Read for a Better World." Explore the world around you through a good book from January 1-31. Read one book to win a prize and be entered into a drawing for a $25 Amazon gift card. Pri... 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	This event is in the "Adults" group. Celebrate the Golden Life of Betty White All Day Cross Lanes Branch Library This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Cross Lanes Branch Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Other Event Details: Celebrate the legacy of Betty White with take home activities and snacks. ... 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.	This event is in the "All Ages" group. Winter Reading 2022 All Day Beanstack This event is in the "All Ages" group. Library Branch: Beanstack Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Winter Library Club Event Details: Join KCPL on Beanstack for Winter Reading 2022. This year, we "Read for a Better World." Explore the world around you through a good book from January 1-31. Read one book to win a prize and be entered into a drawing for a $25 Amazon gift card. Pri... 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	This event is in the "All Ages" group. Winter Reading 2022 All Day Beanstack This event is in the "All Ages" group. Library Branch: Beanstack Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Winter Library Club Event Details: Join KCPL on Beanstack for Winter Reading 2022. This year, we "Read for a Better World." Explore the world around you through a good book from January 1-31. Read one book to win a prize and be entered into a drawing for a $25 Amazon gift card. Pri... 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	This event is in the "All Ages" group. Winter Reading 2022 All Day Beanstack This event is in the "All Ages" group. Library Branch: Beanstack Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Winter Library Club Event Details: Join KCPL on Beanstack for Winter Reading 2022. This year, we "Read for a Better World." Explore the world around you through a good book from January 1-31. Read one book to win a prize and be entered into a drawing for a $25 Amazon gift card. Pri... 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	This event is in the "All Ages" group. Winter Reading 2022 All Day Beanstack This event is in the "All Ages" group. Library Branch: Beanstack Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Winter Library Club Event Details: Join KCPL on Beanstack for Winter Reading 2022. This year, we "Read for a Better World." Explore the world around you through a good book from January 1-31. Read one book to win a prize and be entered into a drawing for a $25 Amazon gift card. Pri... 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
		This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Pre-K: 3-5 Years" group. This event is in the "Elementary: 6-11 Years" group. I Spy! January All Day 1/17 - 1/22 St. Albans Branch Library This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Pre-K: 3-5 Years" group. This event is in the "Elementary: 6-11 Years" group. Library Branch: St. Albans Branch Library Age Group: Children, Pre-K: 3-5 Years, Elementary: 6-11 Years Program Type: I-Spy & Scavenger Hunts Event Details: Can you find the pictures hidden in our 2nd Floor Children's Department? Ask staff for a game sheet, then search for the hidden pictures. Redeem your completed game sheet for a small prize at our 2nd Floor Service Desk. ... 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 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.
			This event is in the "All Ages" group. Winter Reading 2022 All Day Beanstack This event is in the "All Ages" group. Library Branch: Beanstack Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Winter Library Club Event Details: Join KCPL on Beanstack for Winter Reading 2022. This year, we "Read for a Better World." Explore the world around you through a good book from January 1-31. Read one book to win a prize and be entered into a drawing for a $25 Amazon gift card. Pri... 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
			This event is in the "All Ages" group. Martin Luther King Jr. Had a Dream All Day 1/18 - 1/22 Cross Lanes Branch Library This event is in the "All Ages" group. Library Branch: Cross Lanes Branch Library Age Group: All Ages Program Type: I-Spy & Scavenger Hunts Event Details: Martin Luther King Jr. had a dream and we want to share it with you! Learn more about his DREAM with with this I Spy for all ages. ...
10 am				This event is in the "Babies: 0-18 Months" group. This event is in the "Toddlers: 18-36 Months" group. Virtual Storytime 10:30am - 11:00am Facebook This event is in the "Babies: 0-18 Months" group. This event is in the "Toddlers: 18-36 Months" group. Library Branch: Facebook Age Group: Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months Program Type: Storytimes, Virtual Events Event Details: Enjoy a new story with us on Facebook. ...
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2 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Elk Valley Book Group 2:00pm - 3:00pm Zoom Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Closed Library Branch: Zoom Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Book Discussions Registration Required Seats Remaining: 10 Event Details: We will be discussing "Last Ragged Breath" by Julia Keller. Books are available at the circulation desk. Please include your email when you register for the Zoom link. ...				This event is in the "Family" group. Family Storytime 2:00pm - 2:45pm Facebook This event is in the "Family" group. Library Branch: Facebook Age Group: Family Program Type: Storytimes, Virtual Events Event Details: Enjoy books, rhymes, and activities about various themes. ...
3 pm						This event is in the "Elementary: 6-11 Years" group. 1st Chapter Fridays 3:00pm - 4:00pm Facebook This event is in the "Elementary: 6-11 Years" group. Library Branch: Facebook Age Group: Elementary: 6-11 Years Program Type: Virtual Events Event Details: Sneak peek of a variety of chapter books for children. ...
4 pm					This event is in the "Family" group. Write a 5 Word Story 4:00pm - 5:00pm Facebook This event is in the "Family" group. Library Branch: Facebook Age Group: Family Program Type: Virtual Events Event Details: What's happening in the wacky picture? Write a 5 word story to share online. ...
5 pm			Reservation Advisory Board meeting 5:00pm - 7:45pm St. Albans Branch Library Library Branch: St. Albans Branch Library Room: St. Albans Community Room Purpose of Meeting Monthly Advisory Board meeting ...

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