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Family STEM: Build a Gingerbread House

Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Main 406/407 John L. and Maude Dickinson Room at Main Library

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Arts & Crafts, Holiday, STEM

Age Group:

Children

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Library Branch: Main Library

Room: Main 406/407 John L. and Maude Dickinson Room

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Holiday, STEM

Registration Required

Event Details:

Register children ages 3-12 to design and build a gingerbread house with the family. We provide the supplies; bring your creativity!

Noon Year's Eve in blue letters with purple background

Noon Year's Eve Celebration

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm

Main Library

Program Type:

Holiday, Storytimes

Age Group:

Family

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Library Branch: Main Library

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Holiday, Storytimes

Event Details:

3...2...1...--Count down to the best family "Noon" Year's Eve party in Charleston! Children and families are invited to celebrate the New Year by counting down the minutes until noon!

Winter Watch Challenge

All Day 1/1 - 1/31

Beanstack

Program Type:

Reading Challenge, Winter Library Club

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

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Library Branch: Beanstack

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: Reading Challenge, Winter Library Club

Event Details:

Watch 5 movies between January 1 through January 31 to be entered into a grand prize drawing for a movie popcorn basket. One grand prize is available at each branch library location.* **

Robots! Build and program together

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:15pm

Main 407 John L. and Maude Dickinson Craft Room at Main Library

Program Type:

STEM

Age Group:

Children

Open

Library Branch: Main Library

Room: Main 407 John L. and Maude Dickinson Craft Room

Age Group: Children

Program Type: STEM

Registration Required

Event Details:

Super Saturday: Nutcracker Storytime with The Charleston Ballet

Saturday, November 28, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Main 311C (A/B) GKVF Meeting Room at Main Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Movies & Performances, Storytimes

Age Group:

Children, Family, All Ages

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Library Branch: Main Library

Room: Main 311C (A/B) GKVF Meeting Room

Age Group: Children, Family, All Ages

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Movies & Performances, Storytimes

Event Details:

Begin the holiday season with the The Charleston Ballet at our annual Nutcracker Storytime!

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10 am	This event is in the "Babies: 0-18 Months" group Baby and Me Storytime 10:00am–10:30am Babies: 0-18 Months Main Library This event is in the "Babies: 0-18 Months" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Main 406/407 John L. and Maude Dickinson Room Age Group: Babies: 0-18 Months Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Interactive program with books, songs, tickle rhymes, knee bounces and more!	This event is in the "Toddlers: 18-36 Months" group Tiny Tots Blue Dogs Storytime 10:00am–10:45am Toddlers: 18-36 Months Main Library This event is in the "Toddlers: 18-36 Months" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Main 406/407 John L. and Maude Dickinson Room Age Group: Toddlers: 18-36 Months Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Interactive program with books about 'blue dogs', songs, musical instruments, play and more! This event is in the "Babies: 0-18 Months" group This event is in the "Toddlers: 18-36 Months" group This event is in the "Pre-K: 3-5 Years" group Storytime 10:30am–11:00am Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years Cross Lanes Branch Library This event is in the "Babies: 0-18 Months" group This event is in the "Toddlers: 18-36 Months" group This event is in the "Pre-K: 3-5 Years" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Cross Lanes Branch Library Room: Cross Lanes Meeting Room Age Group: Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Get moving at this interactive storytime! Little ones will develop early literacy skills in a fun way with music, dancing, singing and stories. 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. This event is in the "Babies: 0-18 Months" group This event is in the "Toddlers: 18-36 Months" group This event is in the "Pre-K: 3-5 Years" group Blue Heeler Bonanza! 10:30am–11:30am Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years Elk Valley Branch Library This event is in the "Babies: 0-18 Months" group This event is in the "Toddlers: 18-36 Months" group This event is in the "Pre-K: 3-5 Years" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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: Arts & Crafts, Storytimes Event Details: In keeping with our Dog Days of Summer festivities this week, we will read some books about everyone's favorite Australian Blue Heeler family and enjoy some related games, activities, crafts, and snacks. 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.	This event is in the "Toddlers: 18-36 Months" group Little Explorers Storytime 10:00am–10:45am Toddlers: 18-36 Months Main Library This event is in the "Toddlers: 18-36 Months" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Main 406/407 John L. and Maude Dickinson Room Age Group: Toddlers: 18-36 Months Program Type: Storytimes 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. This event is in the "Children" group Sensory Storytime & Playgroup 10:30am–11:30am Children Dunbar Branch Library This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Join us for a storytime designed for our most sensitive patrons. -Low Lighting -Quiet Reading -Calming songs and a sensory playgroup to follow. 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.
11 am		This event is in the "Family" group Dragon's Famous Crown: A Puppet Show 11:00am–12:00pm Family St. Albans Branch Library This event is in the "Family" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: St. Albans Branch Library Room: St. Albans Community Room Age Group: Family Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytimes Event Details: Dragon and Frog learn about the power of imagination and friendship in this puppet show put on at the St. Albans Branch Library. Afterward, children will color and create their own treasure. Disclaimer(s) 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. This event is in the "Toddlers: 18-36 Months" group This event is in the "Pre-K: 3-5 Years" group This event is in the "Elementary: 6-11 Years" group This event is in the "Tweens: 10-12 Years" group Story time: Puppy/Kitty day 11:00am–12:00pm Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years Riverside Public Library This event is in the "Toddlers: 18-36 Months" group This event is in the "Pre-K: 3-5 Years" group This event is in the "Elementary: 6-11 Years" group This event is in the "Tweens: 10-12 Years" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Riverside Public Library Age Group: Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Story will be "One Day at the Wood Green Animal Shelter" by Patricia Casey. Special guests for our story time will be the Kanawha-Charleston Humane Association in honor of the Dog Days of Summer week. 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.
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5 pm	This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Babies: 0-18 Months" group This event is in the "Toddlers: 18-36 Months" group This event is in the "Pre-K: 3-5 Years" group This event is in the "Elementary: 6-11 Years" group This event is in the "Tweens: 10-12 Years" group This event is in the "Family" group Books & More Storytime: McGruff the Crime Dog 5:30pm–6:15pm Children, Babies: 0-18 Months, Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Family Main Library This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Babies: 0-18 Months" group This event is in the "Toddlers: 18-36 Months" group This event is in the "Pre-K: 3-5 Years" group This event is in the "Elementary: 6-11 Years" group This event is in the "Tweens: 10-12 Years" group This event is in the "Family" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Main 406/407 John L. and Maude Dickinson 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, Family Program Type: Family Nights, Storytimes Event Details: In this Books & More program, we welcome McGruff the Crime Fighting Dog and the Charleston Police Department. Hear some stories about crime fighting dogs, staying safe, and how to "take a bite out of crime." Get your picture made with Mc 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.		This event is in the "Toddlers: 18-36 Months" group Tiny Tots Blue Dogs Storytime 5:30pm–6:15pm Toddlers: 18-36 Months Main Library This event is in the "Toddlers: 18-36 Months" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Main 406/407 John L. and Maude Dickinson Room Age Group: Toddlers: 18-36 Months Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Interactive program with books about 'blue dogs', songs, musical instruments, play and more!

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