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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

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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

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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

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Holiday, Storytimes

Age Group:

Family

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Library Branch: Main Library

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Holiday, Storytimes

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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!

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

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STEM

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Children

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Library Branch: Main Library

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

Age Group: Children

Program Type: STEM

Registration Required

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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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All Day	This event is in the "All Ages" group Black History Month Reading Challenge All Day 2/1–2/28 All Ages Beanstack Virtual Event This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Beanstack Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Reading Challenge Event Details: Join us on Beanstack in February for our Black History Month Reading Challenge! This month, we challenge you to read one book written by a Black author or illustrated by a Black artist. 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.
	This event is in the "All Ages" group Civil Rights Exhibit All Day 2/1–2/28 All Ages Main Library This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Displays & Exhibits Event Details: All ages are invited to view the traveling interactive exhibit, "Celebrating the 60th Anniversary of the Civil Rights Act of 1964", designed by Eve Faulkes and created by the Community Coalition for Social Justice of Morgantown, WV. 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.
	This event is in the "All Ages" group LOVE LETTERS TO THE LIBRARY 02/01/2025 @ 9:30am–02/28/2025 @ 5:00pm All Ages Dunbar Branch Library This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Holiday Event Details: Stop by the library and write your own "Love Letter to the Library" on our "hearts". Completed hearts will be displayed in the library for all to see. Tell us why YOU love the library!
10 am		This event is in the "All Ages" group Kanawha Mall 10:00am–1:00pm All Ages Bookmobile Offsite Event This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.
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1 pm							This event is in the "Family" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Valentine Cake Pops 1:00pm–2:30pm Family, All Ages Clendenin Branch Library Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Family" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Clendenin Branch Library Age Group: Family, All Ages Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Holiday, STEM Registration Required Event Details: Bring the family for this Valentine treat. Learn to make and decorate a delicious cake pop. Make one to eat at the event and make another to take home. 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.
2 pm		This event is in the "All Ages" group Kanawha Mall 2:30pm–4:00pm All Ages Bookmobile Offsite Event This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.	This event is in the "All Ages" group Church of the Nazarene @ Campbells Creek 2:30pm–4:00pm All Ages Bookmobile Offsite Event This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.	This event is in the "All Ages" group Cancelled Kenna Homes @ South Charleston 2:30pm–4:00pm All Ages Bookmobile Offsite Event This event is in the "All Ages" group Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.	This event is in the "All Ages" group Cabin Creek Health Center @ Cabin Creek 2:30pm–4:00pm All Ages Bookmobile Offsite Event This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.	This event is in the "All Ages" group Dunbar Library Chess Club 2:00pm–4:00pm All Ages Dunbar Branch Library This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library Room: Dunbar Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Gaming Sessions Event Details: Our Chess Club welcomes players of all skill levels and its aim is to provide beginners and experienced players alike an opportunity to learn the game of chess, improve their chess skills, and to enjoy challenging their peers, while experiencing h 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.
3 pm						This event is in the "All Ages" group Fuse Bead Fun 3:00pm–4:00pm All Ages Cross Lanes Branch Library This event is in the "All Ages" 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: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Come join us for a fun fuse bead craft. Disclaimer(s) Inclement Weather All programs are subject to rescheduling or cancellation in the event of inclement weather.
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5 pm			This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Family" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Books & More Storytime: Thank a Mail Carrier Day 5:30pm–6:15pm Children, Family, All Ages Main Library This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Family" group This event is in the "All Ages" 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, Family, All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Nights, Storytimes Event Details: It's Thank a Mail Carrier Day! Learn more about these public service workers and the US Postal Service through stories, songs, and activities. 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.
6 pm			This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Family" group This event is in the "Seniors" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Valentine's for the Nursing Home 6:00pm–7:30pm Children, Teens, Adults, Family, Seniors, All Ages Sissonville Branch Library This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Family" group This event is in the "Seniors" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Sissonville Branch Library Room: Sissonville Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Family, Seniors, All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Nights Event Details: Are you wanting to make a difference in our community? Join us for a night of crafting Valentines Cards for our local nursing home. Let's help brighten the residence day. Everyone deserves to feel loved on Valentines Day.

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