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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

Program Type:

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

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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!

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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Tots Storytime and Playgroup

10:30am–11:30am

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

Sissonville Branch Library

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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: Playgroups, Storytimes

Event Details:

Join Miss Danielle for a themed story time and craft. Then stay after and let the little ones play.

Storytime

10:30am–11:00am

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

Cross Lanes Branch Library

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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. Storytime will be canceled in the event that Kanawha County Schools are closed.

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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.

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.

Hugs & Love Bugs Valentine Party

10:30am–11:30am

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

Elk Valley Branch Library

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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: Arts & Crafts, Holiday, Storytimes

Event Details:

Love is in the air, so help us celebrate love and hugs with a Valentines party! Enjoy a short storytime with books and songs, followed by a heartwarming party! Bring some small paper Valentines to pass out.

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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.

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.

Inclement Weather

All programs are subject to rescheduling or cancellation in the event of inclement weather.

Photo & Video

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Lil' Bookworms Storytime

10:30am–11:00am

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

Dunbar Branch Library

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Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library

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

Program Type: Storytimes

Event Details:

Join us for Lil' Bookworms Storytime as we explore learning through songs, poems, music, books, movement and more!

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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.

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.

11 am

A Craft for Small Hands

11:00am–11:30am

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

St. Albans Branch Library

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Library Branch: St. Albans Branch Library

Room: St. Albans Community Room

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

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytimes

Event Details:

Make a fun and simple craft and listen to a short story. Come dressed to make a mess.

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.

Playgroup

11:00am–11:30am

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

Cross Lanes Branch Library

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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: Playgroups

Event Details:

Drop in to socialize with other families and play with toys reserved just for this age group. Parents supervise their children at this informal gathering.

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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.

Valentine's Day story time

11:00am–12:00pm

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

Riverside Public Library

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Library Branch: Riverside Public Library

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

Program Type: Storytimes

Event Details:

Valentine's Day story time. Book will be "Little Hearts" by Charles Ghigna. Valentine craft will be provided.

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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.

Lil' Tinkers Playgroup

11:00am–11:30am

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

Dunbar Branch Library

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Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library

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

Program Type: Playgroups

Event Details:

Join us for Lil' Tinkers Playgroup. During our play sessions we will explore cognitive, social, and emotional development, along with mastering fine and gross motor skills, all through play!

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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.

Inclement Weather

All programs are subject to rescheduling or cancellation in the event of inclement weather.

Photo & Video

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