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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

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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!

Winter Watch Challenge

All Day 1/1 - 1/31

Beanstack

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Reading Challenge, Winter Library Club

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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

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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

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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 "Elementary: 6-11 Years" group This event is in the "Tweens: 10-12 Years" group Cryptid Crafts: Mothman, Braxie, Big Foot and more All Day 9/2–9/30 Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years Main Library 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: Main Library Age Group: Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Discover the legends! Browse great books on Mothman, Bigfoot, and other mysterious cryptids—then stick around to make your own cryptid crafts! Sign up for a library card and pick a Mothman prize! 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 "Elementary: 6-11 Years" group This event is in the "Tweens: 10-12 Years" group Cryptid I SPY Scavenger Hunt All Day 9/2–9/30 Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years Main Library 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: Main Library Age Group: Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years Program Type: I-Spy & Scavenger Hunts Event Details: Where are Mothman, Bigfoot, and other mysterious cryptids hiding? Explore the Children's Floor to track them down! Find them all and win a prize! 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 "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 I-Spy WV Cryptids All Day 9/2–9/30 Pre-K: 3-5 Years, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years St. Albans Branch Library 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: St. Albans Branch Library Age Group: Pre-K: 3-5 Years, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years Program Type: I-Spy & Scavenger Hunts Event Details: Can you spot Bigfoot lurking in the Children's Department? Or maybe the Sheepsquatch will catch your eye first. Find them all (before they find you) and you will get to chose a small prize. 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 "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 Craft Supply Swap: Drop Off Days All Day 9/22–9/24 Teens, Adults, Family, Seniors, All Ages Elk Valley Branch Library Closed Registration Required 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 Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Elk Valley Branch Library Age Group: Teens, Adults, Family, Seniors, All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other Registration Required Event Details: Do you have craft supplies you no longer need? Looking for some creative inspiration? Drop off unneeded but usable supplies at the Elk Valley Branch Library from September 22 - September 24.		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 Craft Supply Swap 09/25/2025 @ 10:00am–09/27/2025 @ 4:30pm Children, Teens, Adults, Family, Seniors, All Ages Elk Valley Branch Library Closed Registration Required 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 Closed 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: Children, Teens, Adults, Family, Seniors, All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other Registration Required Event Details: Do you have craft supplies you no longer need? Looking for some creative inspiration? Donated items will be on display during open hours Thursday, September 25 - Saturday, September 27 at the Elk Valley Branch Library. 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.
11 am					This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Cryptid Trace & Paint Workshop 11:00am–1:00pm Teens, Adults, Seniors St. Albans Branch Library Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Closed 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: Teens, Adults, Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Calling all cryptid lovers! We are tracing and painting a WV cryptid on a picture frame! All materials will be provided. Spaces are limited, so register beginning September 8, 2025. 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. 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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2 pm					This event is in the "Teens" group Teen Anime Club FINALE! 2:00pm–4:00pm Teens Main Library This event is in the "Teens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Teen Zone Age Group: Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Movies & Performances Event Details: Join us in the Teen Zone for our last monthly Anime Club! Together, we will pick which anime to screen and make custom Superfight anime character cards. Then, we'll play the game with our anime characters! 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.
3 pm				This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Elementary: 6-11 Years" group This event is in the "Tweens: 10-12 Years" group Chess Club for Kids 3:00pm–4:00pm Children, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years Main Library This event is in the "Children" 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: Main Library Room: Main 406/407 John L. and Maude Dickinson Room Age Group: Children, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years Program Type: Gaming Sessions Event Details: Children ages 6-12 are invited to participate in this community Chess Club held every other Thursday. Learn new chess skills while playing the game. 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.
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5 pm		This event is in the "Elementary: 6-11 Years" group This event is in the "Tweens: 10-12 Years" group Brick Builders Club 5:30pm–7:00pm Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years St. Albans Branch Library 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: St. Albans Branch Library Room: St. Albans Community Room Age Group: Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years Program Type: STEM Event Details: Come and build with us! Children 6-11 and caregiver. 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 "Children" 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 Full STEM Ahead: Hive & Honey with WVSU Extension 5:30pm–7:00pm Children, Pre-K: 3-5 Years, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Family Elk Valley 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 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: Elk Valley Branch Library Room: Elk Valley Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Children, Pre-K: 3-5 Years, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Family Program Type: Family Nights, STEM Event Details: In honor of National Honey Month, take a dive into the hive with us to learn about bees and other pollinators, sample a variety of honeys, explore different beekeeping equipment, and learn ways you can help pollinators thrive in your area. 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.
6 pm			This event is in the "Tweens: 10-12 Years" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group SasQWHAT? Bigfoot and Friends Trivia 6:00pm–7:00pm Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens, Adults St. Albans Branch Library This event is in the "Tweens: 10-12 Years" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" 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: Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens, Adults Program Type: Other Event Details: Think you know your sasquatch from your snarly yow? The Flatwoods Monster from the Grafton Monster? Red eyed creatures from yellow-eyed ones? Just how wide was The Mothman's wing span and what about that winged Snallygaster? 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Design a Journal 6:00pm–7:30pm Teens, Adults IDEA Lab Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: IDEA Lab Room: IDEA Lab Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, IDEA Lab Registration Required Event Details: Come to the IDEA lab and learn how you can use creative technologies – such as our Cricut and Glowforge machines – to bring your unique ideas to life. 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. 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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