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STEM: Robots! Build and code together

Thursday, March 26, 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

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:

Register children ages 8–13 for a fun, hands-on robotics adventure with WVSU Extension and VEX GO Robotics! In this beginner-friendly program, participants will build and program a robot!

Elk Valley Advisory Board Used Book Fundraiser

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm

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

Program Type:

Fundraisers & Book Sales

Age Group:

All Ages

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Library Branch: Elk Valley Branch Library

Room: Elk Valley Meeting Room A/B

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Fundraisers & Book Sales

Event Details:

Find some great deals while helping support the library. Choose from books, DVDs, magazines and children's books. Sponsored by the Elk Valley Advisory Board.

Elk Valley Advisory Board Used Book Fundraiser

Friday, April 10, 2026 at 10:00am - 3:00pm

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

Program Type:

Fundraisers & Book Sales

Age Group:

All Ages

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Library Branch: Elk Valley Branch Library

Room: Elk Valley Meeting Room A/B

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Fundraisers & Book Sales

Event Details:

Find some great deals while helping support the library. Choose from books, DVDs, magazines and children's books. Sponsored by the Elk Valley Advisory Board.

Elk Valley Advisory Board Used Book Fundraiser

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 10:00am - 1:00pm

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

Program Type:

Fundraisers & Book Sales

Age Group:

All Ages

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Library Branch: Elk Valley Branch Library

Room: Elk Valley Meeting Room A/B

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Fundraisers & Book Sales

Event Details:

Find some great deals while helping support the library. Choose from books, DVDs, magazines and children's books. Sponsored by the Elk Valley Advisory Board.

Poetry on the Plaza: Community Poetry Readings with Featured Speaker L. Renée

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Main 311A GKVF Meeting Room at Main Library

Program Type:

Author Events, Classes & Workshops, Movies & Performances

Age Group:

Teens, Adults, Seniors

Open

Library Branch: Main Library

Room: Main 311A GKVF Meeting Room

Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Author Events, Classes & Workshops, Movies & Performances

Registration Required

Event Details:

Join us outdoors for Poetry on the Plaza and have the opportunity to recite your very own poem to celebrate National Poetry Month.

Cooks and Books

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Main 308/309 Conference Room at Main Library

Program Type:

Otis Laury Nutritional Literacy, Book Discussions

Age Group:

Adults, Seniors

Open

Library Branch: Main Library

Room: Main 308/309 Conference Room

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Otis Laury Nutritional Literacy, Book Discussions

Registration Required

Event Details:

This month, we will sharing the holiday recipes that made it to our tables this year, whether it was tried-and-true or something new!

Cooks and Books

Monday, July 13, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Main 308/309 Conference Room at Main Library

Program Type:

Otis Laury Nutritional Literacy, Book Discussions

Age Group:

Adults, Seniors

Open

Library Branch: Main Library

Room: Main 308/309 Conference Room

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Otis Laury Nutritional Literacy, Book Discussions

Registration Required

Event Details:

This month, we will sharing the holiday recipes that made it to our tables this year, whether it was tried-and-true or something new!

Cooks and Books

Monday, September 14, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Main 308/309 Conference Room at Main Library

Program Type:

Otis Laury Nutritional Literacy, Book Discussions

Age Group:

Adults, Seniors

Open

Library Branch: Main Library

Room: Main 308/309 Conference Room

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Otis Laury Nutritional Literacy, Book Discussions

Registration Required

Event Details:

This month, we will sharing the holiday recipes that made it to our tables this year, whether it was tried-and-true or something new!

Cooks and Books

Monday, November 9, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Main 308/309 Conference Room at Main Library

Program Type:

Otis Laury Nutritional Literacy, Book Discussions

Age Group:

Adults, Seniors

Open

Library Branch: Main Library

Room: Main 308/309 Conference Room

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Otis Laury Nutritional Literacy, Book Discussions

Registration Required

Event Details:

This month, we will sharing the holiday recipes that made it to our tables this year, whether it was tried-and-true or something new!

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 "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: National Parks All Day 3/9–3/14 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: America 250, I-Spy & Scavenger Hunts Event Details: Join us this week for a special I Spy celebrating America's National Parks and outdoor adventures. Children 12 and under. 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 National Parks Take and Make All Day 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 Age Group: Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years Program Type: America 250 Event Details: Stop by the Children's Department today for a take and make kit celebrating our National Parks. Kits include crafts, activity sheets, and more. While supplies last.
11 am			This event is in the "Toddlers: 18-36 Months" group This event is in the "Pre-K: 3-5 Years" group A Craft for Small Hands 11:00am–11:30am Toddlers: 18-36 Months, Pre-K: 3-5 Years St. Albans Branch Library 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: 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.		This event is in the "Family" group National Parks Mini Golf 11:00am–2:00pm 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: America 250 Event Details: Enjoy some family fun time playing a parks themed round or two of mini golf at the 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. 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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1 pm	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 Build-a-Mania 1:00pm–4:00pm 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 Room: St. Albans Community Room Age Group: Pre-K: 3-5 Years, Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years Program Type: STEM Event Details: Calling all builders! Stop by the library today and engage in some creative free play. Bricks, sticks, blocks, and more! 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.
2 pm		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 "Teens" group Let's Paint! 2:00pm–4:00pm Elementary: 6-11 Years, Tweens: 10-12 Years, Teens St. Albans Branch Library 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 "Teens" 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, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Choose from a selection of small plaster ocean animals and things that go, then apply paint to make it your own. Supplies are limited. 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.		This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Family" group St. Patrick's Day Crafts and Snacks 2:00pm–4:00pm Children, Family St. Albans Branch Library This event is in the "Children" group 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: Children, Family Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Holiday Event Details: Get a head start on St. Patrick's Day with some fun crafts and seasonal snacks. Children and caregiver. 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. Food Allergies We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
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6 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Show and Tell Book Club 6:00pm–7:30pm Adults, Seniors St. Albans Branch Library This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" 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: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Book Discussions Event Details: Are you interested in joining a book club but unsure if you’ll like the selected titles? In our Show and Tell Book Club, you’re the one who picks the book! Each month, we choose a theme, and you bring a book you've read that fits.

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