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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 "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
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
Beanstack
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 "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
Jan-Dec
2026
America 250 Reading Challenge
All Day
1/1–12/31
Beanstack
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:
America 250,
Reading Challenge,
Virtual Events
Event Details:
Celebrate America's 250th birthday in 2026 with the library in the best way we know how - by reading! Read a book that matches our America 250 theme every month and earn a virtual Beanstack badge.
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.
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This event is in the "All Ages" group
05/04/2026 @ 9:30am–05/29/2026 @ 5:00pm
All Ages
Dunbar Branch Library
This event is in the "All Ages" group
MAY I SPY -- BANNED BOOK HUNT
05/04/2026 @ 9:30am–05/29/2026 @ 5:00pm
Dunbar Branch Library
Library Branch:
Dunbar Branch Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
I-Spy & Scavenger Hunts
Event Details:
To ban a book is to fear its magic. Find all the pictures of banned books hidden around the library for a prize!
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This event is in the "All Ages" 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
All Ages,
Teens,
Adults,
Family,
Seniors
Elk Valley Branch Library
This event is in the "All Ages" 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
Craft Supply Swap: Drop Off Days
All Day
5/15–5/19
Elk Valley Branch Library
Library Branch:
Elk Valley Branch Library
Age Group:
All Ages,
Teens,
Adults,
Family,
Seniors
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Other
Event Details:
Do you have craft supplies you no longer need? Are you looking for some creative inspiration? Drop off unneeded but still usable supplies and pick up some new-to-you materials. Donations of new or gently used craft supplies will
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.
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This event is in the "All Ages" group
All Ages
St. Albans Branch Library
This event is in the "All Ages" group
May
16
2026
Sat
Used Book Fundraiser
10:00am–1:00pm
St. Albans Branch Library
Library Branch:
St. Albans Branch Library
Room:
St. Albans Community Room
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Fundraisers & Book Sales
Event Details:
Find some great deals while helping support the library! Choose from books, DVDs and children's books. Sponsored by the St Albans Branch Advisory Board.
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This event is in the "All Ages" group
All Ages
St. Albans Branch Library
This event is in the "All Ages" group
May
15
2026
Fri
Used Book Fundraiser
1:00pm–5:00pm
St. Albans Branch Library
Library Branch:
St. Albans Branch Library
Room:
St. Albans Community Room
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Fundraisers & Book Sales
Event Details:
Find some great deals while helping support the library! Choose from books, DVDs and children's books. Sponsored by the St Albans Branch Advisory Board.
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This event is in the "Tweens: 10-12 Years" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Tweens: 10-12 Years,
Teens,
Adults
Riverside Public 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
May
16
2026
Sat
Crafturday: Canvas Garden Flag
1:00pm–3:00pm
Riverside Public Library
Library Branch:
Riverside Public Library
Age Group:
Tweens: 10-12 Years,
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Decorate a canvas garden flag with fabric paint or fabric markers. All supplies will be provided.
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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This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group
May
12
2026
Tue
Crazy Cat People Party!
2:00pm–5:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Teen Zone
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Health & Wellness,
Other
Event Details:
Has anyone ever called you "crazy," especially because you love cats? For 2026 Mental Health Awareness Month, embrace it by coming to the Teen Zone to play with (or maybe even adopt?!) kittens from the Kanawha-Charleston Humane Association.
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.
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 "All Ages" group
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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
All Ages,
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
Main Library
This event is in the "All Ages" group
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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
May
12
2026
Tue
Pawsitivity Pups!
2:00pm–5:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Main 406/407 John L. and Maude Dickinson Room
Age Group:
All Ages,
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
Program Type:
Health & Wellness,
Other
Event Details:
For 2026 Mental Health Awareness Month, practice self-care and embrace positivity by coming to the Children's floor to play with (or maybe even adopt?!) puppies from the Kanawha-Charleston Humane Association.
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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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Teens,
Adults,
Seniors
Clendenin Branch Library
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
May
14
2026
Thu
Afternoon Relaxation
2:00pm–3:00pm
Clendenin Branch Library
Library Branch:
Clendenin Branch Library
Room:
Clendenin Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops,
Health & Wellness
Event Details:
Drop in for an afternoon of relaxation at the library. We will have some sort of relaxation activity, such as chair yoga, meditation, or coloring. Bring some friends to share in the zen!
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.
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This event is in the "Tweens: 10-12 Years" 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
Tweens: 10-12 Years,
Teens,
Adults,
Family,
Seniors
IDEA Lab
This event is in the "Tweens: 10-12 Years" 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
May
11
2026
Mon
Age Group:
Tweens: 10-12 Years,
Teens,
Adults,
Family,
Seniors
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops,
IDEA Lab,
STEM
Event Details:
Code Club will meet monthly in the IDEA Lab to learn about coding resources and technologies, work on ongoing projects, and collaborate with other learners.
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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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Teens,
Adults,
Seniors
Dunbar Branch Library
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
May
12
2026
Tue
Soap Making Class
5:00pm–7:00pm
Dunbar Branch Library
Library Branch:
Dunbar Branch Library
Room:
Dunbar Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Unleash your creativity and pamper yourself with personalized soaps! The Dunabr Public Library invites adults to a hands-on soap making class where you can craft your own unique soaps.
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.
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.
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Teens,
Adults
Riverside Public Library
Registration Required
Offsite Event
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
May
14
2026
Thu
America 250 Diamond Art Magnet
5:30pm–7:30pm
Riverside Public Library
Library Branch:
Riverside Public Library
Room:
Riverside Offsite
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
America 250,
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
DIY Diamond Art America 250 magnet. All supplies provided. Two magnets per person.
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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