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Join us for our annual NaNoWriMo writing challenge! National Novel Writing Month is an annual writing project that takes place during the month of November. The goal is to write 50,000 words in 30 days. Join the challenge and have the chance to win fun prizes along the way!

Earn an engraved pencil from the IDEA Lab at 5,000 words and a sticker from the official NaNoWriMo organization at 25,000 words. Participants who complete 50,000 words may contact the IDEA Lab for an appointment to use the Glowforge to customize their own journal to commemorate their achievement. All supplies for this activity will be provided!

Prizes are available while supplies last and will be kept at the Main Library. Prizes can be sent to other library branches upon request. Email Adult Programming Librarian Amanda Gibson at amanda.gibson@kcpls.org to make arrangements for pick-up after completing qualifying activities.

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Let's Get Started!

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A reading challenge is a fun way to challenge yourself to read more, or to read books on a new topic that you may not have considered before! Beanstack allows readers to register for challenges available to their age group, log their reading, and track their progress.  

Reading challenge themes range from our annual Summer Library Club to Mental Health Awareness Month. Sometimes we even host movie-watching or writing challenges. There’s something for everyone! 

Create a Beanstack account and watch the library calendar for challenge announcements. When a challenge is available for your age group, register and track your progress as you go.

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Upcoming Events

NaNoWriMo Challenge

All Day 11/1 - 11/30
Beanstack
Library Branch: Beanstack
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Reading Challenge, Virtual Events
Event Details:
National Novel Writing Month is an annual writing project that takes place during the month of November. The goal is to write 50,000 words in 30 days. Join the challenge and have the chance to win fun prizes along the way! Earn an engraved pencil ...

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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.

Featured NaNoWriMo Programs

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Family Fun: The WRITE Stuff!

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Elk Valley Branch Library
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: Elementary: 6-11 Years, Family
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Family Nights
Event Details:
Start November off right with some writing creativity fun!  Participate in different writing activities and games to help get your creative juices flowing.  November is National Novel Writing Month, and it's never too early to begin encoura...

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.

National Novel Writing Month: Writing Workshop

11:00am - 12:30pm
Dunbar Branch Library
Closed
Registration
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Dunbar Branch Library
Room: Dunbar Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:
Join us for a writing workshop to celebrate National Novel Writing Month, led by writer Audrey Stanton-Smith. The workshop will be an exercise on "Using Real News to Inspire Fake Stories." As they say, the truth is stranger than fiction. So what 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.

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.

National Novel Writing Month: Writing Workshop and Write-In

4:30pm - 6:30pm
Main Library
Closed
Registration
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 311A Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:
Bring a notepad or a laptop and come right in to participate in this special write-in session during National Novel Writing Month. This write-in will begin with a guided workshop from 4:30 to 6 p.m., led by writer Audrey Stanton-Smith. &nbs...

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.

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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Come Write-In

November Novel Writing Session

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Sissonville Branch Library
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Sissonville Branch Library
Room: Sissonville Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Event Details:
It's National Novel Writing Month (AKA: NANOWRIMO)! Come on in for a writing session, learn about NANOWRIMO, and enjoy some refreshments and light music. ...

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.

National Novel Writing Month: Come Write-In

4:30pm - 6:30pm
Main Library
Closed
Registration
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 311A Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:
Bring a notepad or a laptop and come right in to participate in this write-in during National Novel Writing Month. Meet other writers and share in the NaNoWriMo camaraderie. Feel free to bring a snack and a cup of coffee! Each session is an opport...

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.

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.

November Novel Writing Session

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Sissonville Branch Library
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Sissonville Branch Library
Room: Sissonville Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Event Details:
It's National Novel Writing Month (AKA: NANOWRIMO)! Come on in for a writing session, learn about NANOWRIMO, and enjoy some refreshments and light music. ...

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.

November Novel Writing Session

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Sissonville Branch Library
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Sissonville Branch Library
Room: Sissonville Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Event Details:
It's National Novel Writing Month (AKA: NANOWRIMO)! Come on in for a writing session, learn about NANOWRIMO, and enjoy some refreshments and light music. ...

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.

November Novel Writing Session

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Sissonville Branch Library
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Sissonville Branch Library
Room: Sissonville Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Event Details:
It's National Novel Writing Month (AKA: NANOWRIMO)! Come on in for a writing session, learn about NANOWRIMO, and enjoy some refreshments and light music. ...

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.

National Novel Writing Month: Come Write-In

4:30pm - 6:30pm
Main Library
Closed
Registration
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 311A Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:
Bring a notepad or a laptop and come right in to participate in this write-in during National Novel Writing Month. Meet other writers and share in the NaNoWriMo camaraderie. Feel free to bring a snack and a cup of coffee! Each session is an opport...

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.

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.

November Novel Writing Session

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Sissonville Branch Library
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Sissonville Branch Library
Room: Sissonville Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Event Details:
It's National Novel Writing Month (AKA: NANOWRIMO)! Come on in for a writing session, learn about NANOWRIMO, and enjoy some refreshments and light music. ...

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.

National Novel Writing Month: Come Write-In

4:30pm - 6:30pm
Main Library
Closed
Registration
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main 311A Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:
Bring a notepad or a laptop and come right in to participate in this write-in during National Novel Writing Month. Meet other writers and share in the NaNoWriMo camaraderie. Feel free to bring a snack and a cup of coffee! Each session is an opport...

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.

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.