Join us in September for our Freedom to Read Challenge! This challenge is only available for virtual participation on Beanstack.
Freedom to Read Week, also commonly known as Banned Books Week, will be celebrated Sept. 22-28, 2024. We challenge you to read one book this month that is on the American Library Association's challenged books list.
The ALA keeps data on the most challenged books of the year, starting in 1990 and ending in 2023. Find the ALA's most recent and archived data on censorship and challenged books here: https://bit.ly/45ffBkd
Participants who earn the completion badge for this challenge may visit the Main Library to pick-up a KCPL coffee mug as their completion prize. A limited number of prizes will be available at branch library locations.
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.
Upcoming Events
Join us in September for our Freedom to Read Challenge! This challenge is only available for virtual participation on Beanstack.
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.
National Novel Writing Month is finally here! Come right in to the library for a series of Write-Ins, every Tuesday in November. Feel free to bring a snack, a cup of coffee, and your favorite writing medium.
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.
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.
Many of our branch library locations will have special displays for Freedom to Read Week. Stop by anytime to check them out! Click here to find our branch library locations and hours.
LIGHT UP THE WORLD WITH A GOOD BOOK
This month is Freedom to Read month. The library has a Challenge on Beanstack but we are also LIGHTING up the Library with book titles that "lit" up your perspective! &...
This month is Freedom to Read month. The library has a Challenge on Beanstack but we are also LIGHTING up the Library with book titles that "lit" up your perspective! Books that make us feel good. Books that make us think!&
Media Literacy: Staying Afloat in a Sea of Misinformation
As algorithms and talking heads lead us further into division, newsrooms continue to downsize, West Virginia elected officials work to control narratives, and pro-censorship ...
As algorithms and talking heads lead us further into division, newsrooms continue to downsize, West Virginia elected officials work to control narratives, and pro-censorship activists challenge access to books in our schools and libraries, i
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.
