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					ALL DAY I Love Peace: Children's Writing and Illustrating event Clendenin Branch Library, Cross Lanes Branch Library, Dunbar Branch Library, Elk Valley Branch Library, Glasgow Branch Library, Main Library, Marmet Branch Library, Mobile Library, Nitro Public Library, Riverside Public Library, Sissonville Branch Library, St. Albans Branch Library We are celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Coretta Scott King Book Awards; which honor Coretta Scott King for her work towards peace and world bro ALL MONTH TEENS: National Novel Writing Month Main Library November is National Novel Writing Month, so all month long we'll have supplies for you to work on your own story! ALL MONTH Picture Book I-Spy Main Library Celebrate Picture Book Month at the Main Library by playing I-Spy! Search the Children's Department for popular characters from picture books. Once yo 3:30 PM Day of the Dead Celebration: Teens Main Library The Day of the Dead starts on Halloween, but we'll be celebrating this evening with some deadly crafts and snacks to help carry on the celebration! 3:30 PM Library Brick Builders Club St. Albans Branch Library Use your imagination with the world's most popular building blocks and meet some new friends. Be part of our Construction Crew and earn your Building 1	11:00 am - 1:00 pm Dia de los Muertos/Day of the Dead Celebration Main Library Join us for our Dia de los Muertos/Day of the Dead celebration, a joyful traditional Mexican holiday. Crafts, refreshments, music, face painting and m ALL DAY I Love Peace: Children's Writing and Illustrating event Clendenin Branch Library, Cross Lanes Branch Library, Dunbar Branch Library, Elk Valley Branch Library, Glasgow Branch Library, Main Library, Marmet Branch Library, Mobile Library, Nitro Public Library, Riverside Public Library, Sissonville Branch Library, St. Albans Branch Library We are celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Coretta Scott King Book Awards; which honor Coretta Scott King for her work towards peace and world bro ALL MONTH Picture Book I-Spy Main Library Celebrate Picture Book Month at the Main Library by playing I-Spy! Search the Children's Department for popular characters from picture books. Once yo 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Yoga Class Sissonville Branch Library Enrich your body and mind during this free yoga class led by Christine Coleman! This class is intended for adults, but ages 16+ may attend with an adu ALL MONTH TEENS: National Novel Writing Month Main Library November is National Novel Writing Month, so all month long we'll have supplies for you to work on your own story! 10:30 AM Golden Years Riverside Public Library Fun-filled activities for seniors with games and crafts. 11:00 AM Ready, Set, Create! Power from Nature St. Albans Branch Library In this engineering challenge for children in grades 2 - 5, participants will learn of emerging technologies related to sustainable energy production. 1:00 PM Sew Simple Clendenin Branch Library Adults are invited to learn the basics at this introductory sewing machine class. Use one of the library's new sewing machines or if you have one, bri 2
ALL DAY I Love Peace: Children's Writing and Illustrating event Clendenin Branch Library, Cross Lanes Branch Library, Dunbar Branch Library, Elk Valley Branch Library, Glasgow Branch Library, Main Library, Marmet Branch Library, Mobile Library, Nitro Public Library, Riverside Public Library, Sissonville Branch Library, St. Albans Branch Library We are celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Coretta Scott King Book Awards; which honor Coretta Scott King for her work towards peace and world bro ALL MONTH Picture Book I-Spy Main Library Celebrate Picture Book Month at the Main Library by playing I-Spy! Search the Children's Department for popular characters from picture books. Once yo ALL MONTH TEENS: National Novel Writing Month Main Library November is National Novel Writing Month, so all month long we'll have supplies for you to work on your own story! ALL MONTH TEENS: National Novel Writing Month Main Library November is National Novel Writing Month, so all month long we'll have supplies for you to work on your own story! ALL MONTH Picture Book I-Spy Main Library Celebrate Picture Book Month at the Main Library by playing I-Spy! Search the Children's Department for popular characters from picture books. Once yo ALL DAY I Love Peace: Children's Writing and Illustrating event Clendenin Branch Library, Cross Lanes Branch Library, Dunbar Branch Library, Elk Valley Branch Library, Glasgow Branch Library, Main Library, Marmet Branch Library, Mobile Library, Nitro Public Library, Riverside Public Library, Sissonville Branch Library, St. Albans Branch Library We are celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Coretta Scott King Book Awards; which honor Coretta Scott King for her work towards peace and world bro 1:00pm Dia de los Muertos/Day of the Dead Celebration Main Library Join us for our adult Dia de los Muertos/Day of the Dead celebration! Dia de los Muertos/Day of the Dead is a traditional Mexican holiday also celebra 3	ALL DAY Teens: Creative Crafts Main Library Each Monday we will have a new craft available for teens to create! Stop by Zone 4 each Monday to try out a new craft. 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM Jump into Storytime Sissonville Branch Library Storytime sessions are designed for children up to 5 years of age. 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Playgroup Sissonville Branch Library Children will have fun playing with others their own age, while adults can relax and chat. ALL MONTH Picture Book I-Spy Main Library Celebrate Picture Book Month at the Main Library by playing I-Spy! Search the Children's Department for popular characters from picture books. Once yo ALL DAY I Love Peace: Children's Writing and Illustrating event Clendenin Branch Library, Cross Lanes Branch Library, Dunbar Branch Library, Elk Valley Branch Library, Glasgow Branch Library, Main Library, Marmet Branch Library, Mobile Library, Nitro Public Library, Riverside Public Library, Sissonville Branch Library, St. Albans Branch Library We are celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Coretta Scott King Book Awards; which honor Coretta Scott King for her work towards peace and world bro ALL MONTH TEENS: National Novel Writing Month Main Library November is National Novel Writing Month, so all month long we'll have supplies for you to work on your own story! 6:00 PM Kingdom Krafters: Pine Cone Pilgrim St. Albans Branch Library Create a whimsical decoration for the Thanksgiving holiday. Supplies are limited. Registration is required. Registration opens October 7. Adults. 6:00 PM Hooks and Needles Elk Valley Branch Library Join other needle crafters and work on your current project at the library. Bring your own supplies. Beginners through experts welcome. Adults and Tee 6:00 p.m. Family Fun Night: Thanksgiving Dunbar Branch Library Thanksgiving themed stories with a related craft. We will learn some facts and history about Thanksgiving. 6:00 PM Adult Crafting Class Riverside Public Library Create a seed picture this month! Supplies are limited! 4	ALL MONTH TEENS: National Novel Writing Month Main Library November is National Novel Writing Month, so all month long we'll have supplies for you to work on your own story! ALL MONTH Picture Book I-Spy Main Library Celebrate Picture Book Month at the Main Library by playing I-Spy! Search the Children's Department for popular characters from picture books. Once yo ALL DAY I Spy: The Very Hungry Caterpillar Cross Lanes Branch Library The Very Hungry Caterpillar turns 50 this year! Come celebrate this children's classic with an I Spy adventure. Search the library for pictures of the ALL DAY I Love Peace: Children's Writing and Illustrating event Clendenin Branch Library, Cross Lanes Branch Library, Dunbar Branch Library, Elk Valley Branch Library, Glasgow Branch Library, Main Library, Marmet Branch Library, Mobile Library, Nitro Public Library, Riverside Public Library, Sissonville Branch Library, St. Albans Branch Library We are celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Coretta Scott King Book Awards; which honor Coretta Scott King for her work towards peace and world bro 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Cross Lanes Crochet Club Cross Lanes Branch Library Join us in the meeting room at the Cross Lanes Branch Library for a weekly gathering to work on your latest project and enjoy the company of other yar 10:00 AM Baby & Me Storytime Main Library Storytime program for ages birth-18 months. Babies and caregivers will enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and more in this interactive program. Afterwards st 10:30 AM Born to Read Nitro Public Library Storytime for our youngest patrons. Birth-3 with caregiver. Registration required. Registration begins October 22. 12:00 PM Golden Years Clendenin Branch Library Seniors are invited to enjoy a fun-filled afternoon of crafts, music and games. This includes Bingo and prizes. Light refreshments provided. Seniors. 3:30 PM Teen Tuesday: Game On! Cross Lanes Branch Library Quick! Grab a friend and get in the game. Meet up at the library after school for good times, good friends, and gaming. You won't want to miss this ev 3:45 PM Teen Time Riverside Public Library Bring a friend and challenge them to a Wii or board games. 5:30 PM Family Movie Night Sissonville Branch Library Relax and enjoy a family-friendly movie. There will be enough popcorn and fun for everyone! 5:30 PM Family Movie Night Sissonville Branch Library Relax and enjoy a family-friendly movie. There will be enough popcorn and fun for everyone! 6:00 PM NaNoWriMo! (National Novel Writing Month) Elk Valley Branch Library "National Novel Writing Month, or NaNoWriMo, is a fun, seat-of-your-pants approach to creative writing. Valuing enthusiasm, determination, and a deadl 6:00 PM NaNoWriMo! (National Novel Writing Month) Elk Valley Branch Library "National Novel Writing Month, or NaNoWriMo, is a fun, seat-of-your-pants approach to creative writing. Valuing enthusiasm, determination, and a deadl 6:30 PM St. Albans Writes: Julia Black St. Albans Branch Library SAHS graduate Julia Black is the author of "Meet Charlie," an award winning children's book and the first title in a series of books about Charlie and 5	3:30 - 4:45 PM Game On! Sissonville Branch Library Grab a friend and get in the game! Teens & tweens are invited to meet up at the library for good times, good friends, and gaming. You won't want to mi ALL DAY I Spy: The Very Hungry Caterpillar Cross Lanes Branch Library The Very Hungry Caterpillar turns 50 this year! Come celebrate this children's classic with an I Spy adventure. Search the library for pictures of the ALL MONTH Picture Book I-Spy Main Library Celebrate Picture Book Month at the Main Library by playing I-Spy! Search the Children's Department for popular characters from picture books. Once yo ALL DAY I Love Peace: Children's Writing and Illustrating event Clendenin Branch Library, Cross Lanes Branch Library, Dunbar Branch Library, Elk Valley Branch Library, Glasgow Branch Library, Main Library, Marmet Branch Library, Mobile Library, Nitro Public Library, Riverside Public Library, Sissonville Branch Library, St. Albans Branch Library We are celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Coretta Scott King Book Awards; which honor Coretta Scott King for her work towards peace and world bro ALL MONTH TEENS: National Novel Writing Month Main Library November is National Novel Writing Month, so all month long we'll have supplies for you to work on your own story! 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM Jump into Storytime Sissonville Branch Library Storytime sessions are designed for children up to 5 years of age. 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Playgroup Sissonville Branch Library Children will have fun playing with others their own age, while adults can relax and chat. 10:00 AM Tiny Tots Storytime Main Library Toddlers and caregivers will enjoy books, stories, songs, rhymes, and more in this interactive program. Afterwards, stay, play, and socialize in our c 10:30 AM Born to Read St. Albans Branch Library Storytime programs for our youngest patrons. Birth-36 months and caregiver. 10:30 AM Jump into Storytime Elk Valley Branch Library Storytime sessions are designed for children up to 5 years of age. Adult and child will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, and more. 10:30 AM Knit a Bit St. Albans Branch Library Join other knitters and work on your current project at the library. Bring your own supplies. Beginners through experts welcome. Adults. 10:30 AM Jump Into Storytime Cross Lanes Branch Library Storytime designed for children up to 5 years of age. Child and caregiver will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, and much more. Caregivers are encouraged 10:35 AM Playgroup at the Library Main Library All the fun of a traditional playgroup but none of the fuss. Drop in to socialize with other families and play with toys reserved just for this age gr 11:00 AM Playgroup at the Library Elk Valley Branch Library All the fun of a traditional playgroup, but none of the fuss! A great opportunity for children to play and interact under caregivers' supervision. D 11:00 AM Playgroup Cross Lanes Branch Library All the fun of a traditional playgroup but with none of the fuss! Drop in to socialize with other families and play with toys reserved just for this a 3:30 PM Peace, Love, and Music Cross Lanes Branch Library Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Coretta Scott King Book Award with peace, love and music. Enjoy listening to Trombone Shorty while creating a wo 6:00 PM NaNoWriMo! (National Novel Writing Month) Main Library "National Novel Writing Month, or NaNoWriMo, is a fun, seat-of-your-pants approach to creative writing. Valuing enthusiasm, determination, and a deadl 6	ALL MONTH TEENS: National Novel Writing Month Main Library November is National Novel Writing Month, so all month long we'll have supplies for you to work on your own story! ALL DAY I Love Peace: Children's Writing and Illustrating event Clendenin Branch Library, Cross Lanes Branch Library, Dunbar Branch Library, Elk Valley Branch Library, Glasgow Branch Library, Main Library, Marmet Branch Library, Mobile Library, Nitro Public Library, Riverside Public Library, Sissonville Branch Library, St. Albans Branch Library We are celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Coretta Scott King Book Awards; which honor Coretta Scott King for her work towards peace and world bro ALL MONTH Picture Book I-Spy Main Library Celebrate Picture Book Month at the Main Library by playing I-Spy! Search the Children's Department for popular characters from picture books. Once yo ALL DAY I Spy: The Very Hungry Caterpillar Cross Lanes Branch Library The Very Hungry Caterpillar turns 50 this year! Come celebrate this children's classic with an I Spy adventure. Search the library for pictures of the 10:30 a.m. Jump into Storytime! Dunbar Branch Library Storytime sessions are designed for children up to 5 years of age. Child and caregiver will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, and much more. Caregivers ar 11:00 AM Jump into Storytime Clendenin Branch Library Storytime designed for children up to 5 years of age. Child and caregiver will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, and much more. Caregivers are encouraged 11:00 A.M. Board Games Riverside Public Library Bring a friend and challenge them to a board game or play against other patrons. 11:00 a.m. Playgroup Dunbar Branch Library Playgroup is a time for your child to socialize and play. The program helps children learn to interact and engage with other children through special 11:30 AM Playgroup @ the Library Clendenin Branch Library All the fun of a traditional playgroup, but none of the fuss! A great opportunity for children to play and interact under caregivers' supervision. Dro 1:15 PM Books 'N' More Main Library Preschoolers will love this storytime! We read books, practice rhymes, dance, and make a craft. Afterwards, parents and children can socialize in our 3:00 PM Thursday Book Group Main Library This discussion group will enjoy nine books from different genres (novels, short stories, memoir, biography) featuring literary giants such as Hemingw 3:30 PM Teens: Roast Club Main Library Teens are invited to do their best MST3K impressions for this monthly event! Join us to watch and roast a cheesy movie or TV show. Refreshments provid 4:30 PM Teen Book Group Cross Lanes Branch Library What are you reading? Meet up at the library and let's talk about it. Refreshments provided by the Cross Lanes Library Advisory Board and the Women's 5:30 PM Color and Create St. Albans Branch Library Join us for a relaxing evening of coloring and creativity. Bring your imagination and we'll supply the rest! Family. 6:00 PM Tech Time: Computer Upgrades St. Albans Branch Library Is your computer running slow and nothing seems to help? Is your software no longer being supported by its manufacturer? Maybe it's time for an upgrad 6:00 PM Family Fun: Native American Craft Night Elk Valley Branch Library November is Native American Heritage Month. Celebrate at the library with Native American games and crafts for the whole family. Bring your friends. 6:00 PM It's Fall Y'all Sissonville Branch Library Join us for a night of creating Fall tea light lanterns. We will be using baby food jars, leaves, and tea lights. Come get your Fall on! 6:00 PM Luminary Jar Main Library Make a light-up luminary jar to help show your appreciation for the holiday. Registration required. Adults only. 6:00 PM Movie Night Riverside Public Library Come watch a newly-released movie. Free refreshments will be provided. 6:00 PM NaNoWriMo! (National Novel Writing Month) Dunbar Branch Library "National Novel Writing Month, or NaNoWriMo, is a fun, seat-of-your-pants approach to creative writing. Valuing enthusiasm, determination, and a deadl 7	ALL DAY I Spy: The Very Hungry Caterpillar Cross Lanes Branch Library The Very Hungry Caterpillar turns 50 this year! Come celebrate this children's classic with an I Spy adventure. Search the library for pictures of the ALL MONTH Picture Book I-Spy Main Library Celebrate Picture Book Month at the Main Library by playing I-Spy! Search the Children's Department for popular characters from picture books. Once yo 1:00 PM-5:30 PM St. Albans Advisory Board Used Book Sale St. Albans Branch Library The St. Albans Advisory Board will be holding a used book sale at the St. Albans Branch Library. The sale will run from 1 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. on Friday a ALL MONTH TEENS: National Novel Writing Month Main Library November is National Novel Writing Month, so all month long we'll have supplies for you to work on your own story! ALL DAY I Love Peace: Children's Writing and Illustrating event Clendenin Branch Library, Cross Lanes Branch Library, Dunbar Branch Library, Elk Valley Branch Library, Glasgow Branch Library, Main Library, Marmet Branch Library, Mobile Library, Nitro Public Library, Riverside Public Library, Sissonville Branch Library, St. Albans Branch Library We are celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Coretta Scott King Book Awards; which honor Coretta Scott King for her work towards peace and world bro 11:00 AM Cross Lanes Book Discussion Group Cross Lanes Branch Library Join the Cross Lanes Book Discussion Group to discuss "A Hope More Powerful Than the Sea: One Refugee's Incredible Story of Love, Loss, and Survival" 8	ALL MONTH Picture Book I-Spy Main Library Celebrate Picture Book Month at the Main Library by playing I-Spy! Search the Children's Department for popular characters from picture books. Once yo ALL DAY Happy Birthday, Sesame Street! Clendenin Branch Library Sesame Street turns 50 today! Help celebrate this milestone birthday with fun activities, crafts and food! ALL DAY I Spy: The Very Hungry Caterpillar Cross Lanes Branch Library The Very Hungry Caterpillar turns 50 this year! Come celebrate this children's classic with an I Spy adventure. Search the library for pictures of the 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Tales to Tails: Read to the Dog Main Library Young readers can practice their reading skills in a fun way by reading to a trained and friendly therapy dog! Reading aloud boosts confidence and sel ALL DAY I Love Peace: Children's Writing and Illustrating event Clendenin Branch Library, Cross Lanes Branch Library, Dunbar Branch Library, Elk Valley Branch Library, Glasgow Branch Library, Main Library, Marmet Branch Library, Mobile Library, Nitro Public Library, Riverside Public Library, Sissonville Branch Library, St. Albans Branch Library We are celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Coretta Scott King Book Awards; which honor Coretta Scott King for her work towards peace and world bro 10:00 AM-1:30 PM St. Albans Advisory Board Used Book Sale St. Albans Branch Library The St. Albans Advisory Board will be holding a used book sale at the St. Albans Branch Library. The sale will run from 1 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. on Friday a ALL MONTH TEENS: National Novel Writing Month Main Library November is National Novel Writing Month, so all month long we'll have supplies for you to work on your own story! 10:00 AM Saturday Morning Dinotoons Cross Lanes Branch Library Saturday morning cartoons? Yes please! Celebrate Dinovember with dinosaur cartoons on the big screen. Drop by any time between 10 a.m. and 12 p.m. as 10:00 AM Sissonville Book and Hot Dog Sale Sissonville Branch Library It's time for the Sissonville Branch Library Advisory Board's book sale, so come check out our huge selection of books and other materials! We'll also 12:00 PM Teens: Dungeons and Dragons Club Main Library ADVENTURERS WANTED! Interested in joining a Dungeons and Dragons club? Never played before? No problem! Join us on the second Saturday of each month f 9
ALL MONTH Picture Book I-Spy Main Library Celebrate Picture Book Month at the Main Library by playing I-Spy! Search the Children's Department for popular characters from picture books. Once yo ALL MONTH TEENS: National Novel Writing Month Main Library November is National Novel Writing Month, so all month long we'll have supplies for you to work on your own story! ALL DAY I Love Peace: Children's Writing and Illustrating event Clendenin Branch Library, Cross Lanes Branch Library, Dunbar Branch Library, Elk Valley Branch Library, Glasgow Branch Library, Main Library, Marmet Branch Library, Mobile Library, Nitro Public Library, Riverside Public Library, Sissonville Branch Library, St. Albans Branch Library We are celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Coretta Scott King Book Awards; which honor Coretta Scott King for her work towards peace and world bro 10	11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Playgroup Sissonville Branch Library Children will have fun playing with others their own age, while adults can relax and chat. ALL WEEK I Spy: The Very Hungry Caterpillar! St. Albans Branch Library Celebrate the 50th anniversary of Eric Carle's book, "The Very Hungry Caterpillar" with a special edition I Spy. Children 12 and under. ALL DAY Teens: Creative Crafts Main Library Each Monday we will have a new craft available for teens to create! Stop by Zone 4 each Monday to try out a new craft. 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM Jump into Storytime Sissonville Branch Library Storytime sessions are designed for children up to 5 years of age. ALL DAY Closing Nitro Public Library Closed in observance of Veteran's Day ALL DAY I Love Peace: Children's Writing and Illustrating event Clendenin Branch Library, Cross Lanes Branch Library, Dunbar Branch Library, Elk Valley Branch Library, Glasgow Branch Library, Main Library, Marmet Branch Library, Mobile Library, Nitro Public Library, Riverside Public Library, Sissonville Branch Library, St. Albans Branch Library We are celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Coretta Scott King Book Awards; which honor Coretta Scott King for her work towards peace and world bro ALL MONTH TEENS: National Novel Writing Month Main Library November is National Novel Writing Month, so all month long we'll have supplies for you to work on your own story! ALL MONTH Picture Book I-Spy Main Library Celebrate Picture Book Month at the Main Library by playing I-Spy! Search the Children's Department for popular characters from picture books. Once yo 11:00 AM Family Crafts St. Albans Branch Library Come to the library between 11 a.m.- 2 p.m. and make a fall themed craft. Family. 11:00 A.M. Family Storytime: Kindness Rocks Main Library Hear award winning stories on kindness. Make a kindness rock. Write or color a picture on peace to enter our Coretta Scott King writing and illustrati 4:00pm NaNoWriMo! (National Novel Writing Month) Riverside Public Library "National Novel Writing Month, or NaNoWriMo, is a fun, seat-of-your-pants approach to creative writing. Valuing enthusiasm, determination, and a deadl 6:00 PM Book Lovers Unite: A Book Discussion Group Riverside Public Library The group will meet on the second Monday of each month at 6 p.m. The discussion will be "The First Phone Call from Heaven" by Mitch Albom. Copies are 6:00 PM Hooks and Needles Elk Valley Branch Library Join other needle crafters and work on your current project at the library. Bring your own supplies. Beginners through experts welcome. Adults and Tee 6:00 PM Galaxy In a Jar St. Albans Branch Library Join us as we create out of this world galaxy jars! Registration required, limited to 20 participants. Registration starts October 15. 11	7:00 PM-9:00 PM Family Mixed-Media Art Workshop Dunbar Branch Library What better way for families to celebrate November as Picture Book Month than by creating their own mixed-media art in celebration of the beloved pict 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Cross Lanes Crochet Club Cross Lanes Branch Library Join us in the meeting room at the Cross Lanes Branch Library for a weekly gathering to work on your latest project and enjoy the company of other yar ALL WEEK I Spy: The Very Hungry Caterpillar! St. Albans Branch Library Celebrate the 50th anniversary of Eric Carle's book, "The Very Hungry Caterpillar" with a special edition I Spy. Children 12 and under. ALL DAY I Love Peace: Children's Writing and Illustrating event Clendenin Branch Library, Cross Lanes Branch Library, Dunbar Branch Library, Elk Valley Branch Library, Glasgow Branch Library, Main Library, Marmet Branch Library, Mobile Library, Nitro Public Library, Riverside Public Library, Sissonville Branch Library, St. Albans Branch Library We are celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Coretta Scott King Book Awards; which honor Coretta Scott King for her work towards peace and world bro ALL MONTH TEENS: National Novel Writing Month Main Library November is National Novel Writing Month, so all month long we'll have supplies for you to work on your own story! ALL MONTH Picture Book I-Spy Main Library Celebrate Picture Book Month at the Main Library by playing I-Spy! Search the Children's Department for popular characters from picture books. Once yo ALL DAY Make it Take it: Crafty Kids St. Albans Branch Library Stop by the library today and enjoy a make it, take it craft. Family. 10:00 AM Baby & Me Storytime Main Library Storytime program for ages birth-18 months. Babies and caregivers will enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and more in this interactive program. Afterwards st 10:30 AM Born to Read Nitro Public Library Storytime for our youngest patrons. Birth-3 with caregiver. Registration required. Registration begins October 29. 10:30 AM Books 'N' More Riverside Public Library Storytime program for preschoolers including books, music and a simple craft. 2:00 PM Young Writers and Illustrators Workshop Elk Valley Branch Library Children in grades kindergarten through sixth are invited to a writing and illustrating workshop. After listening to some Coretta Scott King award wi 3:45 PM Teen Time Riverside Public Library Bring a friend and challenge them to a Wii or board game. Free refreshments will be provided. 6:00 PM Teen Snack Hacks Elk Valley Branch Library Are you hungry? Teens will learn how to make quick and tasty snacks. We will have some simple recipes to take home and make on your own. Great for 6:00 PM Teens: Iron Chef Clendenin Branch Library Battle it out to create the tastiest treat in this competition. Use the provided ingredients to create a no-bake, no-cook culinary masterpiece! Entrie 12	ALL DAY I Love Peace: Children's Writing and Illustrating event Clendenin Branch Library, Cross Lanes Branch Library, Dunbar Branch Library, Elk Valley Branch Library, Glasgow Branch Library, Main Library, Marmet Branch Library, Mobile Library, Nitro Public Library, Riverside Public Library, Sissonville Branch Library, St. Albans Branch Library We are celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Coretta Scott King Book Awards; which honor Coretta Scott King for her work towards peace and world bro ALL WEEK I Spy: The Very Hungry Caterpillar! St. Albans Branch Library Celebrate the 50th anniversary of Eric Carle's book, "The Very Hungry Caterpillar" with a special edition I Spy. Children 12 and under. 3:30 - 4:45 PM Game On! Sissonville Branch Library Grab a friend and get in the game! Teens & tweens are invited to meet up at the library for good times, good friends, and gaming. You won't want to mi 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Playgroup Sissonville Branch Library Children will have fun playing with others their own age, while adults can relax and chat. ALL MONTH TEENS: National Novel Writing Month Main Library November is National Novel Writing Month, so all month long we'll have supplies for you to work on your own story! ALL MONTH Picture Book I-Spy Main Library Celebrate Picture Book Month at the Main Library by playing I-Spy! Search the Children's Department for popular characters from picture books. Once yo 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM Jump into Storytime Sissonville Branch Library Storytime sessions are designed for children up to 5 years of age. 10:00 AM Tiny Tots Storytime Main Library Toddlers and caregivers will enjoy books, stories, songs, rhymes, and more in this interactive program. Afterwards, stay, play, and socialize in our c 10:30 AM Jump into Storytime Elk Valley Branch Library Storytime sessions are designed for children up to 5 years of age. Adult and child will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, and more. 10:30 AM Playgroup at the Library St. Albans Branch Library All the fun of a traditional playgroup but with none of the fuss! Drop in to socialize with other families and play with toys reserved just for this a 10:30 AM Knit a Bit St. Albans Branch Library Join other knitters and work on your current project at the library. Bring your own supplies. Beginners through experts welcome. Adults. 10:30 AM Rhythm and Rhyme Time Cross Lanes Branch Library Get moving at this interactive storytime! Little ones will develop early literacy skills in a fun way with music, dancing, singing and stories. 10:30 AM Homeschool Day Riverside Public Library Learn about research tools and resources. Activities for the whole family. 10:35 AM Playgroup at the Library Main Library All the fun of a traditional playgroup but none of the fuss. Drop in to socialize with other families and play with toys reserved just for this age gr 11:00 AM Playgroup at the Library Elk Valley Branch Library All the fun of a traditional playgroup, but none of the fuss! A great opportunity for children to play and interact under caregivers' supervision. D 11:00 AM Playgroup Cross Lanes Branch Library All the fun of a traditional playgroup but with none of the fuss! Drop in to socialize with other families and play with toys reserved just for this a 12:30 PM Homeschool Day Clendenin Branch Library Homeschool families will meet together to learn about the library services and resources and work on a different fun lesson every month. Make new frie 6:00 PM Books On Tap Black Sheep Burritos Science Fiction/Fantasy Book Group for Adults Only. Meeting at Black Sheep Burrito and Brews, 702 Quarrier Street. This is a book group where adul 6:00 PM NaNoWriMo! (National Novel Writing Month) Main Library "National Novel Writing Month, or NaNoWriMo, is a fun, seat-of-your-pants approach to creative writing. Valuing enthusiasm, determination, and a deadl 13	11:00 AM-1:00 PM Family Mixed-Media Art Workshop Riverside Public Library What better way for families to celebrate November as Picture Book Month than by creating their own mixed-media art in celebration of the beloved pict ALL MONTH Picture Book I-Spy Main Library Celebrate Picture Book Month at the Main Library by playing I-Spy! Search the Children's Department for popular characters from picture books. Once yo ALL WEEK I Spy: The Very Hungry Caterpillar! St. Albans Branch Library Celebrate the 50th anniversary of Eric Carle's book, "The Very Hungry Caterpillar" with a special edition I Spy. Children 12 and under. ALL DAY I Love Peace: Children's Writing and Illustrating event Clendenin Branch Library, Cross Lanes Branch Library, Dunbar Branch Library, Elk Valley Branch Library, Glasgow Branch Library, Main Library, Marmet Branch Library, Mobile Library, Nitro Public Library, Riverside Public Library, Sissonville Branch Library, St. Albans Branch Library We are celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Coretta Scott King Book Awards; which honor Coretta Scott King for her work towards peace and world bro ALL MONTH TEENS: National Novel Writing Month Main Library November is National Novel Writing Month, so all month long we'll have supplies for you to work on your own story! 6:00 PM-8:00 PM Family Mixed-Media Art Workshop Elk Valley Branch Library What better way for families to celebrate November as Picture Book Month than by creating their own mixed-media art in celebration of the beloved pict 10:00 AM Playgroup at the Library Main Library All the fun of a traditional playgroup but none of the fuss. Drop in to socialize with other families and play with toys reserved just for this age gr 11:00 A.M. Board Games Riverside Public Library Bring a friend and challenge them to a board game or play against other patrons. 12:00 PM Clendenin Library Book Group Clendenin Branch Library Join our Book Group for a discussion of "The Runaway Midwife" by Patricia Harman. Bring a bag lunch if you want; we'll provide drinks and snacks. Copi 1:00 PM Book Chat Sissonville Branch Library Join the library for a lively discussion of popular titles the second Thursday of each month. Please contact the library at (304) 984-2244 for this mo 1:15 PM Books 'N' More Main Library Preschoolers will love this storytime! We read books, practice rhymes, dance, and make a craft. Afterwards, parents and children can socialize in our 3:30 PM Teens: Anime Afternoon Main Library Join us in the Teen Zone for an afternoon of anime, crafts, and snacks! This is a teens-only event. Refreshments provided by The Friends of The Libr 6:00 PM Relax and Color Cross Lanes Branch Library Experience relaxation as you color your cares away. Bring your own materials or use those provided by the Cross Lanes Library Board. 6:00 PM Family Fun Night: Thanksgiving Nitro Public Library Come enjoy an evening of fun with your family with crafts and activities and games relating to Thanksgiving. Registration required. Registration begin 6:00 pm Let's Get Cooking! Dunbar Branch Library Do you love cooking and looking at different cookbooks and recipes? Let’s Get Cooking meets the second Thursday of every month at 6 p.m. in the Dun 6:00 PM Brick Builders Riverside Public Library A large assortment of plastic bricks will be available for patrons to make their own design. Work alone or in groups to build one of our models. 6:30 PM Our Library: The Hub of Our Community St. Albans Branch Library Join us as we celebrate and thank our local veterans. Representatives from the American Legion, the Vietnam Veterans of America and the Disabled Ameri 14	3:00 PM-4:00 PM Brick Builders Club Cross Lanes Branch Library Join in the fun at the Cross Lanes Branch Library's Brick Builders Club! Sign up to be a member and get a membership card! Get the card stamped at eac ALL WEEK I Spy: The Very Hungry Caterpillar! St. Albans Branch Library Celebrate the 50th anniversary of Eric Carle's book, "The Very Hungry Caterpillar" with a special edition I Spy. Children 12 and under. ALL DAY I Love Peace: Children's Writing and Illustrating event Clendenin Branch Library, Cross Lanes Branch Library, Dunbar Branch Library, Elk Valley Branch Library, Glasgow Branch Library, Main Library, Marmet Branch Library, Mobile Library, Nitro Public Library, Riverside Public Library, Sissonville Branch Library, St. Albans Branch Library We are celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Coretta Scott King Book Awards; which honor Coretta Scott King for her work towards peace and world bro ALL MONTH TEENS: National Novel Writing Month Main Library November is National Novel Writing Month, so all month long we'll have supplies for you to work on your own story! ALL MONTH Picture Book I-Spy Main Library Celebrate Picture Book Month at the Main Library by playing I-Spy! Search the Children's Department for popular characters from picture books. Once yo 15	ALL DAY I Love Peace: Children's Writing and Illustrating event Clendenin Branch Library, Cross Lanes Branch Library, Dunbar Branch Library, Elk Valley Branch Library, Glasgow Branch Library, Main Library, Marmet Branch Library, Mobile Library, Nitro Public Library, Riverside Public Library, Sissonville Branch Library, St. Albans Branch Library We are celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Coretta Scott King Book Awards; which honor Coretta Scott King for her work towards peace and world bro 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Yoga Class Sissonville Branch Library Enrich your body and mind during this free yoga class led by Christine Coleman! This class is intended for adults, but ages 16+ may attend with an adu ALL WEEK I Spy: The Very Hungry Caterpillar! St. Albans Branch Library Celebrate the 50th anniversary of Eric Carle's book, "The Very Hungry Caterpillar" with a special edition I Spy. Children 12 and under. ALL MONTH Picture Book I-Spy Main Library Celebrate Picture Book Month at the Main Library by playing I-Spy! Search the Children's Department for popular characters from picture books. Once yo 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM K-9 Search and Rescue: Family STEM Program Main Library See how man’s best friend, the dog, trains for and performs search and rescue operations. Children will learn vital survival skills and get to see a ALL MONTH TEENS: National Novel Writing Month Main Library November is National Novel Writing Month, so all month long we'll have supplies for you to work on your own story! 1:00 PM Intro to True Crime Podcasting Sissonville Branch Library Emily Nestor is the host and creator of the popular podcast "Mile Marker 181," which examines the suspicious death of Jaleayah Davis. Emily will give 16
ALL DAY I Love Peace: Children's Writing and Illustrating event Clendenin Branch Library, Cross Lanes Branch Library, Dunbar Branch Library, Elk Valley Branch Library, Glasgow Branch Library, Main Library, Marmet Branch Library, Mobile Library, Nitro Public Library, Riverside Public Library, Sissonville Branch Library, St. Albans Branch Library We are celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Coretta Scott King Book Awards; which honor Coretta Scott King for her work towards peace and world bro ALL MONTH TEENS: National Novel Writing Month Main Library November is National Novel Writing Month, so all month long we'll have supplies for you to work on your own story! ALL MONTH Picture Book I-Spy Main Library Celebrate Picture Book Month at the Main Library by playing I-Spy! Search the Children's Department for popular characters from picture books. Once yo 17	ALL MONTH TEENS: National Novel Writing Month Main Library November is National Novel Writing Month, so all month long we'll have supplies for you to work on your own story! ALL MONTH Picture Book I-Spy Main Library Celebrate Picture Book Month at the Main Library by playing I-Spy! Search the Children's Department for popular characters from picture books. Once yo ALL DAY I Love Peace: Children's Writing and Illustrating event Clendenin Branch Library, Cross Lanes Branch Library, Dunbar Branch Library, Elk Valley Branch Library, Glasgow Branch Library, Main Library, Marmet Branch Library, Mobile Library, Nitro Public Library, Riverside Public Library, Sissonville Branch Library, St. Albans Branch Library We are celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Coretta Scott King Book Awards; which honor Coretta Scott King for her work towards peace and world bro ALL DAY I Spy Hidden Pictures: I Love Peace St. Albans Branch Library A very special I Spy inspired by the I Love Peace event celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Coretta Scott King Award. Search for the hidden pictur ALL DAY Teens: Creative Crafts Main Library Each Monday we will have a new craft available for teens to create! Stop by Zone 4 each Monday to try out a new craft. 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM The Foreign Policy Association's Great Decisions Discussion 2019 Main Library Join us the third Monday of each month through November (except July) for the Foreign Policy Association’s Great Decisions Discussion. This national 1:00 PM Golden Years Sissonville Branch Library Fun-filled afternoon for seniors with games, crafts, and refreshments. 6:00 PM Hooks and Needles Elk Valley Branch Library Join other needle crafters and work on your current project at the library. Bring your own supplies. Beginners through experts welcome. Adults and Tee 6:00 p.m. Movie Night at the Library! Dunbar Branch Library Sit back and enjoy a family movie (rated G or PG) among friends. Popcorn will be provided. 18	ALL DAY I Spy Hidden Pictures: I Love Peace St. Albans Branch Library A very special I Spy inspired by the I Love Peace event celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Coretta Scott King Award. Search for the hidden pictur ALL MONTH Picture Book I-Spy Main Library Celebrate Picture Book Month at the Main Library by playing I-Spy! Search the Children's Department for popular characters from picture books. Once yo ALL DAY I Love Peace: Children's Writing and Illustrating event Clendenin Branch Library, Cross Lanes Branch Library, Dunbar Branch Library, Elk Valley Branch Library, Glasgow Branch Library, Main Library, Marmet Branch Library, Mobile Library, Nitro Public Library, Riverside Public Library, Sissonville Branch Library, St. Albans Branch Library We are celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Coretta Scott King Book Awards; which honor Coretta Scott King for her work towards peace and world bro ALL DAY Dinovember I Spy Cross Lanes Branch Library Can you find T-Rex and his dino friends hidden in the library? Grab a game sheet at the front desk and do your best. Find them all and earn a prize. O ALL MONTH TEENS: National Novel Writing Month Main Library November is National Novel Writing Month, so all month long we'll have supplies for you to work on your own story! 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Cross Lanes Crochet Club Cross Lanes Branch Library Join us in the meeting room at the Cross Lanes Branch Library for a weekly gathering to work on your latest project and enjoy the company of other yar 10:00 AM Baby & Me Storytime Main Library Storytime program for ages birth-18 months. Babies and caregivers will enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and more in this interactive program. Afterwards st 10:30 AM Born to Read Nitro Public Library Storytime for our youngest patrons. Birth-3 with caregiver. Registration required. Registration begins October 5. 12:00 PM Elk Valley Book Group Elk Valley Branch Library Everyone is invited for a discussion of the book "The 100-Year-Old Man who Climbed Out the Window and Disappeared" by Jonas Jonasson. Copies of the bo 3:30 PM Teen Tuesday: Bleeding Tissue Paper Art Cross Lanes Branch Library Teens and tweens can join us after school on select Tuesdays each month for a variety of fun activities including gaming, crafts, and more. This week 3:45 PM Teen Time Riverside Public Library Bring a friend and challenge them to a Wii or board game. Free refreshments will be provided. 6:00 PM Blurred Lines: Youth Gaming Main Library Do you know what an eSport is? How about a loot box? Do you know what Twitch is? If you have kids, chances are they are familiar with all those terms. 6:00 PM Clean Up Our World Sissonville Branch Library In this engineering challenge, participants identify sources of water pollution in our community and experiment with water filtration methods. Parents 6:00 PM Family Crafting Class Glasgow Branch Library Come learn how to make a fun craft. Crafting class is always the third Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. 6:00 PM Craft and a Movie Cross Lanes Branch Library Planning to see the continuing adventures of a certain Ice Queen and her companions in theaters soon? Visit us for a special movie night to see how th 6:00 PM NaNoWriMo! (National Novel Writing Month) Elk Valley Branch Library "National Novel Writing Month, or NaNoWriMo, is a fun, seat-of-your-pants approach to creative writing. Valuing enthusiasm, determination, and a deadl 6:30 PM Taste Test Tuesday: Football Fan Favorites! St. Albans Branch Library Sample some gridiron goodies, then vote for your favorite. Every snack is a winner. All Ages. 19	ALL DAY I Spy Hidden Pictures: I Love Peace St. Albans Branch Library A very special I Spy inspired by the I Love Peace event celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Coretta Scott King Award. Search for the hidden pictur ALL MONTH Picture Book I-Spy Main Library Celebrate Picture Book Month at the Main Library by playing I-Spy! Search the Children's Department for popular characters from picture books. Once yo 3:30 - 4:45 PM Game On! Sissonville Branch Library Grab a friend and get in the game! Teens & tweens are invited to meet up at the library for good times, good friends, and gaming. You won't want to mi ALL DAY I Love Peace: Children's Writing and Illustrating event Clendenin Branch Library, Cross Lanes Branch Library, Dunbar Branch Library, Elk Valley Branch Library, Glasgow Branch Library, Main Library, Marmet Branch Library, Mobile Library, Nitro Public Library, Riverside Public Library, Sissonville Branch Library, St. Albans Branch Library We are celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Coretta Scott King Book Awards; which honor Coretta Scott King for her work towards peace and world bro ALL DAY Dinovember I Spy Cross Lanes Branch Library Can you find T-Rex and his dino friends hidden in the library? Grab a game sheet at the front desk and do your best. Find them all and earn a prize. O ALL MONTH TEENS: National Novel Writing Month Main Library November is National Novel Writing Month, so all month long we'll have supplies for you to work on your own story! 10:00 AM Tiny Tots Storytime Main Library Toddlers and caregivers will enjoy books, stories, songs, rhymes, and more in this interactive program. Afterwards, stay, play, and socialize in our c 10:30 AM Jump Into Storytime Cross Lanes Branch Library Storytime designed for children up to 5 years of age. Child and caregiver will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, and much more. Caregivers are encouraged 10:30 AM Books 'n' More St. Albans Branch Library Storytime programs for preschoolers. Pre-K 3-5 years and caregiver. 10:30 AM Knit a Bit St. Albans Branch Library Join other knitters and work on your current project at the library. Bring your own supplies. Beginners through experts welcome. Adults. 10:35 AM Playgroup at the Library Main Library All the fun of a traditional playgroup but none of the fuss. Drop in to socialize with other families and play with toys reserved just for this age gr 11:00 AM Playgroup Cross Lanes Branch Library All the fun of a traditional playgroup but with none of the fuss! Drop in to socialize with other families and play with toys reserved just for this a 11:00 AM Kid's Craft Corner St. Albans Branch Library A special craft time for preschoolers and their grown-up. Ages 3-5. 6:00 PM NaNoWriMo! (National Novel Writing Month) Main Library "National Novel Writing Month, or NaNoWriMo, is a fun, seat-of-your-pants approach to creative writing. Valuing enthusiasm, determination, and a deadl 20	ALL DAY I Spy Hidden Pictures: I Love Peace St. Albans Branch Library A very special I Spy inspired by the I Love Peace event celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Coretta Scott King Award. Search for the hidden pictur ALL MONTH Picture Book I-Spy Main Library Celebrate Picture Book Month at the Main Library by playing I-Spy! Search the Children's Department for popular characters from picture books. Once yo ALL MONTH TEENS: National Novel Writing Month Main Library November is National Novel Writing Month, so all month long we'll have supplies for you to work on your own story! ALL DAY Dinovember I Spy Cross Lanes Branch Library Can you find T-Rex and his dino friends hidden in the library? Grab a game sheet at the front desk and do your best. Find them all and earn a prize. O ALL DAY I Love Peace: Children's Writing and Illustrating event Clendenin Branch Library, Cross Lanes Branch Library, Dunbar Branch Library, Elk Valley Branch Library, Glasgow Branch Library, Main Library, Marmet Branch Library, Mobile Library, Nitro Public Library, Riverside Public Library, Sissonville Branch Library, St. Albans Branch Library We are celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Coretta Scott King Book Awards; which honor Coretta Scott King for her work towards peace and world bro 6:00 PM-8:00 PM Family Mixed-Media Art Workshop Cross Lanes Branch Library What better way for families to celebrate November as Picture Book Month than by creating their own mixed-media art in celebration of the beloved pict 10:00 AM Toddler Exploration Main Library In this program we'll provide activities for toddlers that help them explore the world around them. Come dressed to make a mess! 10:30 a.m. Jump into Storytime! Dunbar Branch Library Storytime sessions are designed for children up to 5 years of age. Child and caregiver will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, and much more. Caregivers ar 11:00 AM Jump into Storytime Clendenin Branch Library Storytime designed for children up to 5 years of age. Child and caregiver will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, and much more. Caregivers are encouraged 11:00 A.M. Board Games Riverside Public Library Bring a friend and challenge them to a board game or play against other patrons. 11:00 a.m. Playgroup Dunbar Branch Library Playgroup is a time for your child to socialize and play. The program helps children learn to interact and engage with other children through special 11:30 AM Playgroup @ the Library Clendenin Branch Library All the fun of a traditional playgroup, but none of the fuss! A great opportunity for children to play and interact under caregivers' supervision. Dro 1:15 PM Books 'N' More Main Library Preschoolers will love this storytime! We read books, practice rhymes, dance, and make a craft. Afterwards, parents and children can socialize in our 3:30 PM Taste Test Thursday Cross Lanes Branch Library Join us at the library after school for a series of fun taste tests. At each program, we will have multiple flavors of some your favorite snacks on ha 5:30 PM Family Fun: Autumn Party Elk Valley Branch Library As the days get cooler it is time to celebrate fall. What is your favorite part of fall? Pumpkins, colored leaves, cooler weather? Come join us for 6:00 PM Art in the Library Riverside Public Library Come dressed to make a mess. Children will learn about abstract art and create their own masterpiece. 6:00 PM Sissonville Cookbook Club Sissonville Branch Library Experiment with different recipes and taste new flavors! The Sissonville Cookbook Club meets every other month on the fourth Thursday, 6:00 p.m. at th 6:00 PM Play to Learn! St. Albans Branch Library Families are invited to come play with building bricks, sensory toys, magnets, word games and more. Brush up on your STEM and literacy skills while h 21	ALL MONTH Picture Book I-Spy Main Library Celebrate Picture Book Month at the Main Library by playing I-Spy! Search the Children's Department for popular characters from picture books. Once yo ALL DAY I Love Peace: Children's Writing and Illustrating event Clendenin Branch Library, Cross Lanes Branch Library, Dunbar Branch Library, Elk Valley Branch Library, Glasgow Branch Library, Main Library, Marmet Branch Library, Mobile Library, Nitro Public Library, Riverside Public Library, Sissonville Branch Library, St. Albans Branch Library We are celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Coretta Scott King Book Awards; which honor Coretta Scott King for her work towards peace and world bro ALL MONTH TEENS: National Novel Writing Month Main Library November is National Novel Writing Month, so all month long we'll have supplies for you to work on your own story! ALL DAY Dinovember I Spy Cross Lanes Branch Library Can you find T-Rex and his dino friends hidden in the library? Grab a game sheet at the front desk and do your best. Find them all and earn a prize. O ALL DAY I Spy Hidden Pictures: I Love Peace St. Albans Branch Library A very special I Spy inspired by the I Love Peace event celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Coretta Scott King Award. Search for the hidden pictur 22	ALL DAY Dinovember I Spy Cross Lanes Branch Library Can you find T-Rex and his dino friends hidden in the library? Grab a game sheet at the front desk and do your best. Find them all and earn a prize. O 1:00 pm - 2:00 PM Tales to Tails: Read to the Dog Main Library Young readers can practice their reading skills in a fun way by reading to a trained and friendly therapy dog! Reading aloud boosts confidence and sel ALL MONTH TEENS: National Novel Writing Month Main Library November is National Novel Writing Month, so all month long we'll have supplies for you to work on your own story! ALL MONTH Picture Book I-Spy Main Library Celebrate Picture Book Month at the Main Library by playing I-Spy! Search the Children's Department for popular characters from picture books. Once yo ALL DAY I Spy Hidden Pictures: I Love Peace St. Albans Branch Library A very special I Spy inspired by the I Love Peace event celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Coretta Scott King Award. Search for the hidden pictur ALL DAY I Love Peace: Children's Writing and Illustrating event Clendenin Branch Library, Cross Lanes Branch Library, Dunbar Branch Library, Elk Valley Branch Library, Glasgow Branch Library, Main Library, Marmet Branch Library, Mobile Library, Nitro Public Library, Riverside Public Library, Sissonville Branch Library, St. Albans Branch Library We are celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Coretta Scott King Book Awards; which honor Coretta Scott King for her work towards peace and world bro 11:00 AM Family Storytime: A Very Hungry Caterpillar Main Library Join us at the Main Library Children's Department for a fun family storytime! We'll be celebrating the 50th anniversary of "The Very Hungry Caterpilla 11:00 AM I Love Peace: Honoring Coretta Scott King St. Albans Branch Library Children are invited to explore the works of authors and illustrators that have won the Coretta Scott King Award. Listen to a story and create your ow 23
ALL MONTH TEENS: National Novel Writing Month Main Library November is National Novel Writing Month, so all month long we'll have supplies for you to work on your own story! 2:00 PM-4:00 PM Family Mixed-Media Art Workshop Main Library What better way for families to celebrate November as Picture Book Month than by creating their own mixed-media art in celebration of the beloved pict ALL DAY I Love Peace: Children's Writing and Illustrating event Clendenin Branch Library, Cross Lanes Branch Library, Dunbar Branch Library, Elk Valley Branch Library, Glasgow Branch Library, Main Library, Marmet Branch Library, Mobile Library, Nitro Public Library, Riverside Public Library, Sissonville Branch Library, St. Albans Branch Library We are celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Coretta Scott King Book Awards; which honor Coretta Scott King for her work towards peace and world bro ALL MONTH Picture Book I-Spy Main Library Celebrate Picture Book Month at the Main Library by playing I-Spy! Search the Children's Department for popular characters from picture books. Once yo 24	11:00 AM-1:00 PM Family Mixed-Media Art Workshop St. Albans Branch Library What better way for families to celebrate November as Picture Book Month than by creating their own mixed-media art in celebration of the beloved pict 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Playgroup Sissonville Branch Library Children will have fun playing with others their own age, while adults can relax and chat. ALL MONTH Picture Book I-Spy Main Library Celebrate Picture Book Month at the Main Library by playing I-Spy! Search the Children's Department for popular characters from picture books. Once yo 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM Jump into Storytime Sissonville Branch Library Storytime sessions are designed for children up to 5 years of age. ALL MONTH TEENS: National Novel Writing Month Main Library November is National Novel Writing Month, so all month long we'll have supplies for you to work on your own story! ALL DAY Thanksgiving Make and Take Crafts Elk Valley Branch Library Thanksgiving crafts you can make in just a few minutes right here at the library or take home to create later. The crafts will change throughout the ALL DAY Teens: Creative Crafts Main Library Each Monday we will have a new craft available for teens to create! Stop by Zone 4 each Monday to try out a new craft. 6:00 PM Hooks and Needles Elk Valley Branch Library Join other needle crafters and work on your current project at the library. Bring your own supplies. Beginners through experts welcome. Adults and Tee 25	ALL DAY Thanksgiving Make and Take Crafts Elk Valley Branch Library Thanksgiving crafts you can make in just a few minutes right here at the library or take home to create later. The crafts will change throughout the ALL DAY Giving Tree Cross Lanes Branch Library The holiday toy and clothing drive is now underway! Cross Lanes Branch Library is partnering with Tyler Mountain Cross Lanes Community Services to mat ALL MONTH TEENS: National Novel Writing Month Main Library November is National Novel Writing Month, so all month long we'll have supplies for you to work on your own story! 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Cross Lanes Crochet Club Cross Lanes Branch Library Join us in the meeting room at the Cross Lanes Branch Library for a weekly gathering to work on your latest project and enjoy the company of other yar ALL MONTH Picture Book I-Spy Main Library Celebrate Picture Book Month at the Main Library by playing I-Spy! Search the Children's Department for popular characters from picture books. Once yo 10:00 AM Baby & Me Storytime Main Library Storytime program for ages birth-18 months. Babies and caregivers will enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and more in this interactive program. Afterwards st 10:30 AM Born to Read Nitro Public Library Storytime for our youngest patrons. Birth-3 with caregiver. Registration required. Registration begins November 12. 11 AM Tree of Thanks St. Albans Branch Library Come to the library between 11 am. - 4 p.m. and make a tree of thanks for the upcoming holiday. Family. 1:30 PM Adult Crafternoon: Travel Set Elk Valley Branch Library Adults are invited to create a comfy travel set out of flannel. Make a sleep mask and travel pillow cover to keep you comfortable while traveling. Ke 6:00 PM St. Albans Book Group St. Albans Branch Library Join Book Group members for a discussion of a designated title. Copies of the book are available for checkout from the circulation desk. New members a 6:00 PM Teen Game Night Elk Valley Branch Library Teens are invited for an evening of games. We will have Xbox games, interactive games, plus some fun board games to pick from. There will also be sn 6:30 PM Windows to the Past St. Albans Branch Library Photo archivist, Aaron Parsons, will present a brief history of photography, discuss different types of photographs and how to preserve them. Adult an 26	10:30 AM - 11:00 AM Jump into Storytime Sissonville Branch Library Storytime sessions are designed for children up to 5 years of age. ALL DAY Giving Tree Cross Lanes Branch Library The holiday toy and clothing drive is now underway! Cross Lanes Branch Library is partnering with Tyler Mountain Cross Lanes Community Services to mat ALL MONTH TEENS: National Novel Writing Month Main Library November is National Novel Writing Month, so all month long we'll have supplies for you to work on your own story! ALL DAY Thanksgiving Make and Take Crafts Elk Valley Branch Library Thanksgiving crafts you can make in just a few minutes right here at the library or take home to create later. The crafts will change throughout the 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Playgroup Sissonville Branch Library Children will have fun playing with others their own age, while adults can relax and chat. 10:00 AM Tiny Tots Storytime Main Library Toddlers and caregivers will enjoy books, stories, songs, rhymes, and more in this interactive program. Afterwards, stay, play, and socialize in our c 10:30 AM Born to Read Riverside Public Library Storytime program for our youngest patrons 10:30 AM Jump into Storytime Elk Valley Branch Library Storytime sessions are designed for children up to 5 years of age. Adult and child will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, and more. 10:30 AM I Made it Myself St. Albans Branch Library Crafty fun for preschoolers. Come dressed to make a mess! Ages 3-5 and caregiver. 10:30 AM Knit a Bit St. Albans Branch Library Join other knitters and work on your current project at the library. Bring your own supplies. Beginners through experts welcome. Adults. 10:35 AM Playgroup at the Library Main Library All the fun of a traditional playgroup but none of the fuss. Drop in to socialize with other families and play with toys reserved just for this age gr 11:00 AM Playgroup Cross Lanes Branch Library All the fun of a traditional playgroup but with none of the fuss! Drop in to socialize with other families and play with toys reserved just for this a 11:00 AM Playgroup at the Library Riverside Public Library All the fun of a traditional playgroup by none of the fuss. Drop in to socialize with other families and play with toys reserved just for this age gr 11:00 AM Playgroup at the Library Elk Valley Branch Library All the fun of a traditional playgroup, but none of the fuss! A great opportunity for children to play and interact under caregivers' supervision. D 11:30 AM Mall Book Group Charleston Town Center, Main Library Join us at the Charleston Town Center Panera Bread® on the last Wednesday of every month, 11:30 a.m. to discuss a different book. Copies of the book 5:00 p.m. Closing Early Clendenin Branch Library, Cross Lanes Branch Library, Dunbar Branch Library, Elk Valley Branch Library, Glasgow Branch Library, Main Library, Marmet Branch Library, Mobile Library, Nitro Public Library, Riverside Public Library, Sissonville Branch Library, St. Albans Branch Library All KCPL locations will be closing at 5 p.m. for the Thanksgiving holiday. 27	ALL DAY Nitro Closing Nitro Public Library Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday. ALL MONTH TEENS: National Novel Writing Month Main Library November is National Novel Writing Month, so all month long we'll have supplies for you to work on your own story! All Day Closed for Thanksgiving Clendenin Branch Library, Cross Lanes Branch Library, Dunbar Branch Library, Elk Valley Branch Library, Glasgow Branch Library, Main Library, Marmet Branch Library, Mobile Library, Nitro Public Library, Riverside Public Library, Sissonville Branch Library, St. Albans Branch Library All KCPL locations will be closed all day for the Thanksgiving holiday. 28	ALL DAY Giving Tree Cross Lanes Branch Library The holiday toy and clothing drive is now underway! Cross Lanes Branch Library is partnering with Tyler Mountain Cross Lanes Community Services to mat ALL MONTH TEENS: National Novel Writing Month Main Library November is National Novel Writing Month, so all month long we'll have supplies for you to work on your own story! ALL DAY Nitro Closing Nitro Public Library Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday. ALL DAY Nitro Closing Nitro Public Library Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday. ALL DAY Thanksgiving Make and Take Crafts Elk Valley Branch Library Thanksgiving crafts you can make in just a few minutes right here at the library or take home to create later. The crafts will change throughout the ALL MONTH Picture Book I-Spy Main Library Celebrate Picture Book Month at the Main Library by playing I-Spy! Search the Children's Department for popular characters from picture books. Once yo 2:00 PM Golden Years St. Albans Branch Library Come join us for an afternoon of fun filled games at the St. Albans Branch Library. Seniors and their families are invited to enjoy an entertaining ho 29	ALL DAY Thanksgiving Make and Take Crafts Elk Valley Branch Library Thanksgiving crafts you can make in just a few minutes right here at the library or take home to create later. The crafts will change throughout the ALL DAY Giving Tree Cross Lanes Branch Library The holiday toy and clothing drive is now underway! Cross Lanes Branch Library is partnering with Tyler Mountain Cross Lanes Community Services to mat ALL MONTH Picture Book I-Spy Main Library Celebrate Picture Book Month at the Main Library by playing I-Spy! Search the Children's Department for popular characters from picture books. Once yo 11:00 AM STEM Saturday - Dinovember Cross Lanes Branch Library Get your ROAR on at the library! STEM activities involving dinosaurs and prehistoric beasts! 30