Hooks and Needles
Join other needle crafters and work on your current project at the library. Bring your own supplies. Beginners through experts welcome. Adults and Teens.
January 29, 6:00 PM
Teen Time
Bring a friend and challenge them to a Wii game.
January 29, 10:30 A.M.
Be Creative! I-Spy
January is International Creativity Month! Search the Children's Department for images related to creativity. Once you have found all the pictures, turn in your game sheet at the desk and choose a prize from our treasure chest!
January 29, ALL MONTH
Be Creative! I-Spy
January is International Creativity Month! Search the Children's Department for images related to creativity. Once you have found all the pictures, turn in your game sheet at the desk and choose a prize from our treasure chest!
January 30, ALL MONTH
Baby & Me
Storytime program designed for our youngest patrons.
January 30, 10:00 AM
Born to Read
Storytime for our youngest patrons. Birth-3 with caregiver. Registration required. Registration begins January 16.
January 30, 10:30 AM
Sissonville Movie Night
Come watch a free movie at the library! Popcorn will be provided for this awesome event.
January 30, 5:30 PM
Discovery Play
Join us for some fun, hands-on sensory activities and craft projects that target all five senses. Children from birth to 5 years of age and their favorite adults are encouraged to attend. Come dressed to have fun and make a mess!
January 31, 10:30 AM
Tiny Tots
Storytime program designed for ages 18-36 mo.
January 31, 10:00 AM
Mall Book Group
Join us at the Charleston Town Center Panera Bread on the last Wednesday of every month, 11:30 AM to discuss a different book. For January's meeting, we will talk about "The Good Father" by Noah Hawley. Copies of the book will be available to check out at the Main Library Reference Desk. For updates on the group, like our page on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Mall-Book-Group-690918327597217/.
January 31, 11:30 AM
Playgroup at the Library
All the fun of a traditional playgroup but none of the fuss. Drop in to socialize with other families with toddlers and play with toys reserved just for this age group. Parents supervise their children during this informal gathering.
February 1, 11:00 AM
Coast to Coast: Contemporary American Writers Reading and Discussion Group
This book discussion series focuses on some new voices in contemporary American literature. This month's selection is "The Orchardist" by Amanda Coplin. The group meets the first Thursday of each month September 2017 through May 2018. Discussion leader is Tim Basford. Copies of the books are limited and may be picked up at the Reference Desk.
February 1, 3:00 PM
Black History Month I-Spy
Search the Children's Department for images of lesser known African Americans, and learn what they're famous for while you're at it! Once you've found all the pictures and identified the people, turn in your game sheet at the desk and choose a prize from our treasure chest!
February 1, ALL MONTH
Books 'N' More
Storytime program for preschoolers including books, music and a simple craft.
February 1, 1:15 PM
Harry Potter Book Night
Join us for a magical evening of fun as we celebrate Harry Potter Book Night! Refreshments will be available, and there will be activities on each floor for all ages.
Sponsored by The Friends of The Library Foundation.
February 1, 6:00 PM
Harry Potter Book Night
Join us for a magical evening of fun as we celebrate Harry Potter Book Night! Activities for all ages. Refreshments will be available.
February 1, 6:00 PM
Harry Potter Book Night
Join us for a magical evening of fun as we celebrate Harry Potter Book Night! Activities for all ages. Wand making will begin at 4:00 p.m., while supplies last. Fantastic movie with magical beasts will begin at 5:30! Refreshments will be available.
February 1, 4:00 PM
Jump Into Storytime
Storytime sessions are designed for children up to 5 years of age. Child and caregiver will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, and much more. Caregivers are encouraged to participate along with the children! After storytime, kids are invited to stay, play, and socialize with others.
February 1, 10:30 AM
Winter Library Club
Join our 2018 Winter Library Club for chances to win prizes. Fill out an entry slip each time you check out or renew an item during your visit to your local branch library from Tuesday, January 2 to Friday, March 2 and you’ll be entered in a weekly drawing to win a gift card. You will also have the opportunity to get one extra entry just for registering. There are prizes for children, teens and adults. The weekly prizes will be a $5.00 gift card to either the Dollar Tree, Subway or Dollar General. All gift cards must be picked up by Saturday, March 17. The prizes are sponsored by The Friends of The Library Foundation.
February 1, ALL MONTH
Harry Potter Book Night
Join us for a magical evening of fun as we celebrate Harry Potter Book Night! Refreshments will be available, and there will be activities for all ages.
February 1, 6:00 PM
Full STEM Ahead: Harry Potter Potions
Who says learning has to be boring? You'll find out it's NOT boring when you join us for some STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) fun. In honor of Harry Potter Book Night, we will delve into science, Harry Potter-style. Join us for a magical STEM evening.
February 1, 6:00 PM
Harry Potter Book Night
The Sissonville branch will be having Harry Potter crafts all day long! Come out and enjoy making some magical items, while taking your picture with our themed backdrop. The crafts will be available all day long.
February 1, ALL DAY
Library Brick Builders Club
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 License! Using popular toy building bricks, participants may work on step by step creations or engage in more personalized designs in our free play construction zone. Family.
February 2, 3:30 PM
Black History Month I-Spy
Search the Children's Department for images of lesser known African Americans, and learn what they're famous for while you're at it! Once you've found all the pictures and identified the people, turn in your game sheet at the desk and choose a prize from our treasure chest!
February 2, ALL MONTH
The Pigeon Loves the Library!
It's National Library Lovers Month and we want you to join us for a Pigeon filled drop-in program! No sign-up necessary. Create your own bookmark, get a special Pigeon coloring book, and more!
February 2, 3:00 PM
Early Out Matinee Movie
Join us to watch a family friendly movie on the library's big screen. Before and after the movie we will have activities available. Call the library (304-965-3636) to find out what will be showing.
February 2, 2:00 PM
Early Dismissal Day Movie
Come and watch a movie for Early Dismissal Day! Free popcorn and refreshments provided by the Cross Lanes Library Advisory Board and the Woman's Club of Cross Lanes. Call the library for movie title and rating.
February 2, 2:00 p.m.
Black History Month I-Spy
Search the Children's Department for images of lesser known African Americans, and learn what they're famous for while you're at it! Once you've found all the pictures and identified the people, turn in your game sheet at the desk and choose a prize from our treasure chest!
February 3, ALL MONTH
Black History Month I-Spy
Search the Children's Department for images of lesser known African Americans, and learn what they're famous for while you're at it! Once you've found all the pictures and identified the people, turn in your game sheet at the desk and choose a prize from our treasure chest!
February 4, ALL MONTH
Sunday Jams: Three Ps in a Pod: 2/3 Brass Trio
Our long running family music series is back by popular demand! People of all ages are invited to hear live music performed in a relaxed setting. This 2/3 brass trio presents a fusion of classic and contemporary sounds with adaptations of music from renaissance to modern. Featuring West Virginia Symphony Orchestra members Marsha Palmer on horn and Hannah Pressley on cello, as well as trumpet player Annie Perrett.
Funding for Sunday Jams provided by KCPL Annual Book Sale.
February 4, 2:00 PM