A History of the West Virginia Capitol
The West Virginia Capitol is perhaps the most recognizable building in the state, but few West Virginians realize all the twists and turns that led to the Capitol we have today. Jim Wallace, author of "A History of the West Virginia Capitol: The House of State," relates how the state might have ended up with a Capitol in a different location or even a different city, as well as how the Capitol could have been much different than the building that exists today.
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Celebrate! West Virginia
Mick Souter is West Virginia's Bard of Education, the state's leading educational performing artist who combines songs and stories to both educate and entertain. A seasoned singer, actor, storyteller, and multi-instrumentalist, he'll perform his "Celebrate West Virginia" cultural arts program to highlight the Mountain State's Sesquicentennial.
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Current Reads Teen Summer Reading Club
Teens between the ages of 12 and 19, you have your very own summer reading club at all KCPL branches. Read or listen to book you like that's on your reading level. The rules are simple. During the program, check out materials from your local library, then fill out a paper entry form or log your entries on line at KCPL's website under "Current Reads."
Read or listen to a total of seven books and fill in the entry form to earn a prize. If you don't want to log your reads online, pick up an entry form at any KCPL location and turn it in when you've completed the program.
Once you log seven entries, you'll earn the choice of a water bottle or a monster stress squishy! You'll be notified by phone or email to pick up your prize. Everyone who completes the program wins!
The three people from each location who read the most books will receive a drawstring pack with built-in ear bud slot. One lucky reader will win a Kindle Fire provided by the Friends of The Library Foundation.
Check out the KCPL website for more information or our Facebook page at Kanawha County Public Library Teen Services, where you'll find additional information on Current Reads, as well as other teen programs.
Teens
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It's Alive! LEGO Robotics
Robotics + LEGO = FUN! Join Sherry Swint from the 4-H LEGO League Robotics Team as she takes us beyond the block. Yes they're cute, yes they're colorful, and yes they come to life. LEGO robots! What could be more fun?
Teens
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Meme Yourself! Contest
Enter your memes July 1-31; vote Aug. 5-26Use a meme creator website or make your own meme featuring yourself, a friend, a pet or one of the images provided on the site you select. Pictures must not contain offensive images or inappropriate language.
Fill out and return a signed release form (located on our website or available at any KCPL location) and e-mail your meme to melissa.adkins@kanawhalibrary.org or drop off a copy of the image at any KCPL location. Provide your name and contact information with your entry. Memes will be accepted between July 1 and July 31.
Entries will be displayed on the KCPL website for viewing and voting between Aug. 5 and Aug. 26. Winners will be announced Aug. 28.
The meme with the most votes wins a $15 gift card to Game Stop. Second place will receive an anime tote bag.
KCPL reserves the right to reject any entry that does not meet these requirements.
Teens
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Snakes Alive!
Ron Cromer will help you learn about life's most misunderstood animals. Meet a variety of gentle reptiles, heighten your understanding of nature, and experience an exciting hands-on opportunity. To register for this program, you must collect a ticket at your local library branch. Only patrons with tickets will be admitted.
Children All Ages
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