Library Connection: Summer 2026

The Main Branch Music Monday 1 st & 3 rd Monday of the month, 10:00 a.m. Young children will explore the world of music through playing instruments, dancing, and singing all while using tools to enhance their creativity. Toddler Time Every Wednesday, 10:30 a.m. Join us for an interactive story time that includes early literacy fun with books, songs, finger plays, body movement, and crafts. Pokemon Explorers Club 1 st & 3 rd Thursday of the Month, 4:00 p.m. Enjoy Pokémon-themed games and activities, learn about different Pokémon, and spend time trading and showing off our favorite Pokémon trading cards. Backpack Buddies Thursday, September 3, 4:00 p.m. Kids make tiny keychains or mascots for their backpacks. Treats for Tails Thursday, September 10, 3:30 p.m. Make dog and cat treats for the Cabell Wayne Animal Shelter. Heroes Who Help Friday, September 11, 4:00 p.m. Join Chase and Skye with crafts, games, and hero fun with your favorite pups! Handmade Hugs Saturday, September 12, 11:00 a.m. Show your love for your grandparents by making them a hug. Cryptid Quest Monday, September 14, 4:00 p.m. West Virginia is full of cryptids and so is the library. Dot Day Tuesday, September 15, 3:30 p.m. Inspired by THE DOT by Peter H. Reynolds, children and adults are invited to “make their mark” by designing something special with a simple dot. Up, Up, and Away Friday, September 18, 11:00 a.m. Fold and fly paper airplanes in honor of the birthday of the US Airforce. Create a Cryptid Friday, September 18, 4:00 p.m. Design and decorate your own legendary creature, just in time for the Mothman Festival.

A Pirates Life for Me Saturday, September 19, 11:00 a.m. Ahoy, matey! Set sail for an adventure to celebrate Talk Like a Pirate Day. Tee Time Monday, September 21, 3:30 p.m. Putt-Putt your way through Story Land. Comic Creations Friday, September 25, 4:00 p.m. Create your very own comic strip.

Breakfast with Bluey Saturday, October 3, 9:30 a.m.

Join us for a fun-filled breakfast with Bluey! Enjoy yummy treats, playful activities, and lots of smiles with everyone’s favorite pup! REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR THIS EVENT. We will open the reservations on Monday, September 28. Mostly Ghostly Thursday, October 1, 4:00 p.m. Boo! Ghosts will be flying around but don’t worry, you won’t be scared. Create art so boo-tiful it’s scary. Mountain Readers Become Leaders Kick-Off Friday, October 2, 11:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.

Join us as we celebrate WV author, Ashley Belote and her book, Little Red and Big, Bad Fred . Mountain Readers Become Leaders Week will be held October 5-9. Belote’s book will be highlighted in the Cabell County School system with readings, activities, and

a visit by the author herself. Kindergarten through third grade classrooms will receive a copy of the book for their classrooms, a visit from a local celebrity reader,

and a costume character. The book will also be featured in our Story Walk at Ritter Park. Mountain Readers Become Leaders is a program offered by WV Public Broadcasting and Cabell County Schools. Scary Story Saturday Saturday, October 3, 3:30 p.m. Gather ‘round… if you dare! Enjoy spooky (but not too scary) stories perfect for young thrill-seekers.

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