Pendleton County Library

08/07/2026

Please don't forget to UNFOLLOW this page and FOLLOW Pendleton County WV Public Library instead to stay up to date with all things Pendleton County Public Library! Please invite all of your friends to like the new page! We apologize for the inconvenience of this transition, but found it to be the best decision in order to make the page accessible to staff to better serve our community. Thank you, and Happy Reading!

07/27/2026

After today, this page will be inactive.

Please follow our new permanent page for all current and future updates. It goes live at noon on Tuesday, July 28th.

The only future posts on this page will be periodic reminders to follow the new one. The new page will feature enhanced content from the library, on behalf of our community.

Thanks for being here. We look forward to seeing you on the new page!

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07/22/2026

Well Mother Nature sure threw us a few last night, didn't she? Unfortunately the aftermath has left us no choice but to cancel this morning's "Plant a Seed, Read" presentations. We're disappointed, but already at work to make Saturday's Summer Party even better in response. Remember, 12 pm downstairs in the Library.

07/10/2026

Happy summer, everyone!

For those of you who have joined us for our Summer Reading Program this year, we wanted to remind you that you may come into the library any time during business hours to exchange the time on your reading log for raffle tickets and place them in your desired prize!

Prizes will be announced at our Summer Reading Party on July 25th. The party begins at 12pm. If you are not present and your ticket is pulled, you may still claim your prize so long as we have all your information on the ticket!

We look forward to next week's program on Wednesday, July 15th. Registration is still open!

We are having such a blast "Planting a Seed to Read" with you!!!

07/03/2026

Popping up on your feed to remind you that we are closed this Saturday, July 4th.

Have a wonderful weekend!

06/30/2026

The library will be closed on Saturday July 4th in regards to the holiday.

We look forward to picking back up with our usual hours that following Tuesday.

Enjoy your weekend (preferably with a book somewhere)!

06/12/2026

This year's Summer Reading Program kicks off this upcoming Wednesday!!! Registration is open. Additionally, if you would like to volunteer to help the program, please come see us during business hours or call us at (304)358-7038. We are so excited to "plant a seed and read" with you all!

We are SO EXCITED to announce the moment you have all been anticipating!

Our annual Summer Reading Program begins June 17th and runs six consecutive Wednesdays until July 22nd. This year's theme is "Plant a Seed Read". Children from 2-1/2 to 4 years old will gather this year from 9:15 am to 10:00 am. Children 5 - 8 years old will go from 10:00 am to 10:45 am. Our final age group is 9 year olds to 6th graders, and their time will run from 10:45 am to 11:30 am.

There will be unique and exciting live presenters, as well as imaginatively creative activities with a bit of an agricultural approach!

An adult must be present with children during the duration of their attendance at the program. Registration is required. Pr-registration is now open at the front desk of the library!

We are happy to answer any questions if you give us a call at (304) 358-7038. Register now to PLANT A SEED AND READ with us and our gifted presenters!

06/05/2026

We are SO EXCITED to announce the moment you have all been anticipating!

Our annual Summer Reading Program begins June 17th and runs six consecutive Wednesdays until July 22nd. This year's theme is "Plant a Seed Read". Children from 2-1/2 to 4 years old will gather this year from 9:15 am to 10:00 am. Children 5 - 8 years old will go from 10:00 am to 10:45 am. Our final age group is 9 year olds to 6th graders, and their time will run from 10:45 am to 11:30 am.

There will be unique and exciting live presenters, as well as imaginatively creative activities with a bit of an agricultural approach!

An adult must be present with children during the duration of their attendance at the program. Registration is required. Pr-registration is now open at the front desk of the library!

We are happy to answer any questions if you give us a call at (304) 358-7038. Register now to PLANT A SEED AND READ with us and our gifted presenters!

04/30/2026

It's that time of year again, folks. Be sure to swing by the library and stock up on books for the spring season!

04/24/2026

A Note From Linda

If this were a book, we would be starting at the last page--"The End." My "dream job" at PCPL ends on Tuesday, April 28, 2026 and I just wanted to share my appreciation. I will attempt to keep this message brief, but my heart is so full of gratitude, it will be difficult.

You, our patrons, are fabulous! Your kind words, suggestions, donations and taking the time for little "chats" with the staff are the highlights of my day. Everyone has been so kind and there is a deep love for our library in this community. I am overwhelmed by your responses.

Thank you to the third and fourth grade teachers who bring their students to the library and introduce them to the larger world of books. It is so gratifying to see their excitement about reading. Their enthusiasm is contagious.

Story time with the pre-k children is always fun and one of my favorite activities. They keep us on our toes! If you don't want honesty, don't ask a child! After Mariah read a book to the children this week, she asked the group if they liked it. One little fellow said loudly, "No, I don't like that book." We had to giggle--maybe he's a literary critic in the making.

The Friends of the Library (FOL) is a marvelously supportive group and truly "friends." In honor of National Library Week, they gave the ladies at the circulation desk a gift certificate to a local restaurant and a hardy "thank you." Please consider joining FOL and make a difference to the library behind the scenes.

Most difficultly, I have to thank my "Dream Team:" Destiny Keplinger, Mariah, and Janice Kimble. You ladies are the best and it is an honor to be with and work with you. Destiny, I look forward to a future book reading in the Community Room and Mariah, hmmm, maybe the State Librarian!

PCPL also has independent contractors who serve the library: Gail Harper (lawn maintenance) Wendy Putz (Quickbooks), and Eddie Simpson (whatever else is needed!). Thanks also to the North Fork Trash Service.

We would not be able to provide programs like Summer Reading if it weren't for our volunteers. I only had to say, "I need help," and someone came running. Our volunteers are truly appreciated and more are needed!

We would not be able to function without the financial contribution from these community agencies; The Pendleton County School Board, the County Commission and the Franklin Town Council. The Pendleton Times, especially Stephen Smoot, has always been our faithful cheerleader.

This time has been a "high point" for me and I am honored to have had the opportunity to serve you.

Remember, reading changes lives, so happy reading!

With heartfelt gratitude,

Linda