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Pet Supplies Donation Drive

All Day 12/1 - 1/31
Westland Public Library
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

In partnership with Michigan Humane, the Westland Public Library is hosting a pet supplies donation drive from December 2024 - January 2025. All donated items will be given to the ...

Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Age Group: Everyone
Event Details:

In partnership with Michigan Humane, the Westland Public Library is hosting a pet supplies donation drive from December 2024 - January 2025. All donated items will be given to the Berman Center for Animal Care in Westland. 

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Explore Art for Adults - Take Home Craft

All Day 12/2 - 12/30
Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Ongoing Program
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Pick up a winter-themed craft kit for this month's Explore Art for Adults. This month's craft is paper snowflake luminaries!Instructions and supplies will be provided in the kit. C...

Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Ongoing Program
Event Details:

Pick up a winter-themed craft kit for this month's Explore Art for Adults. This month's craft is paper snowflake luminaries!

5 cooks

Cook-A-Book

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Youth Program Room at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Ages 4 & up We will read a book together then do some fun food preparation! Bring an apron or smock if you have one, and be ready to roll up your sleeves!  Regis...

Registration Closed
Required
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Ages 4 & up
 

yellow background with a white circle. Teens reading books on a brick wall. Text says Teen Book Club.

Teen Book Club

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Youth Program Room at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

The Teen Book Club is open to teens in grades 7-12. The reading level and content of the books will be geared towards high school students. We will read new books every month and e...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Details:

The Teen Book Club is open to teens in grades 7-12. The reading level and content of the books will be geared towards high school students. We will read new books every month and enjoy different activities and snacks based on the books.

Chess set

Chess Club

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Copy Area Tables at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Like to play chess? Want to get better? Drop by for Chess Club and play a couple of games. Bring your own board or use one of ours. Novices to chess masters are all welcome. No sig...

Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Copy Area Tables
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

Like to play chess? Want to get better? Drop by for Chess Club and play a couple of games. Bring your own board or use one of ours. Novices to chess masters are all welcome. No sign-up required.

Silent Book Club Logo and book

Silent Book Club

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room 147/148 at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Bring your own book (or magazine, or newspaper, etc.)! This book club has no assigned book, reading deadlines, or traditional discussion. Bring your own reading material and enjoy ...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 147/148
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Bring your own book (or magazine, or newspaper, etc.)! This book club has no assigned book, reading deadlines, or traditional discussion. Bring your own reading material and enjoy the company of fellow readers.

Here's how it works:

Perler Bead Patterns

Perler Beads for Kids

Sunday, December 22, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Program Room AB at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids, Families
Event Details:

Learn how to make fun designs with Perler iron melt beads. This program contains small pieces, so please be sure to stay with your children at all times.

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room AB
Age Group: Kids, Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Learn how to make fun designs with Perler iron melt beads. 

This program contains small pieces, so please be sure to stay with your children at all times.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

CLOSED for Christmas Holiday

All Day 12/24 - 12/26
Westland Public Library

The library will be closed Tuesday, December 24 through Thursday, December 26. We will reopen at 9:00 am on Friday, December 27.

Closing
Branches:
Westland Public Library
Description:

The library will be closed Tuesday, December 24 through Thursday, December 26. We will reopen at 9:00 am on Friday, December 27.

Group of children reading with librarian

K-2 Book Club

Saturday, December 28, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Youth Program Room at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

The Kindergarten - Second Grade Book Club is a chance to discuss books, engage in exciting activities, and share with friends!  We will read the book out loud during the progr...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

The Kindergarten - Second Grade Book Club is a chance to discuss books, engage in exciting activities, and share with friends!  We will read the book out loud during the program so there is no pre-reading required.


 

Chess set

Chess Club

Saturday, December 28, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Copy Area Tables at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Like to play chess? Want to get better? Drop by for Chess Club and play a couple of games. Bring your own board or use one of ours. Novices to chess masters are all welcome. No sig...

Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Copy Area Tables
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

Like to play chess? Want to get better? Drop by for Chess Club and play a couple of games. Bring your own board or use one of ours. Novices to chess masters are all welcome. No sign-up required.

pile of craft supplies

Teen Craftapalooza

Monday, December 30, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Program Room AB at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Try out new projects and make something great at the library. Drop in for one craft or stay the whole time.  No registration is required, but it helps us to know how many...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room AB
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 27
Event Details:

Try out new projects and make something great at the library. Drop in for one craft or stay the whole time. 

 

No registration is required, but it helps us to know how many people are interested.

CLOSED for New Year's Holiday

All Day 12/31 - 1/1
Westland Public Library

The library will be closed Tuesday, December 31 and Wednesday, January 1. We will reopen at 9:00 am on Thursday, January 2.

Closing
Branches:
Westland Public Library
Description:

The library will be closed Tuesday, December 31 and Wednesday, January 1. We will reopen at 9:00 am on Thursday, January 2.

Chess set

Chess Club

Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Copy Area Tables at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Like to play chess? Want to get better? Drop by for Chess Club and play a couple of games. Bring your own board or use one of ours. Novices to chess masters are all welcome. No sig...

Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Copy Area Tables
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

Like to play chess? Want to get better? Drop by for Chess Club and play a couple of games. Bring your own board or use one of ours. Novices to chess masters are all welcome. No sign-up required.

Wayne County Parks

Winter Animals

Friday, January 3, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Library Grounds at Westland Public Library
Age Group:
Everyone, Adults, Kids, Tweens, Teens, Families
Event Details:

Wayne County Parks will be in the lobby to discuss the habits of Michigan animals in the winter.  Stop by anytime between 11AM-1PM to chat and view skulls, skins, tracks, and ...

Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Library Grounds
Age Group: Everyone, Adults, Kids, Tweens, Teens, Families
Event Details:

Wayne County Parks will be in the lobby to discuss the habits of Michigan animals in the winter.  Stop by anytime between 11AM-1PM to chat and view skulls, skins, tracks, and more.

Musical notes with 5 kids

Rhythm and Rock

Saturday, January 4, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Youth Program Room at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Families
Event Details:

Sing, play, and move along with your child!  Your little one's natural rhythm will shine in this interactive music program for ages 1-5, with a caregiver. Please register unde...

Required
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Families
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Sing, play, and move along with your child!  Your little one's natural rhythm will shine in this interactive music program for ages 1-5, with a caregiver.

Silhouetted figure in Yoga Pose

Gentle Yoga at the Library

Saturday, January 4, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Program Room AB at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Build strength and flexibility along with a calmer mind in this gentle yoga class with instructor Amy Poupard. Amy has been teaching yoga for 5 years and is experienced in accessib...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room AB
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Build strength and flexibility along with a calmer mind in this gentle yoga class with instructor Amy Poupard. Amy has been teaching yoga for 5 years and is experienced in accessible yoga for all ages and abilities.

Chess set

Chess Club

Saturday, January 4, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Copy Area Tables at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Like to play chess? Want to get better? Drop by for Chess Club and play a couple of games. Bring your own board or use one of ours. Novices to chess masters are all welcome. No sig...

Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Copy Area Tables
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

Like to play chess? Want to get better? Drop by for Chess Club and play a couple of games. Bring your own board or use one of ours. Novices to chess masters are all welcome. No sign-up required.

Craft

Family Craft - 2025 Photo Calendar

Sunday, January 5, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Program Room AB at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids, Families
Event Details:

Parent and child will create a family photo calendar for 2025!  All supplies will be provided.  You can add your photos when you get home or display as is! AGES 6-12...

Required
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room AB
Age Group: Kids, Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Parent and child will create a family photo calendar for 2025!  All supplies will be provided.  You can add your photos when you get home or display as is!

Hot Reads for Cold Nights

Hot Reads for Cold Nights

All Day 1/6 - 2/16
Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Challenges & Contests
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Win a prize for what you’re already doing – reading! From January 6 – February 16, fill out a raffle slip for each book, eBook, or audiobook you read or listen to. Each week y...

Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Challenges & Contests
Event Details:

Win a prize for what you’re already doing – reading! From January 6 – February 16, fill out a raffle slip for each book, eBook, or audiobook you read or listen to. 

Youth Winter Reading Program

All Day 1/6 - 2/16
Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Challenges & Contests
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Kids, birth-6th grade, are invited to read with us this winter.  Earn a prize, coupons and a free book!  Pick up your BINGO sheet at the Youth Desk starting January 6.

Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Challenges & Contests
Event Details:

Kids, birth-6th grade, are invited to read with us this winter.  Earn a prize, coupons and a free book!  Pick up your BINGO sheet at the Youth Desk starting January 6.

Family Storytime

Family Storytime

Monday, January 6, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Program Room AB at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Families
Event Details:

Come close the day with 30 minutes of songs, rhymes, and stories followed by a 15 minute craft!

Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room AB
Age Group: Kids, Families
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Come close the day with 30 minutes of songs, rhymes, and stories followed by a 15 minute craft!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Babytime Bears pic

Babytime Storytime

Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Program Room B at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Kids, Families
Event Details:

0-2 with a caregiverThis interactive storytime, followed by a short playtime, includes stories, songs, rhymes, and games geared especially toward babies (birth to 2 years, with a c...

Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room B
Age Group: Babies, Kids, Families
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

0-2 with a caregiver

Drop In Tech Help

Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Program Room 147/148 at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Everyone, Adults
Event Details:

Do you have questions about computers, smartphones, tablets, or the internet? We're here to help! We can also assist you with job searching and creating a resume or cover letter. D...

Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room 147/148
Age Group: Everyone, Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Do you have questions about computers, smartphones, tablets, or the internet? We're here to help! We can also assist you with job searching and creating a resume or cover letter.

Kiwanis Chartering Celebration Event

Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Program Room AB at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Board Meeting
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room AB
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Board Meeting