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Hot Reads for Cold Nights

Hot Reads for Cold Nights

All Day 1/17 - 2/28
Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Challenges & Contests
Age Group:
Adults

Win a prize for what you’re already doing – reading! From January 17 – February 28, fill out a raffle slip for each book, eBook, or audiobook you read or listen to. 

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 17 – February 28, fill out a raffle slip for each book, eBook, or audiobook you read or listen to. 

Teen Winter Reading Challenge

All Day 1/17 - 2/28
Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Challenges & Contests
Age Group:
Teens

GRADES 7-12 ONLY. Win prizes for what you’re already doing – reading! Pick up a bingo card at the youth desk and complete activities from January 17 TO February 28, 2026, to get prizes!

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

GRADES 7-12 ONLY. Win prizes for what you’re already doing – reading! Pick up a bingo card at the youth desk and complete activities from January 17 TO February 28, 2026, to get prizes!

Youth Winter Reading

Youth Winter Reading Program

All Day 1/17 - 2/28
Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Challenges & Contests
Age Group:
Kids, Tweens

Win prizes for what you’re already doing – reading! Pick up a bingo card at the youth desk and complete activities from January 17 – February 28, 2026 to get prizes! Reading logs MUST BE TURNED IN BY Saturday, February 28th at 5pm. 

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

Win prizes for what you’re already doing – reading! Pick up a bingo card at the youth desk and complete activities from January 17 – February 28, 2026 to get prizes! Reading logs MUST BE TURNED IN BY Saturday, February 28th at 5pm. 

Babytime Bears pic

Babytime Storytime

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Program Room B at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Kids, Families

0-2 with a caregiver

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 20, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Program Room 147/148 at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Everyone, Adults

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.

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 Membership Meeting - Open to the Public

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Youth Program Room at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Meetup

Kiwanis International is a service club that was founded in Detroit, Michigan in 1915 to promote higher ideals in business, professional, and industrial life.

Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Program Type: Meetup
Event Details:

Kiwanis International is a service club that was founded in Detroit, Michigan in 1915 to promote higher ideals in business, professional, and industrial life.

Investing 101

Investing 101

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Program Room AB at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Everyone, Adults, Teens

Curious about how to start investing but not sure where to begin? This beginner-friendly workshop will cover the basics of investing, brought to you by Brandon Harris of Edward Jones.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room AB
Age Group: Everyone, Adults, Teens
Program Type: Presentation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Curious about how to start investing but not sure where to begin? This beginner-friendly workshop will cover the basics of investing, brought to you by Brandon Harris of Edward Jones.

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Banned Book Club

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Room 147/148 at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

Celebrate and exercise your freedom to read at our Banned Book Club, where we read a variety of nationally banned and challenged books.

Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room 147/148
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Celebrate and exercise your freedom to read at our Banned Book Club, where we read a variety of nationally banned and challenged books.

Storytime

Toddler Tales Storytime

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Program Room AB at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids

Toddler Tales is an interactive program between parents/caregivers and their children ages 18 months to 3.5 years.  Enjoy 30 minutes of stories, songs, signs and rhymes with your little ones. 

No registration required.

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

Toddler Tales is an interactive program between parents/caregivers and their children ages 18 months to 3.5 years.  Enjoy 30 minutes of stories, songs, signs and rhymes with your little ones. 

No registration required.

ESL

ESL Conversation Group

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Program Room 147/148 at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Come practice speaking English! Each week tutors from the Plymouth-Canton Literacy Council will lead the group in informal conversations designed to practice your knowledge of English. 

Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room 147/148
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

Come practice speaking English! Each week tutors from the Plymouth-Canton Literacy Council will lead the group in informal conversations designed to practice your knowledge of English. 

Homeschool

Homeschool Explorers

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Program Room AB at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Kids, Tweens, Teens

Join us for Homeschool Explorers! This month, we will CREATE!  

Every month from September - May, we will explore a different activity for homeschool kids in kindergarten and up, but younger siblings are welcome.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room AB
Age Group: Kids, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for Homeschool Explorers! This month, we will CREATE!  

Every month from September - May, we will explore a different activity for homeschool kids in kindergarten and up, but younger siblings are welcome.

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.

Library Board Meeting

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Program Room 147/148 at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Board Meeting

The Library's Board of Trustees meets on the third Wednesday of each month at 6:00 pm. Board meetings are held at the library and are open to the general public.

Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room 147/148
Program Type: Board Meeting
Event Details:

The Library's Board of Trustees meets on the third Wednesday of each month at 6:00 pm. Board meetings are held at the library and are open to the general public.

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3rd and 4th Grade Book Club

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Youth Program Room at Westland Public Library
Age Group:
Kids

Calling all 3rd & 4th Grade readers!  Join us for stories, snacks, and lots of FUN!

January's Book:  The Mysterious Moonstone by Eric Luper.  Copies available at the Youth Desk.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Registration Required
Event Details:

Calling all 3rd & 4th Grade readers!  Join us for stories, snacks, and lots of FUN!

January's Book:  The Mysterious Moonstone by Eric Luper.  Copies available at the Youth Desk.

Winter Sowing Workshop

Hands-On Winter Sowing Workshop

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Program Room AB at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Home & Garden
Age Group:
Adults

Learn the principles of the Winter Sowing Germination Method to grow your own plants from seed by storing them outdoors all winter.

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room AB
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Home & Garden
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the principles of the Winter Sowing Germination Method to grow your own plants from seed by storing them outdoors all winter.

cookie decorated with sprinkles and frosting

Tween Craft - Cookie Decorating

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Youth Program Room at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Tweens

Decorate winter cookies at the library. 

Registration required.

 

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Decorate winter cookies at the library. 

Registration required.

 

Youth Chess club pic

Youth Chess Club

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Kids

Grades 3-8

For beginners and experienced players in 3rd-8th grade. Bring your own chess set or use one of ours.  No registration required.

Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

Grades 3-8

For beginners and experienced players in 3rd-8th grade. Bring your own chess set or use one of ours.  No registration required.

Video game controllers

Adult Video Game Club

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Room AB at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Adults

(Note: This program is for adults 18 and up only!)

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room AB
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

(Note: This program is for adults 18 and up only!)

Chess set

Chess Club

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Copy Area Tables at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Adults

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.

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.

A graphic with this month's title and author written on the right and a photo of the cover on the left.

Queer Book Club

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Program Room 147/148 at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

Join us at the library for a discussion on all things queer books! 

Whether you're a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, a passionate ally, or looking to broaden your reading horizons, we'd love to see you! Meets monthly. 

Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room 147/148
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Join us at the library for a discussion on all things queer books! 

Whether you're a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, a passionate ally, or looking to broaden your reading horizons, we'd love to see you! Meets monthly. 

Preschool Storytime

Preschool Storytime

Friday, January 23, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Youth Program Room at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids

Preschoolers ages 3.5 - 5 yrs. old, who are not yet in Kindergarten, can attend an independent storytime designed especially for them.

Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Preschoolers ages 3.5 - 5 yrs. old, who are not yet in Kindergarten, can attend an independent storytime designed especially for them.

A graphic promoting the Bird Habitat at Home program.

Bird Habitat at Home

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Youth Program Room at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Home & Garden, Ongoing Program, Presentation
Age Group:
Everyone, Adults

Do you want to see lots of birds outside your window this upcoming spring? Are you interested in learning what birds need to flourish in different places?

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Everyone, Adults
Program Type: Home & Garden, Ongoing Program, Presentation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you want to see lots of birds outside your window this upcoming spring? Are you interested in learning what birds need to flourish in different places?

Dungeons and Dragons photo with a dragon

Teen Dungeons and Dragons

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Program Room 147/148 at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Teens

Grades 7-12. 

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room 147/148
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 7-12. 

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STEMgineers: Digital Arts

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Program Room AB at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Kids

Staff from iCode Novi will teach students how to create unique digital artwork while learning about algorithms, patterns, and generative art.

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room AB
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Staff from iCode Novi will teach students how to create unique digital artwork while learning about algorithms, patterns, and generative art.

Chair Yoga

Chair Yoga

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Program Room AB at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Chair yoga is a gentle form of yoga that can improve flexibility, decrease stress, and reduce joint strain.

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

Chair yoga is a gentle form of yoga that can improve flexibility, decrease stress, and reduce joint strain.