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Teen Summer Photography Contest

All Day 6/8 - 8/10
Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Challenges & Contests
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Teens going into grades 7-12th can share a photo that they have taken to be entered to win our Teen Summer Photography Contest! The contest starts on Saturday, June 8th and ends on...

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

Teens going into grades 7-12th can share a photo that they have taken to be entered to win our Teen Summer Photography Contest! The contest starts on Saturday, June 8th and ends on Saturday, August 10th.

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Craftapalooza

Saturday, July 6, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Program Room AB at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids, Tweens, Teens, Families
Event Details:

Try out new projects and make something great at the library. Drop in for one craft or stay the whole time. Projects geared towards kids in Kindergarten and up, but siblings are we...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room AB
Age Group: Kids, Tweens, Teens, Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Try out new projects and make something great at the library. Drop in for one craft or stay the whole time. Projects geared towards kids in Kindergarten and up, but 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.

CLOSED Summer Sundays

All Day
Westland Public Library

The library is closed on Sundays from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend. 

Closing
Branches:
Westland Public Library
Description:

The library is closed on Sundays from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend. 

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Teen Paintapalooza

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Program Room AB at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Grades 7-12.Get your paint on with a variety of craft options! Make sure to wear clothes you don't mind getting paint on. Registration required.

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room AB
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Grades 7-12.

Get your paint on with a variety of craft options! Make sure to wear clothes you don't mind getting paint on. 

Registration required.

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Teen Dungeons and Dragons

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Program Room B at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Grades 7-12. We are continuing our previous campaign and are not currently taking new players. If interested in joining the next campaign or if you want to come and watch to l...

Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

Grades 7-12. 

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Teen Survivor Skills

Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Program Room AB at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Grades 7-12.Sometimes a day hike can turn into an overnight stay in the woods, would you be prepared in a wilderness emergency? Join us to gain some basic emergency know-how. We’ll...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room AB
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Presentation
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Grades 7-12.

CLOSED Summer Sundays

All Day
Westland Public Library

The library is closed on Sundays from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend. 

Closing
Branches:
Westland Public Library
Description:

The library is closed on Sundays from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend. 

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Teen BOTB Check In

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Program Room at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Challenges & Contests
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Battle of the Books is a book-related competition for teens going into grades 7-12. Teens will be split into groups and each group reads 5 assigned books. Teams will be assign...

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

Battle of the Books is a book-related competition for teens going into grades 7-12. 

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TAB Meeting

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Youth Program Room at Westland Public Library
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Teens in grades 7-12 are invited to join our Teen Advisory Board (TAB). We meet virtually/in person once a month to discuss library programs, online resources, and popular trends. ...

Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:

Teens in grades 7-12 are invited to join our Teen Advisory Board (TAB). We meet virtually/in person once a month to discuss library programs, online resources, and popular trends.

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Teen Camp Half-Blood Day

Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Program Room AB at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Gaming
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Grades 7-12.Calling all demigods! Get sorted into your cabin, make your own Camp Half-Blood necklaces, test your knowledge in a Percy Jackson trivia, and compete in Capture the Fla...

Required
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room AB
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Grades 7-12.

Calling all demigods! Get sorted into your cabin, make your own Camp Half-Blood necklaces, test your knowledge in a Percy Jackson trivia, and compete in Capture the Flag!

CLOSED Summer Sundays

All Day
Westland Public Library

The library is closed on Sundays from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend. 

Closing
Branches:
Westland Public Library
Description:

The library is closed on Sundays from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend. 

Dungeons and Dragons photo with a dragon

Teen Dungeons and Dragons

Thursday, July 25, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Program Room B at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Grades 7-12. We are continuing our previous campaign and are not currently taking new players. If interested in joining the next campaign or if you want to come and watch to l...

Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

Grades 7-12. 

Family Scavenger Hunt

Family Scavenger Hunt

Saturday, July 27, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Program Room AB at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Challenges & Contests
Age Group:
Adults, Kids, Teens, Families
Event Details:

Ages 5 & Up, with an Adult: Meet at the library to get a list of items to find around the city of Westland.  You will need a car, a cell phone, and your family!  Fami...

Required
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room AB
Age Group: Adults, Kids, Teens, Families
Program Type: Challenges & Contests
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Ages 5 & Up, with an Adult: Meet at the library to get a list of items to find around the city of Westland.  You will need a car, a cell phone, and your family!

CLOSED Summer Sundays

All Day
Westland Public Library

The library is closed on Sundays from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend. 

Closing
Branches:
Westland Public Library
Description:

The library is closed on Sundays from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend. 

CLOSED Summer Sundays

All Day
Westland Public Library

The library is closed on Sundays from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend. 

Closing
Branches:
Westland Public Library
Description:

The library is closed on Sundays from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend. 

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Teen Beginner ASL Workshop

Monday, August 5, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Program Room AB at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Grades 7-12.Have you wanted to learn American Sign Language but didn’t know where to start? Presenters from OpenSpot Theatre will teach teens basic signs and give everyone a chance...

Required
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room AB
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Grades 7-12.

Have you wanted to learn American Sign Language but didn’t know where to start? Presenters from OpenSpot Theatre will teach teens basic signs and give everyone a chance to practice. 

CLOSED for Election Day

All Day
Westland Public Library

The library will be closed on Election Day to serve as a polling place for the City of Westland.

Closing
Branches:
Westland Public Library
Description:

The library will be closed on Election Day to serve as a polling place for the City of Westland.

Dungeons and Dragons photo with a dragon

Teen Dungeons and Dragons

Thursday, August 8, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Program Room B at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Grades 7-12. We are continuing our previous campaign and are not currently taking new players. If interested in joining the next campaign or if you want to come and watch to l...

Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

Grades 7-12. 

Teen SRP After Hours Party

Friday, August 9, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Room AB at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Gaming
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Teens who read 30 days as part of our Summer Reading Program will be invited to our exclusive after hours party featuring food, games, a freebie table, the return of the candy ball...

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

Teens who read 30 days as part of our Summer Reading Program will be invited to our exclusive after hours party featuring food, games, a freebie table, the return of the candy ball, giant Jenga, crafts, prizes, and laser tag!  

CLOSED Summer Sundays

All Day
Westland Public Library

The library is closed on Sundays from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend. 

Closing
Branches:
Westland Public Library
Description:

The library is closed on Sundays from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend. 

shield with swords and books inside. Text says Battle of the Books

Teen BOTB Battle!

Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Program Room AB at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Challenges & Contests
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Battle of the Books is a book-related competition for teens going into grades 7-12. Teens will be split into groups and each group reads 5 assigned books. Teams will be assign...

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

Battle of the Books is a book-related competition for teens going into grades 7-12. 

CLOSED Summer Sundays

All Day
Westland Public Library

The library is closed on Sundays from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend. 

Closing
Branches:
Westland Public Library
Description:

The library is closed on Sundays from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend. 

Dungeons and Dragons photo with a dragon

Teen Dungeons and Dragons

Thursday, August 22, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Youth Program Room at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Grades 7-12. We are continuing our previous campaign and are not currently taking new players. If interested in joining the next campaign or if you want to come and watch to l...

Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

Grades 7-12.