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International Games Month

All Day 11/1 - 11/30
Westland Public Library
Age Group:
Everyone, Adults, Kids, Tweens, Teens, Families
Event Details:

November is International Games Month! To celebrate, the library is having game related programs for all ages (see online calendar)! Play Giant Connect 4 all November. Challenge a ...

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

November is International Games Month! To celebrate, the library is having game related programs for all ages (see online calendar)! Play Giant Connect 4 all November.

Scavenger Hunt

All Ages Scavenger Hunt

All Day 11/17 - 11/23
Library Grounds at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Ongoing Program
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Celebrate International Games Month with us and take our Scavenger Hunt Challenge! Stop by anytime between 11/17-11/23 to pick up a challenge sheet at the Information or Youth Desk...

Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Library Grounds
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Ongoing Program
Event Details:

Celebrate International Games Month with us and take our Scavenger Hunt Challenge! Stop by anytime between 11/17-11/23 to pick up a challenge sheet at the Information or Youth Desk.

Chess set

Chess Club

Thursday, November 21, 2024 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.

Chess set

Chess Club

Saturday, November 23, 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.

Silhouetted figure in Yoga Pose

Gentle Yoga at the Library

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Youth Program Room 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...

Join Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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.

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Noontime Book Club

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Program Room A at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join the Noontime Book Club on the last Tuesday of every month as this self-directed group reads current fiction and non-fiction titles from various authors. This month's title is ...

Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Join the Noontime Book Club on the last Tuesday of every month as this self-directed group reads current fiction and non-fiction titles from various authors. This month's title is French Braid by Anne Tyler.

Drop In Tech Help

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 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.

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Explore Art for Adults

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Program Room AB at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join fellow arts and crafts enthusiasts for a self-guided craft. This month's craft is scrapbook paper art!All levels of experience are welcome, and supplies will be provided. Craf...

Join Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room AB
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join fellow arts and crafts enthusiasts for a self-guided craft. This month's craft is scrapbook paper art!

All levels of experience are welcome, and supplies will be provided. Craft is for ages 18+. Registration required.

Homebound Delivery Service

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Ongoing Program
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The Westland Public Library offers a delivery service for Westland residents who are confined to their homes. After a personal interview, a librarian selects materials of interest ...

Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Ongoing Program
Event Details:

The Westland Public Library offers a delivery service for Westland residents who are confined to their homes.

ESL

ESL Conversation Group

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Program Room 147/148 at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults
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 Engl...

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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. 

CLOSING at 5:00 pm

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Westland Public Library

The library will close at 5:00 pm on Wednesday, November 27. We will reopen at 9:00 am on Saturday, November 30.

Closing
Branches:
Westland Public Library
Description:

The library will close at 5:00 pm on Wednesday, November 27. We will reopen at 9:00 am on Saturday, November 30.

CLOSED for Thanksgiving Holiday

All Day 11/28 - 11/29
Westland Public Library

The library will be closed on Thursday, November 28 and Friday, November 29. We will reopen at 9:00 am on Saturday, November 30.

Closing
Branches:
Westland Public Library
Description:

The library will be closed on Thursday, November 28 and Friday, November 29. We will reopen at 9:00 am on Saturday, November 30.

Chess set

Chess Club

Saturday, November 30, 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.

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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. 

Woman typing on laptop

Reflections About NaNoWriMo

Sunday, December 1, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Program Room B at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Writing & Publishing
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

NaNoWriMo stands for National Novel Writing Month, which is traditionally held in November. Author Cheryl Martin will lead this program and guide writers in reflections of a recent...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Writing & Publishing
Required
Seats Remaining: 26
Event Details:

NaNoWriMo stands for National Novel Writing Month, which is traditionally held in November.

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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!

Finding Edith Book Cover

Finding Edith: Surviving the Holocaust in Plain Sight

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Program Room AB at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
History & Culture
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join Emily Cord Duthinh as she discusses her mother, Holocaust survivor Edith Mayer Cord, and her life. Edith was the author of Finding Edith: Surviving the Holocaust in Plain Sigh...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room AB
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History & Culture
Required
Seats Remaining: 113
Event Details:

Join Emily Cord Duthinh as she discusses her mother, Holocaust survivor Edith Mayer Cord, and her life.

ESL

ESL Conversation Group

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Program Room 147/148 at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults
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 Engl...

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. 

A graphic detailing the information of the program.

Online Scams: How to Spot and Avoid Them

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Program Room AB at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Presentation, Technology Class
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

As the holidays approach, it's not just the big online retailers looking to take your money - scam artists from around the world are, too! Join us for an informative presentation t...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room AB
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presentation, Technology Class
Required
Seats Remaining: 115
Event Details:

As the holidays approach, it's not just the big online retailers looking to take your money - scam artists from around the world are, too!

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Adventurers Wanted: an Introduction to Dungeons & Dragons

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Program Room A at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Grab your adventuring gear and get ready to delve into the captivating world of Dungeons & Dragons!Learn about the basics of the game through instruction and activities, includ...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 29
Event Details:

Grab your adventuring gear and get ready to delve into the captivating world of Dungeons & Dragons!

Chess set

Chess Club

Thursday, December 5, 2024 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.

Silhouetted figure in Yoga Pose

Gentle Yoga at the Library

Saturday, December 7, 2024 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: 30
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, December 7, 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.

Friends

Friends of the Westland Public Library Meeting

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Program Room B at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Board Meeting
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

The Friends of the Library meet monthly to discuss upcoming sales, their bookstore, and so much more.  Please feel free to stop in if you'd like to know more about the Friends...

Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room B
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Board Meeting
Event Details:

The Friends of the Library meet monthly to discuss upcoming sales, their bookstore, and so much more.  Please feel free to stop in if you'd like to know more about the Friends Group.