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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...

Required
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room AB
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
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.

Wayne County Parks

Animals in Winter

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: 33
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.

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. 

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.

Homebound Delivery Service

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 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, January 8, 2025 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. 

Dungeons and Dragons photo with a dragon

Teen Dungeons and Dragons

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Program Room B at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Grades 7-12. Teens are invited to join our new Dungeons and Dragons campaign! New and experienced players are welcome. You must sign up with a valid email address, we will use...

Required
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Grades 7-12. 

bullet journal that reads january. pens layed out.

Teen Bullet Journaling

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Youth Program Room at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Grades 7-12.Learn all about bullet journaling and get a chance to start your own! Supplies will be provided but you're welcome to bring your own journal and craft supplies.Registra...

Required
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Grades 7-12.

Learn all about bullet journaling and get a chance to start your own! Supplies will be provided but you're welcome to bring your own journal and craft supplies.

Registration required. 

Preschool Storytime

Preschool Storytime

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

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

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.

Group of children reading with librarian

K-2 Book Club

Saturday, January 11, 2025 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...

Required
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
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.


 

yellow yarn crocheted into a granny square with a purple hook.

Teen Crochet Club

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Youth Program Room at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Grades 7-12. Join us to learn how to crochet and make a variety of projects! No previous crochet experience is needed, all supplies will be provided. Registration required.

Required
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Grades 7-12. Join us to learn how to crochet and make a variety of projects! No previous crochet experience is needed, all supplies will be provided. Registration required.

George B. on a bicycle overlooking a grass plane

A Cycling Expedition Across Ethiopia

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Program Room AB at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Embark on an extraordinary journey as George Balarezo talks about his award-winning book "Unhinged in Ethiopia: Two Thousand Kilometers of Hell and Heaven on a Bicycle." From ancie...

Required
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room AB
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presentation
Required
Seats Remaining: 120
Event Details:

Embark on an extraordinary journey as George Balarezo talks about his award-winning book "Unhinged in Ethiopia: Two Thousand Kilometers of Hell and Heaven on a Bicycle." From ancient rock-hewn churches to stunning landscapes, this present

Coffee Hour with Commissioner Anderson

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 8:45am - 10:15am
Program Room A at Westland Public Library
Age Group:
Everyone
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room A
Age Group: Everyone

Chair Yoga

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Program Room AB at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Chair yoga is a gentle form of yoga that can improve flexibility, decrease stress, and reduce joint strain. Please join trained yoga instructor Lynda Herman to practice seated yoga...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room AB
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 22
Event Details:

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

Family Storytime

Family Storytime

Monday, January 13, 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.

Silhouetted figure in Yoga Pose

Gentle Yoga at the Library

Monday, January 13, 2025 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...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
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.

Friends

Friends of the Westland Public Library Meeting

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 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.

ESL

ESL Conversation Group

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 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. 

dragons in a bag

3rd and 4th Grade Book Club

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Youth Program Room at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Calling all 3rd & 4th Grade readers!  Join us for stories, snacks, and lots of FUN!  This month's book:  Dragons in a Bag by Zetta Elliot.  Copies available...

Required
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Calling all 3rd & 4th Grade readers!  Join us for stories, snacks, and lots of FUN!  This month's book:  Dragons in a Bag by Zetta Elliot.  Copies available at the Youth Desk.