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Library Board Meeting

Wednesday, April 15, 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Spreading Hate: Propaganda and the Holocaust

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Program Room AB at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
History & Culture
Age Group:
Adults

Many people chose to support the Nazi regime during the Holocaust, and propaganda played a significant role in their thinking.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room AB
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History & Culture
Registration Required
Event Details:

Many people chose to support the Nazi regime during the Holocaust, and propaganda played a significant role in their thinking.

This event is in the "Kids" group

3rd and 4th Grade Book Club

Wednesday, April 15, 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!

April's Book:  Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Copies available at the Youth Desk.

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

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

April's Book:  Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Copies available at the Youth Desk.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Unsolved Michigan

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Program Room AB at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Adults

Nina Innsted, a true crime expert and host of the Already Gone Podcast, will share gripping stories from Metro Detroit. She’ll also read from her book, "Unsolved Michigan," which explores various unsolved cases in the state.

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

Nina Innsted, a true crime expert and host of the Already Gone Podcast, will share gripping stories from Metro Detroit. She’ll also read from her book, "Unsolved Michigan," which explores various unsolved cases in the state.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Chess Club

Thursday, April 16, 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.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group

5th-8th Grade Book Club

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Youth Program Room at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Kids, Tweens

Do you love to read?  Book Club is a great way to spend an hour with other kids who share your love of books!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you love to read?  Book Club is a great way to spend an hour with other kids who share your love of books!

This event is in the "Kids" group

Preschool Storytime

Friday, April 17, 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.

This event is in the "Everyone" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Birding Club

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Home & Garden, Ongoing Program
Age Group:
Everyone, Adults

Join us for Westland Library Birding Club to do some spring birding! Whether you're a seasoned birder or just getting started, you'll learn all about birding basics, how to record your findings, and form a community of bird-lovers.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone, Adults
Program Type: Home & Garden, Ongoing Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for Westland Library Birding Club to do some spring birding! Whether you're a seasoned birder or just getting started, you'll learn all about birding basics, how to record your findings, and form a community of bird-lovers.

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.

Physical Activity

Participation in physical activities involves risk of injury. Participants agree to obey the safety standards of the program, the facility, and the instructions of Westland Library staff and other authorized program staff, as well as to hold all parties free from liability.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Dungeons and Dragons

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Program Room at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Teens

Grades 7-12. 

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

Grades 7-12. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Chess Club

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Silent Book Club

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Program Room 147/148 at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

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:

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

This event is in the "Kids" group

Be the Scientist!

Sunday, April 19, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Program Room AB at Westland Public Library
Age Group:
Kids

 Be the Scientist!  Join us for hands-on science!  Ages 4-Grade 1. Parent participation required.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room AB
Age Group: Kids
Registration Required
Event Details:

 Be the Scientist!  Join us for hands-on science!  Ages 4-Grade 1. Parent participation required.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Chair Yoga

Monday, April 20, 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Understanding the Lean Canvas Business Model

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Youth Program Room at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Presentation, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Do you have a small business idea you've been trying to start up? The Lean Canvas Business Model can be a great guide to organizing your ideas.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presentation, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you have a small business idea you've been trying to start up? The Lean Canvas Business Model can be a great guide to organizing your ideas.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Families" group

Family Storytime

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Program Room AB at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Families

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.

This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Families" group

Babytime Storytime

Tuesday, April 21, 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

This event is in the "Everyone" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Drop In Tech Help

Tuesday, April 21, 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.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Bundle Up with Books

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Youth Program Room at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Meetup
Age Group:
Teens

Grades 7-12. Join us for an hour of quiet reading time and snacks followed by open discussion. Each month will feature a different genre.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Meetup
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 7-12. Join us for an hour of quiet reading time and snacks followed by open discussion. Each month will feature a different genre.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Toddler Tales Storytime

Wednesday, April 22, 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

ESL Conversation Group

Wednesday, April 22, 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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Music Bingo: 60's and 70's

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Program Room AB at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Adults

Want to test your music knowledge? Get ready to listen and sing along to your favorite songs from the 60's and 70's with Music Bingo! Match the numbers on your card with song titles from a chosen list of classic 60's and 70's songs.

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

Want to test your music knowledge? Get ready to listen and sing along to your favorite songs from the 60's and 70's with Music Bingo! Match the numbers on your card with song titles from a chosen list of classic 60's and 70's songs.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Time for Art

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth Program Room at Westland Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids

Grades 2-5. Time for Art is a chance to use your creativity and skill to make beautiful works of art and explore different kinds of art techniques! Wear messy clothes!

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

Grades 2-5. Time for Art is a chance to use your creativity and skill to make beautiful works of art and explore different kinds of art techniques! Wear messy clothes!

This event is in the "Teens" group

TAB Meeting

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Program Room AB at Westland Public Library
Age Group:
Teens

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: Program Room AB
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.