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International Games Month

All Day 11/1 - 11/30
Everyone, Adults, Kids, Tweens, Teens, Families
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.

CLOSING at 5:00 pm

5:00pm - 9:00pm
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
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.

Teen DIY Pet Supplies to Donate

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Teens
Arts & Crafts
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room AB
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Grades 7-12.

Teen Beginner ASL Workshop

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens
Workshop
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room AB
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
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. 

Teen Dungeons and Dragons - Introduction

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Teens
Gaming
Registration
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room AB
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Grades 7-12. 

Teen Crochet Club

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Teens
Arts & Crafts
Registration
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration 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.

Teen Soap Making

5:00pm - 6:30pm
Teens
Arts & Crafts
Registration
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Grades 7-12.

Join us to learn how to make your own soap using essential oils and colored pigments. Keep them or give them as gifts! 

Registration required.

Homeschool Explorers

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Kids, Tweens, Teens, Families
Meetup
Registration
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room AB
Age Group: Kids, Tweens, Teens, Families
Program Type: Meetup
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Join us for Homeschool Explorers! This month, we are featuring a LEGO project!

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.

TAB Meeting

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Teens
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room B
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.

Teen Book Club

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Teens
Book Club
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

The Teen Book Club is open to teens in grades 7-12. The reading level and content of the books will be geared towards high school students. We will read new books every month and enjoy different activities and snacks based on the books.

CLOSED for Christmas Holiday

All Day 12/24 - 12/26
Closing
Branches:
Westland Public Library
Description:

The library will be closed Tuesday, December 24 through Thursday, December 26. We will reopen at 9:00 am on Friday, December 27.

Teen Craftapalooza

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Teens
Arts & Crafts
Registration
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room AB
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration 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
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.

Animals in Winter

11:00am - 1:00pm
Everyone, Adults, Kids, Tweens, Teens, Families
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.

Teen Dungeons and Dragons

4:00pm - 6:30pm
Teens
Gaming
Registration
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Grades 7-12. 

Teen Bullet Journaling

5:00pm - 6:30pm
Teens
Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness
Registration
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness
Registration 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. 

Teen Crochet Club

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Teens
Arts & Crafts
Registration
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration 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.

TAB Meeting

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Teens
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room B
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.

Teen Book Club

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Teens
Book Club
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

The Teen Book Club is open to teens in grades 7-12. The reading level and content of the books will be geared towards high school students. We will read new books every month and enjoy different activities and snacks based on the books.

DIY Pet Toys

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Kids, Tweens, Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room AB
Age Group: Kids, Tweens, Teens
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Join us to make easy no-sew pet toys and treat items to donate to Westland's Michigan Humane branch!

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 for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Westland Public Library
Description:

The library will be closed on Monday, January 20. We will reopen at 9:00 am on Tuesday, January 21.

Teen Dungeons and Dragons

12:00pm - 2:30pm
Teens
Gaming
Registration
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Grades 7-12. 

Self Defense Class

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults, Teens
Health & Wellness
Registration
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room AB
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

Learn the basics of self-defense with instructor Oscar Silvera of Silvera Karate Jutsu. Registration required. Please bring a gym/yoga mat if you have one.