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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room AB
Age Group: Kids, Families
Program Type: Performance
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 100
Event Details:

Have fun hanging out with Dottie, Dr. Dolittle's bumbling, new assistant, as she shares stories with all of the magical, talking animals. This fun, interactive show combines puppets with music and comedy.

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

Rhythm and Rock

10:00am - 10:30am
Storytime
Registration
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Families
Program Type: Storytime
Registration 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Gentle Yoga at the Library

10:00am - 11:00am
Health & Wellness
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room AB
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 31
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Chess Club

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Gaming
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.

Writers Club

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Workshop, Writing & Publishing
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop, Writing & Publishing
Event Details:

Have you written stories or poems that you would like others to hear, but not critique, in a casual atmosphere? Need writing exercises or support to get you started again?

CLOSED Summer Sundays

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Westland Public Library
Description:

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

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Youth Scavenger Hunt

All Day 7/1 - 7/6
Ongoing Program
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Library Grounds
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Ongoing Program
Event Details:

Take our Youth Scavenger Hunt Challenge! Stop by anytime between 7/1-7/6 (closed 7/4) to pick up a challenge sheet at the Youth Desk. All finishers will receive a prize!   

 

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

Adventures Begin in Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Storytime
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Library Grounds
Age Group: Kids, Families
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us outdoors in the children's garden for 30 minutes of songs, rhymes, and stories with a take home craft available at the end! *storytime will be moved indoors in the event of bad weather*

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 "Adults" group.

ESL Conversation Group

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Workshop
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room 147/148
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

Come practice speaking English at the Westland Public Library. 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 "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Craftapalooza

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Registration
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room AB
Age Group: Kids, Tweens, Teens, Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 50
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Iced Tea Tasting

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Presentation
Registration
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presentation
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Steep into the world of iced tea! Tea enthusiast Bradley Coates will introduce participants to the different types of iced tea, the tools used to brew them, and how to brew a refreshing glass at home.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Chess Club

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Gaming
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.

CLOSED Summer Sundays

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Westland Public Library
Description:

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

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Junior Master Gardeners

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Home & Garden
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Home & Garden
Event Details:

Children will engage in “hands-on” group experiences that provide a love of gardening, develop an appreciation for the environment, and cultivate the mind.  There will be both a classroom and gardening component to the classes.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Paintapalooza

3:00pm - 4:30pm
Arts & Crafts
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.

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

Registration required.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Gentle Yoga at the Library

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Health & Wellness
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room AB
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 37
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.

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

Adventures Begin in Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Storytime
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Library Grounds
Age Group: Kids, Families
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us outdoors in the children's garden for 30 minutes of songs, rhymes, and stories with a take home craft available at the end! *storytime will be moved indoors in the event of bad weather*

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 "Adults" group.

ESL Conversation Group

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Workshop
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room 147/148
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

Come practice speaking English at the Westland Public Library. 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.

Essential Oil Basics

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Health & Wellness
Registration
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room AB
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Curious about the benefits of essential oils? Come learn about the best kinds to use, how to learn them safely and effectively, and the health concerns they can address. 

This event is in the "Tweens" group.

Tween Craft - Paracord Bracelets

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Registration
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Make an adventure bracelet out of paracord.

Registration required.

Open to anyone who will be in grades 5-8 in the fall.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Chess Club

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Gaming
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.
Registration
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room AB
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presentation
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 119
Event Details:

Join us in welcoming urban explorer and photographer Bob Huston as he gives his unique presentation titled, "Detroit Unseen", sharing with us the extraordinary ruins within the City of Detroit.