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Zine Workshop

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, History & Culture, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

A zine is a small, self-published, handmade art book. Zines are a popular form of expression due to their versatility. You can make a zine about anything using any type of material.

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Michigan UFO History

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Age Group:

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

Join us at the library for an out-of-this-world look into Michigan's UFO history with the State Director of the Michigan Mutual UFO Network, William Konkolesky!

Youth Winter Reading 2026

Youth Winter Reading Program

All Day 1/17 - 2/28

Age Group:

Kids, Tweens
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Age Group: Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Challenges & Contests
Event Details:

Win prizes for what you’re already doing – reading! Pick up a bingo card at the youth desk and complete activities from January 17 – February 28, 2026 to get prizes! Reading logs MUST BE TURNED IN BY Saturday, February 28th at 5pm. 

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The Ever-Present Camera: Understanding Photography On Your Smartphone

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Age Group:

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

The smartphone has revolutionized photography by enabling almost everyone to have a camera with them at all times.

Investing 101

Investing 101

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Age Group:

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

Curious about how to start investing but not sure where to begin? This beginner-friendly workshop will cover the basics of investing, brought to you by Brandon Harris of Edward Jones.

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Murder Mystery Party for Adults

6:30pm–9:00pm
Adults
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room AB
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

Guests are invited to an opulent masquerade ball to promote a small town - and solve a surprise murder case! 

Rhythm and Rock

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

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.

Karate for Mind, Health, and Self-Defense

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Health & Wellness
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room AB
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the basics of karate for health and wellness with instructor Oscar Silvera of Silvera Karate Jutsu. Please dress in comfortable clothing and bring a mat if you have one. Registration required. 

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Teen Dungeons and Dragons

12:00pm–3:00pm
Teens
Gaming
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. 

Coffee Hour with Glen Anderson

9:00am–11:00am
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room A

Introduction to SCORE

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults
Presentation, Workshop
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presentation, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Are you a small business owner or entrepreneur looking for guidance or resources to help your business become a success? SCORE of Southeast Michigan is here to guide you!

Family Storytime

6:30pm–7:15pm
Kids, Families
Storytime
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 Storytime

10:00am–10:45am
Babies, Kids, Families
Storytime
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room B
Age Group: Babies, Kids, Families
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

0-2 with a caregiver

Vet-to-Vet Café

3:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Meetup
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room 147/148
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Meetup
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join fellow veterans for coffee and conversation. Veterans will have the opportunity to meet other community veterans, share stories, access resources and make new connections. Coffee and light snacks provided.

Friends of the Westland Public Library Meeting

5:00pm–6:15pm
Everyone
Board Meeting
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 Conversation Group

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Workshop
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. 

3rd and 4th Grade Book Club

6:30pm–7:15pm
Kids
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

February's Book:  Any nonfiction book about a science-related topic (space, animals, weather, natural disasters--you choose!).

Lit Lovers Book Club

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Book Club
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 147/148
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Our Lit Lovers Book Club celebrates love in all its forms! Each month, we’ll dive into a new romance that will have us swooning, sighing, and maybe fanning ourselves just a little. Join us on the second Wednesday of every month!

Friends of the Library Book Sale Preview

3:00pm–6:00pm
Book Sale
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room AB
Program Type: Book Sale
Event Details:

Join us for our quarterly book sale! The Preview Book Sale on Thursday, February 12, is a chance for Friends of the Library Members (or those interested in joining) to get first pick at this month's sale.

Chess Club

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
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.

5th-8th Grade Book Club

7:00pm–8:00pm
Kids, Tweens
Book Club
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!

Preschool Storytime

10:00am–10:30am
Kids
Storytime
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.

Friends of the Library Book Sale

10:00am–4:00pm
Book Sale
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room AB
Program Type: Book Sale
Event Details:

Join us for our quarterly book sale from 10am-4pm today!  Sale runs through Sunday. 

Friends of the Library Book Sale

10:00am–4:00pm
Book Sale
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room AB
Program Type: Book Sale
Event Details:

Join us for our quarterly book sale from 10am-4pm today!  Sale runs through Sunday. 

Birding Club

11:00am–12:00pm
Everyone, Adults
Home & Garden, Ongoing Program
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 birding and contribute to the Great Backyard Bird Count happening this month!

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.

Teen Cook Along with Chef Val

11:00am–12:30pm
Teens
Health & Wellness
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 7-12.  The recipe is vegan and gluten-free. Learn how to make two different sweet treats including a chocolate, coconut, and marshmallow treat and a caramel coconut raisin treat! The class will be led by Chef Val.

Friends of the Library Book Sale BAG DAY!

12:00pm–3:00pm
Book Sale
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room AB
Program Type: Book Sale
Event Details:

Join us for our quarterly book sale from 12-3pm today!  Today is BAG DAY!  Fill a bag for only $4.00!

Youth Scavenger Hunt

All Day 2/16–2/22
Kids
Ongoing Program
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Library Grounds
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Ongoing Program
Event Details:

Take our Winter Break Scavenger Hunt Challenge! Stop by anytime between 2/16-2/22 to pick up a challenge sheet at the Youth Desk. All finishers will receive a prize!   

 

Homeschool Explorers

2:00pm–3:00pm
Kids, Tweens, Teens
Workshop
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room AB
Age Group: Kids, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for Homeschool Explorers! This month, we are doing a Family Board Game Bonanza! Games will be provided by the library. Play a favorite game or learn a new one with the help of our library staff!

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.