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Philosophy of Yoga

Philosophy of Yoga

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Age Group:

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

Did you know that true yoga isn’t about working out at all, and are you curious about its deeper meaning? Have you ever left a yoga class feeling something more than just a good stretch?

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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.

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Chess Club

1:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Gaming
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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.
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TAB Meeting

6:00pm–7:30pm
Teens
Writing & Publishing
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Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Writing & Publishing
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.

Creative Writing Workshop

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults, Teens
Workshop
Registration Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 147/148
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

This once-a-month class is a creative writing course as suitable for beginners as it is for intermediate writers. The goal is to be exposed to readings, lessons, and craft-sharpening exercises that expand reading as well as writing horizons.

Chess Club

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Gaming
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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.