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12 am
This event is in the "Adults" group

Hot Reads for Cold Nights

All Day 1/17–2/28
Adults
Challenges & Contests
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Challenges & Contests
Event Details:

Win a prize for what you’re already doing – reading! From January 17 – February 28, fill out a raffle slip for each book, eBook, or audiobook you read or listen to. 

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

Youth Winter Reading Program

All Day 1/17–2/28
Kids, Tweens
Challenges & Contests
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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4 am
5 am
6 am
7 am
8 am
9 am
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room A
10 am
This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Families" group

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

This event is in the "Kids" group

Toddler Tales Storytime

10:00am–10:30am
Kids
Storytime
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 "Kids" group

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.

11 am
This event is in the "Kids" group

Be the Artist!

11:00am–12:00pm
Kids
Arts & Crafts
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program Room AB
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

"Be the Artist" in this program where we will create fun art pieces based on some of our favorite picture book illustrations!  Ages 4-Grade 1. Parents are encouraged to stay and help their child during the program.

12 pm
1 pm
This event is in the "Adults" 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. 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Bejeweled Books

1:00pm–3:00pm
Teens
Arts & Crafts
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 7-12. Bring your own book to bejewel and bedazzle! Registration required.

2 pm
This event is in the "Adults" group

The Ever-Present Camera: Understanding Photography On Your Smartphone

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Technology Class
Registration Open
Registration Required
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Silent Book Club

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Book Club
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:

3 pm
4 pm
5 pm
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Friends of the Westland Public Library Meeting

5:00pm–7:00pm
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.

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

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Michigan UFO History

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults
History & Culture, Presentation
Upcoming
Registration Required
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!

This event is in the "Kids" group

3rd and 4th Grade Book Club

6:30pm–7:15pm
Kids
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!

January's Book:  The Mysterious Moonstone by Eric Luper.  Copies available at the Youth Desk.

This event is in the "Teens" group

TAB Meeting

6:00pm–7:30pm
Teens
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

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.

7 pm
This event is in the "Adults" group

Lit Lovers Book Club

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Book Club
Library Branch: Westland Public Library
Room: Program 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!

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

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!