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Thu, Oct 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Online
Join us in conversation with Smithsonian professionals as they highlight inspiring stories of Latinos throughout history, as well as their incredible... more
Join us in conversation with Smithsonian professionals as they highlight inspiring stories of Latinos throughout history, as well as their incredible contributions to the United States. Streamed live.
Register

Thu, Oct 02, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Craft Room
Sometimes homework is just hard. It helps to practice with someone who has been through it too. Teen volunteers are standing by to offer drop-in homework... more
Sometimes homework is just hard. It helps to practice with someone who has been through it too. Teen volunteers are standing by to offer drop-in homework help for elementary students. Grades 1-4.

Sun, Oct 05, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Porter Room
Join the Friends of WPPL for a very special Sunday program featuring music, fashion and more from the 1960s.

Mon, Oct 06, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Technology Training Lab
In this three session program, participants will gain valuable insight on how to grow their revenue and outreach. Upon completing all sessions, a... more
In this three session program, participants will gain valuable insight on how to grow their revenue and outreach. Upon completing all sessions, a Certificate of Completion will be issued.

Tue, Oct 07, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Thomas A. Fox Board Room
Presenters from a local Toastmasters club will use the "Speechcraft" program to help you to improve your ability to give presentations for professional and... more
Presenters from a local Toastmasters club will use the "Speechcraft" program to help you to improve your ability to give presentations for professional and personal purposes.

Wed, Oct 08, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Makerspace
Teens ages 11-15 are welcome in the Makerspace to create a project with the Makerspace equipment!

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Wed, Oct 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Stop by Youth Services to sign up for a 10-minute reading time with a reading therapy dog. Sign up starts at 4:30 p.m. Recommended for Grades K-4.

Wed, Oct 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Storytime Room
Join us for an engaging read aloud with Maggie Eaton followed by a variety of fun activities that foster a love of reading and support literacy for the... more
Join us for an engaging read aloud with Maggie Eaton followed by a variety of fun activities that foster a love of reading and support literacy for the whole family. Grades K-3. 

Thu, Oct 09, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Storytime Room
Sometimes homework is just hard. It helps to practice with someone who has been through it too. Teen volunteers are standing by to offer drop-in homework... more
Sometimes homework is just hard. It helps to practice with someone who has been through it too. Teen volunteers are standing by to offer drop-in homework help for elementary students. Grades 1-4.

Mon, Oct 13, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Technology Training Lab
In this three session program, participants will gain valuable insight on how to grow their revenue and outreach. Upon completing all sessions, a... more
In this three session program, participants will gain valuable insight on how to grow their revenue and outreach. Upon completing all sessions, a Certificate of Completion will be issued.

Tue, Oct 14, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Thomas A. Fox Board Room
Presenters from a local Toastmasters club will use the "Speechcraft" program to help you to improve your ability to give presentations for professional and... more
Presenters from a local Toastmasters club will use the "Speechcraft" program to help you to improve your ability to give presentations for professional and personal purposes.

Tue, Oct 14, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Join us for a field trip at La Plaza Supermarket. Meet other fluent Spanish speakers for a meal and informal conversation. Registration required.

Wed, Oct 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Study Room YS-Group
Stop by Youth Services to sign up for a 10-minute reading time with a reading therapy dog. Sign up starts at 4:30 p.m. Recommended for Grades K-4.

Thu, Oct 16, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Study Room YS-1,Study Room YS-2,Study Room YS-Group,Youth Services
Sometimes homework is just hard. It helps to practice with someone who has been through it too. Teen volunteers are standing by to offer drop-in homework... more
Sometimes homework is just hard. It helps to practice with someone who has been through it too. Teen volunteers are standing by to offer drop-in homework help for elementary students. Grades 1-4.

Mon, Oct 20, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Technology Training Lab
In this three session program, participants will gain valuable insight on how to grow their revenue and outreach. Upon completing all sessions, a... more
In this three session program, participants will gain valuable insight on how to grow their revenue and outreach. Upon completing all sessions, a Certificate of Completion will be issued.

Tue, Oct 21, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Thomas A. Fox Board Room
Presenters from a local Toastmasters club will use the "Speechcraft" program to help you to improve your ability to give presentations for professional and... more
Presenters from a local Toastmasters club will use the "Speechcraft" program to help you to improve your ability to give presentations for professional and personal purposes.

Wed, Oct 22, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Study Room YS-Group
Stop by Youth Services to sign up for a 10-minute reading time with a reading therapy dog. Sign up starts at 4:30 p.m. Recommended for Grades K-4.

Wed, Oct 22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online
You are invited to join us online and be one of the first to hear from Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Malala Yousafzai about her astonishing memoir. Streamed live.Register

Thu, Oct 23, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Storytime Room
This cross-generational program connects patients with Parkinson's with our community by sharing stories, songs and movement in this interactive storytime.... more
This cross-generational program connects patients with Parkinson's with our community by sharing stories, songs and movement in this interactive storytime. Ages 2-6, siblings welcome.
Registration opens Thursday, October 16 2025 at 9:00am

Thu, Oct 23, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Storytime Room
Sometimes homework is just hard. It helps to practice with someone who has been through it too. Teen volunteers are standing by to offer drop-in homework... more
Sometimes homework is just hard. It helps to practice with someone who has been through it too. Teen volunteers are standing by to offer drop-in homework help for elementary students. Grades 1-4.

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Join the Friends of WPPL on Sunday, October 5 at 2 p.m. in the Porter Room for a fun, musical look at the Sensational '60s including vintage clothing styles, trivia and historical facts! Sign up today!

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Save the Date October 16-19 The 2025 Annual Friends of WPPL Book Sale

Mark your calendars! You'll find fiction, nonfiction, children’s books, DVDs, CDs, audiobooks, and more at the Friends' Annual Book Sale: October 16-19, 2025! Interested in volunteering to help? Contact the Friends to let them know.

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Attend LIVE talks from best-selling authors and thought leaders in the comfort of your own home with Virtual Author Talks. New authors are added every month and past talks are archived for access at your convenience.

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Link to My Librarian page

Don't know what to read next? Go to My Librarian and simply answer a couple of questions about what you've read recently, what you like and don't like, and our team of readers will send you a list of recommendations.

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