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Featured Programs & Events
Thu, Aug 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Storytime Room
Use games, music and art in this interactive family activity incorporating tips you can use at home to boost your child(ren)'s literacy skills. For families... more
Use games, music and art in this interactive family activity incorporating tips you can use at home to boost your child(ren)'s literacy skills. For families with children in Grades K-8.
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Thu, Aug 08, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Board Room
From the internationally bestselling author of "One Day," one of the most enduring love stories of its generation, comes an uplifting and unputdownable love... more
From the internationally bestselling author of "One Day," one of the most enduring love stories of its generation, comes an uplifting and unputdownable love story about second chances.

Sun, Aug 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Friends Pavilion
Experience the thrill of mind-bending card magic and a fresh approach to the art of illusion with Rick Smith Jr. Plus cool off with a frozen treat from the... more
Experience the thrill of mind-bending card magic and a fresh approach to the art of illusion with Rick Smith Jr. Plus cool off with a frozen treat from the Kona Ice truck from 2:45-5 p.m.

Tue, Aug 13, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Dover Room
Join Craig Caldwell as he shares his birdwatching experiences from all over the world, as well as general advice for beginning birders and enthusiasts.

Thu, Aug 15, 10:00am - 10:30am
Friends Pavilion
Sing & learn pre-literacy & developmental skills & appreciate the joy of music in this class taught by Mr. Tim, BS in Music Education. Ages 3-6, siblings... more
Sing & learn pre-literacy & developmental skills & appreciate the joy of music in this class taught by Mr. Tim, BS in Music Education. Ages 3-6, siblings welcome. Please register each child attending.

Thu, Aug 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Online
Join us for this LIVE author talk by Irena Smith, PhD to hear about constructive and healthy ways to approach the college application process, for both... more
Join us for this LIVE author talk by Irena Smith, PhD to hear about constructive and healthy ways to approach the college application process, for both parents and teens.
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Thu, Aug 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Zoom Programming 1
Love Roblox? Then WPPL has a Club for you! We have some private servers set up for Tweens in grades 4th-6th to hang out with their friends and enjoy some of... more
Love Roblox? Then WPPL has a Club for you! We have some private servers set up for Tweens in grades 4th-6th to hang out with their friends and enjoy some of the most popular games via Zoom.

Tue, Aug 20, 10:00am - 11:30am
Dover Room
Are you new to proposal writing or want a quick refresher? If so, you don't want to miss one of Candid's most popular classes!

Wed, Aug 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online
Join us online for a LIVE chat with "New York Times" bestselling author Shelby Van Pelt about her beloved debut novel about a widow’s unlikely friendship... more
Join us online for a LIVE chat with "New York Times" bestselling author Shelby Van Pelt about her beloved debut novel about a widow’s unlikely friendship with a giant Pacific octopus.
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Sun, Aug 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Porter Room
Join us for an enriching performance of Hindustani classical music by Recording Academy artist Sugata Chatterjee.

Thu, Aug 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Zoom Programming 1
Love Roblox? Then WPPL has a Club for you! We have some private servers set up for Tweens in grades 4th-6th to hang out with their friends and enjoy some of... more
Love Roblox? Then WPPL has a Club for you! We have some private servers set up for Tweens in grades 4th-6th to hang out with their friends and enjoy some of the most popular games via Zoom.

Magician Rick Smith Jr. on stage

The Friends of Porter Public Library invite all ages to experience the thrill of mind-bending card magic and illusion with Rick Smith Jr. on Sunday, August 11, at 3 p.m. at the Friends Pavilion. Plus cool off with a frozen treat from the Kona Ice truck from 2:45-5 p.m.

New Authors Every Month Virtual Author Talks Live and On Demand

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

Go to Myrna Chelko Literacy Initiatives page

WPPL is proud to offer the Myrna Chelko Literacy InitiativesLittle Sprouts for children ages 4 and under and Reading Is Elementary for kids in grades K-4. Participating in these initiatives will help build the habits that foster lifelong learning—plus there are fabulous prizes!

New mobile app

Explore WPPL's new mobile app for Apple and Android devices! This mobile version of the library gives you instant access to search the catalog, renew checkouts, place holds, and more, using your smartphone or tablet.

kids at storytime

Kids & Parents

kids at storytime

Kids & Parents

teens playing board game

Teens

teens playing board game

Teens

adults in library

Adults

adults in library

Adults

Christian and Christopher with sensory break box items

DISABILITY RESOURCES

Christian and Christopher with sensory break box items

Disability Resources

readers & writers

Readers & Writers

readers & writers

Readers & Writers

Girl looking at a computer

Download & Stream

Girl looking at a computer

Download & Stream

3-D printer

Technology & Services

3-d printer

Technology & Services

Learn about the Friends and Foundation organizations

Friends & Foundation

Learn about the Friends and Foundation organizations

Friends & Foundation

View community information Welcome to Westlake sign

Community Information

View community information Welcome to Westlake sign

Community Information

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Blogs & Newsletters

blogs on a laptop

Blogs & Newsletters