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Virtual Author Talk - David O. Stewart- "The Democracy We Must Keep"
Tue, Sep 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Online
Join us as we chat with award-winning historian David O. Stewart about his newest work, "The Democracy We Must Keep".Register
World at War Forum - The Blitzkrieg Myth and the Fall of France
Tue, Sep 01, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Porter Room
In the summer of 1940 the German army swept into France and in a matter of weeks overrunning French and British forces. Steve Pettyjohn discusses this famed... more
In the summer of 1940 the German army swept into France and in a matter of weeks overrunning French and British forces. Steve Pettyjohn discusses this famed invasion and the myths surrounding it.
Bow Wow Books
Wed, Sep 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Storytime Room
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.
Bow Wow Books
Wed, Sep 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Storytime Room
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.
Commemoration Ceremony of the 25th Anniversary of 9/11
Fri, Sep 11, 8:30am - 10:30am
Porter Room
View the livestream of the commemoration ceremony honoring the victims of 9/11. Coffee and tea provided. Please register. All ages.
9/11 Remembrance Tree
Fri, Sep 11, 9:00am - 6:00pm
Youth Services
Visit Christina's Corner in Youth Services to write a message of hope on a leaf to add to our remembrance tree honoring those who lost their lives on 9/11.... more
Visit Christina's Corner in Youth Services to write a message of hope on a leaf to add to our remembrance tree honoring those who lost their lives on 9/11. All ages.
Women in History Presents - Molly Pitcher
Sat, Sep 12, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Porter Room
Born Mary Ludwig, she followed the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War to fight against the British Army in North America.
Earth "Kind" Meetup Group - Join with other plant forward individuals for discussion
Mon, Sep 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Dover Room
Meet with veg/plant-based curious, earth advocates to discover new flavors, new foods and more ways to be kind to yourselves and to our earth.
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September is Library Card Sign-Up Month! Renew, replace, or sign up for a Westlake library card to access to all of our entertaining and informative resources, like video games, musical instruments, bestsellers, and much more.

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We’re looking for energetic and creative Teens in grades 8-12 to be a part of the future of WPPL! Join the Teen Advisory Board or help with a variety of tasks in the Youth Services department. Apply online throughout the school year (2026-2027).

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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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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.