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Featured Programs & Events
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Speak & Lead: Impromptu Speaking & Delegation - High-Interest/Low-Capacity Program
Sat, Oct 03, 9:45am - 10:45am
Porter Room
Learn the fundamentals of Impromptu Speaking and Delegation with the Toastmasters. This is a high-interest/low-capacity program. Please join the wait list.
This event is full
Family Storytime
Sat, Oct 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room
Join us for rhymes, songs and play! Ages 2-6 with a caregiver.
Hand Sewing for Literacy: You and Me - High-Interest/Low-Capacity Program
Sat, Oct 03, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Storytime Room
Learn basic sewing skills to create a sewn project after listening to a short story connecting these skills to literature. This is a... more
Learn basic sewing skills to create a sewn project after listening to a short story connecting these skills to literature. This is a high-interest/low-capacity program. Please join the wait list. 
This event is full
Brick Builders
Sun, Oct 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Storytime Room
Do you love LEGO® bricks? Then bring your ideas and imagination to Brick Builders! Bricks provided. No registration required. Ages 5-12.
Memory Disco
Tue, Oct 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
Porter Room
Join us for a Memory Disco! Using silent disco technology, this program is designed for individuals experiencing cognitive decline, IDD, and their care... more
Join us for a Memory Disco! Using silent disco technology, this program is designed for individuals experiencing cognitive decline, IDD, and their care partners.
Breakout: Brick Busters - High-Interest/Low-Capacity Program
Tue, Oct 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Storytime Room
Work together, solve the clues, and build your way to victory. Grades 3-6. This is a high-interest/low-capacity program. Please join the wait list.
This event is full
World at War Forum - Revolutionary War Trivia Night
Tue, Oct 06, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Porter Room
Join Judge William Vodrey as he leads us through several rounds of trivia focusing on the American Revolution during our country's 250th Anniversary.
Living Longer and Better
Wed, Oct 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Dover Room
Join Dr. Kurtis Dornan for a discussion about tactical ways to live longer and healthier, the science behind aging and how we can influence our health as we... more
Join Dr. Kurtis Dornan for a discussion about tactical ways to live longer and healthier, the science behind aging and how we can influence our health as we get older.
Bow Wow Books
Wed, Oct 07, 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.
Virtual Author Talk - Carolyn Russo - "Ascent of Rauschenberg"
Thu, Oct 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Online
Join us for a captivating online conversation with acclaimed author and Smithsonian curator Carolyn Russo as we dive into her fascinating book, "The Ascent... more
Join us for a captivating online conversation with acclaimed author and Smithsonian curator Carolyn Russo as we dive into her fascinating book, "The Ascent of Rauschenberg".
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Apple Fest
Thu, Oct 08, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Storytime Room,Youth Services
Celebrate all things apple with crafts, games, and more! This inclusive apple fest features activities for children and families of all abilities. Drop in... more
Celebrate all things apple with crafts, games, and more! This inclusive apple fest features activities for children and families of all abilities. Drop in - no need to register! Grades Pre K-5.
Craftapalooza
Sat, Oct 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Youth Services
Come to the library and help us clean out our craft closet. A variety of make-it and take-it crafts will be available at the Youth Services desk. While... more
Come to the library and help us clean out our craft closet. A variety of make-it and take-it crafts will be available at the Youth Services desk. While supplies last. All ages.
Super Smash Tourney - Presented by Games Done Legit
Tue, Oct 13, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Teen Lounge
Battle it out to take the top spot to claim champion in our Super Smash Tourney. Free snacks. No registration required. Grades 5-12
Surplus Sale
Wed, Oct 14, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Friends Pavilion
Office furniture, equipment, and supplies.
Bow Wow Books
Wed, Oct 14, 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.
Earth "Kind" Meetup Group - Join other plant forward individuals for discussion
Mon, Oct 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Craft 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.
Bow Wow Books
Wed, Oct 21, 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.
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Houlihan's Restaurant and Bar logo and view of Westlake restaurant's interior

Dine at Houlihan’s in Westlake on Thursday, October 8, from 5–9 p.m. to help the Friends raise funds for the library. Mention to your server that you are there to support the Friends of Westlake Porter Public Library.

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Shop for office furniture, equipment, supplies and more at the library's Surplus Sale on Wednesday, October 14 outside in the Friends Pavilion, rain or shine. All items will be sold as-is and all sales will be final.

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October 15-18, 2026 Annual Book Sale

You'll find fiction, nonfiction, children’s books, DVDs, CDs, audiobooks, and more at the Friends' Annual Book Sale: October 15-18, 2026! Bid in the silent auction by October 18 to take home any of the special books displayed in the lobby.

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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.