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Featured Programs & Events
Wed, Nov 06, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Storytime Room
Join us for rhymes, songs, and play! Ages 3 1/2 - 5 with a caregiver. Siblings are welcome.

Wed, Nov 06, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Porter Room
Suzanne Seifert takes us through the ways we can discover the history of our homes using various records available to homeowners.

Thu, Nov 07, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online
Join us in conversation with Navajo Ranger, Stanley Milford, Jr. as he chats about the chilling and clear-eyed memoir of his investigations into bizarre... more
Join us in conversation with Navajo Ranger, Stanley Milford, Jr. as he chats about the chilling and clear-eyed memoir of his investigations into bizarre cases of the unexplained in Navajoland.
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Fri, Nov 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Porter Room
Join us at the library as we honor our veterans with a coffee reception and light refreshments.

Fri, Nov 08, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Storytime Room
We will read one story then make a craft based on the story. For children ages 4-7, siblings welcome.

Sat, Nov 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Online
Sintoniza una conversación con el autor más vendido Javier Zamora mientras conversa con nosotros sobre su fascinante historia de supervivencia y... more
Sintoniza una conversación con el autor más vendido Javier Zamora mientras conversa con nosotros sobre su fascinante historia de supervivencia y perseverancia, tal como se cuenta en sus memorias.
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Sat, Nov 09, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Porter Room
A free screening of Dr. Michael Greger’s 2016 presentation, “How Not to Die: The Role of Diet in Preventing, Arresting, & Reversing Our Top 15... more
A free screening of Dr. Michael Greger’s 2016 presentation, “How Not to Die: The Role of Diet in Preventing, Arresting, & Reversing Our Top 15 Killers” based on his book. Followed by a trivia game!

Tue, Nov 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Makerspace
Do you have craft supplies you no longer use? Or are you looking to start a new hobby and looking for supplies? Bring your gently used or like-new craft... more
Do you have craft supplies you no longer use? Or are you looking to start a new hobby and looking for supplies? Bring your gently used or like-new craft supplies to the Makerspace to swap or donate.

Tue, Nov 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Craft Room
Meet other fluent Hindi speakers for informal conversation. Light refreshments will be provided.

Wed, Nov 13, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Storytime Room
Join us for rhymes, songs, and play! Ages 3 1/2 - 5 with a caregiver. Siblings are welcome.

Thu, Nov 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Online
Tune in for a special conversation with bestselling author Javier Zamora as he chats with us about his riveting tale of survival and perseverance as told in... more
Tune in for a special conversation with bestselling author Javier Zamora as he chats with us about his riveting tale of survival and perseverance as told in his award-winning memoir "Solito."
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Thu, Nov 14, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Craft Room
Work on your Reflections Art Competition piece during this creation session. Art supplies will be available. Grades K-12.

Thu, Nov 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Technology Training Lab
A gripping and inspiring historical novel based on the true story of Johanna Bonger, Vincent van Gogh's sister-in-law.

Wed, Nov 20, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Storytime Room
Join us for rhymes, songs, and play! Ages 3 1/2 - 5 with a caregiver. Siblings are welcome.

Wed, Nov 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online
Mona Susan Power chats about her newest novel, which explores Native Rights and Native American culture, in particular using an important symbol of comfort... more
Mona Susan Power chats about her newest novel, which explores Native Rights and Native American culture, in particular using an important symbol of comfort and companionship in Native life: dolls.
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Mon, Nov 25, 10:00am - 10:30am
Storytime Room
Develop pre-reading skills with music, movement and rhythm through stories, songs and rhymes. Ages 2-6 with a caregiver, siblings welcome.

Wed, Nov 27, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Storytime Room
Join us for rhymes, songs, and play! Ages 3 1/2 - 5 with a caregiver. Siblings are welcome.

Vintage poster of soldier drinking coffee

This week leading up to Veterans Day, stop by the Youth Services desk to pick up the materials to craft a thank-you card to be delivered to area independent living facilities. Then join us for our Veterans' Reception and Conversation Time honoring our veterans on November 8 from 2-4 p.m.

Gingerbread house

Show off your holiday decorating skills! Individuals or families are invited to decorate a gingerbread house to be displayed during the month of December. Drop off your gingerbread house at the Circulation Desk anytime during the week of November 24 up to Sunday, December 1.

New Teen Area Rendering

The library is undergoing a series of improvement projects including creating a dedicated Young Adult area in Youth Services, reorganization of Circulation, and opening of the second floor to the public. In addition, self-service coffee and other vending options will be available this winter.

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.

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

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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