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Featured Programs & Events
Sun, Oct 01, All day
All Eclipse Glass have been claimed. A waiting list is being taken in the event more Eclipse Glasses become available. See full description for details,... more
All Eclipse Glass have been claimed. A waiting list is being taken in the event more Eclipse Glasses become available. See full description for details, limits and important additional information.
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Sun, Oct 01, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Makerspace
Celebrate the 85th anniversary of the creation of Superman by making a tote bag fit for a superhero. All attendees must register separately. Register

Sun, Oct 01, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Storytime Room
Learn about the art of shadow puppetry, watch a performance, and make your own shadow puppets to take home. For students in grades 2-5.

Mon, Oct 02, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Dover Room
AI, or artificial intelligence, has gotten a lot of attention recently, but what is it? Herb Schilling from NASA Glenn's Scientific Computing and... more
AI, or artificial intelligence, has gotten a lot of attention recently, but what is it? Herb Schilling from NASA Glenn's Scientific Computing and Visualization Team will present.
This event is full

Tue, Oct 03, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Porter Room
Between October 1944 and February 1945 over 100,000 men fought for the Hurtgen Forest, located on the border of Belgium and Germany. Chris Howard describes... more
Between October 1944 and February 1945 over 100,000 men fought for the Hurtgen Forest, located on the border of Belgium and Germany. Chris Howard describes who and why this area was fought over.

Sat, Oct 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Storytime Room
Develop gross & fine motor skills, creative expression & thinking, social interaction, problem solving, cooperative play, rhythm & rhyming skills by... more
Develop gross & fine motor skills, creative expression & thinking, social interaction, problem solving, cooperative play, rhythm & rhyming skills by exploring sound through percussive instruments.

Sat, Oct 07, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Porter Room
Watch a narrated performance of "The Story of Ferdinand" set to melodies from "Carmen" then participate in an instrument petting zoo, learning how to touch,... more
Watch a narrated performance of "The Story of Ferdinand" set to melodies from "Carmen" then participate in an instrument petting zoo, learning how to touch, feel and hold a real stringed instrument.

Mon, Oct 09, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Dover Room
Join us for an educational event and learn about your options surrounding Medicare. Presented by licensed insurance brokers Dr. Tyline Hood and Shalonda Cave.

Mon, Oct 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Technology Training Lab
Learn about the key areas of LGBTQ+ financial and estate planning.

Tue, Oct 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dover Room
Learn the basic information everyone needs to know about memory loss issues surrounding Alzheimer's and Dementia. Presented by the Alzheimer's Association.

Tue, Oct 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Online
Join guidebook author and TV host Rick Steves as he shares the latest in smart European travel.Register

Wed, Oct 11, 4:30pm - 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 4:00 p.m. Recommended for Grades K-4.

Wed, Oct 11, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Dover Room
ADHD in adults looks very different from ADHD in children. Learn the symptoms, treatment options, and how to explain a diagnosis to family and coworkers.

Sat, Oct 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Technology Training Lab
On August 21, 2017, a total solar eclipse stretched across the U.S. and beyond. Remember the moment with virtual reality through Google Cardboard! Bring a... more
On August 21, 2017, a total solar eclipse stretched across the U.S. and beyond. Remember the moment with virtual reality through Google Cardboard! Bring a smartphone.

Sat, Oct 14, 11:30am - 2:30pm
Friends Pavilion
Observe the inspiring phenomenon of a partial solar eclipse in a fun and interactive environment. Registration only required for Eclipse Glasses. Drop-ins... more
Observe the inspiring phenomenon of a partial solar eclipse in a fun and interactive environment. Registration only required for Eclipse Glasses. Drop-ins allowed otherwise. All ages.

Wed, Oct 18, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Storytime Room
Children ages 4 and 5 are invited to rotate through skill stations in preparation for making the leap into Kindergarten.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 11 2023 at 9:00am

Sat, Oct 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Storytime Room
Develop gross & fine motor skills, creative expression & thinking, social interaction, problem solving, cooperative play, rhythm & rhyming skills by... more
Develop gross & fine motor skills, creative expression & thinking, social interaction, problem solving, cooperative play, rhythm & rhyming skills by exploring sound through percussive instruments.
Registration opens Saturday, October 14 2023 at 9:00am

Friends' Book Sale in 2016

Mark your calendars! You'll find fiction, nonfiction, children’s books, DVDs, CDs, audiobooks, and more at the Friends' Annual Book Sale: October 19-22, 2023! Bid in the silent auction by October 22 to take home any of the special books displayed in the lobby.

Cuyahoga Reads logo over adult and child reading together

All of the library systems in Cuyahoga County are teaming up to fight learning loss! Cuyahoga Reads is a program designed to help families make reading a priority through fun programs and reading challenges, like the Westlake Reads Challenge that's now available on Beanstack.

stack of books on greenery

It's easier than ever to fit the library into your busy fall schedule with our Story Stack service. Fill out the online form and Youth Services librarians will select a stack of materials curated for your family. Once you are notified, you can pick up your items at the drive-up window.

Civic Corner at WPPL

WPPL's Civic Corner currently features information relating to the November 7, 2023 general election. Voter Registration and Vote-by-Mail (Absentee) applications and Early In-Person voting details can also be found at the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections website.

kids at storytime

Kids & Parents

kids at storytime

Kids & Parents

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Teens

teens playing board game

Teens

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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

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Community Information

View community information Welcome to Westlake sign

Community Information

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Blogs & Newsletters

blogs on a laptop

Blogs & Newsletters