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Adult Services

Upcoming Adult Programs
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Adult Stories
Mon, Sep 14, 11:00am - 11:45am
Porter Room
Adults with disabilities laugh, sing, listen to stories, and do a craft or a coloring page.
Earth "Kind" Meetup Group - Join 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.
Virtual Author Talk - Priya Parker - "The Art of Fighting"
Tue, Sep 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Join us for a paradigm-shifting event with world-renowned master facilitator Priya Parker to discuss her groundbreaking new book, "The Art of Fighting: The... more
Join us for a paradigm-shifting event with world-renowned master facilitator Priya Parker to discuss her groundbreaking new book, "The Art of Fighting: The Transformative Power of Conflict".
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Craft Club
Tue, Sep 15, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Makerspace
Join us for craft club! All crafts and skill levels welcome.
Let's Talk! Spanish Language Social Hour - ¡Hablemos! Hora social en español
Tue, Sep 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Westlake Room
Meet other fluent native and non-native Spanish speakers for informal conversation. Register to join.
Wednesday Afternoon Book Discussion - "The Art Spy" by Michelle Young
Wed, Sep 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Dover Room
A riveting and stylish saga set in Paris during World War II. An extraordinary tale of a female hero whose courage and tenacity in a time of violence and... more
A riveting and stylish saga set in Paris during World War II. An extraordinary tale of a female hero whose courage and tenacity in a time of violence and terror is an inspiration for us all.
WPPL Board of Trustees - Regular Meeting
Wed, Sep 16, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Thomas A. Fox Board Room
Library Board meetings fall under the "sunshine laws" of Ohio and are open to the public. Public guests are welcome at any regular Board meeting.
Medicare/Medigap Presentation - Weiss Financial Ratings Series Online
Thu, Sep 17, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
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Get the helpful guidance you need to navigate your Medicare supplement options with our "Medicare Supplement Insurance Buyers' Guide" from Weiss Financial... more
Get the helpful guidance you need to navigate your Medicare supplement options with our "Medicare Supplement Insurance Buyers' Guide" from Weiss Financial Ratings Series Online.
Tech Bytes: Android Help Session
Thu, Sep 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Technology Training Lab
Have quick questions about your Android device? Need help with basic features or apps? Join our Android Help Session for a casual drop-in opportunity to... more
Have quick questions about your Android device? Need help with basic features or apps? Join our Android Help Session for a casual drop-in opportunity to learn and share tips!
Foundations of Healthy Aging for Women
Thu, Sep 17, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Porter Room
Join Chrissy Frey, MS, PT in an interactive program and learn how movement, nutrition, stress management, and daily habits shape how women age.
A Look Back with Sarah - Behind the Rainbow: History of Wizard of Oz
Fri, Sep 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Porter Room
Take a trip down memory lane with Outreach Specialist, Sarah. Each month, enjoy a different presentation exploring topics from yesteryear.
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WPPL Blogs for Adults
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Join us at blogs.westlakelibrary.org for info about books, movies, crafts, and much more.

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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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Sign up for a WPPL card: A library card hits all the right notes

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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Check out our downloadable and streaming services and links to databases and websites that provide remote learning and entertainment accessible from home and away. New services are added to provide you with trustworthy information and accessible entertainment.

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The Wall Street Journal is available from WPPL on the Download & Stream page

Now available with your Westlake Porter Public Library card—The Wall Street Journal Online. Enjoy award-winning business journalism and unrivaled coverage of global markets, politics, world news, tech, arts and life, accessible anywhere.

Test Proctoring
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Exam iconThe Westlake Porter Public Library offers test proctoring free of charge during the hours the library is open. Computers are available for online-based tests and individual study rooms are available for paper tests.

Contact Adult Services with your name, contact information, and desired testing date and time. Scheduling is based upon staff availability. Please allow enough time for correspondence with your institution to receive testing materials and instructions.

SelectReads
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SelectReads linkSelectReads is a free online service delivering information on books to match your interests directly from the shelves at WPPL to your inbox. In addition to monthly updates on various genres and subjects, you can also find newsletters for the Horror Film Club, Investors' Interest Group and other library groups. Sign up today!

New Book Alerts
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New Book Alerts linkNew Book Alerts is a free online service that showcases the newest titles purchased by Westlake Porter Public Library. Sign up to receive email alerts of new books in a variety of categories.

eBook Alerts
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New Book Alerts linkeBook Alerts is a service that notifies you of amazing eBooks matching your interests and available with your Westlake Porter Public Library card. Sign up with your email address today!