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Registration opens:
February 02nd, 2026 at 9:00am

STEAM Ahead

Winter Animals
2026-02-09 10:00:00 2026-02-09 10:45:00 America/New_York STEAM Ahead Explore some animals that hibernate, migrate or adapt to the cold winter weather. Discover different animal tracks and then make some of your own. Ages 4-6, up to Kindergarten. Westlake Porter Public Library - Storytime Room

Monday, February 09
10:00am - 10:45am

Add to Calendar 2026-02-09 10:00:00 2026-02-09 10:45:00 America/New_York STEAM Ahead Explore some animals that hibernate, migrate or adapt to the cold winter weather. Discover different animal tracks and then make some of your own. Ages 4-6, up to Kindergarten. Westlake Porter Public Library - Storytime Room

Explore some animals that hibernate, migrate or adapt to the cold winter weather. Discover different animal tracks and then make some of your own. Ages 4-6, up to Kindergarten.

Make scientific discoveries through hands-on experiments, active participation and a simple take-home project.

Need help? Contact Youth Services at 440-250-5471.

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Westlake Porter Public Library is an independent public library serving the residents of the city of Westlake, western Cuyahoga County and eastern Lorain County. The library is located at 27333 Center Ridge Road in Westlake, Ohio. Anyone who lives, works, owns property, or goes to school in Ohio can register for a free library card.

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