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Wed, Oct 08, 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, Oct 08, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Makerspace
Teens ages 11-15 are welcome in the Makerspace to create a project with the Makerspace equipment!
Registration is now closed

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Wed, Oct 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
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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Wed, Oct 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us for an engaging read aloud with Maggie Eaton followed by a variety of fun activities that foster a love of reading and support literacy for the... more
Join us for an engaging read aloud with Maggie Eaton followed by a variety of fun activities that foster a love of reading and support literacy for the whole family. Grades K-3. 

Thu, Oct 09, 9:30am - 10:00am
Storytime Room
NEW! Due to room capacity limits, everyone attending storytime must pick up a ticket at the Youth Services Desk, available beginning at 9:15 a.m. the... more
NEW! Due to room capacity limits, everyone attending storytime must pick up a ticket at the Youth Services Desk, available beginning at 9:15 a.m. the morning of each session. Space is limited.

Thu, Oct 09, 10:15am - 10:45am
Storytime Room
NEW! Due to room capacity limits, everyone attending storytime must pick up a ticket at the Youth Services Desk, available beginning at 10:00 a.m. the... more
NEW! Due to room capacity limits, everyone attending storytime must pick up a ticket at the Youth Services Desk, available beginning at 10:00 a.m. the morning of each session. Space is limited..

Thu, Oct 09, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Storytime Room
Sometimes homework is just hard. It helps to practice with someone who has been through it too. Teen volunteers are standing by to offer drop-in homework... more
Sometimes homework is just hard. It helps to practice with someone who has been through it too. Teen volunteers are standing by to offer drop-in homework help for elementary students. Grades 1-4.

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Thu, Oct 09, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
New date Monday, October 06, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Listen to a book featuring kind and friendly monsters read aloud by one of our librarians, learn literary terms, then write a short story! Grades 1-4.

Fri, Oct 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
Dover Room
Join us for a hands-on program designed to teach families how to use music to improve their child's academic, motor, communication and social skills as well... more
Join us for a hands-on program designed to teach families how to use music to improve their child's academic, motor, communication and social skills as well as behavior.
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Sat, Oct 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Dover Room
Join us for a hands-on program designed to teach families how to use music to improve their child's academic, motor, communication and social skills as well... more
Join us for a hands-on program designed to teach families how to use music to improve their child's academic, motor, communication and social skills as well as behavior.
Register

Sat, Oct 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room
Join us for rhymes, songs and play! Ages 2-6 with a caregiver.

Sat, Oct 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Youth Services
Stop by Youth Services and create crafts highlighting a few of the celebrations that take place during the fall season around the world. Ages 5 and up.... more
Stop by Youth Services and create crafts highlighting a few of the celebrations that take place during the fall season around the world. Ages 5 and up. While supplies last

Sun, Oct 12, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Storytime Room
Adults and children in grades 3-5 learn basic sewing skills together then work collaboratively to create a single sewn project after listening to a short... more
Adults and children in grades 3-5 learn basic sewing skills together then work collaboratively to create a single sewn project after listening to a short story connecting these skills to literature.

Mon, Oct 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room
Stretch, breathe, and move through fun poses that build balance, focus, and joy in this yoga session for children up to age 5 with a caregiver. Please... more
Stretch, breathe, and move through fun poses that build balance, focus, and joy in this yoga session for children up to age 5 with a caregiver. Please bring a yoga mat or towel. Ages 0-5.
This event is full

Tue, Oct 14, 9:30am - 9:50am
Storytime Room
Enjoy an interactive storytime while learning a few words in sign language! Ages 0-3, siblings welcome.

Wed, Oct 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Storytime Room
Do you love LEGO® bricks? Then bring your ideas and imagination to Brick Builders! Bricks provided. No registration required. Ages 5-12.

Wed, Oct 15, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Craft Room,Dover Room,Porter Room
For members of the Friends of Porter Public Library only! Memberships are available at the door.

Wed, Oct 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Study Room YS-Group
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.

Wed, Oct 15, 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.

Wed, Oct 15, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Storytime Room
Come to a special interactive storytime where we will act out the story "Room on the Broom" by Julia Donaldson together using props and costumes. Grades... more
Come to a special interactive storytime where we will act out the story "Room on the Broom" by Julia Donaldson together using props and costumes. Grades 1-3, siblings welcome.

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2025 Annual Book Sale

You'll find fiction, nonfiction, children’s books, DVDs, CDs, audiobooks, and more at the Friends' Annual Book Sale: October 16-19, 2025! Bid in the silent auction by October 19 to take home any of the special books displayed in the lobby.

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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.

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Westlake Porter Public Library Genre Challenge Beanstack

Join the Genre Challenge for kids in K-12th and challenge yourself to read beyond what you can imagine! Stretch your reading skills and explore new genres, or specific types of books. Sign up on Beanstack to begin strengthening your reading comprehension and sparking your imagination!

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Find Outfoxed! and other Board Games at WPPL

Check out board and card games from our Non-Traditional Materials Collection to play at home. With a variety of types and range of age groups, there's something sure to delight. Visit our catalog to see what is available or stop in today!

Downloads & Streaming for Kids
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TumbleBook Library
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TumbleBooks are animated, talking picture books which teach kids the joy of reading in a format they'll love. Have fun with reading in a whole new way!

There is more information, including a User's Guide and FAQ on TumbleBook Library's site.

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