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Declaration of Independence Reading Ceremony
Wed, Jul 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Friends Pavilion
Celebrate America250 with a reading of the Declaration of Independence at the Friends Pavilion with the City of Westlake and Westlake250 partners.
Earth "Kind" Meetup Group - Join with other plant forward individuals for discussion
Mon, Jul 13, 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.
Rescheduled
Let's Talk! Spanish Language Social Hour - ¡Hablemos! Hora social en español
Tue, Jul 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
New date Tuesday, July 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meet other fluent Spanish speakers for informal conversation. Register to join.
Grand Opening Celebration: Space Exploration Lab - Featuring the Frohring Deep Space Observatory
Tue, Jul 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
You're invited to the grand opening of the new Space Exploration Lab where you can explore and photograph the universe, right from Westlake Porter Public... more
You're invited to the grand opening of the new Space Exploration Lab where you can explore and photograph the universe, right from Westlake Porter Public Library. All ages.
Summer Nights, Cosmic Sights: Exploring the Summer Sky - An Evening with the Great Lakes Astrophotography Society
Tue, Jul 14, 9:00pm - 11:00pm
Friends Pavilion
Experience the wonders of the cosmos as we put state-of-the-art telescopes into your hands, allowing you to explore celestial objects.
Wednesday Afternoon Book Discussion - "The Art of Racing in the Rain" by Garth Stein
Wed, Jul 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Dover Room
A heart-wrenching but deeply funny and ultimately uplifting story of family, love, loyalty, and hope--a captivating look at the wonders and absurdities of... more
A heart-wrenching but deeply funny and ultimately uplifting story of family, love, loyalty, and hope--a captivating look at the wonders and absurdities of human life . . . as only a dog could tell it.
Discovering Your Colonial Ancestors
Wed, Jul 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Porter Room
Join librarians Chad Statler and Anne Shields as they describe how to research your colonial ancestors. Anne recently became a member of the Mayflower... more
Join librarians Chad Statler and Anne Shields as they describe how to research your colonial ancestors. Anne recently became a member of the Mayflower Society, and she will describe the process.
Hot Wheels® Build and Play
Thu, Jul 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Storytime Room
Start your engines! Drop in to play, build, and race on our Hot Wheels® Tracks! Cars and tracks provided. Recommended for ages 3-7.
Cancelled
Hear Me Roar: Storytime with Strength - In partnership with the Star Center Foundation
Thu, Jul 16, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
This cross-generational program connects patients with Parkinson's with our community by sharing stories, songs and movement in this interactive storytime.... more
This cross-generational program connects patients with Parkinson's with our community by sharing stories, songs and movement in this interactive storytime. PreK-Grade 2, siblings welcome.
Hot Wheels® Build and Play
Fri, Jul 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Storytime Room
Start your engines! Drop in to play, build, and race on our Hot Wheels® Tracks! Cars and tracks provided. Recommended for ages 3-7.
Hot Wheels® Build and Play
Sat, Jul 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Storytime Room
Start your engines! Drop in to play, build, and race on our Hot Wheels® Tracks! Cars and tracks provided. Recommended for ages 3-7.
Cleveland Collage
Mon, Jul 20, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Craft Room
Cleveland's 230th Birthday is on July 22nd, 2026. Join us to make a collage poster to display your love for The Land. All supplies, including magazines will... more
Cleveland's 230th Birthday is on July 22nd, 2026. Join us to make a collage poster to display your love for The Land. All supplies, including magazines will be provided. Just bring your creativity!
Registration opens Monday, July 13 2026 at 9:00am
Let's Talk! Spanish Language Social Hour - ¡Hablemos! Hora social en español
Tue, Jul 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Westlake Room
Meet other fluent Spanish speakers for informal conversation. Register to join.
3D Photography: Capturing the Depth Around Us - Making and viewing photographs with three dimensions
Wed, Jul 22, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Porter Room
Learn about the many ways to take, display, and view 3D photographs from the members of the Ohio Stereo Photographic Society. Registration required.
Jumping Jitterbugs - Presented by the Great Lakes Science Center
Fri, Jul 24, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Porter Room
Students will explore how circuits and electricity work together while designing and creating their own Jumping Jitterbug “bot” to take home. Grades 3-5.
Our Founding Documents
Tue, Jul 28, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Porter Room
Over two different sessions (July 6 and July 28) Katie Salis and Chad Statler will discuss the founding documents of our Republic. You can sign up for one... more
Over two different sessions (July 6 and July 28) Katie Salis and Chad Statler will discuss the founding documents of our Republic. You can sign up for one or both sessions.
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Go to the Westlake Porter Public Library Summer Library Challenge page

Read or listen to books and complete activities from June 1 to August 1 for a chance to earn prizes in the 2026 Summer Library Challenge! All ages can sign up and log progress online with Beanstack or in person at the library. 

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Space Exploration Lab at Westlake Library

Join WPPL and the Great Lakes Astrophotography Society for the grand opening of the Space Exploration Lab on Tuesday, July 14, from 7 to 8 p.m. The new area will provide engaging, hands-on experiences for space enthusiasts of all ages.

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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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NEW! Educate Station provides quality educational content for homeschooling families and teachers, including a full curriculum presented as printable packets that simulate a full school year for kids in Pre-K through Fifth Grade.