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Featured Programs & Events
Thu, May 01, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Storytime Room
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. Ages 2-6, siblings welcome.

Sat, May 03, All day
Entrance Lobby
Join us to celebrate Free Comic Book Day! We will be giving out free comic books at the lobby all day while supplies last.

Sat, May 03, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Technology Training Lab
Want to learn how to make your own comic? Drop-in any time between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. to learn with our staff from Youth Services. No registration required.

Sat, May 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Stop by Youth Services to complete a featured craft. No registration. While supplies last. PreK-Grade 2

Mon, May 05, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Calling all artists ages 0-109! Create a piece of art to display in the library's ArtWalk or in the Youth Services Department this summer.

Tue, May 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Zoom Programming 2
Love Roblox? Then WPPL has a Club for you! We have some private servers set up for Tweens in grades 4th-6th to hang out with their friends and enjoy some of... more
Love Roblox? Then WPPL has a Club for you! We have some private servers set up for Tweens in grades 4th-6th to hang out with their friends and enjoy some of the most popular games via Zoom.

Tue, May 06, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Porter Room
Steve Pettyjohn and Ted Prasse will discuss the campaigns and the role of Gen. Douglas MacArthur in the loss of the Philippines and its subsequent retaking.

Wed, May 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Online
Join us online. Streamed live.Register

Wed, May 07, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Craft Room,Teen Lounge
Who says you can't play with your food? On Wednesdays after school, drop by the Teen Lounge for a snack-related activity. Enjoy the process then eat the... more
Who says you can't play with your food? On Wednesdays after school, drop by the Teen Lounge for a snack-related activity. Enjoy the process then eat the results. Grades 5-12.

Sat, May 10, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Porter Room
Do you need accurate, unbiased information about Medicare? Attend a program by OSHIIP, the Ohio Senior Health Insurance Information Program, to learn the... more
Do you need accurate, unbiased information about Medicare? Attend a program by OSHIIP, the Ohio Senior Health Insurance Information Program, to learn the "ins and outs" of Medicare.

Mon, May 12, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Calling all artists ages 0-109! Create a piece of art to display in the library's ArtWalk or in the Youth Services Department this summer.

Mon, May 12, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Porter Room
Experience the Appomattox Campaign through the eyes of history as Dr. Curt Fields, as Ulysses S. Grant, delivers an interactive presentation blending vivid... more
Experience the Appomattox Campaign through the eyes of history as Dr. Curt Fields, as Ulysses S. Grant, delivers an interactive presentation blending vivid storytelling and historical insight.

Mon, May 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Thomas A. Fox Board Room
An interactive discussion regarding Financial Aid and College Savings. Bring your questions!

Wed, May 14, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Craft Room,Teen Lounge
Who says you can't play with your food? On Wednesdays after school, drop by the Teen Lounge for a snack-related activity. Enjoy the process then eat the... more
Who says you can't play with your food? On Wednesdays after school, drop by the Teen Lounge for a snack-related activity. Enjoy the process then eat the results. Grades 5-12.

Mon, May 19, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Calling all artists ages 0-109! Create a piece of art to display in the library's ArtWalk or in the Youth Services Department this summer.

Wed, May 21, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Craft Room,Teen Lounge
Who says you can't play with your food? On Wednesdays after school, drop by the Teen Lounge for a snack-related activity. Enjoy the process then eat the... more
Who says you can't play with your food? On Wednesdays after school, drop by the Teen Lounge for a snack-related activity. Enjoy the process then eat the results. Grades 5-12.

Free Comic Book Day

Free Comic Book Day is Saturday, May 3! Celebrate with free comic books while supplies last and Make Your Own Comic with library staff. Get ready with lead-off events and take selfies with the "The Guys" at the library.

Financial Literacy Month

April is Financial Literacy Month, so it's the perfect time to review and update your financial literacy. Attend a program at the library, check out material — such as books, eBooks, audiobooks and more — about financial topics, or view a video tutorial from Weiss Financial Ratings.

New Authors Every Month Virtual Author Talks Live and On Demand

Attend LIVE talks from best-selling authors and thought leaders in the comfort of your own home with Virtual Author Talks from the Library Speakers Consortium and Westlake Porter Public Library. New authors are added every month and past talks are archived for access at your convenience.

Civic Corner at WPPL

WPPL's Civic Corner currently features information relating to the May 6, 2025, primary election. Voter registration, Vote-by-Mail 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

teens playing board game

Teens

teens playing board game

Teens

adults in library

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

Girl looking at a computer

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

View community information Welcome to Westlake sign

Community Information

View community information Welcome to Westlake sign

Community Information

blogs on a laptop

Blogs & Newsletters

blogs on a laptop

Blogs & Newsletters