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Wed, Nov 05, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Youth Services
Honor our veterans by making thank-you cards to be delivered to an independent living or skilled nursing facility. Materials available at the Youth Services... more
Honor our veterans by making thank-you cards to be delivered to an independent living or skilled nursing facility. Materials available at the Youth Services desk. All ages are welcome to participate.

Wed, Nov 05, 10:30am - 11:15am
Storytime Room
Join us for this storytime designed for children who may not be successful in a typical storytime experience. Wednesday and Thursday programs are... more
Join us for this storytime designed for children who may not be successful in a typical storytime experience. Wednesday and Thursday programs are identical. Ages 3 to 7 years.
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Wed, Nov 05, 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, Nov 05, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Craft Room
One Wednesday each month, take a moment to make something. For the crafty teens out there, this program is for you. Grades 5-12

Wed, Nov 05, 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.

Thu, Nov 06, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Youth Services
Honor our veterans by making thank-you cards to be delivered to an independent living or skilled nursing facility. Materials available at the Youth Services... more
Honor our veterans by making thank-you cards to be delivered to an independent living or skilled nursing facility. Materials available at the Youth Services desk. All ages are welcome to participate.

Thu, Nov 06, 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, Nov 06, 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, Nov 06, 1:30pm - 2:15pm
Storytime Room
Join us for this storytime designed for children who may not be successful in a typical storytime experience. Wednesday and Thursday programs are... more
Join us for this storytime designed for children who may not be successful in a typical storytime experience. Wednesday and Thursday programs are identical. Ages 3 to 7 years.

Thu, Nov 06, 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, Nov 06, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
New date Saturday, November 22, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Listen to a book featuring objects once lost then found read aloud by one of our librarians, learn literary terms, then write a short story! Grades 1-4.

Fri, Nov 07, 9:00am - 6:00pm
Youth Services
Honor our veterans by making thank-you cards to be delivered to an independent living or skilled nursing facility. Materials available at the Youth Services... more
Honor our veterans by making thank-you cards to be delivered to an independent living or skilled nursing facility. Materials available at the Youth Services desk. All ages are welcome to participate.

Sat, Nov 08, 9:00am - 6:00pm
Youth Services
Honor our veterans by making thank-you cards to be delivered to an independent living or skilled nursing facility. Materials available at the Youth Services... more
Honor our veterans by making thank-you cards to be delivered to an independent living or skilled nursing facility. Materials available at the Youth Services desk. All ages are welcome to participate.

Sat, Nov 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room
Join us for rhymes, songs and play! Ages 2-6 with a caregiver.

Sat, Nov 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Storytime Room
Learn how to finger knit while making a simple knitted rope after listening to a short story connecting this skill to literature and/or a greater... more
Learn how to finger knit while making a simple knitted rope after listening to a short story connecting this skill to literature and/or a greater understanding of our world. Grades 3-5.

Mon, Nov 10, 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.
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Tue, Nov 11, 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. .

Tue, Nov 11, 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..

Tue, Nov 11, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Craft Room
Create and print your own design with the linocut (linoleum block) technique! This program is for an adult with and accompanying teen or tween (grades 6-12).
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Wed, Nov 12, 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, Nov 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Craft Room,Teen Lounge
Who says you can't play with your food? Select Wednesdays each month, drop by the Teen Lounge after school for a snack-related activity. Enjoy the process... more
Who says you can't play with your food? Select Wednesdays each month, drop by the Teen Lounge after school for a snack-related activity. Enjoy the process then eat the results. Grades 5-12.

Wed, Nov 12, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Makerspace
Teens ages 11-15 are welcome in the Makerspace to create a project with the Makerspace equipment!

Wed, Nov 12, 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, Nov 12, 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, Nov 12, 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, Nov 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Storytime Room
Join us for an engaging read-aloud by Maggie Eaton followed by a variety of fun activities that foster a love of reading and support literacy for the whole... more
Join us for an engaging read-aloud by 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.

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Enjoy reading 1000 Books Before Kindergarten with your little ones! Reading together before your child starts school builds a solid foundation for learning. Track your books on Beanstack and earn digital badges all along the way.

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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!

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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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