Westlake Porter Public Library
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Friday June 20 10:00am - 10:30am EDT
My First Summer
Celebrate your baby's first summer with a simple wind chime craft. For babies 0-18 months with a caregiver. Registration begins June 13.
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Friday June 20 3:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Video Game Tournament: Super Smash Bros
Battle against your friends in this fast-paced competition!Grades 9-12.
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Saturday June 21 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Outdoor Family Storytime
Join us for rhymes, songs, and play outside in our pavilion! In the case of inclement weather, we will be in the Storytime Room.Ages 2-6, with a caregiver.
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Saturday June 21 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Pokémon Fun!
This will be a time to view and trade cards, do a craft, battle your librarian, or play a Pokémon Bingo game. Feel free to bring your cards! Ages 6-11
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Sunday June 22 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Teen Advisory Board
Calling all teen volunteers! Come share your ideas for upcoming Teen programs. Grades 8-12.
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Monday June 23 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
States of Matter: Ice Cream Science
Can we turn hot chocolate into ice cream? Explore the properties of solids, liquids and gases in this tasty experience. Grades 1-2.
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Monday June 23 3:00pm - 3:45pm EDT
The Computer Quest
Gain necessary computer skills through instruction and play. Test out with a staff member to earn a free prize from the Makerspace.Grades 3-6.
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Monday June 23 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Social Security Planning
When Should You Begin Receiving Your Social Security Benefits?
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Tuesday June 24 9:30am - 10:00am EDT
Lapsit Storytime
Join us for rhymes, songs and play!For children ages birth - 24 months with a caregiver.
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Tuesday June 24 10:15am - 10:45am EDT
Toddler Storytime
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.
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Tuesday June 24 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Jumping Jitterbugs
Students will explore how circuits and electricity work together while designing and creating their own Jumping Jitterbug bot to take home. Grades 3-5.
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Tuesday June 24 4:00pm - 4:30pm EDT
Virtual Author Talk
Join us online. Streamed live. Part of the K-12 Summer Series. Grades 3-5, all ages welcome.
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Tuesday June 24 6:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
How to Read Food Labels & Eat Healthy
Join Dr. Carolyn Smilor as she teaches you what ingredients to look for and to avoid when reading food labels. You will also learn the tricks to eating healthy.
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Wednesday June 25 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Adult Stories and Crafts
Adults with disabilities are invited to laugh, sing, and listen to stories, along with a craft or a coloring page.
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Wednesday June 25 1:00pm - 1:30pm EDT
Preschool Storytime
Join us for rhymes, songs, and play!Ages 3 1/2 - 5 with a caregiver. Siblings are welcome.
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Wednesday June 25 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Bow Wow Books
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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Wednesday June 25 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Adult Creative Writing Group - Pride edition
Join us in person for an hour of creative writing prompts to inspire you to start and keep writing. Creativity is more than putting pen to paper. It's about breaking away and trying something new!
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Thursday June 26 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT
Hear Me Roar: Storytime with Strength
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.
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Thursday June 26 3:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Reading Buddies
Partner with one of our teen reading buddies to practice your reading skills and share your favorite stories. Grades 1-3.
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Friday June 27 11:00am - 1:00pm EDT
Musical Instrument Petting Zoo
An inclusive hands-on event featuring guitars, ukuleles, keyboards & dozens of percussion instruments! Oh my! It's like a petting zoo but for instruments. For all abilities & ages.
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Friday June 27 11:00am - 1:00pm EDT
Overlock Overview
Grasp the concept of overlocking and learn how to use our Makerspace's new serger by sewing together a simple zipper pouch.
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Friday June 27 1:30pm - 3:00pm EDT
Make Art @ WPPL!
Stop by the library to create a piece of art using paints, markers, crayons and other art supplies. While supplies last. Grades 1-5.
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Friday June 27 4:00pm - 4:45pm EDT
Fun Science Friday
Let's explore the science of tropical rainforests. We will learn why nature's greenhouses are so valuable and what we can do to protect them. Ages 4-6, up to Kindergarten.
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Saturday June 28 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Adapted Storytime
Join us for this storytime designed for children who may not be successful in a typical storytime experience.Content is geared toward ages 3 to 7 years.
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Saturday June 28 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Summer Independence Days: Community Cultural Crafts
Stop by Youth Services and create crafts highlighting culture's of some countries that celebrate their freedom over the summer including the United States, Canada, Brazil, and France.Ages 5 and up.
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Saturday June 28 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Illustration Creation - Bea Jackson
Learn about a featured illustrator and then create a project inspired by their art. Grades 1 - 3.
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Sunday June 29 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Art Smarts - Rosa Bonheur
Explore the works of a well-known artist and then use what you've seen to create an art piece of your own!Grades 4-6.
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Sunday June 29 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
All Abilities Playdate
An open playtime for children of all abilities ages 2-7 with a caring adult. Siblings welcome! No registration required.
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Monday June 30 9:00am - 9:00pm EDT
Jolly July Craft Kit Pick Up
Celebrate July with some fun crafts. Space is limited. Registration required. Crafts recommended for ages 3-7.
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Monday June 30 10:00am - 10:30am EDT
Music Monday
Develop pre-reading skills with music, movement and rhythm through stories, songs and rhymes. Ages 2-6 with a caregiver, siblings welcome.
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Monday June 30 3:00pm - 3:45pm EDT
The Computer Quest
Gain necessary computer skills through instruction and play. Test out with a staff member to earn a free prize from the Makerspace.Grades 3-6.
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Monday June 30 6:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Jewelry Junction: Summer Party Necklace & Earrings
Create a beautiful summer party necklace and earrings using shells and pearls with silver or gold findings.