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"100 Books" Read-a-thon!

The Youth Department will release their newly-updated 100 Books Every Child Should Hear Before Starting School during a Read-a-thon on Saturday, March 8th. Staff and community members will try to read all 100 books on the list between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. that day. All children who attend and listen to at least 1 story will receive a free cookie courtesy of Heartland Marketplace. Crafts will also be available. Parents and caregivers of young kids who would like to read can sign up at the Youth Services Desk or call 734-326-6123.

Information and initial lists for our 1000 Books initiative will also be available starting Saturday, 3/8. Come hear more about this great program aimed at increasing early literacy among our kids.

Mar 1, 2014

Andy

Free ESL Classes

If English isn't your first language and you'd like to practice, attend our in-person ESL (English as a Second Language) classes. Get help practicing your English skills in a classroom setting with a conversation emphasis. Classes are taught by Diane and Richard Goers.

If you missed registration day, don't worry! Come to class on Friday and get signed up. The ESL classes will be held on Fridays from February 28 through April 25 at 9:30 am — 11:15 am. Please note: there will be NO childcare offered this semester.

Feb 19, 2014

Tara

Health Care Sign-Up Assistance

The health insurance deadline is March 31st. In the month of March, meet with an ACA Navigator from Community Bridges for help filling out your Health Insurance Marketplace application (Navigate Healh Reform Michigan). Sign up for a 1 hour appointment in March on one of the following days:

Tuesdays, 2-4 pm

Thursdays, 5-8 pm (excluding March 13th)

Sundays, 12-3 pm

Please come prepared with materials from the Marketplace Application Checklist and bring your spouse/family if you're hoping to decide on a plan.

See the Reference Desk to reserve a slot or call (734) 326-6123.

Feb 17, 2014

Liz

Snapshot Day!

Images from the our Snapshot Day (January 15th) are up in our library Display Case (by the Circulation Desk) as well as on our Flickr page. Take a look to see all the people, services and programs that come together in many wonderful ways on a typical day here at the Westland Public Library. Thank you to everyone who participated and shared your stories with us.

Feb 14, 2014

Andy

Donations

Due to the high volume of book donations, the library has adjusted its Drop-off Donation policy. We appreciate your generosity and hope you will continue to donate items to help support the efforts of our library. Thank you. View our policy here: http://westlandlibrary.org/support/gifts

Feb 13, 2014

Marilyn

Make a Difference! Teach Someone to Read.

Becoming a tutor for the library's Adult Literacy Program is a fantastic volunteer opportunity that will make a great difference in someone’s life. To become a tutor, you must attend 15 hours of training that will take place at the library on March 1st, 8th, and 15th, and commit to meeting with a learner 2 hours a week for 1 year. No formal training in education is required. If you are interested, please give us a call or stop by the Reference desk and ask for Liz or Tara.

Feb 3, 2014

Tara

Bichini Bia Congo drummers slapping out a beat

Bichini Bia Congo Drum & Dance group - rescheduled

The Bichini Bia Congo Drum and Dance program, which was cancelled due to the weather, has been rescheduled for Saturday, March 22nd. Please visit the library's Events page for more information.

Jan 31, 2014

Andy

January 15th: Snapshot Day!

Snapshot Day is part of our ongoing Geek the Library campaign. In order to illustrate the story of "A day in the life of the library," we'll be taking photos of all the activities going on in the library today as well as gathering stories about what brings people to the library.

Jan 15, 2014

Katie

Getting Healthy series

Make good on that New Years resolution with us as we present a number of programs aimed at helping you get healthier. Our Getting Healthy series consists of cooking, exercise, inspiration, and stress management programs throughout January. Check our Events page for more information (there are even Get Up and Move programs for kids).

Jan 7, 2014

Andy

Cooking Matters for Families CANCELLED Tonight

Due to the extreme weather, Cooking Matters for Families has been canceled for tonight, Jan. 7. The first class is postponed until next Tuesday, Jan. 14 and the class series will continue through Feb. 18.

Jan 7, 2014

Tara