Westwood Free Public Library

Library Events

Join us for upcoming events, classes and programs at Westwood Free Public Library! All events are free and open to the public. Registration required where noted. The library reserves the right to cancel any program due to inclement weather or other unforeseen events.

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Scratch Coding Workshop: (Gr 3-5) on Google Meet
4:00 pm - 4:45 pm
Scratch Coding Workshop: (Gr 3-5) on Google Meet
Wednesday, Feb. 2, 4:00 pm - 4:45 pmScratch Coding Works
Google Meet
Students will create their own interactive stories, games and animations.  Download the free scratch app from mit.edu prior to the class onto your desktop or laptop.   This is a one-time program (45 mins)

Understanding the Graduated Driver’s License Workshop: (Gr. 9-12) on Google Meet
6:30 pm - 7:15 pm
Understanding the Graduated Driver’s License Workshop: (Gr. 9-12) on Google Meet
Wednesday, Feb. 2, 6:30 pm - 7:15 pmUnderstanding the Gr
This workshop will explain New Jersey's Graduated Driver's License (GDL) attainment. Great for parents/care-givers and students to understand these laws and effective tools to reducing teen crashes and injuries. (45 mins)
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Coffee & Conversation ONLINE
10:00am
 Coffee & Conversation ONLINE
Friday, Feb. 4, 10:00am
Join us for another round of coffee and conversation with Westwood for All Ages. Each week, we'll listen to a fun, interesting, short podcast and then have a fun, interesting chat about it.  This is the fourth round of this series so it must be good. Check it out.Register for the link!
Debate Club (Gr 6-8) on Google Meet
4:00 pm - 4:45 pm
Debate Club (Gr 6-8) on Google Meet
Fri. 2/4, 2/11, 2/18 & 2/25 @ 4:00 pm - 4:45 pmDebate Club (Gr 6-8)
Students gain valuable experience in public speaking, forming and defending arguments and logic The club meets weekly to read sources, compare research, play games that enhance critical thinking and prepare arguments. (45 mins)
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LVPV Staff
1pm
 LVPV Staff
Monday, Feb. 7, 1pm
Back room
Intro to Chess (Gr 6-12) on ZOOM
4:00 - 4:45 pm
Intro to Chess (Gr 6-12) on ZOOM
Mon. 2/7, 2/14, No class on 2/21, 2/28 & 3/7 @ 4:00 pmIntro to Chess (Gr 6
ZOOM
Learn the basics of this age old game. Chess can improve logic, critical thinking and memory.  To receive the full benefit of the lessons, it is best to register for all 4 sessions (45 mins) 

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No Bake Dessert with Shoprite (Gr 6-12) on WebEx
4:00 pm - 4:45 pm
No Bake Dessert with Shoprite (Gr 6-12) on WebEx
Wednesday, Feb. 9, 4:00 pm - 4:45 pmNo Bake Dessert with
WebEx
There is nothing but YUM when you make this easy and nutrition conscious, mouth watering treat! Supply your own ingredients.  See list here No Bake Valentine's Dessert

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Black History Month: Bingo (Gr 3-5) on Google Meet CANCELLED
4:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Black History Month: Bingo (Gr 3-5) on Google Meet CANCELLED
Thursday, Feb. 10, 4:00 pm - 4:30 pmBlack History Month:
Google Meet
Play this popular game with a twist.  You'll win BINGO by recognizing well known African Americans. We will contact you when the BINGO cards are ready for pick up. (30 mins)
Reading for Equity: 1619 Project by Nikole Hannah-Jones
7-8:30pm
Reading for Equity: 1619 Project by Nikole Hannah-Jones
Thursday, Feb. 10, 7-8:30pm
The next book for discussion will be the 1619 Project by Nikole Hannah-Jones.  Adults are welcome to join the book talk presented by Professor Richard Bell, professor of history at the University of Marylan and author.REGISTERHave you heard of the The 1619 Project? Published in 2019,&...read more
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Book Talk: "The Unteachables" with JLC volunteer Koushik (Gr 4-5) on Google Meet
4:00 pm - 4:45 pm
Book Talk: "The Unteachables" with JLC volunteer Koushik (Gr 4-5) on Google Meet
Friday, Feb. 11, 4:00 pm - 4:45 pmBook Talk: The Untea
Google Meet
Join a discussion led by Junior Library Council volunteer, Koushik as he presents fun talking points and activities on Gordon Korman's book, "The Unteachables."  Prior knowledge of the book is needed to participate.  Books can be ordered via BCCLS catalog (45 mins)
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Origami Hearts (Gr K-3) on Google Meet
4:00 pm - 4:45 pm
Origami Hearts (Gr K-3) on Google Meet
Monday, Feb. 14, 4:00 pm - 4:45 pmOrigami Hearts (Gr K
Google Meet
You'll learn to make a unique origami heart and also how to say "I Love You" in four different languages. Marterials will be provided. (45 mins)

ROM COM VALENTINE Movie Trivia Night
7pm
ROM COM VALENTINE Movie Trivia Night
Monday, Feb. 14, 7pm
Join us for a trivia fun night for a chance to win a special Valentine's Day Treat.  Guess quotes, actors, years and more of some of our favorite rom-coms.  Register for the zoom!
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Black History Month: Picture Book Read Aloud & Activity (Gr. K-2) on Google Meet CANCELLED
4:00 pm - 4:45 pm
Black History Month: Picture Book Read Aloud & Activity (Gr. K-2) on Google Meet CANCELLED
Thursday, Feb. 17, 4:00 pm - 4:45 pmBlack History Month:
Google Meet
Let's learn about three important African American people and complete an activity. You will get an email when the worksheets are ready for pick up. (45 mins) 
Online Book Group: Hamnet by Maggie O’Farrell
7:30pm
Online Book Group: Hamnet by Maggie O’Farrell
Thursday, Feb. 17, 7:30pm
ONLINE ZOOM
The Online Book Group takes place on zoom and all adults are welcome to join.  Copies of the book are available at the Library a month prior to each discussion.  Please note that some titles are also available as downloadable ebooks and eaudio books.  Please register for each month yo...read more
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Closed for President’s Day
Closed for President’s Day
Monday, Feb. 21,
Women’s History Month Game: "Who Am I?" (Gr 1-3) on Google Meet
4:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Women’s History Month Game: "Who Am I?" (Gr 1-3) on Google Meet
Monday, Feb. 21, 4:00 pm - 4:30 pmWomen’s Histor
Google Meet
Try your luck guessing who these famous women are in this fun game and you could win a prize. (30 mins)

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Black History Month: "Who Am I?" (Gr4-6) on Google Meet CANCELLED
4:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Black History Month: "Who Am I?" (Gr4-6) on Google Meet CANCELLED
Tuesday, Feb. 22, 4:00 pm - 4:30 pmBlack History Month:
Google Meet
You'll have fun testing your knowledge of famous African Americans in movies, government, science, sports, music, art and more. The winner with the highest amount of correct answers wins a prize. You'll need to provide a pencil and sheet of paper. (45 mins)
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Artist Reception ~ Lori Weisbart Polson
5pm
Artist Reception ~ Lori Weisbart Polson
Wednesday, Feb. 23, 5pm
Work is currently on display at the Library.  A reception for the artist will take place on Wednesday, February 23 5-6pm at the Library.  Due to current conditions, participants must wear masks and keep social distance. 
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Session 1: PJ Story Time (children to age 7) Live/In-Person (Main)
4:00 pm - 4:20 pm
Session 1: PJ Story Time (children to age 7) Live/In-Person (Main)
Thursday, Feb. 24, 4:00 pm - 4:20 pmSession 1: PJ Story
Main
Wear your favorite pj's and enjoy listening to a few stories and some songs.  Milk and cookie take home trieat from us will kickoff the program. Limited spaces.  (20 mins)

Session II: PJ Story Time (children to age 7) Live/In-Person (Main)
4:30 pm - 4:50 pm
Session II: PJ Story Time (children to age 7) Live/In-Person (Main)
Thursday, Feb. 24, 4:30 pm - 4:50 pmSession II: PJ Story
In Person/Main
Wear your favorite pj's and enjoy listening to a few stories and some songs.  Milk and cookie take home trieat from us will kickoff the program. Limited spaces.  (20 mins)

LVPV Staff (Upstairs )
5:00-6:00
 LVPV Staff (Upstairs )
Thursday, Feb. 24, 5:00-6:00
Tutor Roundtable
7:30pm
 Tutor Roundtable
Thursday, Feb. 24, 7:30pm
Zoom
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Library Board of Trustees Meetings (Upstairs Meeting Room)
7pm
Library Board of Trustees Meetings (Upstairs Meeting Room)
Monday, Feb. 28, 7pm
open to the public
     
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