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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HOLIDAY: New Year’s Day (CLOSED)
HOLIDAY: New Year’s Day (CLOSED)
Wednesday, Jan. 1,
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ESL Conversation Class - Downstairs Meeting Room
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
ESL Conversation Class - Downstairs Meeting Room
Thursday, Jan. 2, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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Knitting & Crocheting Club (Upstairs Meeting Room)
11:30am
Knitting & Crocheting Club (Upstairs Meeting Room)
Friday, Jan. 3, 11:30am
Gather together and work on your current knitting and crocheting projects as you chat and socialize with fellow yarn-lovers! Bring your own supplies and trade tips and ideas, share patterns, and create beautiful pieces alongside friends. All skill levels are welcome! This club meets weekly. (1 hr)
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Westwood Library Garden Club - Special January Meeting (Upstairs Meeting Room)
6pm
Westwood Library Garden Club - Special January Meeting (Upstairs Meeting Room)
Monday, Jan. 6, 6pm
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ASL (American Sign Language) Practice Group (Upstairs Meeting Room)
11am-12pm
ASL (American Sign Language) Practice Group (Upstairs Meeting Room)
Tuesday, Jan. 7, 11am-12pm
Little Explorers: Arctic Animal Fun (Downstairs Meeting Room)
11:30 AM
Little Explorers: Arctic Animal Fun (Downstairs Meeting Room)
Tuesday, Jan. 7, 11:30 AM
Join Ms. Vanessa for a Story, Penguin Puppet Craft, and Arctic Themed Exploration Stations. So much fun will be had in this class which is geared for ages 2-4 years of age!
Knitting & Crocheting Club (Upstairs Meeting Room)
7:00pm
Knitting & Crocheting Club (Upstairs Meeting Room)
Tuesday, Jan. 7, 7:00pm
Tuesday evening meetings for those who can't make our Friday morning meetings! Gather together and work on your current knitting and crocheting projects as you chat and socialize with fellow yarn-lovers! Bring your own supplies and trade tips and ideas, share patterns, and create beautiful piece...read more
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STEAM Explorers: Arctic Animals; Ages 5-11 (Downstairs Meeting Room)
3:45 PM
STEAM Explorers: Arctic Animals; Ages 5-11 (Downstairs Meeting Room)
Thursday, Jan. 9, 3:45 PM
Join Ms. Vanessa for our first STEAM Explorers event. Children will learn about Polar Bears and Penguins. They will then build a polar bear den and raft for their penguin using only the materials provided. Can they keep the den from falling on the polar bear? Can they make sure the penguin will...read more
ESL Conversation Class - Downstairs Meeting Room
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
ESL Conversation Class - Downstairs Meeting Room
Thursday, Jan. 9, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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Library Playgroup (ages 0-5) (Children’s Area)
10:30 AM
Library Playgroup (ages 0-5) (Children’s Area)
Friday, Jan. 10, 10:30 AM
Visit us on Friday mornings for our 8 week drop-in Library Playgroup. Meet new families and have some fun.Each week will feature a different theme and stations for children and caregivers to enjoy.This program is open to parents with children aged 5 and under. 
Knitting & Crocheting Club (Upstairs Meeting Room)
11:30am
Knitting & Crocheting Club (Upstairs Meeting Room)
Friday, Jan. 10, 11:30am
Gather together and work on your current knitting and crocheting projects as you chat and socialize with fellow yarn-lovers! Bring your own supplies and trade tips and ideas, share patterns, and create beautiful pieces alongside friends. All skill levels are welcome! This club meets weekly. (1 hr)
Good-Bye Party for Martha
3-5 PM
 Good-Bye Party for Martha
Friday, Jan. 10, 3-5 PM
After years of dedication, passion, and countless memories, our beloved Director Martha is retiring! Though we are very sad to see her go, we are incredibly grateful for all she has contributed to our Library and we are excited to see where her next journey takes her.Join us as we celebrate all the ...read more
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Friends of the Library Giant Book Sale
10am-3pm
Friends of the Library Giant Book Sale
Saturday, Jan. 11, 10am-3pm
Alzheimer Support Group (Upstairs Meeting Room)
10:30am-11:30am
Alzheimer Support Group (Upstairs Meeting Room)
Saturday, Jan. 11, 10:30am-11:30am
This Dementia group is for those who have a loved one with a condition of the brain resulting in dementia, such as Parkinson's, stroke, Alzheimer's or one of the dementias.  This is a time for sharing, reaching out and learning from each other. 
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Every Little Thing Yoga Story Time for Ages 2-5 (Downstairs)
11:30 AM
Every Little Thing Yoga Story Time for Ages 2-5 (Downstairs)
Monday, Jan. 13, 11:30 AM
(Mondays, January 13 & 27, 11:30 AM)

Join Ms. Shelley from "Every Little Thing Yoga" as pre-school aged children engage in stories, movement, and songs.Children will learn different yoga poses, breathing techniques, and more from Ms. Shelley. *Please register each child separately*
Junior Friends Meeting (Upstairs Meeting Room)
6-7pm
Junior Friends Meeting (Upstairs Meeting Room)
Monday, Jan. 13, 6-7pm
Beginner English Class ( Downstairs Meeting Room)
6:00 PM - 7:15 PM
Beginner English Class ( Downstairs Meeting Room)
Monday, Jan. 13, 6:00 PM - 7:15 PM
Advanced Beginner Class - (downstairs meeting room)
7:30 PM - 8:45 PM
Advanced Beginner Class - (downstairs meeting room)
Monday, Jan. 13, 7:30 PM - 8:45 PM
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ASL (American Sign Language) Practice Group (Upstairs Meeting Room)
11am-12pm
ASL (American Sign Language) Practice Group (Upstairs Meeting Room)
Tuesday, Jan. 14, 11am-12pm
Adult Craft: Reed Diffusers & Soap Making (Upstairs Meeting Room)
2:00pm-3:00pm
Adult Craft: Reed Diffusers & Soap Making (Upstairs Meeting Room)
Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2:00pm-3:00pmAdult Craft: Reed Di
Start off the new year with some self-care as we make DIY reed diffusers and soap! (All supplies provided)
Cooking with ShopRite: Grades K-3rd (Downstairs Meeting Room)
3:45 PM
Cooking with ShopRite: Grades K-3rd (Downstairs Meeting Room)
Tuesday, Jan. 14, 3:45 PM
Registration RequiredFor Grades K-3rdPlease note- each child must be registered separately Join ShopRite's Dietitians Caitlin R. & Nick O. as they teach us how to make YUMMY TREATS.The following 2 items will be made: -TBD-TBDFood Allergies or Intolerances??? Please state that on th...read more
Westwood Library Meditation Group (Upstairs Meeting Room)
6pm-6:30pm
Westwood Library Meditation Group (Upstairs Meeting Room)
Tuesday, Jan. 14, 6pm-6:30pm
A welcoming space for anyone interested in exploring mindfulness and meditation. We provide an open environment for sharing experiences, learning together, and deepening our practice. Join us to connect, reflect, and discover the benefits of meditation in a collaborative setting. No registration req...read more
Knitting & Crocheting Club (Upstairs Meeting Room)
7:00pm
Knitting & Crocheting Club (Upstairs Meeting Room)
Tuesday, Jan. 14, 7:00pm
Tuesday evening meetings for those who can't make our Friday morning meetings! Gather together and work on your current knitting and crocheting projects as you chat and socialize with fellow yarn-lovers! Bring your own supplies and trade tips and ideas, share patterns, and create beautiful piece...read more
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Baby Lapsit (0-2 Years) Downstairs Meeting Room
10:30 AM
Baby Lapsit (0-2 Years) Downstairs Meeting Room
Wednesday, Jan. 15, 10:30 AM
Join Ms. Vanessa for an Interactive Storytime!!! Little Ones will listen to an interactive story and sing songs with Ms. Vanessa. We will use scarves, egg shakers or bells during the class. Around 11 we will end to engage in socialization/play time for littles and caregivers to meet one another!&nbs...read more
AARP Presentation: Getting to Know Your Smartphone (Downstairs Meeting Room)
3:00pm-4:15pm
AARP Presentation: Getting to Know Your Smartphone (Downstairs Meeting Room)
Wednesday, Jan. 15, 3:00pm-4:15pm
Don't let your smartphone's settings stump you! Learn the basics in this workshop. During this hands-on workshop, we'll explore some of the common features of smartphones. You'll learn ways to interact with the touch screen, how to access important controls, and how to search for spe...read more

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Mr. Corbitt: Music and Movement (Downstairs Meeting Room)
10:30 AM
Mr. Corbitt: Music and Movement (Downstairs Meeting Room)
Thursday, Jan. 16, 10:30 AM
Mr. Corbitt's story music sessions help build a musical foundation by encouraging musical play and using intergenerational popular songs.  Stories are sung to children as they enjoy using musical instruments and scarves. A fun time for the whole family!  (30 mins) Please register ...read more

Movie Matinee: Twisters (Downstairs Meeting Room)
1:00pm-3:00pm
Movie Matinee: Twisters (Downstairs Meeting Room)
Thursday, Jan. 16, 1:00pm-3:00pmMovie Matinee: Twist
Spend your afternoons at the library as we host a monthly screening of some of the newest DVD releases. This month we will be showing Twisters starring Daisy Edgar-Jones and Glenn Powell. Registration is required as space is limited. (PG-13, 2h 2m)
ESL Conversation Class - Downstairs Meeting Room
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
ESL Conversation Class - Downstairs Meeting Room
Thursday, Jan. 16, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Adult Book Group: No Two Persons by Erica Bauermeister (Upstairs Meeting Room)
7:30pm-8:30pm
Adult Book Group: No Two Persons by Erica Bauermeister (Upstairs Meeting Room)
Thursday, Jan. 16, 7:30pm-8:30pm
The Adult Book Group takes place in our Upstairs Meeting Room 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 regist...read more

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Library Playgroup (ages 0-5) (Children’s Area)
10:30 AM
Library Playgroup (ages 0-5) (Children’s Area)
Friday, Jan. 17, 10:30 AM
Visit us on Friday mornings for our 8 week drop-in Library Playgroup. Meet new families and have some fun.Each week will feature a different theme and stations for children and caregivers to enjoy.This program is open to parents with children aged 5 and under. 
Knitting & Crocheting Club (Upstairs Meeting Room)
11:30am
Knitting & Crocheting Club (Upstairs Meeting Room)
Friday, Jan. 17, 11:30am
Gather together and work on your current knitting and crocheting projects as you chat and socialize with fellow yarn-lovers! Bring your own supplies and trade tips and ideas, share patterns, and create beautiful pieces alongside friends. All skill levels are welcome! This club meets weekly. (1 hr)
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Friends Meeting (Downstairs)
10:00 AM
 Friends Meeting (Downstairs)
Saturday, Jan. 18, 10:00 AM
Friends of the library meeting
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HOLIDAY: Martin Luther King Day (LIBRARY CLOSED)
HOLIDAY: Martin Luther King Day (LIBRARY CLOSED)
Monday, Jan. 20,
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ASL (American Sign Language) Practice Group (Upstairs Meeting Room)
11am-12pm
ASL (American Sign Language) Practice Group (Upstairs Meeting Room)
Tuesday, Jan. 21, 11am-12pm
Little Explorers: Snow Fun! Ages 2-4 (Downstairs Meeting Room)
11:30 AM
Little Explorers: Snow Fun! Ages 2-4 (Downstairs Meeting Room)
Tuesday, Jan. 21, 11:30 AM
Join Ms. Vanessa for a Snow-tastic Story, Snowflake themed Craft, and Snow themed Exploration Stations!So much fun will be had in this class which is geared for ages 2-4 years of age!
Westwood Library Meditation Group (Upstairs Meeting Room)
6pm-6:30pm
Westwood Library Meditation Group (Upstairs Meeting Room)
Tuesday, Jan. 21, 6pm-6:30pm
A welcoming space for anyone interested in exploring mindfulness and meditation. We provide an open environment for sharing experiences, learning together, and deepening our practice. Join us to connect, reflect, and discover the benefits of meditation in a collaborative setting. No registration req...read more
Fresh Voices Book Group: Daughters of Shandong by Eve J. Chung
7:00pm-8:00pm
Fresh Voices Book Group: Daughters of Shandong by Eve J. Chung
Tuesday, Jan. 21, 7:00pm-8:00pmFresh Voices Book Gr
Daughters of Shandong by Eve J. Chung tells the story of a mother and her daughters' perilous escape from China during the Communist revolution, based on the author’s family history. Amid war and betrayal, the women embark on a courageous journey to Taiwan, navigating hardship and loss whi...read more
Knitting & Crocheting Club (Upstairs Meeting Room)
7:00pm
Knitting & Crocheting Club (Upstairs Meeting Room)
Tuesday, Jan. 21, 7:00pm
Tuesday evening meetings for those who can't make our Friday morning meetings! Gather together and work on your current knitting and crocheting projects as you chat and socialize with fellow yarn-lovers! Bring your own supplies and trade tips and ideas, share patterns, and create beautiful piece...read more
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Baby Lapsit (0-2 Years) Downstairs Meeting Room
10:30 AM
Baby Lapsit (0-2 Years) Downstairs Meeting Room
Wednesday, Jan. 22, 10:30 AM
Join Ms. Vanessa for an Interactive Storytime!!! Little Ones will listen to an interactive story and sing songs with Ms. Vanessa. We will use scarves, egg shakers or bells during the class. Around 11 we will end to engage in socialization/play time for littles and caregivers to meet one another!&nbs...read more

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Mr. Corbitt: Music and Movement (Downstairs Meeting Room)
10:30 AM
Mr. Corbitt: Music and Movement (Downstairs Meeting Room)
Thursday, Jan. 23, 10:30 AM
Mr. Corbitt's story music sessions help build a musical foundation by encouraging musical play and using intergenerational popular songs.  Stories are sung to children as they enjoy using musical instruments and scarves. A fun time for the whole family!  (30 mins) Please register ...read more

Story and Craft: Arctic Animals; Grades PreK-3rd (Downstairs Meeting Room)
3:45 PM
Story and Craft: Arctic Animals; Grades PreK-3rd (Downstairs Meeting Room)
Thursday, Jan. 23, 3:45 PM
Join Ms. Vanessa for a fun story and craft. Children will listen to a fun winter themed book and then design their own arctic animal process art creation. 
ESL Conversation Class - Downstairs Meeting Room
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
ESL Conversation Class - Downstairs Meeting Room
Thursday, Jan. 23, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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Library Playgroup (ages 0-5) (Children’s Area)
10:30 AM
Library Playgroup (ages 0-5) (Children’s Area)
Friday, Jan. 24, 10:30 AM
Visit us on Friday mornings for our 8 week drop-in Library Playgroup. Meet new families and have some fun.Each week will feature a different theme and stations for children and caregivers to enjoy.This program is open to parents with children aged 5 and under. 
Knitting & Crocheting Club (Upstairs Meeting Room)
11:30am
Knitting & Crocheting Club (Upstairs Meeting Room)
Friday, Jan. 24, 11:30am
Gather together and work on your current knitting and crocheting projects as you chat and socialize with fellow yarn-lovers! Bring your own supplies and trade tips and ideas, share patterns, and create beautiful pieces alongside friends. All skill levels are welcome! This club meets weekly. (1 hr)
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Jigsaw Puzzle Competition (Downstairs Meeting Room)
2:00pm
Jigsaw Puzzle Competition (Downstairs Meeting Room)
Sunday, Jan. 26, 2:00pm
Calling all puzzle-lovers! Teams of up to 5 people will go head to head to see who can complete their puzzle first, the team that finishes first gets a prize! All are welcome! Please have one member of your team register and list all other members of your team in the special needs section.

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Every Little Thing Yoga Story Time for Ages 2-5 (Downstairs)
11:30 AM
Every Little Thing Yoga Story Time for Ages 2-5 (Downstairs)
Monday, Jan. 27, 11:30 AM
(Mondays, January 13 & 27, 11:30 AM)

Join Ms. Shelley from "Every Little Thing Yoga" as pre-school aged children engage in stories, movement, and songs.Children will learn different yoga poses, breathing techniques, and more from Ms. Shelley. *Please register each child separately*

Beginner English Class ( Downstairs Meeting Room)
6:00 PM - 7:15 PM
Beginner English Class ( Downstairs Meeting Room)
Monday, Jan. 27, 6:00 PM - 7:15 PM
Library Board of Trustees Meeting (Upstairs Meeting Room)
7pm
Library Board of Trustees Meeting (Upstairs Meeting Room)
Monday, Jan. 27, 7pm
Advanced Beginner Class - (downstairs meeting room)
7:30 PM - 8:45 PM
Advanced Beginner Class - (downstairs meeting room)
Monday, Jan. 27, 7:30 PM - 8:45 PM
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ASL (American Sign Language) Practice Group (Upstairs Meeting Room)
11am-12pm
ASL (American Sign Language) Practice Group (Upstairs Meeting Room)
Tuesday, Jan. 28, 11am-12pm
Dog Man Party (grades 1st & UP) (Downstairs Meeting Room)
3:45 PM
Dog Man Party (grades 1st & UP) (Downstairs Meeting Room)
Tuesday, Jan. 28, 3:45 PM
Join us for a Supa Epic Scavenger Hunt, Create your Own Comic, Spot the Difference Challenge, and More!Light snack provided.
Self-Publishing Your Book (Downstairs Meeting Room)
6pm-7pm
Self-Publishing Your Book (Downstairs Meeting Room)
Tuesday, Jan. 28, 6pm-7pm
Local author Henry Quense will teach you the essentials of self-publishing in this comprehensive lecture! Covering key steps like initial planning, crafting a compelling book description, building an author platform, and executing pre-launch marketing, you'll gain actionable insights to announce...read more
Westwood Library Meditation Group (Upstairs Meeting Room)
6pm-6:30pm
Westwood Library Meditation Group (Upstairs Meeting Room)
Tuesday, Jan. 28, 6pm-6:30pm
A welcoming space for anyone interested in exploring mindfulness and meditation. We provide an open environment for sharing experiences, learning together, and deepening our practice. Join us to connect, reflect, and discover the benefits of meditation in a collaborative setting. No registration req...read more
Knitting & Crocheting Club (Upstairs Meeting Room)
7:00pm
Knitting & Crocheting Club (Upstairs Meeting Room)
Tuesday, Jan. 28, 7:00pm
Tuesday evening meetings for those who can't make our Friday morning meetings! Gather together and work on your current knitting and crocheting projects as you chat and socialize with fellow yarn-lovers! Bring your own supplies and trade tips and ideas, share patterns, and create beautiful piece...read more
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Baby Lapsit (0-2 Years) Downstairs Meeting Room
10:30 AM
Baby Lapsit (0-2 Years) Downstairs Meeting Room
Wednesday, Jan. 29, 10:30 AM
Join Ms. Vanessa for an Interactive Storytime!!! Little Ones will listen to an interactive story and sing songs with Ms. Vanessa. We will use scarves, egg shakers or bells during the class. Around 11 we will end to engage in socialization/play time for littles and caregivers to meet one another!&nbs...read more
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Mr. Corbitt: Music and Movement (Downstairs)
10:30 AM
Mr. Corbitt: Music and Movement (Downstairs)
Thursday, Jan. 30, 10:30 AM
Mr. Corbitt's story music sessions help build a musical foundation by encouraging musical play and using intergenerational popular songs.  Stories are sung to children as they enjoy using musical instruments and scarves. A fun time for the whole family!  (30 mins) Please register ...read more
ESL Conversation Class - Downstairs Meeting Room
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
ESL Conversation Class - Downstairs Meeting Room
Thursday, Jan. 30, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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Library Playgroup (ages 0-5) (Children’s Area)
10:30 AM
Library Playgroup (ages 0-5) (Children’s Area)
Friday, Jan. 31, 10:30 AM
Visit us on Friday mornings for our 8 week drop-in Library Playgroup. Meet new families and have some fun.Each week will feature a different theme and stations for children and caregivers to enjoy.This program is open to parents with children aged 5 and under. 
Knitting & Crocheting Club (Upstairs Meeting Room)
11:30am
Knitting & Crocheting Club (Upstairs Meeting Room)
Friday, Jan. 31, 11:30am
Gather together and work on your current knitting and crocheting projects as you chat and socialize with fellow yarn-lovers! Bring your own supplies and trade tips and ideas, share patterns, and create beautiful pieces alongside friends. All skill levels are welcome! This club meets weekly. (1 hr)
 
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