Westwood Free Public Library
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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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ASL (American Sign Language) (Upstairs Meeting Room)
11am -12pm ASL (American Sign Language) (Upstairs Meeting Room) Tuesday, Oct. 1, 11am -12pm
Graphic Novel Book Club (Grades 3-5) (Upstairs Meeting Room)
3:45 pm Graphic Novel Book Club (Grades 3-5) (Upstairs Meeting Room) Tuesday, Oct. 1, 3:45 pm Read and learn about all different types of graphic novels and comics! In this book club for grades 3-5, we will explore superhero comics, manga, graphic memoirs, and more. Read the weekly book to discuss and enjoy comics-related activities!9/17: Swim Team by Johnnie Christmas9/24: Ca...read more
Meditation Meeting (Upstairs Meeting Room)
6pm-6:30pm Meditation Meeting (Upstairs Meeting Room) Tuesday, Oct. 1, 6pm-6:30pm Join like-minded individuals for self-guided meditation.
Knitting & Crocheting Club (Upstairs Meeting Room)
7:00pm Knitting & Crocheting Club (Upstairs Meeting Room) Tuesday, Oct. 1, 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 (0-18 months) Downstairs Meeting Room
10:00am Baby Lapsit (0-18 months) Downstairs Meeting Room Wednesday, Oct. 2, 10:00am For babies up to 18 months. This is an opportunity for parents to learn songs and rhymes to sing and say with their babies plus meet other parents / caregivers with same age children.
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Mr. Corbitt Music and Movement (toddler to age 5) Downstairs Meeting Room
10:30am Mr. Corbitt Music and Movement (toddler to age 5) Downstairs Meeting Room Thursday, Oct. 3, 10:30am Mr. Corbitt's story music sessions help build a musical foundation by encouraging musical play and using intergenerational popular songs. They'll be singing and dancing the whole time! (30 mins)
Family Movie: Monsters, Inc. (Ages 5+) (Downstairs Meeting Room)
2:00 pm Family Movie: Monsters, Inc. (Ages 5+) (Downstairs Meeting Room) Thursday, Oct. 3, 2:00 pm Join us for an afternoon screening of Monsters, Inc.! Event is open to ages 5+, movie is rated G. Please register for each child attending.
ESL Conversation Class - Downstairs Meeting Room ( August 1 Upstairs )
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM ESL Conversation Class - Downstairs Meeting Room ( August 1 Upstairs ) Thursday, Oct. 3, 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, Oct. 4, 10:30 am Visit us on Friday mornings for our drop-in Library Playgroup running through the fall! Meet new families and have some fun. 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, Oct. 4, 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 will meet weekly. (1 h...read more
Manhattan Short Film Festival (Downstairs Meeting Room)
1:00pm-3:30pm Manhattan Short Film Festival (Downstairs Meeting Room) Friday, Oct. 4, 1:00pm-3:30pm Multiple viewings of these excellent short films will be scheduled between September 26 and October 4. Plan on attending one and voting for your favorite short film! (2.5 hr)
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Every Little Thing Story Time ages 2-5 (Downstairs Meeting Room)
11:30am-12pm Every Little Thing Story Time ages 2-5 (Downstairs Meeting Room) Monday, Oct. 7, 11:30am-12pm Join this five week early literacy program for your pre school age child. Song, movement and story. Please register for each child attending.
Escape Room (Gr 6-8) Downstairs Meeting Room
3:45pm-4:45pm Escape Room (Gr 6-8) Downstairs Meeting Room Monday, Oct. 7, 3:45pm-4:45pm Can you solve the puzzles and crack the codes to escape the room? Open to sixth through eigth grade. Please register for each child attending.
Beginner ESL Class (donwstairs Meeting Room Except Sept 30 - upstairs)
6:00 PM-7:15 PM Beginner ESL Class (donwstairs Meeting Room Except Sept 30 - upstairs) Monday, Oct. 7, 6:00 PM-7:15 PM
Westwood Garden Club Meeting
7pm Westwood Garden Club Meeting Monday, Oct. 7, 7pm Generally the first on the month at 7pm. Check Calendar for exact dates.
Advanced Beginner In-Person ESL class (Downstairs Meeting Room Except Sept 30 - Upstairs)
7:30 PM - 8:45 PM Advanced Beginner In-Person ESL class (Downstairs Meeting Room Except Sept 30 - Upstairs) Monday, Oct. 7, 7:30 PM - 8:45 PM |
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ASL (American Sign Language) (Upstairs Meeting Room)
11am -12pm ASL (American Sign Language) (Upstairs Meeting Room) Tuesday, Oct. 8, 11am -12pm
Adult Craft: DIY Paper Pumpkins (Upstairs Meeting Room)
2:00pm-3:00pm Adult Craft: DIY Paper Pumpkins (Upstairs Meeting Room) Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2:00pm-3:00pm Make decorative & festive paper pumpkins out of embroidery hoops and craft paper! All supplies provided.
Graphic Novel Book Club (Grades 3-5) (Upstairs Meeting Room)
3:45 pm Graphic Novel Book Club (Grades 3-5) (Upstairs Meeting Room) Tuesday, Oct. 8, 3:45 pm Read and learn about all different types of graphic novels and comics! In this book club for grades 3-5, we will explore superhero comics, manga, graphic memoirs, and more. Read the weekly book to discuss and enjoy comics-related activities!9/17: Swim Team by Johnnie Christmas9/24: Ca...read more
Meditation Meeting (Upstairs Meeting Room)
6pm-6:30pm Meditation Meeting (Upstairs Meeting Room) Tuesday, Oct. 8, 6pm-6:30pm Join like-minded individuals for self-guided meditation.
Knitting & Crocheting Club (Upstairs Meeting Room)
7:00pm Knitting & Crocheting Club (Upstairs Meeting Room) Tuesday, Oct. 8, 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 (0-18 months) Downstairs Meeting Room
10:00am Baby Lapsit (0-18 months) Downstairs Meeting Room Wednesday, Oct. 9, 10:00am For babies up to 18 months. This is an opportunity for parents to learn songs and rhymes to sing and say with their babies plus meet other parents / caregivers with same age children.
Bergen Ukulele Group (Downstairs Meeting Room)
4:00pm-5:00pm Bergen Ukulele Group (Downstairs Meeting Room) Wednesday, Oct. 9, 4:00pm-5:00pm Sing and dance along to a lively concert from the Bergen Ukulele Group! All ages are welcome!
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Mr. Corbitt Music and Movement (toddler to age 5) Downstairs Meeting Room
10:30am Mr. Corbitt Music and Movement (toddler to age 5) Downstairs Meeting Room Thursday, Oct. 10, 10:30am Mr. Corbitt's story music sessions help build a musical foundation by encouraging musical play and using intergenerational popular songs. They'll be singing and dancing the whole time! (30 mins)
ESL Conversation Class - Downstairs Meeting Room ( August 1 Upstairs )
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM ESL Conversation Class - Downstairs Meeting Room ( August 1 Upstairs ) Thursday, Oct. 10, 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, Oct. 11, 10:30 am Visit us on Friday mornings for our drop-in Library Playgroup running through the fall! Meet new families and have some fun. 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, Oct. 11, 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 will meet weekly. (1 h...read more
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ASL (American Sign Language) (Upstairs Meeting Room)
11am -12pm ASL (American Sign Language) (Upstairs Meeting Room) Tuesday, Oct. 15, 11am -12pm
Graphic Novel Book Club (Grades 3-5) (Upstairs Meeting Room)
3:45 pm Graphic Novel Book Club (Grades 3-5) (Upstairs Meeting Room) Tuesday, Oct. 15, 3:45 pm Read and learn about all different types of graphic novels and comics! In this book club for grades 3-5, we will explore superhero comics, manga, graphic memoirs, and more. Read the weekly book to discuss and enjoy comics-related activities!9/17: Swim Team by Johnnie Christmas9/24: Ca...read more
Downsizing Seminar (Downstairs Meeting Room)
6:00pm-7:00pm Downsizing Seminar (Downstairs Meeting Room) Tuesday, Oct. 15, 6:00pm-7:00pm Have all of your questions on downsizing, decluttering, and selling your home in today’s Real Estate market answered by licensed real estate agents and Home Stager, Cathy Denis and Lori Carbone. They will share helpful tips, answer questions and discuss the many facets of downsizing and s...read more
Meditation Meeting (Upstairs Meeting Room)
6pm-6:30pm Meditation Meeting (Upstairs Meeting Room) Tuesday, Oct. 15, 6pm-6:30pm Join like-minded individuals for self-guided meditation.
Knitting & Crocheting Club (Upstairs Meeting Room)
7:00pm Knitting & Crocheting Club (Upstairs Meeting Room) Tuesday, Oct. 15, 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 (0-18 months) Downstairs Meeting Room
10:00am Baby Lapsit (0-18 months) Downstairs Meeting Room Wednesday, Oct. 16, 10:00am For babies up to 18 months. This is an opportunity for parents to learn songs and rhymes to sing and say with their babies plus meet other parents / caregivers with same age children.
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Mr. Corbitt Music and Movement (toddler to age 5) Downstairs Meeting Room
10:30am Mr. Corbitt Music and Movement (toddler to age 5) Downstairs Meeting Room Thursday, Oct. 17, 10:30am Mr. Corbitt's story music sessions help build a musical foundation by encouraging musical play and using intergenerational popular songs. They'll be singing and dancing the whole time! (30 mins)
ESL Conversation Class - Downstairs Meeting Room ( August 1 Upstairs )
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM ESL Conversation Class - Downstairs Meeting Room ( August 1 Upstairs ) Thursday, Oct. 17, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Adult Book Group: Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen (Upstairs Meeting Room)
7:30pm-8:30pm Adult Book Group: Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen (Upstairs Meeting Room) Thursday, Oct. 17, 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, Oct. 18, 10:30 am Visit us on Friday mornings for our drop-in Library Playgroup running through the fall! Meet new families and have some fun. 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, Oct. 18, 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 will meet weekly. (1 h...read more
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Craft Storytime (grades K-2) (Downstairs Meeting Room)
3:45 pm Craft Storytime (grades K-2) (Downstairs Meeting Room) Monday, Oct. 21, 3:45 pm(October 21, November 6 & December 12, 3:45 pm) Join us for a story and a craft! Open to kindergarten through second grade. Please register for each child attending.
Beginner ESL Class (donwstairs Meeting Room Except Sept 30 - upstairs)
6:00 PM-7:15 PM Beginner ESL Class (donwstairs Meeting Room Except Sept 30 - upstairs) Monday, Oct. 21, 6:00 PM-7:15 PM
Advanced Beginner In-Person ESL class (Downstairs Meeting Room Except Sept 30 - Upstairs)
7:30 PM - 8:45 PM Advanced Beginner In-Person ESL class (Downstairs Meeting Room Except Sept 30 - Upstairs) Monday, Oct. 21, 7:30 PM - 8:45 PM |
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ASL (American Sign Language) (Upstairs Meeting Room)
11am -12pm ASL (American Sign Language) (Upstairs Meeting Room) Tuesday, Oct. 22, 11am -12pm
Graphic Novel Book Club (Grades 3-5) (Upstairs Meeting Room)
3:45 pm Graphic Novel Book Club (Grades 3-5) (Upstairs Meeting Room) Tuesday, Oct. 22, 3:45 pm Read and learn about all different types of graphic novels and comics! In this book club for grades 3-5, we will explore superhero comics, manga, graphic memoirs, and more. Read the weekly book to discuss and enjoy comics-related activities!9/17: Swim Team by Johnnie Christmas9/24: Ca...read more
Meditation Meeting (Upstairs Meeting Room)
6pm-6:30pm Meditation Meeting (Upstairs Meeting Room) Tuesday, Oct. 22, 6pm-6:30pm Join like-minded individuals for self-guided meditation.
Fresh Voices Book Group: Piglet by Lottie Hazell
7:00pm Fresh Voices Book Group: Piglet by Lottie Hazell Tuesday, Oct. 22, 7:00pm The Fresh Voices Book Group is a new book group at the library that aims to read books by new voices—debut authors with fresh perspectives. We will be reading a mix of fiction and nonfiction as well as biographies and memoirs. Some of these books will cover topics dealing with current social i...read more
Knitting & Crocheting Club (Upstairs Meeting Room)
7:00pm Knitting & Crocheting Club (Upstairs Meeting Room) Tuesday, Oct. 22, 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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Family Pumpkin Painting (Library Garden)
3:30 pm Family Pumpkin Painting (Library Garden) Wednesday, Oct. 23, 3:30 pm Join us in this all-ages family event to paint and take home your very own pumpkin! Please register for each child attending.
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Movie Matinee: Dune: Part Two (Downstairs Meeting Room)
1:00pm Movie Matinee: Dune: Part Two (Downstairs Meeting Room) Thursday, Oct. 24, 1:00pm 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 Dune: Part Two starring Timothy Chalamet and Zendaya. Registration is required as space is limited. (PG-13, 2h 46m)
ESL Conversation Class - Downstairs Meeting Room ( August 1 Upstairs )
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM ESL Conversation Class - Downstairs Meeting Room ( August 1 Upstairs ) Thursday, Oct. 24, 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, Oct. 25, 10:30 am Visit us on Friday mornings for our drop-in Library Playgroup running through the fall! Meet new families and have some fun. 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, Oct. 25, 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 will meet weekly. (1 h...read more
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Beginner ESL Class (donwstairs Meeting Room Except Sept 30 - upstairs)
6:00 PM-7:15 PM Beginner ESL Class (donwstairs Meeting Room Except Sept 30 - upstairs) Monday, Oct. 28, 6:00 PM-7:15 PM
Advanced Beginner In-Person ESL class (Downstairs Meeting Room Except Sept 30 - Upstairs)
7:30 PM - 8:45 PM Advanced Beginner In-Person ESL class (Downstairs Meeting Room Except Sept 30 - Upstairs) Monday, Oct. 28, 7:30 PM - 8:45 PM |
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ASL (American Sign Language) (Upstairs Meeting Room)
11am -12pm ASL (American Sign Language) (Upstairs Meeting Room) Tuesday, Oct. 29, 11am -12pm
Meditation Meeting (Upstairs Meeting Room)
6pm-6:30pm Meditation Meeting (Upstairs Meeting Room) Tuesday, Oct. 29, 6pm-6:30pm Join like-minded individuals for self-guided meditation.
Knitting & Crocheting Club (Upstairs Meeting Room)
7:00pm Knitting & Crocheting Club (Upstairs Meeting Room) Tuesday, Oct. 29, 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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Library Trick-or-Treat (All Ages) (Children’s Room)
Library Trick-or-Treat (All Ages) (Children’s Room) Thursday, Oct. 31, Come into the library in costume all day and trick-or-treat from the librarians! Happy Halloween!
ESL Conversation Class - Downstairs Meeting Room ( August 1 Upstairs )
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM ESL Conversation Class - Downstairs Meeting Room ( August 1 Upstairs ) Thursday, Oct. 31, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM |
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