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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Intro to Scratch Coding (Gr 2-4) on Google Meet
3:00 pm - 3:45 pm Intro to Scratch Coding (Gr 2-4) on Google Meet Tuesdays, August 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31 @ 3:00 pm - 3:45 pm Google Meet Scratch is a block-based visual programming language where children can create projects on the web using a block-like interface. Before the class, users must have a laptop (windows or mac), pre-load the free software from here: Scratch and create an account. (45 mins)
Draw the Missing Half: (Gr K-2) on Google Meet
3:30 - 4:15 pm Draw the Missing Half: (Gr K-2) on Google Meet Tuesday, Aug. 3, 3:30 - 4:15 pm Google Meet Drawing the missing half of insects will teach children the basics of bilateral symmetry, while challenging them to practice math and identify insects! Activity sheets will be provided. You'll need colored pencils or crayons. (45 mins)
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Animal Art: Sea Creatures (PreK to age 5) Live/In-person
10:30 am - 11:00 am Animal Art: Sea Creatures (PreK to age 5) Live/In-person Wednesday, August 4, 11, 18 & 25 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am Live/In-person Live/In-Person/Library Parking Lot In-person/Live. A 4-week program that reviews animals, the alphabet and includes a related craft. (30 mins)
Get ready for Shakespeare
3:30pm Get ready for Shakespeare Wednesday, Aug. 4, 3:30pm In anticipation of Shakespeare in the Park presented by Friends of the Bard (Saturday, August 7 and Sunday, August 8)The Library is pleased to provide an opportunity to learn more about the plays to be presented in this interactive presentation by Friends of the Bard. Learn more about Hamlet, ...read more
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Paint Your Own Kitten/Puppy Bobblehead (Gr K-5) on Google Meet
3:30 pm - 4:00 pm Paint Your Own Kitten/Puppy Bobblehead (Gr K-5) on Google Meet Thursday, Aug. 5, 3:30 pm - 4:00 pm Google Meet Just for fun! You can paint your own kitten or puppy bobblehead and create your own unique keepsake puppy. We'll provide the bobblehead and you provide the paints and brush. We will email you when it is available to pick up. (30 mins)
Virtual Tour of the Battleship New Jersey
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Virtual Tour of the Battleship New Jersey Thursday, Aug. 5, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pmVia Zoom Another fun local trip for the summer! This virtual program will give an overview of the battleship and all there is to do. Great for families looking for some summer fun! Please register.
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Build a Mini Bird Feeder: (Gr 2-5) In-person/Live
3:30 - 4:15 pm Build a Mini Bird Feeder: (Gr 2-5) In-person/Live Tuesday, Aug. 10, 3:30 - 4:15 pm In Person/Library Parking Lot Let’s learn a bit about birds. We will listen to a story and build a mini bird feeder for you to take home. (45 mins)
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CANCELLED - Summer Reading Finale Petting Zoo & Ice Cream Social (Gr PreK-5th Gr) In-person Live CANCELLED
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm CANCELLED - Summer Reading Finale Petting Zoo & Ice Cream Social (Gr PreK-5th Gr) In-person Live CANCELLED Friday, Aug. 13, 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm In Person/Library Parking Lot In-person/Live. We will celebrate the efforts of all readers with a Travelling Petting Zoo/Pony ride and Ice Cream Social. Only those who are registered Summer Reading participants and who have been consistently active in the program will be allowed to attend. (1.5 hrs)
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Beachscapes Watercoloring (Gr K-5) In-person at the library’s parking lot
3:00 pm - 3:45 pm Beachscapes Watercoloring (Gr K-5) In-person at the library’s parking lot Monday, Aug. 16, 3:00 pm - 3:45 pm In Person/Library Parking Lot Join us for some easy and relaxing watercoloring. You'll create two beachscape original artworks. (45 mins)
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Online Book Group: Walking to Listen by Andrew Forsthoefel
7:30pm Online Book Group: Walking to Listen by Andrew Forsthoefel Thursday, Aug. 19, 7:30pmONLINE 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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