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Your Ticket to Good Health - The Wisdom Found in Reading Food Labels
Mon, Aug 31, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Dover Room
What is a good portion size? How many calories am I consuming? Bring in a favorite package containing a food label, and learn step by step how to make the... more
What is a good portion size? How many calories am I consuming? Bring in a favorite package containing a food label, and learn step by step how to make the right decisions for your nutrition.
Virtual Author Talk - David O. Stewart- "The Democracy We Must Keep"
Tue, Sep 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Online
Join us as we chat with award-winning historian David O. Stewart about his newest work, "The Democracy We Must Keep".Register
Jewelry Junction: Fall Bracelet and Earrings - High-Interest/Low-Capacity Program
Tue, Sep 01, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Craft Room
Make a beautiful fall bracelet and earrings using charms, fall colored beads, and silver- or gold-plated findings. This is a high-interest/low-capacity... more
Make a beautiful fall bracelet and earrings using charms, fall colored beads, and silver- or gold-plated findings. This is a high-interest/low-capacity program. Please join the wait list.
Registration is now closed
Makerspace Foundations: CNC Orientation - High-Interest/Low-Capacity Program
Tue, Sep 01, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Makerspace
Attend this orientation to get to know the basics of using the CNC router, and become a verified user of the machine. This is a high-interest/low-capacity... more
Attend this orientation to get to know the basics of using the CNC router, and become a verified user of the machine. This is a high-interest/low-capacity program. Please join the wait list.
Registration is now closed
World at War Forum - The Blitzkrieg Myth and the Fall of France
Tue, Sep 01, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Porter Room
In the summer of 1940 the German army swept into France and in a matter of weeks overrunning French and British forces. Steve Pettyjohn discusses this famed... more
In the summer of 1940 the German army swept into France and in a matter of weeks overrunning French and British forces. Steve Pettyjohn discusses this famed invasion and the myths surrounding it.
Meet Your Makerspace!
Wed, Sep 02, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Makerspace
What is the Makerspace? What can you make? Come and learn all about the equipment available and what is required to use it!
Horror Film Club
Wed, Sep 02, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Dover Room
Are you scared yet? Join us for another creepy classic from the Vault...if you dare!
Sustainable Fashion & You
Wed, Sep 02, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Craft Room,Zoom Programming 2
Come learn a bit about the fashion industry, its effect on the planet, and how you can shop sustainably while staying on trend. Join in-person or on Zoom.
American Red Cross Bloodmobile
Thu, Sep 03, 1:00pm - 7:00pm
Porter Room
Please give blood today from 1:00p-7:00p with the American Red Cross Bloodmobile
Tech Bytes: iPhone & iPad Help Session
Thu, Sep 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Technology Training Lab
Have quick questions about your iPhone or iPad? Need help with basic features or apps? Join our iPhone & iPad Help Session for a casual drop-in opportunity... more
Have quick questions about your iPhone or iPad? Need help with basic features or apps? Join our iPhone & iPad Help Session for a casual drop-in opportunity to learn and share tips!
Community Doodle Day Crafts
Fri, Sep 04, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Youth Services
It's National Doodle Day! Visit the Youth Services department for various doodle-themed craft tables and contribute to our community Doodle Board. While... more
It's National Doodle Day! Visit the Youth Services department for various doodle-themed craft tables and contribute to our community Doodle Board. While supplies last. All ages.
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Join us at blogs.westlakelibrary.org for info about books, movies, crafts, and much more.

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Attend LIVE talks from best-selling authors and thought leaders in the comfort of your own home with Virtual Author Talks. New authors are added every month and past talks are archived for access at your convenience.

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Check out our downloadable and streaming services and links to databases and websites that provide remote learning and entertainment accessible from home and away. New services are added to provide you with trustworthy information and accessible entertainment.

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Connect with WPPL on our blogs and newsletters! Whether you prefer to get print or email, to binge on blog posts or learn about the latest books by your favorite author, we're ready to connect. Join us at blogs.westlakelibrary.org for fun and interesting posts by library staff.

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The Wall Street Journal is available from WPPL on the Download & Stream page

Now available with your Westlake Porter Public Library card—The Wall Street Journal Online. Enjoy award-winning business journalism and unrivaled coverage of global markets, politics, world news, tech, arts and life, accessible anywhere.

Test Proctoring
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Exam iconThe Westlake Porter Public Library offers test proctoring free of charge during the hours the library is open. Computers are available for online-based tests and individual study rooms are available for paper tests.

Contact Adult Services with your name, contact information, and desired testing date and time. Scheduling is based upon staff availability. Please allow enough time for correspondence with your institution to receive testing materials and instructions.

SelectReads
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SelectReads linkSelectReads is a free online service delivering information on books to match your interests directly from the shelves at WPPL to your inbox. In addition to monthly updates on various genres and subjects, you can also find newsletters for the Horror Film Club, Investors' Interest Group and other library groups. Sign up today!

New Book Alerts
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New Book Alerts linkNew Book Alerts is a free online service that showcases the newest titles purchased by Westlake Porter Public Library. Sign up to receive email alerts of new books in a variety of categories.

eBook Alerts
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New Book Alerts linkeBook Alerts is a service that notifies you of amazing eBooks matching your interests and available with your Westlake Porter Public Library card. Sign up with your email address today!