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Programs & Events for Kids
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Mon, Oct 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room
Stretch, breathe, and move through fun poses that build balance, focus, and joy in this yoga session for children up to age 5 with a caregiver. Please... more
Stretch, breathe, and move through fun poses that build balance, focus, and joy in this yoga session for children up to age 5 with a caregiver. Please bring a yoga mat or towel. Ages 0-5.
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Tue, Oct 14, 9:30am - 9:50am
Storytime Room
Enjoy an interactive storytime while learning a few words in sign language! Ages 0-3, siblings welcome.

Wed, Oct 15, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Craft Room,Dover Room,Porter Room
For members of the Friends of Porter Public Library only! Memberships are available at the door.

Wed, Oct 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Storytime Room
Do you love LEGO® bricks? Then bring your ideas and imagination to Brick Builders! Bricks provided. No registration required. Ages 5-12.

Wed, Oct 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Study Room YS-Group
Stop by Youth Services to sign up for a 10-minute reading time with a reading therapy dog. Sign up starts at 4:30 p.m. Recommended for Grades K-4.

Wed, Oct 15, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Thomas A. Fox Board Room
Library Board meetings fall under the "sunshine laws" of Ohio and are open to the public. Public guests are welcome at any regular Board meeting.

Wed, Oct 15, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Storytime Room
Come to a special interactive storytime where we will act out the story "Room on the Broom" by Julia Donaldson together using props and costumes. Grades... more
Come to a special interactive storytime where we will act out the story "Room on the Broom" by Julia Donaldson together using props and costumes. Grades 1-3, siblings welcome.

Thu, Oct 16, 10:00am - 8:00pm
Craft Room,Dover Room,Porter Room
Find plenty of fiction, nonfiction, children’s books, DVDs, CDs and audiobooks. Three rooms—plus the Book Nook—will be filled to the brim including a... more
Find plenty of fiction, nonfiction, children’s books, DVDs, CDs and audiobooks. Three rooms—plus the Book Nook—will be filled to the brim including a room dedicated to hundreds of children’s books!

Thu, Oct 16, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Friends Pavilion
Shop for furniture, supplies and other items outside in the Friends Pavilion, rain or shine. All items will be sold as-is and all sales will be final.

Thu, Oct 16, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Study Room YS-1,Study Room YS-2,Study Room YS-Group,Youth Services
Sometimes homework is just hard. It helps to practice with someone who has been through it too. Teen volunteers are standing by to offer drop-in homework... more
Sometimes homework is just hard. It helps to practice with someone who has been through it too. Teen volunteers are standing by to offer drop-in homework help for elementary students. Grades 1-4.

Thu, Oct 16, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Storytime Room
Celebrate all things pumpkin with crafts, games, and more! This inclusive pumpkin party features activities for children and families of all... more
Celebrate all things pumpkin with crafts, games, and more! This inclusive pumpkin party features activities for children and families of all abilities. Grades Pre K-5.

Fri, Oct 17, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Craft Room,Dover Room,Porter Room
Find plenty of fiction, nonfiction, children’s books, DVDs, CDs and audiobooks. Three rooms—plus the Book Nook—will be filled to the brim including a... more
Find plenty of fiction, nonfiction, children’s books, DVDs, CDs and audiobooks. Three rooms—plus the Book Nook—will be filled to the brim including a room dedicated to hundreds of children’s books!

Sat, Oct 18, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Craft Room,Dover Room,Porter Room
Find plenty of fiction, nonfiction, children’s books, DVDs, CDs and audiobooks. Three rooms—plus the Book Nook—will be filled to the brim including a... more
Find plenty of fiction, nonfiction, children’s books, DVDs, CDs and audiobooks. Three rooms—plus the Book Nook—will be filled to the brim including a room dedicated to hundreds of children’s books!

Sat, Oct 18, 11:00am - 11:45am
Storytime Room
Let's have fun together in an interactive program especially for children who may not be successful in a typical library program. Each month has a new... more
Let's have fun together in an interactive program especially for children who may not be successful in a typical library program. Each month has a new theme. For children ages 5 and up.

Sat, Oct 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Come to the library and help us clean out our craft closet. A variety of make-it and take-it crafts will be available at the Youth Services desk. All ages.

Sun, Oct 19, 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Craft Room,Dover Room,Porter Room
Bring your own bags. Pay on the way out what you think your bags are worth.

Mon, Oct 20, 10:00am - 10:30am
Storytime Room
Develop pre-reading skills with music, movement and rhythm through stories, songs and rhymes. Ages 2-6 with a caregiver, siblings welcome.

Mon, Oct 20, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Technology Training Lab
Explore 3D design with Tinkercad! Learn the basics, start a project, and return to the Makerspace later to finish. No printing during the session. Grades 3-6.

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2025 Annual Book Sale

You'll find fiction, nonfiction, children’s books, DVDs, CDs, audiobooks, and more at the Friends' Annual Book Sale: October 16-19, 2025! Bid in the silent auction by October 19 to take home any of the special books displayed in the lobby.

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It's easier than ever to fit the library into your busy fall schedule with our Story Stack service. Fill out the online form and Youth Services librarians will select a stack of materials curated for your family. Once you are notified, you can pick up your items at the drive-up window.

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Westlake Porter Public Library Genre Challenge Beanstack

Join the Genre Challenge for kids in K-12th and challenge yourself to read beyond what you can imagine! Stretch your reading skills and explore new genres, or specific types of books. Sign up on Beanstack to begin strengthening your reading comprehension and sparking your imagination!

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Find Outfoxed! and other Board Games at WPPL

Check out board and card games from our Non-Traditional Materials Collection to play at home. With a variety of types and range of age groups, there's something sure to delight. Visit our catalog to see what is available or stop in today!

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TumbleBook Library
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TumbleBooks are animated, talking picture books which teach kids the joy of reading in a format they'll love. Have fun with reading in a whole new way!

There is more information, including a User's Guide and FAQ on TumbleBook Library's site.

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