October events at Westlake Porter Public Library

Monday, Oct. 1 (3:30-5:30 p.m.) Teen Lounge – Need a place to hang out after school? Come to WPPL's Teen Lounge on Monday afternoons! We've got computers, video games, board games, snacks and more! Registration not necessary.

Monday, Oct. 1 (7-8:30 p.m.) Business Advisors of Cleveland: Starting/Expanding a Small Business – Introduction to starting or expanding a small business. First of a four-part series. Please register.

Tuesday, Oct. 2 (7 p.m.) WIXY 1260: Pixies, Six-packs, and Supermen – Rich Berg and his co-authors discuss the origins and history of Cleveland rock 'n' roll radio station WIXI 1260! Please join us for a fun and informative walk down memory lane. Please register.

Wednesday, Oct. 3 (10:30-11 a.m.) Let’s Sing and Dance! – Join us for a fun session of singing and dancing. For children ages 2-6 with a caregiver. Space is limited, so please arrive early enough to receive a ticket at the Preschool Desk.

Wednesday, Oct. 3 (1-2:30 p.m.) Cuyahoga West Genealogical Society – Stuck on your genealogical research? Not sure how to get started? Stop by for a free Help Session!

Thursday, Oct. 4 (4-5 p.m.) Family Fun! – Miss Nicole hosts an afternoon of stories, rhymes, silly songs and crafts! For children ages 3 and up with their families.

Thursday, Oct. 4 (7-8:45 p.m.) Investor Interest Group: How Much Is Enough – To Retire! – Learn about the financial aspects of retiring. Please register.

Friday, Oct. 5 (11:30-12:30 p.m.) Music Therapy & More – Connecting for Kids and the Music Therapy Enrichment Corps invite you to a music therapy group. Learn how parents and caregivers have a direct role in bringing music to life. For children 6 years and under with or without a formal diagnosis. Caregiver must stay in the room. No registration required.

Saturday, Oct. 6 (All Day) "Star Wars" Reads Day – The force is with us – it’s "Star Wars" Reads Day! Stop in for a trivia contest, crafts and a "Star Wars" movie marathon! For kids grades 1 and up.

Saturday, Oct. 6 (2:30-3:30 p.m.) Brick Builders Club – Love those LEGO bricks? Then bring your ideas and imagination to the club! All bricks provided. Ages 6-13. Registration begins one week before each session.

Saturday, Oct. 6 (3-4:45 p.m.) Mad4Manga – M4M is everything manga! We talk about manga, create manga art, discuss & watch anime films, and more! Grades 6-12 only.

Sunday, Oct. 7 (2-3:30 p.m.) All About Downtown Cleveland – Learn about all the new happenings, changes and building going on in downtown Cleveland. Bring questions and ideas. Please register.

Monday, Oct. 8 – Columbus Day - Library Closed

Tuesday, Oct. 9 (7-8:30 p.m.) Sheri Kay, author of "Hineni: Here I Am" – Author Sheri Kay discusses breast cancer and its effects and consequences. Please register.

Tuesday, Oct. 9 (7 p.m.) Tuesday Evening Book Discussion –In October we’ll discuss "Caleb’s Crossing" by Geraldine Brooks.

Wednesday, Oct. 10 (10:30-11 a.m.) Let’s Sing and Dance! – Join us for a fun session of singing and dancing. For children ages 2-6 with a caregiver. Space is limited, so please arrive early enough to receive a ticket at the Preschool Desk.

Thursday, Oct. 11 (4-5 p.m.) Family Fun! – Miss Nicole hosts an afternoon of stories, rhymes, silly songs and crafts! For children ages 3 and up with their families.

Thursday, Oct. 11 (7 p.m.) Non-Fiction Book Discussion – The October selection is "Disappearing Spoon" by Sam Kean.

Friday, Oct. 12 (10-10:45 a.m.) Come Play With Me! – Open playtime with age-appropriate toys, songs and rhymes for ages 2-5 and their caring adults. Siblings welcome! Registration begins one week before each program.

Friday, Oct. 12 (11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.) Connecting for Kids Parent Discussion & Facilitated Playgroup – Participate in a discussion group led by a pediatric expert while your children play in a separate room with a CCBDD facilitator. You must RSVP for the playgroup starting one month before each session. Children do not need a formal diagnosis to attend. Topics listed at connectingforkids.org.

Friday, Oct. 12 (2-3:30 p.m.) Movies @ Your Library: "Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax" – Ted will do anything to find a real, live Truffula Tree in order to impress the girl of his dreams! All ages welcome. In accordance with library policy, children under 9 must be with an adult. Please register starting Oct. 5.

Saturday, Oct. 13 (10:30-11:30 a.m.) Pokemon League – Bring your cards and accessories for a fun morning of play, drawing or coloring your favorite characters! For kids ages 7-10 only. Please, no younger siblings. Registration begins Oct. 6.

Saturday, Oct. 13 (2:30-3:30 p.m.) Brick Builders Club – Love those LEGO bricks? Then bring your ideas and imagination to the club! All bricks provided. Ages 6-13. Registration begins one week before each session.

Tuesday, Oct. 15 (6-7:30 p.m.) Beginning Crochet for Teens – It’s never too early to start thinking about Christmas! Jenn Cline will teach us how to crochet some gifts before the holidays. You'll learn the basics of making scarves, blankets, hats and much more for all your loved ones (or maybe just for yourself). All supplies will be provided! Grades 6-12. Registration begins Oct. 1.

Monday, Oct. 15 (7-8:45 p.m.) Monday Night Movie: "Psycho" – Travel to the Bates Motel as we show the classic Hitchcock film from 1960. Rated R. Registration requested.

Monday, Oct. 15 (7-8:30 p.m.) Couponing for the Holidays – Learn the basics of couponing, specifically how to save money for the holidays using coupons. Please register.

Monday, Oct. 15 (7-8:30 p.m.) Business Advisors of Cleveland: Part 2-Writing a Business Plan – Small Business Advisers of Cleveland will discuss what to include in a business plan for starting a small business. Second of a four-part series. Please register.

Tuesday, Oct. 16 (2-2:45 p.m.) Book Bytes for Homeschoolers – Join WordWeaver for lively discussions about good books and more. Just bring your curiosity and sense of adventure! Snacks provided. Ages 9-12. Registration begins Oct. 9.

Tuesday, Oct. 16 (4-4:45 p.m.) Book Speed Dating – Looking for another great book to read? Join us as we celebrate Teen Read Week with this fast-paced program where you'll be able to discuss your favorite books and hopefully be paired up with a new book that you can take home. Grades 6-12. Registration begins Oct. 2.

Tuesday, Oct. 16 (7:30-8:45 p.m.) FYI Opera –David Bamberger from the Cleveland Institute of Music Opera Theater and students will present arias from "The Secret Marriage." Sponsored by the Westlake Westshore Arts Council.

Wednesday, Oct. 17 (10:30-11 a.m.) Let’s Sing and Dance! – Join us for a fun session of singing and dancing. For children ages 2-6 with a caregiver. Space is limited, so please arrive early enough to receive a ticket at the Preschool Desk.

Wednesday, Oct. 17 (6:30-8:45 p.m.) Cuyahoga West Genealogical Society

Thursday, Oct. 18 (4-6 p.m.) Zombie Walk – Celebrate Teen Read Week with our first ever ZOMBIE WALK! We’ll start by transforming everyone into zombies and then take a walk down Center Ridge, ending with pizza and soft drinks! Grades 6-12. Registration begins Oct. 4.

Thursday, Oct. 18 (4-5 p.m.) Family Fun! – Miss Nicole hosts an afternoon of stories, rhymes, silly songs and crafts! For children ages 3 and up with their families. Halloween and homemade make up as well as some costume parts will be available to participants. Please wear clothing you don’t mind getting dirty. All participants will need to return a signed permission slip.

Friday, Oct. 19 (1-2 p.m.) Kids in Motion Sensory Time – Join us for stories, activities, music and more! Program consists of a 30-minute storytime followed by a 30-minute social-sharing time for the group. No registration required. Program is designed to engage children with autism or other special needs/sensory challenges. Each child must have adult caregiver for assistance.

Saturday, Oct. 20 (2:30-3:30 p.m.) Brick Builders Club – Love those LEGO bricks? Then bring your ideas and imagination to the club! All bricks provided. Ages 6-13. Registration begins one week before each session.

Saturday, Oct. 20 (10 a.m.-2 p.m.) Crafts A Go-Go! – Come on in and make a craft! We provide the supplies, you provide the creativity. No registration necessary. Meets in front of the Youth Services Desk.

Saturday, Oct. 20 (10:30-11:15 a.m.) Bats at the Library! – Learn some cool stuff about bats and make some batty marshmallow creatures. Grades 1-3. Registration begins Oct. 13.

Sunday, Oct. 21 (2-4 p.m.) Friends' Sunday Sounds – Laura Varcho will perform songs by Harold Arlen including "Over the Rainbow." Presented by the Friends of Porter Public Library.

Monday, Oct. 22 (7-8 p.m.) Medicare: Open Enrollment Review for 2012 – Find out what you need to know about Medicare before the open enrollment period. Please register.

Monday, Oct. 22 (3:30-5:30 p.m.) Teen Lounge – Need a place to hang out after school? Come to WPPL's Teen Lounge on Monday afternoons! We've got computers, video games, board games, snacks and more! Registration not necessary.

Monday, Oct. 22 (7-8:45 p.m.) Westlake Historical Society – Victorian mourning customs. Presented by rangers from the James A. Garfield Historical Site.

Tuesday, Oct. 23 (All Day) The 50 Cent Tour – Lost in the stacks? Stop by the Youth Services Desk and get a tour of the library!

Wednesday, Oct. 24 (10:30-11 a.m.) Let’s Sing and Dance! – Join us for a fun session of singing and dancing. For children ages 2-6 with a caregiver. Space is limited, so please arrive early enough to receive a ticket at the Preschool Desk.

Wednesday, Oct. 24 (2 p.m.) Wednesday Afternoon Book Discussion – October’s selection is "Clara and Mr. Tiffany" by Susan Vreeland.

Wednesday, Oct. 24 (7-8 p.m.) Family Fun Night – Enjoy some Halloween stories and rhymes, decorate a trick-or-treat bag and show off your costume in a library parade! Ages 3-6. Registration begins Oct. 17.

Thursday, Oct. 25 (4-5 p.m.) Monster Storytime – Join us for a special monster storytime! Ages 3-6. Registration begins Oct. 18.

Thursday, Oct. 25 (4-5 p.m.) Family Fun! – Miss Nicole hosts an afternoon of stories, rhymes, silly songs and crafts! For children ages 3 and up with their families. Halloween and homemade make up as well as some costume parts will be available to participants. Please wear clothing you don’t mind getting dirty. All participants will need to return a signed permission slip.

Thursday, Oct. 25 (7-8:30 p.m.) Reiki: Healing From the Heart – Linda Street of Healing From the Heart will teach us about reiki, a form of energy healing. She'll guide us in meditation and the creation of affirmations. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Refreshments will be served. Please register.

Friday, Oct. 26 (10-10:45 a.m.) Come Play With Me! – Open playtime with age-appropriate toys, songs and rhymes for ages 2-5 and their caring adults. Siblings welcome! Registration begins one week before each program.

Friday, Oct. 26 (10 a.m.-noon) Porter’s Fiber Fanatics – Socialize, share, and solve problems while you work on your current project.

Friday, Oct. 26 (11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.) Connecting for Kids: "Teach Me to Play" – Experts from the Cuyahoga Board of Developmental Disabilities will lead this playgroup for children 6 years and younger (siblings welcome). Parents will learn how to help their children play and interact with peers through modeling techniques. Children do not need a formal diagnosis to attend. Caregiver must stay in the room. No registration required.

Saturday, Oct. 27 (9 a.m.-noon) Shredding Day – Bring your sensitive documents to be shredded for free by All Ohio Secure Shred. Limit two boxes per car.

Saturday, Oct. 27 (10 a.m.-2 p.m.) Crafts A Go-Go! – Come on in and make a craft! We provide the supplies, you provide the creativity. No registration necessary. Meets in front of the Youth Services Desk.

Saturday, Oct. 27 (10:30-11:30 a.m.) Kids in Motion Sensory Time – Join us for stories, activities, music and more! Program consists of a 30-minute storytime followed by a 30-minute social-sharing time for the group. No registration required. Program is designed to engage children with autism or other special needs/sensory challenges. Each child must have adult caregiver for assistance.

Saturday, Oct. 27 (1-2:15 p.m.) Connecting for Kids Parent Discussion & Facilitated Playgroup – Participate in a discussion group led by a pediatric expert while your children play in a separate room with a CCBDD facilitator. You must RSVP for the playgroup starting one month before each session. Children do not need a formal diagnosis to attend. Topics listed at connectingforkids.org.

Saturday, October 27 (2-3:30 p.m.) Porter's Fall Festival – Celebrate fall with us! We'll have leaf rubbing, apple print crafts and a special treat! For children ages 5 and up.

Saturday, Oct. 27 (2:30-3:30 p.m.) Brick Builders Club – Love those LEGO bricks? Then bring your ideas and imagination to the club! All bricks provided. Ages 6-13. Registration begins one week before each session.

Monday, October 29 (1-7 p.m.) American Red Cross Bloodmobile

Monday, Oct. 29 (3:30-5:30 p.m.) Teen Lounge – Need a place to hang out after school? Come to WPPL's Teen Lounge on Monday afternoons! We've got computers, video games, board games, snacks and more! Registration not necessary.

Monday, October 29 (7-8:30 p.m.) Business Advisors of Cleveland: Part 3-Marketing a Small Business – Business Advisors of Cleveland discuss marketing a small business and what owners need to be aware of in the changing world of social media. Third of a four-part series. Please register.

Tuesday, October 30 (4-6 p.m.) Monster Movie Matinee – Join us to watch "Monsters, Inc." followed by a monster craft! Ages 6-10. Registration begins Oct. 23.

Tuesday, Oct. 30 (7-8:45 p.m.) Issues in Contemporary Sculpture – Ann Albano will discuss the sculpture exchange between Cleveland and Boston artists this summer. With panelists Elizabeth Emery, Irina Koukhanova, Nancy Prudic and moderator Robert Thurmer. Presented by the Westlake Westshore Arts Council.

Wednesday, Oct. 31 (10:30-11 a.m.) Let’s Sing and Dance! – Join us for a fun session of singing and dancing. For children ages 2-6 with a caregiver. Space is limited, so please arrive early enough to receive a ticket at the Preschool Desk.

To register for any of the programs, please call 440-871-2600 or visit http://signup.westlakelibrary.org:8080.