November events at Westlake Porter Public Library

Thursday, Nov. 1 (1-7 p.m.) American Red Cross Bloodmobile

Thursdays, Nov. 1 and 8 (6:30-8 p.m.) and Wednesday, Nov. 7 (4-5:30 p.m.) Bow Wow Books – Stop by Youth Services to sign up for a 10-minute reading time with a reading therapy dog. Registration begins each Wednesday at 3:30 p.m. and Thursday at 6 p.m.

Thursday, Nov. 1 (7-8 p.m.) Teen Meditation – Achieve mindfulness through meditation! Meditation has proven helpful with concentration and navigating the challenges of being a teen. Grades 7-12. Registration begins Oct. 25.

Friday, Nov. 2 (4-5 p.m.) Got Science? – Join us as we delve into the world of science. This month’s topic: Apples! Grades 1 and 2. Registration begins Oct. 26.

Saturday, Nov. 3 (10-11:30 a.m.) Beginning Coding for Adults – Learn the basics of coding through self-paced online modules. An instructor will be on hand to help get you started and to facilitate lessons. Please register.

Saturday, Nov. 3 (10-11:15 a.m.) Tai Chi – Discover the healing effects of this movement therapy. Wear comfortable clothing. Please register.

Saturday, Nov. 3 (10-11:15 a.m.) Adapted Storytime – Children with varying learning styles and abilities learn in a safe, supportive environment where respect and appreciation for differences are encouraged. This 30-minute storytime, followed by time for socialization, is designed for children who may not be successful in a typical storytime experience. Content is geared toward ages 3-7, but all ages are welcome. Siblings may also attend, but must register separately. Registration begins one week before each session.

Saturday, Nov. 3 (2-3 p.m.) Brick Builders – Love those bricks? Bring your ideas and imagination! Lego and Duplo bricks provided. For ages 3-12.

Saturday, Nov. 3 (3:30-4 p.m.) Family Storytime – An interactive family storytime featuring books, rhymes, songs, movement and a small craft. For families with children ages 2-6.

Monday, Nov. 5 (1-1:30 p.m.) Yoga Time! – This is a perfect way to introduce yoga and practice simple poses. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a towel or yoga mat. Ages 3 and up with a caregiver.

Monday, Nov. 5 (2-2:45 p.m.) Cross Train Your Brain – Highlights proactive measures you can take to enhance your brain health. This program details benefits of brain fitness and ways to improve cognitive ability. Presented by Brookdale Senior Living Solutions. Please register.

Monday, Nov. 5 (3:30-5:30 p.m.) Teen Lounge – Need a place to hang out after school? We have computers, video games, board games, snacks and more! For grades 7-12 only.

Monday Nov. 5 (4-5 p.m.) Tween Code Club – Learn how to build an app, design a video game, and change the world through code! Grades 3-8. Registration begins one week before each session.

Monday, Nov. 5 (7-8 p.m.) Care and Collection of Vinyl Records – Vinyl is back and it’s as popular as ever! Gus from A Separate Reality Records in Cleveland will discuss what to look for when buying or selling records. He will also talk about storage and upkeep to ensure that your collection can last through generations. Bring your questions and your enthusiasm for music! Please register.

Tuesday, Nov. 6 (10-11:30 a.m.) Intro to Smartphones – Learn the basics of using smartphones, such as screen brightness, wifi settings, adding apps and more! If bringing your device, please bring all account passwords. Please register.

Tuesday, Nov. 6 (2-3:30 p.m.) Conversational Spanish – Spanish is the most popular second language learned in the United States. Learn Spanish vocabulary and pronunciation with an expert instructor.

Tuesday, Nov. 6 (3:30-6 p.m.) Super Smash Tournament – We’re going head-to-head in an epic brawl! Test out your skills in Super Smash to see who will claim the top spot! Retro consoles and other games will be available to play, as well as FREE snacks and pop. For grades 7-12 only.

Tuesday, Nov. 6 (6:30-8 p.m.) Connecting for Kids’ Sensory Consult – Does your child hate “itchy” clothes? Is your child bothered by noises or have difficulty with busy environments? Are you concerned about your child’s frequent meltdowns and difficulty interacting with others? Does your child frequently spin, jump and crash his or her body into things? If so, come to our Sensory Consult where you and your child will meet with a pediatric occupational therapist. This consult is open to children ages 18 months-12 years. This program is supported by Abilities First. Register at connectingforkids.org/register, or by phone: 440-250-5563.   

Tuesday, Nov. 6 (7-8:45 p.m.) Westlake Westshore Arts Council – Stained glass artist Judy Dean will display and demonstrate the fine art of making stained glass. Don’t miss this exciting demonstration and learn more of the fascinating art form that has decorated churches, homes and public buildings for thousands of years!

Wednesday, Nov. 7 (10:15 & 11 a.m.) Let’s Sing and Dance! – Sing and move to the music with Miss Nancy! For children ages 2-6 with a caregiver. Please arrive early to receive a ticket.

Wednesday, Nov. 7 (11 a.m.-noon) Crafty Adults – Create art of your own based on the work of a famous artist or holiday. Specifically for ages 18 and up with developmental or intellectual disabilities.

Wednesday, Nov. 7 (1-2:30 p.m.) Cuyahoga West Genealogy Society Help Session – Please join the genealogy group for an informal walk-in help session.

Wednesdays, Nov. 7 and 14 (4-5:30 p.m.) and Thursdays, Nov. 8 and 15 (6:30-8 p.m.) Bow Wow Books – Stop by Youth Services to sign up for a 10-minute reading time with a reading therapy dog. Registration begins each Wednesday at 3:30 p.m. and Thursday at 6 p.m.

Wednesday, Nov. 7 (6:30-8:30 p.m.) Horror Film Club – Calling all horror film fans: Join us for another creepy classic from the vault ... if you dare! New members are always welcome, but children under 13 should be accompanied by an adult. Please register.

Wednesday, Nov. 7 (7-8:15 p.m.) All About Cheese – Make your holiday cheese tray stand out after attending this tasty and informational session about all things cheese. Samples provided! Program compliments of Heinen’s Supermarkets. Adults 18 and over. Please register.

Wednesdays, Nov. 7, 14 and 21 (10:15 & 11 a.m.) Let’s Sing and Dance! – Sing and move to the music with Miss Nancy! For children ages 2-6 with a caregiver. Please arrive early to receive a ticket.

Wednesdays, Nov. 7 and 14 (4-5:30 p.m.) and Thursdays, November 8 and 15 (6:30-8 p.m.) Bow Wow Books – Stop by Youth Services to sign up for a 10-minute reading time with a reading therapy dog. Registration begins each Wednesday at 3:30 p.m. and Thursday at 6 p.m.

Thursday, Nov. 8 (2-3:30 p.m.) Great Decisions Discussion Program on World Affairs – Discuss critical global issues facing America today. At the beginning of each month a copy of the article may be picked up at the Ask Us Desk. Please read prior to the meeting. Please register.

Thursdays, Nov. 8 and 15 (4-5 p.m.) Code Club! – Learn how to build an app, design a video game and change the world through code! Grades 3-4. Registration begins one week before each session.

Thursday, Nov. 8 (7-8 p.m.) Vibrant Wind Dancers Present: Middle Eastern Montage – Celebrate the mystic sounds of the Middle East with all Middle Eastern style music in this exciting themed program! Please register.

Friday, Nov. 9 (9:30 and 10:30 a.m.) and Saturday, Nov. 10 (9:30, 10:30 and 11:30 a.m.) Connecting for Kids’ Music Therapy & More – For families and their children (ages 0-6 years) who are struggling in an area of development. Join us for a hands-on program led by a board-certified music therapist designed to teach families how to use music to improve their child’s motor, communication and social skills as well as behavior. Siblings (ages 0-6 years) may also attend but must register separately. Each session is 30 minutes. For more information and to register, visit connectingforkids.org/music or call 440-250-5563.

Saturday, Nov. 10 (10-11:15 a.m.) Tai Chi – Discover the healing effects of this movement therapy. Wear comfortable clothing. Please register.

Saturday, Nov. 10 (2-4 p.m.) Carry Out Crafts – Stop by the Youth Services Department to see what our featured craft is this afternoon. We have all the supplies you’ll need to create something fantastic!

Saturday, Nov. 10 (3-5 p.m.) Anime Club – A great club for anime and manga lovers! All otakus and newbies are welcome! Grades 7 to adult.

Sunday, Nov. 11 (2-4 p.m.) Chess Club – Hone your chess skills or learn how to play the game. Recommended for ages 6+, but all ages are welcome. If you have a chess set, please bring it with you.

Mondays, Nov. 12 and 19 (3:30-5:30 p.m.) Teen Lounge – Need a place to hang out after school? We have computers, video games, board games, snacks and more! For grades 7-12 only.

Mondays, Nov. 12 and 19 (4-5 p.m.) Tween Code Club – Learn how to build an app, design a video game, and change the world through code! Grades 3-8. Registration begins one week before each session.

Monday, Nov. 12 (6:30-7:15 p.m.) Adapted Storytime – Children with varying learning styles and abilities learn in a safe, supportive environment where respect and appreciation for differences are encouraged. This 30-minute storytime, followed by time for socialization, is designed for children who may not be successful in a typical storytime experience. Content is geared toward ages 3-7, but all ages are welcome. Siblings may also attend, but must register separately. Registration begins one week before each session.

Monday, Nov. 12 (7-8:30 p.m.) Maker Monday: Transfer 8mm Film to Digital – Did you know that you can transfer to digital from 8mm film or Super 8 with our new converter? Bring a film with you if you want to, plus an SD card. Bring a blank DVD-R to burn to as well. Please register.

Tuesday, Nov. 13 (10:30-11:30 a.m.) Tablet Tuesday User Group – This group will share tips and tricks with each other about using iPads and Android tablets. Kindle Fire users welcome! Please bring your devices. Please register.

Tuesday, Nov. 13 (1-3 p.m.) Job Search Telephone Tips – Before you call them or they call you do you know your purpose, have a script, have the tools you need available and your perfect voice and rate of speech ready? How do you handle objections during a call? Can you do a Skype interview? Are you ready for phone screening interviews at the drop of a hat? Let’s refresh!

Tuesdays, Nov. 13 and 20 (2-3:30 p.m.) Conversational Spanish – Spanish is the most popular second language learned in the United States. Learn Spanish vocabulary and pronunciation with an expert instructor.

Tuesday, Nov. 13 (7 p.m.) Tuesday Evening Book Discussion – In November we’ll discuss "Little Fires Everywhere" by Celeste Ng.

Thursday, Nov. 15 (Preschool session: 6:30 p.m.) and Friday, Nov. 16 (Preschool session: 9:30 a.m. and Toddler Session: 11:30 a.m.) Connecting for Kids’ Teach Me to Play – A play-based program for families and their children (Toddler: ages 18 months-2 years and Preschool: ages 3-6 years) who are struggling in an area of development. Diverse opportunities for learning are provided, with an emphasis on facilitating communication, practicing social interactions and responding to behaviors in a positive way. The program is led by an experienced early intervention specialist and speech-language pathologist. For more information and to register, please call 440-250-5563 or visit connectingforkids.org/play.

Friday, Nov. 16 (10 a.m.-noon) Fiber Fanatics – A time for needlecrafters to share, solve problems and show off.

Friday, Nov. 16 (3:30-4:15 p.m.) Fun Science Friday: Colorful Leaves – Join Mrs. K as we explore the wonders of our world. Fall leaves will change color before our eyes! Discoveries will be made through hands-on experiments, active participation and a simple take-home project. Ages 4-6. Registration begins Nov. 9.

Saturday, Nov. 17 (10 a.m.-4 p.m.) Turkey Time! – It’s almost time to celebrate Thanksgiving! Join us in Youth Services to make some fun turkey crafts to take home.

Saturday, Nov. 17 (10:30-11:30 a.m.) Pokemon Fun! – A fun morning of Pokemon-themed play, prizes and crafts! Ages 6-11.

Saturday, Nov. 17 (2-3 p.m.) Brick Builders – Love those bricks? Bring your ideas and imagination! Lego and Duplo bricks provided. For ages 3-12.

Sunday, Nov. 18 (2-3:30 p.m.) Boredom Busters! – Are you bored? Drop by the Storytime Room and join in the fun! We will have different activities available each month. All ages welcome!

Sunday, Nov. 18 (3-4 p.m.) Art Smarts – Explore works of a well-known artist and then use what you’ve seen to create an art piece of your own! This month’s artist is Wassily Kandinsky. Grades 3-6. Registration begins Nov. 11.

Tuesday, Nov. 20 (7-7:30 p.m.) Bedtime Stories – Put on your pajamas and join Mrs. K. as we unwind at the end of the day with stories, songs, fingerplays and other activities. This month: Goodnight, Trucks. Ages 4-6. Siblings welcome.

Wednesday, Nov. 21 – Library closes at 5 p.m.

Thursday, Nov. 22 – Thanksgiving Day: Library closed

Saturday, Nov. 24 (10:30-11 a.m.) Mother Goose On the Loose! – An interactive storytime featuring simple books, rhymes, songs and movement. For ages birth-3 years old with a caregiver.

Sunday, Nov. 25 (2-3 p.m.) American Girl Doll Club – Samantha Parkington, an orphan living during the early 1900s is compassionate and kind. Her friends consider her a “life saver” because she’s “all heart and ready to help others.” We’ll discuss these qualities while playing games and making a craft. Ages 6-11. Please register.

Sunday, Nov. 25 (2-4 p.m.) Chess Club – Hone your chess skills or learn how to play the game. Recommended for ages 6+, but all ages are welcome. If you have a chess set, please bring it with you.

Monday, Nov. 26 (1-7 p.m.) American Red Cross Bloodmobile

Monday, Nov. 26 (3:30-5:30 p.m.) Teen Lounge – Need a place to hang out after school? We have computers, video games, board games, snacks and more! For grades 7-12 only.

Monday, Nov. 26 (4-5 p.m.) Tween Code Club – Learn how to build an app, design a video game, and change the world through code! Grades 3-8. Registration begins one week before each session.

Tuesday, Nov. 27 (2-3:30 p.m.) Conversational Spanish – Spanish is the most popular second language learned in the United States. Learn Spanish vocabulary and pronunciation with an expert instructor.

Tuesday, Nov. 27 (4-7 p.m.) Ugly Sweater Party – Get ready for the holiday festivities by making your very own ugly sweater! We’ll provide the sweaters and supplies, you bring the creativity to make them as tacky as possible! Grades 7-12. Please register.

Tuesday, Nov. 27 (7-8:30 p.m.) Decorating with Dean's – What’s more festive than winter decorations? Dean’s Greenhouse is coming to WPPL with bright ideas for a delightful holiday filled with beautiful greenery. Please register.

Wednesday, Nov. 28 (10:15 & 11 a.m.) Let’s Sing and Dance! – Sing and move to the music with Miss Nancy! For children ages 2-6 with a caregiver. Please arrive early to receive a ticket.

Wednesday, Nov. 28 (2 p.m.) Wednesday Afternoon Book Discussion – The November selection is "Girl in the Blue Coat" by Monica Hesse.

Wednesday, Nov. 28 (4-5:30 p.m.) and Thursday, Nov. 29 (6:30-8 p.m.) Bow Wow Books – Stop by Youth Services to sign up for a 10-minute reading time with a reading therapy dog. Registration begins each Wednesday at 3:30 p.m. and Thursday at 6 p.m.

Wednesday, Nov. 28 (6:30-8:30 p.m.) Reforesting the Forest City – Holden Arboretum researcher Sandra Albro will be here to discuss the Cleveland Tree Plan and initiatives to improve the city’s tree canopy. Sponsored by the Westlake Garden Club. Please register.

Thursday, Nov. 29 (4-5 p.m.) Code Club! – Learn how to build an app, design a video game and change the world through code! Grades 3-4. Registration begins one week before each session.

Friday, Nov. 30 (10-10:45 a.m.) Come Play With Me! – Open playtime with age-appropriate toys. For children ages 2-5 with a caring adult. Siblings welcome.

To register for any of the programs, please call 440-871-2600 or visit westlakelibrary.evanced.info.

Elaine Willis

Elaine Willis is the Public Relations Associate at Westlake Porter Public Library.

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