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Preschool Storytime

Preschool Story Time

Tuesday, November 12, 2019, 11:00 am

Share the fun of reading with your children ages 3-5 years old. Children and their grownups, will explore stories and activities to encourage children to develop a lifelong love of reading and learning. These 30-to-40-minute programs are designed to promote language and listening skills, expand children’s imaginations and arouse their curiosity about the world around them.
War and Peace by Leo TolstoyIntimidating Book Club

The Intimidating Book Club

Tuesday, November 12, 2019, 6:30 pm

Intended for those who have always wanted to read that one classic novel of gargantuan proportions but never did (or didn't finish). This group will read a notoriously lengthy book widely considered a classic, section by section, and meet monthly for a one hour discussion.
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Word + Image, Series II (IONA)

Wednesday, November 13, 2019, 10:00 am

This series II session combines poetry with visual arts. We’ll look at how different artists and poets approach the creative process in making their work. These discoveries will serve as jumping off points for our own responses, whether it’s writing a poem, or making a collage, a drawing, or a mixed media piece. These classes are designed for participants ages 60+. Sessions end at 11:30 a.m. Please note: There will be no class on Wednesday, Oct. 16.
Craft Clip Art

Family Craft

Wednesday, November 13, 2019, 4:00 pm

Join us for arts & crafts in the children's area. We will provide supplies.  Recommended for ages 5-10.
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Toni Morrison Book Club: Home

Wednesday, November 13, 2019, 6:30 pm

Please join us for a discussion of Toni Morrison’s 2012 novel, Home. In honor of Nobel laureate Toni Morrison's profound literary legacy, and the approaching 50th anniversary of the publication of her debut novel, The Bluest Eye (1970), visit West End library for a series of literature circles centered on eight of her novels.   Oct. 17 | God Help the Child
Baby and Toddler Storytime

Baby and Toddler Story Time

Thursday, November 14, 2019, 10:00 am

These 20-to-30-minute story times are full of books, songs, rhymes and finger plays for children birth to 2 years old. Baby and Toddler Story Time features more activity and movement than the Lap Time program. Children and their grownups are encouraged engage with the books and songs and to actively participate in the program. West End Library Baby and Toddler Story Time is a great way to introduce your child to language skills in a positive and fun environment.  
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Not Ready to Retire: An author talk with Elizabeth White

Thursday, September 26, 2019, 12:00 pm

You’re in your fifties, sixties or beyond and have saved nothing or not nearly enough to retire. You don’t want to be blamed or shamed about it. Too late for that. What you want to know is whether there is anything you can do now to intercept the precarious financial path you’re on.
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PAL Pajama Party

Sunday, November 17, 2019, 2:00 pm

A pajama party with REAL certified comfort dogs from our local partner PAL (People Animals Love)!
Baby and Toddler Storytime

Baby and Toddler Story Time

Monday, November 18, 2019, 10:00 am

These 20-to-30-minute story times are full of books, songs, rhymes and finger plays for children birth to 2 years old. Baby and Toddler Story Time features more activity and movement than the Lap Time program. Children and their grownups are encouraged engage with the books and songs and to actively participate in the program. West End Library Baby and Toddler Story Time is a great way to introduce your child to language skills in a positive and fun environment.  
Baby and Toddler Storytime

Baby and Toddler Story Time

Tuesday, November 19, 2019, 10:00 am

These 20-to-30-minute story times are full of books, songs, rhymes and finger plays for children birth to 2 years old. Baby and Toddler Story Time features more activity and movement than the Lap Time program. Children and their grownups are encouraged engage with the books and songs and to actively participate in the program. West End Library Baby and Toddler Story Time is a great way to introduce your child to language skills in a positive and fun environment.  

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