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Adult Services

Upcoming Adult Programs
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Westlake Independence Day Parade
Sat, Jul 04, 9:30am - 11:00am
Join your favorite library and march in the Westlake Fourth of July Parade! We're celebrating 250 years of independence!
Registration is now closed
Our Founding Documents
Mon, Jul 06, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Dover Room
Over two different sessions (July 6 & July 28) Katie Salis and Chad Statler will discuss the founding documents of our Republic. You can sign up for one or... more
Over two different sessions (July 6 & July 28) Katie Salis and Chad Statler will discuss the founding documents of our Republic. You can sign up for one or both sessions.
Makerspace Foundations: CNC Orientation
Tue, Jul 07, 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. Space is limited and registration is... more
Attend this orientation to get to know the basics of using the CNC router, and become a verified user of the machine. Space is limited and registration is required.
World at War Forum - President George Washington
Tue, Jul 07, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Porter Room
Newly elected President George Washington will chronicle his life with emphasis on the Revolution, the War, the creation of the Constitution, and his hopes... more
Newly elected President George Washington will chronicle his life with emphasis on the Revolution, the War, the creation of the Constitution, and his hopes for the future of our Country.
Declaration of Independence Reading Ceremony
Wed, Jul 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Friends Pavilion
Celebrate America250 with a reading of the Declaration of Independence at the Friends Pavilion with the City of Westlake and Westlake250 partners.
Environmentalism Book Club - "It's Not That Radical" by Mikaela Loach
Wed, Jul 08, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Dover Room,Zoom Programming 2
Written with candor & hope, this book will galvanize readers to take action, offering a practical & transformative look at our circumstances to help... more
Written with candor & hope, this book will galvanize readers to take action, offering a practical & transformative look at our circumstances to help mobilize a majority for the future of our planet.
Tech Bytes: iPhone & iPad Help Session
Thu, Jul 09, 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!
Thursday Night Book Club - "Bel Canto" by Ann Patchett
Thu, Jul 09, 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Westlake Room
When terrorists seize hostages at an embassy party, the unlikely assortment of people thrown together includes an American opera star and her biggest fan, a... more
When terrorists seize hostages at an embassy party, the unlikely assortment of people thrown together includes an American opera star and her biggest fan, a Japanese CEO, other guests and staff.
Polka Picnic at the Pavilion - Presented by the Polka Pirates
Thu, Jul 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Friends Pavilion,Porter Room
Bring your own picnic, lawn chairs and blankets, along with your dancing feet to enjoy the Polka Pirates at the Friends' Pavilion. All ages.
Personalized Picnic Supplies
Fri, Jul 10, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Makerspace
Let's level up your picnic supplies at the Makerspace! You'll use the laser engraver and sublimation printer to personalize cloth napkins and charcuterie... more
Let's level up your picnic supplies at the Makerspace! You'll use the laser engraver and sublimation printer to personalize cloth napkins and charcuterie boards. 
Registration opens Friday, July 3 2026 at 9:00am
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WPPL Blogs for Adults
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visit WPPL Blog sites

Join us at blogs.westlakelibrary.org for info about books, movies, crafts, and much more.

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Go to the Westlake Porter Public Library Summer Library Challenge page

Read or listen to books and complete activities from June 1 to August 1 for a chance to earn prizes in the 2026 Summer Library Challenge! All ages can sign up and log progress online with Beanstack or in person at the library. 

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Stop by WPPL's Free Little Art Gallery (FLAG), located in the lobby, to take a piece of art that inspires you, leave a piece of art that you have created or both! Follow #FLAGatWPPL on social media, too!

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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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Read all the Comics! Get unlimited access to thousands of digital comic books, graphic novels, and manga from more than one hundred publishers with ComicsPlus and your WPPL library card. Find more info on the Download & Stream page.

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!