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Wed, Dec 03, 10:30am - 11:15am
Storytime Room
Join us for this storytime designed for children who may not be successful in a typical storytime experience. Wednesday and Thursday programs are... more
Join us for this storytime designed for children who may not be successful in a typical storytime experience. Wednesday and Thursday programs are identical. Ages 3 to 7 years.

Wed, Dec 03, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Storytime Room
Join us for rhymes, songs, and play! Ages 3 1/2 - 5 with a caregiver. Siblings are welcome.

Wed, Dec 03, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Craft Room
One Wednesday each month, take a moment to make something. For the crafty teens out there, this program is for you. Grades 5-12

Wed, Dec 03, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Storytime Room
Join us for rhymes, songs and play! Children are welcome to wear their pajamas and bring along a stuffed animal for Storytime! Ages 2-6 with a caregiver.

Thu, Dec 04, 9:30am - 10:00am
Storytime Room
NEW! Due to room capacity limits, everyone attending storytime must pick up a ticket at the Youth Services Desk, available beginning at 9:15 a.m. the... more
NEW! Due to room capacity limits, everyone attending storytime must pick up a ticket at the Youth Services Desk, available beginning at 9:15 a.m. the morning of each session. Space is limited. .

Thu, Dec 04, 10:15am - 10:45am
Storytime Room
NEW! Due to room capacity limits, everyone attending storytime must pick up a ticket at the Youth Services Desk, available beginning at 10:00 a.m. the... more
NEW! Due to room capacity limits, everyone attending storytime must pick up a ticket at the Youth Services Desk, available beginning at 10:00 a.m. the morning of each session. Space is limited..

Thu, Dec 04, 1:30pm - 2:15pm
Storytime Room
Join us for this storytime designed for children who may not be successful in a typical storytime experience. Wednesday and Thursday programs are... more
Join us for this storytime designed for children who may not be successful in a typical storytime experience. Wednesday and Thursday programs are identical. Ages 3 to 7 years.

Sat, Dec 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room
Join us for rhymes, songs and play! Ages 2-6 with a caregiver.

Sat, Dec 06, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Storytime Room
We will read one story then make a craft based on the story. Ages 4-7 with a caregiver, siblings welcome.

Sun, Dec 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Storytime Room
Bring at least one piece of clothing or a soft toy to the library that needs to be repaired and learn basic sewing techniques to extend the life of your... more
Bring at least one piece of clothing or a soft toy to the library that needs to be repaired and learn basic sewing techniques to extend the life of your favorite clothes and toys! Grades 3-5, Adult.

Mon, Dec 08, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Celebrate December with some fun crafts. Space is limited. Registration required. Crafts recommended for ages 3-7.
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Mon, Dec 08, 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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Mon, Dec 08, 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.

Tue, Dec 09, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Craft Room
Paint a glow-in-the dark jar to look like the northern lights. Grades 2-4.

Wed, Dec 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Craft Room,Teen Lounge
Who says you can't play with your food? Select Wednesdays each month, drop by the Teen Lounge after school for a snack-related activity. Enjoy the process... more
Who says you can't play with your food? Select Wednesdays each month, drop by the Teen Lounge after school for a snack-related activity. Enjoy the process then eat the results. Grades 5-12.

Wed, Dec 10, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Makerspace
Teens ages 11-15 are welcome in the Makerspace to create a holiday project with the Makerspace equipment! Make a holiday 3D ornament!
Registration opens Wednesday, December 3 2025 at 9:00am

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Wed, Dec 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Do you love LEGO® bricks? Then bring your ideas and imagination to Brick Builders! Bricks provided. No registration required. Ages 5-12.

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Have the ultimate holiday cookie recipe? Enter WPPL's 2nd Annual Holiday Cookie Bake Off and share your creations on Sunday, December 14! Adult and Junior amateur bakers can win for best tasting, best presentation or people's choice.

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Jesse Jukebox and DJ Terkey Sandwich

Sign up today to join Jesse Jukebox and DJ Terkey Sandwich on Tuesday, December 16 at 6 p.m. at the Friends Pavilion for an interactive Winter Warm-up concert where kids can be kids and grown-ups have fun, too!

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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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Go to Beanstack

Enjoy reading 1000 Books Before Kindergarten with your little ones! Reading together before your child starts school builds a solid foundation for learning. Track your books on Beanstack and earn digital badges all along the way.

Downloads & Streaming for Kids
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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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