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Adult ESL Class

Monday, December 9, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Large Meeting Room - Westland at Westland Area Library
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Practice your listening and speaking skills in this free class for adult students of English as a Second Language (ESL). Classes are held Monday and Wednesday evenings led by instr...

Library Branch: Westland Area Library
Room: Large Meeting Room - Westland
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Practice your listening and speaking skills in this free class for adult students of English as a Second Language (ESL).

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

santa hat in snow next to miniature decorated Christmas tree

Visit with Santa

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
WAL Youth Services Program Space at Westland Area Library
Program Type:
Family, Performance/Presentation
Age Group:
Tots (babies - pre-K), Kids (grades K-5), Teens (grades 6-12), All Ages
Event Details:

Join us for a special visit with the jolly fella from the North Pole! Santa is making a stop at the Westland Area Library for pictures (take your own) and hot cocoa. All ages are w...

Library Branch: Westland Area Library
Room: WAL Youth Services Program Space
Age Group: Tots (babies - pre-K), Kids (grades K-5), Teens (grades 6-12), All Ages
Program Type: Family, Performance/Presentation
Event Details:

Join us for a special visit with the jolly fella from the North Pole! Santa is making a stop at the Westland Area Library for pictures (take your own) and hot cocoa. All ages are welcome to participate in this holiday event. 

Disclaimer(s)

Library events may be photographed/filmed for promotion in library publications and online. Attendance automatically confers consent for your likeness to be used. Please notify staff if you do not wish for you or your child to be photographed.

An old-school computer monitor with snow inside the monitor screen and the Talk & Click Adventures logo in front of the snow. (text on top of white speech bubbles and a green cursor)

Talk & Click Winter Adventure

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Board Room at Grove City Library
Program Type:
Games, Gaming & Puzzles
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

 Come get swept up in this winter wonderland adventure/puzzle game!We'll start by finishing up our last adventure: Six-Gun Showdown! Then, we'll hop into a quick seasonal Talk...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Grove City Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games, Gaming & Puzzles
Required
Event Details:

 

Come get swept up in this winter wonderland adventure/puzzle game!

We'll start by finishing up our last adventure: Six-Gun Showdown! Then, we'll hop into a quick seasonal Talk & Click Adventure.

Disclaimer(s)

Library events may be photographed/filmed for promotion in library publications and online. Attendance automatically confers consent for your likeness to be used. Please notify staff if you do not wish for you or your child to be photographed.

SPL Board Meeting

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Large Meeting Room A - Grove City at Grove City Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

This is the monthly Board of Trustees meeting for Southwest Public Libraries. These meetings are open to the public.

Library Branch: Grove City Library
Room: Large Meeting Room A - Grove City
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

This is the monthly Board of Trustees meeting for Southwest Public Libraries. These meetings are open to the public.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

graphic representing someone reviewing a resume

Job Search Assistance

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Public PCs - Westland at Westland Area Library
Program Type:
Life Skills
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Get individual resume advice and your job search questions answered in a session with career consultant Tim McNish. In partnership with Jewish Family Services. All are welcome! Cal...

Library Branch: Westland Area Library
Room: Public PCs - Westland
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Life Skills
Event Details:

Get individual resume advice and your job search questions answered in a session with career consultant Tim McNish. In partnership with Jewish Family Services. All are welcome! Call Tim at 614-559-0207 to get scheduled.

Adult ESL Class

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Large Meeting Room - Westland at Westland Area Library
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Practice your listening and speaking skills in this free class for adult students of English as a Second Language (ESL). Classes are held Monday and Wednesday evenings led by instr...

Library Branch: Westland Area Library
Room: Large Meeting Room - Westland
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Practice your listening and speaking skills in this free class for adult students of English as a Second Language (ESL).

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Winter 24-25 Fantasy Books

In Other Worlds Book Club: Series Edition

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Board Room at Grove City Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Adult fantasy book club dedicated to reading fantasy series! Join us this winter as we finish Victoria Aveyard’s Red Queen series and start Lev Grossman's Magicians Trilogy. W...

Library Branch: Grove City Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading
Event Details:

Adult fantasy book club dedicated to reading fantasy series!

Disclaimer(s)

Library events may be photographed/filmed for promotion in library publications and online. Attendance automatically confers consent for your likeness to be used. Please notify staff if you do not wish for you or your child to be photographed.

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Teen Trivia (Taylor's Version)

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Grove City Teen Area at Grove City Library
Program Type:
Games, Gaming & Puzzles, Teen
Age Group:
Teens (grades 6-12)
Event Details:

Think you’re the ultimate Swiftie? Test your Taylor Swift knowledge at our teen trivia night and compete for fun prizes–all while celebrating your favorite hits and iconic moments!...

Library Branch: Grove City Library
Room: Grove City Teen Area
Age Group: Teens (grades 6-12)
Program Type: Games, Gaming & Puzzles, Teen
Event Details:

Think you’re the ultimate Swiftie? Test your Taylor Swift knowledge at our teen trivia night and compete for fun prizes–all while celebrating your favorite hits and iconic moments! 

Disclaimer(s)

Library events may be photographed/filmed for promotion in library publications and online. Attendance automatically confers consent for your likeness to be used. Please notify staff if you do not wish for you or your child to be photographed.

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Adult Book Discussion

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Large Meeting Room - Westland at Westland Area Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Adults, join us on the following dates to discuss:Dec. 12 – The Joy Luck Club by Amy TanJan. 9 – Night by Elie WieselFeb. 13 – Lonesome Dove by Larry McMurtryAdult B...

Library Branch: Westland Area Library
Room: Large Meeting Room - Westland
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading
Event Details:

Adults, join us on the following dates to discuss:

Kids' Take and Make

All Day
Westland Area Library
Program Type:
Take & Make
Age Group:
Kids (grades K-5)
Event Details:

Pick up a Take & Make kit for kids every Friday at Westland Area Library with supplies and instructions to enjoy a craft or activity at home. Available during service hours whi...

Library Branch: Westland Area Library
Age Group: Kids (grades K-5)
Program Type: Take & Make
Event Details:

Pick up a Take & Make kit for kids every Friday at Westland Area Library with supplies and instructions to enjoy a craft or activity at home. Available during service hours while supplies last.

a team of sled dogs wearing bright orange snow boots pulling a sled driven by their musher through the snow

MUSH! with Noggin the Sled Dog

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
GCL Youth Services Area at Grove City Library
Program Type:
Animals & Nature, Educational, Performance/Presentation
Age Group:
Tots (babies - pre-K), Kids (grades K-5), Teens (grades 6-12), Adults, All Ages
Event Details:

Come see Noggin the Sled Dog and his human Musher Karen! Did you know sled dogs have saved lives? In the 1925 Diptheria Serum Run, Balto, Togo, and many other heroic sled dogs...

Library Branch: Grove City Library
Room: GCL Youth Services Area
Age Group: Tots (babies - pre-K), Kids (grades K-5), Teens (grades 6-12), Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Animals & Nature, Educational, Performance/Presentation
Event Details:

Come see Noggin the Sled Dog and his human Musher Karen! 

Disclaimer(s)

Library events may be photographed/filmed for promotion in library publications and online. Attendance automatically confers consent for your likeness to be used. Please notify staff if you do not wish for you or your child to be photographed.

team of sled dogs wearing orange snow boots pulling sled in snow driven by their musher

MUSH! with Noggin the Sled Dog

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
WAL Youth Services Program Space at Westland Area Library
Program Type:
Animals & Nature, Performance/Presentation
Age Group:
Tots (babies - pre-K), Kids (grades K-5), Teens (grades 6-12), Adults, All Ages
Event Details:

Come see Noggin the Sled Dog and his human Musher Karen! Did you know sled dogs have saved lives? In the 1925 Diptheria Serum Run, Balto, Togo, and many other heroic sled dogs...

Library Branch: Westland Area Library
Room: WAL Youth Services Program Space
Age Group: Tots (babies - pre-K), Kids (grades K-5), Teens (grades 6-12), Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Animals & Nature, Performance/Presentation
Event Details:

Come see Noggin the Sled Dog and his human Musher Karen! 

Disclaimer(s)

Library events may be photographed/filmed for promotion in library publications and online. Attendance automatically confers consent for your likeness to be used. Please notify staff if you do not wish for you or your child to be photographed.

Adult ESL Class

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Large Meeting Room - Westland at Westland Area Library
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Practice your listening and speaking skills in this free class for adult students of English as a Second Language (ESL). Classes are held Monday and Wednesday evenings led by instr...

Library Branch: Westland Area Library
Room: Large Meeting Room - Westland
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Practice your listening and speaking skills in this free class for adult students of English as a Second Language (ESL).

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Watercolor Club Group A

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Large Meeting Room A - Grove City at Grove City Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Required
Library Branch: Grove City Library
Room: Large Meeting Room A - Grove City
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Hobbies
Required

Disclaimer(s)

Library events may be photographed/filmed for promotion in library publications and online. Attendance automatically confers consent for your likeness to be used. Please notify staff if you do not wish for you or your child to be photographed.

Legal Aid with LASC

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Community Education Room at Westland Area Library
Program Type:
Educational, Life Skills
Age Group:
Adults
Legal Aid:

Monthly walk-in program offered the 3rd Tuesday of each month. Get free legal advice from the Legal Aid Society of Columbus regarding civil issues such as tenant-landlord issues, p...

Library Branch: Westland Area Library
Room: Community Education Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational, Life Skills

Monthly walk-in program offered the 3rd Tuesday of each month. Get free legal advice from the Legal Aid Society of Columbus regarding civil issues such as tenant-landlord issues, public benefits, Medicare/Medicaid, SNAP and other non-criminal matters.

illustration of several resumes

Job Search Assistance *BY APPOINTMENT ONLY*

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Study Room 124 at Grove City Library
Program Type:
Life Skills
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

*BY APPPOINTMENT ONLY* Get individual resume advice and your job search questions answered in a free, 30-minute session with career consultant Tim McNish. In partnership with Jewis...

Library Branch: Grove City Library
Room: Study Room 124
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Life Skills
Event Details:

*BY APPPOINTMENT ONLY* Get individual resume advice and your job search questions answered in a free, 30-minute session with career consultant Tim McNish.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Multi-colored strands of different fibers are shown all strewn together

Crochet and Cocoa

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Large Meeting Room - Westland at Westland Area Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Retreat from the cold with some crochet, hot cocoa, and conversation! Feel free to bring your current project or use some of our supplies to start something new. Other fiber crafts...

Library Branch: Westland Area Library
Room: Large Meeting Room - Westland
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Hobbies
Event Details:

Retreat from the cold with some crochet, hot cocoa, and conversation! Feel free to bring your current project or use some of our supplies to start something new. Other fiber crafts are welcome as well!

Macrame Christmas Tree

DIY: Macramé Tree Garland

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Small Meeting Room B - Grove City at Grove City Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Make your own festive macramé tree garland to get you into the holiday spirit! Photo via YouTube, @AngsCraftsnCreations 

Open
Required
Library Branch: Grove City Library
Room: Small Meeting Room B - Grove City
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Hobbies
Required
Event Details:

Make your own festive macramé tree garland to get you into the holiday spirit! Photo via YouTube, @AngsCraftsnCreations 

Disclaimer(s)

Library events may be photographed/filmed for promotion in library publications and online. Attendance automatically confers consent for your likeness to be used. Please notify staff if you do not wish for you or your child to be photographed.

a view from above of children whisking eggs and other ingredients in stainless mixing bowls

Chef Battle with the Cooking Caravan

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Large Meeting Room A - Grove City at Grove City Library
Program Type:
Performance/Presentation, Other
Age Group:
Tots (babies - pre-K), Kids (grades K-5), Teens (grades 6-12), Adults, All Ages
Event Details:

Are you ready for the culinary throwdown of the century? Join Cooking Caravan chefs as they go head to head in a fierce food battle, and maybe even get the chance to help as a sous...

Library Branch: Grove City Library
Room: Large Meeting Room A - Grove City
Age Group: Tots (babies - pre-K), Kids (grades K-5), Teens (grades 6-12), Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Performance/Presentation, Other
Event Details:

Are you ready for the culinary throwdown of the century? Join Cooking Caravan chefs as they go head to head in a fierce food battle, and maybe even get the chance to help as a sous chef or judge!

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Library events may be photographed/filmed for promotion in library publications and online. Attendance automatically confers consent for your likeness to be used. Please notify staff if you do not wish for you or your child to be photographed.

graphic representing someone reviewing a resume

Job Search Assistance

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Public PCs - Westland at Westland Area Library
Program Type:
Life Skills
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Get individual resume advice and your job search questions answered in a session with career consultant Tim McNish. In partnership with Jewish Family Services. All are welcome! Cal...

Library Branch: Westland Area Library
Room: Public PCs - Westland
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Life Skills
Event Details:

Get individual resume advice and your job search questions answered in a session with career consultant Tim McNish. In partnership with Jewish Family Services. All are welcome! Call Tim at 614-559-0207 to get scheduled.

Adult ESL Class

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Large Meeting Room - Westland at Westland Area Library
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Practice your listening and speaking skills in this free class for adult students of English as a Second Language (ESL). Classes are held Monday and Wednesday evenings led by instr...

Library Branch: Westland Area Library
Room: Large Meeting Room - Westland
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Practice your listening and speaking skills in this free class for adult students of English as a Second Language (ESL).

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Reading in a Winter Wonderland

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
GCL Youth Services Area at Grove City Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Books & Reading, Family, Other
Age Group:
Tots (babies - pre-K), Kids (grades K-5), All Ages
Family Fun:

Bring the whole family to the library for a fun-filled program for all ages!

Event Details:

Walk (and read) in a winter wonderland with us as we celebrate the magic of the season! Enjoy crafts, treats, a photo op, and at 4:30, enjoy a special wintery read-along with us

Library Branch: Grove City Library
Room: GCL Youth Services Area
Age Group: Tots (babies - pre-K), Kids (grades K-5), All Ages
Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Books & Reading, Family, Other
Event Details:

Bring the whole family to the library for a fun-filled program for all ages!

Walk (and read) in a winter wonderland with us as we celebrate the magic of the season! Enjoy crafts, treats, a photo op, and at 4:30, enjoy a special wintery read-along with us

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Library events may be photographed/filmed for promotion in library publications and online. Attendance automatically confers consent for your likeness to be used. Please notify staff if you do not wish for you or your child to be photographed.

Winter 24-25 Fantasy Books

In Other Worlds Book Club

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Board Room at Grove City Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Adult fantasy lovers, join us every month to discuss popular fantasy reads!December 19: The Familiar by Leigh BardugoJanuary 23: Starling House by Alix E. HarrowFebruary ...

Library Branch: Grove City Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading
Event Details:

Adult fantasy lovers, join us every month to discuss popular fantasy reads!

Disclaimer(s)

Library events may be photographed/filmed for promotion in library publications and online. Attendance automatically confers consent for your likeness to be used. Please notify staff if you do not wish for you or your child to be photographed.

Kids' Take and Make

All Day
Westland Area Library
Program Type:
Take & Make
Age Group:
Kids (grades K-5)
Event Details:

Pick up a Take & Make kit for kids every Friday at Westland Area Library with supplies and instructions to enjoy a craft or activity at home. Available during service hours whi...

Library Branch: Westland Area Library
Age Group: Kids (grades K-5)
Program Type: Take & Make
Event Details:

Pick up a Take & Make kit for kids every Friday at Westland Area Library with supplies and instructions to enjoy a craft or activity at home. Available during service hours while supplies last.