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Adult ESL Class

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
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.

Visit with Santa

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Tots (babies - pre-K), Kids (grades K-5), Teens (grades 6-12), All Ages
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.

Talk & Click Winter Adventure

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Grove City Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games, Gaming & Puzzles
Registration 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

7:30pm - 8:30pm
All Ages
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.

Job Search Assistance

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Adults
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

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
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.

In Other Worlds Book Club: Series Edition

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
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.

Teen Trivia (Taylor's Version)

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens (grades 6-12)
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.

Adult Book Discussion

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults
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
Kids (grades K-5)
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.

MUSH! with Noggin the Sled Dog

11:00am - 12:30pm
Tots (babies - pre-K), Kids (grades K-5), Teens (grades 6-12), Adults, All Ages
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.

MUSH! with Noggin the Sled Dog

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Tots (babies - pre-K), Kids (grades K-5), Teens (grades 6-12), Adults, All Ages
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

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
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

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Grove City Library
Room: Large Meeting Room A - Grove City
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Hobbies
Registration 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

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Adults
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.

Job Search Assistance *BY APPOINTMENT ONLY*

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
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.

Crochet and Cocoa

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
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!

DIY: Macramé Tree Garland

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Grove City Library
Room: Small Meeting Room B - Grove City
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Hobbies
Registration 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.

Chef Battle with the Cooking Caravan

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tots (babies - pre-K), Kids (grades K-5), Teens (grades 6-12), Adults, All Ages
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.

Job Search Assistance

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Adults
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

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
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

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tots (babies - pre-K), Kids (grades K-5), All Ages
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.

In Other Worlds Book Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
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
Kids (grades K-5)
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.