Looking Good on a Budget* Monday, Dec 05 | 7 pm Image Consultant Simone Lowe will show you how to stretch your fashion budget to look and feel good everyday, whether it is for a job or with friends and family. Three Secrets to a Healthy Life* Monday, Dec 05 | 7 pm Join Dr. Brian K. Brackey, D.C., to learn more about simple methods for losing weight, reducing stress, and functioning at 100% at all times. eReader Information Session* Tuesday, Dec 06 | 7 pm Thinking about adding an e-reader to your holiday wish list, but don't know which one is right for you? We'll have an e-reader specialist from the Westland Best Buy to demonstrate the differences between the different brands and models. You'll get a chance to see up close the Kindle Keyboard and the Barnes & Noble Nook. Future of NASA* Wednesday, Dec 07 | 7 pm Join NASA JPL Solar System Ambassador, Sarah Smith, as she discusses the future of NASA and America's work in space. Sarah will have NASA goodies to give away to everyone who attends. Cookie Exchange* Sunday, Dec 11 | 4 pm There are so many great holiday recipes, how do we choose? With a cookie exchange, of course! Share your favorite recipe with others and try out some new ones, too! Bring in your favorite recipe, 2 dozen homemade cookies and leave with samples and recipes from other baking enthusiasts. Red Cross Blood Drive* Thursday, Dec 29 | 10 - 4 pm We will be hosting a blood drive all day in meeting rooms A and B. Make an appointment by stopping by or calling the Circulation desk, calling 1-800-GIVELIFE or just drop in! Donors with appointments will be given priority. Holiday Concerts Gratitude Steel Band Sunday, Dec 04 | 2 pm Celebrate the sounds of the season, Caribbean-style, with The Gratitude Steel Band as they perform their "Holiday in the Islands" theme. 'Nique LoveRhodes Sunday, Dec 11 | 3 pm Join us for some afternoon hip-hop. 'Nique brings her own positive spin to this genre known for its verbal dexterity. Note: this concert has a later, 3 p.m. start time. Kim Waldorf Sunday, Dec 18 | 2 pm Harpist Kim Waldorf performs soothing holiday music for young and old. Movies in the Library Wednesday, Dec 21 | 7 pm Join us for a viewing of the documentary film: Exit Through the Gift Shop. Through his relationships with Paris' street artists, amateur filmmaker Thierry Guetta comes to focus on the ever-elusive Banksy, documenting his work and eventually becoming something of a street artist in his own right. By the end of the film subject and documentarist have switched roles, with incredible results. Brilliant documentary or elaborate artistic hoax? You decide. Refreshments will be provided. Friday Night Movies Fridays | 7 pm [after hours - doors open at 6:30] Dec 02
Horrible Bosses (PG-13) Dec 09
Super 8 (PG) Dec 16 - Dinner and Movie
Water for Elephants (PG-13)
Doors open at 6:15. Delicious pizza will be provided by Toarmina's. $5 tickets must be purchased in advance. Dec 23
Crazy, Stupid Love (PG-13) Dec 30
Midnight in Paris (PG-13) | Open Mic Night Thursday, Dec 08 | 7 pm Sing, read, play, express at our monthly open mic nights. Local bluesman John Latini emcees. Screenwriting Workshop Thursday, Dec 08 | 7 pm Learn about the art of writing for the big and small screens with Drew Tierney, screenwriter and novelist. Writers Club Monday, Dec 19 | 7 pm Do you have stories or poems or ideas you would like others to hear, but not critique, in a casual atmosphere? Led by Cheryl Vatcher-Martin. Westland Writers Workshop Tuesday, Dec 20 | 7 pm The Writers Workshop critiques individuals' writing in a workshop setting. All genres accepted. We will tell you what is working with your piece, as well as what needs improvement. Crafty Gifts Glass Etching* Tuesday, Dec 13 | 6:30 pm Turn ordinary glass into an extraordinary present! We'll show you how to etch wintery designs onto water glasses to make a personalized gift. Just for Teens: Hot Beverage Sleeves* Thursday, Dec 15 | 6 pm We're making hot beverage cozies or sleeves from felt. They are perfect to place over your disposable hot chocolate or tea container to protect your hands from heat. They also make great gifts for any coffee drinker you know! Paper Ornaments* Saturday, Dec 17 | 2 pm Come learn how to make some beautiful paper ornaments for your Christmas tree or to give to others this holiday season. Instructions and materials will be provided. Hot Cocoa Kits* Monday, Dec 19 | 6:30 pm Have a lot of people on your "nice" list? Make a gift for them that's fun, delicious and inexpensive. We'll show you how to make your own cocoa mix, personalize marshmallows, and wrap it up in a holiday package. A great gift for teachers and coworkers! All Ages Welcome! Monthly Book Clubs* Adult Book Club Tuesday, Dec 20 | 7 pm Fordlandia: The Rise and Fall of Henry Ford's Forgotten Jungle City by Greg Grandin Science Fiction/Fantasy The Science Fiction/Fantasy book club will return in January. Look for these Programs Every Month: Computer Classes A variety of free, hands-on computer classes are offered every month at the library. Space is limited, so sign up at the Reference Desk. Chess Club Thursdays | 6 pm Saturdays | 1 pm Like to play chess? Come to the Westland Chess Group and hang out and play a couple of games. Bring your own board or use one of ours. Novices to chess masters are all welcome. Drop-In Knitting Night Wednesdays | 7 pm Join Linda Sparkman of Black sheep Northville as she provides group and individual instruction. All skill levels are welcome. Job Seekers Lab Tuesdays | 10 am - 1 pm
Wednesdays | 5 pm - 8 pm
Fridays | 1pm - 4pm A librarian will be available to assist you in filing for unemployment, creating and uploading a resume and other job-related tasks. |
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