Gemini: Songs of Peace and Social Justice Sunday, Apr 01 | 2 pm Join us for a live concert, refreshments, and a chance to learn more about the Citizens for Peace organization, which promotes the practice and principles of non-violence. The Library has recently accepted a donation of almost $500 for the purchase of books on peace and justice. Gemini, will play a concert featuring folk songs of the 1960s folk revival as well as poems by ancient and contemporary poets on the themes of peace and social justice, which have been set to original music. In conjunction with the Citizens for Peace organization. Zumba Dance Party* Thursday, Apr 05, 19, 26 & May 10 | 9:30 am Lisa Davis will lead a Zumba Dance Party! The Zumba® program fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow moves to create a one-of-a-kind fitness program that will blow you away Be sure to wear comfortable clothing and low tread shoes. All Fitness Levels Welcome. No Dance Experience Necessary! District Coffee Hour Monday, Apr 09 | 9 - 10 am Join State Senator Glenn Anderson with State Representative Richard LeBlanc for a monthly district coffee hour. Ask questions and share your concerns with your local government officials. Trigger Point Therapy* Tuesday, Apr 10 | 7 pm Join Dr. Brian K. Brackey, D.C., to learn more about simple methods for dealing with everyday stress without pharmaceuticals. Grand Canyon Adventures* Wednesday, Apr 11 | 7 pm Bill Craig, Holliday Nature Preserve Association President, will share his hiking and rafting experiences in Grand Canyon National Park. His slideshow presentation will appeal to anyone considering a trip out West or just interested in beautiful scenery. Please bring any stories you have of your own adventures "below the rim". eReader Support Group Thursday, Apr 12 | 6 - 8 pm Do you have an eReader? Want to learn more about it? Drop in on the 2nd Thursday of each month to meet with other eReader users, share your eReader expertise, or learn some tips and tricks for getting the most out of your device. Open Mic Night Thursday, Apr 12 | 7 pm Sing, read, play, express at our monthly open mic nights. Local Bluesman John Latini emcees. Lessons Learned from the Great Recession* Monday, Apr 16 | 7 pm Learn how to find investing opportunities in today's markets, keep emotions from affecting your financial decisions and get back on track toward reaching your financial goals. Andrew Gagne, Financial Advisor, Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. will show you how to get started. Eat Your Veggies: Quick, Easy and Nutritional Meal Planning* Tuesday, Apr 17 | 7 pm Join Sharon Strebbing of the Plymouth/Westland Grange to get the skinny on the real nutritional value of your food, and how to eat well with a busy schedule and tight budget. Veterans Writing Group Wednesday, Apr 18 | 7 pm Join veteran and working-class poet, Mark Durfee, as he helps veterans of all foreign wars explore their wartime experiences through writing. Writers of all styles (poetry, fiction, memoir) are encouraged to attend. Screenwriting Workshop* Thursday, Apr 19 | 7 pm Learn about the art of writing for the big and small screens with Drew Tierney, screenwriter and novelist. Writers Club* Monday, Apr 23 | 7 pm Do you have stories, 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, Apr 24 | 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. Sheila Landis Trio: Poetry of the Blues/Music and Metaphor* Thursday, Apr 26 | 7 pm The Sheila Landis Trio featuring Rick Matle (on 7 String Guitar) will blend two of their popular programsinto one fun-filled night. Starting off with a chance to learn about truly American music which is the basis for much of what we hear today. Afterward, attendees may submit their own material for on-the-spot interpretation, as performed by the Sheila Landis Trio. Feeling brave? Come up and perform with the band! Sign required if you plan on having your poetry or writing interpreted or simply stop on in. Monthly Book Clubs* Adult Tuesday, Apr 17 | 7 pm Homer & Langley by E. L. Doctorow NEW: Noontime Monday, Apr 23 | 12 pm Mr. Pip by Lloyd Jones Science Fiction/Fantasy Wednesday, Apr 25 | 7 pm The Windup Girl by Paulo Bacigalupi | Red Cross Blood Drive* Monday, Apr 23 | 10 am - 4 pm Make an appointment by visiting redcrossblood.org, calling the Reference Desk or calling 1-800-GIVELIFE or just drop in that day! Donors with appointments will be given priority. Money Smart Week: April 21 - 28 Community Shred Saturday, Apr 21 | 10 am - 2 pm The library is kicking off Money Smart Week with a Community Shred, with help from General Shredding. Shred financial documents for free in a secure shredder. This will be a drive-up event in our pavilion area, so please feel free to stop in anytime. Note: There is a 100 pound per car limit. Understanding Your Credit Report* Monday, Apr 23 | 7 pm Join Jenny Hale from the Wayne-Westland Federal Credit Union as she breaks down the information in a credit report and explains ways to improve your score. Starting a Small Business* Wednesday, Apr 25 | 7 pm The Small Business and Technology Development Center at Schoolcraft Community College will be here to conduct an overview of their Entrpreneurial Series to help you better address your goals. Social Security Seminar* Thursday, Apr 26 | 2 pm Do you have questions about your Social Security benefits and how to assign entitlement? Are you curious how your Social Security is taxed? Get answers to these and other questions about Social Security benefits with Co-Op Services Credit Union Retirement Advisor, Dan Devine. Westland Writes...Poetry and Stories Submissions accepted Apr 01 to Apr 28 Seeking Westland Writes...Submissions Would you like to be published in our annual addition to the Westland Writes...series? Submit a poem or story during your next library visit or email a copy of to andy.schuck@westlandlibrary.org. Please include your name and contact information, including a phone number. Ekphrasis Poetry Contest Write a poem inspired by one of the many pieces of art hanging in our library stacks. The winner will be announced at the May 1st release of our Westland Writes... poetry book! 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. Job Seekers Lab Tuesdays | 10 am - 1 pm
Wednesdays | 5 pm - 8 pm
Fridays | 1pm - 4 pm A librarian will be available to assist you in filing for unemployment, creating and uploading a resume and other job-related tasks. Movies in the Library Wednesday, Apr 18 | 3 pm Join us for a viewing of The Greatest Generation (2010), a documentary film about the lives of veterans and other Detroiters during World War II. Joe Salvio, an area Veteran and historian, will be on hand to answer your questions after the viewing. In partnership with American House of Westland. Wednesday, Apr 18 | 7 pm Join us for a viewing of the documentary film: The Cave of Forgotten Dreams. The Chauvet Cave in southern France holds what are believed to be man's earliest cave paintings, at an estimated 32,000 years old. When they were discovered in 1994, the French government cut off access to the site, allowing in only a select few archaeologists and paleontologists…and one filmmaker. Join us for Werner Herzog's examination of this beautiful artwork, and his conversations with historians and scientists about what this art reveals about our ancient ancestors, and about us. Refreshments will be provided. Friday Night Movies Fridays | 7 pm [after hours - doors open at 6:30] Apr 06
The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo (R) Apr 13 - Dinner and Movie
War Horse (PG-13)
Dinner at 6:15. Beaver Creek Tackle and Beer, Co. Will provide delicious shepherd's pie and fish n' chips. Tickets are $10 and must be purchased in advance. Apr 20
Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy (R) Apr 27
Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close (PG-13)
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