Main Library 2nd Floor
Dec 3
Mon 2:30 pm
Individual Computer Classes
Register for a 40 minute appointment with Kristen or Brendan. To sign-up call 781-320-1045 or stop by the Information Desk on the 2nd Floor.
December 2018
Main Library, 2nd Floor
Dec 3
Mon 6:00 pm
Technology Help Drop-in
Come to the Information Desk on the 2nd Floor for assistance with anything technology related. No appointment is necessary.
Tech help is also available throughout the week by appointment. Please call 781-320-1045, or email Molly Riportella at mriportella@minlib.net for more information.
Dec 3
Mon 10:00 am
December Gallery Exhibit: Still Learning - Practice, Play and Pursuits in the Art of Calligraphy
December Gallery Exhibit: Still Learning - Practice, Play and Pursuits in the Art of Calligraphy
Works by Claire Carney Griffin
Islington Branch Library
Dec 4
Tue 10:00 am
Islington Branch Historical Fiction Book Club
Join us for a discussion of Jane Healey's 'The Saturday Evening Girls Club."
Main Library, Community Room
Dec 4
Tue 10:00 am
Armchair Travel with Photojournalist Barry Pell
No passport required! Enjoy coffee with Barry and travel to India- Tradition and Modernity Collide (10/23), Tibet and Nepal (11/27) and the Ancient Silk Road (12/4). Sponsored by the Friends of the Westwood Library and the Westwood Council on Aging.
Main Library: Tuesdays @ 10:00 AM
Oct. 23: India- Tradition and Modernity
Nov. 27: Tibet and Nepal
Dec. 4: The Ancient Silk Road
Children's Department
Dec 4
Tue 10:30 am
Children's Department
Dec 5
Wed 10:30 am
Wondrous Wednesday Storytimes (all-ages, no registration)
For all ages, no registration. Children and their caregiver are welcome to come listen to stories, songs, rhymes, and more! A short craft will be available for those who wish to stay after storytime.
Dec 5
Wed 1:30 pm
Teen Book Club (tweens and teens, no registration—just read the book beforehand)
For tweens and teens in grades 6 - 8, no registration. Take a break from homework and join Lizzy to talk about books and enjoy snacks! Books will be available at the library. Have a question? Email Lizzy at ehmcgovern@minlib.net for more information.
Main Library
Dec 5
Wed 4:00 pm
Preschool StoryCraft
For preschool-aged children and parent/caregiver. This drop-in (no registration) storytime, perfect for preschool-aged children and their families, will feature a story and a themed craft activity.
Main Library, Community Room
Dec 5
Wed 7:00 pm
Mystery Author’s Panel: Making Mystery *Holiday Improv Edition*
In this fun, fast-paced & fascinating improv game, authors Elisabeth Elo, Lisa Lieberman, Arlene Kay and Maureen Milliken will brainstorm on their feet to create a brand new mystery using suggestions provided by the audience- with a seasonal twist! All are welcome!
Islington Branch Library
Dec 6
Thu 10:30 am
Main Library 2nd Floor
Dec 6
Thu 2:30 pm
Individual Computer Classes
Register for a 40 minute appointment with Kristen or Brendan. To sign-up call 781-320-1045 or stop by the Information Desk on the 2nd Floor.
Children's Department
Dec 7
Fri 10:30 am
Baby Rhyme Time (0-18 months & caregiver; no registration)
For babies 0-18 months and a caregiver, no registration. Come enjoy the magic of rhymes and music with your little one! Kristy will lead everyone in traditional rhymes and music as well as wonderful new favorites!
Main Library
Dec 8
Sat 2:00 pm
An Afternoon of Winter Merriment: Author Stroll and Holiday Crafts
You are invited to the Library for An Afternoon of Winter Merriment! Grab a cup of hot cocoa & enjoy an afternoon at the Library. Eat a cookie, send a card to our military heroes, and/or make a family heirloom. Take a stroll through the Library & meet some of today's best authors - have a chat and ask questions! Copies of each author's books will be available for purchase & signing, courtesy of Haley Booksellers (If you are looking for holiday presents, there is something for everybody)! This event is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Westwood Public Library.
Main Library 2nd Floor
Dec 10
Mon 2:30 pm
Individual Computer Classes
Register for a 40 minute appointment with Kristen or Brendan. To sign-up call 781-320-1045 or stop by the Information Desk on the 2nd Floor.
Main Library, 2nd Floor
Dec 10
Mon 6:00 pm
Technology Help Drop-in
Come to the Information Desk on the 2nd Floor for assistance with anything technology related. No appointment is necessary.
Tech help is also available throughout the week by appointment. Please call 781-320-1045, or email Molly Riportella at mriportella@minlib.net for more information.
Dec 10
Mon 10:00 am
December Gallery Exhibit: Still Learning - Practice, Play and Pursuits in the Art of Calligraphy
December Gallery Exhibit: Still Learning - Practice, Play and Pursuits in the Art of Calligraphy
Works by Claire Carney Griffin
Children's Department
Dec 11
Tue 10:30 am
Children's Department
Dec 12
Wed 10:30 am
Wondrous Wednesday Storytimes (all-ages, no registration)
For all ages, no registration. Children and their caregiver are welcome to come listen to stories, songs, rhymes, and more! A short craft will be available for those who wish to stay after storytime.
Main Library
Dec 12
Wed 4:00 pm
Preschool StoryCraft
For preschool-aged children and parent/caregiver. This drop-in (no registration) storytime, perfect for preschool-aged children and their families, will feature a story and a themed craft activity.
Islington Branch
Dec 12
Wed 6:30 pm
Islington Branch Book Group
Join us for a lively discussion of Madeleine L'Engle A Wrinkle in Time.
Islington Branch Library
Dec 13
Thu 10:30 am
Main Library 2nd Floor
Dec 13
Thu 2:30 pm
Individual Computer Classes
Register for a 40 minute appointment with Kristen or Brendan. To sign-up call 781-320-1045 or stop by the Information Desk on the 2nd Floor.
Children's Department
Dec 14
Fri 10:30 am
Baby Rhyme Time (0-18 months & caregiver; no registration)
For babies 0-18 months and a caregiver, no registration. Come enjoy the magic of rhymes and music with your little one! Kristy will lead everyone in traditional rhymes and music as well as wonderful new favorites!
Main Library
Dec 14
Fri 10:30 am
Friday Morning Book Club
Join us for a monthly book discussion! No registration is required. Copies of the book are available at the Main Library and the Islington Branch Library. Call 781-320-1045 or email Molly at mriportella@minlib.net with questions.
Friday, Jan. 26, 2018: To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee
Friday, Feb. 23, 2018: The Underground Railroad by Colson Whitehead
Friday, Mar. 23, 2018: Wonder by RJ Palacio
Friday, Apr. 20, 2018: Tapestry of Fortunes by Elizabeth Berg
Friday, May 18, 2018: Cruel Beautiful World by Caroline Leavitt
Friday, June 22, 2018: Delicious! by Ruth Reichl
Friday, July 27, 2018: Maine by J. Courtney Sullivan
Friday, Aug. 24, 2018: Hillbilly Elegy : a memoir of a family and culture in crisis by J.D. Vance.
Friday, Sept. 28, 2018: My Grandmother Asked Me to Tell You She's Sorry by Fredrik Backman
Friday, Oct. 26, 2018: Clementine: The Life of Mrs. Winston Churchill by Sonia Purnell
Friday, Nov. 30, 2018: News of the World by Paulette Jules
Friday, Dec. 14, 2018: Yankee Book Swap
Main Library
Dec 14
Fri 4:00 pm
Books and Bites Book Club (Registration Required)
For kids in 2nd and 3rd grade. Who loves books?! Who loves snacks?! Who loves book-themed snacks?! Each month 2nd and 3rd graders will read a chosen book and participate in discussion, activities, and themed snacks when possible. Email Kristy @ Kpasquariello@minlib.net for more info.
Children's Department
Dec 15
Sat 10:30 am
Saturday Storytime (all ages, no registration)
All ages, no registration. Kids and their parents/caregivers are welcome to come hear stories, rhymes, and songs!
Gallery
Dec 15
Sat 2:30 pm
Still Learning: Practice, Play and Pursuits in the Art of Calligraphy
Reception and Demonstration by Claire Carney Griffin
Main Library 2nd Floor
Dec 17
Mon 2:30 pm
Individual Computer Classes
Register for a 40 minute appointment with Kristen or Brendan. To sign-up call 781-320-1045 or stop by the Information Desk on the 2nd Floor.
Main Library, 2nd Floor
Dec 17
Mon 6:00 pm
Technology Help Drop-in
Come to the Information Desk on the 2nd Floor for assistance with anything technology related. No appointment is necessary.
Tech help is also available throughout the week by appointment. Please call 781-320-1045, or email Molly Riportella at mriportella@minlib.net for more information.
Dec 17
Mon 10:00 am
December Gallery Exhibit: Still Learning - Practice, Play and Pursuits in the Art of Calligraphy
December Gallery Exhibit: Still Learning - Practice, Play and Pursuits in the Art of Calligraphy
Works by Claire Carney Griffin
Islington Branch
Dec 18
Tue 10:30 am
Winter Singalong (All ages, no registration)
All ages, no registration. Come listen to winter stories, rhymes, and songs!
Islington Branch Library
Dec 20
Thu 10:30 am
Main Library 2nd Floor
Dec 20
Thu 2:30 pm
Individual Computer Classes
Register for a 40 minute appointment with Kristen or Brendan. To sign-up call 781-320-1045 or stop by the Information Desk on the 2nd Floor.
Dec 24
Mon 1:00 pm
Christmas Schedule
The library will close at 1pm on Monday Dec. 24 and remain closed Tuesday Dec. 25.
Main Library 2nd Floor
Dec 24
Mon 2:30 pm
Individual Computer Classes
Register for a 40 minute appointment with Kristen or Brendan. To sign-up call 781-320-1045 or stop by the Information Desk on the 2nd Floor.
Main Library, 2nd Floor
Dec 24
Mon 6:00 pm
Technology Help Drop-in
Come to the Information Desk on the 2nd Floor for assistance with anything technology related. No appointment is necessary.
Tech help is also available throughout the week by appointment. Please call 781-320-1045, or email Molly Riportella at mriportella@minlib.net for more information.
Tuesday, Dec. 25
Christmas Schedule
The library will close at 1pm on Monday Dec. 24 and remain closed Tuesday Dec. 25.
Islington Branch Library
Dec 26
Wed 6:30 pm
Islington Branch Kids’ Scavenger Hunt
Join us at the Branch for a children's scavenger hunt!
Islington Branch Library
Dec 27
Thu 10:00 am
Islington Branch Kids’ Scavenger Hunt
Join us at the Branch for a children's scavenger hunt!
Islington Branch Library
Dec 27
Thu 10:30 am
Dec 27
Thu 2:00 pm
Main Library 2nd Floor
Dec 27
Thu 2:30 pm
Individual Computer Classes
Register for a 40 minute appointment with Kristen or Brendan. To sign-up call 781-320-1045 or stop by the Information Desk on the 2nd Floor.
Dec 28
Fri 11:00 am
WingMasters: Live Owls!
Come join us to learn all about owls from Wingmasters! You may even meet an owl or two.
For children ages 5 and up and parent/caregiver. (Please note: parent/caregiver must remain with child for the entire program).
Dec 31
Mon 11:30 am
Noon Year’s Eve Party!
You and your little one are invited to join us for a early celebration as we count down to Noon!
We will have dancing, crafts, balloons and more!
Main Library 2nd Floor
Dec 31
Mon 2:30 pm
Individual Computer Classes
Register for a 40 minute appointment with Kristen or Brendan. To sign-up call 781-320-1045 or stop by the Information Desk on the 2nd Floor.
Main Library, 2nd Floor
Dec 31
Mon 6:00 pm
Technology Help Drop-in
Come to the Information Desk on the 2nd Floor for assistance with anything technology related. No appointment is necessary.
Tech help is also available throughout the week by appointment. Please call 781-320-1045, or email Molly Riportella at mriportella@minlib.net for more information.
Dec 31
Mon 10:00 am
December Gallery Exhibit: Still Learning - Practice, Play and Pursuits in the Art of Calligraphy
December Gallery Exhibit: Still Learning - Practice, Play and Pursuits in the Art of Calligraphy
Works by Claire Carney Griffin