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Teen & Adult Emily Dickinson Painting - April 2025

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  A new month means another exciting literary-themed painting here at the Westside branch! In celebration of acclaimed poet, Emily Dickinson, this month's painting will be themed around the lyrical poem "Hope is a Thing with feathers." This event  will take place on Saturday, April 5th, from 2 - 4 PM, so be sure to mark your calendars. All materials will be provided, and we'll have a painted sample available for added inspiration as you create your masterpiece. Ages 15+ only. Time to get painting!

Tween & Teen Hangout - April 2025

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April is upon us, and that means we have even more fun programs in store for our Tween & Teen Hangout. We'll kick things off with board games on week 1 to really set the competitive mood with friends. Then on week 2, we'll fire up the video games to really let out bragging rights when it comes to your skills behind a controller. But that's not all! Be sure to join us for Art Club and Book Club during the last two weeks of the month as a nice way to head into May. Be sure to ask at the front desk or give the branch a call to inquire about picking up a copy of this month's book. Hope to see you there!

April 2025 Calendar

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March 2025 Story Time Highlights

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March was filled with exciting activities during Family and Preschool Story Time! Take a look at some of our favorite moments and creations, including a special visit two lovely chickens, painted Things from the world of Dr. Seuss, cute fuzzy bugs, and more! Remember to check out our April calendar for more fun to come, and stay tuned for more highlights to come.

Tween & Teen Hangout - March 2025

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Spring is almost upon us, and that means it's the perfect time to spring into even more fun at our weekly Tween & Teen Hangout! We'll kick things off this month with some board games that are sure to provide some friendly competition. Then again, if you're looking for bragging rights, the following week we'll be picking up some controllers for video game fun! And to set a relaxing mood as we shift into spring, join us for both our art club and book club in the final two weeks of the month. Be sure to ask the front desk for this month's book!

March 2025 Intersession Calendar

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  Spring intersession is almost upon us, and that means we're gearing up for more special events here at Westside! We'll kick things off on Friday, March 7th, with custom balloon cars that are sure to have some zip to them. Looking to make a cute teddy bear wrapped in yarn? On Monday, Mach 10th, we'll be doing our special yarn teddy bears! Or perhaps something dinosaur related would also peak your curiosity, in which case our custom dinosaur fossils activity on March 13th would be the perfect event for you. Lastly, we'll wrap up intersession with slime on Friday, March 14th, that is sure to be fun. If you're interested in any of these activities, be sure to tell the front desk or give us a call!

March 2025 Calendar

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