Westside Library Blog

Thank you to all the families who made our visit from Santa such a magical experience! Through jolly jokes and a festive backdrop, there was nothing but Christmas cheer for everyone to share. And a special thank you to Mr. and Mrs. Clause for the wonderful joy and Christmas spirit they brought every second of their visit from the North Pole!  

  Calling all painters! We're excited to announce our next literary-themed painting, taking place on Saturday, December 21st at 12 PM. In celebration of English novelist Rudyard Kipling, we will be having a sloth bear painting as a callback to Kipling's  classic novel, "The Jungle Book." This event is for ages 15 plus, with all materials provided. A sample will also be available for anyone that may need an idea on how to paint their own sloth bear. Regardless, you're free to paint from your imagination! Time to get painting!

Thank you to everyone who participated in our special snow globe craft event! Each globe was hand crafted with trees, presents, snow flurries, and ribbon that really encapsulated the Christmas spirit within a jar. Press "read more" to view some of our highlights from the event!

  Calling all Teens and Tweens! With the holidays approaching, we're excited to announce a festive-filled hangout experience! Want to challenge your friends to see who can build the fastest? Or perhaps a friendly competition on the virtual tennis court is more your speed? Maybe you'd also like to let out your artistic side through Christmas coloring and water color painting? We have all of this going on to reign in the Christmas season with added fun and excitement! Not to mention snacks, depending on the activity. Hope to see you there!

  Sensory Friendly Craft Hour is back for December, and that means we're giving a special holiday twist as we reach the five senses! Join us on Monday, December 9th at 4:30 PM for a special snowflake ornament craft that is sure to be as mesmerizing as it is beautiful. All materials are provided, so there's no need to bring your own.  As always, you can expect low lighting and soothing music as you're creating your ornament to provide a calming and relaxing experience. Let your creativity shine!

  Looking some exciting winter activities to show off your holiday spirit? Throughout December, we will be hosting a range of craft-tacular events that are sure to bring some added cheer to your holiday season! From your own custom ornaments and snow globes, to a rock painting that's sure to shine with holiday spirit, we have all your Christmas crafts covered! And for those looking forward to capture some memories, we also have a special visit from Santa lined up right after our story time! Hope to see you there!