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Dry Capital of the World: Exhibit Opening
Jun 2nd, All day
Delve into items on display from a massive Anti-Saloon League collection for the first time since returning from the Ohio History Connection
Williams Grill: Exhibit Opening
Jun 2nd, All day
Examine nearly a century of innovation and social change through the lens of this beloved Westerville restaurant.
Williams Grill: Ice Cream Social
Jun 27th | 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Enjoy family-friendly activities, view the new museum exhibit & eat ice cream as we look back on this historic restaurant scene.
Social Media & Mental Health
Jun 11th | 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Learn about the impact of social media on mental health & examine the ways social media can affect people's views of themselves & others.
Columbus Symphony Quartet
Aug 1st | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Sit back and enjoy a beautiful performance featuring four musicians from the Columbus Symphony Orchestra.
STEM Events (Ages 6-11)
Various dates & times
Learn about science and nature with hands-on activities.
Yoga for...(Ages 6-11)
Various dates & times
Use yoga to learn strategies to cope with stress and anxiety and to promote calmness.
Women in History: Meet Elizabeth Cady Stanton
Jun 15th | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meet Elizabeth Cady Stanton, the First President of the National Women's Suffrage Association who paved the way for women's right to vote.
Visit with a Fire Truck (Outside)
Jun 27th | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hanby Park
Explore a fire truck from the Westerville Division of Fire. Ask questions about fire safety and learn about different parts of the truck.
Taylor Swift Party (Ages 6-18)
Jul 15th | Various times
Are you...Ready For It? Dance along to your favorite Taylor Swift tunes and make buttons and friendship bracelets to keep.
Sensory Playtime (Ages 0-7)
Various dates & times
Enjoy shortened storytimes, movement rhymes & songs for children with sensory challenges. Click to view ages for each event.
Reptile Show | Herps Alive Reptile Rescue
Jul 22nd | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meet turtles, tortoises, bearded dragons, ball pythons, boa constrictors & more. Then get up close with a reptile & maybe even touch one.
Preschool Storytime Special: ASL Storyteller with Dawn Watts
Jul 16th | 9:30am - 10:00am
Kids & families, celebrate American Sign Language with Dawn Watts, President of the Ohio Deaf Friends of the Library.
Pokémon Meetup (Ages 6-11), part of a series
Jun 9th | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Calling all trainers! Get one step closer to catching them all when you meet, trade, and play with other local Pokémon fans.
Performance Dogs of Ohio (Outside)
Jun 7th | Various times
Witness trained dogs showcase tricks, stunts, agility, and Frisbee skills. Learn about each dog and their training routine.
Paw Patrol Storytime
Jul 5th | 10:00am - 10:45am
Save the day with your favorite furry friends! Listen to a PAW Patrol story, dance along to your favorite theme song, & complete activities.
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Kindergarten Favorite Books
Some of our favorite picture books and non-fiction books for kindergarteners.
Kindergarten Favorite Books
Some of our favorite picture books and non-fiction books for kindergarteners.
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Book Talks
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Award Winners
Award Winners
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Based on Lexile Measures...
Lexile Recommendations by Grade
Find your next read with these recommendations based on the Lexile scale from your favorite librarians!
Horses: Books for Kids
Get ready for the Westerville Library Foundation's Day at the Derby fundraiser with these horse books for children!
Celebrate Black History: Books for Teens
Celebrate Black History Month with a mix of books about Black History and stories with Black protagonists.
Celebrate Black History: Books for Kids
Celebrate Black History Month with a mix of books about Black History and stories with Black protagonists.
Inspiring Future Voters: A Booklist for Young Readers
These books help young people understand the importance of voting, civic engagement, and making their voices heard.
Horses: Books for Kids
Get ready for the Westerville Library Foundation's Day at the Derby fundraiser with these horse books for children!
Celebrate Black History: Books for Teens
Celebrate Black History Month with a mix of books about Black History and stories with Black protagonists.
Celebrate Black History: Books for Kids
Celebrate Black History Month with a mix of books about Black History and stories with Black protagonists.
Inspiring Future Voters: A Booklist for Young Readers
These books help young people understand the importance of voting, civic engagement, and making their voices heard.
Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Award
Awarded annually in the U.S. to the author and illustrator of the most distinguished informational book for children published in English.
Stonewall Book Awards
A group of awards presented for books of "exceptional merit relating to the gay/lesbian/bisexual/transgender experience."
Theodor Seuss Geisel Award
Awarded annually in the U.S. to the author and illustrator of the most distinguished contribution to beginning reader books.
Sydney Taylor Book Award
Presented since 1968 to outstanding books for children and teens that authentically portray the Jewish experience.
Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Award
Awarded annually in the U.S. to the author and illustrator of the most distinguished informational book for children published in English.
Stonewall Book Awards
A group of awards presented for books of "exceptional merit relating to the gay/lesbian/bisexual/transgender experience."
Theodor Seuss Geisel Award
Awarded annually in the U.S. to the author and illustrator of the most distinguished contribution to beginning reader books.
Sydney Taylor Book Award
Presented since 1968 to outstanding books for children and teens that authentically portray the Jewish experience.
Explora
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Educate Station
Take the guesswork out of teaching kids at home with worksheets and learning plans. For grades PreK-5.
Tutor.com for Kids
Students and job seekers, connect online with tutors and career coaches for homework help, test prep, writing assistance, and more.
Newspapers.com
Dig into 4,000+ historical newspapers from the 1690 to today. Includes national, regional, state & local newspapers from around the world.
Explora
Find reliable information to finish your homework and research projects.
Educate Station
Take the guesswork out of teaching kids at home with worksheets and learning plans. For grades PreK-5.
Tutor.com for Kids
Students and job seekers, connect online with tutors and career coaches for homework help, test prep, writing assistance, and more.
Newspapers.com
Dig into 4,000+ historical newspapers from the 1690 to today. Includes national, regional, state & local newspapers from around the world.
Kristen C.
When she’s not working with kids here at the library, you might find her on the bike trail or baking up a sweet treat.
Ashleigh M.
Ashleigh loves to see people grow and become their best selves here at the library.
Annamarie C
Annamarie loves all things Disney! When she's not planning her next storytime, she's likely traveling or volunteering at the Columbus Zoo.
Katie R.
Katie knows all of the tricks to start your baby on the path to lifelong reading.
Kristen C.
When she’s not working with kids here at the library, you might find her on the bike trail or baking up a sweet treat.
Ashleigh M.
Ashleigh loves to see people grow and become their best selves here at the library.
Annamarie C
Annamarie loves all things Disney! When she's not planning her next storytime, she's likely traveling or volunteering at the Columbus Zoo.
Katie R.
Katie knows all of the tricks to start your baby on the path to lifelong reading.
