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April Story Time Details
WWPL Story Time Programs: Enjoy stories, songs, finger-plays, rhymes and puppets. Strengthen early literacy skills and encourage the joy of learning. Each Story Time program ends with a fun craft. Come join us and have fun!
Story Time (Mondays) Registration requested on our website's Events Calendar.
April 1 at 10:30 AM (Library closed for the Solar Eclipse on April 8)
Story Walk at MacGregor Park Registration requested on our website's Events Calendar.
April 15 at 10:30 AM Instead of our regular Monday morning Story Time at the library, on April 15 we will meet at MacGregor Park at 10:30 AM for a Story Walk! The featured book is The Home Builders by Varshi Bajaj.
Story Time (Tuesdays) Registration requested on our website's Events Calendar.
April *2, 9, 16 at 10:30 AM
*April 2: Spanish Story Time
No Puppet Show in April.
Baby Love Story Time (Infant - 18 months) Registration requested on our website's Events Calendar.
April 4, 11, 18 at 10:30 AM
Sensory Story Time Registration required on our website's Events Calendar.
April 3 at 6:30 PM
Interactive sensory play during an evening Story Time for all ages. Engage in hands-on play to bring stories to life!
PJ Story Time Registration requested on our website's Events Calendar.
April 17 at 6:30 PM Put on your pajamas, bring your blanket and stuffed animal, and join us for bedtime stories and songs at the library!
Paws to Read Registration required on our website's Events Calendar.
April 13 beginning at 10:30 AM
Meet, in person, with a dog who is a very good listener, and practice reading out loud to him. After registering, you will be assigned a 15-minute time slot, and you will be notified of your specific time.
Preschool Music & Movement Registration required on our website's Events Calendar.
April 3, 17 at 10:30 AM
Library staff will lead children in a wide range of activities supporting early literacy, including chanting, singing, dancing, action songs and stories, rhythm practice, creative movement and role playing. The program will incorporate music from other cultures and classical music, as well as spatial concepts such as big/small; up/down; and over/under, and musical concepts such as fast/slow; high/low; and soft/loud. Children will practice both large and small motor skills. Each session will be different. Register for as many or as few sessions as you'd like. Please register each child who will be participating.
Look for information about homeschool classes, clubs, teachers and local resources to support your homeschool efforts on our website's Homeschool page and Events Calendar. You may also contact our Children's Department at 317-896-9391.
Adult Recurring Programs
BINGO Brunch
Pre-registration and cash payment required in person at the library. See details below.
April 4 from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Join us for a delicious Chick-fil-A box lunch and themed BINGO! We will play several rounds of BINGO with a cover-all to end the event. Here's your chance to win fun prizes. You must pre-register to participate. Pre-register and pay in person at the Adult Reference Desk. Cost to participate is $10, CASH ONLY. No refunds will be issued. Registration closes on the Monday before the event, or when capacity is reached. This event is geared toward ages 50+ but all adults are welcome to attend! A BIG thank you to our Bingo Brunch Sponsors, Copper Trace and the Friends of the Westfield Library. Without their generosity, this program would not be possible.
Mystery Book Group
April 3 at 11:00 AM
Contact the Information Desk at 317-896-9391 for more information or to RSVP.
WWPL Book Group
April 17 at 11:00 AM
Contact the Information Desk at 317-896-9391 for more information or to RSVP.
American Mahjong
April 2, 9, 16 at 3:00 PM
April 3, 10, 17 at 1:00 PM
April 7, 14, 21 at 1:00 PM
Mahjong, a game that originated in China, is commonly played by four players. Similar to the Western card game rummy, mahjong is a game of skill, strategy, and calculation and involves a degree of chance. Join other players here at the library for a game, or just observe if you are interested in learning how to play.
Westfield Ukulele Circle NEW TEMPORARY LOCATION!
Tuesdays, April 2 through May 28:
Song Circles will be temporarily held at Community First Bank of Indiana – Westfield, located at 707 East US-32, Westfield, IN 46074
5:30 PM - Set Up, unpack, tune up, warm up & visit 6:00 PM Opening Song 7:30 PM Closing Song
This group meets nearly every Tuesday evening from 6 to 7:30 PM. Come join the fun of a Strum-Along and a Song-Circle with the Westfield Ukulele Circle! Bring your own ukulele to strum-along.
For more information, visit the circle's Facebook page!
Euchre
April 2, 9, 16 at 1:30 PM
Name your trump and get ready to roll as we gather to play Euchre at the Westfield Washington Public Library. All comers are welcome whether you grew up in Indiana playing the game or are new to the area and to Euchre. Meeting every Tuesday of the month (except holidays) from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Needle & Thread Group
April 3, 17 at 10:30 AM
Do you love crocheting, cross stitching, sewing, quilting, embroidery, needlepoint, etc.? Come join our Needle & Thread group! All levels of expertise are welcome. Bring your projects and meet other creative people! Meeting on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month.
Adult Craft Corner: Button Bouquets Registration required on our website's Events Calendar. You may also register by emailing us at librarian@wwpl.lib.in.us or calling the Information Desk at 317-896-9391. This program is for adults only.
April 17 at 5:00 PM
Add a splash of color to your kitchen with a button bouquet! Using salt and pepper shakers, buttons, felt and wire, you can create a whimsical spring bouquet.
No Tabletop Games in April
No Westfield Writers Group in April
Library Board Meeting
Visit our website for details. Library Board will meet in-person and via Zoom.
April 10, 2024 at 7:00 PM
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