Westland Library Updates
Extended Hours
We've extended our hours! We're now open on Saturdays from 10 am - 5 pm.

Library Hours:
aaaaaaaaaaa Monday – Thursday: 10 am – 7 pm
aaaaaaaaaaa Friday: 10 am – 5 pm
aaaaaaaaaaa Saturday: 10 am – 5 pm
Outdoor WiFi Now Available!
The library now offers WiFi access outside of the library building between the hours of 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM. Feel free to sit at one of the library's outdoor tables or in your vehicle to access the internet on your device.
How to Draw for Kids
Monday, October 12, 10:00 AM
Do you like to draw? Then grab your sketchbook and join Miss Laura every other Monday at 10 AM on our Westland Library Kids Facebook page. Learn simple ways to draw a variety of animals, plants, vehicles and more!
Virtual Teen Dungeons and Dragons
Monday, October 12, 7:00 PM
Join us on Discord every other Monday as we play Dungeons and Dragons. New and experienced players are welcome. Email nicole.sype@westlandlibrary.org for Discord information. Grades 7-12
Facebook Book Club
Want to read, share, and discuss books, but don't have time to come to a book club? Then try the William P. Faust Public Library's Facebook Book Club, with discussion questions every week and a new book each month. Copies of each title are available at the Reference Desk and through Hoopla, Overdrive, and Libby by Overdrive. This month's book is A Head full of Ghosts by Paul Tremblay.

Final Discussion Zoom Meet-Up: Thursday, October 29th @ 6:00PM

Posting Schedule
Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays: Discussion Questions @1PM
Wednesdays: Polls and Feedback @ 1PM
Fridays: Fun Facts and Other Info @ 1PM
No More Late Fines!
We are pleased to inform you that the Westland Public Library is no longer charging fines for overdue materials. Patrons who have an overdue fine for an item owned by the library on their account will not owe any fines when they return those materials to the library. All past overdue fines are being eliminated, except those for damaged or lost items. Patrons will still be responsible for returning library materials in a timely manner and for paying the replacement cost of any lost/damaged items and for other services such as faxing and printing.
NEW Service: Book Bundles
Do you miss browsing our shelves? Then check out our new Book Bundles! Book Bundles are a service for all ages to help you get quick access to a variety of reading material. Book Bundles are librarian selected bundles of up to 10 items grouped together by format, topic, or genre.

If you’ve missed browsing our new book shelves, use Book Bundles to find your next great read! Click here to fill out the form. It will take up to three business days to process your order and you will be notified once it is ready for pickup. A maximum of two bundles per person at a time will be allowed.
The Internet to Go!
Residents of Westland can now borrow a portable Internet Wi-Fi Hotspot from the library. Our new wireless hotspot lending program is a free service that allows you to take the Internet wherever you go! Any Westland resident who is 18 years of age and older and has a card in good standing may check out a wireless hotspot from the library’s Circulation Desk. Please click here for additional information.
Print & Digital Magazines Available
Check out a digital magazine! RBdigital (formerly known as Zinio) allows you to check out digital magazines from a computer, tablet, or mobile device. Click here to get started. Also, current issues of print magazines are now available to be checked out. Stop by our browsing room to see our selection!
Virtual Storytime
Join us on our Westland Library Kids Facebook page every Friday morning at 10 am for virtual storytimes! D-I-Y Crafts related to the storytime can be picked up at the front doors while supplies last!
Job Postings
The library is hiring! We're looking for a part-time Maintenance Assistant and a part-time Technology Aide. Visit our Employment Opportunities page for details.
Library Reopening Update

ADDITIONAL SERVICES AVAILABLE!
We are now in the next phase of our reopening plan and the following services are available in the library’s lobby area:
·         4 computers available by appointment only.
·         Latest bestsellers, new print & media materials available for check out.
·         Library card sign ups and renewals.
·         Holds pick up and material returns.
·         Limited photocopying and printing services.

During this phase, the library will be open:
Monday – Thursday: 10 am – 7 pm
Friday: 10 am – 5 pm
Saturday: 10 am – 5 pm
 
In view of social distancing guidelines, we can only accommodate a very limited number of patrons in the lobby area at any given time. All other areas of the library will remain closed to patrons until further notice.
How Can I Return My Items?
Our drive-through return bins are now open, in addition to the book & AV return slots attached to the library building. All item return areas are open 24/7.
You've dropped off your items... now what?
To be sure they are safe for handling, all items returned will be placed in quarantine for at least 72 hours, but it could be up to a week before they are checked in. They will still show on your account as “checked out” during that time, but no fines will be charged.
No Donations Please!
Our donation box is currently closed. Please keep all materials at this time. We will announce when we resume accepting donations. Please do not leave materials on or near the donation box or put donated items in the book return bins.