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Library Board Meeting October 20
Oct 13, 2021
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New Digital Resources Available
The library has added 3 new resources to our databases collection!
America's News features a wide variety of credible, vetted news sources spanning the U.S. Includes the Detroit News, Ann Arbor News, and Flint Journal.
Black Life in America explores the experience and impact of African Americans as recorded by the news media.
HeritageHub features a collection of U.S. obituaries and death notices for in-depth genealogical research from 1704 to today.
You must have a valid Westland library card to access these resources from outside the library. For assistance with these and other great digital resources, visit the Reference Desk!
Oct 13, 2021
Alexis
24/7 Pickup Lockers
The Westland Public Library now offers all-day outdoor lockers to pick up library holds at your own convenience!
- 24/7 outdoor access. Pick up items even when we're closed.
- 72-hour pick-up window. 3 full days to pick your items up once notified.
- ADA compliant! If you are in need of easier-to-access lockers, notify library staff!
- Email address required for lockers. If you do not have an e-mail on file with us, come to the Circulation Desk!
To use our Pickup Lockers, request "Lockers" for the Pickup Location when you place a hold.
Sep 9, 2021
Alexis
Westland Library Photography Contest
Our Westland Library photography contest is back! Submit your 8x10 photos now through October 5 for a chance to win cash prizes. Visit the contest page for more information.
Sep 8, 2021
Alexis
Stream Movies FREE with Your Library Card!
Kanopy is now available FREE with your Westland Library card! Kanopy is a streaming video service that provides instant access to thousands of critically acclaimed movies, documentaries, and kid favorites. Visit our downloads page for more information, or head over to westlandlibrary.kanopy.com to get started!
Sep 7, 2021
Alexis
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Wireless Printing
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Book Bundles
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Check Out a WiFi Hotspot!
Westland residents 18+ can now borrow a WiFi Hotspot from the library. This new lending program is a free service that allows you to take the Internet wherever you go!
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New cards will be valid for online resources for one month. Apply here.
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