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Apr 9, 2020
Katie
Hoopla Bonus Borrows
In order to provide more content during this difficult time of sheltering at home, Hoopla Digital has curated the Hoopla Bonus Borrows Collection. This list of more than 1,000 top titles for all ages, including eBooks, audiobooks, comics, movies, music, and television won't count toward your montly borrowing limit of 12 items per library card and will be free through 4/30/20. Check it out!
Mar 30, 2020
Katie
Library Cards Renewed
To provide more access to our Digital Library Collections, the Westland Library has renewed all expired library cards. If you have ever had an account with us, please check out the many FREE eBooks, audiobooks, movies, music, and TV shows available using the Download links to the right of this page. Our digital collections can be accessed at home 24/7. Reminder: Your PIN defaults to the last four digits of the phone number we have on file for you.
Mar 24, 2020
Katie
Affordable Home Internet
If you or anyone you know needs access to the internet at home, check out these affordable internet options for qualifying households! Visit the links below for more information:
- Comcast Internet Essentials
- Access from AT&T
- Spectrum Internet Assist
- FCC’s Lifeline Program - Put in your zip code and find low-cost options from cellular and internet providers in your area
Mar 17, 2020
Katie
More Borrows on Hoopla!
The library has doubled monthly Hoopla checkout limits to 12 per library card. Hoopla allows you to instantly borrow digital movies, TV shows, music, audiobooks, and eBooks 24/7. To learn more about Hoopla and other downloadable and streaming media services, visit our Digital Library Collections.
Mar 16, 2020
Katie
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Information
Notice to Michigan Residents
Please read Governor Whitmer's March 23, 2020 "Stay Home, Stay Safe" Executive Order.
Regularly Updated Resources
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has assembled information and advice, along with daily updates on the status of Coronovirus (COVID-19). Visit the CDC's COVID-19 page for the latest information.
The City of Westland is maintaining a COVID-19 information page. Visit Coronavirus and You on the city website for more information.
Several COVID-19 hotlines are now available. Call one of the following hotlines with questions about the virus or the local response.
- City of Westland: 734-793-9261
- Wayne County: 734-287-7870
- State of Michigan: 888-535-6136
- Beaumont Health: 248-551-7000
The State of Michigan Department of Health and Human Services is working in conjunction with the CDC. Visit the Michigan Health and Human Services page on the Coronavirus.
Mar 11, 2020
Katie
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Free Online Tutoring
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Wireless Printing
Wireless and mobile printing is now available! Click here for instructions.
Book Bundles
The library is now offering custom Book Bundles, selected by librarians especially for you!
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!
Remote Library Card Sign-Up
During this time of COVID-19 precautions, Westland residents can remotely sign up for library cards!
New cards will be valid for online resources for one month. Apply here.
K-12 students: Get a student card!
1-on-1 Technology Help
Need help using your computer, smartphone, or tablet? Book a free 45-minute one-on-one technology help session with one of our experts!
COVID-19 Information
For the latest information on COVID-19, see the City of Westland's Coronavirus Response Hub.