Find your kid's next favorite read, entertain the little ones with an ever-changing interactive play area, or enjoy a storytime together.
School Deliveries
Save yourself a trip to the library! Students and teachers can request free delivery of books, movies and music to your school.
Subscription Bundle for Kids
Find your next great read with the help of our experts!
Kids Area
Inspire little ones to put thoughts into words, tell stories, share, and problem-solve with this ever-changing interactive play area.
Model Trains on Display (10am-5pm)
Nov 30th - Dec 13th | 10:00am - 5:00pm
Choo, choo! Train enthusiasts of all ages will love this display of electric model trains.
Sustainable Play: Make a Bird Costume (Online Class)
Learn how to print and assemble a paper template, cut paper bags & add paint to bring your bird to life.
Music at the Library
Dec 6, Dec 13, Dec 20
Westerville Public Library
Relax with unique seasonal music performed by Juan Carlos Ortega, a solo violinist.
Winter Reading Challenge
Dec 1st - Feb 28th | All day
Challenge yourself to a winter of reading for a chance to earn prizes.
Library Gets LOUD!
Feb 15th, All day
Glide on over to the big musical bash of the year. Shimmy, hum, or strum your way through the library.
Arts & Crafts Swap: Free Shopping Day
Feb 27th | 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Check out our selection of new and gently used arts, crafts, and hobbies supplies donated by Westerville community members.
Arts & Crafts Swap: Accepting Donations
Jan 15th - Feb 27th | All day
Donate your new or gently used arts and crafts supplies for this free community swap.
Storytime @ Family Room Coffee, part of a series
Dec 16th | 10:30am - 11:00am
Enjoy a story, movement rhymes, and action songs, especially designed for ages 2-5.
States of Matter: Science Show
Jan 23rd | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Learn how atoms come together to form different states of matter in this highly interactive science show with Whiz Bang Science.
Power Up! Video Game Night (Ages 8-11)
Dec 9, Jan 27, Feb 24
Meeting Room A
Hang out and play Nintendo Switch! Different games will be featured each month.
Pinecone Bird Feeder Craft
Jan 8th | 10:00am - 11:00am
Help feed the birds this winter by making a bird feeder out of a pinecone.
Periodic Table of Black History
Feb 1st - Feb 28th | All day
Learn about Black Americans by exploring the Periodic Table of Black History. Complete matching activities and pick up a take-home packet.
Nail Art for Beginners (Ages 8-11, Registration Required)
Feb 20th | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Learn how to create cute nail art. Explore and play with different nail supplies and let your creativity shine.
Microphone Craft: Black Musicians
Feb 1st - Feb 28th | All day
Learn about Black musicians who raised their voices, and make a microphone to raise yours too.
LEGO Club (Ages 6-11)
December 2, January 13, February 10
Meeting Rooms A and B (Combined)
Challenge yourself to build something awesome with your fellow LEGO superfans! Explore a different theme every month.
Let's Throw Stories! with Lyn Ford
Feb 20th | 10:00am - 11:00am
Engage with tales rooted in African and African-American folktale traditions that are shared with small percussive instruments.
FAQs
Middle School Favorite Books
These books are great for middle schoolers who are between juvenile middle grade books and young adults books.
Kindergarten Favorite Books
Some of our favorite picture books and non-fiction books for kindergarteners.
Middle School Favorite Books
These books are great for middle schoolers who are between juvenile middle grade books and young adults books.
Kindergarten Favorite Books
Some of our favorite picture books and non-fiction books for kindergarteners.
As Mentioned at My School...
Book Talks
Find your next read with these recent classroom recommendations from your favorite librarians!
Award Winners
Award Winners
Browse award winners for every age.
Based on Lexile Measures...
Lexile Recommendations by Grade
Find your next read with these recommendations based on the Lexile scale from your favorite librarians!
How It's Math
Kids, find out how to overcome your fear of math, understand math concepts, and apply math to everyday life!
How It's Math
Kids, find out how to overcome your fear of math, understand math concepts, and apply math to everyday life!
Disney Halloween (Digital Collection)
From Descendants & Zombies to The Nightmare Before Christmas & Hocus Pocus, find all your favorite Disney Halloween soundtracks on Hoopla!
Batman Day (September 19)
Leap into the action-packed streets of Gotham City with the best Batman comics available on Hoopla!
Books Featuring Spidey & His Amazing Friends
Enjoy these books for kids featuring Spidey, Ghost-Spider, Miles Morales, and Spidey's comical but loyal Spider-bot, Trace.
Back to School: Routines for Learning & Easing Anxiety
We’ve gathered our favorite back-to-school tips for parents with an engaging reading list featuring bedtime stories & skill-building books.
Disney Halloween (Digital Collection)
From Descendants & Zombies to The Nightmare Before Christmas & Hocus Pocus, find all your favorite Disney Halloween soundtracks on Hoopla!
Batman Day (September 19)
Leap into the action-packed streets of Gotham City with the best Batman comics available on Hoopla!
Books Featuring Spidey & His Amazing Friends
Enjoy these books for kids featuring Spidey, Ghost-Spider, Miles Morales, and Spidey's comical but loyal Spider-bot, Trace.
Back to School: Routines for Learning & Easing Anxiety
We’ve gathered our favorite back-to-school tips for parents with an engaging reading list featuring bedtime stories & skill-building books.
HelpNow for Kids
Connect online with tutors for homework help, test prep, writing assistance, and more. Powered by Brainfuse.
The Mailbox Plus
Teachers, get 54,000+ ideas and worksheets that teach essential skills and take the stress out of lesson planning. For grades PreK-6.
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.
HelpNow for Kids
Connect online with tutors for homework help, test prep, writing assistance, and more. Powered by Brainfuse.
The Mailbox Plus
Teachers, get 54,000+ ideas and worksheets that teach essential skills and take the stress out of lesson planning. For grades PreK-6.
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.
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.
