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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 Bundles for Teens
Find your next great read with the help of our experts!
Teen Volunteers
Earn service hours by helping library staff. Requirements vary. Spaces are limited.
Monsters and Mythical Creatures: For Ages 12-18
Prepare for the Wizzards & Wands Festical with these titles featuring dragons, monsters, and more!
Batman Day (September 19)
Leap into the action-packed streets of Gotham City with the best Batman comics available on Hoopla!
Celebrate Hispanic Latino Heritage Month
Celebrate Hispanic Latino Heritage Month with the books on this list.
Monsters and Mythical Creatures: For Ages 12-18
Prepare for the Wizzards & Wands Festical with these titles featuring dragons, monsters, and more!
Batman Day (September 19)
Leap into the action-packed streets of Gotham City with the best Batman comics available on Hoopla!
Celebrate Hispanic Latino Heritage Month
Celebrate Hispanic Latino Heritage Month with the books on this list.
Teen Kits
Teen Kits
Topics include: homework tools, yoga & mindfulness, driving practice, influencer. Return to: Welcome Desk.
HelpNow for Teens
Connect online with tutors for homework help, test prep, writing assistance, and more. Powered by Brainfuse.
Explora
Find reliable information to finish your homework and research projects.
American Indian History
Explore the stories and culture of North America’s Native communities spanning over 15,000 years of history.
Newspapers.com
Dig into 4,000+ historical newspapers from the 1690 to today. Includes national, regional, state & local newspapers from around the world.
HelpNow for Teens
Connect online with tutors for homework help, test prep, writing assistance, and more. Powered by Brainfuse.
Explora
Find reliable information to finish your homework and research projects.
American Indian History
Explore the stories and culture of North America’s Native communities spanning over 15,000 years of history.
Newspapers.com
Dig into 4,000+ historical newspapers from the 1690 to today. Includes national, regional, state & local newspapers from around the world.
Latinx KidLit Book Festival (Virtual Festival)
This 6th annual virtual festival aims to uplift voices of Latinx kidlit book creators & connect Latinx creators with readers & educators.
Teens: Earn a Volunteer Hour
Sep 22, Oct 19, Nov 17
Meeting Room A
Help with special projects to earn an hour of service credit. Tasks may include sorting, cutting, and organizing.
Percy Jackson: Demigod Training Camp
Oct 11th | 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Welcome to Camp Half-Blood! Design your own bead necklace, test your prophecy-solving skills, discover your godly parent, and participate…
Turtle Island: Native American Heritage Month
Nov 1-31st | All Day
Read about different tribes' origin stories of Turtle Island - a name used by some Indigenous peoples to refer to the story of creation.
Reptile Show | Paul's Cool Scales
Oct 4th | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Learn about reptiles and amphibians including Burmese pythons, lizards, tortoises, and more. Then get up close with a reptile...and maybe…
McVay History Trail [COMING SOON]
Bring the past to life with a history trail at McVay Elementary School. Learn the history of the neighborhood and surrounding area.
Bag Charm Party: 25 Baubles For Your Bags (Online Video)
Learn how to make 25 adorable bag charms with a gigantic assortment of materials.
Junk Journaling Daily Practice (Online Video)
Whether you're an avid junk journaler or have never stuck a scrap piece of trash between two pages, you'll find something to learn.
Percy Jackson: Demigod Training Camp
Oct 11th | 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Design your own bead necklace, test your prophecy-solving skills, discover your godly parent, and participate in Capture the Flag.
Wolves: Fact vs. Myth
Oct 25th | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Learn about the history of wolves including family life, habitat, and diet with a representative from Ohio Canid Center.
BINGO: Wizards & Wands Edition
Oct 8th | 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Play a few rounds of fantasy-themed BINGO! Prizes and fun for the whole family. If your child is ages 2-7, you or a caregiver (age 18+)…
Public Opinion: Beyond the Headlines in Westerville
Become an investigative journalist to uncover the stories behind the most gripping headlines and heated debates in Westerville history.
eBooks & More
Compatible with most devices. Download the Libby or Hoopla Digital app. Free with your library card.
Kids Knitting: I-Cord and Garter Stitch Bugs (Online Class)
Learn how to make bite-sized, joy-filled projects using just a few simple stitches.
Make Prize-Filled Party Crackers (Online Class)
Learn how to make a traditional paper cracker, a quick tissue-paper one for last-minute party favors, and a reusable fabric version.
Paper House Lanterns (Online Class)
Using just paper, a tiny light, and a special place to set a cut flower or leaf, she created a charming dream house.
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!
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.
