Cat’s Picks! Best Graphic Novels of 2024
From chilling horror, to romance, slice-of-life, and everything in between, this is my list of some of the best graphic novels published in 2024! For some kids, graphic novels can…
My Favorite Reads 2024
I read a lot in a year. And I don't want to oversell it, but I'm talking at least 200-300 books in a wide variety of genres, age-levels, and styles.…
This Calls for a Makeover Montage!
Is there anything more satisfying or iconic than a good makeover montage? A staple of the classic teen movie or rom-com, watching "ugly duckling" characters transform with the playing of…
Anti-Inflammatory Diet: A Healthy Option
Inflammation is a typical reaction to anything out of the ordinary that happens to your body. Examples include an injury, being exposed to a virus or toxic chemical or a…
Adventures in Mindfulness
“Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes…including you.” - Anne Lamott Amid the buzz and hubbub of modern life, resolving to be mindful can…
Eating the Rainbow is the New Black!
It seems that going to a Whole Foods, Plant-Based (WFPB) Diet is all the rage!So what does that mean? For some like myself, it means going vegan. For others, it…
Nostalgic Showcase Presents: Harvey Comics/Famous Studios!
I will always associate autumn with hikes through nature parks, leaves turning bright shades of reds, oranges, and yellows before falling to the forest floors to be crunched underfoot. The…
Cat’s Picks! Fall Favorites!
Autumn, that wonderful season! Cold enough for jackets and flannels, and warm slices of pumpkin pies! Caramel apples and apple ciders; scratchy warm scarves that cover our necks from the…
Medium Monday: 3D and Unusual Media
What is 3D and Unusual Media? 3D art is anything that isn't flat. This includes traditional sculpture (like clay or stone), as well as diorama-style setups, knitting and sewing, and…
Nostalgic Showcase Presents: Celebrating the One-Year Anniversary!
As we reach the one year anniversary of this series in October 6th, I am faced with the intimidating question: "What next?" I'm excited to announce the in-person presentation of…
A Chat with Centenarian George Chanter, 106 Years Young
Take a moment to listen to a centenarian and local Westlake Porter Library patron George Chanter. George will be celebrating his 106th birthday on September 19th 2024. George has an excellent memory and has lived through numerous historical events during…
My Favorite Books Ever
First, foremost, and forever, my answer is The Mysterious Benedict Society. When I first read this, I was just at the age where I started to notice how carelessly written some…
Voices of Our Teen Volunteers
Enjoy another round of book reviews from one of our VolunTeens! Our VolunTeens provided over 70 hours of community service this summer! Our summer VolunTeen program is open to any…
Medium Monday: Oil Paint
What Is Oil Paint? Oil paint is simply pigment mixed into an oil medium, often linseed oil. Most famous artists of history used oil paint. Oil paint is similar to…
STEAM WEEK: All About Astronomy
Did you attend Mr. Molecule's Outer Space Adventures for STEAM Week this year and want to learn more? Or maybe you miss all the excitement from April surrounding the great…
Cat’s Picks! Shark Week Edition
It's STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) Week at Westlake Porter Public Library! Coincidentally, it's also Shark Week, a whole week dedicated to some of the most misrepresented predators…
WPPL STEAM Week 2024: Exciting Experiments for Kids
It can be a challenge to keep kids occupied during the summer. These three STEAM activities are fun, educational and will amaze the kids. Have the kids repeat the experiments…
Voices of our Teen Volunteers
Please enjoy some book reviews from one of our VolunTeens, Julia W.! The Naturals by Jennifer Lynn Barnes This book immerses you in a world where teens are solving decades…
John Cena Did WHAT? Celebrities, Picture Books and the Keys to Success
Do you know who John Cena is? Of course you do. He's the guy from the memes. Also a wrestler. Also an actor. Also... a picture book author? In 2018,…
Nostalgic Showcase Presents: DIC Entertainment
Ah, summer vacation. No school, no homework, the possibilities are endless for kids. And if you happened to be a kid of the 90s, summer was marked by sugary treats…
Cat’s Picks! Saturday Morning Cartoons
Nothing used to bring me such joy as a kid as waking up bright and early on Saturday morning, cereal bowl in hand and full control of the living room…
U.S. Marines and Entry Into World War I
The May 7th World at War Forum at Porter Public Library welcomes Dr. Michael Dory to talk about the role of America's Marines in World War I. In 1917 the…
Nostalgic Showcase Presents: Leon Schlesinger Productions
If you're an avid reader of Nostalgic Showcase Presents, you may have noticed a trend so far for this year- early Hollywood. That's no coincidence, I find this period in…
Take a Break from Looking at the Sky to Meet Our Maker Magicians!
The Westlake Porter Public Library Makerspace is a creative recording, design and fabrication space that allows library patrons the opportunity to access a variety of professional and innovative tools and…