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Basic Self-defense for Adults

Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Kwasek Meeting Room (2nd floor) at Westmont Public Library
Program Type:
Presenter
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

This presentation by martial artist Peter Honigmann will cover the laws of self-defense, situational awareness and de-escalation, as well as simple and effective strikes and techni...

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Required
Library Branch: Westmont Public Library
Room: Kwasek Meeting Room (2nd floor)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presenter
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

This presentation by martial artist Peter Honigmann will cover the laws of self-defense, situational awareness and de-escalation, as well as simple and effective strikes and techniques to help you protect yourself.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Dementia Friendly Westmont: Aging & Brain Health

Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Community Meeting Room (1st floor) at Westmont Public Library
Program Type:
Presenter
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Many of us worry about our memory as we get older. Susan Frick, MSW, has worked at the Rush Alzheimer’s Disease Center for 27 years and will share lifestyle choices which might red...

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Required
Library Branch: Westmont Public Library
Room: Community Meeting Room (1st floor)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presenter
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Many of us worry about our memory as we get older. Susan Frick, MSW, has worked at the Rush Alzheimer’s Disease Center for 27 years and will share lifestyle choices which might reduce your risk of dementia.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Unspoken: Understanding Animal Communication

Thursday, March 20, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Kwasek Meeting Room (2nd floor) at Westmont Public Library
Program Type:
Presenter
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Learn how to interpret pet body language and get tips for effective communication. Presented by Laura Winnie, Education and Community Engagement Coordinator at DuPage County Animal...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Westmont Public Library
Room: Kwasek Meeting Room (2nd floor)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presenter
Required
Seats Remaining: 22
Event Details:

Learn how to interpret pet body language and get tips for effective communication. Presented by Laura Winnie, Education and Community Engagement Coordinator at DuPage County Animal Services.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Medicare 101

Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Kwasek Meeting Room (2nd floor) at Westmont Public Library
Program Type:
Presenter
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

This program will address Medicare in general, Medicare Part D for prescriptions, your guaranteed issue rights, and guarantees that will disappear. You’ll also learn what happens t...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Westmont Public Library
Room: Kwasek Meeting Room (2nd floor)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presenter
Required
Seats Remaining: 21
Event Details:

This program will address Medicare in general, Medicare Part D for prescriptions, your guaranteed issue rights, and guarantees that will disappear.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Dementia Friendly Westmont: Estate Planning for Individuals with Dementia

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Kwasek Meeting Room (2nd floor) at Westmont Public Library
Program Type:
Presenter
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Attorney Debra Anthony will discuss the importance of estate planning for individuals with dementia and their care partners.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Westmont Public Library
Room: Kwasek Meeting Room (2nd floor)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presenter
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Attorney Debra Anthony will discuss the importance of estate planning for individuals with dementia and their care partners.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Medicare 101

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Kwasek Meeting Room (2nd floor) at Westmont Public Library
Program Type:
Presenter
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

This program will address Medicare in general, Medicare Part D for prescriptions, your guaranteed issue rights, and guarantees that will disappear. You’ll also learn what happens t...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Westmont Public Library
Room: Kwasek Meeting Room (2nd floor)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presenter
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

This program will address Medicare in general, Medicare Part D for prescriptions, your guaranteed issue rights, and guarantees that will disappear.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Smartphone Photography 101

Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Kwasek Meeting Room (2nd floor) at Westmont Public Library
Program Type:
Presenter
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

They say the best camera is the one you have in your hand. Photographer Molly Page will teach you how to make the most of the incredible camera you carry around every day, with mob...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Westmont Public Library
Room: Kwasek Meeting Room (2nd floor)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presenter
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

They say the best camera is the one you have in your hand. Photographer Molly Page will teach you how to make the most of the incredible camera you carry around every day, with mobile photography tips and tricks.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Skills for Kindergarten Readiness: parent workshop

Monday, April 14, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Kwasek Meeting Room (2nd floor) at Westmont Public Library
Program Type:
Presenter
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join Vivian Palicki from Early Learning Solutions and Advocacy for an interactive session for parents of pre-K students. Designed to equip you with tools to support your child’s so...

Required
Library Branch: Westmont Public Library
Room: Kwasek Meeting Room (2nd floor)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presenter
Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

Join Vivian Palicki from Early Learning Solutions and Advocacy for an interactive session for parents of pre-K students.

Library Closed

All Day
Westmont Public Library

The Library is closed today. Our digital materials and book drops are always available.

Closing
Branches:
Westmont Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed today.

Our digital materials and book drops are always available.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Dementia Friendly Westmont: Home Safety & Alternate Care Options

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Community Meeting Room (1st floor) at Westmont Public Library
Program Type:
Presenter
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us as we explore various options to help keep your loved one with dementia safe at home, and when might it be time to consider alternative care options. Presented by Mary Ferg...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Westmont Public Library
Room: Community Meeting Room (1st floor)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presenter
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Join us as we explore various options to help keep your loved one with dementia safe at home, and when might it be time to consider alternative care options. Presented by Mary Ferguson with Birches Assisted Living & Memory Care.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

History of the Little Black Dress

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Kwasek Meeting Room (2nd floor) at Westmont Public Library
Program Type:
Presenter
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Versatile, dependable, and affordable, the Little Black Dress has become the fashion equivalent of a Model T Ford. In this illustrated lecture, historian Leslie Goddard, PhD, explo...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Westmont Public Library
Room: Kwasek Meeting Room (2nd floor)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presenter
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Versatile, dependable, and affordable, the Little Black Dress has become the fashion equivalent of a Model T Ford. In this illustrated lecture, historian Leslie Goddard, PhD, explores the history of this fashion icon.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Design Paper Dolls with Daina

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Kwasek Meeting Room (2nd floor) at Westmont Public Library
Program Type:
Presenter
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Local resident Daina Geisler will introduce you to paper doll collecting. After the presentation, Daina will teach attendees how to design their own paper doll outfits.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Westmont Public Library
Room: Kwasek Meeting Room (2nd floor)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presenter
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Local resident Daina Geisler will introduce you to paper doll collecting. After the presentation, Daina will teach attendees how to design their own paper doll outfits.

Library Closed

All Day 5/25 - 5/26
Westmont Public Library

The Library is closed today. Our digital materials and book drops are always available.

Closing
Branches:
Westmont Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed today.

Our digital materials and book drops are always available.

Library Closed

All Day
Westmont Public Library

The Library is closed today. Our digital materials and book drops are always available.

Closing
Branches:
Westmont Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed today.

Our digital materials and book drops are always available.

Library Closed

All Day 8/31 - 9/1
Westmont Public Library

The Library is closed today. Our digital materials and book drops are always available.

Closing
Branches:
Westmont Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed today.

Our digital materials and book drops are always available.

Library Closed

All Day
Westmont Public Library

The Library is closed today for all-day staff training.Our digital materials and book drops are always available.

Closing
Branches:
Westmont Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed today for all-day staff training.

Our digital materials and book drops are always available.

Early Library Closing

Wednesday, November 26, 2025 at 5:00pm - 11:45pm
Westmont Public Library

The Library will close early at 5 pm today.Our digital materials and book drops are always available.

Closing
Branches:
Westmont Public Library
Description:

The Library will close early at 5 pm today.

Our digital materials and book drops are always available.

Library Closed

All Day
Westmont Public Library

The Library is closed today. Our digital materials and book drops are always available.

Closing
Branches:
Westmont Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed today.

Our digital materials and book drops are always available.

Library Closed

All Day 12/24 - 12/25
Westmont Public Library

The Library is closed today. Our digital materials and book drops are always available.

Closing
Branches:
Westmont Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed today.

Our digital materials and book drops are always available.

Library Closed

All Day 12/31 - 1/1
Westmont Public Library

The Library is closed today. Our digital materials and book drops are always available.

Closing
Branches:
Westmont Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed today.

Our digital materials and book drops are always available.