The library is closed to the public at this time. Reserve & Pick Up hours: Mon-Sat 1-4pm (not July 4)
Connect with us online: digital library ⦁ library programs ⦁ visit with a librarian (1-3, Mon-Sat)
Upcoming Programs
Click here to join Daytime Book Group, a live virtual program happening at 4pm.
If you’re having difficulties, please refer to Zoom’s support information. Westbank Library is unable to provide tech assistance during the program. Please contact questions@westbanklibrary.com if you would like to schedule tech help or if you would like additional information regarding this library program.
Daytime Book Group comes together once a month to discuss books that explore life from many angles – from the author’s viewpoint, from the characters’ experiences, and from the group members’ personal perspectives. The group reads both fiction and non-fiction, and participants engage in lively discussions on the topic. Members usually meet after the book discussion at a nearby restaurant for social talk and visiting.2020 Reading List:
- January 5 – Molly Ivins Can’t Say That, Can She? by Molly Ivins
- February 2 – Inland: A Novel by Téa Obreht
- March 1 – Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens
- April 5 – How to Stop Time by Matt Haig
- May 3 – Chances Are… by Richard Russo
- June 7 – Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance by Robert M. Pirsig
- July 5 – A Gentleman in Moscow by Amor Towles
- August 2 – It Can’t Happen Here by Sinclair Lewis
- August 30 – Becoming by Michelle Obama (Library closed on 1st Sunday of Sept)
- October 4 – The Shadow of the Wind by Carlos Ruiz Zafon
- November 1 – East of the Mountains by David Guterson
- December 6 – A River Runs Through It by Norman Maclean
Click here to visit with a librarian between 1-3pm Monday-Saturday!
Maybe you have a question, maybe you need help with something, or maybe you just want to say hi. We miss you and hope to see you online!
If you’re having difficulties, please refer to Zoom’s support information. Westbank Library is unable to provide tech assistance during the program. Please contact questions@westbanklibrary.com if you would like to schedule tech help or if you would like additional information regarding this library program.
Click here to join Qi Gong, a live virtual program happening Mondays at 11am.
Qi Gong (pronounced chee gung) is an ancient Chinese health care practice that integrates physical postures and gentle movements, breathing and focused mind. “Qi” means vital energy or life force, and “gong” means accomplishment, or skill that is cultivated through steady practice. Together, Qi Gong means cultivating energy and is practiced for health maintenance, healing, and increasing vitality.
In this one hour class, we will learn the different qi gong movements that help reduce stress, increase vitality, and build stamina.
Thomas Najar is a licensed acupuncturist and certified Qi Gong instructor. He left a career in hi-tech to pursue a healing career and has been teaching Qi Gong and practicing acupuncture since 2016. A native of Wisconsin, he’s lived in Austin for the past 20 years and is passionate about healthy living through fitness, nutrition, and meditation.
Click here to join the Writing Workshop, a live virtual program happening Mondays from 5-6pm.
Whether you’re a seasoned writer or just starting out, you are welcome to join the Westbank Writing Workshop. Meet with other writers, and try your hand at some writing prompts.
Click here to join Storytime, a live virtual program happening Tuesdays at 10:30am.
This week we will be joined by Armstrong Community Music School!
If you’re having difficulties, please refer to Zoom’s support information. Westbank Library is unable to provide tech assistance during the program. Please contact questions@westbanklibrary.com if you would like to schedule tech help or if you would like additional information regarding this library program.
Join Ms. Maureen for Storytime every week. This program develops early literacy skills through story sharing, music, and crafts or activities. All ages welcome!
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