The West End Library on Patterson, near Libbie, was a favorite hangout for me and my kids before they were in school. The librarian there just notified me that they have some new story times and special events, so check them out!

DECEMBER:
 WEEKLY ACTIVITIES
 
BOOK BABIES– Interactive story, music & play for babies from birth to 17 months and their caregiver. Thursday’s @ 10 AM  (Please Note: Day and Time have changed.)
 
TIME FOR TWO– Interactive stories and music for a youngster ages 18 – 36 months and their caregiver. Thursday’s @ 11:00 AM (Please Note: Time has changed.) 
 
SPECIAL EVENTS
 
SPECIAL POLAR EXPRESS STORY TIME
Thursday, December 18, 11 AM
Celebrate the joy of the season with a special Polar Express story time.
Enjoy a train ride, crafts, hot coco and some snacks!
A Guide to Financial Protection for Older Investors
Wednesday, December 10
6:30-7:30 p.m.
Learn ways to help identify fraud and strategies to protect your estate and investments. 
Aaron Basmajian, Associate Financial Advisor with Chesapeake Asset Management, Wachovia Securities Financial Network, presents a free program featuring
BRING YOUR QUESTIONS!
**Registration is required** call 646-1877
 
Flu Shot Clinic
Wednesday, December 10
2 – 3 PM
West End Library wishes you a healthy winter! Be Wise … Immunize!

ADULT BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP – Wednesday, December, 17 at 6:00 p.m. 
 
 
JANUARY:
 
WEEKLY ACTIVITIES 
 BOOK BABIES– Interactive story, music & play for babies from birth to 17 months and their caregiver. Thursday’s @ 10 AM  (Please Note: Day and Time have changed.)
 
TIME FOR TWO– Interactive stories and music for a youngster ages 18 – 36 months and their caregiver. Thursday’s @ 11:00 AM (Please Note: Time has changed.) 
 
SPECIAL EVENTS
 
WEST END ADVISORY BOARD
Please join us for our FIRST West End Advisory Board Meeting on Saturday, January 24, 10 –11.  AM. Coffee and Pastries will be provided!
Stop by the circulation desk or call 646-1877 for details.   
 
The Five Most Important Estate Planning Documents
Wednesday, January 14
6:30-7:30 p.m.
It may be the subject matter — death, incapacity and taxes — that causes us to avoid estate planning. However, the fact is that no matter what your age or how much wealth you’ve accumulated, you need an estate plan to protect yourself, your loved ones and your assets — both now while you’re still active as well as after your death. We will cover 5 key documents and their function for your estate.
Aaron Basmajian, Associate Financial Advisor with Chesapeake Asset Management, Wachovia Securities Financial Network, presents this free program.
BRING YOUR QUESTIONS!
**Registration is required** call 646-1877
 
ADULT BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP- Wednesday, January 28 at 6:00 p.m. Please join us as we discuss the book The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald. New members are always welcome!