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Come Visit the West Branch Library
Located next to the West Terre Haute Community Center, the West Branch Library is a single-level building with ease of access for all customers. The West Branch Library features:
- A self-check out station
- Self-service pickup for holds
- A computer area with seventeen Windows 7 computers
- Public Wi-Fi
- An on-staff State Notary
- A dedicated teen area
- A dedicated children's area
- A certified Nature Explore outdoor classroom
- Two meeting rooms and a full kitchen available for reservation
Patrons to the West Branch Library can use their library card to place holds on items from either the Main Branch of West Branch Library to pickup at their convenience. Patrons can also check out an iPad Air.
West Branch Library offers programs for all ages, including family movies, storytimes and computer classes. Download the VCPL Newsletter for a complete listing of upcoming programs.
Collections
- Large Print
- Best Seller Express
- New Adult Fiction & Nonfiction
- Adult Fiction & Nonfiction
- Circulating Magazines
- Newspapers
- Books on CD
- Music CDs
- Parent/Teach Materials
- DVDs for All Ages
- Graphic Novels for All Ages
For Children
- Two AWE ELF Stations
- Juvenile Fiction & Nonfiction
- Picture Books
- Board Books
- Board Games, Puzzles, LEGO and K'nex
- LaunchPads
For Teens
- Teen Fiction & Nonfiction
- XBox One Console for use in the library
- Video Games
Ready to Read Storytime
West Branch Library
West Branch Meeting Room B
Friday, January 28 at 10:30 am
Registration Required.
Ages 0-5: Whether you're looking to bond with your little one, meet new friends, or prepare for their first day at Kindergarten, you can capture your child's imagination at Ready to Read Storytime. At Ready to Read Storytime, your child will learn new words and sounds, practice good listening and social skills, and develop their fine-motor skills with music, dance, and songs.
Board Game Night @ West
West Branch Library
Monday, February 7 at 5:30 pm
All Ages: Challenge your friends and family to the ultimate bonding experience at Board Game Night! A wide selection of new and classic board games will be available for all ages, including Kodama: The Tree Spirits, Santorini, Boggle, Wingspan, and The Sneaky, Snacky Squirrel.
Read to Rover
West Branch Library
West Branch Meeting Room B
Wednesday, February 16 at 5:30 pm
Registration Required.
All Ages: Share a book with a furry friend from Love on a Leash. These good-natured therapy dogs are eager to listen to your child practice reading aloud in a stress-free setting, complete with cuddles, belly rubs, and ear scratches!
Ready to Read Storytime
West Branch Library
West Branch Meeting Room B
Friday, February 18 at 10:30 am
Registration Required.
Ages 0-5: Whether you're looking to bond with your little one, meet new friends, or prepare for their first day at Kindergarten, you can capture your child's imagination at Ready to Read Storytime. At Ready to Read Storytime, your child will learn new words and sounds, practice good listening and social skills, and develop their fine-motor skills with music, dance, and songs.
Ready to Read Storytime
West Branch Library
West Branch Meeting Room B
Friday, February 25 at 10:30 am
Registration Required.
Ages 0-5: Whether you're looking to bond with your little one, meet new friends, or prepare for their first day at Kindergarten, you can capture your child's imagination at Ready to Read Storytime. At Ready to Read Storytime, your child will learn new words and sounds, practice good listening and social skills, and develop their fine-motor skills with music, dance, and songs.