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Nan Baker Appointed New Executive Director of The West Shore Chamber as John Sobolewski Retires After 39 Remarkable Years

The West Shore Chamber of Commerce Board is proud to announce the appointment of Nan Baker as its new Executive Director, effective January 1, 2025. Baker brings with her 37 years of experience as a small business owner. During that time, she also served as State Representative for the West Shore District from 2009 to 2016, until term-limited, and as ... Read More »

Westlake Porter Public Library Hosting Open House

An Open House at Westlake Porter Public Library will reveal the results of the recent renovation project. The celebration will take place on Wednesday, January 15 from 4-6 p.m. Remarks will take place at 4:30 p.m. The project is Phase 2 of improvements requested by library users in a 2021 public survey. It includes a new Young Adult area, a ... Read More »

Westlake Kiwanis Club Helps Meals on Wheels

Westlake Kiwanis is proud to donate $1500.00 toward the Meals on Wheels Refrigerator that broke earlier this year. Thank you to all of the volunteers that provide meals to those families most in need. Pictured is Westlake Kiwanis Member Chip Zyrkowski, Marie Patten, Executive Director for Meals on Wheels and Westlake Kiwanis President Nan Baker Read More »

Westlake Kiwanis Club Helps Families in Need at Christmas

The Westlake Kiwanis Club distributed food and good cheer to families at the Westlake Community Center on December 13 along with a donation of $500 toward feeding the 52 families. “This is what we work for all year long, lending a hand to families who need us most in our community,” said Nan Baker, President of the Club.  In conjunction ... Read More »

Westlake Porter Public Library’s January Calendar of Events

Following is Westlake Porter Public Library’s January 2025 calendar of events. All programs are subject to change. Please check westlakelibrary.org or follow the library on Facebook and Instagram (@WestlakePorter) for the latest updates. Wednesday, January 1 New Year’s Day – Library Closed Thursday, January 2, Friday, January 3 and Saturday, January 4 (10 a.m.-Noon) Hot Wheels® Build and Play – ... Read More »

Santa’s at Crocker Park

Santa arrived at Crocker Park on Saturday Nov. 23 as guests crowded the center for a look at Mr. and Mrs. Claus. Stop by Photos With Santa this season and catch the vibe at Crocker Park. It is truly the holiday season there with magical holiday memories inside the Santa House in East Park, perfect gifts, and  festive atmosphere. All ... Read More »

Westlake Kiwanis Donate Food Baskets

The Westlake Kiwanis Club donated $500 toward Thanksgiving food baskets for families in need. In addition members helped to distribute food at the Community Center on November 22.  The Westlake Kiwanis Club also distributed meals for Meals on Wheels on Thanksgiving morning, giving the regular delivery volunteers a much deserved day off with their families. Pictured left to right: Norm ... Read More »

Crocker Pointe Opens with Festive Ribbon-Cutting

The holiday season kicked off in a special way last Thursday in Westlake as Crocker Pointe Health & Rehabilitation opened with a special ribbon-cutting and open house. “We loved welcoming the community into our beautifully festive facility, where holiday cheer was in full swing. Guests enjoyed exploring our newly renovated private suites and experiencing the warmth and care that makes ... Read More »

Westlake Porter Public Library Celebrates 140 Years!

Westlake Porter Public Library will celebrate its 140th anniversary on Sunday, December 15. The library will host celebratory events including a holiday cookie bake-off judged by a panel including local professional bakers, a prize drawing which patrons can enter by finding one of 140 paper Leonard Porters, and a WPPL trivia worksheet challenge for a chance to win prizes. Westlake ... Read More »