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Family Storytime - Choose one of three meeting times: Tuesdays, Thursdays or Fridays from May 5th to May 29th at 10:30 AM. For ages birth to 5 years old. This is a 6-week session. Treat your kids to some songs and stories! Children must bring an adult lap to sit on. Please register by calling 716-652-2719.
University Express: Swift Flowing Water: HiSTORIES of North Tonawanda - Tuesday, May 19th at 2 PM. Water frames and colors the history of North Tonawanda -- flowing from the name of the place, to the power passing through it, to the people who came to it, and to the products made there and then sent out to the world. The strategic location provided a gateway to the Erie Canal and a transfer point for both electricity and travelers going between Buffalo and Niagara Falls or Lockport. This talk will introduce a few of the influential individuals, as well as a selection of the major industries and businesses in N.T.'s history, sometimes having interesting connections with other people and places in or beyond Western New York. For ages 50+. Please register by calling 716-652-2719.
Book Club - Wednesday, May 20th at 6:30 PM. The month's book selection is “Everything I Never Told You” by Celeste Ng. Stop by the library to pick up a copy of the book. All are welcome.
Writing Workshop - Thursday, May 21 at 1 PM. Led by author Wende Essrow, this is a creative writing workship for anyone interested in gather and writing on a suggested topic and sharing their stories with the group. No experience is required. All you need is paper, a pen, and an hour to share a few thoughts. Please register by calling 716-652-2719.
University Express: Understanding Medicare - Thursday, May 21st at 2 PM. Medicare 101: Understanding Your Options. Medicare is Confusing! What are Parts A, B, C & D? When do I have to enroll? What will I pay? What is a Medicare Advantage Plan? What is a Medicare Supplement Plan? What about late enrollment penalties, Extra Help, EPIC or Medicare Savings Programs? What kind of plans might work best for me? This class will help people understand how the federal Medicare program works and provide a general overview of the variety of Medicare insurance options available to beneficiaries. For ages 50+. Please register by calling 716-652-2719.
Books, Bites, & Buddies: a K-2 Book Club for Kids - Wednesday, May 27th at 4-4:30 PM. Bring your friends and join us for a kid-centered book club! This month’s theme is humor/funny books. Read a book in advance and come ready to talk about it. A healthy snack will be provided. For kids of any age. Please call 716-652-2719 to register.
Elma Cooks! Cookbook Club - Wednesday, May 27th at 6 PM. Join us for our cookbook club! Meet fellow foodies, cookbook enthusiasts and wonderful people who will enrich your culinary interests. Browse the book, pick a recipe and share potluck style. Sign up at the front desk.
University Express: Writing a Eulogy - Thursday, May 28th at 2 PM. A hands on class illustrating techniques for writing a eulogy. For ages 50+. Please register by calling 716-652-2719.
Pathways to Homeownership - Saturday, May 30th from 12-2 PM. Join Brittany Grant from Keybank as they discuss a wide range of topics on home-buying. Please call 716-652-2719 to register.
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Unwind - Monday, June 1st at 4 PM. A casual fiber arts group (the point is to hang out and make things). For ages 6-12. Bring a project you are working on, or participate in the month's activity. We will explore different fiber arts such as crocheting, knitting, weaving, sewing, embroidering, felting. Please register by calling 716-652-2719.
University Express: Crystals 101 - Tuesday, June 2nd at 2 PM. Learn about how crystals can be used to enhance your own healing journey! Learn about the most common crystals used in energy healing (reiki), what they represent, and how you can use them daily! Free crystals to all who attend! For ages 50+. Please register by calling 716-652-2719.
University Express: Let's Paint with Watercolors - Wednesday, June 3rd at 5:30 PM. Cindy took some watercolor lessons and found that watercolor is a fun and calming outlet for creativity. When asked if anyone wants to try art, they usually respond that they can't even draw stick people. However, you don't need to be a professional artist to try your hand at art. The classes Cindy has had in the past provided seniors with a sketch, direction and Watercolor supplies. Time to try something new. Cindy will give you a supply list so you can get your own supplies and continue to paint on your own. Paint the flowers in your garden, paint a beautiful landscape, paint from your vacation photos. You can be artistic, you just need to try. For ages 50+. Please register by calling 716-652-2719.
Summer Break Book Boxes - Starting Monday, June 8th. For grades 5th-12th. Get your own curated box of books to read from the library! Each box will come with 2 library books handpicked for you along with snacks and goodies for you to keep. Let Jessi know you would like a box by Friday, June 20th. If you are new to Book Boxes, forms may be found on our website or you may fill one out at the library. Boxes will be available for pick up on Monday, June 29th.
The Roadrunners Concert - Monday, June 8th from 6 PM to 7:30 PM. The Roadrunners, an oldies band that has been in existence for 25 years. Playing music from the 50s to 70s, we are a 4 piece band that has performed for festivals in the park, casinos, American Legion and VFW Posts, private parties, assisted living and nursing homes as well as libraries. Come enjoy some oldies music and sing along to top hits of the past. No registration required.
University Express: Historic Places of Buffalo and WNY - Wednesday, June 10th at 6:30 PM. Discussion of historic locations, buildings, homes and places in the WNY area. This talk will feature an overview of the 250 locations included in the book Historic Places of Buffalo & WNY, including photos and history of the properties discussed. For ages 50+. Please register by calling 716-652-2719.
FeedMore WNY - Thursdays, June 11th and 25th from 12:30- 1:30 PM (weather permitting). Stop by to purchase fresh, healthy, affordable and locally grown produce every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month! The Farm Market accepts cash, debit/credit, tap to pay & SNAP/EBT (50% off)!
University Express: The Fossils of Penn Dixie in WNY - Thursday, June 11th at 2 PM. The Fossils of Penn Dixie in Western New York is an introduction to the many different fossils and rocks in western New York, concentrating on the fossils found in the rock layers of the Penn Dixie Fossil Park, located in Blasdell, NY. Topics will include: ● What constitutes a fossil? ● How a fossil gets made ● The age of the rocks and fossils at Penn Dixie ● The global position of western New York when the fossils were alive ● The types of rocks in western New York ● What fossils are not here in our rocks and why ● What fossils are in our rocks ● The new fossil discovery at Penn Dixie. For ages 50+. Please register by calling 716-652-2719.
University Express: Practice Self-Defense for Seniors - Tuesday, June 16th at 2 PM. In this class you will be taught awareness, prevention and simple moves to get away if someone grabs you. For ages 50+. Please register by calling 716-652-2719.
Book Club - Wednesday, June 17th at 6:30 PM. This month's selection is “The Last Castle: The Epic Story of Love, Loss, and American Royalty in the Nation's Largest Home” by Denise Kiernan. Stop by or call the library to place a hold on the book. All are welcome.
Lego Club - Saturday, June 20th at 1 PM. For ages 6-12. Join us for some Lego-building fun. We provide the Legos, and you build! Please call 716-652-2719 to register.
Individuals in need of an accommodation for any program listed above may contact the ADA Coordinator at access@buffalolib.org within 7 days of a program.