Elma Public Library

Elma Public Library
Library Info

1860 Bowen Rd.
Elma, NY 14059
United States

716-652-2719
Fax: 716-652-0381
Stephanie Molnar, Director

Located on the corner of Bowen and Rice Roads, east of Route 400. Wheelchair accessible. Parking lot and book drop available.

Public Access Computers: 14 computers, networked, including 3 laptops, printing 10¢ per B&W page, 25¢ per color page, flatbed scanner, Microsoft Office Applications, Internet Access, Misc. "What can I do at a Public Access Computer?"

Wi-fi available.

Meeting Room, capacity 60. Copy machine, copies 15 cents each.  Download PDF of Meeting Room Policy & Application

What's Special About the Elma Library

Local History Collection

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You'll now be able to borrow a variety of non-traditional materials from the Elma Public Library!  We have a GoPro camera, a portable record player, musical instruments, robots, and more!  Download PDF with Full List. 

Elma Public Library Policies

System-Wide Policies

The Elma Public Library is a member of the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library System.

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    What's new in the library?

    • Adult Chair Yoga - Mondays, January 5th, 12th and 26th to February 2nd and 9th at 1 PM. Yoga in a chair?! Yes! You don’t need to get down on the floor to experience the benefits of yoga. This class will include both seated postures and standing postures that use a chair for support. All fitness levels are welcome. A yoga mat to place under the chair is recommended. Please register by calling 716-652-2719. 

    • Family Storytime - Choose one of three meeting times: Tuesdays, Thursdays or Fridays from January 13th to February 13th 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.

    • Book Club - Wednesday, January 21st at 6:30 PM. This month's selection is "The Lost Girls of Willowbrook" by Ellen Marie Wiseman. Stop by or call the library to place a hold on the book. All are welcome. 

    • Jane Austen Tea Party - Saturday, January 24th at 2 PM. Celebrate Jane Austen’s 250th birthday with tea, cookies, a craft and games! For ages 13 and up. Please register by calling 716-652-2719. 

    • Mocktails and Craft Night - Monday, January 26th at 6 PM. Enjoy a mocktail while painting beautiful candlesticks! Teens and adults welcome. Teens bring your adults, adults bring your teens for mocktails and a painting. Please register by calling 716-652-2719. Sponsored by the Friends of the Elma Public Library.

    • Elma Cooks! Cookbook Club - Wednesday, January 28th at 6 PM. Join us for our cookbook club! Meet fellow foodies, cookbook enthusiasts and wonderful people who will enrich your culinary interests. This month's cookbook is “Make It. Don't Buy It". Browse the book and sign up at the front desk.

    • Winter Baby Rave - Saturday, January 31st at 12 PM. Enjoy EMD remixes of classic children’s songs! Dancing is a must. BYO Flashlights. Glowsticks and LED toys will be available for play. Caution: There will be flashing lights and loud-ish music. For babies and toddlers up to 2 years old. Please register by calling 716-652-2719.

    • Adult Chair Yoga - Mondays, February 2nd and 9th at 1 PM. Yoga in a chair?! Yes! You don’t need to get down on the floor to experience the benefits of yoga. This class will include both seated postures and standing postures that use a chair for support. All fitness levels are welcome. A yoga mat to place under the chair is recommended. Please register by calling 716-652-2719.

    • B.Y.O. Book Club - Monday, February 2nd at 6:30 pm. This is a casual gathering of readers who can’t read on a schedule or don’t want to read the same book as everyone else. Simply bring the book you are currently reading or a recent favorite and be ready to share it with the group! Come get some new book recommendations and talk with fellow book lovers. 

    • Family Storytime - Choose one of three meeting times: Tuesdays, Thursdays or Fridays from February 3rd to February 13th 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.

    • Toddler Dance Class - Friday, February 6th at 10:30 AM. Join us for a creative movement, musicality, dance, fitness and tumbling class with Miss Stacey. For ages 18 months to 3 years. Please register by calling 716-652-2719.

    • Take Your Child to the Library Day - Saturday, February 7th at 1 PM. Join us for some fun games, crafts and snacks! All Ages. Please register by calling 716-652-2719.

    • Snowman Stack-Up! - Wednesday, February 11th at 6:30 PM. This is a STEM program! Using only paper and standard office supplies, kids will build a paper snowman! The challenge? Make it as tall as possible. Prizes will be awarded! For kids in grades K-3. Please register by calling 716-652-2719.

    • FeedMore WNY - Thursday, February 12th and 26th at from 12 PM to 1 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)!

    • Valensteins - Saturday, February 14th at 11 AM. Create your own Valenstein using recyclables, scraps and supplies from our craft closet! Ages 6-11. Please register by calling 716-652-2719.

    • Kids Self-Directed Maker Space - Tuesday, February 17th from 1:00 PM -5:00 PM. Join us at the library for a self-directed Maker space! Build and create with supplies provided by the library. Drop in anytime from 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM. No registration required. 

    • Book Club - Wednesday, February 18th at 6:30 PM. The month's book selection is “Homegoing” by Yaa Gyasi. Stop by the library to pick up a copy of the book. All are welcome.

    • The Vet is In! - Thursday, February 19th from 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM. Bring your favorite stuffie to our Stuffed Animal Check-Up Clinic! Under the supervision of our Doctor, children can perform a full examination, complete with “X-rays”, height and weight checks, and more. 

    • Story Time with United States of America’s Mrs. New York - Friday, February 20th at 10:30 AM. Join Mrs. New York for a story time that celebrates kindness, community and the power each child has to make the world a little brighter! Children will also be making Kindness cards. Tailored for ages 3-7, but other ages are welcome to come. Please register by calling 716-652-2719. 

    • Mocktails and Craft Night - Monday, February 23rd at 6:00 PM. BYOB-Bling Your Own Book! Bring your favorite book and bling it up with some diamond art! Refreshments will be provided. Teens and Adults welcome. Please register by calling 716-652-2719. 

    • Elma Cooks! Cookbook Club - Wednesday, February 25that 6 PM. Join us for our cookbook club! Meet fellow foodies, cookbook enthusiasts and wonderful people who will enrich your culinary interests. This month's cookbook is “The Princess Bride: The Official Cookbook”. Browse the book and sign up at the front desk.

    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.