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, 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 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.

    • 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.

    • Unwind - Monday, March 2nd 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.

    • Celebrate Pout Pout Fish - Saturday, March 7th from 11 AM to 1 PM. Sensory play, crafts and activities throughout the library. From 11 AM to 1 PM. Please register by calling 716-652-2719.

    • Writing Workshop - Thursday, March 12th at 1 PM. This is a creative writing workshop for anyone interested in gathering and writing on a suggested topic, and sharing their stories with the group. No experience is required. For the first session the presenter will suggest a topic, we will take time to write and read our stories out loud. Each writer can suggest topics for the next scheduled meeting and we will vote. All you need is paper, a pen, and an hour to share a few thoughts. Please register by calling 716-652-2719. 

       

    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.