Kenmore Branch

Kenmore Branch
Library Info

160 Delaware Rd.
Kenmore, NY 14217
United States

716-873-2842
Fax: 716-873-8416
Mary Muscarella, Director

Located at the corner of Chapel and Delaware Road, one mile south of Sheridan Drive. Wheelchair accessible. Parking lot available. 

Public access computers: 42 public access computers (3 Children's PCs, 2 Young Adult PCs, 29 Adult PCs, 6 Laptops and 2 OPACs), networked (printing 10 cents per page for black & white, 25 cents per page for color), Microsoft Office applications, Internet access.  Free WiFi available. "What can I do at a Public Access Computer?"

An Optalec ClearView Video Magnifier is available in the library's magazine area on a first-come, first-serve basis.

There are two meeting rooms at the Kenmore Library available for library programs and use by nonprofit organizations and groups. The larger room has a capacity of 47 people and the smaller room has a capacity of 25 people. Meeting rooms will be assigned for use based on availability and room capacity. A meeting room application must be completed.

Town of Tonawanda Public Library Meeting Room Policy

The Kenmore Library has three Study Rooms available on a first come, first served basis. Two of the study rooms can accommodate up to 5 people, and the small study room can accommodate up to 2 people.

A Display Case is available for use by nonprofit organization and groups.  A Display Case/Exhibit Case Application must be completed.

Town of Tonawanda Public Library Display Case-Exhibit Space Rules of Use

Copy Machine - Black and White copies are 15 cents each.

Self Service Fax Machine -Faxes cost $1.75 for the first page and an additional $1 per page. You can use your credit or debit card or purchase a fax card at the circulation desk.

Kenmore Branch Policies

 

System-Wide Policies

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

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    The Kenmore Library is open:

    Please note: There was a slight adjustment to our hours of service starting in 2024

     

    Mondays from 9:30 am - 6 pm, 
    Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 9:30 am - 8 pm, 
    Fridays and Saturdays from 9:30 am - 5 pm 

    Closed Sundays

    Our street address is 160 Delaware Road, Kenmore NY 14217

    You can call us at 716-873-2842 during our service hours

    Our public Wi-Fi service is always available and the signal range extends to our parking lot

    The Network ID is BECPL2

    The password is librarywifi

    A note about donations of books and media:

    The Kenmore Library asks that if you have a large amount of donations (more than a box worth) that you please drop them off to our Ken-Ton friends of the library group who has a dedicated collection spot across the street at the Kenmore Jr/Sr High School at 155 Delaware Road (Door #8) on Saturdays from 10 am - 12 pm.  This helps keep our library spaces clean and uncluttered, so thank you!  For more information about what material donations are accepted by our friends group please refer to this  information sheet


    Adventure Begins at Your Library: 2024 Summer Reading Program!

    Join the Town of Tonawanda Public Libraries for an adventurous summer with our READsquared summer reading program!

    Program Dates: July 1st - August 24th
    Who Can Join: Adventurers of all ages!
    Prizes: Exciting prizes for every age group.

    How to Join:

    New Explorers:

    1. Register at READsquared
    2. Or download the READsquared app from the Apple App Store or Google Play. Search for "Kenmore" or "Kenilworth".

    Returning Participants:

    • No need to register again if you’ve joined before!

    Learn More:

    Watch our informative YouTube video to get all the details and registration steps (originally made for Summer 2020, but the process remains the same!): Watch Here

    Embark on a journey of reading and discovery this summer at your library!

     

     

     

    EVENTS

    Weekly Drop in Programs

    Stem Toy Tuesdays: Tuesdays from 4-6 pm.  Tinker with some STEM toys! Play and learn with Bee-Bots, Ozobots, Brackitz, Snap Circuits Extreme, and more! No registration is necessary. Open to ages 5-16. 

    Build-A-Button Wednesdays: Wednesdays from 5-7 pm. Make a personalized button or magnet! All supplies provided and program is for all ages. No registration necessary- drop in anytime between 5-7pm.

    Board Games All Day Saturday: Bring family or friends to the Kenmore Library, take a break from devices, and discover the good old-fashioned fun of board games! Games available for all ages. No registration necessary.

    Hooray for Story Time! 

    Registrations for our Summer 2024 Story Time Programs opened on Monday, June 3 at 9:30 am 

     

    Preschool Story Time for ages 3-5

    Preschool Story Time for ages 3-5  (Registration Full)

    Tuesday Mornings at 10:30 July 9 - August 6

    Enjoy stories, finger plays, and songs!

    Story time meets Tuesday mornings at 10:30 am, July 9 - August 6

    For children age 3-5.

    Registration required..

    Toddler Time for 2 year olds

    Toddler Time for 2-year-olds (Registration Full)

    A special story time just for 2-year-olds and their caregivers!

    Thursday mornings at 10:00 am July 11- July 25

    Registration required 

     

    Monthly Kids programs and special events

     


    Battle of the Books Kenmore Library 2024 Team Meetings

    Informational Meeting:  Wednesday, June 26 @ 5 pm

    Regular meetings will be on Wednesday from July 3 through August 28 @ 5 pm

    Do you like to read?  Do you love trivia and competition? Are you in grades 5-8

    TRY BATTLE OF THE BOOKS!

    Battle of the Books is a county-wide book trivia competition for current 5-8 graders (rising 6-9 graders) where we'll read three books and answer trivia questions about them.  There is also an artistic challenge where team members can create a 2D or video representation of one of the books.

    We'll hold weekly meetings to practice our trivia and talk about the books.  At the end of August, we'll participate in a virtual competition.  Can Kenmore win Battle of the Books for a second year in a row?

    Call  716-873-2842 or stop in the library for more information.  

     

     


    The Kenmore Branch Library's 2024 Summer Specials 

    Registration for all events begins on Monday, June 24th

    Contact or visit the library to sign up or learn more

     

    • Insects Run the World: Wednesday, July 31st at 1 pm (Ages 5-10) - Learn about insects and arachnids. Presented by Mark Carra

    • REGISTRATION FULL Bubble Blast!: Wednesday, August 14th at 1 pm (Ages 5-10) - Explore soap science with bubbly experiments. Presented by the Buffalo Museum of Science

       

    • Circus for All!: Friday, August 16th at 2 pm (Ages 6 and up) - Learn circus skills and watch a performance. Presented by Benjamin Berry

       

    • Balloon Twisting Workshop: Wednesday, August 28th at 1 pm (Ages 7 and up) - Learn balloon twisting and enjoy magic. Presented by Cris Johnson

     

    Balloon Twisting Workshop with Cris Johnson – Wednesday August 28th at 1 pm

    Suggested for ages 7 and up

    Kenmore Library Summer Concert Series 

    • Vibrant Strings - Thursday, August 29 @ 6 pm

    Buffalo-based sibling string trio Vibrant Strings is back for an encore performance!  The group embraces ALL genres of music on their violins; Classical, R&B, Hip Hop, Jazz, Gospel, Pop and more.  Vibrant Strings will captivate you with their unique sound, so be sure to come and enjoy a wonderful evening of beautiful music!

     

     

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    Crafterday

    The first Saturday of the month at 10 am is Crafterday at the Kenmore Library!

    On Saturday, August 3 , we'll make a jumping frog craft!

    Recommended for ages 5-12 (children younger than 5 can attend with a caregiver, children older than 12 can attend if interested).

    Registration required. Call 716-873-2842 or stop in the library to register.

     

    Lego Club

    Lego Club 

    Held the 2nd Saturday of the month from 11 am - 12 pm

    Complete in our monthly challenges, or just enjoy some free building time.

    No registration required. Recommended for ages 6-12.

    upcoming dates:    


    Saturday, August 10, 2024
    Saturday, September 14, 2024
    Saturday, October 12, 2024
    Saturday, November 9, 2024
    Saturday, December 14, 2024

     

    Free play for ages 2-6

    Free Play at the Kenmore Library (ages 2-6)

    Every 4th Saturday from 11 am - 1 pm. Ages 2-6. Enjoy an open-play experience allowing both you & them to socialize
    Parents & Caregivers required to stay. No registration required.

    Upcoming dates 
    Saturday, July 27, 2024
    Saturday, August 24, 2024
    Saturday, September 28, 2024
    Saturday, October 26, 2024
    Saturday, November 23, 2024
    Saturday, December 28, 2024

    Bricks to Go

    Bricks to Go!  A Take home building challenge for kids 6-14

    Can't make it to (or wait for) our next Lego Club? Try BRICKS-TO-GO! Come by the Kenmore branch library and checkout one of our BRICKS-TO-GO kits. Take it home and create your build before bringing it back to display! For kids ages 6-14. Kits are limited so stop by or call 873-2842 for details.

     

    Programs for Teens and Adults

     

    Weekly Programs

    Knit & Crochet Club

    Knit & Crochet Club 

    Get together with friends to knit, crochet, or work on your other crafty projects!

    Meets every Monday from 12-2 PM.

    No registration required. This is not a class, so make sure to bring your own yarn and projects.

    Call 716-873-2842 or stop in the library for more information.

    Computer Coach

    Computer Coach 

     Interested in becoming a computer coach volunteer? Fill out an application and send to knm@buffalolib.org with Computer Coach Volunteer application in the subject line.

    Current Computer Coach Schedule:

     

    Tuesday from 10 - 11:30 am

    Tuesdays from 6-7:30  pm

    Wednesdays from 10 am - 11:30 am

    Thursdays 10 am-12:30 pm

    Get one on one assistance with our volunteers  to help you with your smartphone or tablet, email, Microsoft Word, using the Internet, scanning and more! Service based on volunteer availability, it is advised that you contact the branch beforehand for the current schedule. Call 716-873-2842 for more information.

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    Notary Public - Wednesdays from 6-7 PM

    A Notary Public volunteer will be available from 6-7 pm on Wednesdays. No appointment is necessary and walk-ins are welcome. Call 716-873-2842 for more information.

    Special Events

     

     

    Kenmore Library Book Club

    The Kenmore Library Book Club

    Join Mary on the third Tuesday of each month at 6:30 pm for a monthly book discussion. 

    email knm@buffalolib.org or call the library at 716-873-2842 during open hours for information about getting a copy of the book to be discussed.  

     

    Our 2024 Selections!

    January 16th – A Woman is No Man by Etaf Rum

     

    February 20th – Go Tell It on the Mountain by James Baldwin

     

    March 19th – The Girl with the Louding Voice by Abi Dare

     

    April 16th – Hello Beautiful by Ann Napolitano

     

    May 21st – I Have Some Questions For You by Rebecca Makkai

     

    June 18th – The Vanishing Half by Brit Bennett

     

    July 16th – Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby VanPelt

     

    August 20 - The Mystery of Mrs. Christie by Marie Benedict

     

    September 17th – West with Giraffes by Lynda Rutledge

     

    October 15th – Normal People by Sally Rooney

     

    November 19th – No Two Persons by Erica Bauermeister

     

    December 17th – The Half Moon by Mary Beth Keane

    Our in-house publications!

     

    The Checkout

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    Kenmore Library News

    Kenmore Library News, the premier kid-created newsletter for all things library returns at last!  Click the links below or stop by the library to get your copy.

    Issue #23 JAN/FEB 2022

    Issue #24 MAR/APR 2022

    Issue #25 SUMMER 2022

    Issue #26 FALL 2022

    Issue #27 SPRING 2023

    Issue #28 SUMMER 2023

    Issue #29  FALL 2023

    Issue #30 WINTER 2023/2024

    Issue #31 SPRING 2024

    KLN Zine

    The KLN Zine- The Kenmore Library News Zine for young adults, with news and reviews and all the hottest pop culture takes.

    Issue #12 JAN/FEB 2022

    Issue #13 MAR/APR 2022

    Issue #14 Summer 2022

    Issue #15 FALL 2022

    Issue #16 Spring 2023

    Issue #17 Summer 2023

    Issue #18 Fall 2023

    Issue #19 Spring 2024

    Connect with us

    CONNECT WITH US

    Join us on Facebook @KenmoreLib for news, updates, and reminders about everything happening at the Kenmore Library, as well as other events happening in the Buffalo & Erie County Library System and the Town of Tonawanda.  

    Our X (formerly known as Twitter) handle is @BECPLKenmore for updates on any library changes as well as to promote our programs.

    Need some reading inspiration? Our sister branch at Kenilworth has 90+  Pinterest Boards with thousands of suggestions for books available to request from the Buffalo & Erie County Library System which you can have sent to  Kenmore for pickup.  Check out their new & notable boards for items on order or recently received.

    Remember, friending and following us on our social media sites, checking-in, liking, sharing our posts, and tagging us in your pictures, are all great ways to help promote your branch & libraries as a whole!

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