Kenmore-Town of Tonawanda Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale

155 Delaware Road Door #8 (Kenmore Middle and High School building)

• Thursday, October 3: 3 pm - 7 pm

• Friday, October 4: 3 pm - 7 pm

• Saturday, October 5: 9 am - 12 pm

Books priced at $1, with some children's items priced .50 - $1

Free Admission, credit cards accepted

Proceeds support the Kenmore and Kenilworth Branch Libraries

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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.

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Hooray for Story Time! 

Registrations for our Fall 2024 Story Time Programs opened on Monday, August 19 at 9:30 am 

 

Preschool Story Time for ages 3-5  

Tuesday Mornings at 10:30 September 17- October 29

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..

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Family Story Time for ages 5 and under 

Wednesday Evenings at 6:30 pm

Enjoy stories, songs, and crafts!

Family Story Time meets Wednesday evenings at 6:30 pm September 18- October 30

For ages 0-5

Registration Required

Toddler Time for Two's " Thursdays at 10 am September 19 - October 31

Join us for a delightful session of singing, laughing, reading, and playing tailored just for our TWO-RRIFIC friends! This story time is designed to engage and entertain toddlers through finger plays, songs, and captivating stories. Registration required.

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Monthly Kids programs and special events

 

 

Crafterday

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

On Saturday October 5, we'll make paper plate monster faces!

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 

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, October 12, 2024
Saturday, November 9, 2024
Saturday, December 14, 2024

 

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, September 28, 2024
Saturday, October 26, 2024
Saturday, November 23, 2024
Saturday, December 28, 2024

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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

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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.

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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:

Tuesdays 10 - 11:30 am & 6 - 7:30 pm

Wednesdays 10 - 11:30 am

Thursdays 10 am - 12 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.

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.

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Special Events

Individuals in need of accommodations may contact the ADA Coordinator at access@buffalolib.org within 7 days of the program.

Dare to Repair Cafe

Date: Saturday, September 21, 2024
Time: 11:00am - 2:00pm

🔧 Got something broken? Don't ditch it! Dare to Repair it!

Bring your broken items—lamps, small electronics, vacuums, toys, and more—to the Dare to Repair Cafe and let our volunteer "fixers" help you repair them for free! This community event is the perfect opportunity to learn a new skill, save money, and contribute to saving the planet.

Repair Categories Include:

• Small appliances
• Lamps
• Electronics
• Bicycles
• Computers
• Sewing machines
• Clothing and textiles

Please Note: No gas-powered items or TVs.

Repairs are not guaranteed, and all participants will be required to sign a waiver. Not all fixers can attend every event, so registering ahead of time helps ensure we have someone who can fix your item. Replacement parts are limited, so bring any you have!

📌 Registration is strongly recommended.
Visit https://thetoollibrary.org/daretorepair/ for more information and to register.

Sponsored by The Tool Library.
Individuals in need of accommodations may contact the ADA Coordinator at access@buffalolib.org within 7 days of the program.

Buffalo Banjo Band - Thursday September 26 at 6 pm

Join us in our community room for an evening of toe-tapping tunes with the Buffalo Banjo Band.  Organized in 1967 to "pluck" your heartstrings and have you strumming along with the songs of yesteryear, and sing-alongs of old time favorites.  No registration is required- everyone is welcome!

Medicare 101: Your Plan, Your Way.  Presented by Senior Health Plan Specialist Rebecca Poynton

Tuesday, October 1 2024 @ 6 PM

Join us for a comprehensive informational session ideal for anyone who needs clarity in what to expect from Medicare, including the different plan options available.  Topics covered to help you make sense of Medicare's "alphabet soup" will include:

• What is Medicare?
• Medicare Costs
• Enrollment Requirements
• Part A & B explained
• What original Medicare covers (and doesn't)
• Medicare Advantage and Part D
• Medigap Plans
• Enrollment Periods

RSVP by October 1 to rebecca@poyntonadvisor.com

Choro: Upbeat Brazilian Instrumental Music from Rio De Janeiro

Sunday, October 6. 2024 @ 1 PM

Join classical guitar duo Stephen Guerra and Penn Watson for a musical journey through 100 years of Brazilian choro.  This lively performance will highlight the rich history of Afro-Brazilian composers.  They will introduce each song and encourage audience participation with questions throughout the event.  Open to all, no registration required.

Kate Berberich: Writer on the Road to Happily Ever After

Thursday, October 17, 2024 @ 6:30 pm

Step into the world of Kate Berberich as she shares her journey of creating captivating stories (Yes there will be cats!) Discover what goes into building the fictional small town of Regency Bay and explore the behind the scenes process of writing.  From the files her editor sees to the polished novel you hold in your hand, Kate will walk you through the stages of crafting a setting for a novel.

She'll also discuss her latest release, Falling for the Cat Guy, and give a sneak peak into her upcoming summer romance.  And don't worry-fans of Dan and Lacey will hear about their future adventures!

No registration required

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Narcan Training

Saturday, October 19 @ 2 pm

Are you prepared to respond to an overdose?

Join our in-person Narcan training session to gain the skills and knowledge necessary to save lives during an opioid overdose.

What you'll learn:

• Erie County-specific data on opioid overdoses
• How to recognize the signs of an opioid overdose
• Steps to administer Narcan (naloxone)
• Legal protections for those who assist in an overdose situation (Good Samaritan Law)

How to register

Visit: https://www3.erie.gov/health/form/ecdoh-naloxone-trainings

Call: 716-858-7695

Email: narcan.training@erie.gov

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Kenmore: Then and Now

Tuesday, October 22 @ 6:30 pm

Join the Town of Tonawanda and Village of Kenmore historian, Marjorie J. Murray, in a presentation of historical locations in Kenmore.  She'll compare them in the past to how they are now and give some historical background- a great way to celebrate the Village's 125th anniversary! No registration is necessary and all are welcome.

Marge Murray is a lifelong resident of Kenmore.  She was appointed Kenmore's historian in the Summer of 2023, and has been a trustee for the Tonawanda Kenmore historical society since 2021.  She has been a tour docent with Buffalo Tours and Explore Buffalo since 2007, and also provides tours at the Buffalo Presidential Center.

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Bad Art Night 7 : Cookbook Catastrophe!

Thursday, October 24, 2024 @6 pm

Get ready to embrace the hilariously horrible side of creativity at our 7th installment of "Bad Art Night" - this time with a delightfully disastrous twist! This time we're diving into the culinary chaos of dusty old cookbooks.  You know the ones: recipes that look like they've been around since the dawn of gelatin, and dishes were a gherkin is the star ingredient!

Join us for an evening of absurd artistry where our inspiration comes straight from these questionable cookbooks.  But don't worry we'll have a smorgasbord of other craft supplies on hand the fuel your wildest, wackiest, art dreams! 

For ages 13-100 with a sense of humor.  Registration required.

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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

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Our in-house publications!

 

The Checkout: A REVIEW SOURCE WRITTEN BY LIBRARY PATRONS FOR LIBRARY PATRONS

Want to submit your own review?  You can now do so with our online submission form.

Issue #1 (pdf).

Issue #2 (pdf)

Issue #3 (pdf)

Issue #4 (pdf)

Issue#5 (pdf)

Issue#6 (pdf)

Issue#7 (pdf)

Issue #8 (pdf)

 

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 (pdf)

Issue #24 MAR/APR 2022 (pdf)

Issue #25 SUMMER 2022 (pdf)

Issue #26 FALL 2022 (pdf)

Issue #27 SPRING 2023 (pdf)

Issue #28 SUMMER 2023 (pdf)

Issue #29  FALL 2023 (pdf)

Issue #30 WINTER 2023/2024 (pdf)

Issue #31 SPRING 2024 (pdf)

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 (pdf)

Issue #13 MAR/APR 2022 (pdf)

Issue #14 Summer 2022 (pdf)

Issue #15 FALL 2022 (pdf)

Issue #16 Spring 2022 (pdf)

Issue #17 Summer 2023 (pdf)

Issue #18 Fall 2023 (pdf)

Issue #19 Spring 2024 (pdf)

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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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