Orchard Park Public Library
Library Info
Located on the corner of Highland Avenue, three blocks south of the 20A/277 intersection. Wheelchair accessible. Parking lot available.
Social Media
Features:
23 Public Access Computers
All computers are networked, including 2 laptops with wireless printing and a workstation with a flatbed scanner available. All computers have Microsoft Office 2007 Applications, Internet Access, Misc. "What can I do at a Public Access Computer?"
Printing 10 cents B&W per page, 25 cents color per page.
Community Display Case
Community members are encouraged to reserve a spot in the Display Case by filling out a Display Case Reservation form available to download below. The dimensions of the display case are 68 inches wide, 40 inches tall and 10 inches deep. Up to two removable glass shelves are available by request. The display case features florescent lighting and a lock for security.
Meeting Room
Capacity 49, room dimensions 23 ft x 22.5 ft. Wireless internet access point in room for excellent WiFi. Meeting room is also equipped for multimedia presentations. Used for library programs, available for use by nonprofit organizations (registration required call 662-9851). The application for use of the Orchard Park Library Meeting Room is available here (pdf).
Study Area and Quiet Reading Room
The Orchard Park Library has spaces available for a variety of uses from quiet study areas to tables for homework help or personal computing.
Inviting Children's Area!
Mobile Device Charging Stations
The Orchard Park Library has two mobile device charging stations, along with Kwikboost chargers at several tables throughout the library
Black & White Copy Machine
For your convenience the Orchard Park Library also has a black & white copy machine. Copies are 15 cents each for 8.5 X 11in (letter sized), copies 30 cents each for 8.5 X 14in (legal sized)
What's Special About the Orchard Park Library
Located adjacent to the historic 1920s Railroad Depot Station, the Orchard Park Library serves southern Erie County as a center for reference and homework help with its large non-fiction collection. It has an extensive fiction, DVD and audio book collection. The children's collection is highlighted by innovative special displays and an interactive play area. A chessboard is available for public use.
Special programs for all ages, story times for children and computer classes are offered continually.
And finally and most importantly, it is our knowledgeable and responsive staff that makes our library so effective, friendly and welcoming.
Our Friends of the Orchard Park Public Library is the largest and most active Friends group in Erie County. They sponsor the 4th Tuesday speaker series, many of our special children's programs, donated book sales, an annual rare book sale and ongoing Book Nook, Book Cart and online book sales. Guidelines for book sale donations may be found here:
We can gladly accept up to one medium sized bag or box of donations per day. Friends have purchased many shelves, display units and other equipment that make this library so special. New members are always welcome. You can join in person at the Orchard park Public Library, or you can become a member online at https://friendsofoplibrary.org/membership-form/.
Check out our ongoing book sale, made possible by the Friends of the Orchard Park Library!
Orchard Park Public Library Policies
- Bulletin Board Policy (pdf)
- Claims Audit Policy (pdf)
- Conflict of Interest Policy (pdf)
- Distribution of Community Information Policy (pdf)
- Emergency Procedures Policy (pdf)
- Exhibits and Displays Policy & Application (pdf)
- Ethics Policy (pdf)
- Finances and Donated Funds Accountability Policy (pdf)
- Freedom of Information Law Policy (pdf)
- Gift Policy (pdf)
- Investment Policy (pdf)
- Lost & Found Policy (pdf)
- Media Relations Policy (pdf)
- Meeting Room Use Policy (pdf)
- Nursing Mothers in the Workplace Policy (pdf)
- Patron Suspension, Reinstatement and Appeal Processes (pdf)
- Photography Filming Policy (pdf)
- Photography and Filming Approval Form (pdf)
- Procurement Policy (pdf)
- Public Health Emergency Plan (pdf)
- Open Meeting Policy (pdf)
- Rules of Conduct Policy (pdf)
- Unattended Children Policy (pdf)
- Whistle Blower Policy (pdf)
System-Wide Policies
What’s Happening
Orchard Park Public Library
October Events
ADULT
Ongoing Book Sales
The Friends of the Orchard Park Public Library generously provide an on-going book sale for our library. The Book Nook provides inexpensive book selections for all ages, while the Special Sale items are where you can often score newly published books and rare finds!
Prices for the Book Nook: $1 adult softcover, $2 adult hardcover, $0.50 kids softcover, $1 kids hardcover, $1 media, $0.50 magazines.
Prices for Special Sale: These items are priced individually based on their year of publication, quality, and any special features of the book. Prices typically range from $2-$10 for a single item.
Prices are subject to change per the Orchard Park Public Library Friends and staff.
1-on-1 Technology Help
Hour appointments available for technology assistance and basic guidance.
To Schedule an Appointment:
Visit OPK Tech Help Website or call us at (716)662-9851.
Please Note:
We do not perform physical repairs, hardware upgrades, or open devices.
We reserve the right to stop the appointment if it requires in depth repairs, personal information, possible data loss, or finances.
KIDS
Kids Book Box Club
Registration for November's Book Boxes will run October 12th - November 2nd
Ever heard of subscription services like “OwlCrate” or “Book of the Month?” Our Kids Book Boxes are a lot like that… but FREE! Enjoy a box full of library books hand-picked for you and packaged up with snacks and other surprises! This program is for kids in grades 2 - 6. You can sign up by filling out the survey and telling us what your child likes to read. Sign up runs from August 17th through September 7th. We pick out several books tailored to their preferences and package them up with some goodies! Pick up the book box at the library anytime between September 14th-21st. Return the box and books when your child is done reading them, all of the other goodies are yours to keep!
Register and fill out the survey here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe0rGqGnC7qnkJcsLSRrVYucC95-NzQfeiBF2T9X40LHaJrOg/closedformNovember Events
ADULT
Orchard Park Public Library's Official Book Club
Wednesday, November 4th 6:00 - 7:00 PM
This is the official Book Club of the Orchard Park Public Library! Join us this month for a fun and lively discussion of The Art Thief by Michael Finkel. Registration is recommended by stopping into the library or calling 716-662-9851.
Cookbook Club: Friendsgiving
Tuesday, November 10th 6:30 - 7:30 PM
Join us for our first meeting of the Orchard Park Public Library Cookbook Club on November 10th at 6:30 PM! This month we will be celebrating Friendsgiving with the cookbook Magnolia Table Volume 3 by Joanna Gaines. Everyone will bring their dish to share, potluck style.
Registration is required. Please visit the front desk to choose a recipe and register. Please call the library at (716)662-9851 if you have any questions.
Individuals in need of an accommodation may contact the ADA coordinator at access@buffalolib.org within 7 days of the program.
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How To Have "The Talk": A Seminar For Parents
Wednesday, November 18th 6:00 - 7:00 PM
Join the Erie County Department of Health's Family Planning Public Health Educator on Wednesday, November 18th at 6 PM for a seminar titled "How To Have 'The Talk.'" The seminar will cover how to connect with your children and provide tools to ensure that the messages you have will get across to them when talking about sexual health. You will learn conversation starters, how to have successful conversations about adult topics, and what a healthy parent/child relationship can look like.
This event is for adults ages 17+ only. Please call the library to register at (716) 662-9851.
Autumn Floral Arranging
Thursday, November 19th 6:00 - 7:00 PM
Presented by the Orchard Park Garden Club's Evening Group, The Seedlings.
Join us for an evening of floral arranging with The Seedlings!
This event is for adults ages 17+ only. Registration is required. Please call the library to register at (716) 662-9851.
Individuals in need of an accommodation may contact the ADA coordinator at access@buffalolib.org within 7 days of the program.
TEENS
DECEMBER TEEN BOOK BOXES
Registration runs November 1st - 15th
Pickup runs December 1st - 8th
For teens in grades 7-12
Registration for December Teen Book Boxes opens the first week in November! Enjoy a box full of library books hand-picked for you and packaged up with snacks and other surprises! Return the box and the books after three weeks, but keep everything else.
Pickup for the December book boxes will be the first week of December (December 1st- 8th). Sign up from November 1st - 15th by visiting us in person or filling out a form at https://forms.gle/WJtiMYcScARckzTq5
TEEN ADVISORY GROUP (TAG)
Monday, November 2nd from 6-7:30 PM
For teens in grades 7-12
The Teen Advisory Group will help plan & execute library programs, provide insight into how best to serve Orchard Park Teens, gain volunteer hours & experience, and meet new people!
Volunteer hours may be awarded for attendance.
Registration is required. For more information, please call the Orchard Park Library at 662-9851.
TEEN GAME NIGHT
Monday, November 9th from 6-7 PM
For teens in grades 7-12
Join us at the Orchard Park Public Library for our monthly game night to play board games, card games, and more!
Registration is requested. For more information, please call the Orchard Park Library at 662-9851.
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TEEN CRAFT NIGHT: MINI TIN BOOKSHELVES & CARAMEL APPLES
Monday, November 16th from 5:30 - 7 PM
For teens in grades 7-12
Calling all teens! Join us on Monday, November 16th for a Teen Craft Night! We'll be making mini tin bookshelves and decorating caramel apples! All supplies are included.
Registration is required and space is limited. For more information, please call the Orchard Park Public Library at (716) 662-9851.
(SILENT) TEEN BOOK CLUB
Monday, November 30th from 6-7 PM
For teens in grades 7-12
Calling all teens! Join the Orchard Park Library's Teen Book Club -- we meet MONTHLY and discuss a YA title at alternating meetings!
March's meeting will be a SILENT BOOK CLUB meeting! Bring your own book to read, and at the end of the meeting stay to chat about what you're reading -- or not! :)
Registration is requested. For more information, please call the Orchard Park Library at 662-9851.KIDS
Orchard Park Library Late Fall Baby & Toddler Storytimes
You can sign up in person or by phone at 716-662-9851. Registration will guarantee a spot for each class for the 6 week session. Storytime session will run from Monday November 9th through Friday December 18th.
Monday Baby Storytime
Mondays at 10am
Join Miss Kasey for a gentle introduction to storytime with books, songs and activities for babies 24 months & under.
Monday Toddler Storytime
Mondays at 11am
Join Miss Kasey for an introduction to storytime with books, music & movement for toddlers ages 24-36 months.
Friday Toddler Storytime
Fridays at 10am
Join Miss Sam for a gentle introduction to storytime with books, songs and activities for toddlers age 36 months & under.
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Preschool (Age 3-5) Storytime 2026
Tuesdays 11/10-12/15 at 10am OR Thursdays 11/12 - 12/17 at 10am
Preschool Storytime is a 6 week program on Tuesdays or Thursdays at 10am. Storytimes begin September 8th and run through October 15th. Tuesday's session is for child and adult caregiver to attend together. Thursday's session is suited to children that are ready for more independence, and the child remains in the meeting room while the adult caregiver enjoys the Library. Please choose only one day to attend.
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POP-UP STORYTIME
Saturday, November 7th at 10:30 AM
Join us for a Pop-up Storytime at the Orchard Park Public Library on Saturday, November 7th at 10:30. This program will provide a a gentle introduction to Storytime with books, rhymes, songs and activities for children ages 0-4.
This class is a standalone event and is unaffiliated with our regular Storytime classes.
Registration is required. Please call 716-662-9851 to sign up.
Read to a Dog! presented by SPCA's paws for Love
Join us for a special reading time with certified SPCA Paws for Love dogs Echo & Ebbie at the Orchard Park Library! Improve literacy skills and reading confidence! Whether you'd like to read a story to a furry friend or just spend some time hanging out, everyone is welcome.
Thursdays on the following dates:
9/10 | 9/17 | 10/8 | 10/22 | 11/5 | 11/19 | 12/3 | 12/17
Drop in anytime between 4-5pm
Registration is not required, all ages are welcome!
Family Craft Night: Cozy Sock Turkey Edition!
Thursday November 19th from 6-7:30PM
Use socks, feathers, ribbons and more to construct a cute and cozy sock turkey! Crafting ro ages 6-12 years old to attend with a caregiver. Registration is required. Please call 716-662-9851 to sign up.
Evening Family Storytime
Thursday November 12th from 6:30-7:30PM
Join us for stories, songs and activities for families with children ages 8 & under. Older siblings are always welcome. Children can feel free to wear jammies and bring a stuffed animal for extra coziness. Call 716-662-9851 to sign up.
Saturday Morning Play at the Orchard Park Library
Saturday, November 21st from 10:00-11:30 AM
Drop in to the library from 10-11:30am for some sensory play! There will be three stations featuring Homemade Playdough Play, Mini Ice Rescue and a Shaving Cream "Carwash". Join us for some messy (but not too messy!) fun! Suggested for kids ages 2-7. Registration is not required.
Pokemon Club
Saturday, November 21st at 2pm
Start or continue your Pokemon journey! Share, trade, and battle with Pokemon cards! Learn how to play and build decks under the Unlimited Format. The library provides pre-built decks to play with at the program but attendees may also bring their own cards and decks from home. Open to kids in grades K-8. Kids in grades 2 & under must be accompanied by a caregiver. Register in person, by phone at 716-662-9851 or online at https://buffalolib.libcal.com/event/16968892
Board Info
Orchard Park Public Library Board Info
Annual Report
- Annual Report to the Community 2025 (pdf)
- Annual Report to the Community 2024 (pdf)
- Annual Report to the Community 2023 (pdf)
- Annual Report to the Community 2022 (pdf)
- Annual Report to the Community 2021 (pdf)
- Annual Report to the Community 2020 (pdf)
- Annual Report to the Community 2019 (pdf)
- Annual Report to the Community 2018 (pdf)
- Annual Report to the Community 2017 (pdf)
- Annual Report to the Community 2016 (pdf)
- Annual Report to the Community 2015 (pdf)
- Annual Report to the Community 2014 (pdf)
Board of Trustees
- Douglas McFarland, President
- Peggy Snajczuk, Vice President
- Michelle Faust, Treasurer
- Christine Tempestoso, Secretary
- Robert Kubiak, Trustee
Board Meetings, Agendas, Minutes, Documents
Next scheduled meetings:
Unless noted, meetings will take place in the library's meeting room at 6:00 pm.
2026
- November 17, 2026
September 15, 2026
Agenda, Treasurer's Report, Voucher Expenses, System Financial Report, Librarian's Report
July 21, 2026
Agenda, Treasurer's Report, Voucher Expenses, System Financial Report, Librarian's Report, 2026 Orchard Park Public Library System Annual Contract, Contract Exhibits
May 19, 2026
Agenda, Treasurer's Report, Voucher Expenses, System Financial Report, Librarian's Report, Approve 2025 State Report
March 24, 2026
Agenda, Treasurer's Report, Voucher Expenses, System Financial Report, Librarian's Report
February 10, 2026 at 5:00 PM - Special Meeting
January 20, 2026*Rescheduled* January 27, 2026Agenda, Treasurer's Report, Voucher Expenses, System Financial Report, Librarian's Report, Resolution to Approve 2025 System-Wide Policy & Procedure Updates
2025
November 18, 2025
Agenda, Treasurer's Report, Voucher Expenses, System Financial Report, Librarian's Report
September 16, 2025
Agenda, Treasurer's Report, Voucher Expenses, System Financial Report, Librarian's Report
July 15, 2025
Agenda, Treasurer's Report, Voucher Expenses, System Financial Report, Librarian's Report, 2025 Orchard Park Library System Annual Contract, Annual Contract Exhibit A, Annual Contract Exhibit B-J
June 10, 2025 at 6 pm - Special Meeting
Agenda, DRAFT Long-Range Plan 2025-2027, DRAFT Revised By-Laws of the OPPL
May 20, 2025
Agenda, Treasurer's Report, Voucher Expenses, System Financial Report, Librarian's Report
Saturday, May 17 at 8 am - By-Law Review Committee Meeting
Saturday, April 26 at 9 am - Special Meeting
Agenda, Approve for Annual Report to the Community, Approve Annual State Report
March 11, 2025
Agenda, Treasurer's Report, Voucher Expenses, System Financial Report, Librarian's Report
Tuesday, February 11 at 6 pm - Special Meeting
January 23, 2025
Agenda, Treasurer's Report, Voucher Expenses, System Financial Report, Librarian's Report
2024
November 19, 2024
Agenda, Treasurer's Report, Voucher Expenses, System Financial Report, Librarian's Report, Proposed Board Meeting Dates and Holidays 2025, adopted Board Meetings and Holidays 2025, revised Claims Audit Policy, revised Finances and Local Funds Policy, revised Investment Policy
November 13, 2024 at 9 am - Special Meeting
November 2, 2024 - Special Meeting
Minutes November 2, 2024
October 28, 2024 - Special Meeting
Minutes October 28, 2024
October 16, 2024 - Special Meeting
Minutes October 16, 2024
Agenda, Policies for review: Bulletin Board Policy; Freedom of Information Policy; Whistleblower Policy
Minutes September 17, 2024
September 17, 2024
Agenda, Treasurer's Report, Voucher Expenses, System Financial Report, Librarian's Report
Minutes July 16, 2024
July 16, 2024
Agenda (pdf), Treasurer's Report (pdf), Voucher Expenses (pdf), System Financial Report (pdf), Librarian's Report (pdf), Approval 2024 Orchard Park Library System Contract (pdf), Contract Exhibit A, Contract Resolution (pdf), Approval Revised Nursing Mothers in the Workplace Policy (pdf)
Minutes (pdf) May 21, 2024
May 21, 2024
Agenda (pdf), Treasurer's Report (pdf), Voucher Expenditures (pdf), System Financial Report (pdf), Librarian's Report (pdf), Approval NY State Annual Report to the Community (pdf), Approval Unattended Children Policy (pdf).
Minutes (pdf) March 19, 2024
March 19, 2024
Agenda (pdf), Treasurer's Report (pdf), Voucher Expenditures (pdf), System Financial Report (pdf), Librarian's Report (pdf), Approval NY State Annual Report (pdf) and Resolution (pdf), Review/Approval revised Patron Suspension Appeal Policy (pdf), and Patron Reinstatement Request Form (pdf).
Minutes (pdf) January 16, 2024
January 16, 2024
Agenda (pdf), Treasurer's Report (pdf), Voucher Expenditures (pdf), System Financial Report (pdf), Librarian's Report (pdf)
Minutes (pdf) November 21, 2023
2023
November 21, 2023
Agenda (pdf), Treasurer's Report (pdf), Voucher Expenditures (pdf), System Financial Report (pdf), Librarian's Report (pdf), 2024 Proposed Board Meeting Dates and Holidays (pdf)
Minutes (pdf) September 19, 2023
September 19, 2023
Agenda (pdf), Treasurer's Report (pdf), Voucher Expenditures (pdf), System Financial Report (pdf), Librarian's Report (pdf), Procurement Policy (pdf) (for review)
Minutes (pdf) July 18, 2023
July 18, 2023
Agenda (pdf), Treasurer's Report (pdf), Voucher Expenditures (pdf), System Financial Report (pdf). Librarian's Report (pdf), 2023 Orchard Park Library System Contract (pdf)
Minutes (pdf) May 16, 2023
May16, 2023
Agenda (pdf), Treasurer's Report (pdf), Voucher Expenditures (pdf), System Financial Report (pdf), Librarian's Report (pdf), Orchard Park Library Disaster Plan (revised, DRAFT) (pdf), 2022 Annual Report to the Community DRAFT (pdf)
Minutes (pdf) March 21, 2023
March 21, 2023
Agenda (pdf), Treasurer's Report (pdf), Voucher Expenditures (pdf), System Financial Report (pdf), Librarian's Report (pdf), NY State Annual Report Approval Resolution (pdf), Approval revised Meeting Room Policy_Rules of Use and Application (pdf)
Minutes (pdf) January 17, 2023
January 17, 2023
Agenda (pdf), Treasurer's Report (pdf), Voucher Expenditures (pdf), System Financial Report (pdf), Librarian's Report (pdf), Resolution: B&ECPL Personnel Policies (pdf)
2022
Minutes (pdf) January 18, 2022
January 18, 2022 at 8am
Agenda (pdf), Treasurer's Report (pdf), Voucher Expenditures (pdf), System Financial Report (pdf), Code of Conduct Policy Review (pdf)
Minutes (pdf) March 15, 2022
March 15, 2022 at 9am
Agenda (pdf), Treasurer's Report (pdf), Voucher Expenditures (pdf), System Financial Report (pdf), Librarian's Report (pdf), Resolution - B&ECPL Personnel Policy (pdf), DRAFT Photography & Filming Policy (pdf) DRAFT Photography & Filming Approval Form,(pdf) DRAFT Media Relations Policy (pdf), State Report Approval Resolution (pdf)
Minutes (pdf) May 17 2022
May 17, 2022
Agenda (pdf), Treasurer's Report (pdf), Voucher Expenditures (pdf), System Financial Report (pdf), Librarian's Report (pdf), DRAFT: Annual Report to the Community 2021 (pdf), DRAFT Ethics Policy (pdf)
Minutes (pdf) July 19, 2022
July 19, 2022
Agenda (pdf), Treasurer's Report (pdf), Vouchers (pdf), System Financial Report (pdf), Librarian's Report (pdf), Orchard Park Library System Contract (pdf), DRAFT Exhibits & Displays Policy (pdf), DRAFT Distribution of Community Information Policy (pdf)
Minutes (pdf) September 20, 2022
September 20, 2022
Agenda (pdf), Treasurer's Report (pdf), Vouchers (pdf), System Financial Report (pdf), Librarian's Report (pdf), DRAFT Gift Policy (pdf), DRAFT Lost and Found Policy (pdf)
Minutes: November 15, 2022 (pdf) (DRAFT)
Agenda (pdf), Treasurer's Report (pdf), Vouchers (pdf), System Financial Report (pdf), Librarian's Report (pdf), DRAFT Proposed Board Meetings and Holidays 2023 (pdf)
2021 MInutes
- January 19, 2021 (pdf)
- March 16, 2021 (pdf)
- May 18, 2021 (pdf)
- July 20, 2021 (pdf)
- September 21, 2021 (pdf)
- November 16, 2021 (pdf)
2020 Minutes
- January 21, 2020 (pdf)
- March 30, 2020 (pdf) - The Orchard Park Library Board of Trustees meeting scheduled 3/30/2020 was accessible by telephone @ 1 503-673-9106 and PIN: 454 317 488#
- July 21, 2020 (pdf)
- September 15, 2020 (pdf)
- November 17, 2020 (pdf)
2019 Minutes
- January 15, 2019 (pdf)
- March 19, 2019 (pdf)
- May 21, 2019 (pdf)
- July 16, 2019 (pdf)
- September 17, 2019 (pdf)
- November 19, 2019 (pdf)
2018 Minutes
- January 3, 2018 Minutes (pdf)
- January 8, 2018 Minutes (pdf)
- January 16, 2018 Minutes (pdf)
- March 20, 2018 Minutes (pdf)
- June 5, 2018 Minutes (pdf)
- July 17, 2018 Minutes (pdf)
- September 18, 2018 Minutes (pdf)
- November 20, 2018 (pdf)
2017 Minutes
- January 17, 2017 Minutes (pdf)
- February 7, 2017 Minutes (pdf)
- March 21, 2017 Minutes (pdf)
- May 16, 2017 Minutes (pdf)
- July 18, 2017 Minutes (pdf)
- September 19, 2017 Minutes (pdf)
- November 21, 2017 Minutes (pdf)
2016 Minutes
- January 19, 2016 Minutes (pdf)
- March 15, 2016 Minutes (pdf)
- May 17, 2016 Minutes (pdf)
- July 19, 2016 Minutes (pdf)
- September 20, 2016 Minutes (pdf)
- November 15, 2016 Minutes (pdf)
2015 Minutes
- January 20, 2015 Minutes (pdf)
- March 17th, 2015 Minutes (pdf)
- May 19th, 2015 Minutes (pdf)
- July 21st, 2015 Minutes (pdf)
- September 15th, 2015 (pdf)
- November 17, 2015 Minutes (pdf)
2014 Minutes
- January 21, 2014 Minutes (pdf)
- March 18, 2014 Minutes (pdf)
- May 20, 2014 Minutes (pdf)
- July 15, 2014 Minutes (pdf)
- September 16, 2014 Minutes (pdf)
- December 16, 2014 Minutes (pdf)
Bylaws
By-Laws of the Orchard Park Public Library (pdf)
Budget
Strategic Plan
