Clearfield Branch Library

Clearfield Branch Library
Library Info

770 Hopkins Rd.
Williamsville, NY 14221
United States

716-688-4955
Kristi Dougherty, Library Director

Location

In Williamsville, on Hopkins Road, a few blocks north of Maple Road and just south of West Klein Road. Adjacent to Clearfield Recreation Center). Parking at both entrances, in front of the library along Hopkins, as well as behind library.

Features

  • Wheelchair accessible.
  • Wi-fi available.
  • Public Access Computers
    • For Adults, 10 networked computers and 3 laptops -- with Microsoft Office Applications (2016), Internet Access, etc, ;
      2 computers dedicated for Catalog;
      5 computers dedicated for children;
      Printing and Mobile Printing charges: B&W 10 cents per page, color 25 cents per page.
  • Meeting Room, capacity 80.
  • Study Room available for small groups (reservations recommended).
  • Copy machine, black & white only, 20¢ per copy
  • Outdoor Drop Box attached to building, for returned library material, open 24/7.
  • Ongoing Book Sale of a variety of donated books and magazines in the front vestibule. 
     

What's Special About the Clearfield Library

  • Chessboard available for public use (at librarians' desk).
  • Local documents.
  • Large foreign language film and documentary collection.
  • Optelec ClearView Video Magnifier -- is easy to use and will help the visually impaired maintain their independence in everyday tasks such as reading books and magazines, viewing photographs and writing. Thanks to the Amherst Lions Club for donating this to us.

Amherst Public Libraries Policies

System-Wide Policies

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

  • Clearfield Branch Library

    Please help us to continue to grow the Clearfield Library garden! By saving your Dash's Market receipts, you can help us raise money to purchase additional shrubs for planting in the spring. Thank you for your support!  - Town & Country Garden Club


    Registration is required for all programs unless otherwise noted. Stop by the library to sign up or call 716-688-4955

    2026 STORYTIMES

    2026 STORYTIMES

    February 2nd - March 20th 

    Closed Monday, February 16th - Presidents Day

    Mondays

    Lapsit Story Time 10:30 AM - Ages 18 months & under 

    (No Class 2/16)

    Toddler Time 11:30 AM - Ages 18-36 months

    (No Class 2/16)

    Thursdays

    Family Story Time 10:30 AM - All Ages 

    2/5 Hungry Caterpillar

    2/12 Love

    2/19 Bluey & Bingo!

    2/26 Mother Bruce

    3/5 Press Here!

    3/12 Grumpy Monkey

    3/19 Elephant & Piggie

    Family Play Time 11:15 AM - All Ages

    *********SPECIAL EVENTS*******

    LEGOFEST

    Friday, January 2nd, 1 - 5 PM

    Wednesday, February 18th, 1 - 5 PM 

    ALL AGES - No Registration

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    Winter Baby Raves 

    Wednesday, January 14th 

    Registration Required for EITHER 5-5:50 OR 6-6:50 PM

    Age 2 and Under!

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    LET ME DRIVE!: A Family Story Time

    Thursday, January 22nd at 10:30 AM

    ALL AGES - No Registration

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    Family Play Time

    Thursday, January 22nd at 11:15 AM

    ALL AGES - No Registration

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    New Books Party!

    EVERY MONTH STARTING JANUARY

    on the last Wednesday of the month

    1/28, 2/25, 3/25 from 6-7 pm

    Come learn about our favorite new books in the children’s collection!

    ALL AGES - No Registration

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    Pokémon Club

    Select Fridays from 4-5 pm; Ages 6 – 12

    1/30 - Spheal Day

    2/13 - Sylveon Day

     2/27 - Vulpiz Day

    3/13 - Whimsicott Day

    Register at (716) 688-4955

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    T.O.F.F.E.E.

    The Organization for Facts Everyone Enjoys:

    A STEM Club

    Mondays 4:30-5:30 PM

    2/9-3/16 (No 2/16)

    Ages 9+; No registration

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    Fairy Fest

    Friday, February 20th from 11-12:30 pm

    Ages 6+; No registration

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    book a technology trainer at the amherst public libraries

    BOOK A TECHNOLOGY TRAINER at the Amherst Public Libraries

     (REGISTRATION REQUIRED FOR ALL CLASSES)

    Need assistance with a computer, smartphone, or tablet? We can help! 
    These free 45 minute sessions are designed to assist with one-on-one technology support. Call to register for any of these classes. 

    Thursday, January 15th, 2026 - 11 AM - 5 PM

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    Chair Yoga with Kandy

    chair yoga with kandy

    Dates TBD

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    Clearfield Library Book Club

    Meetings at 4:00 PM on Wednesdays

    Reading Selections Fall 2025 - 2026

    December 17, How to Read a Book by Monica Wood

    2026

    January 21, The Covenant of Water by Abraham Verghese

    February 18, Kindred by Octavia E. Butler

    March 18, The Lion Women of Tehran by Marjan Kamali

    April 15, Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon

    May 20, Homegoing by Yaa Gyasi

    June 17, Prodigal Summer by Barbara Kingsolver

    July 15, The God of the Woods by Liz Moore

    August 19, Cannery Row by John Steinbeck

    amherst libraries winter book sales

    WINTER BOOK SALE

    January 7th - 10th 

    Wed. Jan 7th - 10 AM - 8 PM 

    Thurs. Jan 8th - 10 AM - 5 PM 

    Fri. Jan. 9th - 10 AM - 5 PM 

    Sat. Jan. 10th - 10 AM - 5 PM 

    SATURDAY BAG SALE $5/BAG

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    Clearfield Library's Quiet Club

    themed, quiet crafts with peaceful music

    wednesdays 6:00-7:30 PM* new time - free - no registration

    2/4, plan

    2/11, tell

    3/4, glue

    3/11, fill

    adults, teens, quiet kids ages 9-12 with an adult

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    The world shaking hands

    An English Conversation Group held by Literacy Buffalo Niagara takes place at the Clearfield Branch on Friday mornings from 10am-12pm.

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

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    HOLIDAY CLOSINGS

    2026

    New Year’s Day             Thursday, January 1, 2026

    Martin Luther King Jr. Day        Monday, January 19, 2026

    President’s Day            Monday, February 16, 2026

    Good Friday         Friday, April 3, 2026

    Professional Development Day (NYLA YSS)   Friday, April 17, 2026

    Memorial Day    Monday, May 25, 2026

    Juneteenth          Friday, June 19, 2026

    Independence Day    Friday, July 3 and Saturday, July 4, 2026

    Old Home Days (WILLIAMSVILLE LIBRARY ONLY)

    Tuesday, July 14 – Friday, July 17, 2026

    Labor Day              Monday, September 7, 2026

    Professional Development Day (ALSC Institute)   Friday, October 2, 2026

    Veteran’s Day    Wednesday, November 11, 2026

    Thanksgiving     Thursday, November 26, 2026

    Christmas Eve   Thursday, December 24, 2026

    Christmas Day  Friday, December 25, 2026

    New Year’s Eve Thursday, December 31, 2026*

    *Audubon, Clearfield and Eggertsville-Snyder Libraries to close at 4pm.

     

    SUNDAY HOURS (12-5pm) Main Library at Audubon ONLY
    January 4 to June 14, 2026 (no April 5, May 10 & May 24)
    September 13 to December 13, 2026 (no December 20 & 27)
    **Note - Sunday hours are dependent on the county budget and may be subject to change**