West Seneca Public Library

West Seneca Public Library
Library Info

1300 Union Rd.
West Seneca, NY 14224
United States

716-674-2928
Fax: 716-674-9206
Robert Alessi, Director
 

Located within the West Seneca Community Center & Library found in Centennial Park, one half mile north of the Southgate Plaza, next to Town Hall. 

Wheelchair accessible.  Parking lot available.
Meeting Rooms.
Study Rooms.

Copy machine: 15 cents each for black & white, 30 cents for color for 8 1/2 x 11 sheet. 

Fax machine: 

Fax or scan using a Prepaid Card-
USA, Canada & Caribbean : $1.75 for the first page, $1.00 for each additional page.  Internationally: $3.75 for the first page, $6.75 for 2 pages, and $10.75 for up to 3 pages.

Fax or scan using Credit/Debit-
USA, Canada & Caribbean : $1.75 for the first page, $1.00 for each additional page.  Internationally: $3.95 for the first page, $3.45 for each additional page.

Public Access Computers with Internet, printers (including Mobile Printing) (10 cents black & white, 25 cents color), and three scanners.

Laptops are available for checkout to use within the library with a valid library card.

Sit-down, full-color, auto-focus video magnifier unit available for public use in the library (16 levels of magnification).

Social Media
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/buffalolibrary.westseneca

 

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Community Resources

Town of West Seneca
http://www.westseneca.net/

West Seneca Schools
http://www.wscschools.org/

West Seneca Historical Society
http://www.westsenecahistory.com/

Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteer Policy (pdf)

Individuals interested in volunteering at the B&ECPL must fill out a Volunteer Application (pdf) and a Volunteer Liability Waiver and Release form (pdf).  Volunteers under the age of 17 will be designated as Junior Volunteers and must have parental approval to volunteer. 

Volunteers will be accepted based on the library’s project and programmatic needs matched with the individuals’ qualifications/interests as determined during the selection process.  The library may not accept every volunteer application.  A background check and/or reference checking may be required before any volunteer can begin an assignment.

Community Room Reservation Requests

Library Meeting Room Policy (pdf)

Community Room Reservation Requests are made online via a link on the Town of West Seneca web site .  West Seneca Public Library events and certain Town of West Seneca meeting functions receive priority for scheduling purposes.

Beyond these West Seneca Public Library or Town events, the Community Room is intended for use for free public events, workshops, educational classes and meetings.  Documentation naming the Town of West Seneca as additional insured during a meeting/event will be required.  

A representative of the West Seneca Public Library or Town of West Seneca will respond to the online Community Room Reservation Request as soon as possible.

Study Rooms

Study Room Policy (pdf)

The West Seneca Public Library features 5 study rooms available for use during regular library hours.  The rooms are intended for informal individual or small group use and are not to be used for commercial purposes.  Rooms may be booked for up to 2 hours per day.  For more information or to book a time slot, please stop by the library or call us at 674-2928.

West Seneca Public Library Policies

System-Wide Policies

The West Seneca Public Library is a member of the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library System.

  • West Seneca Public Library

    Upcoming Events

    The West Seneca Public Library hours are as follows:

    Mon 9am-8pm

    Tues 9am-8pm

    Wed 9am-5pm

    Thurs 9am-8pm

    Fri 9am-5pm

    Sat 10am-4pm

    Eating is not permitted but beverages with lids are welcome.

    If you are feeling unwell, please visit us another time. You can always visit the library virtually for ebooks, databases, music downloads and more at www.buffalolib.org

    We are still offering curbside service!  Please call ahead to request materials and/or schedule a pickup.  For more information, please call the library at (716) 674-2928.

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

    The winners of our 2025 Bookmark Design Contest have been contacted! Congratulations to Cecilia, Colette, Ziabella, and Kaydence! You can view the winning submissions here or on our Facebook or Instagram!

     

    Interested in helping your fellow neighbor get through tax season? Volunteer to help with VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance)! This program helps provide tax assistance to eligible tax payers who need help preparing their tax returns! Help is needed in various areas. For more information about volunteering, click here. You can also call 716-876-8108, email at freetaxbuffalo@gmail.com, or visit the VITA website at https://freetaxbuffalo.com/. 

     

    • January 2026- JANUARY REGISTRATION OPENED FRIDAY, DECEMBER 12TH
    • Handicraft Club (pdf)-  Join our handicraft club on Mondays from 1:30-3:30pm. We welcome all sorts of handicrafts including knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, and needlework. Beginners and experts are all welcome!  For more information please contact the West Seneca Public Library, 1300 Union Rd, West Seneca, NY 14224 at (716) 674-2928.  Space will be limited. No food or drink is permitted in the Makerspace.
    • Baby Rave (pdf)- On Tuesday, January 6th at 6pm babies under 24 months and their caregivers can join Miss Emily for a fun Baby Rave! Baby raves teach young children about music and movement through a fun interactive experience! Older siblings will not be allowed in for safety reasons. Space will be limited and registration is required. To register, please visit the library or call 716-674-2928.
    • Toddler Foam Art (pdf)- Children ages 2-4 can join Miss Emily on Thursday, January 8th at 10am for a fun toddler foam art program! Space will be limited and registration is required. To register, please visit the library or call 716-674-2928.
    • Lego Club (pdf)-  Saturday, January 10th at 11am. For ages 5 to 12. Free build with single-person Lego bins and selectable mini figures. Space will be limited and registration is required. Please call 716-674-2928 or visit the library to register or for more information.
    • University Express: Let's Paint with Watercolor (pdf)- Patrons age 50+ can join University Express for a session on watercolor painting. This session will take place on Tuesday, January 13th at 2pm. Space will be limited and registration is required. To register, please visit the library or call 716-674-2928.
    • Toddler Rave (pdf)- On Tuesday, January 13th at 6pm toddlers ages 2-4 and their caregivers can join Miss Emily for a fun Baby Rave! Baby raves teach young children about music and movement through a fun interactive experience! Older siblings will not be allowed in for safety reasons. Space will be limited and registration is required. To register, please visit the library or call 716-674-2928.
    • Tummy Time Painting (pdf)- Babies ages 3 months to 24 months can join Miss Emily on Wednesday, January 14th at 10:30am for tummy time painting! We ask that you please dress your child in clothing that can get messy! Space will be limited and registration is required. To register, please visit the library or call 716-674-2928.
    • Kid's Fuse Beads (pdf)- Thursday, January 15th from 5pm-6:30pm. Choose a design and create your own decorations with Perler Beads! Recommended for ages 6 and up. Children under 6 years old must be attended by an adult.  All materials will be provided by the library.  Space will be limited and registration is required. To register, please visit the library or call 716-674-2928.
    • Stuffed Animal Sleepover: Session 1 (pdf)- Your stuffie is invited to Session 1 of our Stuffed Animal Sleepover at the library! You can drop off your stuffie at 4pm on Friday, January 16th and then join us for pick up and breakfast at 10:30am on Saturday, January 17th to see what mischief they got up to overnight! You must be able to attend both drop off and pick up. Each stuffie may only attend one Session (both drop off and pick up). Session 2 will take place later in January. Space will be limited and registration is required. To register, please visit the library or call 716-674-2928.
    • Teen STEAM: Snowman Balloon Race (pdf)- Teens ages 12-17 can join us on Saturday, January 17th at 1pm for a STEAM-centered Snowman Balloon Race program! Space will be limited and registration is required. To register, please visit the library or call 716-674-2928.
    • Family STEAM: Fake Snow (pdf)- Family members of all ages can join Miss Emily on Tuesday, January 20th at 5:30pm for a STEAM-centered fake snow program! Please note- the fake snow is NOT taste-safe! Space will be limited and registration is required. To register, please visit the library or call 716-674-2928.
    • Alternative Options to College for Teens (pdf)- Teens can join us on Thursday, January 22nd at 5pm (prior to the TAG meeting) for a review of alternative options to college, presented by Erie 1 BOCES. This program is open to teens ages 12-17, and registration is not required. For more information, please visit the library or call 716-674-2928.
    • Teen Advisory Group (TAG) Meeting (pdf)- Teens can join us on Thursday, January 22nd for a Teen Advisory Group (TAG) meeting at 6pm. TAG members will help provide insight on how to better serve teens, help plan and implement programs, meet new people, and gain volunteer hours, experience, and leadership skills. Registration is not required! Please call 716-674-2928 or visit the library for more information.
    • Stuffed Animal Sleepover: Session 2 (pdf)- Your stuffie is invited to Session 2 of the Stuffed Animal Sleepover at the library! You can drop off your stuffie at 4pm on Friday, January 23rd and then join us for pick up and breakfast at 10:30am on Saturday, January 24th to see what mischief they got up to overnight! You must be able to attend both drop off and pick up. Each stuffie may only attend one Session (both drop off and pick up). Session 1 took place earlier in January. Space will be limited and registration is required. To register, please visit the library or call 716-674-2928.
    • West Seneca Public Library Book Club (pdf)- Monday, January 26th at 6:30 PM. Discussing Flowers for Algernon by Daniel Keyes. Event takes place in the Makerspace.  For more information please contact the West Seneca Public Library at 716-674-2928.  Space will be limited. No food or drink is permitted.
    • Book a Technology Trainer (pdf)- Need computer assistance?  We can help!  These free 45 minutes sessions are designed to assist with software support or Internet training. Our next sessions will take place on Tuesday, January 27th between 10am and 4pm. Topics include training on the Microsoft Office suite and even how to download books onto your tablet or phone. Sessions are on the hour, and registration is required by calling 716-674-2928 or stopping by the West Seneca Public Library information desk.
    • Alphabet BINGO (pdf)- Join us for fun Alphabet BINGO night on Tuesday, January 27th at 5:30pm! Match letters to get BINGO! This program is for ages 2 and up. Space will be limited and registration is required. To register, please visit the library or call 716-674-2928.
    • Seed Swap 2026 (pdf)- Do you have extra seeds? Oldies but goodies? Bring garden seeds that you would like to share or trade with others for free to the Friends of the West Seneca Public Library Seed Swap 2026. The Seed Swap will take place on Saturday, January 31st from 1:30pm-3:30pm. It's okay if you don't have any seeds to swap this year- help yourself to plenty of free leftovers!

    February 2026- FEBRUARY REGISTRATION OPENS FRIDAY, JANUARY 9TH

    • Handicraft Club (pdf)-  Join our handicraft club on Mondays from 1:30-3:30pm. We welcome all sorts of handicrafts including knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, and needlework. Beginners and experts are all welcome!  For more information please contact the West Seneca Public Library, 1300 Union Rd, West Seneca, NY 14224 at (716) 674-2928.  Space will be limited. No food or drink is permitted in the Makerspace.
    • VITA Tax Assistance (pdf)- Need help filing your taxes? Starting Monday, February 2nd from 1pm-4pm VITA will be holding appointments for free tax assistance on Mondays and Wednesdays at the West Seneca Public Library. Appointments are required and walk-ins will not be accepted. You can make an appointment by calling 2-1-1 or by visiting https://www.freetaxbuffalo.com or scanning the QR code on the flyer. You cannot make an appointment by contacting the library. You must bring the following to your appointment: government ID or driver's license; social security cards are REQUIRED for everyone on the return; all income information including Social Security Statements, interest and dividend; Health Insurance form 1095; day care payment information; IRS Letters Bank Information for Direct Deposit; last year’s tax return; and real estate tax bill. IMPORTANT: You must bring a completed intake form – available at the West Seneca Public Library or on the web at https://freetaxbuffalo.com
    • Journaling 101 with Buffalo Hope COMHPS (pdf)- Join Buffalo Hope COMHPS for a Journaling 101 workshop each Tuesday in February. This program takes place at 3:30pm on February 3rd, 10th, 17th, and 24th, and is for ages 16 and up. These four free consecutive workshops will help you expand your mental health toolkit! For more information and to register, please visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfzs-BB8eXRwRx92t24d7d9XcIXG-x…
    • Independent Preschool Story Time Winter/Spring 2026 Twelve Week Session (pdf)- Preschoolers ages 3-5 years can join Miss Emily on Tuesday nights at 6pm for a 12-week parent/guardian-free story time session. The dates are February 3rd, 10th, 24th; March 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th; April 7th, 14th, 21st; May 5th and 12th. Space will be limited and registration is required. Signing up for one session signs the child up for all twelve sessions. Please note, if the parent does not call and the child does not show up 3 times, then they will be removed from the registration list. To register, please visit the library or call 716-674-2928.
    • Baby & Me Winter/Spring 2026 Twelve Week Session (pdf)- On Wednesday, February 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th; March 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th; April 8th, 15th, 22nd and 29th at 9:30 or 10:30am, babies ages 0-24 months and their parent or guardian can join Miss Emily for a fun lap-sit story time session. Space will be limited and registration is required. Signing up for one session signs you up for all twelve sessions. Please note, if you are a no-call/no-show 3 times, then you will be removed from the registration list. To register, please visit the library or call 716-674-2928.
    • Toddler Time Winter/Spring 2026 Twelve Week Session (pdf)- Toddlers (ages 2 to 4) can join us with their parent or guardian on February 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th; March 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th; April 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th at 10am or 11am. Space will be limited and registration is required.  Signing up for one session signs you up for all twelve sessions. Please note, if you are a no-call/no-show 3 times, then you will be removed from the registration list. Call the Library to register at 716-674-2928, or stop in to sign up.
    • Lego Club (pdf)- Saturday, February 7th and 21st from 11am-12:30pm. For ages 5 to 12. Free build with single-person Lego bins and selectable mini figures. Space will be limited and registration is required. Please call 716-674-2928 or visit the library for more information.
    • Teen Art: DIY Book Vase Project (pdf)- On Saturday, February 7th at 2pm, teens ages 12-17 can join Miss Emily for a DIY book vase project! Space will be limited and registration is required. To register, please visit the library or call 716-674-2928.
    • Kid's Fuse Beads (pdf)- Thursday, February 19th from 5pm-6:30pm. Choose a design and create your own decorations with Perler Beads! Recommended for Ages 6+. Children under 6 years old must be attended by an adult.  All materials will be provided by the library.  Space will be limited and registration is required. To register, please visit the library or call 716-674-2928.
    • Pokémon Party (pdf)- Join us for a fun Pokémon Party on Friday, February 20th from 1pm-3pm! There will be crafts and games- plenty of fun to be had! Space will be limited and registration is required. To register, please visit the library or call 716-674-2928.
    • West Seneca Public Library Book Club (pdf)-  Monday, February 23rd at 6:30 PM. Discussing The Shoemaker's Wife by Adriana Trigiani. Event takes place in the Makerspace.  For more information please contact the West Seneca Public Library at 716-674-2928.  Space will be limited. No food or drink is permitted.
    • Teen Advisory Group (TAG) Meeting (pdf)- Teens can join us on Thursday, February 26th for a Teen Advisory Group (TAG) meeting at 6pm. TAG members will help provide insight on how to better serve teens, help plan and implement programs, meet new people, and gain volunteer hours, experience, and leadership skills. Registration is not required! Please call 716-674-2928 or visit the library for more information.

    Library of Things

    The West Seneca Public Library has a small collection of "things" other than books, DVDs, and CDs, that can be checked out at the desk. These items must be checked out and returned at the West Seneca Public Library's circulation desk. For a list of the things available to checkout, please see the following link! West Seneca Public Library's Library of Things

     

    Friends of the West Seneca Public Library

    The Friends of the West Seneca Public Library are community members with an interest in supporting the services offered by the library. The Friends also provide funding for books, programs and supplies for children and adults.  

    The Friends have an ongoing fundraiser!  Purchase a personalized, hand-carved wooden book which will be displayed in the library over the fireplace!  Full details here (pdf).

    Next meeting: The next Friends meeting date is Monday, September 22nd at 6:30pm.

     

    West Seneca School Yearbook Collection

    The West Seneca Public Library now has several West Seneca school yearbooks (pdf) available for in-library use.  A list of the volumes included in the collection (along with volumes that we do not yet have) can be found via the link above.

    A special thank you to the West Seneca Central School District and the West Seneca West Alumni for their generous efforts in helping to assemble this collection of yearbooks!