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Honorable Shirley Chisholm Library


Registration is required for all programs unless otherwise noted. 

Stop by the library to sign up or call 716-689-4922.

 


Honorable Shirley Chisholm (Audubon) Spring Storytimes

April 20 - May 22, 2026

Tuesdays 

**SESSION FULL**Wee Read Storytime 10:30 AM - Ages 2-4**SESSION FULL**
Call to inquire about space for 11:30am.

Wednesdays

Baby Beginnings 10:30 AM - Ages Birth - 24 months

Thursdays

Show & Tell Storytime  - 10:30 AM - Ages 3-5 

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Specials Events

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The Screening Room Presents - Poetry Series

In the Community

Wednesday May 20, 2026    7:00 pm  --  Featured reader: Geoffrey Gatza

Wednesday June 24, 2026    7:00 pm  --  Carol Mikoda

Wednesday July 15, 2026    7:00 pm  --  Brandon Williamson

Wednesday August 19, 2026    7:00 pm  --  Alysia WC/The Elderberry

Interested in reading? Signups open at 6:30 pm on the day of the readings


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Biblical Hebrew Grammar Club
Thursday evenings 6:30-8:00 pm
May 7 - Review alphabet; vowels and syllables
May 14 - Nouns
May 21 - Definite article and conjunctions

*Attendance for every class recommended, but not required

Based on the textbook: Basics of Biblical Hebrew written by Gary Pratico and Miles V. Van Pelt

Facilitated by Sandra Koerber


 

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We The People: Quilting Workshop

Wednesday May 27th 4:00 - 5:00 pm

In this workshop, presented by Explore & More, children will make quilt squares reflecting their family heritage and connection to Erie County. The collection of squares will be assembled into a completed quilt and displayed by the library.

Ages 5 - 10


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Family Game Night!

May 29th 6:30 - 8:00 pm 

A night for the WHOLE family to play board games together while making new friends. 

Call to Register at 716-689-4922!

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Mila's Sweet Treats

Saturday, May 30th 11:00 am

Join Mila's Sweet Treats for a fun ice cream & popsicle themed cookie deocrating class Children will decorate delicious cookies using colorful icing, sprinkles, and creative toppings in a hands-on interactive experience.

Ages 4 - 12


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Bollywood Dance Class

Saturday, May 30th 2:00 - 3:00 pm

ALL AGES

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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. 

June 10, 2026 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

July 10. 2026 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

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Audubon Library Book Club

Select Thursdays at 3pm

Check back soon for Fall 2026 dates!

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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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AUDUBON LIBRARY IS THE HOME OF THE 
WESTERN NEW YORK SEED LIBRARY

Free seeds are available most of the year,
and donated seeds are accepted as well!

Seed Donation Form by Clicking Here

wny seed library

For more information such as how to volunteer, join the Facebook group at:

www.facebook.com/wnyseedlibrary


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2026 AMHERST LIBRARY CLOSINGS

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**