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

Trail Birds Mural Dedication

Saturday, May 16th from 10AM-12PM

Join us at the Honorable Shirley Chisholm Library (350 John James Audubon Pkwy) to celebrate the completion of the mural “Trail Birds” by artist Nate Phillips. Paint a mini birdhouse in the Maker Space, learn about local birding resources from the library and meet the mural artist!

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The African Violet & Gesneriad Society of Western New York presents 2026 JUDGED FLOWER SHOWS
VIOLETS & GESNERIADS MONOPOLY

Saturday, 5/2 1:00-5:30pm  AND  Sunday, 5/3 12:00-3:30pm

SHOW FEATURES:

Large Variety of Violets & Gesneriads, Designs Using Violets & Gesneriads, Cut Flowers and Live Plants, Underwater Designs, Terrariums, Natural Plantings

FREE ADMISSION

•Plant Sales - Violets - Standard, Miniature and Trailing Varieties

•Large Selection of Assorted Gesneriads

•Free Information on Growing

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MAY THE FOURTH

MONDAY, May 4th from 11am-8pm
in the Maker Space while craft supplies last

Ages 4-8

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Bobbin Lace Making
Tuesday, May 5 (6:30-8pm)
Tuesday, May 12 (12:30-2pm)
The WNY Lace Guild invites you to a free introductory class in Bobbin Lace making. Learn the basic stitches making a simple key fob. All materials provided

Spaces are limited, register in-person at the Hon. Shirley Chisholm Library or call 689-4922.

Signed up but can't make it? Please call and cancel in advance so another can take the class.

Interested in learning more? WNYLaceGuild@gmail.com

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Everyone Has a Story...especially parents!
Saturday, May 9 (10:30am-12:30pm)

Presented by Wendy Mednick

Honorable Shirley Chisholm (Audubon) Library - Call (716) 689-4922 to register.
350 John James Audubon Pkwy.
Amherst, NY 14228

Behind every tantrum and bedtime battle is a story worth telling. Come shares yours and help create a book every parent will love!
*a percentage of the proceeds of the book to benefit children's hospitals across the country

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Peter Fletcher Concert

Saturday, May 9th at 3 PM 


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Biblical Hebrew Grammar Club
Thursday evenings 6:30-8pm
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

Register in-person at the Hon. Shirley Chisholm Library or call 716-689-4922

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Talking About Death with Those We Love
Thursday, May 14 (1-3:30pm)
Think About It. Talk About It. Sounds simple, but it’s certainly not easy - especially when it can feel so awkward or even off limits with loved ones. We will share resources and prepare to talk the talk.

To register, contact Honorable Shirley Chisholm (Audubon) Branch - Amherst Public Library at:
716-689-4922

Facilitated by Amber Sastry, MPP Global Hospice Volunteer and Community Death Educator

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How to Homeschool in New York
Saturday, May 16 (2:30-4:30pm)
Call the Honorable Shirley Chisholm Library to register (716) 689-4922. 
Presented by regional representatives for Homeschool NY LEAH

The workshop is for parents and does not provide activities for children. Parents who bring children will be solely responsible for them. 

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Family Game Night!

May 29th - 6:30-8 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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Bollywood Dance Class

Saturday, May 30th from 2-3 PM

ALL AGES

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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. 

April 29, 2026 - 11am - 4pm

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Audubon Library Book Club

Select Thursdays at 3pm

May 7th - The Midnight Library by Matt Haig

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YOGA FOR ADULTS  ***Dates TBD***

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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

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

www.facebook.com/wnyseedlibrary