Skip to main content

Clearfield Branch Library

 

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

STORYTIMES

April 20 - May 22, 2026

Mondays

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

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

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

Interactive Storytelling with Hand Gestures


Learn simple expressive gestures used in Indian dance represent animals, emotions and nature.

Participate in guided movement that encourages creativity and imagination

For ages 3-8, with an adult

Presented by Mridula Anand

Register in-person at the Clearfield Library or call 716-688-4955.

**********

Earring Workshop
Wednesday, April 8 at 6pm
The Bead Gallery will be at the Clearfield Library teach participants age 12 and up how to make drop earrings using chain and their choice of beads. Space is limited, so be sure to register in-person or via phone at 716-688-4955.

**********

Child & Infant CPR Course

Saturday, April 11 (1-2pm)

REGISTRATION IS FULL.

The course will cover CPR, AED, Breaths, and Choking.

Presented by CPR 2 You LLC

Register in-person at the Clearfield Library or call 716-688-4955.


**********

Pokémon Club

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

4/24 - Bulbasaur Day

5/8 - Snorlax Day

5/22 - Lucario Day

Register at (716) 688-4955

**********

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. 

April 28, 11am - 5pm

**********

There will be a volunteer computer coach at the Clearfield Library on Wednesday mornings beginning April 1 from 10:30am-12pm.  The volunteer is  available on a first come, first served basis for anyone who wants help with their computer skills, phone or tablet.  Assistance is dependent on availability of volunteers.

**********

Earth Day Animal Spot-A-Thon

Wednesday, April 22 (6-8pm)

Join thousands nationwide in this hands-on event, as you’ll explore trail camera photos and meet the project scientists. As a participant, you will be looking at images to spot and classify animals: what kind, how many, whether they are adults or young. Your contributions support a NASA-supported research project that tracks changes in wildlife distributions and abundances over time — critical data that informs wildlife management and conservation decisions.
See Librarian to Register for this event or call 716-688-4955
**You will need to bring your tablet, smartphone or laptop to create an account and participate in this investigation.**

**********

Clearfield Library Book Club

Meetings at 4:00 PM on Wednesdays

Reading Selections 

2026

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

**********

queerlit Book Club

A safe space for the appreciation and discussion of queer media, open to everyone regardless of gender expression or sexuality (17+)

April 25: Gideon the Ninth by Tamsyn Muir

May 30: How Far the Light Reaches by Sabrina Imbler

June 27: Club Vote!

**********

 

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.

*********

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

*********

Follow the Amherst Public Library:


Facebook

Instagram

 

2026 LIBRARY CLOSINGS

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**