Kenilworth Branch
The Kenilworth Library is open! Our weekly hours are:
Mondays & Fridays from
12 pm -8 pm
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from
10 am – 6 pm
We are closed on Saturdays, Sundays and scheduled holidays
Our address is 318 Montrose Ave, Buffalo NY 14223
You can call us at 716-834-7657 during our open hours
Our public Wi-Fi service is always available and the signal range extends to our parking lot and our front lawn.
The network ID is BECPL2
The password is librarywifi
Friends of the Library Summer Book Sale
At the Kenmore Jr/Sr High School at 155 Delaware Road
Make a splash for Kenmore & Kenilworth Libraries!
Dive into great deals and soak up the stories at our Friends of the Library Summer Book Sale—the perfect place to book your next adventure!
Sale Dates & Times:
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Thursday, June 26 | 3:00–7:00 PM
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Friday, June 27 | 3:00–7:00 PM
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Saturday, June 28 | 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
Location:
Kenmore Jr/Sr High School (Door #8)
155 Delaware Road, Kenmore, NY
💲 Prices:
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All books: $1 each
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Children’s books: 50¢ – $1
Free admission | Credit cards accepted
Upcoming Programs
Brick Boxes to go
Daily
Come to the Kenilworth Library and check out a box of bricks and a base, work on a cool build and bring it back to the library for us to display!
Sensational Story Time for ages 2-4
Tuesdays at 10:30 July 8 - August 5
Join us for a fun-filled morning of engaging stories, songs, activities and simple crafts. Registration required.
Lego Night at the Library
Third Friday of the month from 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Join us for a fun drop in program where kids can play with our collection of Lego and have their completed builds displayed in the library. No registration required
Upcoming dates:
- June 20
- July 18
- August 15
Individuals in need of an accommodation may contact the ADA Coordinator at access@buffalolib.org within 7 days of the program.
Tie Dye Day
Friday, July 11 from 2-4 PM
Bring your own white previously laundered T-shirt to transform into a masterpiece! All other materials provided. This is an outdoor event and will take place on our front lawn (weather permitting). Open to all ages, no registration is necessary. We kindly ask that participants create only one item per person so that supplies can be shared by all. Please note that this activity can get messy, so dress appropriately
Talk on the Wild Side presented by Hawk Creek Wildlife Center
Friday, July 25 at 2:00 PM
Meet live birds of prey up close and discover the incredible ways these raptors rule the skies. Recommended for ages 8 and up. Registration is recommended and can be made in person or by speaking to a staff member on the phone starting on June 25th.
Insects Run the World presented by Mark Carra
Friday, August 1 at 2:00 PM
Join educator Mark Carra for an exciting adventure into the world of insects and arachnids. Young explorers will get up close with fascinating creatures and discover the amazing ways they share our planet. Perfect for curious minds in the 5-12 range who love nature and creepy crawlies. Registration recommended starting July 1.
Camp Half Blood at the Kenilworth Library
Monday, August 4 from 2:00 - 4:00 PM
Calling all heroes in training! Join us for an epic afternoon of games, crafts, and activities inspired by the Percy Jackson series. No registration required.
The Magic of Color presented by Cris Johnson
Friday, August 8 at 4:00 PM
A fun color themed show, filled with amazing magic, hilarious kids friendly humor, and plenty of join-in fun. Perfect for children ages 4-11. Registration recommended starting July 8.
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Kenilworth Library Book Discussion Series 2025
First Wednesday of each month at 2:00 PM
Join us for a lively discussion in a friendly atmosphere. New members are always welcome. Contact the branch for more information on how to get your copy of the book to be discussed.
- Jan 8 The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store
by James McBride
- Feb 5 Mad Honey
by Jodi Picoult
- Mar 5 Signal Fires
by Dani Shapiro
- Apr 2 The Dictionary of Lost Words
by Pip Williams
- May 7 Drive Your Plow Over the Bones of the Dead
by Olga Tokarczuk
- Jun 4 The Fury
by Alex Michaelides
- July 2 Of Women and Salt
by Gabrielle Garcia
- Aug 6 Leave the World Behind
by Rumaan Alam
- Sep 3 Long Island: a novel
by Colm Toibin
- Oct 1 The Husbands
by Holly Gramazio
- Nov 5 The Lighthouse Keepers Daughter
by Hazel Gaynor
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Dec 3 Scribblin’ for a Livin’ Mark Twain’s Pivotal Period in Buffalo
by Thomas Reigstad
Book Sales and Book Donations
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Ongoing Discarded Book Sale
We offer a small selection of recently discarded library materials for purchase in our lobby
All items available for sale are .50 cents each (this includes AV materials as well as print )
Buy a Town of Tonawanda Library tote bag for $2 and fill for an additional $2
Prices include sales tax. Cash only. No refunds.
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Ken-Ton Friends of the Library Seasonal Book Sale
Come Support the Kenmore and Kenilworth Libraries by coming to our Friends of the Library Summer Book Sale! Takes place at 155 Delaware Road (Kenmore Middle/High School) Door #8, across the street from the Kenmore Branch Library.
📅 Sale Dates & Times:
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Thursday, June 26 | 3:00–7:00 PM
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Friday, June 27 | 3:00–7:00 PM
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Saturday, June 28 | 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
Books priced at $1.00 with selected kids items priced lower. Free admission, credit cards accepted
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Donations
Due to lack of storage space, the Kenilworth Library is not able to accept print or AV material donations . You may be able to donate materials to the Ken-Ton Friends of the Library whose seasonal book sales raise monies for the Kenilworth and Kenmore libraries. They currently accept donations at the collection site at 155 Delaware Road Door #8 (Kenmore Jr/Sr high school) on Saturdays from 10 am - 12 pm
Please refer to the following document for more information on what, how, and when to donate Donate to the Ken-Ton Friends of the Library (pdf)
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