Lancaster Public Library

Kits
We have a variety of kits available for a 7-day loan. Kits must be returned to the Lancaster Library information desk during open hours.

Seed Library (pdf)
Our seed library provides free seeds for our community to grow and share. We have a variety of vegetable, herb, and flower seeds. Patrons/families are allowed up to 5 seed packets per year. Seeds have been donated by patrons and seed companies. Seeds can be donated to our library by completing a donation form (pdf) and bringing the form and seeds to the information desk. It's our goal for the library to promote gardening, seed saving, and seed sharing. Happy gardening! View our selection of gardening books (pdf).

Yard Games (pdf)

PROGRAMS

Summer Reading Raffle- 4 BIG PRIZES (pdf)
Now - Thursday, August 20
Check out books to win! Kids 12 and under receive 1 raffle ticket for every 5 print books checked out. Teens 13-17 receive 1 raffle ticket for every 3 print books checked out. Prizes include a bike, art easel, stunt garage, and yard games. Prizes are funded by contributions from our generous donors.

Summer Reading Logs and BINGO (pdf)
Now - Monday, August 31
Kids: Grab a reading log or reading challenge and read. Turn in your completed log for a prize.
Teens and adults: Grab a BINGO board and read. Turn your completed board in to be entered to win a $50 Amazon gift card.

Great Reading Race (pdf)
Now - Saturday, August 29
Fill out a reading race ballot based on minutes read and choose your favorite dinosaur to help race to the finish line. All ages.

Summer Happenings (pdf)

STEM Kits: DIY Chalk (pdf)
All July long
Create your own chalk by picking up a free STEM kit to experiment with at home. For ages 7 and up. While supplies last.

July Storytimes (pdf)
Preschool Time
Tuesday, July 28, 10:30 - 11:00 a.m.
Join Miss Meg as she reads stories, has bubbles, and sings songs. For ages 3-5. Registration required and space is limited. Register online at https://bit.ly/lancasterlibrary or call 716-683-1120.
Toddler Time
Tuesday, July 28, 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Friday, July 31, 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Join Miss Meg as she reads stories, has bubbles, and sings songs. Recommended for ages 6 and under, but older siblings are welcome to join us. Registration required and space is limited. Register online at https://bit.ly/lancasterlibrary or call 716-683-1120.
Family Storytime
Thursday, July 30, 12:00 - 12:30 p.m.
Join Miss Meg as she reads stories, has bubbles, and sings songs. For ages 2-3. Registration required and space is limited. Register online at https://bit.ly/lancasterlibrary or call 716-683-1120.
Lapsit
Friday, July 31, 10:30 - 11:00 a.m.
Join Miss Meg as she reads stories, has bubbles, and sings songs. For ages 3-23 months. Registration required and space is limited. Register online at https://bit.ly/lancasterlibrary or call 716-683-1120.

LEGO® Club (pdf)
Friday, July 24, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Build your own LEGO® creation to be displayed in the library. Ages 6-12. Registration is required: Register online at https://bit.ly/lancasterlibrary or call 716-683-1120.

Book Battle (pdf)
Saturdays, July 25 - August 8, 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Join us for free books, games, activities, and a Lancaster v. Lancaster Battle of the Books style trivia competition and party on August 8th. Books read will be Gilda Joyce, Psychic Investigator by Jennifer Allison and The Maze Runner by James Dashner. Ages 10-16. Registration is required: Register online at https://bit.ly/lancasterlibrary or call 716-683-1120.

Puppet Show (pdf)
Monday, July 27, 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Omnipresent Puppet Theater presents: Bonnie’s Brachiosaurus. All ages. Registration is required: Register online at https://bit.ly/lancasterlibrary or call 716-683-1120.

Paws for Love: Read to a Dog (pdf)
Monday, July 27, 4:30 - 5:50 p.m.
Pick out a book and practice reading out loud to a therapy dog in the library. Improve literacy skills and reading confidence! For ages 4 and up. Call 716-683-1120 or stop in to sign-up for a 20-minute reading session.

Crafternoons (pdf)
Wednesdays, July 29 - August 19, 3:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Create a different craft each week. Ages 5-12. 7/29: Glow in the Dark Art, 8/5: Treasure Chests, 8/12: Ceramic Dinosaurs, 8/19: Puppets. Registration is required separately for each crafternoon: Register online at https://bit.ly/lancasterlibrary or call 716-683-1120.

Refrigerator Pickles (pdf)
Wednesday, July 29, 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Capture the freshness of summer produce! Make your own crisp pickles with herbs, spices, and garden veggies. This is a free program for adults only and registration is required. Register online at https://bit.ly/lancasterlibrary or call 716-683-1120.

Mike Randall & Friends (pdf)
Thursday, July 30, 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Enjoy unforgettable puppet characters, magic, and lots of audience participation. All ages. Registration is required: Register online at https://bit.ly/lancasterlibrary or call 716-683-1120.

 

STEM Kits: Tissue Box Guitar (pdf)
All August long
Create your own tissue box guitar by picking up a free STEM kit to experiment with at home. For ages 7 and up. While supplies last.

August Storytimes (pdf)
Preschool Time
Tuesdays, August 4 - 18, 10:30 - 11:00 a.m.
Join Miss Meg as she reads stories, has bubbles, and sings songs. For ages 3-5. Registration required and space is limited. Register online at https://bit.ly/lancasterlibrary or call 716-683-1120.
Toddler Time
Tuesdays, August 4 - 18, 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Fridays, August 7 - 21, 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Join Miss Meg as she reads stories, has bubbles, and sings songs. For ages 2-3. Registration required and space is limited. Register online at https://bit.ly/lancasterlibrary or call 716-683-1120.
Family Storytime
Thursdays, August 6 - 20, 12:00 - 12:30 p.m.
Join Miss Meg as she reads stories, has bubbles, and sings songs. Recommended for ages 6 and under, but older siblings are welcome to join us. Registration required and space is limited. Register online at https://bit.ly/lancasterlibrary or call 716-683-1120.
Lapsit
Fridays, August 7 - 21, 10:30 - 11:00 a.m.
Join Miss Meg as she reads stories, has bubbles, and sings songs. For ages 3-23 months. Registration required and space is limited. Register online at https://bit.ly/lancasterlibrary or call 716-683-1120.

Wondermakers (pdf)
Monday, August 3, 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
The storytellers are back with fun interactive stories from around the world. Ages 3-10. Registration required: Register online at https://bit.ly/lancasterlibrary or call 716-683-1120.

Reptile Show (pdf)
Thursday, August 6, 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
REPCO Wildlife Encounters presents exotic reptiles and amphibians from around the world. All ages. Registration is required: Register online at https://bit.ly/lancasterlibrary or call 716-683-1120.

Board Games Club (pdf)
Thursday, August 6, 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Learn and have fun at the same time! A variety of games will be provided. Pre-K through high school. Registration required: Register online at https://bit.ly/lancasterlibrary or call 716-683-1120.

Zoo Tales (pdf)
Monday, August 10, 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
A story time event with a reptile ambassador. All ages with parent/guardian. Registration is required: Register online at https://bit.ly/lancasterlibrary or call 716-683-1120.

Chess Club (pdf)
Tuesday, August 11, 4:30 - 6:00 p.m.
Learn how to play chess or improve your skills. Hosted by the Buffalo Chess Association. Boards are provided or bring your own. All ages welcome. Registration is required: Register online at https://bit.ly/lancasterlibrary or call 716-683-1120.

Summertime Crafts with the Lancaster Youth Bureau (pdf)
Wednesday, August 12, 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Create fun crafts with the Lancaster Youth Bureau. For ages 5-12. Registration is required and space is limited. Register online at https://bit.ly/lancasterlibrary or call 716-683-1120.

Bubble Show (pdf)
Thursday, August 13, 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Wow Party presents small bubbles, big bubbles, colorful bubbles, and magic tricks with bubbles. All ages. Registration is required: Register online at https://bit.ly/lancasterlibrary or call 716-683-1120.

Feelings Rock (pdf)
Monday, August 17, 11:00 - 11:30 a.m.
Feelings Rock is a kids' music and movement class that is geared for infants through age 5. Registration is required and space is limited. Register online at https://bit.ly/lancasterlibrary or call 716-683-1120.

Jurassic Journeys: Dino Extravaganza (pdf)
Thursday, August 20, 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Magician Cris Johnson performs a fun comedy show where you will meet lifelike baby dinosaurs, play dinosaur games, and dig for fossils. All ages. Registration is required: Register online at https://bit.ly/lancasterlibrary or call 716-683-1120.

Teen Cupcake (pdf)
Thursday, August 20, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Decorate colorful cupcakes in a very tasty competition. Ages 12-17. Registration is required: Register online at https://bit.ly/lancasterlibrary or call 716-683-1120.

LEGO® Club (pdf)
Friday, August 21, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Build your own LEGO® creation to be displayed in the library. Ages 6-12. Registration is required: Register online at https://bit.ly/lancasterlibrary or call 716-683-1120.

Science Saturday (pdf)
Saturday, August 22, 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Join us for fun science experiments such as calming tubes and slime. Ages 7-15. Registration is required: Register online at https://bit.ly/lancasterlibrary or call 716-683-1120.

Family Yoga (pdf)
Monday, August 24, 12:30 - 1:15 p.m.
Enjoy yoga poses, music, yoga games, and more. For ages 4-11 with adult participation. Class is taught by Donna Baia, certified KAY teacher. Please bring a yoga mat or towel. Registration is required and space is limited. Register online at https://bit.ly/lancasterlibrary or call 716-683-1120.

Escape Room (pdf)
Wednesday, August 26, 3:00 - 3:30 p.m. (session 1) or 3:45 - 4:15 p.m. (session 2)
Solve puzzles and clues to escape a room in the library before time runs out. Ages 12-17. Registration is required: Register online at https://bit.ly/lancasterlibrary or call 716-683-1120.

Flower Pressing (pdf)
Wednesday, August 26, 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Capture the freshness of summer produce! Make your own crisp pickles with herbs, spices, and garden veggies. This is a free program for adults only and registration is required. Register online at https://bit.ly/lancasterlibrary or call 716-683-1120.

Paws for Love: Read to a Dog (pdf)
Monday, August 31, 4:30 - 5:50 p.m.
Pick out a book and practice reading out loud to a therapy dog in the library. Improve literacy skills and reading confidence! For ages 4 and up. Call 716-683-1120 or stop in to sign-up for a 20-minute reading session.

Jewelry Donations (pdf)
Donations accepted now - August 31
Donate your lightly worn jewelry to the Friends of the Library's November Baubles & Bling fundraiser. Also accepted are cotton boxes. All proceeds will benefit the library.

 

Homeschool Families Board Games Club (pdf)
Thursday, September 3, 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Learn and have fun at the same time! A variety of games will be provided. The game topic for this month is SEL (social-emotional learning). Pre-K through high school. Registration required: Register online at https://bit.ly/lancasterlibrary or call 716-683-1120. Registration begins Thursday, August 6.

Computer Coach (pdf)
Tuesdays, September 8, 15, 22, & 29, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Thursdays, September 10 & 17, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Need a computer coach? We can help. A staff member can assist you with computer related topics in a one-on-one session. These free sessions are not designed to troubleshoot computer problems or repair hardware. Suggested topics: Tablet & cell phone devices, borrowing eBooks on Libby, Microsoft Office, scanning, computer basics, internet searching, online library catalog, or email attachments. Please call 716-683-1120 or stop in to schedule your appointment. Due to the current demand for this program, appointments are limited to once every other month. Registration begins Tuesday, August 4.

Chess Club (pdf)
Tuesday, September 8, 4:30 - 6:00 p.m.
Learn how to play chess or improve your skills. Hosted by the Buffalo Chess Association. Boards are provided or bring your own. All ages welcome. Registration is required: Register online at https://bit.ly/lancasterlibrary or call 716-683-1120. Registration begins Tuesday, August 11.

T'ai Chi Chih (pdf)
Wednesdays, September 9 - 30, 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
T'ai Chi Chih movements are practiced softly with no impact. No particular level of physical fitness, coordination, special clothing or equipment required. Denise Miller is an accredited teacher who has been sharing this wonderful practice with students for many years. Registration is required: Register online at https://bit.ly/lancasterlibrary or call 716-683-1120. Registration begins Wednesday, August 12.

Self-Defense for Older Adults (pdf)
Tuesday, September 15, 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Judy Beiswanger will teach awareness, prevention, and simple moves to get away if someone grabs you. Judy has a black belt in Taekwondo and is interested in helping senior citizens be safe. Registration is required: Register online at https://bit.ly/lancasterlibrary or call 716-683-1120. Registration begins Tuesday, August 18.

Author Talk & Book Signing with Sudhir Suchak (pdf)
Wednesday, September 30, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Sudhir will discuss his book Last Boat to Freedom, the story of his daring escape from Zanzibar in East Africa. His book is a powerful testament to resilience, perseverance, identity, and the enduring power of a single choice. Registration is required: Register online at https://bit.ly/lancasterlibrary or call 716-683-1120. Registration begins Wednesday, September 2.

Mahjong Club (pdf)
Wednesdays, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Play the Chinese version of Mahjong. No registration necessary.

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