Orchard Park Public Library
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September Calendar
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CHILDREN & FAMILY
Registration begins Monday August 18th
Baby Storytime
Monday mornings from September 8th through October 13th at 10am. Join Miss Kasey for a gentle introduction to storytime with books, songs, and activities for babies 24 months & under. Registration is required, please call 716-662-9851 or stop in to sign up.
Toddler Storytime
Monday mornings from September 8th through October 13th at 11am. Join Miss Kasey for an introduction to storytime with books, music & movement for toddlers aged 2! Registration is required, please call 716-662-9851 or stop in to sign up.
Preschool Storytime
Tuesday mornings at 10am from September 9th through October 14th. Join Miss Mary for a storytime with songs, activities and books! This program is tailored for children ages 3-5, however any child under the age of 5 is welcome to try it out and of course siblings of any age are always welcome.
Independent Preschool Storytime
Thursday mornings at 10am from September 11th through October 16th. Join Miss Mary for an exploration of STEM concepts through stories, songs and hands on activities! This program is tailored for children ages 3-5. Children attend independently while caregivers enjoy the library.
Thursday, September 11th
5:00-6:30PM
Comic Book Club is back! Stop in with the book you are currently reading - we'll talk about all of our books and the best new Graphic Novels the library has gotten! In comic Book Club we draw, write & illustrate stories and play games together. A perfect space for comic lovers to come and hang out! Best for kids in grades 3-6. Registration is required. Sign up online or by phone at 716-662-9851.
Thursday September 18th
6:30-7:30PM
Join us for stories, songs and activities for families with children ages 8 & under. Older siblings are always welcome. Children can feel free to wear jammies and bring a stuffed animal for extra coziness. Call or stop in to sign up.
Saturday September 20th
10:00-11:30AM
Drop in any time between 10am - 11:30am to meet Stanley! Stanley is an Eastern Musk Turtle presented by New York State Wildlife Rehabilitator Allie Booth. Stop by her Information Table to find out more about Stanley, and about being a Wildlife Rehabilitator! This is an all ages program. Drop in activity will include a turtle suncatcher craft. No registration required.
Saturday September 20th
2pm-4pm
Learn how to play and build decks under the Unlimited Format. The library provides pre-built decks to play with at the program but attendees may also bring their own cards and custom decks from home. Open to kids in grades K-8. Kids in grades 2 & under must be accompanied by a caregiver. Register in person, by phone 716-662-98512 or online by clicking here: SIGN UP ONLINE!
Family Craft Night
Tuesday, September 30th 6:00-7:00 PM
Join us to make crayon boxes out of construction paper and popsicle sticks! This program is for children ages 6-12 to attend with a caretaker. Children under 6 may attend but may need more assistance with the craft. Registration is required. Please call 716-662-9851 to sign up or stop by the Information Desk.
TEENS
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October Teen Book Boxes
Registration open Monday, September 1st - Monday, September 15th
For teens in Grades 7-12
Enjoy a box full of library books hand-picked with snacks and other surprises! Return the box and the books after three weeks, but keep everything else!
Pickup for the October book boxes will be the first week of October (October 1st - 8th). Sign up by visiting us in person or filling out a form.
Teen Game Night
Monday, September 15th from 6:00 - 7:00 PM
For teens ages 13-17.
Join us at the Orchard Park Public Library's Teen Game Night. Each month we'll meet up to play board games, card games, and more!
Registration is required. For more information, please call the Orchard Park Public Library at (716) 662-9851.
Teen Craft Night: Felt Pennant Flags
Monday, September 22nd from 6:00 - 7:00 PM
For teens in grades 7-12.
Calling all teens! Just in time for school to start, join us at the Orchard Park Public Library to make your own felt pennant flag to decorate your locker or room!
All supplies are included. Registration is required. For more information, please call the Orchard Park Public Library at (716) 662-9851.
How To Watch Football (And Mostly Understand It!)
Saturday, September 27th from 1:00 - 2:00 PM
For teens in grades 7-12.
Confused by downs and touchdowns? Don't just watch football -- understand it! Join us at the Orchard Park Public Library to learn the rules, the plays, and the fun so you can enjoy every game.
Registration is required. For more information, please call the Orchard Park Public Library at (716)662-9851.
Teen Book Club
Monday, September 29th from 6:00 - 7:00 PM
For teens ages 13-17.
Join the OPK Teen Book Club -- we meet monthly to discuss a YA title!
September's book is A Song of Salvation by Alechia Dow.
Books are available for hold through the library system!
Registration is required. For more information, please call the Orchard Park Public Library at (716) 662-9851.
ADULT
Local Author Series: Sudhir Suchak
Wednesday, September 17th
6:00-7:00 PM
Join us for a conversation on Suchak's new book, "Last Boat to Freedom."
Registration for this event is required. For more information, please call the Orchard Park Public Library at (716) 662-9851.
The author's book will be on sale; cash, check, or venmo will be accepted.
Master Gardener's Lecture Series: a Conversation on Climate Change
Wednesday, September 24th
6:00-7:00 PM
Join us for an eye-opening lecture on the real-time impacts of climate change, from extreme weather to shifting ecosystems.
Registration for this event is required. For more information, please call the Orchard Park Public Library at (716) 662-9851.
One-on-One Computer Training Sessions
(Made by appointment)
Appointments can be made in 30 minute sessions for one-on-one assistance. We do not offer trouble-shooting services on any personal devices.
For more information, please call the Orchard Park Library at (716) 662-9851.