West Seneca Public Library

West Seneca Public Library
Library Info

1300 Union Rd.
West Seneca, NY 14224
United States

716-674-2928
Fax: 716-674-9206
Robert Alessi, Director
 

Located within the West Seneca Community Center & Library found in Centennial Park, one half mile north of the Southgate Plaza, next to Town Hall. 

Wheelchair accessible.  Parking lot available.
Meeting Rooms.
Study Rooms.

Copy machine: 15 cents each for black & white, 30 cents for color for 8 1/2 x 11 sheet. 

Fax machine: 

Fax or scan using a Prepaid Card-
USA, Canada & Caribbean : $1.75 for the first page, $1.00 for each additional page.  Internationally: $3.75 for the first page, $6.75 for 2 pages, and $10.75 for up to 3 pages.

Fax or scan using Credit/Debit-
USA, Canada & Caribbean : $1.75 for the first page, $1.00 for each additional page.  Internationally: $3.95 for the first page, $3.45 for each additional page.

Public Access Computers with Internet, printers (including Mobile Printing) (10 cents black & white, 25 cents color), and three scanners.

Laptops are available for checkout to use within the library with a valid library card.

Sit-down, full-color, auto-focus video magnifier unit available for public use in the library (16 levels of magnification).

Social Media
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/buffalolibrary.westseneca

 

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Community Resources

Town of West Seneca
http://www.westseneca.net/

West Seneca Schools
http://www.wscschools.org/

West Seneca Historical Society
http://www.westsenecahistory.com/

Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteer Policy (pdf)

Individuals interested in volunteering at the B&ECPL must fill out a Volunteer Application (pdf) and a Volunteer Liability Waiver and Release form (pdf).  Volunteers under the age of 17 will be designated as Junior Volunteers and must have parental approval to volunteer. 

Volunteers will be accepted based on the library’s project and programmatic needs matched with the individuals’ qualifications/interests as determined during the selection process.  The library may not accept every volunteer application.  A background check and/or reference checking may be required before any volunteer can begin an assignment.

Community Room Reservation Requests

Library Meeting Room Policy (pdf)

Community Room Reservation Requests are made online via a link on the Town of West Seneca web site .  West Seneca Public Library events and certain Town of West Seneca meeting functions receive priority for scheduling purposes.

Beyond these West Seneca Public Library or Town events, the Community Room is intended for use for free public events, workshops, educational classes and meetings.  Documentation naming the Town of West Seneca as additional insured during a meeting/event will be required.  

A representative of the West Seneca Public Library or Town of West Seneca will respond to the online Community Room Reservation Request as soon as possible.

Study Rooms

Study Room Policy (pdf)

The West Seneca Public Library features 5 study rooms available for use during regular library hours.  The rooms are intended for informal individual or small group use and are not to be used for commercial purposes.  Rooms may be booked for up to 2 hours per day.  For more information or to book a time slot, please stop by the library or call us at 674-2928.

West Seneca Public Library Policies

System-Wide Policies

The West Seneca Public Library is a member of the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library System.

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    Upcoming Events

    The West Seneca Public Library hours are as follows:

    Mon 9am-8pm

    Tues 9am-8pm

    Wed 9am-5pm

    Thurs 9am-8pm

    Fri 9am-5pm

    Sat 10am-4pm

    Eating is not permitted but beverages with lids are welcome.

    If you are feeling unwell, please visit us another time. You can always visit the library virtually for ebooks, databases, music downloads and more at www.buffalolib.org

    We are still offering curbside service!  Please call ahead to request materials and/or schedule a pickup.  For more information, please call the library at (716) 674-2928.

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

    The winners of our 2025 Bookmark Design Contest have been contacted! Congratulations to Cecilia, Colette, Ziabella, and Kaydence! You can view the winning submissions here or on our Facebook or Instagram!

     

    Interested in helping your fellow neighbor get through tax season? Volunteer to help with VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance)! This program helps provide tax assistance to eligible tax payers who need help preparing their tax returns! Help is needed in various areas. For more information about volunteering, click here. You can also call 716-876-8108, email at freetaxbuffalo@gmail.com, or visit the VITA website at https://freetaxbuffalo.com/. 

     

    November 2025- NOVEMBER REGISTRATION OPENS FRIDAY, OCTOBER 10TH

    • Handicraft Club (pdf)-  Join our handicraft club on Mondays from 1:30-3:30pm. We welcome all sorts of handicrafts including knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, and needlework. Beginners and experts are all welcome!  For more information please contact the West Seneca Public Library, 1300 Union Rd, West Seneca, NY 14224 at (716) 674-2928.  Space will be limited. No food or drink is permitted in the Makerspace.]
    • Business of Music Workshop- The Buffalo Music Hall of Fame and Three 2 Go Music Alliance will be hosting a Business of Music workshop on Saturday, November 1st at 12pm. This workshop will be led by working experts in the field. Registration is not required for this program. Please call 716-674-2928 or stop by the library for more information.
    • University Express: Shirley Jackson's The Lottery (pdf)- Adults ages 50+ can join University Express on Monday, November 3rd at 1pm for a class about Shirley Jackson's The Lottery. Space will be limited and registration is required. To register, please visit the library or call 716-674-2928.
    • Independent Preschool Story Time Fall 2025 Twelve Week Session (pdf)- THIS PROGRAM IS FULL. Preschoolers ages 3-5 years can join Miss Emily on Tuesday nights at 6pm for a 12-week parent/guardian-free story time session. The dates are September 16th, 23rd, 30th; October 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th; November 4th, 18th, 25th; December 2nd and 9th. Space will be limited and registration is required. Signing up for one session signs the child up for all twelve sessions. Please note, if the parent does not call and the child does not show up 3 times, then they will be removed from the registration list. To register, please visit the library or call 716-674-2928.
    • Baby & Me Fall 2025 Twelve Week Session (pdf)- THIS PROGRAM IS FULL. On Wednesday, September 10th, 17th, 24th; October 1st, 15th, 22nd, 29th; November 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th; December 3rd at 9:30 or 10:30am, babies ages 0-24 months and their parent or guardian can join Miss Emily for a fun lap-sit story time session. Space will be limited and registration is required. Signing up for one session signs you up for all twelve sessions. Please note, if you are a no-call/no-show 3 times, then you will be removed from the registration list. To register, please visit the library or call 716-674-2928.
    • Toddler Time Fall 2025 Twelve Week Session (pdf)- THIS PROGRAM IS FULL. Toddlers (ages 2 to 4) can join us with their parent or guardian on September 18th, 25th; October 2nd, 16th, 23rd, 30th; November 6th, 13th, 20th; December 4th, 11th, 18th at 10am or 11am. Space will be limited and registration is required.  Signing up for one session signs you up for all twelve sessions. Please note, if you are a no-call/no-show 3 times, then you will be removed from the registration list. Call the Library to register at 716-674-2928, or stop in to sign up.
    • Adult Fuse Beads (pdf)- We will be holding an Adult Fuse Beads program from 5pm-7pm on Thursday, November 6th. Choose a design and create your own decorations with Perler Beads! This program is for those ages 17 and up. Space will be limited and registration is required. To register, please visit the library or call 716-674-2928.
    • Fall Carnival (pdf)- Patrons of all ages can join us on Saturday, November 8th at 1pm for a fun Fall Carnival! Registration is recommended but not required for this program. To register or for more information, please visit the library or call 716-674-2928.
    • Teen Advisory Group (TAG) Meeting (pdf)- Teens can join us on Thursday, November 13th for a Teen Advisory Group (TAG) meeting at 6pm. TAG members will help provide insight on how to better serve teens, help plan and implement programs, meet new people, and gain volunteer hours, experience, and leadership skills. Registration is not required! Please call 716-674-2928 or visit the library for more information.
    • Teen Jigsaw Watercolor (pdf)- Teens ages 12-17 can join us on Saturday, November 15th at 11am for a Jigsaw Watercolor craft program! Space will be limited and registration is required. To register, please visit the library or call 716-674-2928.
    • Kid's Craft: Macy's Day Balloons (pdf)- Kids ages 5-12 can join Miss Emily on Monday, November 17th at 5pm for a Make Your Own Macy's Day Parade Balloon craft! We will also read Balloons Over Broadway and have a parade around the library with our balloons! Space will be limited and registration is required. To register, please visit the library or call 716-674-2928.
    • University Express: Let's Talk About Sports (pdf)- Adults ages 50+ can join University Express on Thursday, November 20th at 1pm for a class to talk about sports! Space will be limited and registration is required. To register, please visit the library or call 716-674-2928.
    • Kid's Fuse Beads (pdf)- Thursday, November 20th from 5pm-6:30pm. Choose a design and create your own decorations with Perler Beads! Recommended for ages 6 and up. Children under 6 years old must be attended by an adult.  All materials will be provided by the library.  Space will be limited and registration is required. To register, please visit the library or call 716-674-2928.
    • Lego Club (pdf)-  Saturday, November 22nd at 11am. For ages 5 to 12. Free build with single-person Lego bins and selectable mini figures. Space will be limited and registration is required. Please call 716-674-2928 or visit the library to register or for more information.
    • West Seneca Public Library Book Club (pdf)- Monday, November 24th at 6:30 PM. Discussing Ashton Hall by Lauren Belfer. Event takes place in the Makerspace.  For more information please contact the West Seneca Public Library at 716-674-2928.  Space will be limited. No food or drink is permitted.

    December 2025- DECEMBER REGISTRATION STARTED FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 14TH

    • Handicraft Club (pdf)-  Join our handicraft club on Mondays from 1:30-3:30pm. We welcome all sorts of handicrafts including knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, and needlework. Beginners and experts are all welcome!  For more information please contact the West Seneca Public Library, 1300 Union Rd, West Seneca, NY 14224 at (716) 674-2928.  Space will be limited. No food or drink is permitted in the Makerspace.
    • University Express: Let's Paint with Watercolors (pdf)- THIS PROGRAM IS FULL. Patrons age 50+ can join University Express for a session on watercolor painting. This session will take place on Monday, December 1st at 2pm. Space will be limited and registration is required. To register, please visit the library or call 716-674-2928.
    • Baby & Me Fall 2025 Twelve Week Session (pdf)- THIS PROGRAM IS FULL. On Wednesday, September 10th, 17th, 24th; October 1st, 15th, 22nd, 29th; November 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th; December 3rd at 9:30 or 10:30am, babies ages 0-24 months and their parent or guardian can join Miss Emily for a fun lap-sit story time session. Space will be limited and registration is required. Signing up for one session signs you up for all twelve sessions. Please note, if you are a no-call/no-show 3 times, then you will be removed from the registration list. To register, please visit the library or call 716-674-2928.
    • Toddler Time Fall 2025 Twelve Week Session (pdf)- THIS PROGRAM IS FULL. Toddlers (ages 2 to 4) can join us with their parent or guardian on September 18th, 25th; October 2nd, 16th, 23rd, 30th; November 6th, 13th, 20th; December 4th, 11th, 18th at 10am or 11am. Space will be limited and registration is required.  Signing up for one session signs you up for all twelve sessions. Please note, if you are a no-call/no-show 3 times, then you will be removed from the registration list. Call the Library to register at 716-674-2928, or stop in to sign up.
    • Independent Preschool Story Time Fall 2025 Twelve Week Session (pdf)- THIS PROGRAM IS FULL. Preschoolers ages 3-5 years can join Miss Emily on Tuesday nights at 6pm for a 12-week parent/guardian-free story time session. The dates are September 16th, 23rd, 30th; October 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th; November 4th, 18th, 25th; December 2nd and 9th. Space will be limited and registration is required. Signing up for one session signs the child up for all twelve sessions. Please note, if the parent does not call and the child does not show up 3 times, then they will be removed from the registration list. To register, please visit the library or call 716-674-2928.
    • Lego Club (pdf)- Saturday, December 6th and December 27th from 11am-12:30pm. For ages 5 to 12. Free build with single-person Lego bins and selectable mini figures. Space will be limited and registration is required. Please call 716-674-2928 or visit the library for more information.
    • University Express: When and How to Call 911 (pdf)- Patrons age 50+ can join University Express for a session on when and how to call 911. This session will take place on Monday, December 8th at 2pm. Space will be limited and registration is required. To register, please visit the library or call 716-674-2928.
    • Painting for Fun for Adults with the West Seneca Art Society (pdf)- Adults can join the West Seneca Art Society on Tuesday, December 9th at 5:30pm. Supplies will be provided. Space will be limited and registration is required. To register or for more information, please visit the library or call 716-674-2928.
    • Kid's Fuse Beads (pdf)- Thursday, December 11th from 5pm-6:30pm. Choose a design and create your own decorations with Perler Beads! Recommended for Ages 6+. Children under 6 years old must be attended by an adult.  All materials will be provided by the library.  Space will be limited and registration is required. To register, please visit the library or call 716-674-2928.
    • Teen Make Your Own Snow Globe (pdf)- Teens ages 12-17 can join us on Saturday, December 13th at 1:30pm for a fun craft! We will be making our own snow globes. Space will be limited and registration is required. To register or for more information, please visit the library or call 716-674-2928.
    • Alternative Options to College for Teens (pdf)- Teens can join us on Thursday, December 18th at 5pm (prior to the TAG meeting) for a review of alternative options to college, presented by Erie 1 BOCES. This program is open to teens ages 12-17, and registration is not required. For more information, please visit the library or call 716-674-2928.
    • Teen Advisory Group (TAG) Meeting (pdf)- Teens can join us on Thursday, December 18th for a Teen Advisory Group (TAG) meeting at 6pm. TAG members will help provide insight on how to better serve teens, help plan and implement programs, meet new people, and gain volunteer hours, experience, and leadership skills. Registration is not required! Please call 716-674-2928 or visit the library for more information.
    • Author Talk: P.A. Kane (pdf)- Join us on Monday, December 22nd at 6pm in the Community Room for an author talk with local author, P.A. Kane. Space will be limited and registration is required. To register or for more information, please visit the library or call 716-674-2928.
    • West Seneca Public Library Book Club (pdf)-  Monday, December 29th at 6:30 PM. Discussing The River We Remember by William Kent Krueger. Event takes place in the Makerspace.  For more information please contact the West Seneca Public Library at 716-674-2928.  Space will be limited. No food or drink is permitted.

    Library of Things

    The West Seneca Public Library has a small collection of "things" other than books, DVDs, and CDs, that can be checked out at the desk. These items must be checked out and returned at the West Seneca Public Library's circulation desk. For a list of the things available to checkout, please see the following link! West Seneca Public Library's Library of Things

     

    Friends of the West Seneca Public Library

    The Friends of the West Seneca Public Library are community members with an interest in supporting the services offered by the library. The Friends also provide funding for books, programs and supplies for children and adults.  

    The Friends have an ongoing fundraiser!  Purchase a personalized, hand-carved wooden book which will be displayed in the library over the fireplace!  Full details here (pdf).

    Next meeting: The next Friends meeting date is Monday, September 22nd at 6:30pm.

     

    West Seneca School Yearbook Collection

    The West Seneca Public Library now has several West Seneca school yearbooks (pdf) available for in-library use.  A list of the volumes included in the collection (along with volumes that we do not yet have) can be found via the link above.

    A special thank you to the West Seneca Central School District and the West Seneca West Alumni for their generous efforts in helping to assemble this collection of yearbooks!