Orchard Park Public Library
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April Events
ADULT
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One-on-One Computer Training Sessions
(By Appointment)
Appointments can be made for 30-60 Minute sessions for one-on-one computer tech assistance.
We do not offer trouble-shooting services on any personal devices.
Registration is required.
CHILDREN & FAMILY
Family Craft Night!
Thursday April 30th from 6-7pm
Create a collage style design inspired by the art of Lois Ehlert! For extra fun, your canvas will be a Buffalo & Erie County Public Library tote bag provided by the library! Designs will be made using heat transfer vinyl pieces, so bags can be brought home the same day. This craft is for a caregiver and a child to complete together. Best for ages 6-12. Space is limited, registration is required.
MAY EVENTS
ADULT
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Orchard Park Library's Official Book Club
Wednesday, May 6th at 6:00-7:00 PM
"My Grandmother Asked Me to Tell you She's Sorry"
by Fredrick Backman
Registration is required.
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In Good Health
Wednesday, May 13th at 6:00-7:00 PM
High Vibrational Foods
Did you know that our food and how it is made vibrates at a frequency? Processed foods have a low vibration, while whole, fresh foods have a high vibration. Learn more by attending this lecture.
Registration for this event is required.
DARE TO REPAIR CAFE!
(Back by popular demand!!)
Saturday, May 9th from 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Dare to Repair Cafes are pop-up community events where individuals can bring broken items and have a team of volunteer fixers try to repair the item alongside them for FREE!
Repair categories include small appliances, lamps, electronics, bicycles, computers, sewing machines, clothing, and textiles. Please no gas powered items or TVs.
REGISTER TO ATTEND: thetoollibrary.org/daretorepair
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Special Cheese Tasting Class with Eden Valley Creamery
Wednesday, May 20th
6:00-7:00 PM
Curious about cheese but not sure where to start? Or maybe you've always wanted to refine your taste and learn what makes each variety unique - this is your moment!
Join us for a fun and flavorful Cheese Tasting Class, perfect for beginners and anyone eager to explore new tastes. You'll learn how to taste, pair, and truly appreciate cheese like a pro.
Registration for this event is required.
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SPECIAL PRESENTATION!
James Joyce at the University at Buffalo
Wednesday, May 27th at 6:00 PM
One of the world's greatest literary treasures resides at the University at Buffalo - The James Joyce Collection.
Come to this special presentation to learn more.
Registration is required.
Craft Supply Swap
Thursday, May 28th 4:00 - 7:00 PM
Bring some unwanted craft supplies to exchange for different ones!
Drop in between 4:00-7:00 PM to browse some fun craft items!
One-on-One Computer Training Sessions
(By Appointment)
Appointments can be made for 30-60 Minute sessions for one-on-one computer tech assistance.
We do not offer trouble-shooting services on any personal devices.
Registration is required.
TEENS
TEEN ADVISORY GROUP
Monday, May 4th at 6pm
The advisory group will help plan and execute library programs, provide insight into how best to serve Orchard Park teens, gain volunteer hours and experience and meet new people! Volunteer hours may be awarded for attendance. For teens ages 13-17. Registration is required. For more information, please call the Orchard Park Library at (716)-662-9851.
TEEN GAME NIGHT
Monday, May 11th from 6-7 PM
For teens ages 13-17.
Join us at the Orchard Park Public Library for our monthly game night to play board games, card games, and more!
Registration is requested. For more information, please call the Orchard Park Library at 662-9851.
(SILENT) TEEN BOOK CLUB
Monday, May 18th from 6-7 PM
For teens ages 13-17
Calling all teens! Join the Orchard Park Library's Teen Book Club -- we meet MONTHLY and discuss a YA title at alternating meetings!
May's meeting will be a SILENT BOOK CLUB meeting! Bring your own book to read, and at the end of the meeting stay to chat about what you're reading -- or not! :)
Registration is requested. For more information, please call the Orchard Park Library at 662-9851.
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CAR MAINTENANCE FOR NEW & BEGINNING DRIVERS
Saturday, May 30th from 11 AM - 12:30 PM
While this event is intended for teens, new or beginning drivers of all ages are welcome.
We are excited to announce next month's Car Maintenance for New & Beginning Drivers program, hosted in partnership with West Herr Auto Group! Join us at the Orchard Park Library to learn basic car maintenance skills including changing a tire, checking fluid levels, changing headlights, jumping a battery and more!
Registration is requested. For more information, please call the Orchard Park Library at 662-9851.
JUNE TEEN BOOK BOXES
Registration runs May 1st – 15th
Pickup runs June 1st – 8th
For teens in grades 7-12
Registration opens on Friday, May 1st for June's Teen Book Boxes! Enjoy a box full of library books hand-picked for you and packaged up with snacks and other surprises! Return the box and the books after three weeks, but keep everything else.
Pickup for June book boxes will be the first week of June (June 1st- 8th). Sign up May 1st - 15th by visiting us in person or filling out a form at https://forms.gle/N2FVc1NAf1ioA12k8
CHILDREN & FAMILY
Orchard Park Library Spring Baby & Toddler Storytimes
Registration for the Spring Session beings Monday April 13th.
You can sign up in person or by phone. Registration will guarantee a spot for each class for the 6 week session. Storytime session will run from Monday May 4th through Friday June 12th.
Monday Baby Storytime
Mondays at 10am
Join Miss Kasey for a gentle introduction to storytime with books, songs and activities for babies 24 months & under.
Monday Toddler Storytime
Mondays at 11am
Join Miss Kasey for an introduction to storytime with books, music & movement for toddlers ages 24-36 months.
Friday Toddler Storytime
Fridays at 10am
Join Miss Sam for a gentle introduction to storytime with books, songs and activities for toddlers age 36 months & under.
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Preschool (Age 3-5) Spring Storytime 2026
Tuesdays at 10am OR Thursdays at 10am
Preschool Storytime is a 6 week program on Tuesdays or Thursdays at 10am. Storytimes being Tuesday May 5th and run through Thursday June 11th. Registration begins Monday April 13th. Tuesday's session is for child and adult caregiver to attend together. Thursday's session is suited to children that are ready for more independence, and the child remains in the meeting room while the adult caregiver enjoys the Library. Please choose only one day to attend.
REGISTRATION IS FULL
Read to a Dog presented by SPCA's Paws for Love
Drop in anytime 4pm-5pm, Thursdays on the following dates:
May 7th | May 21st | June 4th | June 18th
Join us for a special reading time with a certified SPCA Paws for Love dog at the Orchard Park Library! Improve literacy skills and reading confidence! Whether you'd like to read a story to a furry friend or just spend some time hanging out, everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. All ages are invited!
Orchard Park Library Evening Family Storytime
Thursday, May 14th at 6:30 PM
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. We'll meet up on Thursday evenings at 6:30PM on January 22nd, February 26th, March 16th, April 16th, May 14th and June 18th. Call or stop in to sign up!
Comic Book Club
Thursday May 7th at 5pm
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 by phone 716-662-9851, or online at https://buffalolib.libcal.com/event/16728823.
Train Day at the Depot & The Library!
Saturday, May 9th 10am-2pm
Join us for an Orchard Park Train Depot Open House featuring:
Model trains running on the garden railroad train display
History of the Orchard Park Depot
Tour the Depot, Freight House & Caboose
Joy of Trains is back with a giant interactive Train Table!
Snacks
Crafts
Scavenger Hunt
See and touch railroad equipment!
***Complete the special Train Day Scavenger Hunt and enter a raffle to win a gift card to ride the Arcade and Attica Railroad - valued at $100 this fun family opportunity is sponsored by the Friends of the Orchard Park Public Library***
Registration is not required. Drop in anytime between 10am and 2pm. This program is free and open to all ages.
Family Craft Night
Tuesday, May 26th 6-7PM
Join us for crafting for children ages 6-12 years old to attend with a caregiver!
Registration is required. Please call 716-662-9851 to sign up.
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Pokemon Club
Thursday, May 28th from 4pm-6pm
Start or continue your Pokemon Journey! Share, trade and battle with Pokemon cards! 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 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 at 716-662-9851 or online at https://buffalolib.libcal.com/event/16729058
JUNE EVENTS
ADULT
One-on-One Computer Training Sessions
(By Appointment)
Appointments can be made for 30-60 Minute sessions for one-on-one computer tech assistance.
We do not offer trouble-shooting services on any personal devices.
Registration is required.
Orchard Park Library's Official Book Club
Wednesday, June 3rd at 6:00-7:00 PM
"Three Days in June"
by Anne Tyler
Registration is required.
TEEN
TEEN ADVISORY GROUP
Monday, June 1st at 6pm
The advisory group will help plan and execute library programs, provide insight into how best to serve Orchard Park teens, gain volunteer hours and experience and meet new people! Volunteer hours may be awarded for attendance. For teens ages 13-17. Registration is required. For more information, please call the Orchard Park Library at (716)-662-9851.
TEEN GAME NIGHT
Monday, June 8th from 6-7 PM
For teens ages 13-17.
Join us at the Orchard Park Public Library for our monthly game night to play board games, card games, and more!
Registration is requested. For more information, please call the Orchard Park Library at 662-9851.
TEEN BOOK CLUB
Monday, June 29th from 6-7 PM
For teens ages 13-17
Calling all teens! Join the Orchard Park Library's Teen Book Club -- we meet MONTHLY and discuss a YA title at alternating meetings!
Registration is requested. For more information, please call the Orchard Park Library at 662-9851.
CHILDREN & FAMILIES
We the People: A Quilt of Belonging presented by Explore & More!
Saturday June 6th from 1pm-2:30pm
Join Explore & More Children's Museum and The Buffalo & Erie County Public Library for a celebration of America's 250th anniversary. This project, "We the People: A Quilt of Belonging," will celebrate the diversity of America and New York State. In this workshop, led by Explore & More teaching artists, children ages 5-10 will make quilt squares reflecting their family heritage and connection to Erie County. Participants will be invited to contribute their wquare to a collaborative, county-wide quilt project. The collection of fabric squares will be assembled into a completed quilt and displayed by the Library. Registration is required, please call 716-662-9851.