Programs and Services of the Clarence Public Library

 

The Clarence Public Library will be closed for HVAC Repairs from Monday, August 25th, through Wednesday, August 27th. The library is scheduled to re-open to the public on Thursday, August 28th at 10:00 AM. While we are closed, the outside drop box will remain open, and limited curbside service will be available from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM for holds pickup only.

  • Monday 8/25/25- Wednesday, 8/27/25, from 12-4:30 PM you may come to the Clarence Public Library to pick up an available hold.
  • Call us from 10:00 AM -4:30 to schedule your pick up . Have your card number ready.
  • Wait in your car or indicated area and we will bring the materials to you. 

Fall 2025 Book Sale (PDF)

Alzheimer's Association Programs

Dates/Times: 

August 25, 2025, at 2:00 PM Exploring Care: A Support Series

September 2025 Programs (PDF)

Children’s Programs

For program registration 📞 716-741-2650 or click on the underlined date below to register online for the following programs:

  • Talecraft for Tots
  • Read&Play
  • Makery

Talecraft for Tots (PDF)

Tuesdays at 11:00 AM

Dates: 16, 23, 30.

Registration begins September 2. For children ages 3-6 years and their caregivers. We will explore stories and activities to encourage children to develop a love of reading. We sing, read, talk and craft.

Read&Play (PDF)

Wednesdays at 11:00 AM.

Dates: September 24 and October 1.

Registration begins September 3. Best for walkers and toddlers (or children between these developmental stages), and their caregivers. Preschool-age children are welcome. Join us for a story and song followed by open play.

LEGO Club

September 17 at 4:00 PM

Registration begins September 3.

For children ages 5 to 12. Registration is required. Space is limited! Program is freeform building and children can put their creations in the library! 

 Intergenerational Programs

Makery (PDF)

This is a maker-focused program with a new project each month. At 4:30 PM on 

On Wednesday, September 10, 2025.

Registration begins August 27.

Everyone over the age of six is welcome. Register online or by phone at 716-741-2650. The program will offer the supplies and support to make an authentic creation.  This month, we will be making leaf impressions with color glazes.

Teen Programs

Neurodivergent Teen Group

 Focuses on community connection and developing new skills such as self-awareness, social wellness and coping with stress. Register by emailing

 Patty McCalister, LMHC at patriciamccalisterlmhc@gmail.com

Monday, September 15, 2025 at 6:30 PM.

 

October TeenLit Box (PDF)

Sign up between September 2 to 16. Online or at the library desk. Find your next three books: Fill out the form telling us what you like. Visit us to pick up your box at the start of October. (Clarence Public Library pick-up.) Bring back the 3 books when you are finished. Enjoy the goodies and favors you can keep.

Adult Programs

A Study in Sherlock

September 4 at 6:30 PM. Registration begins August 21.

A group that discusses the various iterations of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s Sherlock Holmes universe. This month’s short story selection is The Creeping Man (1923). Following our discussion will be a screening of the 1932 version of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde.

Chair Yoga Series

Thursdays at 2:00 PM.

September 4, 11, 18, 25. 

Registration begins August 21

Instructor Donna Fairlie CYT-200, DJ Gentle Yoga, LLC.Specializing in mobility-challenged.

The RoadRunners in Concert at the Clarence Public Library

Oldies and Classic Rock Covers

Tuesday, September 16 at 6:30 PM.

Registration begins 

September 2.

Buffalo Music Hall of Fame

 Workshop held from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM  on September 27, 2025

Learn from local industry professionals.

Florence: Birthplace of the Renaissance

 A presentation by Bob Poczik on Monday, September 29 at 7:00 PM

 Registration begins September 15.

 

Borrow from our Library of Things


Click on the image below for a PDF of the brochure. (Links to the catalog are inside the PDF.)

Explore our Library of Things — a collection of unique, non-traditional items available for borrowing at Clarence Public Library. From tools to tech, we offer something unexpected for every interest

How It Works

✅ Borrowing Limits: Check out up to 3 kits at a time.
✅ Renewals: Each kit can be renewed once (if no holds are pending).
✅ Guidelines: Review the full Library of Things Circulation Guidelines and Agreement

 Need help? Contact us: 📞 716-741-2650 


What is Citizen Science?

People just like you are contributing to real scientific research! By collecting data, taking photos of clouds or streams, documenting changes in nature, using smartphone sensors to monitor water and air quality, or even playing games to advance health research, you can help scientists make discoveries.

Citizen Science Kits

Jumpstart your journey with these fun and impactful projects:

  1. Observing Pollinators 🐝
    Help track bees, butterflies, and other pollinators to protect ecosystems.

  2. Mapping Mosquito Habitats 
    Identify and report mosquito breeding sites to prevent disease spread.

  3. Monitoring Air Quality 🌫️
    Use sensors to measure pollution levels in your community.

  4. Measuring Light at Night 🌃
    Track light pollution and its effects on wildlife and human health.

  5. Exploring Biodiversity 🌿
    Document plant and animal species in your area to support conservation.

  6. Zombee Hunting 🐝
    Help scientists study zombie flies that parasitize honeybees!

MEMORY/REMINISCE KITS

Made possible by the Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo: Daniel C. and Beatrice M. Fisher Fund

These kits are designed to support caregivers of individuals experiencing cognitive memory impairment, providing engaging and therapeutic interaction.

How It Works

  • Each Busy Bottle contains sensory items like rice, beads, and buttons.

  • Two laminated cards are included, featuring reminiscence questions and conversation starters.

  • Use the provided dry-erase marker to check off discovered items.

Safety Note

⚠️ Adult use only – Not suitable for children.

Favorite Things Reminisce - sets include themed photo cards, activity cards and DVD

Activity Kits:

Check out our Seed Library!

Seed Library Brochure(pdf)

Our seed library offers a wide variety of free seeds to our community. We provide a variety of vegetable, herb, and flower seeds. Families are allowed up to four packets per year.  Seeds have been donated by patrons and seed companies.  Seeds can be donated by completing a donation form and submitting them with the seeds to the circulation desk. 

Special thanks to the Garden Friends of Clarence for the support of this project.

 

Seed Library

 

Introducing the Road to Decode Literacy Hub at the Clarence Public Library

We now have Decodable Books (PDF) at the Clarence Public Library!

The Clarence Public Library is partnering with Teach My Kid to Read to provide free access to their Online Literacy Community for resources about early literacy, homeschooling, dyslexia, tutoring, decodables and more!

Check out the link below to sign up for the FREE "Literacy @ Your Library" online community: 

https://bit.ly/ClarencePubLib

To learn more, check out these videos:

Welcome video

Tour of the Road to Decode Online Community

Donation Policy

Book Donations