Programs and Services of the Clarence Public 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

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

  • Talecraft for Tots
  • Read&Play
  • Summer Makery: Craft Cafe

Summer 2025 Programming (PDF)

Please note that the Magical Family Fun Show with Mike Seege has been rescheduled for July 22, with registration opening on July 8.

Summer Bike Raffle (PDF)

Runs from Saturday, June 28-Friday, August 15. Drawing will be held August, 16.

  • Check out five children's books

  • Bring your receipt to the main desk

  • 5 books=1 entry

  • unlimited entries.

Summer Basket Raffle (PDF)

The basket raffle will be held from Tuesday, June 24-Thursday, July 31, 2025. $5 sheets of tickets.  Tickets on sale through July 31. Drawing to be held August 1st.

Early Childhood Programs (PDF)

Talecraft for Tots

  • Day/Time: Tuesdays at 11:00 AM
  • Ages: 3-6 years and their caregivers
  • Description: Explore stories and activities to encourage a love of reading. Includes singing, reading, talking, and crafting.
  • July Dates: 8,15,22, and 29.
  • August Dates: 5
  • June Registration: May 20
  • July-August Registration: June 24.

Read & Play

  • Day/Time: Wednesdays at 11:00 AM
  • Ages: Best for walkers, toddlers, and preschool-age children with caregivers
  • Description: Enjoy a story and song followed by open play.
  • July Dates: 2, 9,16*, 23, 30.
  • August Dates: 6
  • June Registration: May 21
  • July-August Registration: June 25
  • *July 16th is a special storytime at Greg’s U-pick farm.

Children’s Programs

LEGO Club

  • Ages: 5-12
  • Day/Time: Mondays at 11:00 AM
  • Description: Freeform building with creations displayed in the library. Registration required.
  • July Dates: 21 and 28. 
  • Registration Begins: The week before online, or call to register after June 23..

Kidding Around Yoga: Summer Sessions

  • Ages: 4-10
  • Description: Yoga classes with fun, music, and mindfulness activities. Taught by certified KAY teacher Donna Baia.
  • Note: Parent/caregiver must remain with children aged 4-5. Bring a towel or mat.
  • July Dates: Monday 21 (2:30-3:30 PM), Monday 28 (2:30-3:30 PM)
  • August Dates: Monday 4 (11:00-11:45 AM), Monday 25 (11:00-11:45 AM)
  • Call to register.

 

Intergenerational Programs

Makery: Summer Craft Cafe (PDF) (*All Makery programs are full*)

  • Day/Time: Thursday at 2:00 PM
  • Description: A maker-focused program with a new project each session. For those 6 and up.
  • July Dates: 24, 31
  • August Dates: 7, 14
  • Registration Begins: June 26 for the July and August dates.

Hooked on Crochet

  • Date/Time: Saturday, 11:00 AM-1:00 PM
  • Description: Learn to crochet, read patterns, or crochet with company. Beginners and experienced crocheters welcome.
  • July Dates: 26
  • August Dates: 23
  • Registration Begins: The date of the previous program.

Our Fox Rocks (PDF)

  • Description: All Ages Storytime with Local Author Amber Partisano who will read her book Our Fox Rocks (craft and book signing to follow.)
  • Date/Time: Friday, August 1, 2025 11:00 AM-12:00 PM.

Middle Grade-Teen Programs

Middle Grade Book Camp-canceled due to low attendance.

Happy Little Painting Camp (PDF)

  • Day/Time: Wednesday, July 16, 23, and 30 at 4:00 PM.
  • Description: Join the Happy Little Painting camp, where you can follow along with episodes of Bob Ross’s "The Joy of Painting" in a welcoming environment.
  • Registration: July 2.

 

Summer Family Fun

Mike Seege Magic Show (PDF)

  • Day/Time: Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 6:30 PM
  • Description: Family magic show.
  • Presenter: Mike Seege
  • Registration Begins: July 7.

Omnipresent Puppet Theater: Little Red Riding Hood 

  • Day/Time: Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at 6:30 PM
  • Presenter: Omnipresent Puppet Theater
  • Registration Begins: July 15.

World Safari (PDF)

  • Day/Time: Friday, August 15, 2025, at 11:00 AM.
  • Description: Discover birds, mammals, reptiles, and more through live animals and bio facts.
  • Presenter: Buffalo Zoo
  • Registration Begins: August 1.

Alzheimer's Association Programs

Dates/Times: 

August 4, 2025, at 2:00 PM Responding to Dementia: Related Behaviors

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

 

 

 

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

 

Donation Policy

Book Donations