Town of Collins Public Library
Monday 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tuesday 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wednesday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thursday 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Friday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Sunday Closed
You must bring photo ID or your library card to check out items. Call if you'd like to arrange curbside pickup.
Any Returns will be accepted inside the library during open hours or in our drop box at the front of the building 24/7. We can now place holds on items at other libraries for no charge!
Book donations are accepted Memorial Day through Labor Day. Please call if you have a large donation and need assistance unloading your vehicle. We cannot accept encyclopedias, text books, or items that are damaged or moldy.
Meeting Room Policy (pdf) and Application (pdf)
2026 Concert Series
June 5 - The Untouchables
July 17 - Skiffle Minstrels
August 7- Blue Mule Duo
September 11 - Creek Bend
October 2 - Paul Zittel & Pure Country
Fridays doors open at 6:30, music at 7 pm
2341 Main St, Collins - 716-532-5129
Co-Sponsored by the Collins Public Library and the Friends of the Collins Public Library
If you need an accommodation please contact the library at least 7 days before the event.
Programming
Kids & Family Programs
Awesome Take & Makes will be available every week! Check Facebook for a demo each Monday, and stop in to pick up a kit while supplies last!
Monthly Scavenger Hunts - Come do a scavenger hunt through the children's area. Find all the clues and bring it up to the desk for a prize. Best for ages 5-12.
September 2026
- Mondays 9/14, 9/21, 9/28 at 10:30 am Lapsit with Miss Abbie
- Thursday 9/3 at 5 pm - Dino Sun Catchers
- Friday 9/4 at 1 pm Senior Movie: Project Hail Mary (PG-13)
- Monday 9/7 Labor Day - Library Closed
- Thursday 9/10 at 5 pm - Rock Story Time
- Friday 9/11 at 7 pm - Free Concert Blue Mule
- Saturday 9/12 at 11 am - Adult Craft Yarn Pumpkin
- Monday 9/14 at 5 pm - Kids DIY BFG Drink
- Tuesday 9/15 at 5:30 pm - Evening Book Club
- Wednesday 9/16 at 3 pm - Afternoon Crochet
- Monday 9/21 at 11 am - Morning Book Club
- Monday 9/21 at 5 pm - Kids DIY Sailboat Treat
- Tuesday 9/22 at 5:30 pm - Lego Club
- Thursday 9/24 at 5:30 pm - Evening Crochet
- Saturday 9/26 Library @ Collins Fire Hall Craft Show
- Monday 9/28 at 5 pm - Kids DIY Comic Bookmarks
- Thursday 10/1 Book Sale & Bake Sale
- Friday 10/2 Paul Zittel Concert at 7 pm
- Friday 10/2 Last day to buy raffle tickets
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Saturday 10/3 Final Day of Book Sale!
October 2026
- Mondays 10/12, 10/19, 10/26 at 10:30 am Lapsit with Miss Abbie
- Tuesdays 10/13, 10/20, 10/27 at 10:30 am Preschool Story Time with Miss Abbie
- Thursday 10/1 all day - Book Sale & Bake Sale
- Friday 10/2 All day - Book Sale, Bake Sale. Last day to buy raffle tickets.
- Friday 10/2 at 7 pm - Paul Zittel Concert in the Library!
- Saturday 10/3 all day Final Day of Book Sale.
- Monday 10/5 at 5 pm - Kids DIY Cookie Tacos
- Thursday 10/8 at 4 pm - Library Board Regular Meeting
- Friday 10/9 at 1 pm - Senior Movie - Fackham Hall
- Saturday 10/10 at 11 am Adult Craft
- Saturday 10/10 at 1 pm - Pumpkin Story Time
- Monday 10/12 at 5 pm - Kids DIY Apple Nachos
- Tuesday 10/13 at 5:30 pm - Evening Book Club
- Monday 10/19 at 11 am - Morning Book Club
- Monday 10/19 at 5 pm - Kids DIY Spider Cupcakes
- Tuesday 10/20 at 5 or 6 pm Kids Spooky Candy Houses (registration begins 10/1 and ends 10/15).
- Wednesday 10/21 at 3 pm - Afternoon Crochet
- Thursday 10/22 at 5 pm - Sloth Story Time
- Saturday 10/24 at 9:30 am Friends Meeting
- Saturday 10/24 at 1 pm - Halloween Party Story Time
- Sunday 10/25 at 1 pm - Town Halloween Party at the Painter Center with the Collins Regional Historical Society.
- Monday 10/26 at 5 pm - Kids DIY Monster Snack Mix
- Tuesday 10/27 at 5:30 pm - Lego Club
- Thursday 10/29 at 5:30 pm - Evening Crochet
Young Adult Programming
- Teen Book Bundles - NEW! Enjoy a box full of specially selected Library Books, along with snacks and other surprises. Return the books and box after 3 weeks, and keep everything else. Sign up by filling out form here before the first of each month. For grades 7-12.
Adult Programs
- Friends of the Library meeting Saturday 10/24 at 9:30 am - Come learn how to help the library and support upcoming programs.
- Collins Crochet now has 2 sessions! Registration required and limited for each.
- Afternoon Wednesday 9/16 at 3 pm
- Evening Thursday 9/24 at 5:30 pm
- Afternoon Wednesday 10/21 at 3 pm
- Evening Thursday 10/29 at 5:30 pm
For any of our programming, if you require accommodation, please contact the library 7 days before the program.
Check out Collins Library on Compact Civics - Rural Libraries
BTPM https://www.pbs.org/video/the-civic-powerhouse-hiding-in-plain-sight-hint-its-the-library-wxbshu/
BTPM YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n4Kw6oYRjb0
Library of Things:
Check out what's available through our catalog!
Our next items selected by our patrons are on their way and will be added to the collection soon!
Check out more than just books! Borrow a metal detector, tennis set, and more! Items must be borrowed from and returned to the Collins Library with an Adult card. Call for more details.
Check out Facebook or YouTube Library of Things as we demo many of our items.
What's next? We're working on new ideas!
Chromebook and Wi-Fi Hotspot Lending
New!
Come check out a Chromebook and Wi-Fi hotspot to for free internet from home!
Request it with your Library Card and PIN through the catalog.
Check out period is 1 week, you can connect the Chromebook or your home devices to the hotspot. Children 16 and younger need internet permission on their library card and a waiver signed by a parent or guardian. Call for more details. Must be picked up from and returned to owning library.
Sports Equipment Lending Program:
Now you can check out sports equipment through the Library!
We have kids sized lacrosse and basketball kits available for check out, free with a library card. (Best for ages 5+)
Sponsored by the Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Foundation, and winner if the 2021 Penguin Random House Library award for Innovation.
*Parent or guardian must sign a waiver and be present the first time equipment is borrowed. Equipment must be borrowed from and returned to our library. Equipment available for individuals, groups, and camps.
More info available here:
Snowshoe Kit Soccer Kit
Badminton Kit
Check out our YouTube Page for programs
The Friends of the Collins Library are always looking for new members! Ask for an application in the library!