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Library News - 2021
We are currently accepting material donations.
Please drop off your donations any time the library is open.
Monetary donations are always accepted...thank you for supporting your library!
Curbside service is still available. Please call 773-7124 during open hours for more information.
Library SUMMER Hours
**Begin on Tuesday, May 30**
Monday: 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tuesday: 9:30 am - 8:00 pm
Wednesday: 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thursday: 9:30 am - 8:00 pm
Friday: 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday: CLOSED
Sunday: CLOSED
The first closed Saturday will be June 3rd.
Itty Bitty Story Time - June 2023
Thursdays, 10:00 am - 10:30 amJuly 6, 13, 20, 27, August 3, 10 **Registration begins June 7** Join Miss Carly for a baby & toddler story time filled with stories, songs, and fun activities geared towards our littlest friends! Ages 0-2 years, with a caregiver. Registration is required. Please call 716-773-7124.
Read to a Dog - June 2023
Mondays, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pmJuly 10, 24 **Registration begins June 13** Pick out a book and practice reading out loud to a good listener at the Grand Island Memorial Library. All our furry friends are therapy dogs certified through the SPCA's Paws for Love Program! Sign up for your personal 20 minute reading session. Registration is required. Please call 716-773-7124.
Preschool Storytime - June 2023
Wednesdays, 10:00 am - 10:45 amJuly 5, 12, 19, 26, August 2, 9 **Registration begins June 7** Join Miss Carly for stories, music, dancing, crafts and MORE! Ages 3 - 5, with or without a caregiver. Registration is required. Please call 716-773-7124.
Feelings Rock - June 2023
Friday, July 7, 10:00 am**Registration begins June 7** Feelings Rock is a fun, interactive music and movement class for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers. Be ready to dance, jump, spin, and more through guided activities! Ages 0 - 5. Registration is required. Please call 716-773-7124.
Touch A Truck - June 2023
Wednesday, July 5, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pmTrucks, trucks & more trucks! Come check out construction, emergency, commercial, and other specialty vehicles. That's not all - there will be a Toy Truck Raffle & Ice Cream social inside the library! Open to all ages. Registration is *not* required.
Kids Can Sew - June 2023
Wednesdays 2:00-4:30 pmFree sewing lessons for ages 6-15. There is a material cost per project or you provide the materials. Limited number of seats for smaller classes. Limited machines provided. You are welcome to bring your own machine. **For more information and to register: Email Dannelle at uniquetimedesigns@gmail.com or call 208-514-9067**
Battle of the Books Sign Up - June 2023
Wednesday, June 21 at 6:00pm - virtual meetingRegistration is required. Please call 716-773-7124. Information on signing in to the virtual meeting will be given upon registration.
Adult Paint Night with Art-Y Time - June 2023
Thursday, June 8 at 6:00pmRegistration is required. Please call 716-773-7124. 18 and over **Alcohol free...but you can bring snacks!**
Historical World Tour Raffle - May 2023
From May 23 through June 30Grab your maps - we are going on a Historical World Tour... Raffle! Enter for a chance to win one of ten travel & history-themed baskets. Open to all ages. Enter as many times as you'd like. Winners will be notified July 3.
Citizen Preparedness Corps - May 2023
Saturday, May 20, 10:30 amWith severe weather events becoming more frequent and more extreme, it is more important than ever that New Yorkers are prepared for disasters. The NY citizen Preparedness Training Program teaches residents to have the tools and resources to prepare for any type of disaster, respond accordingly and recover as quickly as possible to pre-disaster conditions. This training course will provide an introduction to responding to a natural or man-made disaster. Participants will be advised on how to properly prepare for any disaster, including developing a family emergency plan and stocking up on emergency supplies. Each family that attends will receive one Preparedness Kit. This event is brought to you by the Governor in conjunction with the Grand Island Memorial Library and Mark Poloncarz, Erie County Executive. To register and for additional information, visit www.prepare.ny.gov.
Erie County Veteran's Services - May 2023
Saturday, May 20 1:00 pm - 3:00 pmWalk-ins welcome. Do you know what your benefits are? A representative will be on hand to inform veterans, current service members, and their families of the many federal, state and local benefits that they may be eligible for. By veterans, for veterans. www.erie.gov/veterans.
Book a Technology Trainer - May 2023
Thursday, June 1 from 12:00 pm - 6:00 pmRegister for a 45-minute, one-on-one, session with a Tech Trainer. Available topics include: Android Basics, Email, Cloud Services, Internet Basics, iPhone/iPad Basics, Microsoft Office Basics (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), Files and Folders, Simple Digital Editing Online (audio & photos), Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.), Using Google, Windows Basics. Free and open to Library Patrons age 17 & above Registration is required and has begun. Please call 716-773-7124.
Friends of the GI Memorial Library Bag Raffle - April 2023
Runs through May 23Each time you visit the library, present your Friends Membership Card for one entry into the bag raffle. One ticket per card per day. There are 4 different bags to choose from and each includes a $25 gift card to a local restaurant or gift shop, a Friends Bag and new reads! Don't have a Friends membership? Individual memberships are available for $5 at the circulation desk. Winners will be notified May 24th.
GI Memorial Library Book Club - May 2023
Meets monthly on 2nd Tuesdays at 6:00 pm.All are welcome. Physical copies of the books will be available to borrow. Call the library at 716-773-7124 for more information and to reserve a copy. May 9 - They Called Us Enemy by George Takei.
June 13 - The Book of Two Ways by Jodi Picoult
Friends of GI Memorial Library Annual Meeting - April 2023
Tuesday, May 23 at 6:00 pm.Business meeting followed by guest speaker Mary Kate O'Connell, Executive/Artistic Director of O'Connell and Company Productions. **Please RSVP by 5/18/23 at 716-773-7124**Refreshments provided by the Friends.
The Business of Music Workshop - April 2023
Thursday, May 25, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pmAre you in a band? Have you written a song? Do you wonder what's next? Take control of your music career! Learn about copyright, setting up a music business, managing your band and getting paid for your work! Also, learn about H.R. 1551 Orrin B. Hatch - Bob Woodward Music Modernization Act and the future of digital copyright. For music business beginners and those who remember 8-tracks! Led by Buffalo Music Hall of Fame inductees: Ron Walker, Van Taylor, Michael Pennick, with Melissa Kate and Tim Webb. Free. Walk-ins welcome.
Pint-Size Play Group - April 2023
Saturday, April 22 from 10:00 am - 11:30 amYoung children and their caregivers are invited to join us for a morning of free play and socialization. Meet new friends and enjoy the company of other adults! Registration is required and has begun. Please call 716-773-7124 to register.
LEGO Club - April 2023
Saturday, May 6, 1pm - 2pmAges 5-12 Join us each month for a new LEGO Free Build. The LEGOs are provided. Just bring your imagination! Registration is required and begins April 1. Please call 716-773-7124 to register.
Read to a Dog - April 2023
Saturday, May 13, 1pm - 3pmPick out a book and practice reading out loud to a good listener at the Grand Island Memorial Library. All our furry friends are therapy dogs certified through the SPCA's Paws for Love program! Sign up for your personal 20 minute reading session! Registration is required and has begun.
PINT-SIZE PLAY GROUP - March 2023
Saturday, March 25 from 10:00 am - 11:30 amYoung children and their caregivers are invited to join us for a morning of free play and socialization. Meet new friends and enjoy the company of other adults! Registration is required and has begun. Please call 716-773-7124 to register.
READ TO A DOG - April 2023
Saturday, April 8, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pmPick out a book and practice reading out loud to a good listener at the Grand Island Memorial Library. All our furry friends are therapy dogs certified through the SPCA's Paws For Love program! Sign up for your personal 20 minute reading session! Registration is required and begins March 11. Please call 716-773-7124 to register.
LEGO CLUB - April 2023
Saturday, April 1 from 1 pm - 2- pmJoin us each month for a new LEGO Free Build. The LEGOs are provided. Just bring your imagination! Ages 5-12 Registration is required and begins on March 4. Call 716-773-7124 to register.
PRESCHOOL STORYTIME - April 2023
Wednesdays, 10 am - 10:45 am April 5, 26 and May 3. Join Miss Carly for stories, music, dancing, crafts and MORE! Ages 3-5 with or without a caregiver Registration is required and begins March 7. .DONATED BOOK SALE - April 2023
The Friends of the Grand Island Memorial Library Present a Donated Book Sale.Friday, April 14th 5:00 pm-7:00 pm Friends Member Night! Bring your membership card for entrance. Individual Friends memberships will be available at the door for $5.
Saturday, April 15th 10:00 am-3:00 pm General Sale. Fill a bag for $5. Bags will be available. All proceeds to benefit the Grand Island Memorial Library. Material donations are being accepted. Please drop off during open hours.
GRAND ISLAND MEMORIAL LIBRARY BOOK CLUB - April 2023
Meets monthly on 2nd Tuesdays at 6:00 pm.All are welcome. Physical copies of the books will be available to borrow. Call the library at 716-773-7124 for more information and to reserve a copy. April 11 - The Fallen Architect - Charles Belfoure.
MOVIE MATINEE - March 2023
Tuesday, April 4 from 1:00 pm-2:30 pmCome watch Minions: Rise of Gru while enjoying a snack & craft! Ages 5 & up Registration is required and begins March 9. Please call 716-773-7124.
EXPLORE & MORE PRESENTS INVENTION EXCHANGE: SOARING AIRPLANES - March 2023
Thursday, April 6, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pmJoin us as we explore different steps in the invention process to invent & create your very own flying device! Presented by the Explore and More Children's Museum. Ages 5-12 Registration is required and begins March 9. Please call 716-773-7124.
KIDS CAN SEW! - April 2023
Wednesdays - 4/19, 5/17 & 6/21 from 2:00-4:30 pmFree sewing lessons for ages 6-15. There is a material cost per project or you provide the materials. Limited number of seats for smaller classes. Limited machines provided. You are welcome to bring your own. For more information and to register: Email Dannelle at uniquetimedesigns@gmail.com or call 208-514-9067
READING GARDEN COMMITTEE MEETING - March 2023
Thursday, March 2 at 5:00 pmThe next Reading Garden Committee Meeting will be held in the Library's meeting room.
GRAND ISLAND MEMORIAL LIBRARY BOOK CLUB - March 2023
Meets monthly on 2nd Tuesdays at 6:00 pm.All are welcome. Physical copies of the books will be available to borrow. Call the library at 716-773-7124 for more information and to reserve a copy. March 14 - Lessons from the Edge - Marie Yovanovich.
SIX MEALS, ONE ROTISSERIE CHICKEN - March 2023
Thursday, March 30 at 6:30 pmJoin Liz Bauld, The Storybook Cook, for a cooking demo complete with samples and recipes to take home. Registration is required. Please call 716-773-7124.
STEAM KIT RAFFLE - February 2023
Enter to win one of FIFTEEN STEAM KITS- each with a toy, game, or activity AND matching book! Read 1 book for 1 chance to win! Enter as many times as you'd like. Winners will be drawn March 1.READ TO A DOG - February 2023
Saturday, March 11, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pmPick out a book and practice reading out loud to a good listener at the Grand Island Memorial Library. All our furry friends are therapy dogs certified through the SPCA's Paws For Love program! Sign up for your personal 20 minute reading session! Registration is required and begins February 11. Please call 716-773-7124 to register.
KIDS CAN SEW! - February 2023
Wednesdays beginning February 15, from 2:00-4:30 pmFree sewing lessons for ages 6-15. There is a material cost per project or you provide the materials. Limited number of seats for smaller classes. Limited machines provided. You are welcome to bring your own. For more information and to register: Email Dannelle at uniquetimedesigns@gmail.com or call 208-514-9067
PINT-SIZE PLAY GROUP - February 2023
Saturday, February 25, 10:00 am - 11:30 amYoung children and their caregivers are invited to join us for a morning of free play and socialization. Meet new friends and enjoy the company of other adults! Registration is required and begins January 28. Please call 716-773-7124 to register.
MOBILE DOME PLANETARIUM - February 2023
Tuesday, February 21, Session #1: 1:00 pm, Grades K-3 (Ages 5-8); Session #2: 2:00 pm, Grades 4-6 (Ages 9-12).Explore the night sky & learn about astronomy and space in this unique travelling planetarium! Please pay attention to the age limits for each session, as the programs are specifically tailored for each group. Registration is required and begin January 24. Please call 716-773-7124 to register.
SNOWSHOE FUN AT THE LIBRARY - February 2023
Wednesday, February 22 at 11:30 am.Ages 7 and up family event. A limited amount of snowshoes will be available, but please feel free to bring your own. Learn about the history of snowshoeing before venturing outside to try our modern snowshoes! In the event of no snow, we'll go for a walk around the library and learn some neat nature facts. Registration is required and begins January 24. Please call 716-773-7124 to register. **Special thanks to GI Rec. for loaning snowshoes for this program!**
IRON CHEF DESSERTS - February 2023
Thursday, February 23, 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm.Ages 8-17 Ready for a sweet battle? Older kids & teens will duke it out in a fun, fast-paced food competition presented by Liz Bould, the Storybook Cook. Registration is required and begins January 24. Please call 716-773-7124 to register.
GRAND ISLAND MEMORIAL LIBRARY BOOK CLUB - February 2023
Meets monthly on 2nd Tuesdays at 6:00 pm.All are welcome. Physical copies of the books will be available to borrow. Call the library at 716-773-7124 for more information and to reserve a copy. February 14 - Lincoln Highway by Amor Towles
BOOK A TECHNOLOGY TRAINER - February 2023
Saturday, February 4 between 11:00 am and 5:00 pmRegister for a 45-minute, one-on-one, session with a Tech Trainer. Available topics include: Android Basics, Email, Cloud Services, Internet Basics, iPhone/iPad Basics, Microsoft Office Basics (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), Files and Folders, Simple Digital Editing Online (audio & photos), Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.), Using Google, Windows Basics. Registration is required. Please call 716-773-7124.
READ TO A DOG - February 2023
Saturday, February 11, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pmPick out a book and practice reading out loud to a good listener at the Grand Island Memorial Library. All our furry friends are therapy dogs certified through the SPCA's Paws For Love program! Sign up for your personal 20 minute reading session! Registration is required and begins January 14. Please call 716-773-7124 to register.
QUILLING WORKSHOP - February 2023
Thursday, February 9, 2023 at 6:00 pm, Ages 12 and up.Instructor: Anna Vaccaro. Learn the basics of quilling in this interactive workshop. Participants will create a project and get a quilling tool to take home. Registration is required. Please call 716-773-7124.
LEGO CLUB - February 2023
Saturday, February 4 & March 4, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm , Ages 5-12Join us each month for a LEGO Free Build. LEGOs are provided. Just bring your imagination! Registration is required and begins January 7, 2023. Stop in or call 773-7124 to register.
OUTSIDER ART WORKSHOP - January 2023
Saturday, January 21st, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pmAges 12-17 The term 'Outsider Art' refers to art created by people who have not received formal training, but create awesome stuff! The instructor will lead participants through 3 hands on projects which are outside the box and fun! About the instructor: Marsha Mis has a BFA from UB and has worked as an Art Park Artist. She has shared similar projects with WNY Alzheimer's Association groups. Registration is required. Please call 716-773-7124.
FEELINGS ROCK - January 2023
Tuesday, January 17, 10:00 amAges 0-5 with a caregiver Feelings Rock is a fun, interactive music and movement class for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers. Instructors use music to teach developmental skills with an emphasis on social and emotional skills, laying the foundation for a healthy body and mind. Be ready to dance, jump, spin, and more through guided activities! Registration is required and begins December 13. Please call 716-773-7124 to register.
GRAND ISLAND MEMORIAL LIBRARY BOOK CLUB - January 2023
Meets monthly on 2nd Tuesdays at 6:00 pm.All are welcome. Physical copies of the books will be available to borrow. Call the library at 716-773-7124 for more information and to reserve a copy. January 10 - The Personal Librarian by Marie Benedict.
ITTY BITTY STORYTIME - January 2023
Thursdays, 10:00 am -10:30 am, February 9, 16. 23 and March 2Join Miss Carly for a baby & toddler story time filled with stories, songs, and fun activities geared towards our littlest friends! Ages 0-2 with a caregiver Registration is required and begins January 10. Please call the library at 716-773-7124.
PRESCHOOL STORYTIME - January 2023
Wednesdays, 10:00 am - 10:45 am, February 8, 15,22 and March 1Join Miss Carly for stories, music, dancing, crafts and MORE! Ages 3-5 with or without a caregiver Registration is required and begins January 10. Please call the library at 716-773-7124.
Read to a Dog - January 2023
Saturday, January 15, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pmPick out a book and practice reading out loud to a good listener at the Grand Island Memorial Library. All our furry friends are therapy dogs certified through the SPCA's Paws For Love program! Call 773-7124 to sign up for your personal 20 minute reading session! REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Masks are required for individuals 2 & up.
