Material donations are being accepted during regular business hours.
Curbside service is still available. Please call 716-773-7124 during open hours for more information.
Please visit www.buffalolib.org for continued library system updates.
LIBRARY HOURS:
Monday CLOSED
Tuesday 9:30am-8:00pm
Wednesday 9:30am-8:00pm
Thursday 9:30am-8:00pm
Friday 9:30am-5:00pm
Saturday 9:30am-5:00pm
Sunday CLOSED
Lost Treasure of the Atocha - April 2026
Thursday, April 9th 6:30 pm - 7:30 pmWith Theresa Wiater - Hear the tale of treasure hunter Mel Fisher's 16-year pursuit of the Spanish galleon Nuestra Senora de Atocha, lost in a 1622 hurricane off Key West with over $400 million in treasures. Mel faced personal losses during his search and ultimately took his fight for the treasure's ownership to the U.S. Supreme Court after its discovery. Registration is required. Please call 716-773-7124 Funding for this program provided by Island United Presbyterian Church
Buffalo's First Ladies - April 2026
Tuesday, April 7th from 6:00 pm - 7:00 pmBuffalo is proud to claim two presidents – Millard Fillmore and Grover Cleveland. As we’ve heard many times, behind every great man there’s a great woman and Buffalo’s First Ladies Abigail Powers Fillmore and Frances Folsom Cleveland are no exceptions. Registration is required. Please call 716-773-7124. Funding for this program provided by Island United Presbyterian Church.
Spotting & Avoiding Scams - March 2026
Tuesday, March 31st from 6:00 pm - 7:30 pmPresenter: Grand Island resident and cybersecurity expert Dr. Fred Claus. Recognize common scam tactics: phone scams, email phishing, tech support fraud, and romance scams. Understand why seniors are targeted and the psychological tactics scammers use. Learn protective actions to take if you suspect a scam. Know where to report scams and seek help. Develop daily habits to reduce vulnerability to fraud. Registration is required. Please call 716-773-7124.
Considering Home Ownership - March 2026
Wednesday, March 25th from 3:15 pm - 4:15 pmJoin us for an informative M&T Bank Money Mentor Workshop. The path to homeownership can be daunting. Visit with representatives from your local M&T Bank who can provide you with information to help make your dream home a reality! Registration is required. Please call 716-773-7124.
Radium Girls - March 2026
Wednesday, March 11th from 6:30 pm - 7:30 pmJoin us for Theresa Wiater's informative program about the women who painted glow-in-the-dark radium on airplane dials, wristwatches, and gauges. While these women were grateful for good wages, many mysteriously died, raising questions about their work conditions. Registration is required. Call 716-773-7124. Funding for this program provided by Island United Presbyterian Church.
Evening Book Club - February 2026
Meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 6:00 pm.br> All are welcome. Physical copies of the books will be available to borrow. Call the library at 716-773-7124 for more information.03/10/2026 The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman
04/14/2026 Water for Elephants by Sara Gruen
Afternoon Book Club - February 2026
Meets on the 4th Wednesday of each month from 1:00 - 3:00 pm.All are welcome. Physical copies of the books will be available to borrow. Call the library at 716-773-7124 for more information.
03/25/2026 Everything is Tuberculosis by John Green
04/29/2026 There Are Rivers in the Sky by Elif Shafak
Book a Technology Trainer - February 2026
Sessions are available: Saturday, February 28th Saturday, March 28th Saturday, April 21st between 11:00am and 5:00pm.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. Register for a 45-minute, one-on-one, session with a Tech Trainer by calling 716-773-7124.
Gabby's Dollhouse Treat Workshop - February 2026
Saturday, February 21st from 1:00pm - 2:00pm.Ages 4-8 with a caregiver Join the Storybook Cook to create your very own cute & delicious kitty-themed treats! Registration is required and begins January 21st.
Preschool Story Time - February 2026
Tuesday, February 17th from 10:00 am - 10:30 am.Please join Miss Stefanie for stories, songs, dancing, and silliness. For ages 2-5 with parent or caregiver. Registration is required and has begun. Please call 716-773-7124.
Itty Bitty Story Time - February 2026
Thursday, February 19th from 10:00 am - 10:30 am.For ages 0-2 with a caregiver. Join Miss Stefanie for stories and music. Registration is required and has begun. Please call 716-773-7124.
Sprouts with Miss Melissa - February 2026
Tuesday, March 10th, from 10:00am - 10:30am.Join Ms. Melissa in helping your little one learn & grow through music! Ages 0 to 5 with caregiver Registration is required. Stop in or call 716-773-7124 to register.
Read to a Dog - February 2026
Saturdays, from 1:00pm - 3:00 pm.February 14th - Registration begins January 10th
March 14th - Registration begins February 14th
April 11th - Registration begins March 14th
May 9th - Registration begins April 11th
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! Open to all ages. Registration is required. Stop in or call 716-773-7124 to register.
LEGO Club - January 2026
Saturdays, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pmFebruary 7th - Registration begins January 3rd
March 7th - Registration begins February 7th
April 4th - Registration begins March 7th
May 2nd - Registration begins April 4th
Ages 4 to 12 Join us each month for a LEGO free build. The LEGOs are provided, just bring your imagination! Stop in or call 716-773-7124 to register.
Bookish Roses with Marney - January 2026
Wednesday, February 25th from 6:30pm - 7:30pm.Join our host, Marney Klein, for another fun adult (18+) craft program and learn how to create stunning paper roses from book pages. All supplies will be provided. Reserve your spot today by calling 716-773-7124 and let your imagination blossom!
Gnome Painting Workshop - January 2026
Thursday, January 29th from 6:30pm - 7:30pm.Join our host, Marney Klein, for a fun adult (18+) craft class and take home your own gnome! All supplies will be provided. Attendance is limited so please register early by calling 716-773-7124 or stopping at the desk.
Mario Party Night - January 2026
Tuesday, January 27th from 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm.Join us to play some Mario Party at the Library! Pizza and snacks will be provided. Ages 12-16 Limited Spots, registration required. Call 716-773-7124.
Evening Book Club - January 2026
2nd Tuesday of each month at 6:00 p.m.All are welcome. Physical copies of the books will be available to borrow. Call the library at 716-773-7124 for more information. • 1/13/26 Horse by Geraldine Brooks
• 2/10/26 James by Percival Everett
• 03/10/2026 The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman
Afternoon Book Club - January 2026
Wednesday, February 25,2026 at 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. - Colored Television by Danzy Senna.All are welcome. Physical copies of the books will be available to borrow. Call the library at 716-773-7124 for more information.
Wednesday, January 28 at 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
All are welcome. Physical copies of the books will be available to borrow. Call the library at 716-773-7124 for more information. 1/28/2026 The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon.
Family Secrets - Local Author - January 2026
Saturday, January 24 at 1:00 pmJoin Grand Island natives and authors Alexis & Alison Cino for a story time! Their book, Family of Secrets, is an inviting introduction to body safety for our youngest friends, told in an age-appropriate & thoughtful way. The authors will be doing a reading then crafts! Ages 4 to 8 with a caregiver. Registration is required and begins December 19.
Sprouts with Miss Melissa - January 2026
Tuesday, January 20th, 11:30 am - NoonJoin Ms. Melissa in helping your little one learn & grow through music! Ages 0 to 5 with caregiver Registration is required and begins December 16. Stop in or call 716-773-7124 to register.
Pulitzer Photos & Stories Part 2 - January 2025
Wednesday, January 7th, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm.Learn the stories behind twenty more iconic photos as Theresa Wiater returns to discuss Part II of her program. Registration is required. Please call 716-773-7124.
