Elma Public Library

Elma Public Library
Library Info

1860 Bowen Rd.
Elma, NY 14059
United States

716-652-2719
Fax: 716-652-0381
Stephanie Molnar, Director

Located on the corner of Bowen and Rice Roads, east of Route 400. Wheelchair accessible. Parking lot and book drop available.

Public Access Computers: 14 computers, networked, including 3 laptops, printing 10¢ per B&W page, 25¢ per color page, flatbed scanner, Microsoft Office Applications, Internet Access, Misc. "What can I do at a Public Access Computer?"

Wi-fi available.

Meeting Room, capacity 60. Copy machine, copies 15 cents each.  Download PDF of Meeting Room Policy & Application

What's Special About the Elma Library

Local History Collection

Check out our new...Library of Things image

You'll now be able to borrow a variety of non-traditional materials from the Elma Public Library!  We have a GoPro camera, a portable record player, musical instruments, robots, and more!  Download PDF with Full List. 

Elma Public Library Policies

System-Wide Policies

The Elma Public Library is a member of the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library System.

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    What's new in the library?

    • Family Storytime - Choose one of three meeting times: Tuesdays, Thursdays or Fridays from March 4th to April 11th at 10:30 AM. For ages birth to 5 years old. This is a 6-week session. Treat your kids to some songs and stories! Children must bring an adult lap to sit on. Please register by calling 716-652-2719.

    • Adult Chair Yoga - Mondays, March 10th, 17th, 24th & 31st at 1 PM. Yoga in a chair?! Yes! You don’t need to get down on the floor to experience the benefits of yoga. This class will include both seated postures and standing postures that use a chair for support. All fitness levels are welcome. A yoga mat to place under the chair is recommended. Please register by calling 716-652-2719.

    • Mock-Tail Craft Night - Monday, March 24th at 6:30 PM. Join us while we try rustic twig frames and painting! Teens bring your adults, adults bring your teens for mocktails and a craft. Please register by calling 716-652-2719. 

    • Elma Cooks! Cookbook Club - Wednesday, March 26th at 6 PM. Join us for our cookbook club! Meet fellow foodies, cookbook enthusiasts and wonderful people who will enrich your culinary interests. This month's cookbook is “Seriously, So Good” by Carissa Stanton. Browse the book and sign up at the front desk.

    • Family Storytime - Choose one of three meeting times: Tuesdays, Thursdays or Fridays from April 1st to April 11th at 10:30 AM. For ages birth to 5 years old. This is a 6-week session. Treat your kids to some songs and stories! Children must bring an adult lap to sit on. Please register by calling 716-652-2719.

    • Toddler Dance Class - Friday, April 4th at 10:30 AM. Join us for a creative movement, musicality, dance, fitness and tumbling class with Miss Stacey. For ages 18 months to 3 years. Please register by calling 716-652-2719.

    • Family Movie Matinee - Saturday, March 22nd at 1 PM. Join us for a free viewing of the new family film “Moana 2“ at the Elma Public Library! We'll have free popcorn and snacks! Rated PG. No need to register.

    • Kids Cooking - Monday, April 7th at 6 PM. We will be making trail mix, playing a game and reading a story! For kids in grades 1-5. Please register by calling 716-652-2719. 

    • K-3 Storytime and Craft - Wednesday, April 9th at 6:30 PM. Enjoy a silly bunny themed story and then craft your own silly sock bunny! Stories, Crafts, and Games for Children in Grades K-3. Please register by calling 716-652-2719.

    • Lego Club - Saturday, April 12th at 1 PM. For ages all ages. Join us for some Lego-building fun and a visit with our reading dog named Paddy! We provide the Legos, and you build! Please call 716-652-2719 to register.

    • Book Club - Wednesday, April 16th at 6:30 PM. The month's book selection is “The Tattooist of Auschwitz” by Heather Morris. Stop by the library to pick up a copy of the book. All are welcome.

    • Butter Lamb Workshop - Saturday, April 19th at 11 AM (Adults Only) and 12 PM (Teens 13+ & Adults). Learn how to make traditional butter lambs, and take your own butter lamb sculpture home with you to furnish your Easter table! All supplies will be provided. Please register for ONE of two sessions by calling 716-652-2719.

    • Mock-Tail Craft Night - Monday, April 21st at 6 PM. Join us while we try to make some paper beads! Teens bring your adults, adults bring your teens for mocktails and a craft. Please register by calling 716-652-2719. 

    • Book Sale - Thursday, April 24th to Saturday, April 26th during open hours in our meeting room. We'll have a selection of adult & children's books for sale, as well as movies and music! Stop in and check it out!

    • Elma Cooks! Cookbook Club - Wednesday, April 30th at 6 PM. Join us for our cookbook club! Meet fellow foodies, cookbook enthusiasts and wonderful people who will enrich your culinary interests. This month's cookbook is “Dinner at Our Place” by Shiza Shahid. Browse the book and sign up at the front desk.

    Individuals in need of an accommodation for any program listed above may contact the ADA Coordinator at access@buffalolib.org within 7 days of a program.