Kenmore Branch

Weekly Drop in Programs for Kids and Families

No registration required, just stop by and have some fun!

Individuals in need of an accommodation may contact the ADA coordinator at access@buffalolib.org within 7 days of program.

Tuesdays 4:00 - 6:00 PM - STEM Toys. Explore and learn with a wide variety of building and electronics based toys. Perfect for curious minds! Recommended for ages 5-16
Wednesday 5:00 - 7 PM - Button Making. Get creative and make your own personalized button magnet or keychain. Great for all ages.
Saturdays All Day - Board Games. Unplug and unwind. Bring friends and family for a day of board game fun. We offer a large selection of games for every age group.
Everyday- Brick Boxes to Go! Can't make it to (or wait for) our next Lego Club? Then check out a box of bricks and a baseplate, create your build and bring it back to display. Recommended for ages 6-14.

Monthly Programs for Kids and Families

Individuals in need of an accommodation may contact the ADA coordinator at access@buffalolib.org within 7 days of program.

First Saturday of the Month 10:00 AM : Crafterday. Join us for a monthly seasonally inspired craft project. Recommended for ages 5-12, but younger kids are welcome with caregiver assistance and older kids if they are interested. Registration is required.

Upcoming Crafterday programs

January 4 -Newspaper Penguins
February 1
March 1
April 5
May 3
June 7
July (no program in July)
August 2
September 6
October 4
November 1
December 7

Second Saturday of the Month 11:00 AM : Lego Club. Build a Lego Creation and have it displayed in the Library! Recommended for ages 6-12. No registration required. Can't make it to Lego Club? Ask for a Bricks to Go kit, where you can check out a container of bricks and a baseplate to create at home and bring back to be displayed.

Upcoming Lego Club Dates

December 14

Seasonal Story Time Sessions

Enjoy an interactive story time with engaging stories, songs, and a fun craft. Offered Seasonally for different age groups and times. Registration is required and spots can fill up quickly so save the date for when the next session's sign ups begin!

Our next series of Story Time Sessions will be held from the third week in January through the last week in February 2025

Registrations for all story times open on Monday December 16 at 9:30 AM

Register by phone 716-873-2842, or in person at the library.

Individuals in need of an accommodation may contact the ADA coordinator at access@buffalolib.org within 7 days of program.

Preschool Story Time (ages 3-5)

Tuesdays at 10:30 AM January 14 - February 25

Join us for a fun-filled story time featuring engaging stories, finger plays, and lively songs. Designed for kids age 3-5. Registration required.

Family Story Time (ages 5 and under)

Wednesdays at 6:30 PM January 15 - February 26

Bring the whole family for an evening of stories, songs, and crafts! Perfect for ages up to 5. Registration required.

Toddler Time for Two's

Thursdays at 10:00 AM or 11:00 AM January 16 - February 27

Join us for a delightful session designed just for our TWO-RRIFIC friends! This engaging story time features singing, laughing, reading and playful activities tailored for toddlers. Registration Required.

Special Story Time Events

Register for a stand alone story time featuring some favorite themes!

Bed Time!

Wednesday, December 18 at 6:30 PM

Wear your pajamas and join us for stories, songs, and a craft all about bed time! For kids ages 2-5. Registration required.

Special Kids Events

Winter Break Book Bags for grades 5-12 (Registrations are now closed, bag pickups start on December 19)

Registered participants can pick up your bags starting Thursday, December 19, 2024.

Card Creation Station

Monday December 16 through Monday December 23

Our popular card making station returns for the Holidays! Express your feelings with a handmade greeting! This is a drop in program with supplies geared toward younger children, but all ages are welcome!

Noon Year's Eve Celebration

Monday December 30 at 10:30 AM

Join us on the library floor for a fun, family-friendly celebration to ring in the New Year- without staying up late! Enjoy crafts, music, snack, and a dance party as we count down to NOON. This event is open to all ages, registration required.

Stuffie Sleepover at the Library

Drop off for stuffed friends: Friday, January 10 by 3:00 PM

Pickup Party: Saturday, January 11 at 1:00 PM

Children ages 5 and under are invited to drop off their stuffed animals of dolls for a special sleepover at the Kenmore Library!

Drop off Details: Stuffed animals must be dropped off at the Kenmore Library by 3:00 PM on Friday January 10 to prepare for their overnight adventure.

Pickup Party: Families are invited to return on Saturday, January 11 at 1:00 PM for the Pickup Party, where they'll be reunited with their stuffed friends and enjoy an fun slide show of all the silly adventures the stuffies has while at the library. Registration required

Programs for Teens and Adults

Mondays 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM - Knit and Crochet Club.

Get together with friends to knit, crochet, or work on your other crafty projects!

No registration required. Please note: This is not a class , so make sure to bring your own yarn and projects.

Various days and times- Computer Coaches. Get one on one assistance with your tech issues. Service is based on volunteer availability, it is advised that you contact the branch beforehand in case there are changes to our current schedule.

Current Coach Schedules

Tuesdays 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM and 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Wednesdays 10:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Thursdays 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Interested in becoming a computer coach volunteer? Fill out an application and send to knm@buffalolib.org with "Computer Coach Volunteer application" in the subject line

First and Third Tuesday of the Month - Resume Helper (starts in 2025)

Get one on one help with editing, typing, and setting up your professional resume and/or cover letter. Great for job seekers of all professions. Whether you're just looking got some advice on how to improve your current resume or need to start from scratch, we encourage you to take advantage of this great new service. No registration is necessary, participants will be assisted in the order they arrive.

Please note: This is a volunteer based program and subject to volunteer availability. Please call ahead for details.

hand stamping paper Wednesdays 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM & Fridays 12:30 - 2:00 PM

Notary Public Service. A notary public volunteer will be available during these times. No appointment is necessary and walk-ins are welcome.

Special Events

Holiday Wrapping Exchange

Monday December 16 through Monday December 23

Got extra holiday gift wrap, ribbons, bows, or cards? Looking to refresh your collection with something new? Join us for our first-ever wrapping paper exchange.

Donations of gently used holiday supplies (open rolls of wrapping paper, ribbons, bows or card packs) can be dropped off starting Sunday, December 1 during library hours. Then browse and pick up items starting Monday December 16 while supplies last.

Protect Yourself from Identity Theft

Thursday, January 16 at 6:30 PM

Do you know the common scams that fraudsters are using to target people like you? In an informative workshop, an M&T Bank professional will help you:

Learn how to identify the signs of identity theft and fraud
Identify strategies to protect yourself from identity theft and fraud
Learn how to protect your data using safe habits

Registration preferred.

Small Business Seminar

Saturday, January 18 from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Thinking of starting your own business? Join Laura from LDS Consulting, a QuickBooks Online ProAdvisor as she shares expert tips on:

How to launch your own business
How to connect with your customers
How to create invoices, process payments, and manage bills

Get valuable insights from an experienced professional!

Online: www.LDS-Consulting.com
Call: 716-628-9015
Or stop by the library to sign up

Narcan Training

Saturday, January 18 at 2:00 PM

Are you prepared to respond to an overdose? Join our in-person Narcan training session to gain the skills and knowledge necessary to save lives during an opioid overdose.

What you'll learn:

Erie County specific data on opioid overdoses
How to recognize the signs of an opioid overdose
Steps to administer Narcan (naloxone)
Legal protections for those who assist in an overdose situation (Good Samaritan Law)

How to register

Visit : https://www3.erie.gov/health/form/ecodoh-naloxone-trainings
Call: 716-858-7695
Email: narcan.training@erie.gov

Craft Supply Swap

Saturday, January 25 from 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Do you have craft supplies you don't use? Do you need craft supplies you don't have? Come to the Kenmore Library's first ever craft supply swap! Items can be dropped off during the library's open hours starting on January 13 until the day of the event. Leftover supplies will be donated to Stitch Buffalo. No registration required.

Kenmore Library Book Club

Join Mary on the third Tuesday of each month at 6:30 pm for a monthly book discussion. Email knm@buffalolib.org or call the library at 716-873-2842 during open hours for information about getting a copy of the book to be discussed. Individuals in need of an accommodation may contact the ADA coordinator at access@buffalolib.org within 7 days of program.

Upcoming Book Club Discussions: