West Seneca Public Library

West Seneca Public Library
Library Info

1300 Union Rd.
West Seneca, NY 14224
United States

716-674-2928
Fax: 716-674-9206
Robert Alessi, Director
 

Located within the West Seneca Community Center & Library found in Centennial Park, one half mile north of the Southgate Plaza, next to Town Hall. 

Wheelchair accessible.  Parking lot available.
Meeting Rooms.
Study Rooms.

Copy machine: 15 cents each for black & white, 30 cents for color for 8 1/2 x 11 sheet. 

Fax machine: 

Fax or scan using a Prepaid Card-
USA, Canada & Caribbean : $1.75 for the first page, $1.00 for each additional page.  Internationally: $3.75 for the first page, $6.75 for 2 pages, and $10.75 for up to 3 pages.

Fax or scan using Credit/Debit-
USA, Canada & Caribbean : $1.75 for the first page, $1.00 for each additional page.  Internationally: $3.95 for the first page, $3.45 for each additional page.

Public Access Computers with Internet, printers (including Mobile Printing) (10 cents black & white, 25 cents color), and three scanners.

Laptops are available for checkout to use within the library with a valid library card.

Sit-down, full-color, auto-focus video magnifier unit available for public use in the library (16 levels of magnification).

Social Media
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/buffalolibrary.westseneca

 

https://smile.amazon.com/ch/16-6008113

Community Resources

Town of West Seneca
http://www.westseneca.net/

West Seneca Schools
http://www.wscschools.org/

West Seneca Historical Society
http://www.westsenecahistory.com/

Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteer Policy (pdf)

Individuals interested in volunteering at the B&ECPL must fill out a Volunteer Application (pdf) and a Volunteer Liability Waiver and Release form (pdf).  Volunteers under the age of 17 will be designated as Junior Volunteers and must have parental approval to volunteer. 

Volunteers will be accepted based on the library’s project and programmatic needs matched with the individuals’ qualifications/interests as determined during the selection process.  The library may not accept every volunteer application.  A background check and/or reference checking may be required before any volunteer can begin an assignment.

Community Room Reservation Requests

Library Meeting Room Policy (pdf)

Community Room Reservation Requests are made online via a link on the Town of West Seneca web site .  West Seneca Public Library events and certain Town of West Seneca meeting functions receive priority for scheduling purposes.

Beyond these West Seneca Public Library or Town events, the Community Room is intended for use for free public events, workshops, educational classes and meetings.  Documentation naming the Town of West Seneca as additional insured during a meeting/event will be required.  

A representative of the West Seneca Public Library or Town of West Seneca will respond to the online Community Room Reservation Request as soon as possible.

Study Rooms

Study Room Policy (pdf)

The West Seneca Public Library features 5 study rooms available for use during regular library hours.  The rooms are intended for informal individual or small group use and are not to be used for commercial purposes.  Rooms may be booked for up to 2 hours per day.  For more information or to book a time slot, please stop by the library or call us at 674-2928.

West Seneca Public Library Policies

System-Wide Policies

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

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    Upcoming Events

    The West Seneca Public Library hours are as follows:

    Mon 9am-8pm

    Tues 9am-8pm

    Wed 9am-5pm

    Thurs 9am-8pm

    Fri 9am-5pm

    Sat 10am-4pm

    Eating is not permitted but beverages with lids are welcome.

    If you are feeling unwell, please visit us another time. You can always visit the library virtually for ebooks, databases, music downloads and more at www.buffalolib.org

    We are still offering curbside service!  Please call ahead to request materials and/or schedule a pickup.  For more information, please call the library at (716) 674-2928.

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

    January 2025- JANUARY REGISTRATION OPENS FRIDAY, DECEMBER 13TH

    • Knitting & Crochet Circle (pdf)-  Mondays from 1:30-3:30 PM (in-person program).  Space will be limited.
    • Kids Craft: Boat Craft (pdf)- Kids ages 5-12 can join Miss Emily for a fun boat craft on Tuesday, January 7th at 5pm. Space will be limited and registration is required. Please call 716-674-2928 or visit the library to register or for more information.
    • Fuse Beads (pdf)- Thursday, January 9th from 5pm-6:30pm. Choose a design and create your own decorations with Perler Beads! Recommended for Ages 6+. Children under 6 years old must be attended by an adult.  All materials will be provided by the library.  Space will be limited and registration is required. To register, please visit the library or call 716-674-2928.
    • Lego Club (pdf)-  Saturday, January 11th at 11am-12:30pm and Tuesday, January 28th from 5PM-6:30PM (where we'll be celebrating National LEGO Day!).  For ages 5 to 12. Free build with single-person Lego bins and selectable mini figures. Space will be limited and registration is required. Please call 716-674-2928 or visit the library to register or for more information.
    • Independent Preschool Story Time Ten Week Session (pdf)- Preschoolers (ages 3 1/2 to 5) can join Miss Emily for a 10-week parent-free Preschool Story Time at 6pm, starting on Tuesday, January 14th and 21st; February 11th, 18th, and 25th; March 18th and 25th; and April 1st, 15th, and 22nd. If you sign up, it is for all ten sessions! Space will be limited. Registering signs you up for every session for that time period- call the Library to register at 716-674-2928, or stop in to sign up.
    • Baby & Me Twelve Week Session (pdf)- You and your baby (ages 0-24 months) can join Miss Emily for Baby & Me! Wednesdays at 9:30am or 10:30am on January 15th, 22nd, and 29th; February 5th, 12th, 19th, and 26th; March 19th and 26th; and April 2nd, 9th, and 16th! If you sign up, it is for all twelve sessions! This program will take place in the library's Community Room. Space will be limited. Registering signs you up for every session for that time period- call the Library to register at 716-674-2928, or stop in to sign up.
    • Book a Technology Trainer (pdf)- Need computer assistance?  We can help!  These free 45 minutes sessions are designed to assist with software support or Internet training. Our next sessions will take place on Tuesday, January 14th between 10am and 4pm. Topics include training on the Microsoft Office suite and even how to download books onto your tablet or phone. Sessions are on the hour, and registration is required by calling 716-674-2928 or stopping by the West Seneca Public Library information desk.
    • Family Story Time with the WNY Federal Credit Union (pdf)- Families with kids of all ages are welcome to join us at a Family Story Time on Saturday, January 16th at 6pm. This story time will be presented by the Western New York Federal Credit Union! Space will be limited. Registration is required- call the Library to register at 716-674-2928, or stop in to sign up.
    • DogMan Party (pdf)- Kids ages 5-12 can join us for a super fun DogMan Party! The party will take place on Saturday, January 18th at 2pm. Space will be limited and registration is required. Please call 716-674-2928 or visit the library to register or for more information.
    • Painting for Fun for Adults with the West Seneca Art Society (pdf)- Adults ages 17+ can join the Art Society for a fun painting program! This program takes place on Tuesday, January 21st at 5:30pm. All materials will be provided by the Art Society. Space will be limited and registration is required. To register, please visit the library or call 716-674-2928. 
    • Teen Escape Room (pdf)- Teens ages 11-17 can come to the library for a fun winter-themed escape room! The escape room will take place on Thursday, January 23rd with sessions available at 5pm and 6pm. Space will be limited and registration is required. Please call 716-674-2928 or visit the library to register or for more information.
    • Painting for Fun for Teens with the West Seneca Art Society (pdf)- Teens ages 12-17 can join the Art Society for a fun painting program! This program takes place on Saturday, January 25th at 11am. All materials will be provided by the Art Society. Space will be limited and registration is required. To register, please visit the library or call 716-674-2928.
    • Seed Swap 2025 (pdf)- Do you have extra seeds? Oldies but goodies? Bring garden seeds that you would like to share or trade with others for FREE to the West Seneca Library! The Seed Swap will take place on Saturday, January 25th from 1:30-3:30pm in the Community Room. It's okay if you don't have any seeds to swap this year- help yourself to plenty of free leftovers! This event is sponsored by the Friends of the West Seneca Public Library!
    • West Seneca Public Library Book Club (pdf)- Monday, January 27th at 6:30 PM. Discussing The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern. Event takes place in the Makerspace.  For more information please contact the West Seneca Public Library at 716-674-2928.  Space will be limited. No food or drink is permitted.
    • Toddler Time Twelve Week Session (pdf)- Toddlers (ages 2 to 3 1/2) can join us with their parent or guardian on Thursdays at 10am or 11am on January 30th; February 6th, 13th, 20th, and 27th; March 20th and 27th; April 3rd, 10th, 17th, and 24th; and May 1st for Toddler Time! If you sign up, it is for all twelve sessions! Space will be limited. Registering signs you up for every session for that time period- call the Library to register at 716-674-2928, or stop in to sign up.
    • Author Talk: Lissa Marie Redmond (pdf)- Join local author Lissa Marie Redmond at the West Seneca Public Library on Thursday, January 30th at 6:30pm for an interesting and engaging author talk in the Community Room. Space will be limited and registration is required. To register, please visit the library or call 716-674-2928.

    February 2025- FEBRUARY REGISTRATION OPENS FRIDAY, JANUARY 10TH

    • Knitting & Crochet Circle (pdf)-  Mondays from 1:30-3:30 PM (in-person program).  Space will be limited.
    • Local Author Visit: Melissa Rotert (pdf)- Join kids author Melissa Rotert on Saturday, February 1st at 1:30pm as she takes you through a fun workshop in exploring story inspiration through dreams! This workshop is for kids ages 6-12. Space will be limited and registration is required. To register, please visit the library or call 716-674-2928.
    • Baby Rave (pdf)- Miss Emily will be hosing a baby rave in the community room on Monday, February 3rd at 6pm! This baby-friendly rave is for those ages 0-24 months and their caregivers. Baby raves teach young children about music and movement through a fun interactive experience! Space will be limited and registration is required. To register, please visit the library or call 716-674-2928.
    • Baby & Me Twelve Week Session (pdf)- You and your baby (ages 0-24 months) can join Miss Emily for Baby & Me! Wednesdays at 9:30am or 10:30am on January 15th, 22nd, and 29th; February 5th, 12th, 19th, and 26th; March 19th and 26th; and April 2nd, 9th, and 16th! If you sign up, it is for all twelve sessions! This program will take place in the library's Community Room. Space will be limited. Registering signs you up for every session for that time period- call the Library to register at 716-674-2928, or stop in to sign up.
    • Toddler Time Twelve Week Session (pdf)- Toddlers (ages 2 to 3 1/2) can join us with their parent or guardian on Thursdays at 10am or 11am on January 30th; February 6th, 13th, 20th, and 27th; March 20th and 27th; April 3rd, 10th, 17th, and 24th; and May 1st for Toddler Time! If you sign up, it is for all twelve sessions! Space will be limited. Registering signs you up for every session for that time period- call the Library to register at 716-674-2928, or stop in to sign up.
    • Lego Club (pdf)- Saturday, February 8th and February 22nd from 11AM-12:30 PM.  For ages 5 to 12. Free build with single-person Lego bins and selectable mini figures. Space will be limited and registration is required. Please call 716-674-2928 or visit the library for more information.
    • Author Talk: Lisa Chrapowicz- Come join us for an author talk with Lisa Chrapowicz on Saturday, February 8th at 1pm in the community room. Everyone is welcome to attend, but the program will mostly be geared towards ages 3-5. Space will be limited and registration is required. Please call 716-674-2928 or stop by the library to register!
    • Kids Craft: Valentine Dino (pdf)- Kids ages 5-12 can join Miss Emily for a fun dinosaur-themed Valentine's craft on Monday, February 10th at 5pm. Space will be limited and registration is required. Please call 716-674-2928 or visit the library for more information.
    • Independent Preschool Story Time Ten Week Session (pdf)- Preschoolers (ages 3 1/2 to 5) can join Miss Emily for a 10-week parent-free Preschool Story Time at 6pm, starting on Tuesday, January 14th and 21st; February 11th, 18th, and 25th; March 18th and 25th; and April 1st, 15th, and 22nd. If you sign up, it is for all ten sessions! Space will be limited. Registering signs you up for every session for that time period- call the Library to register at 716-674-2928, or stop in to sign up.
    • Fuse Beads (pdf)- Thursday, February 13th from 5pm-6:30pm. Choose a design and create your own decorations with Perler Beads! Recommended for Ages 6+. Children under 6 years old must be attended by an adult.  All materials will be provided by the library.  Space will be limited and registration is required. To register, please visit the library or call 716-674-2928.
    • Teen STEM: Rollercoasters- Teens ages 11-17 can join us in the MakerSpace for a cool hands-on rollercoaster STEM project! This program takes place on Thursday, February 20th at 5:30pm. Space will be limited and registration is required. To register, please visit the library or call 716-674-2928.
    • Life-Size Candy Land (pdf)- You and your family can join us for a fun life-size Candy Land game on Friday, February 21st, with slots available between 11am and 3:45pm! Space will be limited and registration is required. To register, please visit the library or call 716-674-2928.
    • West Seneca Public Library Book Club (pdf)-  Monday, February 24th at 6:30 PM. Discussing The Last Thing He Told Me by Laura Dave. Event takes place in the Makerspace.  For more information please contact the West Seneca Public Library at 716-674-2928.  Space will be limited. No food or drink is permitted.
    • Author Talk: Creating Reading Rainbow (pdf)- Authors Barbara Irwin, Tony Buttino Sr. (long-time West Seneca resident), and Pam Johnson will be giving a talk on their book Creating Reading Rainbow, on Thursday, February 27th at 6:30pm. Space will be limited and registration is required. Please call 716-674-2928 or stop by the library to register or for more information.

    Library of Things

    The West Seneca Public Library has a small collection of "things" other than books, DVDs, and CDs, that can be checked out at the desk. These items must be checked out and returned at the West Seneca Public Library's circulation desk. For a list of the things available to checkout, please see the following link! West Seneca Public Library's Library of Things

     

    Friends of the West Seneca Public Library

    The Friends of the West Seneca Public Library are community members with an interest in supporting the services offered by the library. The Friends also provide funding for books, programs and supplies for children and adults.  

    The Friends have an ongoing fundraiser!  Purchase a personalized, hand-carved wooden book which will be displayed in the library over the fireplace!  Full details here (pdf).

    Next meeting: The next Friends meeting will take place on Thursday, March 13th at 6:30pm in the West Seneca Public Library's Makerspace.

     

    West Seneca School Yearbook Collection

    The West Seneca Public Library now has several West Seneca school yearbooks (pdf) available for in-library use.  A list of the volumes included in the collection (along with volumes that we do not yet have) can be found via the link above.

    A special thank you to the West Seneca Central School District and the West Seneca West Alumni for their generous efforts in helping to assemble this collection of yearbooks!