Eggertsville-Snyder Branch

Eggertsville-Snyder Branch
Library Info

4622 Main St.
Snyder, NY 14226
United States

716-839-0700
Kristi Dougherty, Library Director

Location

In the community of Snyder (within the Town of Amherst) on the north side of Main Street near the corner of Burroughs Drive, two lights east of Harlem Road and two lights west of the I-290 (Youngmann Highway). 

Parking

Driveway to parking lot is on the west side of Burroughs Drive, behind Crossroads Lutheran Church.

Public Access Computers

9 computers, networked (b&w printing and mobile printing 10 cents per page, color 20 cents per page) Microsoft Office Applications 2016, Internet Access, WiFi 

What's Special About the Eggertsville Library

  • RFID technology and self checkout machines.
  • Wheelchair accessible.
  • Main Meeting Room, capacity 37. Second Meeting Room (for small groups). 
  • Copy machine, black & white only, 20¢ per copy
  • Drop box attached to building.
  • Ongoing book sale in hallway. 
  • Play Room, available for children age 6 and under who are accompanied by an adult.

 

Eggertsville-Snyder Branch Policies

System-wide policies

The Eggertsville-Snyder Branch is a member of the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library System.

  • Eggertsville-Snyder Branch

    2025 Storytimes February 3rd - March 28th

    2025 Storytimes February 3rd - March 28th

    Tuesdays 

    Preschool Story Time 10:30 AM - Ages 3-5

    Fridays

    Toddler Story Time 10:30 AM - Ages 2-3

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    EGG POP BOOK SALE

    Amherst Public Library - 2025 Book Sales

    Eggertsville-Pop-Up Book Sale - Jan. 15 -18 DOWLOAD THE FLYER HERE

     Wednesday, Jan. 15 12:00 pm to 6:30 pm

    Thursday, Jan. 16 10:00 am to 5:30 pm

    Friday, Jan. 17 10:00 am to 5:30 pm

    All items half price on Friday

    Saturday, Jan 18 11:00 am to 2:30 pm

    BAG SALE: All materials sold for $5/bag on Saturday

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    book a technology trainer at the Amherst public libraries

    BOOK A TECHNOLOGY TRAINER at the Amherst Public Libraries

     (REGISTRATION REQUIRED FOR ALL CLASSES)

    Need assistance with a computer, smartphone, or tablet? We can help! 
    These free 45 minute sessions are designed to assist with one-on-one technology support. Call the hosting library to register for any of these classes. 

    Saturday, Jan. 11 from 11am-4pm at Audubon

    Thursday, Jan. 30 from 11am-5pm at Clearfield

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    Adult Craft Club at the Eggertsville-Snyder Branch! 

    Create designs with your own personal touch. Available Tuesdays from 4 - 5 P.M. on select dates! 
    Interested? Come to the desk to sign up, or call us at 716-839-0700. 
    Sign up soon - Space is limited!

    Ages 16+ are welcome - children must be accompanied by an adult. 

    February 11th - Felt Flower Fest - Make your own garland, brooch or bouquet of delicate felt flowers.

    February 25th - Painted Rock Photo Holders - Paint free-form on a stone and learn basic wire-wrapping.

    March 11th - Celtic Heart Knots - Make a bracelet or necklace in bright, festive colors out of paracord.

    March 25th - Vintage Floral Bookmarks - Work with real pressed flowers and vintage accents to make a laminated, unique treasure.

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    mahjong club!

    Eggertsville-Snyder Mahjong Club!

    Learn to play American Mahjong, or use one of our tables for your party of four.

    All experience levels welcome! Experienced volunteers greatly appreciated.

    Sessions are currently available on January 21st, February 4th, and 18th from 3:30 - 5:30 P.M.

    To sign up, come to the desk or call us at (716) 839-0700. Register soon! Space Limited.

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    Pokémon Club (ages 6-12)

    Weekly Pokémon Club

    Running Weekly February 6 - March 27

    Thursdays at 4-5 PM

    Register at the desk or Call the Branch

    Participate in the seasonal raffle! 

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    Drop-in LEGO Club (ages 4-12)
    Saturdays at 12 PM
    February 8th - March 22nd

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    super bowl charcuterie boards for kids

    Super Bowl Charcuterie Boards for Kids!

    Saturday Feb. 1 at 12 PM 

    AGES 5-12 

    Call to Register at 716-839-0700

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    Special Holiday Crafts:

    Wednesdays 4:30-5:30 PM

    2/12: Valentine's Day Craft

    3/12: St. Patrick's Day Craft

    for Ages 5-12

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

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    The Eggertsville-Snyder Library has a small Play Room with toys, best for children 6 and under. Caregivers must supervise children and the room closes 30 minutes prior to the library closing. The room was renovated in September 2024 with funds acquired from New York State by Assembly member Karen McMahon.


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    HOLIDAY CLOSINGS

    2025

    New Year’s Day              Wednesday, January 1, 2025

    Martin Luther King Jr. Day        Monday, January 20, 2025

    President’s Day            Monday, February 17, 2025

    Good Friday         Friday, April 18, 2025

    Memorial Day    Monday, May 26, 2025

    Juneteenth          Thursday June 19, 2025

    Independence Day    Friday, July 4, 2025

    Old Home Days (WILLIAMSVILLE LIBRARY ONLY)

    Tuesday, July 15 – Friday, July 18, 2025

    Labor Day              Monday, September 1, 2025

    Veteran’s Day    Tuesday, November 11, 2025

    Thanksgiving     Thursday, November 27, 2025

    Christmas Eve   Wednesday, December 24, 2025

    Christmas Day  Thursday, December 25, 2025

    New Year’s Eve Wednesday, December 31, 2025*

    *Audubon, Clearfield and Eggertsville-Snyder Libraries to close at 6pm.

     

    SUNDAY HOURS (12-5pm) Main Library at Audubon ONLY
    January 5 to June 8, 2025 (no April 20 & May 25)
    September 7 to December 14, 2025 (no December 21 & 28)