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?

    • Stem Club: Kids Bridge Building Party - Friday, February 21st at 1 PM. Participants will learn about engineering, teamwork, and problem-solving as they design, build, and test their own bridges. Using different materials, they’ll create strong, working bridges to overcome obstacles while having fun and thinking creatively. Join us for this exciting challenge! For kids in grade 4th, 5th, and 6th. Please register by calling 652-2719.

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

    • Mock-Tail Craft Night - Monday, February 24th at 6 PM. Join us while we make some zentangle tote bags! Teens bring your adults, adults bring your teens for mocktails and a painting. Please register by calling 716-652-2719. Sponsored by the Friends of the Elma Public 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.

    • Toddler Dance Class - Friday, March 7th 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.

    • 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.

    • Dragon Gauntlet - Monday, March 10th at 6 PM. Join us for themed games, challenges, crafts, and food based on “Fourth Wing” by Rebecca Yarros. Ages 16 and up. Please register by calling 716-652-2719.

    • K-3 Storytime and Craft - Wednesday, March 12th at 6:30 PM. Join us for a “Dragon” themed storytime! It will be an exciting and interactive experience designed to spark imagination and creativity. The atmosphere will be filled with the magic of mythical creatures as we make paper puppet dragons and teach them how to fly! Please register by calling 716-652-2719. 

    • “Writing Your Own Story” with Lissa Marie Redmond - Saturday, March 15th at 1 PM. Join published, local author Lissa Marie Redmond for her writing workshop; “Writing Your Own Story”! For people who are interested in writing their own book, memoir, or family history. Please register by calling 716-652-2719.

    • Irish Tales and Tunes - Monday, March 17th at 6 PM. Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with stories, songs and dancing! Ages 3 and up. Please register by calling 716-652-2719.

    • Book Club - Wednesday, March 19th at 6:30 PM. The month's book selection is “All That Is Mine I Carry With Me” by William Landay. Stop by the library to pick up a copy of the book. All are welcome.

    • Citizen Preparedness Training - Thursday, March 20th at 2 PM. With severe weather events becoming more frequent and more extreme, it is more important than ever that New Yorkers are prepared for disasters. The NY Citizen Preparedness Training Program teaches residents to have the tools and resources to prepare for any type of disaster, respond accordingly and recover as quickly as possible to normal conditions. This training course will provide an introduction to responding to a natural or manmade disaster. Participants will be advised on how to properly prepare for any disaster, including developing a family emergency plan and stocking up on emergency supplies. Each family that attends will receive one preparedness kit. Please register by clicking on this link http://pspapps.dhses.ny.gov/CitizenPreparednessCorps/views/registrant/add.xhtml?lang=en&eventId=70 Registration is required.

    • 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.

    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.