Audubon Branch
Registration is required for all programs unless otherwise noted. Stop by the library to sign up or call 716-689-4922.

Honorable Shirley Chisholm (Audubon) Spring Storytimes
April 20 - May 22, 2026
Tuesdays
**SESSION FULL**Wee Read Storytime 10:30 AM - Ages 2-4**SESSION FULL**
Call to inquire about space for 11:30am.
Wednesdays
Baby Beginnings 10:30 AM - Ages Birth - 24 months
Thursdays
Show & Tell Storytime - 10:30 AM - Ages 3-5
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Specials Events
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Aging, Illness, Death: The Practice of Acceptance
Thursday, March 19th 1-3:30pm
BEFRIENDING DEATH GATHERINGS WITH A STORIED LIFE - free community education and discussion sessions to bring more connection and peace to living and dying in Western New York.
What role does resistance to aging, illness, and death play in our suffering? We will explore this topic with courage and care.
Hon. Shirley Chisholm (Audubon) Library, Call 716-689-4922 to register.
Facilitated by Amber Sastry, MPP - Global Hospice Volunteer and Community Death Educator
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Everyone Has a Story...especially parents!
Presented by Wendy Mednick
Saturday, March 28 (10:30am-12:30pm)
Hon. Shirley Chisholm (Audubon) Library, Call (716) 689-4922 to register.
Behind every tantrum and bedtime battle is a story worth telling. Come shares yours and help create a book
every parent will love!
*a percentage of the proceeds of the book to benefit children's hospitals across the country

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Family Game Night!
March 20th, April 10th, and May 29th - 6:30-8 PM
A night for the WHOLE family to play board games together while making new friends.
Call to Register at 716-689-4922!
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WHIMSICAL WIND SOCKS
Saturday April 18th
Makerspace - while supplies last
ALL AGES
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Rubber Duck Dress Up Competition
Sunday, April 26th from 1-2 PM
ALL AGES
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The African Violet & Gesneriad Society of Western New York presents 2026 JUDGED FLOWER SHOWS
VIOLETS & GESNERIADS MONOPOLY
Saturday, 5/2 1:00-5:30pm AND Sunday, 5/3 12:00-3:30pm
SHOW FEATURES:
Large Variety of Violets & Gesneriads, Designs Using Violets & Gesneriads, Cut Flowers and Live Plants, Underwater Designs, Terrariums, Natural Plantings
FREE ADMISSION
•Plant Sales - Violets - Standard, Miniature and Trailing Varieties
•Large Selection of Assorted Gesneriads
•Free Information on Growing
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MAY THE FOURTH
MONDAY, May 4th from 11am-8pm
in the Maker Space while craft supplies last
Ages 4-8
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Peter Fletcher Concert
Saturday, May 9th at 3 PM
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Bollywood Dance Class
Saturday, May 30th from 2-3 PM
ALL AGES
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Biblical Hebrew Grammar Club
Wednesday Evenings 6:30 - 8 PM
March 18: Hebrew Syllables
Attendance for every class is recommended but not required.
Based on the Textbook: Basics of Biblical Hebrew, written by Gary Pratico and Miles V. Van Pelt
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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 to register for any of these classes.
March 20, 2026 - 11am - 4pm
April 29, 2026 - 11am - 4pm
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Audubon Library Book Club
Select Thursdays at 3pm
April 2nd - James; A Novel by Percival Everette
May 7th - The Midnight Library by Matt Haig
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SPRING MAT YOGA FOR ADULTS ***FULL***

Open to all Levels & Flexibility - experience not required!
Bring your mat, block, towel, and/or blanket. Wear comfy clothes and bring water.
DATES: SUNDAYS, March 15 - April 19th, 3-4:30 PM No Class April 5th Easter Sunday
Call 716-689-4922 to Register
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Peter Fletcher Concert
Saturday, May 9th at 3 PM
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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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AUDUBON LIBRARY IS THE HOME OF THE
WESTERN NEW YORK SEED LIBRARY
Free seeds are available most of the year,
and donated seeds are accepted as well!
Seed Donation Form by Clicking Here

For more information such as how to volunteer, join the Facebook group at:
www.facebook.com/wnyseedlibrary
2026 AMHERST LIBRARY CLOSINGS
Good Friday Friday, April 3, 2026
Professional Development Day (NYLA YSS) Friday, April 17, 2026
Memorial Day Monday, May 25, 2026
Juneteenth Friday, June 19, 2026
Independence Day Friday, July 3 and Saturday, July 4, 2026
Old Home Days (WILLIAMSVILLE LIBRARY ONLY)
Tuesday, July 14 – Friday, July 17, 2026
Labor Day Monday, September 7, 2026
Professional Development Day (ALSC Institute) Friday, October 2, 2026
Veteran’s Day Wednesday, November 11, 2026
Thanksgiving Thursday, November 26, 2026
Christmas Eve Thursday, December 24, 2026
Christmas Day Friday, December 25, 2026
New Year’s Eve Thursday, December 31, 2026*
*Audubon, Clearfield and Eggertsville-Snyder Libraries to close at 4pm.
SUNDAY HOURS (12-5pm) Main Library at Audubon ONLY
January 4 to June 14, 2026 (no April 5, May 10 & May 24)
September 13 to December 13, 2026 (no December 20 & 27)
**Note - Sunday hours are dependent on the county budget and may be subject to change**