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Honorable Shirley Chisholm Library


Registration is required for all programs unless otherwise noted. 

Stop by the library to sign up or call 716-689-4922.


Summer Reading Kickoff: Unearth a Story
***REGISTRATION FULL FOR THIS EVENT***
RECPO'S Prehistoric World Will Be Featuring:

10 LIVE reptiles from around the world 

REAL fossils

Photo & Touch opportunities

Interactive fun for all ages!

Due to space limitations, advanced registration is required and begins June 1.

SAVE THE DATE - THURSDAY, AUGUST 13 11AM-1PM - SUMMER PICNIC (SIGN UP TBD)


Honorable Shirley Chisholm (Audubon) Summer Storytimes

July 6 - August 12, 2026

Tuesdays 

**SESSIONS FULL**Tiny Tots Storytime 10:30 AM - Ages 2-4, with caregiver**SESSIONS FULL**

Wednesdays

**SESSIONS FULL**Baby Beginnings 10:30 AM - 18 months and under, with caregiver**SESSIONS FULL**

Thursdays

**SESSIONS FULL**Show & Tell Storytime  - 10:30 AM - Ages 3-5, with caregiver **SESSIONS FULL**

Friday Special ONE DAY ONLY!

TUTU SCHOOL

July 17 at 10:30am - Ages 2-5, with caregiver

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Specials Events

July 1st - Buffalo Zoo Mobile: learn about animals from the Buffalo Zoo!

July 8th - Storybook Cook: create dino-licious treats!

July 22nd - Fossils, Fossils with Penn Dixie: dig up your very own fossil!

July 29th - Cookie decorating with Mila's Sweet Treats

August 5th - The Wondermakers: Gardens of the Earth featuring Sarah the Triceratops!


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Barb's Book Buddies Campout
Wednesday, July 15 (6:30-7:30pm)

Wear your pj's, grab a sit upon and snuggle up for some interactive stories and camping fun! This event will happen rain or shine!

This program is for children ages 5 - 12.

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Paws for Love: Read to Therapy Dog
***ALL SESSIONS ARE FULL***
Saturdays, July 11 - August 15 (11am-12pm)
Stop by the library or call to reserve a time slot.

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The Screening Room Presents - Poetry Series

In the Community

Wednesday June 24, 2026    7:00 pm  --  Carol Mikoda

Wednesday July 15, 2026    7:00 pm  --  Brandon Williamson

Wednesday August 19, 2026    7:00 pm  --  Alysia WC/The Elderberry

Interested in reading? Signups open at 6:30 pm on the day of the readings


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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 to register for any of these classes. 

July 10. 2026 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

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Audubon Library Book Club

Select Thursdays at 3pm

Check back soon for Fall 2026 dates!

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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

wny seed library

For more information such as how to volunteer, join the Facebook group at:

www.facebook.com/wnyseedlibrary


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2026 AMHERST LIBRARY CLOSINGS

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**