North Collins Public Library
2095 School Street ♦ 716-337-3211
Library Hours
THE LIBRARY WILL BE CLOSED on Friday, July 3rd and Sunday, July 5th in celebration of July 4th weekend.
Our regular hours of operation are as follows:
Sunday 1:00 - 4:00
Monday 10:00 - 8:00
Tuesday 2:00 - 8:00
Wednesday 2:00 - 8:00
Thursday CLOSED
Friday 10:00 - 5:00
Saturday CLOSED
Please call the library for more information or to sign-up for any of our programs.
Highlights for July:
Did you know the library has kayaks available for checkout on an adult library card? Thanks to the Ralph C. Wilson, Jr Foundation's Rural Library Grant Program we have purchased 4 foldable Tucktec kayaks, paddles and life jackets! Come to the library or give us a call to learn more!
Unearth a Story Summer Reading Fridays at 11am from July 10-August 14. Registration required
Friday, July 17th at 11am: Safari Sam's Dino-Tastic Adventure: Experience an enthralling performance that blends music, storytelling, puppetry, and magic while digging into our summer theme of UNEARTH A STORY! Registration helpful.
Monday, July 20th at 6pm: Backyard Birding for Beginners. Please call the library to register for this all ages event.
The FeedMore wny farm market truck will be here July17th and 31st
USA Scavenger Hunt for Kids, all month long
Summer Reading Badging Program: Complete challenges this summer to earn badges! Finish just one to receive a lanyard to show off your accomplishments. Stop by the library to learn more.
Summer Reading Challenges:
12-17: Tickets to Read
Up to 11: Reading Logs
Summer Reading Contest for all ages!
Check out our recurring programs!
Mondays
Virtual and Take-and-Make Craft
Join us for a bi-weekly craft demonstration on Facebook or Instagram. Stop in during our open hours to pick up craft supplies to make the project at home.
Kids Book Club
8–11-year-olds gather on the third Monday (typically) of each month at 3:00 pm. Call or stop by the library to register and pick up this month's read.
July 20: The Dragonet Prophecy (Wings of Fire #1) by Tui T. Sutherland
August 17th: Flora & Ulysses by Kate DiCamillo
Teen Book Club
The teens are taking a break from book club. If you are interested in being a part of this club call the library to express interest.
Tuesdays
Afternoon Book Club for Adults
Adults meet on the third Tuesday of each month at 2:00 pm. Call or stop by the library to register and pick up this month's read.
July 21st: The One in a Million Boy by Monica Wood
August 18th: Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Seas by Jules Verne
September 15th: The Secret Life of Sunflowers by Marta Molnar
Stitch Together
Adults meet on the second Tuesday of each month between 5:30 and 7:30. Bring your current project—or just bring yourself—and join a friendly circle of makers. Needlepoint, crochet, knitting, embroidery—everyone’s welcome. Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or brand new to fiber arts, this is a space to connect, share ideas, and find inspiration.
Wednesdays
Chess Club
Drop in anytime between 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm each week to play chess. All ages and skill levels are welcome.
Fridays
Unearth A Story
Every week at 11:00 join Miss Alice and Miss Hannah outside in our pavilion for stories, music, crafts and more!
Freestyle LEGOs:
Drop by the library each week between 2 pm and 4 pm to create something spectacular using your imagination and our Legos.
LIBRARY OF THINGS
Items include: projector, metal detector, Blu-ray player, hand truck, button maker and so much more! These items can be checked out using an adult library card and are available for 7 days.