Orchard Park Public Library
APRIL CALENDAR
CHILDREN & FAMILY
Baby Storytime
Monday mornings from March 3rd -April 7th at 10am. Join Miss Kasey for a gentle introduction to storytime with books, songs, and activities for babies 24 months & under. Registration begins on Monday February 18th. Please call 716-662-9851.
Toddler Storytime
Monday mornings from March 3rd through April 7th at 11am. Join Miss Kasey for an introduction to storytime with books, music & movement for toddlers aged 2! Registration is required, please call 716-662-9851 or stop in to sign up.
Preschool Storytime
Tuesday mornings at 10am from March 4th - April 8th at 10am. Join Miss Mary for a storytime with songs, activities and books! This program is tailored for children ages 3-5, however any child under the age of 5 is welcome to try it out and of course siblings of any age are always welcome.
Independent Preschool Storytime
Thursday mornings at 10am from March 4th -April 8th. Join Miss Mary for an exploration of STEM concepts through stories, songs and hands on activities! This program is tailored for children ages 3-5. Children attend independently while caregivers enjoy the library.
Comic Book Club
Thursday, April 10th at 5:00 PM
Kids can bring any kind of book they are currently reading. We'll talk about the best NEW graphic novels that the library has to offer, we'll play games, do crafts and draw comics of our own. A perfect space for comic lovers to come and hang out. Sign up in person, by phone 716-662-9851 or online.
Pokémon Club
Sunday April 13th from 2pm-4pm
Thursday April 17th from 4pm-6pm
Click the dates above to register online.
Start or continue your Pokémon journey! Share, trade & battle with Pokémon cards! Learn how to play and build decks under the Unlimited Format. The library provides pre-built decks to play with at the program but attendees may also bring their own cards and decks from home. Open to kids in grades K - 8. Kids in grades 2 & under must be accompanied by a caregiver. You may register for one or both Pokémon Club meetups! To sign up you can call, stop in or click on the date above to register online.
LEGO CLUB
Saturday, April 19th
Lego Club for ages 6-12 years old. Sessions at 12:00 PM and 3:00 PM. Legos provided.
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. To sign up, please call us at 716-662-9851.
FAMILY CRAFT NIGHT
Tuesday, April 29th at 6:00 PM
Join us for an hour of family crafting to make Bunny Portraits. This program is intended for children ages 6-12 with a caregiver or family member.
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. To sign up, please call us at (716) 662-9851.
TEENS
SIGN UP FOR OUR MONTHLY TEEN SERVICES NEWSLETTER
Orchard Park Public Library Volunteer Application
TEEN CRAFT NIGHT: PET PORTRAITS
Monday, April 21st from 6:00 - 7:00 PM
Join us for a Teen Art Night! We'll be using scrape painting and acrylic paint to make framed pet portraits. All supplies are included.
Registration is required. Space is limited.
For grades 7-12. For more information and to register please call the Orchard Park Library at (716) 662-9851.
TEEN BOOK CLUB
Monday, April 28th from 6:00-7:00 PM
Calling all teens! Join us for the Orchard Park Public Library's Teen Book Club! April's book is The Young Elites by Marie Lu. The Teen Book Club will be meeting Monday, April 28th from 6:00 - 7:00 PM. For ages 13-17. Call us or stop in to register. Books are available for hold through the library system.
ADULTS
SEED LENDING LIBRARY RETURNS APRIL 9TH!
We greatly appreciate any and all seed donations throughout the year. Please ask at the front desk for more information.
PLANT SWAP PARTY
Wednesday, April 16th, 6:00-7:00 PM
Bring a house plant to the library to swap. Label it and provide basic care instructions (light/water needs). Check out our Seed Lending Library. Meet new plant lovers and HAVE FUN!
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. For more information, please call the Orchard Park Library at (716) 662-9851.
A HISTORY OF EARTH DAY
Tuesday, April 22nd at 6:00 PM
Earth Day started in the United States and is now celebrated in 193 countries, but where did the spark for protecting the Earth come from?
Join John Szalasny, environmental columnist for Buffalo Rising, as we look back at the people in history that lead us to the celebration of the first Earth Day - and why it is as important today as it has ever been.
For more information, please call the Orchard Park Library at (716) 662-9851.
One-on-One Computer Tech Training
Need help with basic computer software? Schedule a personalized one-on-one training session at the Orchard Park Library! Our expert staff will guide you through essential computer skills at your own pace. Call (716) 662-9851 today to book your appointment and boost your confidence with technology!
TECHKNOW LAB PRESENTS: GOOGLE CHROME & GOOGLE DRIVE
Wednesday, April 23rd from 3:00-4:00 PM
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.
Learn the essentials of Google Drive and Google Chrome in this formal computer class at the Orchard Park Library. Gain confidence in navigating, organizing files, and optimizing your browsing experience.
MASTER GARDENER'S SEED LECTURE SERIES
Thursday, April 24th
"Healthy Soil and Compost."
Learn about the healthy benefits of gathering up your own biodegradable compost from the season to use for next year. Compost is the superfood of your garden.
MAY EVENTS
CHILDREN & FAMILY
Registration begins Monday April 14th
Baby Storytime
Monday mornings from May 5th through June 9th at 10am. Join Miss Kasey for a gentle introduction to storytime with books, songs, and activities for babies 24 months & under. Registration is required, please call 716-662-9851 or stop in to sign up.
Toddler Storytime
Monday mornings from May 5th through June 9th at 11am. Join Miss Kasey for an introduction to storytime with books, music & movement for toddlers aged 2! Registration is required, please call 716-662-9851 or stop in to sign up.
Preschool Storytime
Tuesday mornings at 10am from May 6th through June 10th at 10am. Join Miss Mary for a storytime with songs, activities and books! This program is tailored for children ages 3-5, however any child under the age of 5 is welcome to try it out and of course siblings of any age are always welcome.
Independent Preschool Storytime
Thursday mornings at 10am from May 8th -June 12th. Join Miss Mary for an exploration of STEM concepts through stories, songs and hands on activities! This program is tailored for children ages 3-5. Children attend independently while caregivers enjoy the library.
Evening Family Storytime
Thursday, May 1st at 6:30 PM
Join us for stories, songs, and activities for families with children ages 8 & under. Older siblings are always welcome. Children can feel free to wear jammies and bring a stuffed animal for extra coziness. Call 716-662-9851 or stop in to sign up.
Comic Book Club
Kids can bring any kind of book they are currently reading. We'll talk about the best NEW graphic novels that the library has to offer, we'll play games, do crafts and draw comics of our own. A perfect space for comic lovers to come and hang out. Sign up in person, by phone 716-662-9851 or online.
Pokémon Club
Click the dates above to register online.
Start or continue your Pokémon journey! Share, trade & battle with Pokémon cards! Learn how to play and build decks under the Unlimited Format. The library provides pre-built decks to play with at the program but attendees may also bring their own cards and decks from home. Open to kids in grades K - 8. Kids in grades 2 & under must be accompanied by a caregiver. You may register for one or both Pokémon Club meetups! To sign up you can call, stop in or click on the date above to register online.
CHESS CLUB
Saturday, May 24th 3:30-4:30 PM
Intended for ages 7 and up! Do you love chess, or are you a casual player? Looking to hone your skills? Orchard Park Library's CHESS CLUB is for you! Please bring your own chess set if available. The library's chess sets will be provided for beginner players. For more information, please call the Orchard Park Library at (716) 662-9851.
LEGO CLUB
Saturday May 31st 2025 at 12pm or 3pm
Lego Club for ages 6-12 years old. Sessions at 12:00 PM and 3:00 PM. Legos provided.
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. To sign up, please call us at 716-662-9851.
FAMILY CRAFT NIGHT
Join us for an hour of family crafting to make Bunny Portraits. This program is intended for children ages 6-12 with a caregiver or family member.
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. To sign up, please call us at (716) 662-9851.
TEENS
SIGN UP FOR OUR MONTHLY TEEN SERVICES NEWSLETTER
Orchard Park Public Library Volunteer Application
TEEN ADVISORY GROUP (TAG)
Monday, May 5th from 6:00 - 7:00 PM
For teens ages 13-17.
The advisory group will help plan & execute library programs, provide insight into how to best serve Orchard Park teens, gain volunteer hours & experience, and meet new people! The OPK TAG group has planned tons of programs, including regular Escape Rooms, our ongoing Teen Book Club and Teen Game Night, and several Paint & Sips! Volunteer hours may be awarded for attendance.
Registration is required. For more information, please call the Orchard Park Library at (716) 662-9851.
TEEN GAME NIGHT
Monday, May 12th from 6:00 - 7:00 PM
Join the Orchard Park Public Library's Teen Advisory Group for their monthly Game Night. Each month we'll meet up to play board games, card games, and more!
DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS CLUB
Saturday, May 24th from 12:00-3:00 PM
Session A: 12:00-1:00 PM
Session B: 1:00-2:00 PM
Session C: 2:00-3:00 PM
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. This event is intended for ages 9-14. For more information, please call the Orchard Park Library at (716) 662-9851.
TEEN BOOK CLUB
Monday, May 19th from 6:00-7:00 PM
Calling all teens! Join us for the Orchard Park Public Library's Teen Book Club! May's book is Delirium by Lauren Oliver. The Teen Book Club will be meeting Monday, May 19th from 6:00 - 7:00 PM. For ages 13-17. Call us or stop in to register. Books are available for hold through the library system.
MASTER GARDENER'S TREE PLANTING SPECIAL!!
Thursday, May 29th 6:00-7:00 PM
"School Seedling Program"
This tree seedling program helps provide young people with hands-on ways to understand natural systems, and observe their environment. Plant your tree today! All supplies will be provided.
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.
For more information, please call the Orchard Park Library at (716) 662-9851.
ADULTS
NEW ADULT BOOK CLUB
A monthly book club for ages 17+. On May 6th, we will be discussing The Vanishing Half by Brit Bennett. Meetings are in the Orchard Park Public Library's meeting room from 6-7PM.
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. To sign up, please call us at 716-662-9851.
ORCHARD PARK LIBRARY'S OFFICIAL BOOK CLUB
Wednesday, May 7th from 6:00-7:00 PM
"Braiding Sweetgrass" by Robin Wall Kimmerer
"Drawing on her life as an indigenous scientist, and as a woman, Kimmerer shows how other living beings―asters and goldenrod, strawberries and squash, salamanders, algae, and sweetgrass―offer us gifts and lessons, even if we've forgotten how to hear their voices. In reflections that range from the creation of Turtle Island to the forces that threaten its flourishing today, she circles toward a central argument: that the awakening of ecological consciousness requires the acknowledgment and celebration of our reciprocal relationship with the rest of the living world. For only when we can hear the languages of other beings will we be capable of understanding the generosity of the earth, and learn to give our own gifts in return."
BASICS OF BIRDING
Wednesday, May 14th from 6:00-7:00 PM
Join us for an exciting introduction to the world of birdwatching! Whether you're a beginner or just curious about the birds in your backyard, this event will cover essential tips, common species, and the best tools to get started. Learn how to identify birds by sight and sound while exploring the beauty of nature. Bring your binoculars and a sense of adventure—let’s go birding!
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. For more information, please call the Orchard Park Library at (716) 662-9851.
CREATIVE MINDS PRESENTS: Digital Photography 101
Saturday, May 24th 2025 10:30-12:00 PM
ADULTS CRAFT EVENT!
Learn the fundamentals of digital photography.
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. For more information, please call the Orchard Park Library at (716) 662-9851.
One-on-One Computer Tech Training
Need help with basic computer software? Schedule a personalized one-on-one training session at the Orchard Park Library! Our expert staff will guide you through essential computer skills at your own pace. Call (716) 662-9851 today to book your appointment and boost your confidence with technology!