Town of Collins Public Library

 

We are open to the public. If you want to arrange for curbside pick up, give us a call!

 

Hours are

Monday 10:00 am - 7:00 pm

Tuesday 10:00 am - 7:00 pm

Wednesday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thursday 10:00 am - 7:00 pm

Friday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Saturday 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Sunday Closed

 

You must bring photo ID or your library card to check out items. 

We can now place holds on items at other libraries for no charge!

 

Any Returns will be accepted inside the library during open hours or in our drop box at the front of the building 24/7. 

Book donations are accepted Memorial Day through Labor Day. Please call if you have a large donation and need assistance unloading your vehicle. We cannot accept encyclopedias, text books, or items that are damaged or moldy. 

 

Meeting Room Policy (pdf) and Application (pdf)

 

Programming

Kids & Family Programs

Awesome Take & Makes will be available every week! Check Facebook for a demo each Monday, and stop in to pick up a kit while supplies last!

Monthly Scavenger Hunts - Come do a scavenger hunt through the children's area. Find all the clues and bring it up to the desk for a prize. Best for ages 5-12.

January 2025 Programs

Details Below, or for more information: https://buffalolib.libcal.com/calendar/events?cid=12898&t=m&d=2025-01&cal=12898&cm=5199&inc=0

  • Library Closed Wednesday 1/1 - New Year's Day
  • Family Movie - Despicable Me 4 - Thursday 1/2 at 1 pm
  • Bean Story Time - Thursday 1/2 at 6 pm - call to register
  • Mini Art Show Kit Pick up - Ages 13+ - begins Friday 1/3 - while supplies last
  • Senior Movie - White Bird (PG-13) - Friday 1/3 at 1 pm
  • DIY All Ages Art - Friday 1/3 at 3:30 pm
  • Puzzle Challenge - Saturday 1/4 at 1 pm - call to register
  • Lap Sit with Miss Abbie - Monday 1/6 at 10:30 am
  • Morning Book Club - Monday 1/6 at 11 am - Leave the World Behind
  • YA Book Club - Wednesday 1/8 at 3 pm - TBA
  • Kids' DIY Bubble Bath Bars - Thursday 1/9 at 5:30 pm - call to register
  • Adult Craft - Book Gnome - Saturday 1/11 at 11 am - call to register
  • Rubber Duck Story Time - Saturday 1/11 at 1 pm - call to register
  • Evening Book Club - Tuesday, 1/14 at 5:30 pm
  • Afternoon Crochet - Wednesday 1/15 at 3 pm
  • Tea Party Story Time - Thursday 1/16 at 6 pm - call to register
  • Library Closed MOnday 1/20 - Martin Luther King Jr. Day
  • Kids DIY Granola Bars - Tuesday, 1/21 at 5:30 pm - call to register
  • Evening Crochet - Thursday 1/23 at 5:30 pm
  • Lego Club - Tuesday 1/28 at 5:30 pm - call to register
  • Moon Story Time - Wednesday 1/29 at 1 pm - call to register
  • Kids DIY Kazoo - Thursday 1/30 at 5:30 pm - call to register
  • Mini Art Show Entries due 1/31!

 

Young Adult Programming

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  • Teen Book Bundles - NEW! Enjoy a box full of specially selected Library Books, along with snacks and other surprises. Return the books and box after 3 weeks, and keep everything else. Sign up by filling out form here before the first of each month. For grades 7-12.

 

  • YA Book Club now meets on the second Wednesday of each month at 3 pm. Visit the library for more info and to pick up a copy. Registration is required and limited. 
  • Monthly Teen Take & Make Craft available 12/11 - Friendship Bracelets! Available at the desk.
  • Upcoming YA Book Club titles: 
    • January 8 - TBA

 

Adult Programs

  • Friends of the Library meeting Saturday 2/8/2025 at 9:30 am - Come learn how to help the library and support upcoming programs. 

 

  • Collins Crochet now has 2 sessions! Registration required and limited for each. 
    • Afternoon Wednesday 1/15 at 3 pm
    • Evening Thursday 1/23 at 5:30 pm

 

For any of our programming, if you require accommodation, please contact the library 7 days before the program. 

 

 

 

Chromebook and Wi-Fi Hotspot Lending

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New!

Come check out a Chromebook and Wi-Fi hotspot to for free internet from home!

Request it with your Library Card and PIN through the catalog. 

Check out period is 1 week, you can connect the Chromebook or your home devices to the hotspot. Children 16 and younger need internet permission on their library card and a waiver signed by a parent or guardian. Call for more details. Must be picked up from and returned to owning library.

 

 

Sports Equipment Lending Program: 

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Now you can check out sports equipment through the Library!

We have kids sized lacrosse and basketball kits available for check out, free with a library card. (Best for ages 5+)

Sponsored by the Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Foundation, and winner if the 2021 Penguin Random House Library award for Innovation. 

*Parent or guardian must sign a waiver and be present the first time equipment is borrowed. Equipment must be borrowed from and returned to our library. Equipment available for individuals, groups, and camps. 

More info available here: 

Basketball kit          Lacrosse Kit

Snowshoe Kit             Soccer Kit

Badminton Kit

 

Library of Things:

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Check out what's available through our catalog! 

More items being added soon!

February 2025 we will be voting on new items to add! Stay tuned!

Check out more than just books! Borrow a metal detector, tennis set, and more! Items must be borrowed from and returned to the Collins Library with an Adult card. Call for more details. 

Check out Facebook or YouTube Library of Things as we demo each of our items. 

What's next? We're working on new ideas!

 

Check out our YouTube Page for programs

https://youtu.be/5TOdGcHOZ-Q

 

The Friends of the Collins Library are always looking for new members! Ask for an application in the library!