Skip to main content

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.

April 2025 Programs

April Event calendar - details here: https://buffalolib.libcal.com/calendar/events?cid=12898&t=m&d=2025-04&cal=12898&cm=5199&inc=0

  • Mondays 4/7, 4/21, 4/28 at 10:30 am Lapsit with Miss Abbie
  • Tuesday 4/1 at 6 pm April Fool's Story Time
  • Thursday 4/3 at 4pm Library Board Meeting
  • Friday 4/4 at 1 pm Senior Movie
  • Saturday 4/5 at 12 pm Crafternoon
  • Tuesday 4/8 at 5:30 pm Evening Book Club
  • Wednesday 4/9 at 3 pm YA Book Club
  • Thursday 4/10 at 6 pm Dandelion Story Time
  • Saturday 4/12 at 9 or 9:30 am Egg Hunts - registration required and limited
  • Saturday 4/12 at 11 am Adult Craft
  • Saturday 4/12 at 1 pm Puzzle Competition
  • Monday 4/14 at 1 pm Family Movie
  • Tuesday 4/15 at 1 pm Family Movie
  • Tuesday 4/15 at 5:30 pm Kids DIY Peach Dessert
  • Wednesday 4/16 at 1 pm Family movie
  • Wednesday 4/16 at 3 pm Afternoon Crochet
  • Thursday 4/17 at 1 p Family Movie
  • Thursday 4/17 at 5:30 pm Bat Drop in Craft
  • Thursday 4/17 at 5:30 Evening Crochet
  • Friday 4/18 all day Kids drop in craft
  • Friday 4/18 at 1 pm Family Movie
  • Saturday 4/19 at 1 pm Family Movie
  • Monday 4/21 at 11 am Morning Book Club
  • Tuesday 4/22 at 6 pm Jelly Bean Story Time
  • Saturday 4/26 at 11 am Bluey Party
  • Tuesday 4/29 at 5:30 pm Lego Club

 


Young Adult Programming

Open box on a purple backround with a QR code and text in bullet below

  • 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 at the desk.
    • April 13 - TBA
  • Upcoming YA Book Club titles:
    • April 9 - TBA

 

Adult Programs

  • Friends of the Library meeting Saturday 5/10/2025 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 4/16 at 3 pm
    • Evening Thursday 4/17 at 5:30 pm

 

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

 

 


 

Library of Things:

Images of tennis racket, metal detector, binoculars and kindle against brick background with text Library of Things @ Collins Library

Check out what's available through our catalog

More items being added soon!

We are currently accepting suggestions for new items to add! Stop in the library!

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 many of our items. 

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


Chromebook and Wi-Fi Hotspot Lending

Image of Chromebook & Wi-fi hotspot available from Collins Library

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: 

Images of sports equipment on grass background with text Sports Equipment Share @ Collins Library

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

 


 

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!