West Seneca Public Library

Upcoming Events

The West Seneca Public Library hours are as follows:

Mon 9am-8pm

Tues 9am-8pm

Wed 9am-5pm

Thurs 9am-8pm

Fri 9am-5pm

Sat 10am-4pm

Eating is not permitted but beverages with lids are welcome.

If you are feeling unwell, please visit us another time. You can always visit the library virtually for ebooks, databases, music downloads and more at www.buffalolib.org

We are still offering curbside service!  Please call ahead to request materials and/or schedule a pickup.  For more information, please call the library at (716) 674-2928.

Individuals in need of an accommodation for any of the programs below may contact the ADA Coordinator at access@buffalolib.org within 7 days of the program.

The winners of our 2025 Bookmark Design Contest have been contacted! Congratulations to Cecilia, Colette, Ziabella, and Kaydence! You can view the winning submissions here or on our Facebook or Instagram!

 

Interested in helping your fellow neighbor get through tax season? Volunteer to help with VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance)! This program helps provide tax assistance to eligible tax payers who need help preparing their tax returns! Help is needed in various areas. For more information about volunteering, click here. You can also call 716-876-8108, email at freetaxbuffalo@gmail.com, or visit the VITA website at https://freetaxbuffalo.com/. 

 

The West Seneca Public Library recently registered to participate in Neighborhood Forest's free trees initiative! They provide free trees for kids to plant on or near Earth Day. 
Parents can register their child or children to receive a free tree at the West Seneca Public Library by visiting our library's dedicated registration page: 
https://www.neighborhoodforest.org/registration-services/...
Parents cannot register by calling the library, and registration must be done online through the link above. Registration ends on March 15th. We do not have a known pick-up date yet, but will schedule one as soon as we know when the trees will be arriving! 

 

February 2026- FEBRUARY REGISTRATION OPENS FRIDAY, JANUARY 9TH

  • Handicraft Club (pdf)-  Join our handicraft club on Mondays from 1:30-3:30pm. We welcome all sorts of handicrafts including knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, and needlework. Beginners and experts are all welcome!  For more information please contact the West Seneca Public Library, 1300 Union Rd, West Seneca, NY 14224 at (716) 674-2928.  Space will be limited. No food or drink is permitted in the Makerspace.
  • VITA Tax Assistance (pdf)- Need help filing your taxes? Starting Monday, February 2nd from 1pm-4pm VITA will be holding appointments for free tax assistance on Mondays and Wednesdays at the West Seneca Public Library. Appointments are required and walk-ins will not be accepted. You can make an appointment by calling 2-1-1 or by visiting https://www.freetaxbuffalo.com or scanning the QR code on the flyer. You cannot make an appointment by contacting the library. You must bring the following to your appointment: government ID or driver's license; social security cards are REQUIRED for everyone on the return; all income information including Social Security Statements, interest and dividend; Health Insurance form 1095; day care payment information; IRS Letters Bank Information for Direct Deposit; last year’s tax return; and real estate tax bill. IMPORTANT: You must bring a completed intake form – available at the West Seneca Public Library or on the web at https://freetaxbuffalo.com
  • Journaling 101 with Buffalo Hope COMHPS (pdf)- Join Buffalo Hope COMHPS for a Journaling 101 workshop each Tuesday in February. This program takes place at 3:30pm on February 3rd, 10th, 17th, and 24th, and is for ages 16 and up. These four free consecutive workshops will help you expand your mental health toolkit! For more information and to register, please visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfzs-BB8eXRwRx92t24d7d9XcIXG-x…
  • Independent Preschool Story Time Winter/Spring 2026 Twelve Week Session (pdf)- THIS PROGRAM IS FULL, BUT YOU MAY CALL AND ASK ABOUT THE WAIT-LIST. Preschoolers ages 3-5 years can join Miss Emily on Tuesday nights at 6pm for a 12-week parent/guardian-free story time session. The dates are February 3rd, 10th, 24th; March 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th; April 7th, 14th, 21st; May 5th and 12th. Space will be limited and registration is required. Signing up for one session signs the child up for all twelve sessions. Please note, if the parent does not call and the child does not show up 3 times, then they will be removed from the registration list. To register, please visit the library or call 716-674-2928.
  • Baby & Me Winter/Spring 2026 Twelve Week Session (pdf)- THIS PROGRAM IS FULL, BUT YOU MAY CALL AND ASK ABOUT THE WAIT-LIST. On Wednesday, February 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th; March 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th; April 8th, 15th, 22nd and 29th at 9:30 or 10:30am, babies ages 0-24 months and their parent or guardian can join Miss Emily for a fun lap-sit story time session. Space will be limited and registration is required. Signing up for one session signs you up for all twelve sessions. Please note, if you are a no-call/no-show 3 times, then you will be removed from the registration list. To register, please visit the library or call 716-674-2928.
  • Toddler Time Winter/Spring 2026 Twelve Week Session (pdf)- THIS PROGRAM IS FULL, BUT YOU MAY CALL AND ASK ABOUT THE WAIT-LIST. Toddlers (ages 2 to 4) can join us with their parent or guardian on February 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th; March 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th; April 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th at 10am or 11am. Space will be limited and registration is required.  Signing up for one session signs you up for all twelve sessions. Please note, if you are a no-call/no-show 3 times, then you will be removed from the registration list. Call the Library to register at 716-674-2928, or stop in to sign up.
  • Lego Club (pdf)- Saturday, February 7th and 21st from 11am-12:30pm. For ages 5 to 12. Free build with single-person Lego bins and selectable mini figures. Space will be limited and registration is required. Please call 716-674-2928 or visit the library for more information.
  • Teen Art: DIY Book Vase Project (pdf)- On Saturday, February 7th at 2pm, teens ages 12-17 can join Miss Emily for a DIY book vase project! Space will be limited and registration is required. To register, please visit the library or call 716-674-2928.
  • Kid's STEM: Parachutes (pdf)- Kids ages 5-12 can join Miss Emily on Monday, February 9th at 5pm for a fun STEM program with parachutes! Design your own parachute and see how long it can hold candy in the air! Space will be limited and registration is required. To register, please visit the library or call 716-674-2928.
  • Kid's Fuse Beads (pdf)- Thursday, February 19th from 5pm-6:30pm. Choose a design and create your own decorations with Perler Beads! Recommended for Ages 6+. Children under 6 years old must be attended by an adult.  All materials will be provided by the library.  Space will be limited and registration is required. To register, please visit the library or call 716-674-2928.
  • Pokémon Party (pdf)- Join us for a fun Pokémon Party on Friday, February 20th from 1pm-3pm! There will be crafts and games- plenty of fun to be had! Space will be limited and registration is required. To register, please visit the library or call 716-674-2928.
  • West Seneca Public Library Book Club (pdf)-  Monday, February 23rd at 6:30 PM. Discussing Flowers for Algernon by Daniel Keyes. Event takes place in the Makerspace.  For more information please contact the West Seneca Public Library at 716-674-2928.  Space will be limited. Registration is not required. No food or drink is permitted.

  • Teen Advisory Group (TAG) Meeting (pdf)- Teens can join us on Thursday, February 26th for a Teen Advisory Group (TAG) meeting at 6pm. TAG members will help provide insight on how to better serve teens, help plan and implement programs, meet new people, and gain volunteer hours, experience, and leadership skills. Registration is not required! Please call 716-674-2928 or visit the library for more information.

     

  • March 2026- MARCH REGISTRATION OPENS FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 13TH
  • Handicraft Club (pdf)-  Join our handicraft club on Mondays from 1:30-3:30pm. We welcome all sorts of handicrafts including knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, and needlework. Beginners and experts are all welcome!  For more information please contact the West Seneca Public Library, 1300 Union Rd, West Seneca, NY 14224 at (716) 674-2928.  Space will be limited. No food or drink is permitted in the Makerspace.
  • VITA Tax Assistance (pdf)- Need help filing your taxes? Starting Monday, February 2nd from 1pm-4pm VITA will be holding appointments for free tax assistance on Mondays and Wednesdays at the West Seneca Public Library. Appointments are required and walk-ins will not be accepted. You can make an appointment by calling 2-1-1 or by visiting https://www.freetaxbuffalo.com or scanning the QR code on the flyer. You cannot make an appointment by contacting the library. You must bring the following to your appointment: government ID or driver's license; social security cards are REQUIRED for everyone on the return; all income information including Social Security Statements, interest and dividend; Health Insurance form 1095; day care payment information; IRS Letters Bank Information for Direct Deposit; last year’s tax return; and real estate tax bill. IMPORTANT: You must bring a completed intake form – available at the West Seneca Public Library or on the web at https://freetaxbuffalo.com
  • Independent Preschool Story Time Winter/Spring 2026 Twelve Week Session (pdf)- THIS PROGRAM IS FULL, BUT YOU MAY CALL AND ASK ABOUT THE WAIT-LIST. Preschoolers ages 3-5 years can join Miss Emily on Tuesday nights at 6pm for a 12-week parent/guardian-free story time session. The dates are February 3rd, 10th, 24th; March 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th; April 7th, 14th, 21st; May 5th and 12th. Space will be limited and registration is required. Signing up for one session signs the child up for all twelve sessions. Please note, if the parent does not call and the child does not show up 3 times, then they will be removed from the registration list. To register, please visit the library or call 716-674-2928.
  • Baby & Me Winter/Spring 2026 Twelve Week Session (pdf)- THIS PROGRAM IS FULL, BUT YOU MAY CALL AND ASK ABOUT THE WAIT-LIST. On Wednesday, February 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th; March 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th; April 8th, 15th, 22nd and 29th at 9:30 or 10:30am, babies ages 0-24 months and their parent or guardian can join Miss Emily for a fun lap-sit story time session. Space will be limited and registration is required. Signing up for one session signs you up for all twelve sessions. Please note, if you are a no-call/no-show 3 times, then you will be removed from the registration list. To register, please visit the library or call 716-674-2928.
  • Toddler Time Winter/Spring 2026 Twelve Week Session (pdf)- THIS PROGRAM IS FULL, BUT YOU MAY CALL AND ASK ABOUT THE WAIT-LIST. Toddlers (ages 2 to 4) can join us with their parent or guardian on February 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th; March 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th; April 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th at 10am or 11am. Space will be limited and registration is required.  Signing up for one session signs you up for all twelve sessions. Please note, if you are a no-call/no-show 3 times, then you will be removed from the registration list. Call the Library to register at 716-674-2928, or stop in to sign up.
  • Book a Technology Trainer (pdf)- Need computer assistance?  We can help!  These free 45 minutes sessions are designed to assist with software support or Internet training. Our next sessions will take place on Thursday, March 5th between 10am and 4pm. Topics include training on the Microsoft Office suite and even how to download books onto your tablet or phone. Sessions are on the hour, and registration is required by calling 716-674-2928 or stopping by the West Seneca Public Library information desk.
  • Birds in Winter (pdf)- Join us on Thursday, March 5th at 5:30pm for an informative talk on birds in the winter. The colder months of the year are a great time to check out our year-round avian friends who “tough it out” while their cousins enjoy warmer climes. And there are also those rare birds who actually return from more southern climes before Spring arrives. We’ll focus on these feathered residents of Western New York discussing the adaptations that allow us to enjoy their beauty 365 days of the year. Space will be limited and registration is required. Please call 716-674-2928 or stop by the library to register!
  • Lego Club (pdf)-  Saturday, March 7th and 21st from 11am-12:30pm. For ages 5 to 12. Free build with single-person Lego bins and selectable mini figures. Space will be limited and registration is required. Please call 716-674-2928 or visit the library for more information.
  • Author Talk: Sudhir Suchak (pdf)- Join Sudhir Suchak for his author talk on Saturday, March 7th at 2pm. Sudhir Suchak escaped Zanzibar as a teen, fleeing a repressive regime, political violence, and the trauma of a genocide that tore apart the fabric of his family. His book, Last Boat to Freedom, traces the cost of survival – from the trauma left behind on the island, the perilous journey as a stowaway, brutal violence, and the first bewildering year in America. Space will be limited and registration is required. Please call 716-674-2928 or stop by the library to register.
  • Kid's Fuse Beads (pdf)- Thursday, March 12th from 5pm-6:30pm. Choose a design and create your own decorations with Perler Beads! Recommended for ages 6 and up. Children under 6 years old must be attended by an adult.  All materials will be provided by the library.  Space will be limited and registration is required. To register, please visit the library or call 716-674-2928.
  • Mario Party (pdf)- Join us on Saturday, March 14th at 1:30pm for our Mario Party! This all ages event will be lots of fun and will feature games and more! Space is limited and registration is required. Please call 716-674-2928 or stop by the library to register.
  • Kid's STEM: St. Patrick's Day Leprechaun Traps (pdf)- Kids ages 5-12 can join Miss Emily on Monday, March 16th at 5:30pm for a fun STEM program where they will make leprechaun traps! Space is limited and registration is required. Please call 716-674-2928 or stop by the library to register.
  • Teen Advisory Group (TAG) Meeting (pdf)- Teens can join us on Thursday, March 19th for a Teen Advisory Group (TAG) meeting at 6pm. TAG members will help provide insight on how to better serve teens, help plan and implement programs, meet new people, and gain volunteer hours, experience, and leadership skills. Registration is not required! Please call 716-674-2928 or visit the library for more information.
  • Teen ART: Mini-Canvas Painting (pdf)- Teens ages 12-17 can join us on Saturday, March 28th at 11:30am for a fun mini-canvas painting program! Space will be limited and registration is required. Please call 716-674-2928 or stop by the library to register.
  • Baby Rave (pdf)- On Monday, March 30th at 6pm babies under 24 months and their caregivers can join Miss Emily for a fun Baby Rave! Baby raves teach young children about music and movement through a fun interactive experience! Older siblings will not be allowed in for safety reasons. Space will be limited and registration is required. To register, please visit the library or call 716-674-2928.
  • West Seneca Public Library Book Club (pdf)- Monday, March 30th at 6:30 PM. Discussing The Shoemaker's Wife by Adriana Trigiani. Event takes place in the Makerspace.  For more information please contact the West Seneca Public Library at 716-674-2928.  Space will be limited. Registration is not required. No food or drink is permitted.
  • Toddler Rave (pdf)- On Tuesday, March 31st at 6pm toddlers ages 2-4 and their caregivers can join Miss Emily for a fun Toddler Rave! Toddler raves teach young children about music and movement through a fun interactive experience! Older siblings will not be allowed in for safety reasons. Space will be limited and registration is required. To register, please visit the library or call 716-674-2928.

Library of Things

The West Seneca Public Library has a small collection of "things" other than books, DVDs, and CDs, that can be checked out at the desk. These items must be checked out and returned at the West Seneca Public Library's circulation desk. For a list of the things available to checkout, please see the following link! West Seneca Public Library's Library of Things

 

Friends of the West Seneca Public Library

The Friends of the West Seneca Public Library are community members with an interest in supporting the services offered by the library. The Friends also provide funding for books, programs and supplies for children and adults.  

The Friends have an ongoing fundraiser!  Purchase a personalized, hand-carved wooden book which will be displayed in the library over the fireplace!  Full details here (pdf).

Next meeting: The next Friends meeting date is Monday, September 22nd at 6:30pm.

 

West Seneca School Yearbook Collection

The West Seneca Public Library now has several West Seneca school yearbooks (pdf) available for in-library use.  A list of the volumes included in the collection (along with volumes that we do not yet have) can be found via the link above.

A special thank you to the West Seneca Central School District and the West Seneca West Alumni for their generous efforts in helping to assemble this collection of yearbooks!