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Stop in the library to pick up a craft (or two) to make at home. For kids 5 and up. Craft changes weekly and is based on a picture book.
Create and sail a sailboat by picking up a free monthly STEM kit at the library information desk to experiment with at home. While supplies last. For ages 7 and up.
This group will focus on school readiness related skills in a fun, hands-on and supportive environment. Ages 3-6. Group is run by Hannah Nazzarett, occupational therapist. Register by calling the library at 716-683-1120 or visiting the library's information desk.
Join us for a special reading time with a certified SPCA Paws for Love dog at the North Collins Library! Improve literacy skills and reading confidence! Whether you'd like to read a story to a furry friend or just spend some time hanging out, everyone is welcome. Stop in or call us at 716-337-3211 so we know to expect you!
Seasonal crafts kits to make at home for easy grab & go or for curbside pick up! New craft every Monday, call 716-823-5626 for more information.
Stop in the library to pick up a craft (or two) to make at home. For kids 5 and up. Craft changes weekly and is based on a picture book.
Join Miss Kasey for a gentle introduction to storytime with books, songs and activities for babies 24 months & under. Registration is required. ***WE ARE TESTING A NEW REGISTRATION PROCESS*** We are piloting a lottery system for the Late Fall 2026 Session of Storytimes at the Orchard Park Library. Registration will begin on October 26th and run until
Join Miss Nicole for a little lively introductory roll into storytime sessions with silly stories, music, movement, and more! Ages 3 months - 23 months with a caregiver. Registration is required. ONLY REGISTER CHILDREN. Every 2nd and 4th Monday of the month, from 10 - 10:30 AM OR 11-11:30 AM.
Create and sail a sailboat by picking up a free monthly STEM kit at the library information desk to experiment with at home. While supplies last. For ages 7 and up.
Join this fun program for children ages 6 mo - 2 years with a caregiver. A great introduction to early literacy skills with rhymes, finger plays, music, stories and more! Sign up requested. If you need any accommodation for any program, please contact the library at least week before.
Preschool story time for children ages 2-6. Stories, games, songs, and more! Call 716-941-3516 to register.
Join Miss Kasey for an introduction to storytime with books, music & movement for toddlers aged 24-36 months. Registration is required. ***WE ARE TESTING A NEW REGISTRATION PROCESS*** We are piloting a lottery system for the Late Fall 2026 Session of Storytimes at the Orchard Park Library. Registration will begin on October 26th and run untiL November 2nd. If a class DOES NOT fill up between October 26th through November 2nd, then we will continue taking registrations beyond November 2nd, until it has filled up. If a class DOES fill up between October 26th and November 2nd, then we will draw names for the available spots until all spots have been filled. We will call registrants to let them know they are in the class on Tuesday November 3rd. Likewise, if your child enters the lottery but does not get a spot in a class we will let you know on November 3rd. Thank you for your patience while we try to improve your registration experience! If you have any questions at all please do not hesitate to reach out 716-662-9851.
Children hunt to find all the pictures hidden around the children's area. When you see one, cross it off on your answer key. Come to the desk with a finished answer key for a candy treat or a small toy prize! New scavenger hunt every month. You may play up to one time per day to win a prize. Scavenger hunt is available whenever the library is open: Mondays 10am-6pm Tuesdays 9am-5pm Wednesdays 12pm-8pm Thursdays 10am-6pm Saturdays 10am-6pm
Guess How Many Contest runs every even-numbered month (January, March, May, July, September, November). How many objects are in the jar? Adults and kids drop-in anytime during open hours throughout the month to guess. Only one guess per person, though! The kid and the adult who guess the closest to the actual number of objects each win a prize. Winners are contacted on the first business day of the following month.
Come join Miss Mary for stories, activities and crafts! For ages 2-5yrs, registration is required
Free series of theatre classes/workshops from Second Generation Theatre. Registration is required. FALL SIGN UP: https://forms.gle/JwBjaeF9hBdSBBbaA
Weekly keyboard and electronic drum workshop for youth hosted by the Hispanic Heritage Council.
Stop in the library to pick up a craft (or two) to make at home. For kids 5 and up. Craft changes weekly and is based on a picture book.
Create and sail a sailboat by picking up a free monthly STEM kit at the library information desk to experiment with at home. While supplies last. For ages 7 and up.
Stop in Tuesdays, November 3rd,10th,17th and 24th and December 1st and 8th, at 10AM for an introductory roll into StoryTime sessions with Miss Laurie. Filled with silly stories, music, movement, and more! For ages up to 24 months WITH a caregiver.
Join Miss Mary for stories, songs and hands on activities! This program is tailored for children ages 3-5. This storytime is for children and a caregiver(s) to attend together. Registration begins Monday October 26th. You can sign up in person or by phone 716-662-9851. Registration will guarantee a spot for each class for the 6-week session.
Feelings Rock is an interactive music and movement class for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers. Be ready to dance, jump, spin, and more through guided activities. For ages 0-5 and their caregivers. Registration is required and space is limited. Please call 716-773-7124 to sign up.
Join us for stories, songs, bubbles, and playtime! This storytime is for our friends ages 0-3 years, but siblings are always welcome!
Join Miss Tracey and Miss Wajiha to sing songs, make crafts, and read stories based on different topics each week! This is a FREE program for small children. Registration required for each session -- please choose either the Tuesday or Friday session each week. Individuals needing accommodations may contact the ADA coordinator at access@buffalolib.org within seven days of the program.
Join this fun program for children ages 2-5 for fun stories. Sign up requested. If you need any accommodation for any program, please contact the library at least week before.
Join Ms. Meg as she reads stories, has bubbles, and sing songs. For ages 2-3. Registration required and space is limited. Register below or call 716-683-1120. Registration begins Tuesday, October 20.
Children hunt to find all the pictures hidden around the children's area. When you see one, cross it off on your answer key. Come to the desk with a finished answer key for a candy treat or a small toy prize! New scavenger hunt every month. You may play up to one time per day to win a prize. Scavenger hunt is available whenever the library is open: Mondays 10am-6pm Tuesdays 9am-5pm Wednesdays 12pm-8pm Thursdays 10am-6pm Saturdays 10am-6pm
Guess How Many Contest runs every even-numbered month (January, March, May, July, September, November). How many objects are in the jar? Adults and kids drop-in anytime during open hours throughout the month to guess. Only one guess per person, though! The kid and the adult who guess the closest to the actual number of objects each win a prize. Winners are contacted on the first business day of the following month.
On Tuesday, September 29th; Tuesday, October 6th, 13th, 27th; Tuesday, November 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th; Tuesday, December 1st, 8th, 15th, and 22nd at 6pm, preschoolers ages 3-5 can join Miss Emily for a parent/guardian-free Independent Preschool Story Time! Registering for this program means you are signing up for all dates in the session! After 3 no call/no shows, you will be removed from the registration list for the remaining dates in that session. Please be prepared to attend all dates in the session! Space will be limited and registration is required. Please call 716-674-2928 or stop by the library to register!
Join us at North Park Library for a nostalgia movie screening series! Once a month we will screen a family-friendly film from the 80s. 90s. and early 00s. Feel free to bring your own light, library-friendly movie snacks. November's film is Homeward Bound (G), 1993!
Do you like to play chess? Are you curious about how the game works? Either way, join us on the second Tuesday of every month to play, or learn, with others. No experience needed. For kids and teens.
NYS certified math teacher Catherine Thielmann will be available at the Lancaster Public Library by appointment. For grades 2-9. Sign up for a free 20-minute appointment at the library information desk or call 716-683-1120.
Everyone is invited to enjoy free general Museum admission and explore during Independent Health's Winter Wellness edition of Community Health Day on Wednesday, November 11, 2026! Area schools will be closed for the Veterans Day holiday giving families the opportunity to check out the Museum’s interactive exhibits and galleries, and participate in a variety of fun and interactive activities with a focus on health and wellness free of charge. No preregistration is required. All ages are welcome! Price: Free
Explore & More is open for play on Wednesday, November 11 from 10am-4pm (9:30am for members)! Spend the day off from school with a fun (and educational) experience at Buffalo\'s children\'s museum, located at Canalside. See you soon!
Gabby\'s Dollhouse is Coming to Explore & More! Get ready for a Paw-Some Adventure! We\'re excited to announce that Explore & More - The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children’s Museum is joining Gabby\'s Dollhouse MEOWseum Discovery Days from November 6-15, 2026 in partnership with DreamWorks Animation and the Association of Children\'s Museums. What to Expect […]
Join Mrs. Wanda for toddler time! This storytime is for toddlers ages 2 - 3 and their caregiver. Registration is required. To register stop in or call 716-632-6176. Registration will open September 14th.
Stop in the library to pick up a craft (or two) to make at home. For kids 5 and up. Craft changes weekly and is based on a picture book.
On Thursday, September 24th; Thursday, October 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th; Thursday, November 5th, 12th, 19th; and Thursday, December 3rd, 10th, and 17th at 10am or 11:15am, toddlers ages 2 to 4 and their parent or guardian can join Miss Emily for a fun story time session plus time to stay and play. Registering for this program means you are signing up for all dates in the session! After 3 no call/no shows, you will be removed from the registration list for the remaining dates in that session. Please be prepared to attend all dates in the session! Space will be limited and registration is required. Please call 716-674-2928 or stop by the library to register!
Create and sail a sailboat by picking up a free monthly STEM kit at the library information desk to experiment with at home. While supplies last. For ages 7 and up.
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. Registration begins Monday October 26th. You can sign up in person or by phone 716-662-9851. Registration will guarantee a spot for each class for the session No storytime on Thanksgiving (November 26th).
Gabby\'s Dollhouse is Coming to Explore & More! Get ready for a Paw-Some Adventure! We\'re excited to announce that Explore & More - The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children’s Museum is joining Gabby\'s Dollhouse MEOWseum Discovery Days from November 6-15, 2026 in partnership with DreamWorks Animation and the Association of Children\'s Museums. What to Expect […]
Join us for stories, songs and more! For ages birth to 3 years old Free and open to all! Accommodation requests: Individuals in need of an accommodation may contact the library at 716-592-7742 no later than seven (7) business days before the scheduled event to allow time to arrange for the necessary accommodations.
Join Mrs. Beth for a show and tell storyime! This storytime is children ages 3 - 5 along with their caregiver. Each week children are encouraged to bring an item to show off! Registration is required. To register stop in or call 716-689-4922. Registration will open September 14th.
Ms. Meg will read stories, have bubbles, and sing songs. For ages 2-23 months. Registration is required and space is limited. Register below or call 716-683-1120. Registration begins Tuesday, October 20.
Join us every Thursday at 11am for stories, songs and a craft!. Recommended for ages 3-6 years. Free and open to all! Accommodation requests: Individuals in need of an accommodation may contact the library at 716-592-7742 no later than seven (7) business days before the scheduled event to allow time to arrange for the necessary accommodations.
Preschool story time for children ages 2-6. Stories, games, songs, and more! Call 716-941-3516 to register.
Drop in for story time and a visit with Mindy the therapy dog!
Join Ms. Meg as she reads stories, has bubbles, and sing songs. For ages 2-3. Registration required and space is limited. Register below or call 716-683-1120. Registration begins Tuesday, October 20.
Kids 4 & under and their caregivers are invited to socialize and play in the library community room! Enjoy exclusive screen-free games and toys while you meet your neighbors. Thursday Mornings after Story Time Open for Drop-Ins 11:45 am until Clean-Up at 1 pm This program is NOT supervised by library staff. 17+ guardian supervision is required!
Children hunt to find all the pictures hidden around the children's area. When you see one, cross it off on your answer key. Come to the desk with a finished answer key for a candy treat or a small toy prize! New scavenger hunt every month. You may play up to one time per day to win a prize. Scavenger hunt is available whenever the library is open: Mondays 10am-6pm Tuesdays 9am-5pm Wednesdays 12pm-8pm Thursdays 10am-6pm Saturdays 10am-6pm
Guess How Many Contest runs every even-numbered month (January, March, May, July, September, November). How many objects are in the jar? Adults and kids drop-in anytime during open hours throughout the month to guess. Only one guess per person, though! The kid and the adult who guess the closest to the actual number of objects each win a prize. Winners are contacted on the first business day of the following month.
From 12:30- 1:30 PM (weather permitting). Stop by to purchase fresh, healthy, affordable and locally grown produce every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month! The Farm Market accepts cash, debit/credit, tap to pay & SNAP/EBT (50% off)!
Learn and have fun at the same time! A variety of games will be provided. The game topic for this month is life and social skills. For students in pre-K - High School. Registration required: Register below or call 716-683-1120. Registration begins Thursday, October 1.
Escape into an evening of delicious scents and intention-setting during an indoor workshop on simmer pots! Explore different recipe combinations of herbs and spices, and the meaning infused within them as you prepare, experiment, and take-home two simmer pot recipes suitable for giving to yourself or to others, just in time for the holidays! Ages 18+ | Advance registration required. $35 per person. Buffalo Museum of Science Members save 10%
Free series of theatre classes/workshops from 2nd Gen Theatre Academy. Registration is required. To register for the Fall Sessions click here
Fall registration to begin September 14, 2026 and sessions will begin the week of October 5, 2026 and the last day will be November 19. Thursdays at 4-5 PM Register at the desk or call the Eggertsville-Snyder Library at 716-839-0700.
Come get hands on skills and build a whole library event from the ground up! Teens ages 13 - 18 are invited to join Library Leaders for our first project of 2026-27. We will be getting together to choose our project focus and go over responsibilities at the Aurora Town Public Library at 6pm on Thursdays, October 8, November 12, and December 10. The group will also meet on Saturday, October 17, November 21, and December 19. Snacks will be provided. Please register for both Thursdays and Saturdays separately. Sign up by visiting bit.ly/ATPLprograms or calling (716) 652-4440. This free program is sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Registration is required. Sign up by visiting bit.ly/ATPLprograms or calling (716) 652-4440.
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 to sign up!
A social time designated for kids 24 months and under and their caregivers! We will supply new toys only available for this program! Come and let your little one crawl around our Story Nook and meet your neighbors!
Stop in the library to pick up a craft (or two) to make at home. For kids 5 and up. Craft changes weekly and is based on a picture book.
Create and sail a sailboat by picking up a free monthly STEM kit at the library information desk to experiment with at home. While supplies last. For ages 7 and up.
Join Miss Sam for a gentle introduction to storytime with books, rhymes, songs and activities for toddlers age 36 months & under. Please call 716-662-9851 to sign up. Registration is required. ***WE ARE TESTING A NEW REGISTRATION PROCESS*** We are piloting a lottery system for the Late Fall 2026 Session of Storytimes at the Orchard Park Library. Registration will begin on October 26th and run untiL November 2nd. If a class DOES NOT fill up between October 26th through November 2nd, then we will continue taking registrations beyond November 2nd, until it has filled up. If a class DOES fill up between October 26th and November 2nd, then we will draw names for the available spots until all spots have been filled. We will call registrants to let them know they are in the class on Tuesday November 3rd. Likewise, if your child enters the lottery but does not get a spot in a class we will let you know on November 3rd. Thank you for your patience while we try to improve your registration experience! If you have any questions at all please do not hesitate to reach out 716-662-9851.
Gabby\'s Dollhouse is Coming to Explore & More! Get ready for a Paw-Some Adventure! We\'re excited to announce that Explore & More - The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children’s Museum is joining Gabby\'s Dollhouse MEOWseum Discovery Days from November 6-15, 2026 in partnership with DreamWorks Animation and the Association of Children\'s Museums. What to Expect […]
Join Miss Tracey and Miss Wajiha to sing songs, make crafts, and read stories based on different topics each week! This is a FREE program for small children. Registration required for each session -- please choose either the Tuesday or Friday session each week. Individuals needing accommodations may contact the ADA coordinator at access@buffalolib.org within seven days of the program.
This fall, join our librarian, Ana, Friday mornings, September 4th, 11th, October 2nd, 9th, November 6th and 11th for baby story time! Let's bounce, play, sing, and read together with hands-on books, bubbles, and a short open playtime! For caregivers and their little ones up to 18 months old.* Registration is REQUIRED and opens one week before each session - beginning on August 28th. Register online or call Clarence Public Library at (716) 741-2650 to reserve a spot. Space is limited. *For safety concerns, please understand that no child over 18 months may attend this event. Each child MUST be accompanied by a parent/guardian/caregiver at all times.
Children ages birth-5 years are invited with a caregiver to the Aurora Town Public Library for Family Story Time on Wednesdays at 10:30 AM, September 23 - November 18 OR Fridays @ 10:30 AM, September 25 - November 20. Join us for an early literacy program with read-alouds, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by time to play and socialize. Registration is required. To sign up, stop by 550 Main Street, call 716-652-4440, or visit bit.ly/ATPLprograms.
Join Ms. Angela for toddler storytime! This storytime is for toddlers ages 2 - 3 with their caregiver. Registration is required. To register stop in or call 716-839-0700. Registration will open September 14.
Join Mrs. Wanda for preschool storytime! This storytime is for children ages 3 - 5 with their caregiver. Registration is required. To register stop in, or call 716-632-6176. Registration will open September 14th.
Ms. Meg will read stories, have bubbles, and sing songs. For ages 2-23 months. Registration is required and space is limited. Register below or call 716-683-1120. Registration begins Tuesday, October 20.
Introduce your 2-5 year old to the alphabet one letter at at time through stories, crafts, songs and fun with Miss Alice. Please call the library at 716-337-3211 to sign-up.
Family Storytime blends the perfect mix of age-appropriate stories, songs, fingerplays, music, movement and more. Your child will love it! Suggested for children age three and up.
Drop in and create something amazing using your imagination and our LEGOs.
Looking for a low-key activity to add to your Saturday? Gather your family and friends, unplug from your devices, and rediscover the timeless joy of board games! Games for all ages available and no registration is necessary.
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Stop in the library to pick up a craft (or two) to make at home. For kids 5 and up. Craft changes weekly and is based on a picture book.
Create and sail a sailboat by picking up a free monthly STEM kit at the library information desk to experiment with at home. While supplies last. For ages 7 and up.
Gabby\'s Dollhouse is Coming to Explore & More! Get ready for a Paw-Some Adventure! We\'re excited to announce that Explore & More - The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children’s Museum is joining Gabby\'s Dollhouse MEOWseum Discovery Days from November 6-15, 2026 in partnership with DreamWorks Animation and the Association of Children\'s Museums. What to Expect […]
Don't miss a behind-the-scenes tour of Tifft's many unique and innovative ecological initiatives. We will explore projects along the trails, such as diverse native plantings, invasive species removal, and the preservation of our woodland and wetland habitats. Ages 18+ | Advance registration required. $11 per person. Buffalo Museum of Science Members save 10%.
Learn 6 basic crochet stitches. Bring your own supplies, if you have them. Supplies will be available for use during the class. Kids must be accompanied by an adult. You must register, as space is limited. Every second Saturday month, except for Holidays. Give us a call at (716) 892-8089 or stop in to register.
Register to read for a 15-minute session to Oakley, our therapy dog through Paws for Friendship. Registration begins August 29. Call or sign up at the front desk. 716-741-2650. Fall sessions: November 14, December 12.
Preschoolers will enjoy stories, music and crafts with Miss Emily!
Join us any time between 11am and 1pm on Saturday, November 14th for our Luigi's Haunted Mansion: Lights Out Scavenger Hunt! Registration is not required! Please call 716-674-2928 or visit the library for more information.
Children hunt to find all the pictures hidden around the children's area. When you see one, cross it off on your answer key. Come to the desk with a finished answer key for a candy treat or a small toy prize! New scavenger hunt every month. You may play up to one time per day to win a prize. Scavenger hunt is available whenever the library is open: Mondays 10am-6pm Tuesdays 9am-5pm Wednesdays 12pm-8pm Thursdays 10am-6pm Saturdays 10am-6pm
Guess How Many Contest runs every even-numbered month (January, March, May, July, September, November). How many objects are in the jar? Adults and kids drop-in anytime during open hours throughout the month to guess. Only one guess per person, though! The kid and the adult who guess the closest to the actual number of objects each win a prize. Winners are contacted on the first business day of the following month.
Join us each month for a LEGO free build event. Legos are provided, just bring your imagination. For ages 4-12, with parents or caregivers. NEW for the fall, there is NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Walk-ins are welcome. All participants will have their artwork on display in the children's area of the library until the next month's LEGO build event.
Drop in to explore some unique ways to make art. The focus is on the process, not the finished picture, so it's fun for everyone, from the most petit painters to the more advanced artists!
Stop in the Teen Space to make a variety of jewelry out of beads, charms, string, and more!
Come enjoy a beginner-friendly game of fantasy storytelling and adventure! Teen Dungeons & Dragons will meet from 2pm to 4pm on the following Saturdays: October 3rd, October 17th, October 31st, November 14th, November 28th, and December 12th No supplies are needed, and snacks will be provided. To sign up, please visit the JBR Library or call #716-668-4991. Spaces are limited by available DMs. For ages 12 to 17.
This low energy playtime offers hands on exploration for our friends ages 3 and up.
Come learn about the unique lives of the cold-blooded creatures called reptiles and amphibians with some very special visitors! Recommended for ages 5 and up. Call 716-941-3516 to register to attend!
Gabby\'s Dollhouse is Coming to Explore & More! Get ready for a Paw-Some Adventure! We\'re excited to announce that Explore & More - The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children’s Museum is joining Gabby\'s Dollhouse MEOWseum Discovery Days from November 6-15, 2026 in partnership with DreamWorks Animation and the Association of Children\'s Museums. What to Expect […]
Buffalo is the gateway to Niagara Falls, twenty miles north, and home to the wings that bear its name. The Buffalo Zoo, the Buffalo Museum of Science, Explore & More Children's Museum at Canalside and the Frank Lloyd Wright Martin House give it a deep bench of family destinations. Buffalo & Erie County Public Library's central branch holds an original manuscript of Huckleberry Finn.
Holiday events for kids in Buffalo, 2026: tree lightings, light displays, Santa visits and gingerbread workshops, day by day.
105 children’s events are on in Buffalo in the next seven days, read every night from the calendars of Buffalo & Erie County Public Library (51 branches, 612 upcoming programmes), plus Explore & More Children's Museum, Buffalo Museum of Science, Tifft Nature Preserve and Buffalo Zoo. Library programmes are free. Museum and zoo events say “admission may apply”; check the venue for prices.
The same calendars serve Cheektowaga, Kenmore, Orchard Park, Tonawanda and West Seneca, so searching any of those names finds the same events.
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Each library and venue calendar is re-read every night, so a cancelled storytime disappears within a day. Times are shown in Buffalo’s own time zone.
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