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News and notes from the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library.
Did you know the Library has an online store? From Library-branded merch to throwbacks celebrating our history & more, you can support the Library *and* pick up some new swag!
Shop now: librarystore.buffalolib.org
Shop now: librarystore.buffalolib.org
February 12, 2026 at 3:38 PM
Did you know the Library has an online store? From Library-branded merch to throwbacks celebrating our history & more, you can support the Library *and* pick up some new swag!
Shop now: librarystore.buffalolib.org
Shop now: librarystore.buffalolib.org
Join us at the Central Library this Sat., Feb. 14 at 2 p.m. for a special screening of stories from the Buffalo History Channel by filmmaker Doug Ruffin. This month's screening features Ruffin's interview with a member of the Black Panther Party chapter organized in Buffalo.
February 10, 2026 at 1:31 PM
Join us at the Central Library this Sat., Feb. 14 at 2 p.m. for a special screening of stories from the Buffalo History Channel by filmmaker Doug Ruffin. This month's screening features Ruffin's interview with a member of the Black Panther Party chapter organized in Buffalo.
Looking for something to do this week? Stop by the Library! Check out the highlights below & full list of upcoming events here: bl.buffalolib.org/CEN-Programs
February 9, 2026 at 2:33 PM
Looking for something to do this week? Stop by the Library! Check out the highlights below & full list of upcoming events here: bl.buffalolib.org/CEN-Programs
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From live music to movies to lectures, your Buffalo & Erie County Public Libraries have FREE #BlackHistoryMonth events & programs all-month-long. Catch a few before the month ends!
Check the full calendar & get details at: BuffaloLib.org
Cc: @buffalolibrary.bsky.social
Check the full calendar & get details at: BuffaloLib.org
Cc: @buffalolibrary.bsky.social
February 5, 2026 at 11:47 PM
From live music to movies to lectures, your Buffalo & Erie County Public Libraries have FREE #BlackHistoryMonth events & programs all-month-long. Catch a few before the month ends!
Check the full calendar & get details at: BuffaloLib.org
Cc: @buffalolibrary.bsky.social
Check the full calendar & get details at: BuffaloLib.org
Cc: @buffalolibrary.bsky.social
Join us at Central Library Thu., Feb. 12 at noon for a screening of "Two Wars: The Road to Integration," an award-winning film created with the Buffalo and Erie County Naval and Military Park about the history of segregation and integration in the United States Military.
Free & all are welcome.
Free & all are welcome.
February 4, 2026 at 6:13 PM
Join us at Central Library Thu., Feb. 12 at noon for a screening of "Two Wars: The Road to Integration," an award-winning film created with the Buffalo and Erie County Naval and Military Park about the history of segregation and integration in the United States Military.
Free & all are welcome.
Free & all are welcome.
February is #BlackHistoryMonth, and we’re celebrating all month long at your Buffalo & Erie County Public Library. Check out this selection of our upcoming programs + visit BuffaloLib.org for more details.
February 3, 2026 at 4:00 PM
February is #BlackHistoryMonth, and we’re celebrating all month long at your Buffalo & Erie County Public Library. Check out this selection of our upcoming programs + visit BuffaloLib.org for more details.
Join us at the Central Library on Sat., Feb. 21 for a screening & discussion of "And a Shot Rang Out," a documentary that explores the historical context of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre, with Dr. Barbara Seals-Nevergold & Tala Harden.
February 2, 2026 at 6:24 PM
Join us at the Central Library on Sat., Feb. 21 for a screening & discussion of "And a Shot Rang Out," a documentary that explores the historical context of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre, with Dr. Barbara Seals-Nevergold & Tala Harden.
*sigh*
Legendary actress Catherine O'Hara has died at the age of 71.
Check out the Library's collection of her movies, TV shows & more: bl.buffalolib.org/OHara
Legendary actress Catherine O'Hara has died at the age of 71.
Check out the Library's collection of her movies, TV shows & more: bl.buffalolib.org/OHara
January 30, 2026 at 8:07 PM
*sigh*
Legendary actress Catherine O'Hara has died at the age of 71.
Check out the Library's collection of her movies, TV shows & more: bl.buffalolib.org/OHara
Legendary actress Catherine O'Hara has died at the age of 71.
Check out the Library's collection of her movies, TV shows & more: bl.buffalolib.org/OHara
A reminder today that the public library is – and always has been – all yours.
Join us today for activities, exhibits, and resources that belong to you – no fee required.
We are #ProfoundlyPublic.
Join us today for activities, exhibits, and resources that belong to you – no fee required.
We are #ProfoundlyPublic.
January 30, 2026 at 4:17 PM
A reminder today that the public library is – and always has been – all yours.
Join us today for activities, exhibits, and resources that belong to you – no fee required.
We are #ProfoundlyPublic.
Join us today for activities, exhibits, and resources that belong to you – no fee required.
We are #ProfoundlyPublic.
“I must remain outside the institution.”
The newest exhibit at the Central Library focuses on the work of AP Gorny, a Buffalo-born artist whose career defies easy categorization.
Join us tonight, Thu., Jan. 29 from 5:30 - 8 pm for the exhibit opening! On display through Fall 2026.
The newest exhibit at the Central Library focuses on the work of AP Gorny, a Buffalo-born artist whose career defies easy categorization.
Join us tonight, Thu., Jan. 29 from 5:30 - 8 pm for the exhibit opening! On display through Fall 2026.
January 29, 2026 at 4:58 PM
“I must remain outside the institution.”
The newest exhibit at the Central Library focuses on the work of AP Gorny, a Buffalo-born artist whose career defies easy categorization.
Join us tonight, Thu., Jan. 29 from 5:30 - 8 pm for the exhibit opening! On display through Fall 2026.
The newest exhibit at the Central Library focuses on the work of AP Gorny, a Buffalo-born artist whose career defies easy categorization.
Join us tonight, Thu., Jan. 29 from 5:30 - 8 pm for the exhibit opening! On display through Fall 2026.
In search of a new job or career? Bring your resume & dress for success at a free job fair in partnership with the NYS Department of Labor at the Central Library on Fri., Jan. 30 from 10 am – 1 pm.
January 28, 2026 at 7:23 PM
In search of a new job or career? Bring your resume & dress for success at a free job fair in partnership with the NYS Department of Labor at the Central Library on Fri., Jan. 30 from 10 am – 1 pm.
Central Library and Buffalo Branches will be closed on Monday, Jan. 26. Visit us virtually at www.BuffaloLib.org . Stay safe and warm.
January 26, 2026 at 2:33 AM
Central Library and Buffalo Branches will be closed on Monday, Jan. 26. Visit us virtually at www.BuffaloLib.org . Stay safe and warm.
From Buffalo to the Guggenheim—AP Gorny's story has never been told. Until now.
AP Gorny: Different From the Rest opens January 29 at the Central Library. Following a major acquisition, the library will show five decades of artist books, prints, and a Buffalo legacy: all, rediscovered.
AP Gorny: Different From the Rest opens January 29 at the Central Library. Following a major acquisition, the library will show five decades of artist books, prints, and a Buffalo legacy: all, rediscovered.
January 22, 2026 at 7:16 PM
From Buffalo to the Guggenheim—AP Gorny's story has never been told. Until now.
AP Gorny: Different From the Rest opens January 29 at the Central Library. Following a major acquisition, the library will show five decades of artist books, prints, and a Buffalo legacy: all, rediscovered.
AP Gorny: Different From the Rest opens January 29 at the Central Library. Following a major acquisition, the library will show five decades of artist books, prints, and a Buffalo legacy: all, rediscovered.
Celebrating a big win for the Buffalo Bills yesterday!
Rep your Library and your favorite football team with our line of t-shirts, hoodies & totes: bl.buffalolib.org/ReadGoodBooks
Proceeds benefit the Library!
Rep your Library and your favorite football team with our line of t-shirts, hoodies & totes: bl.buffalolib.org/ReadGoodBooks
Proceeds benefit the Library!
January 12, 2026 at 7:27 PM
Celebrating a big win for the Buffalo Bills yesterday!
Rep your Library and your favorite football team with our line of t-shirts, hoodies & totes: bl.buffalolib.org/ReadGoodBooks
Proceeds benefit the Library!
Rep your Library and your favorite football team with our line of t-shirts, hoodies & totes: bl.buffalolib.org/ReadGoodBooks
Proceeds benefit the Library!
Please join us..The Buffalo & Erie County Public Library hosts its 45th Annual Celebration honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Thurs., Jan. 15 @ 6 pm, @ Merriweather, Library, 1324 Jefferson, Bflo. Free, featuring music & spoken word perfs by local students & artists in honor of King's legacy.
January 10, 2026 at 3:46 AM
Please join us..The Buffalo & Erie County Public Library hosts its 45th Annual Celebration honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Thurs., Jan. 15 @ 6 pm, @ Merriweather, Library, 1324 Jefferson, Bflo. Free, featuring music & spoken word perfs by local students & artists in honor of King's legacy.
Your Public Library can Change it All! Visit your Library today to check out works that have served as the catalyst for stories of transformation with influential Buffalonians. www.buffalolib.org/locations-an...
January 2, 2026 at 4:32 PM
Your Public Library can Change it All! Visit your Library today to check out works that have served as the catalyst for stories of transformation with influential Buffalonians. www.buffalolib.org/locations-an...
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International Institute of Buffalo has provided safety messaging related to the ongoing weather event, translated into several languages.
Pass the URL along to relatives, friends, neighbors, coworkers, & anyone else who might benefit from the information: bit.ly/4qtZaes
Pass the URL along to relatives, friends, neighbors, coworkers, & anyone else who might benefit from the information: bit.ly/4qtZaes
December 29, 2025 at 6:37 PM
International Institute of Buffalo has provided safety messaging related to the ongoing weather event, translated into several languages.
Pass the URL along to relatives, friends, neighbors, coworkers, & anyone else who might benefit from the information: bit.ly/4qtZaes
Pass the URL along to relatives, friends, neighbors, coworkers, & anyone else who might benefit from the information: bit.ly/4qtZaes
Looking for something to do this week? Stop by the Library! Check out the highlights below & full list of upcoming events here: bl.buffalolib.org/CEN-Programs
December 29, 2025 at 1:26 PM
Looking for something to do this week? Stop by the Library! Check out the highlights below & full list of upcoming events here: bl.buffalolib.org/CEN-Programs
All Buffalo & Erie County Public Library locations are closed on Thu., Dec. 25. Several libraries also have modified hours on Wed., Dec. 24. Call your Library or visit buffalolib.org for updated hours.
December 24, 2025 at 6:46 PM
All Buffalo & Erie County Public Library locations are closed on Thu., Dec. 25. Several libraries also have modified hours on Wed., Dec. 24. Call your Library or visit buffalolib.org for updated hours.
☆☆☆ 2025 TOP READS ☆☆☆
What were Buffalo & Erie County Public Library cardholders reading in 2025? Check out our Top Reads of the year in adult fiction & non-fiction, children's, young adult and teen!
What was your favorite book that you read this year?
What were Buffalo & Erie County Public Library cardholders reading in 2025? Check out our Top Reads of the year in adult fiction & non-fiction, children's, young adult and teen!
What was your favorite book that you read this year?
December 23, 2025 at 1:01 PM
☆☆☆ 2025 TOP READS ☆☆☆
What were Buffalo & Erie County Public Library cardholders reading in 2025? Check out our Top Reads of the year in adult fiction & non-fiction, children's, young adult and teen!
What was your favorite book that you read this year?
What were Buffalo & Erie County Public Library cardholders reading in 2025? Check out our Top Reads of the year in adult fiction & non-fiction, children's, young adult and teen!
What was your favorite book that you read this year?
Home for the holidays? Join us Sat., Dec. 27 at 3 pm for a guided tour of the Central Library's Special Collections department.
Get a behind-the-scenes look at our Local History, Genealogy, Map & Rare Book collections. Tour begins at the Grosvenor Room. buffalolib.libcal.com/event/13633500
Get a behind-the-scenes look at our Local History, Genealogy, Map & Rare Book collections. Tour begins at the Grosvenor Room. buffalolib.libcal.com/event/13633500
Special Collections Tour
Take a guided tour of the Central Library's Special Collections Department. Learn about the history of the Central Library and get in inside look at our Local History, Genealogy,...
buffalolib.libcal.com
December 22, 2025 at 5:33 PM
Home for the holidays? Join us Sat., Dec. 27 at 3 pm for a guided tour of the Central Library's Special Collections department.
Get a behind-the-scenes look at our Local History, Genealogy, Map & Rare Book collections. Tour begins at the Grosvenor Room. buffalolib.libcal.com/event/13633500
Get a behind-the-scenes look at our Local History, Genealogy, Map & Rare Book collections. Tour begins at the Grosvenor Room. buffalolib.libcal.com/event/13633500
Need a good book?
Ask a librarian!
In the spirit of the season, we’ve pulled a few items from the Library archive: lists of books recommended as gifts. Check out these historic lists, circa 1898 & more:
grosvenorroom.wordpress.com/2025/12/16/s...
Ask a librarian!
In the spirit of the season, we’ve pulled a few items from the Library archive: lists of books recommended as gifts. Check out these historic lists, circa 1898 & more:
grosvenorroom.wordpress.com/2025/12/16/s...
December 17, 2025 at 8:25 PM
Need a good book?
Ask a librarian!
In the spirit of the season, we’ve pulled a few items from the Library archive: lists of books recommended as gifts. Check out these historic lists, circa 1898 & more:
grosvenorroom.wordpress.com/2025/12/16/s...
Ask a librarian!
In the spirit of the season, we’ve pulled a few items from the Library archive: lists of books recommended as gifts. Check out these historic lists, circa 1898 & more:
grosvenorroom.wordpress.com/2025/12/16/s...
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Go to the public library.
In addition to books (lots!), you'll usually find public computers, outlets to charge your devices, printers, fax machines, copiers, DVDs and CDs to borrow, newspapers and magazines, community programs and services, or just a warm, quiet place.
In addition to books (lots!), you'll usually find public computers, outlets to charge your devices, printers, fax machines, copiers, DVDs and CDs to borrow, newspapers and magazines, community programs and services, or just a warm, quiet place.
December 11, 2025 at 8:26 PM
Go to the public library.
In addition to books (lots!), you'll usually find public computers, outlets to charge your devices, printers, fax machines, copiers, DVDs and CDs to borrow, newspapers and magazines, community programs and services, or just a warm, quiet place.
In addition to books (lots!), you'll usually find public computers, outlets to charge your devices, printers, fax machines, copiers, DVDs and CDs to borrow, newspapers and magazines, community programs and services, or just a warm, quiet place.
Lots of fun & engaging programs happening this week at the Central Library! Check out the highlights below & full list of upcoming events here: bl.buffalolib.org/CEN-Programs
December 15, 2025 at 7:34 PM
Lots of fun & engaging programs happening this week at the Central Library! Check out the highlights below & full list of upcoming events here: bl.buffalolib.org/CEN-Programs
Congratulations to @nftametro.bsky.social on the opening of the beautiful DL&W Station. The Library took a ride -- along with some friends -- to check it out. Your Library is open every day, just steps from Lafayette Square Station!
December 12, 2025 at 8:05 PM
Congratulations to @nftametro.bsky.social on the opening of the beautiful DL&W Station. The Library took a ride -- along with some friends -- to check it out. Your Library is open every day, just steps from Lafayette Square Station!