Job Fair, this Friday, Nov 14, Central Library. 10 am - 1 pm. 70 + employers. Dress for success & bring your resume.

Attend the Native American Boarding School Experience in WNY film and panel discussion is Wed,. Nov 19 @ 6pm in the Central Library’s Auditorium, free. https:/ /tinyurl.com/yc33fvaw

Support the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library by shopping our Amazon wishlist. Books will be made available for borrowing throughout Erie County. bl.buffalolib.org/Amazon

Love your library? Sign a letter to your Erie County Legislator encouraging them vote in favor of the proposed budget allocation of Library Real Property Taxes. Stop by your library or sign online: BL.BuffaloLib.org/2026Support

The Library is exploring how future interior improvements at the downtown Central Library can better meet the needs of @eriecounty.bsky.social residents. Attend an online public engagement session TODAY, Wed., Nov 5 @ 7 pm: bl.buffalolib.org/CEN-Zoom Learn more: bl.buffalolib.org/CEN-Study

Beth Fronckowiak from Buffalo Toronto Public Media will discuss "Liberty & Legacy: Exploring the Revolution in Western New York” at the next free, virtual IMAGINE Buffalo program. See you on Zoom today, Tue., Nov. 4 @ 12:30 pm. bl.buffalolib.org/IMAGINEBuffalo

Join us for the Annual #IndieAuthorDay on Sat., November 15 at Central Library for an exciting lineup of presentations, panel discussions, networking & more. Whether you’re a published author or just starting your journey, this free event is for you! buffalolib.libcal.com/event/15047273

We are exploring how future interior improvements @ Central Library can better meet the needs of local residents. Learn more: bl.buffalolib.org/CEN-Study Take a survey: bl.buffalolib.org/CEN-Survey, and attend an online public engagement mtg. Wed., Nov 5 @ 7 p.m. via Zoom: bl.buffalolib.org/CEN-Zoom

This Sat. Nov 8 @ 1pm, join us for a conversation about the exciting history of the entertainment community in Buffalo. Free, presented with Explore Buffalo featuring Christine Campbell. buffalolib.libcal.com/event/13807798

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

Way to go Buffalo Bills!

We are exploring how future interior improvements @ Central Library can better meet the needs of local residents. Learn more: bl.buffalolib.org/CEN-Study Take a survey: bl.buffalolib.org/CEN-Survey, and attend an online public engagement mtg. Wed., Nov 5 @ 7 p.m. via Zoom: bl.buffalolib.org/CEN-Zoom

I've actually had the chance to use the phrase "people over machines" in real life a lot more than I expected! Really exciting to spend time with writers and @buffalolibrary.bsky.social talking about why that matters with book editing and research.

Join us for the Annual #IndieAuthorDay on Sat., November 15 at Central Library for an exciting lineup of presentations, panel discussions, networking & more. Whether you’re a published author or just starting your journey, this free event is for you! buffalolib.libcal.com/event/15047273

Do you need food assistance? Call or visit these food banks & pantries within a 5-mile radius of Central Library. Find more locations: www.feedmorewny.org/pro.../find-... If you need immediate assistance, call 716-858-7239 or text your zip code to 898-211.

New Book Club in a Bag titles just in!!! 📚 If you're in a book club and looking for new titles, look no further! Book Club in a Bag offers 10 copies of your selected titles, as well as an audiobook or large print (if available) & ready-made discussion questions. www.buffalolib.org/book-clubs/b...

Love your library? Sign a (digital) letter to your Erie County Legislator encouraging them vote in favor of the proposed budget allocation of Library Real Property Taxes. BL.BuffaloLib.org/2026Support

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

Join us tomorrow, Sat., Oct. 25 at Central Library to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the Erie Canal with expert Pamela J. Vittorio! Learn about the opening of the Canal, the peopling of WNY and more. buffalolib.libcal.com/event/14907095

Love your library? Sign a (digital) letter to your Erie County Legislator encouraging them vote in favor of the proposed budget allocation of Library Real Property Taxes. BL.BuffaloLib.org/2026Support

🎉 This Saturday, Oct. 25, come to "Community Day at Canalside," the 200th birthday of the Erie Canal! A family-friendly event with unveiling of historic markers, Erie County Park Rangers, local actor playing Joseph Elliott, @buffaloniagara.bsky.social cupcakes, @buffalolibrary.bsky.social, & more!

Join us tonight, Thu., Oct. 23 at 6 pm at the Central Library as Lisa Berglund, President of the Dictionary Society of North America, discusses objects found in early 19th century dictionaries & what we can learn from these historic inclusions.

The Library is teaming up with Live Well Erie to remind our community that developmental screenings aren’t scary: they’re empowering! 💪Screenings help you understand your child’s growth and make confident decisions as a parent. #ScreenErieEarly #UnScaryScreening #LiveWellErie #HelpMeGrowWNY

A no-pressure, self-guided hour of silent reading? Sign us up! Join us at the next meeting of "Paging Through History" on Thu., Oct. 30 at 6 pm at the Central Library. Bring your own book or from the Grosvenor Room collection of local history texts. buffalolib.libcal.com/event/15387970

Join us online, Wed, 10/22 @ 7pm to hear from Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Malala Yousafzai about her astonishing memoir, ‘Finding My Way’ Malala shares how she navigated life- while seeking the freedom to find out who she truly is. Free, register here: libraryc.org/buffalolib

Time is running out to get your presale tickets for tomorrow's Books, Bites & Banter happy hour fundraiser! Tue., Oct. 21 from 5-7 pm Big Ditch Brewing Co. Admission includes 2 drink tickets & light snacks. $35 presale/$40 at the door. bl.buffalolib.org/Bites-2025

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

Due to the ongoing Amazon Web Services issue that is currently affecting internet access across the globe, Hoopla Digital is experiencing technical issues. The team is monitoring the situation and working to get the platform fully functional as soon as possible. Thank you for your patience!

TOMORROW! Join us on Fri., Oct. 17 from 1-4 pm to preview "The American Revolution," Ken Burns' upcoming documentary, with reenactors, crafts, music & food samples! Details: buffalolib.libcal.com/event/15145054

Y'all come see me next Monday at the Dudley Branch Library in beautiful South Buffalo! #clinicalresearch #healthscreening #FREE #BillsMafia #sabrehood

Join us for the 9th Annual #IndieAuthorDay on Sat., November 15 at Central Library for an exciting lineup of presentations, panel discussions, networking & more. Whether you’re a published author or just starting your journey, this free event is for you! buffalolib.libcal.com/event/15047273

Join us at the Newstead Public Library on Mon., Oct. 20 at 6:30 pm to learn about building fluent readers! Stacey Pellicano, area literacy consultant and dyslexia advocate, will discuss how the brain learns to read and the role of decodable texts in building fluent readers.

Free programs @ the Library this week

Every day, books drive breakthroughs at your Buffalo & Erie County Public Library. Support this mission by joining us for our annual Books, Bites & Banter Happy Hour fundraiser on Tue., Oct. 21 from 5-7 pm at Big Ditch Brewing Co! Get tickets: bl.buffalolib.org/Bites-2025

The Spooky Library Party is almost here! Join us on Sat., Oct. 18 for trick or treating, games, crafts, and The Super Hilarious Magic Show by Nick Mambretti! The event runs 1:00 - 4:00 pm with Magician Nick Mambretti taking the stage at 3pm!"

Every day, books drive breakthroughs at your Buffalo & Erie County Public Library. Support this mission by joining us for our annual Books, Bites & Banter Happy Hour fundraiser on Tue., Oct. 21 from 5-7 pm at Big Ditch Brewing Co! Get tickets: bl.buffalolib.org/Bites-2025

I discovered my local @buffalolibrary.bsky.social has an extensive collection of Criterion Collection films. I’ve let most of the streaming services go. Amazon Prime was the last to go. I’d forgotten how great DVDs are with commentaries and trailers.

From the American Library Association archives... Library work - the profession on which all other professions and occupations depend! #ThrowbackThursday

For our former director John Spears, intellectual freedom was at the very heart of librarianship. He believed that few books explore its importance as powerfully as 1984. During his travels, he began collecting editions from around the world, each in its original language.

The Library welcomes the Buffalo Humanities Festival today, Sat., Sept 20.

Erie County is Hiring! Erie County, ECMC, SUNY Erie and the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library are hiring for various positions. Learn more about the available positions and begin down a path towards a new career with the Erie County family of employers: www3.erie.gov/employment/j...

Celebrating the Life of Library Director John Spears Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. Buffalo & Erie County Public Library Downtown Central Library • Auditorium 1 Lafayette Square, Buffalo, NY The celebration will also be live streamed via Zoom: bl.buffalolib.org/SpearsAug20

Buffalo is Spinning it Forward! New drop today. We ALSO have cool new friends in the effort - BTPM TheBridge! Today's tunes include: Sweet Dreams / Angel Olsen Take You On A Cruise / Interpol Hard Luck Karma / Handsome Jack Time (You and I) / Khruangbin #SpinItForward (Music by Handsome Jack)

Call for submissions for Buffalo & Erie County Library's Indie Author Day 2025 on Saturday, November 15 & additional literary programming throughout November. Deadline to apply: Sunday, August 31. BL.BuffaloLib.org/IAD2025Proposals #IndieAuthorDay #IndieAuthors #ReadLocal #BookLover #Writing

Join us for a very special storytime featuring author and Buffalo Bills cornerback Christian Benford on Monday, August 25 at the Crane Branch Library! Storytime starts at 11:30 a.m. and will feature his book “Stylish Safari: The Adventures of Being You.”

Earlier this week, the Library officially celebrated the opening of the Western New York Digitization Center at the Central Library, a major milestone in our commitment to preserving and sharing local history. Learn more: www.newyorkfamilyhistory.org/western-new-...

In honor of National Vinyl Record Day (8/12), the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library is launching SPIN IT FORWARD – an ongoing effort to revitalize our vinyl collection (which hasn’t been replenished since 1989) & an encouragement to shop our amazing independent record stores.

Join us this Thursday, July 31 from 5:30-6:45 pm at the downtown Central Library for Trivia @ the Library! Test your knowledge on categories like Buffalo history, pop culture, science, TV, movies & more! Registration requested but not required. Details: buffalolib.libcal.com/event/14061842