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!

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...

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

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.

☆☆☆ 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?

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

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...

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.

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!

IMPORTANT NOTICE: The hoopla streaming services will end on Dec. 31 due to a significant increase in costs to the Library for digital materials.

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

Federal grants have been reinstated by the Institute of Museum and Library Services, a win for communities all across the country: www.nytimes.com/2025/12/05/a... But we can't slow down. We need Congress to #FundLibraries in next year's budget. Take action: app.oneclickpolitics.com/campaign-pag...

Season’s greetings & season’s readings! Find your next warm, wintery read in the Libby app: buffalo.overdrive.com

We are Profoundly Thankful for YOU! This #GivingTuesday, our generous patrons supported libraries with $5,852.80 in donations. Every dollar will make a direct impact on our shelves across Erie County. Thank you! Donate to help fund new reading materials: bl.buffalolib.org/BucksForBooks

Thank you to all who have supported the Library today as part of Giving Tuesday. There's still time to contribute - your tax-deductible donation will help provide new reading materials for our neighbors across Erie County. bl.buffalolib.org/GivingTuesday

Great Lakes mariners & shipwrecks are given a fresh retelling in this new graphic history of Buffalo as a maritime port. Learn about the rollicking history of Buffalo's infamous Canal District with Jeff Z. Klein & Scott A. Wood on Wed., Dec. 3 @ 6 pm at Central Library.

Today, on #GivingTuesday, you can put more books directly into the hands of your neighbors. Your gift to the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library can help us remain #ProfoundlyPublic: our shelves full, and our doors open to all. DONATE NOW: bl.buffalolib.org/GivingTuesday

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

Great Lakes mariners & shipwrecks are given a fresh retelling in this new graphic history of Buffalo as a maritime port. Learn about the rollicking history of Buffalo's infamous Canal District with Jeff Z. Klein & Scott A. Wood on Wed., Dec. 3 @ 6 pm at Central Library.

Great write up of the indy author day at @buffalolibrary.bsky.social from Buffalo State's student paper. buffstaterecord.com/21654/recent...

There’s still time to sign a letter encouraging your Erie County Legislator to vote in favor of the proposed budget allocation of Library Real Property Taxes. Stop by your library or sign online: BL.BuffaloLib.org/2026Support

Give a gift that makes a profound difference. A donation to the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library’s Annual Fund will have a positive impact on the community & our ability to continue to provide both new and traditional library services. bl.buffalolib.org/AnnualFund2025

Check out this clip from today's Daytime Buffalo with Kate Glaser, @adamzyglis.bsky.social and Interim Director Dorinda Darden chatting about the Library's "Changed It All" campaign! www.wivb.com/daytime-buff...

So great to spend time with @news4buffalo.bsky.social's Kate Glaser & @adamzyglis.bsky.social this morning to talk about the Library's "Changed It All" campaign!

Upcoming Science Cafe program. Wed,. Dec. 3 @ 11 am. Info: 716-465-8319.

Join us TOMORROW, Sat., Nov. 15 at Central Library for Indie Author Day, Buffalo’s premier independent author event, including a book fair! Free. Details, registration & program schedule: bl.buffalolib.org/Indie2025

Your Public Library can Change it All… Just ask @coryarcangel.com, Dorinda Darden, Phil Machemer & Paul Guminski! Swipe through to check out a few of the works that served as the catalyst for stories of transformation with these influential Buffalonians.

Your Public Library can Change it All… Just ask @anidifrancomusic.bsky.social, David Boreanaz, Yuki Numata Resnick & Donny Kutzbach! Swipe through to check out a few of the works that served as the catalyst for stories of transformation with these influential Buffalonians.

Your Public Library can Change it All… Just ask Chef Darian Bryan, Kate Glaser, @adamzyglis.bsky.social & Christian Benford! Swipe through to check out a few of the works that served as the catalyst for stories of transformation with these influential Buffalonians.

Your Public Library can Change it All… Just ask @wolfblitzercnn.bsky.social, Ashleigh Carter, @sulliview.bsky.social, Emily Reynolds & Nando-Alvarez Perez! Swipe through to check out a few of the works that served as the catalyst for stories of transformation with these influential Buffalonians.

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