Western New York Library Resources Council - WNYLRC

08/27/2026

From the Vault:

We aren't the least bit bittern seeing this adorable photo of least bittern chicks! 🐣🐥

Fun fact: the least bittern is the smallest member of the heron family and you can see them in their natural habitat at Tifft Nature Preserve! They're among the more than 260 bird species you can see at the Preserve.

This historical photo was processed by our collections team in partnership with Chicago Albumen Works thanks to funding from an Access and Innovation Grant awarded to the Museum by the Western New York Library Resources Council - WNYLRC.

07/30/2026

We are absolutely thrilled to be a part of this important project, benefiting libraries and their communities around Western New York!

The Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Foundation announced a $1.5 million investment in WNY libraries over the next three years, with more than 20 rural libraries already approved for grants this year.

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07/28/2026

Recently asked questions about prevailing wage rates, trustee training, and library volunteers in July 2026 - https://mailchi.mp/d5180dd5c8d0/recently-asked-questions-to-the-lawyer-july-2026

07/18/2026

Local architecture and design firm, Trautman Associates, recently made comments to Buffalo Business First, indicating that the firm believed academic libraries are outdated, dusty spaces. We disagree. Here is a gift link to our response - thank you to The Buffalo News for giving us the space to express our displeasure.

The nearly two dozen college and university libraries in Western New York are well-used spaces full of collaboration, lively discussion, and creativity, guided by trained and technologically savvy library staff.

07/15/2026

Who knew you'd be able to borrow kayaks from the library!

07/15/2026

Look at this great study pod!

Come check out our new Study Pod, made possible by The Rural Library Grant, powered by the Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation!

Whether you're studying for an exam, diving into a good book, attending a Zoom meeting, or just looking for a quiet place to focus, our Study Pod is the perfect spot.

Stop by the library and give it a try!

07/15/2026

We're so excited to see the final result!

06/23/2026

We got to see this booth in person a couple of weeks ago and it looks great!

We’re excited to introduce a new quiet workspace at the library!

Zenbooth is a private, sound-reduced space for focused work and privacy—perfect for meetings, telehealth appointments, job interviews, studying, and other tasks that need quiet concentration.

Using the Zenbooth:
• Available first-come, first-served when not reserved
• Reservations available for up to 2 hours
• Walk-ins must check in at the circulation desk

To reserve, call 716-592-7742 or stop in.

This project was made possible through the generous support of the Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Foundation Rural Library Grant Program, with thanks to Western New York Library Resources Council - WNYLRC (WNYLRC) and the Rochester Regional Library Council