Frank E. Merriweather, Jr. Library

06/02/2026

Join us at Central Library on Wed., June 3 at 6 pm for our quarterly book swap! Bring your old speculative fiction books (i.e. fantasy, horror, and science fiction) to trade with your fellow book lovers and join us for an evening of games and book talk! This program is for adults & walk-ins are welcome.

06/02/2026

06/02/2026

06/01/2026

The Erie County Arts in Public Places Committee is looking for submissions for public art at the Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens! Deadline extended to June 12. Details: https://www4.erie.gov/publicart/

06/01/2026

Join us to play Dungeons & Dragons at select libraries! View upcoming programs: https://bl.buffalolib.org/DungeonsAndDragons

05/31/2026

There’s still time to check out the Buffalo Public Schools’ annual “Celebrating Art” art show at Central Library. On display through June 11. Stop by to view these inspiring works!

05/31/2026

Shop the Library’s wish list! Books purchased will be added to the Library’s collection and available for borrowing throughout the 37 Buffalo & Erie County Public Library locations. https://bl.buffalolib.org/Wish-List

05/30/2026

NFTA Metro, the Erie County Parks & NYS parks have teamed up to provide FREE round trip service on select Saturdays this summer. Learn more: https://metro.nfta.com/programs/parks-adventure-bus

05/30/2026

Announcing our June 2026 HEAP Cooling Outreaches!

Our Erie County Dept. for the Aging HEAP Outreach employees will be at the following locations during the month of June. If you cannot access one of these locations in time, call the HEAP office directly to see if you qualify to apply by phone at 716-858-7644. If you have general questions regarding the HEAP Cooling Program or ECDFA HEAP Outreaches, please call us @ NY Connects 716-858-8526.

All scheduled events are tentative and dates may be rescheduled or added at any time. For up-to-date info regarding the outreaches, please call (716)858-8526.

Be proactive! Apply now! Don't wait until it's either too hot or when HEAP funding is exhausted.

05/29/2026

🌬️ Stay Cool This Summer with HEAP Cooling Assistance 🌬️

The Erie County Department of Social Services is here to help eligible households stay safe and comfortable during the warmer months through the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) Cooling Assistance Benefit.

☀️ Cooling Outreach Dates – June 2026

Eligible residents may receive assistance toward an air conditioner or fan (including installation) to help keep homes cool and safe during extreme heat.

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with HEAP Outreach staff and learn more about eligibility and how to apply.

📞 For more information, visit: https://www3.erie.gov/heap/