Leroy R. Coles, Jr. Branch Library

06/06/2020

Even if we can't easily leave our homes, we can still celebrate Pride with this very easy heart paper chain craft.

You will need:

Color construction paper (red, yellow, orange, green, blue, violet)
Scissors
Tape
Glue

First, trace and cut out hearts on the construction paper. If you are working with a budding artist it can be done freehand, but many little ones will find it easier to have you draw and cut the first one, from which they can trace. :)

Then, arrange the hearts in order (red, yellow, orange, green, blue, violet) and glue the overlapping edges together. That's it!

Each chain will have a minimum of six hearts, but you can make them as short or long as you want. They could be taped in a window, on the wall- anywhere that makes you happy. I put mine on a lamp.

Take a picture and share below if you make this craft!

06/06/2020

We open to the public beginning Monday, June 8! Read on...

GOOD NEWS! Beginning Monday, June 8, all libraries in the City of Buffalo will be OPEN to the public! Details here: https://tinyurl.com/y827m9b5

06/05/2020

Leroy R. Coles, Jr. Branch Library

Where's Reada?

We hid ten (10) Reada Book owls (the Library's mascot!) in this photo. Can you find all ten? Look closely!

06/05/2020

Where's Reada?

We hid ten (10) Reada Book owls (the Library's mascot!) in this photo. Can you find all ten? Look closely!

06/04/2020

For your information:

06/03/2020

Several libraries are now offering curbside and or walk-up services by phone reservation. Here’s the latest information: http://buffalolib.libcal.com/.

06/02/2020

Happy Pride Month to all of our beloved patrons! Want to know more about its history, or use resources to teach others? Check out the resources here: https://www.buffalolib.org/subject-guides/community-connections/lgbtq

06/02/2020

Leroy R. Coles, Jr. Branch Library's cover photo

05/29/2020

We will have to wait for Black Widow and Wonder Woman 1984, but in the meantime, why not check out some fantastic comics you can read through our collection on OverDrive?

http://buffalo.overdrive.com

As always, you just need your library card. Comment below or message us if you need any help!

05/29/2020

Scanning & Faxing on iOS Devices

Library Tech Clerk Ryan shows us how to scan documents and send them via emails & fax on iOS devices. Questions? Call 716-858-8900.

05/28/2020

Buffalo & Erie County Public Library - Central Library

Greetings Buffalo & Erie County Public Library patrons! We are getting ready to kick off our 2020 Online Summer Reading Contest on Saturday, June 13th. The contest runs from Saturday, June 13th - Thursday, August 13th. Registration for the contest begins Saturday, June 13th. The following is a direct link to the contest registration page: http://becplny08.readsquared.com/

05/28/2020

Congratulations 2020 graduates! The library has plenty of online resources to help you kick start your career. Check out our website for more: https://www.buffalolib.org/subject-guides/college-and-career/job-career-resources

05/27/2020

Home

Are you, or is there someone you know, in need of food? Immediate access to food is available 24 hours a day. For more information on food assistance or if you want to help contact the Food Bank of Western New York or the 716 Little Free Pantry Coalition. https://www.foodbankwny.org

Need any other kind of help? 211 WNY is your free & confidential link to health and human services, available 24/7. Call 211 or 1-888-696-9211 or visit 211wny.org for assistance.

FeedMore WNY is working diligently to react to the ever-changing developments of the COVID-19 outbreak and to prepare for the potential expansion of illness throughout our community. Below are several resources to assist our partner agencies and the community during this time. Donations help us meet...

05/26/2020

We need your help. Follow this link to send a message to our U.S. representatives – both congress & senate, seeking their support for federal stimulus funds for states and local governments due to the economic downturn from the coronavirus situation. https://www.buffalolib.org/sites/default/files/users/cen/ADVOCACY/Advocacy%20page%20for%20website.pdf.

05/26/2020

The Big Thing Book

A free children's book about the pandemic, The Big Thing, by Alex Friedman and Angela Meng with illustrations by Alvaro Gonzalez, is now available to download in 8 languages. This is a wonderful resource for parents and teachers alike. https://www.thebigthing.org/

An affirming children's story on finding silver linings, joy, family, and resilience during a global pandemic.

05/23/2020

"Eid Mubarak" to all of our friends celebrating Eid al-Fitr, the end of Ramadan, this weekend!

Want a fun craft to share with your kids to celebrate Eid? You can read instructions on how make this beautiful mosque from paper bags here: https://www.helloholydays.com/2016/05/06/paper-bag-mosques/

05/23/2020

Buffalo & Erie County Public Library - Central Library

Buffalo & Erie County Public Library - Central Library

Next week is the Buffalo Schools "BPS Virtual Wellness Week!" Get ready for some fun! The week will be full of activities for families and students. Here is a BPS video with more details: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YhwnEooKjN8

05/20/2020

A couple of our libraries are making shields with our 3D printers for use when we come back to work. Great job-thanks Tyler & Lydia!

05/18/2020

New Online Resources – African American Churches in Buffalo

Are you researching Buffalo African American genealogy or history? The Library System’s Grosvenor Room has created a list and map of historic and current African American churches. We hope you find it useful.

If you are researching Buffalo African American genealogy or history, the Grosvenor Room has two new resources that may help. The first is a list of African American Churches, including current and…

05/18/2020

VisiCalc, the first spreadsheet program made for the personal computer, was demonstrated to the public for the first time on May 11, 1979. VisiCalc paved the way for current popular spreadsheet programs like Microsoft Excel. Click here to take a Microsoft Excel tutorial recommended by our TechKnow Lab experts and learn everything from the basics to the more advanced aspects of Microsoft Excel. bit.ly/gcfexceltutorial

05/17/2020

U.S. Census Bureau

U.S. Census Bureau

The #2020Census is your once-in-a-decade chance to shape the future of your family and community.

05/16/2020

www.buffalolib.org

A reminder for our patrons: all library materials are due June 1st, 2020. But if you're looking for a dropbox to return materials now, look here for locations!https://www.buffalolib.org/sites/default/files/users/dcteam/new-releases/Branches%205.8.pdf

05/14/2020

Celebrating Art! 2020 Virtual Student Arts Exhibition- Buffalo Public Schools

We are delighted to share with you artwork from Buffalo Schools students. This year’s "Celebrate Art" is virtual. Annually, downtown Central Library has hosted a fantastic display featuring artwork from PreK- 12th grade BPS students; however the COVID-19 pandemic has prevented that from happening. Thank you to all who made this possible. Click here: https://youtu.be/3Opeg6E1M_4

Celebrating Art! 2020 Virtual Student Arts Exhibition (Buffalo Public Schools) Every May, the Buffalo Public Schools' Department of Arts hosts a districtwide...

05/13/2020

Did you know that May is National Asian Pacific American Heritage Month?

One of the best ways to honor, explore, and learn about cultural heritage is through reading- why not check out one of these books, all written by Asian Pacific American authors? Leave a review below if you've read any of them!

They are all available on OverDrive here: https://buffalo.overdrive.com. Need help downloading the app or finding any of the books? Message us or comment below.

05/12/2020

S.M. Traphagen

Local author S.M. Traphagen reads Shel Silverstein's classic book "The Giving Tree."

The Giving Tree always inspired me; my whole life I've imagined trees can talk and have feelings. During a time when we need nature even more, and a way to connect with others--The Giving Tree is the perfect book! It was a childhood favorite, and still is!

05/10/2020

May is Get Caught Reading Month and our libraries are hard at work providing virtual programming for you! Storytimes, cooking lessons, LEGO clubs, poetry, coding and more... check it all out at https://bit.ly/35jwP2b​.

05/10/2020

It’s time to celebrate Mom! Tune into our Mother’s Day playlist on Freegal, where you can listen to and download thousands of great songs! https://buffalolib.freegalmusic.com/home/featured/playlists/258309

05/08/2020

Round out your week with this fun word search courtesy of Ryan, Tech Clerk at Coles Library. Have a great weekend, everyone.

05/08/2020

Mother's Day Craft: Easy DIY Flowers

To make something special for all of the Moms in your life, all you need are some coffee filters, markers, water, and creativity.

05/07/2020

U.S. Census Bureau

U.S. Census Bureau

You can complete the #2020Census online, in no time at all.

05/07/2020

Have you completed the Census yet? Make sure to visit https://2020census.gov/ and get counted!

05/06/2020

Contest alert! Our Rambunctious Reada Book Owl is out and about exploring all of the fun, safe things to do and, she wants to have fun with you, too! Use one of our new coloring sheets or create your own Reada to hang in your window or pose practicing your favorite safe activity! See the coloring book here: https://www.buffalolib.org/sites/default/files/users/cen/files/Reada%20Coloring%20Book/coloring%20book%20complete%204_28.pdf​. Take a picture and submit entries between May 1 - 31 for a chance to win a prize! Open to all. Winners will be randomly selected. Enter by emailing to [email protected] with your name & phone number, or by tagging the Central Library's page (https://www.facebook.com/buffalolibrary.central/).

05/05/2020

Such an interesting image! Did of the choices surprise you?

Have you read "The Great Gatsby" by F. Scott Fitzgerald? If you'd like to, we have both the ebook and audiobook on OverDrive. https://buffalo.overdrive.com/