Leroy R. Coles, Jr. Branch Library

05/12/2021

Join us to learn about finding your small businesses ideal client. The program features Bill Carlson, Customer Success Manager with Reference Solutions. This FREE virtual workshop is being held via Zoom on Thursday, May 13 at 1 p.m. Registration required. https://buffalolib.libcal.com/event/7763200

Join us to learn about finding your small businesses ideal client. The program features Bill Carlson, Customer Success Manager with Reference Solutions. This FREE virtual workshop is being held via Zoom on Thursday, May 13 at 1 p.m. Registration required. https://buffalolib.libcal.com/event/7763200

05/11/2021

Join the League of Women Voters and a panel of civic leaders for a free, virtual roundtable discussion about citizenship and voting on Thursday, May 13 @ 7 p.m. Register: tinyurl.com/FightingForOurVote

Join the League of Women Voters and a panel of civic leaders for a free, virtual roundtable discussion about citizenship and voting on Thursday, May 13 @ 7 p.m. Register: tinyurl.com/FightingForOurVote

05/10/2021

Christiana Limniatis & Aimee Rogers are the featured speakers at the next free, virtual IMAGINE Buffalo series. Join us on Zoom on Tuesday, May 11 @ 12:30 pm: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85839766406

Christiana Limniatis & Aimee Rogers are the featured speakers at the next free, virtual IMAGINE Buffalo series. Join us on Zoom on Tuesday, May 11 @ 12:30 pm: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85839766406

05/07/2021

Join Young Audiences of WNY and Kristin Brandt for a free Yoga and Mindfulness program for Mental Health Awareness Month on Saturday, May 8 at 1 p.m. Participants of all ages and abilities will be guided through meditation, learn breathing techniques and practice basic yoga postures. https://zoom.us/j/97433519289

05/06/2021

It's back again! Do you need help putting a resume together - or, if you've got one, polishing it up? Well, you're in luck. The Leroy R. Coles, Jr. Branch Library is hosting two free Resume Workshops on Saturday, May 15th! As part of these workshops, the Library's Technology Clerk, Ryan, will show you how to create a professional resume using free templates in Microsoft Word. Once you've got the resume built, we'll show you how to save it and send it wherever it needs to go.

Space is limited due to physical distancing requirements - only 4 spaces per hour-long workshop are available. To book a time slot, please call the Coles Branch Library at (716) 896-4433. We look forward to seeing you and helping you toward getting your next job!

It's back again! Do you need help putting a resume together - or, if you've got one, polishing it up? Well, you're in luck. The Leroy R. Coles, Jr. Branch Library is hosting two free Resume Workshops on Saturday, May 15th! As part of these workshops, the Library's Technology Clerk, Ryan, will show you how to create a professional resume using free templates in Microsoft Word. Once you've got the resume built, we'll show you how to save it and send it wherever it needs to go.

Space is limited due to physical distancing requirements - only 4 spaces per hour-long workshop are available. To book a time slot, please call the Coles Branch Library at (716) 896-4433. We look forward to seeing you and helping you toward getting your next job!

05/04/2021

Today's the day! Stop by from 5-6 to make Star Wars crafts, color, and celebrate May the 4th!

This program is free and for all ages. Patrons will be socially distanced. Can't make it? Not a problem. We will have take-home craft bags after the program ends.

Today's the day! Stop by from 5-6 to make Star Wars crafts, color, and celebrate May the 4th!

This program is free and for all ages. Patrons will be socially distanced. Can't make it? Not a problem. We will have take-home craft bags after the program ends.

05/04/2021

Curious about your family's history? Join the Library online on May 5th @ 2 p.m. for Genealogy 101.
This class is part of the Erie County Senior Services University Express program. Register: https://erie.webex.com/erie/onstage/g.php?MTID=e3c4df2ce1f616e0def7c630012f9c71c

Curious about your family's history? Join the Library online on May 5th @ 2 p.m. for Genealogy 101.
This class is part of the Erie County Senior Services University Express program. Register: https://erie.webex.com/erie/onstage/g.php?MTID=e3c4df2ce1f616e0def7c630012f9c71c

05/03/2021

Rich Newberg, retired WIVB-TV Senior Correspondent, will discuss “Buffalo TV News and the Pursuit of Racial Justice” at the free virtual IMAGINE Buffalo Series on Tuesday, May 4 @ 12:30 p.m. See you on Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85839766406

Rich Newberg, retired WIVB-TV Senior Correspondent, will discuss “Buffalo TV News and the Pursuit of Racial Justice” at the free virtual IMAGINE Buffalo Series on Tuesday, May 4 @ 12:30 p.m. See you on Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85839766406

04/30/2021

Eligible voters can now request an absentee ballot for the Tuesday, June 22 primary through the Erie County Board of Elections online portal. All eligible Erie County voters may vote absentee because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Call 716-858-8891 with questions. https://elections.erie.gov/AbsenteeApp

Eligible voters can now request an absentee ballot for the Tuesday, June 22 primary through the Erie County Board of Elections online portal. All eligible Erie County voters may vote absentee because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Call 716-858-8891 with questions. https://elections.erie.gov/AbsenteeApp

04/30/2021

Join Young Audiences of WNY and Kristin Brandt for a free Yoga and Mindfulness program for Mental Health Awareness Month on Saturday, May 8 at 1 p.m. Participants of all ages and abilities will be guided through meditation, learn breathing techniques and practice basic yoga postures. https://zoom.us/j/97433519289

Join Young Audiences of WNY and Kristin Brandt for a free Yoga and Mindfulness program for Mental Health Awareness Month on Saturday, May 8 at 1 p.m. Participants of all ages and abilities will be guided through meditation, learn breathing techniques and practice basic yoga postures. https://zoom.us/j/97433519289

04/30/2021

Celebrating El Día del Niño - Mary Jean Jakubowski

Today, April 30, we celebrate “El Dia del Niño” or “Day of the Child,” which links literacy & language as a way of supporting the well-being of children. Check out this storytime with Buffalo & Erie County Public Library Director Mary Jean Jakubowski reading “How to Read a Story” by Kate Messner. https://youtu.be/hviplaChfZY

Buffalo & Erie County Public Library Director Mary Jean Jakubowski reads "How to Read a Story" by Kate Messner, in celebration of El Día del Niño (April 30, ...

04/28/2021

Join Erie County Senior Services for their upcoming free, virtual University Express classes on topics such as genealogy, technology, poetry, racial equity & more. https://www2.erie.gov/universityexpress/index.php?q=live-streaming-registration

Join Erie County Senior Services for their upcoming free, virtual University Express classes on topics such as genealogy, technology, poetry, racial equity & more. https://www2.erie.gov/universityexpress/index.php?q=live-streaming-registration

04/27/2021

Let's face it, we don't need an excuse to come to the Library-- but here's another one. Looking for a fun, family-friendly activity to do in the Library?

Now through May 15th, stop by the Branch to pick up a Library Bingo or Scavenger Hunt (or print one out below)! Fill them out to be entered into a raffle for prize bags with books, journals, jewelry, candles and more. Drop them off at the Information Desk or email it to [email protected].

04/26/2021

Learn about Canalside’s Vintage Carousel with Joan Bozer & friends at the next free, virtual IMAGINE Buffalo program! Join us on Zoom on Tuesday, April 27 at 12:30 p.m. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85839766406

Learn about Canalside’s Vintage Carousel with Joan Bozer & friends at the next free, virtual IMAGINE Buffalo program! Join us on Zoom on Tuesday, April 27 at 12:30 p.m. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85839766406

04/23/2021

Erie County Health Department Presents: COVID-19 Vaccine Myths & Facts

There are a lot of myths out there about COVID-19 vaccines. Don't be deceived. Getting vaccinated protects you, your family, and your community from serious illness. Help us get back to normal: #GetVaccinated​.

Check out the important information below.

There are a lot of myths out there about COVID-19 vaccines. Don't be deceived. Getting vaccinated protects you, your family, and your community from serious ...

04/22/2021

Happy Earth Day 2021! Stop by today to pick up a free crafting bag to make your own glittery Earth mobile. Here's how you'll make it:

1. Grab the paper plate and draw an outline of the continents on it. Have fun with it- make it abstract, or try to recreate it from memory.

2. With liquid glue, fill in the countries. Grab the green glitter and pour it over the glue. Gently pat it down and let it dry. This will take about 10 minutes.

3. Fill in the glue around the continents and cover it in blue glitter to make the oceans. Let it dry for 10 minutes.

4. Punch a hole in the top of the plate (a pencil works well) and loop the wire through it. Tie at the top to make the plate into a mobile. You're done!

Happy Earth Day 2021! Stop by today to pick up a free crafting bag to make your own glittery Earth mobile. Here's how you'll make it:

1. Grab the paper plate and draw an outline of the continents on it. Have fun with it- make it abstract, or try to recreate it from memory.

2. With liquid glue, fill in the countries. Grab the green glitter and pour it over the glue. Gently pat it down and let it dry. This will take about 10 minutes.

3. Fill in the glue around the continents and cover it in blue glitter to make the oceans. Let it dry for 10 minutes.

4. Punch a hole in the top of the plate (a pencil works well) and loop the wire through it. Tie at the top to make the plate into a mobile. You're done!

04/21/2021

Is your monstera getting monstrous? Snake plant looking sickly? Devil's ivy dropping leaves? Dr. Houseplant is your key to a thriving indoor home garden! https://bepl.ent.sirsi.net/client/en_US/default/search/detailnonmodal/ent:$002f$002fSD_ILS$002f0$002fSD_ILS:2132636/ada?qu=doctor+houseplant&d=ent%3A%2F%2FSD_ILS%2F0%2FSD_ILS%3A2132636%7EILS%7E0&ic=true&h=8

Is your monstera getting monstrous? Snake plant looking sickly? Devil's ivy dropping leaves? Dr. Houseplant is your key to a thriving indoor home garden! https://bepl.ent.sirsi.net/client/en_US/default/search/detailnonmodal/ent:$002f$002fSD_ILS$002f0$002fSD_ILS:2132636/ada?qu=doctor+houseplant&d=ent%3A%2F%2FSD_ILS%2F0%2FSD_ILS%3A2132636%7EILS%7E0&ic=true&h=8

04/19/2021

Want to find out where your immigrant ancestors were from? Join us online Wednesday, April 21 @ 2 p.m. for Breaking Old: Finding Foreign Places of Birth in American Records. Register: https://buffalolib.libcal.com/event/7526090

Want to find out where your immigrant ancestors were from? Join us online Wednesday, April 21 @ 2 p.m. for Breaking Old: Finding Foreign Places of Birth in American Records. Register: https://buffalolib.libcal.com/event/7526090

04/18/2021

Learn about the Larkin Company at the next free, virtual IMAGINE Buffalo program at 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 20. Join us on Zoom! https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85839766406

Learn about the Larkin Company at the next free, virtual IMAGINE Buffalo program at 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 20. Join us on Zoom! https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85839766406

04/18/2021

Join our friends at Just Buffalo as they welcome bestseller author Ta-Nehisi Coates to their next virtual BABEL program on Thursday, April 22 at 8 p.m. Tickets ($) and details at https://www.justbuffalo.org/.

Join our friends at Just Buffalo as they welcome bestseller author Ta-Nehisi Coates to their next virtual BABEL program on Thursday, April 22 at 8 p.m. Tickets ($) and details at https://www.justbuffalo.org/.

04/14/2021

It’s getting warmer outside! Children can borrow soccer & lacrosse kits for kids, FREE with your library card at the Isaías González-Soto Branch Library on Buffalo’s West Side. Parent/guardian permission required. Ask about the Play Down Your Fines program, call 716-882-1537.

It’s getting warmer outside! Children can borrow soccer & lacrosse kits for kids, FREE with your library card at the Isaías González-Soto Branch Library on Buffalo’s West Side. Parent/guardian permission required. Ask about the Play Down Your Fines program, call 716-882-1537.

04/13/2021

Today, from 2-5 PM, a representative from Mental Health PEER Connection, a "peer-driven advocacy organization dedicated to facilitating self-directed growth, wellness and choice through genuine peer mentoring" will visit the Branch to provide information about their services. Stop by to learn more about their important advocacy for individuals with disabilities.

You can learn more here: http://wnyil.org/Mental-Health-PEER-Connection

04/11/2021

Michelle Urbanczyk will provide updates on Explore & More Children’s Museum at the free, virtual IMAGINE Buffalo program on Tuesday, April 13 at 12:30 p.m. Join us on Zoom! https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85839766406

Michelle Urbanczyk will provide updates on Explore & More Children’s Museum at the free, virtual IMAGINE Buffalo program on Tuesday, April 13 at 12:30 p.m. Join us on Zoom! https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85839766406

04/10/2021

Can’t make it to a library? Let us help! Our free Library by Mail program serves Erie County residents who are temporarily or permanently homebound. Check out books, audiobooks, music, DVDs & more via U.S. mail. Learn more: https://www.buffalolib.org/locations-hours/library-mail

Can’t make it to a library? Let us help! Our free Library by Mail program serves Erie County residents who are temporarily or permanently homebound. Check out books, audiobooks, music, DVDs & more via U.S. mail. Learn more: https://www.buffalolib.org/locations-hours/library-mail

04/10/2021

Want to refresh your magazine collection? Maybe try some new springtime recipes? Stop by the Branch today to check out the magazines added to our Book Sale! Only $.25 each.

Want to refresh your magazine collection? Maybe try some new springtime recipes? Stop by the Branch today to check out the magazines added to our Book Sale! Only $.25 each.

04/08/2021

Celebrate Love Your Library month with Young Audiences of WNY! Susie Rozler presents “I Love Reading and Math,” a free virtual program that will inspire young learners & their families, at 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 10. Free, on Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/92621188470

Celebrate Love Your Library month with Young Audiences of WNY! Susie Rozler presents “I Love Reading and Math,” a free virtual program that will inspire young learners & their families, at 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 10. Free, on Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/92621188470

04/06/2021

Celebrate Public Health Week with a virtual presentation and Q &A from Erie County Dept. of Health Commissioner Dr. Gale Burstein! This program is free & open to the public. We’ll see you on Zoom at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, April 7. http://bit.ly/burstein0407

Celebrate Public Health Week with a virtual presentation and Q &A from Erie County Dept. of Health Commissioner Dr. Gale Burstein! This program is free & open to the public. We’ll see you on Zoom at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, April 7. http://bit.ly/burstein0407

04/05/2021

Don't forget-- this Saturday starting at 11 AM at Coles Library! Call us at 716-896-4433 to sign up.

Don't forget-- this Saturday starting at 11 AM at Coles Library! Call us at 716-896-4433 to sign up.

04/05/2021

Effective Mon., April 5, the quarantine time for your returned Library items will be 2 days (48 hrs), resulting in shorter wait times for items & increased access to materials! While your account may reflect that materials remain checked out, items returned on time will NOT accrue any fees.

Effective Mon., April 5, the quarantine time for your returned Library items will be 2 days (48 hrs), resulting in shorter wait times for items & increased access to materials! While your account may reflect that materials remain checked out, items returned on time will NOT accrue any fees.

04/05/2021

Stop by the Branch today to pick up this week's take-home crafting kit with supplies to make pinwheels! You'll be supplied enough paper and pencils to make three pinwheels; all you need are scissors and glue.

Stop by the Branch today to pick up this week's take-home crafting kit with supplies to make pinwheels! You'll be supplied enough paper and pencils to make three pinwheels; all you need are scissors and glue.

04/04/2021

Artist & architect Dennis Maher will speak about Assembly House 150, a visionary project that transforms lives & the built environment through art, design and construction, at the virtual IMAGINE Buffalo program on Tuesday, April 6 at 12:30 p.m. Free! Join us on Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85839766406

Artist & architect Dennis Maher will speak about Assembly House 150, a visionary project that transforms lives & the built environment through art, design and construction, at the virtual IMAGINE Buffalo program on Tuesday, April 6 at 12:30 p.m. Free! Join us on Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85839766406