02/06/2023
Erie County Commissioner of Health Dr. Gale Burstein is the speaker at the next free, virtual IMAGINE Buffalo program. See you on Zoom on Tue., Feb. 7 at 12:30 p.m. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89323706243
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The Leroy R. Coles, Jr. Branch Library at 1187 East Delavan Avenue in Buffalo, NY is a member of the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library System.
Operating as usual
02/04/2023
Looking for a new job? Hoping to advance your current career? The Library’s ‘Job and Career Resources’ Subject Guide has links to job searching sites, resume and application advice, test and certification info & more. https://www.buffalolib.org/subject-guides/college-and-career/job-career-resources
02/04/2023
Various community organizations are celebrating “Together as One” this Black History Month. Discover more, including free tours, lectures & programs, at https://www.bfloafricanamericanmuseum.org/together-as-one
02/03/2023
Celebrate Black History Month with this collection of free, downloadable eBooks & eAudiobooks from hoopla! https://www.hoopladigital.com/collection/14837
02/02/2023
The star of ESPN’s flagship morning program, First Take, presents the story of his long struggle to find success in the world of sports journalism and gives fresh takes on the controversies and successes that his provocative style has generated. Click on our catalog link for more info: https://tinyurl.com/3v3u75u4
02/01/2023
The PBS KIDS Writers Contest encourages children in grades K-3 to celebrate the power of creating stories and illustrations by submitting their original work. The deadline for submission is March 24, 2023. For more information, visit - https://www.wned.org/writerscontest/
01/31/2023
Connie Porter, author of the American Girl Addy books, speaks at the opening presentation of The Black Doll Exhibit on Thu., Feb. 2 at 6 p.m. at the Frank E. Merriweather Jr., Branch Library, 1324 Jefferson Ave. See the exhibit through Sat., April 1.
01/31/2023
Find free tax assistance programs at libraries across Erie County: https://tinyurl.com/TaxHelp2023
01/29/2023
Stephanie Tisdale, Strategic Initiatives Expert, M&T Bank, will discuss the art of investing at the next free, virtual IMAGINE Buffalo program. See you on Zoom on Tue., Jan. 31 @ 12:30 pm. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84931595921
01/28/2023
Let us bring the Library to you! Mobile services like the “Library by Mail” program & “Library on Wheels” bookmobile help to bring library materials & services across Erie County. Info: https://www.buffalolib.org/locations-hours/mobile-services
01/27/2023
Watch free movies & TV shows on your computer or other device with your Buffalo & Erie County Public Library card! Visit https://www.buffalolib.org/downloadsstreaming to get started.
01/26/2023
Save the date. Connie Porter, author of the American Girl “Addy” books will help kickoff the 2023 Black Doll exhibit at the Frank E. Merriweather Jr. Branch Library on Thurs., Feb. 2 at 6 p.m. We hope you can join us. Free & open to the public. Children’s doll crafts, prizes and more!
01/25/2023
Get trusted content from leading magazines, newspapers and journals. All you need is your Library card to access the Gale OneFile collections: http://infotrac.galegroup.com/itweb/nysl_we_becpl?db=STND
01/24/2023
Your tax-deductible donation to the Bucks for Books campaign helps the Library purchase new reading materials for your 37 public libraries & bookmobiles in Erie County! Your support is greatly appreciated. https://ways2give.buffalolib.org/bucks-for-books
01/23/2023
Already an international bestseller, Jamie Oliver’s new cookbook offers 120 recipes with minimal prep, 8-ingredients or less, designed for one pan! Check it out at the Library: https://tinyurl.com/3jhnas5a
01/23/2023
The Nature Book Club meets virtually on Monday, Feb. 13 at 7 pm to discuss Nan Shepherd’s “The Living Mountain.” Details: https://buffalolib.libcal.com/event/9869107
01/22/2023
Kate Pfohl & Diane Picard will speak about the Massachusetts Avenue Farm Project at the next free, virtual IMAGINE Buffalo program. See you on Zoom on Tue., Jan. 24 @ 12:30 pm. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88631767329
01/22/2023
Did you know that you can borrow Chromebooks & WiFi hotspots from the Library? All you need is your Library card! https://tinyurl.com/BECPLChromebooks
01/20/2023
The New York State Library invites you to take & share this Survey designed for those who use museums, libraries & other cultural heritage/history sites. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/NYSOCEtoolkit
01/19/2023
In “Aesthetica” by Allie Rowbottom, an aging former Instagram influencer seeks to undo all her plastic surgery through an experimental procedure. Named an NPR Best Book of 2022, click this catalog link for details: https://tinyurl.com/52zf8k54
01/18/2023
Looking for a new job? Hoping to advance your current career? The Library’s ‘Job and Career Resources’ Subject Guide has links to job searching sites, resume and application advice, test and certification info, and more. Just click the link to get started: https://www.buffalolib.org/subject-guides/college-and-career/job-career-resources
01/17/2023
Today is the National Day of Racial Healing. Check out these reads about increasing empathy, advancing racial equity and building solidarity: https://tinyurl.com/mth5c2fx
01/17/2023
Learn more about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s work with these free downloadable eBooks from Libby: https://buffalo.overdrive.com/search?query=Martin+Luther+King+Jr.
01/16/2023
All Buffalo & Erie County Public Libraries are closed on Monday, January 16 in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Visit us virtually 24/7 at www.BuffaloLib.org.
01/15/2023
Angela Keppel discusses “Discovering Buffalo, One Street at a Time” at the next free, virtual IMAGINE Buffalo program. Join us on Zoom on Tuesday, January 17 at 12:30 p.m.
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84731068975
01/14/2023
Students in grades 9-12 are invited to write an essay describing Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s 1967 visit to Buffalo as part of the “Eye on History Essay Contest.” Entries are due to [email protected] by January 30, 2023. https://tinyurl.com/44a3k8ye
01/14/2023
In a sequel to his best-selling instructional guide, author Christopher McDougall expands his focus to provide amateurs and seasoned runners with comprehensive advice on training, form, nutrition, and motivation. Click on our catalog link for more info: https://tinyurl.com/4stczysn
01/13/2023
Explore free, upcoming programs about health & wellness at the Library! https://tinyurl.com/WellnessBECPL
01/12/2023
Jonathan Escoffery’s “If I Survive You” follows a Jamaican-American family in Miami through a series of linked short stories. This debut by Escoffery is on many “Best of 2022” lists. Click this catalog link to see title info: https://tinyurl.com/36xya636
01/11/2023
Borrow free eBooks in the hoopla app to help you keep your resolutions in the new year! All you need is your Buffalo & Erie County Public Library card to get started. https://www.hoopladigital.com/collection/12007
01/10/2023
Join us for the 43rd annual community celebration honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on Thurs., Jan. 12 at 12 noon at the Merriweather Branch Library, 1324 Jefferson Ave. Storytelling, poetry & more.
01/09/2023
Join us on Tuesdays at 12:30 p.m. via Zoom for the free IMAGINE Buffalo Speaker Series! This week's program features Anna Kaplan of Frank Lloyd Wright's Graycliff. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85387388221
01/08/2023
Well wishes to Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin in his continued recovery. Go Bills!
01/08/2023
Follow this link to see upcoming Library System programs! https://tinyurl.com/LibraryPrograms2023
01/06/2023
January is National Hobby Month! Indulge an old hobby or find a new one with eBooks through our hoopla app. https://www.hoopladigital.com/
01/05/2023
Save the date! Our annual community celebration honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. will be held on Thurs., Jan. 12 at 12 noon at the Merriweather Branch Library, 1324 Jefferson Ave. Storytelling, poetry & more.
01/04/2023
2-1-1 WNY has a list of resources to help in the aftermath of the blizzard, including warming shelters, emergency contact info, mental health resources & more. https://www.211wny.org/resources/resources-for-the-buffalo-blizzard-2022/
01/03/2023
Kick off 2023 with a new read! Borrow free downloadable eBooks & eAudiobooks with your library card.
https://buffalo.overdrive.com/
01/03/2023
Check out the most popular books read by Buffalo & Erie County Public Library System patrons in 2022!
https://tinyurl.com/TopBooks22
01/01/2023
The Winter Reading Challenge kicks off January 1. All ages & loads of fun! Submit brief book reviews for a chance to win great prizes.
https://becplny08.readsquared.com/
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1187 E Delavan Avenue
Buffalo, NY
14215
General information
* * * Pardon our dust. We’re still open. * * * Located west of Eggert Road on East Delavan Avenue, very close to the intersection of Bailey Avenue. Wheelchair accessible. Parking lot available. Public Access Computers: 35 public access computers (3 dedicated to OPAC) which includes a computer lab of 12 computers, and we have color printing for 25 cents (10 cents per black & white page). Meeting Room available. Please call to check current availability. Copier- Black and white copies are available at 15 cents each.
Opening Hours
| Monday | 11am - 7pm |
| Tuesday | 11am - 7pm |
| Thursday | 10am - 6pm |
| Friday | 10am - 6pm |
| Saturday | 9am - 5pm |
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Are you an author, writer or want to become one? Join us for Indie Author Day at the downtown Central Library on Sat., November 5 from 9:30 am – 12 noon! FREE! Register: http://tinyurl.com/BfloIndie22
Tech Clerk Ryan has a special message to share: Our renovation is complete! We'll be open on Monday, July 11 at 11 AM. Come check out our brand new floor & re-imagined space. We can't wait to see you!
Chromebooks at Coles
How to Check the Status of Your Tax Return
Science Fiction Story Time
National Cookie Day Storytime with Ryan
Tech Thursday: DMV Appointments
Free Dictionaries for National Dictionary Day!
Storytime with Mr. Ryan: Where the Wild Things Are
Our Favorite Banned or Challenged Books
Are You Registered to Vote?
How to Use Zoom
Crafting at Coles Library- Paper Bowl Pirate
Storytime with Miss Libby: "Islandborn" by Junot Diaz
Storytime with Miss Libby: "Back to School, Splat!"
Welcome back to Coles Branch Library
Storytime: "Get Up. Stand Up"
Scanning & Faxing on iOS Devices
Mother's Day Craft: Easy DIY Flowers
Paper Plate Porgs and BB-8
Coffee Filter Earth Craft
Storytime with Senator Kennedy
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Connecting our diverse community with library resources that enrich, enlighten and entertain.
Located west of Eggert Road on East Delavan Avenue, very close to the intersection of Bailey Avenue, adjacent to the Bank of America. Wheelchair accessible. Parking lot available.
Public Access Computers: 35 public access computers (3 dedicated to OPAC) and 6 public access laptops (library card required), which includes a computer lab of 12 computers and an express computer with an attached scanner. We also offer color printing for 25 cents and black & white printing for 10 cents per page. "What can I do at a Public Access Computer?"
The East Delavan Branch Meeting Room is now available. For details on the Coles Branch Meeting Room and other Buffalo Library system meeting spaces, click here.
Looking for computer training? We offer one-on-one sessions: Sign Up Application
Missed our Bike Smart Buffalo program? Check out the presentation file here!
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Cheektowaga Summer Day Camps & School Break C
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Town of Cheektowaga Youth & Recreation Soccer
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Broadway Street Dept Of
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PO Box 92, Tonawanda
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Deaf Access Services, an affiliate of People
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Broadway
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Parkside Community Association
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Hedley Place
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The Permanent Chair of Polish Culture at Cani
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Reiman Street, Sloan
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NATIONAL ASSOC. for HEALTH & FITNESS
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Erie County Veterans Service Agency
Franklin Street -
Bryant & Stratton Way
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Seneca-Babcock Community Association, Inc.
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Greater Buffalo-Niagara Regional Transportati
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Exchange Street
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Native American Community Services of Erie an
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New Library Director John Spears meets the outstanding team at the Leroy R. Coles, Jr. Branch Library.
Giving a warm welcome today to our new Library Director John Spears!
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A big shout-out to the Library's AMAZING Building & Operations team for their tireless snow removal efforts at each our Buffalo Branch Libraries.
Dudley Branch Library, North Park Branch Library, Crane Branch Library, Frank E. Merriweather, Jr. Library, Leroy R. Coles, Jr. Branch Library, East Clinton Branch Library, Elaine M. Panty Branch Library, and Isaias Gonzalez-Soto Branch Library.
THANK YOU...
Tom, Mark L, Randy, Ben, Will, Dave, Nick, Robert, Phil, Mary, Vic, Beaufort, Mike, Matt, Tim, Luis, Mark K. & our caretakers!
Dudley Branch Library, North Park Branch Library, Crane Branch Library, Frank E. Merriweather, Jr. Library, Leroy R. Coles, Jr. Branch Library, East Clinton Branch Library, Elaine M. Panty Branch Library, and Isaias Gonzalez-Soto Branch Library.
THANK YOU...
Tom, Mark L, Randy, Ben, Will, Dave, Nick, Robert, Phil, Mary, Vic, Beaufort, Mike, Matt, Tim, Luis, Mark K. & our caretakers!
Our St. Monica students had a great time making gingerbread houses at Leroy R. Coles, Jr. Branch Library with Explore & More - The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children's Museum. Thank you for having us!
So excited for our upcoming free, virtual Maker Camp powered by National Grid! Six weeks of fun STEM-related kits available at libraries in the city of Buffalo (while supplies last) and corresponding video programs on Facebook & YouTube, beginning Sat., July 24. Info: https://buffalolib.libcal.com/event/7988704
Kits will be available at:
Central Library
East Clinton Branch Library
Frank E. Merriweather, Jr. Library
Dudley Branch Library
Leroy R. Coles, Jr. Branch Library
Isaias Gonzalez-Soto Branch Library
Elaine M. Panty Branch Library
Crane Branch Library
North Park Branch Library
Kits will be available at:
Central Library
East Clinton Branch Library
Frank E. Merriweather, Jr. Library
Dudley Branch Library
Leroy R. Coles, Jr. Branch Library
Isaias Gonzalez-Soto Branch Library
Elaine M. Panty Branch Library
Crane Branch Library
North Park Branch Library
Check out this fun activity courtesy of our friends at the Leroy R. Coles, Jr. Branch Library on East Delavan!
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Leroy R. Coles, Jr. Branch Library
Here's Miss Libby from the Leroy R. Coles, Jr. Branch Library.
We will be offering walk-up COVID-19 testing this Thursday, May 7 from 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. at our location. We are now offering both diagnostic (nasal swab) AND antibody (blood draw) testing. You do not need to be a Jericho Road patient to be tested, nor do you need health insurance or a prescription from a medical provider.
Testing will be conducted in the parking lot and in the community room of our facility. A Jericho Road provider will determine which test to administer based on an evaluation of each patient. Please wear a mask (if you have one) and abide by the spacing markers. Supplies are limited and tests will be conducted on a first-come, first-served basis. Questions can be directed to 716-529-3020.
For those who need a doctor, health insurance, or other community services, visit the Community Corner tent, which will offer on-the-spot scheduling of new patient appointments and connection with facilitated insurance enrollers.
Please note, you may qualify for testing at other locations. We have compiled a list of East Side locations that are also offering testing.
Urban Family Practice/Greater Buffalo United Accountable Care Organization @ 1315 Jefferson Ave (14208)
Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1-4 p.m. Call for an evaluation first (716-604-0504).
Testing available for:
- GBUACO/Urban Family Practice patients with symptoms
- Non-GBUACO patients who have a primary care provider that will send a prescription for a test
- Patients without a primary care physician
Community Health Center of Buffalo, Inc @ 34 Benwood Ave (14214)
Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Testing available for Community Health Center of Buffalo patients only. Contact your CHC of Buffalo provider first--716-986-9199.
Kaleida Health @ Leroy R. Coles, Jr. Branch Library @ 1187 E. Delavan Ave (14215)
Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Need a prescription from your provider faxed to 716-859-1800. After script is faxed, go to KaleidaHealth.org >> COVID-19 Testing >> Follow prompts for assessment and scheduling OR call 716-859-3222.
Testing will be conducted in the parking lot and in the community room of our facility. A Jericho Road provider will determine which test to administer based on an evaluation of each patient. Please wear a mask (if you have one) and abide by the spacing markers. Supplies are limited and tests will be conducted on a first-come, first-served basis. Questions can be directed to 716-529-3020.
For those who need a doctor, health insurance, or other community services, visit the Community Corner tent, which will offer on-the-spot scheduling of new patient appointments and connection with facilitated insurance enrollers.
Please note, you may qualify for testing at other locations. We have compiled a list of East Side locations that are also offering testing.
Urban Family Practice/Greater Buffalo United Accountable Care Organization @ 1315 Jefferson Ave (14208)
Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1-4 p.m. Call for an evaluation first (716-604-0504).
Testing available for:
- GBUACO/Urban Family Practice patients with symptoms
- Non-GBUACO patients who have a primary care provider that will send a prescription for a test
- Patients without a primary care physician
Community Health Center of Buffalo, Inc @ 34 Benwood Ave (14214)
Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Testing available for Community Health Center of Buffalo patients only. Contact your CHC of Buffalo provider first--716-986-9199.
Kaleida Health @ Leroy R. Coles, Jr. Branch Library @ 1187 E. Delavan Ave (14215)
Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Need a prescription from your provider faxed to 716-859-1800. After script is faxed, go to KaleidaHealth.org >> COVID-19 Testing >> Follow prompts for assessment and scheduling OR call 716-859-3222.
We will be offering walk-up COVID-19 testing this Thursday, April 30 from 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. at our 1021 Broadway location. (This is diagnostic testing - NOT antibody testing.) Testing will be conducted in the parking lot of our facility. Please wear a mask (if you have one) and abide by the spacing markers in the lot. You do not need to be a Jericho Road patient to be tested, nor do you need a prescription from a medical provider. Supplies are limited and tests will be conducted on a first-come, first-served basis. Questions can be directed to 716-529-3020.
Please note, you may qualify for testing at other locations. We have compiled a list of East Side locations that are also offering testing.
Urban Family Practice/Greater Buffalo United Accountable Care Organization @ 1315 Jefferson Ave (14208)
Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1-4 p.m. Call for an evaluation first (716-604-0504).
Testing available for:
- GBUACO/Urban Family Practice patients with symptoms
- Patients within the GBUACO/GBUAHN network
- Patients without a primary care physician
Community Health Center of Buffalo, Inc @ 34 Benwood Ave (14214)
April 28-30
Testing available for Community Health Center of Buffalo patients only. Contact your CHC of Buffalo provider first--716-986-9199.
Kaleida Health @ Leroy R. Coles, Jr. Branch Library @ 1187 E. Delavan Ave (14215)
Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Need a prescription from your provider faxed to 716-859-1800. After script is faxed, go to KaleidaHealth.org >> COVID-19 Testing >> Follow prompts for assessment and scheduling OR call 716-859-3222.
Please note, you may qualify for testing at other locations. We have compiled a list of East Side locations that are also offering testing.
Urban Family Practice/Greater Buffalo United Accountable Care Organization @ 1315 Jefferson Ave (14208)
Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1-4 p.m. Call for an evaluation first (716-604-0504).
Testing available for:
- GBUACO/Urban Family Practice patients with symptoms
- Patients within the GBUACO/GBUAHN network
- Patients without a primary care physician
Community Health Center of Buffalo, Inc @ 34 Benwood Ave (14214)
April 28-30
Testing available for Community Health Center of Buffalo patients only. Contact your CHC of Buffalo provider first--716-986-9199.
Kaleida Health @ Leroy R. Coles, Jr. Branch Library @ 1187 E. Delavan Ave (14215)
Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Need a prescription from your provider faxed to 716-859-1800. After script is faxed, go to KaleidaHealth.org >> COVID-19 Testing >> Follow prompts for assessment and scheduling OR call 716-859-3222.
Thank you to our dedicated partners who made the new testing site at the Leroy R. Coles, Jr. Branch Library possible. For details & more information about how to make a test appointment, watch this YouTube video: youtube.com/watch?v=0iYFHOVtTZE