Elma Public Library

03/10/2020

Today at 6:30pm - for children in grades K-3! Join us for fantastical stories, games and crafts featuring our favorite magical creatures - dragons & unicorns! Please call 652-2719 to register.

03/07/2020

Teen Paint Night

Teen Paint Night

03/04/2020

You can still enter to win fantastic prizes through our Winter Reading initiative through March 13! It's easy - just submit a short review of a book you've read. You could win a Kindle Fire, Amazon gift card or other great prize! Open to adults, teens, children & classrooms. Sign up today: http://becpl.ny08.readsquared.com/

02/28/2020

Join us for a free viewing of a new family film today at 1:30pm at the Elma Public Library! Rated PG. We'll have free snacks and popcorn! No need to register.

02/19/2020

Stuffed animal sleepover at the Elma Library

02/15/2020

Don't forget that we'll be CLOSED on Monday, Feb. 17th in observance of President's Day. See you all Tuesday!

02/11/2020

02/06/2020

Trains

Trains

02/01/2020

Having a blast with the Joy of Trains, Justice League! Here until 2:00 pm.

01/31/2020

Have you ever seen a jade plant bloom? Hurry in to the Elma Public Library and check it out!

01/11/2020

Paws for Love - A Program of the SPCA Serving Erie County

Safe to say that dogs are definitely a girls best friend! Had a great time at the Elma library!

01/11/2020

Paws for Love - A Program of the SPCA Serving Erie County

Sammy "pawsed" from reading to get a little belly time!

01/07/2020

Sammy will be at the Elma Public Library this Saturday, January 11th from 11:00am to 12:30pm! Kids can practice their reading with this sweet canine volunteer! Call 652-2719 to register!

12/31/2019

We at the Elma Public Library would like to wish our families a Happy and Healthy New Year!

12/30/2019

Come join us on Wednesday, January 8th at 6:30pm for winter-themed games, crafts & stories! For kids in grades K-3. Please call 652-2719 to register.

12/17/2019

Teen Christmas Creation Night

Teen Christmas Creation Night

12/14/2019

A shout out to all my teen volunteers who helped with Graham Cracker Houses today. You are the best! And a big thank you to the Friends of the Elma Library Group for sponsoring this event. To our patrons we were happy to host you. Thank you to Santa!

12/05/2019

Time to vote for your favorite book of 2019. We'll tally the votes and let you know the winning books at the end of December. Vote here: https://surveymonkey.com/r/WLTKTRZ.

12/04/2019

Have YOU seen Elliott the Elf at the Elma Library? He'll be easy to spot today, but let's see where he goes!

12/02/2019

The Library’s Online Catalog (My Account, renewals, holds, online payments) and Downloads & Databases will be unavailable tomorrow, Tuesday, Dec. 3, beginning at 2:30 a.m., for up to 8 hours for system maintenance. We apologize for the inconvenience.

11/29/2019

Today at 1:30pm, join us for a free viewing of a new family film at the Elma Public Library! Rated G. We'll have popcorn & snacks!

11/27/2019

Wishing everyone a Happy Thanksgiving from the Elma Public Library! We're open until 9:00 pm tonight if you need anything and will reopen at 10:00 am Friday.

11/08/2019

It’s time to vote for the new designs for Buffalo & Erie County Public Library cards! Over 170 entries have been narrowed down to 28 finalists. You can vote for up to one design for the children’s library card, and up to one design for the adult library card. One vote per person. Voting is open until 9 p.m. on Sunday, November 17. Check out the finalists & cast your vote: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/TD7B76T

The winning designs will be announced in early December. Good luck to all!

11/07/2019

A very big thank you to Lissa Marie Redmond, author of the Cold Case Investigation series, for presenting 'Writing About Your Experiences' at the Elma Public Library today. Keep an eye out for her upcoming novels 'A Full Cold Moon' and 'The Secrets They Left Behind'.

10/31/2019

Looking to stay inside and try something new during the wind storm tomorrow? Stop in and check out one of the many musical instruments available through our Library of Things!

10/31/2019

Great show tonight by Hawk Creek Wildlife Center!
A very special thanks to the Friends of the Elma Library for funding this amazing event.

10/28/2019

Don't forget if you'd like your toddler or baby can dress up for Halloween tomorrow!

10/07/2019

We have a last minute opening for a free, 1-on-1 computer training session at 5 pm today! Just call 652-2719 to claim the spot and let us know the topic that you're interested in learning.

10/02/2019

One Community One Book 2020

Love to read? Want to participate in a community reading next spring? Please help us to select the May 2020 “One Community One Book” selection by responding to this quick survey. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/M2GYQLZ . Thank you!

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09/20/2019

Summer Reading Fun

09/13/2019

www2.erie.gov

Here it is! The Erie County Senior Services Fall 2019 University Express catalog. Printed copies are also on their way. Please call to register for any classes that you plan on attending. Ages 55+.
http://www2.erie.gov/seniorservices/sites/www2.erie.gov.seniorservices/files/uploads/University%20Express%20Fall%202019_FINAL.pdf

09/10/2019

Take note - on Thursday, September 12, the Library's Online Catalog (the source for renewals, holds, and your "My Account" services) will be unavailable at 3 a.m. for up to 8 hours. We apologize for the inconvenience. We are making upgrades.

08/16/2019

We still have a few spots open for our Paws 4 Love program tomorrow. Call 652-2719 to reserve a time!

Come meet Jasper at the Elma Public Library this Saturday, August 17th from 11am-12:30pm! Paws 4 Love therapy dogs will be here for this kid-friendly reading program! Call 652-2719 to sign up for a time slot.

08/12/2019

Come meet Jasper at the Elma Public Library this Saturday, August 17th from 11am-12:30pm! Paws 4 Love therapy dogs will be here for this kid-friendly reading program! Call 652-2719 to sign up for a time slot.

08/08/2019

I am so proud of all who participated in the Battle of the Books representing Elma Library. Coaches your are the best! Mrs. Kate

08/08/2019

Battle of the Books

08/03/2019

Good luck to all of the Battle of the Books teams today!

07/25/2019

A big thank you to all who came to see the Wondermakers at the Library today! Thank you also Gail Golden and performers. It was a great show.

07/25/2019

Wondermakers -"Stars of Wonder"

07/23/2019

On Thursday, July 25th at 2pm, we'll be hosting an awesome theater show for kids! Gail Golden & The Wondermakers will be at the Elma Library celebrating the constellations in our night sky! All welcome to this family-friendly performance! There's no need to register.

07/03/2019

myOn

We may be closed tomorrow, but you still have access to thousands of eBooks through the Summer Reading at New York Libraries myOn digital library. Click below for more information and have a great Independence Day! http://www.summerreadingnys.org/myon/

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07/01/2019

Today's the day! Start bringing in those summer reading logs for some awesome prizes!🌞📕

Haven't signed up for Summer Reading yet?? Don't worry! Sign-up goes all summer long for kids ages 3 to 12. 13 to 17 can sign-up for our Teen Summer Reading for a chance to win a fun prize at the end of summer!

06/26/2019

Great time at the Elma Primary School Assembly Friday 6/21. Thank you for letting me be part of the show.

06/26/2019

Assembly Program

Assembly Program

06/25/2019

Cryogenic Ice Cream

Cryogenic Ice Cream