Olean Public Library

06/19/2026

Celebrate Juneteenth with us! 🫶🏿

Stop by the library today and explore our special Juneteenth book display, featuring titles for readers of all ages!

06/18/2026

Sneak Peek into Adult Summer Reading!!!!

This upcoming this Monday!
2 dino-riffic crafts!
Henna Annie (call to register!)

And most importantly get in a week earlier to register for Summer Reading!

06/18/2026

Winter is coming LOL ......make sure to get to the wading pool!!!!

06/17/2026

Reminder to all who registered! Our Books and Braids workshop is THIS SATURDAY @ 1:30!

You'll join us for a fun, judgement-free braiding class where our talented stylists will teach the basics of braiding. By the end of the class you'll leave with new skills, greater confidence, and one more way to show your daughter how much you care.

06/17/2026

Because of the extreme weather warnings we are POSTPONING today's outdoor teen tie dye program to next Thursday, June 25.

Don't forget the Teen Tie Dye Party is TOMORROW @ 3:30

Registrants will be given everything they need, including a t-shirt and fabric dye. All you'll have to bring is your creativity! This program WILL BE OUTSIDE. Please plan to be outside for the duration of the event. Be sure to check back here for any updates.

06/17/2026

Our clay class this Monday. We have some emerging artists!

06/15/2026

See you this Thursday at 6:30pm for Cooking Club! Bring your favorite cookout or picnic dish and join us to try each other's dishes and chat about food and cooking. New members are always welcome!

06/15/2026

We still have registration spaces open for

Create your own Rainbow Magic

Books & Braids
and
Sneak Peek into Adult Summer Reading!!!! (Henna Annie spots)

Call us today to register!

Send a message to learn more

06/15/2026

The judges have deliberated and we're pleased to announce the winners for our May Short Story Contest!

1st Place - A Mother’s Tears by Ashley Tilly
2nd Place - The Tornado by Christina Vinson
3rd Place - Helga’s Lament by Heather Kearns
4th Place - Wildfire by Avery Emerson
5th Place - View Of Mount Hermanns by Katie McMullen

Thank you to everyone who participated! It was a joy to read your work. We have such a talented and creative community!

Our Short Story Contest Celebration will be held on Saturday, June 27th, at 3:00pm in the Gallery. Prizes will be handed out, zines will be available, and our winning writers will be invited to read their stories. We hope to see you there!

Keep writing. ♥️