On a Saturday morning, I had the opportunity to see the Elaine M. Panty Library in Riverside. There…read moreis a great lighthouse mural in the middle of the library. There is also a cute kid's section. There are a bunch of computers to get your work done, and ample seating space. My favorite was the booth style seats the library had. Great use for it. This is a lovely library. There is also a parking lot in the back with great parking, as well as spaces out front on the street.

Love this library I've been going here since I've been a kid , computers for school work , books…read moreI've always taken out I also remember going here for certain summer things they did ! Have a library card still ! Take my kids now and they enjoy it

I have fond memories of my grandparents taking me to the West Seneca Library when I was young. I…read moreloved it and the vibe. It was comforting. It was peace. It wasn't the same building that I walked into when my friends and I took a little field trip after work to get one of my friends a library card. This library is stunning, both on the inside and out. There is a fireplace, study rooms to rent out, ample computers, sell check out, and a gorgeous children's section that makes you feel wrapped up in a hug. There is also a Spot Coffee, which we stopped at and I ordered a less sweet Caramel Macchiato, which was good. My other friends ordered a hot chocolate, and then some sandwiches. This is the ultimate hang out spot and meet up spot. I can't wait to travel to the West Seneca Library more frequently, even if it is to just chill and snuggle in by the fireplace.

This library has a small and weak collection of fiction. They have books by popular current…read moreauthors, like Patterson, but a non existent collection of other very well known authors. For example there is not one title by Kate Mosse, a very well known historical fiction author. It's a large newer building with a lot of poorly utilized space and a poor selection.

Love coming to this library. It's my favorite in the area! They always have a great selection of…read morebooks to choose from

Holy wowzers, this is what bibliophile dreams are made of. At some point during my youth I realized…read morethat I could upgrade from the dinky shed of a library I'd read my fill of to this towering library that is three stories (badum tss) high. There is something for everyone, and I could seriously get lost combing the aisles for books all day. They have a media section as well, one that my friend sings praises over as she binges on new music and movies. And sometimes, when you're lucky, the first floor is flooded with old books looking to be rehomed. Don't wait for the sale, come explore, and keep coming.

What a sweet little hidden gem of a public library! Dudley is a small South Buffalo area branch…read morethat is essentially one open room. Most of the book stacks wrap around the perimeter, with computers and other seating in the middle. The space is fairly snug, but hugely warm and inviting. The turquoise colored walls really add to the cheerful feel! The building is one-level accessible, and there is a good-sized parking lot along the side and around the back. I stopped in with my husband to pick up a book I wanted that was only available at Dudley for which I did not want to wait on a hold transfer, (if you're not reading the "Mickey 7" series by local author Edward Ashton, you should!). The New Books rack was clearly marked, and it was easy to find what I was looking for within a minute. We perused the library a bit longer, and it really is a well-cultivated collection for a smaller branch! Both my husband and I commented on how the sci-fi section was better stocked with quality classic and newer selections than some of the bigger branches we frequent. After I checked out my materials, we sat down for a minute to get organized and realized we were in two comfy wing-back chairs at a chess table. We were in no rush, so we played a game in the splendid space. (My husband used to be a ranked chess player, so he was eventually victorious, but I didn't fold too fast, hahaha.) I'm glad that through happenstance I ended up at the Dudley Branch Library. As a Northtown'er, it is definitely off the beaten path and out of the way for me. But I would gladly visit again if there is something here I can't wait for to be hold-delivered, and/or if we're in the area and I want a chess rematch with the hubbs. ;-)

Medium sized library with lots of PCs and a few tables to get work done. Not sure if building has…read moreAC, as there were giant fans going in there. Kid friendly and there's a play area. Good collection of DVDs. Some areas of non-fiction were well labeled, some were not.

Probably the most beautiful library in our area. It's done in Colonial Revival style built in 1922…read more The library was constructed with funds from Andrew Carnegie a steel tycoon & famous philanthropist. The steel plant museum is located in the basement. There are a variety of free events ran there like toddler story time , bingo etc. I recently stopped there because I was having a problem printing out a 7 page document for wellness retreat. They were so helpful and patient and after a couple tries I got the documents. There is a small charge to get the copies but so worth it. They also do a free packet of different spices monthly and provide recipes along with it.

The ladies here are wonderful. So kind and helpful. I had to use their scanner and they made sure…read morethey trained me and made sure i could do it on my own before they left

This library is a gem for the LaSalle community. While not very big, you can definitely find…read moresomething good to read. They have an excellent used book selection for sale on a regular basis. Books, magazines, movies, etc. The prices are the best as well.

Libraries . They are just so vital to a community and I feel they are too often taken for granted …read more With funding cuts , we are seeing a decrease in the operating hours which saddens me . The LaSalle public library is located on Buffalo Ave in NIagara Falls . The building itself is beautiful . The library is immaculate, you can tell the staff take pride in what they do . This is not a large library , but does have a respectable selection of books and dvds . The children's book section is well stocked and I feel all children should have the experience while we are still fortunate enough to have local libraries . The second floor has some study rooms and computer rooms they are quiet and spacious . There is a nice enclosed "quiet" study room as well . I love all the old woodwork, just beautiful . I often visit to have a quiet place to do some work and appreciate having the perfect space so close to home . Hours have recently changed so you May want to call for the latest hours of operation . There is a children's computer room as well on the first floor with I believe three computers . Fun fact : scenes from the movie "Marshall" were filmed here .

I stopped into this library to check out the black Barbie exhibit. It is a very nice small library…read more There are plenty of computers for use, a new elevator to get to the exhibit room and the staff are very helpful. I am glad to know we have nice, diverse libraries in our community.

The East Delavan Branch is small but was busy when I stopped in right before close. There's a…read morecomputer lab of 12 computers for 17+ year olds but they also have a few reference PCs as well as laptops. There's a lot of space to sit as the center is pretty open and the bookshelves line perimeter. There's a large Urban Fiction section and they also have African American books labeled with stickers under the call number. Easy parking located behind the library. There are two entrances, one by the back parking lot and one in the front.

C'mon! Feed your brain!!!…read more THE UP-SIDE: In a crazy world hell-bent on following the teachings of myriad invisible men, it's nice to have an oasis of rational thought to escape to. The Center for Inquiry is just that, and more. I originally visited the Center for Inquiry during the "Toward a New Enlightenment" World Congress it hosted in 2005. During the conference I got to hang with some of the most intelligent people in the world; including world famous physicists, biologists, philosophers, and more. I was most excited to meet evolutionary biologist Richard Dawkins, atheist writer Sam Harris, and Ann Druyan (wife of the late Carl Sagan). In addition to the wonderful events the Center hosts, it also provides countless other resources and services for those interested in Secular Humanism, Atheism, free thought, and the like. The staff are sharp-minded and personable, and will leave you feeling happy that you turned off your TV in order to do some real "thinking." THE DOWN-SIDE: These are science-minded people. Thus, they can be a little nerdish and dry at times. However, the intellectual rush you'll get out of the Center sponsored events makes it all worth it. THE SUM-IT-UP: The Center for Inquiry is a truly wonderful organization. Were I not an atheist, I'd thank God that it existed. Seeing as I am an atheist, I'll just shut up and think happy (rational!) thoughts.

I attended a poetry reading here. What a special event it was! I particularly loved the modern…read moreinterior and exteriors of the building. The room in which the poetry reading was held had a great set up, but it was a little too small to accomodate the number of guests who showed. It was a full house, and they even had to wrestle out some more chairs while one poet was reading, which led to a few distractions for the audience. Oh well! I am looking forward to future events.