Lots of community outreach programs including knitting circles, book clubs, movie nights (studio…read moreGhibli!), and children's story hour. There's an extensive large print section, a large room for children's books, and about two dozen computer terminals. Scandanavian architecture with blonde, curving wood, and lots of windows for natural light.

I live near this branch and it's a wonderful library that is open seven days a week which is so…read moreconvenient for the neighborhood.

This was my first time seeing the Orchard Park Library. It had a great vibe to it. The librarian…read moredesk is right in the round, in the center of the building. There is a Bills flag hanging proudly. There is also a seed library in the back entrance of the library before you walk in, which is great. There is a great kids section. When I went this little girl was playing and she kept saying to her mom, "Bye honey, I'm going to the store. Be back soon." I was cracking up. This library was also having a little book sale near the back entrance. Librarian was friendly. Great location. Great parking.

Orchard Park is a large, spacious library in a beautiful area. It's very kid-friendly, as there's…read morean extensive children's area with play space. They also had a book sale going on where some of the books were 4/$1! The library has big shelves of fiction and non-fiction, and lower shelves for the kids. They have a big collection of local history as well as travel books and graphic novels. I like that the non-fiction sections are labeled on the top of the shelves by category. There are nice displays throughout the library. The library seemed very busy while we were there, but perhaps the book sale drew people in. There are a bunch of PCs and lots of places to sit, including comfy chairs, couches, and tables. They're spread out throughout the library so you can sit tucked away if you'd like to. Big parking lot and places to walk nearby too (like the caboose behind the library or the park across the street).

Hamburg library is awesome I love the place excellent selection of books and computers, and…read moreexcellent location great staff.

One of, if not THE best library in the Erie County system…read more Clean, super friendly staff, and very well stocked. And its picturesque when the sun shines into the children's area. The Toddler Time sessions with Ms. Laurie are super fun and will help you get to naptime. There's no registration necessary like some of the other local libraries. And beyond books and media they have many computers, toys and a scavenger hunt for little folks.

This review isn't for the Central library location itself, but really for the Buffalo and Erie…read moreCounty Public Library system as a whole. Since this is the main library system location, where most administrative offices are housed, I'll park this review here. There are a few things about the Buffalo and Erie County Public Library system I would like to praise: ** The library system is great at keeping new, popular books in stock. But what if you want a book that isn't new? And/or isn't very popular? You can easily request it be purchased with an online form. If the book is available from a vendor the library can use, they will order it for you and send it to your preferred branch for pick up. I have done this many times. Most books I have requested can be ordered. And oftentimes within less than 24 hours of entering my purchase request online, a library representative emails me back that the order has been placed--a lightening fast response! It can take a few weeks to get the book in your hands. Overall, the library system offers EXCEPTIONAL patron service with book purchases! ** My mom is an avid reader. Recently she had to upsize to large-print books. She is a weekly regular user of the library system's large print collection. I've always seen the shelves for large print, but didn't give them much thought. Until at Christmastime, when I went to buy a few large-print books for my mom, and WOW, they are pricey! So I have to give a shout out to the library for doing a wonderful job at keeping large-print titles in stock for our WNY community sight-impaired folks. These books would definitely be cost-prohibitive to have to buy ourselves, especially at the pace my mom reads. New, popular large-print books are added regularly. And I'm usually first in line to grab them for my mom! :-D ** During pandemic times, the library system has had a long break in charging hold fees. I hold materials all the time, for the ease of picking them up at my preferred branch. Usually when you hold a material, there is a hold fee charged (.50 for books, $1 for media). This is no issue for me, I do not mind covering some of the cost of transferring things between branches. But for at least a couple months now, the library system has entirely waived hold fees. This is fantastic because you can hold items (all done online), the librarian puts them all together for you at your preferred branch as they arrive, and you have an easy one-stop-grab-and-checkout with all of your requested goodies. If you have any reservations about perusing the physical library during COVID, you can easily do it all online, select your items, hold them, and grab-and-go at the branch, easy-peasy! ** Also during COVID, the library system has many branches that offer walk-up and/or curbside pick-up. At my preferred branch, walk-up is available. I simply call the library to check out my holds (again, a great reason for holding, the library can grab it all in one spot), they librarian checks them out, they bag it up, and I stop by later to grab my things. At my branch, you go in the back door hallway, ring a bell, and they bring your bag to a long table which you are easily able to socially-distance-grab your checkouts. I am at the library on a weekly basis. My whole family enjoys checking out a variety of materials, the hubbs and I, our kids, and my parents. But materials checkout is really the tip of the iceberg with the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library system offerings. A quick scan of their website lists an ABUNDANCE of other services and events. A resolution of mine is to use more of these great offerings this year. We're starting with a virtual crafting event for our teen daughter this week, and already picked up the supplies. I'm looking forward to another great year of patronizing our top-notch, much-loved library system in WNY. Thank you so very much for everything that you do to enrich our community. And happy reading to all!

Nice library. But BAECPL I gotta tell you. You have Monty Python books. Not very good. Why not…read morereplace them with Benny Hill books. Hill was considered funnier than Monty Python by two TV stations-WOR and WLVI.

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 used to be my home library. And then I moved. There is adequate parking and…read moreCheektowaga Town Park surrounds the library as well. It is a great setting for a library. Inside, the library has light streaming in it and books everywhere. There is ample seating as well if you would like to study in a quiet setting. The librarians that I saw were very friendly and welcoming. They offered a variety of items for sale as well including books, CDs, DVDs. When I walked in, there was a bagged craft immediately there for all the kids who are interested in crafting based on books. Their children's section is also very large and provides some play items as well. There are many computers for use as well.

Large library that is clean, spacious, and well organized. Great place to work- there are LOTS OF…read morePCs (website says 23 and I believe it!), and lots of tables throughout the library, including the quiet back room. Very kid friendly too! There's a large children's section including play area. Large collections of DVDs organized by genre (with some Blueray), CDs, non-fiction (which is very well labeled), teen and graphic novel sections, fiction, and new books called out separately. They also have a small room that's an ongoing book sale and prices were good. Librarians were friendly when I was there. I really like the elevated ceilings, decor, and size. I used to come here often 15 years ago and much hasn't changed since then but the library is still in good shape. Would come back here to work, study, or read a magazine.

Libraries have always been places to visit for checking out movies, catching up on a classic book…read moreor using the computers. This library has been one of my three main ones to frequent in our area. On a more recent visit, picking up classic movies..both MA MA Mias...I found my self checking out their bulletin board on upcoming events. This is what brings me to my review....events and things to do were a variety for kids and adults. This particular library has adult color kits, and had a sign posted for paint night. Glad to have signed up...Kim our intrustor was helpful and patient for any of us with questions. There were a total of 13, with the instructor. The event was a creative, simple and each of us had different interpretations of the original painting. A bonus for all of us, Kim is an elementary art teacher. Great, stress-free relaxing evening...guess one never knows what they will find at your local library. Thanks Kim and Lancaster Library for hosting the event.

My quest to explore various Erie Country library branches had us landing in Lancaster last week…read more WOW, what a beautiful branch! It's an expansive, open main space with a dome-shaped vaulted ceiling adorned with big glowing orbs of bright light. A bit poetic of a description maybe, but this space really feels poetic. Even if you don't need anything from the library, it would be worth a visit. There is a massive copper fireplace, such a darling place to relax or study, just a lovely aesthetic in general here. If you are coming for particular resources, there's a good chance that the Lancaster location has what you need. There are many cubicle-style computer workstations in the middle of the room. In the front adjacent to a big wall of windows is the children's area. My son had fun with the legos and other blocks, as well as found a cozy spot to do his homework. There are several rows of DVDs and CDs along the middle-side wall, with the opposite wall housing stacks and stacks of books in all the genres you'd expect. Magazines are in the back near the fireplace. I like the "new" displays at this library, and actually came across a new book I forgot I wanted to read (the newer Demi Moore tell-all biography, winning!), plus there were newly released DVD and CD racks too. Perusing the rows and rows of materials to find something that catches your eye can be intimidating in any library, so I appreciate when librarians take time to showcase new offerings that may spark interest. Parking for this library is in the rear off of a side road, and there is plenty of it. When you enter the back door, it is a flight of stairs or an elevator ride to get up a level to the main space. The main space has some vending options if you want a beverage or snack. And there appears to be lots of community programming happening her too, with racks of flyers and many bulletin boards of happenings for people of all ages and varying interests. Checkout the library website for specifics. I really enjoyed hanging out here for a couple hours with my husband and son. My son did his homework, played with toys, he and his dad played checkers for a while, we all relaxed and read a bit, and found some things to bring home. What more could you ask, the Lancaster library is a very pleasant, solid branch. Come and enjoy!

I love this branch. I've done returns twice at other branches which didn't record them - never a…read moreproblem here. It's a small library and the staff is very welcoming and will always assist with an inquiry.

Cute library where I hold my monthly book club. The staff is very friendly and helpful. It's easier…read moreto book the conference room at this location due to less foot traffic.