Elaine M. Panty Branch Library

Don’t forget, kids age 16 and under can Read Down Your Fines through Thursday, December 31! Read whatever and whenever you want, then submit a reading log to have your outstanding library fines erased (based on the number of minutes read). Details: https://www.buffalolib.org/kids/books-read-down-your-fines

Aspiring and/or published authors should plan to join us virtually for Indie Author Day from 9 a.m. to 12 noon on Saturday, November 7! Local experts will provide their insight and advice on writing, publishing, and marketing your work. Details: https://buffalolib.libcal.com/event/7140858

It’s never too early to start your holiday shopping. Support the Library & purchase one of our lovely reproduction prints, notecards & more. LibraryStore.BuffaloLib.org

There are several ways for you to vote in Erie County! Visit elections.erie.gov for more information on setting up your plan to vote in the upcoming elections.

Join us virtually on Wednesday, October 28 @ 2 PM for An Afternoon with Libby Copeland. The author weaves intriguing stories of unexpected DNA discoveries through an intelligent dialogue about the ethics, science & business of consumer genetic testing in her book The Lost Family. This program is presented in partnership with the Western New York Genealogical Society. Register: https://buffalolib.libcal.com/event/7143493

The Buffalo Employment & Training Center brings together workforce development organizations, training agencies & employers in a convenient one-stop environment! The Center is open to anyone seeking employment & all services are free. https://workforcebuffalo.org/betc

Kara Frisina will discuss the College Lodge Forest in Chautauqua County in the upcoming virtual IMAGINE Buffalo program on Tuesday, October 27 at 12:30 p.m. Join us on Zoom! https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85839766406

Did your school district adopt a hybrid learning model? Do your children need help on the days when they are supposed to learn from home? Virtual Learning Support Centers are now open and ready to help your child learn. Call today 716-877-6666.

We have a limited supply of Take & Make STEAM kits from @ExploreAndMore featuring Ceramic Apple Painting! Visit the Elaine M. Panty Branch Library to get one of these FREE activity bags! A big thank you to the Explore and More Children's Museum for providing these fun kits!

Learn about climate change by stopping into your library to pick up a free coloring sheet! Turn in the completed sheet at the library or by email to [email protected] by Tuesday, October 27 to be entered to win a prize!

Enjoy this book trailer for ‘Evelyn Del Rey Is Moving Away’ by Meg Medina. It is this year’s selection for Jumpstart’s Read for the Record on Thursday, October 29, an event which increases awareness about the critical importance and impact of early literacy. https://youtu.be/w6IcLlujUIA

Authors & aspiring writers - join us for Indie Author Day - virtual this year. Details here: https://www.buffalolib.org//Indie%20Author%20Day%20Final%2

Boooo! Want to get in the mood for the spooky Halloween season? Check out this Google Maps list of locations across Erie County that are reported to be haunted. https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit