Kenmore Branch Library
🏢 Buffalo & Erie County Public Library · Kenmore, New York
Kenmore Branch Library
The Kenmore Branch Library has served the Town of Tonawanda community on Delaware Road since the mid-twentieth century, offering 42 public computers, three study rooms, and a Library of Things collection alongside a full calendar of programs for every age.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 9:30 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:30 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:30 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Friday | 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 160 DELAWARE ROAD, KENMORE, NY 14217
Phone: +1-716-873-2842
Website: buffalolib.org
Plus Code: 87J3X48J+MH (KENMORE, NY)
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📖 About Kenmore Branch Library
Kenmore Branch is one of the 37 locations in the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library (BEPL) system, which traces its roots to the Buffalo Library chartered in 1836. The branch sits in the heart of Kenmore — a compact, walkable village within the Town of Tonawanda — and serves a dense, multigenerational neighborhood just north of Buffalo. A volunteer-run notary is available every Wednesday evening from 6 to 7 PM, and the branch hosts a rotating display case open to nonprofit organizations. With 42 public-access computers, fax service, and copiers alongside a robust program calendar ranging from baby storytimes to paranormal history workshops, the Kenmore Branch punches well above its modest footprint.
⭐ What makes this library special
- 42 public computers (including children's, teen, and adult stations plus 6 laptops) with free Wi-Fi throughout
- Three study rooms available first-come, first-served — two for up to 5 people, one for 2
- Library of Things: borrow instruments, household gadgets, and outdoor games
- Notary public every Wednesday 6–7 PM (volunteer-run, no appointment needed)
- Fax service, black-and-white and color printing & copying, and assistive Optalec ClearView Video Magnifier
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
Your free BEPL card unlocks statewide and national digital collections — read, watch, and listen from any device.
📚 Services
- Public computers (42 stations) & free Wi-Fi
- Printing (B&W 10¢, color 25¢) & copying (B&W 15¢)
- Fax service ($1.75 first page, $1 each additional)
- Study rooms (3 rooms, first-come first-served)
- Meeting rooms (47-person and 25-person capacity)
- Library of Things (instruments, gadgets, outdoor games)
- Notary public (Wednesdays 6–7 PM)
- Assistive technology — Optalec ClearView Video Magnifier
- Interlibrary loan
🎸 Programs
- Baby, toddler, preschool & family storytimes
- Lego Club & Board Game Days
- Crafterday crafting sessions
- Knit & Crochet Club
- Book clubs & author talks
- Computer coaching & resume assistance
- Personal archiving workshops
- Paranormal, history & creative writing workshops
- Intergenerational Meet the Grand-friends program
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Kenmore Branch Library have study rooms, and do I need to reserve them?
Yes — the Kenmore Branch has three study rooms: two that seat up to five people and one that seats two. All three are available on a first-come, first-served basis; no advance reservation is required.
Can I get a document notarized at the Kenmore Branch?
Yes. A volunteer notary public is available every Wednesday from 6:00 to 7:00 PM with no appointment necessary. Bring valid ID and the unsigned document(s) you need witnessed.
What unusual items can I borrow through the Library of Things at Kenmore?
The Kenmore Branch Library of Things includes musical instruments, household gadgets, and outdoor games — all checked out on a standard library loan. Browse the full catalog at buffalolib.org.
Is the Kenmore Branch part of the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library system?
Yes. The Kenmore Branch is one of 37 BEPL locations. A single free BEPL library card works at every branch and gives you access to physical and digital collections system-wide, including NOVELny statewide eResources.
📋 This library offers notary services. See what a library notary can do — what to bring, fees and appointments — and find other libraries with a notary notary services by state.
🧰 This library lends a “Library of Things.” See what you can borrow besides books and find other libraries with a Library of Things Library of Things by state.
📚 This library has study rooms. See how library study rooms work — booking, time limits and quiet vs group rooms — and find other libraries with study rooms libraries with study rooms by state.
🖨 This library offers printing, copying & fax. See how library printing, copying, scanning and fax services work — costs and mobile printing — and find other libraries that offer them printing & fax by state.
📅 This library has meeting & community rooms. See how library meeting rooms work — booking, policies and fees — and find other libraries with meeting or community rooms meeting rooms by state.
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