Connecting our diverse community with library resources that enrich, enlighten and entertain.

The Vision of the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library is to be deeply rooted in the community: promoting partnerships, fostering the development of a literate and informed citizenry through free and equal access to cultural, intellectual, recreational and informational resources, planning for the future, and making the most effective use of taxpayer funding.

Core Values

- R.E.A.D. (Respect, Excellence, Accessibility, Dependability)

Core values represent an organization’s highest priorities, deeply held beliefs, and fundamental driving forces. Core values define what an organization believes and how it resonates both internally and externally.

Respect

Practice civility and inclusion in our actions and attitudes; value, support and respect all customers and staff

Excellence

Strive for superior performance and to maximize user experience through collaboration, teamwork, training and enthusiasm

Accessibility

Ensure availability and ease of access to library services for all people

Dependability

Provide library services in a consistent, reliable, trustworthy and responsible manner

Stop in and find a great book and chat with the Friends of Newstead Public Library!

Hours:

Monday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Tuesday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Wednesday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Thursday CLOSED

Friday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Saturday 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Sunday CLOSED

Located in the heart of the Village of Akron, they are a part of the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library.

This group is not just about book it is the base of our community, offering everything from kids games, activities, plant knowledge, Lego clubs, reading groups, music, movies, computers, classes and so much fun. Want to know more follow them and keep up with their monthly activity calendar!