The Gowanda Free Library would like to thank everyone who has contributed to the library so far this year!

New Book Arrivals for Young Adults:

"Watchmen" (graphic novel)
"Daniel X: Alien Hunter" by James Patterson (graphic novel)

New Fiction Book Arrivals for Adults:

"The Story of Edgar Sawtelle" by Davide Wroblewski
"Change of Heart" by Jodi Picoult
"Arctic Drift" by Clive Cussler
"The Chase" by Clive Cussler
"Scarpetta" by Patricia Cornwell
"Your Heart Belongs to Me" by Dean Koontz
"The Darkest Evening of the Year" by Dean Koontz
"The Outlaw Demon Wails" by Kim Harrison
"Fish Out of Water" by Mary Janice Davidson
"Dead Until Dark" by Charlaine Harris
"Club Dead" by Charlaine Harris
"The Venetian Betrayal" by Steve Berry

New Non-Fiction Book Arrivals for Adults:

"Marley and Me" by John Grogan
"Dreams From My Father: A Story of Race and Inheritance" by Barack Obama
"Dewey: The Small Town Library Cat Who Touched the World" by Vicki Myron
"The Purpose of Christmas" by Rick Warren

SPECIAL EVENTS:


Santa Visit!
Have your picture taken with Santa for a small donation!
December 22nd during open hours.


December-January Events:

For the Youngin's

Storytime
Saturdays, 11:30 -12:00pm
Friday, December 12 and 26, 12-12:30pm
Ages up to 5 years.
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For Teens

Anime Club
3-4PM on Fridays
Calling all kids age 12 and up for some informal Japanese anime watching, manga-talk, J-pop, and other fun.

Teen Time
Tuesdays 3:30 - 4:30 Starting November 25th
Ages 13-19
Each week we will vote on a new book that wee will read and talk about the next week. What we read will be up to you so don't miss out!

Roleplay Gaming
10:00-2:00PM on Saturdays (ages 12 and up)
Solve puzzles and fight monsters in various exciting story-like settings.
Because space is limited, please speak to the librarian a week before the event to check for availability and to make a character.


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Grown Up Stuff


Monday Evening Literary Club
7:30-9:00PM, Third Monday of every month.
Book discussions and presentations by members.
New members welcome!

Gowanda Poetry Group
7:00-8:00PM, Third Thursday of every month.
Write and read poetry with the group. New members welcome!
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For Multiple Ages

The Game Club
4:00-5:00PM on Thursdays. (ages 9-teens)
Video games, Pokemon games, and more. Some Game Club days require a permission slip. Check at the library to see what's going on when.
The library takes no responsibility for the cards, games, consoles, and accessories of players during the game club.

Informal Japanese Language Study
5:30-6:30PM On Thursdays
For teens and adults
It is recommended that you bring your own index cards, a notebook, a binder, and pen/pencil for notes and study.

Learn to Sew!
4:15-5:15PM on Mondays, starting January 5th
For teens and adults
Learn to patch clothes, make pillows, and more!

Guided Meditation
5:30-6:30PM on Mondays, starting January 5th
For teens and adults
Stressed out? Need a moment of peace and quiet? Join us at the library for some quiet guided meditation!
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Library board meetings are held the third Wednesday of every month starting at 6:30PM. Open to the public!

Library Hours:

Mon: 2:30-8PM
Tue: 2:30-8PM
Wed: CLOSED
Thu: 2:30-8PM
Fri: 10-6PM
Sat: 10-2PM
Sun: CLOSED

We will be closed December 25th for Christmas, and January 1st for New Years.