Buffalo Public Library

09/04/2026

The library will be closed for Labor Day on Monday, Sept. 7. The library will be open regular hours on Saturday, Sept. 5, and Tuesday, Sept. 8: https://griver.org/locations

09/02/2026

🎉 Congratulations to our artists! 🎉
Our four winners from the Library Card Design Contest are....
-kids: Antolina, from St. Michael
-teen: Mallory, from Elk River
-adult: Corey, from Grey Eagle
-staff: Amanda, St. Cloud Library Associate
The design cards are NOW available (while supplies last) in your local library! Also, see the runner-up and honorable mention from each category in the contest. Thank you to everyone who participated.

09/01/2026

This year's theme, "A library card hits all the right notes," is a reminder that no matter what your tastes are, a library card hits all the right notes. Check out a classic story or hit shuffle and try something new! Get your library card during Library Card Sign-Up Month at griver.org/services/apply-for-your-free-library-card or talk to your local librarian.

09/01/2026

GRRL library job opportunities: Buffalo Library Assistant (closes 9/7).
For more information and to apply, visit: griver.org/jobs

08/31/2026

08/19/2026

LinkedIn Learning - have you tried it yet? If you are looking to learn relevant, professional skills, use this database for FREE with your library card. Learn more at griver.org/library-news/database-highlight-linkedin-learning

08/17/2026

Start the school year right by setting goals, getting organized, and, of course, reading! Kids can join the Back to School Reading Challenge from August 9 to September 30 in the free Beanstack app and online at griver.beanstack.org.

08/14/2026

Participate in GRRL's "Year in Reading" challenge on the Beanstack app. Each month is a different theme, and our librarians create a list of suggested titles. The challenge for August is to dive into a science fiction book or learn about science. Check out these books, and find more from this New, Best, & Fun list at https://griver.org/new-best-fun/august-2026-truth-wonder

08/12/2026

August is Read a Romance Month! Did you know your library has thousands of romance books, ebooks, and audiobooks? You can borrow them for free!