Memorial Day Observance

The Main Library and LaSalle Branch will be closed Saturday, May 25 through Monday May 27 in observance of the Memorial Day holiday.

Beginning Polymer Clay
Craft Classes for Adults & Teens at the LaSalle Library

Do you remember those elementary school days of rolling plasticine into snakes or balls? We start out the same way with polymer clay but then turn it into sophisticated objects or fabulous jewelry.

Visit the Programs and Events page for class descriptions, dates and times!

Notice Regarding Patron Computers at Main Street

Beginning May 1, 2013, until further notice, patron computers will not be available on Wednesday mornings (9am until 12pm) at the Main Street location. Computers will be available at the LaSalle Library for patrons needing computer access during those hours.

Employment Opportunity

Part-Time Librarian Trainee

This is a trainee position where work is performed while the incumbent is attending an accredited library school pursuing a Master’s Degree in Librarianship.  The employee learns and performs increasingly difficult tasks while working under the direction of a professional Librarian. For a complete description of the position, visit our Employment page.

Spring Craft Classes for Adults and Teens

Trash to Treasure - Create beautiful coasters, photo frames, garden decorations, wind chimes and more from items that would normally be thrown away. Visit our Programs & Events page for class descriptions, dates, times and registration information.

Another benefit for library card holders...FREE music downloads!

Introducing FREEGAL MUSIC SERVICE, which allows cardholders to download up to 3 songs per week, for free, to keep forever!

Freegal offers:

• Millions of songs from ten thousand labels including the labels of Sony Music Entertainment.
• Tens-of-thousands of popular artists in hundreds of musical genres.
• Easy-to-use website interface with no software to install.
• DRM-FREE, Mp3 files that can be played on ANY device (including iPods).
• Simultaneous access to all music for all patrons.
• Simultaneous releases of chart topping music.

Get started today by visiting https://niagarafallspubliclib.freegalmusic.com and logging in with your library card number and PIN. You can also get to Freegal by clicking on the logo located on the left side of our home page.

Introducing Axis 360 - A New Way to Download eBooks!

Niagara Falls Public Library is pleased to introduce a new eBook collection, Axis 360. Axis 360 works with Blio eBook reading software that you download to your computer, tablet, or iPhone. Blio is the first reader app to be 100% compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Axis 360 titles will currently run on any Windows PC and on iOS and Android mobile devices. When you check out a title on your Axis 360 account, it can be moved to multiple devices that support Blio, such as an iPhone, an iPad, or a Kindle Fire. Axis 360 will soon be available for Nook, Kobo, Sony, Mac desktops, WebOS, and the vendor is negotiating with Amazon for Kindle compatibility.

To get started, visit our Axis 360 help page (click on tab in left sidebar) for additional information and instructions. Note: You must use a library card issued by the Niagara Falls Public Library to borrow books via Axis 360.

Already have the hang of it? Click on the Axis 360 icon at right or under Digital Downloads in the left sidebar to view and check out books. Happy reading!

Purchase Suggestion Form

Niagara Falls Public Library welcomes suggestions from our patrons for purchases of titles that are NOT currently available in the collection. Forms are available at the circulation desk at the library, or you may click here for a printable version that you may use to submit your suggestion. The link to this form is also available in the left sidebar.

World Book Encyclopedia comes off the shelf...

World Book Online provides access to encyclopedia articles - and so much more! Log on to explore rich multimedia collections, interactive tools and activities and instructional resources. The World Book Online Reference Center consists of three versions of World Book's content, tailored to the needs of three age groups:

High school and above:

World Book Online Reference Center is a powerful reference tool for advanced researchers and information seekers. The site features thousands of e-books, tens of thousands of articles, and hundreds of thousands of primary source documents and features developed especially for public library patrons,  such as Computer and Web Tutorials, How To..., documents, and Government Resources.

Middle school :

World Book Online Info Finder - This site features rich collections of multimedia on a variety of topics, science fair projects; a biography center; links to world newspapers, correlations to curriculum standards, 21st century research guides and much more.

Elementary School:

World Book Online Kids - Developed especially for young library patrons, this site offers easy-to-read articles and a wealth of engaging multimedia, games, science projects, interactive tools and activities.

Heritage Quest Online and Ancestry Library Edition will help you to discover your unique personal history!

The library offers two great databases for genealogists and other researchers:

HeritageQuest® Online
You’ll find U.S. federal census records, family histories, published genealogies, historical books, Revolutionary War records, Freedman’s Bank records, and more to help you trace your American ancestors’ paths across history. Available from any computer with Internet access. Users must log on with a Niagara Falls Public Library card.

Ancestry® Library Edition
Discover your unique family history! This resource includes billions of records from around the world, including from U.S., U.K., and Canadian census and vital records, immigration and passport records, periodicals and books, photos, and more. Available for use within the Niagara Falls Public Library and LaSalle Branch Library.

Mango Languages - the fast, easy, and most effective way to learn to speak a foreign language!

Mango is an online language learning system that teaches real conversation skills for practical communication in 37 different languages. Through fun and engaging interactive lessons, Mango makes learning a new language fast, easy and incredibly effective. The system is completely web-based and remotely accessible, so you can learn anywhere you have an Internet connection. As you listen to and repeat after native speakers, you'll learn more than just words and phrases. You’ll learn how those pieces can be rearranged and combined to make new thoughts, new conversations, and even more practical communication! In no time at all, you'll be able to navigate all sorts of everyday situations — get directions, order a meal, make new friends — the possibilities are endless! Click on the NFPL Databases button (located in the sidebar at left) to get started - all you'll need to log in is your Niagara Falls Public Library card.

The Friends of the Niagara Falls Public Library, 1425 Main Street, appreciate the many book donations that have helped to fund Library programs.  We are currently facing a space problem, however, and will be unable to accept used books until further notice.

Amazon's Kindle is the latest device to which you can download books through the library. Visit our digital lending page to get started. The "My Help" link at the left of the page will walk you through the process.

Don't forget that you can also download to your computer and a number of other audio and ebook readers, as well. The following links will take you to lists of compatible audio players and compatible eBook players.

And all downloads are free, with your library card!