Our Mission

To strengthen our community through lifelong learning with access to 
​varied collections, ​programs, and assistance with digital literacy.

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NOVELny - your research assistant

Access to the full text of thousands of journals, newspapers and other references - subjects include business, careers, education, encyclopedias, health, history, hobbies, humanities, kids, law, newspapers, science and Spanish.  Whether you need information for school or a personal interest, NOVELny has you covered.
Take me to NOVELny!

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Tool Library

Did you know that you can borrow tools from the library?  All you need is a library card in good standing!  See what you can borrow here, and check out our upcoming home improvement workshops here.

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Be in the know - subscribe to our email list to receive updates about what’s happening at your Niagara Falls libraries -  news, events, programs, services, collections, staff recommendations and more. 
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Library Programs and Events

Check out what's happening at the library. We offer something for everyone - whether you're a kid, teen or adult.  Take me to the listings! 

And here's the link to our January - March 2023 newsletter, which includes our events listings along with the latest news from the library, staff picks and more!

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Friends of the Library Book Sale

Did you know that books in great condition are available for purchase (at bargain prices!) at both of our locations? All proceeds go to support library programs that otherwise would be outside of our budget. 

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Local History Department News

We are resuming our normal hours of operation effective January 2023: Monday: 5pm - 8pm, Tuesday: 9am - 4pm, Wednesday: 1pm - 4pm, Thursday: 9am - 4pm.  However, booking an appointment in advance is always appreciated, and appointments are required to view items from the archives.  Archive requests must be submitted two local history business days in advance.  To make an appointment, email us at nflh@nioga.org or call 716-286-4899.
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Coming in January, we are proud to present the second part of the Niagara Falls Gazette digitization project. This project includes the Niagara Falls Gazette from February 1916 - January 1928. This is a continuation of the digitization of the Niagara Falls Gazette from 1854 - 1916 from last year. All of these digitized newspapers can be found at nyshistoricnewspapers.org.The collections were digitized with funds from the WNYLRC Regional Bibliographic Data Bases and Interlibrary Resources Sharing Program.

Additionally, the Local History Department has created a new digital exhibit: “Memories of Niagara Falls,” available on
tabletop kiosks at both the Main and LaSalle branches. On display will be local history events, local history interviews, and
presentations that discuss differing perspectives on the history of Niagara Falls and the community beginning in 2023. These
items will also be available online via our website. This project was made possible with an Action Grant from Humanities New York.

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Collection Highlight: Emerging Voices
There is a new section in the New Books display area called “Emerging Voices.” In it are works of fiction by authors who speak to experiences and histories that are alien to some but familiar to others. These narratives are important to a wide variety
of patrons, regardless of their own background, for two key reasons: if they read as unfamiliar, they provide a glimpse into worlds and identities that experience the world we all share, differently; we can be tourists, avatars, or spectators into different cultures. If they read as intimate and easily recognizable, they offer what citizens of any community hold dear - a sense of home. While some of the authors
in Emerging Voices are seasoned veterans in the world of literature, they are emerging into the spotlight here at both Main and LaSalle libraries.
Learn more about the books in this collection with Tom’s Five-for-Five,  a new page on the library website that will feature, on the fifth of every month, five questions answered about a featured book in the Emerging Voices collection. Guests are welcome to post comments interacting with the highlighted book.  Read more...

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A few changes in procedure to note...

Closing Procedure 

In order to properly secure the Main and LaSalle libraries each evening, we are slightly modifying our end-of-day procedures. Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the new time frame so you can plan your visit accordingly.
​Beginning 15 minutes prior to closing time:
* Doors will be locked and no new patrons will be admitted into the building. Our drop boxes are available 24/7 for patrons wishing to return materials.  (Main Street drop box is located beside the garages on side of building, LaSalle's is at the Buffalo Avenue entrance.)
* Patrons currently in the building will be asked to complete their activities and to bring materials they wish to borrow to the circulation desk for check out.
We thank you in advance for helping us to keep your libraries safe and secure.

New Books
The loan period for new books is now 14 days.

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New Health Information Resource Available!

We are pleased to offer our patrons access to Gale Health and Wellness, a database of easy-to-use health information that offers 24/7 access to medical journals, magazines, reference works, and multimedia resources. This resource is supported by funds from the National Library of Medicine, National Institutes of Health under cooperative agreement number UG4LM013729. 

​Click here to learn more!

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Grants News

We actively seek grant funding to advance our service to the public. Click here to learn more about grant-funded projects happening at the library.

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NFPL in the News - Guest View: Libraries Need Your Love 
Click here to read Executive Director Sarah Potwin's piece in the Niagara Gazette!

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​Covid Related
Policies & Procedures

Our 2021 Annual Report
​is here for your review!  

Library ​Newsletter

Upcoming 
Programs

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Digital Downloads
eBooks, audiobooks, tv shows, movies, music, magazines

Passport Acceptance Service
Niagara Falls Public Library has been designated a Passport Acceptance Facility by the Department of State.
Click for more information on applying for a passport.

Drop-In Notary Public Service
Need something notarized?  Stop in the children's room between 1:30pm and 3:30pm on Mondays, where a notary will be available to assist you.

Need help with the NYS Vaccine Appointment Website? 
NFPL staff can help! Call the Main Library at 716-286-4881 to schedule a tech help session.  

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Support the Library: ​
​Ways to Give
 Learn more about how you can help the library meet the informational, educational, cultural, and entertainment needs of the community.

Staff Picks
Need some inspiration?  Take a peek at what we're reading!  Our staff loves to read - and we're excited to share some of our favorite titles.
Booklists
Themed book lists compiled by our librarians to suit just about every taste and mood!

City of Niagara Falls Social Justice Commission Report

Covid-19 Facts and Research
Facts, not fear.
​Covid Assistance Information
​Connect with government, medical, educational ​and community organizations.

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Anti-Racism ​Resources
Books, websites & videos  for adults, teens and kids.

Home Instruction Resources
Feeling overwhelmed?  Take a peek at our resource guide for home instruction.

​Job Search Resources
Links to job banks, government employers, resume tips, occupational outlooks, free education and training courses and more.

Citizenship Resources
Looking to apply for U.S. Citizenship? Our Citizenship Corner has links to information about the naturalization process as well as library, online, and community resources to help you study for the test! ​

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Press Releases

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​Help is Available

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