Download the Classics
David Boria, right, downloads a book onto an iPad with Michael Magnuson, library assistant. Prendergast Library will offer instruction or help with eBooks from 7-8 p.m. on Wednesdays March 19 and 26 and from 2-3 p.m. on Thursdays March 20 and 27, as part of the Big Read featuring poetry by Emily Dickinson. No appointment […]
Hughes, Centi Tackle Character Change in ‘12 Angry Men’
Adam Hughes and Michael Leo Centi will bring Jurors Seven and Twelve to life at 7:30 p.m. April 10-12 when Theatre for a Cause presents “Twelve Angry Men” at The Spire as a fundraiser for Prendergast Library. Hughes, producer with Theatre for a Cause, has always been a fan of the script and is proud […]
Prendergast Library To Hold Literacy Tutor Training
Prendergast Library will host four workshops during March for registered adults who have been approved for training to become a literacy volunteer. Presenter is Amy Lawrence, associate executive director of Literacy New York Buffalo-Niagara, Inc. Topics are Orientation on Tuesday, March 18; Basic Literacy 1 on Thursday, March 20; Basic Literacy 2 on Tuesday, March […]
2014 8th Annual Cummins Run for Literacy
5K Run and Walk James Prendergast Library presents the 2014 Eighth Annual Cummins Run for Literacy Saturday, May 10, 2014 James Prendergast Library 509 Cherry St Jamestown, NY 14701 716-484-7135 Schedule | Registration Fee | Pre-race packet pick-up | Race Course & Map Timing | Parking | Race results | Post Race | Awards | […]
Library To Hold Class on Developmental Disabilities
Prendergast Library will host a class called “Connecting People with Developmental Disabilities to Services” at 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 26. Presenter is Sadie Jay-Edwards, statewide systems advocate and developmental disabilities information & outreach coordinator for Directions in Independent Living, Inc. The goal of the program is to give families more information on The Office for […]
Library Yarn Club Seeks New Members
Latitia Figueroa looks at items made by members of the Yarn Club at Prendergast Library. People of all ages who knit or crochet or want to learn are invited to bring supplies and work on projects together. No fee or registration is required. All experience levels are welcome. The next meeting is at 6:30 p.m. […]
Prendergast Offers Poetry-Based Family Activity
Prendergast Library will offer a poetry-themed storytime and family activity at 10 a.m. Saturday, March 15, in conjunction with the Big Read focusing on the poetry of Emily Dickinson. “Shel-ebrate the Poetry of Shel Silverstein” will tie in elements of poetry and help children learn about famous poets. Those attending will hear a staff member […]
Prendergast Library Kicks Off Big Read With Poetry Slam
Prendergast Library will kick off the 2014 Big Read focusing on the poetry of Emily Dickinson at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 19, with a poetry slam. Brandon Williamson, founder of Pure Ink Poetry Slam of Buffalo and an admissions counselor for SUNY Fredonia, will be in charge of the event. Williamson was voted Best Poet […]
Library Crafters To Make Tote Bags
Jessica Martin looks at a sample tote bag made from a T-shirt, the project for Thrifty Crafters from 6 – 8 p.m. Thursday, March 13, at Prendergast Library, 509 Cherry St., Jamestown. Adults attending are asked to bring two old T-shirts. Registration is not required. For information, call 484-7135.
Library To Celebrate Teen Tech Week
Staff member Nick Certo shows Lacey Stevens, left, and Vannessa Butts new kits to be used during an event sponsored by the Teen Advisory Council at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 15, at Prendergast Library. Snap Circuits allow users to create projects like radios and doorbells. Teen Tech Week kicks off Monday, March 10, with a […]
Speaker Announced for 2014 Bob Lecture
Dr. Stanley Weintraub will deliver the 10th annual Murray L. Bob Memorial Lecture at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 21, on the topic Escape into Christmas: Korea 1950. The speaker is a historian and the award-winning author of more than 50 books. He is a National Book Award finalist and a former Guggenheim Fellow. A Christmas […]
Library Schedules Spring Computer Classes
Prendergast Library will offer Introduction to Computers and the Internet and Introduction to Microsoft Office 2010 – Excel and Word starting March 4, for those interested in taking a computer class this spring. Introduction to Computers and the Internet will meet for six sessions from 12:30-3 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Courses run March 4 […]
Camera Club Show Closes Friday
The Chautauqua County Camera Club is presenting its first Artist Showcase in the Prendergast Library Art Gallery through March 14. Since the club was founded in November 2012, members have held their monthly meetings and special learning workshops at the library, and they couldn’t think of a better place to hold their first-ever showcase of […]
Recruiting Volunteers
The library is seeking volunteers to assist staff members with circulation duties or library programming. Opportunities are open to all, including teens and people with disabilities. Once you apply, your application will be reviewed. If your skills and interests match available volunteer openings, you will be invited to an information session and interview. Volunteer Position […]
Library To Host Tax Assistance Program
Rose Ann Lancione, left, VITA Coordinator, United Way of Southern Chautauqua County, tells Nancy W. Davis about the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program. Help for households that made less than $52,000 in the 2013 tax year will be available at Prendergast Library, 509 Cherry St., Jamestown, every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Feb. […]
Library To Host Smart Eating, Shopping Classes
Prendergast Library is accepting reservations to participate in free classes about eating smart and eating better for less. Classes will be offered by Cornell Cooperative Extension Chautauqua County from 11 a.m. to noon on Mondays from Feb. 24 through March 31 in the library story room. According to Family & Consumer Science Issue Leader Patricia […]
