Library Updates

ChiltonLibrary brings you up-to-date vehicle information on over 2,600 vehicles from 1940 to today. Access this resource for free – it can be used on your phone, tablet, or computer from home or in the library. ChiltonLibrary provides access to repair, maintenance and service information on the most popular cars, trucks, vans and SUVs on […]

  Watch these tutorials made by our librarian, Kristie, to learn everything you need to know about using OverDrive to access e-books, e-audiobooks, and more! Using Your OverDrive Account: Placing a Hold in OverDrive:   OverDrive: Read and Listen   Checking Items Out on OverDrive:   Advanced Features on OverDrive:   Downloading Libby by OverDrive: […]

New Library Science Kits Available for Check Out We now have multiple sets of seven different types of Library Science Kits that will foster critical thinking, problem-solving, and the scientific method of discovery. These kits are suitable for a wide range of ages and grade levels. They support and expand on student learning in the […]

You can now access Consumer Reports online for free, from home, in the library, or on the go! Click HERE to access this resource. If you are accessing this database at home, you will need to log in with your Patron ID, which is the number on the back of your library card. A Consumer […]

The library’s community poetry contest received over 50 entries from students across Chautauqua County! The Prendergast Poetry Contest was open to K-8 students in Chautauqua County. All participants received a certificate and a free book.  Three students (one from K-2, one from 3-5, and one from 6-8) were chosen as overall winners as well as […]

Beginning Friday, March 26, the Prendergast Library is offering in-person assistance to help patrons navigate the New York State vaccine site as well as local pharmacies’ websites. Please call 716-484-7135, ext 239, or email reference@prendergastlibrary.org to schedule an appointment. Please note: You must be eligible for a vaccine; we cannot determine eligibility. Library staff cannot […]

 The library will hold the monthly board meeting on September 9th at 5:15 p.m. The library’s board meeting will be held online. .All library board meetings are open to the public. If you would like to access the online board meeting, please email us at reference@prendergastlibrary.org.

As of February 15, individuals in groups 1A and 1B are eligible for the vaccine, as well as individuals 18+ with certain medical conditions diagnosed by a doctor. As of March 22, individuals 50+ are eligible for the vaccine and will be able to receive the vaccine through clinics and pharmacies. As of March 17, […]

Our librarian, Kristie, has made a series of videos about using the library’s resources for genealogy research. Check out the videos below to learn more about the library’s resources. If you have any questions, you can reach a librarian at reference@prendergastlibrary.org. Heritage Quest:   Understanding Census Records:   Using City Directories for Genealogy:   Lake […]

This holiday season, purchase a Prendergast Library book sale gift card. Your purchase of a gift card supports the library and our services to the community. Booksale gift cards are perfect for the reader in your life! The sale is stocked with bestsellers, children’s books, puzzles, DVDs, music CDs, and more. New inventory is added […]