named programs · 17 · from sources
What they call their work
ABCmouse
Provides an online educational curriculum for children ages 2 to 8, available in-library only.
Ancestry Library Edition
Offers genealogy research resources including censuses, vital records, and family histories, available in-library only.
Art Exhibitions
Features rotating art displays such as the August Featured Artist exhibition by James Vincent.
Book Clubs
Adult book clubs including the Third Tuesday Book Group, Myths and Mystics Book Club, and Tolkien Reader Book Club.
Kids Digital Collection
Curated digital content from OverDrive for children, including ebooks and audiobooks accessible with a library card.
LEGO Club
Monthly building and creativity event for children on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays, fostering imagination and social skills.
Libby
Provides free access to ebooks and digital audiobooks through a mobile app using a library card.
Maker Monday
Biweekly hands-on craft and STEAM activities for children aged 6–12, with all supplies provided.
Mango Languages
Interactive language-learning platform offering real-life conversation practice with native-speaker audio.
NOVELny
Grants access to thousands of online journals, newspapers, and reference materials for New York residents.
NYS Historic Newspapers
Provides free online access to nearly 700 digitized historical newspapers from across New York State.
New York Heritage
Online portal offering access to historical collections and cultural materials from institutions across New York State.
Reading with Animals
Monthly story time event where children read to therapy animals from the Chautauqua County Humane Society.
Story Time
Weekly sessions for children aged 2 to 5 featuring stories, themes, and interactive elements to promote literacy.
Summer Reading Program
Seasonal program featuring themed events such as dinosaur cookie decorating to encourage reading during summer months.
Teen Video Game Night
Monthly gaming event for teens offering video game play and social interaction.
Volunteer Program
Opportunities for community members to assist with programs, technology, shelf maintenance, and special events.
activities · 13 groups
What they do
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Public Access to Digital and Physical Library Collections 2 activities
- Digital Resource AccessProvides library card holders with access to digital collections including ebooks and audiobooks via Libby and OverDrive, and offers language learning through Mango and educational curriculum via ABCmouse.com.
- General Public Library ServicesProvides core library services to the general public, including lending materials, reference support, and access to physical and digital collections.
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Literary Events & Workshops 1 activity
- Adult Book Clubs and Discussion GroupsHosts multiple monthly book clubs for adults, including the Tolkien Reader Book Club, Third Tuesday Book Group, Books & Brunch, Myths and Mystics Book Club, and others, to promote reading and community discussion.
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Recurring Craft and Fiber Arts Groups 1 activity
- Adult Creative and Social ProgramsHosts weekly and monthly programs for adults including Scrabble Club on Thursdays, Coffee Talk on Thursday mornings, and a knitting and crochet group to foster community connection and creative expression.
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Curated Art Exhibitions and Public Displays 1 activity
- Art Exhibitions and Gallery EventsHosts rotating art exhibitions and gallery receptions, including a featured artist program, to showcase local artists such as James Vincent and promote community engagement with the arts.
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Library Book Donation Management 1 activity
- Book Donations and Memorial ContributionsAccepts book donations in good condition at the front desk and allows community members to make donations in honor or memory of individuals to support library activities.
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Hands-On STEM Education Programs 1 activity
- Children's Craft and STEAM ActivitiesHosts recurring craft and hands-on creative programs for children ages 6–12, including Maker Monday events and LEGO Club meetings on the 1st and 3rd Mondays and Tuesdays each month, featuring STEM and creative building projects.
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Youth and Family Cooking Education 1 activity
- Children's Educational and Cooking ProgramsHosts educational programs for children including a Kids Cooking Club where participants make pancakes with various toppings, and provides access to digital learning resources such as ABCmouse.com for children ages 2 to 8.
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Early Literacy Promotion 1 activity
- Children's Literacy and Story Time ProgramsHosts regular story time sessions for children aged 0–5, including toddler and baby story times featuring songs, rhymes, and interactive literacy activities, offered weekly on Tuesdays and Fridays at 10:30 a.m.
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Homeschool Support Services 1 activity
- Home School and Specialized Learning ProgramsOffers a weekly homeschool program for children aged 6–12 on Mondays at 1 PM, featuring structured educational activities and learning opportunities.
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Animal-Assisted Support Services 1 activity
- Reading with Animals ProgramHosts monthly reading sessions where children read aloud to trained therapy dogs and cats from the Chautauqua County Humane Society to promote literacy and comfort with reading.
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Summer and Seasonal Reading Programs 1 activity
- Summer Reading ProgramHosts an annual Summer Reading Program featuring themed events such as Dinosaur Cookie Decorating and other educational and recreational activities to encourage reading and learning during summer months.
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Recreational Game Programming 1 activity
- Teen ProgramsOffers recreational and educational programming for adolescents, including Teen Video Game Night, Minecraft Peaceful Play, and chess club, held regularly to support socialization and skill development.
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Library Volunteer Coordination & Community Engagement 1 activity
- Volunteer Engagement and Support ProgramsEngages volunteers in library operations and programming, including the Adopt-a-Shelf program, event support, craft preparation, volunteer-led technology training, and assistance with summer reading initiatives.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$215K
Contributions & grants$183K85%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$19K9%
Other revenue$13K
expenses
Total expenses$267K
Program expenses83%
Admin / overhead12%
Fundraising5%
Salaries & benefits$153K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$1.21M
Cash$40K
Investments$365K
Liabilities$0
Net assets$1.21M
Liquid reserves18.2 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -0.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| SHANNON M TAYLOR | LIBRARY DIRE | 40 | $68K |
board members · 9
- CHRISTINE SWANSON — SECRETARY
- JADE BARBER — TRUSTEE
- LISA VANDEWARK — TRUSTEE
- LISA YAGGIE — TRUSTEE
- LYNN KINNEAR — TRUSTEE
- MARIA MALMSTRM — TRUSTEE
- MITCH KLEIN — TREASURER
- NANCY PADAK — PRESIDENT
- NICHOLAS SPRY — VICE PRESIDE
relationships · 5
Who they work with
- American Library Association Network — Adheres to the Library Bill of Rights published by the American Library Association.
- Chautauqua County Humane Society Partner — Collaborates with the library to host monthly Reading with Animals events.
- Chautauqua County Humane Society Partner — Collaborates with the library to provide animals for children's story time programs.
- Chautauqua County Humane Society Partner — Provides animals for reading sessions with children at the library.
- OverDrive Partner — Partners with OverDrive to provide the Kids Digital Collection of ebooks and audiobooks.
strategies · 4
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Animal-Assisted Literacymethodology: animal-assisted_literacyBy pairing children with animals during reading sessions, we improve literacy skills and reading confidence because the non-judgmental presence of animals reduces anxiety and creates a supportive, low-pressure environment for practice.
- Community Building Through Social Engagementmethodology: community-building-through-social-engagementBy hosting shared social experiences such as coffee gatherings and food-and-literature events, we strengthen community connection and belonging because informal, welcoming environments encourage participation and foster interpersonal bonds.
- Hands-On STEM and Makerspace Learningmethodology: hands-on STEM educationBy providing regular, structured hands-on maker activities and STEM-focused programs, we develop children’s creativity, problem-solving, and technical skills because active experimentation promotes deeper engagement and cognitive development.
- Play-Based Early Learningmethodology: play-based_learningBy using structured play and interactive storytelling, we foster early literacy, social development, and cognitive growth in young children because play naturally engages curiosity, builds language skills, and supports peer interaction in developmentally appropriate ways.