Lewiston Public Library Collection: “Living and Learning with Down Syndrome Today”
The Family & Friends Down Syndrome Association of Niagara, Inc. purchased and donated an extensive collection of books and related media in DVD format completely devoted to every matter imaginable about people living and learning with Down syndrome today.
The material spans children’s fiction, family non-fiction, early intervention manuals, inclusion guides, and research-based literature that holds the interest of children, adults, teachers, speech pathologists, and healthcare professionals serving our families.
Memorial & Foundation Tribute: This collaborative endeavor with the Lewiston Public Library and the NIOGA Library System (Niagara, Orleans, and Genesee Counties) was made possible through generous contributions in memory of Mrs. Angela R. Sirianni, a beloved local teacher, and The Friends and Family Foundation of “Paulie G.” Graczyk.
- Library Address: Lewiston Public Library, 305 South 8th Street, Lewiston, NY 14092
- Lending Desk Telephone: 716-754-4720
- Catalog Search Instruction: Visit the NIOGA Library System catalog or ask at the Lewiston reference desk and search “Down Syndrome” to generate the complete list of lending resources.
- Downloadable Reference Guides:
• 68 Annotated Down Syndrome Links Digest (Jan 2008 PDF)
• Down Syndrome Resources List (2008 PDF)
• 2009 Hospital New Parent Brochure (PDF) - Stop by Chapter’s Cafe: While visiting 305 South 8th Street on Tue, Wed, Thu, or Sat (10am–12pm), enjoy coffee and snacks served by DSAN young adults at Chapter’s Coffee Cafe!
Proud Member Since 2023: Niagara River Region Chamber of Commerce (NRRCC) in Lewiston, NY.
United Way Partner: Chapter’s Cafe is partially funded by The United Way of Greater Niagara as a 2025 funded agency.