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Sunday, April 24, 2016
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Lockport Public Library will host guest lecturer Jack DiMaggio as part of the ongoing John and Dianne Koplas Memorial Lecture Series at 6:30 p.m. May 23 in the Wheeler Room on Floor 2.
DiMaggio, whose topic will be “Imprints Behind the Smile,” is a graduate of Lockport Senior High School and California State College, and taught art at the Lockport High School for 32 years. He is also a renowned artist, displaying his works at the gallery (Gallery DiMaggio) he and his wife, Kathleen, established here in Lockport. Jack is the father of three married sons and a grandfather of eight.
Since his retirement from teaching, DiMaggio remains an active part of the Lockport community. He continues to paint and draw and selectively takes private art students for consultation. He also judges local art shows and is often requested as an art consultant by individuals, businesses and galleries. In addition to serving on the Boards at the Kenan Center and the Market Street Art Center, he was a member of the Lock Side Art Gallery and continues a long commitment of volunteering for Lockport’s Meals on Wheels.
The family and friends of John and Dianne Koplas established this lecture series in cooperation with Lockport Public Library to honor the Koplas’ devotion to teaching and to celebrate their lifelong passion for learning.
For more information or to support this memorial, contact the library at 433-5935 or online at www.lockportlibrary.org.
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Lockport Public Library will host guest lecturer Jack DiMaggio as part of the ongoing John and Dianne Koplas Memorial Lecture Series at 6:30 p.m. May 23 in the Wheeler Room on Floor 2.
Since his retirement from teaching, DiMaggio remains an active part of the Lockport community. He continues to paint and draw and selectively takes private art students for consultation. He also judges local art shows and is often requested as an art consultant by individuals, businesses and galleries. In addition to serving on the Boards at the Kenan Center and the Market Street Art Center, he was a member of the Lock Side Art Gallery and continues a long commitment of volunteering for Lockport’s Meals on Wheels.
The family and friends of John and Dianne Koplas established this lecture series in cooperation with Lockport Public Library to honor the Koplas’ devotion to teaching and to celebrate their lifelong passion for learning.
For more information or to support this memorial, contact the library at 433-5935 or online at www.lockportlibrary.org.
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Sunday, April 10, 2016
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The Lockport Public Library is hosting a workshop to make one-of-a-kind Scrabble Tile Picture Frames from 2 - 3 p.m. on April 23 in the Library’s Meeting Room.
This event is free and open to teens and tweens ages 11 – 16 and registration is required.
To register for this program or for more information about upcoming events at the Library, stop at the Children’s Circulation Desk, call 433-5935 ext. 4 or visit www.lockportlibrary.org.
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This event is free and open to teens and tweens ages 11 – 16 and registration is required.
To register for this program or for more information about upcoming events at the Library, stop at the Children’s Circulation Desk, call 433-5935 ext. 4 or visit www.lockportlibrary.org.
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Tuesday, April 5, 2016
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Lockport Public Library's proposed 1.7 million budget will be put before district voters from 9 a.m to 8 p.m. April 12.
The 2016/2017 budget, $1,717,690 in total asks taxpayers for $1.436,681 -- a $12,681 increase from property taxes over the 2015/2016 budget.
According to the library, the proposed increase, if approved by voters, will be applied to increased operating costs, maintaining library collections and services, computer access, library programs, access to collections, and services via the library's web site.
According to the library, in 2015:
The vote will be held from 9 a.m. until 8 p.m. in the library's first-floor Community Meeting Room.
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The 2016/2017 budget, $1,717,690 in total asks taxpayers for $1.436,681 -- a $12,681 increase from property taxes over the 2015/2016 budget.
According to the library, the proposed increase, if approved by voters, will be applied to increased operating costs, maintaining library collections and services, computer access, library programs, access to collections, and services via the library's web site.
According to the library, in 2015:
- 186,147 people visited the library.
- 29,697 people have library cards.
- 380,182 items were borrowed (does not include digital).
- 17,226 reference questions were answered.
- 14,152 adults, children, teens, and families attended 750 library programs.
The vote will be held from 9 a.m. until 8 p.m. in the library's first-floor Community Meeting Room.
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Wednesday, March 16, 2016
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The Lockport Public Library has been awarded a Niagara Area Foundation Grant for its year-long mental and physical wellness program, “Bodies, Books & Brains.” The program will offer a variety of yoga workshops for children and families along with books, DVDs and other materials supporting improved mental and physical health. Each workshop will begin a gentle relaxation story followed by yoga instruction and a variety of healthy living tips. Special guest speakers will also visit the library throughout the year to discuss nutrition, meditation and relaxation techniques along with fitness for the whole family.
A “Yoga for Kids” workshop will be held Tuesday, March 22 from 2:00 - 2:45 pm in Library’s Orchard Room. Certified yoga instructor Donna Baia from Kidding around Yoga, will teach children ages 5-9 yoga poses while playing games, dancing and moving around to music and stories. Registration is required for this event due to limited space.
A “Family Yoga” workshop will be held Thursday, March 24 from 6:30 - 7:15 pm in the Community Meeting Room for children ages 5 - 12 along with their parents. This workshop will focus on basic yoga poses and relaxation tips for the whole family. Registration is required for this event due to limited space.
To register for these events, call the Library at 433-5935 ext. 4, stop in or visit the library at www.lockportlibrary.com.
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A “Yoga for Kids” workshop will be held Tuesday, March 22 from 2:00 - 2:45 pm in Library’s Orchard Room. Certified yoga instructor Donna Baia from Kidding around Yoga, will teach children ages 5-9 yoga poses while playing games, dancing and moving around to music and stories. Registration is required for this event due to limited space.
A “Family Yoga” workshop will be held Thursday, March 24 from 6:30 - 7:15 pm in the Community Meeting Room for children ages 5 - 12 along with their parents. This workshop will focus on basic yoga poses and relaxation tips for the whole family. Registration is required for this event due to limited space.
To register for these events, call the Library at 433-5935 ext. 4, stop in or visit the library at www.lockportlibrary.com.
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Monday, February 15, 2016
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To help beat the winter blues, the Lockport Public Library Children's and Teen Department has planned a variety of programs during the school winter break week, today through Saturday
Monday: President’s Day - A Make & Take Craft
Stop by the Orchard and make a presidential craft honoring George Washington and Abraham Lincoln.
10:00 am - 6:00 pm in the Orchard. All are welcome.
Tuesday: Winter Fun - A Storytime & Craft
Join us for stories, a craft and movie about all the fun, fluffy white stuff.
10:00 - 10:45 am in the Orchard. All are welcome.
Tuesday: Family Movie - Oliver Twist
Get ready for Lockport High School's production of Oliver the Musical (March 11-13) by watching the animated version of the Charles Dicken's classic story of the orphan Oliver Twist. After starting his life in a workhouse, Oliver ends up in London where he meets the Artful Dodger, a member of a gang of juvenile pickpockets, which is led by the elderly criminal Fagin.
Pizza and pop will be served.
2:00 - 3:30 pm in the Meeting Room. Ages 5-12, registration required.
Wednesday: Family Movie - The Snow Queen
Join a young girl in an icy wonderland, as she faces difficult obstacles and finds new friends on a quest to defeat the Snow Queen and warm the hearts of people everywhere.
2:00 - 3:30 pm in the Orchard. All are welcome.
Wednesday - Winter Fun - A Storytime & Craft
Join us for stories, a craft and movie about all the fun, fluffy white stuff.
6:30 - 7:15 pm in the Orchard. All are welcome.
Thursday: Colorful Penguins - A Make & Take Craft
Flop into the Orchard and make a playful penguin.
10:00 am - 6:00 pm in the Orchard. All are welcome.
Thursday: A Tween & Teen Event: Make Your Own Bookends
Need something to hold up all those great books you read - how about bookends of your own design! We provide the metal bookends, the paints, the sparkle and all the artistic supplies - you just need to bring your creative ideas. Pizza and pop will be provided.
2:00-3:15 pm in the Meeting Room. Ages 11-16 only, registration required. Registration begins 2/1/2016.
Friday: Winter Fun - A Storytime & Craft
Join us for stories, a craft and movie about all the fun, fluffy white stuff.
10:00 - 10:45 am in the Orchard. All are welcome.
Saturday: Clifford the Big Red Dog Movie & Craft Day
Who is everyone’s favorite dog? It’s Clifford! Stop in the Orchard anytime to make a Clifford craft. Clifford movies will be showing continuously.
10:30 am - 3:00 pm in the Orchard. All are welcome.
For more information about upcoming programs at the Library or to register for special events, call the Library at 433-5935 ext. 4, stop in the Children’s Department or visit www.lockportlibrary.org.
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Monday: President’s Day - A Make & Take Craft
Stop by the Orchard and make a presidential craft honoring George Washington and Abraham Lincoln.
10:00 am - 6:00 pm in the Orchard. All are welcome.
Tuesday: Winter Fun - A Storytime & Craft
Join us for stories, a craft and movie about all the fun, fluffy white stuff.
10:00 - 10:45 am in the Orchard. All are welcome.
Tuesday: Family Movie - Oliver Twist
Get ready for Lockport High School's production of Oliver the Musical (March 11-13) by watching the animated version of the Charles Dicken's classic story of the orphan Oliver Twist. After starting his life in a workhouse, Oliver ends up in London where he meets the Artful Dodger, a member of a gang of juvenile pickpockets, which is led by the elderly criminal Fagin.
Pizza and pop will be served.
2:00 - 3:30 pm in the Meeting Room. Ages 5-12, registration required.
Wednesday: Family Movie - The Snow Queen
Join a young girl in an icy wonderland, as she faces difficult obstacles and finds new friends on a quest to defeat the Snow Queen and warm the hearts of people everywhere.
2:00 - 3:30 pm in the Orchard. All are welcome.
Wednesday - Winter Fun - A Storytime & Craft
Join us for stories, a craft and movie about all the fun, fluffy white stuff.
6:30 - 7:15 pm in the Orchard. All are welcome.
Thursday: Colorful Penguins - A Make & Take Craft
Flop into the Orchard and make a playful penguin.
10:00 am - 6:00 pm in the Orchard. All are welcome.
Thursday: A Tween & Teen Event: Make Your Own Bookends
Need something to hold up all those great books you read - how about bookends of your own design! We provide the metal bookends, the paints, the sparkle and all the artistic supplies - you just need to bring your creative ideas. Pizza and pop will be provided.
2:00-3:15 pm in the Meeting Room. Ages 11-16 only, registration required. Registration begins 2/1/2016.
Friday: Winter Fun - A Storytime & Craft
Join us for stories, a craft and movie about all the fun, fluffy white stuff.
10:00 - 10:45 am in the Orchard. All are welcome.
Saturday: Clifford the Big Red Dog Movie & Craft Day
Who is everyone’s favorite dog? It’s Clifford! Stop in the Orchard anytime to make a Clifford craft. Clifford movies will be showing continuously.
10:30 am - 3:00 pm in the Orchard. All are welcome.
For more information about upcoming programs at the Library or to register for special events, call the Library at 433-5935 ext. 4, stop in the Children’s Department or visit www.lockportlibrary.org.
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Friday, January 22, 2016
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New York National Guard troops, in conjunction with the New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services, will present a free disaster preparedness class at 11 a.m. Jan. 30 at the Lockport Public Library.
The two-hour program is part of Gov. Andrew Cuomo's continuing Citizen Preparedness Corps Training Program, which provides citizens with the knowledge and tools to prepare for emergencies and disasters, respond accordingly, and recover as quickly as possible to pre-disaster conditions.
Working with the New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services (DHSES) and local emergency management personnel, troops are conducting these training events across the state.
Since the program's launch in early February 2014, troops have held more than 600 events statewide, and taught over 54,000 citizens how to be better prepared for emergencies and disasters.
The program, designed by DHSES, covers a broad range of emergency-preparedness topics, like developing a family emergency plan, stocking up on emergency supplies, and registering for NY-Alert, the free statewide emergency alert system.
The Citizen Preparedness Corps has equipped thousands of New Yorkers to respond better to emergencies and disasters, he stressed.
Emergency preparedness is part and parcel of the New York National Guard's mission and experience, according to New York State Adjutant General, Maj. Gen. Patrick A. Murphy.
"The men and women of the New York Army and Air National Guard, who have responded to help their fellow New Yorkers during floods, hurricanes, and snow storms, know first-hand the value of being prepared for emergencies," Murphy said.
"Our Soldiers and Airmen are proud to be part of Governor Cuomo's effort to help our fellow citizens prepare to cope with disasters and emergencies."
No sign-up is required to attend the event.
For more information on the program and emergency preparedness, visit: www.prepare.ny.gov
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The two-hour program is part of Gov. Andrew Cuomo's continuing Citizen Preparedness Corps Training Program, which provides citizens with the knowledge and tools to prepare for emergencies and disasters, respond accordingly, and recover as quickly as possible to pre-disaster conditions.
Working with the New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services (DHSES) and local emergency management personnel, troops are conducting these training events across the state.
Since the program's launch in early February 2014, troops have held more than 600 events statewide, and taught over 54,000 citizens how to be better prepared for emergencies and disasters.
The program, designed by DHSES, covers a broad range of emergency-preparedness topics, like developing a family emergency plan, stocking up on emergency supplies, and registering for NY-Alert, the free statewide emergency alert system.
The Citizen Preparedness Corps has equipped thousands of New Yorkers to respond better to emergencies and disasters, he stressed.
Emergency preparedness is part and parcel of the New York National Guard's mission and experience, according to New York State Adjutant General, Maj. Gen. Patrick A. Murphy.
"The men and women of the New York Army and Air National Guard, who have responded to help their fellow New Yorkers during floods, hurricanes, and snow storms, know first-hand the value of being prepared for emergencies," Murphy said.
"Our Soldiers and Airmen are proud to be part of Governor Cuomo's effort to help our fellow citizens prepare to cope with disasters and emergencies."
No sign-up is required to attend the event.
For more information on the program and emergency preparedness, visit: www.prepare.ny.gov
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Thursday, December 24, 2015
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The Lockport Public Library is hosting two special visits with the Aquarium of Niagara's Touch Tank. The events, to be held at 2 p.m. and 2:45 p.m. Tuesday are open to children ages 4-12 with pre-registration.
The Touch Tank is filled with an array of living sea creatures including sea stars, crabs, lobsters and horseshoe crabs. After an introductory lesson on the marine invertebrates, children will have the opportunity to feel and hold these fascinating invertebrate animals.
To register for the Aquarium program or for more information about upcoming events at the Library, stop at the Children’s Circulation Desk, call 433-5935 ext. 4 or visit the events calendar page at www.lockportlibrary.org. There are openings for both sessions as of the publishing of this article.
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The Touch Tank is filled with an array of living sea creatures including sea stars, crabs, lobsters and horseshoe crabs. After an introductory lesson on the marine invertebrates, children will have the opportunity to feel and hold these fascinating invertebrate animals.
To register for the Aquarium program or for more information about upcoming events at the Library, stop at the Children’s Circulation Desk, call 433-5935 ext. 4 or visit the events calendar page at www.lockportlibrary.org. There are openings for both sessions as of the publishing of this article.
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Tuesday, November 10, 2015
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The Lockport Public Library is hosting a Pete the Cat Party from 11-11:45 a.m. Saturday in the Orchard Room.
Children in Pre-K through second-grade are invited to "Be groovy and join us for Pete the Cat stories, crafts, music and fun."
Registration is required. To register call 433-5935 Ext. 4 or visit the library online at www.lockportlibrary.org.
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Children in Pre-K through second-grade are invited to "Be groovy and join us for Pete the Cat stories, crafts, music and fun."
Registration is required. To register call 433-5935 Ext. 4 or visit the library online at www.lockportlibrary.org.
East Niagara Post is the official media sponsor of Hockey Day in Lockport.
Monday, November 9, 2015
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The Lockport Public Library is pleased to announce the start of another session of their Children’s Story Times. Parents may register children now and sessions will begin the week of Nov. 9th. Parents may register children three different ways – by stopping in the library, calling the Library at 433-5935 Ext. 4 or online at www.lockportlibrary.org.
Baby Bookworms
For children ages 9 - 24 months accompanied by an adult. Story time will feature 15 minutes of fingerplays, rhymes and songs followed by 30 minutes of social time and play.
Mondays 10:00 - 10:45 a.m. – Nov. 9, 16, 23, 30, Dec. 7
Little Library Time
For children ages 2 and 3 accompanied by an adult. Story time will feature 30 minutes of stories, fingerplays, movement songs, and a craft followed by 30 minutes of social time and play.
For Two-Year-Olds: Tuesdays 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. – Nov. 10, 17, 24, Dec. 1, 8
For Three-Year-Olds: Wednesdays 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. – Nov. 11, 18, 25, Dec. 2, 9
Prime Time Readers
For children ages 3 and up who are ready to sit without an adult. Storytime will feature 30 minutes of longer stories, fingerplays, educational games, and a short movie followed by a craft. Parents will not be in the Orchard but must stay in the Children’s Department during storytime.
Mondays 2:00 – 2:45 p.m. - Nov. 9, 16, 23, 30 , Dec. 7
Evening Story Time
A drop-in story time for the whole family, featuring 45 minutes of stories, fingerplays, songs, a craft and a movie. No registration needed.
Mondays 6:30 - 7:15 p.m. – Nov. 9, 16, 23, 30, Dec. 7
Fabulous Fridays
Have children that would be in different classes but can only come to the library once? Can't make it to storytime earlier in the week? Try our storytime for children of all ages accompanied by an adult. Come enjoy stories, a craft, and some play! No registration needed.
Fridays 10:00 - 10:30 a.m. (storytime) and 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. (playtime) – Nov. 13, 20, Dec. 4, 11
For more information about storytimes and other programs contact the library at 433-5935 ext. 4 or visit www.lockportlibrary.org.
East Niagara Post is the official media sponsor of Hockey Day in Lockport.
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Baby Bookworms
For children ages 9 - 24 months accompanied by an adult. Story time will feature 15 minutes of fingerplays, rhymes and songs followed by 30 minutes of social time and play.
Mondays 10:00 - 10:45 a.m. – Nov. 9, 16, 23, 30, Dec. 7
Little Library Time
For children ages 2 and 3 accompanied by an adult. Story time will feature 30 minutes of stories, fingerplays, movement songs, and a craft followed by 30 minutes of social time and play.
For Two-Year-Olds: Tuesdays 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. – Nov. 10, 17, 24, Dec. 1, 8
For Three-Year-Olds: Wednesdays 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. – Nov. 11, 18, 25, Dec. 2, 9
Prime Time Readers
For children ages 3 and up who are ready to sit without an adult. Storytime will feature 30 minutes of longer stories, fingerplays, educational games, and a short movie followed by a craft. Parents will not be in the Orchard but must stay in the Children’s Department during storytime.
Mondays 2:00 – 2:45 p.m. - Nov. 9, 16, 23, 30 , Dec. 7
Evening Story Time
A drop-in story time for the whole family, featuring 45 minutes of stories, fingerplays, songs, a craft and a movie. No registration needed.
Mondays 6:30 - 7:15 p.m. – Nov. 9, 16, 23, 30, Dec. 7
Fabulous Fridays
Have children that would be in different classes but can only come to the library once? Can't make it to storytime earlier in the week? Try our storytime for children of all ages accompanied by an adult. Come enjoy stories, a craft, and some play! No registration needed.
Fridays 10:00 - 10:30 a.m. (storytime) and 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. (playtime) – Nov. 13, 20, Dec. 4, 11
For more information about storytimes and other programs contact the library at 433-5935 ext. 4 or visit www.lockportlibrary.org.
East Niagara Post is the official media sponsor of Hockey Day in Lockport.
Thursday, October 29, 2015
The Lockport Public Library played host to over 100 people Tuesday night as author, Ariel Lawhon visited for the annual “One Book, One County” program. Her book, The Wife, the Maid, & the Mistress, was chosen by the library staff to be the showcase of the program for this year. During her presentation, she not only told the viewers of her journey on becoming an author, but also her upbringing which readied her for a life of writing.
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Ariel Lawhon poses for a photo with ENP's Craig Bacon.
(PHOTO COURTESY OF MARIANNE COLTON /
LOCKPORT PUBLIC LIBRARY)
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As she began reading on her own, she fell into the worlds like Narnia. However, instead of ending the story when she finished the last page, she began to add to the stories. The worlds that she fell in love with through the pages became her own as she added her voice to them. Soon she had moved onto making her own worlds and her own stories.
When she was a freshman in high school, shortly after the year began, a teacher tapped her on her shoulder while she was standing at her locker. The teacher was the creative writing teacher for the sophomore class, and she had heard about how wonderful Ariel’s writing was. Mrs. Wilson asked if Ariel would be taking her class the following year. Of course, the answer was a resounding yes.
Graduating at only 16 years of age, Ariel moved from Arizona to Kentucky and Tennessee to be near her brother, who was in the military. There she met and married her husband, eventually having four sons to keep her busy. It was shortly after the birth of her second child that the story that became her novel started to form in her mind.
About two weeks after bringing home the new baby, she sat down to her computer to read the news and catch up on emails. She saw a link asking “Has the Mystery of Judge Crater Been Solved?” Clicking on it, she read the history of one of the biggest missing persons cases in our country. She was hooked when she read that Crater’s widow, on the anniversary of his disappearance, would go to one her husband’s favorite bars. There she would order two shots, sit in the corner booth, and toast her late husband. She would drink one shot and leave the other behind.
Lawhon viewed this as an act of pennace. The question arose, “What if she knew but never told, and this was how she punished herself?” From there, she began outlining her ideas on what might have happened to Judge Crater.
Research began by reading contemporary accounts of the disappearance as well as visiting New York City to make sure she got the setting correct. Included in her research was Empty Robes, a memoir written by Stella Crater with assistance from Oscar Fraley, co-author of The Untouchables. Stella’s voice from this memoir became the spine around which the novel was written.
Interestingly, in the book, Lawhon imagines that Ritzi, the showgirl, has escaped the clutches of the people who were out to do her harm and settles in the Midwest with a husband. In real life, the whereabouts of Ritzi were unknown. About five months after the book was published, she received an email from a woman who claimed to be the showgirl’s granddaughter.
The family was stunned to learn of their grandmother’s past. She had always kept that hidden. After leaving New York City, she had moved to California where she became a competitive ballroom dancer. She also changed her name to Diane. Her family had no idea that her name wasn’t Diane until the last few months of her life in 2000. She also kept a scrapbook with numerous clippings that she never let anyone look at. She burned the book before she died, taking its secrets with her to the grave.
Lawhon was amazed at how close her imagination had gotten to the truth. Finally, after 70 years, the mysterious disappearance of Crater’s showgirl friend was solved. It was uncannily so much like what she had imagined in her novel.
In her closing, Ariel Lawhon stated, “There is a profound connection between the author and the reader. This thing is mine for all those lonely months of writing. Then it is yours, yours to love or hate.”
Ariel Lawhon was fun to listen to. She regaled the audience with tales of her youth and of her own children (4 sons) with a folksy charm that endeared her to the people at the library. Her newest book, Flight of Dreams will be released in February, 2016. It’s another piece of historical fiction that is sure to keep readers begging for more.
+Craig Bacon reviews books and the theater for East Niagara Post. Read his column every Tuesday and follow him on Twitter @hippieby73.
Catch up quick
Monday, October 26, 2015
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The Lockport Public Library is hosting a book sale and signing by local authors from 2-4 p.m. Saturday.
To date, eight authors have signed up to participate in the event, including Robert Kerins (Tourist Trap, Fatal Lesson, Deadly Mist, Positions of Trust, Cuckoo), Cyndy Cotten (Window Across Time, The Book Boat's In, Abbie In Stitches, Fair Has Nothing To Do With It), Helene Lee (Bittersweet Decision - The War Brides After 40 Years), Max Warfield (Brimstone, Independently Blue, Cobra in the Clouds), Mike Miller (Acrostic Poetry, It’s Your Book guide to self-publishing, Wordfinderz), Rick Stuewe (Terror on Lake Erie), Rosebud (Cut Off, unloved, alone, abandoned), and Stephen Eoannou (Muscle Cars).
Some authors are members of Lockport Write Touch Writing Group or the Lewiston Writers Group.
Stop in, meet and talk with the authors,
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To date, eight authors have signed up to participate in the event, including Robert Kerins (Tourist Trap, Fatal Lesson, Deadly Mist, Positions of Trust, Cuckoo), Cyndy Cotten (Window Across Time, The Book Boat's In, Abbie In Stitches, Fair Has Nothing To Do With It), Helene Lee (Bittersweet Decision - The War Brides After 40 Years), Max Warfield (Brimstone, Independently Blue, Cobra in the Clouds), Mike Miller (Acrostic Poetry, It’s Your Book guide to self-publishing, Wordfinderz), Rick Stuewe (Terror on Lake Erie), Rosebud (Cut Off, unloved, alone, abandoned), and Stephen Eoannou (Muscle Cars).
Some authors are members of Lockport Write Touch Writing Group or the Lewiston Writers Group.
Stop in, meet and talk with the authors,
Catch up quick
Tuesday, October 6, 2015
Each year, the Lockport Public Library hosts a program titled, “One Book — One Community.” This program chooses a book for the patrons of the local libraries to read, and then follows up with a lecture and book signing by the author. This year’s selection is "The Wife, The Maid, & The Mistress" by Ariel Lawhon.
Lawhon’s book is a piece of historical fiction that centers around the real-life disappearance of Judge Joseph Crater in August, 1930. Crater was a New York City judge who was last seen leaving a restaurant on West 45th Street, and was considered the “Missingest Man in New York.”
Immediately, his wife, vacationing in Maine is the prime suspect. Stella Crater is a woman who expects a certain level of living and a certain anonymity. The constant questions by the authorities drives her away from the public eye, leading to a great deal of suspicion about her part in her husband’s disappearance.
Ritzi, a Broadway showgirl and Crater’s mistress, is one of the last to see the judge before his disappearance. In this story, she is present in the apartment when Crater is hauled away by abductors. Crater has left the young woman in a delicate condition which threatens her future as a showgirl. In addition, her secretive past bubbles to the surface and gives her an avenue to which she can hide.
Rounding out the title triumvirate is Maria Simon, the Craters' maid. In addition to this, she also works as a seamstress in a tailor’s shop. Her husband, Jude, is an investigator with the police department investigating the judge’s disappearance and probable death. Maria becomes acquainted with Ritzi when the maid agrees to help the showgirl with her costuming needs.
Secrets are kept over the next four decades until a dying Stella Crater decides to reveal the secret of her husband’s disappearance to Detective Simon, Maria’s widowed husband. Long after the deaths of the other women involved, the story behind Crater is imagined to be a far deeper plot than we could have imagined.
Ariel Lawhon weaves a tale through the factual history of one of our country’s greatest disappearances. This novel is a “what if” as seen through the mind of the author. There have been virtually no leads in the case over the last eighty-five years. Lawhon makes a provocative argument for a possible explanation through the eyes of three different, yet very sympathetic women.
The narrative is shared by the wife, maid and mistress, each giving their own unique view on the events that took place in the days before and after Judge Crater’s disappearance. Each piece unveiled by each woman builds the case for a solution to the mystery. These women's’ foibles develop over the course of the book, sometimes evoking sympathy with each woman. Other times, the reader hopes they each get their comeuppance.
The gist of this novel is not to determine what actually happened to Judge Joseph Crater on Aug. 6, 1930. It is to speculate what could have happened to the man. Ariel Lawhon devises a great story around the established facts and uses gaps in the record to create an entirely plausible solution to this conundrum after nine decades.
The Wife, the Maid, and the Mistress by Ariel Lawhon is a fantastic piece of historical fiction that keeps the reader turning the pages. Her prose is easy to follow and flows with equally relatable characters. If you’re ready for more historical fiction by a very talented writer, stay tuned for her follow up about the Hindenburg crash, Flight of Dreams. Find it at your local library in February, 2016.
The Lockport Library’s “One Book--One Community” author discussion will take place on Tuesday, Oct. 27th, at 6:30 p.m. The lecture will take place in the Community Room. Additionally, the library will be hosting a book discussion with this novel on Oct. 12th, at 6:30 in the Sawyer Room. If you have the time, these events are well worth the time. Hopefully, I’ll see some of you there.
+Craig Bacon sometimes wishes he could disappear. Mostly because being invisible would have some advantages to getting into the Paul McCartney show. Follow his life in 140-characters on Twitter at @hippieboy73.
Immediately, his wife, vacationing in Maine is the prime suspect. Stella Crater is a woman who expects a certain level of living and a certain anonymity. The constant questions by the authorities drives her away from the public eye, leading to a great deal of suspicion about her part in her husband’s disappearance.
Ritzi, a Broadway showgirl and Crater’s mistress, is one of the last to see the judge before his disappearance. In this story, she is present in the apartment when Crater is hauled away by abductors. Crater has left the young woman in a delicate condition which threatens her future as a showgirl. In addition, her secretive past bubbles to the surface and gives her an avenue to which she can hide.
Rounding out the title triumvirate is Maria Simon, the Craters' maid. In addition to this, she also works as a seamstress in a tailor’s shop. Her husband, Jude, is an investigator with the police department investigating the judge’s disappearance and probable death. Maria becomes acquainted with Ritzi when the maid agrees to help the showgirl with her costuming needs.
Secrets are kept over the next four decades until a dying Stella Crater decides to reveal the secret of her husband’s disappearance to Detective Simon, Maria’s widowed husband. Long after the deaths of the other women involved, the story behind Crater is imagined to be a far deeper plot than we could have imagined.
Ariel Lawhon weaves a tale through the factual history of one of our country’s greatest disappearances. This novel is a “what if” as seen through the mind of the author. There have been virtually no leads in the case over the last eighty-five years. Lawhon makes a provocative argument for a possible explanation through the eyes of three different, yet very sympathetic women.
The narrative is shared by the wife, maid and mistress, each giving their own unique view on the events that took place in the days before and after Judge Crater’s disappearance. Each piece unveiled by each woman builds the case for a solution to the mystery. These women's’ foibles develop over the course of the book, sometimes evoking sympathy with each woman. Other times, the reader hopes they each get their comeuppance.
The gist of this novel is not to determine what actually happened to Judge Joseph Crater on Aug. 6, 1930. It is to speculate what could have happened to the man. Ariel Lawhon devises a great story around the established facts and uses gaps in the record to create an entirely plausible solution to this conundrum after nine decades.
The Wife, the Maid, and the Mistress by Ariel Lawhon is a fantastic piece of historical fiction that keeps the reader turning the pages. Her prose is easy to follow and flows with equally relatable characters. If you’re ready for more historical fiction by a very talented writer, stay tuned for her follow up about the Hindenburg crash, Flight of Dreams. Find it at your local library in February, 2016.
The Lockport Library’s “One Book--One Community” author discussion will take place on Tuesday, Oct. 27th, at 6:30 p.m. The lecture will take place in the Community Room. Additionally, the library will be hosting a book discussion with this novel on Oct. 12th, at 6:30 in the Sawyer Room. If you have the time, these events are well worth the time. Hopefully, I’ll see some of you there.
+Craig Bacon sometimes wishes he could disappear. Mostly because being invisible would have some advantages to getting into the Paul McCartney show. Follow his life in 140-characters on Twitter at @hippieboy73.
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Friday, September 18, 2015
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| Librarians from around Niagara County stand with state Sen. Rob Ortt for a photo Thursday at the North Tonawanda Public Library. (CONTRIBUTED PHOTO) |
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Four East Niagara libraries will receive a total of $35,000 for services, programming and materials — part of $85,000 secured for Niagara County libraries by State Sen. Rob Ortt as part of this year's state budget.
Lockport Public Library will take in the lion's share of the state funds — $20,000. The libraries in Barker, Roy-Hart and Newfane will net $5,000 each.
Outside of East Niagara, the funding is as follows:
- Lewiston Public Library - $5,000
- Niagara Falls Public Library - $5,000
- North Tonawanda Public Library - $20,000
- Ransomville Free Library - $5,000
- Sanborn-Pekin Free Library - $5,000
- Wilson Free Library - $5,000
- Youngstown Free Library - $5,000
The directors of the libraries met Thursday at the North Tonawanda Public Library for a photo op with the Senator.
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Monday, September 14, 2015
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The Lockport Public Library will take part and celebrate Read an eBook Day, an annual holiday to celebrate and raise awareness for reading on digital devices on Friday.
In recent years, the popularity of eBooks has soared and readers are taking advantage of the eBook technology and popular titles available at their local library. Readers with a library card can access eBooks from Lockport Public Library on all major computers and devices, including iPhone, iPad, Nook, Android phones and tablets, Chromebook, and Kindle devices anytime, anywhere by visiting the library’s digital collection on the OverDrive app.
Read an eBook Day is a celebration of modern storytelling. Readers around the world are encouraged to take part in the largest digital reading event by choosing eBooks from their local library. Users are encouraged to share what they are reading and how they are celebrating on social media and join the #eBookLove conversation. Readers can use the hashtag on Facebook and Twitter to tell their story and share their love of eBooks or comment directly at www.readanebookday.com.
eBooks have proven to be a convenient, beneficial complement to traditional, physical books. When physical books are not available or practical – such as when you’d like to carry many at once, or if you can’t make it to a store or library – eBooks offer a great alternative for instant access to reading.
To participate in Read an eBook Day or learn how to get started, visit www.readanebookday.com.
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In recent years, the popularity of eBooks has soared and readers are taking advantage of the eBook technology and popular titles available at their local library. Readers with a library card can access eBooks from Lockport Public Library on all major computers and devices, including iPhone, iPad, Nook, Android phones and tablets, Chromebook, and Kindle devices anytime, anywhere by visiting the library’s digital collection on the OverDrive app.
Read an eBook Day is a celebration of modern storytelling. Readers around the world are encouraged to take part in the largest digital reading event by choosing eBooks from their local library. Users are encouraged to share what they are reading and how they are celebrating on social media and join the #eBookLove conversation. Readers can use the hashtag on Facebook and Twitter to tell their story and share their love of eBooks or comment directly at www.readanebookday.com.
eBooks have proven to be a convenient, beneficial complement to traditional, physical books. When physical books are not available or practical – such as when you’d like to carry many at once, or if you can’t make it to a store or library – eBooks offer a great alternative for instant access to reading.
To participate in Read an eBook Day or learn how to get started, visit www.readanebookday.com.
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Friday, August 14, 2015
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ALBANY — The Lockport Public Library has been awarded $34,215 for phase II of its project to rehabilitate the front porch, steps and original front wall on the exterior of the building, part of $47,000 in state funding awarded to Niagara County libraries.
State Sen. Rob Ortt announced the funding agreement today, along with $10,375 for the Niagara Falls Public Library LaSalle Branch and $2,750 to the Wilson Free Library. In all, $14 million in capital funding will be spent on libraries throughout New York State.
“Libraries open the door to a multitude of opportunities and are the window to a child’s endless imagination,” said Sen. Ortt, R-North Tonawanda. “Libraries allow us to enrich our lives and expand our education. It’s important to continue that enrichment by keeping our libraries updated and up to date with the latest technology. The public library construction grants will allow these libraries to thrive and continue to serve its community members for many more years.”
The Niagara Falls library funding will be used to install an energy efficient, custom made side door, while Wilson's funding will allow for an energy efficient window replacement project.
State Aid for Library Construction help local libraries and library systems to build new libraries, construct additions to existing buildings, renovate and/or rehabilitate existing spaces, replace roofs, update electrical wiring, meet energy efficiency standards, and accommodate individuals with disabilities, among other things.
Many of New York’s public libraries are in need of renovation and upgrading. According to the New York State Library, approximately half of the more than 1,000 public library buildings in communities across the state are more than 60 years old. Another 30 percent are more than three decades old.
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State Sen. Rob Ortt announced the funding agreement today, along with $10,375 for the Niagara Falls Public Library LaSalle Branch and $2,750 to the Wilson Free Library. In all, $14 million in capital funding will be spent on libraries throughout New York State.
“Libraries open the door to a multitude of opportunities and are the window to a child’s endless imagination,” said Sen. Ortt, R-North Tonawanda. “Libraries allow us to enrich our lives and expand our education. It’s important to continue that enrichment by keeping our libraries updated and up to date with the latest technology. The public library construction grants will allow these libraries to thrive and continue to serve its community members for many more years.”
The Niagara Falls library funding will be used to install an energy efficient, custom made side door, while Wilson's funding will allow for an energy efficient window replacement project.
State Aid for Library Construction help local libraries and library systems to build new libraries, construct additions to existing buildings, renovate and/or rehabilitate existing spaces, replace roofs, update electrical wiring, meet energy efficiency standards, and accommodate individuals with disabilities, among other things.
Many of New York’s public libraries are in need of renovation and upgrading. According to the New York State Library, approximately half of the more than 1,000 public library buildings in communities across the state are more than 60 years old. Another 30 percent are more than three decades old.
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Monday, July 20, 2015
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Local author and paranormal expert Mason Winfield will hold a discussion and book signing at 6 p.m. Aug. 4 at the Lockport Public Library.
Winfield, author of 10 books on the supernatural and paranormal in Upstate New York, will have books available for purchase during the program, to be held in the library's community room.
There is no registration required for the event.
For more details, visit the library's Facebook event page.
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| Mason Winfield |
Winfield, author of 10 books on the supernatural and paranormal in Upstate New York, will have books available for purchase during the program, to be held in the library's community room.
There is no registration required for the event.
For more details, visit the library's Facebook event page.
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Thursday, April 9, 2015
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| Lockport Public Library district voter Larry Jackson votes this afternoon while election inspectors Debbie Seeloff, Dotti Timkey and Linda Layer look on. The $1.64 million budget was approved. (PHOTOS BY SCOTT LEFFLER / ENP STAFF) |
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Election inspectors Debbie Seeloff, Dotti Timkey and Linda Layer wait for
more voters for the Lockport Public Library budget. In all, 291 cast votes.
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With 291 votes cast, 246 residents voted in favor of the spending plan, according to Library Director Beverly Federspiel.
The approved budget will impose a $25,626 increase in local property taxes to fund the library's operations for the fiscal year.
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The $1.64 million budget for the Lockport Public Library is up for a public vote today at the library.
The library board is seeking a $25,626 increase in local property taxes to fund operations for the 2015-2016 fiscal year. Of the $1,643,707 the library anticipates using in the new year, $1,423,373 is derived from local property taxes of those living within the library's district, which shares the same boundaries as the Lockport City School District.
The entirety of the increase — and then some — is going to contractually obligated salary increases, according to Library Director Beverly Federspiel. In all, service staff salaries are set to increase $33,629. The raise will be somewhat offset, however, by a $10,929 savings in personnel benefits.
Many of the library's budget line items are set to decrease, including program supplies, building maintenance and repairs, office supplies, freight and postage, printing and publicity. Items budget to increase include materials expenses, computer expenses, utilities, insurance, security and professional fees.
Registered library district voters can vote at the library until 8 p.m. Voting began at 9 a.m.
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The $1.64 million budget for the Lockport Public Library is up for a public vote today at the library.
The library board is seeking a $25,626 increase in local property taxes to fund operations for the 2015-2016 fiscal year. Of the $1,643,707 the library anticipates using in the new year, $1,423,373 is derived from local property taxes of those living within the library's district, which shares the same boundaries as the Lockport City School District.
The entirety of the increase — and then some — is going to contractually obligated salary increases, according to Library Director Beverly Federspiel. In all, service staff salaries are set to increase $33,629. The raise will be somewhat offset, however, by a $10,929 savings in personnel benefits.
Many of the library's budget line items are set to decrease, including program supplies, building maintenance and repairs, office supplies, freight and postage, printing and publicity. Items budget to increase include materials expenses, computer expenses, utilities, insurance, security and professional fees.
Registered library district voters can vote at the library until 8 p.m. Voting began at 9 a.m.
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Wednesday, March 25, 2015
By +Scott Leffler
scott.leffler@eastniagarapost.com
The $1.64 million budget for the Lockport Public Library will be the topic of discussion Thursday at a public information meeting to be held at 6:30 p.m. in the library's community room.
The library board is seeking a $25,626 increase in local property taxes to fund operations for the 2015-2016 fiscal year. Of the $1,643,707 the library anticipates using in the new year, $1,423,373 is derived from local property taxes of those living within the library's district, which shares the same boundaries as the Lockport City School District.
The entirety of the increase — and then some — is going to contractually obligated salary increases, according to Library Director Beverly Federspiel. In all, service staff salaries are set to increase $33,629. The raise will be somewhat offset, however, by a $10,929 savings in personnel benefits.
Many of the library's budget line items are set to decrease, including program supplies, building maintenance and repairs, office supplies, freight and postage, printing and publicity. Items budget to increase include materials expenses, computer expenses, utilities, insurance, security and professional fees.
Registered library district voters will have their say on only the increased portion of the budget on April 9, when voting will take place at the library from 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.
More information is available in a green pamphlet at the library or at Thursday's meeting.
scott.leffler@eastniagarapost.com
The library board is seeking a $25,626 increase in local property taxes to fund operations for the 2015-2016 fiscal year. Of the $1,643,707 the library anticipates using in the new year, $1,423,373 is derived from local property taxes of those living within the library's district, which shares the same boundaries as the Lockport City School District.
The entirety of the increase — and then some — is going to contractually obligated salary increases, according to Library Director Beverly Federspiel. In all, service staff salaries are set to increase $33,629. The raise will be somewhat offset, however, by a $10,929 savings in personnel benefits.
Many of the library's budget line items are set to decrease, including program supplies, building maintenance and repairs, office supplies, freight and postage, printing and publicity. Items budget to increase include materials expenses, computer expenses, utilities, insurance, security and professional fees.
Registered library district voters will have their say on only the increased portion of the budget on April 9, when voting will take place at the library from 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.
More information is available in a green pamphlet at the library or at Thursday's meeting.
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Tuesday, January 6, 2015
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A 16-year-old girl who fled Wyndham Lawn Friday night was found by Niagara County Sheriff's deputies Saturday afternoon.
According to a report made public by NCSO, Tonya Sugg, who had fled the facility with another teen shortly before 8 p.m. Friday, was found in the Lockport Public Library after a telephone tip.
Patrol searched the Library and located Sugg hiding on the third floor in the northwest corner. Patrol escorted her from the building and placed her in the back of the patrol car, then transported her back to Wyndham Lawn where she was turned over to staff without incident.
Dispatch was advised Sugg was recovered and she was removed from NYSPIN as a missing person.
The report made no indication of the whereabouts of the second teen, whose name was not in the original report.
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According to a report made public by NCSO, Tonya Sugg, who had fled the facility with another teen shortly before 8 p.m. Friday, was found in the Lockport Public Library after a telephone tip.
Patrol searched the Library and located Sugg hiding on the third floor in the northwest corner. Patrol escorted her from the building and placed her in the back of the patrol car, then transported her back to Wyndham Lawn where she was turned over to staff without incident.
Dispatch was advised Sugg was recovered and she was removed from NYSPIN as a missing person.
The report made no indication of the whereabouts of the second teen, whose name was not in the original report.
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