Poetry Workshops

Poetry Workshops at the Lewiston Public Library
 
The Lewiston Public Library is offering a series of poetry writing workshops on the following days
 
“Like an Iceberg Between the Shoulder Blades”:*Metaphor in Poetry  (May 6)
In this workshop, writers will consider the power of metaphor in poetry and will complete a hands-on activity that will allow them to shape [...]

Creative Writing Workshops

Creative Writing Workshops at the Lewiston Public Library
 
The Lewiston Public Library will be holding a series of creative writing workshops starting May 1st and continuing to June 5th.
 
The first session will be held on May 1st and is part of a series of Creative Nonfiction Workshops held for six consecutive Thursdays from May 1st – [...]

“The Enlightened Mind”

“THE ENLIGHTENED MIND” (Fundamentals of Buddhism)
 
The Lewiston Public Library will be hosting a series of programs on the fundamentals of Buddhism called “The Enlightened Mind.” Presented by wei bo, a Buddhist teacher and the self-proclaimed “Zen Master of Lewiston.” The three week series will take place on Wednesdays, May 14, 21, and 28th at 2pm [...]

A Writer’s Journey

“A Writer’s Journey”
 
Local author Norah Perez will present a series of creative writing workshops each Saturday in May. Drawing upon her experiences as a scriptwriter and novelist Mrs. Perez will offer help and guidance to those interested in various aspects of writing. She will answer specific questions about the publishing business, and offer advice [...]

Genealogy Event in Niagara Falls

For those interested in the wonderful local history collection at the Niagara Falls Public Library: 
On Saturday, April 26th, 2008 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. the Friends of the Local History Department at the Niagara Falls Public Library have invited the public to come and experience their holdings.  If you are researching local people for your own [...]

The Dead Beats Society

Do you wake up each morning to coffee, toast and the obituary page?  Of course, you feel the need to be aware of any family, friends or aquaintances who may have slipped out of this life…or maybe you have an addiction to things macabre?  The obituary page may be the only reason you buy a newspaper.  Or [...]

The Bob and Rita Giannetti Southern Family History Collection

On Monday, April 14th the Lewiston Public Library celebrated a defining moment in the history of our new genealogy room.  Thanks to a generous donation from Mr. and Mrs. Robert Giannetti our genealogy room contains a new collection of over 250 titles relating to the pursuit of southern family history.  These books will surely prove to be [...]

3-D Photography Show at the Lewiston Public Library

The Lewiston Public Library is offering a program on 3-D photography by local artist Paul Pasquarello. Called “My Two New Best Friends or I’m in love with Anna Morefix” the program will take place on April 15th at 7pm in the community room.
The show consists of a 45 minute, 3-D projection show of widescreen stereo [...]

Perfect You by Elizabeth Scott

Perfect You by Elizabeth Scott
Reviewed by Suzanne Dlugolonski, Teen Services Librarian
I truly enjoy Elizabeth Scott’s books. The protagonists are very real and the average reader can relate to their plights.  In Scott’s newest book, Perfect You, Kate has lost her best friend, is humiliated by her dad, and is perennially confused by boys. What 16 [...]