Niagara County events
Oct. 12 to 19
Following is Niagara Sunday’s weekly listing of upcoming public events held around Niagara County. If you would like your event included, send the information two weeks in advance to: Niagara Community Calendar, c/o The Buffalo News, 8353 Niagara Falls Blvd., Niagara Falls, NY 14304, fax to: 283-1691, or e-mail to: niagaranews@buffnews.com.
Today
PERFORMANCE:Niagara University Theatre presents “The Cripple of Inishmaan,” 2 p. m., the Church in Lewiston, 415 Plain St. Tickets, $7 to $10. Continues at 2 p. m. Saturday and Sunday, with a special post show discussion with the directors and actors following the matinee next Sunday.
READ TO THE DOGS: Pupils in grades one to six may practice their reading skills and make a new friend by reading aloud to a certified therapy dog, 2 to 4:30 p. m., North Tonawanda Public Library, 505 Meadow Drive. Call 693-4132 to sign up for a 15-minute session. Continues next Sunday.
SPECIAL EVENT: Christmas at the Lighthouse, with tours, souvenirs and gifts, basket auction, music by harpist Elizabeth Honan, book signing by the Author’s Guild of Western New York and refreshments, 11 a. m. to 4 p. m., 30 Mile Point Lighthouse, Golden Hill State Park, Barker.
PSYCHIC FAIR: Fourth Annual Psychic and Holistic Fair, 11 a. m. to 5 p. m., Lewiston No. 1 Fire Hall, North Sixth Street. Includes psychics, mediums and holistic practitioners. Admission, with proceeds donated to the Casey House teen shelter, $4.
ART SHOW: “Kenmore Art Society Fall Show” and “Save-A-Pet Fund Raiser Invitational Show,” 10 a. m. to 5 p. m., Market Street Art Center, 247 Market St., Lockport. Free. Continues through Sunday.
SUPPORT GROUP: Recovery Inc., 2 to 4 p. m., First United Methodist Church, 8210 Buffalo Ave., Niagara Falls. Use the side door.
MUSEUM HOURS: 2 to 4 p. m., Das Haus, museum of the Historical Society of North German Settlements in Western New York, 2549 Niagara Road, Bergholz.
OPEN MUSEUM: Sanborn Area Historical Society’s Schoolhouse Museum, 2 to 4 p. m., 2822 Niagara St.
OPEN MUSEUM: Sanborn Area Historical Society’s Farm Museum, 2 to 4 p. m., 2660 Saunders Settlement Road. Also open 1 to 4 p. m. Wednesday.
MEETING:Alcoholics Anonymous Golden Slipper, 9:30 a. m., UAW Hall, 524 Walnut St., Lockport; Attitude Adustment, 10 a. m., First Step Center, Allen Street, Niagara Falls; LaSalle Big Book, 7:30 p. m., Bacon Memorial Presbyterian Church, 156 59th St., Niagara Falls; Fifth Tradition, 8 p. m., St. John’s Episcopal Church, 100 Chestnut St., Youngstown; and Lock City, 8 p. m., Emmanual Methodist Church, East Avenue and Washburn Street, Lockport.
Monday
LIBRARIES CLOSED: The Earl W. Brydges Public Library, 1425 Main St., Niagara Falls and the LaSalle Branch Library, 8728 Buffalo Ave., will be closed today to observe Columbus Day.
MOVIE DAY: We can’t say the name of the movie, but join folks at the North Tonawanda Public Library for a PG-13 movie depicting Tony Stark as a millionaire who is an engineering genius, 3 p. m., at the library, 505 Meadow Drive. No registration is required and popcorn will be served. Call the library at 693-4132, Ext. 5 for more information.
DANCE PARTY: Children in grades four and up can join the Columbus Day Dance Dance Revolution Party, 12:30 to 2 p. m., North Tonawanda Public Library, 505 Meadow Drive. The group will enjoy some snacks and play the popular game. No registration is required.
ART SHOW: “Terry Mangen, a One Woman Show,” with works by Terry Mangen in mixed media, “The Way I See It,” the Mental Health Association’s second annual art show, 10 a. m. to 5 p. m., Market Street Art Center, 247 Market St., Lockport. Continues daily through Sunday.
VIDEO PRESENTATION: The History Center presents “The 1960s: a Time of Change,” a video about Lockport’s former buildings including the Lohrman Building, Williams Brothers, Kresges and more, 3 p. m., Erie Canal Discovery Center, 24 Church St., Lockport. Cost, $4. Call 439-0431 for suggested reservations. Continues Wednesdays and Fridays.
MEETINGS:Alcoholics Anonymous Lockview, 6:30 a. m., Plymouth Congregational Church, 98 East Ave., Lockport; Big Book Step Group, 7:30 a. m., St. Paul’s Methodist Church, 723 Seventh St., Niagara Falls; Lockport Discussion, 10 a. m., Plymouth Congregational Church, 98 East Ave., Lockport; Big Book Step Group, 6:30 p. m., St. Paul’s Methodist Church, Niagara Falls; Survivors Big Book Group, 6:30 p. m., Grace Lutheran Church, Pershing Avenue and Cayuga Drive, Niagara Falls; New Green Group International Open Discussion Meeting, 8 p. m., First Congregational Church, 822 Cleveland Ave., Niagara Falls; and Open Channel Big Book, 8 p. m., St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, Second Street and Rainbow Avenue, Niagara Falls.
GLEE CLUB REHEARSALS: Lock City Glee Club, 7 p. m., Christ Episcopal Church, Rochester Road and Fieldcrest Drive, Lockport. New members are invited to join.
FITNESS PROGRAM: Independent Health Association’s low-impact SilverSneakers fitness class which focuses on improving muscular strength and much more for senior citizens, 9 to 10 a. m., Niagara Falls Family YMCA, 1317 Portage Road. Also offered Wednesdays and Fridays. Senior citizens subscribing to Independent Health’s Medicare Advantage plan can receive a free fitness facility membership at the YMCA.
EXERCISE: An exercise class for senior citizens, a program of gentle exercise that combines recreation and socialization, 1 to 2:30 p. m. every Monday in DeGraff Community Center of Kaleida Health, 139 Division St., North Tonawanda. Cost, $2 per week. Call 690-2271 or 692-8731 to register.
EXERCISE: Fit After 50, 8:40 to 9:15 a. m., every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, Niagara Falls Family YMCA, 1317 Portage Road, Niagara Falls. Gentle stretching. All are welcome.
YOUTH PROGRAM: Opportunity for young people to learn about prevention of drug and alcohol abuse and about recovery and dependency, 7 to 8:30 p. m., Dale Association, 33 Ontario St., Lockport.
MEETING:Young Women of Character, age 13 to 18, to help them grow up to be enlightened and better women, 6 to 7:30 p. m., Dale Association, 33 Ontario St., Lockport.
Tuesday
SPECIAL SESSION: “Fiscal Management,” where you’ll gain a better understanding of concepts and tasks associated with financial management and more, 4 to 8:30 p. m., Dunleavy Hall, Room 127, Niagara University, Route 104, Lewiston. Free. Call 286-8181 to register, or go online to www.niagara.edu/cce.
CLASS: “Living with Diabetes,” a four-session program recognized by the American Diabetes Association as meeting the national standards for diabetes and self-management education, 9:30 a. m. to noon, Mary C. Dyster Community Education Room, Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center, 621 10th St. Call 278-4102 to register. Continues Wednesday and Oct. 21 and 22.
MUSEUM HOURS: North Tonawanda History Museum, 314 Oliver St., 9 a. m. to 9 p. m. today, and 9 a. m. to 5 p. m. Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. The museum is also open by appointment. Call 213-0554 or 692-2681 for more information.
TIME IN A BOTTLE: Several exhibit cases featuring an assortment of clocks and watches, 9 a. m. to 5 p. m., the History Center, Niagara County Historical Society, 215 Niagara St., Lockport. Continues through Saturday.
CHORUS REHEARSAL: The Retired Men’s Chorus meets at 9:15 a. m. every Tuesday in Bacon Memorial Presbyterian Church, 166 59th St., Niagara Falls. Visitors and prospective members are welcome.
ART DISPLAY: “Freedom Crossing: the Underground Railroad in Greater Niagara,” 11 a. m. to 5 p. m., Castellani Art Museum, Niagara University, Route 104, Lewiston. Continues 11 a. m. to 5 p. m. through Saturday and 1 to 5 p. m. Sunday.
GALLERY HOURS: School of the Arts Gallery, where the owner also invites artists, poets, crafters and designers to present their works, 9 a. m. to 5 p. m. through Saturday, 402 Center St., Lewiston. The gallery is also open during special events.
MEETING:Alzheimer’s Association of Western New York, 7 to 9 p. m., St. Andrew’s Church, Wester Creek Road, Burt.
CLASS: Iyengar Yoga, 7 p. m., Shoppe on Main, 2714 Main St., Newfane. Continues Sundays. Call 778-9377 for information.
PINOCHLE GROUP: 1:15 p. m., North Tonawanda Senior Citizen Center, 110 Goundry St.
ART DISPLAYS: “Homage to Picasso,” and “Devotional Displays: Personal & Community Traditions,” 11 a. m. to 5 p. m., Castellani Art Museum, Niagara University, Route 104, Lewiston. Continues 11 a. m. to 5 p. m. through Saturday and 1 to 5 p. m. Sunday.
STORY TIME: Movers & Shakers, for children ages 23 months to 3 years accompanied by an adult, 10:30 to 11:30 a. m., Lockport Public Library, 23 East Ave. Continues on Tuesdays through Oct. 28. Call 433-5935, Ext. 4 to register.
CHORUS REHEARSAL: The Lockport Chorale, 7 p. m., Lockport High School, 250 Lincoln Ave.
ADAPTED GYM: The Niagara Falls Family YMCA is offering a variety of gym programs geared especially for those facing developmental and physical challenges, 6 to 7 p. m., at the YMCA, 1317 Portage Ave. Adapted gym programming, $4 per participant, with caregivers free. Call 285-8491 for more information.
MEETINGS:Alcoholics Anonymous Big Book Step Group, 7:30 a. m., St. Paul’s Methodist Church, 723 Seventh St., Niagara Falls; New Freedom Group, 10 a. m., 2470 Allen Ave., Niagara Falls; the Tuesday Afternoon Meeting, 12:30 p. m., Horizon Health Services, 36 East Ave., Lockport; Early Beginning Group, 7 p. m., St. Stephen’s Church, 610 Cayuga Drive, Niagara Falls; Lew-Port Group, 8 p. m., First Presbyterian Church, 505 Cayuga St., Lewiston; and Big-Book Lockport, 8 p. m., St. John’s Baptist School, Chestnut and McCallum, Lockport.
ARTS & CRAFTS PROGRAM: For anyone age 55 and older, 9:30 to noon, North Tonawanda Senior Citizen Center, 110 Goundry St. Projects are available for a minimal cost. Continues through Friday.
MUSEUM HOURS: 11 a. m. to 5 p. m. today through Saturday, and 1 to 5 p. m. Sunday, Castellani Art Museum, Niagara University, Lewiston.
PRESCHOOL PROGRAM: For children ages 2z to 5, with books, games, crafts, holiday parties, birthday celebrations and special guests, 9:30 to 10:30 a. m. or 11 a. m. to noon, Youngstown Public Library, 240 Lockport St.
OPEN ENROLLMENT: Area residents may now enroll in Medicaid, Child Health Plus and Family Health Plus, 9 a. m. to 3 p. m., Hamilton B. Mizer Primary Care Center, 501 10th St., Niagara Falls. Enrollees should bring identification showing their dates of birth; a current utility bill or other address verification, and wage information. For more information, call 285-1563.
AL-ANON:Help with dealing with someone else’s alcohol problem, 12:30 p. m., Tuesday Afternoon 12 Steppers, 66 Mead St., North Tonawanda; 7 p. m., Seven Clan Al-Anon, Jay’s Place Diner, Walmore Road, Tuscarora Reservation; and St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 516 Cayuga Drive, Niagara Falls.
NAR-ANON:Helping families cope with substance abuse by someone they love, 7 to 8:30 p. m., Clearview Outpatient Center, 66 Mead St., North Tonawanda.
SUPPORT GROUP: Weekly meeting, sponsored by the Niagara County AIDS Case Management Program and AIDS Task Force, for people with HIV/AIDS, 5:30 to 7 p. m. in Niagara Falls. Strictly confidential. Call 297-4004 for information.
GROUP AUDITION: For children ages 5 to 17 to perform with the acclaimed Missoula Children’s Theatre in “The Princess and the Pea,” held on Saturday, meeting at 4 p. m., Kenan Center Arena, 195 Beattie Ave., Lockport. For more information call the Kenan Center at 433-2617 or go online to www.kenancenter.org.
BRIDGE: Wheatfield Senior Citizens, 12:45 p. m., 2790 Church Road, Wheatfield. Learn to play bridge from 10 a. m. to noon.
RECREATION PROGRAM: For developmentally disabled children 3 to 10 years old, 2 to 6 p. m., Niagara United Cerebral Palsy, 9812 Lockport Road, Town of Niagara. Continues Wednesday and Thursday.
SUPPORT GROUP: Diabetes support, 6:30 p. m., Mount St. Mary’s Hospital, room 723A, 5300 Military Road, Lewiston.
SUPPORT GROUP: Overeaters Anonymous, 7 p. m., St. Leo’s Catholic Church, Military Road, Niagara Falls.
STORY HOUR: Preschool story hour, 9:30 to 10:30 a. m. and 11 a. m. to noon, Youngstown Library, 240 Lockport St.
Wednesday
DINNER MEETING: The American Business Women’s Association will host its October dinner meeting with networking, 5 p. m.; buffet dinner, 7 p. m., Crowne Plaza Hotel, 300 Third St., Niagara Falls. The speaker will be international trainer Shoshanna Cogan with “Womenvision: Create the Life of Your Dreams . . . Starting Now!” Cost, $23 for members and $26 for nonmembers. Call 205-8264 to reserve a seat or e-mail myriam@voyagebydesign.com.
GLASS FUSION CLASS: Nationally renowned artist Catherine O’Connor will hold a class where you can create a fabulous piece of glass to be used as a pin or pendant, 6:30 p. m., Shoppe on Main, 2714 Main St., Route 78, Newfane. To register, call 778-5273, and for more information go online to www.ArtEffectGlass.com or www.theGlassClass.com.
SUPPORT GROUP: For the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, 1 to 3 p. m., Independent Living of Niagara County, 746 Portage Road, Niagara Falls. Call 284-4131 or 1-888-567-6454 for more information.
OPEN INTERVIEWS: Opportunities Unlimited of Niagara will hold open interviews to educate potential employees about available job opportunities working with individuals with developmental disabilities, 8 a. m. to 6 p. m., 107 Heath St., off Route 31, Lockport. Call 297-6400 for more information.
MUSEUM OPEN: The Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum is open today through Sunday, noon to 4 p. m., 180 Thompson St., North Tonawanda.
FREE CLINIC: Sexually Transmitted Disease Clinic, 10 to 3:30 p. m., Trott Access Center, 1001 11th St., Niagara Falls. Confidential and anonymous. No appointment needed. Use the Elmwood Street entrance. Call 278-1900 for more information.
MEETING:The Write Touch Writers Group, 6:30 p. m., Lockport Public Library, 23 East Ave. Workshops, speakers and critiquing sessions are offered.
PRESCHOOL PARTY: For children ages 4 to 6 who are ready to sit and listen to 45 minutes of stories, finger plays, songs and craft and a movie, 1:30 to 2:15 p. m., Lockport Public Library, 23 East Ave. Continues on Wednesdays through Oct. 29. Call 433-5935, Ext. 4 to register.
FAMILY STORY TIME: A drop-in story time for the whole family, featuring 45 minutes of stories, finger plays, songs and craft and a movie, 6:30 to 7:15 p. m., Lockport Public Library, 23 East Ave. No registration is required.
ART WORKSHOP: Soft Pastel with Todd Overturf, 6:30 to 8:30 p. m., Partners in Art Studio & Gallery, 83 Webster St., North Tonawanda. Continues on Wednesdays through Dec. 3. Call 692-2141 for more information.
MEETINGS:Alcoholics Anonymous Big Book Step Group, 7:30 a. m., St. Paul’s Methodist Church, 723 Seventh St., Niagara Falls; 10 a. m., Horizon Health Services, 36 East Ave., upper suite, Lockport; Primary Purpose Group, 10:30 a. m., 822 Cleveland Ave., Niagara Falls; Intoxicated on Life, 3:30 p. m., Alcoholism Council of Niagara County, 41 Main St., Lockport; LaSalle Group, 7 p. m., Salvation Army, 7018 Buffalo Ave., Niagara Falls; Independence Group, 8 p. m., First Step Center, Allen Avenue, Niagara Falls; United We Stand, 8 p. m., 412 39th St., Niagara Falls; and Friendly, 8 p. m., Dale Association Senior Center, 33 Ontario St., Lockport.
STORY HOUR: Preschool story hour, 9:30 to 10:30 a. m. and 11 a. m. to noon, Ransomville Library, 3733 Ransomville Road.
MUSEUM HOURS: Lewiston Museum, 1 to 4 p. m., 469 Plain St. Admission is by goodwill donation. Continues through Sunday.
FREE CLINIC: An immunization clinic for infants is held from 9:30 to 11:30 a. m. on the third Wednesday and a clinic for children on Tuesday mornings in Trinity Lutheran Church, 5 Saxton St., Lockport. Appointments only by calling 278-1903. Clinics also held in North Tonawanda and in Niagara Falls.
AL-ANON:Help with dealing with someone else’s alcohol abuse, 10:30 a. m., Ray of Hope Al-Anon: St. Leo’s Catholic Church, front door, 2748 Military Road, Town of Niagara; 8 and 9:30 p. m., First United Methodist Church, 65 Main St., North Tonawanda.
WEIGHT LOSS: Take Off Pounds Sensibly, support group dedicated to weight loss and maintenance, 5:45 to 6:45 p. m., Sutherland Lodge, 1400 Ruie Road, North Tonawanda.
CRAFTS: 12:30 p. m. Wheatfield Senior Citizens, 2790 Church Road, Wheatfield. Ceramics and woodworking offered at 9 a. m.
MEETING:Panic Anxiety Depression Support Group, 6:30 p. m., Mental Health Association, 36 Pine St., Lockport.
SUPPORT GROUP: Onward, healing and compassion for people who are divorced or separated, 7 p. m., St. John the Baptist School, 160 Chestnut St., Lockport. Sponsored by Eastern Niagara County Catholic parishes. Free and open to all.
BUSINESS EXCHANGE: Niagara Area Business Exchange is a group of business professionals who meet to exchange business leads, 8 a. m. every Wednesday, Holiday Inn, 515 S. Transit Road, Lockport. For information, call 433-1984.
FREE LEGAL ADVICE: Legal Advocacy Service, sponsored by Mental Health Association in Niagara County offers free legal advice to qualified clients, 9 a. m. to 4 p. m., 36 Pine St., Lockport. For information and appointments, call Betty at 433-3780.
FREE CLINIC: Sexually Transmitted Disease Clinic, noon to 3:30 p. m., Trott Access Center, 1001 11th St., Niagara Falls. Confidential and anonymous. No appointment needed. Continues each Wednesday.
SUPPORT GROUP: Lockport New Beginnings, for people recovering from alcohol or drug dependency, 6 p. m., Dale Association, 33 Ontario St., Lockport.
CROCHET AND KNITTING CLUB: Share ideas, skills and enthusiasm with those who are creative with yarn, 4 to 5 p. m., North Tonawanda Public Library, 505 Meadow Drive. Call 693-3009 for more information.
Thursday
DAYLONG SEMINAR: “Love and Relationships: Health & Wellness, Nutrition, Home Safety and Street Smarts,” featuring information on health, wellness, household safety and making informed choices, 11:30 a. m. to 2:30 p. m., 18th Street Resource Center, Linwood Avenue and 18th Street, Niagara Falls. A light lunch will be provided. Free. Call 278-4623 to register.
ANNUAL DINNER: Of the Niagara Street Business Association, cash bar, 5:30 p. m.; dinner, 6:30 p. m., Days Inn, 431 Main St., Niagara Falls. Tickets, $40. Call 946-1744 for more information.
GREETING CARD CLASS: Paper Artist Erica Benton will teach a Greeting Card Class, 6:30 p. m., Shoppe on Main, 2714 Main St., Route 78, Newfane. Cost, $10. Call 778-5273 to register.
AWESOME AUTUMN: Used Book Sale to benefit the Friends of the Lockport Public Library, 4 to 8 p. m., 23 East Ave. Continues 10 a. m. to 5 p. m. Friday and 10 a. m. to 4 p. m. Saturday.
MEETINGS:Profnet: Business to Business in Western New York will share business referrals at its breakfast meetings, 7:30 to 8:45 a. m. every Thursday in Jetport Restaurant, 7100 Porter Road, Town of Niagara. More information about the organization is on its Web site, www.profnet.org.
MEETINGS:Alcoholics Anonymous Big Book Step Group, 7:30 a. m., St. Paul’s Methodist Church, 723 Seventh St., Niagara Falls; Acceptance Group, 10 a. m., Horizon Outpatient, 1750 Pine Ave., Niagara Falls; Big Book Step Group, 6:30 p. m., St. Paul’s Methodist Church, 723 Seventh St., Niagara Falls; Beginners Group, 7 p. m., United Methodist Church, 8306 Buffalo Ave., Niagara Falls; Whirlpool 12 & 12 Group, 8 p. m., St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, Second Street and Rainbow Boulevard, Niagara Falls; 7 Clan Group, 8 p. m., Suzy Lane and Upper Mountain Road, Lewiston; and Sober Winners, 9:30 a. m., VFW Post 2535, 112 Caledonia St., Lockport.
ADAPTED SWIM PROGRAM: The Niagara Falls Family YMCA is offering an adapted swim program for those facing developmental or physical challenges, 6 to 7 p. m., 1317 Portage Road. Fee, $2 per participant, with caregivers free. Call 285-8491 for more information.
SUPPORT GROUP: Widows invited to share their strength and hopes for the future, 1 to 2 p. m. in YWCA of the Tonawandas, 49 Tremont St., North Tonawanda. To sign up call 692-5580.
Friday
MIXER AT THE CAM: “Beetlemania!,” where you can dance in the central gallery with the giant inflatable beetle which is the centerpiece of the exhibition “Max Streicher: Metamorphosis,” live music by Beatles tribute group the BBC Band, 5 to 8 p. m., Castellani Art Museum, Niagara University, Route 104, Lewiston. Museum members, free; others, $5.
SPOOKTACULAR:Halloween Spooktacular, entertainment with Owen the Juggler, games, crafts, prizes, candy and nonscary Halloween party, 5:30 to 8 p. m., Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum, 180 Thompson St., North Tonawanda. The event is geared for children ages 2 to 10, but children of all ages are welcome. Children, $8 child; Adults, $1. Reservations are preferred by calling 693-1885.
WILSON STAR SEARCH: Resident Steve Smith and members of the Buffalo Astronomical Association will set up their telescopes for views of the stars, planets, galaxies and more, dusk, Kreuger Park, Ontario Street. Held weather permitting.
PERFORMANCE:“It Is No Desert,” based on the real life struggles of Dan Stroeh, who will perform the show himself, 7:30 p. m., The Church in Lewiston, 415 Plain St. Adult admission, $15; youths, $9.99. Continues Saturday. Proceeds will benefit Niagara University Theatre.
PERFORMANCE:“A Night of Dark Intent,” by Starry Night Theatre, 8 p. m., Ghostlight Theatre, 170 Schenck St., North Tonawanda. General admission, $12; senior citizens and students, $10. Call 743-1614 to reserve a seat. Continues at 8 p. m. Saturday and 2 p. m. Sunday.
MEETING: Niagara Arts Guild, 7 p. m., the Dale Association, 33 Ontario St., Lockport.
MEETINGS:Alcoholics Anonymous Lockview, 6:30 a. m., Plymouth Congregational Church, 98 East Ave., Lockport; Big Book Step Group, 7:30 a. m., St. Paul’s Methodist Church, 723 Seventh St., Niagara Falls; Youngstown Group, 10 a. m., St. Bernard’s Church, 218 Hinman; Early Rising and Obliging, 10 a. m., 83rd Street and Buffalo Avenue, Niagara Falls; Sisters and Brothers in Sobriety, 6:30 p. m., First Baptist Church, Fourth and Main streets, Niagara Falls; First Step Group, 8 p. m., Hooker Auditorium, Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center, 621 10th St., Niagara Falls; and Speaker Meeting, 8 p. m., Grace Episcopal Church, Genesee at Cottage streets, Lockport.
Saturday
PUBLIC SPEAKER: John Manbeck will discuss “a History of Coney Island,” 1:30 p. m., Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum, 180 Thompson St., North Tonawanda. Free. Free admission and guided tours of the museum also will take place as part of Doors Open Niagara, noon to 4 p. m.
HAUNTED GARDENS: On the EEEErie Canal, with a haunted hayride, haunted greenhouse, and refreshments and gifts for sale, 7 to 10 p. m., North Tonawanda Botanical Gardens, 1825 Sweeney St. Adult admission for the Spooky Stroll or Haunted Hayride, $5; children ages 5 to 16 admission for either event, $2.50; ages 4 and under, free. Call 213-0554 with questions.
AWESOME AUTUMN: Used Book Sale to benefit the Friends of the Lockport Public Library, 10 a. m. to 4 p. m., 23 East Ave.
HALLOWEEN CRAFT: Children can come to the library for a Creepy Crawly Halloween Craft, 10 a. m. to 4 p. m., North Tonawanda Public Library, 505 Meadow Drive. No registration is needed.
FREE MOVIE: We can’t tell you the name of the movie due to copyright restrictions, but it is a flick about a young man whose goal it is to win a cross country race which took the life of his older brother, 1 p. m., North Tonawanda Public Library, 505 Meadow Drive.
WORKSHOP:Blast Off! Outer Space Collage, as part of a Visual Arts Workshop, 2 to 3 p. m., Carnegie Art Center, 240 Goundry St., North Tonawanda. Members, $7.50; non-members, $8.
MEETINGS:Alcoholics Anonymous Big Book Step Group, 7:30 a. m., St. Paul’s Methodist Church, 723 Seventh St., Niagara Falls; Boulevard Helping Hands, 10 a. m., 2800 Church Road, Wheatfield; Lower River Group, 1 p. m., St. John’s Episcopal Church, 110 Chestnut St., Youngstown; Ladies Nite, 6 p. m., First United Methodist Church, 8210 Buffalo Ave., Niagara Falls; New International Group, 6:30 p. m., Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center Auditorium, 621 10th St.; and Sobriety on Saturday Night, 7 p. m., 344 Walnut St., Lockport.
PERFORMANCE:Niagara University Theatre presents “The Cripple of Inishmaan,” 2 p. m., the Church in Lewiston, 415 Plain St. Tickets, $7 to $10. Continues at 2 p. m. Sunday, with a special post show discussion with the directors and actors following the matinee on Sunday.
GHOST WALK: Marble Orchard Ghost Walk, where you’ll learn about the history of the Lewiston area, 7 p. m., beginning at the Little Yellow Chocolate House, 476 Center St., Lewiston. Adults, $10; children under 12, $5; children 7 and under, free. Call 754-0166 for reservations.
PERFORMANCES:“The Princess and the Pea,” by the Missoula Children’s Theatre and area children, 3 and 7 p. m., Lockport High School, 250 Lincoln Ave. Cost, $5.
Next Sunday
FREE ADMISSION: And guided tours as part of Doors Open Niagara, noon to 4 p. m., Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum, 180 Thompson St., North Tonawanda.
