Do you know who this is? He was an important figure in Middleport’s past and he has a road named after him. There is an historic marker on this road that shares some history about this man and his role in Middleport. Any guesses?
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RHBPA March 2015 Meeting Notes
Members present: Don Scott, Keith Bond, Donna McCloy, Ann Fisher-Bale, Ann Busch, Janet Lyndaker, Julie Maedl, Greg Zakrzewski, Sarah Reed, Vonda Westcott Meeting was called to order at 8:12 AM by President Greg Zakrzewski Treasurer’s report – $3,256.82 Old Business: Scholarship: Keith will check with the school to see about getting scholarship info on their website. It was also suggested that the student present their receipt or paid bill to receive the scholarship, rather than waiting until the end of the first semester. Keith also noted that since there are no business courses available for students, the school is trying to set up a business institute similar to what some other schools have. Since the scholarship has not been taken advantage of, the possibility of More Info »
Read moreBefore the electric refrigerator…
Before the dawn of the electric refrigerator, the ice box kept things cold. Needless to say, there was a need to harvest and store ice. Iceboxes date back to the days of ice harvesting, which had hit an industrial high that ran from the mid-19th century to the 1930s, just before the refrigerator was introduced into the home. What is an icebox? Iceboxes had hollow walls lined with tin or zinc and packed with various insulating materials such as cork, sawdust, straw or seaweed. A large block of ice was held in a tray or compartment near the top of the box. Cold air circulated down and around storage compartments in the lower section. The user had to replenish the melted ice, normally by obtaining More Info »
Read moreNiagara Woodworking was in the news!
What can you add to this old newspaper clipping about Niagara Woodworking? Let us know by commenting below and we will add it to the story! The caption dates this at 1909 and says: “The makers of house trim, sash and doors. It was located on Kelly Ave. and is presently occupied by Barden and Robeson Corp. Lower photo shows workers from left, Art Webber, Art Vale, Frank Owens, Tim Riordan, and Bill Mahar. Photos are through the courtesy of Tim Riordan.” “
Read moreSearch your ancestry at the library
Interested in learning about your family tree? The Royalton Hartland Community Library now offers FREE access to Ancestry Library Edition, one of the most important genealogical collections available. Unlimited access is provided within the library, on Public Access library computers or your laptop using library WiFi and the link you are provided at the library. We have a new multi-computer workstation that has public access computers for our patrons to use. Stop in and see all that we have to offer! It’s all free and available when you stop in to the library at 9 Vernon Street in Middleport and use the library’s subscription to this valuable service.
Read moreNew arrivals at the Royalton Hartland Community Library
You can always check the new arrivals at the Royalton Hartland Community Library on their New Arrivals webpage. The latest listing of new books and DVDs are listed there and include some of the newest and most popular books and movies that have been recently released. There are also the latest books and DVDs for children on the New Arrivals page near the bottom, below the adult selections. You can tell the latest arrivals in all categories for adults and children as they are listed in bold purple and are at the top of each list. We also try to include what we have at the library on our Pinterest page – check that out too!
Read moreMiddleport’s connection across the pond!
As Published October 14, 2014 in the Lockport Union-Sun & Journal This article entitled “Middleport Connection” was published on the front page of the Lockport Union-Sun & Journal, and the paper has given their permission for it to be reproduced here. Article written by Michael Canfield Back in January, Village of Middleport Historian Christa Lutz received an email from an English man who was interested in learning about the village. The man, who hails from Burslem, England, is employed by the Prince’s Regeneration Trust, an initiative working to rehabilitate historic sites around England. As it turns out, there is a Middleport in England. It is a suburb of Burslem and is situated on a canal, like its American counterpart. “He wondered how we were alike More Info »
Read moreEtsy Workshop explained how to open online craft or vintage shop
Etsy seller shares tips on setting up and running a successful Etsy shop online The second of two workshops that explained how to open an Etsy shop were held at the Royalton Hartland Community Library at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, September 24. Crafters and those interested in antique or vintage items provided a way to share what crafters love and make a profit at the same time. Etsy is an online marketplace where people from around the world can buy or sell unique goods. Currently, there are more than 1 million active Etsy shops that had 1.35 billion dollars in total merchandise sales in 2013. Craft items sold on Etsy have to be handmade and vintage items must be at least 20 years old. The More Info »
Read moreUsing Native Plants in the Garden
Presentation held at the Library by Master Gardener! A Master Gardener from the Cornell Cooperative Extension was at the Royalton Hartland Community Library with a presentation of information about how to use native plants in the garden on Tuesday, May 6 at 7 PM. The program was followed by a Q & A session and it was great opportunity for residents to get their questions about gardening or about native plants answered by a professional. For more information about the upcoming programs brought to you by the Royalton Hartland Community Library you can call the library at (716) 735-3281.
Read morePorches of Middleport poster available
Need a great gift idea? How about a poster, suitable for framing, that captures all the warm welcomes that Middleport is known for! The 18″ x 24″ poster featuring some of Middleport, New York’s welcoming porches is available for a $5 donation. The funds raised from the donations for the “Falling for the Porches of Middleport” will then be used to publish a book written by Anna Wallace, former Village Historian. Her book chronicles Middleport’s history, and funds are needed to publish it. The photos of the porches were all taken by local photographer Gretchen Schweigert during this last fall. The porches are from all over the Village of Middleport and feature the look and feel of fall in the Village. If you are interested More Info »
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