storytelling about the people & places of Lockport, NY during a snapshot of time. June 2025-present.

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Happy Anniversary to Big Ditch Brewing Company! Todd Chenez has a little quiz for the patrons of Chenez’s Popcorn. “How do YOU pronounce Chenez?” The unassuming doors of the little antique shop at Main & Pine may very well be a portal to another time. Looking for last minute sweet treats for today’s big love fest? Stop by Tater Cakes (@tatercakeswny) until 2pm today to find the perfect confection for your hunny or your bff! From giant cinnamon rolls, delectable scones, myriad cupcake options, cut-out cookies, heart brownies, fresh-baked bread, and more, you’re sure to find that perfect something for that perfect person. They even have premade Valentine gift boxes (while supplies last!). We’re prone to wander right into delicious spaces on the regular… There is no limit to what you can create at @imaginethatstudioandgifts – plan for a day or an hour of art at Imagine That, 240 Michigan St., Lockport, NY, & read more about creator & owner Jess Malloy’s journey to now at the link in bio. Walking around Imagine That Art Studio (@imaginethatstudioandgifts), tucked away in Lockport, New York’s industrial district, one has the sense of an aliveness all around. The shelves around the expansive warehouse space hold untold numbers of ceramic figures, spanning all manner of genre. Over here we have the gnomes, and over here we have the angels. Here, the butterflies, and here, the snails. There is no shortage of treasure-hunting here in Lockport, and some real good huntin’ can be had at one of the city’s newest spots, I. Thrift WNY (@ithriftlockport). Located in the Advance Auto Parts Plaza at 282 S. Transit St, I. Thrift is full of practical home goods & cozy furniture, gently loved clothing & decor, fun & fantastical collectors’ items, a wide array of media, books, & toys, and more! They also house a U-Haul rental company if you’re needing to load up an exorbitant amount of finds at one time… just sayin’. ;) What is one to do with the rest of the winter once the holiday cheer has come and gone!? Get outside and play, of course! Interested in taking up skiing or snowboarding this winter, or already involved in the sports and looking to freshen up your gear in 2026? Stop by Snowflake Ski Shop/245 Board Co. (@snowflake245) and find gear & equipment from your favorite brands, plus super helpful & knowledgeable team members to help get your ‘fit up to snuff for the rest of the winter ahead. Fun lil “throwback” (is just last week a throwback?) to Scripts Cafe (@scriptscafe) during the holiday season, where I was able to visit with good friends for a ‘long lunch’ during the dead zone between Christmas and New Year’s. Featuring the Thai Chicken Wrap, Matthew Panini, & Chicken Cobb Salad.  Happy New Year Lockport! I'm so happy to be here with you & am so looking forward to more stories & hangs in 2026! ✨️💫 Herbal Magick (@herbalmagickinc) has been doling out its special kind of magic in Lockport for 22 years. Featuring 2,500 different varieties of bulk herbs, spices, teas, and botanicals, in addition to a plethora of crystals, candles, essential oils, books, jewelry, vitamins, supplements, incense, and more, this cozy yet accommodating shop is the place to go to procure homeopathic remedies for just about anything that ails ya, plus all of your daily spice, tea, & magick needs. Stop in to talk with the knowledgeable staff who will be able to direct you to the perfect blend or bundle and get you set up for good health in the new year. Gift yourself the art of taking it slow this new year. Visit Slow Season (@yourslowseason) at 17 W. Main St. for a cozy beverage, artisanal bite & a crafty workshop (self-guided or as part of a group).  Stacey Bank and Sarah Sendlbeck want you to settle in and take it slow. Still looking for that perfect gift for that special someone who’s got it all? Stop by Windsor Village Shops (@windsorvillageshops) to shop a collective of 25 artisan vendors carrying all manner of collectibles, Bills-themed memorabilia, jewelry, small batch food items, crystals, soaps, handcrafted apparel, fabrics, and more, including Sprout Toys, the cutest lil toy shop featuring sustainably produced toys and educational fun for littles. @hawleysgrovebar celebrated their 4 year anniversary last night with a gorgeous family dinner, great company, & good cheer. Stop by this week to get Year Five started with aplomb! The Warehouse Gift Shop (@thewarehousegiftshops) has entered its all-things-Christmas time of year, and what a glorious time it is. Noel Ubiles is celebrating the beginning of the fourth year of his shop, Savor the Rise (@savortheriseolive), on Main Street in downtown Lockport, NY. Russell Scrufari is living his dream. Next time you're down on Main St, grab a slice (or whole pie!) from @papaleospizza, and consider paying it forward with a donation to their Slice Board. You could even get the 2-slice & a drink deal and donate the second slice.

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