[From Michelle Ornat, Teen Services Librarian, Niagara Falls Public Library]
In December of 2011 the gift shop in the Niagara Falls Public Library closed its doors after twelve years of business. While the shop will be greatly missed, the closing has opened a door of opportunity for teens in grades six through twelve. This space is now being transformed into a creative center that is unique both to the Library and Niagara Falls.
According to the 2010 census, nearly a quarter of the city