Dear Group, The following was published in the LOCKPORT UNION SUN & JOURNAL on Thursday, October 19, 2000: Clinton Street Church celebrates 160 years __________________________________ Congregants of Clinton Street United Methodist Chruch recently marked the church's 160th anniversasry. A new memorial lounge was dedicated at the anniversary celebration Sept. 24. The lounge is a place where family members can place pictures of deceased loved ones, according to Elaine M. Vincent. Also, the newly redecorated church office was rededicated in memory of the Woods family, one of the longest residing members of the congregation. The Rv. Everett Hendrickson introduced guest pastors and welcomed members, friends and neighbors to the special service. The Rev. Dr. D. Gregory VanDussen, district superintendent of the Batavia district, gave a morning message that concentrated on the history of Clinton Street UMC, formerly known as Second Society of the Methodist Episcopal Church of Lockport. Rose Pipitone and Josephine Adams hosted the anniversary cake table, and music was provided by Mary Stahl. ______________________________________________________ Since I coudn't cut the article out and send it to everyone, I decided to transcribe it for you. FYI: the address is - Clinton Street United Methodist Church, 50 N. Adams Street, Lockport, NY 14094, (716) 433-6227. As I said before, I don't believe in luck...so Many Blessings! Ellen Colangelo