Saturday June 17th, 2017
Upcoming events & things to do near you.
Women's Personal Safety, Self-Defense & Empowement 2 day Program
There's never enough time for classes like these, until after something happens to someone you know or even to you. Take the time, prioritize your safety. 2 Days (1.5 hr/day) Women's Personal Safety, Self-Defense and Empowerment Programs. This program was specifically designed for women over… >>
Crossroads Bluesfest
The 5th Annual Crossroads Bluesfest to fight teenage homelessness, featuring some of Western New York’s finest blues bands, will be held on Saturday, June 17, 2017 at the Chicken Coop Grove (VFW Post 8113), 299 Leydecker Road in West Seneca. Doors will open at 2:00 with the blues music beginning at… >>
Music in the Woods
The 2nd annual Music in the Woods Festival! Bands, Food, Picnic, Swim, Open House - you don't want to miss it! Jam packed line up! True Blue of WNY, Wilson & Falling Rock, Jessica Sam & Samuel Tambe, Leroy Townes, McCarthyizm, and Shaky Stage Also including Planet Three, Fat Fingers, Thom Davis, Nic… >>
CHARITY GARAGE SALE
Sponsored by the Zonta Cheektowaga-Lancaster Foundation, Inc, a 501 (c)(3) organization. 20+ women have cleared out their closets, garages, attics, basements and cupboards in search of that perfect SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE! Imagine the treasuers to be found. ALL proceeds raised from this event will… >>
JazzBuffalo Presents Father's Day Celebration With My Cousin Tone'
JazzBuffalo, in association with Pausa Art House, presents a special Father’s Day Celebration Concert with My Cousin Tone’. The 9-piece ensemble that has performed on the main stage of the Lewiston Jazz Festival (now the Northwest Jazz Festival) and to a sold-out concert at MusicalFare Theater Cabaret… >>
Macro Nature Photography Workshop
Have you always wanted to photograph nature up close? You’ll learn the basics of macro photography and the equipment required to accomplish your goals. From digital through lens cameras to cell phones. Bring your equipment to have some experimental fun. Pre-registration is required 585-457-3228. $7… >>
Songs Of Yesterday
Moshe Shulman (Israel/Russia/USA) Moshe is a performer of classical music, Argentine tango, klezmer, and Gypsy music performing on violin, bandoneon and accordion. Led the Baires Klezmer Orchestra in Buenos Aires, Argentina and formed Buffalo Tango Orkestra. Winner and recipient of prestigious composition… >>
SMASH
We've got live music from a band called SMASH! They're 2/3 of the members of K-GUN with a different vocalist! Going to be a great show!
LGBT Library Donation Day
Do you have memorabilia about LGBT life in Buffalo & Western New York that you would like to donate? If so, please bring letters, diaries, photos, clippings, wedding pictures, flyers, videotapes, etc, to the Research Library where they will be reviewed for possible acquisition. The Research Library… >>
Buffalo Living Tour
Explore new and upcoming luxury lofts, condos, and apartments in Buffalo! The 6th annual Buffalo LIVING Tour 2017 route includes the following exciting locations: 1 905 Elmwood (906 Elmwood) - Headquarters 2 Hotel Henry (444 Forest) 3 Amherst Woods (1394 Amherst) 4 The Cornelius (1391 Hertel) 5 … >>
Rigidized Riverfest Regatta
Design, build and “Float Your Boat” at this year’s Rigidized Riverfest Regatta and find Treasure! [or at least win cash prizes] No restrictions and no limitations other than your imagination. All entries will be judged for creativity by an esteemed panel of Buffalo River Enthusiasts. The boat voted… >>
OPEN STUDIO (6/17)
Open Studio Saturday, June 17 • 12-6pm If you've taken printing workshops at WNYBAC and want to begin working on your own independent project, sign up for Open Studio. Open Studio will help novice letterpress printers develop the skills and confidence to work independently. Get advice and printing tips… >>
PAPER MARBLING
Paper Marbling Saturday, June 17 • 11am-2pm Create hand-marbled paper perfect for bookmaking, scrap booking, and more. Marble treated paper with ink and learn how to replicate the process at home. The results will not disappoint! Instructor: Dave Huurman Pre-payment is required for all workshops… >>
Hope Chest Buffalo Niagara Dragon Boat Festival
See the majestic sport of Dragon Boat Racing at the Hope Chest's annual Buffalo Niagara Dragon Boat FestivalSM. Join us for a day of dragon boat racing and fun-filled activities for the whole family. There will be races all day, a basket raffle, refreshments available, a 50/50 drawing, best t-shirt,… >>
Summer Solstice Celebration
The 7th Annual Fairy House Festival and Lehrer Dance From noon to midnight, Artpark will transform its grounds into a Summer Solstice Festival! Featuring houses designed and constructed by both professional and non-professional artists of all ages, community groups, schools, families and individuals. Bring… >>
Kerfuffle 2017 - Official Alt Buffalo event page
Featuring live performances from: Dashboard Confessional... Bob Moses Franz Ferdinand Future Islands GROUPLOVE Missio OK Go Sir Sly TICKETS GO ON SALE NOW! TICKET PRICING: GENERAL ADMISSION - $35 PREMIUM VIEW - $50 VIP - SOLD OUT!! A LIMITED AMOUNT OF GENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS ARE NOW AVAILABLE AT THESE… >>
Discover Amherst Street
Join the Grant-Amherst Business Association for the 20th annual DISCOVER AMHERST STREET FESTIVAL.........!!! Events and activities include: Best Pie in Black Rock Contest Historic Black Rock Photo Project & Display Live music Parade at Noon Raffles T-shirt sales (design featured in lead image) Games… >>
The Battle of the Brushes
On Saturday, June 17, 2017, 28 Canvas Artists and 10 Body Canvas Artists will be given 2 hours to battle it out in front of spectators, as we enjoy live music and spoken word while we count down the final seconds until the final brush stroke. The winner in each category will be awarded a cash prize… >>
City of Light Bus Tour
At the end of the nineteenth century, Buffalo was a major American city in the forefront of technological progress. It was a busy inland port and a railroad hub with heavy industry and state-of-the-art electricity – all of which brought great wealth to the city. These economic and technological developments… >>
Music on Canvas
Buffalo Suzuki Strings presents, “Music On Canvas,”at the historic Blair Family home. Blair sons Robert, the well-known painter, and Charles, the military aviator and husband of famed Hollywood actress Maureen O’Hara, grew up in this home. Robert’s son, Bruce, will provide a curated collection of original… >>
Juneteenth Festival
The Juneteenth Festival of Buffalo was started in 1976 by B.U.I.L.D., a community-based organization, as a culturally relevant alternative to the country's Bicentennial Celebration. The group blocked off part of Jefferson Avenue -- the "Main Street" of Buffalo's Black community -- for a weekend celebration.… >>
Path through History
A statewide roadmap that ties historically and culturally significant sites, locations, and events throughout the Empire State. WWI exhibit tour at 1:00pm. Free with museum admission.
Buffalo Fantasy & Magic Festival
Being hosted this year at Buffalo's historic "castle on the hill," the Buffalo Central Terminal, come and share a brand new vision of the world of Fantasy FANDOM with us! Single Day Ticket: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/2919929Weekend Pass:http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/2919940If you… >>
Buffalo River Fest
There will be fun for the whole family! Events include the Rigidized Metals River Fest Regatta, a waterfront photo and memorabilia display, “I Got It” Bingo, food and refreshments, a kids area, vendors, historic walking tours, live entertainment, a Father’s Day fishing contest, and more!! Located directly… >>
Camp Buffalove
New Beginner Egyptian Belly Dance Class!
Spend 6 weeks enjoying our beautiful studio and learning the basic movements of belly dance! Oasis Dance Center is offering a new beginner belly dance class 5/24-6/28 (Wednesdays 7:30-8:30 PM, 6 Weeks $60) at our luxurious studio at 920 Niagara Falls Blvd. This class is designed for the absolute beginner,… >>
JCC Book & Arts Fair
The JCC Book & Arts Fair is for everyone. It celebrates acclaimed, award-winning authors, musicians, poets and photographers from throughout Western New York. All JCC events include receptions, as well as book sales and signings for author events. Tickets for events requiring admission may be purchased… >>
New Beginner Egyptian Belly Dance Class!
Spend 6 weeks enjoying our beautiful studio and learning the basic movements of belly dance! Oasis Dance Center is offering a new beginner belly dance class 5/24-6/28 (Wednesdays 7:30-8:30 PM, 6 Weeks $60) at our luxurious studio at 920 Niagara Falls Blvd. This class is designed for the absolute beginner,… >>
Yab-yum, Mount Sumeru and Dukkha
1045 Elmwood Gallery for the Arts is pleased to announce their next featured art show entitled “Yab-yum, Mount Sumeru and Dukkha.” Artist Xiao Yang will exhibit her unique body of work inspired by symbols in Buddhism, Buddhist cosmology, and works that create a visible incarnation for the concept of… >>
Botanical Artists - A Curated Exhibition
An exhibit of botanical related art curated by Donald Siuta. Artist reception on June 2, 2017 from 7:30 - 9 pm. For more info call 716-885-2251
Garden Railway Exhibit
10am - 5pm, Included with Botanical Garden admission - $11 adults, $10 seniors (62+), $9 students (13+ with ID), $6 Kids 3-12, members and kids 2 and under are free! Go to www.buffalogardens.com for more information.
Best of Buffalo
Join us for a downtown walking tour of the best of Buffalo architecture and history! The buildings included on this overview tour help to tell the story of Buffalo’s rapid rise to prominence, from the opening of the Erie Canal to the 1901 Pan-American Exposition. Buildings seen on this tour were designed… >>
Coleus & Color at The Botanical Gardens
10am-5pm - Included with Botanical Garden admission - $11 adults, $10 seniors (62+), $9 students (13+ with ID), $6 Kids 3-12, members and kids 2 and under are free! Rainbows of color will be incorporated into this summer exhibit of thousands of coleus and so much color! See many different botanical… >>
William Smyers
Arcangel Gallery Exhibit - Included with Botanical Garden admission - $11 adults, $10 seniors (62+), $9 students (13+ with ID), $6 Kids 3-12, members and kids 2 and under are free! Presenting his third exhibit in the Arcangel Gallery, Smyers is a known photographer in WNY. He takes pride in his high… >>
M&T Plaza Concert Series
Plaza Event Series will feature 54 performances this summer. It starts June 12, with the season’s last performance scheduled for August 25. Five new acts have been added to the line-up, and several favorites will continue their longtime streaks of Plaza Event Series appearances.
2017 Little Free Library® Design Competition
The Buffalo Architecture Foundation's 2017 Little Free Library® Design Competition is an Open, Two-stage, Design Competition to design, construct, and install a contemporary book shelter in underprivileged neighborhoods in Buffalo, NY. Architects, designers, sculptors, carpenters, students, etc. interested… >>
Travel Raffle at The Botanical Gardens
Tickets - $20 - 3 Chances to WIN and only 700 will be sold! Tickets on sale June 1-September 1 Grand Prize - Dream Vacation! - A trip for two to Ireland, Mexico, or the Caribbean! You pick where AND when! All arrangements will be made for you through The Travel Team Inc. Travel voucher has a maximum… >>
Saint Joan at Shaw Festival
Who was Joan of Arc? The saviour of France … or a deluded country girl? Bernard Shaw’s greatest play about the most remarkable teenage girl in history. Saint Joan is Bernard Shaw’s greatest play. At its centre is the most remarkable teenage girl in history. But who is she? The divinely-inspired saviour… >>
Me and My Girl
Can a Cockney man give up his old life – and love! – to join the upper class? The sparkling and fun British hit musical. This delightful comic romp from the thirties follows the fortunes of Bill Snibson, a proud Cockney who is amazed to learn that he’s actually the fourteenth Earl of Hareford. But if… >>
BUILDING BUFFALO: Buildings From Books, Books From Buildings
This new exhibit, open free to the public, focuses on an outstanding collection of rare and exquisitely illustrated books encompassing the history of architecture and landscape design from the late 15th through mid-20th Century. Part of one of the finest civic collections on architecture in the country,… >>
