Saturday September 16th, 2017
Upcoming events & things to do near you.
WNY Coalition of Peace, Justice & Nonviolence Walk & Festival
The annual Peace, Justice, and Nonviolence Festival and Walk is a celebration and recognition of all the wonderful Buffalo organizations, churches and people actively working to reduce violence in all its forms in our communities, families, streets,…
The Mighty Niagara Half Marathon
This is a truly fun & unique race. Runners will enjoy live bands at every mile and breathtaking views as they run alongside the Niagara River and through the historic villages of Lewiston and Youngstown. The race route includes views of the famous French…
Tour de Farms
A bicycle tour of local, urban, and rural farms, designed to celebrate and highlight sustainable transportation and our connection to the local food system. This year's ride is approximately 35 miles and bicyclists will travel from Buffalo's West Side…
Kevin Guest Fall Fest 5k & Fun Run
Help keep families together by celebrating together, at the family-friendly Kevin Guest Fall Fest & 5k. Join us for a festive three-mile run, walk, and fall celebration that includes seasonal beverages, delicious Oktoberfest-inspired food from Dash's,…
The Fever - Response Festival
Torn Space Theater hosts the NYC-based performance company 600 Highwaymen as part of its second annual RESPONSE Festival. Every performance of The Fever is a collaboration with the audience that tests the limits of individual and collective responsibility,…
'Painting Under the Influence' Art Exhibition weekly Artist Talks
Painting Under The Influence, an Art Exhibition at River Art Gallery & Gifts at 83 Webster Street in North Tonawanda, features a large grouping of artists joining together in celebration of their creative journeys. It opens on September 2nd and runs…
Sportsmen's Americana Music Festival
Keep Americana Music Alive in WNY – Support Local Music in our Community! Sportsmen’s Americana Music Foundation will hold its 3rd Annual Music Festival to promote Americana music and history and raise funds for the many programs we provide to foster…
Fall Festival
Kick off the fall season by spending a day in the woods! Enjoy crafts for kids, live animals, hands-on activities, food, live music by Mama Earth and more! No registration required for the 17th Annual Fall Festival, donations welcome. For more information,…
Tchaikovsky's Violin: M&T Bank Classics
Renowned European violinist Anne-Sophie Mutter makes her first appearance with the BPO since 1987’s Carnegie Hall performance in a season opening for the ages! This four-time Grammy award winner has dazzled audiences all over the world since her debut…
Tats Fur Cats
Fundraiser to benefit Precious Paws Rescue- Cat Adoptions - Raffle Baskets- $40 tattoos (flash art tba)- Temporary Tattoos- Live Music- Food and Drinks availableIf you can't make it on the 16th, please call us, we would love to set up an appointment…
The Magic Beans
The Magic Beans are a band sprouted from the cultural island of Colorado that has set out to bring their unique, genre-blending music to the masses and inspire good times. In the modern age, where things are no longer quite as black and white; the Beans…
Free Homebuyer Education Workshop
Education course which covers topics such as becoming financially ready to buy a home, managing your budget, understanding credit, the process of obtaining a mortgage, shopping for a home, and managing your finances. Meets the counseling requirements…
Katmandu: A Tribute to Bob Seger
Do you like Bob Seger's song lyrics say, if "old time rock and roll soothes your soul," and who can sing that old time rock 'n roll better than Seger? Well, Seger and his Silver Bullet Band won't be in Niagara Falls anytime soon, so we came up with the…
Response Festival: The Fever
The second annual Response Performance Festival will feature the work of two internationally acclaimed companies, Palissimo Company and 600 Highwaymen, both hailing from New York City. THE FEVER BY 600 HIGHWAYMEN (NYC) September 15 at 7:30 // September…
Hospice Dash 5K Run/Walk
A family friendly and fun event, runners will enjoy live bands, scenic views of Lake Ontario, free t-shirts, & finisher medals. The race finishes at a huge post race party with live music by Strictly Hip, free food and drinks, awards, best-dressed Rock-star…
Docent Training at The Botanical Gardens
9am-2pm, Botanical Garden Members/General Public $25 Class of 2017 - This year, the six week training program will be held on Saturdays. Are you a lover of gardening and botany? Are you looking to become involved in a rewarding volunteer experience?…
Quaker Arts Festival
More than 300 Artisans and Craftsmen - fine arts, graphics, photography, sculpture, candles, decprative painting, mixed media, packaged speciality food, jewlery, metal, pottery, ceramics, woodworking and more! FOOD TRUCKS - FOOD STANDS - SOMETHING FOR…
Niagara Celtic Heritage Festival & Highland Games
Immerse yourself in the wonders and pageantry of Ireland, Scotland, and Wales. The weekend of family-friendly fun includes Celtic music, dancers, athletics, clans, living historians, vendors, food, children’s activities and much more! Everyone is invited…
Painting Under The Influence, an Art Exhibition celebrating a decade of classes with Coni Minneci
River Art Gallery & Gifts at 83 Webster St in North Tonawanda presents Painting Under The Influence, an Art Exhibition celebrating a decade of classes with Coni Minneci. It features a large grouping of artists joining together in celebration of their…
Danielle Nash at The Botanical Gardens
Arcangel Gallery 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! Plants and Patterns - This is Nash’s first exhibition with…
Succulents 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! These tiny beauties will be displayed in creative ways. There is power in many when…
Fall Festival at the Great Pumpkin Farm
Young and old who attend the 22nd annual Great Pumpkin Farm’s Fall Festival will enjoy the thrill of the amusement rides, hayrides and corn maze. All can pick out their pumpkins, eat homemade donuts, pies, cookies and pastries, select the perfect Halloween…
AU-SOME SWIMMERS©
Teaches swim and water safety skills to children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders. https://tinyurl.com/y9ezv7jd Sept. 16 - Dec. 16 Saturdays 12:30-1:00pm $234 class# 18751
AU-SOME SWIMMERS©
Teaches swim and water safety skills to children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders. https://tinyurl.com/y9ezv7jd Sept. 16 - Dec. 16 Saturdays 12:30-1:00pm $234 class# 18751